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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É2315840401{ËÍ 2315840401 Order no. P2310031 13 Part no. 231 584 04 01 Edition A 2016...
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  • Page 3 Operator's Manual Maintenance Booklet Equipment-dependent supplements Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all documents on to the new owner. You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides App: ® Apple 2315840401 É2315840401{ËÍ...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 39 Introduction ......... 30 Safety ........... 49 Opening and closing ......81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 107 Lights and windshield wipers ..121 Climate control ......... 135 Driving and parking ......149 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 6 Index Display message ......260 1, 2, 3 ... Function/information ....217 12 V socket Active light function ......126 see Sockets Active Parking Assist 911 emergency call ......382 Display message ......261 Function/notes ......202 Important safety notes ....202 Active partition (USB devices only) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Selecting ........

  • Page 7: Index

    Setting the blower output ....148 Alarm Video DVD ........479 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..228 ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ..80 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Switching off (ATA) ......80 Switching the function on/off see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop (ATA) ..........
  • Page 8 Index Blind Spot Assist Manual drive program (vehicles with Sports package AMG) .... 166 see Active Blind Spot Assist Oil temperature (on-board com- ® Bluetooth puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..236 Activating audio mode ....465 Overview ........159 Activating/deactivating ....310 Problem (malfunction) ....
  • Page 9 Index see Flat tire Trim pieces ........547 see Towing away Washing by hand ......542 Brightness control (instrument Wheels ........... 544 cluster lighting) ........41 Windows ........545 Wiper blades ........545 Brightness, setting (TV, video) ..475 Wooden trim ........547 Buttons on the COMAND control- Category list (music search) ....
  • Page 10 Index Changing the language ....302 Switching residual heat on/off ..146 Deleting ......... 303 Switching the rear window Entering ......... 303 defroster on/off ......144 Entering (address book, phone Switching the ZONE function on/ book) ..........301 off ..........143 Cockpit Entering (navigation) ......
  • Page 11 ............129 Entering a point of interest .... 336 Cruise control Entering using geo-coordinates ..332 Cruise control lever ....... 180 Entering using Mercedes-Benz Deactivating ........182 Apps ..........332 Display message ......263 Saving ..........363 Driving system ....... 180 Selecting from the destination Function/notes ......
  • Page 12 SmartKey ........269 see Doors Tires ..........264 Driving abroad Vehicle ........... 266 Mercedes-Benz Service ....541 Displaying the arrival time ....352 Driving on flooded roads ....179 Displaying the distance to the des- Driving safety systems tination ..........352 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
  • Page 13 Index DISTRONIC PLUS ......182 Switching on/off ......235 EBD (electronic brake force distri- HOLD function ....... 191 bution) Night View Assist Plus ....210 PARKTRONIC ......... 199 Display message ......242 Rear view camera ......206 Function/notes ........ 77 Driving tips ECO display AMG ceramic brakes .....
  • Page 14 Index Checking the oil level using the Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 117 dipstick .......... 537 Storing settings (memory func- Display message ......257 tion) ..........119 Filling capacity ....... 605 Storing the parking position ..118 Notes about oil grades ....605 Eyeglasses compartment ....
  • Page 15 Index Fuel level ® ® Harman/kardon Logic 7 sur- Calling up the range (on-board round sound system computer) ........226 see Surround sound (harman/ Fuel tank ® kardon surround sound system) Capacity ........603 Hazard warning lamps Problem (malfunction) ....171 Display message ......
  • Page 16 Index ® iTunes ..........471 Ignition lock see Key positions Jack Immobilizer .......... 79 Storage location ......550 Incident (traffic report) ..... 357 Using ..........590 Indicator lamps Jump starting (engine) ...... 559 see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators see Turn signals Instrument cluster Key positions Overview ..........
  • Page 17 Index Luggage cover Fogged up headlamps ....128 Hazard warning lamps ....126 see Trunk partition Lumbar support High beam flasher ......125 High-beam headlamps ....125 Adjusting (COMAND) ..... 317 Light switch ........122 Low-beam headlamps ....123 Parking lamps ........ 124 M+S tires ..........
  • Page 18 Index Speed alert ........529 Menu (on-board computer) .... 229 System .......... 522 Registering (authorizing) ....385 Triggering the vehicle alarm ... 529 Transmission output (maximum) ..600 Mobile phone network providers Vehicle remote unlocking ....527 Mechanical key Calling up ........413 Modifying the programming Function/notes ........
  • Page 19 Index Playback options ......460 Selecting your home address ..330 Switching to ........457 Setting options for destination/ Music search ........454 route download ......426 Setting route options (avoiding: highways, toll roads, tunnels, fer- ries) ..........322 Navigation Setting the route type (short Adjusting the volume of the navi- route, fast route, dynamic route or...
  • Page 20 ..........50 of the mobile phone network pro- Occupant Classification System vider ..........415 (OCS) ..........59 Mercedes-Benz Mobile Website ..427 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Options menu ........ 425 lamps ..........51 Resetting settings ......427 Pets in the vehicle ......71 Selecting options for the local search ..........
  • Page 21 Dialing ........... 389 Picture settings (TV, video) ....475 Picture viewer QR code Displaying pictures ......481 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Introduction ........481 Plastic trim (cleaning instruc- Rescue card ........36 Qualified specialist workshop ... 34 tions) ..........547 Playback options Audio mode (CD, MP3) ....
  • Page 22 Index RACE START (Mercedes-AMG vehi- Rear window defroster cles) ............ 192 Problem (malfunction) ....146 Switching on/off ......145 RACETIMER (on-board computer) ..237 Rear-compartment screens ....484 Radio Rear-view mirror Overview ........437 Dipping (automatic) ....... 117 Selecting a station ......228 Receiving vCards .......
  • Page 23 Index Roll bar Safety notes Display message ......248 Audio CD and MP3 mode ....446 Operation ......... 64 Using the telephone ....... 381 Roller sunblind ........104 Video DVD mode ......475 Safety system Roof see Driving safety systems Display message ......
  • Page 24 Index Seat functions (COMAND) ..... 316 Menu overview ......290 Seat heating problem ....113 On-board computer ....... 232 Seat ventilation problem ....113 Picture (COMAND) ......475 Selecting for adjustment Sound settings ....... 298 (COMAND) ........316 SETUP (on-board computer) ..... 236 Sliding forward/back .....
  • Page 25 Index Sound Stop function Switching on/off ......297 Video DVD ........477 Sound menu ........298 Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....237 Storing stations Sound mode ........300 Sound settings Radio ..........439 Stowage areas ........514 Calling up the sound menu .... 298 Stowage compartments Surround sound ......
  • Page 26 Index Switching the hands-free micro- Adjusting the volume for calls ..298 phone on/off ........390 Calling (outgoing call) ....389 Calling via speed dial ..... 390 Switching wavebands (radio) ... 438 Conference connection ....392 System settings Connecting a mobile phone (gen- ®...
  • Page 27 Index Outside temperature ...... 223 Average weight of the vehicle Setting (climate control) ....142 occupants (definition) ....586 Transmission oil (on-board com- Bar (definition) ....... 586 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..236 Changing a wheel ......588 Text messages (SMS) Characteristics ......
  • Page 28 Index Traffic reports Service life ........570 Sidewall (definition) ....... 588 Calling up a list ......359 Speed rating (definition) ....587 Real-time traffic report ....360 Transmission Storing ........... 589 Structure and characteristics Selector lever ........ 159 (definition) ........586 see Automatic transmission Summer tires .........
  • Page 29 Index Sound settings (balance, bass, Vehicle data ........608 Vehicle battery treble) ..........298 Two-way radio see Battery (vehicle) Frequencies ........600 Vehicle data ........608 Installation ........600 Vehicle dimensions ......608 Transmission output (maximum) ..600 Vehicle emergency locking ....90 Type identification plate Vehicle height see Vehicle identification plate...
  • Page 30 Index Subtitles ........480 Time stamp ........510 Weather memory (SIRIUS) Switching to ........476 VIN ............601 Selecting an area ......505 Voice Control System Storing an area ......505 Website Settings ......... 310 Volume, adjusting Adding to favorites ......433 Wheel and tire combinations COMAND ........
  • Page 31 Index Winter tires M+S tires ........570 Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 545 Important safety notes ....131 Replacing ........131 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........547 Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop ® ZAGAT rating service ...... 340 ZONE function Switching on/off ......
  • Page 32 Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...

  • Page 33: Introduction

    Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- Service and vehicle operation evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of Warranty equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically The implied warranty for your vehicle applies approved for your vehicle.

  • Page 34: Breakdown Assistance

    Always have the Service and Warranty Book- sonable number of repair attempts let with you when you bring the vehicle to an Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its author- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The ser- ized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or...
  • Page 35 As a Delivery Program. For details, consult an result, these may no longer function as inten- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of one of the following addresses.

  • Page 36: Diagnostics Connection

    (1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These Qualified specialist workshop devices must accept any interference, includ- An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a ing interference that may cause undesired qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- operation of the device."...
  • Page 37 If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con- Limited Warranty tact us at one of the following addresses. ! Follow the instructions in this manual...

  • Page 38: Data Recording

    COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, Terms and Conditions. accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC...
  • Page 39 Introduction ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- sonnel. MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee.
  • Page 41 Cockpit ..........40 Instrument cluster ......41 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 43 Center console ........44 Overhead control panel ...... 47 Door control panel ......48...

  • Page 42: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Ignition lock shifters Start/Stop button Combination switch Cruise control lever Adjusts the steering wheel Activates Night View Assist electrically Plus Horn Electric parking brake Instrument cluster Light switch PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Opens the hood...

  • Page 43: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Tachometer Speedometer segments Coolant temperature Fuel gauge Multifunction display Fuel filler flap location indi- Instrument cluster lighting cator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side. Information on displaying the outside temperature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature...
  • Page 44 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam head- 6 Restraint system lamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps M SPORT handling mode (Mercedes-AMG ® ÷ ESP vehicles) K High-beam head- ? Coolant lamps ; Check Engine Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only) 8 Reserve fuel...

  • Page 45: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display Selects a submenu or Switches on the Voice Con- scrolls through lists trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions) Confirms a selection Hides display messages Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/...

  • Page 46: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG ON/OFF indicator lamp c Seat heating ® å ESP (except s Seat ventilation Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Ò AIRSCARF è ECO start/stop but- ton (Mercedes-AMG vehi- c PARKTRONIC cles) £...
  • Page 47 Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Shows the driving condi- tions menu in the COMAND Cup holder display (vehicles with Ashtray Active Body Control) COMAND controller É Adjusts the vehicle Seat adjustment level (vehicles with Active Body Control) Favorites button...
  • Page 48 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Selects park position Cup holder Drive program selector Ashtray ß AMG button (drive COMAND controller program or calls up/stores suspension tuning) Seat adjustment à Sets the suspension Favorites button tuning Roof switch...

  • Page 49: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- G SOS button (mbrace hand reading lamp on/off system) c Switches the interior Rear-view mirror lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door µ Operates MAGIC SKY opener CONTROL F Roadside Assistance...

  • Page 50: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door o Opens the trunk lid p Opens/closes the % & Unlocks/locks trunk lid the vehicle 7Z\ Adjusts the Adjusts the seats exterior mirrors electrically r 45 = W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows...
  • Page 51 Useful information ......50 Panic alarm .......... 50 Occupant safety ........50 Children in the vehicle ......68 Pets in the vehicle ....... 71 Driving safety systems ....... 71 Protection against theft ..... 79...

  • Page 52: Useful Information

    Occupant safety Useful information Occupant safety Introduction to the restraint system This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- The restraint system can reduce the risk of ment of your vehicle available at the time of vehicle occupants coming into contact with publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 53: Safety

    If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
  • Page 54 Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- The Emergency Tensioning Device tightens passenger seat, the front-passenger front air the seat belt in an accident, pulling the belt bag must either be deactivated or enabled; close against the body. However it does not see the following points.

  • Page 55: Occupant Safety

    5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint Only use seat belts that have been approved systems. for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the...
  • Page 56 Occupant safety When fastening the seat belt, always make ments" section for securing objects, luggage sure that: or loads ( page 514). the seat belt tongue is only inserted to the Fastening seat belts belt buckle belonging to that seat. the seat belt is tight across your body.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety Releasing seat belts You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on and off in the on-board computer ! Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled page 235). up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be trapped in the door or in the seat Belt warning for the driver and front mechanism.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety Only hold the steering wheel on the out- Air bags side. This allows the air bag to be fully Introduction deployed. Always lean against the backrest while driv- The installation point of an air bag can be rec- ing.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the the grab handles or coat hooks. steering wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ; deploys in front of and above the glove no accessories, such as cup holders, are box.
  • Page 60 You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Head bags : deploy in the area of the side windows at the front. When deployed, the headbag enhances the level of protection for the head.

  • Page 61: Occupant Classification System

    Occupant safety rest and the head restraint position accord- Occupant Classification System ingly. (OCS) Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function Introduction correctly. Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instruc- The Occupant Classification System (OCS) tions. categorizes the person in the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 62 Occupant safety If the status of the front-passenger front air Make sure that the front-passenger front air bag changes while the vehicle is in motion, an bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR air bag display message appears in the instru- BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
  • Page 63 Mercedes-Benz. child's stature. Make sure that the condi- If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not tions for a correct classification are met.
  • Page 64 Occupant safety indicator lamp display the status of the front- That person could, for example, come into passenger front air bag ( page 59). contact with the vehicle's interior, especially For more information about the OCS, see if the person is sitting too close to the dash- "Problems with the Occupant Classification board.
  • Page 65 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 66 Occupant safety Roll bar Deployment of Emergency Tensioning Devices and air bags DANGER Important safety notes If the roll bar has developed a malfunction, it may not function, e.g. in the event of an acci- WARNING dent. The roll bars may then not protect the The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has vehicle occupants as intended.
  • Page 67 Occupant safety be released. The 6 restraint system warn- ently of each other in certain frontal collision ing lamp lights up. situations: Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Front air bags as well as driver's and front- hearing.
  • Page 68 How the air bag system works is deter- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have mined by the severity of the accident detec- the NECK-PRO head restraints checked for ted, especially the vehicle deceleration or...
  • Page 69 Occupant safety Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head Important safety notes restraints ! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats. There is a dan- ger that the seats and/or objects could be ® damaged when PRE-SAFE is activated.
  • Page 70 Pro- always secure the child in a child restraint tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehi- restraint system has been exposed to direct cles. The child restraint system must be...

  • Page 71: Children In The Vehicle

    You can obtain further information about the the special seat belt retractor and secure the correct child restraint system from any child restraint system properly. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. WARNING The seat belt on the front passenger's side is equipped with a special seat belt retractor.
  • Page 72 Children in the vehicle on an instruction label on the child restraint sudden change in direction. The child system. This confirmation can also be found restraint system could be thrown about, strik- in the installation instructions that are inclu- ing vehicle occupants. There is an increased ded with the child restraint system.

