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Mercedes-Benz 2013 C-Class Coupe Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 C-Class Coupé Owner's Manual Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only...
  • Page 2 Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: WARNING Warning notes make you aware dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz The technical documentation team at Daimler AG wishes you safe and pleasant Before you first drive off, read this Owner's motoring. Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warn- ing notices in this manual.

  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 25 Safety ........... 47 Opening and closing ......81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors . . 103 Lights and windscreen wipers ..117 Climate control ......... 133 Driving and parking ......147 On-board computer and displays ..

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Adaptive Highbeam Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Display message (12-button mul- 12-button multifunction steering tifunction steering wheel) ....258 wheel Function/notes ......123 Operating the on-board computer . 220 Switching on/off ....123, 124 Overview .......... 41 Adaptive Main-beam Assist 12 V socket Switching on/off (on-board com- see Socket...
  • Page 7 Index Assistance graphic (on-board com- Driving tips ........160 puter, 12-button multifunction Emergency running mode ....165 steering wheel) ........228 Kickdown ........160 ASSYST PLUS Manual drive program ....163 Displaying a service message ..312 Overview ........158 Hiding a service message ....
  • Page 8 Index Opening (automatically from inside) ..........93 Bag hook ..........297 Opening (automatically from out- Ball coupling side) ..........92 Folding in ........212 Boot lid Folding out ........211 Display message (12-button mul- BAS (Brake Assist System) ....71 tifunction steering wheel) ....
  • Page 9 Index Reversing lamps ......129 Standing lamps ......127 Calling up a fault Children see Display messages child seat lock ........62 In the vehicle ........59 see Vehicle Restraint systems ......59 Care Child seat Automatic car wash ....... 319 Automatic recognition .....
  • Page 10 Index Switching the ZONE function on/ Cornering light function off ..........138 Display message (12-button mul- THERMATIC automatic climate tifunction steering wheel) ....255 control (2-zone) ......135 Display message (4-button multi- Clock function steering wheel) ....252 Setting (4-button multifunction Function/notes ......
  • Page 11 Index Switching on/off (on-board com- KEYLESS-GO ........278 puter, 4-button multifunction Lights ..........252 steering wheel) ......218 Safety systems ......242 Switching on/off (switch) ....119 Tyres ..........270 Declarations of conformity ....27 Vehicle ........... 273 Distance recorder Delayed switch-off Exterior lighting (12-button multi- 12-button multifunction steering...
  • Page 12 Index Driving abroad DISTRONIC PLUS ......186 Service24h ........313 Downhill gradient ......172 Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 118 Driving abroad ....... 118 Driving on flooded roads ....173 Driving in winter ......174 Driving safety system Driving on flooded roads ....173 Driving on wet roads ......
  • Page 13 Index Important safety notes ....153 Checking the oil level using the Introduction ........153 dipstick .......... 316 Electrical fuses Display message (12-button mul- see Fuses tifunction steering wheel) ....262 Electromagnetic compatibility Display message (4-button multi- Declaration of conformity ....27 function steering wheel) ....
  • Page 14 Index Parking position ......114 Grade (petrol) ........ 374 Resetting ........113 Important safety notes ....373 Storing settings (memory function) 115 Notes for AMG vehicles ....374 Problem (malfunction) ....168 Quality (diesel) ....... 375 Refuelling ........165 Fault message Tank content/reserve fuel .....
  • Page 15 Gearshift program steering wheel) ........ 36 SETUP (on-board computer) ..237 SPORT handling mode ....285 Indicator lamps Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 25 Glove compartment ......295 see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators see Turn signals Insect protection on the radiator ..315...
  • Page 16 Index Jack Lamps Storage location ......329 see Warning and indicator lamps Using ..........358 Lane detection (automatic) Jump starting (engine) ...... 338 see Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist Activating/deactivating ....230 Display message (12-button mul- tifunction steering wheel) ....265 Changing the battery .......
  • Page 17 Matt finish (cleaning instructions) . . 321 DISTRONIC PLUS ......180 Memory card (audio) ......225 Variable SPEEDTRONIC ....177 Memory function ....... 115 Limiting the speed Mercedes-Benz Service Centre see SPEEDTRONIC see Qualified specialist workshop Loading guidelines ......294 Message memory Locking...
  • Page 18 Index Multifunction display Convenience submenu ....235 4-button multifunction steering DISTRONIC PLUS ......185 wheel ..........217 Important safety notes ....216 Permanent display (12-button Instrument cluster submenu ..230 multifunction steering wheel) ..231 Lights submenu ......231 Multi-function display Menu overview ......
  • Page 19 Index Operating instructions Parking Guidance Vehicle equipment ......26 Display message (12-button mul- Operating safety tifunction steering wheel) ....266 Declaration of conformity ....27 Important safety notes ....194 Important safety note ...... 26 Trailer towing ......... 196 Operating system Parking lamp see On-board computer Display message (12-button mul-...
  • Page 20 Index Protection of the environment Rear window heating General notes ........25 Problem (fault) ....... 140 Pulling away Switching on/off ......139 Automatic transmission ....152 Refuelling Manual transmission ...... 152 Fuel gauge ........34 Important safety notes ....165 Notes for AMG vehicles ....
  • Page 21 Index Reversing function Display message (4-button multi- Boot lid ..........91 function steering wheel) ....245 Roller sunblind ......... 99 Fastening ......... 57 Reversing lamp Important safety guidelines ..... 56 Changing bulbs ......129 Rear seat belt status indicator ..58 Display message (12-button mul- Releasing .........
  • Page 22 Index Sidebag ..........53 Segments ........220 Side lamps Selecting the unit of measurement 230 Changing bulbs ......127 see Instrument cluster Switching on/off ......120 SPEEDTRONIC Side marker lamp Deactivating variable ..... 178 Display message (12-button mul- Display message (12-button mul- tifunction steering wheel) ....
  • Page 23 Index Steering wheel gearshift paddles ..161 Tyres/wheels ......... 361 Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....237 Vehicle data ........380 Stowage areas ........294 Telephone Accepting a call ......226 Stowage compartments Display message (12-button mul- Armrest (under) ......295 tifunction steering wheel) ....278 Centre console ......
  • Page 24 Index Towing a trailer Trip computer Active Blind Spot Assist ....206 On-board computer (12-button Active Lane Keeping Assist ..203, 209 multifunction steering wheel) ..222 Axle load, permissible ....382 On-board computer (4-button Bulb failure indicator for LED lamps 213 multifunction steering wheel) ..
  • Page 25 Index Warning lamp ......... 291 Securing from rolling away .... 357 Warning message ......354 Towing away ........340 Tyres Tow-starting ........340 Changing a wheel ......356 Transporting ........342 Checking ........347 Unlocking (in an emergency) ... 90 Direction of rotation ......
  • Page 26 Index Cleaning ......... 320 Cleaning (warning) ......356 ZONE function Emergency spare wheel ....365 Switching on/off ......138 Fitting a new wheel ......359 Fitting a wheel ....... 357 Important safety notes ....346 Removing a wheel ......359 Storing ...........

  • Page 27: Returning An End-Of-Life Vehicle

    EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your old vehicle takes the requirements of both nature and to dispose of it in an environmentally-respon- humanity into consideration.

  • Page 28: Vehicle Equipment

    Use The original purchase contract documenta- only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of tion for your vehicle contains a list of all of the equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and systems in your vehicle.

  • Page 29: Declarations Of Conformity

    Directive 1999/5/EC. You can obtain further information from any There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. the vehicle makes contact with the ground, e.g. on a high kerb or a loose...

  • Page 30: Qualified Specialist Workshop

    Connecting equipment to the diagnostics ership. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz connection can lead to emissions monitoring Service Centre, for example. information being reset, for example. This...

  • Page 31: Copyright

    The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements.
  • Page 33 Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster (4-button steer- ing wheel) ..........34 Instrument cluster (12-button steering wheel) ........37 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 40 Centre console ........42 Overhead control panel ...... 44 Door control panel ......45...
  • Page 34 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Automatic transmission: Ignition lock steering wheel gearshift Start/Stop button paddles Adjusts the steering wheel Combination switch manually Instrument cluster (4-but- Adjusts the steering wheel ton steering wheel) electrically Instrument cluster (12-but- Cruise control lever ton steering wheel) Parking brake Horn...
  • Page 35 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Releases the parking brake PARKTRONIC warning dis- Opens the bonnet play Diagnostics connection Combination switch Ignition lock Instrument cluster (4-but- Start/Stop button ton steering wheel) Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster (12-but- manually ton steering wheel) Adjusts the steering wheel...

  • Page 36: Fuel Gauge

    Instrument cluster (4-button steering wheel) Instrument cluster (4-button steering wheel) Displays and controls Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Fuel gauge Time Automatic transmission: Coolant temperature Outside temperature (vehi- Speedometer cles for the United King- dom: speed in km/h) Rev counter HOLD function ECO start/stop function...
  • Page 37 Instrument cluster (4-button steering wheel) Instrument cluster: miles Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Fuel gauge Time Automatic transmission: Coolant temperature Outside temperature (vehi- Speedometer cles for the United King- dom: speed in km/h) Rev counter HOLD function ECO start/stop function Stored limit speed Automatic transmission: Instrument cluster lighting...
  • Page 38 Instrument cluster (4-button steering wheel) Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page 8 Reserve fuel ® ÷ ESP ? Coolant R Rear foglamp ! ABS T Side lamps J Brakes L Dipped-beam head- lamps ü Seat belt K Main-beam headlamp #! Turn signals % Diesel engine: pre- 6 SRS...
  • Page 39 Instrument cluster (12-button steering wheel) Instrument cluster (12-button steering wheel) Displays and controls Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Fuel gauge Rev counter Coolant temperature Instrument cluster lighting Speedometer with seg- ments...
  • Page 40 Instrument cluster (12-button steering wheel) Instrument cluster: miles Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Fuel gauge Rev counter Coolant temperature Instrument cluster lighting Speedometer with seg- ments...
  • Page 41 Instrument cluster (12-button steering wheel) Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page % Diesel engine: pre- ® ÷ ESP glow M SPORT handling ® ÷ ESP in AMG vehicles mode in AMG vehicles ? Coolant · Distance warning K Main-beam head- ®...
  • Page 42 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel 4-button multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Press briefly: Audio display; see the sep- Selects a menu arate operating instruc- Press and hold: tions Selects the standard dis- play Increases the volume Decreases the volume Scrolls through lists Resets values...

