Page 1 S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual É21758434017ËÍ 2175843401 Order no. 6515 4538 13 Part no. 217 584 34 01 Edition A 2016...
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Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 22 Safety ........... 43 Opening and closing ......81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 105 Lights and windshield wipers ..123 Climate control ......... 135 Driving and parking ......149 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 6 Index Parking .......... 204 1, 2, 3 ... ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 75 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Brake Assist see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ........ 72 tion System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..198 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus drive) ..........
Page 7 Activating/deactivating ....246 Display message ......272 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....68 Function/notes ......215 BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist see Qualified specialist workshop Function/notes ........ 69 Authorized workshop Important safety notes ....69...
Page 8 Index Brake lamps Gear or selector lever ....338 Display message ......266 Interior ........... 337 Brakes Matte finish ........334 ABS ..........68 Night View Assist Plus ....337 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 72 Notes ..........331 BAS ..........68 Paint ..........
Page 9 Index Defrosting the windows ....141 Filling capacity ....... 405 Defrosting the windshield ....141 Important safety notes ....404 ECO start/stop function ....137 Temperature gauge ......231 General notes ........ 136 Warning lamp ......... 294 Indicator lamp ........ 139 Coolbox ..........
Page 10 Hiding (on-board computer) ... 251 see Doors Introduction ........251 Driving abroad Lights ..........265 Mercedes-Benz Service ....331 Safety systems ......252 Driving Assistance package ..... 222 SmartKey ........283 Driving on flooded roads ....178 Tires ..........279 Driving safety systems Vehicle ...........
Page 11 Index Display message ......272 On-board computer ....... 236 ECO start/stop function DISTRONIC PLUS ......182 DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Automatic engine start ....156 Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ....190 Automatic engine switch-off ..156 Driving Assistance package ... 222 Deactivating/activating ....
Page 12 Index Checking the oil level using the Filling capacities (Technical data) ... 400 dipstick .......... 325 Flat tire Checking the oil level using the Changing a wheel/mounting the on-board computer ......327 spare wheel ........383 Display message ......270 MOExtended tires ......
Page 13 Index HOLD function Activating ........193 Garage door opener Activation conditions ..... 193 Clearing the memory ..... 320 Deactivating ........193 General notes ........ 317 Display message ......276 Important safety notes ....317 Function/notes ......192 Opening/closing the garage door .. 320 General notes ........
Page 14 Index Locking Start/Stop button ......151 KEYLESS-GO see Central locking Locking (doors) Convenience closing feature .... 99 Deactivation ........83 Automatic ........90 General notes ........83 Emergency locking ......91 Locking ..........83 From inside (central locking but- Start function ........84 ton) ..........
Page 15 Frequencies ........398 Seats, steering wheel, exterior Installation ........398 mirrors ........... 120 Menu (on-board computer) .... 241 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Transmission output (maximum) ..398 Modifying the programming 360°camera ........211 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..68 (SmartKey) ........... 84 Active Blind Spot Assist ....
Page 16 Index Switching automatic activation Instrument cluster menu ....248 on/off ..........244 Lights menu ........247 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- Media menu ........240 cle ............150 Menu overview ......235 Message memory ......251 Navigation menu ......237 Operation ........
Page 17 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ....201 Driving system ....... 199 QR code Function/notes ......199 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Important safety notes ....199 Rescue card ........28 Problem (malfunction) ....202 Qualified specialist workshop ... 26 Range of the sensors ..... 199 Warning display ......
Page 18 Index Safety system Refueling process ......168 see Fuel see Driving safety systems Remote control SD memory card Garage door opener ....... 317 Selecting ........240 Seat Programming (garage door opener) .......... 318 Adjusting the front-passenger Replacing bulbs seat from the driver's seat ..... 108 Seat belts General notes ........
Page 19 Index Securing cargo ........303 Positions (ignition lock) ....151 Selector lever Problem (malfunction) ..... 87 Starting the engine ......153 Cleaning ......... 338 Smartphone see Automatic transmission Starting the engine ......154 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ..335 Snow chains ........365 Service menu (on-board com- Sockets puter) ..........
Page 20 Index Button overview ....... 35 Buttons (on-board computer) ..231 Tachometer ........230 Cleaning ......... 338 Tail lamps EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ..... 116 Display message ......266 Important safety notes ....114 see Lights Paddle shifters ....... 163 Tank content Steering wheel heating ....
Page 21 Index Warning lamp ......... 297 Optional equipment weight (defi- Warning message ......371 nition) ..........382 TIREFIT kit .......... 344 PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- inition) ........... 382 Tire pressure not reached ....346 Replacing ........383 Tire pressure reached ....346 Tires Service life ........
Page 22 Index Towing eye ......... 342 Traffic Sign Assist Unlocking Activating ........218 Emergency unlocking ....... 90 Display message ......276 From inside the vehicle (central Function/notes ......217 unlocking button) ......89 Important safety notes ....217 Upshift indicator (on-board com- Instrument cluster display .....
Page 23 Index Video Windows Operating the DVD ......241 see Side windows Windshield VIN ............399 Defrosting ........141 Infrared reflective ......321 Windshield washer fluid Warning and indicator lamps see Windshield washer system ABS ..........288 Windshield washer system Brakes ........... 287 Adding washer fluid .......
Page 24 Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...
Page 25 Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- Service and vehicle operation evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of Warranty equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically The implied warranty for your vehicle applies approved for your vehicle.
Page 26: Breakdown Assistance
Always have the Service and Warranty Book- sonable number of repair attempts let with you when you bring the vehicle to an Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its author- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The ser- ized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or...
Page 27 As a Delivery Program. For details, consult an result, these may no longer function as inten- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of one of the following addresses.
Page 28: Diagnostics Connection
(1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These Qualified specialist workshop devices must accept any interference, includ- An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a ing interference that may cause undesired qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- operation of the device."...
Page 29 If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con- Limited Warranty tact us at one of the following addresses. ! Follow the instructions in this manual...
Page 30: Data Recording
COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, Terms and Conditions. accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC...
Page 31 Introduction ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- sonnel. MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee.
Page 33: Table Of Contents
Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster ......33 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 35 Center console ........37 Overhead control panel ...... 39 Door control panel ......40 Rear seats ..........41...
Page 34: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Ignition lock shifters Start/Stop button Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the hood Control panel for: Ü...
Page 35: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Speedometer Fuel gauge Fuel filler flap location indi- Multifunction display cator 8: the fuel filler Tachometer cap is on the right-hand side. Coolant temperature Information on displaying the outside temperature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature display"...
Page 36 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ! ABS ! Electric parking brake (yellow) ® å ESP Electric parking brake (red) ® ÷ ESP F USA only # Turn signal, left ! Canada only L Low-beam head- ;...
Page 37: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Rejects or ends a call Sets the brightness of the Exits the telephone book/ instrument cluster and the redial memory displays (COMAND) COMAND display (see the Makes or accepts a call separate operating instruc- Switches to the redial mem- tions)
Page 38 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page ò Opens the menu list Selects a menu or submenu or scrolls through lists Confirms a selection Hides display messages Back ñ Switches off the Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions)
Page 39 Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Switches COMAND on/off Back button (see the sepa- (see the separate Opera- rate operating instructions) tor's Manual) Seat adjustment button Adjusts the volume/mute (see the separate operating (see the separate operating instructions) instructions) Navigation button (see the èECO start/stop func-...
Page 40: Center Console
Center console Function Page Function Page Vehicle and system set- COMAND controller (see tings button (see separate the separate operating operating instructions) instructions)
Page 41: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- µ Operates MAGIC SKY hand reading lamp on/off CONTROL Vehicles without MAGIC | Switches the auto- SKY CONTROL: operates matic interior lighting con- the roller sunblind for the trol on/off panorama roof G SOS button (mbrace...
Page 42: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page s Seat ventilation W Opens/closes the right side window c Seat heating W Opens/closes the w Adjusts the front- rear right side window passenger seat from the driver's seat p Opens/closes the trunk lid r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat,...
Page 43 Rear seats Rear seats Function Page Function Page Stowage box in the seat Cup holder backrest Stowage compartment in Coolbox the center console Stowage compartment in Socket the rear seat armrest...
Page 45 Useful information ......44 Panic alarm .......... 44 Occupant safety ........44 Children in the vehicle ......62 Pets in the vehicle ....... 67 Driving safety systems ....... 67 Protection against theft ..... 78...
Page 46: Useful Information
Occupant safety reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants Useful information are subjected during an accident. The restraint system comprises: This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- Seat belt system ment of your vehicle available at the time of Air bags publication of the Operator's Manual.
Page 47: Occupant Safety
If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
Page 48 Occupant safety and size of the child. Therefore, be sure to When triggered, a seat belt force limiter helps observe the notes on the "Occupant Clas- to reduce the force exerted by the seat belt on sification System (OCS)" ( page 53) and the vehicle occupant.
Page 49 Only use seat belts that have been approved always secure the child in a child restraint for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The child restraint system must be Proper use of the seat belts...