  • Page 73: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems ion length. The entire base of the child Driving safety systems restraint system must always rest on the seat Overview of driving safety systems cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the child restraint system must lie In this section, you will find information about as flat as possible against the backrest of the the following driving safety systems:...
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) tion of hazardous road conditions, and func- General information tions as a reminder to take extra care while driving. ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles equip- Recognition by the radar sensor system is ped with DISTRONIC PLUS. also impaired in the event of: For BAS PLUS to assist you, the radar sensor there is dirt on the sensors or anything else system must be operational.
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems ETS remains active when you deactivate ® tection measures (PRE-SAFE ) are activa- ® ted simultaneously. Keep the brake pedal depressed until the Mercedes-AMG vehicles: your vehicle emergency braking situation is over. may be equipped with 20-inch tires on the ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems ® ® ® If ESP intervenes, the ÷ ESP warning Activate ESP as soon as the situations lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. ® described above no longer apply. ESP will otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehi- ®...
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an (Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) ® extended period with ESP deactivated. You could otherwise damage the drivetrain. Important safety notes ® Deactivating/activating ESP Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 71).
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems When SPORT handling mode is activated: EBD (electronic brake force distribu- tion) ® only improves driving stability to a limited degree. General information traction control is still activated. EBD monitors and controls the brake pres- engine torque is no longer limited and the sure on the rear wheels to improve driving drive wheels are able to spin.
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems ® For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when driv- WARNING ing, the radar sensor system must be opera- ® PRE-SAFE Brake does not react: tional. to people or animals With the help of the radar sensor system, to oncoming vehicles ®...

  • Page 81: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft distance warning lamp will light up in the STEER CONTROL instrument cluster. General information Brake immediately to defuse the situation. STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering Take evasive action provided it is safe to do wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilization.
  • Page 82 Protection against theft To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call grasp the outside door handle. The Smart- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Key must be outside the vehicle. 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 83 Useful information ......82 SmartKey ..........82 Doors ............ 88 Trunk ............ 91 Side windows ........96 Roof ............ 100...

  • Page 84: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong ment of your vehicle available at the time of magnetic fields.
  • Page 85 SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: A check which periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the the doors SmartKey determines whether a valid Smart- the trunk lid Key is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example: the glove box when the external door handles are the stowage compartment under the arm- touched...
  • Page 86 SmartKey To deactivate: press the & button on The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- lows: the SmartKey twice in rapid succession. The battery check lamp ( page 85) of the To unlock the driver's door: touch the SmartKey flashes twice briefly and lights up inner surface of the door handle on the once, then KEYLESS-GO is deactivated.
  • Page 87 Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment.
  • Page 88 SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compart- You can get a battery at any qualified spe- ment cover : into the housing and then cialist workshop. press to close it. Replacing the battery Insert mechanical key ; into the Smart- Key ( page 84).
  • Page 89 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 85) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.
  • Page 90 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be the on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 557).

  • Page 91: Doors

    Doors You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. If a locked door is opened from the inside, the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consideration if: the vehicle was locked using the locking...

  • Page 92: Power Closing

    Doors You could therefore lock yourself out if: the vehicle is being pushed. the vehicle is being towed. the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer. You can also switch the automatic locking function on and off using the on-board com- puter ( page 234).

  • Page 93: Trunk

    Trunk If you close the trunk lid before the roof is lowered completely, the loading aid switch lights up and a warning tone sounds. Opening dimensions of the trunk lid page 608). With the roof open, you can use the load- ing aid ( page 516) to raise the folded roof in the trunk to make loading easier.
  • Page 94 Trunk The trunk partition must be closed again WARNING after loading. It will otherwise not be pos- The reversing feature does not react: sible to close the roof. to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- gers Closing over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit-...
  • Page 95 Trunk Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing feature press the closing or locking button on the and KEYLESS-GO: you can simultaneously trunk lid. close the trunk lid and lock the vehicle. pull the trunk lid handle Press locking button ; in the trunk lid. ! The trunk lid swings upwards when If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected outside opened.
  • Page 96 Trunk Operation ground and that there is sufficient clear- ance to the rear of the vehicle. You could otherwise lose your balance e.g. on ice. To open/close: move your foot in sensor detection range : using your leg. Always ensure that you only make the kick- You will hear a warning tone while the trunk ing movement within the detection range of lid is opening or closing.

  • Page 97: Opening And Closing

    Trunk Opening and closing Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the trunk lid. More- over, people, e.g. children, may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process.
  • Page 98 Side windows Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid Turn the mechanical key back to position lock as far as it will go. 1 and remove it. Turn the mechanical key clockwise from Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey position 1 to position 2.

  • Page 99: Side Windows

    Side windows dow and the door frame as the side window This means that the reversing feature cannot moves. There is a risk of injury. prevent someone being trapped in these sit- uations. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that nobody touches the side win- dow during the opening procedure.
  • Page 100 Side windows To close fully: pull the button beyond the point of resistance and release it. Automatic operation is started. To interrupt automatic operation: press or pull the corresponding button again. You can continue to operate the side win- dows after you switch off the engine. This function is available for up to five minutes or until the driver's or front-passenger door is opened.
  • Page 101 Side windows You can use the SmartKey to open or close all side windows simultaneously. Close the roof ( page 101). Open the trunk partition ( page 102). Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on the driver's door.
  • Page 102 Roof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 103: Roof

    Roof Opening and closing there is sufficient clearance, as the roof swings upwards. there is sufficient clearance behind the vehicle, as the trunk lid swings back- wards beyond the bumper. the trunk is only loaded to below the trunk partition. the trunk partition is not pushed up by the load.
  • Page 104 Roof Opening and closing using the Smart- Locking the roof again Important safety notes Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If you do not fully open/close the soft top, the When opening or closing the roof, body parts soft-top hydraulics depressurize after a short could be trapped by, for example, the roof time.
  • Page 105 Roof Removing and installing not place any objects on the cover behind the roll bars not allow the cargo to push the trunk partition upwards ! Make sure the trunk separator is com- pletely closed. Otherwise, the roof can be blocked when it is opened or closed.
  • Page 106 Roof The wind screen offers protection from the wind when driving with the roof down. The roof must be fully open before the wind screen can be extended. Extending and retracting Open the roof ( page 100). Open the cover in the lower center console. The switch for the electrical wind screen is under the cover.
  • Page 107 Roof Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL MAGIC SKY CONTROL General notes MAGIC SKY CONTROL is a glass roof, the transparency of which can be changed by applying electrical voltage. MAGIC SKY CONTROL can be switched between darkened and transparent states. MAGIC SKY CONTROL darkens automatically when you turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock or remove the key.
  • Page 108 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not in place. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 103). The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid ( page 92).
  • Page 109 Useful information ......108 Correct driver's seat position ..108 Seats ..........109 Steering wheel ........114 Mirrors ..........116 Memory function ....... 119...

  • Page 110: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 109). Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- This Operator's Manual describes all erly. models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of Electrical seat adjustment ( page 110) publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 111: Seats

    Seats The seat belt should: ment buttons and become trapped. There is a risk of injury. fit snugly across your body While moving the seats, make sure that your be routed across the middle of your shoul- hands or other body parts do not get under the lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- be routed in your pelvic area across the hip tem.
  • Page 112 Seats The seats should only be occupied by Adjusting the seats electrically passengers, if possible. when the seat heating is in operation, do not cover the seats with insulating mate- rials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat cov- ers, child seats or booster seats. ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat heating, observe the following information: keep liquids from spilling on the seats.

  • Page 113: Adjusting The Head Restraints

    Seats Before you drive off, the seat belt must be inserted into the seat belt guide. Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts page 52). To remove: open up magnetic head ; and fold the tab up in the direction of the arrow. Take the seat belt out of seat belt guide :.
  • Page 114 Seats ment : up or down in the direction of the Adjusting the multicontour seat arrow. You can set the multicontour seat using COMAND ( page 316). Moving the seats forward/back Adjusting the active multicontour WARNING seat When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g.
  • Page 115 Seats The system automatically switches down Switching the seat ventilation on/off from level 3 to level 2 after approximately Activating/deactivating eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.
  • Page 116 Steering wheel AIRSCARF Steering wheel Switching on/off Important safety notes WARNING WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air the following while driving: can flow from the vents in the head restraints. This could result in burns in the immediate adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, vicinity of the air vents.

  • Page 117: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Further related subjects: If somebody becomes trapped: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature press one of the memory function position page 115) buttons, or Storing settings ( page 119) press one of the memory function memory buttons, or move the switch for steering wheel adjust- EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ment in the opposite direction to that in which the steering wheel is moving...

  • Page 118: Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors Position of the steering wheel for driv- There is a risk of an accident. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt The steering wheel is moved to the last selec- before starting the engine.

  • Page 119: Mirrors

    Mirrors The exterior mirrors are automatically heated Move the exterior mirror into the correct after starting the vehicle if the rear window position manually. defroster is switched on and the outside tem- The mirror housing is engaged again and perature is low. Mirror heating lasts up to 10 you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual minutes.
  • Page 120 Mirrors Using the memory button Parking position for the exterior mir- ror on the front-passenger side Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear Button for the driver's side exterior mirror Button for the front-passenger side exte- rior mirror Adjustment button Memory button M Button for the driver's side exterior mirror...

  • Page 121: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- WARNING ting When the memory function adjusts the seat or steering wheel, you and other vehicle occu- pants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. While the memory function is making adjust- ments, make sure that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat or steering...
  • Page 122 Memory function Adjust the seat electrically ( page 110). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 114) and the exterior mirrors page 116). Press memory button M and one of the storage position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
  • Page 123 Useful information ......122 Exterior lighting ........ 122 Interior lighting ......... 128 Replacing bulbs ......... 129 Windshield wipers ......130...

  • Page 124: Useful Information

    General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. In some coun-...

  • Page 125: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting lamps/low-beam headlamps go out after three minutes. When the engine is running, the vehicle is stationary and in bright ambient light: if you turn the light switch to T, the daytime running lamps and parking lamps switch on. If the engine is running and you turn the light switch to L, the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps.
  • Page 126 Exterior lighting To switch on: turn the light switch to T. Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã The green T indicator lamp in the instru- led by the light sensor ment cluster lights up. Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Even if the light sensor does not detect that it Standing lamps is dark, the parking lamps and low-beam headlamps switch on when the ignition is...
  • Page 127 Exterior lighting To switch on manually: turn the Smart- Combination switch Key to position 2 in the ignition lock or start Turn signal the engine. Vehicles without Adaptive Highbeam Assist: turn the light switch to L or Ã. Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist: turn the light switch to L.
  • Page 128 Exterior lighting To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the Cornering light function ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =. Hazard warning lamps The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the direction you are turning, enabling better vis- ibility in tight bends, for example.

  • Page 129: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting Important safety notes driving. This allows you to identify pedes- trians, cyclists and animals. WARNING Active: when the lights are switched on. Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize road users: Adaptive Highbeam Assist who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians who have poor lighting, e.g.

  • Page 130: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist indicator lamp in the multifunction display on/off remains lit. To switch off: move the combination switch back to its normal position or move the light switch to another position. The _ indicator lamp in the multifunc- tion display goes out.

  • Page 131: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs switch-off using the on-board computer Interior lighting control page 234). General notes Manual interior lighting control In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from discharging, the interior lighting functions are To switch the interior lighting on: set the automatically deactivated after some time switch to the c position.
  • Page 132 Windshield wipers that these function correctly at all times. Have the headlamp setting checked regularly. Windshield wipers Switching the windshield wipers on/off ! Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry, as this could damage the wiper blades. Moreover, dust Combination switch that has collected on the windshield can $ Windshield wiper off...

  • Page 133: Windshield Wipers

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! Always position the windshield wiper...
  • Page 134 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Push the new wiper blade in the direction of arrow : onto the wiper arm until lug ; engages. Push the wiper blade out of the removal position in the direction of arrow = beyond the point of resistance.
  • Page 135 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 137 Useful information ......136 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 136 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 139 Setting the air vents ......147...

  • Page 138: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems It is possible that the dehumidification Useful information function of the climate control system may be activated automatically an hour after the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey has been removed. The vehicle is models and all standard and optional equip- then ventilated for 30 minutes to dry the ment of your vehicle available at the time of air-conditioning system.
  • Page 139 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 142) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 143) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 146) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 139)
  • Page 140 Overview of climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 142) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 143) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 144) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 139) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 141 Operating the climate control systems Activating or deactivating Use the ZONE function to adopt the tem- perature settings on the driver's side for Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- the front-passenger side as well. The indi- tion lock ( page 151).
  • Page 142 Operating the climate control systems Activating or deactivating Example: ¿ button To activate: press the ¿ button. The indicator lamp in the ¿ button lights To deactivate: press the ¿ button. The indicator lamp in the ¿ button goes out. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function has a delayed switch-off feature.
  • Page 143 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the ¿ button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 144 Operating the climate control systems automatically, depending on the outside temperature. Setting the air distribution Activating or deactivating Example: ñ button Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 151). Press the à button. Press the ñ button repeatedly until the desired climate mode appears in the dis- play.

  • Page 145: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems air vents. The side air vents can only be er's side is adopted for the front-passenger closed when the controls on the side air side. vents are turned downwards. Defrosting the windshield Setting the airflow General notes Activating or deactivating Example: ¬...
  • Page 146 Operating the climate control systems restored. Air-recirculation mode remains Defrosting the windows deactivated. Windows fogged up on the inside Activate the ¿ cooling with air dehu- Press the à button. midification function. The indicator lamp in the ¬ button goes out.
  • Page 147 Operating the climate control systems Activating or deactivating Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 151). Press the ¤ button. The indicator lamp in the ¤ button lights up or goes out.
  • Page 148 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- defroster has deactiva- sumers are switched on. ted prematurely or can- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g.

  • Page 149: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents The residual heat function is only available on WARNING vehicles for Canada. When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air It is possible to make use of the residual heat can flow from the vents in the head restraints. of the engine to continue heating the station- This could result in burns in the immediate ary vehicle for up to 30 minutesafter the...
  • Page 150 Setting the air vents depends on the airflow and air distribution Setting the side air vents settings. To open or close: turn thumbwheel : to the right or left. Setting the blower output of the AIR- SCARF vents WARNING When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air can flow from the vents in the head restraints.
  • Page 151 Useful information ......150 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............150 Driving ..........151 Automatic transmission ....159 Refueling ..........168 Parking ..........171 Driving tips ........174 Driving systems ........ 180...

  • Page 152: Useful Information

    Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Do not manually shift to a lower gear to Useful information brake the vehicle. Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Operator's Manual describes all pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- models and all standard and optional equip- down).

  • Page 153: Driving

    Driving ! Do not warm up the engine with the vehi- Driving cle stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid Important safety notes high engine speeds and driving at full throt- tle until the engine has reached its operat- WARNING ing temperature. Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the Only shift the automatic transmission to pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
  • Page 154 Driving KEYLESS-GO If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey's remote control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a General notes short time: Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with you will not be able to switch on the ignition a SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS- with the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 155 Driving The power supply is switched off again if: Starting the engine the driver's door is opened and Important safety notes you press Start/Stop button : twice WARNING when in this position If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, To switch on the ignition: press Start/ they could: Stop button : twice.

