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  • Page 1 Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Digitally - via the Internet You will find the Operator's Manual on your Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digitally - as an App The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free in the Apple App Store and on Google Play. Apple ®...
  • Page 2 Blue- instruction that is continued on the next tooth SIG Inc. Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- page. cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Windshield wipers ........ 119 Introduction ......... 26 Protecting the environment ....26 Climate control ......... 123 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....26 Overview of climate control systems ... 123 Operator's Manual ......... 27 Operating the climate control sys- Service and vehicle operation ....27 tems ............
  • Page 5 Contents ASSYST PLUS ........301 Care ............. 302 Breakdown assistance ..... 310 Where will I find...? ......310 Flat tire ..........311 Battery (vehicle) ........316 Jump-starting ........319 Towing and tow-starting ...... 321 Fuses ........... 324 Wheels and tires ....... 327 Important safety notes ......
  • Page 6 Index Adaptive Damping System 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ......179 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..179 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Adaptive Highbeam Assist tion System) Function/notes ......114 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Switching on/off ......115 drive) ..........
  • Page 7: Index

    Hiding a service message ....301 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..222 Resetting the service interval dis- oil temperature (on-board com- play ..........302 puter, Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG Service message ......301 4MATIC) ......... 222 Special service requirements ..302 Overview ........144 ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Problem (malfunction) ....
  • Page 8 Index BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist Display message ......226 (Brake Assist PLUS with Cross- EBD ..........72 Traffic Assist) High-performance brake system ..165 Function/notes ........ 65 Hill start assist ....... 139 Important safety notes ....65 HOLD function ....... 176 Battery (SmartKey) Important safety notes ....
  • Page 9 Mercedes-AMG vehi- departure time (multimedia sys- cles) ............ 222 tem) ..........270 Charge-air pressure (on-board Problem with the rear window computer, Mercedes-Benz C 450 defroster ........129 AMG 4MATIC) ........222 Problems with cooling with air Child dehumidification ......126 Restraint system ......
  • Page 10 Coolant (engine) (Electronic Stability Program) Checking the level ......300 (on-board computer, except for Display message ......238 Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG Filling capacity ....... 361 4MATIC) ......... 218 Important safety notes ....360 Declarations of conformity ....29 Temperature display in the instru- ment cluster ........
  • Page 11 Hiding (on-board computer) ... 225 Introduction ........225 see Doors Driving abroad Lights ..........237 Safety systems ......226 Mercedes-Benz Service ....302 SmartKey ........252 Driving Assistance PLUS package ... 200 Tires ..........247 Driving on flooded roads ....165 Vehicle ........... 249 Driving safety systems Distance recorder ......
  • Page 12 Index AIRMATIC ........178 AMG adaptive sport suspension EASY-ENTRY feature system ........... 179 Function/notes ......106 ATTENTION ASSIST ......195 EASY-EXIT feature Blind Spot Assist ......197 Function/notes ......106 Cruise control ........ 166 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Display message ......241 bution) DISTRONIC PLUS ......
  • Page 13 Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 108 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....222 Setting ........... 108 temperature (on-board computer, Storing settings (memory func- Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG tion) ..........110 4MATIC) ......... 222 Storing the parking position ..109 Entering an address Eyeglasses compartment ....276 see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........
  • Page 14 Display message ......237 Gear indicator (on-board com- Replacing bulbs ......117 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..222 Switching on/off ......113 Gear indicator (on-board com- Hill start assist ........139 puter, Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG HOLD function 4MATIC) ..........222 Activating ........176...
  • Page 15 Index Activation conditions ..... 176 Deactivating ........177 Jack Display message ......244 Using ..........348 Function/notes ......176 Jump starting (engine) ...... 319 General notes ........ 176 Home address see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........265 Key positions Hood SmartKey ........
  • Page 16 ..........83 Locking centrally Seats, steering wheel, exterior see Central locking mirrors ........... 110 Low-beam headlamps Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Display message ......237 360°camera ........191 Replacing bulbs ......117 Active Blind Spot Assist ....200 Switching on/off ......113 Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
  • Page 17 Index Messages see also Digital Operator's Man- see Display messages ual ..........265 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- see Warning and indicator lamps Mirror turn signal cle ............134 Cleaning ......... 306 Mirrors see Exterior mirrors Occupant Classification System see Rear-view mirror (OCS) see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
  • Page 18 Index G-Meter ......... 222 Reversing feature ......94 Panoramic roof Head-up display ......209 Important safety notes ....206 Operating the roller sunblinds ..95 Instrument cluster menu ....221 Parcel net ........... 281 Lights menu ........220 Parking Media menu ........214 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 19 Object detection (function/ notes) ..........191 Switching on/off ......188 QR code Wide-angle function ....... 191 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Rear window blind ......284 Rescue card ........31 Rear window defroster Qualified specialist workshop ... 30 Quick access for audio and tele- Problem (malfunction) ....
  • Page 20 Index Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Rear window ........284 tem) Resetting ......... 96 Important safety notes ....362 Roof carrier ........282 Refueling Roof lining and carpets (cleaning Fuel gauge ........35 guidelines) ......... 309 Important safety notes ....153 Roof load (maximum) ......362 Refueling process ......
  • Page 21 Index Side windows Cleaning the cover ......308 Correct driver's seat position ... 99 Cleaning ......... 305 Important safety notes ....99 Convenience closing feature .... 91 Seat heating ........103 Convenience opening feature ..91 Seat heating problem ....104 Important safety information ...
  • Page 22 Selecting the display unit ....221 Door ..........277 SPORT handling mode Eyeglasses compartment ....276 Activating/deactivating Glove box ........276 (Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG Important safety information ..275 4MATIC) ........... 70 Map pockets ........277 Deactivating/activating Rear ..........277 (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....
  • Page 23 Bar (definition) ....... 345 4MATIC) ......... 222 Changing a wheel ......347 of transmission oil (on-board com- Characteristics ......345 puter, Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG Checking ........328 4MATIC) ......... 222 Curb weight (definition) ....346 Outside temperature ...... 207 Definition of terms ......
  • Page 24 Index Topping up Load index ........344 Load index (definition) ....346 DEF ..........155 Touchpad Maximum load on a tire (defini- tion) ..........346 Changing the station/music Maximum loaded vehicle weight track ..........268 (definition) ........346 Character suggestions ....267 Maximum permissible tire pres- Deleting characters .......
  • Page 25 Index Trip computer (on-board com- Data acquisition ....... 31 puter) ..........211 Display message ......249 Trip odometer Equipment ........27 Individual settings ......217 Calling up ........210 Limited Warranty ......31 Resetting (on-board computer) ..212 Trunk Loading .......... 337 Locking (in an emergency) ....
  • Page 26 Index Windshield washer fluid Check Engine ......... 260 Coolant .......... 260 see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Distance warning ......262 Adding washer fluid ....... 301 ® ..........256 Important safety notes ....361 ® OFF ........258 Windshield wipers Fuel tank ........
  • Page 27: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 266).
  • Page 28: Protecting The Environment

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
  • Page 29: Operator's Manual

    Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.
  • Page 30: Roadside Assistance

    1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or times and you have directly notified Customer Service Center (Canada) at Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contact- repair. ing you in a timely manner should the need arise.
  • Page 31: Operating Safety

    Operating safety Operating safety There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high Important safety notes curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a WARNING curb, speed bumps or a pothole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the underbody or...
  • Page 32: Diagnostics Connection

    Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- essary, contact us at one of the following nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- addresses.
  • Page 33: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card

    National Highway Traffic Safety Administration the vehicle's operating state (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz incidents USA, LLC. malfunctions If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may...
  • Page 34: Event Data Recorders

    EDR is commercially available, uations, and the location of the vehicle may be Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- disclaims any and all liability arising from the tem.
  • Page 35: Information On Copyright