Page 50 Occupant safety Only then can the forces which occur be WARNING distributed over the area of the belt. If the seat-belt extender is extended during the shoulder section of the belt is always the journey, the seat belt is not fitted properly routed across the center of your shoulder.
Page 51 Occupant safety Press seat-belt extender button ?. automatically, see "Belt adjustment" Seat-belt extender = extends. page 50). If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder Seat-belt extender = is retracted again if: section of the seat belt to tighten the belt the belt tongue is engaged in the seat belt across your body.
Page 52: Seat Belt Adjustment
Occupant safety Seat belt adjustment If the vehicle's speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h) once and the driver's and front- The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of passenger seat belts are not fastened, a ® the PRE-SAFE convenience function. This warning tone sounds.
Page 53 Occupant safety Only secure a child in a rearward-facing To avoid hazardous situations, always make child restraint system on the front- sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: passenger seat when the front-passenger have fastened their seat belts correctly, front air bag is deactivated. If the including pregnant women PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is are sitting correctly and maintain the great-...
Page 54 ( page 45). Mercedes-Benz. The front-passenger front air bag will only deploy if: the system, based on the OCS weight sen-...
Page 55 Occupant safety Window curtain air bags Front side impact air bags : and rear side impact air bags ; deploy next to the outer Window curtain air bags : are integrated bolster of the seat backrest. into the side of the roof frame and deployed in When deployed, the side impact air bag offers the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
Page 56 Occupant safety Prerequisite Occupant Classification System opera- tion (OCS) To be classified correctly, the front passenger must sit: with the seat belt fastened correctly in an almost upright position with their back against the seat backrest with their feet resting on the floor, if possi- If the front passenger does not observe these conditions, OCS may produce a false classi- fication, e.g.
Page 57 Occupant safety front air bag both before and during the jour- Occupant Classification System" ney. page 58). WARNING WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator If you secure a child in a forward-facing child lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is restraint system on the front-passenger seat disabled.
Page 58 Mercedes-Benz. child's stature. It is recommended that you If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not...
Page 59 Occupant safety When the front-passenger seat is occupied, always ensure that: the classification of the person in the front- passenger seat is correct and the front- passenger front air bag is enabled or disa- bled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat the person is seated properly with a cor- rectly fastened seatbelt...
Page 60 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
Page 61 Occupant safety be released. The 6 restraint system warn- Deployment of Emergency Tensioning ing lamp lights up. Devices and air bags Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Important safety notes hearing. The powder that is released gener- ally does not constitute a health hazard, but it WARNING may cause short-term breathing difficulties in...
Page 62 Occupant safety the restraint system are activated independ- The vehicle can be deformed considerably, ently of each other in certain frontal collision without an air bag being deployed. This is the situations: case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affected and the rate of decel- Front air bags as well as driver's and front- eration is not high.
Page 63 Occupant safety How the air bag system works is deter- ® PRE-SAFE takes the following measures mined by the severity of the accident detec- depending on the hazardous situation detec- ted, especially the vehicle deceleration or ted: acceleration and the apparent type of acci- the front seat belts are pre-tensioned.
Page 64 For if the radar sensor system detects that a this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises head-on collision is imminent, the seat that you install a child restraint system on a belts are pre-tensioned.
Page 65: Children In The Vehicle
Children in the vehicle 41 lbs (18 kg) until they reach a height where WARNING a three-point seat belt can be properly fas- If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- tened without a booster seat. cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake.
Page 66: Child Restraint System
Replace child restraint systems which have correct child restraint system from any been damaged or subjected to a load in an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- WARNING ing systems on the child restraint system...
Page 67 Children in the vehicle All child restraint systems must meet the fol- lowing standards: U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand- ards 213 and 225 Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2 Confirmation that the child restraint system corresponds to the standards can be found on an instruction label on the child restraint system.
Page 68 Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than chil- dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
Page 69: Pets In The Vehicle
Driving safety systems Always observe the child restraint system cle occupants. There is a risk of an accident manufacturer's installation and operating and injury. instructions. Never leave animals unattended in the vehi- cle. Always secure animals properly during Forward-facing child restraint system the journey, e.g.
Page 70 Driving safety systems The driving safety systems described only display messages which may be shown in the work as effectively as possible when there is instrument cluster ( page 252). adequate contact between the tires and the road surface. Please pay special attention to Braking the notes on tires, recommended minimum If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the...
Page 71 Driving safety systems BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System There is a risk of an accident. PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake. Terminate the General information intervention in a non-critical driving situation. BAS PLUS can help you to minimize the risk of a collision with a vehicle or a pedestrian and WARNING...
Page 72 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also BAS PLUS provides braking assistance in haz- impaired in the event of: ardous situations with vehicles in front within a speed range between 4 mph (7 km/h) and dirt on the camera or if the camera is cov- 155 mph (250 km/h).
Page 73: Distance Warning Function
Driving safety systems do not react to the visual and audible collision WARNING warning, autonomous braking can be initiated The distance warning function does not react: in critical situations. If you apply the brake to people or animals yourself in a critical situation, the COLLISION to oncoming vehicles PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS adaptive Brake Assist assists you.
Page 74 Driving safety systems Due to the nature of the system, particularly WARNING complicated but non-critical driving condi- Adaptive Brake Assist cannot always clearly tions may also cause the system to display a identify objects and complex traffic situa- warning. tions. With the help of the radar sensor system, the In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: distance warning function can detect obsta-...
Page 75 Driving safety systems Keep the brake pedal depressed until the ® ETS traction control is part of ESP . On vehi- emergency braking situation is over. ® cles with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP ABS prevents the wheels from locking. Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi- The brakes will work normally again if: vidually if they spin.
Page 76 Driving safety systems cle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel ® If ESP intervenes: starts to spin. ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an stances. ® extended period with ESP deactivated.
Page 77 Driving safety systems also has the HOLD function ( page 192) and ® intervenes automatically according to hill start assist ( page 155). the direction and intensity of the crosswinds affecting your vehicle. ESP intervenes with stabilizing braking to ® PRE-SAFE Brake assist you in keeping the vehicle in the lane.
Page 78 Driving safety systems a collision cannot always be avoided, partic- ® As a result, PRE-SAFE Brake may neither ularly when approaching at too high a speed. give warnings nor intervene in all critical sit- There is a risk of an accident. uations.
Page 79 Driving safety systems system checked at a qualified specialist work- until immediately prior to an imminent acci- shop. dent. You can prevent the intervention of the PRE- Function ® SAFE Brake at any time by: To activate/deactivate: activate or deac- depressing the accelerator pedal further.
Page 80: Protection Against Theft
(yet the vehicle's battery is charged), SmartKey. the system is not operational. Contact an The alarm is switched off. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Remove the Start/Stop button from the 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). ignition lock.
Page 81 Protection against theft The emergency call system sends a mes- sage or establishes a data connection pro- vided that: you have subscribed to the mbrace ser- vice. the mbrace service has been activated properly. the necessary mobile phone network is available.
Page 83 Useful information ......82 SmartKey ..........82 Doors ............ 89 Trunk ............ 92 Side windows ........97 Panorama roof ........101...
Page 84: Useful Information
SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong ment of your vehicle available at the time of magnetic fields.
Page 85 SmartKey To open the trunk lid automatically SmartKey functions from outside the vehicle: press and hold button ; until the trunk lid opens. KEYLESS-GO General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a SmartKey in the vehicle.
Page 86 SmartKey KEYLESS-GO start function Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a SmartKey in the vehicle. Changing the settings of the locking system You can change the settings of the locking system.
Page 87 Push release catch : in the direction of HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ the arrow and at the same time remove index.cfm. mechanical key ; from the SmartKey. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have For further information about: the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist unlocking the driver's door ( page 90) workshop.
Page 88 SmartKey Checking the battery opens. Do not hold battery compartment cover : closed while doing so. Remove battery compartment cover :. Press the & or % button. The battery is working properly if battery check lamp : lights up briefly. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your The battery is discharged if battery check palm until battery = falls out.
Page 89 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 86) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.
Page 90 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 349).
Page 91: Doors
Doors trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off Doors the alarm ( page 78). 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.
Page 92: Power Closing
Doors The doors can be opened from the inside. You can switch the automatic locking function on and off using COMAND (see the If the vehicle has been locked with the Smart- separate operating instructions). Key or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm sys- tem.
Page 93 Doors Close the driver's door. Take the mechanical key out of the Smart- Key ( page 85). Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise as far as it will go to position 1. Insert the mechanical key into opening : The locking knob pops up and the door in the protective cap.
Page 94 Trunk Insert the mechanical key into the Smart- Obstacle recognition with trunk lid Key ( page 85). reversing feature Carefully press the protective cap onto the On vehicles with trunk lid remote closing fea- lock cylinder until it engages and is seated ture, the trunk lid is equipped with automatic firmly.
Page 95: Trunk
Trunk Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the closing area during the closing process. Use one of the following options to stop the closing process: press the F button on the SmartKey. pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door.