  • Page 156: Hill Start Assist

    Driving The catalytic converter is preheated for When engaging transmission position D or R, up to 30 seconds after a cold start. During always firmly depress the brake pedal and do this time, the engine sound may be differ- not simultaneously accelerate. ent.
  • Page 157 Driving Hill start assist is not active if: è ECO symbol is shown in the multifunc- tion display. you are pulling away on a level road or on a Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the ECO start/ downhill gradient. stop function is only available in drive pro- the transmission is in position N.
  • Page 158 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO stop phase. When you depress the accel- start/stop function erator pedal, the engine starts automati- cally and the braking effect of the HOLD All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- function is deactivated. cles) Automatic engine start The engine starts automatically if: you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button...
  • Page 159 Driving If drive program S, S+ or M is active, the automatic transmission switches to drive program C. If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deac- tivated manually or as the result of a mal- function.
  • Page 160 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 191) or DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 182). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.

  • Page 161: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine ture gauge shows a is no longer being cooled sufficiently. value above 248 ‡ Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to (120 †).
  • Page 162 Automatic transmission The selector lever always returns to its origi- mation on the ECO start/stop function nal position. The current transmission posi- page 155). tion P, R, N or D appears in the transmission Shifting to neutral N position display in the multifunction display. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Engaging park position P brake pedal.
  • Page 163 Automatic transmission With KEYLESS-GO: program is indicated in red on the drive pro- gram selector ( page 163). Make sure that the ignition is switched on. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Display when in transmission position D brake pedal and keep it depressed. Engage park position P.
  • Page 164 Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Only shift the transmission into matic transmission could be dam- position P when the vehicle is sta- aged. tionary ( page 159). The parking No power is transmitted from the lock should not be used as a brake engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 165 Automatic transmission Double-clutch function The automatic transmission shifts to automatic drive program E each time the When shifting down, the double-clutch func- engine is started. tion is active regardless of the currently selec- ted drive program. The double-clutch function Further information about permanent reduces load change reactions and is condu- drive program M ( page 166).
  • Page 166 Automatic transmission The automatic transmission shifts to Steering wheel paddle shifters automatic drive program C each time the engine is started. Further information about permanent drive program M ( page 166). As well as this permanent drive program M, you can also activate temporary drive pro- gram M ( page 165).
  • Page 167 Automatic transmission the vehicle having improved driving stabil- mission immediately shifts into the next gear ity, for example on slippery road surfaces. down or up, if permitted. the automatic transmission shifting up To shift up: pull the right-hand steering sooner. This results in the vehicle being wheel paddle shifter ( page 164).
  • Page 168 Automatic transmission If manual drive program M has been deacti- Press the program selector button page 163) repeatedly until M appears in vated, the automatic transmission shifts into the automatic drive program that was last the multifunction display. selected, i.e. E or S. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: turn the drive program selector until M appears in the You can also deactivate manual drive pro-...
  • Page 169 Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles ! In manual drive program M, the automatic transmission does not shift up automati- cally even when the engine limiting speed for the current gear is reached. When the engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving.
  • Page 170 Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.

  • Page 171: Refueling

    Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap Do not get into the vehicle again during the refueling process. Otherwise, electrostatic charge could build up again. ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine. Do not switch on the igni- tion if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
  • Page 172 Refueling If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. The ; Check Engine warning lamp may also light up. A message appears in the multifunction display ( page 258). For further information on warning and indi- cator lamps in the instrument cluster, see page 278).

  • Page 173: Parking

    Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank This section provides descriptions of and solutions to safety-relevant problems. Descriptions of and solutions to further problems can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty.

  • Page 174: Electric Parking Brake

    Parking Switching off the engine Electric parking brake Important safety notes General notes WARNING WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu- If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- tral position N when you switch off the engine. cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 175 Parking Applying or releasing manually the engine is switched off. the driver's seat belt is not inserted in the belt buckle and the driver's door is open. the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.

  • Page 176: Drinking And Driving

    Driving tips brake handle is depressed, the greater the WARNING braking force. If you operate mobile communication equip- During braking: ment while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control a warning tone sounds of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Please Release Parking Brake Only operate this equipment when the vehicle message appears...

  • Page 177: Driving Tips

    All work choice of route on the engine must be carried out only by electrical consumers switched on qualified and authorized Mercedes-Benz technicians. These factors are not included in the ECO dis- play. The engine settings must not be changed under any circumstances.

  • Page 178: Downhill Gradients

    This type of damage is not cov- drive in drive program E. ered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. On long journeys at a constant speed, e.g. Change into a lower gear in good time on long...
  • Page 179 Brake beginning and end of a journey. pads/linings which have not been approved Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not ahead. of an equivalent quality could affect your vehi- cle's operating safety.
  • Page 180 Driving tips which is not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's operating safety. High-performance and ceramic brake system (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) The AMG brake systems are designed for heavy loads. This may lead to noise when braking. This will depend on: Speed Braking force Ambient conditions, e.g.

  • Page 181: Winter Driving

    Driving tips Hold test gauge A vertically on brake Winter driving disc : and slide measuring pin ; onto WARNING brake disc :. If you shift down on a slippery road surface in Check which color field ? the arrow on an attempt to increase the engine's braking measuring pin ;...
  • Page 182 Driving systems and drive at a speed to suit the prevailing Do not use cruise control: weather conditions. in road and traffic conditions which do not You should pay special attention to road con- allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. ditions when temperatures are around freez- in heavy traffic or on winding roads ing point.
  • Page 183 Driving systems Storing, maintaining and calling up a speed Storing and maintaining a speed Cruise control lever Briefly pull the cruise control lever toward you :. Remove your foot from the accelerator Cruise control lever pedal. Accelerate the vehicle to the desired The first time cruise control is activated, it speed.
  • Page 184 Driving systems To adjust the set speed in 1 mph incre- Cruise control is automatically deactivated if: ments (1 km/h increments): briefly you engage the electric parking brake press the cruise control lever up : to the you are driving at less than 20 mph pressure point for a higher speed or (30 km/h) down ;...
  • Page 185 Driving systems Important safety notes For DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you, the radar sensor system must be operational. WARNING If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: PLUS operates in the same way as cruise control in the speed range between 20 mph people or animals (Canada: 30 km/h) and 120 mph (Canada:...
  • Page 186 Driving systems To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- This speed may: vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- be too high if you are driving in a filter lane tion in the following or other similar situa- or an exit lane tions: be so high when driving in the right-hand when towing the vehicle...

  • Page 187: Driving Systems

    Driving systems To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- pressure point for a higher speed, or down vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- = for a lower speed. tion in the following or other similar situa- Every time the cruise control lever is tions: pressed up or down, the last speed stored is increased or reduced.
  • Page 188 Driving systems Pulling away and driving Changing lanes If you wish to move into the overtaking lane (for left-hand-drive vehicles, the passing lane is the left-hand lane), DISTRONIC PLUS assists you if: you are driving faster than 40 mph (60 km/h) DISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the dis- tance to a vehicle in front you switch on the appropriate turn signal...
  • Page 189 Driving systems secures the vehicle and relieves the service brake. Depending on the specified minimum dis- tance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a sufficient distance behind the vehicle in front. The specified minimum distance is set using the control on the cruise control lever. The electric parking brake automatically secures the vehicle if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated and:...
  • Page 190 Driving systems pressure point for a higher speed or To increase: turn control = toward ;. down ; for a lower speed. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater Every time the cruise control lever is distance between your vehicle and the pressed up or down, the last speed stored vehicle in front.
  • Page 191 Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti- You will initially see the stored speed for vated about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS. Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated and releases the brakes if the vehicle is slowed down to a speed below 20 mph (30km/h) by the system, provided that DISTRONIC PLUS does not detect a vehicle directly in front.
  • Page 192 Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactiva- ted if: you engage the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with the electric parking brake you are driving slower than 15 mph (25 km/h) and there is no vehicle in front, or if the vehicle in front is no longer detec- ®...
  • Page 193 Driving systems because of its narrow width. The distance to HOLD function the vehicle in front will be too short. General notes Obstructions and stationary vehicles The HOLD function can assist the driver in the following situations: when pulling away, especially on steep slopes when maneuvering on steep slopes when waiting in traffic...

  • Page 194: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activation conditions you secure the vehicle using the electric parking brake. You can activate the HOLD function if: you activate DISTRONIC PLUS. the vehicle is stationary After a time, the electric parking brake the engine is running or if it has been auto- secures the vehicle and relieves the service matically switched off by the ECO start/ brake.
  • Page 195 Driving systems SPORT handling mode is activated. celed. The multifunction display shows the page 76) RACE START Canceled message. the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead Take your foot off the brake, but keep the position. accelerator pedal depressed. the vehicle is stationary and the brake The vehicle pulls away at maximum accel- pedal is depressed (left foot).
  • Page 196 Driving systems Selecting sports tuning Make sure that the engine is running or that it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function. If indicator lamp ; is not lit: press but- ton :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. You have selec- ted the suspension for a comfortable driv- ing style.
  • Page 197 Driving systems Make sure that the engine is running or that Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the it has been switched off by the ECO start/ wheel arch or the underbody when you switch stop function. off the engine.
  • Page 198 Driving systems Driving conditions menu in the Make sure that the engine is running or that COMAND display it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function. If indicator lamp ; is not lit: press but- ton :. Indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 199 Driving systems If icon ; is not shown: press = Active Body Control (Mercedes-AMG or ; on the steering wheel to select the vehicles) DriveAssist menu. Vehicle level Press the 9 or : button to select Vehicle Level. General notes Press the a button.
  • Page 200 Driving systems Selecting comfort tuning The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you: are driving faster than approximately 75 mph (120 km/h). drive for approximately three minutes at a speed over 50 mph (80 km/h). Suspension tuning General notes The electronically controlled ABC suspension system features improved driving dynamics and ride comfort.
  • Page 201 Driving systems Ultrasonic sources such as an automatic car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a truck or a pneumatic drill could cause PARKTRONIC to malfunction. PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain. PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you: switch on the ignition shift the transmission to position D, R or N Example: displays in the COMAND display release the electric parking brake.

  • Page 202: Warning Displays

    Driving systems Minimum distance Center Approx. 8 in (approx. 20 cm) Corners Approx. 6 in (approx. 15 cm) If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warn- ing tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no longer be Side view shown.
  • Page 203 Driving systems mine which warning display is active when the engine is running. Transmission Warning display position Front area activated R, N or the vehicle Rear and front areas activated is rolling back- wards No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle.

  • Page 204: Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
  • Page 205 Driving systems procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging ! If unavoidable, you should drive over loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods obstacles such as curbs slowly and not at a vehicles. In some circumstances, Active Park- sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage ing Assist may therefore guide you into the the wheels or tires.
  • Page 206 Driving systems space on the driver's side, the indicator on far as possible. When doing so, also the driver's side must remain on. The turn observe the PARKTRONIC messages. signal must remain switched on until you Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist continuous warning tone, if not before.
  • Page 207 Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Let go of the multifunction steering wheel. space being measured inaccurately. Reverse the vehicle or drive forwards, being The way your vehicle is positioned in the ready to brake at all times. Do not exceed a parking space after parking is dependent maximum speed of approximately 6 mph on various factors.
  • Page 208 Driving systems Stop the movement of the multifunction your vehicle with guide lines in the COMAND steering wheel or steer yourself. display. Active Parking Assist will be canceled at The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a once. The Park Assist Canceled mes- mirror image, as in the rear view mirror.
  • Page 209 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 "Show rear view camera display" function is selected in COMAND page 319). Engage reverse gear. The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines.
  • Page 210 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 207).
  • Page 211 Driving systems ing space until red guide line : reaches parking space marking ;. Keep the steering wheel in that position and back up carefully. End of parking space White guide line without turning the steer- ing wheel Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the Backing up with the steering wheel turned vehicle...
  • Page 212 Driving systems The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you con- restricted and warnings may be delayed or tinue your journey and starts assessing your not occur at all: tiredness again if: if the road condition is poor, e.g. if the sur- you switch off the engine.
  • Page 213 Driving systems Pedestrian and animal recognition In addition, thermal imaging camera : is integrated in the radiator grill. The camera General notes helps detect pedestrians and animals. Pedestrian or animal recognition may be Observe the notes on cleaning the thermal impaired or inoperative if: imaging camera and cleaning the windshield page 547).
  • Page 214 Driving systems Activating/deactivating Night View body contours and posture of a person stand- Assist Plus ing upright. Pedestrian recognition is then switched on Activation conditions automatically if: You can only activate Night View Assist Plus if Night View Assist Plus is activated. all of the following conditions are met: you are driving faster than approximately the ignition is switched on (...

  • Page 215: Spotlight Function

    Driving systems Activating the spotlight function cally displayed in the COMAND display as soon as pedestrians or animals are detected. The pedestrian detection with spotlight func- tion is running in the background. If the pre- In COMAND, select automatic activation of requisites are met, the spotlight function uses Night View Assist Plus ( page 320)
  • Page 216 Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield is fogged up on the inside. Night View Assist Plus Fold down camera cover ( page 547). has deteriorated. Defrost the windshield ( page 144).
  • Page 217 Driving systems Monitoring area As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- WARNING uations. There is a risk of an accident. Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all Always observe the traffic conditions care- traffic situations and road users.
  • Page 218 Driving systems Visual and acoustic collision warning Due to the nature of the system: warnings may be issued in error when driv- ing close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders. warnings may be interrupted when driving alongside particularly long vehicles, e.g. trucks, for a prolonged time.
  • Page 219 Driving systems a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is switched off. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected. Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist Make sure that Active Blind Spot Assist is activated ( page 231).
  • Page 220 Driving systems brakes can bring the vehicle back into the the windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged original lane. or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera If you select on the on-board computer in Display Unit Speed-/Odometer there are no, several or unclear lane mark- func-...
  • Page 221 Driving systems must be given by means of intermittent vibra- you or makes a lane-correcting brake appli- tion in the steering wheel. In addition, a lane cation. with lane markings on both sides must be recognized. The brake application also WARNING slightly reduces vehicle speed.
  • Page 222 Driving systems Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select Standard Adaptive page 232). If you drive at speeds above 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, the lines in the assistance graphics display page 231) are shown in green.
  • Page 223 Useful information ......222 Important safety notes ..... 222 Displays and operation ..... 222 Menus and submenus ...... 225 Display messages ......239 Warning and indicator lamps ... 270...

  • Page 224: Useful Information

    Displays and operation sure your vehicle is operating safely at all Useful information times. If the operating safety of your vehicle is This Operator's Manual describes all impaired, pull over as soon as it is safe to do models and all standard and optional equip- so.

  • Page 225: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation The segments between the speed of the The coolant temperature gauge is in the vehicle in front and the stored speed light instrument cluster on the right-hand side page 41). Under normal operating conditions and with the specified coolant level, the coolant tem- Tachometer perature may rise to 248 ‡...
  • Page 226 Displays and operation Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls in lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function In the Audio menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off the Voice Control a video scene System (see the separate oper-...
  • Page 227 Menus and submenus Sett menu (settings) ( page 232) Time menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Outside temperature or speed page 236) page 233) To display menu bar ?: press the = or ; button on the steering wheel. Trip menu If you do not press the buttons any longer, menu bar ? is faded out after a few sec- Standard display onds.
  • Page 228 Menus and submenus the ignition has been switched off for more Press the = or ; button on the steer- than four hours. ing wheel to select the Trip menu. 999 hours have been exceeded. Press 9 or : to select the display with approximate range : and current fuel 9,999 miles have been exceeded.

