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Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal injury.
..........106 Authorized Centers ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..183 see Qualified specialist workshop Air bags Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Display message ......220 see Qualified specialist workshop Front air bag (driver, front Authorized workshops passenger) ........44 see Qualified specialist workshop Important safety notes ....
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Index Program selector button ....157 Important safety notes ....169 Pulling away ........151 Maintenance ........170 Shift ranges ........158 Parking brake ......167, 171 Starting the engine ......151 Warning lamp ......... 239 Steering wheel paddle shifters ..157 Breakdown Trailer towing .........
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Index Cargo compartment enlargement Cleaning Full ..........255 Mirror turn signal ......293 Important safety notes ....254 Trailer tow hitch ......294 Partial ..........255 Climate control Cargo compartment floor ....298 Automatic climate control (3- Cargo net zone) ..........136 Controlling automatically ....
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........170 see Doors New brake pads/linings ....170 Driving abroad Snow chains ........315 Mercedes-Benz Service ....289 Symmetrical low beam ....120 Symmetrical low beam ....120 Towing a trailer ......193 Driving lamps Wet road surface ......170...
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Index EBD (electronic brake force ® (Electronic Stability distribution) Program) Display message ......217 4ETS ..........69 Function/notes ........ 70 Deactivating/activating ....69 Electronic Stability Program Display message ......215 ® Function/notes ........ 69 see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Emergency release Important safety information ...
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Opening/closing the garage door .. 280 Programming (button in the rear- Ignition lock view mirror) ........278 see Key positions Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..348 Immobilizer .......... 72 Glove box ........... 251 Indicator and warning lamps GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) DISTRONIC ........
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Index Level control (vehicle with Instrument cluster Overview .......... 31 AIRMATIC package) Selecting the language (on-board Basic settings ........ 184 computer) ........207 Function/notes ......183 Settings ......... 206 Important safety notes ....183 Warning and indicator lamps ... 32 License plate lamp Instrument cluster lighting ....
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Index Low-beam headlamps Mounting wheels Changing bulbs ......127 Lowering the vehicle ...... 338 Display message ......221 Mounting a new wheel ....338 Setting for driving abroad Raising the vehicle ......336 (symmetrical) ......... 120 Removing a wheel ......337 Switching on/off ......
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Index On-board computer Panorama sliding sunroof Additional functions menu ..... 211 Important safety notes ....93 AIRMATIC/compass menu .... 205 Parking ..........166 Audio menu ........204 Important safety notes ....166 Convenience submenu ....210 Parking brake ........ 167 Displaying a service message ..
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Index Reporting safety defects ....25 Reserve (fuel tank) Radar sensor system see Fuel Activating/deactivating ....209 Reserve fuel Radiator cover ........285 Display message ......227 Radio Warning lamp ......... 245 Selecting a station ......204 see Fuel see separate operating instructions Reset button ........
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Index Short journeys (diesel particle Warning lamp ......... 238 Warning lamp (function) ....58 filter) ........... 169 Seats Side impact air bag ......45 Adjusting (electrically) ....102 Side marker lamp (display Adjusting the head restraint ..103 message) ..........223 Cleaning the cover ......
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Index Spare wheel Center console ......252 Storage location ......342 Center console (2nd row of seats) . 252 Stowing .......... 344 Cup holders ........264 Specialist workshop ......24 Glove box ........251 Important safety information ..251 Special seat belt retractor ....62 Speed, controlling Stowage net ........
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Index Locating a stolen vehicle ....277 Checking ........313 MB info call button ......274 Definition of terms ......331 Roadside Assistance button ..274 Direction of rotation ...... 334 Search & Send ....... 276 Display message ......231 Self-test .........
The original purchase agreement lists all Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as systems installed in your vehicle. conversion parts and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle for Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center their reliability, safety and suitability.
Service and Warranty Booklet. or leasing price if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or an authorized workshop or maintenance facility cannot, after several...
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Europe through our European pothole. Delivery Program. For details, consult an If you feel a sudden significant vibration or authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage one of the following addresses. to your vehicle has occurred: In the USA turn on your hazard warning flashers.
Qualified specialist workshop Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the qualified specialist workshop. It has the following two conditions: (1) These devices...
If the problem is not resolved to http://www.safercar.gov your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of the following addresses. Limited Warranty In the USA ! Follow the instructions in this manual...
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Introduction LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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Cockpit ..........30 Instrument cluster ......31 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 33 Center console ........34 Overhead control panel ...... 36 Door control panel ......37...
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Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusting the steering shifters wheel manually Cruise control lever Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection PARKTRONIC warning Opening the hood display Releasing the parking brake Overhead control panel...
Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ! ABS ü Seat belt È The lamp lights up % Diesel engine: briefly, but has no function. preglow $ Brakes (USA only) + SRS L Low-beam ® ÷ ESP headlamps ·...
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Switches on the Voice COMAND; see the separate Control System; see the operating instructions separate operating instructions Rejects or ends a call Exits phone book/redial Selects a menu: scrolls memory back and forth Makes or accepts a call...
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND; see the separate £ Hazard warning operating instructions lamps c Seat heating ATA indicator lamp c PARKTRONIC s Seat ventilation ® Á Level control å ESP Selects the drive program e Adaptive Damping System 42 Indicator...
Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Stowage compartment Ashtray Stowage well Cigarette lighter Stowage compartment Cup holders...
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- G SOS button (mbrace hand reading lamp on/off system) | Switches the Rear-view mirror automatic interior lighting Reading lamps control on/off Buttons for the garage door u Switches the rear opener interior lighting on/off...
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door n Activates/ deactivates the override %& Unlocks/locks feature for the side the vehicle windows in the rear compartment 7 Adjusts the exterior mirrors ± Opens/closes the hinged power side windows Zö\ Selects the exterior mirror, electrically q Opens/closes the...
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Useful information ......40 Panic alarm .......... 40 Occupant safety ........40 Children in the vehicle ......60 Driving safety systems ....... 67 Theft deterrent locking system ..72...
Occupant safety 1. This device may not cause interference, Useful information 2. this device must accept any interference This Operator's Manual describes all received, including interference that may models and all standard and optional cause undesired operation. equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Any unauthorized modification to this Manual.
Additional protection is provided by: comes on after the engine was started or SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) while driving NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly luxury head restraints recommends that you have the system ® PRE-SAFE checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
SRS. injuries resulting from air bag deployment. Do not install additional trim material, seat If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz covers, badges, etc. to the: strongly recommends that you inform the padded steering wheel boss...
If you authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates,...
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Occupant safety needed to provide the best possible If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you protection in a rollover. make the buyer aware of this safety information. Be sure to give the buyer this Air bags provide additional protection; they are not, however, a substitute for seat belts.
WARNING The side impact air bags are deployed: Only use seat covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your on the side on which an impact occurs vehicle model. Using other seat covers may at the start of an accident with a high rate...
Occupant safety regardless of whether the seat belt on the Window curtain air bags : enhance the level driver's seat and the outer seats of the 2nd of protection for the head, but not chest or row of seats is used arms, of the vehicle occupants on the side of the vehicle on which the impact occurs.
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Occupant safety front passenger seat occupant as weighing as If the 24 indicator lamp is not much as or less than a typical 12-month-old illuminated, the front passenger front air bag child in a standard child restraint or if the front is activated and will be deployed passenger seat is classified as being empty.
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Only have the seat repaired at an authorized in a rear-facing child restraint on the rear Mercedes-Benz Center. seat. In order to ensure correct operation of the air If you install a rear-facing child restraint on...
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If the SmartKey has been removed from the qualified specialist workshop. ignition lock or is in position 0, For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz 42 indicator lamp : does not recommends that you only use seat light up.