  • Page 43: Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel 12-button multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Audio/COMAND display; see the separate operating Selects a submenu or instructions scrolls through lists Switches on LINGUA- Confirms the selection TRONIC; see the separate Hides display messages operating instructions Back...

  • Page 44: Upper Section

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Audio system/COMAND £ Hazard warning Online; see the separate lamps operating instructions 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG c Seat heating OFF indicator lamp s Seat ventilation M Dynamic driving package with sports mode c PARKTRONIC ®...

  • Page 45: Centre Console Lower Section

    Centre console Centre console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Stowage compartment Ashtray Audio/COMAND control- Cigarette lighter ler; see the separate oper- Power socket ating instructions Gear lever Ú Selects the drive pro- gram Selector lever Stowage compartment Cup holders...

  • Page 46: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear Rear-view mirror interior lighting on/off ê Deactivates the inte- | Switches the auto- rior motion sensor matic interior lighting con- p Switches the left- trol on/off hand reading lamp on/off p Switches the right- c Switches the front...

  • Page 47: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door 7Zö\ Adjusts and folds the exte- %& Unlocks/locks rior mirrors in/out electri- the vehicle cally Adjusts the seats electri- W Opens/closes the cally side windows r45= o Opens the boot lid Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steer- ing wheel...
  • Page 49 Useful information ......48 Panic alarm .......... 48 Occupant safety ........48 Children in the vehicle ......59 Driving safety systems ....... 70 Anti-theft systems ......78...

  • Page 50: Useful Information

    Panic alarm The airbag system can be adapted for a per- son with disabilities. For further information, consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The seat belts, together with SRS (Supple- mental Restraint System), are complemen- tary, co-ordinated restraint systems page 49).

  • Page 51: Triggering

    Occupant safety occupants must wear their seat belt cor- deceleration. There is an increased risk of rectly at all times, even if the vehicle is injury, possibly even fatal. equipped with airbags. The airbags are not Have SRS checked and repaired immediately deployed in all types of accidents.
  • Page 52 Occupant safety Your vehicle has adaptive, two-stage front air- The vehicle may be deformed significantly, bags. The airbag control unit evaluates vehi- e.g. the bonnet or the wing, without an airbag cle deceleration or acceleration in the event being deployed. This is the case if only parts of a collision.

  • Page 53: Occupant Safety

    Use only seat covers which have been specif- do not lean on the doors from inside the ically approved for the respective seat by vehicle. Mercedes-Benz. make sure that there are no people, ani- mals or objects between the vehicle occu- WARNING...

  • Page 54: Kneebag

    Occupant safety passenger seat is occupied. The PASSENGER Do not touch the airbag parts. Have deployed AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp on the centre airbags replaced immediately at a qualified console does not light up ( page 62). specialist workshop. If a child restraint system is fitted to the front- The airbag installation locations are identified passenger seat and the PASSENGER AIRBAG by the AIRBAG symbol.

  • Page 55: Sidebag

    WARNING workshop. If you wish to use seat covers, Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for safety reasons, you You should only use seat cover that have been only use seat covers that have been approved approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 56: Windowbag

    Occupant safety Windowbags : are deployed: on the side on which an impact occurs at the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or accelera- tion, e.g. in a side impact regardless of whether the front-passenger seat is occupied independently of the use of the seat belt independently of the front airbags...
  • Page 57 This provides better head support. WARNING Only use head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle model. Tilt the top of the NECK-PRO head restraint The use of non-approved head restraint cov-...

  • Page 58: Seat Belts

    Occupant safety Seat belts other occupants being seriously or fatally injured. Important safety notes Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the Seat belts are the most effective means of seat belts correctly. For this reason secure restraining the movement of vehicle occu- persons less than 1.50 m tall in specially pants in the event of an accident.

  • Page 59: Fastening

    The rear seat belts are equipped with a child- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only seat lock ( page 62). If you pull out the seat use seat belts which have been approved...

  • Page 60: Function

    Occupant safety Releasing the seat belts For certain countries only: regardless of whether the driver and the front passenger have fastened their seat belts, the 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds after the engine is started. It then goes out if the driver and the front passenger have fas- tened their seat belts.

  • Page 61: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle If the airbags are deployed, you will hear a tive function. This poses an increased risk of bang, and a small amount of powder may also injury or even fatal injury. be released. Only in rare cases will the bang Therefore, have pyrotechnic belt tensioners affect your hearing.
  • Page 62 Children in the vehicle seat and the child is secured in a child sudden change in direction. The child restraint system with transponders for restraint system could be thrown about, strik- automatic child seat recognition ing vehicle occupants. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

  • Page 63: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. never secure a child on the front-passenger seat in a rearward-facing child restraint sys- It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care tem. Only secure a rearward-facing child products to clean child restraint systems. restraint system on a suitable rear seat.

  • Page 64: Child Seat Lock

    Information about recommended child front-passenger seat restraint systems is available at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.

  • Page 65: Isofix

    The sensor system for child restraint systems tion, the following remain enabled on the in the front-passenger seat detects whether front-passenger side: a special Mercedes-Benz child seat with a transponder for automatic child seat recog- the sidebag nition has been fitted. In this case,...

  • Page 66: Top Tether

    ISOFIX child Top Tether seat securing system, which are specially tes- Top Tether provides an additional connection ted and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehi- between the child restraint system secured cles. with ISOFIX and the rear seat. It helps reduce An incorrectly fitted child restraint system the risk of injury even further.
  • Page 67 Children in the vehicle Press down the rear of cover ; in the direction of the arrow. Cover ; is raised slightly at the front. Fold up cover ; of Top Tether anchorage Route Top Tether belts A on the left and right past head restraint :.

  • Page 68: Suitable Positions

    Children in the vehicle Suitable positioning of the child restraint systems Only child restraint systems which are approved in accordance with the ECE standard ECE R44 are permitted for use in the vehicle. Suitability of the seats for attaching belted child restraint systems Key to the letters used in the following table: Seat which is unsuitable for children in this weight category.
  • Page 69 Children in the vehicle Example: approval label on the child restraint system "Universal" category child restraint systems can be used on the seats indicated with U, UF or IUF according to the tables "Suitability of the seats for attaching belted child restraint systems" or "Suitability of the seats for attaching an ISOFIX child restraint system".
  • Page 70 Children in the vehicle Weight categories Size category Equipment Rear seat, left and right between approx- ISO/R3 imately 9 months and 4 years ISO/F2 ISO/F2X ISO/F3 Recommended child restraint systems When installing a child restraint system without a transponder for automatic child seat rec- ognition on the front-passenger seat: Move the front-passenger seat to its rearmost position.
  • Page 71 Children in the vehicle Suggested ISOFIX child restraint system from the Universal category Weight Size cate- Manufac- Type Approval Order Auto- catego- gory turer number number matic ries (E1 ...) child seat recogni- tion Carry-cot – – – – – –...

  • Page 72: Overview

    Problems with automatic child seat recognition Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR- A special Mercedes-Benz child seat with a transponder for auto- BAG OFF indicator matic child seat recognition has been fitted to the front-passenger lamp on the centre con- seat.

  • Page 73: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) a pulsing in the brake pedal. General notes The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- tion of hazardous road conditions, and func- ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way tions as a reminder to take extra care while that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems With the aid of the radar sensor system, BAS Recognition by the radar sensor system is PLUS can detect obstacles that are in the also impaired in the event of: path of your vehicle for an extended period of dirt on the sensors or the sensors are time.

  • Page 75: Adaptive Brake Lamps

    Driving safety systems Keep the brake pedal depressed until the ® pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP emergency braking situation is over. can also stabilise the vehicle during braking. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) BAS PLUS is deactivated and the brakes func- tion as usual again, if: Observe the "Important safety notes"...

  • Page 76: Wheel

    Driving safety systems may be shown in the instrument cluster WARNING page 242) or ( page 247). ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer sta- bilises the vehicle. There is an increased risk Only use wheels with the recommended of skidding and an accident.

  • Page 77: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems traction control is still activated. cle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to spin. ® still provides support when you brake. ® Deactivating/activating ESP ® Deactivating/activating ESP (AMG vehicles) Important safety notes You can select between the following sta- tuses of ESP: ®...

  • Page 78: Electronic Brake-Force Distribution

    Driving safety systems When SPORT handling mode is activated: the vehicle/trailer combination from swerv- ing. Trailers with a high centre of gravity can ® only improves driving stability to a ® tip over before ESP can detect this. There is limited degree.

  • Page 79: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Observe the notes on warning and indicator a collision unless you also brake. Automatic lamps ( page 282) as well as display mes- emergency braking cannot prevent a colli- sages ( page 243) (4-button multifunction sion. There is a risk of an accident. steering wheel) and ( page 248) (12-button Always apply the brakes yourself and try to...

  • Page 80: Immobiliser

    Anti-theft systems a narrow vehicle travelling in front, e.g. a At speeds of up to approximately 70 km/h motorcycle ® PRE-SAFE Brake can also detect stationary objects. Examples of stationary objects are a vehicle travelling in front on a different stopped or parked vehicles.

  • Page 81: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Tow-away protection A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your alarm system is primed and you open: vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while tow-away protection is primed.

  • Page 82: Interior Motion Sensor

    Anti-theft systems Tow-away protection remains deactivated until: the vehicle is unlocked again a door is opened and closed again the vehicle is locked again Interior motion sensor When the interior motion sensor is primed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered if move- Press button :.
  • Page 83 Useful information ......82 Key ............82 Doors ............ 88 Boot ............91 Side windows ........94 Sliding sunroof ........98...

  • Page 84: Useful Information

    Useful information WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, This Owner's Manual describes all mod- they could: els, series and optional equipment for your open the doors, thus endangering other vehicle that were available at the time of people or road users.

