Page 1 Operator's Manual É2315842101qËÍ 2315842101 Order no. P231 0053 13 Part no. 231 584 21 01 Edition A 2017...
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Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.
Page 4 Contents Index ............3 Introduction ......... 23 Digital Operator's Manual ....22 At a glance ........... 31 Safety ........... 39 Opening and closing ......71 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..94 Lights and windshield wipers ..105 Climate control ......... 113 Driving and parking ......
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Index Active Body Control (except 1, 2, 3 ... Mercedes-AMG Vehicles) 12 V socket Display message ......219 see Sockets Active Body Control (Mercedes- AMG Vehicles) Display message ......219 Active Brake Assist ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Activating or deactivating ....197 Display message ......
Page 6 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..194 Setting the side air vents ....121 Audio system Switching AIRSCARF on/off .... 98 see separate operating instructions Air-conditioning system Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Climate control see Qualified specialist workshop AIRSCARF Authorized workshop Switching on/off ......98...
Page 7 Index DYNAMIC SELECT controller see also Digital Operator's Man- (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....132 ual ..........240 Emergency running mode ....143 Telephony ........243 Brake Assist Engaging drive position ....135 Engaging neutral ......135 see BAS (Brake Assist System) Brake Assist with cross-traffic Engaging park position automati- function...
Page 8 Index Care Maximum cooling ......119 Car wash ........266 Overview of systems ...... 113 Exhaust pipe ........270 Problem with the rear window Exterior lights ........ 269 defroster ........120 Matte finish ........268 Problems with cooling with air Notes ..........
Page 9 Index Cooling Engine ..........217 see Climate control General notes ........ 204 Copyright ..........30 Hiding (on-board computer) ... 204 Cornering light function KEYLESS-GO ........230 Lights ..........216 Display message ......216 Safety systems ......205 Function/notes ......107 Cruise control SmartKey ........
Page 10 Driving tips see Doors AMG ceramic brakes ..... 151 Driving abroad Automatic transmission ....136 Mercedes-Benz Service ....266 Brakes ........... 150 Driving on flooded roads ....152 Break-in period ......123 Driving safety system Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ..... 160 Downhill gradient ......
Page 11 Index ECO start/stop function Temperature (on-board computer, Automatic engine start ....128 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....201 Entering an address Automatic engine switch-off ..127 Deactivating/activating ....128 see also Digital Operator's Man- General information ....... 127 ual ..........240 Important safety notes ....127 ®...
Page 12 Index TIREFIT kit ........273 Programming (button in the rear- Floormats ........... 260 view mirror) ........257 Frequencies Synchronizing the rolling code ..258 Gear indicator (on-board com- Mobile phone ......... 310 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..201 Two-way radio ........ 310 Front-passenger seat Genuine parts ........
Page 13 Index Opening ......... 261 Removing the Start/Stop button ... 125 Horn ............31 Start/Stop button ......124 Starting the engine ......126 Hydroplaning ........152 Unlocking ......... 71 Kickdown Driving tips ........137 Ignition lock Manual gearshifting ....... 142 see Key positions Knee bag ..........
Page 14 Interior lighting Memory card (audio) ......195 see Replacing bulbs Memory function ....... 103 Loading aid (trunk) Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Raising/lowering the roof ....248 Active Blind Spot Assist ....183 Locking Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 186 see Central locking Active Parking Assist .....
Page 15 Index Multifunction steering wheel Faults ..........50 Operating the on-board computer .. 190 Operation ......... 47 Overview .......... 33 System self-test ....... 49 Music files Odometer ........... 192 see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........240 see Engine oil On-board computer AMG menu ........
Page 16 Applying automatically ....147 Applying or releasing manually ..146 Display message ......207 QR code Electric parking brake ....146 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Emergency braking ......147 Rescue card ........28 General notes ........ 146 Qualified specialist workshop ... 27 Releasing automatically ....
Page 17 Index Function/notes ......177 Important safety notes ....87 Switching on/off ......177 Opening/closing (with roof Rear window defroster switch) ..........88 General notes ........ 119 Opening/closing (with Smart- Problem (malfunction) ....120 Key) ..........89 Switching on/off ......119 Overview ..........
Page 18 Index Important safety notes ....94 Important safety information ... 83 Overview .......... 94 Opening/closing (all) ....... 85 Seat heating problem ...... 98 Opening/closing (front) ....84 Seat ventilation problem ....98 Opening/closing (rear) ....84 Sliding forward/back ....... 97 Overview ..........
Page 19 Index Standing lamps Suspension settings Display message ......216 Active Body Control (ABC) (except Switching on/off ......106 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....167 Start/stop function Active Body Control (ABC) see ECO start/stop function (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....169 Starting (engine) ........ 125 SETUP (on-board computer) ..
Page 20 Index Switching between mobile Definition of terms ......302 phones ........... 245 Direction of rotation ...... 304 Temperature Display message ......225 Coolant .......... 190 Distribution of the vehicle occu- Coolant (on-board computer, pants (definition) ......304 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....201 DOT (Department of Transporta- Engine oil (on-board computer, tion) (definition) ......
Page 21 Index Trip odometer TIN (Tire Identification Number) (definition) ........303 Calling up ........192 Tire bead (definition) ...... 303 Resetting (on-board computer) ..193 Trunk Tire pressure (definition) ....303 Tire pressures (recommended) ..302 Emergency release ......83 Tire size (data) ....... 308 Important safety notes ....
Page 22 Index USB devices see also Digital Operator's Man- Connecting to the Media Inter- ual ..........240 face ..........245 Seat ..........312 Type plate ........311 Voice Control System Vehicle see Separate operating instructions Correct use ........27 Data acquisition ....... 28 Display message ......
Page 23 Index Storing ........... 304 Tightening torque ......308 Wheel size/tire size ....... 308 Wind screen Electrical wind screen ...... 91 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ........118 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 264 Important safety notes ....
Page 24: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 241).
Page 25: Protection Of The Environment General Notes
Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
Page 26: Service And Warranty Information
Service and vehicle operation 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...
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: Declarations Of Conformity
Operating safety Operating safety There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high Important safety notes curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a WARNING curb or a hole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or...
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: 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 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: 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: Horn
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Climate control systems Ignition lock Combination switch Start/Stop button Adjusts the steering wheel Cruise control lever electrically Electric parking brake Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Diagnostics connection PARKTRONIC warning dis- Opens the hood play Overhead control panel...
Page 34 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Warning and indicator lamps: Speedometer with segments M SPORT handling mode Warning and indicator lamps: in Mercedes-AMG vehicles Electric parking brake (red) R This lamp has no func- F USA only tion ! Canada only N This lamp has no func- ! Electric parking brake...
Page 35 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on the Voice Con- through lists trol System Confirms a selection Mute Hides display messages Adjusts the volume Back Switches off the Voice Con- Rejects or ends a call...
Page 36: Upper Section
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND £ Hazard warning lamps c Seat heating 4 5 Indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å ESP (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Ò AIRSCARF è ECO start/stop button (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) c PARKTRONIC In vehicles with multimedia system COMAND you can find further information:...
Page 37: Center Console Lower Section
Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Shows the driving conditions menu in the COMAND dis- Cup holder play (vehicles with Active Ashtray Body Control) COMAND controller É Adjusts the vehicle level (vehicles with Active Seat adjustment Body Control) Favorites button...
Page 38 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Selects park position Cup holder Drive program selector Ashtray ß AMG button (drive pro- COMAND controller gram or calls up/stores sus- pension tuning) Seat adjustment à Sets the suspension Favorites button tuning Roof switch...
