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Order no. 6515 3862 13 Part no. 207 584 78 02 Edition C 2016

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Page 1 E-Class Cabriolet Operator's Manual É2075847802{ËÍ 2075847802 Order no. 6515 3862 13 Part no. 207 584 78 02 Edition C 2016...
Page 2 Blue- instruction that is continued on the next tooth SIG Inc. Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- page. cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.
Page 4 Contents Index ............3 Introduction ......... 24 Digital Operator's Manual ....22 At a glance ........... 32 Safety ........... 40 Opening and closing ......73 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..96 Lights and windshield wipers ..109 Climate control ......... 117 Driving and parking ......
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Index Additives (engine oil) ......315 1, 2, 3 ... Address book 12 V socket see also Digital Operator's Man- see Sockets ual ..........234 360° camera Adjusting the volume Cleaning ......... 267 Audio 20 ........235 Display in the multimedia system .. 176 COMAND ........
Page 6 Switching on/off ......235 Audio system Back button ........235 see separate operating instructions Bag hook ..........242 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center BAS (Brake Assist System) ....62 see Qualified specialist workshop BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Authorized workshop PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist see Qualified specialist workshop Function/notes ........
Page 7 Index Belt see Seat belts California Blind Spot Assist Important notice for retail cus- Activating/deactivating (on- tomers and lessees ......25 board computer) ......198 Calling up a malfunction Display message ......215 see Display messages Notes/function ......180 see Active Blind Spot Assist see Vehicle ®...
Page 8 Index Changing bulbs Switching air-recirculation mode High-beam headlamps ....114 on/off ..........125 Child Switching on/off ......120 Restraint system ......58 Switching residual heat on/off ..125 Child seat Switching the rear window Forward-facing restraint system ..60 defroster on/off ......124 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat Switching the ZONE function on/ anchors ..........
Page 9 ASSYST PLUS ........ 260 see Doors Calling up (on-board computer) ..202 Driving abroad Driving systems ......214 Mercedes-Benz Service ....261 Engine ..........212 Driving on flooded roads ....150 General notes ........ 202 Driving safety systems Hiding (on-board computer) ... 202 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
Page 10 Index COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Limited braking efficiency on sal- PLUS ..........64 ted roads ........149 Distance warning function ....65 Snow chains ........287 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Wet road surface ......148 DVD video bution) ..........68 Operating (on-board computer) ..
Page 11 Index Emergency spare wheel General notes ........66 General notes ........ 308 Important safety information ... 67 Important safety notes ....308 Trailer stabilization ......68 Removing ........309 Warning lamp ......... 227 ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- Storage location ......309 Stowing ..........
Page 12 Index Head bags Grade (gasoline) ......313 Important safety notes ....313 Display message ......208 Problem (malfunction) ....144 Operation ......... 48 Refueling ........141 Head level heating (AIRSCARF) ..102 Tank content/reserve fuel ..... 313 Head restraint Fuel filler flap Lowering manually (rear) ....
Page 13 Index Indicator lamps see Warning and indicator lamps Lamps Indicators see Warning and indicator lamps see Turn signals Lane Keeping Assist Instrument cluster Activating/deactivating ....198 Overview .......... 33 Display message ......215 Settings ......... 198 Function/information ....182 Warning and indicator lamps ... 33 Lane Tracking package .....
Page 14 ....... 200 Memory card (audio) ......194 Low-beam headlamps Memory function ....... 108 Display message ......211 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Switching on/off ......110 360°camera ........174 Luggage cover Active Blind Spot Assist ....183 see Trunk partition Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
Page 15 Index Occupant safety MOExtended tires ......270 Mounting wheels Air bags ........... 45 Automatic measures after an acci- Lowering the vehicle ...... 307 dent ..........56 Mounting a new wheel ....306 Children in the vehicle ..... 57 Preparing the vehicle ..... 304 Important safety notes ....
Page 16 Switching on/off ......110 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ....165 QR code Driving system ....... 163 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Function/notes ......163 Rescue card ........29 Important safety notes ....163 Qualified specialist workshop ... 28 Problem (malfunction) ....166 Range of the sensors .....
Page 17 Index Reserve (fuel tank) see Fuel Radio Reserve fuel Selecting a station ......194 Display message ......213 see separate operating instructions Warning lamp ......... 230 Radio mode see Fuel see also Digital Operator's Man- Residual heat (climate control) ..125 ual ..........
Page 18 Index Seat belts Engine oil ........315 Adjusting the driver's and front- Fuel ..........313 passenger seat belt ......45 Important safety notes ....312 Automatic comfort-fit feature ..44 Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Cleaning ......... 269 tem) ..........317 Correct usage ........43 Washer fluid ........
Page 19 Index Steering assistant STEER CON- TROL see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........234 see STEER CONTROL Steering wheel Snow chains ........287 Sockets Adjusting (electrically) ....103 Button overview ....... 34 General notes ........ 245 Buttons (on-board computer) ..190 Rear compartment ......
Page 20 Index Technical data Tire pressure not reached ....273 Capacities ........312 Tire pressure reached ....273 Tires Emergency spare wheel ....308 Information ........310 Aspect ratio (definition) ....302 Tires/wheels ......... 307 Average weight of the vehicle Vehicle data ........317 occupants (definition) ....
Page 21 Index Traffic Sign Assist Replacing ........303 Service life ........286 Display message ......214 Sidewall (definition) ....... 303 Function/notes ......179 Speed rating (definition) ....302 Important safety notes ....179 Storing ........... 304 Instrument cluster display ..... 179 Structure and characteristics Transfer case ........
Page 22 Index Type plate ........311 Voice Control System Unlocking see Separate operating instructions Emergency unlocking ....... 80 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ......79 Warning and indicator lamps USB devices ABS ..........227 Connecting to the Media Inter- Brakes ...........
Page 23 Index Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ........123 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 260 Important safety notes ....316 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ....116 Replacing the wiper blades .... 115 Switching on/off ......
Page 24: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operation Calling up the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual additionally Press the Ø button in the center console. describes further functions and equipment The overview relating to the vehicle appears.
Page 25 Digital Operator's Manual To call up the basic menu of the Digital Operator's Manual: select Þ symbol A. To switch functions to the multimedia system using the buttons on the center console: press the $, %, Õ or Ø button. The selected menu appears.
Page 26: Protection Of The Environment General Notes
Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
Page 27: Vehicle Equipment
Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- tions in the Service and Warranty Information ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- booklet. ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will...
Page 28: Roadside Assistance
Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its (USA) at the hotline number repair. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or...
Page 29: Declarations Of Conformity
Operating safety Operating safety There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high Important safety notes curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a WARNING curb or a hole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or...
Page 30: Diagnostics Connection
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- the following addresses. mation being reset, for example. This may lead...
Page 31: Limited Warranty
A wide range of electronic components in your National Highway Traffic Safety Administration vehicle contain data memories. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz These data memories temporarily or perma- USA, LLC. nently store technical information about:...
Page 32: Event Data Recorders
Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, For additional information please refer to the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly COMAND User Manual or the Digital Operator's disclaims any and all liability arising from the...
Page 33: Copyright
As of February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource...
Page 34: Horn
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating Combination switch Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Parking brake Horn Diagnostics connection DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood PARKTRONIC warning dis- Releases the parking brake play Light switch Overhead control panel...
