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Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read these Operating Instructions carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in these Operating Instructions. Disre‐...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
..77 General notes .......... 18 Installing or removing the floor mats ..78 Environmental protection ......18 Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts ....18 Information about attachments, add- Light and vision ........79 on equipment, installations and con‐...
Page 5 ASSYST PLUS service interval display ..174 Engine compartment ........ 174 Cleaning and care ........182 Breakdown assistance ......188 Emergency ..........188 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system ... 188 Flat tire ............ 190 Battery ............. 190 Towing or tow-starting ......196 Electrical fuses ........200 Vehicle tool kit .........
Page 6: Symbols
Symbols In these Operating Instructions, you will find the following symbols: & DANGER Danger due to not observing the warning notices Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ ards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others. Please observe the warning notices in this manual.
Page 8: At A Glance
At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel paddle shifters Engages/disengages LOW RANGE → DIRECT SELECT lever → Activates/deactivates DSR → Inside rearview mirror → Raises/lowers the vehicle level → Overhead control panel → Activates/deactivates working DIN slot, e.g. for mounting the speed control (ADR) timer for the stationary heater →...
Page 9: Instrument Cluster
At a glance – Instrument cluster → Instrument Display (color dis‐ # Electrical malfunction play) → Coolant temperature indicator → Speedometer and ? coolant too hot → → ÷ ESP ® ! Electric parking brake (yellow) → · Distance warning →...
Page 10 → + LOW RANGE active → # Electrical malfunction → ! Electric parking brake (yellow) G SOS/emergency call sys‐ tem (Mercedes-Benz emer‐ → Multifunction display gency call system) → 6 Restraint system → æ Active Brake Assist deac‐ →...
Page 11 At a glance – Instrument cluster → J Brakes (yellow) → ! ABS malfunctioning → ® å ESP deactivated...
Page 12: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance – Overhead control panel Version 1 of the overhead control panel → Sun visor w Switches the rear interior lighting on/off Breakdown assistance call but‐ ton (Mercedes PRO connect) p Switches the right-hand reading light on/off → Ì...
Page 13 At a glance – Overhead control panel Version 2 of the overhead control panel → Sun visor w Switches the rear interior lighting on/off p Switches the left-hand reading light on/off p Switches the right-hand reading light on/off | Switches automatic light control on/off c Switches the front inte‐...
Page 14 At a glance – Overhead control panel Version 3 of the overhead control panel → → Sun visor c Switches the front inte‐ rior lighting on/off | Switches automatic light control on/off w Switches the rear interior lighting on/off...
Page 15 At a glance – Overhead control panel Version 4 of the overhead control panel → Sun visor Switches the interior lighting on/off...
Page 16: Door Control Panel
At a glance – Door control panel Door control panel in vehicles with electrically adjustable seats → → To adjust the outside mirrors To open a door → → To activate/deactivate the cen‐ To open/close the right-hand tral locking system side window →...
Page 17 At a glance – Door control panel Door control panel vehicles without electrically adjustable seats → → To adjust the outside mirrors To open/close the right-hand side window → To activate/deactivate the cen‐ → tral locking system To open/close the left-hand side window →...
Page 18: Emergencies And Breakdowns
At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → Hazard warning lights → Checking and topping up oper‐ → ating fluids QR code for accessing the res‐ cue card → Starting assistance → To disconnect the starter bat‐ → Buttons for the SOS emergency tery call system and roadside assis‐...
Page 19 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → Spare wheel (example)
Page 20: General Notes
Drive in a fuel-efficient manner. Pay Mercedes-Benz, the operating safety of the vehi‐ attention to the ECO display for a fuel- cle may be jeopardized. Safety-relevant systems, efficient driving style.
Page 21: Information About Attachments, Add-On Equipment, Installations And Conversions
General notes We therefore accept no responsibility for the use & WARNING Risk of accident and injury in of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, even if the event of incorrect conversions or they have been officially approved or independ‐ changes to the vehicle ently approved by a testing center.
Page 22: Operating Instructions
Europe through the European Delivery Program. are important documents and should be stored in For more information, please consult an author‐ the vehicle. ized Mercedes-Benz Center, or write to one of the following addresses: Service and vehicle operation In the USA:...
Page 23: Operating Safety
General notes European Delivery Department Always have the prescribed service/ 98 Vanderhoof Avenue maintenance work as well any required repairs carried out at a qualified special‐ Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9 ist workshop. Maintenance information & WARNING Risk of accident or injury due Your customer service advisor will record every to incorrect modification of electronic service for you in the Service and Warranty Infor‐...
Page 24: Declarations Of Conformity
General notes Germany tires could be damaged without the damage being visible. Components damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an Diagnostics connection accident, may not absorb the loads that arise The diagnostics connection is only intended for as intended.
Page 25: Notes On Changes To The Engine Output
It is advisable to register your vehicle with an change the emission values. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. lead to malfunctions. Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about result in consequential damage. any change in address or vehicle ownership. The operating safety of the engine is not guaran‐...
Page 26: Reporting Safety Defects
Daimler Vans USA, LLC Such damage is not covered by either Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or new or One Mercedes-Benz Drive used-vehicle warranty. Sandy Springs, GA 30328 Observe the instructions in these oper‐...
Page 27 General notes acceleration, display of the fastened seat This data can be saved locally in the vehicle or it belts) is located on a device which you have connected to the vehicle (e.g. smartphone, USB flash drive malfunctions or defects in important system or MP3 player).
Page 28: Copyright
Vans USA, LLC ("DVUSA") expressly disclaims provider. The manufacturer has no influence on any and all liability arising from the extraction of the contents exchanged whilst using these serv‐ this information by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz ices. personnel. Please ask the respective service provider for DVUSA will not share EDR data with others with‐...
Page 29 General notes data storage medium in your vehicle document wallet and with updates on the following website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource. Information on registered trademarks Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Blue‐ tooth SIG Inc. DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
Page 30: Occupant Safety
Occupant safety Reduced restraint system protection Restraint system Protection by the restraint system & WARNING Risk of injury or death from modifications to the restraint system The restraint system includes the following com‐ ponents: The restraint system can no longer function correctly after alterations have been made.
Page 31 Occupant safety Have the restraint system checked and Component Detected deploy‐ repaired immediately at a qualified spe‐ ment situation cialist workshop. Side airbag Side impact Window curtain airbag Side impact, rollover, Function of the restraint system in an acci‐ frontal impact dent Only if the vehicle is equipped with a side air‐...
Page 32: Seat Belts
Occupant safety Also ensure that no objects, e.g. a cushion, Seat belts are ever placed between a person and the Protection provided by the seat belt seat. Always fasten your seat belt correctly before The seat belts on the following seats are equip‐ starting a journey.
Page 33 Occupant safety & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to * NOTE Damage caused by trapping the damaged or modified seat belts seat belt Seat belts cannot provide protection in the If an unused seat belt is not fully retracted, it following situations: may become trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism.
Page 34: Airbags
Occupant safety Releasing seat belts Potential protection of each airbag: Airbag Potential protection for Press the release button in the seat belt … buckle and guide the seat belt back with the seat belt tongue. Driver's airbag, Head and chest co-driver's front Function of the seat belt warning system for airbag:...
Page 35 Occupant safety otherwise be in the deployment area of the & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to airbags. the use of unsuitable seat covers Always keep your feet on the floor. Do not put Unsuitable seat covers can obstruct or pre‐ your feet on the cockpit, for example.
Page 36: Children In The Vehicle
If people – particularly children – are exposed ded and suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. to extreme temperatures over an extended Be sure to observe the instructions for cor‐...
Page 37 Occupant safety A booster seat may be necessary to achieve The child cannot be restrained in the event of proper seat belt positioning for children over an accident, heavy braking or a sudden 40 lbs (18 kg) in weight or until they reach a change of direction.
Page 38 Occupant safety Engage the seat belt tongue in the seat belt Always comply with the information about the buckle. mass of the child restraint system: To activate the special seat belt retractor: in the manufacturer's installation and operat‐ pull the seat belt out fully and let the inertia ing instructions for the child restraint system reel retract it again.
Page 39 Occupant safety integrated seat belt integrated in the child restraint system, the permissible gross mass of the child and child restraint system is 73 lb (33 kg). If the child and the child restraint system together weigh more than 73 lb (33 kg), the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system with integrated seat belt does not offer suffi‐...
Page 40 Accident statistics show that children secured on the rear seats are safer than children secured on the front seats. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Notes on rearward-facing child restraint sys‐...
Page 41 Occupant safety If necessary, adjust the seat belt outlet and & WARNING Risk of accident and injury the co-driver's seat as appropriate. due to children left unattended in the Never place objects under or behind the child vehicle restraint system, e.g. cushions. When children are traveling in the vehicle, Always observe the manufacturer's installation they could:...
Page 42: Notes On Pets In The Vehicle
Occupant safety Make sure that the child safety locks are working properly. Notes on pets in the vehicle & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to animals left unsecured or unatten‐ ded in the vehicle If you leave animals in the vehicle unattended or unsecured, they could possibly press down buttons or switches.
Page 43: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing SmartKey shifting the automatic transmission out of park position j. Notes on radio connections of the key starting the engine & DANGER Risk of fatal injury to persons Never leave children and animals unat‐ with medical devices from the electro‐ tended in the vehicle.
