Page 1 B-Class Electric Drive Operator's Manual É2425848800gËÍ 2425848800 Order no. P242 0017 13 Part no. 242 584 88 00 Edition A 2017...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Introduction ......... 22 Overview of climate control systems ..99 Protecting the environment ....22 Operating the climate control sys- Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....22 tems ............ 100 Operator's Manual ......... 23 Air vents ..........106 Service and vehicle operation ....23 Operating safety ........
Page 5 Contents Breakdown assistance ..... 241 Where will I find...? ......241 Flat tire ..........241 Batteries ..........246 Jump-starting ........249 Towing ..........251 Fuses ........... 254 Wheels and tires ....... 257 Important safety notes ......257 Operation ..........257 Winter operation ........
Page 6 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Audio system lamps ..........39 see separate operating instructions Side impact air bag ......45 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Window curtain air bag ....45 see Qualified specialist workshop Air vents Authorized workshop Important safety notes ....106 see Qualified specialist workshop Rear ..........
Page 7: Index
Index AUTO lights Brake lamps Display message ......180 Display message ......178 Brake system see Lights Automatic car wash (care) ....234 Driving safety systems ..... 64 Brakes Automatic headlamp mode ....87 ABS ..........59 Automatic transmission BAS ..........59 Display message ......
Page 8 Index Charging cable Power washer ........ 235 Rear view camera ......238 Connecting ........124 Roof lining ........240 Controls ......... 123 Seat belt ........239 Important safety notes ....122 Seat cover ........239 Removing ........125 Sensors ......... 237 Storing ...........
Page 9 Index Pre-entry climate control at time Filling capacity ....... 285 of departure (on-board computer) .. 164 Important safety notes ....284 Cooling Pre-entry climate control via key ... 105 Pre-entry climate control via key see Climate control (on-board computer) ...... 164 Copyright ..........
Page 10 ..........110 Snow chains ........259 Switching off ........129 Wet road surface ......134 Driver's door DVD video see Doors Operating (on-board computer) ..160 Driving abroad see also Digital Operator's Man- Mercedes-Benz Service ....234 ual ..........201...
Page 11 Index see Lights Exterior mirrors E‑CELL display ........152 Adjusting ......... 84 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Dipping (automatic) ......84 bution) Out of position (troubleshooting) ..84 Display message ......170 Storing settings (memory func- Function/notes ........ 63 tion) ..........86 ECO display Storing the parking position .....
Page 12 Index Generated electrical energy (Audio Reserve, warning lamp ....199 20) ............120 Terms of use ........119 High-voltage disconnect device ..26 Genuine parts ........22 Hill start assist ........111 Glove box ........... 208 HOLD function Google™ Local Search Activating ........
Page 13 Index Loading guidelines ......207 Locking Jack see Central locking Storage location ......241 Locking (doors) Using ..........277 Automatic ........73 Emergency locking ......73 From inside (central locking but- ton) ..........72 Key positions Locking centrally Start/Stop button ......109 see Central locking KEYLESS-GO Locking verification signal (on-...
Page 14 Index Multifunction display Speed alert ........225 System .......... 219 Function/notes ......155 Triggering the vehicle alarm ... 226 Permanent display ......165 Multifunction steering wheel Vehicle remote unlocking ....223 Mechanical key Operating the on-board computer .. 154 Function/notes ........ 68 Overview ..........
Page 15 Index On-board computer Rear view camera ......145 Parking aid Assistance graphic menu ....162 Assistance menu ......162 see Exterior mirrors Audio menu ........160 see Rear view camera Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Display messages ......167 Displaying a service message ..233 Deactivating/activating ....
Page 16 Replacing the wiper blade ....97 Switching on/off ......95 Rear-view mirror QR code Anti-glare (manual) ......83 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Dipping (automatic) ......84 Rescue card ........28 Recharging statistics (COMAND) Qualified specialist workshop ... 27 Generated electricity ..... 120 Recuperative Brake System Driving safety systems .....
Page 17 Index Reverse gear Adjusting the head restraint .... 80 Engaging ........112 Cleaning the cover ......239 Reversing feature Correct driver's seat position ... 79 Side windows ........75 Folding the backrest (rear com- Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..24 partment) forwards/back ....211 Important safety notes ....
Page 18 Index Convenience closing feature .... 77 Switching on/off ......88 Start/Stop button Convenience opening feature ..76 Important safety information ... 75 Removing ........110 Opening/closing ......76 Starting the drive system ....110 Problem (malfunction) ..... 78 Starting (vehicle) ....... 110 Resetting .........
Page 19 Index Opening dimensions ...... 286 Warning lamp ......... 200 Opening/closing (from outside) ..74 Warning message ......265 Tank content TIREFIT kit .......... 243 Fuel gauge ........32 Important safety notes ....243 Technical data Storage location ......241 Capacities ........283 Tire pressure not reached ....
Page 20 Index Traffic reports Maximum tire load ......272 Maximum tire load (definition) ..274 see also Digital Operator's Man- MOExtended tires ......259 ual ..........201 Optional equipment weight (defi- Trailer hitch ......... 26 nition) ..........275 Trailer tow hitch ........26 PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- Transmission inition) ...........
Page 21 Index From inside the vehicle (central see also Digital Operator's Man- unlocking button) ......72 ual ..........201 USB devices Connecting to the Media Inter- Seat ..........283 face ..........206 Type plate ........282 Warning and indicator lamps Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ..217 Vehicle ABS ..........
Page 22 Index Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ........102 Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 232 Important safety notes ....285 Windshield wipers Display message ......188 Problem (malfunction) ..... 98 Rear window wiper ......95 Replacing the wiper blades ....96 Switching on/off ......
Page 23: 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 202).
Page 24: Protecting The Environment
Mercedes-Benz. This manner. Contact a qualified specialist work- could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant shop which has the necessary specialist systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual-...
Page 25: Operator's Manual
(1) has been subject to repair four or more Service and vehicle operation times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its Warranty repair. The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in...
Page 26: Operating Safety
If you drive your vehicle abroad, please note that service facilities or replacement parts may not Maintenance be immediately available. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available for Always bring the Maintenance Booklet with you delivery in Europe through our European Deliv- when taking the vehicle to an authorized ery Program.
Page 27: Operating Safety
Operating safety should have all work to electrical and elec- tronic equipment carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g.
Page 28: Antenna
Warning nection in the vehicle, which is approved for Vehicles with an electric motor generate much your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. less driving noise than vehicles with internal combustion engines. As a result, your vehicle may not be heard by other road users until it is...
Page 29: Customer Relations Department
Install the floormats an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- essary, contact us at one of the following securely and as specified in order to ensure addresses.
Page 30: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card
Mercedes-Benz Limited tions and defects Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle War- ranty.
Page 31: Information On Copyright
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 32 Information on copyright ® ® iPod and iTunes are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. ® Logic7 is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries. ® ® Microsoft and Windows media are regis- tered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. ® SIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius XM Radio Inc.
