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  • Page 1 Supplement from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Digital form via the Internet You can find the Operator's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital form as an App The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple ® App store or Google Play.
  • Page 2 Blue- page) you can find more informa- tooth SIG Inc. Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- tion about a topic. cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Windshield wipers ........ 111 Introduction ......... 26 Protecting the environment ....26 Climate control ......... 114 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....26 Overview of climate control systems ... 114 Operator's Manual ......... 27 Operating the climate control sys- Service and vehicle operation ....27 tems ............
  • Page 5 Contents ASSYST PLUS ........281 Care ............. 282 Breakdown assistance ..... 291 Where will I find...? ......291 Flat tire ..........292 Battery (vehicle) ........297 Jump-starting ........299 Towing and tow-starting ...... 302 Fuses ........... 305 Wheels and tires ....... 307 Important safety notes ......
  • Page 6 Index Adaptive Brake Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ........ 66 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Damping System see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ......163 tion System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..163 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Adaptive Highbeam Assist drive) ..........164 Display message ......

  • Page 7: Index

    Display message ......226 Display message ......226 Displaying level ......179 Function/notes ......162 Function/notes ......179 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Setting the normal vehicle level ..163 Setting the raised vehicle level ..162 see Qualified specialist workshop AIRSCARF Authorized workshop Switching on/off ......
  • Page 8 Index Automatic transmission emer- Brake linings gency mode ........139 Display message ......215 Brakes ABS ..........62 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 66 Back button ........250 BAS ..........63 Backup lamp BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Display message ......221 Assist ..........
  • Page 9 Index Carpets .......... 290 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat Display ........... 289 anchors ..........60 Exhaust pipe ........288 On the front-passenger seat .... 61 Exterior lights ........ 287 Rearward-facing restraint system ..61 Children General notes ........ 282 Interior ........... 289 Special seat belt retractor ....
  • Page 10 Index Synchronization function (multi- Important safety notes ....150 media system) ....... 254 Setting a speed ......151 Climate control settings Storing and maintaining current Multimedia system ......253 speed ..........151 Climate control system Storing the current speed or call- Climate control ......
  • Page 11 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ....129 Lane Keeping Assist ...... 183 Driver's door Lane Tracking package ....181 see Doors PARKTRONIC ......... 164 Driving abroad Rear view camera ......171 Mercedes-Benz Service ....282 Traffic Sign Assist ......180 Driving Assistance PLUS package ... 184...
  • Page 12 Index Driving tips ECO start/stop function AMG ceramic brakes ..... 149 Automatic engine start ....127 Automatic transmission ....134 Automatic engine switch-off ..126 Brakes ........... 147 Deactivating/activating ....127 Break-in period ......121 General information ....... 126 DISTRONIC PLUS ......158 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 13 Index Notes on oil level/consumption ..278 Temperature (on-board computer, Favorites Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....205 Overview ........252 Entering an address Features ..........263 see also Digital Operator's Man- Filler cap ual ..........249 see Refueling ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Flat tire gram) Changing a wheel/mounting the...
  • Page 14 Index Before changing ......305 Installing/removing (rear) ....96 Head-up display Dashboard fuse box ....... 305 Fuse box in the engine compart- Adjusting the brightness ....204 ment ..........306 Displays and operating ....193 Fuse box in the front-passenger Function/notes ......
  • Page 15 Index Indicator and warning lamps Lane Keeping Assist COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Activating/deactivating ....184 PLUS ..........246 Activating/deactivating (on- Indicator lamps board computer) ......203 see Warning and indicator lamps Display message ......227 Indicators Function/information ....183 see Turn signals see Active Lane Keeping Assist Insect protection on the radiator ..
  • Page 16 Low-beam headlamps Memory function Display message ......221 Seats, steering wheel, exterior Replacing bulbs ......110 mirrors ........... 103 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Switching on/off ......106 Luggage cover 360°camera ........175 see Trunk partition Active Blind Spot Assist ....184 Lumbar support Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
  • Page 17 Index Preparing the vehicle ..... 328 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Raising the vehicle ......328 lamps ..........43 Removing a wheel ......330 Pets in the vehicle ......62 Securing the vehicle against roll- ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occu- ing away ........328 pant protection) .......
  • Page 18 Hill start assist ....... 126 General notes ........ 143 Releasing automatically ....144 Warning lamp ......... 243 Parking lamps QR code Switching on/off ......106 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 PARKTRONIC Rescue card ........31 Deactivating/activating ....166 Qualified specialist workshop ... 30...
  • Page 19 Index Quick access for audio and tele- Reflective safety jacket ....291 phone Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Changing the station/music tem) track ..........252 Important safety notes ....340 Refueling Fuel gauge ........35 Important safety notes ....140 RACE START (Mercedes-AMG vehi- Refueling process ......
  • Page 20 Index Route guidance Seat backrest display message ..235 see also Digital Operator's Man- Seat heating ........97 ual ..........249 Seat heating problem ...... 98 Route guidance active ...... 196 Seat ventilation ........ 98 Seat ventilation problem ....98 Storing settings (memory func- tion) ..........
  • Page 21 Index Important safety information ... 84 Special seat belt retractor ....59 Opening/closing ......85 Specialist workshop ......30 Opening/closing (all) ....... 85 Speed, controlling Problem (malfunction) ..... 86 see Cruise control Resetting ......... 86 Speedometer Reversing feature ......84 Activating/deactivating the addi- SIRIUS services tional speedometer ......
  • Page 22 Index Telephone Storing settings (memory func- tion) ..........103 Accepting a call (multifunction Steering wheel paddle shifters ..137 steering wheel) ......200 Authorizing a mobile phone (con- Stop&Go Pilot and Steering Assist .. 158 necting) ......... 256 Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....207 Connecting a mobile phone (gen- Stowage areas ........
  • Page 23 Index Important safety notes ....315 Maximum load on a tire (defini- Radio type approval for the tire tion) ..........326 pressure monitor ......317 Maximum loaded vehicle weight Restarting ........316 (definition) ........326 Warning lamp ......... 247 Maximum permissible tire pres- Warning message ......
  • Page 24 Index Trip odometer Character suggestions ....251 Deleting characters ....... 251 Calling up ........194 Entering a space ......251 Resetting (on-board computer) ..196 Trunk Entering characters ....... 251 Gesture control ......251 Important safety notes ....82 Handwriting recognition ....251 Locking separately ......
  • Page 25 Index Equipment ........27 Distance warning ......246 Individual settings ......201 Engine diagnostics ......243 Limited Warranty ......31 ® ..........240 Loading .......... 317 ® OFF ........242 Locking (in an emergency) ....82 Fuel tank ........243 Locking (SmartKey) ......
  • Page 26 Index Windshield Defrosting ........117 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 281 Important safety notes ....340 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ....113 Replacing the wiper blades .... 111 Switching on/off ......111 Winter driving Important safety notes ....

  • Page 27: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 250).

  • Page 28: Protecting The Environment

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...

  • Page 29: Operator's Manual

    Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.

  • Page 30: Roadside Assistance

    Program. For details, consult an authorized breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assis- Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the tance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 following addresses.

  • Page 31: Operating Safety

    Operating safety Operating safety There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high Important safety notes curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a WARNING curb, a speed bump or a pothole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the underbody or...

  • Page 32: Diagnostics Connection

    Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- essary, contact us at one of the following nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- addresses.

  • Page 33: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card

    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the vehicle's operating state (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz incidents USA, LLC. malfunctions If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may...

  • Page 34: Event Data Recorders

    EDR is commercially available, uations, and the location of the vehicle may be Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- disclaims any and all liability arising from the tem.

  • Page 35: Information On Copyright

    Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle can be found on the data carrier in your vehicle document wallet and, including updates, on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource Registered trademarks Registered trademarks: ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue- tooth SIG Inc.