Page 39: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand ï MB Info call button reading lamp on/off (mbrace system) c Switches the interior G SOS button (mbrace lighting on/off system) µ Operates MAGIC SKY Rear-view mirror CONTROL Buttons for the garage door | Switches the automatic...
Page 40: Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door o Opens/closes the trunk lid % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle 7Z\ Adjusts the exterior mirrors electrically Adjusts the seats W Opens/closes the side r 4 5 = windows Stores seat, exterior mirror and steering column adjust-...
Page 41: Safety
The components of the restraint system work in Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: conjunction with each other. They can only for further information contact our Customer deploy their protective function if, at all times, all...
Page 42: Lamps
Occupant safety Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in event of an accident, all deployment criteria good time. are met, the front-passenger front air bag is deployed. The 6 restraint system warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the front- switched on.
Page 43 WARNING system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi- If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot cle. The child restraint system must be appro- perform its intended protective function. An...
Page 44: Fastening
Seat belts are only intended to secure and restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the Only use seat belts that have been approved for notes in the "Stowage options/compartments" your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. section for securing objects, luggage or loads page 246). Proper use of the seat belts...
Page 45: Releasing
Occupant safety Seat belt adjustment The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of ® the PRE-SAFE convenience function. This func- tion adjusts the driver's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants. The belt strap is tightened slightly when: the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle and the ignition is switched on The seat-belt adjustment will apply a certain...
Page 46: Important Safety Notes
Occupant safety door or side window. You may otherwise be in Air bags the deployment area of the air bags. Introduction Always keep your feet in the footwell in front of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dash- The installation point of an air bag can be rec- board, for example.
Page 47: Knee Bag
You should only use seat covers that have tional head and thorax protection for the occu- been approved for the respective seat by pants in the driver's and front-passenger seats. Mercedes-Benz. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps inform you about...
Page 48: Head Bag
Occupant safety When deployed, the head bag enhances the level of protection for the head. However, it does not protect the: chest arms In the event of a side impact, the head bag is deployed on the side on which the impact occurs.
Page 49: Operation
Occupant safety If the front passenger does not observe these The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER conditions, OCS may produce a false classifica- AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simul- tion, e.g. because the front passenger: taneously for approximately six seconds. The indicator lamps display the status of the transfers their weight by supporting them- front-passenger front air bag.
Page 50 If OCS determines that: Have the system checked by qualified techni- the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the cians as soon as possible. Consult an authorized PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz Center. The front-passenger lights up after the system self-test and...
Page 51: System Self-Test
Mercedes-Benz Center. the classification of the person in the front- For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- passenger seat is correct and the front- mends that you only use seat accessories that passenger front air bag is enabled or disa- have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 52 Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS) Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" ( page 49). 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.
Page 53: Deployment
Occupant safety For your own safety and that of your front Ensure that the movement area of the roll bar passenger, it is important that you have covers is kept clear. Always stow all objects in deployed air bags replaced and faulty air bags the vehicle correctly.
Page 54 Occupant safety gency Tensioning Devices during a frontal or The vehicle can be deformed considerably, with- rear collision. out an air bag being deployed. This is the case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be are affected and the rate of deceleration is not triggered, if: high.
Page 55: Neck-Pro Head Restraints Important Safety Notes
(anticipatory occupant been triggered by the fact that they have moved protection system) forwards and can no longer be adjusted. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the ® PRE-SAFE informs you of certain critical driving NECK-PRO head restraints checked for func-...
Page 56: Dent
If a child younger than twelve years old and imminent head-on or rear-end collision. under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle: always secure the child in a child restraint system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 57: Special Seat Belt Retractor
Children in the vehicle The child restraint system must be appropri- properly. Particular attention must be paid to ate to the age, weight and size of the child children. be sure to observe the instructions and safety Observe the safety notes on the seat belt notes in this section in addition to the child page 41) and the notes on correct use of seat restraint system manufacturer's installation...
Page 58: Child Restraint System
You can obtain further information about the fatal. correct child restraint system from any author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Replace child restraint systems which have been damaged or subjected to a load in an WARNING accident as soon as possible.
Page 59: On The Front-Passenger Seat
Driving safety systems Always observe the child restraint system man- Child restraint system on the front- ufacturer's installation and operating instruc- passenger seat tions. General notes If you install a child restraint system on the Pets in the vehicle front-passenger seat, always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant WARNING Classification System (OCS)"...
Page 60: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Important safety notes tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- ding and accidents. If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme- inattentive, the driving safety systems can nei- ther reduce the risk of an accident nor override diately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 61: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Braking Important safety notes Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until WARNING the emergency braking situation is over. Brake Assist with cross-traffic function can- ABS prevents the wheels from locking. not always clearly identify objects and com- The brakes will function as usual once you plex traffic situations.
Page 62: Active Brake Assist
Driving safety systems there are strong radar reflections, for exam- Brake Assist with cross-traffic function provides ple in parking garages braking assistance in hazardous situations with vehicles in front within a speed range between a narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a 4 mph (7 km/h) and 155 mph (250 km/h).
Page 63: Distance Warning Function
Driving safety systems tive Brake Assist of the Active Brake Assist sys- Important safety notes tem supports you. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion for driving safety systems ( page 58). Important safety notes WARNING In particular, the detection of obstacles can be The distance warning function does not react: impaired if: to people or animals...
Page 64: Adaptive Brake Assist
Driving safety systems that are in the path of your vehicle for an exten- reacting to moving objects that have already ded period of time. been detected as such at least once over the period of observation. Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), the distance warning function can Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph also react to stationary obstacles, such as stop-...
Page 65: Characteristics
Driving safety systems Important safety notes Due to the nature of the system, particularly complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause Brake Assist to intervene. WARNING If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to malfunction in the radar sensor system, the...
Page 66 Driving safety systems ® The influence of drive programs on ESP ® The drive programs allow ESP to adapt to different weather conditions, road conditions and the desired driving style. The drive programs can be set using the DYNAMIC SELECT button page 131) or on AMG vehicles using the DYNAMIC SELECT controller ( page 132).
Page 67 Driving safety systems ® ® Deactivating/activating ESP Deactivating/activating ESP (Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 58). You can select between the following states of ® ® is activated. SPORT handling mode is activated. ®...
Page 68 Driving safety systems Engine torque is no longer limited and the Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an drive wheels are able to spin. ® extended period with ESP deactivated. You could otherwise damage the drivetrain. ® still provides support when you brake firmly.
Page 69: Important Safety Notes
Driving safety systems Important safety notes Observe information regarding indicator and warning lamps ( page 233) as well as display messages ( page 207). WARNING Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function will initially brake your vehicle by a partial ADAPTIVE BRAKE application of the brakes if a danger of colli- sion is detected.
Page 70 Driving safety systems In order to maintain the appropriate distance to radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist the vehicle in front and thus prevent a collision, workshop. This also applies to collisions at slow you must apply the brakes yourself. speeds where there is no visible damage to the front of the vehicle.
Page 71: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)
(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 72 Protection against theft To turn the alarm off with the SmartKey: press the % or & button on the Smart- Key. The alarm is switched off. Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. The alarm is switched off. To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle.
Page 73: Locking
SmartKey SmartKey SmartKey functions Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in &...
Page 74 SmartKey Locking/unlocking centrally will then use very little power, thereby conserv- ing battery power. For the purposes of activa- You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using tion/deactivation, the vehicle must not be KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the nearby.
Page 75: Important Safety Notes
( page 78) HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. unlocking the trunk ( page 83) Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- locking the vehicle ( page 78) shop. Inserting the mechanical key Push mechanical key ;...