  • Page 85: Locking

    Strong magnetic fields can occur in the If you do not open the vehicle within approx- vicinity of powerful electrical installations. imately 40 seconds of unlocking: Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key: the vehicle is locked again. with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile the anti-theft system is primed again.

  • Page 86: Emergency Key Element

    To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- surface of the door handle. lows: To lock the vehicle: touch sensor sur- To unlock the driver's door: touch the face :. inner surface of the door handle on the driver's door.

  • Page 87: Important Safety Notes

    : lights up briefly. Important safety notes If battery check lamp : does not light up briefly during the test, the battery is dis- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have charged. the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 88 Press emergency key element ; into the opening in the key in the direction of the arrow until battery compartment cover : opens. While doing so, do not hold battery compartment cover : shut. Remove battery compartment cover :. Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out.

  • Page 89: Loss

    Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the key. function of the key. Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % / &...

  • Page 90: Important Safety Notes

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the key. Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 334).

  • Page 91: Doors

    Doors shift the manual transmission into neutral. start the engine. There is a risk of an accident and injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the key out of reach of children.

  • Page 92: Vehicle

    Doors side, the double-lock function is activated as If you press one of the two buttons and standard. It is then not possible to open the do not hear a tone, the relevant setting has doors from inside the vehicle. You can deac- already been selected.

  • Page 93: Boot

    Boot Locking the vehicle (emergency key Boot element) Important safety notes If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the WARNING key, use the emergency key element. If persons (particularly children) are exposed Open the driver's door. to heat or cold for a prolonged period, there Close the front-passenger door and the is a risk of serious or even fatal injuries.

  • Page 94: Opening (Automatically From Out Side)

    Boot Closing automatically. The automatic reversing func- tion is only an aid and is not a substitute for your attentiveness to the boot lid while it is closing. WARNING The reversing function does not react: to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- gers over the last 8 mm of the closing path This means that the reversing feature cannot...

  • Page 95: Opening Dimensions

    Boot gered if the door is opened from the inside. cially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk Switch off the alarm ( page 79). of poisoning. All countries: Always switch off the engine before opening the boot lid. Never drive with the boot lid WARNING open.

  • Page 96: Important Safety Notes

    Side windows Insert the emergency key element into the Turn the emergency key element anti- boot lid lock as far as the stop. clockwise from position 1 as far as it will go to position 2. Turn the emergency key element clockwise from position 1 to position 2.

  • Page 97: Side Windows

    Side windows WARNING When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If someone If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, becomes trapped, press the switch to open they could: the side window again. open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users.

  • Page 98: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Convenience opening feature Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing feature is oper- You can ventilate the vehicle before you start ating. When closing make sure that no parts driving. To do this, the key is used to carry out of the body are in the closing area.

  • Page 99: Resetting

    Side windows If the side window opens again slightly: Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side win- dow is completely closed ( page 95). Hold the switch for an additional second. If the corresponding side window remains closed after the button has been released, the side window has been reset correctly.

  • Page 100: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof If a side window is obstructed again during sunroof is open. They are caused by minor closing and reopens again slightly: pressure fluctuations in the vehicle interior. Change the position of the sliding sunroof Immediately after the window blocks, pull or open a side window slightly to reduce or the corresponding switch again until the eliminate these noises.

  • Page 101: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof The sliding sunroof does not close if: Operating the sliding sunroof it is raised at the rear. Opening and closing it is blocked. no rain is falling on the area of the wind- screen being monitored by the rain sensor, e.g.

  • Page 102: Resetting

    Sliding sunroof Resetting the sliding sunroof and the WARNING roller sunblind The reversing function does not react: Reset the sliding sunroof and the roller sun- to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- blind if the sliding sunroof or the roller sun- gers blind does not move smoothly.
  • Page 103 Sliding sunroof If someone is trapped: release the switch immediately or press the switch in any direction during the automatic opening/closing process The closing process is stopped. If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly: Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks, pull the 3 switch in the over- head control panel down to the point of resistance and hold it until the sliding sun-...

  • Page 105: Wheel

    Useful information ......104 Correct driver's seat position ..104 Seats ..........105 Steering wheel ........110 Mirrors ..........112 Memory function ......115...

  • Page 106: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position you have moved the backrest to an almost Useful information vertical position. you have set the seat angle so that your This Owner's Manual describes all mod- thighs are gently supported. els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of you can depress the pedals properly.

  • Page 107: Seats

    Seats settings with the memory function Make sure that no one has any part of their page 115). body within the sweep of the seat when adjusting it. Seats WARNING The head restraints cannot provide the inten- Important safety notes ded protection unless they are fitted and adjusted correctly.

  • Page 108: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats Seat cushion angle rials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat cov- ers, child seats or booster seats. Turn handwheel = in the desired direction. Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats when moving the seat back.

  • Page 109: Easy-Entry Feature

    Seats Folding the front-seat backrests WARNING forward/back The head restraints cannot provide the inten- ded protection unless they are fitted and Important safety notes adjusted correctly. There is an increased risk of injury to the head and neck in the event of WARNING an accident or sudden braking, for example.

  • Page 110: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port

    Seats This makes it easier for passengers to get into Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support and out of the rear compartment. The head You can adjust the contour of the front seat restraint also lowers on vehicles with electric backrests individually to provide optimum seat adjustment.
  • Page 111 Seats Driver's and front-passenger seat The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.

  • Page 112: Seat Heating Problem

    Steering wheel 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 113: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel man- Adjusting the steering wheel electri- ually cally WARNING The steering wheel may move unexpectedly if you adjust it while driving. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 114: Crash-Responsive

    Mirrors Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature WARNING If you drive off while the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is feature is making adjustments, you could lose triggered in an accident, the steering column control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an will move upwards when the driver's door is accident.

  • Page 115: Mirrors

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in/out elec- The convex exterior mirrors provide a larger trically field of vision. After the engine has been started, the exte- rior mirrors are automatically heated if the rear window heating is switched on and the outside temperature is low.

  • Page 116: Parking Position

    Mirrors If the exterior mirrors have been folded in manually, they do not fold out. Exterior mirror pushed out of position If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows. Vehicles without electrically folding exterior mirrors: move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually.

  • Page 117: Memory Function

    Memory function Press memory button M ? and one of the wheel. If somebody becomes trapped, imme- arrows on adjustment button = within diately release the memory function position three seconds. button. The adjustment process is stopped. The parking position is stored if the exterior mirror does not move.

  • Page 118: Wheel

    Memory function Calling up a stored setting If you want to move the seat from the fully reclined position to a stored seat position, first raise the backrest. The seat could oth- erwise be damaged. Press and hold the relevant storage posi- tion button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat, steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position.
  • Page 119 Useful information ......118 Exterior lighting ........ 118 Interior lighting ......... 125 Replacing bulbs ......... 125 Windscreen wipers ......129...

  • Page 120: Useful Information

    Exterior lighting General notes Setting the exterior lighting For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Setting options mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- Exterior lighting can be set using the:...

  • Page 121: Automatic Headlamp Mode

    Exterior lighting tion in the on-board computer, the daytime Side lamps, licence plate and instru- driving lights or the side lamps and dipped- ment cluster lighting beam headlamps are switched on or off Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4Ã automatically depending on the brightness led by the light sensor of the ambient light.

  • Page 122: Adjusting The Headlamp Range

    Exterior lighting Foglamps vehicle safely and sufficiently lit according to legal standards. Avoid the continuous In conditions where visibility is poor due to use of the T side lamps for several fog, snow or rain, the foglamps improve visi- hours. If possible, switch on the X right bility as well as making it easier for other road or the W left parking lamp.

  • Page 123: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting Press the combination switch beyond the Driver's seat, front-passenger seat and pressure point in the direction of rear seats occupied, boot laden arrow :. Driver's and front-passenger seats occu- In the à position, the main-beam head- pied and maximum permissible rear axle lamps are only switched on when it is dark load utilised, e.g.

  • Page 124: Active Light Function

    Exterior lighting Active light function only the turn signal lamp on the corre- sponding side of the vehicle will flash. To switch off the hazard warning lamps: press button :. The hazard warning lamps switch off auto- matically if the vehicle reaches a speed of over 10 km/h again after a full brake appli- cation.

  • Page 125: Motorway Mode

    Exterior lighting Not active: if you are driving at speeds above the illumination of the edge of the carriage- 40 km/h or switch off the turn signal or turn way. the steering wheel to the straight-ahead posi- Active: if you are driving at speeds below tion.
  • Page 126 Exterior lighting nises vehicles with their lights on, either The headlamp range is set automatically approaching from the opposite direction or depending on the distance between the travelling in front of your vehicle, and conse- vehicle and other road users. quently switches the headlamps from main If you are driving at speeds above approx- beam to dipped beam.

  • Page 127: Interior Lighting

    Replacing bulbs The interior lighting is activated for a short Interior lighting time when the key is removed from the igni- Overview of interior lighting tion lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off using the on-board computer page 233). Manual interior lighting control To switch the interior lighting on/off: press the c button.

  • Page 128: Other Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs observed, the lights must be switched on Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of before starting the engine. vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure that these function correctly at all times. Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of Have the headlamp setting checked regularly.

  • Page 129: Dipped-Beam Headlamps

    Replacing bulbs Main-beam headlamps (halogen head- lamps) Tail lamps Reversing lamp: P 21 W Brake lamp: P 21 W Switch off the lights. Brake lamp/side lamp: P 21 W Open the bonnet. Turn housing cover : anti-clockwise and pull it out. Replacing the front bulbs Turn bulb holder ;...

  • Page 130: Opening And Closing The Side Trim Panels

    Replacing bulbs Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Insert bulb holder ;. Align housing cover : and turn it clock- wise until it engages. Cornering lamps (Intelligent Light Sys- tem) Right-hand side trim panel Switch off the lights.

  • Page 131: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers To open: turn rotary catch : 90° in the Press the respective bulb :, ; or = back direction of the arrow and remove side trim and turn it anti-clockwise to remove it from panel ;. the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and To close: insert side trim panel ;...