Occupant safety These are examples of when the OCS 42 indicator lamp will not go deactivates the front-passenger front air bag. out. Deactivation takes place although the For more information about the OCS, see collision fulfills the criteria for deploying the "Problems with the Occupant Classification driver's air bag.
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Occupant safety Problems with the Occupant Classification System WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the passenger seat, the system then determines the occupant cannot be a child. Do not allow any occupant to use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
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Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The 42 The OCS is malfunctioning. indicator lamp does not Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the light up and/or does child seat. not stay on. Check the installation of the child restraint system. The front-passenger Make sure that no objects are applying additional weight onto seat is:...
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The belt pretensioning is reduced and the restraints checked at an authorized locking mechanism is released. Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end More information about seat-belt collision. adjustment, a convenience function ®...
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Occupant safety Remove resetting tool : from the vehicle not become caught between the head document wallet. restraint cushion and the cover. Failure to observe this could result in injuries. Slide resetting tool : into guide ; between the NECK-PRO luxury head restraint and the rear cover of the head restraint.
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The integrated restraint system includes Only use seat belts that have been approved SRS (driver front air bag, front-passenger by Mercedes-Benz. front air bag, side impact air bags, window Never tamper with seat belts. This can result curtain air bags for the side windows),...
Occupant safety chance of head and neck injuries. The seat keep both feet on the floor in front of the belt would also apply too much force to the seat. ribs or abdomen, which could severely When using a seat belt to secure infant injure internal organs such as your liver or restraints, toddler restraints, or children in spleen.
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Occupant safety For more information about releasing the seat belt with release button ?, see "Releasing seat belts" ( page 58). Seat belt adjustment The seat-belt adjustment function adjusts the driver's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants. The belt strap is tightened slightly when: you engage the belt tongue in the belt buckle and you then turn the SmartKey to...
Occupant safety To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards. Press release button ? and guide belt The belt sash guide engages in various tongue ; back towards belt sash positions. guide : . To lower: press and hold belt sash guide release :.
Tensioning Devices, always observe the the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on safety instructions. These are available from each of the lap-shoulder belts in the front. any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the front-passenger seat is occupied and ® The PRE-SAFE...
Children in the vehicle health hazard. The + SRS warning lamp with the weight of a standard appropriate lights up. child restraint on the front-passenger seat. A child in a rear-facing child restraint on the front-passenger seat will be seriously Children in the vehicle injured or even killed if the front-passenger front air bag inflates in a collision which...
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We recommend that you use the child such as seat adjustment, steering wheel restraint systems which have been adjustment, or the memory function recommended for Mercedes-Benz. If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure WARNING themselves or be injured by following traffic.
There is an increased risk of serious vehicle is in motion. injury or even fatal injury. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you always Always keep the seat belt of the activated properly secure all infants and children with special seat belt retractor engaged when a child or infant seat restraint system for the driving.
Children in the vehicle LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat anchors Securing ring : for two LATCH-type (ISOFIX) in the rear child restraint systems can be found on the left and right: WARNING on the seat cushions of the outer seats in Children that are too large for a child restraint the second row must travel in seats using normal seat belts.
Children in the vehicle manufacturer's instructions when folded in and the indicator area is barely installing. visible. Secure child restraint systems without a If the backrests are not locked, they could fold LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing forwards in the event of an accident, sudden system using the seat belts in the vehicle.
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Not all child restraint systems, including some Mercedes-Benz approved child restraint systems, can be used in this seat position. For further information contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Children in the vehicle Ensure that: Top Tether hook A is hooked into Top Tether anchorage ? as shown. Top Tether belt B is not twisted. Top Tether belt B is routed between the rear seat backrest and the cargo compartment cover if the cargo compartment cover is installed.
Driving safety systems Override feature for the rear side ignition lock or removed from the vehicle, windows such as seat adjustment, steering wheel adjustment, or the memory function WARNING If children open a door, they could injure other When children ride on the vehicle's rear seats, persons or get out of the vehicle and injure activate the override switch.
Driving safety systems systems can neither reduce the risk of ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way accident nor override the laws of physics. that the wheels do not lock when you brake. Driving safety systems are merely aids This allows you to continue steering the designed to assist driving.
Driving safety systems ® ® If ESP intervenes, the ÷ ESP warning ® (Electronic Stability Program) lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. Important safety notes ® If ESP intervenes: Observe the "Important safety notes" ® Do not deactivate ESP under any section ( page 67).
Driving safety systems the vehicle/trailer combination from swerving. Trailers with a high center of gravity ® can tip over before ESP can detect this. There is a risk of an accident. Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions. If your vehicle with trailer (vehicle/trailer combination) begins to lurch, you can only stabilize the vehicle/trailer combination by...
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Driving safety systems acoustically. The distance warning function Distance warning function cannot prevent a collision without your Important safety notes intervention. Starting at a speed of around 20 mph Observe the "Important safety notes" (30 km/h), the distance warning function section ( page 67).
Any unauthorized modification to this charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. device could void the user's authority to Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz operate the equipment. Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the Canada only: This device complies with USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
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Theft deterrent locking system To switch off using KEYLESS-GO: unlock the vehicle with KEYLESS-GO. Press the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open: a door the vehicle with the mechanical key the tailgate...
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Useful information ......76 SmartKey ..........76 Doors ............ 82 Cargo compartment ......85 Side windows ........89 Sliding sunroof ........93...
SmartKey Useful information hot, and a child could be burned on these parts. This Operator's Manual describes all WARNUNG models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the If a key ring is too heavy or too large, the time of publication of the Operator's weight acting on the SmartKey could cause it Manual.
SmartKey The Product label with FCC ID and IC The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: certification number can be found in the the doors battery case of the SmartKey. the tailgate Do not keep the SmartKey: the fuel filler flap with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile When unlocking, the turn signals flash once.
SmartKey instance, and lock it using the & button on seconds until the battery check lamp flashes twice ( page 79). the SmartKey. If the setting of the locking system is When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the distance between the SmartKey and the changed within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing the &...
If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/ key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked index.cfm. automatically. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist SmartKey into the ignition lock. workshop.
SmartKey If the SmartKey battery is checked within Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. the signal reception range of the vehicle, pressing the & or % button: Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards.
SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the SmartKey. function of the SmartKey. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % or &...
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost the Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. mechanical key. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g.
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Doors Centrally locking and unlocking the Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo vehicle from the inside increases a child's risk of injury in the event You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle strong braking maneuvers from the inside. The buttons are located on both front doors.
Doors You could therefore be locked out if: Locking the vehicle the vehicle is being pushed. If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the the vehicle is being towed. SmartKey, you can lock it by taking the following steps. the vehicle is being tested on a dynamometer.
Cargo compartment Cargo compartment WARNING Make sure the tailgate is closed when the Important safety notes engine is running and while driving. Among other dangers, deadly carbon monoxide (CO) WARNING gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in When leaving the vehicle, always remove the unconsciousness and death.
Cargo compartment Press the % button on the SmartKey. gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. Pull handle :. Raise the tailgate. ! The tailgate swings upwards and to the Vehicles with the EASY-PACK tailgate: if rear when opened. Therefore, make sure you pull handle : and then release it, the that there is sufficient clearance above and tailgate opens automatically.
Cargo compartment make sure no one is in danger of being injured. To interrupt the opening procedure, press or pull the door-mounted remote tailgate switch. When the SmartKey is not inserted in the starter switch (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Make sure the vehicle's on-board electronics have status 0): Press button F on the SmartKey.
Cargo compartment Opening/closing Opening You can open and close the tailgate from the You can unlock and open the tailgate from driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary inside the vehicle. and unlocked. Press handle : in the direction of To open: pull remote operating switch : arrow ;...
