Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Sprinter Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 Symbols WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 3 The equipment or model designation of your Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guide app vehicle may differ according to: may not yet be available in your country.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Operating safety and vehicle approval Interior lighting ........93 ............... 26 Replacing bulbs ........95 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....28 Windscreen wipers ......102 QR code for rescue card ......29 Data stored in the vehicle ...... 29 Climate control ......... 106 Useful information .......
  • Page 5 Contents Wheel and tyre combinations ....289 Stowing and features ....... 226 Spare wheel ......... 290 Useful information ....... 226 Stowage spaces and stowage com- Technical data ........294 partments ..........226 Useful information ....... 294 Cup holder ........... 230 Vehicle electronics ......
  • Page 6 Index Air filter 1, 2, 3 ... Indicator lamp ........ 223 4ETS (Electronic Traction Support) ... 57 Air filter (white display message) ..211 12 V socket ........232 Air pressure see Tyre pressure Air suspension see ENR (electronic level control) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Air suspension Display message ......
  • Page 7: Index

    Index Auxiliary heating Function/Notes ....... 55 Important safety notes ....55 Activating/deactivating heater Indicator lamp ........ 218 booster mode ........ 120 ASSYST Adjusting ........193 Service interval display ....250 Conditions for switching on ... 117 ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Heating time ........
  • Page 8 Index Brake lamps Removing and fitting the floor cov- ering (driver's footwell) ....252 Adaptive ........... 55 Before pulling away Brake linings Important safety notes ....129 Display message ......203 Belt Indicator lamp ........ 221 Brake pads/linings see Seat belts Belt tensioner New ..........
  • Page 9 Index Loading tailgate (aluminium side Licence plate illumination (plat- panel) ..........261 form truck) ........100 Notes ..........256 Licence plate lighting ....... 99 Paint ..........258 Overview of lamp types (front Plastic trim ........261 bulbs) ..........96 Reversing camera ......260 Overview of lamp types (rear Roof lining ........
  • Page 10 Index Cleaning COMAND display Mirror turn signal ......259 Cleaning ......... 261 Trailer tow hitch ......261 Combination switch ......90 Climate control Communications devices Air conditioning ......108 Type approval/frequency ....294 Air conditioning in the rear com- Communications equipment partment ........
  • Page 11 Index Setting a speed ......156 Outside temperature (vehicles Storing and maintaining current with steering wheel buttons) ..186 speed ..........155 Outside temperature display Cup holder (vehicles without steering wheel Centre console ......230 buttons) ......... 183 Cup holders ........230 Standard display (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) ....
  • Page 12 Index Driver's/co-driver's door Limited braking efficiency on sal- Unlocking ......... 66 ted roads ........150 Driving abroad ........149 New brake disks ......150 New brake pads/linings ....150 Driving assistance, crosswind ... 58 Off-road driving ......152 Driving off-road Overrun cut-off ......
  • Page 13 Index Display message ......215 Warning lamp (engine diagnos- Emergency release ......72 tics) ..........222 Engine electronics Function ........... 71 Important safety notes ....71 Notes ..........294 Indicator lamp ........ 225 Problem (fault) ....... 137 Engine oil Manual retraction ......72 Obstacle detection ......
  • Page 14 Changing a wheel/fitting the Gear stick spare wheel ........285 General notes ........ 284 cleaning ......... 262 Foglamps Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 28 Switching on/off ......89 Glove compartment ......226 Folding seat ......... 82 Frequencies Mobile phone ......... 294 Handbrake Two-way radio ........
  • Page 15 Index Topping up the cleaning system ..247 Notes on replacing bulbs ....101 see Automatic headlamp mode Overview .......... 93 Heating Switching the rear compartment see Climate control lighting on centrally ......94 Interior motion sensor High-pressure cleaners ....258 Highbeam Assist Deactivating ........
  • Page 16 Index Lamps Light switch ........88 see Warning and indicator lamps Main-beam headlamps ..... 90 Lane Keeping Assist Parking lamps ........88 Activating/deactivating ....164 Rear foglamp ........89 Function/notes ......164 Setting the exterior lighting Language delayed switch-off (vehicles with Display (vehicles with steering steering wheel buttons) ....
  • Page 17 On-board computer Operation ........185 Checking the oil level ..... 243 Settings ......... 187 Display message ......196 Telephone ........194 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Lighting submenu ......191 On-board computer (vehicles with see Qualified specialist workshop steering wheel buttons) Message Audio menu ........
  • Page 18 Index Operating safety and registration Important safety notes ....171 Attachments/add-on equipment ..28 Problem (fault) ....... 174 Changes in engine performance ..27 Roll-back warning ......173 Installations and conversions ... 28 Sensor range ......... 171 Notes on body/equipment Trailer towing .........
  • Page 19 Index Rear view camera Qualified specialist workshop ... 27 Important safety notes ....174 Rear window heating Problem (fault) ....... 113 Radiator cover ........28 Switching on/off ......113 Radio Rear window wiper ......103 Changing stations (vehicles with Switching on/off ......103 steering wheel buttons) ....
  • Page 20 Index Restraint system Adjusting the co-driver's seat ..81 Introduction ........40 Adjusting the head restraint .... 84 Warning lamp (function) ..40, 220 Armrest ..........84 Rev counter ........181 Cleaning the cover ......262 Correct driver's seat position ... 80 Reverse warning device ....
  • Page 21 Index Side window see Instrument cluster SPEEDTRONIC Important safety notes (hinged windows) ......... 77 Activating variable ......158 Sliding window ......... 78 Calling up the last speed stored ..158 Side windows Deactivating variable ..... 158 Convenience closing ......78 Display messages (vehicles with Convenience opening ......
  • Page 22 Index Stowage compartment above the Display messages ......216 windscreen ........228 Numbers from the phone book ..195 Stowage compartment in the Operating ........194 centre console ....... 228 Redialling ........196 Stowage compartment in the Rejecting or ending a call ....195 Temperature dashboard ........
  • Page 23 Index Important safety notes ....267 Display (vehicles without steering Towing wheel buttons) ....... 183 Fitting/removing the towing eye ... 268 Resetting ........181 If the vehicle is stuck ..... 270 see Trip computer (on-board computer) Trip odometer Important safety notes ....267 In the event of malfunctions ..
  • Page 24 Index Tyre tread ........273 Warning and indicator lamps ABS ..........218 Unlocking ® AdBlue ......... 220 From inside the vehicle (central Air filter .......... 223 unlocking button) ......65 ASR ..........217 With emergency key element ... 61 BAS ..........218 USB port ..........
  • Page 25 Index Important safety notes ....272 Removing a wheel ......287 Removing and fitting the spare wheel ..........290 Snow chains ........274 Storing ........... 285 Tightening torque ......288 Wheel size/tyre size ...... 289 Windowbag .......... 46 Windows Cleaning ......... 258 Cleaning the sliding windows ..
  • Page 26: Introduction

    There is an increased covered either by Mercedes-Benz implied risk of an accident and injury. warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle War- ranty.
  • Page 27: Protection Of The Environment

    Only for EU countries: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life takes the requirements of both nature and vehicle for environment-friendly disposal in humanity into consideration.
  • Page 28: Operating Safety And Vehicle Approval

    You can obtain further information from any you drive too quickly over an obstacle, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. kerb or a pothole a heavy object hits the underbody or chassis...
  • Page 29: Operating Safety

    Registering your vehicle Any tampering with the engine management Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres to system in order to increase the engine power carry out technical inspections on certain vehi- output will lead to the loss of warranty entitle- cles.
  • Page 30: Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts

    Only use genu- Otherwise, the values of the diagnostic system ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- may be affected. In some countries, the record- ing of engine diagnostic data is a legal require- ity.
  • Page 31: Qr Code For Rescue Card

    In general, this technical information docu- vided in exceptional cases, Mercedes-Benz ments the state of a component, a module, a accepts no responsibility for the use of such system or the surroundings.
  • Page 32 Introduction After a fault has been rectified, the information is deleted from the fault memory or is continu- ally overwritten. When operating the vehicle, situations are con- ceivable in which this technical data, in connec- tion with other information - if necessary, under consultation with an authorised expert - could be traced to a person.
  • Page 33: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Cockpit, right-hand-drive vehicles...
  • Page 34 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Door control panel PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Light switch Opens and closes the right- Headlamp range control hand side window Combination switch Stowage compartment (jack • Turn signals and vehicle tool kit) • Main-beam headlamps Glove compartment •...
  • Page 35: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering wheel buttons Instrument cluster on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Function Page Function Page Speedometer Reset button 9 Rev counter Menu button 4 • Changes standard display f, g Brightens/dims the •...
  • Page 36: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Indicator and warning lamps Instrument cluster on vehicles without steering wheel buttons Instrument cluster on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Function Page Function Page Speedometer with warn- 4 Engine oil level warning ing and indicator lamps ; Engine diagnostics indicator lamp ®...
  • Page 37: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page # Battery charging malfunction ® Ø AdBlue supply low or con- taminated/diluted b Bulb defective Exhaust gas aftertreatment malfunction Rev counter with warning and indicator lamps Ä Distance warning lamp c Parking brake applied ·...
  • Page 38: Steering Wheel With Buttons

    Centre console Steering wheel with buttons Centre console Function Page Display On-board computer opera- tion Function Page Selects a submenu or adjusts the volume Stowage compartment W Up/increases the vol- Audio 10 or Audio 15 (see the separate operating instruc- X Down/reduces the vol- tions) Telephone operation...
  • Page 39: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page ¤ Activates/deactivates ECO Start with Euro 5 engine Activates/deactivates ECO Start with Euro 6 engine £ Switches the hazard warning lamps on/off à Activates/deactivates ASR Central locking, interior/rear à compartment Ä æ Activates/deactivates the Function Page distance warning function...
  • Page 40: Door Control Panel

