Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

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Order no. 6515 4607 13 Part no. 217 584 62 02 Edition B 2017
S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 S-Class Coupe and Cabriolet Operator's Manual É2175846202FËÍ 2175846202 Order no. 6515 4607 13 Part no. 217 584 62 02 Edition B 2017...
  • 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 Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all documents on to the new owner. You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides App: Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App may not yet be available in your country.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......... 23 Lights and windshield wipers ..115 Protection of the environment ....23 Useful information ....... 115 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....23 Exterior lighting ........115 Operator's Manual ......... 24 Interior lighting ........119 Service and vehicle operation ....24 Replacing bulbs ........
  • Page 5 Contents Care ............. 295 Breakdown assistance ..... 305 Useful information ....... 305 Where will I find...? ......305 Flat tire ..........305 Battery (vehicle) ........309 Jump-starting ........312 Towing and tow-starting ...... 315 Fuses ........... 318 Wheels and tires ....... 321 Useful information .......
  • Page 6 Index ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 72 1, 2, 3 ... Adaptive Brake Assist 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Function/notes ........ 69 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..177 tion System) Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Display message ......238 drive) ..........
  • Page 7: Index

    ........150 ATTENTION ASSIST Activating/deactivating ....220 Display message ......242 Function/notes ......192 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....66 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System see Qualified specialist workshop PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist Authorized workshop Function/notes ........ 66...
  • Page 8 Index Camera Important safety notes ....309 Jump starting ......... 312 see 360° camera Belt see Rear view camera see Seat belts Blind Spot Assist see Vehicle Care see Active Blind Spot Assist Brake Assist 360° camera ......... 301 see BAS (Brake Assist System) AIRCAP ..........
  • Page 9 Index Child seat Cockpit Forward-facing restraint system ..64 Overview .......... 31 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat PLUS anchors ..........62 On the front-passenger seat .... 64 Activating/deactivating ....219 Rearward-facing restraint system ..64 Display message ......231 Top Tether ........
  • Page 10 Driver's door Introduction ........223 see Doors Lights ..........236 Driving abroad Safety systems ......225 Mercedes-Benz Service ....295 SmartKey ........254 Driving Assistance package ..... 198 Tires ..........249 Driving on flooded roads ....160 Vehicle ........... 250...
  • Page 11 Index Distance warning function ....68 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..135 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Wet road surface ......158 DVD video bution) ..........72 Operating (on-board computer) ..215 ® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) ..........70 Important safety information ...
  • Page 12 Index Exhaust pipe Jump-starting ......... 312 Starting (important safety notes) ... 138 Cleaning ......... 301 Exterior lighting Starting problems ......142 Starting the engine with the Cleaning ......... 300 SmartKey ........138 see Lights Exterior mirrors Starting via smartphone ....138 Starting with the Start/Stop but- Adjusting ........
  • Page 13 Index Fuel filler flap Head restraints Closing ........... 152 Adjusting ........104 Opening ......... 151 Adjusting (manually) ...... 104 Fuel level Adjusting (rear) ......105 Head-up display Calling up the range (on-board computer) ........210 Adjusting the brightness ....221 Fuel tank Displays and operating ....
  • Page 14 Index Indicator and warning lamps Light function, active COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Display message ......238 PLUS ..........264 Light sensor (display message) ..238 Indicator lamps Lights see Warning and indicator lamps Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS ..118 Indicators Automatic headlamp mode .... 115 see Turn signals Cornering light function ....
  • Page 15 Transmission output (maximum) ..354 Seats, steering wheel, exterior Modifying the programming mirrors ........... 113 (SmartKey) ........... 78 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive MOExtended tires ......306 360°camera ........188 Mounting wheels ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..65 Lowering the vehicle ...... 344 Active Blind Spot Assist ....
  • Page 16 Index Removing a wheel ......343 ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occu- Securing the vehicle against roll- pant protection) ....... 59 ing away ........341 ® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection PLUS) ....59 Operation ........214 Restraint system warning lamp ..44 Multifunction display Function/notes ......
  • Page 17 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ....180 Driving system ....... 178 QR code Function/notes ......178 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Important safety notes ....178 Rescue card ........28 Problem (malfunction) ....180 Qualified specialist workshop ... 27 Range of the sensors ..... 178 Warning display ......
  • Page 18 Index Reading lamp ........119 Side windows ........91 Rear compartment Trunk lid ........... 85 Reversing lamps (display mes- Setting the air vents ...... 134 sage) ........... 237 Stowage compartment ....269 Rear lamps ROAD SURFACE SCAN ....... 176 see Lights Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..
  • Page 19 Index Seating Settings Seating comfort package ....106 Factory (on-board computer) ..222 Seating comfort package ....106 On-board computer ....... 218 Seats SETUP (on-board computer) ..... 223 Active multicontour seat ....106 Side impact air bag ......50 Adjusting (electrically) ....103 Side marker lamp (display mes- Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup- sage) ...........
  • Page 20 Index Opening/closing (with soft-top Storing settings (memory func- switch) ..........95 tion) ..........114 Steering wheel heating Problem (malfunction) ..... 98 Relocking ......... 96 Problem (malfunction) ....110 Soft-top switch ........95 Switching on/off ......109 Steering wheel paddle shifters ..147 Special seat belt retractor ....
  • Page 21 Index Tank content Tire pressure not reached ....308 Fuel gauge ........32 Tire pressure reached ....308 Technical data Using ..........307 Tires Capacities ........357 Information ........354 Aspect ratio (definition) ....339 Tires/wheels ......... 344 Average weight of the vehicle Vehicle data ........
  • Page 22 Index PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- Display message ......246 inition) ........... 339 Function/notes ......194 Replacing ........340 Important safety notes ....194 Service life ........322 Instrument cluster display ..... 194 Sidewall (definition) ....... 339 Switching on/off ......218 Snow chains ........
  • Page 23 Index Type identification plate Vehicle tool kit ........305 see Vehicle identification plate Video Operating the DVD ......215 Type plate ........356 Unlocking Emergency unlocking ....... 83 From inside the vehicle (central unlocking button) ......82 Warning and indicator lamps Upshift indicator (on-board com- ABS ..........
  • Page 24 Index Wind deflector (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........298 Wind screen (cleaning instruc- tions) ..........299 Window curtain air bag Display message ......233 Operation ......... 51 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ........129 Infrared reflective ......288 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid .......
  • Page 25: Introduction

    Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
  • Page 26: Operator's Manual

    Introduction systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- tions in the Service and Warranty Information ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- booklet. ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will have been specifically approved for your vehi- replace and repair all factory-installed parts in cle.
  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its (USA) at the hotline number repair. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or...
  • Page 28: Operating Safety

    Introduction 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 or a hole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or maintenance work or any required repairs...
  • Page 29: Customer Relations Department

    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 30: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card

    A wide range of electronic components in your National Highway Traffic Safety Administration vehicle contain data memories. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz These data memories temporarily or perma- USA, LLC. nently store technical information about:...
  • Page 31: Event Data Recorders

    Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, For additional information please refer to the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly COMAND User Manual or the Digital Operator's disclaims any and all liability arising from the...
  • Page 32: Information On Copyright

    As of February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. 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 33: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Ignition lock Start/Stop button Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the hood Control panel for: Ü...
  • Page 34: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Speedometer Fuel gauge Fuel filler flap location indi- Multifunction display cator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side. Tachometer Coolant temperature found under "Outside temperature display" Information on displaying the outside tem- page 205).
  • Page 35: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ! ABS Electric parking brake (red) F USA only ® å ESP ! Canada only ® ÷ ESP ; Check Engine # Turn signal, left Ð Power steering L Low-beam headlamps Brakes (red) K High-beam headlamps $ USA only...
  • Page 36: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list Sets the brightness of the instrument cluster and the Selects a menu or submenu multimedia system display or scrolls through lists Multimedia system display DVD changer or single DVD Confirms a selection drive...
  • Page 37 Multifunction steering wheel In vehicles with multimedia system COMAND you can find further information: on the multimedia system in the Digital Operator's Manual on the DVD changer or single DVD drive in the Digital Operator's Manual on the Voice Control System in the sepa- rate operating instructions...
  • Page 38: Center Console