  • Page 36: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Electric parking brake Diagnostics connection Combination switch Opens the hood Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Control panel for: DIRECT SELECT lever Activating Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot Climate control systems Switching on Active Lane Overhead control panel Keeping Assist...
  • Page 37 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page ! ABS malfunctioning Speedometer with segments ; Check Engine Warning and indicator lamps: Electric parking brake ® å ESP applied (red) ® ÷ ESP F USA only · Distance warning ! Canada only Ð...

  • Page 38: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...

  • Page 39: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Climate control systems Analog clock £ Hazard warning lamps Õ Media button (see Dig- ital Operator's Manual) Ø Vehicle functions/ system settings button (see $ Radio button (see Digi- Digital Operator's Manual) tal Operator's Manual) % Telephone button (see...
  • Page 40 Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Opens stowage compart- ment with Media Interface Ashtray Cigarette lighter Opens and closes the side Socket windows Cup holder è ECO start/stop func- tion Adjusts the volume Switches the sound on or off É...
  • Page 41 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Ashtray AIRCAP Cigarette lighter Opens stowage compart- Socket ment with Media Interface Cup holder Opens and closes the side Adjusts the volume windows Switches the sound on or off å...

  • Page 42: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Rear-view mirror reading lamp on/off Automatic anti-glare c Switches the front inte- Buttons for the garage door rior lighting on/off opener | Switches the automatic F Breakdown assistance interior lighting control call button (mbrace system) on/off...

  • Page 43: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = 7Zª\ Stores settings for the seat, Adjusts and folds the exterior exterior mirrors and steering mirrors in/out electrically column W Opens/closes the right Adjusts the seats electrically side window c Seat heating p Opens the trunk lid...

  • Page 44: Panic Alarm

    Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: The components of the restraint system work in for further information contact our Customer conjunction with each other. They can only...

  • Page 45: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 46 Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING cle. The child restraint system must be appro- If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot priate to the age, weight and size of the child perform its intended protective function.
  • Page 47 If you have such items located on or in your Only use seat belts that have been approved for clothing, e.g. pens, keys or eyeglasses, store your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. these in a suitable place. AMG Performance seat: this seat is designed only one person is using a seat belt at a time.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety Fastening seat belts Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Observe the safety notes on the seat belt Press seat-belt extender button ?. page 44) and the notes on correct use of seat Seat-belt extender = extends.

  • Page 49: Releasing Seat Belts

    Occupant safety All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are been fastened, the 7 seat belt warning lamp equipped with a special seat belt retractor to lights up again after the six seconds. As soon as securely fasten child restraint systems in the the driver's and front-passenger seat belts are vehicle.
  • Page 50 Occupant safety vehicle" ( page 58) in addition to the child To avoid hazardous situations, always make restraint system manufacturer's installation sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: and operating instructions. have fastened their seat belts correctly, Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent including pregnant women an air bag from functioning correctly.

  • Page 51: Front Air Bags

    When deployed, the front air bags offer addi- Mercedes-Benz. tional head and thorax protection for the occu- pants in the front seats. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp...

  • Page 52: Occupant Classification System

    Occupant safety The side impact air bag on the front-passenger of whether the front-passenger seat is occupied side deploys under the following conditions: or not. the OCS system detects that the front- passenger seat is occupied or Occupant Classification System the seat belt buckle tongue is engaged in the (OCS) belt buckle of the front-passenger seat...
  • Page 53 Occupant safety tem manufacturer's installation and operating aware of the status of the front-passenger front instructions. air bag both before and during the journey. WARNING Occupant Classification System opera- If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator tion (OCS) lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is disabled.
  • Page 54 If OCS determines that: workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp for this purpose. lights up after the system self-test and If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the remains lit.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety System self-test If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit when it should not, the front- DANGER passenger seat may not be used. Do not If both the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and install a child restraint system on the front- PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps do passenger seat.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( page 53). Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety WARNING Have the vehicle towed to a qualified special- ist workshop in order to have a deployed air If you place objects or clothing on the roll bar bag replaced. covers, these could impair roll bar extension. The roll bars may then not protect the vehicle It is important for your safety and that of your occupants as intended.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety Method of operation acceleration which occurs at various points in the vehicle. This process is pre-emptive in During the first stage of a collision, the restraint nature. Deployment should take place in good system control unit evaluates important physi- time at the start of the collision.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety Function Emergency Tensioning Devices, if the system determines that deployment can offer addi- ® PRE-SAFE intervenes: tional protection in this situation Head bags on the driver's and front- in emergency braking situations, e.g. when passenger side in certain situations when the BAS is activated vehicle rolls over, if the system determines in critical driving situations, e.g.
  • Page 60 For this reason, ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tions if the radar sensor system detects an a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children imminent head-on or rear-end collision.

  • Page 61: Children In The Vehicle

    You can obtain further information about the be immediately refastened. There is an correct child restraint system from any author- increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal. ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- tion to road and traffic conditions. Reactivate...
  • Page 62 Children in the vehicle WARNING ing systems on the child restraint system checked at a qualified specialist workshop, If the child restraint system is installed incor- before you install a child restraint system rectly on a suitable seat, it cannot protect as again.
  • Page 63 Children in the vehicle Always comply with the manufacturer's instal- This will help to rule out any risks that may arise lation and operating instructions for the child due to: restraint system used. an incorrectly categorized person in the front- Before every trip, make sure that the LATCH- passenger's seat type (ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged...

  • Page 64: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Pets in the vehicle Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are WARNING inattentive, the driving safety systems can nei- ther reduce the risk of an accident nor override If you leave animals unattended or unsecured the laws of physics.

  • Page 65: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Braking tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- ding and accidents. Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until the emergency braking situation is over. Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme- ABS prevents the wheels from locking. diately at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 66 Driving safety systems Important safety notes a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line vehicles quickly move into the radar sensor WARNING system detection range BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify Recognition by the camera system is also impaired in the event of: objects and complex traffic situations.

  • Page 67: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can react to: In particular, the detection of obstacles can be stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, impaired if: e.g. stopped or parked vehicles there is dirt on the sensors or anything else pedestrians in the path of your vehicle covering the sensors...
  • Page 68 Driving safety systems also react to stationary obstacles, such as stop- WARNING ped or parked vehicles. The distance warning function does not react: Autonomous braking function to people or animals to oncoming vehicles If the driver does not react to the distance warn- to crossing traffic ing signal in a critical situation, COLLISION PRE- VENTION ASSIST PLUS can assist with the...
  • Page 69 Driving safety systems been detected as such at least once over the Due to the nature of the system, particularly period of observation. complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause Brake Assist to intervene. Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist reacts to sta- If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a tionary obstacles.
  • Page 70 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP (except ® Drive on carefully. Have ESP checked at a Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) qualified specialist workshop. Important safety notes When towing the vehicle with the rear axle ® raised, observe the notes on ESP Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- page 303).
  • Page 71 Driving safety systems ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- ® bed in the following. If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels ® start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems ® ® To deactivate ESP : press button : until trailer stabilization ® the å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up in General information the instrument cluster. The ÷ message appears in the multi- ® trailer stabilization is not available in function display.
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems Important safety notes Pay attention to the important safety notes in the "Driving safety systems" section ® Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP page 62). switched off or deactivated because of a mal- function. ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package.
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also Always pay particular attention to the traffic impaired in the event of: situation and be ready to brake, especially if dirt on the camera or if the camera is covered ®...

  • Page 75: Protection Against Theft

    In the event that the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an authorized STEER CONTROL Mercedes-Benz Center or call General information 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 76 Protection against theft To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or The emergency call system sends a message or establishes a data connection provided KEYLESS-GO. that: Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system is armed after approximately ten seconds. you have subscribed to the mbrace service.