  • Page 132: Replacing The Wiper Blades

    Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have to optical influences and the windscreen the wiper blades changed at a qualified becoming dirty in dry weather conditions, specialist workshop.
  • Page 133 Windscreen wipers Fitting the wiper blades Position the new wiper blade in the retainer on the wiper arm and slide it into place in the opposite direction to the arrow. The wiper blade audibly engages. Make sure that wiper blade is seated cor- rectly.
  • Page 134 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 135: Climate Control

    Useful information ......134 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 134 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 136 Adjusting the air vents ..... 145...

  • Page 136: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems lutants and odours. A clogged filter reduces Useful information the amount of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For this reason, you should always This Owner's Manual describes all mod- observe the interval for replacing the filter, els, series and optional equipment for your which is specified in the Service Booklet.

  • Page 137: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMATIC automatic climate control (2-zone) To set the temperature, left ( page 137) To demist the windscreen ( page 138) To switch the ZONE function on/off ( page 138) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 136) To switch the rear window heating on/off ( page 139)

  • Page 138: Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control system ECO start/stop function Activating/deactivating the cooling with air dehumidification function During automatic engine switch-off in the ECO start/stop function, the climate control General notes system only operates at a reduced capacity. If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- If you require the full climate control output, midification"...

  • Page 139: Operating The Climate Control System

    Operating the climate control system 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 ¿ button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 140: Demisting The Windscreen

    Operating the climate control system ¯ Directs the airflow through the demis- The temperature setting for the driver's ter vents side is not adopted for the front-passenger side. b Directs the airflow through the demis- ter, centre and side air vents When the buttons for temperature, airflow or a Directs the airflow through the foot- air distribution are pressed, the temperature...

  • Page 141: Demisting The Windows

    Operating the climate control system Air-recirculation mode remains deactiva- switches off automatically after several ted. minutes. If the battery voltage is too low, the rear win- dow heating may switch off. Press the à button. The indicator lamp in the ¬ button goes Activating/deactivating out.

  • Page 142: Culation Mode

    Operating the climate control system Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window heat- The battery has not been sufficiently charged. ing has switched off Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.

  • Page 143: Important Safety Notes

    Operating the climate control system If parts of the body are in the closing area Auxiliary heating during convenience closing, proceed as fol- Important safety notes lows: Press the W button for opening/closing DANGER the side windows. If the exhaust pipe is blocked or sufficient The side window stops.

  • Page 144: Remote Control

    Operating the climate control system Switching the auxiliary heating/venti- reserve fuel level to ensure that the auxiliary lation on/off using the centre console heating functions. button The auxiliary heating/ventilation automati- cally adjusts to changes in temperature and weather conditions. For this reason, the aux- iliary heating could switch from ventilation mode to heating mode or from heating mode to ventilation mode.
  • Page 145 Operating the climate control system The remote control has a maximum range of To switch on: press the u button. approximately 300 metres. This range is is shown in the remote control display. reduced by: To deactivate: press the ^ button. is shown in the remote control display.

  • Page 146: Setting The Departure Time

    Operating the climate control system Setting the departure time Environmental note Press the , or . button repeatedly Batteries contain pollutants. until the time to be changed appears in the It is illegal to dispose of them display. with the household rubbish. They must be collected sep- Press the u and ^ buttons simulta- arately and disposed of in an...

  • Page 147: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The starter battery is not charged sufficiently or the system is FAIL faulty. Charge the starter battery. Make another attempt to switch on the auxiliary heating using the remote control.

  • Page 148: Rear

    Adjusting the air vents flow depends on the airflow and air distribu- Setting the centre air vents tion settings. Close the air vent when heating the vehi- cle. At high outside temperatures, open the air vent and activate the "cooling with air dehu- midification"...
  • Page 149 Useful information ......148 Running-in notes ....... 148 Driving ..........148 Manual transmission ......157 Automatic transmission ....158 Refuelling ........... 165 Parking ..........169 Driving tips ........171 Driving systems ........ 174 Towing a trailer ......... 209...

  • Page 150: Useful Information

    Driving Vehicles with automatic transmission: Useful information Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Owner's Manual describes all mod- pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- els, series and optional equipment for your down). vehicle that were available at the time of The shift ranges 3, 2 or 1 should only be going to press.

  • Page 151: Key Positions Key

    Driving tect the engine. To protect the engine and loose floormats and do not place several floor- maintain smooth engine operation, avoid mats on top of one another. driving at full throttle when the engine is cold. WARNING Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: Key positions shoes with thick soles...
  • Page 152 Driving Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with Removing the Start/Stop button a key featuring an integrated KEYLESS-GO You can remove the Start/Stop button from function and a detachable Start/Stop button. the ignition lock and start the vehicle as nor- The Start/Stop button must be inserted in the mal using the key.

  • Page 153: Starting The Engine

    Driving Automatic transmission shift the manual transmission into neutral. start the engine. Shift the transmission to position P. The transmission position display in the There is a risk of an accident and injury. multifunction display shows P. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 154: Pulling Away

    Driving Depress the brake pedal and keep it When engaging transmission position D or R, depressed. always firmly depress the brake pedal and do To start a petrol engine: press the Start/ not simultaneously accelerate. Stop button once ( page 149). It is only possible to shift the transmission The engine starts.

  • Page 155: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving Take your foot off the brake pedal. tion has caused the system to be deactivated, The vehicle is then held for about a second. the ¤ symbol is not displayed. Pull away. Automatic engine switch-off Hill start assist is not active if: you are pulling away on a level road or a General notes downhill gradient.

  • Page 156: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving the battery's charge status is too low the driver's seat belt is released or the driv- er's door is opened Vehicles with manual transmission Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is depressed. The engine is started automatically if you: depress the clutch pedal fully depress the accelerator pedal Brake the vehicle.
  • Page 157 Driving To switch on: press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. If all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( page 153) are fulfilled, the ¤ symbol is shown in green in the mul- tifunction display. If not all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( page 153) are fulfilled, the ¤...
  • Page 158 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 188) or DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 179). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.

  • Page 159: Manual Transmission

    Manual transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with a petrol There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical engine: component of the engine management system. The engine is not run- Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. ning smoothly and is Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic con- misfiring.

  • Page 160: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission Shift gear according to gearshift recom- Shifting to neutral (N) mendation : when shown in the multi- function display of the instrument cluster. Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly.

  • Page 161: Changing Gear

    Automatic transmission Selector lever Transmission positions Overview of transmission positions Park position This prevents the vehicle from roll- ing away when stopped. Do not shift the transmission into position page 169) unless the vehicle is stationary. The key can only be removed if the transmission is in position P.

  • Page 162: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission the position of the accelerator pedal Program selector button the road speed General notes The program selector button allows you to Driving tips choose between different driving character- istics. Accelerator pedal position Your style of driving influences how the auto- matic transmission shifts gear: little throttle: early upshifts more throttle: late upshifts...

  • Page 163: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission AMG vehicles Steering wheel gearshift paddles Drive program selector with manual drive program Left-hand steering wheel gearshift paddle Right-hand steering wheel gearshift pad- C Controlled Comfortable, economical Efficiency driving In the automatic drive program, you can S Sport Sporty driving style restrict or derestrict the shift range by using the steering wheel gearshift paddles or the...

  • Page 164: Shift Ranges

    Automatic transmission Drive program S (or, in the case of AMG vehi- Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift cles, drive programs S and S+) is character- paddle. ised by the following: The automatic transmission shifts down one gear and restricts the shift range to the sporty engine and automatic transmission relevant gear.

  • Page 165: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission and deceleration. To do this, the automatic If the colour in the speedometer multifunc- transmission shifts down one or more tion display changes to red and the dis- gears. play message is shown, shift up a gear. Gearshift recommendation Manual drive program Activating the manual drive program Manual drive program M can be selected...

  • Page 166: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Kickdown AMG vehicles: it is not possible to use kickdown in manual drive program M. You can also use kickdown for maximum acceleration in manual drive program M. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed.

  • Page 167: Refuelling

    Refuelling 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 168: Refuelling Process

    Refuelling Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact fuel system. with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil- Take care not to spill any fuel on painted dren.
  • Page 169 Refuelling Opening Switch off the engine. Remove the key from the ignition lock. KEYLESS-GO: open the driver's door. This corresponds to key position 0: "key removed". The driver's door can be closed again. Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :.
  • Page 170 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock immediately and remove it ( page 149).

  • Page 171: Parking

    Parking To ensure that the vehicle is secured against Parking rolling away unintentionally: Important safety notes the parking brake must be applied. WARNING on vehicles with manual transmission, engage first gear or reverse gear. Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with on vehicles with automatic transmission, hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust...

  • Page 172: Parking Brake

    Parking Using KEYLESS-GO The brake lights do not light up when you brake the vehicle with the parking brake. Press the Start/Stop button ( page 149). The engine stops and all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out. When the driver's door is closed, this cor- responds to key position 1.

  • Page 173: Driving Tips

    Driving tips In addition to driving style, the consumption Driving tips is affected by many other factors, such as: General driving tips load Important safety notes tyre pressure cold start WARNING choice of route If you switch off the ignition while driving, the use of electrical consumers safety-relevant functions are only available These factors are not included in the ECO dis-...

  • Page 174: Driving Tips

    Driving tips dynamic changes in the bars at the start of even cause the braking system to fail. There a journey. During a prolonged driving time, is a risk of an accident. these changes are smaller. For more Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Do dynamic changes, perform a manual reset.

  • Page 175: Aquaplaning

    Aquaplaning standard. Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or If water has accumulated to a certain depth which are not of an equivalent quality could on the road surface, there is a danger of aqua- affect your vehicle's operating safety.

  • Page 176: Driving System

    Driving systems age the engine, the electronics or the trans- This increases the risk of skidding and having mission. an accident. Do not shift down for additional engine brak- ing on a slippery road surface. Winter driving You should drive particularly carefully on slip- Important safety notes pery road surfaces.

  • Page 177: Driving Systems

    Driving systems steep downhill gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer. On vehicles with automatic transmission, select shift range 1, 2 or 3. By doing so, you will make use of the braking effect of the engine. This relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly.