Page 76: Replacing
SmartKey Checking the battery Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Press the & or % button. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- The battery is working properly if battery minal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to check lamp : lights up briefly.
Page 77: Loss
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 74) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.
Page 78: Important Safety Notes
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 277).
Page 79 Doors Unlocking and opening doors from the inside The side windows will not open/close if the battery is discharged or if the side windows have iced up. It will then not be possible to close the door. Do not attempt to force the door closed.
Page 80: Power Closing
Trunk To deactivate: press and hold button : for about five seconds until a tone sounds. To activate: press and hold button ; for about five seconds until a tone sounds. If you press one of the two buttons and do not hear a tone, the relevant setting has already been selected.
Page 81: Trunk Lid
Trunk With the roof open, you can use the loading aid If somebody becomes trapped: to raise the folded roof in the trunk to make press the F button on the SmartKey, or loading easier ( page 248). The trunk partition opens automatically.
Page 82: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)
Trunk Vehicles with the trunk lid remote closing Pull the trunk lid down using recess :. feature: the trunk lid can also be opened auto- Lock the vehicle if necessary using the & matically with the SmartKey. button on the key or with KEYLESS-GO. Press and hold the F button on the Smart- If KEYLESS-GO detects a SmartKey in the trunk, Key until the trunk lid opens.
Page 83 Trunk Using the HANDS-FREE ACCESS with a pros- If the SmartKey is within the rear detection thetic leg may restrict functionality. range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tions, for example, could lead to the uninten- If a KEYLESS-GO key is within the rear detec- tional opening of the trunk: tion range of KEYLESS-GO, HANDS-FREE ACCESS could be triggered.
Page 84: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Inside)
Trunk Opening and closing If the trunk lid closing procedure has been stop- ped: move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will open If the trunk lid opening procedure has been stopped: move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will close Opening/closing automatically from inside...
Page 85: Trunk
Side windows Remove the mechanical key. Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey. Unlocking the trunk (mechanical key) The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. If the trunk cannot be unlocked with the Smart- Key or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechanical key.
Page 86: Reversing Feature
Side windows the front-passenger side window on the front- WARNING passenger door. If children operate the side windows they The switches on the driver's door take prece- could become trapped, particularly if they are dence. left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 87: Convenience Closing Feature
Side windows To close: close the front side window on the If, after opening the windows, you close one side window using the switch in the door control corresponding side ( page 84). panel: Pull the respective switch and hold it. The corresponding rear side window will con- the front side window closes first and tinue to close until you release the switch.
Page 88: Resetting
Side windows Resetting the side windows If a side window can no longer be closed fully, you must reset it. Close all the doors. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. Pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is com- pletely closed ( page 84).
Page 89: Important Safety Notes
Roof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 90: Roof Switch
Roof Opening and closing the trunk partition is closed. the trunk lid is closed. the outside temperature is above 5 ‡ (Ò15 †). You could otherwise damage the roof, trunk and other parts of the vehicle. The vehicle dimensions for opening/closing the roof can be found in the "Vehicle data"...
Page 91: General Notes
Roof the multifunction display and you hear a warn- components. If someone becomes trapped, ing tone release the button. you hear a warning tone for up to ten seconds when pulling away or while driving Opening and closing Locking This function is only available on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or with roof comfort operation.
Page 92: Installing
Roof Trunk partition : can be opened and closed using button ;, e.g. to check correct loading. To open: press button ;. To close: press button ;. If the trunk is loaded correctly, trunk parti- tion : is automatically closed to the stop. When the trunk lid is opened, trunk partition : opens automatically.
Page 93: Magic Sky Control
Roof Reconnect connector ; of the electric plug To extend: press button :. connector. To retract: press button : again. Wind screen Roller sunblind for the panorama roof Electric wind screen Important safety notes WARNING If you use the wind screen in darkness or in other conditions offering poor visibility, your view to the rear is further impaired.
Page 94 Roof Risk of electric shock DANGER MAGIC SKY CONTROL operates using high voltage. If the trim behind the overhead con- trol panel is damaged or removed, electrical components will be exposed. If you touch these components, you could get an electric shock.
Page 95 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not closed. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 89). The net on the trunk partition is not attached. Attach the net ( page 89).
Page 96: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats your head is supported at eye level by the Correct driver's seat position center of the head restraint. Observe the safety notes on steering column WARNING adjustment ( page 99). You could lose control of your vehicle if you do Make sure that steering wheel : is adjusted the following while driving: properly.
Page 97 Seats To avoid damage to the seats and the seat WARNING heating, observe the following information: When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as seat guide rail.
Page 98: Seat Belt Guide
Seats Further related subjects: Removing the seat belt from the belt guide You can store the seat settings using the memory function ( page 103). WARNING ® If PRE-SAFE is triggered, the front- When driving off-road, your body is subject to passenger seat will be moved to a better position if it was previously in an unfavora- forces from all directions, due to the uneven...
Page 99 Seats Adjusting the multicontour seat Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- ing wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt You can set the multicontour seat using before starting the engine. COMAND . To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for the head restraint adjust- Adjusting the active multicontour ment : up or down in the direction of the...
Page 100: Airscarf Switching On/Off
Seats The system automatically switches down from If the battery voltage is too low, the seat level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten ventilation may switch off. minutes. If you open the roof using the SmartKey The system automatically switches off approx- page 89), the driver's seat ventilation is imately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.
Page 101: Important Safety Notes
Steering wheel Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 Adjusting the steering wheel electri- in the ignition lock. cally 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 102 Steering wheel Position of the steering wheel when the If somebody becomes trapped: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active press one of the memory function position The steering wheel swings upwards when you: buttons, or remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock move the switch for steering wheel adjust- ment in the opposite direction to that in open the driver's door with KEYLESS-GO in...
Page 103: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting
Mirrors adjustment button = as long as the indicator Mirrors lamp is lit. Exterior mirrors Press adjustment button = up, down, to the right or to the left. Adjusting the exterior mirrors The exterior mirror must be set to a position that provides you with a good overview of WARNING traffic conditions.
Page 104: Storing The Parking Position
Mirrors Automatic anti-glare mirrors Parking position for the exterior mir- ror on the front-passenger side WARNING Setting and storing the parking position Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an auto- matic anti-glare mirror breaks. The electrolyte Using reverse gear is harmful and causes irritation.
Page 105: Memory Function
Memory function You can position the front-passenger side exte- Memory function rior mirror in such a way that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage Storing settings reverse gear. This setting can be stored using memory button M ?.
Page 106 Memory function Adjust the seat electrically ( page 95). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel page 99) and the exterior mirrors page 101). Press memory button M and one of the stor- age position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
Page 107: Automatic Headlamp Mode
WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- beam headlamps may not be switched on mends that you drive with the lights switched on automatically if there is fog, snow or other even during the daytime.
Page 108: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting The daytime running lamps improve the visibility To switch on the standing lamps: the of your vehicle during the day. To do this, the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in daytime running lamps function must be position 0.
Page 109: Active Light Function
Exterior lighting The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short Hazard warning lamps time, but is automatically switched off after no more than three minutes. Cornering light function with traffic circle function: The cornering light function is activated on both sides before entering a traffic circle through an evaluation of the current GPS position of the vehicle.
Page 110: Overview
Interior lighting Important safety notes The high-beam headlamps are switched on automatically. The K indicator lamp in the WARNING instrument cluster also lights up. If you are driving at speeds below approx- Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize imately 16 mph (25 km/h) or other road users road users: have been detected or the roads are ade- who have no lights, e.g.