  • Page 77: Smartkey

    SmartKey Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do SmartKey not keep the SmartKey in the cargo compart- Important safety notes ment. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using WARNING the Start/Stop button. A brief radio connection between the vehicle If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, and the SmartKey determines whether a valid they could:...
  • Page 78 SmartKey multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual. You will receive visual and acoustic locking con- firmation if all components were able to be locked. When the locator lighting is activated via the multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey;...

  • Page 79: Mechanical Key

    SmartKey If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical Changing the settings of the locking key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked auto- system matically. You can change the settings of the locking sys- To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the tem.

  • Page 80: Checking The Battery

    Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. tery compartment cover : opens. Do not Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the hold battery compartment cover : closed batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- while doing so.
  • Page 81 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 78) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.
  • Page 82 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The vehicle is locked. started using the Start/ Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again. Stop button. The Smart- Key is in the vehicle. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. Check the SmartKey battery ( page 78) and replace it if necessary page 78).

  • Page 83: Doors

    Doors If a locked door is opened from the inside, the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consideration if: the vehicle was locked using the locking but- ton for the central locking, or locked automatically The vehicle will be fully unlocked if it had previ- ously been fully unlocked.
  • Page 84 Trunk Locking/unlocking the driver's door Trunk with the mechanical key Important safety notes If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using WARNING the mechanical key, begin by pressing the locking button for the interior locking mech- Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust anism while the driver's door is open.

  • Page 85: Trunk

    Trunk Closing Opening automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
  • Page 86 Side windows Trunk lid emergency release light: emergency release button : flashes for 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened emergency release button : flashes for 60 minutes after the trunk lid is closed Side windows Important safety notes WARNING To activate: close the trunk lid.

  • Page 87: Side Windows

    Side windows To close fully: pull the switch beyond the WARNING pressure point and release it. The reversing feature does not react: Automatic operation is started. to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- To interrupt automatic operation: press/ pull the corresponding switch again.
  • Page 88 Side windows To open all side windows fully: press Resetting the side windows switch : beyond the pressure point. If a side window can no longer be closed fully, To close all side windows: pull and hold you must reset it. button :.
  • Page 89 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- the trunk is only loaded to below the trunk mends that you only open or close the soft top partition.
  • Page 90 Soft top If the soft top does not open or close fully, the soft-top hydraulics are depressurized and the soft top is lowered: after approximately 7 minutes when the igni- tion is switched on after about 20 seconds if the ignition is switched off Opening/closing with the soft top switch To open: pull and hold soft top switch : until...

  • Page 91: Soft Top

    Soft top To lock moving parts. Release the switch if somebody becomes trapped. You can lock the soft top again if it is not locked fully. Opening and closing Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traf- The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the fic conditions.
  • Page 92 Soft top To open: Activating and deactivating AIRCAP All vehicles: push trunk partition ; using the handle against the direction of the arrow to its upper end position. To close: Vehicles with a partially electrical trunk partition: press button :. Trunk partition ;...
  • Page 93 Remove the folding wind screen from the bag. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wind screens which have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 94 Soft top Removing Pull handles ? on the left and right one after the other and slide folding wind screen : out of fixture A from above. Folding wind screen : is unlocked. Pull folding wind screen : out of both rear fixtures =.

  • Page 95: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area the following while driving: Further related subjects:...
  • Page 96 Seats WARNING Always drive with the head restraints instal- led. Before driving off, make sure for every The seat belt does not offer the intended level vehicle occupant that the center of the head of protection if you have not moved the back- restraint supports the back of the head at rest to an almost vertical position.

  • Page 97: Adjusting The Head Restraints

    Seats Adjusting the seats electrically WARNING If the head restraints are not installed or not adjusted correctly, they cannot provide pro- tection as intended. There is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking.
  • Page 98 Seats Folding the seat backrest forward page 95) up or down in the direction of the arrow. Vehicles with AMG Performance seat: the height of the head restraints cannot be adjusted. Installing and removing rear head restraints You can have the rear seats' head restraints removed and installed by a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 99 Seats To adjust the side bolsters of the seat back- and could even cause injuries. There is an rest increased risk of injury. To set narrower: press button =. Before each journey, make sure that the back- To set wider: press button ?. rest engages fully as described.
  • Page 100 Seats The blue indicator lamps in the button indicate If the battery voltage is too low, the seat the ventilation level you have selected. heating may switch off. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the If drive program E is selected, the power of ignition lock ( page 122).

  • Page 101: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel The three red indicator lamps in the button indi- The electrically adjustable steering wheel can cate the heating level you have selected. still be adjusted when there is no key in the igni- tion lock. Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 102: Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors Position of the steering wheel for driv- WARNING If children activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea- ture, they can become trapped, particularly The steering wheel is moved to the last selected position when: when unattended. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the the driver's door is closed and you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock...

  • Page 103: Mirrors

    Mirrors dow defroster is switched on and the outside Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- temperature is low. ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. Folding the exterior mirrors in or out electrically WARNING The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side reduces the size of the image.

  • Page 104: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors The exterior mirror on the driver's side and the If the exterior mirrors have been folded in rear-view mirror automatically go into anti-glare manually, they do not fold out. mode if: Exterior mirror pushed out of position the ignition is switched on incident light from headlamps strikes the sen- If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of sor in the rear-view mirror...

  • Page 105: Memory Function

    Memory function Saving using the memory button Only use the memory function on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary. You can store the parking position of the exte- rior mirror on the front-passenger side using WARNING memory button M :. The reverse gear must not be engaged.
  • Page 106 Memory function Adjust the seat accordingly ( page 95). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel page 99) and the exterior mirrors page 101). Press memory button M and then press one of the memory position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.

  • Page 107: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode Exterior lighting WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- USA only: if you wish to drive during the daytime beam headlamps may not be switched on without lights, switch off the Daytime Run‐...

  • Page 108: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting When the engine is running and the vehicle is To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the stationary: if you move the selector lever from a SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or driving position to P, the daytime running lamps start the engine.

  • Page 109: Cornering Light Function

    Exterior lighting switch on a turn signal lamp using the com- High-beam flasher bination switch, only the turn signal lamp on Turn signal, left the corresponding side of the vehicle will To indicate briefly: press the combination flash. switch briefly to the pressure point in the The hazard warning lamps switch on automati- direction of arrow ;...

  • Page 110: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Important safety notes If you are driving at speeds above approx- imately 19 mph (30 km/h) and no other road WARNING users are detected: The high-beam headlamps are switched on Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize automatically. The K indicator lamp on the road users: instrument cluster also lights up.

  • Page 111: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Use bulbs only in closed lamps that have been Interior lighting control designed for this purpose. Only install spare bulbs of the same type and the specified volt- General notes age. In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life discharging, the interior lighting functions are of the bulbs.
  • Page 112 Replacing bulbs Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. Replacing front bulbs (vehicles with Press on housing cover : and turn it clock- halogen headlamps) wise. Low-beam headlamps Turn signals Switch off the lights. Open the hood. Remove the cover in the front wheel housing Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and page 110).

  • Page 113: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers To remove: switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Turn rotary knob : 180° outwards until it stops using a suitable object. Cover ; is released. Fold cover ; up. To install: insert cover ; into the left, right and two lower catches.
  • Page 114 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper.
  • Page 115 Windshield wipers Slide the catch ; in the direction of arrow = Remove the protective film : from the ser- until it engages in the locking position with a vice indicator on the tip of the wiper blade. noticeable click. If the color of the service indicator changes from Make sure that the wiper blade is seated cor- black to yellow, the wiper blades should be...