Page 44 Opening and closing Do not keep the SmartKey together with elec‐ Removing and inserting the mechanical key tronic devices or metallic objects. This can affect the SmartKey's functionality. If the battery check lamp does not light up when you press the % or & button, the battery is discharged.
Page 45 A CR 2032 3 V cell battery cover forward. Remove battery compartment and remove Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the the discharged battery. battery replaced by a qualified specialist work‐ shop. Insert the new battery into battery compart‐ ment 3. Observe the positive pole marking Remove the emergency key ( page 42).
Page 46: Doors
Opening and closing Locking the door centrally from inside Doors Unlocking and opening the door from inside & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to children left unattended in the vehicle If children are left unattended in the vehicle, they could: open doors, thereby endangering other persons or road users.
Page 47: Sliding Door
Opening and closing When the doors are closed, switch on the power supply or ignition. To switch on: press and hold button approximately five seconds. An acoustic signal sounds. To switch off: press and hold button approximately five seconds. An acoustic signal sounds. Unlocking/locking the driver's door with the emergency key If you want to lock the vehicle completely...
Page 48: Electrical Sliding Door
Opening and closing Always make sure that the open sliding door is engaged. Open the sliding door as far as it will go. Your vehicle may be equipped with a long sliding door with an intermediate detent. You can also lock the sliding door in place around halfway when opening and closing.
Page 49 Opening and closing You can operate the electric sliding door in the If someone becomes trapped, press the following ways: button again to stop the sliding door. by pressing the sliding door buttons on the center console by pressing the sliding door button on the door sill (B-pillar) using the door handle (inside or outside) using the key...
Page 50 Opening and closing When you stop automatic operation upon opening the door, the door closes when you press the button again. In unfavorable operating conditions, e.g. frost, ice or heavy soiling, you can press and hold the corresponding button. The electric sliding door moves with increased force.
Page 51 Opening and closing To disconnect the sliding door from the electric motor: turn release catch 180° clockwise. The "MAN" position is set. To unlock: pull locking pin upwards man‐ ually or use the central locking button to unlock the sliding door ( page 44).
Page 52: Rear-End Doors
Opening and closing If the sliding door is open: press button Pull handle 1. on the center console or sliding door but‐ Swing the rear-end door to the side until it on the door sill (B-pillar) and hold until engages. the door is closed.
Page 53: Partition Sliding Door
Opening and closing Opening/closing the rear-end doors from the inside To open: turn the key counter-clockwise 3. The sliding door is unlocked. Slide the sliding door to the right as far as The % symbol indicates that the rear-end door it will go.
Page 54: Electrical Step
Opening and closing vehicle, inform them that electrical step Electrical step be missing. Function of the electrical step Releasing the electrical step in an emergency (manual retraction) Your vehicle's sliding door may be equipped with an electrical step. Electrical step automatically extends when the sliding door opens, and retracts after the slid‐...
Page 55: Side Window
Opening and closing When opening, make sure that nobody is touching the side window. If someone is trapped, release the but‐ ton immediately or pull it in order to close the side window again. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when closing a side window When closing a side window, body parts could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 56 Opening and closing To close manually: pull and hold button If someone becomes trapped, press the or 2. W button to open the side window again. The windows in the front doors can also be oper‐ ated automatically. Ventilating the vehicle before starting a jour‐ To open completely: briefly press button ney (convenience opening) beyond the point of resistance.
Page 57: Anti-Theft Protection
Opening and closing Press and hold the & button on the key. Resetting the side windows The following functions are performed: The side windows must be reset after a malfunc‐ tion or a voltage supply interruption. The vehicle is locked Switch on the ignition ( page 103).
Page 58 Opening and closing ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Arming Function of ATA (Anti-theft Alarm system) If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered in the following situations: a side door is opened the rear-end door is opened the hood is opened the interior motion sensor is triggered page 57)
Page 59 Opening and closing Arming/disarming the tow-away alarm Interior motion sensor Arming/disarming Function If the activated the interior motion sensor detects Lock the vehicle with the key. motion in the vehicle interior, a visual and acous‐ The tow-away alarm is automatically armed tic alarm is triggered.
Page 60 Opening and closing Press button 1. When the button is released, indicator lamp in the button lights up for about five sec‐ onds. Lock the vehicle with the key. The interior motion sensor is deactivated. The interior motion sensor remains deactivated until you lock the vehicle again.
Page 61: Seats And Stowage
Seats and stowage You have a good overview of the traffic situa‐ Correct driver's seat position tion. & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting Your seat belt fits securely around your body and runs across the middle of your shoulder, the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in your pelvic area and groin.
Page 62 Seats and stowage Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting that it is as close as possible to the back of your the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in head. motion You could lose control of the vehicle in the &...
Page 63 Seats and stowage To adjust the seat fore-and-aft position: lift & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting lever and slide the seat into the desired the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in position. motion Make sure that the seat is engaged. You could lose control of the vehicle in the To set the seat height: keep on pressing or following situations:...
Page 64 Seats and stowage Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so Seat suspension that it is as close as possible to the back of your Vibration limiting head. Depending on the seat model, individual & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to adjustment options may be omitted.
Page 65 Seats and stowage The seats can be adjusted while the ignition is under the lever assembly of the seat off. adjustment system. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped & WARNING Risk of injury due to head when adjusting the seats restraints which are not installed or are When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle adjusted incorrectly...
Page 66 Seats and stowage Operating the memory function When moving the seats back, make sure that there are no objects in the footwell, & WARNING Risk of an accident if the under or behind the seats. memory function is used while driving If you use the memory function on the driv‐...
Page 67 Seats and stowage steering wheel or the mirror and fasten your seat belt. Adjust the seat into the desired position. Press memory button M together with one of the preset position buttons 1, 2 or 3. An acoustic signal sounds. The settings are You can rotate the driver's and co-driver's seat stored.
Page 68 Use only rear bench seats approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. & WARNING Risk of injury if the rear bench seat is not locked in place If the locking mechanisms on the rear bench...
Page 69 Seats and stowage Installation position of three-person and four- be no red indicator tabs visible on the person rear bench seat with strut release handle. The three-person rear bench seat is available with If red indicator tabs are visible on the or without a strut.
Page 70 Seats and stowage Removing the rear bench seat Tilt bench seat backwards and pull it out of the mounting shells. To remove the covers of the mounting If the bench seat cannot be pulled out of the shells: push clip in the direction of the mounting shells, the bench seat may be arrow and detach cover...
Page 71 Seats and stowage To attach the covers of the mounting Tilt the bench seat forwards firmly until the shells: hold cover such that retaining lug locks on the front legs of the bench seat engage audibly. is pointing towards rear seat anchorage The locks on the front legs of the bench seat will now be locked and the red indicator tabs Insert cover...
Page 72 Seats and stowage Pull release handle for the seat backrest upwards and hold it in position. Move the seat backrest to the desired posi‐ tion. Let go of release handle for the seat back‐ rest and move the seat backrest slightly. The seat backrest engages in position.
Page 73: Adjusting The Steering Wheel
Seats and stowage Adjusting the steering wheel * NOTE Damage to the seats caused by objects or documents when the seat & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting heater is switched on the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in When the seat heater is switched on, over‐...
Page 74: Stowage Areas
Seats and stowage Move the steering wheel to the desired posi‐ always restrain the objects they contain in the tion. event of an accident. Pull lever up as far as it will go. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the The steering wheel is locked.
Page 75 Seats and stowage pants). The values are specified on the vehi‐ Opening and closing the center console/ cle identification plate on the B-pillar. windshield stowage compartment the load must not protrude above the upper edge of the seat backrests. if possible, always transport the load in the cargo compartment.
Page 76: Bottle Holder
Seats and stowage Closing Cup holder Fold the cover downwards and slide handle Opening the cup holder in the rear passenger downwards in the direction of the arrow. compartment To lock: turn the emergency key counter- clockwise to position 2. &...
Page 77: Sockets
Seats and stowage Opening Press in cigarette lighter 1. The cigarette lighter will pop out when the Fold cover upwards. heating element is red-hot. Using the cigarette lighter in the center con‐ Sockets sole Using 12 V sockets in the center console &...
Page 78 Seats and stowage 12 V socket in lower control panel Only use dry and damage-free connect‐ ing cables. When the ignition is switched off, ensure that the 115 V socket is dry. If the 115 V socket is damaged or gets pulled out of the paneling, immediately have the socket checked or replaced at a qualified specialized workshop.
Page 79: Wirelessly Charging The Mobile Phone And Coupling With The Exterior Antenna
Seats and stowage If you will not be using the 115 V power socket, Wirelessly charging the mobile phone and keep the flap closed. coupling with the exterior antenna Notes on wirelessly charging the mobile Using sockets in the cargo compartment phone Requirements: &...
Page 80: Installing Or Removing The Floor Mats
Requirements: The mobile phone must be suitable for wire‐ less charging. A list of compatible mobile phones can be found at: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/connect To install: press pushbuttons onto hold‐ ers 2. To remove: pull the floor mats off holders Open the flap of stowage compartment...
Page 81: Light And Vision
Light and vision The turn signal light, the high beam and the Exterior lighting high-beam flasher are operated with the com‐ Notes on changing the lights when driving bination switch ( page 80). → abroad Leaving the parking lamps on for several Vehicles with halogen or static LED head‐...