Page 96 Trunk Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing full. To do this, make a kicking movement feature and KEYLESS-GO: when all the under the bumper with your foot. doors are closed, you can simultaneously Observe the following points: close the trunk lid and lock the vehicle. The Carry your KEYLESS-GO key about your SmartKey must be located to the rear of the person.
Page 97 Trunk tions similar to these. This will prevent the Opening/closing automatically from unintentional opening/closing of the trunk. inside Dirt caused by road salt around sensors : Important safety notes may restrict functionality. Using the HANDS-FREE ACCESS with a WARNING prosthetic leg may restrict functionality. Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the trunk lid.
Page 98 Trunk Opening and closing You can also lock the glove box page 301). Deactivating the function to lock the trunk separately: Open the glove box. Push the switch to position :. If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk will also be unlocked. Unlocking the trunk (mechanical key) You can open and close the trunk lid from the ! The trunk lid swings upwards when...
Page 99: Side Windows
Side windows Slide the tip of the mechanical key into Press emergency release button : briefly. opening = and turn. The trunk lid unlocks and opens. The lock cover is levered off. The trunk lid can be unlocked with the trunk lid emergency release when the vehicle is stationary or while driving.
Page 100 Side windows Opening and closing the side win- becomes trapped, release the switch or press dows the switch to open the side window again. The switches for all side windows are located WARNING on the driver's door. There is also a switch for If children operate the side windows they the front-passenger side window on the front- could become trapped, particularly if they are...
Page 101 Side windows Before opening or closing the side win- Convenience closing feature dows, a check is carried out to see whether Important safety notes a valid SmartKey is in the vehicle, if: a side window switch is pressed or pulled WARNING When using the convenience closing feature, parts of the body could be trapped in the clos-...
Page 102 Side windows has been set correctly. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again. Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle until the side windows are fully closed. Make sure you only touch recessed sen- sor surface :.
Page 103 Panorama roof 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 104 Panorama roof opens again a little. The automatic reversing direction. You can stop automatic opera- feature is only an aid and is not a substitute tion by pressing or pulling again. for your attention when closing the roller sun- blind. WARNING The reversing feature especially does not react to soft, light and thin objects such as...
Page 105: Panorama Roof
Panorama roof Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the The high-voltage components of MAGIC SKY CONTROL are protected behind the head- ignition lock ( page 151). liner. Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point The MAGIC SKY CONTROL voltage trans- of resistance in the direction of arrow : former is stamped with a high-voltage sym- until the roller sunblind is fully closed.
Page 107 Useful information ......106 Correct driver's seat position ..106 Seats ..........107 Steering wheel ........114 Mirrors ..........117 Memory function ....... 120...
Page 108: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 107). Check whether you have adjusted seat = This Operator's Manual describes all properly ( page 108). models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of When adjusting the seat, make sure that: publication of the Operator's Manual.
Page 109: Seats
Seats Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mir- WARNING ror and the exterior mirrors in such a way If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you or that you have a good view of road and traf- other vehicle occupants could be trapped and fic conditions ( page 118).
Page 110: Adjusting The Seats
Seats heating should also not be used to dry position if it was previously in an unfavora- the seats. ble position ( page 61). clean the seat covers as recommended; To ensure the largest possible range of see "Interior care". seat settings, certain seat adjustment func- do not transport heavy loads on the tions will automatically activate other seat...
Page 111: Adjusting The Head Restraints
Seats ! Do not move the front-passenger seat Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- fully forwards if there are objects in the ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt parcel net in the front-passenger footwell. before starting the engine. The objects could otherwise be damaged.
Page 112 Seats Adjusting the rear seat head restraint To move forwards: pull the head restraint height mechanically (Coupe) forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages in the desired position. To move backwards: press and hold release button :. Push the head restraint back.
Page 113 Seats Folding the seat backrest back Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always ensure that the backrest Fold back the backrest horizontally until it is in an almost vertical position and that the engages. shoulder section of your seat belt is routed If the rear seat backrest is not engaged, this across the center of your shoulder.
Page 114 Seats Rear seats For vehicles equipped with the Warmth Com- fort package: the armrest in the door and the center console can also be heated when you switch on the seat heating of one of the front seats. This can be set with COMAND (see the separate operating instructions).
Page 115 Seats Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 116: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 117 Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Activating/deactivating Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 151). To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direction of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.
Page 118 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- heating has switched sumers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as not be switched on.
Page 119: Mirrors
Mirrors The driver's seat only moves backwards if it Mirrors is not already in the rearmost position. Rear-view mirror Position of the steering wheel and the driver's seat for driving The steering wheel and the driver's seat are moved to the previously set position if: the driver's door is closed and you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock you close the driver's door when the igni-...
Page 120 Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out electrically Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 151). ignition lock ( page 151).
Page 121 Mirrors the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as Immediately change out of clothing which soon as you lock the vehicle from the out- has come into contact with electrolyte. side. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical the exterior mirrors fold out automatically attention immediately.
Page 122 Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- ting tion lock ( page 151). Press button = for the exterior mirror on Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- the front-passenger side.
Page 123: Memory Function
Memory function Adjust the seat accordingly ( page 108). WARNING On the driver's side, adjust the steering Children could become trapped if they acti- wheel ( page 114) and the exterior mirrors vate the memory function, particularly when page 118). unattended.
Page 125 Useful information ......124 Exterior lighting ........ 124 Interior lighting ......... 129 Replacing bulbs ......... 130 Windshield wipers ......130...
Page 126: Useful Information
General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. In some coun-...
Page 127: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Canada only: Low-beam headlamps The daytime running lamps improve the visi- Even if the light sensor does not detect that it bility of your vehicle during the day. The day- is dark, the parking lamps and low-beam time running lamps function is required by law headlamps switch on when the ignition is in Canada.
Page 128 Exterior lighting The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- Combination switch ment cluster lights up when the high-beam Turn signal headlamps are switched on. To deactivate: move the combination switch back to its normal position. The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster goes out.
Page 129 Exterior lighting The hazard warning lamps automatically Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus switch on if: General notes an air bag is deployed or the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of above 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill The hazard warning lamps switch off auto- matically if the vehicle reaches a speed of above 6 mph (10 km/h) again after a full...
Page 130 Exterior lighting Important safety notes Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS on/off WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus does not rec- ognize road users: who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians who have poor lighting, e.g. cyclists whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a barrier In very rare cases, Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus may not recognize road users who do have lights, or may recognize them too late.
Page 131: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting users are recognize, the high-beam head- u To switch the rear interior lighting lamps are switched on. on/off If you are driving at speeds below approx- p To switch the right-hand front read- imately 16 mph (25 km/h) or the roads are ing lamp on/off adequately illuminated: The high-beam headlamps are switched off...
Page 132: Replacing Bulbs
Windshield wipers To activate/deactivate: press the | Crash-responsive emergency lighting button. The interior lighting is activated automatically When the automatic interior lighting con- if the vehicle is involved in an accident. trol is activated, the button is flush with the To switch off the crash-responsive overhead control panel.
Page 133: Windshield Wipers
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate the impact. wiping frequency is set automatically accord- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have ing to the intensity of the rain. In the Å the wiper blades changed at a qualified position, the rain sensor is more sensitive specialist workshop.
Page 134 Windshield wipers Replacing the wiper blades wiper blade in the direction of arrow : beyond the point of resistance. Moving the wiper arms to a vertical posi- The wiper blade engages in the removal tion position with an audible click. On vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: To remove a wiper blade: firmly press release knob ;...
Page 135 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
Page 137 Useful information ......136 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 136 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 138 Setting the air vents ......146...
Page 138: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems venience opening feature ( page 99). This Useful information will speed up the cooling process and the desired interior temperature will be This Operator's Manual describes all reached more quickly. models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of The integrated filter filters out most par- publication of the Operator's Manual.
Page 139: Overview Of Climate Control Systems
Overview of climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Sets climate control to automatic, left ( page 139) Sets the temperature, left ( page 140) Sets the airflow, left ( page 141) Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 143) Defrosts the windshield ( page 141) Calls up the COMAND climate control menu (see the separate operating instructions) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
Page 140 Operating the climate control systems ECO start/stop function Switching cooling with air dehumidi- fication on/off During automatic engine switch-off, the cli- mate control system only operates at a General notes reduced capacity. If you require the full cli- If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- mate control output, you can switch off the midification"...
Page 141: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the Á button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 142 Operating the climate control systems Setting the temperature switches back to automatic mode, the indi- cator lamp on the Ã rocker switch lights Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- up again. tion lock ( page 151). To increase or reduce: press the w rocker switch up or down.
Page 143 Operating the climate control systems The climate control system switches to the Setting the airflow following functions: General notes high airflow You can select different airflow settings for high temperature the driver's and front-passenger sides. air distribution to the windshield and front side windows Setting the airflow air-recirculation mode off...
Page 144 Operating the climate control systems Windows fogged up on the outside Activate the windshield wipers. Switch on automatic mode using the Ã rocker switch. If you clean the windows regularly, they do not fog up so quickly. Rear window defroster General notes The rear window defroster has a high current draw.