    Center console Center console Coupe Function Page Function Page Back button (see the sepa- rate operating instructions) Switches the multimedia sys- tem on or off (see separate Seat adjustment button (see operating instructions) the separate operating instructions) Adjusts the volume/mute (see the separate operating Navigation button (see the instructions)
  • Page 39 Center console Cabriolet Function Page Function Page Û Selects the drive pro- gram/program selector but- Switches the multimedia sys- tem on or off (see separate Ñ Selects the drive pro- operating instructions) gram/program selector but- Adjusts the volume/mute ton (Mercedes-AMG vehi- (see the separate operating cles) instructions)
  • Page 40 Center console Function Page Vehicle and system settings button (see separate operat- ing instructions) Multimedia system control- ler (see the separate operat- ing instructions)
  • Page 41: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Coupe Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Operates the roller sunblind reading lamp on/off for the panorama roof | Switches the automatic µ Operates MAGIC SKY CONTROL interior lighting control on/off Vehicles without MAGIC SKY CONTROL: operates the G SOS button (mbrace roller sunblind for the pano-...
  • Page 42 Overhead control panel Cabriolet Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand F Roadside Assistance reading lamp on/off call button (mbrace system) G SOS button (mbrace u Switches the rear inte- rior lighting on/off system) p Switches the right- ï MB Info call button hand reading lamp on/off (mbrace system) | Switches the automatic...
  • Page 43: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page s Seat ventilation W Opens/closes the rear right side window c Seat heating p Opens/closes the w Adjusts the front- trunk lid passenger seat from the driv- er's seat W Opens/closes the rear left side window r 4 5 = Stores settings for the seat,...
  • Page 44: Rear Seats

    Rear seats Rear seats Illustration: Coupe Function Page Function Page Cup holder Stowage box in the seat Stowage compartment in the backrest center console Coupe: coolbox Socket Cabriolet: through-loading facility Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest...
  • Page 45: Safety

    Occupant safety The restraint system comprises: Useful information seat belt system This Operator's Manual describes all models air bags and all standard and optional equipment of child restraint system your vehicle available at the time of publica- child seat securing systems tion of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 46: Lamps

    If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
  • Page 47: Introduction

    Occupant safety Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle Seat belts occupants should correctly fasten their seat belts before starting the journey. Introduction WARNING Seat belts are the most effective means of restricting the movement of vehicle occupants If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot in the event of an accident or the vehicle rolling perform its intended protective function.
  • Page 48 45). always secure the child in a child restraint All vehicle occupants must be wearing the seat system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- belt correctly before beginning the journey. Also cle. The child restraint system must be appro- make sure that all vehicle occupants are always...
  • Page 49: Fastening

    Occupant safety Fastening seat belts Press seat-belt extender button ?. Seat-belt extender = extends. Observe the safety notes on the seat belt Seat-belt extender = is retracted again if: page 45) and the notes on correct use of seat the belt tongue is engaged in the seat belt belts ( page 46).
  • Page 50: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are or front-passenger seat belt has not been fas- equipped with a special seat belt retractor to tened and the doors are closed, the 7 seat securely fasten child restraint systems in the belt warning lamp lights up.
  • Page 51 Occupant safety vehicle" ( page 60) in addition to the child To avoid hazardous situations, always make restraint system manufacturer's installation sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: and operating instructions. have fastened their seat belts correctly, Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent including pregnant women an air bag from functioning correctly.
  • Page 52: Knee Bag

    ( page 52). The You should only use seat covers that have PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is lit been approved for the respective seat by page 52) Mercedes-Benz. the restraint system control unit predicts a high accident severity...
  • Page 53: Head Bag

    Occupant safety Front side impact air bags : and rear side In the event of a side impact, the head bag is impact air bags ; deploy next to the outer bol- deployed on the side on which the impact ster of the seat backrest.
  • Page 54: Conditions

    Occupant safety tem manufacturer's installation and operating Occupant Classification System instructions. (OCS) Introduction Occupant Classification System opera- tion (OCS) The Occupant Classification System (OCS) cat- egorizes the person in the front-passenger seat. Depending on that result, the front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are either enabled or deactivated.
  • Page 55 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 56: System Self-Test

    When the front-passenger seat is occupied, Mercedes-Benz Center. always ensure that: For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use seat accessories that the classification of the person in the front- have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not entire base of the child restraint system must install a child restraint system on the front- always rest on the seat cushion of the front- passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- passenger seat.
  • Page 58 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 52).
  • Page 59 Occupant safety and to have any malfunctioning air bags could endanger the vehicle occupants when repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags the roll bar is extending. This poses an continue to perform their protective function for increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
  • Page 60 Occupant safety An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration triggered, if: and the direction of the force are essentially determined by: the ignition is switched on the distribution of forces during the collision the components of the restraint system are operational.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety Function Emergency Tensioning Devices, if the system determines that deployment can offer addi- ® PRE-SAFE intervenes: tional protection in this situation Coupe: in emergency braking situations, e.g. when BAS is activated Window curtain air bags on the driver's and front-passenger side in certain situations in critical driving situations, e.g.
  • Page 62: Children In The Vehicle

    For this reason, head-on collision is imminent, the seat belts Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install are pre-tensioned. a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children if the radar sensor system detects that a rear- are generally better protected there.
  • Page 63: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle In addition, they may operate vehicle equip- secured properly. The special seat belt retrac- ment and become trapped. There is a risk of tor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a an accident and injury. portion of the seat belt.
  • Page 64: Anchors

    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 65: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle Top Tether (Coupe) systems with which the child is also secured with the vehicle seat belt. Also secure the Introduction child restraint system with the Top Tether belt, if available. Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with Always comply with the manufacturer's instal- a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) system and the vehicle.
  • Page 66: Pets In The Vehicle

    Always observe the child restraint system man- in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tions. the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
  • Page 67: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Overview of driving safety systems General information In this section, you will find information about ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the following driving safety systems: the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) braking.
  • Page 68: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems With the help of a sensor system and a camera BAS (Brake Assist System) system, BAS PLUS can detect obstacles: General information that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time BAS operates in emergency braking situations. that cross the path of your vehicle If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus...
  • Page 69 Driving safety systems Function As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk of an acci- To avoid a collision, BAS PLUS calculates the dent. brake force necessary if: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- you approach an obstacle, and uation and be ready to brake.
  • Page 70: Plus

    Driving safety systems You can activate or deactivate COLLISION PRE- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST VENTION ASSIST PLUS in the on-board com- PLUS puter ( page 219). When deactivated, the dis- tance warning function and the autonomous General information braking function are also deactivated. COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS consists If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is of a distance warning function with an autono-...
  • Page 71: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist WARNING The distance warning function cannot always General information clearly identify objects and complex traffic Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- situations. tion ( page 65). In such cases, the distance warning function With the help of adaptive Brake Assist, the dis- may: tance warning signal can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended...
  • Page 72: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems ® ETS traction control is part of ESP . On vehicles There is a risk of an accident. ® with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi- uation and be ready to brake.
  • Page 73: Crosswind Assist

    Driving safety systems ECO start/stop function ® activated: The ECO start/stop function switches the ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the instru- engine off automatically when the vehicle stops ment cluster goes out. moving. The engine starts automatically when ®...
  • Page 74: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems ® For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when driving, EBD (electronic brake force distribu- the radar sensor system and the camera system tion) must be switched on and be operational. General information With the help of the radar sensor system and the ®...
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems darkness WARNING ® PRE-SAFE Brake cannot always clearly iden- pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path tify people, especially if they are moving. In of the vehicle ® these cases, PRE-SAFE Brake cannot inter- the camera system no longer recognizes a vene.
  • Page 76: Protection Against Theft

    (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- there is no longer a risk of collision. tem is not operational. Contact an authorized there is no longer an obstacle detected in Mercedes-Benz Center or call front of your vehicle. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 77 Protection against theft the trunk lid the hood the glove box To turn the alarm off with the SmartKey: press the % or & button on the Smart- Key. The alarm is switched off. Remove the Start/Stop button from the igni- tion lock.
  • Page 78: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Keep the SmartKey away from strong mag- tion of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 79: Smartkey

    SmartKey If you do not open the vehicle within approx- tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven- imately 40 seconds of unlocking: tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the the vehicle is locked again. &...
  • Page 80: Start Function

    SmartKey will then use very little power, thereby conserv- The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as fol- ing battery power. For the purposes of activa- lows: tion/deactivation, the vehicle must not be To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner nearby. surface of the door handle on the driver's To deactivate: press the &...
  • Page 81: Important Safety Notes

    SmartKey For further information about: Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- unlocking the driver's door ( page 83) shop. unlocking the trunk ( page 89) locking the vehicle ( page 84) Checking the battery Inserting the mechanical key Push mechanical key ;...
  • Page 82: Loss

    SmartKey tery compartment cover : opens. Do not Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your hold battery compartment cover : closed palm until battery = falls out. while doing so. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- Remove battery compartment cover :. minal facing upwards.
  • Page 83 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: Unlock ( page 83) or lock (...
  • Page 84: Doors

    Doors Doors Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Pull door handle ;. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up.
  • Page 85: Doors