  • Page 229: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Resetting values Route guidance not active Direction of travel Press the = or ; button on the steer- Current road ing wheel to select the Trip menu. Press the 9 or : button to select the Route guidance active function that you wish to reset.
  • Page 230 Menus and submenus change of direction. The change of direction but the road is not recognize, e.g. new starts once the distance display reaches zero. roads, car parks or private land Route: no route could be calculated to Change of direction announced with a the selected destination lane recommendation Audio menu...
  • Page 231 Menus and submenus Operating an audio player or audio To select the next or previous scene: media briefly press the 9 or : button. To select a scene from the scene list (rapid scrolling): press and hold the 9 or : button until desired scene : appears.
  • Page 232 Menus and submenus Accepting a call If there is more than one number for a particular name: press the 6 or a button to display the numbers. Press the 9 or : button to select the number you want to dial. Press the 6 or a button to start dial- ing.

  • Page 233: Attention Assist

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind Spot Press a to confirm your selection. Assist ( page 231) The current selection appears. Activating/deactivating Active Lane Keep- To activate/deactivate: press the a ing Assist ( page 232) button again. ® When the PRE-SAFE Brake is deactivated, Displaying the assistance graphic the multifunction display in the assistance...
  • Page 234 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Lane Settings menu Keeping Assist Introduction Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Lane Keeping Assist. Press a to confirm your selection. The current selection appears.
  • Page 235 Menus and submenus the trip computer Further information on daytime running lamps ( page 122). the current consumption and the range the navigation instructions in the Navi Switching the spotlight function on/off menu Press the = or ; button on the steer- cruise control ing wheel to select the Sett.
  • Page 236 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to set the all the doors and the trunk lid, the exterior color to SOLAR, SOLAR Orange SOLAR lighting goes off after 15 seconds. Red. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, Press the a or % button to save the when the surround lighting and delayed setting.

  • Page 237: Vehicle Submenu

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the The adjustment process is stopped. Automatic Door Lock function. When the Automatic Door Lock function Press the = or ; button on the steer- is activated, the multifunction display ing wheel to select the Sett.
  • Page 238 Menus and submenus mirrors using the button on the door AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) page 117), they will not fold out automat- WARMUP ically. The exterior mirrors can then only be folded out using the button on the door. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Sett.
  • Page 239 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button to select ® SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP Interm. Time. (Electronic Stability Program) mode and the SPORT handling mode. Press a to confirm. The intermediate time appears for five sec- Press the = or ;...
  • Page 240 Menus and submenus Lap statistics Deleting all laps If you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER is reset to "0" after 30 seconds. All laps are Lap time deleted. Average lap speed You cannot delete individual stored laps. If Lap length you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap Top speed during lap does not have to be reset.

  • Page 241: 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 differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
  • Page 242 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function and hill Currently Unavail‐ start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐...
  • Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
  • Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE‑SAFE Brake may also have failed. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp (USA lights up. only) (Canada You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the igni- only) tion was switched off. Turn On the Igni‐...
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and 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 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) warning only) (Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone only) sounds.
  • Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is deactivated or temporarily inoperative. Pos- sible causes are: PRE-SAFE Functions Currently Limited function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Operator's Man‐ the sensors in the radiator trim and the bumper are dirty. the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- Radar Sensors Dirty See Opera‐ tems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: tor's Manual ® PRE-SAFE Brake DISTRONIC PLUS Active Lane Keeping Assist Active Blind Spot Assist If the radar sensor system in front is dirty, Active Blind Spot Assist will not perform a course-correcting brake application.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. SRS Malfunction WARNING Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Front Passenger Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's Man‐ an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating cor- rectly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 59). Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are enabled during the journey, even though: Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual...
  • Page 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Classification System) has disabled the front-passenger front air bag ( page 59) Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper‐ ator's Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary sys- tem checks have been completed.
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Rear Left Turn Signal Check Rear Right Turn Signal The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear fog lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Rear Fog Lamp The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Standing LamporCheck Front...
  • Page 257 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Assist is faulty. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoper- Assist Currently ative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty.
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 259 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. ! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will Check Engine Oil otherwise be damaged.
  • Page 260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Engine Oil Level Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, Stop Vehicle Turn paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle is leaking oil. The multifunction display continuously shows the display mes- sage. WARNING The vehicle's suspension settings may be affected. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inop- Active Lane Keep‐ ing Assist Cur‐ erative. rently Unavailable Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐ the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 263 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Blind Spot Assist is defective. Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mir- rors. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Spotlight Inopera‐ Night View Assist Plus is deactivated and temporarily inoperative.
  • Page 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking Park Assist Inoper‐ ative maneuvers. Active Parking Assist will become available again after approx- imately ten minutes ( page 202). Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS is defective. DISTRONIC PLUS Inoperative ® BAS PLUS and PRE‑SAFE Brake may also have failed. A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. DISTRONIC PLUS Sus‐ You have depressed the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is no pended longer controlling the speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 266 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Please Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Tire Pressure pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 575).
  • Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The Warning Tire Mal‐ function wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. WARNING Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
  • Page 268 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Shift to 'P' or You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in 'N' to Start Engine position R or D. Shift the transmission to position P or N. Apply Brake to You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to Shift from 'P'...
  • Page 269 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is no longer Auxiliary Battery Malfunction being charged. Visit a qualified specialist workshop at the next opportunity. Until then, set the transmission to position P before you switch off the engine.
  • Page 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ Phone No Service receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display. You wanted to open the roof while the vehicle was in motion. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying Decrease Speed attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers are malfunctioning. Wiper Malfunction‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Hazard Warning The hazard warning lamps are faulty. Flashers Malfunc‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. tioning SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â...

  • Page 272: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 273 Warning and indicator lamps Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt ( page 54).

  • Page 274: Safety Systems

    Warning and indicator lamps Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 275 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP , EBD (elec- ® ® The yellow ABS warning tronic brake force distribution), PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE Brake, the lamp is lit while the HOLD function, hill start assist are therefore also deactivated, for engine is running.
  • Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD func- The yellow ABS warning tion and hill start assist are also unavailable, for example. lamp is lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 278 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ å ® ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
  • Page 279 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. ! (Canada only) The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or lights up and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake lights up.
  • Page 280 Warning and indicator lamps Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
  • Page 281 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may ing lamp comes on be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc- while the engine is run- tioning.
  • Page 282 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 539). If you have to add coolant frequently, have the engine cooling system checked.
  • Page 283 Warning and indicator lamps Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow combination low tire pressure tell- WARNING tale/TPMS malfunction Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: telltale for the TPMS (pressure loss or mal- they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed...
  • Page 285 Useful information ......284 Operating safety ....... 284 At a glance ......... 287 System settings ........ 307 Vehicle functions ......314 Navigation ......... 320 Telephone .......... 381 Online and Internet functions ..411 Audio ..........436 Video ..........474 Rear Seat Entertainment System ..482 SIRIUS Weather .........

  • Page 286: Useful Information

    Operating safety Useful information is possible, park the vehicle paying attention to traffic conditions and operate the equip- ment when the vehicle is stationary. These operating instructions describe all the standard and optional equipment of You must observe the legal requirements for your COMAND system, as available at the the country in which you are currently driving time of going to print.

  • Page 287: Operating Safety

    Mercedes-Benz recom- license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation mends that you use an authorized is subject to the following two conditions: Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. In 1) These devices may not cause interfer- particular, work relevant to safety or on ence, and...
  • Page 288 Operating safety warranties Data stored in the vehicle quality assurance A wide range of electronic components in It is read by employees of the service network your vehicle contain data memories. (including manufacturers) using special diag- These data memories temporarily or perma- nostic devices.

  • Page 289: At A Glance

    COMAND system may differ COMAND control panel with a single DVD from that in the descriptions and illustrations. drive Should you have any questions concerning COMAND controller ( page 294) equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 290 At a glance You can use COMAND to operate the follow- ing main functions: the navigation system the audio function the telephone function the video function the system settings the online and Internet functions the Digital Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehicle model) You can call up the main functions: using the corresponding buttons using the main function bar in the COMAND...
  • Page 291 At a glance Display overview Example display for radio Status bar Calls up the audio menu Main function bar Display/selection window Radio menu bar Status bar : displays the time, the current mobile phone network provider and the signal level. The main functions –...
  • Page 292 At a glance Menu overview Navi Audio Telephone Video System Symbol ® Route settings FM/AM Telephone Video DVD Calls up the Calls up the radio (using system Digital HD Radio™) menu Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehi- cle model) Map settings Satellite Address...
  • Page 293 At a glance System menu overview System Time SPLITVIEW Consump- Seat Display off tion Display settings Operates Calls up the Changes Switches Switches COMAND fuel con- the driver/ off the dis- the auto- functions sumption front- play matic time from the display passenger settings...
  • Page 294 At a glance Switching the COMAND display on/off Press the W button. Select System in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. In both cases, the system menu appears. To switch off: select Display Off press W to confirm.
  • Page 295 At a glance COMAND control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Selects stations via the sta- tion search function Switches wavebands Rewinds Switches to satellite radio Selects the previous track Switches to navigation mode Disc slot Shows the menu system •...
  • Page 296 At a glance Function Page Function Page Number pad SD memory card slot • Selects stations via the Calls up the system menu station presets Accepts a call • Stores stations manually Dials a number • Mobile phone authoriza- tion Redial •...
  • Page 297 At a glance Example of operation To exit the menu: briefly press the k back button. In the instructions, operating sequences are COMAND changes to the next higher menu described as follows: level in the current operating mode. Press the $ button. To call up the basic display: press and Radio mode is activated.
  • Page 298 At a glance Selecting the menu of a main function Using COMAND Selecting a main function Address entry menu Main function bar Situation: switching from navigation mode (address entry menu) to the system settings. To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø...
  • Page 299 At a glance Selecting a menu item Switching off navigation announcements Navigation announcements: press the 8 button during the announcement. Switching navigation announcements back on Press the 8 button again. The navigation announcements are active again: if COMAND is switched off/on with the q control knob or after starting route guidance Select the station by turning c V d the...
  • Page 300 At a glance Adjusting the volume for phone calls Adjusting treble and bass You can adjust the volume for hands-free mode during a telephone call. Turn the q control knob. Press the W or X button on the mul- tifunction steering wheel. Adjusting the sound settings Calling up the sound menu Setting the bass...
  • Page 301 At a glance Select Bal/Fad (balance/fader) in the sound menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select a balance setting by sliding XVY the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. Surround General notes If your vehicle is equipped with surround sound, you can use one of two sound sys- tems:...
  • Page 302 At a glance The example describes how to set the sur- multichannel audio formats, such as MLP, round sound for radio mode. dts or Dolby Digital. This results in sound characteristics like those intended by the To switch surround sound on/off: press sound engineer when the original was the $ button.
  • Page 303 At a glance This setting provides a crisp, clear, luxury Please note the following: you will achieve high-end sound setting for a studio atmos- the best sound results on your Bang & Oluf- phere in your vehicle. sen sound system by playing high-quality CDs.
  • Page 304 At a glance Option 1 Call up the input menu with data fields page 395). Select 4 or 5 in the character bar and Select and confirm W with the COMAND press W to confirm. controller. The input menu shows the data field selec- appears in the data field.
  • Page 305 At a glance Select the p symbol and press W to Select the 2 symbol and press and hold confirm. W the COMAND controller until the entire entry has been deleted. (upper/lower case) (digits) Press and hold the 2 button next to the Other (special characters such as @, €, COMAND controller until the entire entry is...
  • Page 306 At a glance Entering characters using the number List entry that most closely resembles the keypad current entry by the user Switches to the selection list To enter the letter N: press the p num- ber key twice in quick succession. Deletes an entry The character appears at the bottom of the Characters not currently available...
  • Page 307 At a glance Option 2: city list as selection list Select the 2 symbol in the character bar and press and hold W the COMAND con- troller until the entire entry is deleted. To cancel an entry: select the & symbol in the bottom left of the character bar and press W to confirm.
  • Page 308 At a glance Switching SPLITVIEW on/off You can connect your own headphones to a special headphones jack. You can use the remote control to operate them. Points to remember You can only adjust the volume for the headphones supplied, directly on the head- phones.

  • Page 309: System Settings

    Select Mercedes-Benz Apps with the SPLITVIEW symbol : appears in the dis- remote control. play, and display ; switches to Off. You see the selection of Mercedes-Benz Apps. Select Google Local Search with the remote control. Using a menu you can select a category for the destination.
  • Page 310 System settings Display settings Design Explanation Setting the brightness Day Mode The display is set perma- nently to day design. The brightness detected by the display light sensor affects the setting options for this Night Mode The display is set perma- function.
  • Page 311 System settings Select Format and press W to confirm. To change manually: select The # symbols show the current settings. press W to confirm. Set the format by turning c V d the To change to automatic time: select COMAND controller and press W to con- Automatic and press W to confirm.
  • Page 312 System settings Select Set Time Manually and press W thus improve voice recognition. See the sep- to confirm. arate operating instructions. Set the time by turning c V d the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. ® Bluetooth settings The time is accepted.

  • Page 313: Favorites Button

    System settings able, the navigation announcements will be in You can select the following predefined func- English. tions in a menu: When you set the system language, the lan- SplitView on/off: you can switch the guage of the Voice Control System will screen view for the front passenger on or change accordingly.
  • Page 314 System settings Using this function, you can: transfer your personal COMAND data from one system/vehicle to another. make a backup copy of your personal data (export data) and load it again (import data). protect your data from unwanted export by activating a pin prompt (presetting: deacti- vated ª).
  • Page 315 System settings Importing/exporting data If PIN protection is activated, a PIN prompt appears when you select Export Data. Enter the PIN, select¬and press W to confirm. You can now proceed in the same way as if PIN protection was deactivated. To select a preset: select Memory Card USB Storage...
  • Page 316 Vehicle functions ded before selling or transferring ownership Climate control status display of your vehicle, for example. Data on the internal hard drive, e.g. music files in the MUSIC REGISTER, will be deleted. You can also delete music files from the MUSIC REGISTER using the "Delete all music files"...

  • Page 317: Vehicle Functions

    Vehicle functions To call up the full screen display: press The way that the climate control status display is called up depends on your vehi- the W button. cle's climate control system. In the system menu, slide ZV the COMAND controller up until the Full Screen option is selected.
  • Page 318 Vehicle functions Selecting the seat Details on the displays: for all vehicles except AMG vehicles (see the separate vehicle Operator's Manual) for AMG vehicles, see the separate vehicle Operator's Manual. Exiting the display Slide XVY the COMAND controller until the desired display (clock or fuel consump- tion) is shown.
  • Page 319 Vehicle functions Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm. To exit the menu: press the k back button. Adjusting the seat contour in the lumbar region of the seat backrest The availability of this function depends on the type of seat and the vehicle model series.
  • Page 320 Vehicle functions Select the seat ( page 316). The values stand for: Select Seat Sides by turning cVd the - backrest and seat cushion are heated COMAND controller and press W to con- equally to the maximum level firm. - the heat output to the seat cush- A scale appears.
  • Page 321 Vehicle functions Resetting all adjustments Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm. The massage function runs for approx- imately 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the setting. To exit the menu: press the k back button.
  • Page 322 Navigation For further information on the rear view cam- To switch off the display: select Back era, see the vehicle Operator's Manual. press W to confirm or press the k but- ton. Press the W button. The system menu appears. Select Settings by turning cVd the...