    Further control panels Door control panel Further control panels Control panel between the light switch and the steering wheel Function Page Adjusts the exterior mirrors Function Page Selects an exterior mirror y Switches the hot-water aux- Opens and closes the left- iliary heater on/off hand side window ±...
  • Page 41 Further control panels Control panel between the steering wheel and the ignition lock Function Page Switches the central rear compartment lighting on/off ¬ Activates/deactivates elec- tronic level control (ENR) ; Engages/disengages all- wheel drive m Activates/deactivates LOW RANGE transmission ratio...
  • Page 42: Useful Information

    The components of the restraint system work in workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that conjunction with each other. They can only offer you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. protection if all vehicle occupants always: have the seat belt correctly fastened page 42)
  • Page 43: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint your body. However, it does not pull the vehicle system warning lamp: occupants back in the direction of the seat backrest. does not light up after the ignition is switched The belt tensioner does not, however, correct an incorrect seat position or correct the routing of does not go out after a few seconds...
  • Page 44 Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the seat belts correctly without an additional suit- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use able restraint system. If the seat belt is worn seat belts that have been approved specifically incorrectly, it cannot perform its intended for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 45: Fastening

    Occupant safety of an accident, they could be crushed between the vehicle occupant and seat belt. objects are never secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants Also ensure that no objects are placed between a person and the seat.
  • Page 46: Introduction

    Occupant safety it goes out once the driver has fastened the seat Hold the steering wheel only by the rim. This belt. allows the airbag to be fully deployed. Always lean against the backrest while driv- ing. Do not lean forwards or lean against the door or side window.
  • Page 47: Sidebag

    The ically approved for the respective seat by airbags might therefore not function properly Mercedes-Benz. any more. Consequently, the airbags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do. This poses an increased risk of injury.
  • Page 48: Windowbag

    The activation threshold for the seat belt ten- sioners and airbags is determined based on the Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the evaluation of the vehicle's rate of deceleration vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop or acceleration at various points in the vehicle.
  • Page 49: Children In The Vehicle

    For this reason, the distribution of forces during the collision Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children the collision angle are generally better protected there.
  • Page 50: Child Restraint System

    Only replace damaged covers with gen- uine covers. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems rec- ommended by Mercedes-Benz. Information...
  • Page 51: Isofix

    Children in the vehicle can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for shop. specially designed child restraint systems on the rear seats. ISOFIX securing rings : for an ISOFIX child restraint system are fitted between the seat cushion and the seat backrest: ISOFIX child seat securing system on the outer left and right seat on rear bench...
  • Page 52: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    Accident statistics show that children secured on the rear seats are safer than children secured on the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Example: rear bench seat with 3 seats Top Tether anchorages ;...
  • Page 53: Suitable Positions

    Children in the vehicle Forward-facing child restraint system "Universal" category child restraint systems can be used on the relevant seats according to the If it is absolutely necessary to fit a forward- tables "Suitability of the seats for attaching belt- facing child restraint system on the front- secured child restraint systems".
  • Page 54 Always observe the information on "Child restraint systems on the co-driver's seat" ( page 50) and on "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 51). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Weight and age cat- Manufac-...
  • Page 55: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle Weight and age cat- Manufac- Type Type approval MB order num- egories turer number Category I:9 to Britax Römer E1 03 301133 A 000 970 16 00 DUO Plus 18 kg A 000 970 37 00 between approx- imately 9 months and 4 years...
  • Page 56: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems sliding door at any time using the Å switch in If you and your child leave the vehicle, always the centre console ( page 68). make sure that the child restraint system is not in direct sunlight. Cover it with a blanket, for example.
  • Page 57: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Braking and for staying in your lane. Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road and weather If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a conditions and maintain a sufficient, safe dis- pulsating in the brake pedal. tance from other road users.
  • Page 58 Driving safety systems If traction on the road surface is not sufficient, cally switched off, ASR will also remain off after even ASR will not allow you to pull away without the engine is automatically started. difficulty. The type of tyres and total weight of It may be best to deactivate ASR briefly in the the vehicle as well as the gradient of the road following situations:...
  • Page 59: Trailer Stabilisation

    Driving safety systems 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribu- tion) A function or performance test should only be carried out on a twin-axle dynamometer. WARNING Before you operate the vehicle on such a If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can dynamometer, please consult a qualified lock, e.g.
  • Page 60 Anti-theft systems The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from ® braking. ESP trailer stabilisation helps you to being started without the correct key. stabilise the vehicle/trailer combination in this situation. Always take the key with you and lock the vehi- cle when leaving the vehicle. If you leave the key ®...
  • Page 61: Anti-Theft Systems

    Anti-theft systems Tow-away protection is automatically deactiva- mirror or on the grab handles on the roof lin- ted when you unlock the vehicle. ing. This will prevent false alarms. Deactivating Lock the vehicle. The interior motion sensor is primed after approximately 40 seconds.
  • Page 62: Useful Information

    Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the key, These Operating Instructions describe all mod- the key could be unintentionally turned in the els as well as standard and optional equipment ignition lock. This could cause the engine to of your vehicle that were available at the time of be switched off.
  • Page 63: Key

    If the surround lighting has been switched on To change the setting: press and hold down using the on-board computer ( page 191), it the % and & buttons simultaneously goes on when the vehicle is unlocked. until the battery check lamp flashes twice. page 60).
  • Page 64 Removing the emergency key element To unlock the co-driver's door: insert the emergency key element fully into the co-driv- er's door lock and turn it to position 3. The co-driver's door is unlocked. To lock the vehicle: lock all doors except the co-driver's door from the inside.
  • Page 65 partment by using the emergency unlocking fea- Change the batteries if the battery check lamp ture for the rear doors. does not light up briefly with every press of a button. You need a CR 2025 3 V cell battery, Insert the emergency key element fully into which can be obtained from any qualified spe- the tailgate lock and turn it to position 2.
  • Page 66: Loss

    Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible to The doors are not closed properly. lock the vehicle using Close the doors properly and lock the vehicle again. the key. The turn signals do not The central locking system has malfunctioned.
  • Page 67: Central Locking

    Central locking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost a key. Have the key deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced. You have lost the emer- Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
  • Page 68: Driver's Door And Co-Driver's Door

    Sliding door Automatic locking feature Driver's door and co-driver's door General notes Only open the doors when traffic conditions permit. Make sure that there is sufficient The vehicle locks automatically after you have clearance when opening the doors. Other- pulled away. wise, you could damage your vehicle or other If the automatic locking when driving function is vehicles.
  • Page 69: Electric Sliding Door

    Electric sliding door You can only open a sliding door from the inside Opening and closing from the outside if the child-proof locks have not been activated. Locking knob = pops up when you open a locked door. Only this sliding door is unlocked. The other doors remain locked.
  • Page 70: Function

    Electric sliding door Opening/closing the sliding door with When opening and closing the electric sliding the button door, make sure that nobody is within the operating range of the sliding door. If some- one becomes trapped, press the button again to stop the sliding door.
  • Page 71: Unlocking Manually

    Electric sliding door The indicator lamp in the upper Å sliding Opening/closing the sliding door with door button on the centre console is lit when- the door handle ever the sliding door is open. To stop: press a sliding door button again. In unfavourable operating conditions, e.g.
  • Page 72: Resetting

    Electric sliding door If there has been a malfunction or if the battery The sliding door closes and the vehicle locks has been disconnected, you can use the release when you leave the area around the vehicle catch to disconnect the sliding door from the while carrying the key.
  • Page 73: Electrically Operated Step

    Electrically operated step Problems with the sliding door Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The electric sliding door Emergency operation has been activated. moves very slowly. Have the sliding door checked as soon as possible at a qualified specialist workshop. The electric sliding door When the sliding door is fully opened, the "play protection"...
  • Page 74 Rear doors Electrically operated step : is equipped with Pull R-clips ; on both rods : on the under- an obstruction detection device on the front side of the step out of their respective pins. side. If the step comes into contact with an Remove washers = and detach both rods :.
  • Page 75: Rear Doors

    Rear doors Opening the left-hand rear door Only open the rear doors when traffic condi- tions permit. Always make sure that the rear doors are properly locked. WARNING The rear lights will be covered if you open the rear doors to the 90° detent position. The vehicle will then be unsafe as its rear lights will not be visible for approaching traf- fic.
  • Page 76: Partition Sliding Door

    Partition sliding door Opening/closing from the inside Magnetic door retainer With the rear door opened to an angle of Release the lever on the inside of the right rear 270°, push it against magnetic door door. retainer ; on the side wall. A white section on latch ;...
  • Page 77: Platform Truck Dropsides

    Platform truck dropsides Opening/closing the partition sliding Platform truck dropsides door from the cab Important safety notes WARNING When opening the side panel lock, the drop- side may drop downwards. This is particularly the case when it is subjected to a load and is therefore under increased strain.
  • Page 78: Side Windows

    Side windows Repeat the procedure on the other side of the To install: carefully the position platform dropside. dropside on the hinge bolt, making sure that locking pawl : on the platform dropside is in Fold the platform dropside down to the the horizontal position.
  • Page 79: Side Windows

    Side windows WARNING leave persons (particularly children) unatten- ded in the vehicle. If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Opening/closing the side windows Activate the override feature for the rear side windows.
  • Page 80: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Opening/closing the hinged window Convenience closing feature electrically Important safety notes WARNING When the convenience closing feature is oper- ating, parts of the body could become trapped in the closing area of the side window and the sliding sunroof. There is a risk of injury. Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing feature is oper- ating.
  • Page 81 Side windows Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehi- cle. To open and close: press pinch grips : together and move the sliding window to the desired position.
  • Page 82: Useful Information