Page 35: Fuel Gauge
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Fuel gauge (left) Speedometer with segments Coolant temperature (right) Multifunction display Warning and indicator lamps: Tachometer ® ÷ ESP Warning and indicator lamps: · Distance warning $ Brakes (USA only) ® å ESP J Brakes (Canada only) # Turn signal, left # Turn signal, right...
Page 36 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on voice-operated through lists navigation or the Voice Con- trol System Confirms a selection Hides display messages Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/ Back...
Page 37 Multifunction steering wheel In vehicles with the Audio 20 multimedia system you can find further information: on the multimedia system in the Digital Operator's Manual on the voice-operated control of the navi- gation in the manufacturer's operating instructions...
Page 38: Indicator Lamp
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps separate operating instruc- 4 5 Indicator lamp tions) ATA indicator lamp c Seat heating Moves the seat-belt extender s Seat ventilation forwards Ò...
Page 39 Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Cup holder Stowage compartment with Media Interface Stowage compartment Ü Retracts the rear seat Cup holder head restraints à Dynamic handling Ú Selects the drive pro- package with sports mode gram c PARKTRONIC Multimedia system control-...
Page 40: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear inte- Microphone for mbrace rior lighting on/off (emergency call system), telephone and Voice Control | Switches the automatic System (see the separate interior lighting control operating instructions) on/off F Breakdown assistance p Switches the right-...
Page 41: Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = W Opens/closes the side Stores settings for the seat, windows exterior mirrors and steering n Activates/deactivates wheel the override feature for the Adjusts the seats electrically side windows in the rear compartment %&...
Page 42: Introduction
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to Child restraint system accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for Child seat securing system details. USA only: for further information con- The components of the restraint system work in conjunction with each other.
Page 43: Tor Lamp
Occupant safety regular intervals while the engine is running. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in informs you about the status of the front- good time. passenger front air bag. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator The 6 restraint system warning lamp in the lamp: instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is...
Page 44 Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle always secure the child in a child restraint occupants should correctly fasten their seat system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- belts before starting the journey. cle. The child restraint system must be appro-...
Page 45: Fastening A Seat Belt
Seat belts are solely intended for the protection and restraint of the vehicle occupants. To Only use seat belts that have been approved for secure objects, luggage or loads, always your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. observe the "Loading guidelines" ( page 240). Proper use of the seat belts...
Page 46: Automatic Comfort-Fit Feature
Occupant safety Always make sure that the seat-belt extender is retracted during a journey. The seat-belt extender for the driver and front passenger helps you fasten your seat belt. Seat- belt extender = is extended when the respec- Basic illustration tive door is closed and the SmartKey is turned to Adjust the seat ( page 96).
Page 47: Seat Belt Adjustment
Occupant safety can no longer fulfill their protective function increasing intensity for 60 seconds or until the and must be replaced. Visit a qualified spe- driver or front passenger have fastened their cialist workshop. seat belts. If the driver or front passenger unfasten their Press the release button in the belt buckle, seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warn- hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt...
Page 48: Front Air Bags
Occupant safety Adjust the seats properly before beginning no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on your journey. Always make sure that the seat the grab handles or coat hooks. is in an almost upright position. The center of no accessories, such as cup holders, are the head restraint must support the head at attached to the vehicle within the deployment about eye level.
Page 49: Side Impact Air Bags
Front-passenger front air bag ; been approved for the respective seat by deploys in front of and above the glove box. Mercedes-Benz. When deployed, the front air bags offer addi- tional head and thorax protection for the occu- pants in the front seats.
Page 50: Occupant Classification System
Head bags You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Head bags : deploy in the area of the side win- dows at the front. When deployed, the headbag enhances the level Pelvis air bags : deploy below next to the outer of protection for the head.
Page 51: Conditions
Occupant safety Prerequisites PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp : indicates whether the front-passenger front air To be classified correctly, the front passenger bag is disabled. must sit: Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the with the seat belt fastened correctly ignition lock, or in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, in an almost upright position with their back press the start/stop button once or twice.
Page 52 Occupant safety If OCS detects that: bled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is not occupied, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp the front-passenger seat has been moved lights up continuously after the system's self- back as far back as possible.
Page 53: System Self-Test
Occupant safety soon as possible. Consult an authorized board. This poses an increased risk of injury or Mercedes-Benz Center. Only have the front- even fatal injury. passenger seat repaired at an authorized When the front-passenger seat is occupied, Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 54: Roll Bar
Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( page 51). Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect.
Page 55 Occupant safety top can no longer be closed. In this case, visit released. The 6 restraint system warning the nearest qualified specialist workshop. lamp lights up. Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hear- ing. The powder that is released generally does Deployment of Emergency Tensioning not constitute a health hazard, but it may cause short-term breathing difficulties in people with...
Page 56: Neck-Pro Head Restraints Important Safety Notes
Occupant safety The front-passenger front air bag is activated or seat belt on the driver's seat and in the rear deactivated depending on the person on the compartment seats front-passenger seat. The front-passenger front If the vehicle rolls over, the side impact air air bag can only deploy in an accident if the bags and pelvis air bags are not deployed PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off.
Page 57: Operation
Make sure that there are no objects in the Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the footwell or behind the seats. There is a danger NECK-PRO head restraints checked for func-...
Page 58: Dent
Occupant safety Function if the vehicle skids, the front side windows are closed. ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- the air pressure in the side bolsters of the seat tions if the radar sensor system detects an backrests of the front multicontour seats is imminent head-on or rear-end collision.
Page 59: Special Seat Belt Retractor
For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children restraint system has been exposed to direct are generally better protected there.
Page 60: Child Restraint System
Have the secur- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. ing systems on the child restraint system WARNING checked at a qualified specialist workshop,...
Page 61: On The Front-Passenger Seat
Also secure the in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, child restraint system with the Top Tether Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install belt, if available. the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
Page 62: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes
Children in the vehicle You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as Child-proof locks a result of: Important safety notes an incorrectly categorized person in the front- passenger seat WARNING the unintentional deactivation of the front- If children are traveling in the vehicle, they passenger front air bag could: the unsuitable positioning of the child...
Page 63: Overview
Driving safety systems WARNING As a result, they could: If the child restraint system is subjected to activate vehicle equipment and become direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- trapped, for example dren may burn themselves on these parts, activate or deactivate systems, thereby particularly on the metal parts of the child endangering other road users...
Page 64: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Braking weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully. If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the The driving safety systems described only work brake pedal vigorously until the braking sit- as effectively as possible when there is ade- uation is over.
Page 65 Driving safety systems PLUS detects a danger of collision, you are Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- assisted when braking. uation and be ready to brake. Pay attention to the important safety notes in the "Driving safety systems" section WARNING page 61).
Page 66: Plus
Driving safety systems workshop. This also applies to collisions at slow COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST speeds where there is no visible damage to the PLUS front of the vehicle. Following damage to the windshield, have the General information configuration and operation of the camera sys- Observe the "Important safety notes"...
Page 67: Distance Warning Function
Driving safety systems Activating/deactivating There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- The COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the igni- uation and do not rely solely on the distance tion.
Page 68: Adaptive Brake Assist
Driving safety systems If the autonomous braking function requires a WARNING particularly high braking force, preventative Adaptive Brake Assist cannot always clearly ® passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE identify objects and complex traffic situa- are activated simultaneously. tions. Adaptive Brake Assist In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: intervene unnecessarily General information...
Page 69: Characteristics
Driving safety systems ® ® ® assists the driver when pulling away on If ESP intervenes, the ÷ ESP warning lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. ® wet or slippery roads. ESP can also stabilize the vehicle during braking. ® If ESP intervenes: ®...