Side windows To open the tailgate: pull the handle on If a window encounters an obstruction that the tailgate. blocks its path in a circumstance where you To stop the opening procedure at the are closing the windows by pressing and desired position: press the closing button holding button &...
Side windows Rear right Rear left Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. To open: press the corresponding switch. To close: pull the corresponding switch. If you press the switch beyond the point of resistance, an automatic opening/ closing process is started in the corresponding direction.
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Side windows Convenience opening When you lock the vehicle, you can simultaneously: Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's close the side windows door handle. close the hinged side windows Press and hold the % button until the close the sliding sunroof or the panorama side windows and the sliding sunroof or the roof with power tilt/sliding panel...
Side windows If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again. You must reset each side window if: the battery has been disconnected or has become discharged. the side window opens again slightly after being closed fully. the side window can no longer be fully opened or closed.
Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING Closing the side windows with increased force or without the anti-entrapment feature could lead to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the side windows. WARNING Pulling and holding the switch to close the door window immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the door window to close without the anti-entrapment feature for as long...
Sliding sunroof Operating the sliding sunroof WARNING The sliding sunroof is made out of glass. In the Opening and closing event of an accident, the glass may shatter. This may result in an opening in the roof. In a vehicle rollover, occupants not wearing their seat belts or not wearing them properly may be thrown out of the opening.
Sliding sunroof Resetting The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel can only be operated when the roller ! If the sliding sunroof still cannot be sunblind is open ( page 96). opened or closed fully after resetting, To open and close: turn the SmartKey to contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the roller until the panorama roof with power tilt/ sunblinds sliding panel is fully closed. Keep the 2 switch pulled for an additional second. Pull the 2 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until the roller sunblinds are fully closed.
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Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING You could be severely or even fatally injured when closing the sliding sunroof with increased closing force or if the anti-entrapment feature is deactivated. Make sure that nobody can become trapped when closing the sliding sunroof. WARNING Pressing and holding the sliding sunroof switch to close the sliding sunroof immediately after it had been blocked two times will cause the sliding sunroof to close without the anti-entrapment...
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Useful information ......100 Correcting the driver's seat posi- tion ............. 100 Seats ..........101 Steering wheel ........112 Mirrors ..........114 Memory function ......116...
Correcting the driver's seat position you have moved the backrest to an almost Useful information vertical position. you have set the seat cushion angle so that This Operator's Manual describes all your thighs are gently supported. models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the you can depress the pedals properly.
Seats settings using the memory function WARNING page 116). Your seat belt must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt. Observe the following points: Seats adjust the seat backrest until your arms are Important safety notes slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.
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Seats Adjusting the seats electrically Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.
Seats Push or pull the lower edge of the head Adjusting the head restraints restraint in the direction of the arrow. Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraints Adjusting the head restraint height electrically To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for head restraint adjustment page 102) up or down in the direction of the arrow.
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Seats Rear seat head restraints Important safety notes WARNING For safety reasons, always drive with the rear head restraints in the upright position when the rear seats are occupied. Keep the area around head restraints clear of articles (e.g. clothing) to not obstruct the folding operation of the head restraints.
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Seats You can remove the head restraints in the 2nd If the seat and backrest are not correctly row of seats (center seat and outer seats) and latched, the seat could move forward and the the head restraints in the 3rd row of seats in backrest could fold down.
Seats Adjusting the backrest angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment (2nd row of seats) Outer seats, 2nd row Seat fore-and-aft adjustment of the outer seats in the 2nd row is only possible for vehicles with a 3rd row of seats. Pull lever : in the direction of the arrow to the pressure point and hold it in this position.
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Seats 7-seat vehicles WARNING The folded second-row middle seat is intended to serve as an armrest only. Do not fold the second-row middle seat and allow occupants to use the folded second-row middle seat as a footrest while driving. All vehicle occupants must keep both feet on the floor in front of their seat.
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Seats Move the head restraint to the lowest position or carefully guide the seat backrest forwards to prevent damage. The left and right seats of the 2nd row can be folded down electrically in order to enter or exit the 3rd row of seats. Further related subjects: cargo compartment enlargement (folding the 2nd and 3rd row of seats...
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Seats Pull on release loop : in the direction of the arrow and hold in this position. The backrest folds forwards. Slide the seat in the 2nd row of seats forwards to the stop. Seat unlocked When the seat is unlocked, lock status indicator : is folded out and indicator area ;...
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Seats You can adjust the contour of the front seat Adjusting the multicontour seat backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back. Switching the seat heating on/off Activating/deactivating WARNING Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessive seat temperatures. The health of passengers that have limited Make sure that the SmartKey is in temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to...
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Seats The system automatically switches down Switching the seat ventilation on/off from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten Activating/deactivating minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 35 minutes after it is set to level 1. Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
Steering wheel wheel up or down or try to move it in the Steering wheel fore-and-aft direction. Important safety notes WARNING Adjusting the steering wheel Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. electrically Adjusting the steering wheel while driving, or driving without the steering wheel adjustment feature locked could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
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Steering wheel Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you WARNING remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, Let the system complete the adjustment the steering wheel heating is deactivated. procedure before setting the vehicle in Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: when you switch motion. All steering wheel adjustment must off the ignition and open the driver's door, the be completed before setting the vehicle in steering wheel heating is deactivated.
Mirrors when you store the setting with the memory the vehicle driving behind by glancing over function ( page 116). your shoulder. Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is triggered in an accident, the steering column will move upwards when the driver's door is opened.
Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as electrically soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside. the exterior mirrors fold out again automatically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver's or front- passenger door.
Memory function Calling up a stored parking position Parking position for the exterior setting mirror on the front-passenger side Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Adjust the exterior mirror on the front- passenger side using button ;.
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Memory function The following settings are stored as a single memory preset: position of the seat, backrest and head restraint driver's side: steering wheel position driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger sides Adjust the seat ( page 102).
24). Exterior lighting Important safety notes Left-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights Lights off/daytime running lamps switched on even during the daytime. In some Automatic headlamp mode/daytime 4Ã...
Exterior lighting The exterior lighting (except the parking/ light switch and the L indicator lamp in standing lamps) switches off automatically if the instrument cluster light up. you: If the light switch is set to $ or Ã, you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock cannot activate the high-beam headlamps.
Exterior lighting others. Therefore, turn the light switch to Switching from à to L will briefly L in fog. switch off the headlamps. Doing so while driving in low ambient lighting conditions may The automatic headlamp feature is only an result in an accident.
Exterior lighting Turn the light switch to L. When the To indicate briefly: press the combination switch briefly to the pressure point in the light switch is set to c, you cannot direction of arrow ; or ?. switch on the rear fog lamp. The corresponding turn signal flashes three Pull the light switch out to the stop.
Interior lighting the weather conditions (humidity and Hazard warning lamps temperature). If the level of moisture does not diminish: Have the headlamps checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Interior lighting Overview of interior lighting To switch on the hazard warning lamps: press button :.
Replacing bulbs The interior lighting automatically switches on if you: unlock the vehicle open a door remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock The interior light is activated for a short while when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off using the on-board computer page 209).
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Replacing bulbs If your vehicle is equipped with Xenon bulbs, Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of you can recognize this by the following: the vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure cone of light from the Xenon bulbs moves that these function correctly at all times.
Replacing bulbs To remove: switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Turn rotary catch : 90° counter- clockwise. Pull away the cover and lift it off. To install: re-insert the cover. Turn rotary catch : 90° clockwise. Low-beam headlamps (halogen headlamps) Tail lamp Backup lamp: W 16 W...
Replacing bulbs High-beam headlamps (halogen Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise headlamps) and pull it out. Pull out bulb holder ;. Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Insert bulb holder ;. Align housing cover : and turn it clockwise until it engages.