  • Page 178: Deactivating

    Driving systems Setting a speed Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment Briefly press the cruise control lever until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to up : or down ?. the set speed.

  • Page 179: Speedtronic

    Driving systems Cruise control is automatically deactivated if: speed, for braking in good time, and for stay- ing in the lane. you depress the parking brake. If there is a change of drivers, advise the new you are driving at less than 30 km/h. driver of the speed stored.

  • Page 180: Selecting

    Driving systems To store the current speed and call up the Pay attention to the road and traffic condi- last stored speed tions before calling up the stored speed. If you do not know the stored speed, store the To store the current speed or a lower desired speed again.

  • Page 181: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Cruise control is selected. If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a slower-moving vehicle in front, your vehicle is braked in order Variable SPEEDTRONIC is automatically to maintain the preset distance to the vehicle deactivated if: in front. you depress the accelerator pedal beyond WARNING the pressure point (kickdown), but only if your current speed does not differ by more...

  • Page 182: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems This speed can: If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle brakes automati- be too high for a filter lane or a slip road cally in certain situations. To prevent dam- be so high in the right lane that you pass age to the vehicle, deactivate DISTRONIC vehicles driving on the left PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow-...

  • Page 183: Selecting

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS switches off and you will To store the current speed and call up the hear a tone. last stored speed To store the current speed or a lower Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards speed you ?, or press it up : or down A.
  • Page 184 Driving systems Pulling away Vehicles with COMAND Online If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove The following function is not operational your foot from the brake pedal. in all countries. DISTRONIC PLUS uses additional information Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards from your navigation system so that it can you ?.
  • Page 185 Driving systems Stopping Shift the transmission to position P to pre- vent the vehicle from rolling away. WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated. The warn- When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked ing message in the multifunction display only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: disappears.

  • Page 186: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

    Driving systems lever up : or down ; to the pressure point. The last stored speed increases or decrea- ses in 1 km/h increments. To adjust the set speed in 10 km/h increments: press the cruise control lever briefly up : or down ; beyond the pres- sure point.

  • Page 187: Deactivating

    Driving systems Displaying DISTRONIC PLUS in the mul- tifunction display General notes In the assistance menu ( page 227) of the on-board computer, you can select the assis- tance display. Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti- vated Assist. graphic Select the function using the on-board computer Example: vehicles with automatic transmission...

  • Page 188: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems in the multifunction display for approximately Cornering, going into and coming out of a bend five seconds. The last speed stored remains stored until you switch off the engine. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactiva- ted if: you apply the parking brake you are driving slower than 25 km/h and there is no vehicle in front, or if the vehicle in front is no longer detected...

  • Page 189: Dynamic Handling Package With Sports Mode

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehi- Crossing vehicles cle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect vehicles that are crossing your lane. Activat- ing DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic, for example, could cause DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the your vehicle to pull away unintentionally.

  • Page 190: Hold Function

    Driving systems HOLD function General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following situations: when pulling away, especially on steep slopes when manoeuvring on steep slopes when waiting in traffic The vehicle is kept stationary without the Example: position of dynamic handling package driver having to depress the brake pedal.

  • Page 191: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activation conditions the driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt is unfastened You can activate the HOLD function if: the engine is switched off, unless it is auto- the vehicle is stationary. matically switched off by the ECO start/ the engine is running or if it has been auto- stop function matically switched off by the ECO start/...

  • Page 192: Wheel

    Driving systems To cancel: pull the left steering wheel shift RACE START paddle ( page 161). Important safety notes Observe the safety notes for the SPORT To confirm: pull the right steering wheel handling mode ( page 75). shift paddle ( page 161).

  • Page 193: Parktronic

    Driving systems PARKTRONIC Important safety notes PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasonic sensors. It monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper. PARKTRONIC indicates visually and audibly the distance between your vehicle and an object.

  • Page 194: Warning Display

    Driving systems Top view Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the Front sensors vehicle Centre Approx. 100 cm Segments on the right-hand side of the vehicle Corners Approx. 60 cm Segments showing operational readiness Rear sensors The warning display for each side of the vehi- cle is divided into five yellow and two red seg-...

  • Page 195: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems Towing a trailer Automatic transmission: Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow Transmission Warning display hitch is not required. PARKTRONIC meas- position ures the minimum detection range to an Front area activated obstacle from the bumper, not the ball cou- pling.

  • Page 196: Parking Guidance

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.

  • Page 197: Wheel

    Driving systems snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking pendently locates and measures parking space being measured inaccurately. spaces on both sides of the vehicle. When driving at speeds below 30 km/h, you will see pay attention to the PARKTRONIC parking symbol ;...

  • Page 198: Parking Guidance

    Driving systems To reverse into the parking space: main- tain the steering wheel angle and reverse carefully. Stop as soon as you hear a warning tone. at the latest when PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone. Parking Guidance finished mes- Example: vehicles with automatic transmission sage appears in the multifunction display If necessary, reverse towards the parking...

  • Page 199: Reversing Camera

    Driving systems setting checked at a qualified specialist Reversing camera workshop. General notes The field of vision and other functions of the reversing camera may be restricted due to additional accessories on the rear of the vehi- cle (e.g. licence plate holder, bicycle rack). View through the camera The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a mirror image, as in the rear-view mirror.

  • Page 200: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Warning and display messages in the ATTENTION ASSIST multifunction display Important safety notes Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the on- ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid. It cannot board computer ( page 229). always detect fatigue or lapses in concentra- If ATTENTION ASSIST is active, you will be tion until too late or not at all.

  • Page 201: Tion Display

    Driving systems Information in the multifunction display Speed Limit Assist detects the traffic signs with a camera attached behind the top of the windscreen. Speed Limit Assist is available and switched on Speed Limit Assist camera Maximum permitted speed (example) Maximum permitted speed for vehicles Important safety notes for which the restriction in the additional...

  • Page 202: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems you leave or enter a town. WARNING the road type changes (e.g. motorway, Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles: country road). overtaken too closely on the side, placing you have travelled a certain minimum dis- them in the blind spot area tance without the traffic sign being repea- when the difference in the speed of ted or detected again.

  • Page 203: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to low up to a speed of 30 km/h. At speeds 3.0 m behind your vehicle and directly next to above 30 km/h, the indicator lamp goes out your vehicle, as shown in the diagram. and Blind Spot Assist is operational.

  • Page 204: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems See Owner's Manual message appears in Lane Keeping Assist cannot take into account the multifunction display. road, weather or traffic conditions. Lane Keeping Assist is only an aid. You are respon- You can deactivate the indicator lamps in sible for the distance to the vehicle in front, the exterior mirrors.

  • Page 205: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems the distance to the vehicle in front is too The warning vibration occurs earlier if: small and the lane markings thus cannot be you approach the outer lane marking on a detected bend. the lane markings change quickly, e.g. the road has very wide lanes, e.g.
  • Page 206 Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist supports you from a Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect nar- speed of approximately 30 km/h. row vehicles, such as motorcycles or bicy- cles, or may only detect them too late. For Active Blind Spot Assist to assist you when driving, the radar sensor system must be operational.
  • Page 207 Driving systems the bumpers, have the function of the sensors Visual and acoustic collision warning checked at a qualified specialist workshop. When you switch on the turn signals to Blind Spot Assist may otherwise not work change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the properly.

  • Page 208: Towing A Trailer

    Driving systems Either a very slight course-correcting brake application of the brakes can bring the vehicle application, or none at all, may occur if: back into the original lane. there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash barriers, on both sides of your vehicle a vehicle approaches too closely on the side you have adopted a sporty driving style with...

  • Page 209: Wheel

    Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you. Ter- minate the intervention in a non-critical driv- you approach the outer lane marking on a ing situation. bend. the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a motor- The system may be impaired or may not func- way.
  • Page 210 Driving systems sides must be recognised. The brake applica- Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect tion also slightly reduces driving speed. road and traffic conditions. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, time if: the following appears in the multifunction dis- play:...

  • Page 211: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Towing a trailer If you exceed the maximum permissible nose- weight of the trailer drawbar on the ball cou- If you attach a trailer, make sure that you have pling, the following may become damaged: correctly established the electrical connec- tion.
  • Page 212 The vehicle/trailer combination: prescribed maximum speed in the relevant country. is heavier For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- is restricted in its acceleration and gradi- imum permissible rear axle load is increased ent-climbing capability when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical has an increased braking distance data"...

  • Page 213: Folding Out

    Towing a trailer need additional braking, depress the brake pedal repeatedly rather than continuously. Driving tips Maintain a greater distance from the vehi- cle in front than when driving without a trailer. Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gently at first to allow the trailer to run on. Then, increase the braking force rapidly.

  • Page 214: Coupling Up A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Vehicles with a 4-button multifunction and tyres, or underneath the vehicle. This Trailer hitch steering wheel: the poses a risk of injury. Check lock mech. display message is Make sure that no-one is in the immediate shown in the multifunction display until the vicinity of the wheel arch or underneath the ball coupling has engaged.

  • Page 215: Bulb Failure Indicator For Led Lamps

    Towing a trailer Trailer power supply When it leaves the factory, your vehicle's trailer socket is equipped with a permanent power supply and a power supply that is switched on via the ignition lock. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 9.
  • Page 216 Towing a trailer Trailer with 7-pin connector General notes Trailer with 7-pin connector: you can con- nect to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if necessary, an adapter cable. Both can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 217: 4-Button Multifunction Steering

    Useful information ......216 Important safety notes ....216 Displays and operation (4-button multifunction steering wheel) ..216 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) ..219 Display messages ......240 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......281...

  • Page 218: Useful Information

    Displays and operation (4-button multifunction steering wheel) times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not oper- Useful information ating safely may cause an accident. For an overview, see the instrument cluster This Owner's Manual describes all mod- illustration for vehicles with: els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of 4-button multifunction steering wheel...

  • Page 219: Displays And Operation (4-Button Multifunction Steering Wheel)

    To activate the multifunction display: You can obtain information about this at switch on the ignition any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. switch on the lights You can control the multifunction display and open the driver's door...