    Doors inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Power closing Switch off the alarm ( page 74). Power closing pulls the doors and trunk lid into If a locked door is opened from the inside, the their locks automatically even if they are only previous unlock status of the vehicle will be partly closed.
  • Page 86: Alarm System

    Doors Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the Insert the mechanical key into opening : in driver's door as far as it will go. the protective cap. Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise Pull and hold the door handle. as far as it will go to position 1.
  • Page 87: Trunk

    Trunk when automatically opening or closing, this pro- Trunk cedure is stopped. If the trunk lid is stopped during the closing procedure, it will open again Important safety notes automatically. The automatic obstruction detec- tion with reversing feature is only an aid. It is not WARNING a substitute for your attentiveness when open- Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust...
  • Page 88: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)

    Trunk Press the F button on the SmartKey. The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. Push in the top of star : on the trunk lid. The trunk lid opens. The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data"...
  • Page 89: General Notes

    Trunk Press the remote operating switch on the ful if you have your hands full. To do this, make driver's door. a kicking movement under the bumper with your foot. In vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: kick into the sensor detection range under Observe the following points: the bumper with your foot.
  • Page 90: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Inside)

    Trunk Operation Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING The reversing feature does not respond: to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement The reversing feature cannot prevent some- one from becoming trapped in these situa- To open/close: kick into sensor detection tions in particular.
  • Page 91: Armrest

    Trunk 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. Trunk emergency release (Coupe) The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.
  • Page 92: Trunk

    Trunk Basic position Push in the top of star : on the trunk lid. To unlock The cover folds open Insert the mechanical key with the grip facing Insert the mechanical key into the lock as far upwards into the trunk lid lock as far as the as the stop.
  • Page 93: Side Windows

    Side windows Trunk lid emergency release light: ess, the side window only opens again automat- ically after the corresponding switch is released. emergency release button : flashes for However, the automatic reversing feature is only 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened an aid and does not relieve you of the responsi- emergency release button : flashes for bility of paying attention when closing a side...
  • Page 94: Armrest

    Side windows To open fully: press the switch beyond the Use switch : in the stowage compartment under the armrest to close or open all side win- point of resistance and release it. dows simultaneously. Automatic operation is started. To close manually: pull and hold the corre- Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the sponding button.
  • Page 95: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Using the SmartKey Convenience opening (Coupe) Press and hold the & button until the side General notes windows are fully closed. If the SmartKey is in close proximity to the vehi- Make sure that all the side windows are cle, the convenience opening function is availa- closed.
  • Page 96 Soft top (Cabriolet) Pull the corresponding switch on the door If the side window opens again slightly: control panel until the side window is com- Immediately pull the corresponding switch on pletely closed ( page 91). the door control panel until the side window is Hold the switch for an additional second.
  • Page 97: Soft Top (Cabriolet)

    269). top fully. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only open or close the soft top when the vehicle is stationary. If the soft top does not open or close fully, the...
  • Page 98: Relocking

    Soft top (Cabriolet) soft top fully, reduce your speed again to To open: press and hold the % button in below 35 mph (60 km/h) and pull the soft-top the SmartKey until the soft top is completely switch again. open. The multifunction display shows the opening If you pull and hold soft top switch :, the side process of the soft top.
  • Page 99: Important Safety Notes

    Soft top (Cabriolet) Trunk partition Ensure that persons do not hold onto the upper frame of the windshield and do not General notes touch the AIRCAP wind deflector. In order to avoid damaging the soft top or With AIRCAP, four people can travel comfortably stowed loads, please adhere to the following with the soft top open.
  • Page 100 Panorama roof (Coupe) head restraints in the rear compartment retract AIRCAP cannot be extended or retracted if the automatically. When you restart your engine vehicle speed exceeds approximately 100 mph after having been parked, the wind deflector in (160 km/h). the roof frame and the wind screen behind the head restraints in the rear compartment extend out again automatically.
  • Page 101: Panorama Roof (Coupe)

    Panorama roof (Coupe) again a little. The automatic reversing feature is only an aid and is not a substitute for your atten- tion when closing the roller sunblind. WARNING The reversing feature does not react in par- ticular to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers.
  • Page 102: Magic Sky Control

    Panorama roof (Coupe) Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL Make sure that the roller sunblind can be opened fully again. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again. If the roller sunblind still does not operate smoothly, please contact a qualified special- ist workshop.
  • Page 103: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position When adjusting the seat, make sure that: Useful information you are as far away from the driver's air bag as possible This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of you are sitting in a normal upright position your vehicle available at the time of publica- you can fasten the seat belt properly tion of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 104: Seats

    Seats Seats WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do Important safety notes the following while driving: WARNING adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, Children could become trapped if they adjust steering wheel or mirrors the seats, particularly when unattended. fasten the seat belt There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 105: Seats

    Seats clean the seat covers as recommended; The head restraint height is adjusted auto- see "Interior care". matically when you adjust the seat height or the seat fore-and-aft position. do not transport heavy loads on the seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g.
  • Page 106: Head Restraints Adjusting

    Seats Adjusting the front-passenger seat of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking. Always drive with the head restraints instal- led. Before driving off, make sure for every vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level.
  • Page 107 Seats Adjusting the front head restraints elec- To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired position. trically To lower: press release catch : and push The height of the front head restraints can be the head restraint down until it is in the adjusted using the seat adjustment switch desired position.
  • Page 108: Active Multicontour Seat

    Seats Adjusting the active multicontour WARNING seat When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the The settings for the active multicontour seat are seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury. only activated if: Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one the seat is occupied...
  • Page 109: Seat Heating Problem

    Seats The system automatically switches off approx- If the battery voltage is too low, the seat imately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1. heating may switch off. You can set the distribution of the heated sec- tions on seat cushions and seat backrests in the Rear seats front using the multimedia system (see the sep- arate operating instructions).
  • Page 110: Seat Ventilation

    Seats Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the Switching the seat ventilation on/off ignition lock ( page 136). Front seats To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired blower setting is set. To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.
  • Page 111: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 Adjusting the steering wheel in the ignition lock. To switch on: press button :. Three red indicator lamps in the button light up. The blower starts up after a preheating phase of seven seconds.
  • Page 112: Easy Entry/Exit Feature

    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 113: Mirrors

    Mirrors Position of the steering wheel and the Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- driver's seat for driving ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine. The steering wheel and the driver's seat are moved to the previously set position if: WARNING the driver's door is closed and you insert the...
  • Page 114: Setting

    Mirrors dow defroster is switched on and the outside If the exterior mirrors have been folded in temperature is low. manually, they do not fold out. Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Exterior mirror pushed out of position electrically If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Press and hold button : until you hear a click...
  • Page 115: Memory Function

    Memory function Using the memory button The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting You can store the parking position of the exte- is switched on. rior mirror on the front-passenger side using memory button M :.
  • Page 116: Storing Settings

    Memory function WARNING When the memory function adjusts the seat or steering wheel, you and other vehicle occu- pants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. While the memory function is making adjust- ments, make sure that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat or steering wheel.
  • Page 117: Useful Information

    Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode General notes WARNING For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- mends that you drive with the lights switched on beam headlamps may not be switched on even during the daytime.
  • Page 118: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting time Running Lights function must be To switch on: turn the light switch to the switched on via the on-board computer T position. page 221). The green T indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up. If the engine is running and you turn the light switch to the T or L position, the manual Standing lamps settings take precedence over the daytime run-...
  • Page 119: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :. To activate manually: turn the SmartKey in All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a the ignition lock to position 2 or start the turn signal using the combination switch, only engine.
  • Page 120: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus

    Exterior lighting Important safety notes The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short time, but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes. WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus does not react to road users: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus who have no lights, e.g.
  • Page 121: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Interior lighting High-beam flasher Turn signal, left Overview of interior lighting To switch on: turn the light switch to the à position. Front overhead control panel (Coupe) Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :. The _ indicator lamp in the multifunction display lights up if it is dark and the light sen- sor activates the low-beam headlamps.
  • Page 122: Replacing Bulbs

    Windshield wipers Crash-responsive emergency lighting | Switches the automatic interior light- ing control on/off The interior lighting is activated automatically if c Switches the front interior lighting on/ the vehicle is involved in an accident. To switch off the crash-responsive emer- gency lighting:press the hazard warning lamp button.
  • Page 123: Windshield Wipers