Page 111 Windshield wipers lected on the windshield can scratch the glass Interior lighting control if wiping takes place when the windshield is dry. General notes If it is necessary to switch on the windshield In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from wipers in dry weather conditions, always use discharging, the interior lighting functions are washer fluid when operating the windshield...
Page 112: Replacing The Wiper Blades
To bring the wiper blade into position to may be damaged by the force of the impact. be removed: hold the wiper arm firmly with Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have one hand. With the other hand, turn the wiper the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- blade in the direction of arrow = beyond the cialist workshop.
Page 113 Windshield wipers Push the new wiper blade in the direction of arrow : onto the wiper arm until lug ; engages. Push the wiper blade out of the removal posi- tion in the direction of arrow = beyond the point of resistance. The wiper blade disengages with an audible click and is freely movable again.
Page 114 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. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the igni- tion lock.
Page 115: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems Overview of climate control systems General notes Observe the settings recommended on the fol- lowing pages. The windows could otherwise fog To prevent the windows from fogging up: switch off climate control only briefly switch on air-recirculation mode only briefly switch on the cooling with air dehumidifica- tion function switch on the defrost windshield function...
Page 116 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 117) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 117) Defrosts the windshield ( page 118) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 120) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 116)
Page 117 Overview of climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 117) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 117) Defrosts the windshield ( page 118) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 119) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 116) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
Page 118: Cooling With Air Dehumidification
Operating the climate control systems climate status display appears for three sec- Switching cooling with air dehumidi- onds at the bottom of the screen in the fication on/off COMAND display. You will see the current settings of the various climate control func- General notes tions.
Page 119: Air Flow
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- ¿ button flashes function. three times or remains Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 120: Setting The Air Distribution
Operating the climate control systems side is not adopted for the front-passenger Setting the air distribution side. Activating/deactivating To switch off: press the á button. The indicator lamp in the á button goes Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition out.
Page 121: Defrosting The Windows
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating MAX COOL maximum cooling Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition The MAX COOL function is only available in vehi- lock ( page 124). cles for the USA. Press the ¤ button. MAX COOL is only operational when the engine The indicator lamp in the ¤...
Page 122: 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 on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- defroster has deactiva- ers are switched on. ted prematurely or can- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g.
Page 123: Important Safety Notes
Setting the air vents Setting the air vents Setting the center air vents Important safety notes WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There is a risk of injury.
Page 124: Setting The Blower Output Of The Airscarf Vents
Setting the air vents ture-sensitive items stored in the glove box could be damaged. Air vent control Air vent When the climate control system is activated, the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to cool its contents. The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings.
Page 125: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehi Cle
Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Self-locking rear axle differential (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Important safety notes Your vehicle is equipped with a self-locking dif- The sensor system of some driving and driving ferential on the rear axle. safety systems adjusts automatically while a Change the oil to improve protection of the rear certain distance is being driven after the vehicle axle differential:...
Page 126: Keyless-Go
Driving SmartKey positions with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake SmartKey boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
Page 127: Removing The Start/Stop Button
Driving the vehicle. This occurs, for example, when If Start/Stop button : has not yet been starting the engine. pressed, this corresponds to the key being removed from the ignition. To start the vehicle without actively using the SmartKey: To switch on the power supply: press Start/Stop button : once.
Page 128: Pulling Away
Driving Starting procedure with the SmartKey Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: To start the engine using the SmartKey instead of KEYLESS-GO, pull the Start/Stop button out release the parking brake. of the ignition lock. shifting the automatic transmission out of Turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the ignition park position P...
Page 129: Automatic Engine Switch-Off
Driving Upshifts take place at higher engine speeds automatically. The vehicle may begin moving. after a cold start. This helps the catalytic con- There is a risk of accident and injury. verter to reach its operating temperature If you wish to exit the vehicle, always turn off more quickly.
Page 130: Automatic Engine Start
Driving All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Deactivating or activating the ECO cles): automatic engine switch-off can take start/stop function place a maximum of four times in a row (initial stop, then three subsequent stops). All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the number of con- cles) secutive automatic engine switch-offs is unlimi- ted.
Page 131 Driving If drive program S, S+ or M is active, the auto- matic transmission switches to drive program If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehi- cle stops.
Page 132 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 163) or Distance Pilot DISTRONIC ( page 160). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
Page 133 DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is no gauge shows a value longer being cooled sufficiently. above 248 ‡...
Page 134: General Information
DYNAMIC SELECT controller (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Additionally, in drive program I you can config- E Economy Particularly economical ure the respective vehicle characteristics using driving characteristics (vehicles with the multimedia system. You can find informa- adjustable tion about this in the Digital Operator's Manual. damping) Each time you start the engine with the Smart- Key or the Start/Stop button, drive program C is...
Page 135: Overview
Automatic transmission Additional settings cle from rolling away by applying the parking brake. Selector lever Overview of transmission positions All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) If the engine speed is too high or if the vehi- cle is rolling, do not shift the transmission directly from D to R, from R to D or directly to ECO start/stop function ( page 127)
Page 136: Drive Program Display
Automatic transmission The current transmission position and drive pro- gram appear in the multifunction display. In addition to drive program ; being shown in the multifunction display, the currently selected drive program is indicated in red on the DYNAMIC SELECT controller ( page 132).
Page 137: Engaging Drive Position
Automatic transmission Engaging park position P automatically leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of Park position P is automatically engaged if: reach of children. you switch off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the SmartKey When the vehicle is stationary, depress the you switch off the engine using the SmartKey brake pedal.
Page 138: Accelerator Pedal Position
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- This prevents the vehicle from rolling matic transmission could be dam- away when stopped. aged. Only shift the transmission into posi- No power is transmitted from the tion P when the vehicle is stationary engine to the drive wheels.
Page 139: Drive Program
Automatic transmission Kickdown the steering exhibits a sporty steering curve. ® provides the optimum compromise Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. between traction and stability. For further Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the ® information about ESP , see ( page 63). pressure point.
Page 140 Automatic transmission Vehicles with adaptive adjustable damp- kinetic energy and consumes less fuel (coast- ing mode). ing: drive program E (Economy) ® provides the optimum compromise Drive program E is characterized by the follow- between traction and stability. For further ing: ®...
Page 141: Manual Shifting
Automatic transmission Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) gliding mode is available. the ECO start/stop function is available. Drive program S+ is characterized by the fol- lowing: ® provides the optimum compromise between traction and stability. For further the vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driving ®...
Page 142: Shifting Gears
Automatic transmission Temporary setting To activate: shift the selector lever to posi- tion P. Press button :. To deactivate: press button :. Mercedes-AMG vehicles To activate: shift the selector lever to posi- tion P. Pull steering wheel paddle shifter : or ;. Temporary setting will be active for a certain amount of time.
Page 143: Gearshift Recommendation
Automatic transmission Shift recommendation accelerate, the automatic transmission auto- matically shifts up in order to prevent engine damage. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- To shift down: pull steering wheel paddle cles) shifter :. The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear. Automatic down shifting occurs when coast- ing.
Page 144 Automatic transmission Gear indicator Upshift indicator Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi- function display. When the message appears in the multi- function display, pull on the right-hand steer- ing wheel paddle shifter. Kickdown For maximum acceleration, depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point.
Page 145: 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 146: Refueling Process
Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap Do not get into the vehicle again during the refu- eling process. Otherwise, electrostatic charge could build up again. Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine. Do not switch on the ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
Page 147: Switching Off
Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING Risk of explosion or fire. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 immediately and remove it page 124).