Replacing bulbs Remove the cover in the front wheel You must open the side trim panel in the housing ( page 127). cargo compartment before you can change the bulbs in the backup lamp. Turn housing cover : counter-clockwise and pull it out. To open: insert a suitable object, e.g.
Windshield wipers License plate lamp washed in an automatic car wash, wax or other residues may be the reason for this. Clean the windshield using washer fluid after washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash. ! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due to optical influences and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions, the windshield wipers may be activated...
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper.
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Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Fold wiper arm : away from the rear window until it engages. Position wiper blade ; at a right angle to wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ;...
Useful information ......134 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 134 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 137 Setting the air vents ......144...
Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience opening feature ( page 90). This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional This will speed up the cooling process and equipment of your vehicle available at the the desired vehicle interior temperature time of publication of the Operator's...
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Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone climate control Sets the temperature, left ( page 140) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 139) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Increases the airflow ( page 141) Directs the airflow through the defroster vents ( page 141) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off( page 138)
Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 140) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 139) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Increases the airflow ( page 141) Directs the airflow through the defroster vents ( page 141)
Operating the climate control systems Sets rear-compartment climate control to automatic ( page 139) Directs the airflow through the rear air vents ( page 141) Directs the airflow through the footwell vents ( page 141) Switches rear-compartment climate control on/off ( page 137) Reduces the airflow ( page 141)
Operating the climate control systems Switching the rear-compartment Switching the rear-compartment climate control on/off using the front climate control on/off using the rear control panel control panel Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Controlling the front climate control using the front control panel To activate: press the Á button. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the The indicator lamp in the Á button lights ignition lock. Set the desired temperature.
Operating the climate control systems set. Automatic air distribution remains You can select different temperature settings activated. for the driver's and front-passenger sides as well as for the rear compartment. Press either M or O. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Operating the climate control systems Adjusting control panel: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Turn control N clockwise or ignition lock. counter-clockwise ( page 136). Press the Z, M, ¯, c, O, Only change the temperature setting in \ or P button.
Operating the climate control systems Defrosting the windshield Defrosting the windows You can use this function to defrost the Windows fogged up on the inside windshield or to defrost the inside of the Activate the Á cooling with air windshield and the side windows. dehumidification function.
Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window Outside air is added after about defroster 30 minutes. To deactivate: press the d button. If the indicator lamp in the ª rear window The indicator lamp in the d button goes defroster button flashes, the on-board out.
Setting the air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel = up or Setting the air vents down. Important safety notes Side window defroster vent : is never WARNING completely shut, even if side air vent ; is Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air shut.
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Setting the air vents Setting the rear-compartment side air vents 2nd row of seats B-pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; to the left or right. 3rd row of seats B-pillar air vent Defroster vent B-pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel = up or...
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Useful information ......148 Breaking-in notes ......148 Driving ..........148 Automatic transmission ....154 Refueling ..........160 Parking ..........166 Driving tips ........168 Driving systems ........ 173 Towing a trailer ......... 193...
Driving Only select shift ranges 3, 2 or 1 when Useful information driving slowly, e.g. in mountainous terrain. Ideally, for the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km) This Operator's Manual describes all drive in program E. models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the You should also observe these notes on time of publication of the Operator's...
Driving SmartKey for the vehicle. The ignition is not Do not switch off the ignition while driving. switched on. The engine cannot be started. WARNING KEYLESS-GO If the parking brake has not been fully released when driving, the parking brake can: General notes overheat and cause a fire Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key:...
Driving switch on the ignition. three seconds. This function operates independently from the ECO start/stop Press Start/Stop button : twice. automatic engine switch-off function. The ignition is switched on. Key positions with KEYLESS-GO The power supply is switched off again if: the driver's door is opened and you press Start/Stop button : once when in this position.
Driving Automatic transmission Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Shift the transmission to position To start a gasoline engine: press the page 154). Start/Stop button ( page 149) once. The transmission position display in the The engine starts. multifunction display shows P .
Driving the parking lock released. If you do not depress the brake pedal, you can move the DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock remains engaged. The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors drop down.
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Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.
Automatic transmission transmission position P, R, N or D appears Automatic transmission in the transmission position display Important safety notes page 155) in the multifunction display. WARNING Engaging park position P If the engine speed is above the idling speed ! If the engine speed is too high or the and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly.
Automatic transmission When the vehicle is stationary, depress the remove the Start/Stop button from the brake pedal. ignition lock. Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. first point of resistance. switch on the ignition. depress the brake pedal and keep it Shifting to neutral N depressed.
Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the Do not shift the transmission into automatic transmission could be position P( page 166) unless the damaged. vehicle is stationary. The parking No power is transmitted from the lock should not be used as a brake engine to the drive wheels.
Automatic transmission Driving tips Program selector button Kickdown General notes Use kickdown for maximum acceleration: Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached.
Automatic transmission Shift range You can restrict or derestrict the shift range by using the steering wheel paddle shifters. = You can use the engine's braking effect. Automatic drive program 5 To use the braking effect of the engine on downhill gradients and Drive program E is characterized by the for driving: following:...
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Automatic transmission Clearing the shift range restriction Pull and hold the right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter until D is shown again in the multifunction display. The automatic transmission shifts from the current shift range directly to D. Selecting the ideal shift range Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter and hold it in position.
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.
Refueling Refueling pump nozzle, which could cause personal injury. Opening/closing the fuel filler flap WARNING Do not fill diesel tanks with gasoline. Do not mix diesel fuel with gasoline. Otherwise the fuel system and engine could be damaged. In addition, the vehicle could catch fire. ! Do not use gasoline to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine.
Refueling Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel Open the right-hand side trim panel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel. page 129). Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle Pull emergency release : in the direction switches off. of the arrow.
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Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock immediately and remove it ( page 149).
DEF is available at any ! Rinse surfaces that have come into authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. contact with DEF immediately with water or remove DEF using a damp cloth and cold water. If the DEF has already crystallized,...
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Refueling residues crystallize after time and contaminate the affected surfaces. ! DEF is not a fuel additive and must not be added to the fuel tank. If DEF is added to the fuel tank, this can lead to engine damage. ! Only screw on the DEF refill bottle hand- tight.
Parking WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident.
Parking If necessary, the engine can be switched Switching off the engine off while the vehicle is in motion by Important safety notes pressing and holding the Start/Stop button for around 3 seconds. WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neutral position N when you switch off the Parking brake engine.
Driving tips To apply: depress parking brake ; firmly. road, weather and traffic conditions permit. In When the engine is running, the $ (USA some jurisdictions, it is forbidden for drivers only) or J (Canada only) indicator lamp to use mobile phones while driving. lights up in the instrument cluster.
Mercedes- drive train. This type of damage is not Benz technicians. covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. The engine settings must not be changed Do not depress the brake pedal continuously under any circumstances. Furthermore, all while the vehicle is in motion, e.g.
Mercedes-Benz vehicles or If the brakes have been subjected to a heavy which correspond to an equivalent quality load, do not stop the vehicle immediately.
Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not the tires have adequate tread depth. of an equivalent quality could affect your For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or vehicle's operating safety.
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Driving tips Do not allow water to penetrate into the cover. The measuring function of the passenger compartment or engine onboard diagnosis system may otherwise compartment. If you must drive through provide inaccurate values. Some of these standing water, bear in mind that: values are required by law and must therefore always be accurate.
Driving systems General notes Driving systems Cruise control maintains a constant road Cruise control speed for you. It brakes automatically in order Important safety notes to avoid exceeding the set speed. On long and steep downhill gradients, especially if the WARNING vehicle is laden or towing a trailer, you must The cruise control is a convenience system...
Driving systems Activation conditions Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?. To activate cruise control, all of the following Remove your foot from the accelerator activation conditions must be fulfilled: pedal. the parking brake must be released. The first time cruise control is activated, it you are driving faster than 20mph stores the current speed or regulates the (30 km/h).