    Information on copyright Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource...
  • Page 36: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Electric parking brake Diagnostics connection Combination switch Opens the hood Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Control panel for: DIRECT SELECT lever Activating Steering Assist Switching on Active Lane Climate control systems Keeping Assist Overhead control panel Deactivating PARKTRONIC...
  • Page 37 J Canada only 6 Restraint system M SPORT handling mode ü Seat belts (Mercedes-AMG and K High-beam headlamps Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG L Low-beam headlamps 4MATIC) T Parking lamps é RBS (recuperative brake system) (see separate R Rear fog lamp...
  • Page 38: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...
  • Page 39: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Climate control systems Analog clock £ Hazard warning lamps Õ Media button; see Dig- ital Operator's Manual Ø Vehicle functions/ system settings button; see $ Radio button; see Digi- Digital Operator's Manual tal Operator's Manual % Telephone button;...
  • Page 40 Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Stowage compartment with Media Interface Ashtray Cigarette lighter è ECO start/stop func- Socket tion Cup holder É Sets the vehicle level Adjusts the volume DYNAMIC SELECT switch Ü...
  • Page 41 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Ashtray å Activates/deactivates ® Cigarette lighter M Activates/deactivates Socket SPORT handling mode Cup holder AMG adaptive sport suspen- Adjusts the volume sion system (suspension set- Vehicles with AMG Perform- ting) ance exhaust system: Manual gearshifting (perma-...
  • Page 42: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Rear-view mirror reading lamp on/off Automatic anti-glare Manual anti-glare | Switches the automatic interior lighting control Buttons for the garage door on/off opener G SOS button Microphone for mbrace (emergency call system), c Switches the front inte-...
  • Page 43: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = 7Zª\ Stores settings for the seat, Adjusts and folds the exterior exterior mirrors and steering mirrors in/out electrically column W Opens/closes the right Adjusts the seats electrically side window c Seat heating W Opens/closes the rear...
  • Page 44: Panic Alarm

    Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: The components of the restraint system work in conjunction with each other. They can only for further information contact our Customer...
  • Page 45: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 46 Mercedes-Benz vehi- cle. The child restraint system must be appro- WARNING priate to the age, weight and size of the child...
  • Page 47 Only use seat belts that have been approved for If you have such items located on or in your your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. clothing, e.g. pens, keys or eyeglasses, store AMG Performance seat: this seat is designed these in a suitable place.
  • Page 48: Seat Belt Adjustment

    Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts Seat belt for the center rear seat Observe the safety notes on the seat belt If the left-hand rear seat backrest is folded down page 44) and the notes on correct use of seat and back up again, the rear center seat belt may belts ( page 45).
  • Page 49: Air Bags

    Occupant safety continuously or flash. In addition, there may be could even cause additional injury when a warning tone. deployed. This poses an increased risk of Regardless of whether the driver's seat belt has injury or even fatal injury. already been fastened, the 7 seat belt warn- To avoid hazardous situations, always make ing lamp lights up for six seconds each time the sure that all of the vehicle's occupants:...
  • Page 50: Front Air Bags

    Occupant safety passenger front air bag is deactivated eling carried out at a qualified specialist work- page 43). shop. Always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant Classification System Front air bags (OCS)" ( page 50) and on "Children in the vehicle"...
  • Page 51: Side Impact Air Bags

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
  • Page 52: Occupant Classification System

    Occupant safety Occupant Classification System opera- Occupant Classification System tion (OCS) (OCS) Introduction The Occupant Classification System (OCS) cat- egorizes the person in the front-passenger seat. Depending on that result, the front-passenger front air bag is either enabled or deactivated. The system does not deactivate: the side impact air bag the window curtain air bag...
  • Page 53 Occupant safety WARNING WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator If you secure a child in a forward-facing child lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is restraint system on the front-passenger seat disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of and you position the front-passenger seat too an accident and cannot perform its intended close to the dashboard, in the event of an...
  • Page 54 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if the person is sitting too close to the dash- for this purpose. board. This poses an increased risk of injury or If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the even fatal injury.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not facing child restraint system must, as far as install a child restraint system on the front- possible, be resting on the backrest of the passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- front-passenger seat.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the front- on the front-passenger seat are met ( page 50).
  • Page 57 Occupant safety and to have any malfunctioning air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags triggered, if: continue to perform their protective function for the ignition is switched on the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety sive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do How the air bag system works is determined they provide an indication of air bag deploy- by the severity of the accident detected, ment. especially the vehicle deceleration or accel- eration and the apparent type of accident: The vehicle can be deformed considerably, with- out an air bag being deployed.
  • Page 59: Children In The Vehicle

    Accident statistics show that children secured imminent head-on or rear-end collision. in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install...
  • Page 60: Special Seat Belt Retractor

    Never leave children unattended in vehicle: the vehicle. always secure the child in a child restraint system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have The child restraint system must be appropri- their seat belts fastened correctly and are sitting ate to the age, weight and size of the child properly.
  • Page 61: Child Restraint System

    Replace child restraint systems which have correct child restraint system from any author- been damaged or subjected to a load in an ized Mercedes-Benz Center. accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- WARNING ing systems on the child restraint system...
  • Page 62 Children in the vehicle All child restraint systems must meet the fol- lowing standards: U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2 Confirmation that the child restraint system cor- responds to the standards can be found on an instruction label on the child restraint system.
  • Page 63 Top Tether anchorage points = are installed in in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, the rear compartment behind the outer head Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install restraints on the parcel shelf. the child restraint system on a rear seat.
  • Page 64 Children in the vehicle Always observe the child restraint system man- Override feature for: ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- the rear doors ( page 63) tions. the rear side windows ( page 63) Forward-facing child restraint system WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- If it is absolutely necessary to install a forward- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: facing child restraint system on the front-...
  • Page 65: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...
  • Page 66 Driving safety systems Important safety notes tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- ding and accidents. If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme- inattentive, the driving safety systems can nei- ther reduce the risk of an accident nor override diately at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 67 Driving safety systems Braking Important safety notes Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until WARNING the emergency braking situation is over. BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify ABS prevents the wheels from locking. objects and complex traffic situations. The brakes will function as usual once you In such cases, BAS PLUS may: release the brake pedal.
  • Page 68 Driving safety systems a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can react to: vehicles quickly move into the radar sensor system detection range stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, Recognition by the camera system is also e.g.
  • Page 69: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- In particular, the detection of obstacles can be tion for driving safety systems ( page 64). impaired if: WARNING there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors The distance warning function does not react: there is snow or heavy rain...
  • Page 70 Driving safety systems that are in the path of your vehicle for an exten- Up to a speed of approximately 155 mph ded period of time. (250 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist is capable of reacting to moving objects that have already Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph been detected as such at least once over the (70 km/h), the distance warning function can...
  • Page 71 Driving safety systems WARNING Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake. ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further driv- Due to the nature of the system, particularly ing safety systems are deactivated.
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP (except ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC, ® If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ® start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems ® To deactivate ESP : press button : until ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- ® the å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up in bed in the following. the instrument cluster. The ÷ message appears on the mul- Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an tifunction display.
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems Important safety notes ® trailer stabilization ® Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP is deac- General information tivated or disabled because of a malfunction. ® trailer stabilization is not available in Mercedes-AMG vehicles. EBD (electronic brake force distribu- If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to tion) ®...
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems Pay attention to the important safety notes Always pay particular attention to the traffic in the "Driving safety systems" section situation and be ready to brake, especially if page 64). ® PRE-SAFE Brake warns you. Terminate the ®...
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph impaired in the event of: ® (70 km/h), PRE-SAFE Brake can also detect: dirt on the camera or if the camera is covered stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, e.g.
  • Page 77: Protection Against Theft

    (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- The alarm is stopped. tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 78 Protection against theft The emergency call system sends a message or establishes a data connection provided that: you have subscribed to the mbrace service. the mbrace service has been activated properly. the necessary mobile phone network is available.
  • Page 79: Smartkey

    SmartKey Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do SmartKey not keep the SmartKey on the parcel shelf or in Important safety notes the trunk. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using WARNING the Start/Stop button. A brief radio connection between the vehicle If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, and the SmartKey determines whether a valid...
  • Page 80 SmartKey multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual. You will receive visual and acoustic locking con- firmation if all components were able to be locked. When the locator lighting is activated via the multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey;...
  • Page 81: Mechanical Key