Page 70: Adaptive Brake
Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP ing. Trailers with a high center of gravity can ® ® tip over before ESP can detect this. There is You can deactivate or activate ESP via the on- board computer ( page 196). a risk of an accident.
Page 71: Pre-Safe ® Brake
Driving safety systems the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has Always apply the brakes yourself and try to the HOLD function ( page 162) and hill start take evasive action, provided it is safe to do assist ( page 130). In the event of a partial application of the brakes, ®...
Page 72 Driving safety systems Starting at a speed of around 4 mph (7 km/h), Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- this function warns you if you rapidly approach a uation and be ready to brake. vehicle in front. An intermittent warning tone will then sound and the ·...
Page 73: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)
Contact an authorized The alarm is switched off. Mercedes-Benz Center or call The alarm is not switched off, even if you close 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or the open door that triggered it, for example.
Page 74 Protection against theft If the alarm continues for more than 30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call sys- tem automatically notifies the Customer Assistance Center. This is done either by text message or data connection. The emergency call system sends the mes- sage or data provided that: you have subscribed to the mbrace service.
Page 75: Locking
SmartKey SmartKey SmartKey functions Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in &...
Page 76 SmartKey Deactivating and activating tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven- tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using If you do not intend to use a SmartKey for an KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the extended period of time, you can deactivate the &...
Page 77: Mechanical Key
SmartKey The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- For further information about: lows: unlocking the driver's door ( page 80) To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner unlocking the trunk ( page 81) surface of the door handle on the driver's locking the vehicle ( page 80) door.
Page 78: Replacing The Battery
SmartKey Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the tery compartment cover : opens. Do not batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- hold battery compartment cover : closed shop. while doing so. Remove battery compartment cover :. Checking the battery Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out.
Page 79 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 76) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.
Page 80: Important Safety Notes
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 276).
Page 81 Doors You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. If a locked door is opened from the inside, the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consideration if: the vehicle was locked using the locking but- ton for the central locking, or if the vehicle was locked automatically The vehicle will be fully unlocked if it had previ-...
Page 82: Vehicle
Trunk The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be Unlocking/locking the driver's door found in the "Vehicle data" section using the mechanical key page 317). If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using You should preferably place luggage or loads in the mechanical key, begin by pressing the the trunk.
Page 83: Opening Automatically From Inside
Trunk Pull the trunk lid down using recess :. Close the trunk lid. If necessary, lock the vehicle with the & Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey button on the SmartKey ( page 73) or with page 75). KEYLESS-GO ( page 73).
Page 84: Trunk
Side windows Turn the mechanical key from position 1 Make sure that nobody touches the side win- counter-clockwise as far as it will go to posi- dow during the opening procedure. If some- tion 2. Simultaneously pull the trunk lid han- body becomes trapped, release the switch or dle.
Page 85: Opening And Closing
Side windows point of resistance in the relevant direction. You Make sure that no body parts are in close can stop automatic operation by pressing or proximity during the closing procedure. If pulling again. someone becomes trapped, press the switch You can continue to operate the side windows to open the side window again.
Page 86: Resetting
Side windows Using the SmartKey WARNING While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again.
Page 87: Important Safety Notes
Soft top Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 88: Soft-Top Switch
In this case, reduce speed or stop in order to close the soft top fully. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only open or close the soft top when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 89 Soft top is the trunk lid closed? Opening/closing using the SmartKey is the on-board voltage sufficient? Important safety notes Start the engine if necessary. If automatic operation still does not work, the WARNING soft top can be closed manually. When opening or closing the soft top, there is To carry out this work, you will need the assis- a risk that parts of the body could become tance of another person.
Page 90 Soft top Insert Allen key = into valve screw ? on the The soft-top compartment hinges are on the hydraulic pump. right-hand and left-hand side in the gap between the lid of the soft-top compartment and the Turn valve screw ? of the hydraulic pump trunk seal.
Page 91 Soft top Place straps E on the soft-top compartment One person stands on the right-hand side and lid. the other person on the left-hand side of the vehicle. Take the hex-socket wrench and the Smart- Grip the soft-top compartment with one hand Key out of the trunk if necessary.
Page 92 Soft top To open To lock Pull off the cover of the roof lock behind the overhead control panel. Insert the Allen key into the roof lock. Turn the Allen key clockwise I as far as it will During the following step, make sure that the Allen key is turned counter-clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 93: Relocking
In order to avoid damaging the soft top or stowed loads, please adhere to the following Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only while the soft top is open: use wind screens which have been tested and when the trunk partition is open, do not approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 94: Important Safety Notes
Soft top Extending AIRCAP backrest could collide with the wind screen here. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition The wind screen protects against wind when lock. driving with the soft top open. It is secured Open the cover in the lower center console. above the rear bench seats.
Page 95: Wind Screen
Soft top Removing If you park your vehicle with the soft top down and remove the SmartKey, the wind deflector and the head restraints in the rear compartment retract automatically. When you start the engine again, the wind deflector and the head restraints in the rear compartment extend again automat- ically.
Page 96 Soft top restraints in the direction of the arrow with both racks straight down. Push the AIRCAP wind screen down until the bolts are at the same height as the brackets on the head restraints. Insert the bolts into the brackets on both sides.
Page 97 Soft top Problems with the soft top Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The soft top will not open The ignition is not switched on. or close. Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. The trunk lid is open.
Page 98: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats you can see all the displays in the instrument Correct driver's seat position cluster clearly. you should have a good overview of traffic WARNING conditions. You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body the following while driving: and is routed across the center of your shoul- der and across your hips in the pelvic area.
Page 99: Adjusting The Seats
Seats als, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers, WARNING child seats or booster seats. You could lose control of your vehicle if you do Make sure that there are no objects in the the following while driving: footwell under or behind the seats when mov- adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, ing the seats back.
Page 100: Adjusting The Head Restraints
Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Adjusting the head restraints electrically Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.
Page 101 Seats Lower the head restraints in the rear compart- Folding the front seat backrests ment manually if: forward/back the head restraint electronics are malfunc- Important safety notes tioning. the opening or closing procedure of the soft WARNING top is interrupted, leaving the soft top com- partment cover open.
Page 102: Adjusting The Multicontour Seat
Seats Folding the seat backrest forward You can adjust the contour of the front seat individually so as to provide optimum support for your back and sides. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 128). Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support The seat moves forwards if you have folded the backrest forwards and the seat is in the rear half...
Page 103 Seats Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 128). To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out. If the battery voltage is too low, the seat ventilation may switch off.
Page 104: Important Safety Notes
Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating or seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating or seat The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ventilation has switched ers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the not be switched on.
Page 105: Adjusting The Steering Wheel
Steering wheel The electrically adjustable steering wheel can Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: when you switch off still be adjusted when there is no SmartKey in the ignition and open the driver's door, the the ignition lock. steering wheel heating is deactivated. The steering wheel heating may switch off temporarily if: Adjusting the steering wheel...
Page 106 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ing has switched off pre- ers are switched on. maturely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the switched on.
Page 107: Exterior Mirrors
Mirrors The last position of the steering wheel is stored Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- when you switch off the ignition or when you ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt store the setting with the memory function before starting the engine.
Page 108: Setting
Mirrors temperature is low. Heating takes a maximum of the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as ten minutes. soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside. the exterior mirrors fold out again automati- You can also heat up the exterior mirrors cally as soon as you unlock the vehicle and manually by switching on the rear window then open the driver's or front-passenger...