Page 33: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Climate control systems Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Diagnostics connection warning display Opens the hood Overhead control panel...
Page 34: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Speedometer with segments Power display Warning and indicator lamps: Warning and indicator lamps: L Low-beam headlamps 6 Restraint system T Parking lamps ü Seat belt not fastened K High-beam headlamps é RBS (Recuperative Brake System) ®...
Page 35: 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 36: Center Console
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the £ Hazard warning lamps separate operating instruc- PASSENGER AIR BAG indica- tions) tor lamp c Seat heating Selects the drive program c Parking Assist &...
Page 37: Center Console Lower Section
Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Ashtray Stowage compartment with Media Interface Cigarette lighter Socket Multimedia system control- Stowage compartment ler (see the separate operat- ing instructions) Stowage compartment Cup holder...
Page 38: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/deactivates the override feature for the r45= Saves side windows in the rear the seat and exterior mirror compartment settings Adjusts the seats electrically...
Page 39: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear com- Buttons for the garage door partment interior lighting opener on/off F Roadside assistance p Switches the right- call button (mbrace system) hand reading lamp on/off G SOS button (mbrace | Switches the front inte- system)
Page 40: Safety
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 41: Occupant Safety
Occupant safety Restraint system warning lamp PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp The functions of the restraint system are checked after the ignition is switched on and at regular intervals while the drive system is run- ning. Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in good time.
Page 42: Seat Belt
Occupant safety Important safety notes bled or deactivated ( page 45). Be sure to observe the notes on "Seat The use of seat belts and child restraint systems belts“ ( page 40) and "Air bags" is required by law in: page 43).
Page 43 Mercedes-Benz vehi- When fastening the seat belt, always make sure cle. The child restraint system must be appro-...
Page 44: Fastening
Occupant safety Seat belt for the center rear seat Seat belts are only intended to secure and restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the If the left-hand rear seat backrest is folded down "Loading guidelines" for securing objects, lug- and back up again, the rear center seat belt may gage or loads ( page 207).
Page 45: Important Safety Notes
Occupant safety increasing intensity for 60 seconds or until the the head restraint must support the head at driver or front passenger have fastened their about eye level. seat belts. Move the driver's and front-passenger seats If the driver or front passenger unfasten their as far back as possible.
Page 46: Knee Bag
Occupant safety no accessories, such as cup holders, are attached to the vehicle within the deployment area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows, rear side trim or side walls. no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are in the pockets of your clothing.
Page 47: Side Impact Air Bag
You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
Page 48: Conditions
Occupant safety Requirements The indicator lamps inform you whether the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated or To be classified correctly, the front passenger enabled. must sit: Press the Start/Stop button once or twice, or with the seat belt fastened correctly turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the in an almost upright position with their back ignition lock.
Page 49 Occupant safety passenger front air bag is enabled or disa- belt guide on the child restraint system. The bled in accordance with the person in the shoulder belt strap must be routed forwards front-passenger seat and downwards from the vehicle belt sash guide.
Page 50: System Self-Test
Mercedes-Benz recommends that contact with the vehicle's interior, especially you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if the person is sitting too close to the dash- for this purpose. board. This poses an increased risk of injury or If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the even fatal injury.
Page 51 Occupant safety BAG ON indicator lamp lights up for 60 seconds facing child restraint system must, as far as and then goes out. possible, be resting on the backrest of the If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is front-passenger seat.
Page 52 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the front- on the front-passenger seat are met ( page 46).
Page 53 Occupant safety and to have any malfunctioning air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags triggered, if: continue to perform their protective function for the ignition is switched on the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.
Page 54: Children In The Vehicle
For this reason, conditions: Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the OCS system detects that the front- a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children passenger seat is occupied or are generally better protected there.
Page 55: Children In The Vehicle
Children in the vehicle Special seat belt retractor Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: WARNING release the parking brake. If the seat belt is released while driving, the shift the transmission out of park position P child restraint system will no longer be start the vehicle's drive system.
Page 56: Child Restraint System
You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any author- accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. ing systems on the child restraint system checked at a qualified specialist workshop, WARNING...
Page 57: Top Tether
Children in the vehicle systems are installed on the left and right of the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat secur- rear seats. ing system Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle's WARNING seat belt system. Install the child seat according LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems to the manufacturer's instructions.
Page 58: Anchors
Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
Page 59: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes
Children in the vehicle Forward-facing child restraint system WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- If it is absolutely necessary to install a forward- facing child restraint system on the front- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: passenger seat, always move the front- release the parking brake.
Page 60: Pets In The Vehicle
Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...
Page 61: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in play messages which may be shown in the good time, and for staying in lane. Always adapt instrument cluster ( page 168). your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance Braking from the vehicle in front.
Page 62: Active Brake Assist
Driving safety systems When deactivated, the distance warning func- Active Brake Assist tion and the autonomous braking function are also deactivated. General information If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the æ Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- symbol appears in the assistance graphic dis- tion ( page 58).
Page 63: Braking Assistance Appropriate To The Situation
Driving safety systems Braking assistance appropriate to the Function situation Starting at a speed of approximately 4 mph (7 km/h), the distance warning function warns General information you if you rapidly approach a vehicle in front. An intermittent warning tone will then sound, and Observe the "Important safety notes"...
Page 64: General Notes
Driving safety systems ETS (Electronic Traction System) to crossing traffic when cornering Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 58). As a result, Adaptive Brake Assist may not intervene in all critical conditions. There is a ® ETS traction control is part of ESP risk of an accident.
Page 65: Characteristics
Driving safety systems ® Characteristics of ESP Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an ® extended period with ESP deactivated. You General information could otherwise damage the drivetrain. ® If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before ® Deactivating/activating ESP ®...
Page 66: Protection Against Theft
Protection against theft the brake system checked at a qualified spe- the braking performance of the electric cialist workshop. motor may be either reduced or not effec- tive Observe information regarding indicator and brake pedal resistance may be lower than warning lamps ( page 193) as well as display usual...
Page 67: Protection Against Theft
The READY display in must be outside the vehicle. the multifunction display does not appear. The alarm is stopped. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Press the Start/Stop button on the dash- 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 68: Smartkey
SmartKey SmartKey SmartKey functions Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in &...
Page 69: Smartkey
SmartKey Locking and unlocking You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the SmartKey with you. You can combine the func- tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven- tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the &...
Page 70: Important Safety Notes
SmartKey approximately six seconds until the battery check lamp flashes twice ( page 69). Lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS- If the setting of the locking system is changed GO. The SmartKey must be outside the vehi- within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing cle.
Page 71: Replacing
National guide- lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Checking the battery Press mechanical key ; into the opening in the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow until battery tray cover : opens.
Page 72: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: try again to lock or unlock the the SmartKey. vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey.
Page 73 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con- trol function: Unlock ( page 73) or lock (...
