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Operator's Manual
É2315849700aËÍ
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Order no. P2310026 13 Part no. 231 584 97 00 Edition A 2016

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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É2315849700aËÍ 2315849700 Order no. P2310026 13 Part no. 231 584 97 00 Edition A 2016...
  • Page 2 Several of these symbols in succes- Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of sion indicate an instruction with sev- Further information about Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth SIG Inc. eral steps. vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Ignoring them could result in damage to the Audio 20 Operating Instructions vehicle or personal injury to you or others. You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow App: instructions is not covered by the Mercedes- Benz Limited Warranty.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 37 Digital Operator's Manual ....23 Safety ........... 47 Introduction ......... 28 Opening and closing ......79 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 101 Lights and windshield wipers ..107 Climate control ......... 113 Driving and parking ......
  • Page 6 Index Active Parking Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......163 12 V socket Function/notes ......146 see Sockets Important safety notes ....147 ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 75 Adaptive Damping System Function/notes ......142 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ......
  • Page 7 Display message ......163 Checking .......... 83 Function/notes ......149 Important safety notes ....82 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..161 Replacing ......... 83 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Battery (vehicle) see Qualified specialist workshop Charging ........235 Authorized workshop Important safety notes ....233 see Qualified specialist workshop Jump starting .........
  • Page 8 Index Brake fluid Matte finish ........225 Display message ......167 Night View Assist Plus ....225 Notes ..........283 Notes ..........224 Brake force distribution Paint ..........225 see EBD (electronic brake force Plastic trim ........225 distribution) Power washer ........ 225 Brake lamps Rear view camera ......
  • Page 9 Index Coolant (engine) Defrosting the windows ....116 Defrosting the windshield ....116 Checking the level ......223 General notes ........ 114 Display message ......172 Indicator lamp ........ 116 Filling capacity ....... 285 Maximum cooling ......116 Important safety notes ....284 Overview of systems ......
  • Page 10 Driver's door Engine ..........172 see Doors General notes ........ 163 Driving abroad Hiding (on-board computer) ... 163 Mercedes-Benz Service ....224 KEYLESS-GO ........163 Driving on flooded roads ....133 Lights ..........163 Driving safety systems Safety systems ......164 SmartKey ........
  • Page 11 Index EBD (electronic brake force distri- Active Parking Assist ..... 146 bution) Adaptive Damping System ..... 142 ATTENTION ASSIST ......149 Display message ......166 Cruise control ........ 133 Function/notes ........ 75 ECO display Display message ......173 DISTRONIC PLUS ......134 Function/notes ......
  • Page 12 Index Display message ......163 Preparing the vehicle ..... 228 Filling capacity ....... 283 TIREFIT kit ........230 Floormats ........... 218 Notes about oil grades ....283 Frequencies Notes on oil level/consumption ..221 Temperature (on-board computer, Mobile phone ......... 278 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....
  • Page 13 Index Gear indicator (on-board com- puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..161 Ignition lock Gear or selector lever (cleaning see Key positions guidelines) ......... 225 Immobilizer .......... 77 Genuine parts ........28 Indicator lamps Glass roof (sunblind) ......98 see Warning and indicator lamps Glove box ...........
  • Page 14 Index Standing lamps ......108 Switching Adaptive Highbeam Key positions Assist on/off ......... 161 KEYLESS-GO ........120 Switching the daytime running SmartKey ........119 lamps on/off (on-board com- KEYLESS-GO puter) ..........161 Display message ......163 Switching the exterior lighting Locking ..........
  • Page 15 Index Malfunction message Modifying the programming (SmartKey) ........... 82 see Display messages Matte finish (cleaning instruc- MOExtended tires ......229 tions) ..........225 Mounting wheels mbrace Lowering the vehicle ...... 270 Call priority ........215 Mounting a new wheel ....269 Display message ......
  • Page 16 Index Service menu ......... 161 Settings menu ....... 161 Occupant Classification System Standard display ......161 (OCS) Telephone menu ......161 Conditions ........57 Trip menu ........161 Faults ..........61 Video DVD operation ..... 161 Operation ......... 57 Online and Internet functions System self-test .......
  • Page 17 Remote control Pulling away (automatic transmis- Programming (garage door sion) ............ 122 opener) .......... 216 Replacing bulbs General notes ........ 111 Reporting safety defects ....33 QR code Rescue card ......... 34 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Rescue card ........34...
  • Page 18 Index Reserve (fuel tank) Safety system see Fuel see Driving safety systems Reserve fuel SD memory card Display message ......163 see also Digital Operator's Man- Warning lamp ......... 175 ual ..........188 Search & Send see Fuel Residual heat (climate control) ..116 see also Digital Operator's Man- Restraint system ual ..........
  • Page 19 Index Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Problem (malfunction) ..... 84 tem) ..........285 Starting the engine ......122 Washer fluid ........285 Setting the air distribution ....116 see also Digital Operator's Man- Setting the airflow ......116 ual ..........188 Snow chains ........249 Setting the date/time format Sockets see also Digital Operator's Man-...
  • Page 20 Index Stowage areas ........208 Emergency call ......212 Stowage compartments General notes ........ 211 Geo fencing ........211 Armrest (under) ......208 Locating a stolen vehicle ....211 Center console ......208 MB info call button ......214 Center console (rear) ..... 208 Remote vehicle locking ....
  • Page 21 Index Function/notes ......252 Maximum loaded vehicle weight General notes ........ 252 (definition) ........264 Important safety notes ....253 Maximum permissible tire pres- Radio type approval for the tire sure (definition) ......265 pressure monitor ......255 Maximum tire load ......263 Restarting ........
  • Page 22 Index Two-way radio Installing the towing eye ....240 Removing the towing eye ....241 Frequencies ........278 Transporting the vehicle ....242 Installation ........278 With both axles on the ground ..241 Transmission output (maximum) ..278 Type identification plate With the rear axle raised ....
  • Page 23 Index Wheel and tire combinations Vehicle emergency locking ....86 Vehicle height Tires ..........273 Wheel bolt tightening torque ... 270 Active Body Control (except Wheel chock ........267 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....143 Wheels Active Body Control (Mercedes- AMG vehicles) ........ 144 Changing a wheel ......
  • Page 24 Index Workshop see Qualified specialist workshop ZONE function Switching on/off ......116...
  • Page 25 Digital required in the vehicle document wallet. Operator's Manual in an authorized The duration of the installation process can Mercedes-Benz Center. vary. You will not incur any costs when calling The installation process takes approximately up the Digital Operator's Manual.
  • Page 26 Manual is not supported by selected menu appears after a warning the system. Ejecting Disc. message. Please contact your authorized Mercedes-Benz Using the COMAND controller, select the Center. ® symbol in the menu bar and press 7 to confirm.
  • Page 27 Digital Operator's Manual Turn 3 or slide 1 the COMAND controller to select individual vehicle com- ponents. Individual vehicle components are highligh- ted in color. Just one vehicle component per view is highlighted. To confirm the currently selected section, press 7 the COMAND controller. After you have selected a section, one of the following happens: you go straight to the corresponding sec-...
  • Page 28 Digital Operator's Manual Contents Content pages In the contents, the topics are listed in the same order as in the printed Operator's Man- ual. You can select a section and then a sub- section. % Back symbol Hidden warning Topic bar Link to a continuing chapter Topic bar To navigate within a contents page: turn...
  • Page 29 Digital Operator's Manual To open up warning notes, environmen- tal notes and malfunction information: when scrolling through the text, the cursor jumps automatically to the drop down warnings, environmental information and malfunction information. When you have selected the note, press 7 the COMAND controller.
  • Page 30 Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...
  • Page 31 Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- Service and vehicle operation evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of Warranty equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically The implied warranty for your vehicle applies approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 32 Always have the Service and Warranty Book- sonable number of repair attempts let with you when you bring the vehicle to an Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its author- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The ser- ized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or...
  • Page 33 As a Delivery Program. For details, consult an result, these may no longer function as inten- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of one of the following addresses.
  • Page 34 (1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These Qualified specialist workshop devices must accept any interference, includ- An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a ing interference that may cause undesired qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- operation of the device."...
  • Page 35 If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con- Limited Warranty tact us at one of the following addresses. ! Follow the instructions in this manual...
  • Page 36 COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, Terms and Conditions. accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC...
  • Page 37 Introduction ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- sonnel. MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee.