  • Page 323: Navigation

    Navigation COMAND can give incorrect navigation com- soon as the speed falls below approximately mands if the actual street/traffic situation 2 mph (3 km/h), the restriction becomes does not correspond with the digital map's inactive. data. Digital maps do not cover all areas nor When the restriction is active, certain entries all routes in an area.
  • Page 324 Navigation Basic settings Setting route type and route options Map without the menu (route guidance inactive) Current vehicle position Map orientation selected Map scale selected Route settings menu (start of menu) To select the route type Route guidance active means that you To set the number of persons in the vehi- have entered a destination and that cle for the use of carpool lanes...
  • Page 325 Navigation You can select the following route types: Carpool lanes may only be used under certain conditions. They can normally be used when Fast Route: COMAND calculates a route there are two people in the vehicle. However, with the shortest (minimized) journey time. there are also carpool lanes which can only be Dynamic Traffic Route: is the same...
  • Page 326 Navigation entering the state/province, city/ZIP code, street and intersection entering the state/province, street, city and house number entering the state/province, street and house number entering the state/province, street and intersection You can only enter those cities, streets, ZIP codes etc. that are stored on the digital Select 1, More than 2 by turning cVd...
  • Page 327 Navigation Entering the city Select Address Entry and press W to confirm. Call up the address entry menu The address entry menu appears. If you page 324). have previously entered a destination, this Select City in the address entry menu by will be shown in the display.
  • Page 328 Navigation Entering the street name Call up the address entry menu page 324). Select Street in the address entry menu by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. You will see the street list either with the character bar (option 1) or as a selection list (option 2).
  • Page 329 Navigation Option 1: ZIP code list with character bar Enter a ZIP code. Character entry, using city input as an example ( page 303). House number list as selection list Option 2: house number list as selection list Select an entry by turning cVd the COMAND controller.
  • Page 330 Navigation COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. You will see the intersection list either with the character bar (option 1) or as a selec- tion list (option 2). City center list with character bar Option 1: center list with character bar Enter a center.
  • Page 331 Navigation Irrespective of the option, press W to con- If the vehicle is not on a digitized road, the firm your selection. following is displayed: The address entry menu appears again. The the linear distance to the destination intersection selected has been entered. the direction to the destination Start route calculation ( page 329).
  • Page 332 Navigation Select and press W to confirm. List entry most closely resembling the After selecting Yes, the Data saved. mes- characters entered so far sage appears. Switches to the selection list Deletes an entry Selecting a destination from the desti- Characters not currently available nation memory (e.g.
  • Page 333 Navigation Select Destination in the navigation sys- tem menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. Current vehicle position Crosshair Details of the crosshair position Map scale selected Select From Last Destinations Select Using Map and press W to confirm.
  • Page 334 Navigation To select a destination: press W the Select Using Geo-Coordinates press W to confirm. COMAND controller once or several times. An entry menu appears. If COMAND is unable to assign a unique address, you will see either the address You can now enter the latitude and longitude entry menu with the destination address or coordinates with the COMAND controller or...
  • Page 335 Do you want to COMAND provides a selection of predefined accept the navigation data sent destinations in eight categories for this pur- via Mercedes-Benz Apps? pose, e.g. GAS STATION COFFEE SHOP. You can also use the destination entry options to Street View enter way points.
  • Page 336 Navigation Selection Step From Personal Enter a destina- POIs tion from the per- sonal POIs page 344). Using the Map Enter a destina- tion using the map page 331). Using Geo-Coor‐ Enter a destina- Select the category or Other by turning dinates tion using the geo- cVd the COMAND controller and press W...
  • Page 337 Navigation To accept the way point: confirm pressing W. Once you have accepted the way point, it is entered in the way point menu. To display the details: select Details turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To make a call: select Call with the...
  • Page 338 Navigation To change the sequence: from the menu, If the way points menu already contains four way points, a prompt will be displayed, select Move by turning cVd the COMAND asking you whether you wish to enter the controller and press W to confirm. gas station into position 1.
  • Page 339 Navigation Defining the position for the POI search Selection Characteristic Instructions Near Destina‐ Entry is only possible Select Near Destination from the POI tion when route guidance is menu and press W to confirm. active. Select a POI category ( page 338).
  • Page 340 Navigation Searching by point of interest category Point of interest search near the current position (example) POI category list The POI search is canceled when 50 POIs Call up the POI menu ( page 336). have been found. After entering a city, the POI category list COMAND searches within a radius of approx- appears after choosing the menu item imately 60 miles (100 km).
  • Page 341 Navigation The search results display the following infor- Further information on searching via POI cat- mation: egories ( page 338). Select the POI in the POI list by turning an arrow that shows the linear direction to cVd the COMAND controller and press W the point of interest to confirm.
  • Page 342 Navigation Depending on your selection, you can select all available points of interest on the digital map or the points of interest in the vicinity of the selected position. Proceed as described in "Searching for a phone book entry" ( page 394).
  • Page 343 Navigation Settings You can select the icons that you want COMAND to display. Calling up the "Personal POIs" menu If no points of interest are available, you will see a message to this effect. You also see this message if you have selected the No Symbols menu item under...
  • Page 344 Navigation Select a category and press W to confirm. Selection Explanation This will switch the visual warning for all ª Not Clas‐ Standard entry for per- personal POIs of this category on O or off sified sonal POIs ª, depending on the previous setting. ª...
  • Page 345 Navigation Managing personal POIs Call up the "Personal POIs" menu page 341). Select Manage Categories for Per‐ sonal POIs in the menu and press W to confirm. Select Classified, COMAND or your own category and press W to confirm. Select a personal POI and press W to con- firm.
  • Page 346 Navigation Selecting as the destination Option 2 Insert the SD memory card ( page 447). To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Position in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 347 Navigation If route guidance has not been activated, route calculation for the personal point of interest will start immediately. Select and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, the personal POI is accep- ted as the destination. If you select No, the process will be can- celed.
  • Page 348 The destination addresses are downloa- the corresponding field in the "Send" dialog ded in the same order as they are sent. window. If you own several Mercedes-Benz vehicles Click "Send". equipped with mbrace and a valid sub- scriber account: each destination address Calling up destination addresses can be downloaded by each vehicle.
  • Page 349 Navigation form of audible navigation announcements Current vehicle position (the tip of the tri- and route guidance displays. angle indicates the vehicle’s direction of travel) The route guidance displays can be seen if the display is switched to navigation mode. Current road If you do not follow the navigation announce- Display ? depends on the setting selected...
  • Page 350 Navigation Example of a display without changes of The distance announced before the next direction change of direction depends on the type of road and its permissible maximum speed. The display is now split into two sectors. In the left half, you see the normal map view. The right-hand half shows: an enlarged section of the area around the intersection (crossing zoom) or...
  • Page 351 Navigation On multi-lane roads, COMAND can display The colors used in the lane recommenda- lane recommendations for the next change of tion display vary depending on whether day direction. The corresponding data must be or night mode is switched on. available in the digital map.
  • Page 352 Navigation To show the menu: press W the COMAND The volume of an active audio or video source is automatically reduced during a controller. navigation announcement. Select in the navigation system menu Gas on Reserve bar by turning cVd the COMAND control- Once you have reached reserve fuel ler and press W to confirm.
  • Page 353 Navigation Exit route guidance Select Route in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND Canceling or continuing route guidance controller and press W to confirm. To switch to navigation mode: press the Select Detour and press W to confirm. Ø...
  • Page 354 Navigation Menu functions Select Alternative Route and press W to confirm. To select the next or previous alterna- tive route: select Next Previous press W to confirm. To start route guidance using the selec- ted alternative route: select Start press W to confirm. COMAND begins route guidance on the selected alternative route.
  • Page 355 Navigation To close the destination information: Route demonstration slide XVY the COMAND controller or press the k back button. You can display destination information for the destination, for both way points and for the intermediate stop, if they are part of the route.
  • Page 356 Navigation Calling up the Routes menu Example: route display stopped Road name and city display when route Insert the SD memory card ( page 447). display has been stopped To switch to navigation mode: press the Distance of the crosshair from current Ø...
  • Page 357 Navigation COMAND controller and press W to con- To begin route calculation: select Start firm. in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Displaying and editing the recorded route COMAND attempts to align the recorded route with the digital map.
  • Page 358 Navigation Route guidance to a destination that is not To delete a route: select Delete in the on a digitized road menu by turning cVd the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether the route should be deleted.

  • Page 359: Traffic Reports

    Navigation COMAND is also able to guide you to a des- As soon as the system can assign the vehicle tination even from an off-road location. position to the map again, route guidance continues in the usual way. At the start of route guidance, you will see the Off Mapped Road message, an arrow and the distance to the destination.
  • Page 360 Navigation To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND controller and, when the Full Screen menu item is shown, press W to confirm. The map can be seen in the full-screen dis- play. Turn cVd the COMAND controller until the desired map scale is set.
  • Page 361 Navigation Symbols used in real-time traffic reports Unimpeded traffic flow Green line with arrows The arrows can be seen on a map scale of 200 m (0.25 mi) and smaller. Heavy/slow-moving traffic Together with a yellow line The symbol marks average speeds of 25 – 45 mph (40 – 72 km/h). Caution, traffic incident Traffic jam Together with a red line and arrows...
  • Page 362 Navigation Displaying reports on the route Select Traffic in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Traffic Symbol Information turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Next Previous by turning cVd...
  • Page 363 Navigation Displaying all traffic reports You can start the text reader function man- ually or set it to automatic. Starting the text reader function manually To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller.
  • Page 364 Navigation Recalculating the route dynamically To change the home address: select Change in the menu showing the home address by turning cVd the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm. Confirm New Entry by pressing W. In both cases, enter the home address as a destination, e.g.
  • Page 365 Navigation then save the home address without having to start route guidance. Select Home, Work Not Classified press W to confirm. In both cases, you will see the address book either with the character bar or as a selec- tion list. Select an address book entry page 404).
  • Page 366 Navigation After destination entry Selecting storing options The destination has been entered and is Once you have chosen one of the following shown in the address entry menu options for storing a destination, you can page 324). specify storage options: Select Save by sliding VÆ...
  • Page 367 Navigation Select a category, e.g. Home, and press W asking whether you wish to overwrite the to confirm. existing data. The input menu appears with data fields Select and press W to confirm. and the character bar. If you select Yes, the entry is overwritten. If you select No, the process will be canceled.
  • Page 368 Navigation Select and press W to confirm. Select Position in the navigation system If you select Yes, COMAND deletes the menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND destination. You will see a message to this controller and press W to confirm. effect.
  • Page 369 Navigation Moving the map If you select No, the process will be can- celed. Showing the crosshair Map operation and map settings General notes Company logos displayed on the map are trademarks of the respective companies and used solely for the purpose of indicating the locations of these companies.
  • Page 370 Navigation Map orientation the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Vehicle Position Map and press W to confirm or, if the crosshair is shown, press the % back button. This hides the crosshair. Centering the map on the destination position Example: map orientation Current map orientation (0 or ¤)
  • Page 371 Navigation Select Map Settings and press W to con- You can determine the symbols yourself. firm. No Symbols The map settings menu appears. The map does not show any symbols. Select Map Orientation and press W to confirm. Select North Heading Bird's- eye View...
  • Page 372 Navigation Selecting map information Current vehicle position: longitude coor- Map information in the display dinates Number of GPS satellites currently being During route guidance, you can have map used information shown at the bottom edge of the display. There must be sufficient GPS reception for all To show the menu: press W the COMAND displays to be shown.
  • Page 373 Navigation Select Never, When Off-Road When When driving on the highway, you can see the Route Guidance Inactive and press W following information on the right of the dis- to confirm. play: The selected setting is accepted. the nearest gas stations the nearest rest areas, etc.
  • Page 374 Navigation Select Navi in the main function bar by Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. Select Map Settings and press W to con-...
  • Page 375 Navigation Defining an area for the first time Traffic Display on the map To switch to navigation mode: press the information Ø button. Incidents Road sections with traffic To show the menu: press W the COMAND incidents are illustrated controller. with a yellow line and arrows.
  • Page 376 Navigation To set the map scale: as soon as you turn cVd the COMAND controller, the scale bar appears. Turning clockwise zooms out from the map; turning counter-clockwise zooms Turn cVd until the desired scale is set. To apply a block: press W the COMAND controller.
  • Page 377 Navigation To avoid a new area: call up the area menu If you select No, the process will be can- celed. again ( page 373). Switching an avoided area on/off SIRIUS XM service Call up the area list ( page 374). Displaying SIRIUS XM service information Select an entry in the list by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to...
  • Page 378 You can call up information on the traffic con- the digital map can be obtained from an ditions in the country you are currently driving authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. in via the COMAND Internet and online func- tion. The availability of information is country-...
  • Page 379 While the update is running, you will see a map can be obtained from an authorized message to this effect and a progress bar. Mercedes-Benz Center. You can have the dig- The navigation system is not operational ital map updated there with a DVD, or you can until the update is complete.
  • Page 380 Navigation To confirm the message: press W the COMAND controller. Take the DVD out of the slot.
  • Page 381 Navigation Problems with the navigation system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions COMAND is unable to Route guidance is canceled if you interrupt the journey for more continue route guid- than two hours. ance after the journey "Interrupting the journey" refers to stopping the vehicle. has been interrupted.
  • Page 382 The navigation system will be operational again until it has to access the faulty area of the hard drive once more. The message will then reappear. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You see a message The DVD containing the digital map cannot be used for the update.
  • Page 383 Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions COMAND asks for an The digital map is secured with an activation code. activation code during Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the map update. netic fields. You can reduce this risk by using Telephone an exterior antenna.
  • Page 384 Telephone Call disconnection while the vehicle is The following requirements must be fulfilled in motion for a 911 emergency call: the mobile phone must be switched on. A call may be disconnected if: a network must be available. there is insufficient network coverage in a valid and operational SIM card must be certain areas.
  • Page 385 Blue- ® tooth -capable mobile phones to COMAND on the Internet at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Cus- tomer Relations at 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). Some displays (e.g. the signal strength) depend on the supported version of the Hands-Free Profile.
  • Page 386 Telephone Searching for a mobile phone Select Search for Phone from Vehicle and press the W button to confirm. A message appears. Select Start Search and press the W button to confirm. Searching for Bluetooth Phones... message appears. COMAND ® looks for Bluetooth telephones within ®...
  • Page 387 Telephone list. In this case, start a new search to Mercedes-Benz recommends de-authori- ® zation in COMAND and on the mobile update the Bluetooth telephone list. phone ( page 387). Subsequent authori- Authorizing (registering) a mobile phone zation may otherwise fail.
  • Page 388 Telephone nection to COMAND again once you have entered the passkey (see the mobile phone operating instructions). The mobile phone cannot otherwise be authorized. Press the % function button on COMAND. Select Connect Device from the tele- phone basic menu by sliding V Æ and turn- ing c V d the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 389 De-authorizing (de-registering) a mobile phone Select Details and press W to confirm. The following information concerning the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- selected mobile phone is shown: authorization in COMAND and on the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may other- ® Bluetooth name wise fail.
  • Page 390 Once the mobile phone has been authorized, you can optimize the transmission and recep- tion volume settings. Find out more about the optimum settings for your mobile phone online at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assis- tance center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes...
  • Page 391 Telephone The display does not switch to telephone Using the telephone mode if you: Incoming call press the % back button next to the COMAND controller and then Accepting a call accept the call using the 6 button on the multifunction steering wheel Rejecting a call To reject: select Reject...
  • Page 392 Telephone Redialing Select Speed Dial Preset List by turn- ing cVd the COMAND controller and press Call up the telephone basic menu W to confirm. page 387). The speed dial list appears. Select ° in the character bar and press W Select preset and press W to confirm.
  • Page 393 Telephone To switch off: select Mic Off and press W COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. to confirm. If the microphone is switched off, the dis- Select the desired phone book entry and play shows the Q icon, and the press W to confirm.
  • Page 394 Telephone Call waiting and conference calls This is also the case if you accept the wait- ing call using the Voice Control System (see You can switch back and forth between two the separate operating instructions). calls with the call waiting function. The func- The COMAND display changes.
  • Page 395 Telephone To interconnect the call on hold and the active Using the phone book call to create a conference call: Introduction Select Conference and press W to con- The phone book displays the names and firm. phone numbers of all address book entries saved in the COMAND address book.
  • Page 396 Telephone Searching for a phone book entry Using the character bar You determine the first letter of the entry you are looking for with the first character you enter. Select a character by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm.
  • Page 397 Telephone Slide VZ the COMAND controller repeat- To close the detailed display: slide XVY edly or press and hold W until the charac- repeatedly until the entry is highlighted ter bar disappears. again. Select ¬ and press W to confirm. Press the k back button.
  • Page 398 Telephone Slide ZV the COMAND controller repeat- Select a category for the number, e.g. Home, edly in the phone book until the selection and press W to confirm. list appears. Select a category for the phone, e.g. Select the list symbol on the right in the Mobile, and press W to confirm.
  • Page 399 Telephone soon as the mobile phone is connected to phone basic menu is shown. In this case, COMAND. the list will only show phone numbers. ® Bluetooth telephone without PBAP Blue- Select an entry by turning cVd the ® tooth profile: COMAND controller.
  • Page 400 Telephone Open a call list and select an entry Number category Display (phone page 397). book and address Select the list symbol to the right of the book) entry by sliding VY the COMAND control- Not Classified No symbol ler and press W to confirm. Select Save and press W to confirm.
  • Page 401 Telephone COMAND. You can delete these call lists in COMAND. ® If you download call lists from a Bluetooth ® phone that supports the PBAP Bluetooth profile, you cannot delete them from COMAND. Select Call Lists in the telephone basic menu by turning cVd the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 402 Telephone Select the list symbol to the right of the Select Speed Dial Preset List by turn- entry by sliding VY the COMAND control- ing cVd the COMAND controller and press ler and press W to confirm. W to confirm. The speed dial list appears.
  • Page 403 Telephone Text message read-aloud function COMAND may not load all of the most recent text messages: Settings for the read-aloud function: This may occur in exceptional cases, for Language ( page 310) example when using certain mobile Speed ( page 310) phones/brackets and if the mobile phone Press W while a text message is being dis- inbox holds a large number of text mes-...
  • Page 404 Telephone Displaying details and phone numbers Press W the COMAND controller and select Use. COMAND can also show a shortened sender display in full. Select Call. The phone makes the call. Select a text message in the text message inbox by turning cVd the COMAND con- It is possible that a highlighted numerical troller.
  • Page 405 Telephone Select Delete and press W to confirm. phone is reconnected. COMAND down- A deletion prompt appears. loads the contacts again so that any new contacts that have been added to the Select and press W to confirm. mobile phone can be displayed. If you select Yes, the text message is As soon as you connect a new mobile deleted.
  • Page 406 Telephone To browse in the address book: turn address book entry which includes the com- plete navigable address data. cVd the COMAND controller. To close the address book: press the Call up the address book ( page 403) % button. Select in the address book by sliding VÆ...