Page 148: Parking Brake
Parking The function of the electric parking brake is cle from rolling away by applying the parking dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- brake. board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in the system, it may not be possible to apply the Apply the electric parking brake.
Page 149: General
Driving tips Applying automatically Ensure that you do not depress the accelerator pedal unintentionally. Otherwise the parking The electric parking brake is automatically brake will be released and the vehicle will start applied when the transmission is in position P to move.
Page 150: Drinking And Driving
44 ft (approximately 14 m) per sec- manufacturer's specifications. Always have ond. work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- Drive sensibly – save fuel mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. Work relevant to...
Page 151 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with an inner and outer area. The sections corre- spond to the following three categories: Acceleration (evaluation of all accel- eration processes): the outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green: moderate Acceleration acceleration, especially at higher Coasting...
Page 152: Important Safety Notes
This could cause damage to the drive cold start train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. choice of route active electrical consumers Change into a lower gear in good time on long and steep downhill gradients.
Page 153: Maintenance
Brake fluid which has not been approved for Servicing the brakes Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's The brake fluid level may be too low, if: operating safety.
Page 154: Driving System
Driving systems Driving on wet roads If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area Hydroplaning around the vehicle are clear of snow. To ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of hydro- window on the side of the vehicle that is not...
Page 155: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems brake system and prevents the brakes from On vehicles with a segment ring in the speed- overheating and wearing too quickly. ometer, the segments from the currently saved speed to the end of the segment ring light up. Use cruise control only if road and traffic con- ditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady speed for a prolonged period.
Page 156: Deactivating
Driving systems Setting a speed Deactivating cruise control WARNING Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has made the necessary adjustments. Increase or decrease the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit.
Page 157: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Important safety notes vents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly. WARNING If Distance Pilot DISTRONIC detects that there is a risk of a collision, you will be warned visually Distance Pilot DISTRONIC does not react to: and acoustically.
Page 158: Cruise Control Lever
Driving systems Cruise control lever To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Distance Pilot DISTRONIC and the HOLD function in the following or similar situations: when towing the vehicle in the car wash If you fail to adapt your driving style, Distance Pilot DISTRONIC can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics.
Page 159 Driving systems Activating Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?. Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. you ?, up : or down ; . The first time Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is activated.
Page 160: Stopping
Driving systems front or to the set speed is then noticeably more If a malfunction in the electric parking brake dynamic. When you select the C drive program, occurs, then the transmission may also be shif- ted into position P automatically. the vehicle accelerates more gently.
Page 161: Displays In The Instrument Cluster
Driving systems Display when Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is deactivated Cruise control lever To increase: turn control = toward ;. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC then maintains a Vehicle in front, if detected greater distance between your vehicle and Distance indicator, current distance to the the vehicle in front.
Page 162: Distance Pilot Distronic
Driving systems Deactivating Distance Pilot DISTRONIC Tips for driving with Distance Pilot DISTRONIC General notes The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you must be particularly attentive. In such situations, brake if necessary. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is then switched off.
Page 163: Distance Pilot Distronic With Steering Pilot And Stop&Go Pilot
Driving systems Other vehicles changing lanes obstacle or stationary vehicle is revealed, Dis- tance Pilot DISTRONIC will not brake for them. Crossing vehicles Distance Pilot DISTRONIC has not detected the vehicle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehi- cle will be too short. Distance Pilot DISTRONIC may mistakenly Narrow vehicles detect vehicles that are crossing your lane.
Page 164 Driving systems At speeds of 0 - 37 mph (0 - 60 km/h), Stop&Go The support provided by the system can be Pilot focuses on the vehicle in front, taking into impaired if: account lane markings, e.g. when following vehi- there is poor visibility, e.g.
Page 165: Hold Function
Driving systems of the steering wheel after five seconds at the The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver latest, a warning tone also sounds to remind you having to depress the brake pedal. to take control of the vehicle. Steering Pilot and The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD Stop&Go Pilot then switch to passive mode.
Page 166: Deactivating
Driving systems Activating the HOLD function If a malfunction in the electric parking brake occurs, then the transmission may also be shif- ted into position P automatically. RACE START Important safety notes RACE START must not be used on normal Make sure that the activation conditions are roads.
Page 167: Adaptive Damping System
Driving systems Activating RACE START RACE START is deactivated immediately if you release the accelerator pedal during RACE When manual mode ( page 139) is active, START or if any of the activation conditions are the transmission automatically shifts up to no longer fulfilled.
Page 168: Vehicle Level
Driving systems Press DYNAMIC SELECT button : repeat- The following information on the vehicle's oper- edly until the Comfort or Economy drive pro- ating status is displayed in the driving dynamics display: gram is selected. Drive program selected ( page 131) Selecting Sport mode Accelerator pedal position shown in % Brake pedal position shown in %...
Page 169: Normal Level
Driving systems Setting raised level The suspension is continuously tuned to each wheel individually and depends on: the road surface condition, e.g. bumps the vehicle load the drive program selected Each time you start the engine with the Smart- Key or the Start/Stop button, the Comfort drive program is activated.
Page 170: Driving Dynamics Display
Driving systems Selecting the CURVE setting Switch on the multimedia system. You can find further information in the separate In the CURVE drive program, the curve tilting COMAND operating instructions. function is activated. The vehicle inclines Press button :. inwards by up to 2.65 degrees on bends. The tilt The driving dynamics display appears in the function and the comfort suspension tuning multimedia system display.
Page 171: Normal Level
Driving systems Setting the normal level WARNING When the vehicle is being lowered, people could become trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle body and the wheels or underneath the vehicle. There is a risk of injury. Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches when the vehicle is being lowered.
Page 172: Driving Dynamics Display
Driving systems Each time you start the engine with the Smart- Make sure that the engine is running or that it Key or the Start/Stop button, the comfortable has been switched off by the ECO start/stop setting is activated. For further information function.
Page 173: Range Of The Sensors
Driving systems no persons, animals or objects in the area in the sensors regularly, taking care not to scratch which you are maneuvering. or damage them ( page 269). When parking, pay particular attention to Range objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars.
Page 174: Deactivating/Activating
Driving systems Warning displays From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an inter- mittent warning tone for approximately two seconds. seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance.
Page 175: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.
Page 176 Driving systems Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking Active Parking Assist does not assist you park- space being measured inaccurately. ing in spaces that are parallel or at right angles to the direction of travel if: Pay attention to the PARKTRONIC page 172) warning messages during the the parking space is on a curb parking procedure.
Page 177: Parking
Driving systems ing spaces on the front-passenger side. Parking Park Assist Active Select D spaces on the driver's side are displayed as Observe Surroundings message appears in soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is the multifunction display. activated.
Page 178: Exiting A Parking Space
Driving systems Exiting a parking space You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before In order that Active Parking Assist can support pulling away. you when exiting the parking space: If you back up after activation, the steering the border of the parking space must be high wheel is moved to the straight-ahead posi- enough at the front and the rear.
Page 179: Rear View Camera
Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed Rear view camera Observe the notes on cleaning page 270) General notes if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this 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 180 Driving systems Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bottom- most guideline. Front warning display Additional PARKTRONIC measurement operational readiness indicator Rear warning display Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the Vehicles with PARKTRONIC: when vehicle PARKTRONIC is operational (...
Page 181 Driving systems Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 177). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.
Page 182: Attention Assist
Driving systems ATTENTION ASSIST General notes ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, monotonous journeys, such as on highways. It is active in the 37 mph (60 km/h) to 125 mph (200 km/h) range. If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increas- ing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver, it suggests you take a break.