    Switch on the power supply with the Start/ Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Stop button or the SmartKey ( page 136). the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- Turn the combination switch to the corre- cialist workshop.
  • Page 124 Windshield wipers On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: blade in the direction of arrow : beyond the point of resistance. Switch off the engine. The wiper blade engages in the removal posi- Remove your foot from the brake pedal. tion with an audible click. Set the windshield wiper to the °...
  • Page 125 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
  • Page 126: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Optimum climate control is only achieved with Useful information the side windows and roof closed. If you start the engine using your smartphone, This Operator's Manual describes all models the last selected climate control setting is reac- and all standard and optional equipment of tivated ( page 138).
  • Page 127: Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Sets climate control to automatic, left ( page 127) Sets the temperature, left ( page 128) Sets the airflow, left ( page 128) Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 130) Defrosts the windshield ( page 129) Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system (see separate operating instruc- tions)
  • Page 128 Operating the climate control systems not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also Operating the climate control sys- not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up tems more quickly. Therefore, deactivate the cooling with air-dehumidification function only briefly. Activating/deactivating climate con- The "Cooling with air dehumidification"...
  • Page 129: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- Á button flashes function. three times or remains Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 130: Setting The Air Distribution

    Operating the climate control systems S Directs air through the center, side and Setting the temperature footwell vents General notes a Directs air through the defroster and footwell vents W Sets the air distribution to automatic Setting the air distribution using the multimedia system The air distribution for the left and right sides of the driver and front-passenger area can be...
  • Page 131: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Switch on automatic mode using the à Defrosting the windshield rocker switch. You can use this function to defrost the wind- If the windows continue to fog up, activate the shield or to clear a fogged up windshield or front "Windshield defrosting"...
  • Page 132: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.
  • Page 133: Perfume Atomizer

    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: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents To refill the perfume vial: unscrew the lid of Always refill the empty refillable vial with the same perfume. Otherwise, you might not ach- the empty perfume vial to refill it yourself. ieve optimum results from the perfume atom- Fill the perfume vial with a maximum of izer.
  • Page 135: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air Setting the side air vents through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes: keep the air inlet between the windshield and the hood free of blockages, such as ice, snow or leaves.
  • Page 136: Rear

    Setting the air vents To open or close:turn control : to the right You can adjust the blower output of AIRSCARF vents : using the AIRSCARF button or left. page 108). Setting the rear-compartment air vents To open/close: press control =. The control pops out.
  • Page 137: Useful Information

    Driving Additional breaking-in notes for Mercedes-AMG Useful information vehicles: Do not drive faster than 85 mph (140 km/h) This Operator's Manual describes all models for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km). and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- Only allow the engine to reach a maximum tion of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 138: Key Positions Smartkey

    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 139: Key Positions

    Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the the engine or lights up while driving SmartKey: page 257). If Start/Stop button : has not yet been the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey ignition lock.
  • Page 140: Starting The Engine

    Driving General notes Starting the engine During a cold start, the engine runs at higher Important safety notes speeds to enable the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature. The sound of WARNING the engine may change during this time. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Automatic transmission...
  • Page 141: Pulling Away

    Driving previously selected climate control setting is Pulling away activated. In this way you can cool or heat the interior of the vehicle before starting the jour- General notes ney. WARNING Only start the engine via your smartphone if it is safe to start and run the engine where your vehi- If the engine speed is above the idling speed cle is parked.
  • Page 142: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving The ECO start/stop function is activated when- Therefore, quickly move your foot from the ever you switch on the engine using the Smart- brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never Key or the Start/Stop button. leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start If the engine has been switched off automati- assist.
  • Page 143 Driving Automatic engine start If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as The engine starts automatically if: the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehi- you switch off the ECO start/stop function by cle stops.
  • Page 144 Driving Problems with the engine 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: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission position display ( page 144) in the multifunc- Automatic transmission tion display. Important safety notes Engaging park position P WARNING If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle If the engine speed is above the idling speed is moving, do not shift the automatic trans- and you engage transmission position D or R, mission directly from D to R, from R to D or...
  • Page 146: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission If the transmission is in position D or N: push With the Start/Stop button: if you then open the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first the driver's door or the front-passenger door, point of resistance. the automatic transmission shifts to P automat- ically.
  • Page 147: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Park position Only shift the transmission into posi- tion P when the vehicle is stationary page 153). The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. Always apply the electronic parking brake in addition to the park- ing lock in order to secure the vehi- cle.
  • Page 148: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Driving tips Program selector button Changing gear The automatic transmission shifts to the indi- vidual gears automatically when it is in trans- mission position D. This automatic gear shifting behavior is determined by: the selected drive program ( page 146) the position of the accelerator pedal page 146)
  • Page 149: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission You can also activate manual drive program M Automatic drive program using the steering wheel paddle shifters page 147). In manual drive program M, you Automatic drive program E can briefly change gear yourself by using the Drive program E (drive program C on Mercedes- steering wheel paddle shifters.
  • Page 150: Manual Drive Program (Mercedes Amg Vehicles)

    Automatic transmission All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Shift to recommended gear ; according to cles:) M and the selected gear appear in the gearshift recommendation : when shown in the multifunction display of the instrument multifunction display. cluster. Shifting gears Deactivating If you pull on the left or right steering wheel If you have activated manual drive program M, it...
  • Page 151 Automatic transmission currently selected drive program and which gear Before the engine speed reaches the red area, is engaged in the multifunction display. an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi- function display. Press the program selector button page 146) repeatedly until M appears in When message ;...
  • Page 152: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
  • Page 153: Refueling

    Refueling For further information on fuel and fuel quality If you or others come into contact with fuel, page 357). observe the following: Wash away fuel from skin immediately using soap and water. Refueling If fuel comes into contact with your eyes, General information immediately rinse them thoroughly with clean water.
  • Page 154: Closing

    Refueling Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehi- pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and cle. refuel. If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes.
  • Page 155: Parking

    Parking Parking Switching off the engine Important safety notes Important safety notes WARNING WARNING Flammable material such as leaves, grass or The automatic transmission switches to neu- twigs may ignite if they come into contact with tral position N when you switch off the engine. hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 156: Parking Brake

    Parking When the driver's door is closed, this corre- When leaving the vehicle, always take the sponds to SmartKey position 1. When the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never driver's door is open, this corresponds to leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. SmartKey position 0: "SmartKey removed".
  • Page 157: Emergency Braking

    Parking To release: pull handle :. the seat belt has been fastened The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada you depress the accelerator pedal only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster If the automatic transmission is in position R, goes out.
  • Page 158: Driving Tips

    Driving tips nect a trickle charger to the charging socket in Driving tips the trunk. General driving tips Important safety notes WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, 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.
  • Page 159: Driving Tips

    Always have choice of route work on the engine carried out at a qualified electrical consumers switched on specialist workshop . Mercedes-Benz recom- These factors are not included in the ECO dis- mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- play.
  • Page 160: Important Safety Notes

    This could cause The bar empties: fluctuations in speed damage to the drive train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- Coasting (assessment of all deceleration ranty. processes)
  • Page 161: Maintenance

    Have the brake system checked immediately. Consult a qualified specialist workshop to brake pads/linings that have been approved arrange this. by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent standard of quality Vehicles with 4MATIC: function or per- Other brake disks or brake pads/linings can formance tests may only be carried out on a 2- compromise the safety of your vehicle.
  • Page 162: High-Performance Brake System

    For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in fluid which has not been approved for conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an you must drive in the following manner: equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's lower your speed operating safety.
  • Page 163: Driving Systems

    Cruise control lever which enhance comfort and support the driver in critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all elements of active and passive safety in one well thought out system –...
  • Page 164: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems When you activate cruise control, the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for five seconds. In the speedometer, the segments between the stored speed and the maximum speed light up. Storing and maintaining the current speed Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you :.
  • Page 165: Deactivating

    Driving systems Change into a lower gear in good time on long Cruise control is not deactivated if you and steep downhill gradients. This is especially depress the accelerator pedal. If you acceler- important if the vehicle is laden. By doing so, you ate to overtake, cruise control adjusts the will make use of the braking effect of the engine.
  • Page 166: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style, DISTRONIC PLUS can neither reduce the risk of accident nor WARNING override the laws of physics. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take into account the road, traffic and DISTRONIC PLUS does not react to: weather conditions.
  • Page 167: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Cruise control lever Activating To activate or increase speed Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ;, up : or down = . To activate or reduce speed DISTRONIC PLUS is selected. To deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS To adjust the set speed in1 mphincre- To activate at the current speed/last stored ments (1 km/hincrements):briefly press speed...
  • Page 168: Driving With Distronic Plus

    Driving systems If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC Activating at the current speed/last PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal. stored speed Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards WARNING you :. If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed, the vehicle acceler- Accelerate briefly.
  • Page 169: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle is When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the trans- accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted if mission is shifted automatically to position P if: changing lanes takes too long or if the distance the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the between your vehicle and the vehicle in front driver's door is open.
  • Page 170: Displays In The Instrument Cluster