  • Page 407: Back Button

    Telephone Displaying the detailed view for an Showing the details of an address book address book entry entry Select the list symbol to the right of the Selecting an entry entry by sliding VY the COMAND control- ler and press W to confirm. Select Details and press W to confirm.
  • Page 408 Telephone Storing the phone number as a speed Changing the category of a telephone dial number number data field Display details for an address book entry Display details for an address book entry page 405). page 405). Select the telephone number data field. Select the phone number data field by turn- Select the list symbol to the right of the ing cVd the COMAND controller.
  • Page 409 Telephone Deleting a voice tag Enter the destination address page 324) Search for an address book entry with a Start route guidance. voice tag ( page 404). The navigable address is automatically Select the list symbol to the right of the added to the address book entry.

  • Page 410: Importing Contacts

    Telephone Search for an entry in the phone book on It is not necessary to authorize the device in the mobile phone d ( page 394). COMAND to do so. Select the list symbol to the right of the Please bear the following in mind: entry by sliding VY the COMAND control- ®...
  • Page 411 Telephone all entries in the address book with the The number of vCards received is dis- ¯ symbol. The previous entries are then played. no longer available. To end reception: press W or the % After the contact data has been imported back button.
  • Page 412 Telephone Switching importing of contacts on/off for example, prevent a passenger from seeing the name of a caller. Activating the function has the following effects: The mobile phone's phone book and address book data are hidden. They can therefore not be used to make calls, send text messages or to navigate.
  • Page 413 Internet pages cannot be shown on the driver's side while the vehicle is in motion. Canada only: General notes The COMAND Mercedes-Benz Apps and the Conditions for access Internet access are available via the Blue- ® tooth interface.
  • Page 414 Mercedes-Benz Center. if neither the mobile phone network nor the If you use incorrect access data, addi- mobile phone allow simultaneous use of a tional costs may be incurred.
  • Page 415 Online and Internet functions settings on the mobile phone (see the If a mobile phone is connected and a mobile mobile phone operating instructions). phone network provider has been selected, the name of the mobile phone network is Adjust the access data settings when the shown after Provider:.
  • Page 416 Online and Internet functions Option 2: In the list of mobile phone network provid- ers, select Autom. Configuration <Device_name> by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm ( page 413). The configuration data is transferred from the mobile phone.
  • Page 417 Online and Internet functions To edit the access data: proceed as The currently selected access settings (# dot in front of the entry) are used for the connec- described for manually entering the access ted mobile phone. data ( page 415). When you confirm the edited access data, To return to the carousel view: press the the list of mobile phone network providers...
  • Page 418 Online and Internet functions Explanation of the access data Input field Meaning Input field Meaning DNS Address: The DNS addresses (Domain Name Service) Provider: Name of the provider to can be negotiated auto- be displayed in the list of matically or entered man- mobile phone network ually.
  • Page 419 Online and Internet functions the COMAND controller and press W to Manual: uses the entries in DNS 1 and DNS confirm. The input menu for the phone number appears. Entering the DNS1 Entering the example DNS Enter the telephone number. After selecting Manual, select the DNS1 To enter the access data: in the list of...
  • Page 420 Online and Internet functions Managing access data of the mobile Saving access data under a new provider phone network provider name Select a provider from the list of mobile Overview phone network providers by turning cVd The access data of the mobile phone network the COMAND controller ( page 414).
  • Page 421 Google™ Local Search ( page 420) Turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND con- function. troller until the Mercedes-Benz Apps To cancel the connection: while the con- panel or a favorite is brought to the front, if nection is being established, confirm Can‐...
  • Page 422 Select the ® icon in the main function bar pressed. The first available character is by turning c V d the COMAND controller highlighted. and press W to confirm. A list with active Mercedes-Benz Apps appears. Bring the Mercedes-Benz Apps panel to the front by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pressing W to confirm.
  • Page 423 Online and Internet functions Selecting the search position Using search results After a search term has been entered and Select an entry in the list of search results confirmed, a menu appears. by turning cVd the COMAND controller COMAND searches for available POIs for and press W to confirm.
  • Page 424 Online and Internet functions To import a destination: select Import (the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. with the COMAND controller and press W A menu displays the available search crite- to confirm. ria. You can choose whether you want to save the POI as a personal POI on the SD mem- ory card or in the address book.
  • Page 425 Destination/route download the front by turning cVd the COMAND Introduction controller and press W to confirm. The Mercedes-Benz Apps menu is dis- You can send destinations and routes from played. Google™ maps to the server and download these via this function. You can use the des- tinations and routes for route guidance and save them for further use.
  • Page 426 Online and Internet functions Importing a destination/route You can save up to 20 routes and 50 desti- nations for your vehicle on the server and dis- When importing, you can choose whether you play these in the list. If you send further routes want to save the destination as a personal POI or destinations to the server, the existing on an SD memory card or in the address book.
  • Page 427 Selecting options for the local search Options Introduction Setting the search radius You can select options for the following Mercedes-Benz Apps on COMAND: Local Search ( page 425) Destination download ( page 426) You can reset the selected options to the default settings ( page 427).
  • Page 428 COMAND controller and You can review the terms of use for the press W to confirm. COMAND Mercedes-Benz Apps and Goo- A prompt appears, asking whether you gle™. really wish to delete the search. Select...
  • Page 429 COMAND controller and press W to con- firm. The Facebook home page appears. For individual Mercedes-Benz Apps, it may be To call up Google™ services: this is done necessary to pay license fees before using. through Google™ Local Search Use is then limited to a certain period of time.
  • Page 430 Online and Internet functions Connecting to a station Internet radio Search for a station ( page 428). General notes Select ; (play) in the Internet radio A good Internet connection is required to menu and press W to confirm. transmit audio data efficiently. To ensure the The call is placed.
  • Page 431 Online and Internet functions Select the ® symbol in the main function bar by turning c V d the COMAND con- troller and press W to confirm. The carousel view appears. You can now enter a web address (option 1 page 429)) or select it in the carousel view (option 2 ( page 430)).
  • Page 432 Online and Internet functions Select the web address by turning cVd or Navigating the website sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Overview The web address is entered in the input line. Step Result Press W the COMAND controller. The website is called up.
  • Page 433 Online and Internet functions Example: highlighting an item that can be Enter the text using the character bar or the selected number keypad. Character entry page 301). If the text has been entered, select the ¬ symbol by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 434 Online and Internet functions Calling up the previous website Call up the menu ( page 431). Select Previous by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Calling up the next website Call up the menu ( page 431).
  • Page 435 Online and Internet functions Exiting the menu Refreshing a website Call up the menu ( page 431). Call up the menu ( page 431). Select Exit by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆ Select Reload by turning cVd or sliding the COMAND controller and press W to ZVÆ...
  • Page 436 Online and Internet functions Creating favorites Editing favorites Editing favorites in the carousel view Creating favorites in the carousel view Call up the carousel view ( page 428). Call up the carousel view ( page 428). Select Edit by sliding VÆ and turning Bring the Create New Favorite panel to...
  • Page 437 Online and Internet functions Settings Calling up details Call up the Favorites menu ( page 434). Settings menu Select Details by turning cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Press the z button on the number key- pad (this function is not available if you are using the telephone at the same time).
  • Page 438 Audio You can select a different character set Option Function here, e.g. if the characters of a website Deletes all personal appear distorted. data. Delete Private Data Deletes data which has been saved by the Cache Deletes data in the browser during Internet use.
  • Page 439 Audio Select Audio by sliding ZV the COMAND Radio mode controller and press W to confirm. Important notes The audio menu appears. Portable electronic devices in the vehicle may seriously impair radio reception. Switching to radio mode Switching modes using the function but- Press the $ function button.
  • Page 440 Audio You can switch off HD Radio™ in the radio Option 1: press the $ function button submenu: until the desired waveband is set. Repeatedly pressing this function button Select Radio in the radio display by sliding switches through the wavebands in this VÆ...
  • Page 441 Audio Select a station by turning cVd and press- ing W to confirm or press a number key, e.g. l. Selecting stations by entering the fre- quency manually Option 1: press the l button. Option 2: select Radio in the radio display by sliding VÆ...
  • Page 442 Audio Selecting a channel from the channel list Option 2: select Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The channel preset memory appears. Irrespective of the option, select Autos‐ tore and press W to confirm. In both cases, COMAND searches for sta- tions that can be received.
  • Page 443 Audio Select Show Station Information The program content may vary. The illus- sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND trations and descriptions in these operat- controller and press W to confirm. ing instructions may therefore differ from Depending on the previous status, you the channels and categories offered by the switch Show Station Information...
  • Page 444 Audio Registering SatRadio Switching on satellite radio mode Notes For example, to select a channel or scroll in the lists, you can also use the =; 9: buttons on the multifunction steering wheel, see the separate vehicle Operator's Manual. Important information on registering the sat- ellite radio ( page 442).
  • Page 445 Audio To call up the category list: select Cat. Channel preset list by turning cVd the COMAND controller Satellite radio menu and press W to confirm. Channel information A can be viewed in The category list appears. detail ( page 445). To select a category: select a category by Select Audio...
  • Page 446 Audio Select in the submenu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Option 1 Select Channel List and press W to con- firm. The channel list appears. Select a channel by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to con- firm.
  • Page 447 Audio Storing channels Selecting a channel from the preset list Press W the COMAND controller when the To call up the channel preset list: select display/selection window is active. Presets in the submenu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 448 Audio Displaying service information Audio CD and MP3 mode Important safety notes WARNING The CD/DVD drive is a class 1 laser product. If you open the housing of the CD/DVD drive, there is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation.
  • Page 449 Information about suitable USB devices can be obtained from an authorized The readable storage capacity depends on Mercedes-Benz Center. the memory card used. You can obtain fur- ther information at any authorized MP3 players must support Media Transfer Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 450 Audio Switching to audio CD or MP3 mode Select an audio medium from the media list page 449). Inserting or connecting a medium Example display: audio CD mode Insert CDs ( page 446) Inserting an SD memory card page 447) Connect a USB device ( page 447).
  • Page 451 Audio Medium type, position of medium in the Positions in the media list media list, current folder or current album Single DVD drive, position 1: readable data Artist (if available) media are audio CDs, MP3 CDs or MP3 MP3 mode menu DVDs and video DVDs Pause function Memory card, position 2...
  • Page 452 Audio Selecting a track using the number key- Track information is complete message appears once the search is comple- ted. COMAND stores the music data in its Press the ¯ key on the number keypad. own database. You can now select the avail- A numerical entry field appears.
  • Page 453 Audio Switch on CD mode ( page 448). Select by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Gracenote Media Database turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. ® There is a version of Gracenote music rec- A menu appears.
  • Page 454 VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND con- recognition technology. Information about troller and press W to confirm. new versions can be obtained from an author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select Select active partition press W to confirm. You can have your music recognition soft- ware updated there with a DVD, or you can update it yourself.
  • Page 455 Audio Notes on MP3 mode If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the root directory itself, the root directory will also be General notes treated as a folder. COMAND will then show Depending on the volume and format of the the name of the root directory as the folder MP3 data, the length of time required for name.