Driving systems Deactivating cruise control WARNING When DISTRONIC brakes, the brake pedal is There are several ways to deactivate cruise pulled back (i.e. operated automatically). The control: area around the pedal must not be blocked by Briefly press the cruise control lever obstacles: forwards =.
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Driving systems manner which will allow him to always have WARNING control of the vehicle. Close attention to road and traffic conditions High-frequency sources, such as toll stations, is imperative at all times, regardless of velocity measurement systems, etc. may whether or not the DISTRONIC is activated.
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Driving systems Cruise control lever 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties and is not permitted. Do not tamper with, alter, or use the device in any non-approved way.
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Driving systems Driving WARNING If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC DISTRONIC must never be operated, operates in the same way as cruise control. activated or deactivated by a passenger or from outside the vehicle. If DISTRONIC detects that the vehicle in front has slowed down, it brakes your vehicle.
Driving systems Setting the specified minimum distance of the vehicle could cause an accident and/ or serious injury to you and others. WARNING It is up to the driver to exercise discretion to Press the cruise control lever up : for a select the appropriate setting given road higher speed or down ;...
Driving systems DISTRONIC displays in the speedometer WARNING An intermittent warning sounds and the distance warning lamp · in the instrument cluster is illuminated if the DISTRONIC system calculates that the distance to the vehicle ahead and your vehicle's current speed indicate that the DISTRONIC will not be capable of slowing the vehicle sufficiently to maintain the preset following distance, which...
Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC is activated ® ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP you shift the transmission to P, R or N. If DISTRONIC is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the DISTRONIC message in the multifunction display for approximately five seconds.
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Driving systems Cornering, going into and coming out of a DISTRONIC has not detected the vehicle bend cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Narrow vehicles The ability of DISTRONIC to detect vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late.
Driving systems Crossing vehicles individually. This improves driving safety and tire comfort. This depends on: your driving style the road surface conditions the ADS setting the vehicle level setting Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. DISTRONIC may detect vehicles that are crossing your lane by mistake.
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Driving systems The vehicle is automatically lowered to high- is opened and will continue after the door is speed level when you: closed again. drive faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) ! When driving on extremely rough terrain, drive between 60 mph (96 km/h) and select a high vehicle level in good time.
Driving systems During the adjustment, the Rising message, for example, appears in the multifunction display. If you press the V, U, * or & button on the multifunction steering wheel, the message will disappear. Once the vehicle has reached raised level, Example: vehicles with the AIRMATIC package and indicator lamp ;...
Driving systems Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with wheels must remain either on the ground ultrasonic sensors. It indicates visually and or be fully raised. Observe the instructions audibly the distance between your vehicle for towing the vehicle with all wheels in full and an object.
Driving systems Minimum distance PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain. Center approximately 8in (approximately 20cm) Corners approximately 6in (approximately 15cm) If there is an obstacle within this range, the relevant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no longer be shown.
Driving systems PARKTRONIC measures the minimum Transmission Warning display detection range to an obstacle from the position bumper, not the ball coupling. Front area activated PARKTRONIC is deactivated for the rear area when you establish an electrical connection R or N Rear and front areas between your vehicle and a trailer.
Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
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In this case, have the position and the a slanted post setting of the camera checked at a In such cases, you should not use the guide specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz lines to judge the distance. You may misjudge...
Driving systems the distance, which increases the risk of recognize dangers in time, cause an accident impacting the objects. and injure yourself and others. Even if the object you approach is directly on the ground, do not approach the object any General notes closer than the red guide line.
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Driving systems severe impact or in the event of damage to This may be the case if vehicles are driving at the bumpers, have the function of the sensors that edge of their lane which is furthest away checked at a qualified specialist workshop. from your vehicle.
Towing a trailer tone sounds. Red warning lamp : flashes. If Towing a trailer the turn signal remains on, detected vehicles Notes on towing a trailer are indicated by the flashing of red warning lamp :. There are no further warning tones. Important safety notes WARNING Switching on Blind Spot Assist...
Further information on availability and on Couple and uncouple the trailer carefully. If installation is available from any authorized you do not couple the trailer to the towing Mercedes-Benz Center. vehicle correctly, the trailer could become The bumpers of your vehicle are not detached.
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Towing a trailer Start the engine. If the trailer detaches from the towing vehicle, the safety switch applies the Vehicles with the AIRMATIC package: trailer's brakes. select highway level and set ADS to AUTO or COMF. Switch off the engine. Towing a trailer Close all doors and the tailgate.
The maximum permissible trailer drawbar additional distance beyond the vehicle you noseweight is the maximum weight with are overtaking before returning to the which the trailer drawbar can be loaded: previous lane. 350 lbs (158 kg). Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings.
7-pin connector trailer nor the gross vehicle weight is supplied as part of the Mercedes-Benz- exceeded. The permissible gross vehicle approved trailer coupling. weight is indicated on the identification...
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Useful information ......200 Important safety notes ....200 Displays and operation ....200 Menus and submenus ...... 202 Display messages ......214 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......238...
24). operating safety. Have all required maintenance services and safety checks performed on the vehicle. Bring the vehicle to Important safety notes an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to address the malfunction and warning WARNING messages. The driver's concentration must always be directed primarily at road traffic.
Displays and operation The segments between the speed of the The light sensor in the instrument cluster vehicle in front and the stored speed light automatically controls the brightness of the multifunction display. Displays and switches in the vehicle interior: if the light switch is set to Ã, Operating the on-board computer brightness control takes ambient light into account.
Menus and submenus Multifunction display Selects submenus in the Settings menu Changes values Adjusts the volume Switches on the Voice Control System; see the separate operating instructions Right control panel Selects a menu: scrolls back and Description field forth Transmission position ( page 155) &...
Menus and submenus Standard display menu Stop the vehicle in a safe location away from other traffic. Turn off the engine, get out of the Standard display vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. ! If the coolant temperature is over 248 ‡...
Menus and submenus Press the V or U button on the SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a steering wheel to select the standard normal radio. display. For more information on satellite radio Press the & or * button to select operation, see the separate operating instructions.
Menus and submenus Video DVD operation If the name of the street is part of the navigation system data, this will also be displayed. Route guidance active Display CD/DVD changer (example) Current DVD in the CD/DVD changer Current scene Switch on COMAND and select video DVD; Example: navigation instruction see the separate operating instructions.
Menus and submenus Instrument cluster Settings menu Introduction Selecting the unit of measurement for distance This function is only available in Canada. Display Unit Speedometer / Odometer function allows you to choose whether certain displays appear in kilometers or miles in the multifunction display. Press the V or U button on the In the Settings...
Menus and submenus Press the & button to select Display Standard display menu ( page 203), you will see the display you have not selected. Unit Digital Speedometer. Press the &, V or U button to Press the W or X button to select select a different display.
Menus and submenus Press the W or X button to select the Side marker lamps Lighting submenu. Surround lighting in the exterior mirrors Press & to select Daytime Running Activating/deactivating the exterior Lamps. lighting delayed switch-off Press W or X to set daytime running When you activate the Headlamp Delayed lamps to...
Menus and submenus If you have activated the delayed switch-off Press the & button to select function, the light switch is set to c or Automatic Door Locking. Ã and you switch off the engine, the Press the W or X button to activate following remain lit: or deactivate the Automatic Door...
Menus and submenus Press the W or X button to activate Further information on the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 113). or deactivate the Radar Sensor (See Operator's Manual). Switching the belt adjustment on/off Press the &, V or U button to Press the V or U button on the select a different display.
Menus and submenus Press the W or X button to activate Trip computer menu or deactivate the Fold In Mirrors When Trip computer "From Start" or "From Locking feature. Reset" Press the &, V or U button to select a different display. Additional functions menu Activating/deactivating the distance warning function...