Page 109: Storing The Parking Position
Mirrors Engage reverse gear. Immediately change out of clothing which The exterior mirror on the front-passenger has come into contact with electrolyte. side moves to the preset parking position. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical Use adjustment button = to adjust the exte- attention immediately.
Page 110: Storing Settings
Memory function Memory function Storing settings WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle as a result of the adjustments being made. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 111: Setting Options
General notes Turn the light switch to Ã. For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- The exterior lighting (except the parking/stand- mends that you drive with the lights switched on ing lamps) switches off automatically if you: even during the daytime.
Page 112: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting low-beam headlamps go out after three To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the minutes. SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine. When the engine is running, the vehicle is sta- tionary and in bright ambient light: if you turn the Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
Page 113: Cornering Light Function
Exterior lighting To switch on the hazard warning lamps: High-beam flasher press button :. Turn signal, left All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a To indicate briefly: press the combination turn signal using the combination switch, only switch briefly to the pressure point in the the turn signal lamp on the corresponding direction of arrow ;...
Page 114: Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Exterior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist vehicle, and consequently switches the head- lamps from high beam to low beam. on/off The system automatically adapts the low-beam To switch on: turn the light switch to Ã. headlamp range depending on the distance to Press the combination switch beyond the the other vehicle.
Page 115: Overview
Replacing bulbs Interior lighting Replacing bulbs Overview of interior lighting Important safety notes WARNING Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating. If you change a bulb, you could burn yourself on these components. There is a risk of injury. Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb.
Page 116: High-Beam Headlamps
Windshield wipers Lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety. Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. You must therefore make sure that these func- Press on housing cover : and turn it to the tion correctly at all times. Have the headlamp right.
Page 117: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield. and it falls onto the windshield, the windshield may be damaged by the force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
Page 118 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.
Page 119: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems Overview of climate control systems General notes Observe the settings recommended on the fol- lowing pages. The windows could otherwise fog To prevent the windows from fogging up: switch off climate control only briefly switch on air-recirculation mode only briefly switch on the cooling with air dehumidifica- tion function switch on the defrost windshield function...
Page 120: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 123) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 123) Display Sets climate control to automatic ( page 121) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 121)
Page 121: Rear Control Panel
Overview of climate control systems Sets the airflow ( page 123) Sets the temperature, left ( page 122) Display Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic ( page 121) Defrosts the windshield ( page 123) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 123)
Page 122: Climate Control System
Operating the climate control systems Optimum use of automatic climate Operating the climate control sys- control tems Climate control system Activating/deactivating climate con- trol Below, you can find a number of notes and rec- ommendations to help you use climate control General notes optimally.
Page 123: Automatic Control
Operating the climate control systems Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly.
Page 124: Zone Automatic Climate Control
Operating the climate control systems 3-zone automatic climate control 3-zone automatic climate control: press air distribution adjustment switch I You can select different temperature settings page 119). for the driver's and front-passenger sides as well The indicator lamp above the Ã button as for the rear compartment.
Page 125: Defrosting The Windshield
Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution 3-zone automatic climate control: the tem- perature setting for the driver's side is adop- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition ted for the front-passenger side and the rear lock ( page 128).
Page 126: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems Activating or deactivating When you activate MAX COOL, climate control switches to the following functions: Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition maximum cooling lock ( page 128). maximum airflow Press the ¤ button. air-recirculation mode on The indicator lamp above the ¤...
Page 127: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster
Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 128: Important Safety Notes
Air vents midification" function. Otherwise, tempera- Air vents ture-sensitive items stored in the glove box could be damaged. Important safety notes WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air vents.
Page 129: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehi Cle
Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter Important safety notes the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure The sensor system of some driving and driving safety systems adjusts automatically while a sufficient clearance for the pedals.
Page 130: Keyless-Go
Driving Where possible, avoid spinning the drive If you depress the brake pedal and press the wheels when pulling away on slippery roads. Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi- You could otherwise damage the drive train. ately. A check which periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the Smart- key determines whether a valid Smartkey is in SmartKey positions...
Page 131: Removing The Start/Stop Button
Driving Key positions with KEYLESS-GO Remove Start/Stop button : from ignition lock ;. You do not have to remove the Start/Stop but- ton from the ignition lock when you leave the vehicle. You should, however, always take the Smartkey with you when leaving the vehicle. As long as the Smartkey is in the vehicle: the vehicle can be started using the Start/ Stop button...
Page 132: Pulling Away
Driving Pulling away WARNING Flammable materials introduced through General notes environmental influence or by animals can ignite if in contact with the exhaust system or WARNING parts of the engine that heat up. There is a risk If the engine speed is above the idling speed of fire.
Page 133: Automatic Engine Switch-Off
Driving If the engine has been switched off automati- Therefore, quickly move your foot from the cally by the ECO start/stop function, the ¤ brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never symbol is shown in the multifunction display. leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist.
Page 134 Driving you move the transmission out of position P you unfasten your seat belt or open the driv- er's door the vehicle starts to roll the brake system requires this the temperature in the vehicle interior devi- ates from the set range the system detects moisture on the wind- shield when the air-conditioning system is switched on...
Page 135 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again: Turn the Smartkey back to position 0 in the ignition lock.
Page 136: Direct Select Lever
Automatic transmission position display in the multifunction display Automatic transmission page 134). Important safety notes Transmission position and drive pro- WARNING gram display If the engine speed is above the idling speed If the transmission position display in the and you engage transmission position D or R, multifunction display is not working, you the vehicle could pull away suddenly.
Page 137: Engaging Drive Position
Automatic transmission Engaging park position P automatically There is a risk of an accident and injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the Park position P is automatically engaged if: SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never you switch off the engine using the Smartkey leave children or animals unattended in the and remove the Smartkey vehicle.
Page 138: Transmission Positions
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Only shift the transmission into posi- matic transmission could be dam- tion P when the vehicle is stationary aged. page 144). The parking lock No power is transmitted from the should not be used as a brake when engine to the drive wheels.
Page 139: Program Selector Button
Automatic transmission Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum acceleration: Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached. The automatic transmission shifts back up.
Page 140: Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters
Automatic transmission Automatic drive program S Steering wheel paddle shifters Drive program S is characterized by the follow- ing: sporty engine settings. the automatic transmission shifting up later. the fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points.
Page 141: Manual Drive Program
Automatic transmission sion automatically shifts up in order to pre- vent engine damage. Use the program selector button to change the drive program ( page 137). To shift down: pull on the left-hand steering Manual drive program M is deactivated. The wheel paddle shifter ( page 138).
Page 142: Shift Recommendation
Automatic transmission Shift recommendation The gearshift recommendations assist you in adopting an economical driving style. The rec- ommended gear is shown in the multifunction display. If corresponding gearshift recommenda- tion : appears in the multifunction display on the instrument cluster, pull on the right- hand steering wheel paddle shifter page 138).
Page 143: Refueling
Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 144: Refueling Process
Refueling The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed WARNING 8 in the instrument cluster. The arrow next Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and to the filling pump indicates the side of the vehi- ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and cle.
Page 145 Refueling Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly. Close the fuel filler flap. Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehi- cle. Otherwise, the locking pin of the central locking prevents the fuel filler flap from closing.
Page 146: Important Safety Notes
Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
Page 147: Parking Brake
Parking To ensure that the vehicle is secured against If you want the automatic transmission to rolling away unintentionally: remain in neutral N, e.g. when having the vehicle cleaned in an automatic car wash with a towing the parking brake must be applied. system: the transmission must be in position P and the Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the...