Page 82 Light and vision Operating the combination light switch To activate the high-beam flasher: switch on the power supply or ignition. Briefly pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow 3. Switching hazard warning lights on or off High beam Right indicator High-beam flasher Left turn signal...
Page 83: Adjusting The Interior Lighting
Light and vision The function is active under the following condi‐ At speeds less than 16 mph (25 km/h) or if there tions: is sufficient road lighting, a change is made to the following setting: The speed is less than 37 mph (60 km/h) and the indicator has been switched on or the The high beam automatically switches off.
Page 84 Light and vision p Switches front left reading lamp on or off | Switches the automatic interior lighting control on/off c Switches front interior lighting on or w Switches rear compartment/cargo compartment lamp on or off 5p Switches front right reading lamp on or off Variant 3 | Switches the automatic interior...
Page 85: Changing Bulbs
Light and vision Rear interior lighting Position of motion detector If the vehicle is equipped with a motion detector, the cargo compartment lighting is also activated via the motion detector. If the motion detector detects movement in the cargo compartment while the vehicle is station‐ ary, the cargo compartment lighting switches on Switches rear compartment/cargo com‐...
Page 86 Light and vision When replacing the bulb, comply with the follow‐ ing: Do not use any bulb that has been dropped or has scratches on its glass tube. Otherwise, the bulb may explode. The bulb may explode if you touch it, if it is hot, if you drop it or if you scratch it.
Page 87 Light and vision Low beam/perimeter lights: pull back Unscrew screws1 and remove lens 2. housing cover 1. Gently turn the bulb counter-clockwise and take it out of the socket. Pull out the socket towards the rear. Insert the new bulb into the socket and turn it Remove the bulb from the socket.
Page 88 Light and vision Vehicles with partial LED tail lamps Reversing lights: P 21 W License plate lamp: W 5 W Rear fog lights: P 21 W Tail lamps (Cargo Van and Passenger Van) Requirements: Brake lights/tail lamps/perimeter lights: light bulb type P 21 W Reversing lights: bulb type P 21 W Rear fog lights: bulb type P 21 W To remove: loosen screws...
Page 89 Light and vision Tail lamp (chassis) Requirements: Rear fog lights: bulb type P 21 W License plate lighting: bulb type R 5 W Reversing lights: bulb type P 21 W Turn signals: bulb type PY 21 W Clearance lamp: bulb type R 5 W Brake light: bulb type P 21 W Taillight: bulb type R 5 W Switch off the lighting system.
Page 90: Windshield Wipers
Light and vision Replacing interior light bulbs Windshield wipers Bulbs for rear interior lamps Switching the front windshield wipers on and Requirements: For the standard bulb failure indicator func‐ tion to work correctly, only lights bulbs must be used that are the same type and power as those installed during production.
Page 91 Light and vision Switching the rear window wiper on/off If the wiper blades are worn out, they will not wipe the windshield properly. Replace the wiper blades twice a year, preferably in spring and fall. ô Single wipe/wash è Intermittent wiping Fold wiper arm away from the windshield.
Page 92: Mirrors
Light and vision Fold wiper arm back onto the windshield. & WARNING Risk of injury from using the windshield wipers while the engine hood is open Replacing the rear window wiper blade When the engine hood is open and the wind‐ shield wipers are set in motion, you can be trapped by the wiper linkage.
Page 93 Light and vision steering wheel or the mirror and fasten If the outside mirrors are not folded in when your seat belt. washing the vehicle in a car wash, the washer brushes may fold them in forcibly and dam‐ age them. &...
Page 94: Using Sun Visors
Light and vision To dim the inside rearview mirror: move anti-glare lever in the direction of the arrow. Using sun visors Glare from front: fold sun visor down‐ wards. Glare from the side: swivel sun visor the side.
Page 95: Climate Control
Climate control Overview of climate control systems Heating system overview switches windshield heating Sets the temperature ¬ Switches windshield on/off ( page 98) → defrosting on/off page 97) Sets the airflow → /Y Switches the Vehicles with stationary rear compartment heating heater or heater booster: on/off &...
Page 96 Climate control TEMPMATIC overview trol/ w Sets the temperature Vehicles with rear window rear compartment heating defroster: ¤ switches (indicator lamp flashes) Display rear window defroster page 96) → on/off ( page 98) → K Sets the airflow d Switches air-recircula‐ tion mode on/off page 98) →...
Page 97: Operating Climate Control Systems
Climate control 3-zone automatic climate control overview ary heater or heater booster w Sets the temperature ¿ Switches the A/C on/off( page 100) → function on/off Display Vehicles with rear window page 96) → defroster: ¤ switches Ã Automatically controls K Sets the airflow rear window defroster the climate control, front...
Page 98 Climate control If the front-compartment system has already Switching off rear compartment air condition‐ been switched on and the rear-compartment ing with dual and 3-zone automatic climate system has been switched off, you can control switch it on by turning up the fan on the rear- compartment menu.
Page 99 Climate control Switching off automatic climate control Setting the air distribution Use the K rocker switch to change the air‐ Requirements: flow setting and air distribution The climate control system is switched on. page 97) . → The other setting remains unaffected by the Press the _ button repeatedly until the change.
Page 100: Operating Air Vents
Climate control Vehicles with windshield heating: press Switching the rear window defroster on or off Press the ¤ button. If the indicator lamp lights up, the rear win‐ dow defroster is switched on. button. Close the center air vent ( page 98) and →...
Page 101: Auxiliary Heating
Climate control Ventilation nozzles in the rear & WARNING ‑ Danger of burns or frostbite due to being too close to the air vents Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air vents.
Page 102 100 Climate control When transporting dangerous goods, comply with Keep the tailpipe and the area around the relevant safety regulations. Always place the vehicle free from snow when the objects at a sufficient distance from the outlet engine or the stationary heater are run‐ opening of the auxiliary heating.
Page 103 Climate control 101 To switch off: press the & button. Heater booster mode is available only for vehicles with hot-water auxiliary heaters. Switching on the target temperature Adjusting the hot-water auxiliary heater with Switch on the ignition. the on-board computer To switch on: press the &...
Page 104: Operating Cargo Compartment Ventilation
102 Climate control Operating cargo compartment ventilation If your vehicle is equipped with a roof ventilator, you can admit fresh air to the cargo compart‐ ment, or extract air from it as well. Switch on the ignition. To switch on and extract: press switch at the top.
Page 105: Driving And Parking 103
Driving and parking 103 Driving Therefore, check regularly that there are no flammable materials in the engine Switching on power supply or ignition with compartment or on the exhaust system. the start/stop button Requirements: & WARNING Risk of accident and injury the SmartKey is in detection range of the due to children left unattended in the antenna (...
Page 106 104 Driving and parking Starting the engine Vehicles with automatic transmission: shift the transmission to position j or i. Starting the vehicle with the start/stop but‐ Depress the brake pedal and press button once. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury If the vehicle does not start: switch off unnec‐...
Page 107 Driving and parking 105 This also applies if the engine or parts of the driv‐ etrain have been replaced. Also observe the following breaking-in notes: ® The sensors of the ESP driving safety system adjust automatically while a certain distance is being driven after the vehicle has been delivered or after repairs.
Page 108 106 Driving and parking & WARNING Risk of accident when switch‐ & WARNING Risk of accident and injury ing off the ignition when driving due to being under the influence of alco‐ hol and drugs while driving If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety functions are restricted or no longer Driving when under the influence of alcohol available.
Page 109 Information about foreign trips specifications. It is for this reason that all work on the engine should only be performed by quali‐ Service fied and authorized Mercedes-Benz Center tech‐ An extensive Mercedes-Benz service is also avail‐ nicians. able abroad. Nevertheless, please remember that...
Page 110 Change the shift range in good time when immediately. The relevant workshop directories cruise control is activated. Observe the driv‐ are available from an authorized Mercedes-Benz ing tips ( page 105). →...
Page 111 Therefore, in heavy rain or other conditions in effect by applying greater pressure to the brake which hydroplaning can occur, drive as follows: pedal. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom‐ Reduce your speed. mends that you only have brakepads and brake discs which are approved by Mercedes-Benz Avoid tire ruts.
Page 112 110 Driving and parking Observe the notes on fording while off-road for An accumulation of snow and ice, particularly all-wheel drive vehicles ( page 110). → when frozen, in the area around the air intake, moving parts, the axles and the wheel housing, Information about driving in winter may cause the following problems: Obstruction of the air intake...
Page 113 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you addi‐ blies and systems. Adapt your driving style to the tionally carry a shovel and a recovery rope off-road driving conditions.
Page 114 112 Driving and parking Vehicles with DSR: activate DSR when you Checklist after driving off-road are driving downhill ( page 120). If you find damage to the vehicle after off-road → driving, have the vehicle checked at a qualified All-wheel drive vehicles: activate the all- specialist workshop immediately.
Page 115 Driving and parking 113 foreign objects again. Remove any foreign objects which can lead to imbalances and thus cause vibrations. In the event of damage to the wheels and the drive train, visit a quali‐ fied specialist workshop immediately. ECO display function The ECO display summarizes the driving charac‐...