  • Page 39: Table Of Contents

    Cockpit ..........38 Instrument cluster ......39 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 41 Center console ........42 Overhead control panel ...... 45 Door control panel ......46...

  • Page 40: Cockpit

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

  • Page 41: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer Tachometer Speedometer segments Coolant temperature Fuel gauge Multifunction display Fuel filler flap location indi- Instrument cluster lighting cator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side. Information on displaying the outside temperature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature...

  • Page 42: Turn Signals

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam head- 6 Restraint system lamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps M SPORT handling mode (Mercedes-AMG ÷ ESP ® vehicles) K High-beam head- ? Coolant lamps ; Check Engine Electric parking brake (red) F (USA only) 8 Reserve fuel...

  • Page 43: Multifunction Steering Wheel

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

  • Page 44: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND 4 5 Indicator lamp c Seat heating ® å ESP (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) s Seat ventilation è ECO start/stop but- Ò AIRSCARF ton (Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) c PARKTRONIC £...
  • Page 45 Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Shows the driving condi- tions menu in the COMAND Cup holder display (vehicles with Ashtray Active Body Control) COMAND controller É Adjusts the vehicle Seat adjustment level (vehicles with Active Body Control) Favorites button...
  • Page 46 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Selects park position Cup holder Drive program selector Ashtray ß AMG button (drive COMAND controller program or calls up/stores suspension tuning) Seat adjustment à Sets the suspension Favorites button tuning Roof switch...

  • Page 47: Overhead Control Panel

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

  • Page 48: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door o Opens the trunk lid p Opens/closes the % & Unlocks/locks trunk lid the vehicle 7Z\ Adjusts the Adjusts the seats exterior mirrors electrically r 45 = W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows...
  • Page 49 Useful information ......48 Panic alarm .......... 48 Occupant safety ........48 Children in the vehicle ......66 Pets in the vehicle ....... 69 Driving safety systems ....... 69 Protection against theft ..... 77...

  • Page 50: Useful Information

    Occupant safety Useful information Occupant safety Introduction to the restraint system This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- The restraint system can reduce the risk of ment of your vehicle available at the time of vehicle occupants coming into contact with publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 51 If it is necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information con- tact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1 800 367 6372).
  • Page 52 Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- The Emergency Tensioning Device tightens passenger seat, the front-passenger front air the seat belt in an accident, pulling the belt bag must either be deactivated or enabled; close against the body. However it does not see the following points.
  • Page 53 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint Only use seat belts that have been approved systems. for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the...
  • Page 54 Occupant safety When fastening the seat belt, always make ments" section for securing objects, luggage sure that: or loads ( page 208). the seat belt tongue is only inserted to the Fastening seat belts belt buckle belonging to that seat. the seat belt is tight across your body.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety Releasing seat belts You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on and off in the on-board computer. ! Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue Belt warning for the driver and front will be trapped in the door or in the seat passenger mechanism.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety Air bags Only hold the steering wheel on the out- side. This allows the air bag to be fully Introduction deployed. Always lean against the backrest while driv- The installation point of an air bag can be rec- ing.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the the grab handles or coat hooks. steering wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ; deploys in front of and above the glove no accessories, such as cup holders, are box.
  • Page 58 You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Head bags : deploy in the area of the side windows at the front. When deployed, the headbag enhances the level of protection for the head.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety Occupant Classification System rest and the head restraint position accord- (OCS) ingly. Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function Introduction correctly. Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instruc- The Occupant Classification System (OCS) tions. categorizes the person in the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 60 Occupant safety If the status of the front-passenger front air Make sure that the front-passenger front air bag changes while the vehicle is in motion, an bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR air bag display message appears in the instru- BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
  • Page 61 Mercedes-Benz. child's stature. Make sure that the condi- If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not tions for a correct classification are met.
  • Page 62 Occupant safety indicator lamp display the status of the front- That person could, for example, come into passenger front air bag ( page 57). contact with the vehicle's interior, especially For more information about the OCS, see if the person is sitting too close to the dash- "Problems with the Occupant Classification board.
  • Page 63 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 64 Occupant safety Roll bar Deployment of Emergency Tensioning Devices and air bags DANGER Important safety notes If the roll bar has developed a malfunction, it may not function, e.g. in the event of an acci- WARNING dent. The roll bars may then not protect the The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has vehicle occupants as intended.
  • Page 65 Occupant safety be released. The 6 restraint system warn- ently of each other in certain frontal collision ing lamp lights up. situations: Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Front air bags as well as driver's and front- hearing.
  • Page 66 How the air bag system works is deter- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have mined by the severity of the accident detec- the NECK-PRO head restraints checked for ted, especially the vehicle deceleration or...
  • Page 67 Occupant safety Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head Important safety notes restraints ! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats. There is a dan- ger that the seats and/or objects could be damaged when PRE-SAFE ®...