Page 74: Doors
Doors To unlock and open a front door: pull door Doors handle ;. Important safety notes If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and opens. WARNING To unlock a rear door: pull up locking knob :.
Page 75: Doors
Doors from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm Unlocking the driver's door (mechan- system. Switch off the alarm ( page 65). ical key) If a locked door is opened from the inside, the If the vehicle can no longer be locked or previous unlock status of the vehicle will be unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, taken into consideration if:...
Page 76: Cargo Compartment
Cargo compartment Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be page 68). found in the "Vehicle data" section page 286). Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. You should preferably place luggage or loads in the cargo compartment.
Page 77: Side Windows
Side windows Pull the tailgate down using handle :. Side windows Allow the tailgate to drop into the lock. Important safety notes If necessary, lock the vehicle with the & button on the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO. WARNING While opening the side windows, body parts could become trapped between the side win- Tailgate emergency release dow and the door frame as the side window...
Page 78: Convenience Opening Feature
Side windows To close fully: pull the switch beyond the WARNING point of resistance 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 79: Convenience Closing Feature
Side windows Convenience closing feature Important safety notes WARNING When using the convenience closing feature, parts of the body could be trapped in the clos- ing area when a side window is being closed. There is a risk of injury. Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing feature is oper- Touch recessed sensor surface : on the...
Page 80 Side windows Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 81: 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 82: Adjusting The Head Restraint
Seats Make sure that there are no objects in the motion. This could cause you to lose control of footwell under or behind the seats when mov- the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. ing the seats back. There is a risk that the Always make sure that the driver's seat is seats and/or the objects could be damaged.
Page 83: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port
Seats With this function you can adjust the distance tection as intended. There is an increased risk between the head restraint and the back of the of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the seat occupant's head. event of an accident or when braking.
Page 84: Seat Heating Problem
Seats Raises the backrest contour The three red indicator lamps in the button indi- Softens the backrest contour cate the heating level you have selected. Lowers the backrest contour The system automatically switches down from Hardens the backrest contour level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes.
Page 85: Steering Wheel
Mirrors Steering wheel Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Release lever Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- Adjusts the steering wheel height...
Page 86: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting
Mirrors mirror using button = as long as the indicator Exterior mirrors lamp is lit. Adjusting the exterior mirrors Press button = up, down, or to the right or left until you have adjusted the exterior mirror WARNING to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.
Page 87: Memory Function
Memory function Engage reverse gear. Immediately change out of clothing which The exterior mirror on the front-passenger has come into contact with electrolyte. side moves to the default parking position. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical Use button = to adjust the exterior mirror to attention immediately.
Page 88: Storing Settings
Memory function Adjust the seat ( page 80). While the memory function is making adjust- Adjust the exterior mirror on the driver's side ments, make sure that no one has any body page 84). parts in the sweep of the seat. If somebody Briefly press the M memory button and then becomes trapped, immediately release the press preset position button 1, 2 or 3 within...
Page 89: Exterior Lighting
General notes setting is automatically selected according to the brightness of the ambient light (exception: For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- poor visibility due to weather conditions such as mends that you drive with the lights switched on fog, snow or spray): even during the daytime.
Page 90: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting To switch on the low-beam headlamps: Combination switch turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to posi- tion 2 or start the drive system. Turn the light switch to L. The green L indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.
Page 91: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting direction you are turning, enabling better visi- Hazard warning lamps bility in tight bends, for example. It can only be activated when the low-beam headlamps are switched on. Active: if you are driving at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn signal or turn the steering wheel if you are driving at speeds between 25 mph...
Page 92: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs Control panel in the grab handle in the Replacing bulbs rear compartment Important safety notes Xenon bulbs: DANGER Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You can get an electric shock if you remove the cover of the Xenon bulb and touch the electrical con- tacts.
Page 93: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and rub it off with a lint-free cloth. Protect bulbs from moisture during operation. Do not allow bulbs to come into contact with liquids. Besides the Xenon bulbs, there are other bulbs that you cannot replace yourself.
Page 94: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Replacing front bulbs Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. Removing and installing the cover in the Press on housing cover : and turn it to the front wheel housing right.
Page 95: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs Pull out bulb holder ;. Pull the bulb out of bulb holder ;. Pull the bulb out of bulb holder ;. Insert new bulb into bulb holder ;. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. Insert bulb holder ;.
Page 96: License Plate Lamp
Replacing bulbs Reach under the right-hand side of trim B Backup lamp G: pull the bulb out of bulb and lightly tug along the entire length of the holder E. trim in order to unclip A it. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder. Pull out connector C of the surround lighting Rear fog lamp H: press the bulb gently into by releasing the latches.
Page 97: Windshield Wipers
Windshield wipers Lever out lamp lens : and remove it. Switch on the ignition. Replace the bulb. Turn the combination switch to the corre- sponding position. Insert lamp lens : into the license plate lamp and press it in until it engages. Vehicles with a rain sensor: if the windshield becomes dirty in dry weather conditions, the windshield wipers may be activated inadver-...
Page 98: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Remove the wiper blade in the direction of arrow ? away from the wiper arm.
Page 99 Windshield wipers Replacing the rear window wiper blade Removing a wiper blade Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. Make sure that the wiper blade is seated cor- Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove the rectly.
Page 100 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.
Page 101: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience General notes opening feature ( page 76). This will speed up the cooling process and the desired inte- Observe the settings recommended on the fol- rior temperature will be reached more lowing pages.
Page 102 Operating the climate control systems Display Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 104) Activates/deactivates climate control ( page 100) Sets the temperature, right ( page 101) Activates or deactivates maximum cooling ( page 103) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 100) Reduces the airflow ( page 102)
Page 103: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, only deactivate the Press the ¿ button. "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function The indicator lamp in the ¿ button lights briefly. up or goes out. The "Cooling with air-dehumidification"...
Page 104: Defrosting The Windshield
Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution Defrosting the windshield Air distribution settings General notes ¯ Directs air through the defroster vents You can use this function to defrost the wind- shield or to clear a fogged up windshield and P Directs air through the center and side air side windows.
Page 105: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again. Turn temperature control : or E counter- clockwise or clockwise ( page 99). Windows fogged up on the outside Activate the windshield wipers. MAX COOL maximum cooling Set the air distribution to P or O.
Page 106: Switching Air-Recirculation Mode On/Off
Operating the climate control systems Switching air-recirculation mode Convenience opening or closing using on/off the air-recirculation button General notes WARNING When using the convenience closing feature, You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if parts of the body could be trapped in the clos- unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle from outside.
Page 107: Immediate Pre-Entry Climate Con Trol
Operating the climate control systems Notes on the automatic reversing feature for the If the condition of charge of the high-voltage side windows ( page 75). battery is below the specified minimum con- dition of charge, pre-entry climate control will If you open the side windows manually after not be activated even if it has been set.