Page 183: Traffic Sign Assist
Driving systems Displaying the attention level has been stopped. The sensitivity selected cor- responds to the last selection activated (stand- ard/sensitive). Warning in the multifunction display If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration are detected, a warning appears in the multi- function display: Attention Assist: Take a break!
Page 184: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems The traffic signs are only displayed with the Speed limit with unknown restriction restrictions if: the regulation must be observed with the restriction, or Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine whether the restriction applies If Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine a maximum permitted speed from any of the avail- able sources, no speed limit is displayed in the instrument cluster either.
Page 185: Active Driving Assistance Package
Driving systems Canceling the speed limit Important safety notes Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid and is not a substitute for attentive driving. WARNING Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to: vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area vehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle...
Page 186: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems lowing a severe impact or in the event of damage Due to the nature of the system: to the bumpers, have the function of the radar warnings may be issued in error when driving sensors checked at a qualified specialist work- close to crash barriers or similar solid lane shop.
Page 187: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems tone and red warning lamp : flashes. If the turn Either no braking application, or a course-cor- signal remains on, detected vehicles are indica- recting brake application adapted to the driving ted by the flashing of red warning lamp :. situation occurs if: There are no further warning tones.
Page 188: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can: General notes give an unnecessary warning and then make a course-correcting brake application to the vehicle not give a warning or intervene There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and keep within the lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you.
Page 189: Active Blind Spot Assist
Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, display : appears in the multifunction display. you approach the outer lane marking on a A lane-correcting brake application can be made bend after driving over a lane marking recognized as the road has very wide lanes, e.g.
Page 190 Driving systems Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer; to do so, select Standard Adaptive page 198). If you drive at speeds above 40 mph (60 km/h) and lane markings are detected, the lines in the assistance graphics display page 197) are shown in green.
Page 191: Instrument Cluster Lighting
Displays and operation Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or Important safety notes counter-clockwise. If you turn the light switch ( page 105) to the WARNING Ã, T or L position, the brightness will depend upon the brightness of the ambi- If you operate information systems and com- ent light.
Page 192: Temperature Gauge
Displays and operation Coolant temperature gauge Operating the on-board computer Overview WARNING Opening the hood when the engine is over- heated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment could expose you to hot gases or other service products. There is a risk of injury.
Page 193 Displays and operation Multifunction display Press and hold: In the Audio menu: selects a pre- set list or a station list in the desired frequency range, selects an audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling In the (Telephone) menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open Confirms the selection or display...
Page 194: On-Board Computer
Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Average speed Average fuel consumption Menu overview Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. Using the = or ; button on the steering wheel, open the menu bar. Press the 9 or : button to select From Start From...
Page 195: Digital Speedometer
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering reset. If you reset the values in the "From Start" wheel to select the Trip menu. trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset. Press 9 or : to select the display with approximate range : and current fuel con- sumption ;.
Page 196: Audio Menu
Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Change of direction announced without a tion system lane recommendation Road into which the change of direction The navigation system displays additional infor- leads mation and the vehicle status. Distance to change of direction and visual Possible displays: distance display New Route...
Page 197: Operation
Menus and submenus Video DVD operation To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown. To select a station: briefly press 9 or :.
Page 198: Assistance Menu
Menus and submenus You will see one of the following display mes- Press the 6 or a button to start dialing. sages in the multifunction display: Phone READY or the name of the network To exit the telephone book: press the ~ provider: the mobile phone has found a net- or % button.
Page 199: Activating Or Deactivating
Menus and submenus Displaying the assistance graphic Further information on Steering Pilot and Stop&Go Pilot ( page 161). Activating or deactivating Active Brake Assist You can use this function to activate or deacti- vate Active Brake Assist. You can use the function to activate or deacti- vate Active Brake Assist or, on vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package, to activate or deactivate Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic...
Page 200: Permanent Display
Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind Settings menu Spot Assist Introduction Press the = or ; button on the steering Depending on the equipment installed in the wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. vehicle, in the Sett. menu you have the follow- Press the 9 or : button to select ing options: Blind Spot...
Page 201 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering Setting the ambient lighting color wheel to select the Sett. menu. Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the : or 9 button to select the wheel to select the Sett.
Page 202: Interior Lighting
Menus and submenus matic headlamp mode is activated Press the : or 9 button to select the page 105). Automatic Door Lock function. When the Automatic Door Lock function is exterior lighting delayed switch-off: the activated, the multifunction display shows the exterior lighting remains lit for 60 seconds left-hand vehicle door in orange.
Page 203: Factory Settings Submenu
Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering Press the : or 9 button to select the wheel to select the Sett. menu. Auto. Mirror Folding function. If the Auto. Mirror Folding function is Press the : or 9 button to select the switched on, the multifunction display shows Convenience submenu.
Page 204: Racetimer
Menus and submenus Engine and transmission oil temperature: when the engine and transmission are at nor- mal operating temperature, oil tempera- ture ? and B are displayed in white in the multifunction display. If the multifunction display shows oil temper- ature ? or B in blue, the engine or the transmission are not yet at normal operating temperature.
Page 205 Menus and submenus Overall statistics Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Confirm with a. Average speed The RACETIMER interrupts timing if you stop the Distance covered vehicle and turn the SmartKey to position 1 in Maximum speed the ignition lock.
Page 206: General Notes
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 207: Display Message
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's tion.
Page 208 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Currently Unavaila‐ tion. ble See Operator's In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the instru- Manual ment cluster.
Page 209: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷, å and ! warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds.
Page 210 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
Page 211 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
Page 212: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position P.
Page 213: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Active Brake Assist Active Brake Assist is unavailable due to a malfunction. Functions Limited Visit a qualified specialist workshop. See Operator's Man‐ Active Brake Assist ® Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function or PRE‑SAFE PLUS is Functions Currently deactivated and temporarily inoperative.
Page 214: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
Page 215 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 RequiredorFront The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 216: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are deac- bag Disabled See tivated 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 217 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are enabled bag Enabled See during the journey, even though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on...
Page 218: 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. Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 47).
Page 219: 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 263).
Page 220: 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 faulty 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 221: Driving Systems
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Mercedes-AMG vehicles: The engine oil level is too low. Engine Oil Level There is a risk of engine damage. Low Stop Vehicle Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- Turn Engine Off ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 222: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The vehicle is leaking oil. The multifunction display continuously shows the display message. WARNING The vehicle's suspension settings may be affected. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 223: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ë The HOLD function is deactivated. the vehicle is skidding. A warning tone also sounds. Reactivate the HOLD function later ( page 163). Active Lane Keeping Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See...
Page 224: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Pilot Can‐ The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been fas- celed tened. Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver's door closed. You have inadvertently touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering intervention was active.
Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Distance Pilot Cur‐ Distance Pilot DISTRONIC is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Pilot and Stop&Go Pilot are also temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation the system is outside the operating temperature range...
Page 226: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Steering Pilot Cur‐ Steering Pilot and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Possible causes are: See Operator's Man‐ the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog there have been no lane markings for an extended period the lane markings are worn, dark or covered, e.g.
Page 227: 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 292).
Page 228: 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 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only Shift to 'P' The vehicle is moving. when Vehicle is Sta‐ Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying tionary attention to road and traffic conditions. Shift the transmission to position P.
Page 230: Display Message
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid. The hood is open. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 231: Smartkey
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof is not fully opened or closed. The hydraulics are depressur- ized. Vario-Roof Lowering Fully open or close the roof ( page 88). The roof is not locked. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying Open/Close Vario- attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 232: Keyless-Go
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â The SmartKey needs to be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Obtain a New Key Â The SmartKey battery is discharged. Change the battery ( page 74). Replace Key Battery Â...