    Seats Useful information WARNING The seat belt does not offer the intended level These Operating Instructions describe all mod- of protection if you have not moved the back- els as well as standard and optional equipment rest to an almost vertical position. When brak- of your vehicle that were available at the time of ing or in the event of an accident, you could going to print.
  • Page 83: Seats

    Seats height and angle of the head restraints to the To adjust the backrest: turn handwheel = correct position. towards the front. The seat backrest moves to a vertical posi- Use the head restraint pad to adjust the head tion. restraint so that it is as close as possible to the back of your head.
  • Page 84: Folding Seat

    Seats To rotate the seat: push lever : on the rear Swivelling front seats of the seat towards the centre of the vehicle and rotate the seat slightly inwards. WARNING The rotation device is released. If the driver's and co-driver's seats are not Release lever :.
  • Page 85: Rear Bench Seat

    Seats Install the rear bench seat as described. Only use rear bench seats that have been approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Keep the rear bench seat mounting shells in the vehicle floor free from dirt and foreign objects. Folding seat without sidebag...
  • Page 86: Armrests

    Seats Slide the bench seat forwards until you hear To raise: pull the head restraint up to the the locking mechanisms engage. desired position. Check levers : on the anchorages of the To lower: press release button : and slide bench seat.
  • Page 87: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Steering wheel limited ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of WARNING injury. You could lose control of the vehicle while Therefore, do not switch on the seat heating driving if you: repeatedly.
  • Page 88: Mirrors

    Mirrors Exterior mirrors Important safety notes WARNING The additional mirrors in the exterior mirror reduce the size of the image. Objects visible in the mirrors are closer than they appear. You could misjudge the distance from road users driving behind you when changing lanes, for instance.
  • Page 89 Mirrors The exterior mirrors are automatically heated at low outside temperatures.
  • Page 90: Useful Information

    To switch on: turn the key to position 2 in the Important safety notes ignition lock or start the engine. For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Turn the light switch to position L. mends that you drive with the lights switched on The L indicator lamp in the instrument even during the daytime.
  • Page 91: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting If your vehicle is only equipped with one rear on automatically if there is fog, snow or other foglamp, you must turn the light switch to causes of poor visibility due to the weather conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an When the light switch is set to Ã...
  • Page 92: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Switching on the side lamps Main-beam headlamps and headlamp flasher Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock page 129). Remove the key. Turn the light switch to T. The green T indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.
  • Page 93: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Exterior lighting If reverse gear is engaged the lamp on the Headlamp range adjustment opposite side of the vehicle switches on instead. Hazard warning lamps WARNING The rear exterior light will be covered if you: Open the rear doors by 90°. Open the rear dropside.
  • Page 94: Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting The hazard warning lamps work even when Always pay close attention to the traffic con- the ignition is switched off. ditions and deactivate the main-beam head- lamps in good time. Headlamp cleaning system Highbeam Assist cannot take into account road, weather or traffic conditions.
  • Page 95: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting indicator lamp in the multifunction display remains lit. To deactivate: move the combination switch back to its normal position or move the light switch to another position. The _ or indicator lamp in the multifunction display goes out. Headlamps misted up on the inside Interior lights in the overhead control panel The headlamps may mist up on the inside if...
  • Page 96 Interior lighting Switching the rear-compartment Switching the rear/load-compart- lighting on/off centrally (crewbus) ment lighting on/off Rear compartment lighting switch Interior light with switch (example: panel van) To switch on rear interior lighting Automatic control Automatic control To switch off the interior lighting To switch off rear interior lighting To switch on the interior lighting You can switch the rear compartment lighting...
  • Page 97: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Motion detector Replacing bulbs Important safety notes WARNING The motion detector sends the invisible infra- DANGER red radiation emitted by LEDs (light emitting Xenon bulbs are under high voltage. You can diodes). get an electric shock if you remove the cover These LEDs are classified as class 1M lasers of the xenon bulb and touch the electrical and can damage the retina if you:...
  • Page 98: Dipped-Beam Headlamps

    Replacing bulbs Only use spare bulbs of the same type, with the prescribed voltage and the correct wat- tage. Protect the bulbs against moisture when in use. If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Have the LEDs and bulbs of the following lamps replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop:...
  • Page 99 Replacing bulbs Example (halogen headlamps) Bi-xenon headlamps: turn bulb holder with Dipped-beam headlamp socket bulb ; anti-clockwise and remove it. Main-beam headlamps socket Halogen headlamps: press the spring catches of the bulb holder together and Bulb holder for side lamp/parking lamp (hal- ogen headlamps) remove the bulb holder with bulb ;.
  • Page 100: Additional Turn Signals

    Replacing bulbs Insert bulb holder : into the lamp and turn it Rear lamps (panel van/crewbus) clockwise to tighten. Overview of bulb types Close the bonnet. Additional turn signal lamp (all-wheel- drive vehicles) Additional turn signal lamp (example: panel van and crewbus) The additional turn signals are mounted on the side of the vehicle's front wings.
  • Page 101: Rear Foglamp (All-Wheel-Drive Vehicle)

    Replacing bulbs Tail lamps Release retaining lugs ; and take the bulb holder out of the tail lamp. Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it anti- clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder. Press the new bulb into the bulb holder and screw it in clockwise.
  • Page 102: Rear Lamps

    Replacing bulbs Tail lamps Switch off the lighting system. Carefully release the rear foglamp in the direction of the arrow using a screwdriver, for example. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise and remove it. Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it anti- clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder.
  • Page 103: Side Marker Lamp

    Replacing bulbs Courtesy lights Applying light pressure to the bulb, turn it anti- clockwise and remove it from the bulb holder. Press the new bulb into the bulb holder and screw it in clockwise. Position lamp lens ; and tighten screws : again.
  • Page 104: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Front interior light Vehicles with LED lighting: if an LED is faulty, consult a qualified specialist work- shop. Interior light without switch Type of lamp: K 18 W Switch off the interior light. Press spring catch ; in the direction of the Interior light without switch arrow and lift off interior light :.
  • Page 105: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers due to wax or other residue. Clean the wind- For example, if you have selected level II and screen with washer fluid after an automatic stop the vehicle, wiping continues with intermit- car wash. tent wipe while the vehicle is stationary. Vehicles with rain/light sensor: Vehicles with a rain and light sensor: you can use level Ias the universal setting.
  • Page 106: Replacing The Wiper Blades

    Pull wiper blade : up and out of the retainer impact. on wiper arm =. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Slide new wiper blade : into the retainer on the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- wiper arm =.
  • Page 107 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windscreen wiper Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen jams. wiper movement. The wiper motor has switched off. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 108: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Climate control is only operational when the Useful information engine is running. The system only functions optimally when the side windows are closed. These Operating Instructions describe all mod- els as well as standard and optional equipment Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during of your vehicle that were available at the time of warm weather.
  • Page 109: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel, left-hand-drive vehicles Sets the temperature ( page 111) z Demists the windscreen ( page 112) K Sets the airflow ( page 112) z Demists the windscreen ( page 112) e Switches air-recirculation mode on and off ( page 114) Sets the air distribution ( page 112)
  • Page 110 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for the air-conditioning system Control panel, right-hand-drive vehicles Control panel, left-hand-drive vehicles Sets the temperature ( page 111) z Demists the windscreen ( page 112) Sets the airflow ( page 112) K Increases the airflow I Reduces the airflow e Switches air-recirculation mode on and off ( page 114)
  • Page 111: Rear-Compartment Heating

    Overview of climate control systems Blower setting bar display z Demists the windscreen ( page 112) Only use the demisting function briefly, until Information on the air-conditioning the windscreen is clear again. system Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. if Below, you can find a number of notes and rec- there are unpleasant outside odours or when ommendations to help you use the air-condi-...
  • Page 112: Partment

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for rear-compartment air-conditioning system Control panel, right-hand-drive vehicles Control panel, left-hand-drive vehicles Sets the airflow ( page 112) K Increases the airflow I Reduces the airflow Sets the temperature ( page 111) Blower setting bar display i Switches the rear-compartment climate control on and off ( page 111)
  • Page 113: Operating The Climate Control System

    Operating the climate control system Information on rear-compartment air Activating/deactivating the cooling conditioning with air dehumidification function For optimum climate control, set the tempera- Important information ture control to the middle level. Only change the If you switch off the "Cooling with air dehumid- temperature in small increments.
  • Page 114: Demisting The Windows

    Operating the climate control system Vehicle with window heating: switch on the Vehicle with additional air conditioning and front ( page 113) and/or rear window heat- heating in the rear compartment: if you set ing ( page 113). the temperature control to the centre posi- tion, only one of both climate control systems Switch on climate control ( page 111).
  • Page 115 Operating the climate control system Vehicles with heating heating otherwise switches off automatically after 5 minutes. Set temperature control : to a higher tem- Start the engine. perature ( page 106). To switch on/off: press the z switch. Set airflow control ; to a higher blower set- The indicator lamp in the z switch comes ting, e.g.
  • Page 116: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents If enough on-board voltage is available again Adjusting the air vents within 30 seconds, the rear window heating automatically switches on again. It otherwise Important safety notes remains switched off. WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air Activating/deactivating air-recircula- vents.
  • Page 117 Operating the auxiliary heating system To open: turn thumbwheel = to the left or left-hand side of the vehicle, thumbwheel : to the right. thumbwheel ? to the right. To close: for the right-hand side of the vehi- To close: turn thumbwheel = to the right or cle, turn thumbwheel ;...
  • Page 118: Heating Time

    Operating the auxiliary heating system system in the vehicle. The auxiliary heating stuck in snow and you must leave the auxiliary heats the air in the vehicle interior to the tem- heating running, keep the exhaust pipe and perature set. the area around the vehicle clear of snow.
  • Page 119: Operating The Auxiliary Heating System