Page 108: Air Vents
Air vents Seat heating The colors of the indicator lamps in the button have the following meanings: Windshield heating Rear window defroster Heating activated "Immediate pre-entry climate control" is auto- Blue Cooling activated matically switched off when operational readi- Yellow Pre-entry climate control at departure is ness mode is requested.
Page 109 Air vents To open a side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ; to the left. To close a side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ; clockwise as far as it will go. The center and rear air vents are adjusted in the same way.
Page 110: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle
Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. The sensor system of some driving and driving Do not switch off the ignition while driving. safety systems adjusts automatically while a certain distance is being driven after the vehicle WARNING has been delivered or after repairs.
Page 111 Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the SmartKey positions SmartKey: SmartKey the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the ignition lock. the SmartKey must be in the vehicle. the vehicle must not be locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO ( page 66) Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key: with electronic devices, e.g.
Page 112: Removing
Driving please refer to "Warning and indicator lamps in Starting the engine the instrument cluster" ( page 192). Important safety notes If Start/Stop button : has not yet been pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey WARNING being removed from the ignition. To switch on the power supply: press If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Start/Stop button : once.
Page 113: Transmission
Transmission You can start the drive system if a valid key is in It is only possible to move the DIRECT SELECT the vehicle. Switch off the drive system and selector lever from position P to the desired always take the key with you when leaving the selector lever position if you depress the brake vehicle, even if you only leave it for a short time.
Page 114: Transmission
Transmission If the DIRECT SELECT lever cannot be engaged The arrows in the transmission position display in park position P, the parking brake is engaged show how and into which transmission positions you can shift using the DIRECT SELECT lever. automatically.
Page 115: Shifting To Neutral
Transmission Shifting to neutral N Shift to neutral N. Release the brake pedal. WARNING Release the electric parking brake. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey they could: in the ignition lock. open the doors, thus endangering other Engaging drive position D people or road users.
Page 116: Driving Tips
Transmission Driving tips Holding the vehicle stationary on uphill gradients Do not hold the vehicle stationary on uphill gra- dients by depressing the accelerator pedal. Instead, only ever hold the vehicle stationary on uphill gradients by: depressing the brake pedal engaging the electric parking brake Press program selector button :.
Page 117: Paddle Shifters
Transmission E+ Economy Plus To decrease recuperation: pull right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter ;. Drive program E+ is characterized by the fol- To increase recuperation: pull left-hand lowing: steering wheel paddle shifter :. reduced torque and significantly reduced The various recuperation levels are shown in the power.
Page 118 Following damage to the front end of the vehicle, Maintain sufficient distance to the vehicle in have the radar sensor settings and operation front. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you checked at a qualified specialist workshop activate Active Brake Assist as a visual and immediately.
Page 119: High-Voltage Battery
High-voltage battery vehicles without steering wheel paddle shifters similar could cause a fire or an electric shock. in level D. There is a risk of fatal injury. To avoid hazardous situations, observe the Intelligent recuperation following: AUTO During radar-based recuperation (D ), the Only connect the charging cable to mains vehicle uses the map and camera data of Traffic...
Page 120 High-voltage battery The charging cable and charging cable connec- Never use damaged charging cables. tor will only heat up within the permissible lim- Do not extend the charging cable. iting values, provided that: Do not use an adapter. the power supply and the charging cable are Always observe the safety notes in the wall- not damaged box's operating instructions.
Page 121: Discharged Battery
High-voltage battery High and low outside temperatures Influences on the charging behavior and the charge state of the high-volt- Low outside temperatures age battery The efficiency of the high-voltage battery is sig- nificantly reduced at very low outside tempera- Terms of use tures.
Page 122: Energy Consumption
High-voltage battery Energy consumption and range The more often RANGE PLUS is used, the more the extended range is reduced. This range is reduced by: Therefore always check the range display before high and low outside temperatures every journey ( page 158).
Page 123 High-voltage battery Energy consumption indicator : may differ The range display on the multimedia system from the indicator in the From Start From Start navigation map is available on the 2D map dis- play and a scale of 2 km to 100 km. page 156) trip computer in the Trip Trip...
Page 124: Important Safety Notes
Only use the charging cable to charge the Displaying the range and destination acces- high-voltage battery. Do not use the charging sibility via Mercedes-Benz Apps: cable for other purposes. It may otherwise be Switch on the multimedia system (see sepa- damaged.
Page 125: Controls
High-voltage battery Controls on the charging cable Display ; Lights up green There are no malfunc- tions. The high-volt- age battery can be charged. Lights up red There is a malfunc- tion. The high-voltage battery cannot be charged. For information on problems relating to the charging process, see ( page 126).
Page 126 High-voltage battery Connecting the charging cable relevant power socket checked by an electri- cian. To adjust the setting: press button ? repeatedly until the desired setting is selec- ted in display =. Two LEDs are flashing: minimum setting All LEDs are flashing: maximum setting Information about the charging time page 286) If, after the charging process, the charging cable...
Page 127: Removing
High-voltage battery cable is connected or during the charging can activate the charging station by using an process. RFID card or via telephone activation. Observe the on-site operator instructions for the charg- ing station. Removing the charging cable When the vehicle is connected to the charging Before driving away, you must ensure that, station, information and details on technical for your own safety and to avoid damage, the...
Page 128: Problems With The Charging Proc Ess
High-voltage battery The vehicle must not be moved while the charg- ing cable is connected or during charging. Depending on the temperature, the engine cooling system and battery cooling system may audibly switch on when the charging cable is connected or during the charging process.
Page 129: Online Access
You can access the "Vehicle Homepage" via Homepage". your web browser. If you sell your vehicle, you are obliged to Please call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assis- delete the vehicle from your personal area on tance Center (USA) at the hotline number the "Vehicle Homepage". Additionally, you 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) to obtain the relevant Internet address.
Page 130: Parking
"Vehicle Homepage". If in doubt, have a Connecting the vehicle to the Internet new vehicle verification code (VVC) issued by the Mercedes-Benz Center after purchase. Via a radio module With the code you can set up access to your This function is not available in all countries and vehicle, as described in the section "Setting...
Page 131: Parking
Parking Shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to position P. WARNING With the SmartKey: turn the SmartKey to If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it. cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: The immobilizer is activated.
Page 132: Parking Brake
Parking Applying or releasing manually Electric parking brake General notes WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake. shift the transmission out of park position start the vehicle's drive system.
Page 133: Driving Tips
Driving tips Releasing automatically If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a Your vehicle's electric parking brake is auto- result of lack of use. matically released if all of the following condi- Visit a qualified specialist workshop and seek tions are met: advice.
Page 134: Drinking And Driving
Driving tips Drive sensibly – save energy Range ? is shown under Bonus Bonus fr. fr. Start Start represents the additional range achieved since Observe the following tips to save energy: the beginning of the journey as a result of an adapted driving style.