Page 233: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Warning and indicator lamps General notes Some systems carry out a self-diagnosis when the ignition is switched on. Therefore, some indicator and warning lamps may light up or flash temporarily. This behavior is non-critical. These indicator and warning lamps only indicate a malfunction if they light up or flash after starting the engine or whilst driving.
Page 234: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
Page 235: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
Page 236 Warning and indicator lamps Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Page 237: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N Mercedes-AMG vehicles only: The yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. SPORT handling mode is activated. WARNING ® When SPORT handling mode is switched on, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle.
Page 238: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system in the ignition system...
Page 239 Warning and indicator lamps 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 faulty.
Page 240: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp If the coolant temperature gauge is below the H marking ( page 190), drive on to the next qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic.
Page 241: Warning Lamp
Warning and indicator lamps Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase...
Page 242: Multimedia System
Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this manual traffic conditions and driving, and increase the describes the basic principles for operation.
Page 243: Comand
Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
Page 244 Operating system Favorites Navigation mode Calling up and exiting favorites Important safety notes To call up: press the ò button on the con- WARNING troller. If you operate information systems and com- Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle. munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The favorites are displayed.
Page 245: Telephony
(toll). yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Number of Occupants in the Vehicle: tions. (only available in the USA) select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access Apps conditions for carpool lanes. select geo-coordinates Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool lanes option is activated.
Page 246: Searching For A Mobile Phone
In the USA, you can get in touch with the If codes match: select on the multimedia Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). system. In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- Confirm code on the mobile phone.
Page 247: Inserting
Operating system Inserting/removing an SD memory card Press ¬ to confirm. Enter and confirm the passkey on the mobile Important safety notes phone. Depending on the mobile phone used, confirm the connection to the multimedia sys- WARNING ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth SD memory cards are small parts.
Page 248: Glove Box
Stowage areas Stowage areas Stowage spaces 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 The glove box can be locked and unlocked using retain all objects they contain.
Page 249: Eyeglasses Compartment
Stowage areas Eyeglasses compartment Umbrella holder Example: vehicle side, left To open: press marking :. Eyeglasses compartment ; opens. There are umbrella holders in the door stowage compartments on both sides of the vehicle. One Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is compact umbrella can be stowed per side.
Page 250: Raising/Lowering The Roof
Stowage areas Stowage compartment in the rear Loading aid in the trunk Raising/lowering the roof WARNING Body parts can become trapped when the roof is being raised or lowered. There is a risk of injury. When raising or lowering the roof, make sure that no parts of the body are in the vicinity of moving parts.
Page 251 Stowage areas the loading aid rises automatically. When the roof is closed, the trunk partition remains in the open position. The trunk partition moves to the closed position automatically when the roof is lowered.
Page 252: Important Safety Notes
Features Problems with the loading aid Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible to You cannot close the trunk any more. lower the stowed roof in Call a qualified specialist workshop. the trunk using the load- ing aid.
Page 253: Ashtray
Features Reducer ; can be removed. Large and small containers can then be placed in the cup holder. To remove: grasp reducer ; and pull upwards in the direction of the arrow. To insert: insert reducer ; into the cup holder in the opposite direction of the arrow and press it down firmly.
Page 254: General Notes
Features sockets is automatically cut. This ensures In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: that there is sufficient power to start the the hot cigarette lighter falls engine. a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to Socket in the front-passenger footwell objects, for example There is a risk of fire and injury.
Page 255: Emergency Call
Have the system checked at the nearest author- GPS reception is available. ized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact the fol- the vehicle position can be forwarded to lowing service hotlines: the Customer Assistance Center.
Page 256 If no voice connection can be established to the tions, e. g. with a warning triangle. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, the system has been unable to initiate an emer- You must have a license agreement to activate gency call.
Page 257: Mb Info Call Button
Press Roadside Assistance button :. To end a call: press the ~ button on the This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- multifunction steering wheel. tomer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active.
Page 258: Vehicle Health Check
Assistance Center can provide improved sup- vehicle, about the nearest authorized port for problems with your vehicle. During an Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- existing call, vehicle data is transferred to the ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. Customer Assistance Center. The customer ser-...
Page 259: General Notes
Alternatively, you can call the following tele- Transferring data... message. phone assistance services: The vehicle data is sent to the Customer USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Assistance Center. Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Depending on what the customer service rep- Canada: Customer Service at...
Page 260: Synchronizing The Rolling Code
Features Several attempts might be necessary. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" page 257). If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror.
Page 261: Opening/Closing The Garage Door
Features Proceed as follows: operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz. if you live in Canada Replace the batteries in garage door remote if you have difficulties programming the control A. This increases the likelihood that garage door opener (regardless of where you garage door remote control A will transmit a live) when using the programming steps strong and precise signal to the integrated...
Page 262: Floormats
Features Clearing the memory Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 124). Press and hold buttons ; and ?. The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow and then green.
Page 263: Important Safety Notes
Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes Opening the hood WARNING WARNING If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
Page 264: Engine Oil Adding
Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury.
Page 265 Certain components in the engine compart- ance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts Service center. of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Page 266 Further information on windshield washer fluid/ If necessary, add coolant that has been tested antifreeze ( page 316). and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. Overview of the engine compartment For further information on coolant, see page 315).
Page 267: Hiding A Service Message
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- The letter or B, possibly in connection with a ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the number or another letter, shows the type of ser- ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the vice.
Page 268: Car Wash
Washing the vehicle and cleaning the an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. paintwork Driving abroad Automatic car wash An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is WARNING also available in other countries. You can obtain Braking efficiency is reduced after washing further information from any authorized the vehicle.
Page 269: Paint
Use a soft sponge to clean. lead to leaks or failures. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: if a Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is within the tle jet of water.
Page 270: Matte Finish
If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint surface, use the paint care products recommen- Cleaning the vehicle parts ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case approximately every three to five months, Cleaning the wheels depending on the climate conditions and the care product used.
Page 271: Exterior Lights
There e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. cloths.
Page 272: Exhaust Pipe
Care these components to cool down before touch- ing them. Do not clean the exhaust pipe with acid- based cleaning agents, such as bathroom cleaner or wheel cleaner. Clean the exhaust pipe with a chrome care product tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz.
Page 273: Where Will I Find
Flat tire Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit General notes The towing eye is located in the trunk in a bracket below the trunk lid lock. If the vehicle is equipped with a TIREFIT kit, this is located in the stowage well under the floor of the trunk.
Page 274: Moextended Tires
Flat tire If possible, bring the front wheels into the In addition to the vehicle load, the driving dis- straight-ahead position. tance possible depends upon: Switch off the engine. vehicle speed Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove the road condition SmartKey from the ignition lock. outside temperature Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the driv- The driving distance possible in run-flat mode...
Page 275: 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 276: Tire Pressure Not Reached
Flat tire have attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi). If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has been attained after five minutes: ( page 274). If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: page 274).
Page 277: Important Safety Notes
WARNING In cases such as the one mentioned above, Work carried out incorrectly on the battery contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- 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 278 Battery (vehicle) thus damage the vehicle electronics. This can sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can lead to function restrictions applying to ignite. There is a risk of an explosion. safety-relevant systems, e.g the lighting sys- Make sure that the positive terminal of a tem, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) or the connected battery does not come into con- ®...
Page 279 You can also switch off the ignition. charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- always disconnect the negative terminal ist workshop for further information. clamp first, followed by the positive termi- nal clamp.