    SmartKey KEYLESS-GO start function Mechanical key General notes General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by If the vehicle can no longer be locked or any of the vehicle occupants if there is a Smart- unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, Key in the vehicle ( page 137).
  • Page 82 Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the tery compartment cover : opens. Do not batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- hold battery compartment cover : closed shop.
  • Page 83 SmartKey Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey palm until battery = falls out. page 79). Insert the new battery with the positive ter- Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to the vehicle.
  • Page 84 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con- trol function: Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( page 84).
  • Page 85: Doors

    Doors To unlock and open a front door: pull door Doors handle ;. Important safety notes If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and opens. WARNING To unlock a rear door: pull rear door handle. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, The locking knob on the rear door pops up and they could:...
  • Page 86 Doors If a locked door is opened from the inside, the Locking/unlocking the driver's door previous unlock status of the vehicle will be with the mechanical key taken into consideration if: If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using the vehicle was locked using the locking but- the mechanical key, begin by pressing the ton for the central locking, or...
  • Page 87: Trunk

    Trunk object blocks or restricts the trunk lid when Trunk automatically opening, this procedure is stop- ped. If a solid object blocks or restricts the trunk Important safety notes lid when automatically closing, the trunk lid opens again automatically. The automatic WARNING obstacle detection with reversing feature is only Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust...
  • Page 88: Opening Automatically

    Trunk Press the F button on the SmartKey. WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust Pull handle :. gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust The trunk lid opens. gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, Closing especially if the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 89 Trunk Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing fea- Observe the following points: ture and KEYLESS-GO: when the driver's door Carry your KEYLESS-GO key about your per- is closed you can simultaneously close the trunk son. The KEYLESS-GO key must be in the rear lid and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 90 Trunk Operation Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
  • Page 91 Side windows Opening and closing Deactivating the function to lock the trunk sep- arately: Open the glove box. Push the switch to position ;. If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk will also be unlocked. Emergency release for the trunk You can unlock the trunk lid from the inside with the emergency release button.
  • Page 92 Side windows body becomes trapped, release the switch or someone becomes trapped, press the switch pull the switch to close the side window again. to open the side window again. WARNING Opening and closing the side win- While closing the side windows, body parts in dows the closing area could become trapped.
  • Page 93: Side Windows

    Side windows When the override feature for the side windows Convenience closing feature is activated, the side windows cannot be oper- ated from the rear ( page 63). Important safety notes Information on opening and closing the roller WARNING sunblinds on the rear side windows page 284).
  • Page 94: Resetting The Side Windows

    Side windows Using KEYLESS-GO surface : on the door handle again until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof with The driver's door and the door at which the han- power tilt/sliding panel close. dle is used, must both be closed. The SmartKey To interrupt convenience closing:release must be outside the vehicle.
  • Page 95: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly: see the cause.
  • Page 96 Sliding sunroof Operating the sliding sunroof the sweep of the sliding sunroof whilst the vehicle is in motion. Opening and closing If somebody becomes trapped, immediately pull back the sliding sunroof switch. The slid- ing sunroof lifts during opening. Sliding sunroof reversing feature Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/slid- ing panel.
  • Page 97 If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel makes contact with a Operating the panorama roof with roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the power tilt/sliding panel sunroof will lower slightly but remain raised at the rear.
  • Page 98 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the roller sun- If somebody becomes trapped: blinds release the switch immediately, or during automatic operation, push the switch briefly in any direction The opening or closing procedure will be stop- ped. The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior from sunlight.
  • Page 99 Sliding sunroof Keep the 3 switch pulled for an additional second. Pull the 3 switch several times in the direction of arrow : until the roller sunblinds are closed. Keep the 3 switch pulled for an additional second. Make sure that the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel and the roller sunblinds can be fully opened and closed again.
  • Page 100 Sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The sliding sunroof or If the sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is panorama roof with obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly: power tilt/sliding panel Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to the cannot be closed and point of resistance until the sliding sunroof or panorama roof with you cannot see the...
  • Page 101: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area the following while driving: Further related subjects:...
  • Page 102 Seats WARNING of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking. The seat belt does not offer the intended level Always drive with the head restraints instal- of protection if you have not moved the back- led.
  • Page 103: Adjusting The Head Restraints

    Seats Adjusting the seats electrically Seat cushion angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Adjusting the head restraints Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors Electrically adjustable seats with memory fasten the seat belt function...
  • Page 104 Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Adjusting the height of the head manually restraints electrically To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for the head restraint adjustment page 101) up or down in the direction of the arrow. Vehicles with AMG Performance seat: the height of the head restraints cannot be adjusted.
  • Page 105 Seats Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Switching the seat heating on/off Switching on/off WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot. The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high tempera- tures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries.
  • Page 106 Steering wheel Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the Switching the seat ventilation on/off ignition lock ( page 135). Switching on/off To switch on:press button : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.
  • Page 107: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel man- Further related subjects: ually EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 106) Storing settings ( page 110) Steering wheel heating Switching on/off Release lever Adjusts the steering wheel height Adjusts the steering wheel position (fore- and-aft adjustment) Push release lever : down completely.
  • Page 108 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ing has switched off pre- ers are switched on. maturely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the switched on.
  • Page 109: Mirrors

    Mirrors Position of the steering wheel for driv- Anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare lever : for- wards or back. The steering wheel is moved to the last selected position when: Exterior mirrors the driver's door is closed and you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock Important safety notes you close the driver's door when the ignition...
  • Page 110 Mirrors Exterior mirror on the driver's side: press but- ror Folding function in the multimedia sys- ton =. tem. The indicator lamp lights up in the button that Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the has been pressed. ignition lock ( page 135).
  • Page 111: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Storing using reverse gear If you come into contact with the electrolyte, observe the following: Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin immediately with water. Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of your eyes thoroughly with clean water. If the electrolyte is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly.
  • Page 112: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- When leaving the vehicle, always take the ting SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 135).
  • Page 113 Memory function Seat Steering wheel Exterior mirrors Head-up Display If you release the memory position switch, the seat, steering wheel and mirror setting functions stop immediately. The Head-up Dis- play continues to be adjusted.
  • Page 114 Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode Exterior lighting WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- USA only: if you wish to drive during the daytime beam headlamps may not be switched on without lights, switch off the Daytime Run‐...
  • Page 115: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting When the engine is running and the vehicle is To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the stationary: if you move the selector lever from a SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or driving position to P, the daytime running lamps start the engine.
  • Page 116: Cornering Light Function

    Exterior lighting switch on a turn signal lamp using the com- High-beam flasher bination switch, only the turn signal lamp on Turn signal, left the corresponding side of the vehicle will To indicate briefly: press the combination flash. switch briefly to the pressure point in the The hazard warning lamps switch on automati- direction of arrow ;...
  • Page 117: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Important safety notes If you are driving at speeds above approx- imately 19 mph (30 km/h) and no other road WARNING users are detected: The high-beam headlamps are switched on Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize automatically. The K indicator lamp on the road users: instrument cluster also lights up.
  • Page 118 Replacing bulbs Control panel in the grab handle (rear Replacing bulbs compartment) Important safety notes WARNING Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot when operating. If you change a bulb, you could burn yourself on these components. There is a risk of injury. Allow these components to cool down before changing a bulb.
  • Page 119: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Overview of bulb types Replacing front bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb type can be found in the legend. Low-beam headlamps Halogen headlamps Switch off the lights. Low-beam headlamp: H7 55 W Open the hood.
  • Page 120 Replacing bulbs Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise. To remove: switch off the lights. Press on housing cover : and turn it clock- Turn the front wheels inwards. wise. Turn rotary knob : 180° outwards until it stops using a suitable object. Cover ;...
  • Page 121: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers if wiping takes place when the windshield is dry. If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers. If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, wax or other resi- dues may be the reason for this.
  • Page 122 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have direction of arrow : away from the wiper arm the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- as far as it will go.
  • Page 123 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Slide the catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. Make sure that the wiper blade is seated cor- rectly. Fold the wiper arm back onto the windshield. Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper arm in the direction of arrow :.
  • Page 124 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, are obstructing windshield wiper move- are jammed. ment. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. or, on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS‑GO start function: Open the driver's door.
  • Page 125: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most particles of Overview of climate control systems dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous pollutants and odors. A General notes clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied Observe the settings recommended on the fol- to the vehicle interior.
  • Page 126 Overview of climate control systems Sets the airflow ( page 127) Switches off climate control ( page 125) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 126) Defrosts the windshield ( page 128) Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system ( page 270) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 129)
  • Page 127 Operating the climate control systems Display Sets the airflow ( page 127) If you have selected drive program C, S or S+, Optimum use of automatic climate the current climate settings are maintained. control Optimum use of the automatic climate ECO start/stop function control During automatic engine switch-off, the climate...
  • Page 128 Operating the climate control systems Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly.
  • Page 129: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems In automatic mode you can select the following Only change the temperature setting in small airflow settings for the driver's and front- increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 †). passenger areas: The set temperature appears on the rear- compartment display.
  • Page 130 Operating the climate control systems climate control. You can set the airflow sepa- Defrosting the windshield rately for the front and rear compartment. General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 135). You can use this function to defrost the wind- To increase or reduce: press the upper or shield or to clear a fogged up windshield or front lower section of the K or I rocker...
  • Page 131 Operating the climate control systems as the rear window is clear. Otherwise, the rear You should only select this setting until the window defroster switches off automatically windshield is clear again. after several minutes. If the battery voltage is too low, the rear window Windows fogged up on the outside defroster may switch off.
  • Page 132: Perfume Atomizer