Page 148: Fuel
Driving tips with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. Do not switch off the ignition while driving. WARNING If you operate mobile communication equip- ment while driving, you will be distracted from...
Page 149: Drinking And Driving
Always have tire pressure work on the engine carried out at a qualified cold start specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- choice of route mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- electrical consumers switched on Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
Page 150: Downhill Gradients
The bar fills up: anticipatory driving, keep- damage to the drive train. This type of damage ing your distance and early release of the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- accelerator. The vehicle can coast without ranty. use of the brakes.
Page 151: Maintenance
Driving tips You have to depress the brake pedal more ing brake is being tested on a brake dyna- firmly. Maintain a greater distance from the mometer. vehicle in front. Braking maneuvers triggered automatically After driving on a wet road or having the vehicle ®...
Page 152: Winter Driving
(CO) may enter the critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- stone on the path towards autonomous driving. becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all fatal injury.
Page 153: Cruise Control Lever
Driving systems Cruise control lever Cruise control General notes Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you. It brakes automatically in order to avoid exceeding the set speed. On long and steep downhill gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden, you must shift to a lower gear in time.
Page 154: Deactivating
Driving systems Setting a speed Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or down ;. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. Cruise control is activated. The vehicle auto- matically maintains the stored speed. Cruise control may be unable to maintain the stored speed on uphill gradients.
Page 155: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems There are several ways to deactivate cruise con- Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS while driving on trol: roads with steep gradients. As DISTRONIC PLUS transmits radar waves, it Briefly press the cruise control lever for- can resemble the radar detectors of the respon- wards :.
Page 156 Driving systems Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: WARNING in road and traffic conditions which do not DISTRONIC PLUS cannot always clearly iden- allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in tify other road users and complex traffic sit- heavy traffic or on winding roads uations.
Page 157: Activation Conditions
Driving systems If you do not fully release the accelerator To deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS pedal, the DISTRONIC PLUS Override mes- To store the current speed or call up the last sage appears in the multifunction display. The stored speed set distance to a slower-moving vehicle in To set the specified minimum distance front will then not be maintained.
Page 158: Stopping
Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Changing lanes If you change to the passing lane, DISTRONIC Pulling away and driving PLUS supports you when: you are driving faster than 45 mph (70 km/h) DISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the distance to a vehicle in front you switch on the appropriate turn signal DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a danger of collision...
Page 159 Driving systems Setting a specified minimum distance Depending on the specified minimum distance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a suffi- You can set the specified minimum distance for cient distance behind the vehicle in front. The DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span specified minimum distance is set using the between one and two seconds.
Page 160: Deactivating
Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speed- Select the Assist. Graphic function using the on-board computer ( page 196). ometer Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- Vehicle in front, if detected Specified minimum distance to the vehicle Example: vehicles featuring automatic transmis- in front;...
Page 161 Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated you engage the parking brake ® ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP the transmission is in the P, R or N position you pull the cruise control lever towards you in order to pull away and the front-passenger door is open...
Page 162: Distronic Plus With Steering Assist And Stop&Go Pilot
Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist Obstructions and stationary vehicles and Stop&Go Pilot General notes DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detec- ted vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obsta- cle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS will DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and not brake for these.
Page 163 Driving systems cle could come into contact with the curb or DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist does not pro- other road boundaries. Be particularly aware of vide assistance: other road users, e.g. cyclists, that are directly on very sharp corners next to your vehicle. when a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire Obstacles such as building site huts on the lane has been detected and displayed...
Page 164: Hold Function
Driving systems Deactivating Steering Assist and Stop&Go If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle brakes automatically in Pilot certain situations. Deactivate the DISTRONIC PLUS with Steer- To prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate ing Assist and Stop&Go Pilot function using DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the on-board computer ( page 197).
Page 165: Sports Mode
Driving systems you depress the brake pedal again with a cer- The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in tain amount of pressure until ë disap- sports mode ensures even better contact with pears from the multifunction display. the road. Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g.
Page 166: Range Of The Sensors
Driving systems maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space. When maneuvering, parking or pulling out of a parking space, make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuvering. When parking, pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars.
Page 167: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems Rear sensors Transmission posi- Warning display tion Center Approx. 48 in (approx. 120 cm) Front area activated Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. R or N Rear and front areas 80 cm) activated No areas activated Minimum distance Center Approx.
Page 168: Active Parking Assist
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.
Page 169: Detecting Parking Spaces
Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 165) warning messages during the two parking spaces are located directly next parking procedure.
Page 170: Parking
Driving systems Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym- Note that Active Parking Assist cannot bol shows the desired parking space in the measure the length of a parking space if it is at instrument cluster. right angles to the direction of travel. You will need to judge whether your vehicle will fit into Shift the transmission to position R.
Page 171: Exiting A Parking Space
Driving systems tone. The vehicle is now parked. The vehicle is Active Parking Assist can only assist you with kept stationary without the driver having to exiting a parking space if you have parked the depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is vehicle parallel to the direction of travel using canceled when you depress the accelerator Active Parking Assist.
Page 172: Rear View Camera
Driving systems the steering, before the vehicle has exited the Rear view camera parking space completely. This is useful, for example when you recognize that it is already General notes possible to pull out of the parking space. Canceling Active Parking Assist You can cancel Active Parking Assist at any time.
Page 173 Driving systems Messages in the multimedia system dis- if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Observe the notes on cleaning play page 267) The rear view camera may show a distorted view if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
Page 174 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Backing up straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehi- Vehicle center axle (marker assistance) Bumper White guide line without turning the steering Red guide line at a distance of approximately...
Page 175 Driving systems Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle White guide line at current steering wheel angle Parking space marking Parking space marking Turn the steering wheel to the center position Yellow guide line for the vehicle width while the vehicle is stationary.
Page 176 Driving systems Wide-angle function top view and picture from the rear view cam- era (130° viewing angle) top view and image from the front camera (130° viewing angle without displaying the maximum steering wheel angle) top view and enlarged rear view top view and enlarged front view top view and images from the rear-facing side cameras (rear wheel view)
Page 177 Driving systems The 360° camera will not function or will func- a split screen with top view and the image tion in a limited manner: from the front camera or a split screen with top view and the image if the doors are open from the rear view camera if the exterior mirrors are folded in if the trunk lid is open...
Page 178 Driving systems Messages in the multimedia system dis- Yellow lane marking tires at current steering play wheel angle (dynamic) Yellow guide line for the vehicle width Important safety notes including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic) The system may show a distorted view of obsta- cles or show them incorrectly or not at all.
Page 179: Attention Assist
Driving systems You can also select the side camera setting Red guide line at a distance of approximately for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.3 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1 m) from the front of the vehi- 180°...
Page 180 Driving systems Important safety notes The following information is displayed: length of the journey since the last break. ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid. It might not the attention level determined by ATTENTION always recognize fatigue or increasing inatten- ASSIST, displayed in a bar display in five levels tiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all.
Page 181: Instrument Cluster Display
Driving systems Important safety notes if ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indi- cators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concen- Traffic Sign Assist is only an aid and is not always tration. able to correctly display speed limits. Traffic Vehicles with COMAND: if a warning is output signs always have priority over the Traffic Sign in the multifunction display, a service station Assist display.
Page 182: Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Speed limits in wet conditions General notes Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system to monitor the areas on both sides of your vehicle. It supports you from a speed of approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area.