    Operating the auxiliary heating system the outside temperature and on the electrical interior to the temperature that you have set. consumers switched on. The blower switches to the first level. To switch off auxiliary heating: press the Outside tempera- Engine runtime upper section of the y button.
  • Page 120: Operation With The Remote Con Trol

    Operating the auxiliary heating system On-board computer with steering wheel Press the 9 button. Minutes The display shows the menu. buttons Use the W and X buttons to set the minutes. Press the V button. The switch-on time is set and selected. Operation with the remote control Important information Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 121 Operating the auxiliary heating system Changing the operating duration Signalling Meaning Switch on the remote control. Flashes red Auxiliary heating switched When indicator lamp : flashes red, press Ü and b simultaneously. Indicator lamp : flashes green. Lights up Auxiliary heating switched green Press the Ü...
  • Page 122: Replacing The Remote Control Battery

    Operating the auxiliary heating system Replacing the remote control battery synchronised. The indicator lamp in the y auxiliary heating button goes out. WARNING Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substan- Switches the heater booster function on/off ces. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in severe health problems.
  • Page 123 Operating the auxiliary heating system Remove battery cover ; using a suitable Position battery cover ; so that mark : on implement, e.g. a coin, by turning it anti- the raised area points between two clockwise. recesses ?. Check the seal on battery cover ; for dam- Turn battery cover ;...
  • Page 124: Operation With The Timer

    Operating the auxiliary heating system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The low-voltage protection system integrated in the control unit switches off the auxiliary heating because the on-board voltage is less than 10 V. Have the alternator and battery checked. The fuse is blown.
  • Page 125: Overview

    Operating the auxiliary heating system Timer overview Setting the day, time and operating dura- tion You must reset the day, time, and default value for the operating duration: during initial operation after a voltage supply interruption (e.g. if the battery has been disconnected) after a malfunction You can find information on malfunctions in the "Problems with the auxiliary warm-air heater"...
  • Page 126 Operating the auxiliary heating system Press the b button. Press the b button. Immediate heating mode is activated. The The operating duration flashes. time and the y symbol appear. Press the Û or â button to set the To switch off: press the Û or â button minute value (10 to 120).
  • Page 127 Operating the auxiliary heating system Problems with the auxiliary warm-air heater Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions message The fuel tank is less than Õ full. The auxiliary heating switches off appears in the timer dis- automatically. play panel. Refuel at the nearest filling station. Then, start the auxiliary heating several times until the fuel lines are full.
  • Page 128: Operating The Load Compartment Air Vents

    Operating the load compartment air vents Operating the load compartment air vents If your vehicle is equipped with a roof ventilator, you can ventilate and depressurise the load compartment. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. To activate and depressurise: press the upper section of the ´...
  • Page 129: Useful Information

    Driving Useful information Driving Important safety notes These Operating Instructions describe all mod- els as well as standard and optional equipment WARNING of your vehicle that were available at the time of If you switch off the ignition while driving, going to print.
  • Page 130: Switching Off

    Driving the battery main switch. You could otherwise Pull connector : from the earth pin. damage components of the electrical system. Push connector : as far to the side as pos- sible so that it cannot make contact with the You can use the battery main switch to discon- earth pin.
  • Page 131: Key Positions

    Driving ing to operation, care and maintenance Key positions should be observed. that contour markings on attachments and bodies are in good condition Rectify any noticeable defects before com- mencing the journey. Checks in the vehicle Emergency equipment and first-aid kit Check the equipment to make sure that it is accessible, complete and ready for use.
  • Page 132: Starting The Engine

    Driving Manual transmission Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals. Secure the load as per the loading guidelines page 235). Stow luggage items securely. Secure the load as per the loading guidelines ( page 235). Make sure that the floormats and carpets are properly secured so that they cannot slip and obstruct the pedals.
  • Page 133: Pulling Away

    Driving Neutral Pulling away Drive Manual transmission Move the selector lever to position P. The display in the instrument cluster shows P: Pulling away on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Change gear in good time and avoid spin- page 186) ning the wheels.
  • Page 134: Pulling Away

    Driving Gearshift recommendation the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident. When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do not simultaneously accelerate. Only shift into reverse gear R when the vehi- cle is stationary.
  • Page 135: General Notes

    Driving Reverse warning device WARNING Other road users may ignore or fail to hear the warning tone of the reverse warning feature. There is a risk of injury if you fail to ensure that the area in which you are manoeuvring is Messages in the display (example: vehicles without clear.
  • Page 136 Driving Automatic engine switch-off If the indicator lamp in the ¤ button does not light up after the engine is started, ECO Start is ECO Start switches the engine off automatically malfunctioning and cannot be activated. when: If you press the ¤ button after an automatic the display shows the ¤...
  • Page 137: General Notes

    Driving General notes on vehicles with an automatic transmission, the driver's door is closed the outside temperature is above 0 † the vehicle is less than 2500 m above sea level All of the vehicle's systems remain active when the engine is switched off automati- cally.
  • Page 138: Activating/Deactivating

    Driving Vehicles with manual transmission To deactivate:press button ¤. The indicator lamp on the ¤ button and Only engage gear when the clutch pedal is the ECO symbol in the display go out. depressed. To switch on: press the ¤ button. The engine is started automatically if you: If all conditions for automatic engine switch- off are fulfilled, the ECO symbol is shown in...
  • Page 139 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is air in the fuel system. start. Turn the ignition to position 0 before attempting to start the engine The starter motor can be again.
  • Page 140: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Selector lever positions Important safety notes Park position This prevents the vehicle from rolling WARNING away when stopped. Only move the If the engine speed is above the idling speed selector lever to P when the vehicle is and you engage transmission position D or R, stationary.
  • Page 141: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission When the selector lever is in position D, the To extend or restrict the shift range: press automatic transmission selects the individual the selector lever briefly to the right towards gears automatically. This depends on: D+ or left towards D–. The display shows the selected shift range.
  • Page 142: Ually

    Automatic transmission Trailer towing You can shift back and forth between drive position D and reverse gear R at low speeds Use a moderate engine speed on uphill gra- without applying the brakes. This helps when dients. manoeuvring rapidly or when rocking the Depending on the uphill or downhill gradient, vehicle out of snow or slush, for example.
  • Page 143: Refuelling

    Refuelling Refuelling the surface waters, the ground water or into the ground. Important safety notes Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a WARNING diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel vehi- Fuel is highly flammable. Improper handing of cles with a petrol engine.
  • Page 144: Topping Up

    Refuelling Remove the key from the ignition lock. ® AdBlue Switch off the auxiliary heating system page 115). Notes on use Open the front left-hand door first, and then Environmental note the fuel filler flap. Close all vehicle doors to prevent fuel vapours ®...
  • Page 145 Refuelling Drive for at least 20 minutes (heating phase in ® Lockable AdBlue filler cap the fuel tank activated) and then stop the vehicle for at least 30 seconds. The level is then shown correctly. ® For further information on AdBlue , see page 300).
  • Page 146 Mercedes-Benz AdBlue refill canisters. ® AdBlue refill bottles : can be obtained at many filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Centre. Refill bottles without a threaded seal offer no protection against overfilling. ® AdBlue may leak out as a result of overfilling.
  • Page 147: Parking

    Parking ® Press AdBlue refill bottle : towards the for example, the power steering and the brake filler neck. boosting effect. You will require considerably ® The AdBlue tank is filled. This could last up to more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk one minute.
  • Page 148: Applying The Parking Brake

    Parking If you leave the vehicle parked up for longer than To apply the parking brake: pull brake 3 weeks: lever : up as far as the last possible detent. The c warning lamp in the instrument connect the batteries to a trickle charger or cluster lights up if the engine is running.
  • Page 149: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Wheel chock Parking up the vehicle Use the wheel chock or a similar object to pre- If you park your vehicle longer than three weeks: vent the vehicle from rolling away, e.g. when connect the batteries to a trickle charger or parking or changing a wheel.
  • Page 150: Short-Distance Driving

    100 km/h and ment cluster 160 km/h. the display in the instrument cluster shows Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Exhaust filter: the following message: maximum speed programmed at a Mercedes- Drive at high engine speed. See Own‐...
  • Page 151: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Driving abroad Braking Service Important safety notes An extensive network of Mercedes-Benz Service WARNING Centres is also at your disposal when you are If you shift down on a slippery road surface in travelling abroad. Nevertheless, please bear in...
  • Page 152: New Brake Pads/Linings

    If the brakes have been used only moderately, by Mercedes-Benz or are of an equivalent you should occasionally test their effectiveness. standard of quality To do this, brake more sharply at a higher speed.
  • Page 153: Aquaplaning

    Driving tips The brake lamps are not illuminated when you This increases the risk of skidding and having brake the vehicle using the parking brake. an accident. Do not shift down for additional engine brak- ing on a slippery road surface. Driving in wet conditions Aquaplaning DANGER...
  • Page 154: Off-Road Driving

    Driving tips Try to maintain control of the vehicle using particular, remove parts of plants or other corrective steering. flammable materials which have become Drive particularly carefully on slippery roads. trapped. In the case of damage, contact a Avoid sudden acceleration, steering and braking qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 155: Before Driving Off-Road

    Activate ASR ( page 56). Clean the headlamps and tail lamps and Mercedes-Benz recommends that you addi- check them for damage. tionally carry a shovel and a recovery rope Clean the front and rear licence plates. with a shackle in the vehicle.
  • Page 156: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Check the wheels and tyres and wheel arches for a prolonged period. You can set any speed for trapped foreign objects and remove them. from 30 km/h upwards in increments of Trapped foreign objects can damage the 1 km/h. wheels and tyres or may be flung out from the If you have set mph as the unit for the digital vehicle when you continue driving.
  • Page 157: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Do not use cruise control: LIM indicator lamp ; shows you which function you have selected: in traffic conditions that are unsuitable for driving at a constant speed, e.g. in heavy traf- LIM indicator lamp off: cruise control is fic, on winding roads or off-road selected.
  • Page 158: Calling Up The Stored Speed