Page 145 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 ted prematurely or can- lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 146: Perfume Atomizer
If you refill an empty perfume vial, observe the take them to a special waste separate information sheet attached to the collection point. vial. ! If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- ers' safety notices on the perfume packag- ing.
Page 147 Operating the climate control systems Do not refill the pre-filled perfume vial when it is empty. Dispose of the used vial after use. To insert the perfume vial: open the glove box ( page 301). Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go.
Page 148 Setting the air vents Problems with the perfume atomizer Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle interior is The perfume vial has not been pushed into the holder as far as it not perfumed although will go. the perfume atomizer is Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go.
Page 149: Setting The Air Vents
Setting the air vents When the climate control system is activated, Center vent control, right the glove box can be ventilated, for instance Center vent control, left to cool its contents. The level of airflow Center air vent, left depends on the airflow and air distribution To open/close: press control = or ?.
Page 151 Useful information ......150 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............150 Driving ..........150 Automatic transmission ....159 Refueling ..........167 Parking ..........170 Driving tips ........174 Driving systems ........ 179...
Page 152: Useful Information
Driving Do not manually shift to a lower gear to Useful information brake the vehicle. Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Operator's Manual describes all pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- models and all standard and optional equip- down).
Page 153 Driving engine and maintain smooth engine oper- WARNING ation, avoid driving at full throttle when the Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage engine is cold. of the pedals, e.g.: shoes with thick soles SmartKey positions shoes with high heels slippers SmartKey There is a risk of an accident.
Page 154 Driving Key positions with the Start/Stop button the case if you are not depressing the brake pedal. If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi- ately. A check which periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey determines whether a valid Smart- Key is in the vehicle.
Page 155 Driving Removing the Start/Stop button WARNING You can remove the Start/Stop button from Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust the ignition lock and start the vehicle as nor- gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling mal using the SmartKey. these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There It is only possible to switch between Start/ is a risk of fatal injury.
Page 156: Pulling Away
Driving Starting procedure with the Start/Stop You can only start the engine via your smart- button phone if: the SmartKey or the Start/Stop button is The Start/Stop button can be used to start not inserted in the ignition lock the vehicle manually without inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
Page 157: Hill Start Assist
Driving Hill start assist is not active if: When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do you are pulling away on a level road or on a not simultaneously accelerate. downhill gradient. the transmission is in position N. Depress the accelerator carefully when pull- the electric parking brake is applied.
Page 158 Driving The ECO start/stop function is activated place a maximum of four times in a row (initial whenever you switch on the engine using the stop, then three subsequent stops). SmartKey or the Start/Stop button. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the number of If the engine has been switched off automat- consecutive automatic engine switch-offs is ically by the ECO start/stop function, the...
Page 159 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO To deactivate: in drive program C, press start/stop function ECO button :. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Switch to drive program S or M cles) page 163). Indicator lamp ; goes out. To activate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ;...
Page 160 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 161: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission position P, R, N or D appears in the transmis- Automatic transmission sion position display ( page 161) in the mul- Important safety notes tifunction display. WARNING Engaging park position P If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, ! If the engine speed is too high or the vehi- the vehicle could pull away suddenly.
Page 162 Automatic transmission page 193) and on DISTRONIC PLUS If the transmission is in position D or R: page 186). push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance. Engaging reverse gear R If the transmission is in position P: depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT ! Only shift the automatic transmission to R SELECT lever up or down to the first point of...
Page 163 Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles Release the electric parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the Smart- The current transmission position and drive Key in the ignition lock. program appear in the multifunction display. Engaging drive position D If the transmission is in position R or N: push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first point of resistance.
Page 164 Automatic transmission Transmission positions Driving tips Changing gear Park position Only shift the transmission into The automatic transmission shifts to the indi- position P when the vehicle is sta- vidual gears automatically when it is in trans- tionary ( page 170). The parking mission position D.
Page 165 Automatic transmission All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Program selector button cles) E Economy Comfortable, economical driving S Sport Sporty driving style You can also activate manual drive program M using the steering wheel paddle shifters page 164). In manual drive program M, you can briefly change gear yourself by using the steering wheel paddle shifters.
Page 166 Automatic transmission You can activate manual drive program M in the automatic transmission shifting up later. the E (C in AMG vehicles) and S automatic drive programs using steering wheel paddle the fuel consumption possibly being higher shifters : and ; ( page 164).
Page 167 Automatic transmission continue to accelerate, the automatic If manual drive program M has been deacti- transmission automatically shifts up in vated, the automatic transmission shifts into order to prevent engine damage. the automatic drive program that was last selected. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the automatic transmission will not shift up to the next You can also deactivate manual drive pro- gear when the engine speed is very low.
Page 168 Automatic transmission Press the program selector button If you slow down or stop without shifting page 163) repeatedly until M appears in down, the automatic transmission automati- cally shifts down. the multifunction display. Switching off the manual drive program Upshifting Press the program selector button ! In manual drive program M, the automatic page 163) repeatedly until C or S...
Page 169: 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 work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 170 Refueling If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel could spray If you or others come into contact with fuel, out when the fuel pump nozzle is removed. observe the following: For further information on fuel and fuel quality Wash away fuel from skin immediately page 401).
Page 171 Refueling Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :. The fuel filler flap swings up. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise and remove it. Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of fuel filler flap ;. Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and refuel.
Page 172 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 173: Parking
Parking If you switch the engine off with the trans- ! Always secure the vehicle correctly mission in position R or D, the automatic against rolling away. Otherwise, the vehicle or its drivetrain could be damaged. transmission shifts to N automatically. If you then open the driver's door or the To ensure that the vehicle is secured against front-passenger door or remove the Smart-...
Page 174: Electric Parking Brake
Parking Remove the Start/Stop button from the It may not be possible to release an applied ignition lock. parking brake if the on-board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in the system. Contact Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 175 Parking Applying automatically If your seat belt is not fastened, the following conditions must be fulfilled to automatically The electric parking brake is automatically release the electric parking brake: applied when the transmission is in position P the driver's door is closed. and: you have shifted out of transmission posi- the engine is switched off or...
Page 176: Drinking And Driving
Driving tips Drive sensibly – save fuel If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a Observe the following tips to save fuel: result of lack of use. The tires should always be inflated to the Visit a qualified specialist workshop and recommended tire pressure.
Page 177: Driving Tips
These factors are not included in the ECO dis- regular intervals and in accordance with the play. Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details The evaluation of your driving style is carried can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. out using the following three categories: Accel.
Page 178: Downhill Gradients
This can result in a significantly train. This type of damage is not covered by longer braking distance. the Mercedes-Benz warranty. In order to prevent any salt build-up, apply the brakes occasionally while paying atten- Heavy and light loads tion to the traffic conditions.
Page 179 Mercedes- brake pads/linings that have been Benz Center in advance. You could other- approved by Mercedes-Benz or that are of wise damage the drive train or the brake an equivalent standard of quality system.
Page 180: Winter Driving
Check the depth of any water before driving tion about this from your authorized through it. Drive slowly through standing Mercedes-Benz Center. water. Otherwise, water may enter the New and replaced brake pads and discs only vehicle interior or the engine compartment.
Page 181: Driving Systems
If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating autonomous driving. running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all around the vehicle are clear of snow. To elements of active and passive safety in one ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a well thought out system –...
Page 182 Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Do not use cruise control: speed in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on slippery road surfaces. Braking or accel- erating could cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle could then skid when there is poor visibility, e.g.
Page 183 Driving systems press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the pressure point. Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ; the last speed stored is increased or reduced. Cruise control is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal.
Page 184 Driving systems Any unauthorized modification to this DISTRONIC PLUS device could void the user's authority to General notes operate the equipment. DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and Canada only: This device complies with automatically helps you maintain the dis- RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is tance to the vehicle detected in front.
Page 185 Driving systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can Continue to drive carefully and be ready to be impaired if: brake, in particular when warned to do so by DISTRONIC PLUS. there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors WARNING there is snow or heavy rain...
Page 186 Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS pressure point for a higher speed, or down = for a lower speed. Activation conditions Every time the cruise control lever is In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the fol- pressed up or down, the last speed stored lowing conditions must be fulfilled: is increased or reduced.
Page 187 Driving systems vehicle is detected in front, your vehicle do not know the stored speed, store the accelerates to the set speed. desired speed again. The vehicle can also pull away when it is facing an unidentified obstacle or is driving on a different line from another vehicle.
Page 188 Driving systems If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle is front. The specified minimum distance is set accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted using the control on the cruise control lever. if changing lanes takes too long or if the dis- When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the tance between your vehicle and the vehicle in transmission is shifted automatically to posi-...
Page 189 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the instru- press the cruise control lever up : or ment cluster down ; to the pressure point. Every time the cruise control lever is Displays in the speedometer pressed up : or down ;, the last speed stored is increased or reduced.
Page 190 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS In the Assistance menu ( page 244) of the on-board computer, you can select the assis- tance graphics display. Select the Assistance Graphic function using the on-board computer page 243). Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- There are several ways to deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS: Briefly press the cruise control lever for-...