Page 116: Battery Main Switch
114 Driving and parking Only disconnect the vehicle from the power Park the vehicle so that no flammable supply using the battery main switch in the material can come into contact with hot following situations: vehicle components. The vehicle is stationary for a long time In particular, do not park on dry grass‐...
Page 117: Automatic Transmission
Driving and parking 115 Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to children left unattended in the vehicle If children are left unattended in the vehicle, they could: open doors, thereby endangering other persons or road users.
Page 118 116 Driving and parking Engaging park position P Before parking the vehicle, apply the parking brake. Press button 1. Transmission position display j is shown in Press the brake pedal and the DIRECT the multifunction display. SELECT lever upwards or downwards to the Park position j is engaged automatically when first point of resistance.
Page 119 Driving and parking 117 Depress the brake pedal and push the The automatic transmission does not shift DIRECT SELECT lever downwards past the down if you pull steering wheel paddle shifter first point of resistance. whilst traveling at too high a speed. Transmission position display h is shown in If the shift range is restricted and the maxi‐...
Page 120: All-Wheel Drive
Such damage four wheels, and together with ESP ® it improves is not covered by Mercedes-Benz Limited the traction of the vehicle. Warranty. The traction control of the all-wheel drive also Never tow the vehicle with a raised axle.
Page 121 Driving and parking 119 Conditions for engaging/disengaging Do not step on the accelerator pedal when the indicator lamp in the switch The following shifting conditions must be met in for the all-wheel drive is flashing. order to engage or disengage LOW RANGE: All-wheel drive is engaged ( page 118).
Page 122: Dsr (Downhill Speed Regulation)
120 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating DSR DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) Notes on DSR Activating DSR If you fail to adapt your driving style or you are inattentive, DSR can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the laws of physics. DSR cannot take road, weather and traffic conditions into account.
Page 123: Electronic Level Control
Driving and parking 121 As soon as you exceed a speed of 28 mph Deactivating DSR (45 km/h). appears in the status area of the on- board computer. In addition, the DSR Off message appears. DSR - - - appears in the status area of the on-board computer.
Page 124 122 Driving and parking Electronic level control is not engine-dependent The jack may tip. and is only operational when the ignition is Press the Service button on the air sus‐ switched on. The electronic level control com‐ pension remote control before raising pressor works audibly.
Page 125 Driving and parking 123 Raising and lowering the vehicle level The indicator lamp on button flashes as long as the vehicle level is being changed. By remote control When the vehicle level has been set, the indi‐ cator lamp on button lights up.
Page 126 124 Driving and parking Using the button in the control panel trol is malfunctioning and the vehicle is leaning, you can raise or lower the vehicle by connecting an external compressed-air source to one of the emergency valves (tire valves). If electronic level control is deactivated, you can drive on carefully to the nearest qualified specialist workshop and have the malfunction remedied.
Page 127: Refueling
Driving and parking 125 Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Try to set the vehicle level manually again after approximately one minute. Electric level control has been deactivated due to undervoltage. The bat‐ tery may not be charging. Handling and ride comfort may suffer. Start the engine.
Page 128 126 Driving and parking * NOTE Do not use gasoline to refuel vehi‐ cles with a diesel engine. If you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel: Do not switch on the ignition. Otherwise, fuel can enter the fuel system. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine.
Page 129 Driving and parking 127 Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective. vehicle. Apply the parking brake. Switch off the engine. Remove the key from the ignition lock. Or, on vehicles with KEYLESS‑GO: Open the driver's door.
Page 130 DEF is available at qualified spe‐ Instrument Display with black and white dis‐ cialist workshops, e.g. an authorized play Mercedes-Benz Center, and at numerous gas DEF fill level stations as a DEF refill canister or DEF refill bottle. DEF range DEF freezes at a temperature of approx‐...
Page 131 Driving and parking 129 Opening the DEF filler cap on lockable filler Avoid carrying DEF refill containers per‐ caps manently in the vehicle. Requirements: The ignition is switched off The following messages that appear in succes‐ sion in the multifunction display indicate that you need to refill the DEF tank: Refill Additive See Operator's Manual The DEF tank has fallen below the first warn‐...
Page 132 130 Driving and parking Preparing the DEF refill canister Topping up DEF Variant 1 Variant 1 Variant 2 Variant 2 Unscrew the cap on DEF refill canister 2. Screw disposable hose onto the filler neck of the vehicle until hand-tight. Screw disposable hose onto the opening Lift up and tip DEF refill canister 1.
Page 133 Refill bottles without a threaded cap offer no overfill protection. DEF may leak out as a result of overfilling. Mercedes-Benz offers special refill bottles with a threaded cap. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 134: Parking
132 Driving and parking Closing the DEF filler cap on lockable filler Park the vehicle so that no flammable caps material can come into contact with hot vehicle components. In particular, do not park on dry grass‐ land or harvested grain fields. &...
Page 135 Driving and parking 133 Secure the vehicle against rolling away as described below. Observe the following points to ensure that the vehicle is properly secured against rolling away unintentionally: Always apply the parking brake. Vehicles with automatic transmission: engage transmission position j. On uphill or downhill inclines: turn the front wheels towards the curb.
Page 136 134 Driving and parking Performing emergency braking with the hand‐ age. If the on-board electrical system voltage is low or there is a malfunction in the system, it brake lever may not be possible to apply the electric parking brake and the yellow ! indicator lamp lights In this case, park the vehicle in the following way: Park the vehicle on level ground and secure it to prevent it from rolling away.
Page 137 Driving and parking 135 The electric parking brake is also automatically Starting the engine. applied if Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has In addition, they may operate vehicle equip‐ brought the vehicle to a standstill. ment and become trapped. In addition, at least one of the following condi‐ Never leave children unattended in the tions must be fulfilled: vehicle.
Page 138: Driving And Driving Safety Systems
136 Driving and parking Emergency braking Method 4: interrupt the power supply by acti‐ vating standby mode ( page 136). → The charge level of the battery must be checked every three weeks if no measures are taken to maintain the battery charge. Battery voltage below 12.2 V: charge the battery to prevent deep discharge damage.
Page 139 Driving and parking 137 Certain driving and driving safety systems use ABS controls the brake pressure in critical situa‐ sensors to monitor the area in front of, behind tions: or next to the vehicle (depending on the vehicle's the wheels are prevented from locking when equipment).
Page 140 138 Driving and parking Functions of ASC (Acceleration Skid Control) Do not operate the vehicle on a roller dynamome‐ ter (e.g. for a performance test). If you have to ASC can neither reduce the risk of an accident operate the vehicle on a roller dynamometer, con‐ nor override the laws of physics if the driver does sult a qualified specialist workshop beforehand.
Page 141 Driving and parking 139 Situation-dependent braking assistance ® Function of ESP trailer stabilization Active Brake Assist can help you to minimize the & WARNING Risk of accident in poor road risk of a collision with vehicles or pedestrians or and weather conditions to reduce the effects of such a collision.
Page 142 140 Driving and parking The individual subfunctions are available in An intermittent warning tone sounds and the the following speed ranges: · distance warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster. Distance warning function Brake immediately or take evasive action, provi‐ The distance warning function warns you at ded it is safe to do so and the traffic situation speeds greater than approximately 4 mph...
Page 143 Driving and parking 141 System limitations foot from the accelerator pedal after overtaking, cruise control will resume speed regulation back The system may be impaired or may not function to the stored speed. in the following situations: Cruise control is operated using the correspond‐ The sensors are affected by snow, rain, fog or ing steering wheel buttons.
Page 144 142 Driving and parking On slippery roads. Accelerating can cause the Push rocker switch beyond the pressure drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle point. could then skid. The stored speed is increased or reduced by 5 mph (10 km/h). If you are driving when visibility is poor.
Page 145 Driving and parking 143 steering wheel. The speed can be set in the range & WARNING Risk of accident from acceler‐ between 15 mph (20 km/h) and 99 mph ation or braking by Active Distance Assist (160 km/h) or between 15 mph (20 km/h) and DISTRONIC the vehicle's maximum speed.
Page 146 144 Driving and parking Accepting the displayed speed limit when Dis‐ Always observe the traffic conditions tance Assist DISTRONIC is activated carefully and react accordingly. Press rocker switch up (RES). Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may not detect The speed limit displayed in the instrument narrow vehicles driving in front, e.g.
Page 147 Driving and parking 145 Push rocker switch beyond the pressure System limitations point and hold. The incline must not be greater than 30%. The stored speed is increased or reduced in 5 mph (10 km/h) increments. Rear view camera with rear-view mirror dis‐ Increasing or reducing the specified distance play from the vehicle in front...
Page 148 146 Driving and parking The field of vision and other functions of the rear You can choose between two settings: view camera may be restricted due to additional Standard: normal system sensitivity accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g. Sensitive: higher system sensitivity.
Page 149 Driving and parking 147 Setting ATTENTION ASSIST You can have the following status information for On-board computer: ATTENTION ASSIST displayed in the Assistance menu of the on-board computer: Settings DriveAssist Attention Assist (Attention Assist) The journey length since the last break The attention level determined by ATTENTION Setting options ASSIST:...
Page 150 148 Driving and parking Display in the Instrument Display highly variable shade conditions, or due to rain, snow, fog or heavy spray The system is impaired by glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, direct sunlight or reflections The system is affected by dirt on the wind‐ shield in the area of the multifunction cam‐...