  • Page 220: Overview

    Displays and operation (4-button multifunction steering wheel) To reset the trip meter: press and hold the V button until the standard display appears. Press and hold the C button until the value has been reset. Trip computer Press the V button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the trip computer appears.

  • Page 221: Displays And Operation (12-Button Multifunction Steering Wheel)

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Ã position, the daytime driving lights are The brightness control knob is located on the bottom left of the instrument cluster switched on automatically when the engine is page 37). running. When it is dark, the side lamps and the dipped-beam headlamps are switched on Turn the brightness control knob clockwise automatically.

  • Page 222: Operating The On-Board Computer

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Outside temperature display You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around the freezing point. The outside temperature display is in the mul- tifunction display ( page 221). Changes in the outside temperature are dis- played after a short delay.

  • Page 223: Button Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Back button Press and hold: Audio In the menu: selects the Press briefly: previous/next station or selects Back an audio track or a video scene Switches off LINGUATRONIC; using rapid scrolling see the separate operating In the (Telephone) menu: instructions...

  • Page 224: Button Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Text field : shows the selected menu or cles with COMAND Online. The examples given in this Owner's Manual apply to vehicles submenu as well as display messages. equipped with COMAND Online. You can set the time using the audio sys- tem or COMAND Online, see the separate operating instructions.

  • Page 225: Digital Speedometer

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) From start trip computer is automati- If the ignition remains switched off for longer cally reset if: than four hours, the ECO display will be auto- matically reset. the ignition has been switched off for more For further information on the ECO display, than four hours.

  • Page 226: Navigation Menu

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) trip computer "From reset" Current road ECO display Symbol indicating "follow the road's course" If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From start" trip computer Change of direction announced without a are also reset.

  • Page 227: Operating

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) of direction. During the change of direction, To select a stored station: briefly press additional lanes may be displayed. the 9 or : button. Lane recommendations are only displayed if To select a station from the station the relevant data is available on the digital list: press and briefly hold the 9 map.

  • Page 228: Telephone Menu

    Mercedes Benz Service Centre WARNING on the Internet at: http:// Operating the integrated information systems www.mercedes-benz.com/connect and communications equipment in the vehicle while driving will distract you from traffic con- Accepting a call ditions. You could then lose control of the If someone calls you when you are in the vehicle.

  • Page 229: Redialling

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) To exit the telephone book: press the ~ or % button. Redialling The on-board computer saves the last names Example: incoming call or numbers dialled in the redial memory. Press the 6 button on the steering Press the = or ;...

  • Page 230: Displaying

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist Activating/deactivating the Speed Limit Assist message function or Active Blind Spot Assist ( page 229) Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Press the = or ; button on the steer- Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist Assist ing wheel to select the menu.

  • Page 231: Activating/Deactivating

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Start the engine. Switch on the radar sensor system page 234). Press the = or ; button on the steer- Assist ing wheel to select the menu. ® For more information on PRE-SAFE Brake, Press the 9 or : button to select see (...

  • Page 232: Settings

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Settings menu Assist Introduction Press the = or ; button on the steer- Assist ing wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Lane Keep. Assist Press the a button.

  • Page 233: Additional Speedometer

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Press the : or 9 button to select the Selecting the permanent display function Display unit Speed-/odometer: func- Vehicles for the United Kingdom: this func- tion. tion is unavailable. You will see the selected setting: You can determine whether the multifunction miles.

  • Page 234: Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist On/Off

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Switching the Intelligent Light System Press the : or 9 button to select the on/off Dipped beams Setting for: function. Right- You will see the selected setting: Press the = or ; button on the steer- side traffic Left-side traffic.

  • Page 235: Vehicle Submenu

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Press a to confirm. daytime driving lights surround lighting in the exterior mirrors Press the : or 9 button to select the Surround lighting function. Activating/deactivating the interior light- Surround lighting When the function is ing delayed switch-off activated, the light cone and the area...
  • Page 236 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Switching the automatic locking feature Press the 9 or : button to select on/off Radar sensor (See Owner's Man.):. You will see the selected setting: Press the = or ; button on the steer- off.
  • Page 237 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Changing the departure time heating running, keep the exhaust pipe and Press the = or ; button on the steer- the area around the vehicle clear of snow. To guarantee a sufficient supply of fresh air, open Settings ing wheel to select the menu.

  • Page 238: Factory Setting

    Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the : or 9 button to select the Settings Auto. fold in ing wheel to select the menu. function. Auto. fold in If the function is activated, Press the : or 9 button to select the the vehicle's exterior mirror is displayed in...
  • Page 239 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) RACETIMER Displaying and starting the RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads. You can use the RACETIMER to store lap Digital speedometer times.
  • Page 240 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Starting a new lap You cannot delete individual stored laps. If you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap Lap. Press a to confirm does not have to be reset. Reset the current lap. Press a to confirm Reset.
  • Page 241 Displays and operation (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Lap evaluation This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown.

  • Page 242: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual.

  • Page 243: Button Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Display messages Vehicles with a 12-button multifunction steering wheel The on-board computer saves certain display messages. You can call up the display messages in the message memory. Service Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu.

  • Page 244: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems (4-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® curr. unavail. gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill ® start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavail- able.
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle. The danger of skidding and having an accident increases.
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function or DIS- TRONIC PLUS is active. Brake immediately Vehicles with manual transmission: with the HOLD function acti- vated, you have either: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals.
  • Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü If the symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt tongue has been inserted into a rear seat belt buckle. Further information on the status indicator for the rear seat belts page 58).
  • Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions WARNING The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten- RL malfunc. Work‐ tionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered. shop- or RR mal‐ This poses an increased risk of injury. func.

  • Page 249: Instrument Cluster

    Display messages Safety systems (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill currently unavail‐ ® start assist and ESP trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavail- able See Owner's able.
  • Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The braking distance may thus increase in an emergency braking situation. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A fault has occurred while the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is active. Brake immediately Vehicles with manual transmission: with the HOLD function acti- vated, you have: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals.
  • Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: Functions cur‐ the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. rently limited See the sensors in the radiator trim and in the bumpers are dirty. Owner's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ý If the symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt tongue has not been inserted in a rear seat belt buckle. WARNING A seat belt which is not worn correctly, or which has not been engaged in the seat belt buckle correctly, cannot provide the intended level of protection.

  • Page 254: Lights

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions WARNING The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten- Rear left malfunc‐ tionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered. tion Consult work‐ This poses an increased risk of injury. shoporRear right malfunction Con‐...
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand trailer turn signal lamp is faulty. Observe the separate operating instructions provided by the Trailer left trailer manufacturer. indic. or Trailer right indic. The trailer brake lamp is faulty. Observe the separate operating instructions provided by the Trailer brake lamp trailer manufacturer.
  • Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear foglamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Rear foglamp The front left or front right parking lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Front left parking page 125).

  • Page 257: Lights

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The light sensor is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. AUTO lights inoper‐ ative The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Switch off lights Turn the light switch to Ã.

  • Page 258: Turn Signal

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Rear left turn sig‐ nal or Rear right turn signal The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left or front right parking lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Front left parking page 125). lamp or Front right parking lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right-hand reversing lamp is faulty.

  • Page 260: Engine

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Switch off lights Turn the light switch to Ã. Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty. Assist inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Stop vehicle Sw. eng. Off WARNING Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. A warning tone also sounds. Checking the Check the oil level when next refuelling, at the latest engine oil level page 316). If necessary, top up the engine oil ( page 317).

  • Page 263: Engine

    Display messages Engine (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Top up coolant See cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Owner's Manual Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so (...
  • Page 264 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. Check the oil level when next refuelling, at the latest Add 1 litre engine page 316).

  • Page 265: Driving Systems

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level Reserve fuel level drops into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest filling station. There is very little fuel in the fuel tank.

  • Page 266: Driving Systems

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. You have tried to store a speed below 30 km/h, for example. ¯ --- km/h If conditions permit, drive faster than 30 km/h and store the speed.
  • Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ë The HOLD function is deactivated. The vehicle is skidding. A warning tone also sounds. Reactivate the HOLD function later ( page 188). The HOLD function is deactivated. When the brake pedal is firmly depressed, an activation condition is not fulfilled.
  • Page 268 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inop- currently unavail‐ erative. able See Owner's You have established the electrical connection between the trailer ManualorActive and your vehicle. Blind Spot Assist Press a on the steering wheel to confirm the display mes- currently unavail‐...
  • Page 269 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Guidance Parking Guidance is deactivated. Possible causes: cancelled the vehicle is skidding. the sensors are dirty. a malfunction has occurred. A warning tone also sounds. Reactivate Parking Guidance later ( page 194).
  • Page 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes: rently unavailable the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Owner's Manual the sensors in the radiator trim and in the bumpers are dirty. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Limit While depressing the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kickdown), SPEEDTRONIC cannot be activated. --- km/h Cruise control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. - - - km/h You have tried to store a speed below 30 km/h, for example.

  • Page 272: Tyres

    Display messages Tyres (4-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. tyres A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

  • Page 273: Tyres

    Display messages Tyres (12-button multifunction steering wheel) Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tyre pressure The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Check tyres A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 274 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. tyres A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

  • Page 275: Vehicle

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tyre press. monitor Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received from the wheel sensors. The tyre pressure monitor is temporarily currently unavail‐ malfunctioning. able Drive on. The tyre pressure monitor restarts automatically as soon as the cause has been rectified.
  • Page 276 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions With the Hold function activated, you have either: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet. A tone may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.

  • Page 277: Vehicle

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check trailer Vehicles with a retractable trailer coupling: hitch lock The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.

  • Page 278: Bonnet

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions While the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is active, you have: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals. If you attempt to lock the vehicle, the tone becomes louder.
  • Page 279 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Check trailer Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- hitch lock fic conditions, and switch off the engine. Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( page 169).

  • Page 280: Keyless-Go

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Telephone No Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ service receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display. ¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.

  • Page 281: Keyless-Go

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Key not detected The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present. (White display mes- Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions sage) in the vehicle. If the KEYLESS-GO key is still not detected: Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions in the vehicle.
  • Page 282 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key not detected  If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle (red display message) centrally or start the engine.