    Driving systems Resuming the stored speed The display also shows the V symbol and the stored speed. WARNING Cruise control is not deactivated if you If you call up a stored speed and this is dif- depress the accelerator pedal. If you acceler- ferent from the current speed, the vehicle ate briefly to overtake, for example, cruise accelerates or brakes.
  • Page 159: Speedtronic

    Driving systems Problems with cruise control Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions On vehicles with steer- The display shows a high-priority message. Thus a change in speed is ing-wheel buttons, the not possible. speed cannot be set Proceed as instructed by the message in the display. when cruise control is Deactivate cruise control.
  • Page 160: Deactivating Variable

    Driving systems Adjusting the speed in increments of To switch between cruise control and varia- 10 km/h ble SPEEDTRONIC To deactivate variable SPEEDTRONIC To increase the speed limitation, press the cruise control lever upwards :. The cruise control lever is the upper lever on the left of the steering column.
  • Page 161: Permanent

    Driving systems The last speed limitation set remains stored. The is shown shortly before the set speed limitation last speed limitation stored is deleted when you is reached. switch off the engine. Permanent SPEEDTRONIC controls the speed Variable SPEEDTRONIC is deactivated automat- and the vehicle stops accelerating.
  • Page 162: Distance Warning Function

    Driving systems The display is showing a message of high priority Operation and cannot therefore show a change in speed. The distance warning function can help you to minimise the risk of a front-end collision with a Proceed as instructed by the message in the vehicle ahead or reduce the effects of such a display.
  • Page 163: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving systems a narrow vehicle is travelling in front, e.g. a In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: motorbike intervene unnecessarily a vehicle is travelling in front on a different line not intervene Following damage to the front end of the vehicle, There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 164: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Brake Assist does not react to stationary obsta- As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn cles. drivers in these situations. There is a risk of an In particular, the detection of obstacles can be accident. impaired if: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- dirt on the sensors or anything else covering uation and maintain a safe distance at the side...
  • Page 165: Trailer Towing

    Driving systems If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the When you overtake a vehicle, the warning only lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may be occurs if the difference in speed is less than indicated, especially if the vehicles are not driv- 22 km/h.
  • Page 166: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist If you fail to adapt your driving style, Lane Keep- ing Assist can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the laws of physics. Lane Keeping General notes Assist cannot take into account road, weather or Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in front of traffic conditions.
  • Page 167: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems flashes yellow and then lights up continu- Electronic level control (ENR) ously. Important safety notes On vehicles with steering wheel buttons: Lane Keep. Assist deactivated mes- WARNING sage appears in the display and the à indicator lamp in the instrument cluster People's limbs may become trapped if they flashes yellow and then lights up continu- are located underneath the vehicle or...
  • Page 168: Raising/Lowering The Vehicle Level

    Driving systems Raising/lowering the vehicle level If ENR is malfunctioning or making readjust- ments while the vehicle is moving, the vehicle level may be lowered. In this case, pay atten- tion to the road conditions and make sure there is sufficient ground clearance. Drive on carefully.
  • Page 169: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Switching ENR on/off ENR not shows the following message: activated. ENR automatic mode must be activated. To switch on: press and hold the ¬ button Park the vehicle, leaving the ignition switched again for approximately 2 seconds. To switch off: press and hold the ¬ but- Drive faster than 10 km/h.
  • Page 170: Low Range Transmission Ratio

    Driving systems Engaging all-wheel drive If the indicator lamp in the ; button is lit, all-wheel drive is engaged. On vehicles with steering-wheel buttons, the display then Conditions for engaging/disengaging Four-wheel shows the following message: All-wheel drive can only be engaged or disen- drive active.
  • Page 171: Dsr (Downhill Speed Regulation)

    Driving systems Engaging and disengaging LOW RANGE General notes DSR supports you with the LOW RANGE trans- mission ratio when you are driving downhill off- road and on construction sites. DSR maintains a preset speed for you on downhill gradients by applying the brakes as required.
  • Page 172 Driving systems operate cruise control and, if applicable, varia- DSR is activated but is not intervening ble SPEEDTRONIC. You are driving at between 18 km/h and 45 km/h. Activation conditions message is displayed in the status In order to activate DSR, both activation condi- area of the on-board computer.
  • Page 173: Parktronic

    Driving systems Brake or accelerate the vehicle to the PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when required speed on the downhill gradient. the key is turned to position 2in the ignition lock and the parking brake is released. Release the brake or accelerator pedal. The current speed is stored.
  • Page 174: Warning Display

    Driving systems range, it is possible that the distance may no longer be displayed. Warning displays Warning display, front area The sensors must be free of dirt, ice or slush. Otherwise, they cannot function correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch or damage them ( page 260).
  • Page 175: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Transmission posi- Monitoring tion Forward gear Front area or D Reverse gear Front and rear area or R or N No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- cle's distance from the obstacle.
  • Page 176 Working mode Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched itself off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. cialist workshop.
  • Page 177: Working Mode

    Working mode on vehicles with a shift lock, the manual ADR (working speed governor) transmission is locked when the power take-off is engaged. General notes on vehicles without a shift lock, you can When activated, ADR automatically increases engage first or second gear after engaging the engine speed to a preset speed or a speed the power take-off and then drive the vehi- you have set.
  • Page 178: Trailer Towing

    Trailer towing Setting the working speed Ensure that the following weights are not excee- ded: the permissible noseweight the permissible trailer load the permissible rear axle load of the towing vehicle the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight of both the towing vehicle and the trailer the permissible gross combination weight The applicable permissible values that may not...
  • Page 179: Trailer Towing

    Trailer towing maximum permissible speed is 80 km/h You thereby make use of the braking effect of (100 km/h in exceptional cases). the engine and do not have to brake as often to maintain the speed. This relieves the load on the When towing a trailer, set the tyre pressure brake system and prevents the brakes from for the rear axle of the towing vehicle to...
  • Page 180: Removing

    Trailer towing Turn ball coupling = in the direction of the arrow and remove from ball coupling recess ;. Clean the ball coupling if it is dirty page 261). Store ball coupling = in the stowage com- partment in the footwell on the co-driver's side.
  • Page 181: Lamps

    Trailer towing The trailer lighting is identified as being faulty Decoupling a trailer even though it is in working order. The reason for the malfunction message may be that the cur- WARNING rent has fallen below the minimum of 50 mA. If you uncouple a trailer with an engaged over- To ensure reliable operation of the bulb failure run brake, you could trap your hand between...
  • Page 182: Useful Information

    Instrument cluster You must observe the legal requirements for the Useful information country in which you are currently driving when operating the on-board computer. These Operating Instructions describe all mod- The on-board computer only shows messages els as well as standard and optional equipment and warnings from certain systems.
  • Page 183: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster The display switches off automatically after for vehicles without steering wheel buttons approximately 30 seconds if: under ( page 183) and for vehicles with steer- ing wheel buttons under ( page 186). the key is in position 0 in the ignition lock. In some countries, a warning sounds when the vehicle lighting is not switched on.
  • Page 184: Vehicles With Steering Wheel Buttons

    Instrument cluster Vehicles with steering wheel buttons ® AdBlue gauge Vehicles without steering wheel but- tons Calling up the gauge: Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Press the V or U button repeatedly Calling up the gauge: until the Trip computer menu appears in the display.
  • Page 185: On-Board Computer (Vehicles Without Steering Wheel Buttons)

    On-board computer (vehicles without steering wheel buttons) On-board computer (vehicles without Menus in the on-board computer steering wheel buttons) Overview Operating the on-board computer If you wish to exit a menu and go to the standard display: General notes Press the 4 menu button for longer than The on-board computer is activated as soon as 1 second.
  • Page 186: On-Board Computer (Vehicles With Steering Wheel Buttons)

    1 in the ignition lock. steering wheel buttons and making settings The on-board computer shows vehicle informa- via the AUDIO menu only functions with tion and settings in the display. Mercedes-Benz audio equipment. If you are...
  • Page 187: On-Board Computer (Vehicles With Steering Wheel Buttons)

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) using audio equipment from another manu- facturer, the described functions may be restricted or not available at all. Menu overview Diagrams This is what the displays look like when you scroll through the menus. Generic terms Operation The illustration shows the menus on a vehicle...
  • Page 188: Standard Display

    Controlling the audio equipment using the steering wheel buttons and making settings via the AUDIO menu only functions with Mercedes-Benz audio equipment. If you are Total distance recorder using audio equipment from another manu- facturer, the described functions may be Trip meter restricted or not available at all.
  • Page 189: Navigation

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Route guidance not active You can only store new stations on the audio system itself. See the separate operating instructions. You can also operate the audio equipment in the same way as usual. Operating the CD player Direction of travel The display shows the direction of travel.
  • Page 190 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Vehicle Using the steering wheel buttons Setting permanent SPEEDTRONIC Press the V or U button repeatedly page 159) Settings until the menu appears in the dis- Setting the radio station selection play. Setting the windscreen wiper sensitivity Press the 9 button to switch to the sub- menu selection.
  • Page 191 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Instrument cluster submenu Selecting the unit for distance Selecting the unit for temperature Using the steering wheel buttons Press the V or U button repeatedly Using the steering wheel buttons Settings until the menu appears in the dis- play.
  • Page 192: Vehicles With Steering Wheel But Tons