Page 151 Driving and parking 149 If a vehicle is detected above speeds of approx‐ Overview imately 7.5 mph (12 km/h) and this vehicle sub‐ When the vehicle is Display in outside mir‐ sequently enters the monitoring range directly stationary, an object next to your vehicle, the warning lamp in the out‐...
Page 152 150 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist Lane Keeping Assist and Active Lane Keeping On-board computer: Assist Settings Functions of Lane Keeping Assist Activate or deactivate Totwinkel-Assistent (Blind Spot Assist). Function of Rear Cross Traffic Alert The radar sensors in the bumper are used for the system.
Page 153 Driving and parking 151 Glare from oncoming traffic, direct sunlight or A front wheel drives over a solid lane mark‐ reflections. ing. There is dirt on the windshield in the vicinity A relevant message appears in the instrument of the multifunction camera or the camera is display.
Page 154: Work Mode
152 Driving and parking If a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire has On vehicles with automatic transmission, the been detected and displayed. selector lever must be in position j. The system may be impaired or may not function Activating/deactivating ADR in the following situations: There is poor visibility, e.g.
Page 155: Trailer Operation
Driving and parking 153 To reduce: press switch 2. Only install a ball coupling that meets the permitted dimensions and has been designed for the trailer operation Trailer operation requirements. Notes on trailer operation Do not modify the ball coupling or the trailer hitch.
Page 156 154 Driving and parking Permissible gross mass of the towing vehicle tion. Before driving, consult the trailer's vehicle papers to see the maximum permissible speed Permissible gross mass of the trailer for your trailer. Permissible gross towing mass Attach only an approved trailer hitch to your vehi‐ Maximum permissible speed of the trailer cle.
Page 157 Safety chains between the towing vehicle and Mercedes-Benz Center. the trailer. The chains should be routed in a Maintain a larger distance than when driving criss-cross pattern under the trailer drawbar.
Page 158 156 Driving and parking recommended to use a separate functional brak‐ If possible, do not brake suddenly, but rather ing system on any towed vehicle. moderately at first so that the trailer can acti‐ vate its brakes. Then increase the pressure on Make sure that your trailer combination meets the brake pedal.
Page 159 (GCWR). Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends that you The permissible values, which must not be excee‐ have the cabling of the connector plug carried ded, can be found in your vehicle documents and out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 160 158 Driving and parking adapter for the electrical connection between the trailer and your vehicle. The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped with a permanent power supply at the factory. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 4. Note that the trailer's permanent power supply is not switched off when the vehicle's on-board electrical system voltage is low.
Page 161: Instrument Display And On-Board Computer 159
Instrument Display and on-board computer 159 Overview of Instrument Display & WARNING Risk of accident due to an instrument display malfunction If the Instrument Display has failed or mal‐ functioned, you may not recognize function restrictions applying to safety relevant sys‐ tems.
Page 162: Overview Of The Buttons On The Steering Wheel
160 Instrument Display and on-board computer Overview of the buttons on the steering wheel % Back button, left (on-board computer) Touch Control, left (on-board computer) Main menu button (on-board computer) The on-board computer is operated via left-hand Button group for cruise control or Active Dis‐ Touch Control and the back button on the left tance Assist DISTRONIC...
Page 163: Overview Of The Displays On The Multi- Function Display
Instrument Display and on-board computer 161 To call up the main menu: press the back button on the left repeatedly, or press and hold it. Vehicles without Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC: you can call up the main menu of the on-board computer with the ò but‐ ton.
Page 164: Setting The Instrument Lighting
162 Instrument Display and on-board computer Calling up the assistant display Setting the instrument lighting On-board computer: Assistance Select the desired display and confirm. The following displays are available on the assis‐ tant display: Assistant display Attention level ( page 146) →...
Page 165 Instrument Display and on-board computer 163 Lane markings solid and thin: Lane Keeping Assist switched on, not ready to issue warn‐ ings Lane markings solid and thick: Lane Keeping Assist ready to issue warnings Calling up displays on the trip menu On-board computer: Trip Instrument Display with black and white display...
Page 166 164 Instrument Display and on-board computer Resetting values on the on-board computer Switching Auffindbeleuchtung (Locator trip menu lighting) on and off Setting Instrument lighting On-board computer: Vehicle Trip Setting Winterreifen-Limit (Winter tires The spelling of the displayed main menu may limit) differ.
Page 167: Mercedes Pro 165
Making a call via the overhead control panel When you log in with a user account to the Mercedes PRO portal, then services and offers from Mercedes-Benz Vans will be available to you. Availability is country-dependent. You can check the availability of Mercedes PRO in your country at the following page: http://www.mercedes.pro...
Page 168: Information On Mercedes Pro Connect Accident Management
166). → Information on Mercedes PRO connect acci‐ dent management The Mercedes PRO connect accident manage‐ ment is an extension of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ gency call system ( page 188). → An emergency call is made to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center after an accident: a voice connection is made to a contact per‐...
Page 169: Transporting 167
Transporting 167 Notes on loading guidelines Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or & DANGER Risk of poisoning from exhaust similar situations. gases Always make sure that objects do not project from stowage spaces, parcel Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust nets or stowage nets.
Page 170: Load Distribution
168 Transporting fasten the load to the tie-down eyes and Securing loads spread the load as evenly as possible. Notes on load securing use tie-down eyes and fastening components which are suitable for the weight and size of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury the load.
Page 171 Transporting 169 lation and any ensuing consequences. Overview of cargo tie-down point Observe country-specific laws. Make sure that the load is secure before every journey and at regular intervals during a long journey. Adjust the load securing as necessary. Information on how to secure loads correctly can be obtained from the manufacturers of load securing aids or tie downs for load-securing, for example.
Page 172: Carrier Systems
Mercedes-Benz. These help to prevent vehicle Never exceed the maximum roof load damage. and adjust your driving style.
Page 173: Interior Roof Rack System
Transporting 171 Interior roof rack system cause the sliders to break off from the rack rail. & WARNING Risk of injury due to unse‐ Distribute the load evenly. When doing cured loads so, ensure that the overall center of gravity of the load is always as close to When you secure or loosen a load, the load the center as possible and between the may fall down and injure vehicle occupants.
Page 174 172 Transporting To move the rack rails: unscrew star knobs Adjusting the belt strap counter-clockwise until they are slightly loose. Slide rack rail along roof rail to the desired position. Screw star knobs tight clockwise. Check that the rack rail is seated securely. Moving the sliders &...
Page 175: Placing A Load On The Wheel Arch
Transporting 173 Turn the ring of cargo tie-down ring until it is parallel to the longitudinal axis of cargo tie- down ring C. Hold cargo tie-down ring between the index finger and middle finger and place your thumb through the ring of cargo tie-down ring and onto the central pressure point.
Page 176: 174 Maintenance And Care
174 Maintenance and care mainly short-distance driving ASSYST PLUS service interval display frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval on poor road surfaces display when the engine is often left idling for long The ASSYST PLUS service interval display on the periods instrument display provides information on the operation in particularly dusty conditions...
Page 177 Maintenance and care 175 coolant expansion reservoir cap & WARNING Risk of injury due to moving parts & WARNING Risk of injury from using the Certain components in the engine compart‐ windshield wipers while the engine hood ment may continue to move or suddenly is open move again even after the ignition has been When the engine hood is open and the wind‐...
Page 178 176 Maintenance and care Move support to the bracket on the hood and apply light pressure to engage it. Lower the hood and let it drop from a height of approximately 0.5 ft (15 cm). If it is still possible to lift the hood a little, open the hood again and let it drop from a height of approximately 0.7 ft (20 cm) until it engages correctly.
Page 179 Maintenance and care 177 Slowly insert dipstick into the dipstick orange and lies above "MAX": drain off excess engine oil. guide tube as far as it will go and pull it out after three seconds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Oil level OK: the oil level is between the For Engine Oil Level Switch Ignition MIN and the MAX mark.
Page 180 OM651 specifications deviating from those required for the prescribed service intervals. Mercedes-Benz recommends using original or tested replacement and service parts. Do not change the engine oil or oil filter in order to set change intervals longer than those prescribed.
Page 181 Let the engine cool down before open‐ coolant expansion reservoir. ing the cap. When opening the cap, wear protective Only use coolant approved by Mercedes-Benz to gloves and safety glasses. avoid damaging the engine cooling system. Open the cap slowly to release pres‐...
Page 182 180 Maintenance and care Adding washer fluid to the windshield washer faces, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB Winter‐ system Fit. & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ Adding washer fluid ponent parts in the engine compartment Certain component parts in the engine com‐ partment can be very hot, e.g.
Page 183 Maintenance and care 181 Draining the fuel filter Make sure of the following before performing tasks in the engine compartment: & WARNING Danger of fire and explosion Switch the ignition off. due to fuel Never touch the danger zone surround‐ Fuels are highly flammable.
Page 184: Cleaning And Care
If the vehicle is very dirty, wash off excess dirt fied specialist workshop. before cleaning the vehicle in an automatic car Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wash. fuel filter drained at a qualified specialist work‐ Removing the wax from the windshield and shop.
Page 185 Maintenance and care 183 at specially designated wash bays. In this case, Do not use high-pressure cleaning make sure that a specially designated wash bay is equipment with round-spray nozzles to used for washing by hand. clean your vehicle. Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo. Damaged tires or suspension compo‐...