Page 135: Important Safety Notes
Driving tips are completely filled at the same time, the driver The braking performance of the electric motor has adopted the most economical driving style using recuperative braking is, in some operating for the selected settings and prevailing condi- modes, either reduced or not effective: tions.
Page 136: Maintenance
Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's you hear a warning tone while the engine is operating safety.
Page 137: Driving On Flooded Roads
Driving tips Hold test gage A vertically on brake disc : and slide measuring pin ; onto brake disc :. Check which color field ? the arrow on measuring pin ; is pointing to. Green: the brake pad/lining thickness is suf- ficient.
Page 138: Driving Systems
Driving systems Use cruise control only if road and traffic con- their traction. There is an increased danger of ditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady skidding and accidents. speed for a prolonged period. Do not increase the recuperation level on slip- The speed indicated in the speedometer may pery road surfaces.
Page 139: Driving Systems
Driving systems Activation conditions Setting a speed To activate cruise control, all of the following Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment activation conditions must be fulfilled: until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to the speed set. the electric parking brake must be released.
Page 140: Hold Function
Driving systems Activation conditions When you switch off the engine, the last speed stored is cleared. You can activate the HOLD function if: the vehicle is stationary HOLD function the engine is running or if it has been auto- matically switched off by the ECO start/stop General notes function the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is...
Page 141: Parking Assist Parktronic
Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects automatically if the HOLD function is activated when they are in the immediate vicinity of the and: vehicle. You could damage the vehicle or the objects.
Page 142: Warning Display
Driving systems Warning displays Range Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on Detection range of front sensors the dashboard above the center air vents.
Page 143 Driving systems This indicates that you have now reached the If indicator lamp : is lit, Parking Assist minimum distance. PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automati- Deactivating or activating Parking cally activated when you turn the SmartKey to Assist PARKTRONIC position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 144: Parking Pilot
Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Parking Pilot space being measured inaccurately. General notes Pay attention to the warning messages of Parking Pilot PARKTRONIC during the parking Parking Pilot is an electronic parking aid with procedure ( page 140).
Page 145: Parking
Driving systems the range of movement is too small Always apply the brakes yourself while the parking space is bordered by an obstacle maneuvering and parking. which is not clearly defined such as a tree or a trailer Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym- bol shows the desired parking space in the instrument cluster.
Page 146: Exiting A Parking Space
Driving systems Parking Pilot Active Select R Parking Pilot Active Select R Start the engine. Observe Surroundings Observe Surroundings message appears in Release the electric parking brake. the multifunction display. Switch on the turn signal in the direction you As soon as the parking procedure is complete, will drive out of the parking space.
Page 147: Rear View Camera
Driving systems useful, for example when you recognize that it is Rear view camera : is an optical parking and already possible to pull out of the parking space. maneuvering aid. It shows the area behind your vehicle with guide lines in the multimedia sys- tem display.
Page 148 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the rear view camera To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Make sure that the Activation by R gear Activation by R gear function is selected in the multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.
Page 149 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehi- Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 146).
Page 150: Attention Assist
Driving systems Yellow guide line for the vehicle width Red guide line at a distance of approximately including the exterior mirrors, for current 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle steering wheel angle (dynamic) White guide line without turning the steering wheel Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in End of parking space...
Page 151 Driving systems (200 km/h) range. If ATTENTION ASSIST You can have current status information dis- detects typical indicators of fatigue or increas- played in the assistance menu ( page 162) of ing lapses in concentration on the part of the the on-board computer.
Page 152: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems If necessary, take a break. Blind Spot Assist is only an aid. It may fail to detect some vehicles and is no substitute for Confirm the message by pressing the a attentive driving. Always ensure that there is button on the steering wheel.
Page 153: Collision Warning
Driving systems Collision warning case if the vehicles are driving on the inner side of their lane. If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range of Due to the nature of the system: Blind Spot Assist and you switch on the corre- warnings may be issued in error when driving sponding turn signal, a double warning tone close to crash barriers or similar solid lane...
Page 154: Important Safety Notes
Displays and operation The brightness control knob is located on the Important safety notes bottom left of the instrument cluster page 32). WARNING Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or If you operate information systems and com- counter-clockwise. If the light switch is set to the Ã, T or munication equipment integrated in the vehi- L position, the brightness is dependent cle while driving, you will be distracted from...
Page 155: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation If the needle for the power display is in the OFF position, the vehicle is not ready to drive because: the drive system has not yet started the charging cable is still connected to the vehicle socket there is insufficient power available from the high-voltage battery the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is...
Page 156: Operating The On-Board Computer
Displays and operation Energy Flow Energy Flow menu can also be dis- Operating the on-board computer played in the COMAND/Audio display. Overview The condition of charge of the high-voltage bat- tery has dropped into the reserve range if the drive system is running and: Drive Battery Reserve Level Drive Battery Reserve Level mes-...
Page 157: Back Button
Displays and operation Left control panel Back button Press briefly: Calls up the menu and menu bar Back Vehicles with Audio 20: Press briefly: Switches off voice-operated con- Scrolls in lists trol for navigation (see manufac- Selects a submenu or function turer's operating instructions) In the Audio...
Page 158 Menus and submenus To display menu bar?: press the = Press and hold the % button on the steer- ing wheel until the Trip Trip menu with trip odom- or ; button on the steering wheel. eter : and odometer ; appears. If you do not press the buttons any longer, menu bar ? is faded out after a few seconds.
Page 159: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Energy flow The arrows for the energy flow are shown in green. Energy flow display Normal driving The energy flow display can be shown in the multifunction display and in the COMAND/ Audio display. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip...
Page 160: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current con- Press a to confirm. sumption Press : to select and press a to confirm. You can reset the values of the following func- tions: Trip odometer "From Start" trip computer "From Reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the ECO display, the Press the = or ;...
Page 161 Menus and submenus Route guidance active Lanes not recommended Recommended lane and new lane during a No change of direction announced change of direction Change-of-direction symbol On multilane roads, new lane recommendations can be displayed for the next change of direction if the digital map supports this data.
Page 162: Operation
Menus and submenus Audio data from various audio devices or media Audio menu can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. Selecting a radio station Switch on the multimedia system and then audio CD or MP3 mode (see the separate operating instructions).
Page 163: Redialing
Menus and submenus Selecting an entry in the phone book cle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control Press the = or ; button on the steering of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. wheel to select the menu.
Page 164: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus Assistance menu ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- bed in the following. Introduction ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the follow- Depending on the equipment installed in the ing situations: vehicle, you have the following options in the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu:...
Page 165: Activating/Deactivating
Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating ATTENTION Settings menu ASSIST Introduction Press the = or ; button on the steering Depending on the equipment installed in the wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu. vehicle, you have the following options in the Press the 9 or : button to select Sett.