    Driving systems Setting a specified minimum distance When you switch on DISTRONIC PLUS, trian- gle ; shows the stored speed. You can set the specified minimum distance for If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span segments between the speed of the vehicle in between one and two seconds.
  • Page 171: Deactivating

    Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- multifunction display for approximately five sec- onds. The last speed stored remains stored until you switch off the engine. DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated you engage the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with the elec- tric parking brake...
  • Page 172 Driving systems Cornering, going into and coming out of a Narrow vehicles bend DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehi- cle in front on the edge of the road, because of The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehi- its narrow width.
  • Page 173: Pilot

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and traffic, for example, could cause your vehicle to Stop&Go Pilot does not detect road and traffic pull away unintentionally. conditions. If you are following a vehicle which is driving towards the edge of the road, your vehi- cle could come into contact with the curb or DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist...
  • Page 174: Hold Function

    Driving systems Information in the multifunction display Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are acti- vated again automatically after a lane change is completed. Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot do not pro- vide any support: on very sharp corners when a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has been detected and displayed Pay attention also to the important safety notes If Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are activa-...
  • Page 175: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Important safety notes Activating the HOLD function WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply. the HOLD function has been deactivated by pressing the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal, e.g.
  • Page 176: Active Body Control Abc

    Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle Crosswind Assist is active in the speed range automatically if the HOLD function is activated between 50 mph (80 km/h) and when the vehicle is stationary and: 130 mph (210 km/h) when driving straight ahead or cornering gently.
  • Page 177 Driving systems Setting the vehicle level All vehicles except AMG vehicles: the Active Body Control SPORT message To raise the vehicle: press button :. appears in the multifunction display. Indicator lamp ; lights up. AMG vehicles: the AMG Suspension Sys‐ To lower the vehicle: press button : again.
  • Page 178: Airmatic

    Driving systems AMG vehicles: the AMG Ride Control sections of the route have a very small radius of curvature CURVE message appears in the multifunction display. you accelerate hard or brake sharply ROAD SURFACE SCAN AIRMATIC This function is not available in all countries. General notes If you have selected the CURVE driving mode, the ROAD SURFACE SCAN function is availa-...
  • Page 179: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)

    Driving systems poor road surfaces. Your selection remains Sports tuning stored even if you remove the SmartKey from The firmer setting of the suspension tuning in the ignition lock. SPORT mode ensures the best possible contact Start the engine. with the road. Select this mode when employing a sporty driving style, e.g.
  • Page 180: Parktronic

    Driving systems Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the AMG Suspen‐ PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a replace- ment for your attention to your immediate sur- sion System COMFORT message appears in roundings. You are always responsible for safe the multifunction display. maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space.
  • Page 181: Warning Display

    Driving systems Rear sensors Center Approx. 48 in (approx. 120 cm) Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. 80 cm) Minimum distance Center Approx. 8 in (approx. 20 cm) Corners Approx. 6 in (approx. 15 cm) Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side (example) If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- evant warning displays light up and a warning...
  • Page 182: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Transmission posi- Warning display tion Front area activated R, N or the vehicle is Rear and front areas activated rolling backwards No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- cle's distance from the obstacle.
  • Page 183: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Parking spaces that are partially occupied by Active Parking Assist trailer drawbars might not be identified as such or be measured incorrectly. General notes Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking aid space being measured inaccurately.
  • Page 184: Parking

    Driving systems Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- that are parallel to the direction of travel and ing in spaces at right angles to the direction of at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) longer than your vehi- travel if: that are at right angles to the direction of two parking spaces are located directly next travel and at least 39.5 in (1.0 m) wider than...
  • Page 185: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems As soon as the parking procedure is complete, When PARKTRONIC detects obstacles, Park Assist Switched Off message Active Parking Assist brakes automatically appears and a warning tone sounds. The vehicle during the parking process. You are respon- is now parked. The vehicle is kept stationary sible for braking in good time.
  • Page 186 Driving systems vehicle exits the parking space. You are example when you recognize that it is already responsible for braking in good time. possible to pull out of the parking space. Start the engine. Canceling Active Parking Assist Release the electric parking brake. Switch on the turn signal in the direction you Stop the movement of the multifunction will drive out of the parking space.
  • Page 187: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Rear view camera if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this General notes event, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the rear view camera may be restricted due to additional accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
  • Page 188 Driving systems Displays in the multimedia system The rear view camera may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all. The rear view camera does not show objects in the following positions: very close to the rear bumper under the rear bumper in the area immediately above the badge in the trunk lid...
  • Page 189 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle Backing up straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Parking space marking Yellow guide line for the vehicle width White guide line without turning the steering including the exterior mirrors, for current wheel, vehicle width including the exterior steering wheel angle (dynamic)
  • Page 190: Object Detection

    Driving systems 180° view White guide line at current steering wheel angle Symbol for the 180° view function Parking space marking Own vehicle Turn the steering wheel to the center position PARKTRONIC warning displays while the vehicle is stationary. You can also use the rear view camera to select a 180°...
  • Page 191 Driving systems The cameras cover the immediate surroundings make sure that there are no persons, animals or of the vehicle. The 360° camera assists you, for objects in the area in which you are maneuver- instance when parking or at exits with reduced ing.
  • Page 192 Driving systems Switching on the 360° camera and mul- tional accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g. license plate holder, bicycle rack). timedia system On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis, Press the Ø button in the center console. depending on technical conditions, leaving the The vehicle menu is displayed.
  • Page 193 Driving systems Displays in the multimedia system Important safety notes The camera system may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all. Obstacles are not shown by the system in the following locations: under the front and rear bumpers very close to the front and rear bumpers in close range above the handle on the trunk Vehicle center axle (marker assistance)
  • Page 194: Attention Assist

    Driving systems You can also select the side camera setting Red guide line at a distance of approximately for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the 180°...
  • Page 195 Driving systems Important safety notes Select the Assistance display for ATTENTION ASSIST using the on-board computer ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It page 217). might not always recognize fatigue or increasing The following information is displayed: inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all.
  • Page 196: Traffic Sign Assist

    Driving systems not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST con- tinues to detect increasing lapses in concentra- tion, you will be warned again after 15 minutes at the earliest. This will only happen if ATTEN- TION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration.
  • Page 197: Night View Assist Plus

    Driving systems Speed limit with unknown restriction Canceling the speed limit Maximum permitted speed The speed limit no longer applies :. Maximum permitted speed for vehicles for The unit for the speed limit (km/h or mph) which the restriction in the additional sign is depends on the country in which you are driv- relevant ing.
  • Page 198: Pedestrian And Animal Recogni Tion

    Driving systems pedestrians and animals. Observe the notes on pedestrians are not in an upright position, e.g. cleaning the infrared camera ( page 302). sitting, squatting or lying animals are not recognized by the system, Infrared light is not visible to the human eye e.g.
  • Page 199: Spotlight Function

    Driving systems darkness lamps are deactivated at speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h). The Night View image continues to outside built-up areas be displayed until you deactivate it by press- below an ambient temperature of 90 ‡ ing button :. (32 †).
  • Page 200: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems In the light menu, select the spotlight function Pedestrian symbol : in the assistance graphic of Night View Assist Plus ( page 221). indicates the status of the spotlight function. If the symbol is displayed not filled in, the function The spotlight function does not flash at animals.
  • Page 201 Driving systems to vehicles detected in the monitored area. If Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- you then switch on the corresponding turn sig- approved way. nal to change lane, you will also receive an opti- Any unauthorized modification to this device cal and audible warning.
  • Page 202 Driving systems The detection of obstacles can be impaired in If you select the reverse gear, Active Blind Spot the case of: Assist is not operational. The brightness of the warning lamps is auto- there is dirt on the sensors or anything else matically adapted to the brightness of the sur- covering the sensors roundings.
  • Page 203: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist General notes If a course-correcting brake application occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the exterior mir- ror and a dual warning tone sounds. In addition, display ; underlining the danger of a side col- Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in lision appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 204 Driving systems In order that you are warned only when neces- In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist sary and in good time if you cross the lane mark- can: ing, the system recognizes certain conditions give an unnecessary warning and then and warns you accordingly.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist may not detect other road users or traffic situations. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any time if you: steer slightly in the opposite direction switch on the turn signal clearly brake or accelerate A lane-correcting brake application is interrup- ted automatically if: ®...
  • Page 206 Driving systems you switch on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time. a driving safety system intervenes, such as ® ABS, BAS or ESP When Adaptive is selected, no warning vibra- tion occurs if: you switch on the turn signals.
  • Page 207: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation For an overview, see the instrument panel illus- Useful information tration ( page 32). This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of Displays and operation your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 208: Temperature Gauge