Page 186 Tar stains: use tar remover. Wax: use a silicone remover. Matte finish Only use care products approved for Do not polish the vehicle and alloy Mercedes-Benz. wheels. Do not use a wash program that ends with a hot wax treatment in automatic car washes.
Page 187 Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or sol‐ damp cloth and with a cleaning agent vent-based cleaning agents to clean the recommended for Mercedes-Benz . inside of windows. Wiper blades Carefully clean the folded-away wiper Do not clean the wiper blades too often.
Page 188 Clean with a damp microfiber cloth. Do not affix stickers, films or similar. For heavy soiling: use care product Do not allow to come into contact recommended for Mercedes-Benz . with cosmetics, insect repellent and sun creams. Real wood/ Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Page 189 1% soapsuds solution to clean the entire seat cover. Do not spot-clean. Use cleaning and care products recom‐ mended for Mercedes-Benz . Imitation Vacuum up dirt such as crumbs or dust Do not use a microfiber cloth.
Page 190: 188 Breakdown Assistance
Mercedes-Benz vehicle. In order to function as intended, the sys‐ tem relies on the transmission of data detailed in the "Mercedes-Benz emergency call system data...
Page 191 Benz emergency call center. The starter battery has sufficient charge. A message with accident data is transmitted to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. If restraint systems such as airbags or Emergency The Mercedes-Benz emergency call center Tensioning Devices have been activated after an...
Page 192: Flat Tire
& WARNING Risk of an accident due to that you only use batteries that have been tested work carried out incorrectly on the bat‐ and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. tery These batteries provide increased impact protec‐ tion to prevent vehicle occupants from suffering...
Page 193 Mercedes-Benz. consult a qualified specialist workshop to dis‐ connect the battery Batteries contain pollutants. It is illegal to dispose of them with the household rubbish.
Page 194 A discharged battery may freeze at tempera‐ Mercedes-Benz and read the operating instructions for your charger before charging tures slightly above or below freezing point. the battery.
Page 195 Breakdown assistance 193 Vehicles with automatic transmission: During starting assistance: before discon‐ shift the transmission to position j. necting the jumper cable, switch on an elec‐ trical consumer on your own vehicle, e.g. the Switch off the ignition and all electrical con‐ rear window heater or lighting.
Page 196 194 Breakdown assistance circumstances. Otherwise, the vehicle's electronics could be damaged. Switch off all electrical consumers. To remove: unscrew screws and remove trim 2. Vehicles with rear wheel drive Remove floor covering 1. If the vehicle is expected to be parked or out of To install: insert floor covering and align use for over three weeks, disconnect the batter‐...
Page 197 Reconnect the starter battery ( page 194). → Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the starter battery replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Pull out and remove screws of bracket Center.
Page 198: Towing Or Tow-Starting
Permissible towing methods Make sure you always disconnect the In the event of a breakdown, Mercedes-Benz rec‐ starter battery in the battery case in the ommends that you have the vehicle transported left-hand footwell first. Otherwise, elec‐...
Page 199 Breakdown assistance 197 Permissible towing methods Both axles on the Front axle raised Rear axle raised ground Vehicles with auto‐ Yes, no further than Yes, no further than Yes, if the steering matic transmission and 31 miles (50 km) at 31 miles (50 km) at wheel is fixed in the rear wheel drive...
Page 200 198 Breakdown assistance the energy supply or the on-board electri‐ * NOTE Damage due to incorrect connec‐ cal system is malfunctioning. tion When your vehicle is then towed away, signifi‐ Only connect the tow rope or tow bar to cantly more effort may be required to steer the towing eyes.
Page 201 Breakdown assistance 199 Observe the notes on permissible towing * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain due to methods ( page 196). → incorrect positioning The propeller shafts to the drive axles must Do not position the vehicle above the be removed if the maximum permissible tow‐ connection point of the transport vehi‐...
Page 202: Electrical Fuses
Electrical components or systems could be Rear towing eye (vehicles with passenger vehicle damaged by incorrect fuses. approval) Only use fuses which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz and which Rear towing eye is permanently attached have the correct fuse rating. to the vehicle.
Page 203: Vehicle Tool Kit
Breakdown assistance 201 the ignition is switched off The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: fuse box in the co-driver's footwell page 201) → fuse box in the seat base of the driver's seat page 201) → Opening the fuse box in the seat base of the driver's seat Remove insert with the vehicle tool kit.
Page 204: Hydraulic Jack
202 Breakdown assistance Remove the rubber mat from the front- The hydraulic jack is located in side compartment passenger footwell. above the co-driver door step. To unlock: turn the quick-release fastener The jack has a maximum weight of 16.5 lbs counter-clockwise to position 1.
Page 205 Breakdown assistance 203 Remove jack and the pump lever rod. Remove jack and unclip the pump lever rod. It is recommended to wear gloves for this work. To close: press the cover firmly into the door sill so that fasteners engage.
Page 206: 204 Wheels And Tires
Change the tires on your vehicle an inappropriate speed. to M+S tires. Using summer tires at very cold temperatures could cause tears to form, thereby damaging the tires permanently. Mercedes-Benz...
Page 207: Information On M+S Tires
For safety reasons, only use snow chains that have been specifically approved for your vehi‐ & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐ cle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains with rect installation of snow chains the same quality standard. The snow chains must be retightened after Vehicles with rear-wheel drive: if you have driving approximately 0.6 miles (1 km).
Page 208: Tire Pressure
206 Wheels and tires chains on the outer wheels. Observe the man‐ Driving with tire pressure that is too high or too ufacturer's installation instructions. low can: Use snow chains only when the road surface Shorten the service life of the tires. is completely snow-covered.
Page 209 Wheels and tires 207 Insufficient tire pressure can cause the tires & WARNING Risk of accident from unsuita‐ to burst. ble accessories on the tire valves Inspect the tire for signs of foreign If you mount unsuitable accessories onto tire objects.
Page 210 208 Wheels and tires Front axle tire pressures on vehicles with all-wheel/rear-wheel drive and single tires Max. front axle load 4101 lbs (1860 kg) Tires/disc wheel Vehicle load Max. front axle load 4101 lbs (1860 kg) LT245/75R16 120/116Q Fully laden 320 kPa (3.2 bar/46 psi) Front axle tire pressures on vehicles with rear-wheel drive and single tires Max.
Page 211 Wheels and tires 209 Max. front axle load 4630 lbs (2100 kg) Tires/disc wheel Vehicle load Max. front axle load 4630 lbs (2100 kg) LT215/85R16 115/112Q Fully laden 450 kPa (4.5 bar/65 psi) Rear axle tire pressures on vehicles with all-wheel/rear-wheel drive and twin tires Max.
Page 212 210 Wheels and tires Max. rear axle load 7,055 lbs (3,200 kg) Tires/disc wheel Vehicle load Max. rear axle load 7055 lbs (3200 kg) 225/75R16C 121/120R (122L) Fully laden 690 kPa (6.9 bar/100 psi) 285/65R16C 131R Fully laden 460 kPa (4.6 bar/67 psi) cle that the maximum rear axle load of 7,055 lbs Only to be used for vehicles with light loads.
Page 213 Wheels and tires 211 if there is a sudden pressure loss caused by a This sequence will continue upon subsequent foreign object penetrating the tire, for exam‐ vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists. if there is a malfunction caused by another When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, radio signal source the system may not be able to detect or sig‐...
Page 214: Loading The Vehicle
Observe the load rating of the tires. The load rating must be at least half the gross axle weight rating of the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz recommends you use the load-bearing index, which is given in the vehicle documents.
Page 215 Wheels and tires 213 Determining the maximum load Never overload the tires by exceeding the maximum load. The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Only vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of less Code of U.S.
Page 216 214 Wheels and tires Sample calculation for determining the maxi‐ is for illustrative purposes only. Make sure you mum load are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Infor‐ The following table has examples of how to calcu‐ mation placard ( page 212).
Page 217: Tire Labeling
Wheels and tires 215 Tire labeling Overview of tire labeling Tread wear grade Traction grade Temperature grade The data shown in the illustration is sample data. This grading is not legally prescribed for Can‐ ada, but usually specified anyway. Tread wear grade Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The tread wear grade is a comparative grading page 215)
Page 218 216 Wheels and tires tire's ability to come to a standstill on a wet pave‐ The TIN is a unique identification number for tires ment under controlled conditions on a specified and consists of the following components: U.S. government test surface made from asphalt DOT (Department of Transportation): tire and concrete.
Page 219 Wheels and tires 217 Information on maximum tire pressure Observe the tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. The data shown in the illustration is sample data. Prefixing letter Maximum permitted tire pressure 1, which is Nominal tire width in millimeters permitted for the tires must not be exceeded.
Page 220: Definitions For Tires And Loading
218 Wheels and tires Do not overload the tires by exceeding the maxi‐ Load index mum permissible load. "Light load": light load tires See also: "C": commercial tires Maximum permissible load on the Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 212) →...
Page 221 Wheels and tires 219 Speed rating: the speed rating is part of the tire Tire pressure: pressure inside the tire applying identification. It specifies the speed range for an outward force to every square inch of the which a tire is approved. tire's surface.