  • Page 116: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most particles of Overview of climate control systems dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous pollutants and odors. A General notes clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied Observe the settings recommended on the fol- to the vehicle interior.
  • Page 117 Operating the climate control systems Sets climate control to automatic ( page 116) Defrosts the windshield ( page 117) Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system ( page 254) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 118) Activates or deactivates synchronization ( page 117) Switches air-recirculation mode manually on/off (...
  • Page 118 Operating the climate control systems Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly.

  • Page 119: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems back to automatic mode, the indicator lamp Activating or deactivating the syn- above rocker switch à lights up again. chronization function General notes Setting the temperature Climate control can be set centrally using the Dual-zone automatic climate control: different synchronization function.
  • Page 120 Operating the climate control systems the indicator lamp above the ¿ rocker If you clean the windows regularly, they do switch remains switched off. not fog up so quickly. To switch off: press rocker switch ¬ up or down. The indicator lamp above the ¬ rocker Rear window defroster switch goes out.

  • Page 121: Air Vents

    Air vents Activating/deactivating Air vents Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- Important safety notes tion lock ( page 122). To activate: press rocker switch g up or WARNING down. Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air The indicator lamp above rocker switch g vents.
  • Page 122 Air vents To open or close: turn control = to the counter-clockwise or clockwise as far as it will To adjust the air direction: hold side air vent ; by control = and move it up or down or to the left or right. Adjusting the rear air vents (see the Digital Operator's Manual).

  • Page 123: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle

    Driving Always observe the maximum permissible Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle speed. Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving Self-locking rear axle differential safety systems adjusts automatically while a (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) certain distance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.

  • Page 124: Key Positions

    Driving Key positions WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, SmartKey safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake.
  • Page 125 Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the If Start/Stop button : has not yet been SmartKey: pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition. the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the To switch on the power supply: press ignition lock.
  • Page 126 Driving General notes Starting the engine The catalytic converter is preheated for up to Important safety notes 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the engine may change during this time. WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Automatic transmission they could: Shift the transmission to position j...

  • Page 127: Pulling Away

    Driving take the SmartKey with you when leaving the Also make sure that: vehicle, even if you only leave it for a short time. the fuel tank is sufficiently filled Pay attention to the important safety notes. the starter battery has been sufficiently Depress the brake pedal and keep it charged depressed.

  • Page 128: Hill Start Assist

    Driving Important safety notes be moved but the parking lock remains engaged. WARNING Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds If the engine is switched off automatically and after a cold start. This helps the catalytic con- you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted verter to reach its operating temperature more quickly.
  • Page 129 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO the battery is sufficiently charged start/stop function the system detects that the windshield is not fogged up when the air-conditioning system is switched on Mercedes-AMG vehicles the hood is closed the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is fastened All of the vehicle's systems remain active when the engine is stopped automatically.
  • Page 130 Driving To deactivate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; goes out. To activate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehi- cle stops.

  • Page 131: Dynamic Select Switch

    DYNAMIC SELECT switch Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The fuel tank is empty. start. The starter motor Refuel the vehicle. can be heard. The reserve fuel warning lamp is lit and the fuel gauge display is at the reserve level.
  • Page 132 DYNAMIC SELECT switch Additional settings the steering the availability of the ECO start/stop function climate control the driver assistance systems the availability of gliding mode Further information for automatic drive program characteristics ( page 135). Additionally, in drive program I you can config- ure the respective vehicle characteristics using the multimedia system.

  • Page 133: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Each time you start the engine with the Smart- Automatic transmission Key or the Start/Stop button, drive program C is activated. For further information about starting Important safety notes the engine, see ( page 124). 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 134: Shifting To Neutral

    Automatic transmission Shifting to neutral sion position display on the multifunction dis- play ( page 133). WARNING Selecting park position If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle is coasting, do not shift the automatic trans- open the doors, thus endangering other mission directly from h to k, from k to h...

  • Page 135: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission All vehicles: switch the ignition on. Transmission positions Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Park position Engage neutral i. This prevents the vehicle from rolling away when stopped. Release the brake pedal. Only shift the transmission into posi- Release the electric parking brake.
  • Page 136 Automatic transmission reduces load change reactions and is conducive Neutral to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by Do not shift the transmission to i the double-clutch function depends on the drive while driving. Otherwise, the auto- program selected. matic transmission could be dam- aged.
  • Page 137 Automatic transmission Gliding mode is deactivated under the following the automatic transmission shifts up later. conditions: the fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission you depress the accelerator pedal. shift points. you depress the brake pedal. the suspension exhibits particularly stiff you change the transmission position springing and damping settings (vehicles with...
  • Page 138 Automatic transmission Drive program E (Economy) gliding mode is not available. the ECO start/stop function is not available. Drive program E is characterized by the follow- ing: Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) the vehicle exhibits comfortable, economical Drive program S+ is characterized by the fol- handling characteristics.
  • Page 139 Automatic transmission Temporary setting Drive program I (Individual) In drive program I the following properties of the drive program can be selected: the drive (engine management) the transmission management ® page 67) the suspension activation of the exhaust flap. Information about configuring drive program I with the multimedia system can be found under "DYNAMIC SELECT"...

  • Page 140: Shift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission tection against reaching the overrevving range in the multifunction display. Always make sure that the engine speed does not reach the red area of the tachometer. To shift down: pull steering wheel paddle shifter :. The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear.
  • Page 141 Automatic transmission During kickdown, you cannot shift gears using the steering wheel paddle shifters. If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans- mission shifts up to the next gear when the maximum engine speed is reached. This pre- vents the engine from overrevving. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: kickdown is only possible in the temporary setting.
  • Page 142 Refueling ® Since ESP engages automatically, the igni- If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- tion must be switched off (the SmartKey or tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- Start/Stop button must be in position g or ing. 1) if Immediately change out of clothing which the electrical parking brake is being tested has come into contact with fuel.

  • Page 143: Refueling

    Refueling If you unlock/lock the vehicle from the outside, Press the fuel filler flap in the direction of the fuel filler flap also unlocks/locks. arrow :. The fuel filler flap swings up. The position of the fuel filler cap is displayed in the instrument cluster 8.
  • Page 144 Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 145: Parking

    Parking To ensure that the vehicle is secured against the SmartKey from the ignition, the automatic rolling away unintentionally: transmission shifts to j automatically. With the Start/Stop button: if you then open the electric parking brake must be applied. the driver's door or the front-passenger door, the transmission must be in position j and the automatic transmission shifts to j auto- the SmartKey must be removed from the igni-...
  • Page 146 Parking Applying automatically The function of the electric parking brake is dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- The electric parking brake is automatically board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in applied when the transmission is in position j the system, it may not be possible to apply the and: released parking brake.

  • Page 147: Driving Tips

    Driving tips If your seat belt is not fastened, the following Driving tips conditions must be fulfilled to automatically release the electric parking brake: General driving tips the driver's door is closed. Important safety notes you are shifting out of transmission position j or you have previously driven faster than WARNING 2 mph (3 km/h).

  • Page 148: Drinking And Driving

    Always have work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
  • Page 149 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with In addition to driving style, the actual consump- an inner and outer area. The sections corre- tion is affected by other factors, such as: spond to the following three categories: load Tire pressure Acceleration (evaluation of all accel-...

  • Page 150: Wet Roads

    This type of damage Carefully depress the brake pedal and the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- beginning and end of a journey. ranty. Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 151 Compensate for brake pads/linings that have been approved this by applying greater force to the brake pedal. by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent Keep this in mind, and adapt your driving and standard of quality braking accordingly during this break-in period.

  • Page 152: Winter Driving

    If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the stone on the path towards autonomous driving.