    Displays and operation You can control the multifunction display and Coolant temperature gauge the settings in the on-board computer using the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel. WARNING Left control panel Opening the hood when the engine is over- heated or when there is a fire in the engine ò...
  • Page 209: Important Safety Notes

    Displays and operation Right control panel j Active Parking Assist ( page 181) _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus Rejects or ends a call page 118) Exits the telephone book/redial a DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and memory Stop&Go Pilot ( page 171) --- km/h Additional speedometer Makes or accepts a call...
  • Page 210 Displays and operation Displays and operation Press button :. When the Head-up Display is switched on, the display appears in the driver's field of vision. Switching the Head-up Display on/off Standard displays in the Head-up Display Navigation messages Current speed Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS set speed Detected traffic signs AMG displays in the Head-up Display...
  • Page 211: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Upshift indicator Currently selected gear, gearshift options when shifting manually Current engine speed Current speed Setting options Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can select the following menu: You can adjust the following settings in the Head-up Display submenu: Trip menu ( page 210)
  • Page 212: Displaying The Range

    Menus and submenus Recuperation display = shows you if energy Trip menu has been recuperated from the kinetic energy in overrun mode and saved in the battery. Standard display Recuperation display = depends on the engine installed and is therefore not available in all vehicles.
  • Page 213: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Trip computer "From Start" or "From Digital speedometer Reset" Press the ò button on the steering wheel Distance to open the menu list. Driving time Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Average speed select the Trip menu.
  • Page 214 Menus and submenus Route guidance active "From Reset" trip computer ECO display No change of direction announced ECO display If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From Start" trip computer are also reset. If you reset the values in the "From Start"...
  • Page 215: Radio Menu

    Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Recommended lane B: in this lane you will be able to complete the next change of direction tion system and the one after that. Change of direction without lane recom- mendation Additional information Other possible additional information: New Route...
  • Page 216: Changing The Media Source

    Menus and submenus The multifunction display shows station ; with You can change the media source and playback station frequency or station name. The preset mode (audio, video or TV) at any time in the position is only displayed along with station ; if Media menu.
  • Page 217: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus Video DVD operation Audio data from various audio devices or media can be played, depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle. Switch on the multimedia system (see sepa- rate operating instructions). Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list.
  • Page 218 Menus and submenus Press the 6 button on the steering wheel Only operate the equipment when the traffic to accept an incoming call. situation permits. If you are not sure that this is possible, park the vehicle paying attention Rejecting or ending a call to traffic conditions and operate the equip- ment when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 219: Assistance Graphic Menu

    Menus and submenus Redialing Distance warning and the autonomous braking function COLLISION PREVENTION The on-board computer saves the last names or ASSIST PLUS ( page 68) numbers dialed in the redial memory. ® PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 72) Press the ò button on the steering wheel Active Blind Spot Assist ( page 198) to open the menu list.
  • Page 220: Deactivating/Activating

    Menus and submenus Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Settings menu select the Settings menu. Introduction Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Use : or 9 to select the DriveAssist submenu. Press a to confirm your selection. Press the : or 9 button to select ESP.
  • Page 221: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus signs and messages should be displayed in the ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE lower part of the speedometer. Brake Press the ò button on the steering wheel ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available for vehicles to open the menu list. with the Driving Assistance Plus package.
  • Page 222: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Head-up Display submenu Setting ATTENTION ASSIST Press the ò button on the steering wheel Selecting other displays to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel.
  • Page 223: Setting The Position

    Menus and submenus Light submenu Setting the position You can adjust the position of the head-up dis- Switching the spotlight function on/off play on the windshield. You can compensate for height differences if the seat positions are Press ò on the steering wheel to open the changed, for example.
  • Page 224: Additional Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Press the ò button on the steering wheel Press a to confirm your selection. to open the menu list. Using : or 9, select the Additional Press the : or 9 button on the steering Speedometer [km/h] function.
  • Page 225: Display Messages

    Display messages SETUP Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the menu. Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Upshift indicator: upshift indicator indicates that the engine has reached the overrevving range when in the manual drive program.
  • Page 226: Message Memory

    Display messages The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the messages have been remedied. Message memory The on-board computer saves certain display messages in the message memory. You can call up the display messages: Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Service menu.
  • Page 227: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ® BAS (Brake Assist), PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist, Currently Unavaila‐ Crosswind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and ble See Operator's Active Blind Spot Assist are temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 228 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist, Cross- wind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Inoperative See Blind Spot are unavailable due to a malfunction.
  • Page 229: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function, Hill Start Assist, Cross- wind Assist, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Currently Unavaila‐ Blind Spot are unavailable due to a malfunction. ble See Operator's ®...
  • Page 230: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights (USA You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the ignition only) (Canada was switched off. only) Switch on the ignition. Turn On the Igni‐...
  • Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 232: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) (USA or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then only) (Canada goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 233: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily not operational. tion Assist Plus Possible causes are: Currently Unavaila‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- ble See Operator's tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or Manual other sources of electromagnetic radiation.
  • Page 234: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Operator's Man‐ is temporarily restricted or inoperative: ® PRE-SAFE PLUS ® PRE-SAFE Brake COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS Active Lane Keeping Assist Active Blind Spot Assist DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot...
  • Page 235 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service Required Front The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction...
  • Page 236: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are bag Disabled See deactivated during the journey, although: Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are bag Enabled See enabled during the journey, although: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
  • Page 238: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS classifies the occu- pant. If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating correctly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 52).
  • Page 239: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand brake lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Brake Lamp Check Right Brake Lamp The high-mounted brake lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Center Brake Lamp The left or right-hand tail lamp/brake lamp is defective.
  • Page 240: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand side marker lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The left or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 241: Display Message

    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 292).
  • Page 242: Display Message

    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 243: Display Message

    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 244: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed.
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions AIRMATIC is defective. A warning tone also sounds. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Make only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement is too large. Listen for scraping sounds.
  • Page 246: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABC Malfunction Coupe only: The Active Body Control (ABC) function is restricted. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Active Lane Keeping Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative.
  • Page 247: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering inter- vention was active. While steering intervention is active, make sure that the multifunc- tion steering wheel is not touched unintentionally. ® The vehicle has started to skid and ESP has intervened.
  • Page 248: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Spotlight Inopera‐ Night View Assist Plus is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. tive Possible causes are: the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. the camera in the radiator trim is dirty. visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 249 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.
  • Page 250: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. there have been no lane markings for an extended period.
  • Page 251: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Please Correct Tire The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Pressure pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 327).
  • Page 252: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Press. Monitor Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, no Currently Unavaila‐ signals from the tire pressure sensors are detected. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning. Drive on.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Transmission Not in The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is in P Risk of Vehicle position R, N or D. Rolling Away A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 254: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Stop Vehicle Leave PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: Engine Running Wait The transmission has overheated. Pulling away can be temporarily Transmission Cool‐ impaired or not possible. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 255: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering Mal‐ WARNING function See Opera‐ tor's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
  • Page 256: Smartkey

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The on-board voltage is too low. Start the engine. Start Engine See Operator's Manual ¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. Check Washer Fluid Add washer fluid ( page 293).
  • Page 257: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  The SmartKey is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key Not Detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.
  • Page 258: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 259: Warning Lamp

    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) or J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 260: Warning Lamp

    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 deactivated due to a malfunction. Therefore BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ®...
  • Page 261: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake warning lamp, the yellow ÷! ® warning lamp and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 262 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 is lit while the engine is running. ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST ®...
  • Page 263: Check Engine Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only) or ! (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 264: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow reserve fuel warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. In addition, the ; Check Engine warning lamp may light up. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking.
  • Page 265 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 malfunctioning.
  • Page 266: Plus

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 257 ‡ (125 †), you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-start traffic.
  • Page 267: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS (pressure loss or 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 268: Warning Lamps

    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 269: Useful Information

    Stowage areas Useful information these components to cool down before touch- ing them. This Operator's Manual describes all models The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle and all standard and optional equipment of are dependent on the distribution of the load your vehicle available at the time of publica- within the vehicle.
  • Page 270: Stowage Space

    Stowage areas To lock: insert the mechanical key into the Close the lockable stowage spaces before lock and turn it 90° clockwise to position 2. starting a journey. To unlock: insert the mechanical key into the Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- lock and turn it 90°...
  • Page 271: Stowage Compartment

    Stowage areas Stowage space in the rear Stowage compartment under the armrest Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest To open: press button : or ; and fold the armrest to the left or right. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a USB To open: fold down the seat armrest.
  • Page 272: Parcel Net Hooks