  • Page 283: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger ü to fasten their seat belts. Only for certain coun- tries: the red seat belt Fasten your seat belt (...

  • Page 284: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The red brake system WARNING warning lamp comes on The braking efficiency may be impaired. while the engine is run- There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 285 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the ®...

  • Page 286: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD func- The yellow ABS warning ®...

  • Page 287: Sport Handling Mode

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ÷ä or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 288 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ® ® ÷äå , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD ® function, hill start assist, the adaptive brake lights and ESP trailer ®...

  • Page 289: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ® ÷å , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist and ® trailer stabilisation are temporarily unavailable. ® The yellow ESP ® OFF warning ®...

  • Page 290: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a fault, for example: The yellow engine diag- in the engine management nostics warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.

  • Page 291: Bonnet

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator ing lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be mal- while the engine is run- functioning.

  • Page 292: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush. Check the coolant level and top up the coolant ( page 318).

  • Page 293: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres. The yellow tyre pres- sure monitor warning WARNING lamp (pressure loss/ With tyre pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- malfunction) is lit.
  • Page 295 Useful information ......294 Loading guidelines ......294 Stowage areas ........294 Features ..........299...

  • Page 296: Loading Guidelines

    Stowage areas or the permissible axle loads for the vehicle Useful information (including occupants). the boot is the preferred place to carry This Owner's Manual describes all mod- objects. els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- going to press.

  • Page 297: Glove Compartment

    Stowage areas The glove compartment can be cooled Close lockable stowage compartments page 146). while driving. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, Stowage compartment in the centre con- hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too sole large in the boot. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 294).

  • Page 298: Stowage Net

    Stowage areas Folding the seat backrest forwards up the preinstalled mobile phone holder page 303). Stowage net Stowage nets are located in the front- passenger footwell and on the left-hand side of the boot. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 294) and the safety notes regarding stowage spaces ( page 294).

  • Page 299: Bag Hook

    Stowage areas Folding back the seat backrest Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load, as these are only intended as an anti-slip protection for light loads. Do not route lashing materials across sharp edges or corners. Pad sharp edges for protection.

  • Page 300: Roof Carrier

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. located in the stowage compartment. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- cle.

  • Page 301: Important Safety Notes

    Features Attaching the roof carrier Cup holder in the front centre console Cup holders Vehicles with a steel roof Cover To open: slide cover ; back. Removing and fitting the cup holder Removing Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof Open covers : carefully in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 302: Ashtray

    Features Fitting Sun visors Overview Insert left-hand and right-hand grooves ; of the cup holder into lateral springs =. Mirror light Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of Bracket the upper section of cup holder : faces Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket forwards.

  • Page 303: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Cigarette lighter WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: the hot cigarette lighter falls a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects, for example There is a risk of fire and injury.

  • Page 304: Centre Console

    Features 12 V sockets General notes The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- ries include such items as bulbs or chargers for mobile phones. If you use the sockets for long periods when the engine is switched off, the battery may discharge.
  • Page 305 Features Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an Open the telephone compartment approved exterior aerial. This ensures: page 295). Place the mobile phone bracket into the optimal mobile phone reception quality in pre-installed fitting (see the separate the vehicle. installation instructions for the mobile mutual interference between the vehicle phone fitting).

  • Page 306: Important Safety Notes

    Features Programming Garage door opener Important safety notes Programming buttons Observe the "Important safety notes" WARNING page 304). When you operate or program the garage door with the integrated garage door opener, per- sons in the range of movement of the garage door can become trapped or struck by the garage door.
  • Page 307 Features You should test every position for at least Problems when programming 25 seconds before trying another position. If you have problems when programming the integrated garage door opener, please note Press and hold button B on remote control the following: A until indicator lamp : lights up green.

  • Page 308: Garage Door Opener

    Features Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition Country Radio type approval num- lock. Press button ;, = or ? which you have Frequency range (MHz) programmed to operate the garage door. BG (Bulga- Article 6 of Directive Garage door system with a fixed code: indi- ria) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 12 April...
  • Page 309 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) FI (Finland) Article 6 of Directive IS (Iceland) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May 13 May 05 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 FR (France) Article 6 of Directive...
  • Page 310 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) MT (Malta) Article 6 of Directive SK (Slova- Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 18 May kia) 1999/5/EC R&TTE Slovak MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 206/11/2005 4 May 05 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 NL (Nether-...

  • Page 311: Floormat

    Features Australia Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) GF (French Article 6 of Directive Guyana) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 10668 AU (Aus- 28 June 2005 13 May 05 tralia) MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 MHz: 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 NZ (New 20 March 06...

  • Page 312: Anti-Glare Film

    Features Retrofitted anti-glare film Retrofitted anti-glare film on the inside of the windows can interfere with radio/mobile telephone reception. This is particularly the case for conductive or metallic-coated films. You can obtain information about anti-glare film from a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 313 Useful information ......312 ASSYST PLUS ........312 Engine compartment ......313 Care ............ 319...

  • Page 314: Useful Information

    Information on the type of service and service wheel: press the % or a button. intervals (see separate Service Booklet). You can obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Displaying service messages The ASSYST PLUS service interval display Switch the ignition on.

  • Page 315: Engine Compartment

    Bonnet major assemblies or the vehicle. Important safety notes A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the WARNING ASSYST PLUS service interval display after An unlocked bonnet may open while driving the service work has been carried out. You and block your view.

  • Page 316: Active Bonnet (Pedestrian Protec Tion)

    Engine compartment You can reset a triggered active bonnet your- If you need to access the engine compart- self. ment: Even if the active bonnet has been triggered, switch off the ignition you can still continue driving and have it reset never enter the danger area of moving com- at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 317: Closing

    Engine compartment The lids of bonnet lifter ; are resting Make sure that the windscreen wipers are switched off. on the housings: close bonnet : page 315). The lids of bonnet lifter ; are not rest- ing on the housings: first lift up bon- net : on left-hand side ? and then on right-hand side B.

  • Page 318: Checking The Oil Level

    Engine compartment protection covers or anything similar. Doing so can cause the Onboard Diagnostics Sys- tem to display inaccurate values. Some of these values are legally required and must always be correct. Engine oil General notes on oil level Depending on your driving style, the vehicle Example: vehicles with a petrol engine consumes up to 0.8 l of oil per 1,000 km.

  • Page 319: Topping Up

    Check the oil level again with the oil dip- engine oils and oil filters tested and stick ( page 316). approved in accordance with the For further information on engine oil; see Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service page 376). Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 320 Engine compartment Slowly turn cap : half a turn anti-clock- Checking and adding other service wise and allow excess pressure to escape. products Turn cap : further anti-clockwise and Checking the coolant level remove it. If the coolant is at the level of marker bar WARNING = in the filler neck when cold, there is Certain components in the engine compart-...

  • Page 321: Care

    Use care products and cleaning agents rec- cleaning system. ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the washer fluid level drops below the rec- ommended minimum of 1 litre, a message appears in the multifunction display prompt-...

  • Page 322: High-Pressure Cleaner

    Use a soft sponge to clean. lights Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car seals shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. trim elements Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a ventilation slots gentle jet of water. Damaged seals or electrical components Do not point the water jet directly towards can lead to leaks or failures.

  • Page 323: Matt Paintwork

    Use tar remover to remove tar stains. Use silicone remover to remove wax. Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of recommended and Do not affix: approved Mercedes-Benz care products. stickers films Cleaning the windows magnetic plates or similar items WARNING to painted surfaces.

  • Page 324: Exterior Lighting

    Mercedes-Benz car Clean the inside and outside of the win- shampoo. Or clean the exterior lighting dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning with cleaning cloths.

  • Page 325: Reversing Camera

    Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning the trailer tow hitch Environmental note Dispose of oily and greasy cloths in an envi- ronmentally-responsible manner.

  • Page 326: Display

    This could lead to irrepara- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ble damage to the display. Before cleaning the display, make sure that Cleaning wooden trim and trim ele- it is switched off and has cooled down.

  • Page 327: Carpets

    Roof lining: if it is very dirty, use a soft ers down with a dry cloth. brush or a cleaning agent recommended Make sure that the leather does not and approved by Mercedes-Benz. become soaked. It may otherwise Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- become rough and cracked.
  • Page 329 Useful information ......328 Where will I find...? ......328 Flat tyre ..........330 Battery (vehicle) ........ 334 Jump-starting ........338 Towing and tow-starting ....340 Electrical fuses ......... 343...

  • Page 330: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed.

  • Page 331: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stow- age well under the boot floor. Apart from some country-specific var- iants, vehicles are not equipped with tyre- changing tools. Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle.

  • Page 332: Preparing The Vehicle

    Flat tyre If possible, bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead position. Switch off the engine. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove the key from the ignition lock. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the driver's do or. The on-board electronics have status 0, which is the same as the key having been removed.

  • Page 333: Flat Tyre

    Flat tyre If the pressure loss warning message It is therefore recommended that you addi- appears in the multifunction display: tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit tyres that do not feature run-flat Vehicles with a 4-button multifunction characteristics, e.g.
  • Page 334 Flat tyre Using the TIREFIT kit WARNING In the following situations, the tyre sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- tance, as it is unable to seal the tyre properly: there are cuts or punctures in the tyre larger than those mentioned above. the wheel rim is damaged.
  • Page 335 Flat tyre Tyre pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been achieved after five minutes: Switch off the tyre inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tyre. Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 10 m.

  • Page 336: Important Safety Notes

    Important safety notes In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with Work on the battery, e.g. removing or fitting, the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone requires specialist knowledge and the use of number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's special tools. Therefore, always have work on side.

  • Page 337: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) In the event of a short circuit or similar situa- Make sure that the positive terminal of a tion, inform a qualified specialist workshop connected battery does not come into con- immediately. Do not drive any further. You tact with vehicle parts.
  • Page 338 You You can also charge the battery with a can then no longer move the vehicle. charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. For more information, please contact a quali- The battery and the cover of the positive fied specialist workshop.
  • Page 339 Only charge the installed battery with a battery charger which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. These battery chargers allow the battery to be charged while still installed in the vehicle. Only use battery chargers with a maxi- mum charging voltage of 14.8 V.