Page 166: With Range Plus
Menus and submenus Selecting the departure time To heat or cool the vehicle interior for a desired departure time, the high-voltage bat- Press the = or ; button on the steering tery must be sufficiently charged. Activate the wheel to select the Settings Settings menu.
Page 167: Additional Speedometer
Menus and submenus Setting the maximum charge current Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu. Before charging the high-voltage battery, check Press the : or 9 button to select the the maximum permissible charge current for the Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster submenu.
Page 168: Factory Settings
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering If you activate the Automatic door locks Automatic door locks wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu. function, the vehicle is centrally locked above a speed of around 9 mph (15 km/h). Press the : or 9 button to select the Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster...
Page 169: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 170: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), the HOLD function, RBS (Recuperative Brake Sys- Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ tem) and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. ble See Operator's ble See Operator's Active Brake Assist may have also failed.
Page 171 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase.
Page 172: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® , BAS, the HOLD function, RBS and hill start assist are not avail- able due to a malfunction. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Active Brake Assist may have also failed. ble See Operator's ble See Operator's The , ÷, å...
Page 173: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights (USA You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition only) (Canada was switched off. only) SmartKey: turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock.
Page 174 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights 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 175: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) (USA or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then only) (Canada goes out or remains lit.
Page 176: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Active Brake Brake Assist Assist Active Brake Assist is temporarily inoperative. Functions Functions Currently Currently Possible causes are: Limited See Opera‐ Limited See Opera‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tor's Manual tor's Manual tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or...
Page 177: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. SRS Malfunction Malfunction Ser‐ Ser‐ WARNING vice Required vice Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 178: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See bag Disabled See even though: Operator's Manual 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 179 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual 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 180: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 46). Lights Vehicles with LED bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all of the LEDs in the lamp have failed.
Page 181: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand brake lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Brake Check Left Brake Lamp LamporCheck Right Check Right Brake Lamp Brake Lamp The left or right-hand high beam is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Left High Check Left High...
Page 182: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Rear Left Check Rear Left page 90). Sidemarker Lamp Sidemarker Lamp Check Rear Right Check Rear Right...
Page 183: Display Message
Display messages Drive system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the cooling Check Coolant See Check Coolant See system. The drive system will otherwise be damaged. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual If the coolant needs topping up more often than usual, have the...
Page 184: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ì Malfunctions are present in the drive system and/or in the cooling system. Malfunction Visit Malfunction Visit Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Workshop Workshop The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is malfunctioning. A warn- Without starting Without starting ing tone also sounds.
Page 185: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's ble See Operator's the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- Manual Manual tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or...
Page 186: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Parking Pilot Fin‐ Parking Pilot Fin‐ The vehicle is parked. A warning tone also sounds. ished ished The display message disappears automatically. Cruise Cruise Control Control Inop‐ Inop‐ Cruise control is malfunctioning. erative erative A warning tone also sounds.
Page 187: Tires
Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Please Please Correct Correct Tire Tire The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Pressure Pressure pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 263).
Page 188: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tire Tire Press. Press. Monitor Monitor Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, no Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ signals from the tire pressure sensors are detected. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning.
Page 189: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Transmission Transmission Not Not in in The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in P Risk of Vehicle P Risk of Vehicle position R, N or D. Rolling Away Rolling Away A warning tone also sounds.
Page 190: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering Mal‐ Power Steering Mal‐ WARNING function See Opera‐ function See Opera‐ tor's Manual tor's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 191: Smartkey
Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Â You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Does Not Not Belong Belong to Vehicle to Vehicle Â The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. A warning tone sounds Take Your Key from Take Your Key from...
Page 192: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Â The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. Key Not Detected Key Not Detected If the SmartKey still cannot be detected: (white display message) Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
Page 193 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the drive system starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 194: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp éJ N The yellow brake system warning lamp is lit while the drive system is running. é (USA only) J(Canada only): the yellow RBS/brake system warning lamp is lit while the drive system is running.
Page 195: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the drive system is running. A warning tone also sounds. There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 196 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ® ® N é (USA only), J (Canada only): the yellow ABS, ESP , ESP OFF and ÷å RBS/brake system warning lamps are lit while the drive system is running. éJ ®...
Page 197: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ® ® N é (USA only), J (Canada only): the yellow ABS, ESP , ESP OFF and ÷å RBS/brake system warning lamps are lit while the drive system is running. éJ ®...
Page 198 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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 199 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N é (USA only), J (Canada only): the yellow ESP , ESP OFF and RBS/ éJ brake system warning lamps are lit while the drive system is running.
Page 200: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N é (USA only), J (Canada only): the yellow ESP , ESP OFF and RBS/ éJ brake system warning lamps are lit while the drive system is running.
Page 201: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Drive system Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Ý N The yellow battery charge warning lamp is on. The condition of charge of the high-voltage battery has dropped into the reserve range.
Page 202: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M 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 203: 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 204: Operating System
Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
Page 205: Operating System
Operating system Favorites Navigation mode Calling up and exiting favorites Important safety notes To call up: press the g button on the con- WARNING troller. If you operate information systems and com- Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle Vehicle. munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The favorites are displayed.
Page 206: Telephony
(only available in the USA) yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access tions. conditions for carpool lanes. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool Apps lanes option is activated. select geo-coordinates...
Page 207: Searching For A Mobile Phone
If codes match: select on the multimedia In the USA, you can get in touch with the system. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend- ing on the mobile phone used, confirm the...
Page 208: Inserting/Removing
Operating system Inserting/removing an SD card ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- Important safety notes ufacturer's operating instructions). WARNING SD cards are small parts. They can be swal- Switching between mobile phones lowed and cause choking.
Page 209: Loading Guidelines
Stowage areas Loading guidelines Do not position the load on one part of the folding cargo compartment floor only. The maximum load capacity of the folding cargo WARNING compartment floor is 220 lbs (100 kg). Dis- tribute the weight evenly to avoid damaging If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or the cargo compartment floor.
Page 210: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front Stowage compartment in the front center console Glove box To open: press the marking on cover :. To open: pull handle : and open glove box Depending on the vehicle equipment, there flap ;. may be an ashtray in the center console To close: fold glove box flap ;...
Page 211: Folding Table
Stowage areas Stowage compartment under the armrest To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards. To open: on vehicles with movable armrests, make sure that the armrest is in the rearmost Stowage space in the rear position. Press button : and fold the armrest up.
Page 212: Stowage Net
Stowage areas To fold out: pull folding table : up in the To fold forward: gently push the backrest direction of the arrow to the desired position. back. To fold away: push folding table : down Pull release handle : and fold the backrest fully onto the seat cushion until it engages.
Page 213: Cargo Compartment Enlargement
Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest forwards Slide locking mechanism = in the direction of the arrow. and back Swing flap ; fully to the side. Folding the rear seat backrests forward Flap ; is held open by a magnet. To close: swing flap ;...