  • Page 68: Children In The Vehicle

    Pro- always secure the child in a child restraint tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehi- restraint system has been exposed to direct cles. The child restraint system must be...
  • Page 69 You can obtain further information about the the special seat belt retractor and secure the correct child restraint system from any child restraint system properly. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. WARNING The seat belt on the front passenger's side is equipped with a special seat belt retractor.
  • Page 70 Children in the vehicle on an instruction label on the child restraint sudden change in direction. The child system. This confirmation can also be found restraint system could be thrown about, strik- in the installation instructions that are inclu- ing vehicle occupants. There is an increased ded with the child restraint system.

  • Page 71: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems ion length. The entire base of the child Driving safety systems restraint system must always rest on the seat Overview of driving safety systems cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the child restraint system must lie In this section, you will find information about as flat as possible against the backrest of the the following driving safety systems:...
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- tion of hazardous road conditions, and func- General information tions as a reminder to take extra care while driving. ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles equip- Recognition by the radar sensor system is ped with DISTRONIC PLUS. also impaired in the event of: For BAS PLUS to assist you, the radar sensor there is dirt on the sensors or anything else system must be operational.
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems ETS remains active when you deactivate ® tection measures (PRE-SAFE ) are activa- ® ted simultaneously. Keep the brake pedal depressed until the Mercedes-AMG vehicles: your vehicle emergency braking situation is over. may be equipped with 20-inch tires on the ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems ® ® ® If ESP intervenes, the ÷ ESP warning Activate ESP as soon as the situations lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. ® described above no longer apply. ESP will otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehi- ®...
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems Deactivating/activating ESP ® ! Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an (Mercedes AMG vehicles) ® extended period with ESP deactivated. You could otherwise damage the drivetrain. Important safety notes Deactivating/activating ESP ® Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 69).
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems When SPORT handling mode is activated: EBD (electronic brake force distribu- tion) ® only improves driving stability to a limited degree. General information traction control is still activated. EBD monitors and controls the brake pres- engine torque is no longer limited and the sure on the rear wheels to improve driving drive wheels are able to spin.
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems ® For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when driv- WARNING ing, the radar sensor system must be opera- PRE-SAFE ® Brake does not react: tional. to people or animals With the help of the radar sensor system, to oncoming vehicles PRE-SAFE ®...

  • Page 79: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft distance warning lamp will light up in the STEER CONTROL instrument cluster. General information Brake immediately to defuse the situation. STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering Take evasive action provided it is safe to do wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilization.
  • Page 80 Protection against theft To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call grasp the outside door handle. The Smart- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Key must be outside the vehicle. 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 81 Useful information ......80 SmartKey ..........80 Doors ............ 85 Trunk ............ 86 Side windows ........92 Roof ............94...

  • Page 82: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before This Operator's Manual describes all inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. models and all standard and optional equip- ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong ment of your vehicle available at the time of magnetic fields.
  • Page 83 SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: A check which periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the the doors SmartKey determines whether a valid Smart- the trunk lid Key is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example: the glove box when the external door handles are the stowage compartment under the arm- touched...
  • Page 84 SmartKey To deactivate: press the & button on If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked the SmartKey twice in rapid succession. automatically. The battery check lamp ( page 83) of the SmartKey flashes twice briefly and lights up To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the once, then KEYLESS-GO is deactivated.
  • Page 85 SmartKey Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment. National guidelines must be observed during disposal. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/Hazard- ousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm.
  • Page 86 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 83) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.

  • Page 87: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be the on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 235).

  • Page 88: Trunk

    Trunk Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far as as far as it will go to position 1. it will go to position 1. The door is unlocked. Turn the mechanical key back and remove Turn the mechanical key back and remove Make sure that the doors and the trunk lid Insert the mechanical key into the Smart-...
  • Page 89 Trunk If you close the trunk lid before the roof is WARNING lowered completely, the loading aid switch The reversing feature does not react: lights up and a warning tone sounds. to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- Opening dimensions of the trunk lid gers page 286).
  • Page 90 Trunk The trunk partition must be closed again press the closing or locking button on the after loading. It will otherwise not be pos- trunk lid. sible to close the roof. pull the trunk lid handle Closing ! The trunk lid swings upwards when opened.
  • Page 91 Trunk If a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is detected in the trunk, the trunk lid opens again after it is closed. It does not lock. HANDS-FREE ACCESS Important safety notes WARNING The vehicle's exhaust system may be very hot. You could burn yourself by touching the Always ensure that you only make the kick- exhaust system if you use HANDS-FREE ing movement within the detection range of...
  • Page 92 Trunk Operation Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- ing automatic closing of the trunk lid. More- over, people, e.g. children, may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process.
  • Page 93 Trunk Opening and closing Remove the mechanical key. Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey page 82). 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 SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechani- cal key.

  • Page 94: Side Windows

    Side windows When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again. WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised.
  • Page 95 Side windows Information in the Digital Operator's Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Opening and closing the side windows Opening and closing all side windows Resetting the side windows...

  • Page 96: Roof

    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 97 Roof Opening and closing there is sufficient clearance, as the roof swings upwards. there is sufficient clearance behind the vehicle, as the trunk lid swings back- wards beyond the bumper. the trunk is only loaded to below the trunk partition. the trunk partition is not pushed up by the load.
  • Page 98 Roof Opening and closing using the Smart- Locking the roof again Important safety notes Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If you do not fully open/close the soft top, the When opening or closing the roof, body parts soft-top hydraulics depressurize after a short could be trapped by, for example, the roof time.
  • Page 99 Roof To remove: unhook net ; from the holder not place any objects on the cover behind the roll bars on the left and right-hand sides and guide it to the rear until it is completely rolled up. not allow the cargo to push the trunk partition upwards Remove trunk partition : from fastening eyelets = in the side panels.
  • Page 100 Roof To extend: press button :. Pull trunk partition : by handle ? in the direction of the arrow. To retract: press button : again. Hook trunk partition : into fastening eye- lets = in the side panels. Roller sunblind for the glass roof Pull net ;...
  • Page 101 Roof Never remove the trim behind the overhead control panel. If the trim is damaged, never touch the electrical components behind it. Always have work on the MAGIC SKY CON- TROL carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. The electrical components of MAGIC SKY CONTROL are protected by a paneling behind the overhead control panel.
  • Page 102 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not in place. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 97). The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid ( page 87).
  • Page 103 Useful information ......102 Correct driver's seat position ..102 Seats ..........102 Steering wheel ........104 Mirrors ..........104 Memory function ....... 105...

  • Page 104: Useful Information

    Seats Useful information With regard to the position of the driver's seat, observe the safety notes on the follow- ing topics: This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- Seats ( page 102) ment of your vehicle available at the time of Steering wheel ( page 104) publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 105 Seats rials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat cov- lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- ers, child seats or booster seats. tem. ! Make sure that there are no objects in the WARNING footwell under or behind the seats when If the head restraints are not installed or not moving the seats back.

  • Page 106: Steering Wheel

    Mirrors Steering wheel Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Driver's and front-passenger seat Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- The three red indicator lamps in the button...