Menus and submenus Resetting values Telephone menu Press the V or U button on the Introduction steering wheel to select the trip WARNING computer menu. The driver's attention to the road must always Press the & or * button to select the be his/her primary focus when driving.
Menus and submenus Accepting a call Redialing The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialed in the redial memory. Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the Telephone menu. Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory.
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 differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , hill start assist and Unavailable See ® trailer stabilization are temporarily unavailable. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷, å...
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷ ® ® ® , PRE-SAFE and BAS, hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilization are temporarily unavailable. Unavailable See In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® ® , PRE-SAFE and BAS, hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilization are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. In (USA addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning lamp only) (Canada lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. only) WARNING Check Brake Fluid...
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Airbag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again. Whether the 42 indicator lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how OCS classifies the occupant. If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating correctly.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Operator's Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Turn Signal Rear page 126). LeftorTurn Signal Rear Right Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand license plate lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself License Plate Lamp page 126). LeftorLicense Plate Lamp Right Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left-hand or right-hand front fog lamp is defective.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Daytime Running page 126). Light LeftorDaytime Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Running Light Right The light sensor is defective.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Stop car, WARNING switch 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.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest gas station. Reserve Fuel There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail. The fuel system pressure is too low.
Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ° The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. Do not pull away. Vehicle Rising The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears. Wait Briefly °...
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently you have established the electrical connection between the trailer Unavailable See and your vehicle. Operator's Manual Press a to confirm the display message. Blind Spot Assist is deactivated while towing a trailer.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. - - - MPH You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for example. If conditions permit, drive faster than 20 mph (30 km/h) and store the speed.
Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant Tire Pressure Check Tires loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. Monitor The tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Inoperative No Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. Wheel Sensors The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
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Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure(s) The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Please Correct pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 320).
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. WARNING Tire Pressure Check Tires With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Depress brake to You have attempted to move the transmission selector lever to shift out of P. position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal. Depress the brake pedal. Door Open Vehicle The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N Not In Park...
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Steering WARNING Malfunction See Operator's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident. Check whether you are able to apply the extra force required.
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged. Change the batteries ( page 80). Change key batteries This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder. Don't forget your You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt (...
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 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.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. ESP , BAS, EBD (electronic brake ® ® force distribution), PRE-SAFE , hill start assist and ESP trailer The yellow ABS warning stabilization, for example, are therefore also deactivated.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, PRE-SAFE , hill start ® assist and ESP trailer stabilization are also unavailable, for The yellow ABS warning example. lamp is lit while the engine is running.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 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 warning lamp flashes Cruise control or DISTRONIC is deactivated.
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Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷å ® ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , hill start assist and ESP trailer stabilization are not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP ®...
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) You are driving with the parking brake applied. J (Canada only) Release the parking brake. The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the vehicle is...
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ! (USA only) There may be a malfunction, for example: ; (Canada only) in the engine management The yellow Check in the fuel injection system Engine warning lamp in the exhaust system lights up while the...
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 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 warning function Be prepared to brake immediately.
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 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. USA only: The yellow tire pressure WARNING monitor warning lamp With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the (pressure loss/ following hazards:...
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Useful information ......250 Stowage areas ........250 Features ..........264...
Stowage areas The gross load limit and the gross vehicle Useful information weight rating (GVWR) for your vehicle must never be exceeded. The load limit and GVWR This Operator's Manual describes all are given on the vehicle identification plate models and all standard and optional found on the B-pillar of the driver's door equipment of your vehicle available at the page 323).
Stowage areas device (see the separate COMAND Stowage space operating instructions). Important safety notes WARNING To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver, exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle. Put luggage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible. Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests.
Stowage areas The stowage compartment and the storage Briefly press trim ; in the direction of the tray can be opened separately. arrow. Cover : swings upwards. To open the stowage tray: press release button : and fold the armrest upwards. In vehicles with the smoker's package, an To open the stowage compartment: ashtray is installed instead of the rear...
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the 3rd row Stowage nets are located in the front- of seats passenger footwell and on the back of the driver's and the front-passenger seat. Installing or removing the center console in the 2nd row of seats Installing the center console WARNING The rear center console must be properly...
Remove center console : from the cause serious injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle vehicle. equipment may cause damage that is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Remove all objects from the stowage Warranty. compartment ( page 252) to reduce the weight of the center console.
Stowage areas equipped, always use the cargo net when transporting cargo. Unless you are transporting cargo, the seat backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position. In an accident, during hard braking or sudden maneuvers, loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle.
Stowage areas interior. Objects thrown around the vehicle interior may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury. ! Make absolutely sure that you adhere to the specified folding order when fully enlarging the cargo compartment: fold down the center seat in the 2nd row of seats (7-seat vehicles) fold down the outer seats in the 2nd row of seats...
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Stowage areas On vehicles with a long wheelbase, the center console for the 2nd row of seats can remain in place if it has been installed in the forward position (position 1) ( page 253). However, the loading area will not be level. The stowage compartment and cup holder will only be illuminated if the center console is installed in the rear position (position 0)
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Stowage areas ! Make absolutely sure that you reset the Fold backrest = down slowly. seats to the driving position in the specified Seat cushion C is released and moves order: automatically to a vertical position. Loop D can be used to pull the backrests reset the seats in the 3rd row of seats of the 3rd row of seats upright when the reset the outer seats in the 2nd row of...
Stowage areas Pull release lever ; upwards beyond the When the seat is locked, lock status indicator : is folded in and indicator pressure point to the stop and fold backrest : upwards by about 45˚. area ; is barely visible. Insert the head restraint ( page 104).
Stowage areas Footwell of the second row of seats Securing hooks There is one cargo tie-down ring : in the There is a mounting hook : on each of the footwell behind the driver’s seat and one in side panels in the cargo compartment. the footwell behind the front-passenger seat.
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Stowage areas To extend: pull the cargo compartment if you wish to install cargo compartment cover back by grab handle : and clip it cover ; behind the 2nd row of seats. into retainers ; on the left and right. To retract: unhook the cargo compartment cover from left-hand and right-hand retainers ;.
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Stowage areas Extending the cargo compartment Cargo net cover Important safety notes WARNING Make sure the cargo net is properly engaged at top and bottom position and the tightening belts are securely fastened. Never use a damaged cargo net. Always use cargo net when transporting cargo.
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Stowage areas Tightening the cargo net Undo the two Velcro fasteners of the safety-net stowage. Unroll and unfold the cargo net. The upper and lower guide rods must engage audibly. The brackets behind B-pillar : are required for the complete cargo compartment enlargement ( page 255).
Liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury. Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Features When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. An open cup holder may cause injury to you or others when contacted during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident. Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose during braking, vehicle maneuvers, or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior.
Features Cup holder in front of the armrest of the second row of seats Pull cover : down as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow. Cup holders Cup holder in the third row of seats Pull cup holder = out as far as it will go in the direction of the arrow.
Features Roller sunblinds on the rear side windows ! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand. Do not let it snap back suddenly as this would damage the automatic roller mechanism. ! Do not drive the vehicle with the roller sunblind hooked in and the side windows opened simultaneously.
Features To open: open cover : ( page 252). To remove the insert: press insert : in the direction of the arrow. To remove the insert: reach into the recess on the rear of insert =. Pull insert : upwards and remove it. Lift insert = up ;...
Features Note that the socket in the cigarette lighter If you use the sockets for long periods when can be damaged when connecting the engine is switched off, the battery may accessories, for example by: discharge. frequent insertion and removal You can also use the power sockets when the SmartKey is in position 1 in the ignition sockets that do not fit correctly...