    Operating the climate control systems To deactivate: press the g rocker switch To deactivate: press the ! rocker switch up or down. up or down. The indicator lamp above the g rocker The indicator lamp above the ! rocker switch goes out. switch goes out.
  • Page 133 If you refill an empty perfume vial, observe the separate information sheet attached to the vial. If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- ers' safety notices on the perfume packaging. Do not refill the pre-filled perfume vial when it is empty.
  • Page 134: Air Vents

    Air vents Problems with the perfume atomizer Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle interior is not The perfume vial has not been pushed into the holder as far as it will perfumed although the perfume atomizer is acti- Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go.
  • Page 135 Air vents Side air vent, left Control for left side air vent To open or close: turn control = to the counter-clockwise or clockwise as far as it will To adjust the air direction: hold side air vent ; by control = and move it up or down or to the left or right.
  • Page 136: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle

    Driving Always observe the maximum permissible Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle speed. Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving Self-locking rear axle differential safety systems adjusts automatically while a (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) certain distance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.
  • Page 137 Driving SmartKey positions WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, SmartKey safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake.
  • Page 138 Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the If Start/Stop button : has not yet been SmartKey: pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition. the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the To switch on the power supply: press ignition lock.
  • Page 139 Driving General notes Starting the engine Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the catalytic Important safety notes converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the engine may WARNING change during this time. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Automatic transmission open the doors, thus endangering other...
  • Page 140: Pulling Away

    Driving into the ignition lock. The Start/Stop button the doors are closed and locked must be inserted in the ignition lock and the the windows and sliding sunroof are closed SmartKey must be in the vehicle. This mode for Also make sure that: starting the engine operates independently of the fuel tank is sufficiently filled the ECO start/stop automatic engine start func-...
  • Page 141: Hill Start Assist

    Driving Important safety notes the DIRECT SELECT lever can still be moved but the parking lock remains engaged. WARNING Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds If the engine is switched off automatically and after a cold start. This helps the catalytic con- you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted verter to reach its operating temperature more quickly.
  • Page 142 Driving the system detects that the windshield is not Shifting the transmission to position P does not fogged up when the air-conditioning system is start the engine. switched on. the hood is closed. Deactivating or activating the ECO the driver's door is closed and the driver's start/stop function seat belt is fastened.
  • Page 143 Mercedes-AMG vehicles: multimedia sys- start/stop function. If you press ECO button :, the ECO start/stop function is activated. AMG performance exhaust system can be selected (Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) You can choose between different AMG Per- formance exhaust system volumes using the position of the exhaust flap.
  • Page 144 Driving Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again: Turn the SmartKey back to position 0 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 145: Dynamic Select Switch

    DYNAMIC SELECT switch Selecting the drive program DYNAMIC SELECT switch Hybrid vehicles Observe the notes on the DYNAMIC SELECT switch in the separate operating instructions. Mercedes-AMG vehicles General information Select the drive program using the DYNAMIC SELECT switch. Available drive programs: Press DYNAMIC SELECT switch : forwards or backwards until the desired drive program RACE...
  • Page 146: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Available drive programs: If you switch to drive program I, all stored char- acteristics will be accepted. This is also the case I Individual Individual settings if you have previously pressed one of buttons : - A. S+ Sport Plus Particularly sporty driving characteristics All other models...
  • Page 147 Automatic transmission PLUS is activated. Observe the information on DIRECT SELECT lever the HOLD function ( page 177) and on DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 171). Overview of transmission positions Engaging reverse gear R Only shift the automatic transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 148 Automatic transmission If you switch the engine off with the transmis- sion in position R or D, the automatic transmis- sion shifts to N automatically. With the SmartKey: if you then open the driv- er's door or the front-passenger door or remove the SmartKey from the ignition, the automatic transmission shifts to P automatically.
  • Page 149: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- This prevents the vehicle from rolling matic transmission could be dam- away when stopped. aged. Only shift the transmission into posi- No power is transmitted from the tion P when the vehicle is stationary engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 150 Automatic transmission reduces load change reactions and is conducive you switch to drive program RACE to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by (S‑MODEL), S+ or S ( page 143). the double-clutch function depends on the drive you activate manual gearshifting program selected.
  • Page 151 Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles Drive program S (Sport) Drive program S is characterized by the follow- Drive program RACE (S‑MODEL) ing: The RACE drive program is characterized by the the vehicle exhibits sporty driving character- following: istics. the vehicle exhibits driving characteristics the vehicle pulls away in first gear.
  • Page 152 Automatic transmission Drive program S (Sport) Manual gear shifting Drive program S is characterized by the follow- General notes ing: the vehicle exhibits sporty driving character- You can change gear yourself using the steering istics. wheel paddle shifters. The transmission must be in position D.
  • Page 153: Shift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission Use the DYNAMIC SELECT switch to change the drive program. Permanent setting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles and Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC) To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle shifter ;. The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear.
  • Page 154 Automatic transmission Upshifting (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) When message : appears in the multifunc- tion display, pull on the right-hand steering The automatic transmission does not shift wheel paddle shifter. up automatically even when the engine limit- ing speed for the current gear is reached. Kickdown When the engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine...
  • Page 155: Refueling

    Refueling ® Since ESP engages automatically, the igni- If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- tion must be switched off (the SmartKey or tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- Start/Stop button must be in position 0 or 1) ing. Immediately change out of clothing which the electric parking brake is being tested has come into contact with fuel.
  • Page 156 Refueling Take care not to spill any fuel on painted Tire pressure table surfaces. You could otherwise damage the Instruction label for fuel type to be refueled paintwork. Switch off the engine. Use a filter when adding fuel from a fuel can. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 157 Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
  • Page 158 DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact an may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with any treatment system. questions or, if necessary, contact Roadside The vehicle must be parked on level ground Assistance ( page 28).
  • Page 159 Refueling To avoid transporting already opened refill con- tainers in the vehicle, completely empty refill bottles or canisters when filling the DEF tank, if possible. For further information on DEF, see page 359). Opening/closing the DEF filler cap Unscrew the cap from the opening on top of DEF refill canister ;.
  • Page 160 Benz offers a special disposable hose with over- fill protection. You can obtain this from any Important safety notes authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF is avail- able in a variety of containers and receptacles. WARNING Only use the disposable hose with the Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Mercedes-Benz DEF refill canisters.
  • Page 161: Parking

    Parking Depress the brake pedal and keep it Switching off the engine depressed. Important safety notes Shift to neutral N. Release the brake pedal. WARNING Release the electric parking brake. The automatic transmission switches to neu- Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey tral position N when you switch off the engine.
  • Page 162 Parking switched off. The sounds that can be heard while The electric parking brake is also engaged auto- this is occurring are normal. matically if: DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a Applying or releasing manually standstill or the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- tionary Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle stationary...
  • Page 163: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Emergency braking for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably The vehicle can also be braked during an emer- more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk gency by using the electric parking brake. of an accident.
  • Page 164: Drinking And Driving