  • Page 153: Driving Systems

    Driving systems speed, for braking in good time and for staying in Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. lane. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or Do not use cruise control: down ;. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. in road and traffic conditions which do not Cruise control is activated.
  • Page 154 Driving systems the cruise control lever up : or down ; to Change into a lower gear in good time on long the pressure point. and steep downhill gradients. This is especially Every time the cruise control lever is pressed important if the vehicle is laden.

  • Page 155: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Important safety notes DISTRONIC PLUS can neither reduce the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your driving style WARNING nor override the laws of physics. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take account of road, weather and DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: traffic conditions.
  • Page 156 Driving systems Cruise control lever Activating Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ? or push it up : or down ;. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The vehicle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front, but only up to the desired stored speed.
  • Page 157 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS When you change lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS mon- itors the left lane (on left-hand-drive vehicles) or the right lane (on right-hand-drive vehicles). Pulling away and driving If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC Stopping PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal.
  • Page 158 Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated when the vehicle is stationary and: a system malfunction occurs. the power supply is insufficient. If a malfunction occurs, the transmission may also be shifted to position j automatically. Setting a speed Push the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ;...
  • Page 159 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS Displays in the assistance graphic Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deac- There are several ways to deactivate tivated DISTRONIC PLUS: Vehicle in front, if detected Briefly push the cruise control lever Distance indicator, current distance to the forward :.
  • Page 160 Driving systems Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot helps you keep the vehicle in the center of the lane by means of moderate steer- General notes ing interventions in a speed range from Pay particular attention in the following traffic 0–125 mph (0–200 km/h).
  • Page 161 Driving systems vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not leave a visual warning. A steering wheel symbol the lane. appears in the multifunction display. If you have still not started to steer and have not taken hold The system may be impaired or may not function of the steering wheel after five seconds at the latest, a warning tone also sounds to remind you there is poor visibility, e.g.
  • Page 162 Driving systems Deactivating Steering Assist and Stop&Go To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in Pilot the following or similar situations: Press button ;. when towing the vehicle Indicator lamp : goes out. The DTR+: Steering Assist.
  • Page 163 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function ® Depending on the selected ESP mode, there is an increased risk of skidding and having an The HOLD function is deactivated automatically accident. Make sure that no persons, animals or obstacles are within range of the vehicle. you depress the accelerator and the trans- mission is in position h or k Observe the safety notes on driving safety...
  • Page 164 Driving systems To cancel: pull the left steering wheel paddle lowered automatically to improve driving safety shifter ( page 137). and to reduce fuel consumption. There is also the option to manually adjust the vehicle level. AIRMATIC consists of level setting, level control To confirm: pull the right steering wheel pad- and ADS (Adaptive Damping System).

  • Page 165: Suspension Tuning

    Driving systems If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Comfort tuning In the E and Cdrive programs, the driving char- Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicle is acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta- raised by 0.6 in (15 mm) compared to the ble.
  • Page 166 Driving systems Sport mode Press button : repeatedly until indicator lamps ; and = go out. You have selected Comfort mode. AMG Suspension System COMFORT mes- sage appears in the multifunction display. 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) 4MATIC ensures permanent drive for all four ®...
  • Page 167 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a replace- ment for your attention to your immediate sur- roundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space. Make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and parking in/leaving park- ing spaces.
  • Page 168 Driving systems If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- One or more segments light up as the vehicle evant warning displays light up and a warning approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- cle's distance from the obstacle: imum, the distance may no longer be shown.

  • Page 169: Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.

  • Page 170: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 166) warning messages during the two parking spaces are located directly next parking procedure.
  • Page 171 Driving systems that are parallel to the direction of travel and When PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehi- Active Parking Assist brakes automatically during the parking process. You are respon- sible for braking in good time. at right angles to the direction of travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) wider than your vehicle Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym-...
  • Page 172 Driving systems Park Assist Active Select R Observe If PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, Active Surroundings message appears in the multi- Parking Assist brakes automatically whilst the function display. vehicle exits the parking space. You are responsible for braking in good time. As soon as the parking procedure is complete, Park Assist Switched Off message...
  • Page 173 Driving systems the steering before the vehicle has exited the Rear view camera parking space completely. This is useful if you recognize that it is already possible to pull out of General notes the parking space. Canceling Active Parking Assist Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself.
  • Page 174 Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Objects not at ground level may appear to Observe the notes on cleaning be further away than they actually are, e.g.: page 288) the bumper of a parked vehicle if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this the drawbar of a trailer case, have the camera position and setting the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch...
  • Page 175 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Bumper Red guide line at a distance of approximately Backing up straight into a parking space 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle without steering input If the transmission is shifted to position k, guide lines appear in the camera image.
  • Page 176 Driving systems Reverse perpendicular parking with steer- ing input Parking space markings White guide lines – for current steering input White guide lines = should be as close to par- After driving past the parking space, stop the allel with parking space markings : as possi- vehicle safely.

  • Page 177: Object Detection

    Driving systems "Wide-angle" function The cameras cover the immediate surroundings of the vehicle. The system supports you, for example when parking or if vision is restricted at an exit. You can show images from the 360° camera in full-screen mode or in six different split-screen views on the multimedia system.
  • Page 178 Driving systems Activation conditions persons, animals or objects in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and parking in parking The image from the 360° camera appears if: spaces. the multimedia system is switched on You are always responsible for safety, and must always pay attention to your surroundings when 360°...
  • Page 179 Driving systems see the top view of the vehicle and the image Top view with picture from the rear view from the rear view camera. camera You cannot stop the 360° camera display if reverse gear is engaged. Selecting the split-screen view or full screen mode Switching between split screen views: To switch to the line with the vehicle icons:...
  • Page 180 Driving systems Top view with picture from the front cam- Top view with image from the side cam- eras Symbol for the split screen setting with top Symbol for the top view and forward-facing view and front camera image side camera setting Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Yellow guide line for the vehicle width imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the front of the...
  • Page 181 Driving systems Exiting 360° camera display mode if the time has been set incorrectly in active driving situations, such as when you Shift the transmission to position j. change lanes or change your speed The ATTENTION ASSIST tiredness assessment Drive forwards at a speed greater than 6 mph is deleted and restarted when continuing the (10 km/h).
  • Page 182 Driving systems Selection Standard: the sensitivity with which the navigation system are used to determine the the system determines the attention level is set current speed limit. to normal. Traffic Sign Assist is a map-based system, and Selection Sensitive: the sensitivity is set for this reason, traffic signs put up temporarily higher.

  • Page 183: Instrument Cluster Display

    Driving systems Instrument cluster display sors. A warning lamp lights up in the exterior mirrors and draws your attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area. If you then Displaying the assistance graphic switch on the corresponding turn signal to Call up the assistance graphic display func- change lane, you will also receive an optical and tion using the on-board computer...

  • Page 184: Collision Warning

    Driving systems Monitoring area Warning lamp In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors there is poor visibility, e.g. due to fog, heavy rain, snow or spray there are narrow vehicles, e.g.