  • Page 456: Music Search

    Audio COMAND supports WMA files of the follow- Only use round discs with a diameter of 12 cm. Do not use discs with a diameter of ing types: 8 cm, even with an adapter. fixed bit rates from 5 kbit/s to 384 kbit/s Discs with copy protection are not compati- sampling rates of 8 kHz to 48 kHz ble with the audio CD standard and therefore...
  • Page 457 Audio Selecting artists assigned. The other available categories are filled by the music search. Select Artists in the category list by turn- ing cVd the COMAND controller and press Selecting a category W to confirm. The available artists are displayed alpha- Starting a music search betically.
  • Page 458 Audio Selecting a year of publication Select the desired cover by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Select Year in the category list confirm. page 454) by turning cVd the COMAND The corresponding album is played. controller and press W to confirm. Select an entry and press W to confirm.
  • Page 459 ! Retain the original music files in a secure location. An error in COMAND might result in the loss of the music files stored in the MUSIC REGISTER. Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of data. You can store music files in a compressed Select an entry, e.g.
  • Page 460 Audio Switching on with the number buttons Graphic time and track display Make sure that neither radio nor disc is Position of the medium in the media list activated. and name of the medium, followed by the current playback option (no display for Press the m number key.
  • Page 461 Audio If you do not select any tracks, every track on To cancel importing: during importing, the CD will be imported. confirm Cancel by pressing W the COMAND controller. Step 2: selecting the target folder The Audio CD basic display appears. Select Folder by turning cVd the...
  • Page 462 Audio Music search Changing the folder/track name Switch to the MUSIC REGISTER Introduction page 457). The music search finds tracks via all available Select Music Register by sliding VÆ and media. The search begins with the audio turning cVd the COMAND controller and source that is currently active.
  • Page 463 (USA). when you select a different medium. If an Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assis- option is selected, it remains selected after tance center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes COMAND is switched on or off.
  • Page 464 Bluetooth device list page 462). Select BT Audio by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W Mercedes-Benz recommends authorizing a to confirm. ® mobile phone in Bluetooth telephony Confirm Bluetooth Audio Device List page 385).
  • Page 465 Audio Option 1: enter the passkey ( page 385). To search: confirm Connect via BT After successful authorization, the Blue- Audio Device by pressing the COMAND controller W. ® tooth audio device is connected and The duration of the search depends on the starts playing.
  • Page 466 Audio itself so that COMAND can play the audio availability status (shown after an files. update) authorization status Connecting a device from a list To close the detailed view: turn cVd or Select BT Audio by turning cVd the slide XVY the COMAND controller. COMAND controller and press W to con- firm.
  • Page 467 Audio Using the DISC button ® Switching to Bluetooth audio mode Press the h button one or more times. ® The Bluetooth audio basic display By pressing the h button repeatedly, you can switch modes in the following order: CD/MP3 (disc) Memory card mode MUSIC REGISTER USB storage device...
  • Page 468 Audio Restarting playback after stopping Selecting a track The function is not supported by all Blue- ® tooth audio devices. To skip forward or back to a track: press the E or F button on COMAND. Press the 9 or : button briefly on the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 469 For details and a list of supported devices, Select Volume and press W to confirm. visit http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or A menu appears. The # dot indicates the call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance current setting. Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Select Standard Boost and press W to (1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Customer confirm.
  • Page 470 The separate USB connection ensures quick access and expanded media content options. Four-pin socket for ⅛ inch stereo jack, Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz e.g. for MP3 players (audio and video) Center if you have further questions. ® ®...
  • Page 471 Audio USB storage device If no device is connected, you will see the Media Interface entry instead of a Media Interface or audio AUX mode device name. ® Bluetooth audio mode The type of device connected is indicated by Switching on using a number key ®...
  • Page 472 Audio To enter a track number: press a number Audiobooks key, e.g. q. Videos (except for Hong Kong) The digit is entered in the first position in Some playback categories contain the the input line. entry All. If this entry has been selected, COMAND will ignore and not display an the entire content of the category selected invalid digit.
  • Page 473 Audio Select Search in the basic display by slid- To switch to the next folder up: slide XV ing VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND the COMAND controller. controller and press W to confirm. The category list appears. Press the k back button. i Search is not available until the device Playing back the content of a category or...
  • Page 474 Audio Playback options If different sorting rules are defined (e.g. in ® iTunes ), the search is canceled without To select a playback option: select any result. Media Interface in the basic display by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND Additional selection functions controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 475 You will find further information online at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Cus- tomer Relations at 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada).
  • Page 476 Video possible to adjust the volume separately. In this case, start at a medium volume and increase it gradually. This enables you to determine whether the system is able to play the music at high volume without distorting it. Video Your COMAND equipment These operating instructions describe all the Please see the respective operating instruc-...

  • Page 477: Basic Settings

    Video Basic settings Never open the housing. Always have main- tenance and repair work carried out at a quali- Adjusting the brightness, contrast or fied specialist workshop. color WARNING In video DVD or video AUX mode, press the W COMAND Controller. Handling discs while driving may distract you The menu is shown.
  • Page 478 Select a ý video DVD from the media list factory. This setting can be changed at an page 478). authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to play video DVDs with a differ- Switching on with the video menu ent region code, provided that they are pro-...
  • Page 479 Video Media selection Sound settings This function is not available while the DVD's own menu is being displayed. Fast forwarding/rewinding In full-screen DVD video mode, slide XVY and hold the COMAND controller until the desired position is reached. Control menu displayed Press and hold the E or F button Type of data medium until the desired position is reached.
  • Page 480 Video Pause function contains several films, these can be selected directly. A film can be selected either when Show the menu ( page 477). the DVD is being played back or when it is To pause playback: select Ë by turn- stopped.
  • Page 481 Video In the case of multi-language DVDs, for exam- or may not function at certain points in the ple, you can change the DVD language in the DVD menu. To indicate this, the K symbol DVD menu. appears in the display. Show the menu ( page 477).
  • Page 482 Video Select Menu Language Audio Lan‐ Video AUX mode guage and press W to confirm. Connecting external video sources In both cases, a menu appears after a few seconds. The # dot in front of an entry indi- External video sources may have different cates the currently selected language.
  • Page 483 Video Select Video and press W to confirm. Picture viewer Select and press W to confirm. Introduction The AUX video menu appears. You will hear and see the content of the external video If there are pictures on the active data source if it is connected and switched to medium, you can look at them.
  • Page 484 Rear Seat Entertainment System ing cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To zoom into a picture: select Zoom turning the cVd COMAND controller and press W to confirm. After you have zoomed into the picture, you can move the section of the picture. Slide ZVÆ...
  • Page 485 Rear Seat Entertainment System AUX jacks on both screens (AUX display) Overview and on the CD/DVD drive (AUX drive) Important safety notes two sets of cordless headphones WARNING The CD/DVD drive is a class 1 laser product. If you open the housing of the CD/DVD drive, there is a risk of exposure to invisible laser radiation.
  • Page 486 Rear Seat Entertainment System Rear-compartment screens AUX jacks, detailed view in the "CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks" section ( page 485). Display Remote control Two remote controls are supplied for the US and Canadian markets. Overview Selecting the screen for the remote con- trol The remote control can be used to operate one of the two rear-compartment screens or...
  • Page 487 Rear Seat Entertainment System CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks Point the remote control at the rear-com- partment screen which has been selected for remote operation. Press button : on the remote control page 484). The respective rear-compartment screen switches on or off. You can only switch the screens on using the remote control if the ignition is switched on.
  • Page 488 Rear Seat Entertainment System Cordless headphones Overview To adjust the headphones: open both sides of the headphones. Adjust the fitting of the headphones by pulling the headphone band in the direction of the arrow. To switch the headphones on/off: press on/off switch ;. To adjust the volume: turn volume control = until the desired volume is set.

  • Page 489: Replacing Batteries

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Selecting the screen for the headphones the household rubbish. They must be collected separately and recycled to protect the environment. Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe- cialist workshop or a special collection point for used bat- teries.
  • Page 490 Rear Seat Entertainment System Remove discharged batteries A from the Insert the new batteries. Observe the polar- tray. ity markings on the batteries and battery tray when doing so. Insert the new batteries. Observe the polar- To close the battery compartment: ity markings on the batteries and battery compartment when doing so.
  • Page 491 Rear Seat Entertainment System Selecting sound settings Switching between operating modes When you exit an operating mode (e.g. audio You can select the sound settings in the CD/ CD mode), the current setting is saved. If you MP3, video DVD and AUX modes. call up this operating mode again later, there Switch on an operating mode (e.g.
  • Page 492 Rear Seat Entertainment System Select DVD-Video using Select Settings using the : button the :=; buttons and press the and press 9 to confirm. 9 button to confirm. Select Language using the 9: but- tons and press the 9 button to confirm. Select Brightness, Contrast Color...
  • Page 493 Rear Seat Entertainment System Showing/hiding the picture Depending on the vehicle model and equip- ment level, the CD/DVD drive is found: To hide the picture: select Display Off behind the center console in a folding com- in the system menu using the :; partment, or buttons on the remote control and press under the rear bench seat, or...
  • Page 494 Rear Seat Entertainment System Selecting a track Making a selection by entering the track number directly Selecting by skipping to a track Press the h button on the remote con- To skip forwards or backwards to a trol. track: press the = or ; button on The track entry display appears.
  • Page 495 Rear Seat Entertainment System To pause playback: select Ë using the :=; buttons on the remote control and press the 9 button to confirm. The Ë display changes to Ì. To continue playback: select Ì and press the 9 button to confirm. The Ì...
  • Page 496 Rear Seat Entertainment System Select an audio format using the 9: Video DVD mode buttons and press the 9 button to confirm. Important safety notes To exit the menu: press the = or ; button. WARNING The CD/DVD drive is a class 1 laser product. Playback options If you open the housing of the CD/DVD drive, there is a risk of exposure to invisible laser...
  • Page 497 Rear Seat Entertainment System Showing/hiding the menu If it was not, switch on video DVD mode as described in the following instruction. Select Disc in the menu using the 9=; buttons on the remote control and confirm by pressing the 9 button.
  • Page 498 Rear Seat Entertainment System Selecting a scene/chapter directly To continue playback: select Ì and press the 9 button to confirm. These examples illustrate how to select The menu is hidden. scene/chapter 5. Option 1: while the film is playing, press Stop function the h button on the remote control.
  • Page 499 Rear Seat Entertainment System To call up the selection list: press the 9 remote control and press the 9 button to confirm. button. A menu appears. Select a film/title. Confirm Select by pressing the 9 button. Option 2: The Rear Seat Entertainment System car- Example: selecting film 2 ries out the action or shows a submenu.
  • Page 500 Rear Seat Entertainment System Back to the film Select DVD Functions and press the 9 button to confirm. Press the k button repeatedly until you see the movie. Select Subtitles Camera Angle press the 9 button to confirm. In both cases, a menu appears after a few Select any menu item in the DVD menu and seconds.
  • Page 501 Rear Seat Entertainment System and turning cVd the COMAND controller Select COMAND using the 9=; and press W to confirm. buttons on the remote control and press 9 to confirm. The audio or video source selected in COMAND is loaded in the Rear Seat Enter- tainment System.
  • Page 502 Rear Seat Entertainment System MP3 mode ment CD/DVD drive (AUX drive) with a sound and video signal. To select a track by skipping to a track: press the = or ; button on the Please see the corresponding operating remote control. instructions for information on how to oper- ate the external video source.
  • Page 503 SIRIUS Weather Changing the picture format Displaying AUX Select the screen by turning the scroll Select Display Aux Disc Drive Aux wheel on the remote control ( page 484) the AUX menu and press the 9 button to until "L REAR " (left screen) or "REAR R" confirm.
  • Page 504 SIRIUS Weather after restarting the engine (for example after Switching the SIRIUS Weather display refueling). on/off The weather map can display the following Switching on weather data with symbols: rain radar storm characteristics areas of high-pressure/low-pressure, weather fronts course of tropical cyclones (hurricanes, typhoons) wind direction and speeds The rain radar cannot be displayed for...
  • Page 505 SIRIUS Weather Select Info in the information chart by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The information chart shows detailed infor- mation for the selected area. Selecting the area for the weather forecast Introduction Example: five-day forecast as an information chart You can select the following areas: To switch to a five-day forecast: confirm the current vehicle position...
  • Page 506 SIRIUS Weather Select Position in the information chart To select a winter sports area: select by turning cVd the COMAND controller Winter Sports Areas in the menu and and press W to confirm. press W to confirm. A menu appears. Select a state, e.g.
  • Page 507 SIRIUS Weather Select a city, e.g. Daytona Beach is shown in the status bar in front of the press W to confirm. area name. The information chart shows the weather You can also use this function: forecast for the selected area. The data is in the five-day forecast ( page 503) supplied by the nearest weather station.
  • Page 508 SIRIUS Weather Select in the information chart by turn- To show: press W the COMAND controller ing cVd the COMAND controller and press in the weather map. W to confirm. To hide: slide up ZV the COMAND con- The weather map is shown on a 500-mi or troller.
  • Page 509 SIRIUS Weather Explanation of the layers on the weather map Layer Map display Selectable scales Radar Map Shows the rain radar as a colored area on the map. For an explanation of the colors, see the legend page 510). Storm Character‐ Shows the characteristics of a storm istics Characteristics are:...
  • Page 510 SIRIUS Weather Conditions: the Storm Characteristics Conditions: the Atmospheric Pressure layer is active ( page 506) and weather data layer is switched on ( page 506) and weather is available. data is available. The example shows hail showers and tornadic The example shows the position of high and storms together with direction and speed of low-pressure areas (H, L), weather fronts and...
  • Page 511 SIRIUS Weather Weather Explanation front Stationary The weather front moves min- front imally. The weather remains changeable in this area. Occlusion This occurs when a faster cold front reaches an advancing warm front and combines with it. The weather remains changeable and rainy within Information on a cyclone an occlusion.
  • Page 512 SIRIUS Weather Legend (precipitation radar and storms) Region of origin Category Atlantic, North and Hurricane Cate‐ South Pacific gory 1 Hurri‐ Oceans cane Category 5 Northwestern Tropical Low Pacific Ocean Pressure System Northwestern Tropical Cyclone Pacific Ocean Northwestern Typhoon Pacific Ocean Display the menu on the weather map Northwestern Super-Typhoon...
  • Page 513 SIRIUS Weather The time stamp shows when the weather data was created by the weather station. A time stamp corresponds to the time at the vehicle's current position. The changeover from summer time to standard time is per- formed automatically. Display the menu on the weather map page 506).
  • Page 515 Useful information ......514 Stowage areas ........514 Features ..........518...
  • Page 516 Stowage areas Glove box Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
  • Page 517 Stowage areas Stowage compartment/telephone Stowage compartment in the center compartment under the armrest console To open: press button ;. To open: press the trim element on Armrest : opens. cover :. To remove the rubber mat: grasp the tabs In the stowage compartment, there is a stow- on the rubber mat and pull up to remove.
  • Page 518 Stowage areas To remove: grab strap ; and pull umbrella Open the seat belt guide and remove the seat belt ( page 111). holder : out of the stowage compartment in the direction of the arrow. Move the left-hand front seat forwards page 112) and fold the backrest for- To insert: push umbrella holder : in the wards.
  • Page 519 Stowage areas ! Only close the trunk once the roof is low- ered completely. Otherwise, you could damage the roof. If you close the trunk lid before the roof is lowered completely, the loading aid switch lights up and a warning tone sounds. To make it easier to load your luggage, you can raise the stowed roof after you have opened the trunk lid.
  • Page 520 Features Problems with the loading aid Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible You cannot close the trunk any more. to lower the stowed Call a qualified specialist workshop. roof in the trunk using the loading aid. Stowage well under the trunk floor Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around in these or in similar situa-...
  • Page 521 Features To open: open stowage compartment = To re-install the insert: place insert ; in page 515). the stowage compartment. To remove the insert: slide catches : Slide catches : outwards in the direction of the arrow until they engage. inwards in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 522 Features Glare from the side Cigarette lighter WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: the hot cigarette lighter falls a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects, for example There is a risk of fire and injury.
  • Page 523 If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone hot- lines: Lift up the cover of socket :. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Socket under the armrest (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 Canada: Customer Service at...
  • Page 524 Customer Assistance Center. have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest The mbrace system authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as the following service hotlines: follows:...
  • Page 525 This can occur, for example, if the relevant mobile phone network is not available. The USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance indicator lamp in the SOS button flashes con- Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes tinuously. (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007...
  • Page 526 Mercedes- Press Roadside Assistance button :. Benz Customer Assistance Center was This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz established. Customer Assistance Center. This can occur if the relevant mobile phone The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance network is not available, for example.
  • Page 527 The mobile phone is no longer vehicle, about the nearest authorized connected to COMAND. However, if you Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- want to use your mobile phone, do so only ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. when the vehicle is stationary and in a safe location.
  • Page 528 ® Google Maps can be transferred via mbrace sent. directly to your vehicle's navigation system. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehi- Specifying and sending the destination cles with mbrace and activated mbrace address accounts: Go to the website http:// If multiple vehicles are registered under the www.maps.google.com and enter a desti-...
  • Page 529 You will be asked for your password. Android) Return to your vehicle at the time agreed To do this, you will need your identification upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer number and password. Assistance Center. The vehicle remote closing feature is...
  • Page 530 You are then, for example, guided to nection is re-established after the transfer is the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- complete. If necessary, you will be contacted ter or a recovery vehicle is called.
  • Page 531 Features message in the COMAND display. The route is beforehand. Possible options include text saved to the SD memory card. message, e-mail or an automated call. The area can be determined as either a circle To start route guidance: select Yes. or a polygon with a maximum of ten corners.
  • Page 532 Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" garage door opener, contact an authorized page 530). Mercedes-Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink...
  • Page 533 Features synchronize the rolling code that neither your vehicle nor any persons/ page 531). objects are present within the sweep of the door or gate. Release button B on remote control A for the garage door drive system. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- If indicator lamp : lights up red: repeat the tion lock ( page 151).
  • Page 534 Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on If you experience problems programing the the integrated garage door opener. integrated garage door opener on the rear- After a short time, indicator lamp : lights view mirror, take note of the following instruc- up yellow.
  • Page 535 Features Opening/closing the garage door Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 151). Press and hold buttons ; and ?. The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow and then green.
  • Page 537 Useful information ......536 Engine compartment ......536 ASSYST PLUS ........540 Care ............ 541...