Page 214: Bag Hook
Stowage areas Adjust the head restraints if necessary The bag hook can bear a maximum load of page 81). 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to secure a load. Move the driver's or front-passenger seat back if necessary. Securing loads Cargo tie-down rings General notes Observe the following notes on securing loads:...
Page 215: Installing/Removing
Stowage areas Extending/retracting the cargo com- To install: set cargo compartment cover : on the right or left-hand side in anchorage ;. partment cover Push in the opposite end cap of cargo com- partment cover : and insert cargo compart- ment cover : into opposite anchorage ;.
Page 216: Important Safety Notes
Stowage areas Open both Velcro fasteners and remove the striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of cargo net. injury, particularly in the event of sudden Unroll and unfold the cargo net. braking or a sudden change in direction. The joints on the upper and lower guide rod Always close the cargo compartment floor should engage audibly.
Page 217: Roof Carrier
Stowage areas Carry out this step using both hands. To lower: raise cargo compartment floor ; slightly using handle : and pull it towards you. Lower cargo compartment floor ; again slowly. Whilst doing so, press the cargo com- partment floor into the lower level. Cargo compartment floor ;...
Page 218 Features Open and fold the covers : upwards care- Ensure that closable stowage spaces are fully in the direction of the arrow. shut before beginning your journey. Only secure the roof carrier to the anchorage Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- points under covers :.
Page 219: Features
Features To install: insert cup holder into lateral curved sections ; in the stowage compart- ment. Insert the cup holder so that the wedge of the upper section of cup holder : faces forwards. Press the cup holder downwards until it engages on the right and left-hand sides.
Page 220: Cigarette Lighter
Features Vehicles with a stowage compartment Your attention must always be focused on the cover: press the lower section of cover :. traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit. The stowage compartment opens. To remove the insert: lift insert = up ; and out.
Page 221: General Notes
The indicator lamp in the ï MB Info call tact one of the following telephone hotlines: button does not light up during self-diagnosis Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at of the system. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or The indicator lamp in one or more of the fol-...
Page 222: Emergency Call
Features Have the system checked at the nearest All important information on the emergency is Mercedes-Benz Service Center or contact the transmitted, for example: following service hotlines: current location of the vehicle (as determined Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at by the GPS system)
Page 223: Mb Info Call Button
To make a call: press Roadside assistance To end a call: press the ~ button on the call button :. multifunction steering wheel. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Center. Press the corresponding multimedia system The indicator lamp in Roadside assistanc but- button for ending a phone call.
Page 224: Call Priority
You receive information about operating your Downloading destinations vehicle, about the nearest Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Center and about other products and serv- Downloading destinations ices from Mercedes-Benz. You can find further information on the mbrace Downloading destinations gives you access to a system under "Owners Online"...
Page 225: Search & Send
Additionally, an mbrace service subscription order as the order in which they were sent. must be completed. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with "Search & Send" is a destination entry service. A mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: destination address found on Google Maps™...
Page 226 Vehicle remote closing If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz The vehicle remote-closing feature can be used Customer Assistance Center is automatically when you have forgotten to lock the vehicle and notified.
Page 227: Downloading Routes
Features received by phone and move your vehicle to a in "Previous destinations". in "Previous destinations". message on safe position. the multimedia system display. The message in the display disappears. The route is saved. The vehicle operating state check begins. To start route guidance: select Yes.
Page 228: General Notes
If you Garage door remote control A is not included have difficulty programing the integrated garage with the integrated garage door opener. door opener, contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition Center. lock ( page 109).
Page 229: Synchronizing The Rolling Code
Features To program the remote control: point Get into the vehicle. garage door remote control A towards but- Press previously programed button ;, = tons ; to ? on the rear-view mirror at a dis- or ? on the integrated garage door opener tance of 2 to 8 in (5 to 20 cm).
Page 230: Calling Up
Features should test every position for at least Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition 25 seconds before trying another position. lock ( page 109). Press button ;, = or ? which you have Problems when programming programmed to operate the garage door. Garage door system with a fixed code: indi- If you are experiencing problems programming cator lamp : lights up green.
Page 231: Magnetic Field Zone Maps
Features Magnetic field zone maps To receive a correct compass display reading, the magnetic field zone must be set and the compass calibrated. North America Setting the compass Set your location using the magnetic field zone maps ( page 229). Push a round pen into opening = for approx- imately three seconds.
Page 232 Features the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another. Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press safety catch knobs : onto retain- ers ;.
Page 233: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Opening the hood Engine compartment WARNING Hood Certain components in the engine compart- Important safety notes ment may be very hot, e.g. the drive system and radiator. Working in the engine compart- WARNING ment poses a risk of injury. If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when If possible, let the drive system cool down and the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
Page 234: Closing
;. Checking and adding other service If necessary, add coolant that has been tested products and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as Checking coolant level it will go.
Page 235: Assyst Plus
The service due date appears in the multi- You can find information on the type of service function display. and service intervals in the Maintenance Book- let. You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Page 236: Care
Do not park your vehicle for a long period of A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- time directly after cleaning, particularly after ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the cleaning the wheel rim with wheel cleaner. ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the Wheel cleaner can lead to the increased cor- service work has been carried out.
Page 237: Care
Vehicles with decorative film: parts of your Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car vehicle are covered with a decorative film. shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Maintain a distance of at least 27.5 in (70 cm) Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- between the parts of the vehicle covered with tle jet of water.
Page 238: Matte Finish
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint Cleaning the vehicle parts surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the Cleaning the wheels case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the WARNING care product used.
Page 239: Exterior Lights
Deposits such as leaves, petals and e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning pollen may under certain circumstances pre- cloths. vent water from draining away. This can lead...
Page 240: Display
Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod- ucts recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. The surface may change color temporarily. Wait until the surface is dry again.
Page 241: Gear Or Selector Lever
Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use instructions: leather care agents that have been recom- Clean genuine leather covers carefully with mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. a damp cloth and then wipe the covers down with a dry cloth. Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele-...
Page 242: Carpets
Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 243: Where Will I Find
Flat tire Vehicles with a tire-change tool kit Where will I find...? Open the tailgate. Vehicle tool kit Lift the cargo compartment floor upwards General notes page 214). Remove the tire-change tool kit. Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: the TIREFIT kit is The tire-change tool kit contains: located in the stowage well under the cargo compartment floor.
Page 244: Moextended Tires
Flat tire changed. Anyone who is not directly assisting When replacing one or all tires, please observe in the wheel change should, for example, the following specifications for your vehicle's stand behind the barrier. tires: Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traffic size conditions when doing so.
Page 245: Tirefit Kit
Flat tire TIREFIT kit Residue from the tire sealant may come out of the filler hose after use. This could cause Important safety notes stains. Therefore, place the filler hose in the plastic TIREFIT is a tire sealant. bag which contained the TIREFIT kit. You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to Environmental note 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire...