  • Page 107: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Storing settings Calling up a stored setting...
  • Page 109 Useful information ......108 Exterior lighting ........ 108 Interior lighting ......... 111 Replacing bulbs ......... 111 Windshield wipers ......111...
  • Page 110 General notes instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. In some coun-...
  • Page 111 Exterior lighting Active: Combination switch if you are driving at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) and switch on the turn signal or turn the steering wheel if you are driving at speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 45 mph (70 km/h) and turn the steering wheel The cornering lamp may remain lit for a short time, but is automatically switched off after...
  • Page 112 Exterior lighting Adaptive Highbeam Assist have lights, or may recognize them too late. In this or similar situations, the automatic high- General notes beam headlamps will not be deactivated or activated regardless. There is a risk of an acci- dent. Always carefully observe the traffic conditions and switch off the high-beam headlamps in good time.
  • Page 113 Windshield wipers users have been detected or the roads are that these function correctly at all times. adequately lit: Have the headlamp setting checked regularly. The high-beam headlamps are switched off automatically. The K indicator lamp in Windshield wipers the instrument cluster goes out. The _ indicator lamp in the multifunction display Switching the windshield wipers remains lit.
  • Page 114 Windshield wipers Changing the windshield wiper blades wiper blade in the direction of arrow = beyond the point of resistance. Moving the wiper arm to a vertical posi- The wiper blade engages in the removal tion position with an audible click. On vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: To remove a wiper blade: firmly press release knob ;...
  • Page 115 Useful information ......114 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 114 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 116...
  • Page 116 Overview of climate control systems Useful information It is possible that the dehumidification function of the climate control system may be activated automatically an hour after the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey has been removed. The vehicle is models and all standard and optional equip- then ventilated for 30 minutes to dry the ment of your vehicle available at the time of air-conditioning system.
  • Page 117 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left Sets climate control to automatic Defrosts the windshield Switches the residual heat on or off Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off Switches the rear window defroster on/off Switches the ZONE function on/off Sets the temperature, right Activates/deactivates climate control...
  • Page 118 Operating the climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left Sets climate control to automatic Defrosts the windshield Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off Switches the rear window defroster on/off Switches the ZONE function on/off Sets the temperature, right Activates/deactivates climate control...
  • Page 119 Useful information ......118 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............118 Driving ..........119 Automatic transmission ....124 Refueling ..........126 Parking ..........129 Driving tips ........130 Driving systems ........ 133...

  • Page 120: Useful Information

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

  • Page 121: Driving

    Driving Driving ! Do not warm up the engine with the vehi- cle stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid Important safety notes high engine speeds and driving at full throt- tle until the engine has reached its operat- WARNING ing temperature. Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the Only shift the automatic transmission to pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
  • Page 122 Driving KEYLESS-GO If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey's remote control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a General notes short time: Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with you will not be able to switch on the ignition a SmartKey featuring an integrated KEYLESS- with the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 123 Driving The power supply is switched off again if: Starting the engine the driver's door is opened and Important safety notes you press Start/Stop button : twice WARNING when in this position If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, To switch on the ignition: press Start/ they could: Stop button : twice.
  • Page 124 Driving The catalytic converter is preheated for When engaging transmission position D or R, up to 30 seconds after a cold start. During always firmly depress the brake pedal and do this time, the engine sound may be differ- not simultaneously accelerate. ent.
  • Page 125 Driving Hill start assist is not active if: è ECO symbol is shown in the multifunc- tion display. you are pulling away on a level road or on a Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the ECO start/ downhill gradient. stop function is only available in drive pro- the transmission is in position N.

  • Page 126: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problems with the engine You can find information about this in the Digital Operator's Manual. Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly.
  • Page 127 Automatic transmission Switching on the manual drive program Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: Manual drive program M is different from drive program S with regard to spontaneity, release the parking brake. responsiveness and smoothness of gear shifting the automatic transmission out of changes.

  • Page 128: Refueling

    Refueling Shift recommendation Information in the Digital Operator's Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Kickdown Switching off the manual drive program The gearshift recommendations assist you in Refueling adopting an economical driving style. The rec- Important safety notes ommended gear is shown in the multifunction display.
  • Page 129 Refueling next to the filling pump indicates the side of WARNING the vehicle. Electrostatic buildup can create sparks and ignite fuel vapors. There is a risk of fire and Opening the fuel filler flap explosion. Always touch the vehicle body before opening the fuel filler flap or touching the fuel pump nozzle.
  • Page 130 Refueling Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. The ; Check Engine warning lamp may also light up. A message appears in the multifunction display ( page 163).

  • Page 131: Parking

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

  • Page 132: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Switching off the engine The function of the electric parking brake is dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- Important safety notes board voltage is low or there is a malfunction in the system, it may not be possible to apply WARNING the released parking brake.
  • Page 133 All work The tires should always be inflated to the on the engine must be carried out only by recommended tire pressure. qualified and authorized Mercedes-Benz Remove unnecessary loads. technicians. Warm up the engine at low engine speeds.
  • Page 134 Driving tips High-performance and ceramic brake Brakes system (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Important safety notes You can find information about this in the WARNING Digital Operator's Manual. If you shift down on a slippery road surface in Checking brake lining thickness an attempt to increase the engine's braking effect, the drive wheels could lose their grip.

  • Page 135: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Bring the vehicle and wheels into a suitable Do not shift down for additional engine brak- position so that you can attach test gauge ing on a slippery road surface. DANGER Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 129). If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate Move the selector lever to position P.
  • Page 136 Driving systems traffic and weather conditions. Cruise control To store the current speed or a lower is only an aid. You are responsible for the dis- speed tance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, To deactivate cruise control for braking in good time and for staying in When you activate cruise control, the stored lane.
  • Page 137 Driving systems order to increase the distance to the vehicle Any unauthorized modification to this in front or take evasive action provided it is device could void the user's authority to safe to do so. operate the equipment. For DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you, the radar Important safety notes sensor system must be operational.
  • Page 138 Driving systems To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- This speed may: vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- be too high if you are driving in a filter lane tion in the following or other similar situa- or an exit lane tions: be so high when driving in the right-hand when towing the vehicle...
  • Page 139 Driving systems To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- the pressure point for a higher speed, or vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- down ? for a lower speed. tion in the following or other similar situa- Every time the cruise control lever is tions: pressed up or down, the last speed stored is increased or reduced.
  • Page 140 Driving systems If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that there is a risk the battery is disconnected. of a collision, you will be warned visually and the accelerator pedal has been depressed, acoustically. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot pre- e.g. by a vehicle occupant. vent a collision without your intervention.
  • Page 141 Driving systems Pay attention to the road and traffic condi- tions before calling up the stored speed. If you do not know the stored speed, store the desired speed again. Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you =. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 142 Driving systems you pull the cruise control lever towards DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles you in order to pull away and the front- traveling on a different line. The distance to passenger door is open the vehicle in front will be too short. the vehicle has skidded Other vehicles changing lanes If DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you will...
  • Page 143 Driving systems Obstructions and stationary vehicles The vehicle is kept stationary without the driver having to depress the brake pedal. The braking effect is canceled and the HOLD function deactivated when you depress the accelerator pedal to pull away. Important safety notes WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if:...
  • Page 144 Driving systems the electric parking brake is released The electric parking brake automatically secures the vehicle if the HOLD function is the transmission is in position D, R or N activated and: DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated the driver's door is open and the driver's Activating the HOLD function seat belt is unfastened.
  • Page 145 Driving systems Setting raised level Active Body Control (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Vehicle level General notes In order to reduce fuel consumption and improve the driving dynamics, the vehicle is lowered as its speed increases. In the SPORT suspension setting, it is lowered by up to 0.5 in (13 mm) and in COMFORT by up to 0.2 in (5 mm).