Page 191 Driving systems function display for approximately five sec- DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles onds. traveling on a different line. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short. Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Other vehicles changing lanes General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations:...
Page 192 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist Obstructions and stationary vehicles and Stop&Go Pilot General notes DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obsta- cles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and an obstacle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC Stop&Go Pilot aids you in keeping the vehicle PLUS will not brake for these.
Page 193 Driving systems braking in good time and for staying in your the lane markings change quickly, e.g. lane. lanes branch off, cross one another or merge DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot does not detect road and traf- the road is narrow and winding fic conditions.
Page 194 Driving systems Activating Steering Assist and Stop&Go Press button ;. Pilot Indicator lamp : goes out. The DTR+: Steering Assist. Off message appears in the multifunction display. Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are deactivated. When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated or not available, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are deactivated automatically.
Page 195 Driving systems Further information on deactivating the HOLD Make sure that the activation conditions function ( page 193). are met. Depress the brake pedal. ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function Quickly depress the brake pedal further is activated, the vehicle brakes automati- until : appears in the multifunction dis- cally in certain situations.
Page 196 Driving systems If a malfunction in the electric parking brake Crosswind Assist is active in the speed range occurs, then the transmission may also be between 50 mph (80 km/h) and shifted into position P automatically. 130 mph (210 km/h) when driving straight ahead or cornering gently.
Page 197 Driving systems While driving, the raised level can only be the vehicle load selected at speeds of under the force of the side wind 75 mph (120 km/h). Your selection remains stored even if you Setting the raised vehicle level remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
Page 198 Driving systems ble. The steering response behavior is bal- AMG vehicles: the AMG Ride Control anced. Select this mode if you favor a com- CURVE message appears in the multifunc- fortable driving style. tion display. Selecting the standard comfort mode sus- pension tuning ROAD SURFACE SCAN When indicator lamp ;...
Page 199: Vehicle Level
Driving systems Vehicle level the windshield is dirty, fogged up or cov- ered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity Setting the raised vehicle level of the camera the road surface has no texture or is reflec- tive, e.g. in the case of newly laid asphalt, concrete slabs or puddles the distance to the vehicle in front is too short...
Page 200 Driving systems Suspension tuning AMG vehicles: If indicator lamp ; is not lit: press but- General notes ton :. The Adaptive Damping System ADS PLUS Indicator lamp ; lights up. If the driving automatically controls the calibration of the speed is higher than 75 mph (120 km/h), dampers.
Page 201 PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when Damage of this sort is not covered by the you: Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All switch on the ignition wheels must remain either on the ground or shift the transmission to position D, R or N be fully raised.
Page 202: Warning Displays
Driving systems Rear sensors Center Approx. 48 in (approx. 120 cm) Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. 80 cm) Minimum distance Center Approx. 8 in (approx. 20 cm) Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand Corners Approx. 6 in (approx. side (example) 15 cm) If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warn-...
Page 203: Deactivating/Activating Parktronic
Driving systems mine which warning display is active when the engine is running. Transmission Warning display position Front area activated R, N or the vehicle Rear and front areas activated is rolling back- wards No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle.
Page 204 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 205: Detecting Parking Spaces
Driving systems Parking tips: WARNING On narrow roads, drive as close to the park- If there are objects above the detection range: ing space as possible. Active Park Assist may steer too early Parking spaces that are littered or over- the vehicle may not stop in front of these grown might be identified or measured objects...
Page 206 Driving systems er's side are displayed as soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is activated. When parking on the driver's side, this must remain switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel.
Page 207: Exiting A Parking Space
Driving systems To cancel the procedure: press the % warning tone sounds. The vehicle is now parked. The vehicle is kept stationary without button on the multifunction steering wheel the driver having to depress the brake pedal. or pull away. The braking effect is canceled when you depress the accelerator pedal.
Page 208: Canceling Active Parking Assist
Driving systems Active Parking Assist can only assist you with If you back up after activation, the steering exiting a parking space if you have parked the wheel is moved to the straight-ahead posi- vehicle parallel to the direction of travel using tion.
Page 209 Driving systems shows the Park Assist Canceled mes- Under the following circumstances, the rear sage. view camera will not function, or will function in a limited manner: When Active Parking Assist is canceled, you must steer and brake again yourself. if the trunk lid is open If a system malfunction occurs, the vehicle is in heavy rain, snow or fog...
Page 210 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the rear view camera To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Make sure that the Activation by R gear function is selected in COMAND (see separate operating instructions). Engage reverse gear. The rear view camera flap opens.
Page 211 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on .
Page 212 Driving systems ing space until yellow guide line ; reaches parking space marking :. Keep the steering wheel in that position and back up carefully. Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle White guide line without turning the steer- ing wheel...
Page 213: Object Detection
Driving systems Object detection top view and images from the rear-facing side cameras (rear wheel view) The rear view camera can detect moving and top view and images from the forward- stationary objects. If, for example, a pedes- facing side cameras (front wheel view) trian or another vehicle is detected, these When the function is active and you shift the objects are marked with bars.
Page 214 Driving systems The 360° camera will not function or will On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis, function in a limited manner: depending on technical conditions, leaving the standard height can result in: if the doors are open inaccuracies in the guide lines if the exterior mirrors are folded in inaccuracies in the display of generated if the trunk lid is open...
Page 215 Driving systems Activating the 360° camera with The 180° option is only available in the COMAND following views: Top view with picture from the rear view Press the Ø button in the center con- camera sole. The vehicle menu is displayed. Top view with picture from the front cam- To select the 360°...
Page 216 Driving systems Top view with picture from the rear view The distance specifications only apply to camera objects that are at ground level. Top view with picture from the front cam- Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Symbol for the split screen setting with Symbol for the split screen setting with...
Page 217 Driving systems 180° view Top view and enlarged rear view Symbol for the split screen setting with Symbol for the full screen setting with rear top view and rear view camera image view camera image enlarged Own vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approx- PARKTRONIC warning displays imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the 180°...
Page 218 Driving systems Important safety notes Displaying the attention level ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It might not always recognize fatigue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all. The system is not a substitute for a well-rested and attentive driver.
Page 219 Driving systems When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the As Traffic Sign Assist is a map-based system, é symbol appears in the multifunction traffic signs put up temporarily (e.g. near display in the assistance graphic display. roadworks) are not detected. When ATTENTION ASSIST has been deactiva- If a traffic sign that is relevant to your vehicle ted, it is automatically reactivated after the is passed, the display of the speed limits is...
Page 220 Driving systems Activating Traffic Sign Assist Speed limits in wet conditions Activate the Traffic Sign Assist display using the on-board computer page 245). If you have activated the Traffic Sign Assist display in the on-board computer, the traffic regulations (speed limits and overtaking restrictions) are displayed in the instrument cluster for five seconds respectively.
Page 221 Driving systems your driving style to suit the prevailing road Night View Assist Plus and traffic conditions. General notes The system may be impaired or may not func- tion if: if there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain, fog or spray if the windshield is dirty, fogged up or cov- ered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera...
Page 222 Driving systems Pedestrian recognition Night View Assist Plus can recognize larger animals such as deer, cows or horses using typical characteristics. The system does not detect: smaller animals, e.g. dogs and cats animals whose silhouette is not clearly rec- ognizable When detected, animals are marked with small color frame corners.
Page 223 Driving systems Activating the spotlight function Night View Assist Plus is working. The infra- red headlamps are deactivated at speeds The pedestrian detection with spotlight func- below 3 mph (5 km/h). The Night View tion is running the background. If the prereq- image continues to be displayed until you uisites are met, the spotlight function uses deactivate it by pressing button :.
Page 224 Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield is fogged up on the inside. Night View Assist Plus Fold down camera cover ( page 337). has deteriorated. Defrost the windshield ( page 141).
Page 225 Driving systems Monitoring area As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- WARNING uations. There is a risk of an accident. Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all Always observe the traffic conditions care- traffic situations and road users.
Page 226 Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, gray radar waves propagating backwards warnings may be issued in error when driv- appear next to the vehicle in the assistance ing close to crash barriers or similar solid display in the multifunction display.
Page 227 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist If a course-correcting brake application occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the General notes exterior mirror and a dual warning tone sounds. In addition, display ; underlining the danger of a side collision appears in the multifunction display.
Page 228 Driving systems Warning vibration in the steering wheel In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can: A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking. It will warn you by give an unnecessary warning and then means of intermittent vibration in the steer- make a course-correcting brake application ing wheel for up to 1.5 seconds.
Page 229 Driving systems you have adopted a sporty driving style with there is sufficient distance on the side for high cornering speeds or high rates of other traffic or obstacles. acceleration. ® is switched off. the transmission is not in position D. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has been detected and displayed.
Page 230 Driving systems page 243) are shown in green. Active The warning vibration occurs later if: Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use. the road has narrow lanes. To switch off: press button ;. you cut the corner on a bend. Indicator lamp : goes out.
Page 231 Useful information ......230 Important safety notes ..... 230 Displays and operation ..... 230 Menus and submenus ...... 235 Display messages ......251 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......285...