  • Page 185: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Display in the assistance graphic Important safety notes WARNING Lane Keeping Assist may not always clearly recognize lane markings. In this case, Lane Keeping Assist may: give an unnecessary warning not give a warning There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and stay in lane, in particular if warned by Lane Keeping Assist.
  • Page 186 Driving systems the distance to the vehicle in front is too small you switch on the turn signals. In this event, and the lane markings thus cannot be detec- the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time. the lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.
  • Page 187 Driving systems area. If you then switch on the corresponding Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- turn signal to change lane, you will also receive approved way. an optical and audible warning. If a risk of lateral Any unauthorized modification to this device collision is detected, corrective braking may could void the user's authority to operate the...
  • Page 188 Driving systems The detection of obstacles can be impaired in If you select the reverse gear, Active Blind Spot the case of: Assist is not operational. The brightness of the warning lamps is auto- there is dirt on the sensors or anything else matically adapted to the brightness of the sur- covering the sensors roundings.
  • Page 189 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist If a course-correcting brake application occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the exterior mir- ror and a double warning tone sounds. In addi- General notes tion, a display underlining the danger of a side collision appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 190 Driving systems Lane-correcting brake application In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist If you leave your lane, under certain circumstan- can: ces the vehicle will brake briefly on one side. give an unnecessary warning and then This is meant to assist you in bringing the vehicle make a course-correcting brake application back to the original lane.
  • Page 191 Driving systems you have switched on the turn signal. page 201) appear in green. Active Lane Keeping Assist is ready for use. ® a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP To deactivate: press button ;. ® PRE-SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist. Indicator lamp : goes out.

  • Page 192: Instrument Cluster Lighting

    Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting WARNING If you operate information systems and com- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle.

  • Page 193: Outside Temperature Display

    Displays and operation Tachometer Operating the on-board computer Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this could damage the engine. The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine when the red band is reached.
  • Page 194 Displays and operation In all menus: confirms the selected Mute entry in the list ó Vehicles with multimedia system In the Radio Media menu: Audio 20: opens the list of available radio Switches on voice-operated con- sources or media trol for navigation (see the manu- In the Telephone menu: switches...

  • Page 195: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Displays and operation a DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ( page 158) Switching the head-up display on/off _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 107) è ECO start/stop function ( page 126) ë HOLD function ( page 160) Head-up display General notes The head-up display projects information from...

  • Page 196: Standard Display

    Menus and submenus AMG displays in the head-up display Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can select the following menu: Trip menu ( page 194) Navi menu (navigation instructions) page 196) Radio menu ( page 198) Media menu ( page 198) Telephone menu ( page 200)

  • Page 197: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current fuel For further information on the ECO display, see page 146). consumption Trip computer "From Start" or "From Reset" Range of the fuel supply Current fuel consumption Recuperation display Distance Press the ò button on the steering wheel Driving time to open the menu list.
  • Page 198 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Press the : or 9 button to select the digital speedometer. Resetting values Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Trip...
  • Page 199 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced with a Change of direction without lane recom- lane recommendation mendation Target of the change of direction Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to the change of direction Distance to change of direction and visual Change-of-direction symbol distance display Recommended lane and new lane during a...
  • Page 200 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Name of artist tion system Name of track The multifunction display shows station ; with station frequency or station name. The preset position is only displayed along with station ; if this has been stored.
  • Page 201 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering To select an audio player or media:press wheel. a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. To open the media sources list: press a briefly. Press : or 9 to select the correspond- The list shows the following media sources, ing audio player or media.
  • Page 202 Menus and submenus To select a DVD single drive or disc: press You will see one of the following display mes- sages in the multifunction display: a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. Phone READY or the name of the network Press : or 9 to select the correspond- provider: the mobile phone has found a net- ing DVD single drive or disc.
  • Page 203 Menus and submenus If there is more than one number for a Confirm by pressing a on the steering particular name: press the 6 or a wheel. The assistance graphic displays the status of button to display the numbers. and information from the following driving Press the : or 9 button to select the systems or driving safety systems: number you want to dial.
  • Page 204 Menus and submenus Assistance submenu Activating/deactivating COLLISION PRE- VENTION ASSIST PLUS ® Deactivating/activating ESP Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Observe the "Important safety notes" section in ® the description of ESP page 67). Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Settings...
  • Page 205 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Press the ò button on the steering wheel Press : or 9 to select the DriveAs‐ to open the menu list. sist submenu. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Press a to confirm.
  • Page 206 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Switch on the Head-up Display ( page 193). wheel. Press the ò button on the steering wheel Press : or 9 to select the Head-up to open the menu list. Display submenu.
  • Page 207 Menus and submenus Restoring the factory settings Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press the ò button on the steering wheel Press the : or 9 button on the steering to open the menu list. wheel to select the Settings menu.
  • Page 208 Menus and submenus SETUP atures ? and A are displayed in white in the multifunction display. Display in Mercedes-AMG C 63 vehicles If the multifunction display shows oil temper- ature ? or A in blue, the engine or the transmission are not yet at normal operating temperature.
  • Page 209 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering ECO Start/Stop Active/Inactive/Off wheel. ® On/Off or SPORT handling mode Press : or 9 repeatedly until the Sport RACETIMER appears. SETUP shows the following functions and set- To start: press the a button to start the tings: RACETIMER.

  • Page 210: Display Messages

    Display messages Lap statistics Continuing the RACETIMER Press : or 9 to select Continue. Lap time Press a to confirm. Average lap speed Resetting the RACETIMER Lap length This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACE- TIMER.

  • Page 211: Message Memory

    Display messages When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: HOLD function ( page 160) Parking ( page 142) Hiding display messages Press the a or % button on the steering wheel. The multifunction display hides the display message. High-priority display messages are shown in red in the multifunction display.
  • Page 212 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's tion.
  • Page 213 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Inoperative See tion. Operator's Manual The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
  • Page 214 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instru- Operator's Manual ment cluster and a warning tone sounds.
  • Page 215 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 216 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 217 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position j.
  • Page 218 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily inoperative due tion Assist Plus to a malfunction. Adaptive Brake Assist may also have failed. Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. PRE-SAFE Inopera‐ ®...
  • Page 219 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
  • Page 220 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service Required Rear The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 221 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are bag Disabled See deactivated during the journey although: Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 222 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are enabled bag Enabled See during the journey although: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
  • Page 223 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 51). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The bulb in question is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 224 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Operator's Manual Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. Clean the windshield.
  • Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 226 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the condition of charge is too low. Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 227 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Mercedes-AMG C 63 vehicles: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. Check Engine Oil Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will oth- Level (Add 1 quart) erwise be damaged.
  • Page 228 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone also ATTENTION ASSIST: sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
  • Page 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and Currently Unavaila‐ temporarily inoperative. ble See Operator's Possible causes are: Manual Active The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Lane Keeping Assist Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 230 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering inter- vention was active. While steering intervention is active, make sure that the multifunc- tion steering wheel is not touched unintentionally. ® The vehicle has started to skid and ESP has intervened.
  • Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Now DISTRONIC PLUS is operational again after having been temporarily Available unavailable. You can now reactivate DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 154). DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative.
  • Page 232 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. There are no lane markings for a longer period.
  • Page 233 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Canada only: Soon The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires the tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly WARNING...
  • Page 234 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 235 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
  • Page 236 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position h is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position h.
  • Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Close all the doors. The driver's or front passenger's seat backrest is not engaged. A warning tone also sounds. Lock Seat Backrest Push the backrest back until it engages.
  • Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof is not locked. If you drive at speeds of more than 35 mph (60 km/h), you cannot Open/Close Conver‐ open or close the soft top. tible Top Completely Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

  • Page 239: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  The SmartKey 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 cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.
  • Page 240 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six sec- onds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 241 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 242 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
  • Page 243 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 244 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp å ® N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is activated. ®...
  • Page 245 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
  • Page 246 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. In addition, the ; Check Engine warning lamp may light up. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
  • Page 247 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
  • Page 248 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic.
  • Page 249 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 250 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Page 251: Multimedia System

    Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this Opera- traffic conditions and driving, and increase the tor's Manual describes the basic principles for risk of an accident.

  • Page 252: Cleaning Instructions

    Operating system Press the thumbwheel to the right of the con- Operating system troller. Overview Press the 8 button on the multifunction General notes steering wheel. If the audio output is switched off, the status Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your line will show the 8 symbol.