  • Page 146: Vehicle Level

    Driving systems Driving conditions menu in the Setting raised level COMAND display You can find information about this in the Digital Operator's Manual. Active Body Control (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Vehicle level General notes Make sure that the engine is running or that In order to reduce fuel consumption and it has been switched off by the ECO start/ improve the driving dynamics, the vehicle is...
  • Page 147 Driving systems Make sure that the engine is running or that there are no persons, animals or objects in it has been switched off by the ECO start/ the area in which you are maneuvering. stop function. ! When parking, pay particular attention to If icon ;...
  • Page 148 Driving systems Front sensors Center Approx. 40 in (approx. 100 cm) Corners Approx. 24 in (approx. 60 cm) Rear sensors Center Approx. 48 in (approx. 120 cm) Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. side (example) 80 cm) Minimum distance Center...
  • Page 149 Driving systems You may also use PARKTRONIC ( page 145). sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage When PARKTRONIC is switched off, Active the wheels or tires. Parking Assist is also unavailable. Active Parking Assist may possibly indicate Use Active Parking Assist for parking spaces: parking spaces which are not suitable for parking, for example: that are parallel to the direction of travel...
  • Page 150 Driving systems Rear view camera if there is a sudden change in temperature, e.g. when driving into a heated garage in General notes winter if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed 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...

  • Page 151: Multifunction Display

    Driving systems Information in the Digital Operator's ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the Manual driver. It might not always recognize fatigue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find recognize them at all. The system is not a information on the following topics: substitute for a well-rested and attentive Displays in the COMAND display...
  • Page 152 Driving systems Night View Assist Plus your driving style to suit the prevailing road and traffic conditions. General notes The system may be impaired or may not func- tion if: if there is poor visibility, e.g. due to snow, rain, fog or spray if the windshield is dirty, fogged up or cov- ered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity of the camera...
  • Page 153 Driving systems The spotlight function and automatic delayed Night View Assist Plus can recognize larger switch-off are then no longer active. animals such as deer, cows or horses using typical characteristics. Pedestrian recognition The system does not detect: smaller animals, e.g. dogs and cats animals whose silhouette is not clearly rec- ognizable When detected, animals are marked with...
  • Page 154 Driving systems red headlamps are deactivated at speeds The spotlight function is not active or is active below 3 mph (5 km/h). The Night View only to a limited extent if: image continues to be displayed. you are driving in city traffic Automatic activation there are pedestrians located in the area of Night...
  • Page 155 Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield is fogged up on the inside. Night View Assist Plus Fold down camera cover ( page 225). has deteriorated. Defrost the windshield ( page 116).
  • Page 156 Driving systems Monitoring area As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei- ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit- WARNING uations. There is a risk of an accident. Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all Always observe the traffic conditions care- traffic situations and road users.
  • Page 157 Driving systems Visual and acoustic collision warning Due to the nature of the system: When you switch on the turn signals to warnings may be issued in error when driv- change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the ing close to crash barriers or similar solid side monitoring range, you receive a visual lane borders.
  • Page 158 Driving systems Either a very slight course-correcting brake is activated starting at a speed of 60 km/h. If miles application, or none at all, may occur if: display unit is selected, the assis- tance range begins at 40 mph. there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g. crash barriers, located on both sides of your vehi- Important safety notes cle.
  • Page 159 Driving systems there are no, several or unclear lane mark- WARNING ings for a lane, e.g. in areas with road con- Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect struction work traffic conditions or road users. In very rare the lane markings are worn away, dark or cases, the system may make an inappropriate covered up, e.g.
  • Page 160 Driving systems recognized. The brake application also slightly reduces vehicle speed. A further lane-correcting brake applica- tion can only occur after your vehicle has returned to the original lane. No lane-correcting brake application occurs you clearly and actively steer, brake or accelerate.
  • Page 161 Useful information ......160 Important safety notes ..... 160 Displays and operation ..... 160 Menus and submenus ...... 161 Display messages ......163 Warning and indicator lamps ... 175...

  • Page 162: Useful Information

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

  • Page 163: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Right control panel Left control panel Back button Rejects or ends a call To activate the on-board computer: turn Exits the telephone book/redial the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition memory lock. Makes or accepts a call You can control the multifunction display and Switches to the redial memory the settings in the on-board computer using...
  • Page 164 Menus and submenus menu (telephone) DriveAssist DriveAssist menu (assistance) Serv. Serv. menu Sett. Sett. menu (settings) menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles)

  • Page 165: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes This section describes display messages relevant to safety together with their solutions. A description of other messages and their solutions can be found in the Digital Operator's Man- ual. 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.
  • Page 166 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP ® (Electronic Stability Pro- !÷ gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE SAFE ® , the HOLD function and hill Currently Unavail start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera tor's Manual BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE...
  • Page 167 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. If ESP ® is not operational, ESP ® is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
  • Page 168 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® , BAS, PRE SAFE ® , the HOLD function and hill start assist are ÷ unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 169 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) warning only) (Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone only) sounds.
  • Page 170 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 clus- Front Left Malfunc ter. tion Service RequiredorFront WARNING Right Malfunction The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig-...
  • Page 171 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's Man an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 172 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating cor- rectly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 57). Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Enabled See enabled during the journey, even though: Operator's Manual...
  • Page 173 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Classification System) has disabled the front-passenger front air bag ( page 57) Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator's Manual Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Oper ator's Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary sys- tem checks have been completed.
  • Page 174 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot Stop Vehicle Turn WARNING Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
  • Page 175 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABC Malfunction The Active Body Control (ABC) function is restricted. WARNING The vehicle's suspension settings may be affected. There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 176 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Soon The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.