Page 232: Useful Information
Displays and operation Useful information operating safety of your vehicle may be impaired. There is a risk of an accident. This Operator's Manual describes all Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked models and all standard and optional equip- at a qualified specialist workshop immedi- ment of your vehicle available at the time of ately.
Page 233 Displays and operation The red band in the tachometer indicates the Operating the on-board computer engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine when the red band is reached. Outside temperature display You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point.
Page 234: Multifunction Display
Displays and operation Press and hold: Adjusts the volume Scrolls rapidly through all lists In the Radio Media menu: Mute selects a station, audio track or ó Switches on the Voice Control video scene using rapid scrolling System (see the separate oper- In the Telephone menu: starts...
Page 235: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus In the event of extreme sunlight, sections of page 127) the display may fade. This can be reversed by switching the head-up display off and on DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist again. and Stop&Go Pilot ( page 190) Additional speedometer Vehicles with the head-up display are...
Page 236 Displays and operation Standard displays in the head-up display The head-up display shows the following contents and information: Navigation messages Current speed Set DISTRONIC PLUS speed ( page 182) Cruise control set speed ( page 179) Detected traffic signs AMG displays in the head-up display AMG displays are available in Mercedes-AMG vehicles.
Page 237: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Upshift indicator Currently selected gear, gearshift options when shifting manually Setting options Settings menu ( page 244) You can make the following settings in the menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) head-up display submenu: page 249) adjust the position of the head-up display on the windshield ( page 247) Trip menu...
Page 238 Menus and submenus Trip computer "From Start" or "From Confirm by pressing a on the steering Reset" wheel. Press the : or 9 button to select the display with approximate range : and cur- rent fuel consumption ;. Approximate range : that can be covered is calculated according to your current driving style and the amount of fuel in the tank.
Page 239 Menus and submenus Digital speedometer You can reset the values of the following func- tions: Trip odometer "From Start" trip computer "From Reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From Start" trip computer are also reset.
Page 240 Menus and submenus Route guidance active Lane not recommended ?: you will not be able to complete the next change of direction No change of direction announced if you stay in this lane. Possible lane A: you will be able to complete the next change of direction in this lane only.
Page 241 Menus and submenus Change of direction with lane recommen- No route could be calculated to the selec- dation ted destination. You have reached the destination or an intermediate destination. Radio menu Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display Change-of-direction symbol Lane recommendation...
Page 242 Menus and submenus To select the frequency range or station Disc (CD/DVD) memory: press a briefly. SD memory card Press : or 9 to select the frequency Media Register range or station memory. USB storage device Press a to confirm the selection. ®...
Page 243 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm the selection. Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. To open the track list: press the : or To select a DVD single drive or DVD 9 button briefly. media: press a briefly. To select the next or previous track in The list containing the media sources the track list: press the : or 9 but-...
Page 244 Menus and submenus Selecting an entry in the phone book ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to COMAND, see the separate operating Press the ò button on the steering instructions. wheel to open the menu list. Press the ò button on the steering Press : or 9 on the steering wheel wheel to open the menu list.
Page 245: Service Menu
Menus and submenus Redialing DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 187) Spotlight function of Night View Assist The on-board computer saves the last names Plus ( page 247) or numbers dialed in the redial memory. Distance warning and the autonomous Press the ò button on the steering braking function COLLISION PREVEN- wheel to open the menu list.
Page 246: Settings Menu
Menus and submenus ® Settings menu For further information about ESP , see page 73). Introduction Start the engine. Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu.
Page 247 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. Confirm by pressing a on the steering The current selection appears. wheel. To activate/deactivate: press a Use : or 9 to select the DriveAs‐ again. sist submenu. Press a to confirm your selection. If Night View Assist Plus automatic activation Press the 9 or : button to select is switched on, the night vision image is auto-...
Page 248 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind Spot For further information about ATTENTION Assist ASSIST, see ( page 215). Press the ò button on the steering Activating/deactivating Active Lane wheel to open the menu list. Keeping Assist Press : or 9 on the steering wheel Press the ò...
Page 249 Menus and submenus selected contents then appear in the head-up Press a to confirm. display. Press the : or 9 button to select the In Mercedes-AMG vehicles, you can also Position function. choose between two AMG displays. If you Press the a button to save the setting. select an AMG display, the head-up display Press : or 9 to adjust the position shows AMG-specific contents.
Page 250 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Press the ò button on the steering wheel. wheel to open the menu list. Press the : or 9 button on the steer- Press : or 9 to select the Lights submenu.
Page 251 Menus and submenus Press ò on the steering wheel to open AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) the menu list. WARMUP Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Press : or 9 to select the Instru‐...
Page 252 Menus and submenus SETUP Drive program C, ® mode (ON/OFF) Suspension setting (SPORT/COMFORT) Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press the : or 9 button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu.
Page 253: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 254 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ® BAS (Brake Assist), PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Currently Unavail‐ Assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping able See Opera‐...
Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted.
Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist, Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavail‐ and Active Blind Spot are unavailable due to a malfunction. able See Opera‐...
Page 257 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, ® PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist, Crosswind Assist, ÷ STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are unavailable due to a malfunction.
Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. (USA The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. only) (Canada To apply: only) Switch the ignition off. Parking Brake See Press the electric parking brake handle for at least ten seconds. Operator's Manual Shift the selector lever to position P.
Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten sec- onds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
Page 260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) (USA or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten sec- onds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. only) (Canada It then goes out or remains lit.
Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. USA only: the red $ brake system warning lamp also lights up Check Brake Pad while the engine is running. Wear Visit a qualified specialist workshop. One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunc- tioning.
Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE Functions ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Currently Limited Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐ function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio sta- tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
Page 263 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- Radar Sensors Dirty See Opera‐ tems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: tor's Manual ® PRE-SAFE PLUS ® PRE-SAFE Brake COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS Active Lane Keeping Assist Active Blind Spot Assist...
Page 264: Airbag Malfunction
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. SRS Malfunction WARNING Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even Front Passenger Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's Man‐ an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 266 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see ( page 54). Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Airbag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the sys-...
Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Disabled See Operator's Manual must not appear in the multifunction display. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary sys- tem checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the mul- tifunction display.
Page 268 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Turn Signal Check Front Right Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective.
Page 269 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Parking Lamp Check Front Right Parking Lamp The left or right-hand backup lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are driving with low-beam headlamps switched off. Turn the light switch to position L or Ã. Switch On Headlamps Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is faulty. Assist Plus Inoper‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Page 272 Have the engine checked at a qualified specialist workshop if you need to add engine oil more often than usual. Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 273 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: The engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage.
Page 274 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone ATTENTION ASSIST: also sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
Page 275 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¨ The AIRMATIC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling char- acteristics may be affected. Malfunction Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ABC Malfunction The Active Body Control (ABC) vehicle level is too low.
Page 276 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inop- Active Lane Keep‐ ing Assist Cur‐ erative. rently Unavailable Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐ the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
Page 277 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The driver's door is open. Park Assist Can‐ celed Repeat the parking gap measurement and parking process with the driver's door closed. You touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering inter- vention was active.
Page 278 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Night View Assist Plus is faulty. Night View Assist Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Spotlight Inopera‐ Night View Assist Plus is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. tive Possible causes are: the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. the camera in the radiator trim is dirty.
Page 279 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS is operational again after having been tempo- DISTRONIC PLUS Now Available rarily unavailable. You can now reactivate DISTRONIC PLUS page 182). DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative.
Page 280 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. DTR+: Steering 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 281 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Please Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Tire Pressure pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 369).
Page 282 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The Warning Tire Mal‐ function wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. WARNING Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
Page 283 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Shift to 'P' or You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in 'N' to Start Engine position R or D. Shift the selector lever to position P or N. Apply Brake to You have attempted to shift the selector lever to position D, R or N Shift from 'P'...
Page 284 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot shift into the transmission position R due to a mal- Reversing Not Pos‐ sible Service function. Required The transmission positions P, N or D continue to be available. A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 285 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The driver's or front passenger's seat backrest is not engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Lock Seat Backrest Push the backrest back until it engages. Front Left Lock Seat Backrest Front Right Ð...
Page 286 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â The SmartKey battery is discharged. Change the battery ( page 86). Replace Key Battery Â The SmartKey is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. Don't Forget Your This display message is displayed in the multifunction display for a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder.
Page 287: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster General notes Some systems carry out a self-diagnosis when the ignition is switched on. Therefore, some indicator and warning lamps may light up or flash temporarily. This behavior is non-critical. These indicator and warning lamps only indicate a malfunction if they light up or flash after starting the engine or whilst driving.
Page 288 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 289 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 engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 290 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 deactivated due to a malfunction. Therefore BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVEN- ®...
Page 291 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. A warning tone also sounds. EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS with ®...
Page 292 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake warning lamp, the ÷! ® yellow ESP warning lamp and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running.
Page 293 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 is lit while the engine is running. ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ®...
Page 294 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only) or ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
Page 295 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 296 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 lights up while the engine is running and the coolant temperature gage is at the start of the bar display. The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gage is defective.