Page 222: Changing A Wheel
Therefore, only use tire types and sizes Accessories that are not approved for your vehi‐ approved for your vehicle model. cle by Mercedes-Benz, or are not being used cor‐ Observe the tire load rating and speed rectly, can impair operating safety.
Page 223 Wheels and tires 221 different dimensions; doing so may lead to a Observe the following points when selecting, general operating permit being rendered installing and replacing tires: invalid. Use only tires and wheels of the same type, Vehicles with Super Single tires: design (winter tires, all-season tire) and For vehicles with single tires with a GVW of make.
Page 224 222 Wheels and tires Information on the direction of the tires' rota‐ Preparing the vehicle for a wheel change tion Requirements: Tires with a specified direction of rotation have The tire-change tool kit is available. additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk of hydro‐ The vehicle is not on a slope.
Page 225 If you park a vehicle with air suspension, the Only use the vehicle-specific jack that has air suspension may remain activated for up to been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz one hour, even when the ignition is switched to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor‐...
Page 226 224 Wheels and tires Otherwise, the rods could bend and deform so much that they can no longer be used as pump levers for the jack. Jack support point, rear axle (example: chassis up to 3.5 t) To prepare the hydraulic jack: insert the third rod of pump lever for the jack into the lug wrench extension.
Page 227 Removing a wheel For safety reasons, only use wheel bolts or wheel nuts which have been approved by Requirements: Mercedes-Benz and for the wheel in question. The vehicle is raised ( page 223). → When you install the steel spare wheel, it is...
Page 228 226 Wheels and tires Screw in the wheel bolts until they are finger- Place the jack to one side. tight. Pull the rod with the smallest diameter off the pump lever. Wheels with wheel nuts: The shortened pump lever serves as a lug Front wheels with wheel nut cover: press the wrench extension.
Page 229: Spare Wheel
Wheels and tires 227 Hit the middle of the hub cap to engage it on must have the correct dimensions and the wheel. the tire must be the correct type. Secure the defective wheel in the spare wheel Do not exceed a maximum speed of 50 mph bracket.
Page 230 228 Wheels and tires the fastenings of the spare wheel bracket. Using the lug wrench from the vehicle tool kit, unscrew the now visible bolts counter-clock‐ Replace the tires after six years at the latest, wise by approximately 20 turns. regardless of wear.
Page 231 Wheels and tires 229 Vehicles with rear wheel drive: removing the Place a screwdriver into recesses spare wheel (vehicle with lowered chassis) then pry off covers 1. Using the lug wrench from the vehicle tool kit, unscrew the now visible bolts counter-clock‐ wise by approximately 20 turns.
Page 232 230 Wheels and tires Raise spare wheel carrier with the pump Vehicles with rear wheel drive: installing the lever and attach right-hand safety hook 3. spare wheel (chassis) Slightly raise spare wheel carrier Carefully place the spare wheel onto spare attach left-hand safety hook 3.
Page 233: Technical Data 231
Technical data 231 Information on technical data When operating two-way radios in the vehicle, always connect them to the The given data only applies to vehicles with low-reflection exterior antenna. standard equipment. Further information can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. * NOTE Invalidation of the operating per‐...
Page 234: Vehicle Identification Plate, Vehicle Identification Number (Vin) And Engine Number
232 Technical data Frequency band Maximum transmis‐ sion output 70 cm waveband 35 W 420 - 450 MHz Two-way radio 10 W (2G/3G/4G) The following can be used in the vehicle without restrictions: Vehicle identification plate (example: USA, two-way radios with a maximum transmission complete vehicles) output of up to 100 mW Vehicle manufacturer...
Page 235 Technical data 233 Vehicle identification plate may also contain the following data: payload curb weight number of passenger seats VIN engraved underneath the hood Vehicle identification plate (example: Can‐ ada, complete vehicles) Vehicle manufacturer VIN (vehicle identification number) Permissible gross mass Permissible gross mass of vehicle combina‐...
Page 236: Operating Fluids And Capacities
Notes on fuel grades on vehicles with a gaso‐ Mercedes-Benz guarantee or goodwill gestures. line engine You can identify operating fluids approved by Observe the notes on operating fluids Mercedes-Benz by the following inscriptions on page 234). → the container: MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
Page 237 In this case, in consultation with an authorized Only refuel with the recommended fuel. Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel should be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by * NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel Mercedes-Benz.
Page 238 236 Technical data Fuel may leak out and ignite. Depending on * NOTE Damage due to incorrect fuel the type of damage, fuel might not escape Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could until the engine is running. result in damage to the fuel system, the Never heat fuel system components.
Page 239 Technical data 237 Fill up with fuels with bio-diesel content * NOTE Damage caused by additives in of 5% (ULSD) or less, whenever possi‐ DEF or by diluting DEF ble. The DEF exhaust gas aftertreatment system Regularly check your engine oil level if could be destroyed by the following: you use B20 fuels on a regular basis.
Page 240 You will then probably no longer be permitted to operate the vehicle on Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil public roads. changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Engine management monitors the exhaust gas...
Page 241 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter). cantly due to aging when driving. You must then have an oil change carried out at Therefore, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you the earliest possible opportunity. change the engine oil before the start of the cold season.
Page 242 Have the brake fluid replaced regularly at a quali‐ OM642 Approx. 13.2 qt fied specialist workshop. (12.5 liters) Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz OM651 (rear wheel Approx. 12 qt in accordance with MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval drive) (11.5 liters) 331.0.
Page 243 MB Specifications for operating fluids Windshield washer concentrate is highly flam‐ 310.1 mable. It could ignite if it comes into contact at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com with hot engine component parts or the exhaust system. in the BeVo app Make sure that no windshield washer...
Page 244: Vehicle Data
You can obtain further information on the trailer hitch at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted at an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Only use a trailer hitch which has been tested and specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle.
Page 245 Technical data 243 The values approved by the manufacturer can be ing machine to check the weight restrictions have found in the following table. If the values differ, been complied with before you start your journey. the lowest value applies. Use a calibrated weigh‐ Maximum permissible weights and loads Vehicle type, gross vehicle weight and curb weight Vehicle model...
Page 246 244 Technical data Vehicle type 3500 with a max. permissible gross weight of 9900 lbs (4.490 t) (For Canada only) and 9990 lbs (4.531 t) (For USA only) Permissible front axle load GAWR (FA) Permissible rear axle load GAWR (RA) 7060 lbs (3.202 t) 4080 lbs (1.851 t) 4410 lbs (2.000 t)
Page 247 Technical data 245 Vehicle type 3500 with a max. permissible gross weight of 9900 lbs (4.490 t) (For Canada only) Permissible gross Permissible trailer load Permissible noseweight TWR weight of vehicle/trailer GTW, braked 3), 5) combination GCWR 14900 lbs (6.760 t) only 5000 lbs (2.270 t) only for 500 lbs (0.227 t) only for model series for model series 907.657...
Page 248: Lashing Points And Carrier Systems
350 daN with the altered, maximum permissible weights. Please consult an authorized Cargo Van 800 daN Mercedes-Benz Center if you have any fur‐ ther questions. Loading rails Maximum permissible gross weight of the Max. tensile load of cargo tie-down points in...
Page 249 The roof rack's supporting feet must be arranged at a uniform distance from each other. Mercedes-Benz recommends you install a stabilizer bar on the vehicle's front axle. Further information about safety measures can be found in the "Transport" section ( page 168).
Page 250: 248 Display Messages And Warning And Indicator Lamps
248 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps on the multifunction display. Pressing O hides Display messages the display message. Introduction You can hide low-priority display messages by Function of display messages pressing the ¤ button or with the left-hand The display messages appear on the multifunc‐...
Page 251 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 249 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the restraint system If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system com‐ ponents may be triggered unintentionally or might not be trig‐ gered at all in the event of an accident.
Page 252 250 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The on-board voltage is low or a malfunction has occurred in the system; the closing force may not be sufficient for the incline. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system mal‐ Parking Brake See Oper- function ator's Manual...
Page 253 If an emergency call is unavailable, a message to this effect will appear on the multifunction display of the instrument cluster. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. You can find more information on the regional availability of the emergency call system at: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ connect_ecall * EBD, ABS and ESP ®...
Page 254 252 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ing situation can increase. In addition, other driving safety sys‐ tems are switched off. Drive on carefully. Have the brake system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 255 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 253 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The steering capability and braking characteristics are thus severely impaired. The braking distance in an emergency brak‐ ing situation can increase. In addition, other driving safety sys‐ tems are switched off.
Page 256 254 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ð * You have exceeded the maximum permitted speed (only specific countries). Drive more slowly. Maximum Speed Excee- * Cruise control is malfunctioning. Cruise Control Inopera- Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 257 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 255 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Currently Unavailable Blind Spot Assist( → page 148) Radar Sensors Dirty Active Brake Assist ( page 139) → Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
Page 258 256 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Blind Spot Assist Cur- Continue driving. rently Unavailable See When the causes have been eliminated, the system will be avail‐ Operator's Manual able again. If the display message does not go out, stop in a safe location and re-start the engine.
Page 259 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 257 Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions æ * The fuel supplies have reached the reserve level. Refuel. Fuel Level Low ¸ * Vehicles with a diesel engine: The engine air filter is clogged and must be replaced.
Page 260 258 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Engine Oil Reduce Oil * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with excess engine Level Avoid long journeys with excess engine oil. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately and have the engine oil suctioned off.