  • Page 177: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Transmission Not The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission in P Risk of Vehi is in position R, N or D. cle Rolling Away A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 178 Warning and indicator lamps 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 179 Warning and indicator lamps Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 180 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP ® , EBD (elec- tronic brake force distribution), PRE SAFE ® , PRE SAFE ® Brake, the The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the HOLD function, hill start assist are therefore also deactivated, for engine is running.
  • Page 181 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD func- The yellow ABS warning tion and hill start assist are also unavailable, for example. lamp is lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 182 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of ÷ skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. The yellow ESP ® warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 183 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE SAFE ® , PRE SAFE ® Brake, the HOLD ÷ å function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. The yellow ESP ®...
  • Page 184 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® , BAS, PRE SAFE ® , the HOLD function and hill start assist are ÷ å temporarily unavailable. The yellow ESP ® ® OFF warning ® BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed.
  • Page 185 Warning and indicator lamps Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 ‡ (120 †). The air- flow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may The red coolant warn- be too low. ing lamp comes on while the engine is run- WARNING...
  • Page 186 Warning and indicator lamps Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line · of travel at too high a speed. The red distance warn- ing lamp lights up while Be prepared to brake immediately.
  • Page 187 Warning and indicator lamps Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow combination low tire pressure tell- WARNING tale/TPMS malfunction Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: telltale for the TPMS (pressure loss or mal- they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed...
  • Page 189 Useful information ......188 General notes ........188 Important safety notes ..... 188 Declarations of conformity ....189 Information on copyright ....189 Function restrictions ......189 COMAND operating system ..... 190 Online and Internet functions ..196...

  • Page 190: Useful Information

    Important safety notes Useful information WARNING If you operate information systems and com- These operating instructions describe all munication equipment integrated in the vehi- the standard and optional equipment of cle while driving, you will be distracted from your COMAND system, as available at the traffic conditions.

  • Page 191: Declarations Of Conformity

    Function restrictions Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph Information on copyright (approximately 50 km/h) your vehicle covers General information a distance of 44 feet (approximately 14 m) per second. Information on licenses for free and Open This equipment complies with FCC radiation Source software used in your vehicle and in exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled...

  • Page 192: Comand Operating System

    COMAND operating system certain menu items or COMAND will display a message to this effect. COMAND operating system Overview COMAND display ( page 191) COMAND control panel with a single DVD drive COMAND controller ( page 195) You can use COMAND to operate the follow- ing main functions: the navigation system the audio function...
  • Page 193 COMAND operating system COMAND display Display overview Example display for radio Status bar Shows the time and the current settings for tele- phone operation. Calls up the audio menu Highlights the active Audio main function. The tri- angle indicates that this main function has a selectable submenu.
  • Page 194 COMAND operating system Menu overview Navi Audio Telephone Video System Symbol ® Route settings FM/AM Telephone Video DVD Calls up the Calls up the radio (using system Digital HD Radio™) menu Operator's Manual Map settings Satellite Address Calls up radio book COMAND and Internet...
  • Page 195 COMAND operating system System menu overview System Time SPLITVIEW Consump- Seat Display off tion Display settings Operates Calls up the Changes Switches Switches COMAND fuel con- the driver/ off the dis- the auto- functions sumption front- play matic time from the display passenger settings...
  • Page 196 COMAND operating system COMAND control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Selects stations via the sta- tion search function Switches wavebands Rewinds Switches to satellite radio Selects the previous track Switches to navigation mode Disc slot Shows the menu system •...
  • Page 197 COMAND operating system Function Page Function Page Number pad SD memory card slot • Selects stations via the Calls up the system menu station presets Accepts a call • Stores stations manually Dials a number • Mobile phone authoriza- tion Redial •...

  • Page 198: Online And Internet Functions

    Online and Internet functions Back button The COMAND controller can be: pressed briefly or pressed and held W You can use the k button to exit a menu or to call up the basic display of the current turned clockwise or counter-clockwise operating mode.
  • Page 199 Internet Internet pages cannot be shown on the driver's side while the vehicle is in motion. General notes Canada only: Conditions for access The COMAND Mercedes-Benz Apps and the Internet access are available via the Blue- WARNING tooth ® interface.
  • Page 200 Online and Internet functions Roaming (Canada only) accept the terms of use when the vehicle is stationary. When you are driving your vehicle in a differ- Internet pages cannot be shown on the ent country and using COMAND and Internet driver's side while the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 201 Online and Internet functions Selecting/setting Internet access data In order to set the access data of the mobile phone network provider you can: Calling up mobile network providers select the predefined access data of the Select the ® icon in the main function bar mobile phone network provider by turning cVd the COMAND controller page 200)
  • Page 202 Online and Internet functions successful, a # dot appears in front of vides the SIM card and the associated data Autom. configuration package (access settings) for the connec- <Device_name>. ted mobile phone. The access data remains the same when you are in a different coun- Selecting access data of the mobile phone try (roaming).
  • Page 203 Online and Internet functions Manually setting the access data of the mobile phone network provider Edit To check access settings: select and press W to confirm. The list of access data appears page 201). Check the access data. If the access data is correct: press the % reset button or the &...
  • Page 204 Entry is not necessary The carousel view appears. for all mobile phone Turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND con- network providers. Mercedes-Benz Apps troller until the Password: The password can be panel or a favorite is brought to the front, if obtained from your these have been previously created.
  • Page 205 Online and Internet functions Press the ~ button on COMAND or on the multifunction steering wheel. Select the scissors symbol on the bottom right of the carousel view and press W to confirm. If the mobile phone Internet connection is canceled, COMAND tries to reconnect.
  • Page 206 Online and Internet functions COMAND controller and press W to con- Internet firm. Display restriction The carousel view appears. Internet Radio Bring the panel to the Internet pages cannot be shown while the front by turning cVd the COMAND con- vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 207 Online and Internet functions To enter using the character bar: enter the web address in the input line. As soon as the first letter has been entered in the input line, a list appears below it. The list shows web addresses which begin with the letters you have entered and web addresses which have already been called The list is empty the first time you call it up.
  • Page 209 Useful information ......208 Stowage areas ........208 Features ..........210...
  • Page 210 Stowage areas Useful information Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around in these or in similar situa- This Operator's Manual describes all tions. models and all standard and optional equip- Always make sure that objects do not pro- ment of your vehicle available at the time of trude from stowage compartments, parcel publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 211 Stowage areas If you close the trunk lid before the roof is lowered completely, the loading aid switch lights up and a warning tone sounds. To make it easier to load your luggage, you can raise the stowed roof after you have opened the trunk lid.
  • Page 212 Features Problems with the loading aid Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions It is no longer possible You cannot close the trunk any more. to lower the stowed Call a qualified specialist workshop. roof in the trunk using the loading aid. Stowage well under the trunk floor Sun visors Overview...
  • Page 213 After you have switched on the ignition, the lines: system carries out a self-diagnosis. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance A malfunction in the system has been detec- Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes ted if one of the following occurs:...
  • Page 214 Have the system checked at the nearest General notes authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact An emergency call is dialed automatically if an the following service hotlines: air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device is USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance triggered.
  • Page 215 Press Roadside Assistance button :. In this case, summon assistance by other This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz means. Customer Assistance Center. Making an emergency call The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active.
  • Page 216 Benz Customer Assistance Center was established. This can occur if the relevant mobile phone network is not available, for example. Call Failed message appears in the multifunction display. Press MB Info call button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center.
  • Page 217 Alternatively, you can call the following tele- gency call will take priority and override all phone assistance services: other active calls. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance The indicator lamp of the respective button Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes flashes until the call is ended.
  • Page 218 Features Press and hold button B on remote control the engine running in enclosed spaces with- A until indicator lamp : lights up green. out sufficient ventilation. When indicator lamp : lights up green: programing is finished. Programming When indicator lamp : flashes green: pro- Programing buttons graming was successful.
  • Page 219 Features Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- When indicator lamp : flashes green: pro- graming was successful. The next step is to tion lock ( page 119). synchronize the rolling code. Get out of the vehicle. Release button B of remote control A of Press the programing button on the door the garage door drive.
  • Page 220 Features Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- Before performing these steps, make sure that new batteries have been installed in tion lock ( page 119). garage door drive remote control A. Press and hold buttons ; and ?. Note that some remote controls only trans- The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow mit for a limited amount of time (the indi-...
  • Page 221 Useful information ......220 Engine compartment ......220 ASSYST PLUS ........224 Care ............ 224...