Features To open: open cover : ( page 252). Lift up the cover of socket :. Remove protective cap ; from the socket. On vehicles with an ashtray and a 115 V socket cigarette lighter, a cigarette lighter WARNING page 268) is installed instead of the socket.
115 V power socket : provides an assistance services: alternating voltage of 115 V so that small USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer electronic devices can be connected. These Assistance Center under devices, such as games consoles, chargers...
Have the system checked at the nearest The mbrace system provides various authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact services, e.g.: the following service hotlines: automatic and manual emergency call USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance...
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Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Shortly after the emergency call has been Center. initiated, a voice connection is automatically established between the Mercedes-Benz After the emergency call, close cover :. Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle occupants. If the vehicle occupants respond,...
Call Failed message appears in the This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz multifunction display. Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : To end a call: press the ~ button on the flashes while the call is active.
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If a cellular phone network is available and there is sufficient GPS reception, the mbrace Call priority system transmits data to the Mercedes-Benz When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside Customer Assistance Center, for example: Assistance or MB Info calls, an emergency current location of the vehicle call can still be initiated.
SmartKey is not available. The vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance center. The vehicle can be opened remotely up to four days after the ignition was last switched off.
(CO), and inhaling it can Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance cause unconsciousness and possible death. Center together with your PIN. ® The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance The HomeLink garage door opener Center then attempts to locate the mbrace integrated in the rear-view mirror allows you system.
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Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on Canada only: the integrated garage door opener. This device complies with the RSS-210 After a short time, indicator lamp : lights Rules of Industry Canada. Operation is up yellow. subject to the following two conditions: 1.
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Features Synchronizing the rolling code Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on the integrated garage door opener. Your vehicle must be within reach of the After a short time, indicator lamp : lights garage door or exterior gate drive. Make sure that neither your vehicle nor any persons/ up yellow.
Features same programming steps with this remote Make sure that you clear the memory of control. Before performing these steps, the integrated garage door opener before make sure that new batteries have been selling the vehicle. installed in garage door drive remote control A.
Features Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the footwell. Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat off retainers ;. Remove the floormat. Infrared reflective windshield The infrared reflecting glass prevents the vehicle interior from becoming too hot. It also blocks radio waves up into the gigahertz range.
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Useful information ......284 Engine compartment ......284 Maintenance ........288 Care ............ 289...
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING To avoid injury, stay clear of moving parts This Operator's Manual describes all when the hood is open and the engine is models and all standard and optional running. equipment of your vehicle available at the The radiator fan may continue to run for time of publication of the Operator's approximately 30seconds or may even restart...
Engine compartment ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are accident, for example. The hood could not folded away from the windshield. You otherwise come loose while the vehicle is in could otherwise damage the windshield motion and injure you and/or others. wipers or the hood.
You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Example: vehicles with a gasoline engine Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
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;. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. For further information on coolant, see...
Press & or * to select the ASSYST intervals (see the separate Maintenance PLUS service interval display. Booklet). The service due date appears in the You can obtain further information from an multifunction display. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
Always lock away cleaning products and keep A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an them out of reach of children. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the ASSYST PLUS service interval display Environmental note after the service work has been carried out.
Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car position P automatically and locks the shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. wheels. You can prevent this by shifting Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a the automatic transmission to N gentle jet of water.
Care Use plenty of water and rinse out the to painted surfaces. You could otherwise sponge frequently. damage the paintwork. Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected thoroughly with a chamois. by corrosion and damage caused by Do not let the cleaning agent dry on the inadequate care cannot always be completely paintwork.
Use only insect remover and car shampoo and damage to electronic components. from the range of recommended and approved Mercedes-Benz care products. Clean the inside and outside of the windows with a damp cloth and a cleaning agent that is recommended and approved Cleaning the vehicle parts by Mercedes-Benz.
Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior Cleaning the exhaust pipe lighting using a wet sponge and a mild ! Do not clean the exhaust pipe with cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. alkaline-based cleaning agents, such as wheel cleaner.
Care Cleaning the trailer tow hitch Interior care Environmental note Cleaning the display Dispose of rags soaked in oil and grease in an ! For cleaning, do not use any of the environmentally responsible manner. following: ! Do not clean the ball coupling with a alcohol-based thinner or gasoline power washer.
Only use leather care products recommended and approved by agents that have been tested and Mercedes-Benz. approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can The surface may change color temporarily. obtain these from a qualified specialist Wait until the surface is dry again.
Care Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
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Useful information ......298 Where will I find...? ......298 Flat tire ..........299 Battery (vehicle) ........ 301 Jump-starting ........304 Towing and tow-starting ....306 Fuses ..........308...
Where will I find...? Useful information Vehicle tool kit General notes This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional The vehicle tool kit can be found in the equipment of your vehicle available at the stowage well under the cargo compartment time of publication of the Operator's floor.
Flat tire Fuse allocation chart Ratchet wrench Lift the cargo compartment floor up page 298). Vehicles with a collapsible spare wheel Fold out hook = on the underside of the cargo compartment floor. Lug wrench Tire inflation compressor Instructions on the installation position of the vehicle tool kit holder Fuse allocation chart Alignment bolt...
Flat tire Your vehicle may be equipped with: on-board voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is automatically cut. This MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat ensures that there is sufficient power to characteristics) ( page 300) start the engine. an emergency spare wheel( page 342) Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and...
Battery (vehicle) In addition to the vehicle load, the driving If ABS malfunctions, the wheels can lock distance possible depends upon: during braking. This limits the steerability of the vehicle when braking and the braking Speed distance may increase. There is a risk of Road condition accident.
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Battery (vehicle) WARNING batteries to a qualified specialist workshop or a Failure to follow these instructions can result special collection point for in severe injury or death. used batteries. Never lean over batteries while connecting. You might get injured. ! Have the battery checked regularly at a Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
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Charging the battery WARNING Never charge a battery still installed in the vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or personal injury.
Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
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Jump-starting Position number C identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Lift up cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery C using the jumper cable.
Towing and tow-starting ! Do not use the towing eye for recovery, Towing and tow-starting this could damage the vehicle. If in doubt, Important safety notes recover the vehicle with a crane. WARNING ! When towing, pull away slowly and smoothly.
Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye locked out when pushing or towing the vehicle. Loosen the towing eye and unscrew it. Attach cover : to the bumper and press until it engages. Installing/removing the towing eye Place the towing eye in the vehicle tool kit. Installing the towing eye WARNING Towing a vehicle with both axles on...
If the vehicle has transmission damage or Only use fuses that have been approved for damage to the front or rear axle, have it Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the transported on a transporter or trailer. correct fuse rating for the systems...
You could damage the ! Only use fuses that have been approved dashboard or the cover. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the have the correct fuse rating for the system fuse box when the cover is open.
Fuses To open: open the trunk floor and secure it ( page 298). Fold cover : to the left in the direction of the arrow. Engine emergency off If the engine cannot be switched off as described, observe the following procedure: Take the fuse allocation chart out of the Open the hood.
Accessories that are not approved for your other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive over vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being curbs, speed humps or similar elevations, try used correctly can impair the operating to do so slowly and at an obtuse angle.
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.
Observe the notes on the emergency spare form, thereby damaging the tires wheel ( page 342). permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage. MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat properties) M+S tires...
M+S tires you have recommends that you only use snow chains mounted. that have been specially approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a Once the winter tires are mounted: corresponding standard of quality. Check the tire pressures ( page 319).
Tire pressure Operation with a trailer: the applicable Tire pressure value for the rear tires is the maximum tire Tire pressure specifications pressure value stated in the table inside the fuel filler flap. Important safety notes Further information on tire pressures can be WARNING obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.
This can also result in tire pressure loss. 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.