Page 297 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 298 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes page 328).
Page 299 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 is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires.
Page 300 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 301 Useful information ......300 Stowage areas ........300 Features ..........304...
Page 302: Loading Guidelines
Stowage areas Useful information Always be particularly careful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow these components to cool down before touch- This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ing them. ment of your vehicle available at the time of The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- publication of the Operator's Manual.
Page 303 Stowage areas To lock: insert the mechanical key into the Close lockable stowage compartments lock and turn it 90° clockwise to position while driving. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, To unlock: insert the mechanical key into hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too the lock and turn it 90°...
Page 304 Stowage areas Stowage space in the rear Stowage compartment under the armrest Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest To open: press button : or ; and fold the armrest to the left or right. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a USB To open: fold down the seat armrest.
Page 305 Stowage areas Trunk To open: fold down the rear armrest. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;. There are four parcel net hooks in the trunk. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a DVD player is installed instead of a stowage com- Stowage well under the trunk floor partment.
Page 306 Features Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around in these or in similar situa- tions. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage compartments, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close lockable stowage compartments while driving. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too large in the trunk.
Page 307 Features To insert: make sure that the protective Sun visors flap is closed. Overview Insert the cup holder and slide catch : back. WARNING You can remove the cup holder and the rub- If the mirror cover of the vanity mirror is folded ber mat for cleaning.
Page 308 Features Fold down sun visor :. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 151). Pull sun visor : out of retainer ;. To extend or retract: briefly press but- Swing sun visor : to the side. ton :.
Page 309 Features The sockets can be used for accessories with In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- the hot cigarette lighter falls ries include such items as chargers for mobile a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to phones.
Page 310 Features Using the coolbox To open: open the stowage compartment page 302). Open socket cover : or ;. To close: close the cover of the stowage compartment. Socket in the trunk Vehicles with rear seat armrest: fold down the rear seat armrest. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;.
Page 311 If you do not need to use the coolbox for an Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center extended period you should switch it off, at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) defrost it and clean it. After doing so, leave or 1-866-990-9007 the lid open for a time.
Page 312: Emergency Call
You cannot end an automatically triggered emergency call yourself. Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact An emergency call can also be initiated man- the following service hotlines: ually.
Page 313 To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- Making an emergency call side Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active. Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display.
Page 314 To call MB Info: press MB Info call but- the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance ton :. Center and the vehicle occupants. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz From the remote malfunction diagnosis, the Customer Assistance Center. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center...
Page 315 Downloading destinations gives you access ï is flashing continuously. to a database with over 15 million points of no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz interest (POIs). These can be downloaded on Customer Assistance Center was estab- the navigation system in your vehicle. If you lished.
Page 316 Go to the website http:// maps.google.com and enter a destination If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles address into the entry field. with mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: To send the destination address to the...
Page 317 The vehicle can be immediately remotely If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for locked within four days of the ignition being longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz turned off. After this time, remote closing may Customer Assistance Center is automatically be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes.
Page 318 Features Press the button to confirm the mes- Information on the data stored in the vehicle sage. page 28). Information on Roadside Assistance When the Vehicle Diagnostics page 24). Please Start Ignition message appears: turn the SmartKey to position 2 in Downloading routes the ignition lock ( page 151).
Page 319 You can specify up to ten areas simultane- phone assistance services: ously. Different settings are possible for each area. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance These settings can be called up under "Own- Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes ers Online" at http://www.mbusa.com. Canada: Customer Service at...
Page 320 Features lamp : will only light up yellow after ten When using the integrated garage door seconds have elapsed. opener, always make sure that nobody is Release button ;, = or ?. Indicator within the range of movement of the garage lamp : flashes yellow.
Page 321 Features gramming of additional remote controls", Press button B of garage door remote before carrying out the following steps. control A for two seconds, then release it for two seconds. Your vehicle must be within reach of the garage door or gate opener drive. Make sure Press button B again for two seconds.
Page 322 Features Clearing the memory When programming, hold remote control A at varying distances and angles from the Make sure that you clear the memory of the button which you are programming. Try var- integrated garage door opener before selling ious angles at a distance between 2and the vehicle.
Page 323 Features Press studs : onto retainers ; until you hear them engage. To remove: pull the floormat from retain- ers ;. Remove the floormat. Infrared reflective windshield The infrared reflecting glass prevents the vehicle interior from becoming too hot. It also blocks radio waves up into the gigahertz range.
Page 325 Useful information ......324 Engine compartment ......324 ASSYST PLUS ........330 Care ............ 331...
Page 326 Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.
Page 327 Engine compartment ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are Engine oil not folded away from the windshield. You General notes could otherwise damage the windshield wipers or the hood. Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km).
Page 328 Engine compartment Example Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide tube. Wipe off oil dipstick :. Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again. If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX mark ;, the oil level is correct.
Page 329 Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the on-board computer (Mercedes-AMG S 65 models) Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus. Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Service menu.
Page 330 Check the oil level again with the oil dip- Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service stick ( page 325). Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Further information on engine oil center. page 403). Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
Page 331: Washer System
Wear eye and hand protection when If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- opening the cap. Open the cap slowly half a ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. turn to allow pressure to escape. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 332 Use ò on the steering wheel to call up You can obtain further information from an the list of menus. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Press the 9 or : button on the steer- ing wheel to select the...
Page 333: Special Service Requirements
Use care products and cleaning agents rec- be checked more often. Further information ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Washing the vehicle and cleaning the paintwork...
Page 334 Care To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- position D or R the automatic transmis- tion in the following or other similar situa- sion will automatically switch to park tions: position P and block the wheels.
Page 335: Power Washers
Use a soft sponge to clean. trim Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car ventilation slots shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Damaged seals or electrical components Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a can lead to leaks or failures.
Page 336 Mercedes-Benz. Use only insect remover and car shampoo This is the case approximately every three to from the range of approved Mercedes-Benz five months, depending on the climate con- care products. ditions and the care product used.
Page 337 This agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or can lead to corrosion damage and damage cleaning cloths. to electronic components.
Page 338 Care To select Rear View Camera: turn and press the controller. To select Open Camera Cover: turn and press the controller. The rear view camera cover opens. To clean the rear view camera: use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens :.
Page 339: Interior Care
Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Interior care Fold down the camera cover by recess :. Cleaning the display...
Page 340: Selector Lever
Cleaning the camera in the radiator trim selector lever Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- ments ! Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, pol- ishes or waxes.
Page 341 Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- These are characteristics of leather and not ing agents recommended and approved by material defects. Mercedes-Benz. Seat covers of other materials ! Observe the following when cleaning: clean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1% detergent (e.g.
Page 343 Useful information ......342 Where will I find...? ......342 Flat tire ..........342 Battery (vehicle) ........ 347 Jump-starting ........351 Towing and tow-starting ....354 Fuses ..........356...
Page 344: Useful Information
Flat tire Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 345: Flat Tire
Flat tire Secure the vehicle against rolling away MOExtended tires may only be used in con- page 170). junction with an active tire pressure monitor. If a pressure loss warning message If possible, bring the front wheels into the appears in the multifunction display: straight-ahead position.
Page 346 Flat tire TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not WARNING feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tires. In the following situations, the tire sealant is A TIREFIT kit may be obtained from a quali- unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- fied specialist workshop.
Page 347 Flat tire Using the TIREFIT kit Remove the cap from valve C on the faulty tire. Do not remove any foreign objects which Screw filler hose D onto valve C. have penetrated the tire, e.g. screws or nails. Insert connector ? into a 12 V socket page 307) in your vehicle.
Page 348 Flat tire Tire pressure not reached Therefore, place the filler hose in the plastic bag which contained the TIREFIT kit. If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Environmental note Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of Switch off the tire inflation compressor.
Page 349: Battery (Vehicle)
Battery (vehicle) lead to function restrictions applying to safety-relevant systems, e.g the lighting sys- tem, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) or the ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted. You could lose control of the vehicle, for example: when braking in the event of abrupt steering maneuvers...
Page 350 Battery (vehicle) WARNING collection point for used bat- teries. During the charging process, a battery produ- ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or ! Have the battery checked regularly at a sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can qualified specialist workshop.
Page 351: Charging The Battery
Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation while charging and jump-starting. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Do not lean over a battery. mends that you only use batteries which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by WARNING Mercedes-Benz.
Page 352 Never charge the battery if it is still installed in the vehicle, unless you use a battery charger which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes- Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory.
Page 353: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. All vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles: WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Page 354 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 355 Jump-starting Position number D identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Slide cover C of positive terminal = in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal = on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery D using the jumper cable.
Page 356 Towing and tow-starting ! When COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Towing and tow-starting PLUS, DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD func- Important safety notes tion is activated, the vehicle brakes auto- matically in certain situations. To avoid WARNING damage to the vehicle, deactivate these Functions relevant to safety are restricted or systems in the following or similar situa- no longer available if:...
Page 357: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye If the automatic transmission cannot be shif- ted to position N, have the vehicle transpor- Unscrew and remove the towing eye. ted on a transporter or trailer. Attach cover : to the bumper and press The battery must be connected and charged.