    Always have work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
  • Page 165 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with In addition to driving style, the actual consump- an inner and outer area. The sections corre- tion is affected by other factors, such as: spond to the following three categories: load tire pressure Acceleration (evaluation of all accel-...
  • Page 166: Wet Roads

    This type of damage Carefully depress the brake pedal and the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- beginning and end of a journey. ranty. Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead.
  • Page 167 Compensate for brake pads/linings that have been approved this by applying greater force to the brake pedal. by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent Keep this in mind, and adapt your driving and standard of quality braking accordingly during this break-in period.
  • Page 168: Winter Driving

    If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the stone on the path towards autonomous driving.
  • Page 169: Driving Systems

    Driving systems speed, for braking in good time and for staying in Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. lane. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or Do not use cruise control: down ;. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. in road and traffic conditions which do not Cruise control is activated.
  • Page 170 Driving systems the cruise control lever up : or down ; to Change into a lower gear in good time on long the pressure point. and steep downhill gradients. This is especially Every time the cruise control lever is pressed important if the vehicle is laden.
  • Page 171: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Important safety notes DISTRONIC PLUS can neither reduce the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your driving style WARNING nor override the laws of physics. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take account of road, weather and DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: traffic conditions.
  • Page 172 Driving systems Cruise control lever Activating Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ? or push it up : or down ;. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The vehicle adapts its speed to that of the vehicle in front, but only up to the desired stored speed.
  • Page 173 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS When you change lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS mon- itors the left lane (on left-hand-drive vehicles) or the right lane (on right-hand-drive vehicles). Pulling away and driving If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC Stopping PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal.
  • Page 174 Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated when the vehicle is stationary and: a system malfunction occurs. the power supply is not sufficient. If a malfunction occurs, the transmission may also shift into position P automatically. Setting a speed Push the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ;...
  • Page 175 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS Displays in the assistance graphic Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deac- There are several ways to deactivate tivated DISTRONIC PLUS: Vehicle in front, if detected Briefly push the cruise control lever for- Distance indicator, current distance to the wards :.
  • Page 176 Driving systems Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot helps you keep the vehicle in the center of the lane by means of moderate steer- General notes ing interventions in a speed range from Pay particular attention in the following traffic 0–125 mph (0–200 km/h).
  • Page 177 Driving systems vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not leave appears in the multifunction display. If you have the lane. still not started to steer and have not taken hold of the steering wheel after five seconds at the The system may be impaired or may not function latest, a warning tone also sounds to remind you to take control of the vehicle.
  • Page 178 Driving systems the multifunction display. Steering Assist and To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Stop&Go Pilot are deactivated. DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the following or similar situations: When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated or not available, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are when towing the vehicle deactivated automatically.
  • Page 179 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function is an increased risk of skidding and having an accident. Make sure that no persons, animals The HOLD function is deactivated automatically or obstacles are within range of the vehicle. you accelerate and the transmission is in Observe the safety notes on driving safety position D or R.
  • Page 180 Driving systems To cancel: pull the left steering wheel paddle laden vehicle. When you drive fast, the vehicle is shifter ( page 150). lowered automatically to improve driving safety and to reduce fuel consumption. There is also the option to manually adjust the vehicle level. To confirm: pull the right steering wheel pad- AIRMATIC consists of level setting, level control dle shifter (...
  • Page 181: Suspension Tuning

    Driving systems If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Comfort tuning In the E and Cdrive programs, the driving char- Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicle is acteristics of your vehicle are more comforta- raised by 0.6 in (15 mm) compared to the ble.
  • Page 182 Driving systems Sport mode Press button : repeatedly until indicator lamps ; and = go out. You have selected Comfort mode. AMG Suspension System COMFORT mes- sage appears in the multifunction display. 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) 4MATIC ensures permanent drive for all four ®...
  • Page 183 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a replace- ment for your attention to your immediate sur- roundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space. When maneuvering, parking or pulling out of a parking space, make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuvering.
  • Page 184 Driving systems Warning displays From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an inter- mittent warning tone for approximately two seconds. seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance.
  • Page 185: Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.
  • Page 186: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 182) warning messages during the two parking spaces are located directly next parking procedure.
  • Page 187 Driving systems that are parallel to the direction of travel and When PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehi- Active Parking Assist brakes automatically during the parking process. You are respon- sible for braking in good time. that are at right angles to the direction of travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) wider than Stop the vehicle when the parking space sym-...
  • Page 188 Driving systems Park Assist Active Select R Observe If PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, Active Surroundings message appears in the multi- Parking Assist brakes automatically whilst the function display. vehicle exits the parking space. You are responsible for braking in good time. As soon as the parking procedure is complete, Park Assist Switched Off message...
  • Page 189 Driving systems the steering before the vehicle has exited the Rear view camera parking space completely. This is useful if you recognize that it is already possible to pull out of General notes the parking space. Canceling Active Parking Assist Stop the movement of the multifunction steering wheel or steer yourself.
  • Page 190 Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Objects not at ground level may appear to Observe the notes on cleaning be further away than they actually are, e.g.: page 307) the bumper of a parked vehicle if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this the drawbar of a trailer event, have the camera position and setting the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch...
  • Page 191 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Bumper Red guide line at a distance of approximately Backing up straight into a parking space 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle without turning the steering wheel When the transmission is shifted to position R, guidelines appear in the camera image.
  • Page 192 Driving systems Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle White guide line at current steering wheel angle Parking space marking Parking space marking Turn the steering wheel to the center position Yellow guide line for the vehicle width while the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 193: Object Detection

    Driving systems "Wide-angle" function The cameras cover the immediate surroundings of the vehicle. The system supports you, for example when parking or if vision is restricted at an exit. You can show images from the 360° camera in full-screen mode or in six different split-screen views on the multimedia system.
  • Page 194 Driving systems Activation conditions make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuver- The image from the 360° camera appears if: ing. the multimedia system is switched on You are always responsible for safety, and must always pay attention to your surroundings when 360°...
  • Page 195 Driving systems see the top view of the vehicle and the image Top view with picture from the rear view from the rear view camera. camera Selecting the split-screen view or full screen mode Switching between split screen views: To switch to the line with the vehicle icons: slide 5 the controller.
  • Page 196 Driving systems Top view with picture from the front cam- Top view with image from the side cam- eras Symbol for the split screen setting with top Symbol for the top view and forward-facing view and front camera image side camera setting Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Yellow guide line for the vehicle width imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the front of the...
  • Page 197 Driving systems Exiting 360° camera display mode The ATTENTION ASSIST tiredness assessment is deleted and restarted when continuing the The 360° camera display is stopped: journey, if: when you select transmission position P or you switch off the engine when you are driving at moderate speeds you take off your seat belt and open the driv- The view that was active before the 360°...
  • Page 198: Instrument Cluster Display

    Driving systems Assist is adapted accordingly and the driver is (e.g. near roadworks) are not detected. There is warned earlier. also no display for changing traffic signs. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the Traffic signs with a restriction indicated by an é...
  • Page 199 Driving systems Speed limit with unknown restriction Important safety notes WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to: vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area vehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations.
  • Page 200: Collision Warning

    Driving systems there are narrow vehicles, e.g. motorcycles or Warning lamp bicycles the road has very wide lanes the road has narrow lanes you are not driving in the middle of the lane there are barriers or similar lane borders Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated.
  • Page 201: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Display in the assistance graphic Important safety notes WARNING Lane Keeping Assist may not always clearly recognize lane markings. In this case, Lane Keeping Assist may: give an unnecessary warning not give a warning There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and stay in lane, in particular if warned by Lane Keeping Assist.
  • Page 202 Driving systems Adaptive the distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detec- When Adaptive is selected, no warning vibra- tion occurs if: the lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes you switch on the turn signals. In this event, branch off, cross one another or merge the warnings are suppressed for a certain the road is narrow and winding...
  • Page 203 Driving systems Assist evaluates the space in the direction of Radar sensors travel and at the sides of the vehicle. For this, The Active Blind Spot Assist radar sensors are Active Blind Spot Assist uses the forward-facing integrated into the front and rear bumpers and radar sensors.
  • Page 204 Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect narrow vehicles, such as motorcycles or bicycles, or may only detect them too late. If the lanes are narrow, vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not driv- ing in the middle of their lane.
  • Page 205: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems recting brake application may be interrupted at different areas to the front, rear and side of your any time by countersteering slightly or acceler- vehicle are also monitored with the aid of the ating. radar sensor system. Active Lane Keeping Assist detects lane markings on the road and The course-correcting brake application is avail- can warn you before you leave your lane unin-...
  • Page 206 Driving systems the windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicin- ity of the camera the radar sensors in the front or rear bumpers or the radiator trim are dirty, e.g. obscured by snow there are no, several or unclear lane markings for a lane, e.g.
  • Page 207 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist may not detect other you switch on the turn signals. In this event, road users or traffic situations. An inappropriate the warnings are suppressed for a certain brake application may be interrupted at any time period of time.
  • Page 208: Instrument Cluster Lighting

    Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting WARNING If you operate information systems and com- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle.
  • Page 209: Outside Temperature Display

    Displays and operation Tachometer Operating the on-board computer Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this could damage the engine. The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine when the red band is reached.
  • Page 210 Displays and operation In all menus: confirms the selected Mute entry in the list ó Vehicles with multimedia system In the Radio Media menu: Audio 20: opens the list of available radio Switches on voice-operated con- sources or media trol for navigation (see manufac- In the Telephone menu: switches...
  • Page 211: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Displays and operation a DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ( page 174) Switching the head-up display on/off _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 114) è ECO start/stop function ( page 139) ë HOLD function ( page 176) Head-up display General notes The head-up display projects information from...
  • Page 212: Standard Display

    : and odometer ; appears. display. In Mercedes-AMG or in Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles, you can also choose between two AMG displays. If you select an AMG display, the head-up display shows AMG-specific contents.
  • Page 213: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current fuel If the ignition remains switched off for longer than four hours, the ECO display will be auto- consumption matically reset. For more information on the ECO display, see page 162). Trip computer "From Start" or "From Reset"...
  • Page 214 Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Navi menu. Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Confirm by pressing a on the steering menu list. wheel. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu.
  • Page 215 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced with a Change of direction without lane recom- lane recommendation mendation Target of the change of direction Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to the change of direction Distance to change of direction and visual Change-of-direction symbol distance display Recommended lane and new lane during a...
  • Page 216 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- position is only displayed along with station ; if this has been stored. You can store radio sta- tion system tions in the multimedia system. Switch on the multimedia system. Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list.
  • Page 217 Menus and submenus To select the next or previous track from CD or DVD (DVD only in the COMAND mul- timedia system) the track list:press the : or 9 button briefly. SD card To select a track from the track list using Media Register (only in the COMAND mul- rapid scrolling: press and hold : or 9 timedia system)
  • Page 218 Menus and submenus To select the next or previous scene in the Accepting a call scene list:press the : or 9 button If someone calls you when you are in the Tele‐ briefly. phone menu, a display message appears in the To select a scene from the scene list using multifunction display.
  • Page 219 Menus and submenus Redialing Blind Spot Assist ( page 197) or Active Blind Spot Assist ( page 200) The on-board computer saves the last names or ATTENTION ASSIST ( page 195) numbers dialed in the redial memory. Lane Keeping Assist ( page 199) or Active Press the ò...
  • Page 220 Prevention. ® Activate/deactivate ESP in Mercedes-AMG Press a to confirm. vehicles and in Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG The current selection appears. 4MATIC vehicles ( page 70). To activate/deactivate: press a again. ® For further information about ESP...
  • Page 221 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. Press : or 9 to select Off, Standard or Sensitive. Press : or 9 to select PRE-SAFE Brake. Press the a button to confirm the selec- tion. Press a to confirm. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the The current selection appears.
  • Page 222 The selected Press the a button to save the setting. contents appear in the Head-up Display. Press : or 9 to adjust the position to a In Mercedes-AMG or in Mercedes-Benz C 450 level from Level +5 (up) to Level -5 (down).
  • Page 223 Menus and submenus Using : or 9, select the Daytime The speed display is inverse to the speedome- Running Lights function. ter. If the Daytime Running Lights function has Press the ò button on the steering wheel been switched on, the multifunction display to open the menu list.
  • Page 224 Menus and submenus G-Meter AMG menu (Mercedes‑AMG and Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles) Warm-up The G-Meter shows you the forces that are exer- ted on the driver during the journey, both later- ally and in the direction of travel.
  • Page 225 ® the ESP (Electronic Stability Program) status Display in Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads.
  • Page 226 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Continuing the RACETIMER wheel. Press : or 9 repeatedly until the RACETIMER appears. To start: press the a button to start the RACETIMER. Starting a new lap Press : or 9 to select Continue. Press a to confirm.
  • Page 227: Display Messages

    Display messages Press the : or 9 button to select Average lap speed List. Lap length Press a to confirm. This function is only available if you have stored The lap evaluation appears. at least two laps and have stopped the RACE- Press the 9 or : button to select a dif- TIMER.
  • Page 228 Display messages Press a to confirm. Press the : or 9 button to scroll through the display messages. Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐...
  • Page 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Inoperative See tion. Operator's Manual The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
  • Page 230 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instru- Operator's Manual ment cluster and a warning tone sounds.
  • Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 232 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 233 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position P.
  • Page 234 TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation Mercedes-AMG or Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles: ® is deactivated. the system is outside the operating temperature range the on-board voltage is too low.
  • Page 235 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
  • Page 236 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service Required Rear The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See even though: Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
  • Page 239 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 50). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The bulb in question is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Low Beam (Example) Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself page 117).
  • Page 240 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant Level cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. See Operator's Man‐ Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 300).
  • Page 241 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. A warning tone also sounds. Check Engine Oil At Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will oth- Next Refueling erwise be damaged.
  • Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed. Gas Cap Loose If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: Close the fuel filler cap.
  • Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¨ The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A warning tone also sounds. Vehicle Rising Do not pull away. Please Wait The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears. ¨...
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Active Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐...
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Parking Assist is unavailable or faulty. Switch off the ignition and restart the engine. If Active Parking Assist continues to be unavailable (the j symbol does not appear in the multifunction display): Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation the system is outside the operating temperature range...
  • Page 248 ® Reactivate ESP page 218). ® Reactivate ESP in Mercedes-AMG or in Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles ( page 70). Cruise Control Off Cruise control has been deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, cruise control has deactivated auto- matically ( page 166).
  • Page 249 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Canada only: Soon The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires the tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly WARNING...
  • Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase they may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
  • Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position D.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. Close all the doors. Vehicle with through-loading feature in the rear bench seat: The backrest in the rear is not engaged on the left-hand and/or right- Rear Left Backrest hand side.
  • Page 254 Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle  The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. a warning tone sounds Take Your Key from Remove the SmartKey.
  • Page 255: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the SmartKey is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 256 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
  • Page 257 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 258 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
  • Page 259 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 260 ® Contact a qualified specialist workshop and have ESP checked. N Mercedes-AMG vehicles and Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC vehicles: The yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. SPORT handling mode is activated. WARNING ®...
  • Page 261 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
  • Page 262 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
  • Page 263 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
  • Page 264 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic.
  • Page 265 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 266 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 267: Multimedia System

    Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this Opera- traffic conditions and driving, and increase the tor's Manual describes the basic principles for risk of an accident.
  • Page 268: Cleaning Instructions

    Operating system Press the thumbwheel to the right of the con- Operating system troller. If the audio output is switched off, the status Overview line will show the 8 symbol. If you switch General notes the media source or set the volume, the sound is automatically switched on.
  • Page 269: Operating System