  • Page 538: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 539: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
  • Page 540 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Example Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide center. tube. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Wipe off oil dipstick :.

  • Page 541: Windshield Washer System

    If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury. Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far Let the engine cool down before opening the as it will go.

  • Page 542: Assyst Plus

    Information on the type of service and service intervals (see the separate Maintenance Booklet). You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does not show any information on the...

  • Page 543: Care

    The service due date appears in the multi- be checked more often. Further information function display. can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Information about Service Driving abroad Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service...

  • Page 544: Automatic Car Wash

    Use care products and cleaning agents rec- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. using a power washer Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 6.5 ft (2 m) away from the vehicle.

  • Page 545: Power Washers

    Use a soft sponge to clean. trim Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car ventilation slots shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Damaged seals or electrical components Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a can lead to leaks or failures.
  • Page 546 The vehicle should preferably be washed surface, use the paint care products recom- by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. and plenty of water. This is the case approximately every three to Use only insect remover and car shampoo...
  • Page 547 This cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car can lead to corrosion damage and damage shampoo or cleaning cloths. to electronic components.

  • Page 548: Interior Care

    Care Cleaning the sensors Cleaning the exhaust pipe ! If you clean the sensors with a power WARNING washer, make sure that you keep a dis- The exhaust tail pipe and tail pipe trim can tance of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between become very hot.
  • Page 549 ; using the recess. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Use a soft cloth to clean the windshield in front of camera ;.
  • Page 550 ! Observe the following when cleaning: authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. clean artificial leather covers with a cloth Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with moistened with a solution containing 1% a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g.
  • Page 551 Useful information ......550 Where will I find...? ......550 Flat tire ..........550 Battery (vehicle) ........ 555 Jump-starting ........559 Towing and tow-starting ....561 Fuses ..........564...

  • Page 552: Useful Information

    Flat tire Open the trunk lid. Useful information Open the trunk partition ( page 103). This Operator's Manual describes all Lift the trunk floor upwards ( page 518). models and all standard and optional equip- Use the TIREFIT kit ( page 552).
  • Page 553 Flat tire Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. properties) It is therefore recommended that you addi- General notes tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run-flat With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat properties, e.g.
  • Page 554 Flat tire When replacing one or all tires, please TIREFIT kit observe the following specifications for Important safety notes your vehicle's tires: TIREFIT is a tire sealant. size You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to the type and 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire the "MOExtended"...
  • Page 555 Flat tire ! Do not operate the tire inflation compres- On/off switch sor for longer than eight minutes at a time Connector without a break. It may otherwise overheat. Hose The tire inflation compressor can be oper- Flange ated again once it has cooled down. Pull plug ? with the cable and hose A out Comply with the manufacturer’s safety of the housing.
  • Page 556 Flat tire attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa suitable for higher speeds. There is a risk of (1.8 bar/26 psi). accident. If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) You should therefore adapt your driving style has been attained after five minutes: accordingly and drive carefully.

  • Page 557: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified soon as possible at a qualified specialist specialist workshop. workshop. In cases such as the one mentioned Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every above, contact an authorized Mercedes- four years at a qualified specialist work- Benz Center.
  • Page 558 Battery (vehicle) Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle ies. Wash away battery acid immediately with body to remove any existing electrostatic plenty of clean water and seek medical atten- build-up. tion. The highly flammable gas mixture forms when Environmental note charging the battery as well as when jump- Batteries contain dangerous starting.
  • Page 559 You an explosion. can also charge the battery with a charger Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a charging it or jump-starting. qualified specialist workshop for further infor- mation.
  • Page 560 Battery (vehicle) The jump-starting connection point is in the engine compartment. If the indicator/warning lamps do not light up at low temperatures, it is very likely that the discharged battery has frozen. In this case, you may neither charge the battery nor jump- start the vehicle.

  • Page 561: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 562 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 563: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Press cover : of positive terminal ; down (in the direction of the arrow) and turn it clockwise. Cover : is held down in the lowered position, which exposes positive termi- nal ;.

  • Page 564: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting ! When towing vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, Installing/removing the towing eye use the key instead of the Start/Stop but- Installing the towing eye ton. Otherwise, the automatic transmission may shift to position P when the driver's or WARNING front-passenger door are opened, which The exhaust tail pipe may be very hot.
  • Page 565 Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you open the driver's or front-passenger door or when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. In order to ensure that the automatic trans- mission stays in position N when towing the vehicle, you must observe the following points:...

  • Page 566: Transporting The Vehicle

    ! Only use fuses that have been approved Transporting the vehicle for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the system ! You may only secure the vehicle by the concerned. Otherwise, components or sys- wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as tems could be damaged.

  • Page 567: Fuses

    Fuses ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the Dashboard fuse box fuse box when the cover is open. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- ! When closing the cover, make sure that it tion ( page 564). is lying correctly on the fuse box. Moisture ! Do not use a pointed object such as a seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair screwdriver to open the cover in the dash-...
  • Page 568 Fuses Close the hood. Fuse box in the rear Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 564). ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. ! When closing the cover, make sure that it Fuses = are accessible through the two is lying correctly on the fuse box.
  • Page 569 Useful information ......568 Important safety notes ..... 568 Operation ........... 568 Winter operation ....... 570 Tire pressure ........571 Loading the vehicle ......578 All about wheels and tires ....581 Changing a wheel ......588 Wheel and tire combinations ... 593...

  • Page 570: Useful Information

    Operator's Manual. Accessories that are not approved for your Country-specific differences are possible. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being Please note that your vehicle may not be used correctly can impair operating safety. equipped with all features described. This...
  • Page 571 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.

  • Page 572: Winter Operation

    Do not drive with tires which have too little form, thereby damaging the tires perma- tread depth, as this significantly reduces nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning). responsibility for this type of damage. Replace the tires after six years at the lat- WARNING est, regardless of wear.

  • Page 573: Tire Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. For more information, the tires may wear excessively and/or please contact a qualified specialist work- unevenly, which may greatly impair tire shop.
  • Page 574 Tire pressure cold tires. The recommended tire pressures Follow recommended tire inflation pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and check the pressure of all the tires includ- and up to the maximum permissible vehicle ing the spare wheel: speed.
  • Page 575 Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 576 Tire pressure pressure to the value specified for cold tires. Overinflated tires may: The tire pressure would otherwise be too low. increase the braking distance Observe the recommended tire pressures for have an adverse effect on handling charac- cold tires: teristics on the Tire and Loading Information placard wear quickly and unevenly...

  • Page 577: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually For information on the message display, refer to the "Checking the tire pressure electroni- To determine and set the correct tire pres- cally" section ( page 577). sure, proceed as follows: Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to Important safety notes be checked.
  • Page 578 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warn- remain continuously illuminated. This ing lamp in the instrument cluster for indicat- sequence will be repeated every time the vehi- ing pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether cle is started as long as the malfunction the warning lamp flashes or lights up indi- exists.
  • Page 579 Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure electroni- Observe the instructions and safety notes in cally the display messages in the "Tires" section page 264). Make sure that the SmartKey is in position If the wheel positions on the vehicle are 2 in the ignition lock ( page 151).
  • Page 580 Loading the vehicle after driving a few minutes mes- your vehicle. Never overload the tires by sage. exceeding the maximum load. Press the : button. Two instruction labels on your vehicle show Use Current Pressures as New the maximum possible load. Reference Values message appears in the multifunction display.

  • Page 581: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be Maximum permissible gross vehicle found on the Tire and Loading Information weight rating placard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustra- tion are examples. The number of seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from the details shown.
  • Page 582 Loading the vehicle Step 2 Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how Example 1 Example 2 to calculate total and cargo load capacities Number of with varying seating configurations and num- people in the ber and size of occupants. The following vehicle (driver examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs and occu-...

  • Page 583: All About Wheels And Tires

    All about wheels and tires Permissible gross vehicle weight: the Example: gross weight of the vehicle, all passengers Treadwear grade: 200 and the load must not exceed the permissible Traction grade: AA gross vehicle weight. Temperature grade: A Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): the All passenger car tires must conform to the maximum permissible weight that can be car- statutory safety requirements in addition to...
  • Page 584 You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 569).
  • Page 585 All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Therefore, only use tire types and sizes the tire height. approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle.
  • Page 586 All about wheels and tires ple: 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Speed rating Sum- "(Y)" indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask tires the tire manufacturer about the maximum Index Speed rating speed.

  • Page 587: Maximum Load Rating

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the fac- tory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the "tires"...
  • Page 588 All about wheels and tires The TIN consists of the manufacturer identi- Tire data is vehicle-specific and may devi- fication code ;, tire size =, tire type ate from the data in the example. code ? and manufacturing date A. Definition of terms for tires and loading DOT (Department of Transportation): tire symbol : indicates that the tire complies...
  • Page 589 All about wheels and tires Increased vehicle weight due to optional the load limit equipment the weight of the factory installed optional This is the combined weight of all standard equipment and optional equipment available for the vehi- Kilopascal (kPa) cle, regardless of whether it is actually instal- Metric unit for tire pressure.

  • Page 590: Occupant Distribution

    Changing a wheel Traction pounds per square inch (psi), in kilopascal (kPa) or in bar. The tire pressure should only Traction is the result of friction between the be corrected when the tires are cold. tires and the road surface. Cold tire pressure Treadwear indicators The tires are cold:...

  • Page 591: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Tire-mounting tools should not be used Mounting a wheel near the valve. This could damage the elec- Preparing the vehicle tronic components. Only have tires changed at a qualified spe- Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and cialist workshop.
  • Page 592 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold...
  • Page 593 Changing a wheel Do not start the engine when the vehicle is raised. Do not open or close a door or the trunk lid when the vehicle is raised. Make sure that no persons are present in the vehicle when the vehicle is raised. Mercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: fold cover ;...
  • Page 594 For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you you screw them in. only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.

  • Page 595: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations General notes ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz specifically for your vehi- cle.
  • Page 596 Observe the "MOExtended tires (tires age to the tires or the vehicle. with run-flat characteristics" section page 551). Mercedes-Benz accepts no liability for damage resulting from the use of tires, Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are wheels or accessories other than those tes- not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
  • Page 597 Wheel and tire combinations Tires SL 400 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 2, 3 BA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) 2, 4 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y...
  • Page 598 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) SL 550 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) 2, 4...
  • Page 599 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) Mercedes-AMG vehicles Summer tires Mercedes-AMG vehicles with 20-inch wheels on the rear axle: if replaced with 19-inch wheels, ETS may intervene noticeably earlier during the first few kilometers.
  • Page 601 Useful information ......600 Information regarding technical data ............ 600 Vehicle electronics ......600 Identification plates ......601 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 603 Vehicle data ........608...

  • Page 602: Useful Information

    The data stated here specifically refers to cle, always connect them with the low-reflec- a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult tion exterior antenna. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim ! The operating permit may be invalidated if levels.

  • Page 603: Identification Plates

    2G/3G/4G Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at Vehicle identification plate with vehi- the base of the antenna must not exceed the...
  • Page 604 Identification plates Open the driver's door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) You will see vehicle identification plate :. Move the front-passenger front seat to its Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only) rearmost position. Fold up floor covering : in front of the Vehicle model front-passenger seat.

  • Page 605: Tank Capacity

    Information about tested and approved prod- ing. ucts can be obtained from an authorized Immediately change out of clothing which Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at has come into contact with fuel. http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can recognize service products approved...
  • Page 606 Service products and filling capacities Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can Model Of which obtain further information from any author- reserve ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Mercedes‑AMG vehicles Approx. ! To ensure the longevity and full perform- 3.7 US gal ance of the engine, only premium-grade (14.0 l)

  • Page 607: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    603). The engine oils are matched to the perform- ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems.

  • Page 608: Brake Fluid

    If the boiling point of the brake Further information on coolants can be fluid is too low, vapor pockets may form in the found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications brake system when the brakes are applied for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g.
  • Page 609 ! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for inhibitor. plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ MB WinterFit. Unsuitable washer fluid corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accord- could damage the plastic lenses of the ance with MB Specifications for Service Prod- headlamps.

  • Page 610: Vehicle Data

    Refrigerant member. ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG Mercedes‑AMG 22.2 ± 0.4 oz oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be vehicles (630 ± 10 g) used. The approved PAG oil may not be All other models 19.4 ± 0.4 oz mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
  • Page 611 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights All other models Vehicle length 181.6 in (4612 mm) Vehicle length 188.9 in (4798 mm) when opening/ closing the roof Vehicle width 82.6 in (2099 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 51.8 in (1315 mm) Vehicle height, 66.8 in (1696 mm) Model...

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