Page 358 Fuses tion switch, the hazard warning lamp starts Notes on 4MATIC vehicles flashing again. ! Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission. Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised Vehicles with 4MATIC may either be towed away with both axles on the ground or be loa-...
Page 359: Fuses
! When closing the cover, make sure that it ! Only use fuses that have been approved is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair have the correct fuse rating for the system the operation of the fuses.
Page 360 Fuses Open the front-passenger door. Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box. Fold cover : down and remove it. Undo screws = on the fuse box. Remove fuse box cover ? forwards. Fuse box in the engine compartment To close: check whether the seal is lying correctly in cover ?.
Page 361 Fuses Open the trunk lid. To open: release cover : at the top right and left-hand sides with a flat object. Open cover : downwards in the direction of the arrow. The fuse allocation chart is located in a recess at the side of the fuse box. You can find the corresponding fuse rating and fuse type on the fuse allocation chart.
Page 363 Useful information ......362 Important safety notes ..... 362 Operation ........... 362 Winter operation ....... 364 Tire pressure ........365 Loading the vehicle ......372 All about wheels and tires ....376 Changing a wheel ......383 Wheel and tire combinations ... 388...
Page 364: Useful Information
Operator's Manual. Accessories that are not approved for your Country-specific differences are possible. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being Please note that your vehicle may not be used correctly can impair the operating equipped with all features described. This safety.
Page 365 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
Page 366: Winter Operation
Do not drive with tires which have too little nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept tread depth, as this significantly reduces responsibility for this type of damage. the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning).
Page 367: Tire Pressure
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding ing and braking, may be greatly impaired. standard of quality. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 368 Tire pressure If necessary, correct the tire pressure. The specifications on the sample Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pres- sure tables are examples. Tire pressure specifications are vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data shown here. The tire pressure specifications that are valid for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pres-...
Page 369 Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 370 Tire pressure Maximum tire pressures Underinflated or overinflated tires Underinflated tires WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can over- heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- ular wear, which can severely impair the brak- ing properties and the driving characteristics.
Page 371: Tire Pressure Monitor
Tire pressure Important safety notes Read the tire pressure and compare it to the recommended value on the Tire and WARNING Loading Information placard or the tire Each tire, including the spare (if provided), pressure table ( page 365). should be checked at least once every two If the tire pressure is too low, increase the weeks when cold and inflated to the pressure tire pressure to the recommended value.
Page 372 Tire pressure icantly too low. The tire pressure monitor is minated, the system may not be able to detect not malfunctioning. or signal low tire pressure as intended. if the warning lamp flashes for around a TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of minute and then remains lit constantly, the reasons, including the installation of incom- tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning.
Page 373 Tire pressure Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ rectified after a few minutes of driving, and sure the tire pressures are displayed for the cor- rect positions. Press the a button. The current tire pressure of each tire is Restarting the tire pressure monitor shown in the multifunction display.
Page 374 Loading the vehicle will be displayed in the multifunction dis- your vehicle. Never overload the tires by play. exceeding the maximum load. Press the : button. Two instruction labels on your vehicle show Use Current Pressures as New the maximum possible load. Reference Values message appears in the multifunction display.
Page 375: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be Maximum permissible gross vehicle found on the Tire and Loading Information weight rating placard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustra- tion are examples. The number of seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from the details shown.
Page 376 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). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 372).
Page 377: Vehicle Identification Plate
Loading the vehicle Weight of the occupants Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 190 lbs (86 kg) Occupant 3: 150 lbs (68 kg) Total weight of all occupants: 540 lbs (245 kg) Step 3 Permissible load (maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Informa- tion placard minus the gross weight of all occupants): 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò...
Page 378 Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum The actual values for tires are vehicle- tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter specific and may deviate from the values in tires.
Page 379: All About Wheels And Tires
All about wheels and tires on surfaces that are not icy or covered with Tire labeling snow. Take appropriate care when driving. Overview Further information on winter tires (M+S tires) ( page 364). Temperature WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
Page 380 All about wheels and tires Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of Therefore, only use tire types and sizes over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in approved for your vehicle model. Observe the the size description, depending on the man- tire load rating and speed rating required for ufacturer (e.g.
Page 381 All about wheels and tires Index Speed rating Index Speed rating up to 168 mph (270 km/h) up to 130 mph (210 km/h) H M+S up to 186 mph (300 km/h) up to 149 mph (240 km/h) V M+S ZR...Y up to 186 mph (300 km/h) Not all tires with the M+S marking provide ZR...(..Y)
Page 382 All about wheels and tires ter that identifies the speed rating page 377). If no specification is given: no text (as in the example above), represents a standard load (SL) tire XL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced tire Light Load: represents a light load tire C, D, E: represents a load range that depends on the maximum load that the tire can carry at a certain pressure...
Page 383 All about wheels and tires Tire characteristics government. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. Recommended tire pressures The recommended tire pressure applies to the tires mounted at the factory. The Tire and Loading Information placard con- tains the recommended tire pressures for cold tires on a fully loaded vehicle and for the maximum permissible vehicle speed.
Page 384 All about wheels and tires GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) Maximum load on one tire The GVWR is the maximum permissible gross Maximum load on one tire. This is calculated weight of a fully loaded vehicle (the weight of by dividing the maximum axle load of one axle the vehicle including all accessories, occu- by two.
Page 385: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel performance battery, are not included in the Rotating the wheels curb weight and the weight of the accesso- WARNING ries. Interchanging the front and rear wheels may TIN (Tire Identification Number) severely impair the driving characteristics if This is a unique identifier which can be used the wheels or tires have different dimensions.
Page 386 Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from Direction of rotation rolling away Tires with a specified direction of rotation have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk of hydroplaning. These advantages can only be gained if the tires are installed correspond- ing to the direction of rotation.
Page 387 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 388 :. The tightening torque must be 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Note that the hub cap should be tight- ened to the specified torque of 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Mercedes-Benz recommends Position jack A at jacking point ?.
Page 389 "Changing a wheel" sec- tion ( page 383). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been...
Page 390: Lowering The Vehicle
Wheel and tire combinations approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, you should pro- ceed carefully and get a second person assist to you.
Page 391: Wheel And Tire Combinations
MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended in the tire pressure table on the inside of the (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) fuel filler flap MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- Observe the notes on recommended tire tain AMG tires) pressures under various operating conditions Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires page 365).
Page 392 Wheel and tire combinations winter tires may deviate from that of the standard tires. This is dependent on the model and the equipment installed at the factory. The tires and wheel rims, as well as further information, can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 393 Wheel and tire combinations Tires S 550 4MATIC Summer tires R 18 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) 4, 2 RA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) R 19 Tires...
Page 394 Wheel and tire combinations R 20 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm) 4, 2 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.71 in (43.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL...
Page 395 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires R 18 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) RA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+S i RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) R 19 Tires...
Page 396 Wheel and tire combinations R 20 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 FA: 255/40 ZR20 (101 Y) XL Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) 2, 6 RA: 285/35 ZR20 (104 Y) XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 FA: 255/40 ZR20 (101 Y) XL...
Page 397 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes-AMG S 65 Summer tires R 20 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 FA: 255/40 ZR20 (101 Y) XL Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) 2, 6 RA: 285/35 ZR20 (104 Y) XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2...
Page 399 Useful information ......398 Information regarding technical data ............ 398 Vehicle electronics ......398 Identification plates ......399 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 400 Vehicle data ........406...
Page 400: Useful Information
! Engine management measures under- installing. taken to increase performance can lead to Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- increased wear and tear or damage to the mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- drive system. tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 401: Identification Plates
Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at Identification plates the base of the antenna must not exceed the Vehicle identification plate with vehi- following values: cle identification number (VIN) Waveband Maximum transmission output Short wave 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W 74 - 78 MHz...
Page 402: Service Products And Filling Capaci- Ties
Service products and filling capacities The data shown on the vehicle identifica- Engine number tion plate is used only as an example. This data is different for every vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle identification plate.
Page 403: Tank Capacity
If you or others come into contact with fuel, Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- observe the following: tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Wash away fuel from skin immediately Operator's Manual in the appropriate section. using soap and water.
Page 404 Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can mended by Mercedes-Benz. Comply with obtain further information from any author- the instructions for use on the product ized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 405 400). The engine oils are matched to the perform- ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems.
Page 406 The coolant is checked with every main- Further information on coolants can be tenance interval at a qualified specialist found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications workshop. for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at...
Page 407 12.8 US qt (12.1 l) member. ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG Windshield washer system oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. The approved PAG oil may not be Important safety notes mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
Page 408: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Warning symbols : indicate: Dimensions and weights possible dangers having service work carried out at a quali- fied specialist workshop Filling capacities Model Refrigerant All models 23.3 ± 0.4 oz (660 ± 10 g) Model PAG oil Model : Opening height Mercedes-AMG 3.5 oz...
Page 409 Vehicle data Model Turning radius Mercedes-AMG 39.0 ft (11.90 m) S 63 4MATIC All other models 38.1 ft (11.60 m)

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