    Stowage areas To open: fold down the rear armrest. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;. To open: fold down the rear armrest. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;. Cabriolet: if you fold down the outer valance If necessary, pull outer valance = up and at the back of the stowage box, you can also then fold down.
  • Page 273 Stowage areas Coupe Fold out hook = on the underside of the trunk floor. There are two parcel net hooks in the trunk (Cabriolet). There are four parcel net hooks in the trunk (Coupe). Stowage well under the trunk floor Coupe Clip hook = into groove ?.
  • Page 274: Features

    Features Cup holder in the front center console Features Cup holder Important safety notes WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cupholders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets cannot always retain all objects they contain.
  • Page 275: Features

    Features To fold in: remove the container. The cup holder folds in automatically. To close: slide cup holder : or ; back until it engages. Mirror light Bracket Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket Vanity mirror Mirror cover Cabriolet Fold down the rear seat armrest.
  • Page 276: Ashtray

    Features Ashtray sunblind is extended or retracted. There is a risk of injury. Front ashtray When extending or retracting make sure that no parts of the body are in the sweep of the roller sunblind. Briefly press the button again if someone becomes trapped.
  • Page 277: General Notes

    Features Cigarette lighter in the front compart- Socket in the front-compartment center ment console Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition To open: briefly press marking =. lock ( page 136). Stowage compartment ; opens. To open: briefly press marking =. Lift up the cover of socket :.
  • Page 278: Coolbox

    Features Socket in the trunk Vehicles with rear seat armrest: fold down the rear seat armrest. Pull handle : and fold down cover ;. Lift up the cover of socket :. To open: pull handle : on the cover. Fold the cover out to the front. Coolbox in the rear compartment (Coupe) To switch cooling level to low: press but-...
  • Page 279: General Notes

    Assistance button does not light up during tact one of the following telephone hotlines: self-diagnosis of the system. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The indicator lamp in the ï MB Info call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or button does not light up during self-diagnosis 1-866-990-9007 of the system.
  • Page 280: Emergency Call

    Have the system checked at the nearest author- current location of the vehicle (as determined ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- by the GPS system) lowing service hotlines: vehicle identification number...
  • Page 281: Roadside Assistance Button

    : briefly to open. side Assistance button :. Press and hold the SOS button for at least one This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- second ;. tomer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in SOS button ; flashes The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance until the emergency call is concluded.
  • Page 282: Mb Info Call Button

    To call MB Info: press MB Info call button :. You can find more information in the separate This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- mbrace manual. tomer Assistance Center. The system has not been able to initiate a Road-...
  • Page 283: Search & Send

    MB Info call button ï to four way points. is flashing continuously. You are prompted to confirm route guidance to no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz the address entered. Customer Assistance Center was estab- lished. SelectYes...
  • Page 284: Vehicle Remote Unlocking

    15 to 60 minutes. After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be locked remotely. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: The vehicle remote closing feature is available if...
  • Page 285 Data... message appears. If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for The vehicle data is sent to the Customer longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz Assistance Center. Customer Assistance Center is automatically notified. Depending on what the customer service rep-...
  • Page 286: General Notes

    Features Geo fencing Information on Roadside Assistance page 25). Geo fencing allows you to select areas which the vehicle should not enter or leave. You will be Downloading routes informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries of the selected areas. You can select the way in Downloading routes allows you to transfer and which you receive this information beforehand.
  • Page 287: Important Safety Notes

    Features door opener, contact an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free of charge) ® More information on HomeLink...
  • Page 288: Problems When Programming

    Features Several attempts might be necessary. You Proceed as follows: should test every position for at least if you live in Canada 25 seconds before trying another position. if you have difficulties programming the garage door opener (regardless of where you Synchronizing the rolling code live) when using the programming steps Pay attention to the "Important safety notes"...
  • Page 289: Floormats

    Features Clearing the memory operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz. Make sure that you clear the memory of the Replace the batteries in garage door remote integrated garage door opener before selling the control A. This increases the likelihood that vehicle.
  • Page 290: Infrared Reflective

    Features To remove: pull the floormat from retain- ers ;. Remove the floormat. Infrared reflective windshield The infrared reflecting glass prevents the vehi- cle interior from becoming too hot. It also blocks radio waves from penetrating the windshield up into the gigahertz range. In order to operate radio-controlled equipment, e.g.
  • Page 291: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all models components. Certain components, such as and all standard and optional equipment of the radiator fan, may continue to run or start your vehicle available at the time of publica- again suddenly when the ignition is off.
  • Page 292: Checking The Oil Level

    Engine compartment Make sure that the windshield wipers are Engine oil not folded away from the windshield. You General notes could otherwise damage the windshield wip- ers or the hood. Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 l) of oil per 600 miles (1000 km).
  • Page 293: On-Board Computer

    Engine compartment Example Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide tube to the stop, and take it out again. Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX tube. mark ;, the oil level is correct.
  • Page 294 Certain components in the engine compart- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Service center. Working in the engine compartment poses a Damage to the engine or exhaust system is risk of injury.
  • Page 295: Adding Washer Fluid

    ;. until it engages. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the washer fluid level drops below the recom- mended minimum of 1 liter, a message appears Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as in the multifunction display prompting you to it will go.
  • Page 296: Assyst Plus

    A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the You can obtain further information from an ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 297: Care

    Driving abroad Braking efficiency is reduced after washing the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can obtain After the vehicle has been washed, brake further information from any authorized carefully while paying attention to the traffic Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 298: Power Washer

    Use a soft sponge to clean. and block the wheels. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Observe the following to make sure that the automatic transmission stays in position N neu- Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- tral: tle jet of water.
  • Page 299: Paint

    If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint Do not aim directly at any of the following: surface, use the paint care products recommen- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the tires case approximately every three to five months, door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.
  • Page 300: Aircap

    Have the mottled areas). soft-top seams sealed at a qualified specialist Always have paintwork repairs carried out at a workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. qualified specialist workshop. Cover the soft top appropriately if you plan Do not use wash programs with a hot wax treatment under any circumstances.
  • Page 301: Wheels

    Clean net ; of the AIRCAP wind screen with a moist cloth together with the care and cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Clean net ; of the wind deflector with a soft brush or a moist cloth. For heavier soiling,...
  • Page 302: Exterior Lights

    Deposits such as leaves, petals and with a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, pollen may under certain circumstances pre- e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning vent water from draining away. This can lead cloths. to corrosion damage and damage to elec- tronic components.
  • Page 303: Camera

    Care Cleaning the 360° camera Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the 360° camera with a power washer.360 Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and Clean sensors : of the driving systems with that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the igni- water, car shampoo and a soft cloth.
  • Page 304: Display

    Care cleaning it regularly, especially in winter and after washing. Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Interior care Cleaning the display For cleaning, do not use any of the following: alcohol-based thinner or gasoline...
  • Page 305: Gear Or Selector Lever

    Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified leather care agents that have been recom- specialist workshop. mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Leather is a natural product. Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- It exhibits natural surface characteristics, for...
  • Page 306: Carpets

    Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 307: Useful Information

    Flat tire Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publica- tion of the Operator's Manual. Country-spe- cific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
  • Page 308: Moextended Tires

    Flat tire Open the driver's door. In addition to the vehicle load, the driving dis- The on-board electronics now have status 0. tance possible depends upon: This is the same as the SmartKey having been vehicle speed removed. road condition Remove the Start/Stop button from the igni- outside temperature tion lock (...
  • Page 309: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire you see smoke and smell rubber. If tire sealant is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly and drink ® is intervening constantly. plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting, there are tears in the sidewalls of the tire. and seek medical attention immediately.
  • Page 310: Tire Pressure Not Reached

    Flat tire If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has been attained after five minutes, see "Tire pres- sure reached" ( page 308). If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes, see "Tire pressure not reached"...
  • Page 311: Battery (Vehicle)

    In cases such as the one mentioned above, WARNING contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- Work carried out incorrectly on the battery ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the can lead, for example, to a short circuit and USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 312 Battery (vehicle) safety-relevant systems, e.g the lighting sys- sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can tem, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) or the ignite. There is a risk of an explosion. ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- Make sure that the positive terminal of a ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted.
  • Page 313 You can also minal clamp firmly. charge the battery with a charger recommended Comply with safety precautions and take pro- by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- tective measures when handling batteries. ist workshop for further information. Risk of explosion.
  • Page 314: Jump-Starting