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Clock/Date submenu Selecting the display for the status bar General notes If your vehicle is equipped with a COMAND APS or Audio 50 APS navigation system, there is no Clock/Date submenu. Your navigation system receives the time from GPS satellites.
  • Page 193: Lighting Submenu

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) 12/24 h Press the 9 button to select the For safety reasons, it is only possible to change this setting when the vehicle is stationary. The function. The selection marker is on the current setting. factory setting is in countries in which con- stant headlamp mode or daytime driving lights...
  • Page 194: Delayed Switch-Off

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) If you switch the surround lighting to On, the fol- If, after switching off the engine, you do not open a door or you close an open door, the lowing lamps light up in the dark after you have unlocked the vehicle using the key: exterior lighting switches off after 60 seconds.
  • Page 195 On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Press the W or X button to select the Using the steering wheel buttons Vehicle submenu. Press the V or U button repeatedly Wipe Press the 9 button to select the Settings until the menu appears in the dis- sens.
  • Page 196: Telephone

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) If you turn the key to position 0 in the igni- Trip computer menu tion lock or remove it, all the values are reset General notes after approximately four hours. The values will not be reset if you turn the key You can call up or reset statistical data for the back to position 1 or 2 during this time.
  • Page 197: Numbers From The Phone Book

    On-board computer (vehicles with steering wheel buttons) Accepting a call Only operate these devices if road traffic con- ditions permit. If you are unsure about the surrounding conditions, pull over to a safe location and make entries only while the vehi- cle is stationary.
  • Page 198: Display Messages

    Display messages Press the 9 or : button to select the When a connection is established, the name desired name. of the other person and/or the call duration appear in the display. To start rapid scrolling: press and hold the To exit the redial memory: press the ~ 9 or : button longer than 1 second.
  • Page 199: Display Messages

    Display messages Vehicles without steering wheel but- Message memory tons The on-board computer detects and shows mes- sages or warnings from certain systems only. Warnings, malfunctions or additional informa- tion may also be shown in the display. The fol- You should therefore make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times.
  • Page 200: Malfunction

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The speed display flashes. LIM km/h The vehicle has exceeded the speed set for variable SPEEDTRONIC or the programmed maximum speed for permanent SPEEDTRONIC, e.g. on a steep downhill gradient (overrun mode). Apply the brakes yourself as required.
  • Page 201 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions AdBLUE ® The yellow Ø AdBlue indicator lamp also lights up and three short warning tones sound. IdLE The displayed distance is the maximum you can drive. ® The AdBlue supply is almost empty. ®...
  • Page 202 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions noSt- ® The yellow Ø AdBlue indicator lamp also flashes and three short warning tones sound. ArtS ® The AdBlue tank is empty. When you switch off the engine, the engine management prevents the engine from being started again.
  • Page 203 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions flashes for 5 seconds; the _ indicator lamp also flashes and then goes out. Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily not operational or Highbeam Assist is malfunctioning. Possible causes are: The camera's functionality is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 204: Safety Systems

    Display messages Display messages on vehicles with steering wheel buttons Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS has been deactivated due to a malfunction. ESP , ASR and BAS, as well as cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC, have also been deacti- Visit workshop vated as a result.
  • Page 205: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ASR or the starting-off aid (on vehicles with manual transmission) has been deactivated due to a malfunction. Visit workshop The engine power output may be reduced. WARNING The driven wheels can spin when accelerating. There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
  • Page 206: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir. WARNING Brake fluid Visit workshop Braking performance can be impaired. There is a risk of an accident. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 207: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® has been deactivated due to a malfunction. Cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC have also been deactivated as a result. Visit workshop Engine power output may be reduced. WARNING ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP will not stabilise the vehicle.
  • Page 208: Lights

    Display messages Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand dipped-beam headlamp is faulty. Halogen headlamps: replace the bulb as soon as possible Dipped beam left page 96). Bi-xenon headlamps: consult a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible. The right-hand dipped-beam headlamp is faulty.
  • Page 209 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The automatic headlamp feature is active: the light switch is in the à position and you have forgotten to remove the key. Lights on automati‐ Remove the key from the ignition lock. cal.
  • Page 210 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand front parking lamp is faulty. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 96). Parking lamp front left The front right parking lamp is faulty. Replace the bulb as soon as possible ( page 96).
  • Page 211: Engine

    Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Exhaust filter: The automatic regeneration of the diesel particle filter is not sufficient or has malfunctioned. Drive at high engine speed. See Drive at an engine speed of above 2000 rpm until the display mes- Owner's Manual.
  • Page 212: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Three short warning tones also sound. AdBlue system mal‐ function. See Oper‐ ® The AdBlue system is malfunctioning. ating Instructions Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Three short warning tones also sound. ¯...
  • Page 213: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel level has fallen into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest filling station ( page 141). Reserve fuel Drive to a filling stat. The water that has collected in the water separator has reached the maximum level.
  • Page 214: Display Message

    Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions _ _ _ The activation conditions for cruise control have not been met. Cr. control You can only activate cruise control from a speed of 30 km/h. Cruise control Cruise control has been deactivated due to a malfunction.
  • Page 215 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keep. Assist and the à indicator lamp lights up yellow. temporarily Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. unavailable Possible causes are: There are no lane markings present. The camera's functionality is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 216: Tyres

    Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tyre press. Adj. The pressure in one or more tyres is too low or there is a significant press. difference between tyre pressures on individual wheels. Check the tyre pressure at the next opportunity and correct it if necessary ( page 277).
  • Page 217: Display Message

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The power assistance for the steering has malfunctioned. You need to Ð steer more forcefully. Steering assistance Carefully continue to a qualified specialist workshop and have the failure steering checked immediately. The battery is not being charged.
  • Page 218: Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are already driving at walking pace, even though the bonnet is not closed. Bonnet open Close the bonnet. You have not yet entered your PIN in the mobile phone. Enter the PIN for the SIM card.
  • Page 219: Warning And Indicator Lamps On The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions à The yellow Lane Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated. Keeping Assist Activate Lane Keeping Assist if required ( page 164). indicator lamp lights up during the journey. Ã...
  • Page 220: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions d The yellow ASR is deactivated. ® ASR/ESP warn- WARNING ing lamp is lit while the engine The driven wheels can spin when accelerating. is running. There is an increased risk of skidding and accidents.
  • Page 221: Operation

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions : The yellow BAS has been deactivated due to a malfunction. ASR/BAS indica- WARNING tor lamp is lit while the engine The brake system continues to function normally, but without elec- is running.
  • Page 222: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ® Ø The yellow ESP The current AdBlue supply is limiting the vehicle range. indicator lamp is Observe the messages in the display. lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 223: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions # The yellow brake The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. pad wear indica- WARNING tor lamp is lit after the engine is star- Braking performance can be impaired. ted or while the There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 224: Reserve Fuel Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions % The yellow cool- The coolant level is too low. ant level warning Do not run the engine if the coolant level is too low. The engine could lamp lights up overheat and become damaged.
  • Page 225: Air Filter Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ; The yellow engine There is a malfunction: diagnostic indica- in the injection control tor lamp is lit up or in the ignition system flashes while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
  • Page 226: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions h The yellow tyre WARNING pressure monitor The tyre pressure monitor indicates a rapid or severe loss of pressure warning lamp in at least one tyre. comes on.
  • Page 227: Indicator Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions b When the key is One of the bulbs in the exterior lighting or on the trailer is faulty. For turned to position trailers with LED bulbs, please observe the notes in the "Bulb failure 2 in the ignition indicator on LED bulbs"...
  • Page 228: Useful Information

    Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Useful information Glove compartment These Operating Instructions describe all mod- els as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fit- ted with all of the described functions.
  • Page 229: Stowage Spaces And Stowage Compartments

    Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Spectacles compartment in the over- head control panel Stowage space (example: co-driver's side) To open: briefly press cover :. The spectacles compartment opens down- wards. To close: press the spectacles compartment into the overhead control panel until it engages.
  • Page 230: Windscreen

    Stowage spaces and stowage compartments On vehicles with a partition, stowage space : Stowage compartment in the centre can only be loaded from the load compartment. console Stowage space above the windscreen A maximum load of 2.5 kg can be placed in both the right and left-hand stowage spaces.
  • Page 231: Bench Seat

    Stowage spaces and stowage compartments Slide the seat cushion under the seat back- rest into rear anchorage ;. Push down on the seat cushion at the front until it engages in front anchorage :. Stowage compartment under the rear bench seat WARNING Always secure the folded-up seat cushion with the retainer loop.
  • Page 232: Cup Holder

    Cup holder stowage area for tools, personal belongings and Cup holders in the dashboard luggage. The stowage compartments on the right and left-hand side under the platform are: protected from splashing water non-rusting lockable Paper holder Cup holder in dashboard stowage compartment (example: right-hand side of vehicle) Cup holder Cup holders in the centre console...
  • Page 233: Bottle Holder

    Ashtray Cup holders in the rear Ashtray Ashtray in the centre console WARNING If you leave the vehicle while the cup holder in the rear is pulled out, you could knock against it. There is a risk of injury. Slide the cup holder back under the rear bench seat before leaving the vehicle.
  • Page 234: Cigarette Lighter

    Mobile phone Cigarette lighter 12 V socket 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 235: Additional Communications Equipment

    Use this device only when the vehicle is sta- not compatible with the Mercedes-Benz tele- tionary. phone system. You can recognise brackets suitable for your mobile phone by the Mercedes Star and by the spare part number B6 on the back.
  • Page 236: Ports

    Please remember, a navigation system does not tion devices which have been recommended supply information on the load-bearing capacity by Mercedes-Benz, you can use all of the of bridges or the overhead clearance of under- functions available, such as the mute func- passes.
  • Page 237: Useful Information