  • Page 340: 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. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 341 Jump-starting Only use jump leads that have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. If the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start. This charges the empty battery a little. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.

  • Page 342: Important Safety Notes

    Towing and tow-starting First, remove the jump leads from earth point A and negative terminal ?, then from pos- itive clamp ; and positive terminal =. Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first. Close cover : of positive clamp ; after removing the jump leads. Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 343: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting When towing a vehicle with an automatic transmission, the transmission must be in position N. The battery must be connected and charged. Otherwise, you: cannot turn the key in the ignition lock to position 2 cannot shift the transmission to position N on vehicles with automatic transmission Vehicles with automatic transmission: release the selector lever lock manually to...

  • Page 344: With Both Axles On The Ground

    Towing and tow-starting As soon as the vehicle is loaded: Towing the vehicle with both axles on the ground Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by applying the parking brake. It is important that you observe the safety Vehicles with manual transmission: instructions when towing away your vehicle depress the clutch pedal fully and engage page 340).

  • Page 345: Electrical Fuses

    If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the ond gear and keep the clutch pedal fully cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- depressed. cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Release the brake pedal. Tow-start the vehicle.

  • Page 346: Fuse Box In The Boot

    Electrical fuses Make sure that the windscreen wipers are switched off. Open the bonnet. To open: release cover : at the top and open it downwards in the direction of the arrow. Remove any existing moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth. To open: take lines ;...

  • Page 347: Wheels And Tyres

    Useful information ......346 Important safety notes ....346 Operation ........... 347 Winter operation ....... 348 Tyre pressure ........350 Changing a wheel ......356 Fitting a wheel ........357 Wheel and tyre combinations ..361 Emergency spare wheel ....365...

  • Page 348: Useful Information

    National variations are pos- Accessories that are not approved for your sible. Note that your vehicle may not be vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or that are not equipped with all of the functions descri- being used correctly can impair operating bed.

  • Page 349: Operation

    Mercedes-Benz for your vehi- or other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive cle. Do not fit any other valve caps or sys- over kerbs, speed humps or similar eleva- tems, e.g.

  • Page 350: M+S Tyres

    Observe the notes on the emergency spare Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility wheel ( page 365). for this type of damage. MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat...

  • Page 351: Winter Operation

    Always observe the maximum permissible have been specially approved for your vehicle speed specified for the M+S tyres you have by Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- fitted. sponding standard of quality. If you fit M+S tyres that have a lower maxi-...

  • Page 352: Recommended

    Operation with an emergency spare Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps wheel: ( page 361). specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for Operation with a trailer: the applicable your vehicle onto the tyre valve. value for the rear tyres is the maximum tyre...

  • Page 353: Tyre Pressure

    Tyre pressure The tyres are cold: Environmental note if the vehicle has been parked with the tyres Check the tyre pressure regularly, at least out of direct sunlight for at least three every 14 days. hours and if the vehicle has not been driven further Tyre pressure loss warning system than 1.6 km Depending on the ambient temperature, the...

  • Page 354: Restarting

    Tyre pressure The function of the tyre pressure loss warning Press the C button. system is limited or delayed if: RFI active Restart: R message appears in the multifunction display. snow chains are fitted to your vehicle's Press the C button. tyres.

  • Page 355: Important Safety Notes

    Tyre pressure Important safety notes After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure loss warning system will monitor the set It is the driver's responsibility to set the tyre tyre pressures of all four tyres. pressure to the recommended cold tyre pres- sure suitable for the operating situation page 350).

  • Page 356: Checking The Tyre Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tyre pressure Further information can be found on: After a teach-in period, the tyre pressure monitor automatically recognises new Vehicles with a 4-button multifunction wheels or new sensors. As long as a clear steering wheel: ( page 270). allocation of the tyre pressure values to the Vehicles with a 12-button multifunction Tyre individual wheels is not possible, the...

  • Page 357: Restarting

    The radio type approval number for the tyre flap to ensure that the tyre pressure is set pressure monitor can be found online at: correctly in all four tyres for the current http://www.mercedes-benz.de/ operating conditions. betriebsanleitung. Also observe the notes in the section on tyre pressures ( page 350).

  • Page 358: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Interchanging the front and rear wheels of Country Radio type approval number differing dimensions can render the general Singa- Compliance with IDA Standard operating permit invalid. pore N0140-09 Observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Fitting a wheel" section ( page 357).

  • Page 359: Fitting A Wheel

    Fitting a wheel perform a wheel change on your vehicle, ponents damaged in this way can unexpect- consult a qualified specialist workshop. edly fail. There is a risk of an accident. Necessary wheel-changing tools can Do not use high-pressure cleaners with circu- include, for example: lar-jet nozzles to clean the vehicle.

  • Page 360: Raising The Vehicle

    Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is used incorrectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.

  • Page 361: Removing A Wheel

    Fitting a wheel Using wheel wrench :, loosen the bolts on Make sure that the base of the jack is posi- tioned vertically under the jacking point. the wheel you wish to change by about one full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts com- Turn crank ? clockwise until jack = sits pletely.

  • Page 362: Lowering The Vehicle

    For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the Turn the crank of the jack anti-clockwise respective wheel. until the vehicle is once again standing Be sure to use the original-length wheel bolts firmly on the ground.

  • Page 363: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    Notes on the vehicle equipment – always MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended fit the vehicle: (tyres featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- with tyres of the same size on a given axle tain AMG tyres) (left/right) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tyres...
  • Page 364 Wheel and tyre combinations V6 C 250 Sport, C 250 CDI Sport V7 C 63 AMG Not all wheel/tyre combinations can be fitted at the factory in all countries.
  • Page 365 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Summer tyres Light-alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 39 — — — — — — 195/60 R16 89 V 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 43 —...
  • Page 366 Wheel and tyre combinations Summer tyres Light-alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 235/40 ZR18 95 Y XL 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 — — — — — — 255/35 ZR18 94 Y XL 9.0 J x 18 H2 ET 54 9, 10 8.0 J x 19 H2 ET 45 —...

  • Page 367: Important Safety Notes

    Emergency spare wheel Winter tyres Light-alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 V7 235/40 R18 95 V XL 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 — — — — — — M+Si 235/40 R18 95 V XL 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 45 —...

  • Page 368: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Emergency spare wheel Spare wheel/"Minispare" emergency spare wheel The spare wheel or "Minispare" emergency spare wheel can be found in the stowage well under the boot floor. Lift the boot floor upwards ( page 298). To remove the spare wheel or "Minispare"...

  • Page 369: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Technical data "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tyres Wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 V5 V6 T 125/90 R16 98 M 3.5 B x 16 H2 ET 20 — — — Tyre pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/ 61 psi) T 125/80 R17 99 M 3.5 B x 17 H2 ET 20 —...

  • Page 371: Technical Data

    Useful information ......370 Information on technical data ..370 Vehicle electronics ......370 Identification plates ......372 Service products and capacities ..372 Vehicle data ........380 Trailer tow hitch ........ 381...

  • Page 372: Useful Information

    Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at vehicles with optional equipment. You can a qualified specialist workshop. When oper- obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ating in the vehicle, always connect the RF transmitter to the low-reflection exterior aer- ial.
  • Page 373 70 cm waveband connections intended for use with the basic GSM/DCS/PCS wiring. Be sure to observe the manufacturer's UMTS/LTE additional instructions when installing. Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 374: Identification Plates

    Service products and capacities ble to your vehicle on the vehicle's identi- Identification plates fication plate. Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Open the right-hand door. You will see vehicle identification plate :. Slide the right-hand front seat to its rear- most position.

  • Page 375: Service Products And Capacities

    If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi- Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in this cal attention. Do not induce vomiting. Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- Change any clothing that has come into priate section.

  • Page 376: Petrol

    Service products and capacities Petrol (EN 228, E DIN 51626-1) ther information from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Fuel grade Usually you will find information about the Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the petrol engine.

  • Page 377: Diesel

    Service products and capacities Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use Regular unleaded petrol with an octane fuel brands that have additives. rating of 91 RON/82.5 MON may also be used as a temporary measure if the recom- The quality of the fuel available in some coun- mended fuel is not available.

  • Page 378: Consumption Information

    (the greenhouse effect). Your The quality of the engine oil is decisive for the vehicle's CO emissions are directly related to function and service life of an engine. After fuel consumption and therefore depend on: extensive tests, Mercedes-Benz approves...

  • Page 379: Viscosity

    Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz vehicles with a petrol engine: MB engines. Approval 229.1, 229.3 or ACEA A3 Further information on tested and approved diesel engines: MB Approval 229.1,...

  • Page 380: Notes

    Brake fluid could otherwise damage the engine. WARNING Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications The brake fluid continuously absorbs mois- for Service Products, MB Specifications for ture from the air. This results in the boiling Service Products 310.1, e.g.

  • Page 381: Washer Fluid

    MB Sum- rosion inhibitor. merFit. Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ Mix 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accord- water. ance with MB Specifications for Service Prod- ucts 310.1.

  • Page 382: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Vehicle data Model :Opening height General notes C 63 AMG Please note that for the specified vehicle All other models 1669 mm data: the heights specified may vary as a result Missing values were not available at the time of going to print.

  • Page 383: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch C 63 AMG Vehicle length Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Vehicle width excluding exterior mirrors Vehicle height Wheelbase Maximum roof load Maximum boot load Trailer tow hitch Mounting dimensions Example: anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch Anchorage points If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, Overhang dimension...

  • Page 384: Trailer Loads

    Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads Use a drawbar noseweight as close as possible to the maximum permissible noseweight. Do not use a noseweight of less than 50kg, otherwise the trailer may come loose. Note that the payload and the rear axle load are reduced by the actual payload. The C 63 AMG model cannot be used to tow a trailer.
  • Page 385 Trailer tow hitch Manual transmission Automatic transmis- sion C 250 CDI 1180 kg 1185 kg C 250 CDI Sport – 1185 kg...
  • Page 387 Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Owner's Manual to the technical documenta-...
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