Page 183: Collision Warning
Driving systems Monitoring range of the sensors or overhanging loads. Following a severe impact or in the event of damage to the bumpers, have In particular, the detection of obstacles can be the function of the sensors checked at a quali- impaired if: fied specialist workshop.
Page 184: Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Switching on Blind Spot Assist WARNING Make sure that Blind Spot Assist The Lane Keeping Assist warning does not page 198) is activated in the on-board return the vehicle to the original lane. There is computer. a risk of an accident. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition You should always steer, brake or accelerate lock.
Page 185: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist page 196) are shown in green. Lane Keep- ing Assist is ready for use. General notes Standard Active Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor Standard is selected, no warning vibration system, pointed toward the rear of the vehicle, occurs if: to monitor the area to the sides of the vehicle which the driver is unable to see.
Page 186: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 187: Warning Display
Driving systems Warning display Course-correcting brake application If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a lat- eral collision in the monitoring range, a course- correcting brake application is carried out. This is meant to assist you in avoiding a collision. WARNING A course-correcting brake application cannot always prevent a collision.
Page 188: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems nize traffic situations. Active Lane Keeping ® is switched off. Assist is only an aid. You are responsible for the a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle detected.
Page 189: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems the road is narrow and winding A lane-correcting brake application can be made after driving over a lane marking recognize as there are strong shadows cast on the road being solid or broken. Before this, a warning If no vehicle is detected in the adjacent lane and must be given by means of intermittent vibration broken lane markings are detected, no lane-cor- in the steering wheel.
Page 190 Driving systems Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select Standard Adaptive page 198). If you drive at speeds above 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, the lines in the assistance graphics display page 196) are shown in green.
Page 191: Outside Temperature Display
Displays and operation One or two segments in the set speed range Important safety notes light up. DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front: WARNING The segments between the speed of the vehi- If you operate information systems and com- cle in front and the stored speed light up.
Page 192: Operating The On-Board Computer
Displays and operation Left control panel Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level, the coolant temperature may rise to 248 ‡ (120 †). Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Operating the on-board computer Scrolls in lists Overview Selects a submenu or function In the...
Page 193: Odometer
Menus and submenus Back button ¤ ECO start/stop function ( page 131) ë HOLD function ( page 162) Press briefly: Back Menus and submenus Switches off voice-operated navi- gation or the Voice Control System Menu overview Hides display messages or calls up the last Trip menu function used...
Page 194: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Trip computer "From Start" or "From Displaying the range and current fuel Reset" consumption Distance Press the = or ; button on the steering Driving time wheel to select the Trip menu. Average speed Press 9 or : to select the display with Average fuel consumption approximate range and the current fuel con- sumption.
Page 195 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced without a If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From Start" trip computer lane recommendation are also reset. If you reset the values in the "From Start" trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset.
Page 196: Operation
Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown. tion system To select a station: briefly press 9 or :. SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a normal radio.
Page 197: Telephone Menu
Menus and submenus Only for vehicles with COMAND: you can use the You will see one of the following display mes- Audio menu to operate video DVDs. sages in the multifunction display: Switch on the multimedia system and select Phone READY or the name of the network video DVD (see the separate operating provider: the mobile phone has found a net-...
Page 198: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Displaying the assistance graphic To exit the telephone book: press the ~ or % button. Redialing The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialed in the redial memory. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the = or ;...
Page 199: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. ® For further information about ESP , see The current selection appears. page 66). To activate/deactivate: press the a but- Start the engine. ton again. Press the = or ; button on the steering If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is wheel to select the DriveAssist...
Page 200: Instrument Cluster
Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Settings menu Assist Introduction Press the = or ; button on the steering Depending on the equipment installed in the wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. vehicle, you have the following options in the Press the 9 or : button to select Sett.
Page 201: Instrument Cluster Lighting
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the : or 9 button to select the wheel to select the Sett. menu. Day. Run. Lights function. If the Day. Run. Lights function has been Press the : or 9 button to select the switched on, the multifunction display shows Instrument Cluster submenu.
Page 202: Interior Lighting
Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating the acoustic Depending on your vehicle's equipment, when the surround lighting and delayed locking verification signal switch-off exterior lighting are on, the follow- If you switch on the Acoustic Lock function, an ing light up: acoustic signal sounds when you lock the vehi- Parking lamps cle.
Page 203: Settings Menu
Menus and submenus Using : or 9, select the Easy Entry/ Exit function. If the Easy Entry/Exit function is activated, the vehicle steering wheel is displayed in orange in the multifunction display. Press the a button to save the setting. Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 104).
Page 204: Message Memory
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 205: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. ble See Operator's In addition, the ÷, å...
Page 206: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the instru- Operator's Manual ment cluster.
Page 207: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. only) (Canada only)
Page 208: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Functions Currently Possible causes are: Limited See Opera‐ function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. tor's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Page 209: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Operator's Man‐ is temporarily restricted or inoperative: COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS ® PRE-SAFE Brake ® PRE-SAFE PLUS Active Lane Keeping Assist...
Page 210: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service RequiredorFront The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 211: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even bag Disabled though: an adult See Operator's Man‐ a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 212 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on the seat. WARNING The air bag may deploy unintentionally. There is an increased risk of injury. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 213: Display Message
Display messages Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The corresponding bulb is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Low Beam (example) Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself page 113). LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
Page 214: Display Message
Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant Level cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. See Operator's Man‐ Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 259).
Page 215: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 216: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
Page 217: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The HOLD function is deactivated. When the brake pedal is firmly depressed, an activation condition is not fulfilled. A warning tone also sounds. Check the activation conditions for the HOLD function page 162).
Page 218: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is defective. InoperativeorActive The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mirrors. Blind Spot Assist Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Inoperative Park Assist Canceled The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been fas-...
Page 219 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Page 220: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. there have been no lane markings for an extended period.
Page 221: Tires
Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Tire Pressure Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 291).
Page 222: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Press. Monitor Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, no signals from the tire pressure sensors are detected. The tire pressure Currently Unavaila‐ monitor is temporarily malfunctioning. Drive on.
Page 223: Auxiliary Battery
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of Rolling Away The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in position R, N or D. Vehicle Not in 'P' A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The vehicle may roll away.
Page 224: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid. The hood is open. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 225: Smartkey
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If you drive at speeds of more than 25 mph (40 km/h), you cannot open or close the soft top. Convertible Top Fully open or close the soft top ( page 86). Operation Possible to 25 mph The soft top is not fully opened or closed.
Page 226: Keyless-Go
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â The battery of the KEYLESS-GO key is discharged. Change the batteries ( page 76). Replace Key Battery Â The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off.
Page 227: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster and warning lamps only indicate a malfunction if they light up or flash after starting the engine or whilst driving. Safety Seat belts Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü...
Page 228: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only) or J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is moving. A warning tone also sounds. You are driving with the parking brake applied.
Page 229: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
Page 230 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or the traction control system has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Page 231: Restraint System
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be faulty.
Page 232: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 233 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
Page 234: Plus
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic.
Page 235: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS (pressure loss or malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 236: Multimedia System
Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this manual traffic conditions and driving, and increase the describes the basic principles for operation.
Page 237: Cleaning Instructions
Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
Page 238 Operating system Favorites Navigation mode Calling up and exiting favorites Important safety notes To call up: press the ò button on the con- WARNING troller. If you operate information systems and com- Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle. munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The favorites are displayed.
Page 239: Telephony
(toll). yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Number of Occupants in the Vehicle: tions. (only available in the USA) select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access Apps conditions for carpool lanes. select geo-coordinates Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool lanes option is activated.