    Loading guidelines Useful information rear bench seat, store it preferably outside the vehicle. These Operating Instructions describe all mod- els as well as standard and optional equipment WARNING of your vehicle that were available at the time of When the permissible wheel loads, axle loads going to print.
  • Page 238: Load Distribution

    Loading guidelines sufficiently secured and could cause damage to equipment are fitted. The maximum payload property. is thus reduced. After an accident, the following must be Observe the notes on load distribution checked at a specialist workshop: page 237). The overall centre of gravity of the load should Load compartment floor always be as low as possible, centred and Load surface...
  • Page 239: Securing Loads

    Securing loads Tyre pressure: adjust the tyre pressure Securing loads according to the vehicle load ( page 275). Important safety notes Handling characteristics: adapt your driv- ing style according to the load being trans- WARNING ported. If you attach the lashing strap incorrectly when securing the load, the following may Load distribution occur in the event of abrupt changes in direc-...
  • Page 240 Lashing points (example: panel van without loading lets. rails) Lashing material tested in accordance with Lashing eyelets current standards (e.g. DIN EN) can be obtained from any specialist firm or Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 241 Securing loads Once you have removed the platform dropsides, you can use the lashing points on the bottom left and right of the cross member. Secure loose loads, in particular on the load sur- face of a platform truck, with an approved lash- ing net or tarpaulin.
  • Page 242: Carrier Systems

    500 km. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carrier systems which have been tes- Example: ladder rack on platform truck ted and approved for Mercedes-Benz. This will Front ladder rack help avoid damage to the vehicle. Rear ladder rack...
  • Page 243: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information If you have to carry out work in the engine compartment: These Operating Instructions describe all mod- switch off the ignition els as well as standard and optional equipment never touch the dangerous areas surround- of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print.
  • Page 244: Opening

    Engine compartment Opening the bonnet Swing the bonnet upwards until support strut = engages and the bonnet is supported. Make sure that the windscreen wipers are not folded away from the windscreen. Other- Closing the bonnet wise, you could damage the windscreen wip- ers or the bonnet.
  • Page 245: Maintenance

    Engine compartment If an oil level reading is still not displayed, check Overview of the engine compartment the engine oil level with the dipstick page 244). Have the engine oil level checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Only check the oil level when the engine is at normal operating temperature.
  • Page 246: Dipstick

    Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the oil dip- Engine oil Top up with the amount of stick oil shown ( page 245). 1.0 litre Check the engine oil level again after a few minutes. Engine oil 1.5 litres Engine oil 2.0 litres Engine oil...
  • Page 247: Topping Up

    Engine compartment Topping up the engine oil WARNING If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- ponents in the engine compartment, it may ignite. There is a risk of fire and injury. Make sure that engine oil does not spill out over the filler neck.
  • Page 248: Topping Up

    WARNING antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor that com- plies with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications If antifreeze comes into contact with hot com- for Service Products. ponents in the engine compartment, it may Replace cap : and turn it clockwise to ignite.
  • Page 249: Topping Up

    Engine compartment Washer fluid Have the brake fluid renewed at the prescri- bed intervals. WARNING If windscreen washer concentrate comes into Brake fluid corrodes paint, plastic and rub- ber. If brake fluid comes into contact with contact with hot components of the engine or paint, plastic or rubber, rinse with water the exhaust system, it can ignite.
  • Page 250: Vehicle Interior

    Vehicle interior drain the fuel filter with the water separator Fuel system immediately. Draining the fuel filter Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have this maintenance work carried out at a quali- WARNING fied specialist workshop. Fuel is highly flammable. Improper handing of Park the vehicle safely and secure it from roll- fuel creates a risk of fire and explosion.
  • Page 251: Maintenance

    Maintenance Do not run the engine for longer than neces- sary when the vehicle is stationary. Before carrying out maintenance measures and repairs, you must read the following documents relating to maintenance measures and repairs: relevant sections of the technical documen- tation such as the operating instructions and workshop information legal stipulations such as work safety regula-...
  • Page 252: Battery

    Battery Additionally, you will see the remaining dis- The service interval display does not provide tance in kilometres (km) or the remaining time information about the engine oil level. The in days (d). service interval display should therefore not be confused with the 5 engine oil level Vehicles with steering wheel buttons display.
  • Page 253 Battery Battery acid is caustic. Avoid con- You could lose control of the vehicle, for tact with the skin, eyes or clothing. example: Wear acid-proof protective gloves. If skin or clothes are splashed with when braking acid, neutralise the splashes imme- in the event of abrupt steering manoeuvres diately with soapy water or an acid and/or when the vehicle's speed is not...
  • Page 254: Disconnecting/Connecting

    There is a mends that you use only batteries that have risk of an accident. been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that These batteries have been tested and they do not get into the driver's footwell.
  • Page 255: Battery

    Battery Switch off all electrical consumers. Make sure that the positive terminal of a Switch off the engine and remove the key connected battery does not come into con- from the ignition lock. tact with vehicle parts. Fit the floor covering ( page 252).
  • Page 256 Battery Carry out the following work after connecting Pull retainer = upwards. the battery: Slide the battery from its anchorage in the direction of travel. Reset the side windows ( page 78). Fold the bar of the battery upwards and Reset the electrical sliding door ( page 70).
  • Page 257: Charging

    Battery Disconnecting the additional battery Carry out the following work after connecting the battery: Switch off the engine and remove the key Reset the side windows ( page 78). from the ignition lock. Then remove the ter- Reset the electrical sliding door ( page 70).
  • Page 258: Care

    Only clean the battery casing with a commer- cially available cleaning product. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. Only this battery charger permits the Care charging of the starter battery in its installed position.
  • Page 259: Care

    In some countries, washing by hand is only Use care products and cleaning agents recom- allowed at specially equipped washing bays. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Observe the legal requirements of the country you are currently in when washing by hand.
  • Page 260: High-Pressure Cleaner

    Care High-pressure cleaning equipment Also observe the information under "High-pres- sure cleaners" ( page 258). WARNING Cleaning the paintwork The water jet from a round-jet nozzle (dirt grinder) can cause damage to tyres, suspen- Do not affix: sion components or air bellows that is not stickers visible from the outside.
  • Page 261: Exterior Lighting

    The vehicle ing with a damp sponge and a mild cleaning can then be parked up. agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo, or with cleaning cloths. If you clean the wheels with a high-pressure cleaner, observe the safety notes for the high- pressure cleaner ( page 258).
  • Page 262: Reversing Camera

    Care Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the sensors Do not use dry, coarse or hard cloths and do not scrub. You will otherwise scratch or dam- age the sensors. If you clean the sensors with a high-pressure cleaner or steam cleaner, observe the infor-...
  • Page 263: Access Step In The Bumper

    Care Access step in the bumper Interior Cleaning the interior Observe the following points when wet cleaning the vehicle interior: Never use a high-pressure cleaner. Make sure that no liquids enter or are left in gaps or cavities. Ensure that there is sufficient ventilation when cleaning.
  • Page 264: Gear Or Selector Lever

    Do not dry the seat belts at products and cleaning agents recommended temperatures above 80 † or in direct sun- and approved by Mercedes-Benz. light. Remove any stains or dirt immediately. This will Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or avoid residue or damage.
  • Page 265: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Stowage compartment in the co-driv- Useful information er's footwell These Operating Instructions describe all mod- els as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that were available at the time of going to print. Country-specific variations are possible.
  • Page 266: First-Aid Kit

    Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Warning triangle and warning lamp Removing the warning triangle and warning lamp Fold stand = out sideways from the bottom. Pull side reflectors ; upwards to form a tri- angle and lock them at the top using press- stud :.
  • Page 267: Flat Tyre

    Jump-starting Take first-aid kit = out of the retainer. Jump-starting Fold the cover up and turn the quick-release Important safety notes fasteners to position 1. The cover is locked. WARNING Check the expiry date on the first-aid kit at During charging and jump-starting, explosive least once a year.
  • Page 268 Jump-starting before attempting to start. This charges the empty battery a little. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch. Make sure that: the jump leads are not damaged. bare parts of the terminal clamp do not come into contact with other metal parts while the jump leads are connected to the battery.
  • Page 269: Tow-Starting And Towing Away

    Tow-starting and towing away You can now switch on the vehicle lights. Have the battery checked at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Tow-starting and towing away Important safety notes WARNING Safety-relevant functions are restricted or not available if: Example: terminal connection diagram Remove the cover from positive terminal ;...
  • Page 270 Tow-starting and towing away Only secure the tow rope or towing bar to Fitting/removing the towing eye the towing eyes. The vehicle may otherwise be damaged. Observe the following points when towing with a tow rope: secure the tow rope on the same side on both vehicles.
  • Page 271: In The Event Of Malfunctions

    Tow-starting and towing away Insert cover : with the lug at the bottom and Towing away with the front or rear press it in at the top until it engages. axle raised Place the towing eye and screwdriver back in the vehicle tool kit.
  • Page 272: Vehicle

    Tow-starting and towing away Towing away vehicles with automatic Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 91). transmission Release the brake pedal. You may tow the vehicle for a maximum dis- Release the parking brake. tance of 50 km. For a towing distance of over Do not exceed a towing speed of 50 km/h and 50 km, the propeller shafts to the driven axles a towing distance of 50 km with the front axle...
  • Page 273: Fuses

    Fuses Tow-starting (emergency engine Fuses starting) The fuse allocation chart and further information Vehicles with automatic transmission on the electric fuses and relays can be found in the "Fuse allocation chart" supplement. Do not tow-start vehicles with automatic transmission. You could otherwise damage the automatic transmission.
  • Page 274: Operation

    Regular wheel and tyre checks Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tyres can cause tyre inflation pres- rectly can impair operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of...
  • Page 275: Winter Operation