    Operating system To exit the menu: briefly press the % Swiping with two fingers, e.g. using this func- button. tion: The multimedia system changes to the next To show or hide the audio menu: swipe up higher menu level in the current operating or down with two fingers.
  • Page 270 Operating system Quick access for audio Changing the station/music track To exit the menu To return to handwriting recognition To use the phone book or text templates (COMAND) Depending on the audio source that is currently To select the input line or changes the posi- activated, you can use this function to select the tion of the cursor next station or music track.
  • Page 271 Operating system Adding favorites Important climate control functions can be set in the climate control bar: Adding a predefined favorite Temperature Airflow Air distribution The climate control bar is visible in most dis- plays. You can find all available climate control func- tions in the climate control menu.
  • Page 272 Operating system Calling up the climate control menu Call up the climate control menu page 270). Multimedia system: To select Ionization: turn and press the Select Vehicle. controller. The vehicle menu is displayed. The setting element is active. Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the To switch the ionization on or off: turn the climate control bar is activated.
  • Page 273 Operating system General notes To select O A/C: turn and press the control- ler. Among other things, correct functioning of the Switch cooling with air dehumidification on navigation system depends on GPS reception. In O or off ª. certain situations, GPS reception may be impaired, there may be interference or there The current status of the cooling function is may be no reception at all, e.g.
  • Page 274 Book Access Profile) and MAP (Message yourself with up to four intermediate destina- ® Access Profile) Bluetooth profiles, the follow- tions. ing information will be transmitted after you select destinations from Mercedes-Benz connect: Apps Phone book select geo-coordinates Call lists Messages...
  • Page 275 Ï New mobile phone found, not yet In the USA, you can get in touch with the authorized. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Ñ Mobile phone is authorized, but is In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- not connected tomer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100.
  • Page 276 Operating system Multimedia system: Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until the SD card engages. The side with the con- Select Connect Device. tacts must face downwards. Select a mobile phone from the device list. Select the media source ( page 274).
  • Page 277: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's Stowage areas door. Loading guidelines The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. WARNING Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust sible and as low down in the trunk as possible. gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 278 Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front Eyeglasses compartment Glove box To open: press marking :. The eyeglasses compartment opens down. To open: pull handle : and open glove box Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is flap ;. always closed while the vehicle is in motion. To close: fold glove box flap ;...
  • Page 279 Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol- lowing may be in the stowage space: an SD card slot a multimedia connector unit with two USB ® ® ports, e.g. for iPod , iPhone or MP3 player; see the Digital Operator's Manual a mobile phone bracket a small stowage space in the upper front sec- tion...
  • Page 280 Stowage areas Vehicle occupants could be struck in the event of sudden braking or an accident, for instance, if you: transport other heavy or sharp-edged objects in the skibag do not secure the skibag with the lashing straps There is a risk of accident and injury. Store only skis in the skibag.
  • Page 281 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrests forward Vehicles without memory function: if neces- sary, move the driver's or front-passenger seat forward. Vehicles with memory function: when one or both parts of the rear seat backrest are folded forward, the respective front seat moves forward slightly, when necessary, in order to avoid contact.
  • Page 282 Stowage areas To unlock: fold the left and center seat backr- ests forward. Slide catch : downwards. Securing loads Cargo tie-down rings Observe the following notes on securing loads: Observe the loading guidelines ( page 275). Secure the load using the cargo tie-down Middle rear seat backrest rings.
  • Page 283 Stowage areas Attaching the parcel net Only hang light objects on the bag hooks. Never hang hard, sharp-edged or fragile objects on the bag hooks. The bag hook can bear a maximum load of 6.6lbs (3kg) and should not be used to secure a load.
  • Page 284: Roof Carrier

    If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel makes contact with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sunroof will lower slightly but remain raised at the rear. Hook handle : into rain trough ;.
  • Page 285: Features

    Features Cup holder in the front center console Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is stationary. Only use the cup holder for con- tainers of the right size. Always close the con- tainer, particularly if the liquid is hot. WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be...
  • Page 286 Features Glare from the side To fold out: place a container in the cup holder. Fold down the sun visor. The cup holder : or ; folds down automat- Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;. ically. Swing the sun visor to the side. To fold in: remove the container.
  • Page 287: Front Ashtray

    Features closing process is briefly stopped. The roller sunblind then returns to its initial position. Make sure that the roller sunblind can move freely. Otherwise, the roller sunblind or other objects could be damaged. Retracting or extending the roller sun- blind To open: open the stowage compartment page 276).
  • Page 288: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Cigarette lighter 12 V sockets General notes WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition heating element or the socket of the cigarette lock ( page 135). lighter. The sockets can be used for accessories with a In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: maximum draw of 180 W (15 A).
  • Page 289 Center Have the system checked at the nearest a service subscription is available Mercedes-Benz Service Center or contact the Determining the location of the vehicle on a map following service hotlines: is only possible if: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at GPS reception is available.
  • Page 290: Emergency Call

    Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. Important safety notes If the vehicle occupants respond, the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center WARNING attempts to get more information on the It can be dangerous to remain in the vehicle, emergency.
  • Page 291: Roadside Assistance Button

    To call: press Roadside Assistance but- To end a call: press the ~ button on the ton :. multifunction steering wheel. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Center. Press the corresponding multimedia system The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button for ending a phone call.
  • Page 292: Call Priority

    Downloading destinations You receive information about operating your vehicle, about the nearest Mercedes-Benz Ser- Downloading destinations gives you access to a vice Center and about other products and serv- database with over 15 million points of interest ices from Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 293 Additionally, an mbrace service subscription If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with must be completed. mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: "Search & Send" is a destination entry service. A...
  • Page 294 You are then, for example, The vehicle remote closing feature is available if guided to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Service the relevant mobile phone network is available Center or a recovery vehicle is called.
  • Page 295: Downloading Routes

    Features Another function of the Vehicle Health Check is The data you receive contains the following the transfer of service data to the Customer information: Assistance Center. If a service is due, the display the location where the speed limit was excee- shows a message to this effect together with information about any special offers at your the time at which the speed limit was excee-...
  • Page 296 If you have difficulty programing the integrated garage door opener, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink...
  • Page 297 Features so, vary the distance between remote control with Canadian law, some U.S. garage door open- A and the rear-view mirror. ers also feature a "break". The required distance between remote con- Proceed as follows: trol A and the integrated garage door opener if you live in Canada depends on the garage door drive system.
  • Page 298 Features Clearing the memory The garage door opener is compatible with devices which operate in the frequency range Make sure that you clear the memory of the of 280 to 433 MHz. integrated garage door opener before selling the Replace the batteries in garage door remote vehicle.
  • Page 299: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes Hybrid vehicles: make sure that you read the separate operating instructions. You could oth- WARNING erwise fail to recognize dangers, e.g.
  • Page 300 Engine compartment WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components. Certain components, such as the radiator fan, may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition is off. There is a risk of injury. If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment: switch off the ignition never reach into the area where there is a...
  • Page 301 All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- been tested and approved in accordance with cles): if the engine is not at normal operating Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service temperature, e.g. if the engine was only star- Products is available at any authorized ted briefly, wait approximately 30 minutes Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 302 Engine compartment Additional service products Let an overheated engine cool down before opening the hood. If there is a fire in the Important safety notes engine compartment, keep the hood closed and contact the fire department. WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- Checking coolant level ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
  • Page 303: Assyst Plus

    ASSYST PLUS If necessary, add coolant that has been tested Information on the type of service and service and approved by Mercedes-Benz. intervals (see the separate Maintenance Book- let). Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
  • Page 304: Driving Abroad

    Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to select the Service menu and confirm with An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can obtain Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to further information from any authorized...
  • Page 305: Care

    Use a soft sponge to clean. Operating with the Start/Stop button: Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not open the driver's door when the engine is switched off or at very low Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- speeds.
  • Page 306: Power Washers

    If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint lead to leaks or failures. surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the care product used.
  • Page 307: Cleaning The Windows

    Care Mercedes-Benz, should be used when dirt has Cleaning the vehicle parts penetrated the paint surface. Cleaning the wheels Also use Paint Cleaner on paint that has become dull. WARNING Do not use these care products in the sun or on the hood while the hood is hot.
  • Page 308 Shutters : open automatically after approx- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning imately 120 seconds. agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or Clean the location points of shutters ; in the cleaning cloths. radiator trim with a power washer.
  • Page 309 Care Cleaning the sensors Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the If you clean the sensors with a power ignition lock ( page 135). washer, make sure that you keep a distance of at least 11.8 in (30 cm) between the vehicle Press the Start/Stop button once or twice on and the power washer nozzle.
  • Page 310: Interior Care