  • Page 253: Operating System

    Operating system To exit the menu: briefly press the % Swiping with two fingers, e.g. using this func- button. tion: The multimedia system changes to the next To show or hide the audio menu: swipe up higher menu level in the current operating or down with two fingers.
  • Page 254 Operating system Quick access for audio Changing the station/music track To exit the menu To return to handwriting recognition To use the phone book or text templates (COMAND) Depending on the audio source that is currently To select the input line or changes the posi- activated, you can use this function to select the next station or music track.
  • Page 255 Operating system Adding favorites Important climate control functions can be set in the climate control bar: Adding a predefined favorite Temperature Airflow Air distribution The climate control bar is visible in most dis- plays. You can find all available climate control func- tions in the climate control menu.
  • Page 256 Operating system Calling up the climate control menu Settings in the bottom bar of the cli- mate control menu Multimedia system: Select Vehicle. Switching cooling with air dehumidifica- The vehicle menu is displayed. tion on/off Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the Call up the climate control menu climate control bar is activated.
  • Page 257 Operating system The route calculation includes roads which is possible, park the vehicle paying attention require you to pay a usage fee (toll). to traffic conditions and operate the equip- Use Carpool Lanes (only available in the ment when the vehicle is stationary. USA) Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access You must observe the legal requirements for the...
  • Page 258 Book Access Profile) and MAP (Message tions. ® profiles, the follow- Access Profile) Bluetooth select destinations from Mercedes-Benz ing information will be transmitted after you Apps connect: select geo-coordinates Phone book Call lists...
  • Page 259 Operating system Switching between mobile phones COMAND: Select PhoneQConnect If you have authorized more than one mobile DeviceQSearch for PhonesQStart phone, you can switch between the individual Search. phones. The available mobile phones are displayed. Multimedia system: Symbols in the device list Select Connect Device.
  • Page 260 Operating system Inserting an SD card The SD card slot is located in the stowage com- partment under the armrest. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until the SD card engages. The side with the con- tacts must face down. Select the media source ( page 257).

  • Page 261: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's Stowage areas door. Loading guidelines The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. WARNING Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust sible and as low down in the trunk as possible. gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 262 Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front Eyeglasses compartment Glove box To open: press marking :. The eyeglasses compartment opens down. To open: pull handle : and open glove box Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is flap ;. always closed while the vehicle is in motion. To close: fold glove box flap ;...
  • Page 263 Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol- Rear bench seat through-loading fea- lowing may be in the stowage space: ture an SD card slot Important safety notes a multimedia connector unit with two USB ® ® ports, e.g. for iPod , iPhone or MP3 player WARNING...
  • Page 264 Stowage areas Left and right seat backrest Move the driver's or front-passenger seat forward if necessary. Fold rear seat backrest : back until it engages. If the rear seat backrest is not engaged and locked, this will be shown in the multifunction display in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 265: Features

    Features Parcel net Stowage well under the trunk floor The following items are located beneath the Important safety notes cargo compartment floor: WARNING the folding box If objects in the passenger compartment are tire-change tool kit stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be the TIREFIT thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
  • Page 266 Features Cup holder in the front center console pants may come into contact with the liquid and if it is hot, they may be scalded. You may be distracted from the traffic conditions and you could lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

  • Page 267: Front Ashtray

    Features To open: open the stowage compartment page 260). Push the cover of the ashtray upwards at its right side =. To remove the insert: hold the sides of insert ?, push it forward and lift it up ; and out.
  • Page 268 Features If you have connected a device to the 12 V Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob. socket, leave the cover of the stowage com- Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is partment open. This prevents the cover from out of reach of children.

  • Page 269: Emergency Call

    GPS reception is available Have the system checked at the nearest the vehicle position can be forwarded to the Mercedes-Benz Service Center or contact the Customer Assistance Center following service hotlines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at...
  • Page 270 To call: press Roadside Assistance but- mobile phone network is not available. The indi- ton :. cator lamp in the SOS button flashes continu- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ously. tomer Assistance Center. Call Failed message appears in the mul- The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance tifunction display and must be confirmed.
  • Page 271 During the call, you can change to To call: press Info call button :. the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI but- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ton on the multimedia system, for example. tomer Assistance Center.

  • Page 272: Call Priority

    ï Info call button to four way points. is flashing continuously. You are prompted to confirm route guidance to no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz the address entered. Customer Assistance Center was estab- lished. SelectYes...
  • Page 273 15 to 60 minutes. After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be valet locked remotely. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: The vehicle remote closing feature is available if...
  • Page 274 Transferring Data... message. If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for The vehicle data is sent to the Customer longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz Assistance Center. Customer Assistance Center is automatically Depending on what the customer service rep- notified.

  • Page 275: Downloading Routes

    Features Geo fencing Information on Roadside Assistance page 28). Geo fencing allows you to select areas which the vehicle should not enter or leave. You will be Downloading routes informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries of the selected areas. You can select the way in Downloading routes allows you to transfer and which you receive this information beforehand.
  • Page 276 Features door opener, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free of charge) ® More information on HomeLink...
  • Page 277 Features Several attempts might be necessary. You Proceed as follows: should test every position for at least if you live in Canada. 25 seconds before trying another position. if you have difficulties programming the garage door opener (regardless of where you Synchronizing the rolling code live) when using the programming steps.
  • Page 278 Features Clearing the memory The garage door opener is compatible with devices which operate in the frequency range Make sure that you clear the memory of the of 280 to 433 MHz. integrated garage door opener before selling the Replace the batteries in garage door remote vehicle.

  • Page 279: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes Opening the hood WARNING WARNING If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
  • Page 280 Engine compartment WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components. Certain components, such as the radiator fan, may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition is off. There is a risk of injury. If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment: switch off the ignition never reach into the area where there is a...
  • Page 281 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service operating temperature Products is available at any authorized All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG C 63 Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 282 Engine compartment Additional service products Let an overheated engine cool down before opening the hood. If there is a fire in the Important safety notes engine compartment, keep the hood closed and contact the fire department. WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- Checking coolant level ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot.

  • Page 283: Assyst Plus

    ASSYST PLUS If necessary, add coolant that has been tested Information on the type of service and service and approved by Mercedes-Benz. intervals (see the separate Maintenance Book- let). Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.

  • Page 284: Driving Abroad

    Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to select the Service menu and confirm with An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can obtain Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to further information from any authorized...

  • Page 285: Care

    Care Make sure that the automatic transmission After the vehicle has been washed, brake is in neutral position i when washing your carefully while paying attention to the traffic vehicle in a tow-through car wash. The vehicle conditions until full braking power is restored. may otherwise be damaged.

  • Page 286: Power Washers

    Use a soft sponge to clean. Ventilation slots Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Damaged seals or electrical components can shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. lead to leaks or failures. Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- tle jet of water.
  • Page 287 If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the Cleaning the vehicle parts case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the Cleaning the soft top care product used.
  • Page 288 Use only the care products and cleaning agents recommended and approved Clean net ; of the wind deflector with a soft by Mercedes-Benz for this. brush or a moist cloth. If there is a large amount of dirt on the net:...

  • Page 289: Cleaning The Windows

    There agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. cleaning cloths.
  • Page 290 Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn sig- nals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Cleaning the sensors...

  • Page 291: Interior Care

    Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tic trim. This maintains the high-quality look of tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. the surfaces. Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth.
  • Page 292 Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod- clean DINAMICA covers with a damp cloth. ucts recommended and approved by Make sure that you wipe entire seat sec- Mercedes-Benz. tions to avoid leaving visible lines. Cleaning the seat covers Cleaning the seat belts...