Page 246: Tire Pressure Not Reached
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 247: Tire Pressure Reached
Pull the tire sealant bottle out of the tire infla- specialist workshop. tion compressor. The filler hose remains attached to the tire In cases such as the one mentioned above, sealant bottle. contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 248 Batteries Drive to the nearest qualified specialist work- should have all work involving the battery car- shop and have the tire changed there. ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Have the tire sealant bottle and the filler hose replaced as soon as possible at a qualified ®...
Page 249: Batteries
You can also teries. charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- Have the battery checked regularly at a ist workshop for further information. qualified specialist workshop.
Page 250 During charging and jump-starting, explosive adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested gases can escape from the battery. There is a and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as risk of an explosion. an accessory. It permits the charging of the bat- tery in its installed position.
Page 251: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is If you park the vehicle and leave it stationary for under high voltage. longer periods, connect it to a power supply. If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than Do not handle high-voltage components or four weeks, the battery may be damaged by the orange cables of the vehicle's high-volt- exhaustive discharging.
Page 252 Use jumper cables with a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch. Route the jumper cables so that they cannot be caught by rotating components in the engine compartment.
Page 253: Towing
Make sure that the electric parking brake is vehicle with a tow cable or a tow bar. released. If the electric parking brake is faulty, visit a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.
Page 254 Towing If the vehicle can no longer be driven because of Only secure the tow rope or tow bar at the an accident or breakdown, you have the follow- towing eyes. Otherwise, the vehicle could be ing options: damaged. transporting the vehicle Observe the following points when towing As a rule, you should have the vehicle trans- with a tow rope:...
Page 255: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: use the Smart- Installing/removing the towing eye Key instead of the Start/Stop button Installing the towing eye page 110). The transmission automatically shifts to posi- tion P when you open the driver's or front- passenger door or when you remove the Smart- Key from the ignition lock.
Page 256: Fuses
Shift the transmission to position N. Release the brake pedal. Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the Apply the electric parking brake. correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Switch off the automatic locking Only use fuses marked with an "S".
Page 257: Fuses
( page 256). If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Open the hood. Center. Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box.
Page 258: Fuses Allocation Chart
Fuses Hook clamps ; into the fuse box and close. Close the hood. Fuse box in the front-passenger foot- well To open: open the front-passenger door. Remove the floormat. Fold out perforated floor covering : in the direction of the arrow. To release cover =, press retaining clamp ;.
Page 259: Wheels And Tires
Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
Page 260: Service Life
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where bar indicator ; for other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure tread wear is integrated into the tire tread.
Page 261: Winter Operation
Winter operation with run-flat characteristics)" section thereby damaging the tires permanently. page 242). Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage. Only mount tires of the correct size onto the wheels. WARNING Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- first 60 miles (100 km).
Page 262: Tire Pressure
Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding There is a risk of an accident. standard of quality. For more information, Follow recommended tire inflation pressures please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 263: Tire Pressure
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 264: Notes
Only screw the standard valve cap or other There is a risk of an accident. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for Avoid tire pressures that are too low in all the your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 265: Maximum
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 266: Important Safety Notes
Tire pressure Important safety notes minated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. WARNING TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of Each tire, including the spare (if provided), reasons, including the installation of incom- should be checked at least once every two patible replacement or alternate tires or weeks when cold and inflated to the pressure...
Page 267: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning mes- the information on display messages page 185). sages It may take up to ten minutes for a malfunction If the tire pressure monitor detects a pressure of the tire pressure monitor to be indicated. A loss in one or more tires, a warning message is malfunction will be indicated by the tire pres- shown in the multifunction display.
Page 268 Loading the vehicle Press = or ; on the steering wheel to Observe the load rating of the tires. The load select the Serv. Serv. menu. rating must be at least half of the GAWR of Press the 9 or : button to select your vehicle.
Page 269: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle Maximum number of seats : indicates the Maximum permissible gross vehicle maximum number of occupants allowed to weight rating travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples.
Page 270: Vehicle Identification Plate
Loading the vehicle 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 266). The greater the combined weight of the occupants, the lower the maximum luggage load. Step 1 Example 1 Example 2...
Page 271: All About Wheels And Tires
You should pay special attention to road condi- maximum section width. tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires.
Page 272: Labeling (Overview)
All about wheels and tires Observe the legally required minimum tire tread Tire labeling depth ( page 258). Winter tires can reduce the braking distance on snow-covered surfaces in Overview comparison with summer tires. The braking dis- tance is still much further than on surfaces that are not icy or covered with snow.
Page 273 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer tire load rating and speed rating required for (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). your vehicle. Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter of the bead seat, not the diameter of the rim flange.
Page 274: Load Index
All about wheels and tires the size description, depending on the man- Make sure that your tires have the required ufacturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR18). speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be The service specification is made up of load- found in the "Tires"...
Page 275: Characteristics
All about wheels and tires Maximum tire load : is the maximum permis- Date of manufacture: date of manufacture A sible weight for which the tire is approved. provides information about the age of a tire. The first and second positions represent the week of Do not overload the tires by exceeding the manufacture, starting with "01"...
Page 276: Maximum Tire Load
All about wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires The GVWR is the maximum permissible gross with regards to tread quality, tire traction and weight of a fully loaded vehicle (the weight of the temperature characteristics.
Page 277: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel PSI (pounds per square inch) Load bearing index A standard unit of measure for tire pressure. The load bearing index (also load index) is a code that contains the maximum load bearing capa- Aspect ratio city of a tire. Relationship between tire height and tire width Traction in percent.
Page 278: Preparing The Vehicle
Changing a wheel Tire-mounting tools should not be used near Bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead the valve. This could damage the electronic position. components. Shift the transmission to position P. Only have tires changed at a qualified spe- Switch off the drive system.
Page 279: Raising The Vehicle
To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 280: Mounting A New Wheel
For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Make sure the foot of the jack is directly To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold beneath the jacking point.
Page 281: Wheel And Tire Combinations
Turn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is mends that you only use tires and wheels once again standing firmly on the ground. which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehicle. Place the jack to one side. These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems, such as ABS or ®...
Page 282 This could result in damage to the tires or the vehi- cle. Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for dam- age resulting from the use of tires, wheels or accessories other than those tested and approved.
Page 283: Information Regarding Technical Data
Be sure to observe the manufacturer's Sup- The operating permit may be invalidated if plement when installing. the instructions for installation and use of RF Deviations with respect to frequency bands, transmitters are not observed. maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 284: 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 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W...
Page 285 Only use products recommended by Mercedes- Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appro- priate section.
Page 286: Notes
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. Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 287: Service Products And Filling Capacities
Capacity Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil All models approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant. Otherwise, the climate Windshield washer system control system may be damaged.
Page 288: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Filling capacities Model Max. Opening Missing values were not available at time of height going to print. headroom All models All models Capacity 75.3 in 79.6 in (1912 mm) (2021 mm) Refrigerant PAG oil Missing values were not available at time of going to print.

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