  • Page 222: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.
  • Page 223 Engine compartment Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
  • Page 224 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Example Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide center. tube. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Wipe off oil dipstick :.
  • Page 225 If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury. Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far Let the engine cool down before opening the as it will go.

  • Page 226: Assyst Plus

    If the washer fluid level drops below the rec- Use care products and cleaning agents rec- ommended minimum of 1 liter, a message ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. appears in the multifunction display prompt- ing you to add washer fluid.
  • Page 227 Care To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- You can wash the vehicle in an automatic car vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- wash from the very start. tion in the following or other similar situa- If the vehicle is very dirty, pre-wash it before tions: cleaning it in an automatic car wash.
  • Page 229 Useful information ......228 Where will I find...? ......228 Flat tire ..........228 Battery (vehicle) ........ 233 Jump-starting ........237 Towing and tow-starting ....239 Fuses ..........242...

  • Page 230: Useful Information

    Flat tire Useful information Open the trunk lid. Open the trunk partition ( page 97). This Operator's Manual describes all Lift the trunk floor upwards ( page 210). models and all standard and optional equip- Use the TIREFIT kit ( page 230).
  • Page 231 Flat tire Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. properties) It is therefore recommended that you addi- General notes tionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature run-flat With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat properties, e.g.
  • Page 232 Flat tire TIREFIT kit When replacing one or all tires, please observe the following specifications for Important safety notes your vehicle's tires: TIREFIT is a tire sealant. size You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to the type and 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire the "MOExtended"...
  • Page 233 Flat tire Pull plug ? with the cable and hose A out ! Do not operate the tire inflation compres- of the housing. sor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break. It may otherwise overheat. Screw hose A onto flange B of tire seal- ant bottle :.
  • Page 234 Flat tire If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) The maximum speed for a tire sealed with tire has not been attained after five minutes: sealant is 50 mph (80 km/h). The upper part page 232). of the TIREFIT sticker must be affixed to the instrument cluster in the driver's field of If tire sealant leaks out, allow it to dry.

  • Page 235: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Can- Battery (vehicle) ada). Important safety notes Correct the tire pressure if it is still at least Special tools and expert knowledge are 130 kPa (1.3 bar/19 psi). See the Tire and required when working on the battery, e.g.
  • Page 236 Battery (vehicle) Always make sure that neither you nor the Environmental note battery is electrostatically charged. A build- Batteries contain dangerous up of electrostatic charge can be caused, for substances. It is against the example: law to dispose of them with by wearing clothing made from synthetic the household rubbish.
  • Page 237 When jump-start- can also charge the battery with a charger ing the vehicle or charging the battery, gases recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion. qualified specialist workshop for further infor- mation.
  • Page 238 Battery (vehicle) The jump-starting connection point is in the engine compartment. If the indicator/warning lamps do not light up at low temperatures, it is very likely that the discharged battery has frozen. In this case, you may neither charge the battery nor jump- start the vehicle.

  • Page 239: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 240 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 241: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Press cover : of positive terminal ; down (in the direction of the arrow) and turn it clockwise. Cover : is held down in the lowered position, which exposes positive termi- nal ;.
  • Page 242 Towing and tow-starting Installing/removing the towing eye ! When towing vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the key instead of the Start/Stop but- Installing the towing eye ton. Otherwise, the automatic transmission may shift to position P when the driver's or WARNING front-passenger door are opened, which The exhaust tail pipe may be very hot.
  • Page 243 Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye or front-passenger door or when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. In order to ensure that the automatic trans- mission stays in position N when towing the vehicle, you must observe the following points: Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 108).

  • Page 244: Fuses

    Always replace faulty fuses with the specified new fuses having the correct amperage. Dashboard fuse box ! Only use fuses that have been approved Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which tion ( page 242).
  • Page 245 Fuses seeping in or dirt could otherwise impair ! Do not use a pointed object such as a the operation of the fuses. screwdriver to open the cover in the dash- board. You could damage the dashboard or the cover. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.
  • Page 246 Fuses Fuse box in the rear Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 242). ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. ! When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box.
  • Page 247 Useful information ......246 Important safety notes ..... 246 Operation ........... 246 Winter operation ....... 248 Tire pressure ........249 Loading the vehicle ......255 All about wheels and tires ....258 Changing a wheel ......266 Wheel and tire combinations ... 271...

  • Page 248: Useful Information

    Operator's Manual. Accessories that are not approved for your Country-specific differences are possible. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being Please note that your vehicle may not be used correctly can impair operating safety. equipped with all features described. This...
  • Page 249 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.

  • Page 250: Winter Operation

    Break in new tires at moderate speeds for form, thereby damaging the tires perma- the first 60 miles (100 km). They only reach nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept their full performance after this distance. responsibility for this type of damage. Do not drive with tires which have too little...