  • Page 293: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Information on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing/replacing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a laundry dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in the Do not dry-clean safety jacket compartments in the stowage...
  • Page 294 Flat tire Towing eye Vehicles with a tire-change tool kit General notes Apart from certain country-specific variations, the vehicles are not equipped with a tire-change tool kit. Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle. For more information on which tire changing tools are required and approved to perform a wheel change on your vehicle, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 295: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Open the driver's door. The driving distance possible in run-flat mode The vehicle electronics are now in position may be reduced by extreme driving conditions u. This means: "Key removed". or maneuvers, or it can be increased through a moderate style of driving.
  • Page 296 Flat tire workshop with regard to their further use. The Immediately change out of clothing which defective tire must be replaced in every case. has come into contact with tire sealant. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately. TIREFIT kit Residue from the tire sealant may come out Important safety notes...
  • Page 297 Flat tire Do not switch off the tire inflation com- pressor during this phase. Let the tire inflation compressor run for a maximum of ten minutes. The tire should then have attained a pressure of at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi). If a pressure of 200 kPa (2.0 bar/29 psi) has been attained after five minutes, see "Tire pres- sure reached"...
  • Page 298 The filler hose remains attached to the tire In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- sealant bottle. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or Drive to the nearest qualified specialist work- call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or shop and have the tire changed there.

  • Page 299: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Have the tire sealant bottle and the filler hose Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle replaced as soon as possible at a qualified body to remove any existing electrostatic specialist workshop. build-up. Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every four years at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 300 After the work has been done, install the bat- charge the battery with a charger recommended tery and replace the cover of the positive ter- by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- minal clamp firmly. ist workshop for further information. Have the battery condition of charge checked...

  • Page 301: Jump-Starting

    Only use battery chargers with a maximum battery charger which has been tested and charging voltage of 14.8 V. approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING cles and tested and approved by Mercedes- During charging and jump-starting, explosive Benz is available as an accessory.
  • Page 302 Jump-starting All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion battery: WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep children away from batteries. Wash away battery acid immediately with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention.
  • Page 303 Jump-starting All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion battery: do not start the engine if the battery is frozen. Let the battery thaw first. Jump-starting may be performed only using batteries with a nominal voltage of 12 V. Only use jumper cables which 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.
  • Page 304 Towing and tow-starting First, remove the jumper cables from ground point ? and negative terminal =, then from pos- itive clamp : and positive terminal ;. Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first. Close cover A of positive terminal : after removing jumper cables. Fold panel B shut.

  • Page 305: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting The vehicle can be towed a maximum of 30 miles (50km). The towing speed of 30 mph (50 km/h) must not be exceeded. If the vehicle has to be towed more than 30 miles (50km), the entire vehicle must be raised and transported.

  • Page 306: All Vehicles

    Towing and tow-starting vehicle is not permitted. The drive train may Towing a vehicle with both axles on otherwise be damaged. the ground The automatic transmission automatically shifts All vehicles to position j when you open the driver's or front-passenger door or when you remove the You may only secure the vehicle by the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 307: Fuses

    You can obtain further information cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuse box in the front-passenger foot- Only use fuses that have been approved for...
  • Page 308 Fuses To close: clip in cover : at the rear. Insert lid ? into the bracket at the rear of the fuse box. Fold cover : forwards until it engages. Fold down lid ? of the fuse box and tighten screws =.

  • Page 309: Operation

    Notes on high performance tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Due to the special tire tread in combination rectly can impair the operating safety. with the optimized rubber compound, there is...
  • Page 310 (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire valve cap or other valve caps approved by tread. Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law.

  • Page 311: Winter Operation

    ( page 293). thereby damaging the tires permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for Only mount tires of the correct size onto the this type of damage. wheels. Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the WARNING first 60 miles (100 km).
  • Page 312 There is a risk of an accident. Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding Follow recommended tire inflation pressures standard of quality. For more information, and check the pressure of all the tires includ- please contact a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 313: Tire And Loading Information Placard

    Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
  • Page 314 Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 315 Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.

  • Page 316: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ sure loss warning system. sure. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Press a to confirm. of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the tire is Run Flat Indicator Active Press penetrated by a foreign object.
  • Page 317 Tire pressure trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres- sure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the warning lamp will flash for approximately a minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
  • Page 318 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating sure. pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether the Press a to confirm. warning lamp flashes or lights up indicates The multifunction display shows the current whether a tire pressure is too low or the tire tire pressure of each wheel.

  • Page 319: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- for monitoring. In most cases, the tire pressure monitor will automatically detect the new refer- sure monitor ence values after you have changed the tire pressure. However, you can also set reference Country Radio type approval number values manually as described here.
  • Page 320 Loading the vehicle Number of seats B-pillar, driver's side Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to Maximum permissible gross vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be weight rating found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard.
  • Page 321 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is cle. That weight may not safely exceed the 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- Example: steps 1 to 3...

  • Page 322: Vehicle Identification Plate

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)

  • Page 323: All About Wheels And Tires

    You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 308).
  • Page 324 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard General: depending on the manufacturer's page 325) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may DOT, Tire Identification Number...
  • Page 325 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.

  • Page 326: Maximum Load Rating

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. You can find information on this under "Tires"...

  • Page 327: Tire Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
  • Page 328 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.

  • Page 329: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Rotating the wheels The combined weight of those optional extras WARNING that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 5 lbs (2.3 kg). These Interchanging the front and rear wheels may optional extras, such as high-performance severely impair the driving characteristics if brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-...
  • Page 330 Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from the tires are installed corresponding to the direction of rotation. rolling away An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation. Storing wheels Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
  • Page 331 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. Vehicles with plastic hub cap: The jack is designed only to raise and hold the...
  • Page 332 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Note that the hub cap should be tightened to the specified torque of 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the hub cap installed at a qualified specialist workshop. Position jack B at jacking point A.

  • Page 333: Lowering The Vehicle

    Only use wheel bolts that have been designed on the ground. for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- Place the jack to one side. sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel.

  • Page 334: Wheel/Tire Combination

    , and are marked as follows: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been spe- cifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 335 Wheel/tire combination Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip the vehicle: with tires of the same size on a given axle (left and right) with the same type of tires at a given time (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended tires) Exception: it is permissible to install a differ- ent type or make in the event of a flat tire.

  • Page 336: Information Regarding Technical Data

    Deviations with respect to frequency bands, maximum transmission outputs or antenna The operating permit may be invalidated if positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. the instructions for installation and use of RF transmitters are not observed.

  • Page 337: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 30 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 15 W...
  • Page 338 Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is Engine number not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. Products approved by Mercedes-Benz are listed in this Operator's Manual in the appropriate section.

  • Page 339: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Service products and filling capacities Other identifications, for example: Model Of which reserve 0 W-30 5 W-30 Mercedes-AMG vehicles Approx. 5 W-40 2.6 US gal (10.0 l) All other models Approx. Fuel 1.8 US gal (7.0 l) Important safety notes Gasoline WARNING Fuel grade...
  • Page 340 In such cases, http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed The table shows which engine oils have been with the cleaning additive recommended by approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 341 You could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found Brake fluid in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the WARNING Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 342 Windshield washer system Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Important safety notes The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for WARNING R-134a refrigerant.

  • Page 343: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Refrigerant instruction label Vehicle data General notes Please note that for the specified vehicle data: the heights specified may vary as a result of: tires load condition of the suspension optional equipment optional equipment reduces the maximum payload. Example: refrigerant instruction label Warning symbol Dimensions and weights...
  • Page 344 Vehicle data Mercedes-AMG C 43 All other models 4MATIC Vehicle height when open- 78.2 in Vehicle height, ing/closing the roof, C 300 (1987 mm) when opening/clos- 4MATIC ing the roof Wheelbase 111.8 in Wheelbase 111.8 in (2840 mm) (2840 mm) Turning circle Turning circle, C 300 38.4 ft (11.7 m)

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