Page 280 Battery (vehicle) WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at tempera- tures below freezing point. When jump-start- ing the vehicle or charging the battery, gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion. Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before charging it or jump-starting.
Page 281: Jump Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 282 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 283: Important Safety Notes
Towing and tow-starting Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed. Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first. Start the engine.
Page 284: Installing The Towing Eye
Towing and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. Rear bumper: press the mark on cover : Otherwise, you: inwards in the direction of the arrow. Remove cover : from the opening. cannot turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 285: Fuses Allocation Chart
Fuses All vehicles Release the electric parking brake. Leave the SmartKey in position 2 in the igni- You may only secure the vehicle by the tion lock. wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as In order to signal a change of direction when axle or steering components.
Page 286: Before Changing
If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- Do not use a pointed object such as a screw- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz driver to open the cover in the dashboard. You Center.
Page 287 Fuses Open the hood. To open: open the seat belt guide on the right-hand seat and remove the seat belt Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from page 96). the fuse box. Move the right-hand seat as far forward as To open: open clamps ;.
Page 288: Wheels And Tires
Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
Page 289: Service Life
Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any Marking : shows where the bar indicator for other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure tread wear (arrow) is integrated into the tire monitoring systems.
Page 290: Snow Chains
If snow chains are installed to the front thereby damaging the tires permanently. wheels, they may drag against the vehicle 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 291: Recommended
Tire pressure Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding Follow recommended tire inflation pressures standard of quality. For more information, and check the pressure of all the tires includ- please contact a qualified specialist workshop. ing the spare wheel: If you intend to mount snow chains, please bear...
Page 292: Notes
There is a risk of an accident. Only screw the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve. Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the tire...
Page 293: Maximum
Tire pressure not permit any reliable conclusion about the tire Underinflated tires may: pressure. On vehicles equipped with the elec- overheat, leading to tire defects tronic tire pressure monitor, the tire pressure adversely affect handling can be checked in the on-board computer. wear excessively and/or unevenly The tire temperature and pressure increase have an adverse effect on fuel consumption...
Page 294: General Notes
Tire pressure Checking the tire pressures Important safety notes Observe the notes on tire pressure page 289). Information on air pressure for the tires on your vehicle can be found: Example: current tire pressure display on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information For information on the message display, refer to placard on the B-pillar the "Checking the tire pressure electronically"...
Page 295: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically
Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning USA only: lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating Your vehicle has also been equipped with a pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether the TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the warning lamp flashes or lights up indicates system is not operating properly.
Page 296: Restarting
Tire pressure If the vehicle has been parked for over pressure monitor then monitors the new tire 20 minutes, the Tire pressure will be pressure values. displayed after driving a few minutes Set the tire pressure to the value recommen- message appears.
Page 297: Pressure Monitor
Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- sure monitor Country Radio type approval number FCC ID: MRXMW2433A FCC ID: MRXGG4 FCC ID: MRXMC34MA4 Canada IC: 2546A-MW2433A IC: 2546A-GG4 IC: 2546A-MC34MA4 B-pillar, driver's side Loading the vehicle Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight rating Instruction labels for tires and loads WARNING...
Page 298 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is Number of seats 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- cle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4.
Page 299: Tread Wear
All about wheels and tires Step 3 All about wheels and tires Example 1 Example 2 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Stand- ards Permissible 1500 lbs 1500 lbs load (maxi- (680 kg) Ò (680 kg) Ò Overview of Tire Quality Grading Stand- mum gross 175 lbs 370 lbs...
Page 300: Labeling (Overview)
You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 287).
Page 301 All about wheels and tires are only designed for temporary use in an emer- Tire data is vehicle-specific and may deviate gency. from the data in the example. Tire width: tire width : shows the nominal tire width in millimeters. Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity and speed rating Height-width ratio: aspect ratio ;...
Page 302 The maximum speed of the tire is limited to 186 mph 186 mph (300 km/h): (300 km/h). Mercedes-AMG SL 63 (Performance Pack- The size description for all tires with maxi- age) mum speeds of over 186 mph (300 km/h) Mercedes-AMG SL 65 increased maximum must include "ZR", and the service specifica-...
Page 303: Load Index
299). If no specification is given: no text (as in the example above), represents a standard load (SL) tire XL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced tire The TIN is a unique identification number. The Light Load: represents a light load tire...
Page 304: Characteristics
All about wheels and tires Recommended tire pressures Tire data is vehicle-specific and may deviate from the data in the example. The recommended tire pressure applies to the tires mounted at the factory. Tire characteristics The Tire and Loading Information placard con- tains the recommended tire pressures for cold tires on a fully loaded vehicle and for the maxi- mum permissible vehicle speed.
Page 305 All about wheels and tires Maximum loaded vehicle weight The tire pressure should only be corrected when the tires are cold. The maximum weight is the sum of: Cold tire pressure the curb weight of the vehicle the weight of the accessories The tires are cold: the load limit if the vehicle has been parked with the tires...
Page 306: Preparing The Vehicle
Changing a wheel Treadwear indicators The wear patterns on the front and rear tires differ, depending on the operating conditions. Narrow bars (tread wear bars) that are distrib- Rotate the wheels before a clear wear pattern uted over the tire tread. If the tire tread is level has formed on the tires.
Page 307: Raising The Vehicle
To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 308 The tightening torque must be 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Note that the hub cap should be tightened to the specified torque of 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the hub cap installed at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG equipment: fold cover ? upwards.
Page 309: Mounting A New Wheel
Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel.
Page 310: Lowering The Vehicle
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- until the vehicle is once again standing firmly mends that you only use tires and wheels on the ground. which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz Place the jack to one side. specifically for your vehicle.
Page 311 MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) tires) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- Exception: it is permissible to install a differ- tain AMG tires) ent type or make in the event of a flat tire.
Page 312: Technical Data
The operating permit may be invalidated if vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an the instructions for installation and use of RF authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the transmitters are not observed. data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. In particular, the following conditions must be...
Page 313: Vehicle Identification Plate
Identification plates Deviations with respect to frequency bands, Identification plates maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicle identification plate with vehi- The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the cle identification number (VIN) base of the antenna must not exceed the fol-...
Page 314: Engine Number
Mercedes- Benz. Information about tested and approved prod- ucts can be obtained from an authorized 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.
Page 315: Grade (Gasoline)
Service products and filling capacities Other identifications, for example: Model Of which reserve 0 W-30 5 W-30 Mercedes‑AMG vehicles Approx. 5 W-40 3.7 US gal (14.0 l) All other models Approx. Fuel 2.4 US gal (9.0 l) Important safety notes WARNING Gasoline Fuel is highly flammable.
Page 316: General Notes
229.5 fuel injection system as a result. In such cases, and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: use only SAE 0W-40 with the cleaning additive recommended by or SAE 5W-40 engine oils.
Page 317: Notes
Additives Further information on coolants can be found Do not use any additives in the engine oil. in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- This could damage the engine. vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 318: Refrigerant
Windshield washer system member. Important safety notes Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. WARNING The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if R-134a refrigerant.
Page 319: Refrigerant Filling Capacity
Vehicle data cable regulations, as well as SAE standard J639, Vehicle data must be adhered to. General notes Always have work on the climate control system carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Please note that for the specified vehicle data: the heights specified may vary as a result of Refrigerant instruction label tires...
Page 320 Vehicle length, 182.3 in (4631 mm) SL 550 Vehicle length 188.9 in (4798 mm) when opening/clos- ing the roof, SL 450 Vehicle length 188.5 in (4787 mm) when opening/clos- ing the roof, SL 550 Vehicle width 82.6 in (2099 mm)

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