  • Page 251: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure Snow chains The specifications on the sample Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pres- WARNING sure tables are examples. Tire pressure If snow chains are installed to the front specifications are vehicle-specific and may wheels, they may drag against the vehicle deviate from the data shown here.
  • Page 252 There is a risk of an accident. Only screw the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for Some tire pressure tables show only the rim your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 253 Tire pressure Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the Underinflated or overinflated tires tire pressure. The outer appearance of a tire Underinflation does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pressure. On vehicles equipped with WARNING the electronic tire pressure monitor, the tire Tires with pressure that is too low can over- pressure can be checked in the on-board heat and burst as a consequence.
  • Page 254 Tire pressure Maximum tire pressures Read the tire pressure and compare it to the recommended value on the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure table ( page 249). If the tire pressure is too low, increase the tire pressure to the recommended value.
  • Page 255 Tire pressure Important safety notes When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal WARNING low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunc- Each tire, including the spare (if provided), tions may occur for a variety of reasons, should be checked at least once a month including the mounting of incompatible when cold and inflated to the pressure rec-...
  • Page 256 Tire pressure displayed after driving a few icantly too low. The tire pressure monitor is minutes not malfunctioning. message appears. if the warning lamp flashes for around a After a teach-in process, the tire pressure minute and then remains lit constantly, the monitor automatically detects new wheels or tire pressure monitor is malfunctioning.

  • Page 257: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Restarting the tire pressure monitor After driving for a few minutes, the system checks whether the current tire pressures When you restart the tire pressure monitor, all are within the specified range. The new tire existing warning messages are deleted and pressures are then accepted as reference the warning lamps go out.
  • Page 258 Loading the vehicle identification plate informs you of the The gross weight of all vehicle occupants, gross vehicle weight rating. It is made up load and luggage must not exceed the speci- of the vehicle weight, all vehicle occu- fied value. pants, the fuel and the cargo.
  • Page 259 Loading the vehicle Step 1 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Example 1 Example 2 Step 1: Locate the statement "The com- Combined bined weight of occupants and cargo 1500 lbs 1500 lbs maximum should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs."...

  • Page 260: All About Wheels And Tires

    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- Overview of Tire Quality Grading Stand- (680 kg) Ò (680 kg) Ò mum gross ards 175 lbs...
  • Page 261 You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 247).
  • Page 262 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard page 264)
  • Page 263 All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Sum- the tire height. Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. tires "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents Index Speed rating diagonal tires; "B" represents diagonal radial tires.
  • Page 264 All about wheels and tires "(Y)" indicates that the maximum speed of The speed rating of tires mounted at the fac- the tire is over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask tory may be higher than the maximum speed the tire manufacturer about the maximum that the electronic speed limiter permits.
  • Page 265 All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The TIN consists of the manufacturer identi- fication code ;, tire size =, tire type code ? and manufacturing date A. DOT (Department of Transportation): tire symbol : indicates that the tire complies with the requirements of the U.S.
  • Page 266 All about wheels and tires Increased vehicle weight due to optional Tire data is vehicle-specific and may devi- equipment ate from the data in the example. This is the combined weight of all standard Definition of terms for tires and loading and optional equipment available for the vehi- cle, regardless of whether it is actually instal- Tire ply composition and material used...
  • Page 267 All about wheels and tires the load limit pounds per square inch (psi), in kilopascal (kPa) or in bar. The tire pressure should only the weight of the factory installed optional be corrected when the tires are cold. equipment Cold tire pressure Kilopascal (kPa) The tires are cold: Metric unit for tire pressure.

  • Page 268: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Traction Tire-mounting tools should not be used near the valve. This could damage the elec- Traction is the result of friction between the tronic components. tires and the road surface. Only have tires changed at a qualified spe- Treadwear indicators cialist workshop.
  • Page 269 Changing a wheel Mounting a wheel The folding wheel chock is an additional securing measure to prevent the vehicle from Preparing the vehicle rolling away, for example when changing a wheel. Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and Fold both plates upwards :. level ground.
  • Page 270 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on...
  • Page 271 Changing a wheel Removing a wheel ! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, you should pro- ceed carefully and get a second person assist to you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt.
  • Page 272 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you after a wheel is changed. only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! Mercedes-AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.

  • Page 273: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations ing tire tables: General notes BA: both axles FA: front axle ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- RA: rear axle ommends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by The recommended pressures for various...
  • Page 274 Wheel and tire combinations be obtained from a qualified specialist work- shop. Not all wheel and tire combinations are available at the factory for all countries. The following pages contain information on approved wheel rims and tire sizes for equipping your vehicle with winter tires. Winter tires are not available at the factory as standard equipment or optional extras.
  • Page 275 Wheel and tire combinations Tires SL 400 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 95 Y 2, 3 Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y 2, 4...
  • Page 276 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) SL 550 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y...
  • Page 277 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) Mercedes-AMG vehicles Summer tires Mercedes-AMG vehicles with 20-inch wheels on the rear axle: if replaced with 19-inch wheels, ETS may intervene noticeably earlier during the first few kilometers.
  • Page 279 Useful information ......278 Information regarding technical data ............ 278 Vehicle electronics ......278 Identification plates ......279 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 280 Vehicle data ........286...

  • Page 280: Useful Information

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

  • Page 281: Identification Plates

    2G/3G/4G Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at Vehicle identification plate with vehi- the base of the antenna must not exceed the...

  • Page 282: Service Products And Filling Capaci- Ties

    Service products and filling capacities Open the driver's door. Vehicle identification number (VIN) You will see vehicle identification plate :. Move the front-passenger front seat to its Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only) rearmost position. Fold up floor covering : in front of the Vehicle model front-passenger seat.
  • Page 283 Information about tested and approved prod- out delay. ucts can be obtained from an authorized If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. ing. You can recognize service products approved...
  • Page 284 Gasoline may only be mixed must only be mixed with additives recom- with cleaning additives recommended by mended by Mercedes-Benz. Comply with Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can the instructions for use on the product obtain further information from any author- label.
  • Page 285 The engine oils are matched to the perform- ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems.
  • Page 286 When the vehicle is first delivered, it is fil- Further information on coolants can be led with a coolant mixture that ensures found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec- for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. tion.
  • Page 287 ! Only the refrigerant R 134a and the PAG ! Only use washer fluid that is suitable for oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be plastic lamp lenses, e.g. MB SummerFit or used. The approved PAG oil may not be MB WinterFit.

  • Page 288: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Refrigerant instruction label Vehicle data General notes Please note that for the specified vehicle data: the heights specified may vary as a result tires load condition of the suspension optional equipment Example: refrigerant instruction label optional equipment reduces the maximum Warning symbol payload.
  • Page 289 Vehicle data Mercedes AMG vehicles Vehicle width 82.6 in (2099 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 51.2 in - 51.5 in (1300 mm - 1308 mm) Vehicle height, 66.5 in - 67.4 in when opening/ (1688 mm - closing the roof 1713 mm) Wheelbase 101.8 in (2585 mm)

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