Page 240: Searching For A Mobile Phone
In the USA you can also contact the If codes match: select on the multimedia Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). system. In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend- tomer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100.
Page 241: Inserting
Operating system Inserting/removing an SD memory card confirm the connection to the multimedia sys- ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up Important safety notes to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- WARNING ufacturer's operating instructions).
Page 242: Loading Guidelines
Stowage areas tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's Stowage areas door. Loading guidelines The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. WARNING Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or sible and as low down in the trunk as possible.
Page 243: Glove Box
Stowage areas Glove box Stowage compartment in the center console To open: pull handle : and open glove box flap ;. Briefly press trim ; in the direction of the arrow. To close: fold glove box flap ; upwards until Cover : swings upwards.
Page 244: Securing Cargo
Stowage areas Observe the loading guidelines ( page 240). occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu- larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud- den change in direction. Securing cargo Never exceed the maximum permissible load for the stowage compartment. Stow and Cargo tie-down rings secure heavy objects in the trunk.
Page 245: Center Console
Features The bag hook can bear a maximum load of addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to secure and mobile phone brackets cannot always a load. retain all objects they contain. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.
Page 246: Front Ashtray
Features Cup holder in the rear stowage box Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into bracket ; and mirror cover A has been folded up. Glare from the side To open: slide front cup holder cover ;...
Page 247: Cigarette Lighter
Features Cigarette lighter in the front compart- You can remove the ashtray insert and use the resulting compartment for stowage. ment Rear-compartment ashtray Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 128). To open: pull cover ; out by its top edge. To open: open the stowage compartment page 241).
Page 248: General Notes
Determining the location of the vehicle on a map Have the system checked at the nearest author- is only possible if: ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- GPS reception is available. lowing service hotlines: the vehicle position can be forwarded to the...
Page 249: Emergency Call
Features Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at All important information on the emergency is 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or transmitted, for example: 1-866-990-9007 current location of the vehicle (as determined by the GPS system) Emergency call vehicle identification number information on the severity of the accident...
Page 250: Roadside Assistance Button
To end a call: press the ~ button on the To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- multifunction steering wheel. side Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Center. Press the corresponding multimedia system The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button for ending a phone call.
Page 251: Call Priority
You receive information about operating your vehicle, about the nearest authorized Downloading destinations gives you access to a Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- database with over 15 million points of interest ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. (POIs). These can be downloaded on the navi- You can find further information on the mbrace gation system in your vehicle.
Page 252: Search & Send
Destination addresses are loaded in the same order as the order in which they were sent. General notes If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with To use "Search & Send", your vehicle must be mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: equipped with mbrace and a navigation system.
Page 253 The vehicle data is sent to the Customer If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for Assistance Center. longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz Depending on what the customer service rep- Customer Assistance Center is automatically resentative agreed with you, the voice connec-...
Page 254: Downloading Routes
Features tion is re-established after the transfer is com- tance Center. The Customer Assistance Center plete. If necessary, you will be contacted at a then forwards this information to you. later time by another means, e.g. by e-mail or You can select the way in which you receive this phone.
Page 255: Important Safety Notes
Mercedes- Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 Garage door remote control A is not included ®...
Page 256: Synchronizing The Rolling Code
Features When indicator lamp : flashes green: pro- Notes on programming the remote con- gramming was successful. The next step is to trol synchronize the rolling code ( page 254). Canadian radio frequency laws require a "break" Release button B on remote control A for (or interruption) of the transmission signals the garage door drive system.
Page 257: Floormats
Features Problems when programming Garage door system with a rolling code: indi- cator lamp : flashes green. If you are experiencing problems programing The transmitter will transmit a signal as long the integrated garage door opener on the rear- as the button is pressed. The transmission is view mirror, take note of the following instruc- halted after a maximum of ten seconds and tions:...
Page 258 Features Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat off retainers ;. Remove the floormat.
Page 259: Important Safety Notes
Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when tem work under high voltage.
Page 260: Checking The Oil Level
Engine compartment be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds. Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be in a different location. When checking the oil level: park the vehicle on a level surface. the engine should be switched off for approx- imately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature.
Page 261 Certain components in the engine compart- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Service center. Working in the engine compartment poses a Damage to the engine or exhaust system is risk of injury.
Page 262: Washer System
Further information on windshield washer fluid/ If necessary, add coolant that has been tested antifreeze ( page 316). and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. Maintenance For further information on coolant, see ASSYST PLUS page 316).
Page 263: Displaying Service Messages
Service A Exceeded by .. Days A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- Depending on the operating conditions of the ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the vehicle, the remaining time or distance until the ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the next service due date is displayed.
Page 264: Automatic Car Wash
N, otherwise the Use care products and cleaning agents recom- vehicle could be damaged. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicles with a SmartKey: Do not remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock. Do not open the driver's door or...
Page 265: Power Washers
Damaged seals or electrical components can Use a soft sponge to clean. lead to leaks or failures. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning the paintwork Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- tle jet of water.
Page 266: Matte Finish
Mercedes-Benz care products. If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the Cleaning the vehicle parts case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the Cleaning the soft top care product used.
Page 267: Aircap
Clean net ; of the AIRCAP wind screen with a moist cloth together with the care and cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning the wheels Clean net ; of the wind deflector with a soft brush or a moist cloth. For heavier soiling,...
Page 268: Cleaning The Windows
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning Clean the water drainage channels of the agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or windshield and the rear window at regular cleaning cloths. intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and...
Page 269: Cleaning
Care Cleaning the 360° camera Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the 360° camera with a power Cleaning the sensors washer.360 If you clean the sensors with a power washer, make sure that you keep a distance of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle...
Page 270: Interior Care
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- For cleaning, do not use any of the following: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. alcohol-based thinner or gasoline abrasive cleaning agents Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...
Page 271: Carpets
Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning a damp cloth and then wipe the covers agents recommended and approved by down with a dry cloth. Mercedes-Benz. Make sure that the leather does not become soaked. It may otherwise become rough and cracked.
Page 272: Vehicle Tool Kit
Flat tire Vehicle preparation is not necessary on vehi- Where will I find...? cles with MOExtended tires Vehicle tool kit a TIREFIT kit ( page 270) an emergency spare wheel ( page 308) General notes Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
Page 273: Tirefit Kit
Flat tire Important safety notes You can recognize MOExtended tires by the MOExtended marking which appears on the sidewall of the tire. You will find this marking WARNING next to the tire size designation, the load-bear- When driving in emergency mode, the driving ing capacity and the speed index ( page 298).
Page 274 Flat tire compressor from the stowage well under- WARNING neath the trunk floor ( page 270). The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita- Affix part : of the TIREFIT sticker to the tion. It must not come into contact with your instrument cluster within the driver's field of skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed.
Page 275: Tire Pressure Not Reached
Flat tire Tire pressure reached First, tire sealant is pumped into the tire. The pressure can briefly rise to approximately 500 kPa (5 bar/73 psi). WARNING Do not switch off the tire inflation com- A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant pressor during this phase.
Page 276: Important Safety Notes
Important safety notes In cases such as the one mentioned above, Special tools and expert knowledge are required contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- when working on the battery, e.g. removal and ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the installation. You should therefore have all work USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 277 Battery (vehicle) Always make sure that neither you nor the bat- must be collected separately tery is electrostatically charged. A build-up of and recycled to protect the electrostatic charge can be caused, for exam- environment. ple: Dispose of batteries in an by wearing clothing made from synthetic environmentally friendly fibers...