    Replace the tyres after 6 years at the latest, for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit regardless of wear. This also applies to the any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tyre pres- spare wheel.
  • Page 276: Snow Chains

    Always observe the maximum permissible Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for speed specified for the M+S tyres you have fit- this type of damage. ted. If you fit M+S tyres that have a lower maximum...
  • Page 277: Tyre Pressure

    Observe the appropriate regulations before fitting snow chains. these tyres by Mercedes-Benz. activate all-wheel drive before driving off with For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- snow chains ( page 168). mends that you only use snow chains that have when driving with snow chains fitted, do not been checked and approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 278 There is a risk of accident. Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tyre valve. Vehicle identification plate (example: panel van) 1‑ Permissible front axle load [kg] WARNING 2‑...
  • Page 279: Tyre Pressure Monitor

    Tyre valves that are not approved for your the recommended tyre pressure ( page 275). vehicle by Mercedes-Benz may result in the The tyre pressure monitor is not able to warn loss of tyre pressure. This may affect road you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. following safety.
  • Page 280: Tyre Pressure Loss Warning Sys Tem

    Tyre pressure Checking the tyre pressure electroni- about 60 seconds and then remains lit. An addi- tional warning tone sounds. cally (vehicles with steering wheel but- The pressure of the tyre concerned is highligh- tons) ted in yellow in the on-board computer page 196).
  • Page 281: Table

    Tyre pressure Restarting the tyre pressure monitor (vehi- Monitor current tyre pressure? cles with steering wheel buttons): Press the W button on the steering wheel. The display shows the following message: Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Tyre press.
  • Page 282 Tyre pressure Tyres/disc wheel Front axle load : 1650 kg 1800 kg 1860 kg Vehicle load Empty Laden Empty Laden 235/65 R 16 C 121/119R 300 kPa 330 kPa 300 kPa 360 kPa (3.0 bar/ (3.3 bar/ (3.0 bar/ (3.6 bar/ 6.5J x 16 ET 62 44 psi) 48 psi)
  • Page 283 Tyre pressure Front axle tyre pressure values: the following tyre pressure values only apply to vehicles with a permissible front axle load : of 2100 kg. Due to the high unladen vehicle weight, only the tyre pressure levels specified for laden vehicles apply for motor caravans. Tyres/disc wheel Front axle load : 2100 kg...
  • Page 284 Tyre pressure Rear axle tyre pressure values, single tyres: the following tyre pressure values only apply to vehicles with single tyres (not Super Single tyres) on the rear axle and a permissible rear axle load ; of 2230 kg, 2250 kg, 2400 kg or 2430 kg. Tyres/disc wheel Rear axle load ;...
  • Page 285 Tyre pressure Rear axle tyre pressure values with twin tyres: the following tyre pressure values only apply to vehicles with twin tyres on the rear axle and a permissible rear axle load ; of 2300 kg or 3200 kg. Tyres/disc wheel Rear axle load ;...
  • Page 286: Flat Tyre

    Changing a wheel Rear axle tyre pressure values with Super Single tyres: the following tyre pressure values only apply to vehicles with Super Single tyres on the rear axle and a permissible rear axle load ; of 2300 kg or 3200 kg. Tyres/disc wheel Rear axle load ;...
  • Page 287: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates its On slight inclines: place chocks or other correct direction of rotation. suitable objects under the wheels on the front and rear axles opposite the wheel to be You may fit the spare wheel against the direction changed.
  • Page 288 Observe the following when raising the vehicle: To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is Hydraulic jack raised.
  • Page 289: Removing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Jacking point, front axle Jacking point, rear axle (example: platform truck up to 3.5 t) Place the jack beneath the jacking point in front of the front axle. Vehicles with all-wheel drive: unscrew jack spindle = anti-clockwise as far as it will go. Jacking point, rear axle (example: platform truck, 5 t) Jacking point at the rear axle on chassis ver-...
  • Page 290: Lowering The Vehicle

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts or wheel nuts Lowering the vehicle which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. WARNING For a steel wheel, only use the short wheel The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts bolts to fit the steel spare wheel.
  • Page 291: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    Tighten the wheel nuts to a tightening torque ous damage cannot always be detected on of 180 Nm. retreaded tyres. As a result, Mercedes-Benz Push the piston on the hydraulic jack in again cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded and close the pressure release screw.
  • Page 292: Spare Wheel

    MO should then be corrected if necessary (Mercedes-Benz Original). You can find this page 275). identification on the tyres themselves and in the the fastenings of the spare wheel bracket following table.
  • Page 293: Spare Wheel

    Spare wheel Fitting bolts anti-clockwise by approximately 20 turns. Carefully place the spare wheel onto spare wheel bracket A. The spare wheel is heavy. When you place the spare wheel onto spare wheel bracket A, the centre of gravity changes due to the weight of the wheel.
  • Page 294 Spare wheel Use wheel wrench C to pull spare wheel D carefully out of spare wheel bracket A. The spare wheel is heavy. When the spare wheel is removed, the centre of gravity changes due to the heavy weight of the wheel. The spare wheel may slip down or tip over.
  • Page 295 Spare wheel Removing Tighten nuts ;. Put wing nuts = in place and tighten them. Loosen wing nuts = manually and then remove them. Loosen nuts ; as far as the thread end. Slightly raise spare wheel bracket ? and unhook left-hand retaining hook :.
  • Page 296: Useful Information

    72/245/EEC. A telephone or two-way radio to be installed in the vehicle must be approved. You can obtain Fitting electrical or electronic equip- further information from any Mercedes-Benz ment Service Centre. When using mobile phones and two-way radios, WARNING Mercedes-Benz recommends connection to an approved exterior aerial.
  • Page 297: Identification Plates

    (VIN) You will recognise the service products and the permissible weight data. approved by Mercedes-Benz by the inscription Vehicle identification plate : may also con- on the container: tain the following data: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 228.5) payload MB Approval (e.g.
  • Page 298: Petrol

    MB Sheet Number (e.g. MB 228.5). If fuel is swallowed, seek immediate medi- They are therefore not necessarily approved by cal attention. Do not induce vomiting. Mercedes-Benz. Change any clothing that has come into Further information can be obtained at any contact with fuel immediately.
  • Page 299: Petrol

    This will prevent malfunctions in the fuel sys- such cases, the additive recommended by tem due to contaminated fuel. Mercedes-Benz should be added by a Mercedes- E10 fuel contains an admixture of up to 10% Benz Service Centre (part number bioethanol.
  • Page 300 Service products and capacities You will damage the diesel engine and the Never refuel with petrol. Never add petrol to diesel particle filter (DPF) if you refuel with the diesel fuel. following diesel fuels: diesel fuel with a sulphur content of more When refuelling, only use diesel fuel that than 50 ppm conforms to the European standard EN 590 or...
  • Page 301: Diesel

    If the vehicle will mainly be used in countries (carbon dioxide) is the gas which scien- with increased water content in the diesel fuel, Mercedes-Benz recommends installing a tists believe to be principally responsible for fuel filter with a water separator. You can global warming (the greenhouse effect).
  • Page 302: Adblue

    Further information about BlueTEC exhaust gas Directive 80/1268/EEC. ® aftertreatment and about AdBlue Data concerning fuel consumption are recorded be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service in the on-board computer; use the steering Centre. wheel buttons to call up the Trip computer Low ambient temperatures menu ( page 194).
  • Page 303: Storage

    For this reason, your vehicle's Specification for Service Products. You will rec- actual consumption figures under normal oper- ognise the Mercedes-Benz approval on the oil ating conditions may differ from the consump- container by the inscription "MB Approval" and tion figures calculated.
  • Page 304: Engine Oil

    Only by using engine oil with a particularly high quality grade, e.g. according to Sheet Number 228.51 of the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Engine oil SAE classification Service Products, can the maximum interval for Viscosity indicates the flow characteristics of a oil change be achieved.
  • Page 305: Notes

    Approximately 11.5 l Use only approved brake fluids that comply with 216 CDI, 311 CDI, 314 CDI, 316 CDI, the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products. Always check for the identification 411 CDI, 414 CDI, 511 CDI, 514 CDI, DOT 4 plus.
  • Page 306: Washer Fluid

    To prevent damage to the engine cooling sys- tem, use only approved corrosion inhibitor/anti- If windscreen washer concentrate comes into freeze that complies with the Mercedes-Benz contact with hot components of the engine or Specifications for Service Products. the exhaust system, it can ignite. There is a Mercedes-Benz recommends corrosion inhibi- risk of fire and injury.
  • Page 307: Vehicle Data

    Lashing eyelets equipment-dependent technical data such as The maximum tensile load of the lashing eyelets vehicle dimensions and vehicle weights. Current technical data can also be found online at: http://www.mercedes-benz.com Lashing eyelets Permissible nomi- nal tensile strength Crewbus 500 daN...
  • Page 308: Ladder Rack

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use roof carrier systems page 235). which have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz. This will help to avoid dam- age. Trailer tow hitch The data is valid for a load distributed evenly General notes over the entire roof area.
  • Page 309: Mounting Dimensions

    Vehicle data Overview of mounting dimensions Version 1 Version 2 Version 3 The permissible weights and loads which cannot be exceeded can also be found: in your vehicle documents and on the identification plates of the trailer tow hitch, trailer and vehicle ( page 295).
  • Page 310 Vehicle data Type of vehicle Wheelbase Dimension Dimension Version 4325 mm Chassis/platform/tipper vehicle with 3250 mm 34 mm 39 mm cab/with crewcab 3665 mm 34 mm 39 mm 3.0 t to 3.5 t 4325 mm 34 mm 39 mm Chassis/platform with cab/crewcab 3665 mm 27 mm 34 mm...
  • Page 311 Legal information Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or sug- gestions you may have regarding these Operat-...
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