    Care Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use care and cleaning prod- ucts recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 311 Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning been tested and approved by Mercedes- agents recommended and approved by Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified Mercedes-Benz. specialist workshop. Leather is a natural product. It exhibits natural surface characteristics, for...
  • Page 312: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Information on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing/replacing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a laundry dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in the Do not dry-clean safety jacket compartments in the stowage...
  • Page 313: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Vehicles with MOExtended tires (tires Vehicle tool kit with run-flat characteristics) General notes The towing eye is located in the stowage well under the trunk floor. In vehicles with MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat characteristics) the towing eye is in a bracket under the parcel shelf.
  • Page 314 Flat tire If possible, bring the front wheels into the cle is partially laden. When the vehicle is fully straight-ahead position. laden it is approximately 19 miles (30 km). Switch off the engine. In addition to the vehicle load, the driving dis- tance possible depends upon: Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 315 Flat tire Stop driving in emergency mode if: If you come into contact with the tire sealant, observe the following: you hear banging noises. Rinse off the tire sealant from your skin the vehicle starts to shake. immediately with water. you see smoke and smell rubber.
  • Page 316 Flat tire Remove the cap from valve C on the faulty tire. Screw filler hose D onto valve C. Insert plug = into cigarette lighter socket page 286) or into another 12 V socket in your vehicle ( page 286). Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 135).
  • Page 317 In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- acteristics. There is a risk of accident. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or specialist workshop.
  • Page 318 Battery (vehicle) To remove the tire sealant bottle from the tire should have all work involving the battery car- inflation compressor, press together the lock- ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. ing tabs on the yellow cap. Pull the tire sealant bottle out of the tire infla- ®...
  • Page 319: Battery (Vehicle)

    Booklet or contact a qualified specialist workshop for more information. Observe this Operator's Manual. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use batteries which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These batteries provide...
  • Page 320 There is a risk of charge the battery with a charger recommended an explosion. by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before ist workshop for further information. charging it or jump-starting.
  • Page 321: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Otherwise, the service life can be shortened and the starting characteristics impaired, especially at low temperatures. Jump-starting Hybrid vehicles: make sure that you read the separate Operator's Manual. You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers, e.g. due to high voltage. For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point.
  • Page 322 Jump-starting starting characteristics can be impaired, particularly at low temperatures. Have the thawed-out battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop. All vehicles: Vehicles with a gasoline engine: avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts. Otherwise, the catalytic converter could be damaged by non-combusted fuel. Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device.
  • Page 323: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number C identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device. Lift up panel B. Slide cover A of positive terminal : in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal : on your vehicle to positive terminal ; of donor battery C using the jumper cable.
  • Page 324: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting When towing, pull away slowly and If your vehicle is being towed, much more smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, the force may be necessary to steer or brake. vehicles could be damaged. There is a risk of an accident. Shift the automatic transmission to N and In such cases, use a tow bar.
  • Page 325: Transporting The Vehicle

    Towing and tow-starting vehicle/trailer combination may otherwise swerve or even roll over. Towing a vehicle with both axles on the ground The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you open the driver's or front- passenger door or when you remove the Smart- Key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 326: Fuses

    If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- Notes on 4MATIC vehicles ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed with either the front or the rear axle raised, as Only use fuses that have been approved for doing so will damage the transmission.
  • Page 327 The fuse box is under a cover on the side of the Remove fuse box cover ; upwards. dashboard. You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuse box in the front-passenger foot- well Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box.
  • Page 328 Fuses Insert lid ? into the bracket at the rear of the fuse box. Fold down lid ? of the fuse box and tighten screws =. Insert cover ; on both sides and engage safety clips :. Close the hood. Fuse box in the trunk Open the trunk lid.
  • Page 329: Operation

    Notes on high performance tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Due to the special tire tread in combination rectly can impair the operating safety. with the optimized rubber compound, there is...
  • Page 330 (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire valve cap or other valve caps approved by tread. Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law.
  • Page 331: Winter Operation

    ( page 312). thereby damaging the tires permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for Only mount tires of the correct size onto the this type of damage. wheels. Break in new tires at moderate speeds for the WARNING first 60 miles (100 km).
  • Page 332 There is a risk of an accident. been specially approved for your vehicle by Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. For more information, and check the pressure of all the tires includ- please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 333: Tire And Loading Information Placard

    Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
  • Page 334 Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 335 Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
  • Page 336: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ sure loss warning system. sure. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Press a to confirm. of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the tire is Run Flat Indicator Active Press penetrated by a foreign object.
  • Page 337 Tire pressure trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres- sure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the warning lamp will flash for approximately a minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
  • Page 338 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating sure. pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether the Press a to confirm. warning lamp flashes or lights up indicates The multifunction display shows the current whether a tire pressure is too low or the tire tire pressure of each wheel.
  • Page 339: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- for monitoring. In most cases, the tire pressure monitor will automatically detect the new refer- sure monitor ence values after you have changed the tire pressure. However, you can also set reference Country Radio type approval number values manually as described here.
  • Page 340 Loading the vehicle Number of seats B-pillar, driver's side Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to Maximum permissible gross vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be weight rating found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard.
  • Page 341 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is cle. That weight may not safely exceed the 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- Example: steps 1 to 3...
  • Page 342: Vehicle Identification Plate

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
  • Page 343: All About Wheels And Tires

    You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 328).
  • Page 344 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard General: depending on the manufacturer's page 345) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may DOT, Tire Identification Number...
  • Page 345 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.
  • Page 346: Maximum Load Rating

    All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the "Tires"...
  • Page 347: Tire Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
  • Page 348 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.
  • Page 349: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Rotating the wheels The combined weight of those optional extras WARNING that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 5 lbs (2.3 kg). These Interchanging the front and rear wheels may optional extras, such as high-performance severely impair the driving characteristics if brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-...
  • Page 350 Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from the tires are installed corresponding to the direction of rotation. rolling away An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation. Storing wheels Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
  • Page 351 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. Vehicles with plastic hub cap: The jack is designed only to raise and hold the...
  • Page 352 The tightening torque must be 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Note that the hub cap should be tightened to the specified torque of 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the hub cap installed at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: fold cover ? upwards.
  • Page 353: Removing A Wheel

    When mounting/removing wheels, and for as only use wheel bolts which have been approved long as the wheels are removed, avoid applying for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective any external force on the brake disks. This could wheel. impair the level of comfort when braking.
  • Page 354: Wheel-Tire Combination

    There is a risk of accident. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Have the tightening torque immediately mends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz checked at a qualified specialist workshop specifically for your vehicle. after a wheel is changed.
  • Page 355 Wheel-tire combination Observe the notes on recommended tire pres- sures under various operating conditions page 330). Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold. Comply with the maintenance recommendations of the tire manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment –...
  • Page 356: Information Regarding Technical Data

    Be sure to observe the manufacturer's Sup- The operating permit may be invalidated if plement when installing. the instructions for installation and use of RF Deviations with respect to frequency bands, transmitters are not observed. maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 357: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W...
  • Page 358 Engine number Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appro- priate section.
  • Page 359: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Service products and filling capacities Tank capacity 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Model Total capacity Other identifications, for example: 0 W-30 All models 17.4 US gal 5 W-30 (66.0 l) 5 W-40 Model Of which reserve...
  • Page 360 In such cases, on the pump, ask the staff for assistance. and in consultation with an authorized Information on refueling ( page 154). Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by...
  • Page 361: Filling Capacities

    When handling engine oil, observe the important increased emission values safety notes on service products ( page 356). damage to the catalytic converter The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil...
  • Page 362: Brake Fluid

    You could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found Brake fluid in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the WARNING Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 363: Windshield Washer System

    -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat will not be wise, the level sensor may give a false reading. dissipated as effectively. When handling washer fluid, observe the impor- Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ tant safety notes on service products corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accordance page 356).
  • Page 364: Vehicle Data

    All other models (630 ± 10 g) Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. 22.2 ± 0.4 oz The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
  • Page 365 69.6 in (1768 mm) including exterior mirrors C 350 e 69.5 in (1765 mm) Vehicle height 71.3 in (1810 mm) Mercedes-Benz C 450 AMG 4MATIC Wheelbase 111.8 in (2840 mm) Mercedes-AMG 68.8 in (1748 mm) Turning circle, 36.8 ft (11.22 m)

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