Page 278: Charging The Battery
There is a risk of qualified specialist workshop. You can also an explosion. charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before ist workshop for further information. charging it or jump-starting.
Page 279 Never charge a battery still installed in the vehi- cle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used . A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles and tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz is available as an accessory.
Page 280: Jump Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 281 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 282: Important Safety Notes
Towing and tow-starting Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed. Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first. Start the engine.
Page 283: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting If the vehicle has to be towed more than 30 miles (50km), the entire vehicle must be raised and transported. If you tow or tow-start another vehicle, its weight must not exceed the maximum per- missible gross vehicle weight of your vehicle. It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed away.
Page 284: Transporting The Vehicle
Fuses Release the brake pedal. The towing eye can be used to pull the vehicle onto a trailer or transporter for transporting pur- Release the parking brake. poses. In order to signal a change of direction when Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition towing the vehicle with the hazard warning lock.
Page 285: Dashboard Fuse Box
Fuses ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Dashboard fuse box Center. Pay attention to the important safety notes Only use fuses that have been approved for page 282). Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the Do not use a pointed object such as a screw- correct fuse rating for the system concerned.
Page 286: Fuse Box In The Trunk
Fuses Open the trunk lid. To open: raise trunk floor : ( page 243). Slightly push back floor covering with slits ; at gap = and lift it up. Make sure that the windshield wipers are turned off. Open the hood ( page 257).
Page 287: Wheels And Tires
Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
Page 288: Service Life
Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where the bar indicator other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire monitoring systems.
Page 289: Snow Chains
M+S tires. Using summer tires at very cold Snow chains temperatures could cause cracks to form, thereby damaging the tires permanently. WARNING Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for If snow chains are installed to the front this type of damage. wheels, they may drag against the vehicle WARNING body or chassis components.
Page 290: Recommended
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding unevenly, which may greatly impair tire standard of quality. For more information, traction.
Page 291: Tire And Loading Information Placard
Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
Page 292: On-Board Computer
Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 293: Tire Pressure Monitor
Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
Page 294: Important Safety Notes
Tire pressure Important safety notes When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal WARNING low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunc- Each tire, including the spare (if provided), tions may occur for a variety of reasons, should be checked at least once a month including the installation of incompatible when cold and inflated to the pressure rec-...
Page 295: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure In addition to the warning lamp, a message of the wheel that has been removed for a few appears in the multifunction display. Observe minutes. If this occurs, note that the value dis- the information on display messages played for the position where the spare wheel is page 219).
Page 296: Service Menu
Loading the vehicle You can find more tire pressure values for Two instruction labels on your vehicle show the various operating conditions in the tire pres- maximum possible load. sure table inside the fuel filler flap (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard is page 288).
Page 297 Loading the vehicle Specification for maximum gross vehicle suant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle weight : is listed in the Tire and Loading Safety Act of 1966". Information placard: "The combined weight of Step 1: Locate the statement "The combined occupants and cargo should never exceed weight of occupants and cargo should never XXX kilograms or XXX lbs."...
Page 298 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg).
Page 299: Vehicle Identification Plate
All about wheels and tires sponding quality grading markings on the side- Vehicle identification plate wall of the tire. Even if you have calculated the total cargo care- Quality grades can be found, where applicable, fully, you should still make sure that the gross on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and vehicle weight rating and the gross axle weight maximum section width.
Page 300: Labeling (Overview)
Tire labeling tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Overview Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 286). Winter tires can reduce the braking distance on snow-covered surfaces in comparison with summer tires.
Page 301 All about wheels and tires flange. The rim diameter is specified in tire load rating and speed rating required for inches (in). your vehicle. Load-bearing index: load-bearing index A is a numerical code that specifies the maximum load-bearing capacity of a tire. Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit.
Page 302: Maximum Load Rating
All about wheels and tires rating in the service specification. Example: Further information about reading tire data can 245/40 ZR18 97 Y. In this example, "97 Y" is be obtained from any qualified specialist work- the service specification. The letter "Y" rep- shop.
Page 303: Tire Characteristics
All about wheels and tires load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and the year of manufacture. For example, a tire that Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on is marked "2614" was manufactured in week 26 the driver's side ( page 294).
Page 304 All about wheels and tires following specifications from the U.S. govern- fuel, luggage and the drawbar noseweight, if ment. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of applicable). The gross vehicle weight rating is the tire. specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on the driver's side.
Page 305: Occupant Distribution
Changing a wheel tire pressure Traction Pressure inside the tire applying an outward Traction is the result of friction between the tires force to every square inch of the tire's surface. and the road surface. The tire pressure is specified in pounds per Treadwear indicators square inch (psi), in kilopascal (kPa) or in bar.
Page 306: Direction Of Rotation
Changing a wheel Tire-mounting tools should not be used near Mounting a wheel the valve. This could damage the electronic components. Preparing the vehicle Only have tires changed at a qualified spe- Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and cialist workshop. level ground.
Page 307: Raising The Vehicle
To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 308: Mounting A New Wheel
Changing a wheel Removing a wheel Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a dirty surface. The bolt and wheel hub threads could otherwise be damaged when you screw them Vehicles with AMG equipment: fold cover ; upwards. Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt com- pletely.
Page 309: Lowering The Vehicle
For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold the wheel securely against the wheel hub while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
Page 310: General Notes
WARNING cle. The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type of Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam- the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel age resulting from the use of tires, wheels or and the wheel to be replaced may differ.
Page 311 Emergency spare wheel limitation specified on the emergency spare wheel. Replace the tires after six years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the emergency spare wheel. When you are driving with the emergency spare wheel mounted, the tire pressure mon- itor cannot function reliably.
Page 312: Technical Data
The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an compliance with the maximum permissible authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the output in these wavebands is required. data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. only approved antenna positions may be used.
Page 313: Frequencies
Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Waveband Maximum transmission output Short wave 30 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 15 W 74 - 88 MHz...
Page 314: Engine Number
Climate control system refrigerant Components and service products must be matched. Only use products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recom- mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.
Page 315: Tank Capacity
Service products and filling capacities Other identifications, for example: Model Of which reserve 0 W-30 5 W-30 All models Approx. 5 W-40 2.1 US gal (8.0 l) Fuel Gasoline Important safety notes Fuel grade WARNING Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine.
Page 316: Flexible Fuel Vehicles
WARNING Maintenance Fuel is highly flammable. If you handle fuel incorrectly, there is a risk of fire and explo- Inform your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center sion. that you are operating or have operated the vehicle with E85 fuel. You must avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking.
Page 317: Filling Capacities
Comply with the important safety notes for ser- The engine oils are matched to the performance vice products when handling brake fluid of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. page 312). You should therefore only use engine oils and oil The brake fluid change intervals can be found in filters that are approved for vehicles with main- the Maintenance Booklet.
Page 318: Windshield Washer System
The coolant is checked with every mainte- nance interval at a qualified specialist work- Further information on coolants can be found shop. in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Filling capacities Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 319: Refrigerant
Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil Refrigerant 20.8 ± 0.4 oz approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. (590 ± 10 g) The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for PAG oil 4.2 ±...
Page 320 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights Model : Opening height E 400 60.7 in (1541 mm) E 550 60.6 in (1538 mm) All models Vehicle width 79.4 in (2016 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 55.0 in (1398 mm) Wheelbase 108.7 in (2760 mm) Vehicle height, 80.5 in (2045 mm) when opening/clos-...

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