    Keep children away from batter- battery charger which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger ies. Wash away battery acid immediately with unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehi-...
  • Page 315 Jump-starting Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient ven- tilation while charging and jump-starting. Do not lean over a battery. WARNING During the charging process, a battery produces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can ignite.
  • Page 316 Jump-starting Make sure that: the jumper cables are not damaged. when the jumper cables are connected to the battery, uninsulated sections of the terminal clamp do not come into contact with other metal sections. the jumper cables cannot come into contact with parts which can move when the engine is running, such as the V-belt pulley or the fan.
  • Page 317: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Slide cover C of positive terminal = in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal = on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery D using the jumper cable. Always begin with positive terminal = on your own vehicle first. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed.
  • Page 318: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting When towing, pull away slowly and Installing/removing the towing eye smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, the Installing the towing eye vehicles could be damaged. Shift the automatic transmission to N and do not open the driver's or front passenger's door during towing.
  • Page 319: Emergency Engine Starting

    Towing and tow-starting All vehicles In order to ensure that the automatic transmis- sion stays in position N when towing the vehicle, You may only secure the vehicle by the you must observe the following points: wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as You must use the SmartKey instead of the axle or steering components.
  • Page 320: Fuses

    If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the fuse box when the cover is open. cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz When closing the cover, make sure that it is Center.
  • Page 321: Fuses

    Close the hood. ation of the fuses. Fuse box in the trunk S-Class Coupe Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. When closing the cover, make sure that it is...
  • Page 322 S-Class Cabriolet The fuse box is located behind a cover on the rear of the seat backrests. Contact a qualified specialist workshop for more information, e.g. the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 323: Useful Information

    Operator's Manual. Country-spe- Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- cific differences are possible. Please note cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- that your vehicle may not be equipped with all rectly can impair the operating safety.
  • Page 324: Checking

    Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where the bar indicator other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire monitoring systems.
  • Page 325: Winter Operation

    Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for body or chassis components. This could this type of damage. cause damage to the vehicle or the tires.
  • Page 326: Tire Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding and vehicle speed increase. standard of quality. the tires may wear excessively and/or...
  • Page 327: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
  • Page 328: Notes

    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 329: Maximum

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
  • Page 330: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure For information on the message display, refer to sequence will be repeated every time the vehi- the "Checking the tire pressure electronically" cle is started as long as the malfunction section ( page 329). exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu- minated, the system may not be able to detect Important safety notes or signal low tire pressure as intended.
  • Page 331: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure too low. The tire pressure monitor is not mal- After a teach-in process, the tire pressure mon- functioning. itor automatically detects new wheels or new sensors. As long as a clear allocation of the tire if the warning lamp flashes for around a pressure value to the individual wheels is not minute and then remains lit constantly, the possible, the...
  • Page 332 Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver's side B-pillar ( page 324). sure monitor You can find more tire pressure values for various operating conditions in the tire pres- Country Radio type approval number sure table inside the fuel filler flap...
  • Page 333: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Number of seats Driver's side B-pillar (example: Coupe) 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 334 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 335: All About Wheels And Tires

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Permissible load (maximum gross vehicle weight rating from the Tire and Loading Information placard minus the gross weight of all occupants): 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 540 lbs (245 kg) =960 lbs (435 kg) Example 3 Step 1 Combined maximum weight of occupants and load (data from the Tire and Loading Information...
  • Page 336: Temperature

    Example: Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Treadwear grade: 200 Observe the legally required minimum tire tread Traction grade: AA depth ( page 322).
  • Page 337: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview General: depending on the manufacturer's standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may not contain any letters or may contain one letter that precedes the size description.
  • Page 338 All about wheels and tires Load-bearing index: load-bearing index A is a The service specification is made up of load- bearing index A and speed rating B. numerical code that specifies the maximum load-bearing capacity of a tire. If the size description of your tire includes "ZR"...
  • Page 339: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires required speed rating for your vehicle can be Do not overload the tires by exceeding the found in the "Tires" section ( page 344). specified load limit. The maximum permissible load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and Further information about reading tire data can Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on be obtained from any qualified specialist work-...
  • Page 340: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires manufacture, starting with "01" for the first cal- Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards endar week. Positions three and four represent A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires the year of manufacture. For example, a tire that with regards to tread quality, tire traction and is marked with "3208", was manufactured in temperature characteristics.
  • Page 341 All about wheels and tires GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) PSI (pounds per square inch) The GVWR is the maximum permissible gross A standard unit of measure for tire pressure. weight of a fully loaded vehicle (the weight of the Aspect ratio vehicle including all accessories, occupants, fuel, luggage and the drawbar noseweight, if...
  • Page 342: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Load bearing index Tire-mounting tools should not be used near the valve. This could damage the electronic The load bearing index (also load index) is a code components. that contains the maximum load bearing capa- Only have tires changed at a qualified spe- city of a tire.
  • Page 343: Changing A Wheel

    To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the...
  • Page 344 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. Vehicles with AMG wheels and plastic hub...
  • Page 345: Mounting A New Wheel

    Changing a wheel Removing a wheel Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and dam- age it. Therefore, you should proceed care- fully and get a second person assist to you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt.
  • Page 346 Turn the ratchet wrench until the vehicle is only use wheel bolts which have been approved once again standing firmly on the ground. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Place the jack to one side. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal...
  • Page 347: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz Observe the notes on recommended tire pres- specifically for your vehicle. sures under various operating conditions page 324). These tires have been specially adapted for use with the control systems, such as ABS or Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold.
  • Page 348: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires Coupe S 550 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) 3, 2 RA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) Tires Wheels...
  • Page 349 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 100 H M+S Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) RA: 245/50 R18 100 H M+S RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) Tires Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 350 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes‑AMG S 63 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/45 ZR19 (104 Y) XL Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) 3, 5 RA: 285/40 ZR19 (107 Y) XL RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/45 ZR19 (104 Y) XL...
  • Page 351 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) RA: 285/35 R20 104 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2...
  • Page 352 Wheel and tire combinations Cabriolet S 550 Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) 2, 3 RA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) Tires Wheels...
  • Page 353 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 245/50 R18 100 H M+S Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) RA: 245/50 R18 100 H M+S RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.39 in (35.3 mm) Tires Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 354 Wheel and tire combinations Mercedes‑AMG S 63 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/45 ZR19 (104 Y) XL Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) 3, 5 RA: 285/40 ZR19 (107 Y) XL RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/45 ZR19 (104 Y) XL...
  • Page 355 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Wheels FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) RA: 285/35 R20 104 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset: 1.50 in (38 mm) FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2...
  • Page 356: Useful Information

    Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an may cause damage to your health and the health authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the of others. Using an exterior antenna takes into data for all vehicle variants and trim levels.
  • Page 357 380 - 460 MHz Deviations with respect to frequency bands, maximum transmission outputs or antenna 70 cm waveband 15 W positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. 400 - 460 MHz Coupe: the maximum transmission output Mobile communications 10 W (PEAK) at the base of the antenna must not...
  • Page 358: Identification Plates

    Identification plates There are no restrictions when positioning the antenna on the outside of the vehicle for the following wavebands: Trunked radio system/Tetra 70 cm waveband 2G/3G/4G Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Paint code The data shown on the vehicle identification plate is used only as an example.
  • Page 359 Mercedes- Benz Center or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can identify service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on the container: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) MB-Approval (e.g. MB-Approval 229.51) Other designations or recommendations indi-...
  • Page 360: Grade (Gasoline)

    Service products and filling capacities Gasoline If you or others come into contact with fuel, observe the following: Fuel grade Wash away fuel from skin immediately Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a using soap and water. gasoline engine. Do not switch on the ignition If fuel comes into contact with your eyes, if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
  • Page 361: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    In such cases, http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed The table shows which engine oils have been with the cleaning additive recommended by approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 362: Notes

    Information about approved brake fluid can be Engine oil viscosity obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop and the replace- ment confirmed in the Maintenance Booklet.
  • Page 363: Washer Fluid

    Model (Coupe) Capacity Further information on coolants can be found Mercedes‑AMG 8.2 US qt (7.8 l) in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- S 63 4MATIC vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Mercedes‑AMG 11.3 US qt (10.7 l) Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 364: Vehicle Data

    S 65 (Cabriolet) Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil Mercedes‑AMG 23.3 ± 0.4 oz approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. vehicles (Coupe) The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with (660 ± 10 g) any other PAG oil that is not approved for All other models 23.3 ±...
  • Page 365 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights (Coupe) All other models Vehicle height 55.7 in - 55.9 in (1416 mm - 1419 mm) Wheelbase 115.9 in (2945 mm) Turning radius 38.1 ft (11.60 m) Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load Dimensions and weights (Cabriolet) Model : Opening height Mercedes‑AMG...
  • Page 366 Vehicle data Mercedes‑AMG S 63 4MATIC Turning radius 39.0 ft (11.90 m) Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load Mercedes‑AMG S 65 Vehicle length Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Vehicle height Wheelbase Turning radius Maximum trunk load All other models Vehicle length 197.9 in (5027 mm) Vehicle width...

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