Page 261 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 259 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions 12 V Battery See Opera- Let the engine run for a few minutes or drive an extended dis‐ tor's Manual tance. The battery is charged. * The battery is no longer being charged. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Page 262 260 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * NOTE Engine damage due to insufficient coolant Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant. Top up coolant ( page 178). → * Not all conditions have been met for regeneration of the diesel parti‐ Regeneration not possi- cle filter .
Page 263 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 261 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions After the message appears for the first time, the engine can only be started another 10 times. The number of remaining engine starts (10 to 1) is shown in the message every time the engine is started. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
Page 264 262 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of an accident from driving with a flat tire Flat tires are dangerous in the following ways: The tires can overheat and cause a fire. The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired.
Page 265 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 263 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Don't Forget Your Key Â * Key detection is malfunctioning. Change the key's position in the vehicle. Start the vehicle with the key in the slot( page 104).
Page 266 264 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of accident if the engine hood is unlatched while driving An unlocked engine hood may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view. Never unlatch the engine hood while driving.
Page 267 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 265 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Stop in a safe location immediately. Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * You have attempted to start the engine in transmission position h Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start or k.
Page 268 266 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * While the vehicle is rolling or driving, the transmission was shifted N Permanently Active to position i. Risk of Rolling Away To stop, press the brake pedal and, when the vehicle is at a standstill, shift the transmission to position j.
Page 269: Indicator And Warning Lamps
Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 267 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions When the causes have been eliminated, the driving systems and driving safety systems are available again. If the display message does not go out: Stop in a safe location. Clean the windshield.
Page 270 268 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Warning and indicator lamps: USA: Electric parking brake applied (red) ( page 268) ( page 268) Low beam ( page 79) and ! → → → Parking light ( page 79) Canada: Electric parking brake →...
Page 271 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 269 Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp Vehicles with electric parking brake: the red and yellow electric parking brake indicator lamps light up. Meaning of the indicator lamps: The red electric parking brake indicator lamp lights up: the electric parking brake has been applied.
Page 272 270 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp Vehicles with electric parking brake: the red electric parking brake indicator lamp lights up. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp does not light up. Meaning of the indicator lamps: The red electric parking brake indicator lamp lights up: the electric parking brake has been applied.
Page 273 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 271 Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp Have the brake system checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Drive carefully at an adjusted speed and at a sufficient distance from the vehicle in front. If the multifunction display shows a display message, comply with it.
Page 274 272 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp The restraint system red warning lamp is on while the engine is on. The restraint system is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in Restraint system warning the restraint system lamp...
Page 275 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 273 Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp ® Have ESP checked immediately at a qualified specialist work‐ shop. Comply with instructions to switch ESP ® off ( page 138). → The ABS yellow warning lamp lights up while the engine is on. ABS is malfunctioning.
Page 276 274 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Driving systems Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp · The red distance warning lamp lights up while you are driving and a warning tone sounds. You are approaching an obstacle at too high a speed. Distance warning lamp Be ready to apply the brakes immediately.
Page 277 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps 275 Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp Stop in a safe location immediately and switch off the engine. Do not continue driving. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. If the coolant temperature display is at the lower end of the tempera‐ ture scale: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 278 276 Display messages and warning and indicator lamps Warning/indicator Possible causes/consequences and Solutions lamp & WARNING There is a risk of an accident if the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning If the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning, it is not able to issue a warning if there is pressure loss in one or more of the tires.
Page 279: Index 277
Index 277 Additives (engine oil) 1, 2, 3 ... see Additive 3-zone automatic climate control Additives (fuel) (control panel) ........95 see Fuel 12 V socket ADR (working speed control) see Socket (12 V) Adjusting .......... 152 115 V socket Function ...........
Page 280 278 Index ASR (acceleration skid control) ..138 Disconnecting the auxiliary battery in the engine compartment ....196 Assistance graphic (on-board com‐ Disconnecting the starter battery ..194 puter) ............. 162 Jump-starting (vehicle) ...... 191 ASSYST PLUS ......... 174 Key ............. 42 Battery disconnection periods ..
Page 281 Index 279 Changing a wheel Changing a wheel ......222 Tow starting ........200 Lowering the vehicle ......226 Towing away ........197 Preparing .......... 222 Transporting the vehicle ....199 Raising the vehicle ......223 Removing a wheel ......225 Breakdown see Flat tire Changing address ........
Page 282 280 Index automatically controlling (rear Buttons ..........142 passenger compartment) ....97 Calling up a speed ......142 Auxiliary heating ......... 99 Deactivating ........142 Cargo compartment ventilation ..102 Function ..........141 Clearing fogged up windows ....97 Requirements ........142 Control panel for 3-zone automatic Selecting ..........
Page 283 Index 281 Display (care) ........186 ¯ Additive System Fault Starts Display (on-board computer) ....161 until Emerg. Op.: XXX See Opera‐ Display message ........248 tor's Manual ........260 Calling up (on-board computer) ..248 Air Conditioning Malfunction See Notes ..........
Page 284 282 Index Driver's Door Open & Transmission !Parking Brake See Operator's Not in P Risk of Vehicle Rolling Manual ..........250 Away ..........266 ÂPlace the Key in the Marked 5Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Space See Operator's Manual ..263 Measured .........
Page 285 Index 283 Driving Safety System Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative ..262 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..137 Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative ASR (acceleration skid control) ..138 No Wheel Sensors ......261 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....137 To Engage Transmiss. Position R EBD (electronic brake force distri‐...
Page 286 Electric parking brake ....... 136 Manual parking brake ....... 134 Activating/deactivating ....138 Function/notes ........ 138 Emergency call system Exhaust emission monitoring ..... 107 see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Emergency engine start ...... 200 Exterior lighting Care ..........184 Emergency operation mode Exterior lighting Starting the vehicle ......
Page 287 Index 285 Fuse box in the seat base of the driver's seat ........201 Fatigue detection Notes ..........200 see ATTENTION ASSIST First-aid kit (soft sided) ....... 188 Flat tire ..........190 Gasoline ..........234 Changing a wheel ......222 General operating permit number Notes ..........
Page 288 286 Index Implied warranty (vehicle) ..... 24 Problem ..........43 Radio connection ........ 41 Imprint ..........0 Unlocking setting ....... 42 Indicator ..........80 Activating/deactivating ...... 80 Changing bulbs (front) ......84 Labeling (tires) Changing bulbs (rear) (Cargo Van see Tire labeling and Passenger Van) ......
Page 289 Low beam Roadside Assistance button ..... 165 Activating/deactivating ...... 79 Transferred data ....... 166 Changing bulbs ........84 Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys‐ Setting for abroad (symmetrical) ..79 tem ............188 LOW range ..........119 Automatic emergency call ....189 Information ........
Page 290 288 Index Occupant safety Outside mirrors ........90 see Airbag folding in/out ........90 see Restraint system Setting ..........90 see Seat belt Setting options ........14 Odometer Overhead control panel see Display total distance (trip menu) Adjusting the interior lighting ..... 81 Overview ..........
Page 291 Index 289 Rear Reduced protection ......28 Motion detector ........83 Self-test ..........28 Warning lamp ........28 Rear bench seat see Seats Restricting the shift range ....117 Rear Cross Traffic Alert ....... 150 Reversing light Changing bulbs ........87 Rear fog light ..........
Page 292 290 Index Operating the memory function ..64 Socket (115 V) ......... 76 Setting options ........14 Lower control panel ......76 Turning (front seat) ......65 Spare wheel With Seat Comfort Package ....61 Installing/removing ......228 Without Seat Comfort Package ..59 Notes ..........
Page 293 Index 291 Switching air-recirculation mode Tire pressure on/off ............98 Checking (tire pressure monitoring system) ..........211 Switching on ignition (start/stop Maximum .......... 217 button) ..........103 Notes ..........206 Switching seat heating on/off ....70 Restarting the tire pressure moni‐ Switching synchronization function tor .............
Page 294 292 Index Summer tires ........204 Gross axle weight rating ....232 Temperature grade ......215 Information ........155 Tire and Loading Information plac‐ Lane Keeping Assist ......150 ard ............ 212 Notes ..........153 Tire pressure (notes) ......206 Permissible trailer loads and trailer Tire pressure monitoring system drawbar noseweights .......
Page 295 Index 293 USB socket in the rear passenger Permissible gross mass ....232 compartment .......... 77 VIN ........... 232 Vehicle identification plate Using a sun visor ........92 see Model series Using kickdown ........117 Vehicle key see Key Vehicle level Vehicle ...........
Page 296 294 Index Washer fluid !Electric parking brake mal‐ see Windshield washer fluid (notes) functioning yellow indicator lamp Washing by hand (care) ....... 183 lights up ........268, 269 Wheel rotation ........221 #Electrical malfunction warn‐ Wheel wrench ........222 ing lamp ........... 275 Wheels ;Engine diagnosis warning Care ..........
Page 297 Index 295 Windshield see Windshield Windshield washer fluid Information ........241 Windshield washer fluid (notes) ..241 Windshield wipers Replacing the wiper blades ....89 Replacing the wiper blades (WET WIPER SYSTEM) ........89 Switching on/off ........ 88 Winter driving (snow chains) ....205 Winter tires ...........

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