Tire pressure Therefore, you should only correct tire Avoid tire pressures that are too low in all the pressures when the tires are cold. tires, including the spare wheel. The tires are cold: Underinflated tires may: if the vehicle has been parked without overheat, leading to tire defects direct sunlight on the tires for at least three hours and...
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Tire pressure Never exceed the maximum permissible tire Tire pressure loss warning system inflation pressure. Always observe the (Canada only) recommended tire pressure for your vehicle Important safety notes when adjusting the tire pressure page 316). While the vehicle is in motion, the tire pressure loss warning system monitors the The actual values for tires are vehicle- set tire pressure using the rotational speed of...
Tire pressure Restarting the tire pressure loss After a teach-in period, the tire pressure warning system loss warning system will monitor the set tire pressures of all four tires. Restart the tire pressure loss warning system If you wish to cancel the restart: if you have: Press the X button.
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Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn pressure, even if underinflation has not you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the reached the level to trigger illumination of the tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Tire pressure computer. In this case, do not reduce the tire pressure on all four wheels and correct it if pressures. necessary. The operation of the tire pressure monitor can If the wheel positions on the vehicle are be affected by interference from radio interchanged, the tire pressures may be transmitting equipment (e.g.
Loading the vehicle driving for a few minutes message details of the tire sizes and appears. corresponding pressures for tires installed at the factory. Press the reset button on the instrument cluster ( page 31). (2) The vehicle identification plate is on the B-pillar on the driver's side.
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Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be Maximum permissible gross vehicle found on the Tire and Loading Information weight rating placard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples. The number of seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from the details shown.
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Loading the vehicle Step 2 Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how Exampl Exampl Exampl to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and Number number and size of occupants. The following examples use a maximum load of 1500 lbs people (680 kg).
All about wheels and tires Step 3 To ensure that your vehicle does not exceed the maximum permissible values (gross Exampl Exampl Exampl vehicle weight and maximum gross axle weight rating), have your loaded vehicle (including driver, occupants, cargo, and full Permiss 1500 lbs 1500 lbs...
Temperature grade: A freezing point. All passenger car tires must conform to the Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum statutory safety requirements in addition to tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter these grades.
All about wheels and tires Tire size designation, load-bearing represent higher levels of performance on the capacity and speed rating laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING Exceeding the stated tire load-bearing Tire labeling capacity and the approved maximum speed could lead to tire damage or the tire bursting.
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All about wheels and tires pressure, to be used only temporarily in an adapt your driving style to the traffic emergency. conditions. Tire width: tire width : shows the nominal Summer tires tire width in millimeters. Index Speed rating Height-width ratio: aspect ratio ; is the size ratio between the tire height and tire up to 100 mph (160 km/h) width and is shown as a percentage.
All about wheels and tires Load index parentheses. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). The speed rating "(Y)" indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186 mph (300 km/h). Ask the tire manufacturer about the maximum speed. All-weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating...
All about wheels and tires Do not overload the tires by exceeding the Tire size: identifier = describes the tire size. specified load limit. The maximum Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used permissible load can be found on the by the manufacturer as a code to describe vehicle's Tire and Loading Information specific characteristics of the tire.
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All about wheels and tires 100 kilopascals (kPa) are the equivalent of vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on 1 bar. the driver's side. DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire the United States Department of identification.
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All about wheels and tires Load index Cold tire pressure In addition to the load-bearing index, the load The tires are cold: index may also be imprinted on the sidewall if the vehicle has been parked without of the tire. This specifies the load-bearing direct sunlight on the tires for at least three capacity more precisely.
Changing a wheel Traction Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels Traction is the result of friction between the and tires are of the same dimensions. tires and the road surface. ! On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) monitor, electronic components are The TWR specifies the maximum permissible...
Components damaged in this way may fail authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. unexpectedly. There is a risk of an accident. Necessary wheel-changing tools can Do not use power washers with circular jet include, for example: nozzles to clean the vehicle.
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.
Changing a wheel Position jack = at jacking point ;. Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on the wheel you wish to change by about one Example full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts Make sure the foot of the jack is directly completely.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that finger-tight. you only use wheel bolts which have been Unscrew the alignment bolt. approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger- tight. ! Always use wheel bolts ; to mount the Inflate the collapsible spare wheel collapsible spare wheel.
ABS ® or ESP , and are marked as follows: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only certain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
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V1, V2 etc.: V1 R 350 V2 R 350 BlueTEC Not all wheel and tire combinations are available at the factory for all countries. On the following pages, you can find...
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Wheel and tire combinations Tires All-weather tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 2.64 in (67 mm) BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL BA: 8.0 J x 19 H2 M+SMOExtended Wheel offset: 2.64 in (67 mm) BA: 255/50 R19 107 H XL M+S...
Emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels BA: 265/45 R20 108 H XL BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 — M+Si Wheel offset: 2.36 in (60 mm) An emergency spare wheel may also be Emergency spare wheel mounted against the direction of rotation. Important safety notes Observe the time restriction on use as well as the speed limitation specified on the...
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Emergency spare wheel Turn tool holder = approximately 180°, so that the tire inflation compressor points backwards. Remove tool holder = from collapsible spare wheel ;. Remove collapsible spare wheel ; from the emergency spare wheel well. For further information on changing a wheel and mounting the spare wheel, see page 299).
Take the following steps to stow a used start the engine. collapsible spare wheel. It will not otherwise Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the fit into the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz ignition lock ( page 149). recommends that you have this work Press on/off switch ;...
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Emergency spare wheel Turn the retainer screw on the collapsible spare wheel clockwise into the tool holder as far as it will go. Stow the jack in the vehicle tool kit. Guides Collapsible spare wheel In the spare wheel well, there are two guides : to keep the collapsible spare wheel in place.
Tires Alloy wheels 195/75 – 18 106 P 6.5 B x 18 H2 Tire pressure: 300 kPa (3.0 bar/44 psi) Wheel offset: 1.58 in (40 mm) The R 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC model is not equipped with a collapsible spare wheel.
Useful information ......348 Information regarding technical data ............ 348 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..348 Warranty ..........348 Identification plates ......349 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 350 Vehicle data ........357...
For this reason, Mercedes-Benz recommends parts service. that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or Always specify the vehicle identification parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels number (VIN) (...
State warranty enforcement laws (Lemon Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. If you lose the Service and Warranty Information booklet, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to arrange a replacement.
Californian emissions standards http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Engine number (stamped into the You can recognize service products approved crankcase) by Mercedes-Benz by the following VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) inscription on the containers: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) Service products and filling MB Approval (e.g.
Service products and filling capacities leading to overheating and possibly Fuel causing a fire. Important safety notes ! To ensure the longevity and full WARNING performance of the engine, only premium- grade unleaded gasoline may be used. Gasoline and diesel fuels are highly flammable If there is no premium-grade unleaded and poisonous.
Bio-diesel - FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) insufficient (in certain regions). In this case, Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- Mercedes-Benz recommends additives diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles;...
If you open the DEF tank cap, small amounts Do not refuel your vehicle with fuels unless they have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. of ammonia vapor may be released. This depends in particular upon the age of the DEF.
Otherwise, you may damage the engine and the exhaust gas aftertreatment. The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are...
SAE with the desired antifreeze protection. You classification. could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications Brake fluid for Service Products, MB Specifications for WARNING Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the...
If the vehicle has lost coolant, add equal washer fluid should be mixed together. The amounts of water and antifreeze/corrosion spray nozzles may otherwise become inhibitor. Mercedes-Benz recommends an blocked. antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor concentrate in At temperatures above freezing: accordance with MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1.
Optional equipment mirrors the vehicle length specified includes the Vehicle height 65.5 in (1663 mm) front license plate adapter. R 350 BlueTEC Dimensions and weights Vehicle width 85.9 in (2182 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 65.6 in (1666 mm)
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