Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupe 2020
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Here you can find comprehen‐ You can find the Operator's Man‐ The Mercedes-Benz Guides App tents of the Operator's Manual sive information about operating ual on the Mercedes-Benz home‐ is available free-of-charge in directly via the vehicle's multi‐ your vehicle and about services page.
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Technical features Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Operator's The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐ Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐ your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer trations.
Protecting the environment ......21 cle ..............49 and connection with the exterior antenna ... 117 Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts ...... 21 Notes on pets in the vehicle ......60 Installing and removing the floor mats ..119 Operator's Manual ........22 Service and vehicle operation ......
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Contents Windshield wiper and windshield washer Fit & Healthy ..........275 Instrument Display and on-board system ............126 Navigation ..........277 computer ..........226 Mirrors ............128 Telephone ........... 302 Instrument Display overview ...... 226 Operating the sun visors ......131 Online and Internet functions .....
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Contents Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and Index ............500 tires ............393 Notes on snow chains ........ 394 Tire pressure ..........395 Loading the vehicle ........401 Tire labeling ..........406 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..411 Changing a wheel ........
Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐ Observe notes on material damage. lowing symbols: Useful instructions or further information & DANGER Danger due to not observing that could be helpful to you. the warning notices Instruction Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ (Q page) Further information on a topic ards that may endanger your health or life, or Display...
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At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel gearshift paddles DYNAMIC SELECT switch → → Combination switch ECO start/stop function → → Instrument Display Control panel for the multimedia system → → DIRECT SELECT lever Adjusts the steering wheel →...
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At a glance – Cockpit → Head-up Display → Rear-window roller sunblind → Seat belt extender...
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps Instrument Display...
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At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps → Speedometer $ USA only → ä Suspension malfunction J Canada only → → #! Turn signal lights ü Seat belt not fastened → Multifunction display Fuel level indicator → → Tachometer 8 Fuel reserve with fuel filler cap location indicator →...
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At a glance – Overhead control panel → → Sun visors ; me button → → p Switches the left-hand reading lamp Eyeglasses compartment on/off → 3 Opens/closes the panorama roof with → | Switches automatic light control on/off power tilt/sliding panel →...
At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment...
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At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment → → Adjusts the seats electrically Opens/closes the trunk lid → → Switches the seat heating on/off W Opens/closes the right side window → → Switches the seat ventilation on/off W Opens/closes the rear right side win‐...
At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment...
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At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment → → Stowage compartment in the center console Stowage box in the seat backrest → → 12 V socket Refrigerator box → → Cup holder Switches the rear seat heating on/off →...
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At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → → QR code for accessing the rescue card Hazard warning lights → → Safety vests Fuel filler flap with instruction labels for tire pressure, fuel type and QR code for accessing → me button and SOS button the rescue card →...
Some sections of the Digital Operator's Manual, bookmarks you have stored yourself. such as warnings, can be made visible by high‐ lighting and pressing them. The Operator's Manual can also be found in the Mercedes-Benz Guides app in all com‐ mon app stores.
Mercedes-Benz AG offers recycled recondi‐ Change gear in good time and use each Operating conditions: tioned components and parts with the same gear only up to Ô of its maximum quality as new parts.
Genuine Parts are available for Mercedes-Benz cle. models. Do not carry out repairs or welding. Should you have any questions concerning All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain equipment and operation, please consult an a supply of Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts for authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Roadside Assistance sary. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro‐ If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all litera‐ Europe through our European Delivery Program.
General notes Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number Operating safety As a result, they may no longer function as 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Cus‐ intended and/or endanger the operating tomer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐ safety of the vehicle.
General notes received, including interference that may cause Remove trapped plants or other flam‐ If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam‐ undesired operation. Changes or modifications mable material. mable materials such as leaves, grass or not expressly approved by the party responsible twigs can collect between the underbody and If there is damage, consult a qualified for compliance could void the user's authority to...
If you connect equipment to a diagnostics An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐ connection in the vehicle, it may affect the fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary Do not use loose floor mats and do not operation of vehicle systems.
For this reason, the following can occur in isola‐ faction, please discuss the problem again with service center. ted cases, depending on the aids used: an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec‐ essary, contact us at one of the following Aids malfunctioning addresses:...
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Damage to the vehicle can arise from viola‐ Data storage (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz tion of these operating instructions. USA, LLC. Electronic control units This damage is not covered either by the If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may Electronic control units are installed in your vehi‐...
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General notes In general, this information documents the state data is temporary and is only processed in the Depending on the selected equipment, you can of a component part, a module, a system or the vehicle itself. Only a small portion of the data is import data into vehicle convenience and info‐...
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General notes Depending on the equipment, this includes, for further data processing occurs is determined by sonal data may be used for the provision of example: the provider of the specific app used. Which set‐ online services. Data is exchanged via a secure tings you can make, if any, depends on the spe‐...
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EDR is commercially available, For additional information please refer to the the accelerator and/or brake pedal and Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly chapter "Multimedia system" and/or the How fast the vehicle was traveling disclaims any and all liability arising from the Mercedes me connect Terms and Conditions.
® BabySmart™, ESP and PRE-SAFE are reg‐ conflict with federal regulation are pre-empted. istered trademarks of Mercedes-Benz AG. This means that in the event of such conflict, the HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of federal regulation governs. As of December Johnson Controls.
Emergency Tension‐ authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. ing Devices and/or airbags supplement the pro‐ USA only: for details, contact our Customer tection offered by a correctly worn seat belt.
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Occupant safety Restraint system functionality the components of the restraint system must gered unintentionally or may not deploy as take place in good time at the start of the colli‐ intended during an accident. This may affect When the ignition is switched on, a self-test is sion.
National guidelines regarding Driver's airbag, front Frontal impact waste disposal must be observed. In California, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the passenger airbag see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Perchlorate/index.cfm. after an accident. Take this into account, partic‐...
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Occupant safety The seat belt must be routed across the cen‐ securing objects, luggage or loads & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to ter of the shoulder and as low down across page 106). incorrectly fastened seat belt the hips as possible.
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Occupant safety Limitations of the protection provided by the & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to & WARNING Risk of injury or death when seat belt an extended seat belt extender while the additional restraint systems are not used vehicle is in motion for persons with a smaller build &...
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Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices may workshop. be deployed unintentionally or not function as intended. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Never modify the seat belts, Emergency vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Tensioning Devices, seat belt ancho‐ after an accident.
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Occupant safety The seat belt tongue is not engaged in the seat belt buckle within 60 seconds If you press seat belt extender button again in this case, the seat belt extender will extend again. The respective door is opened You fold the seat backrest forwards Nobody is sitting in the front passenger seat If you press seat belt extender button...
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Occupant safety Activating/deactivating seat belt adjustment Only one person should use each seat * NOTE Deployment of the Emergency via the multimedia system belt at any one time. Tensioning Device and side air bag when the front passenger seat is unoccupied Multimedia system: Vehicle î...
Occupant safety In the following cases, the seat belt warning Front passenger front airbag & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injuries lights up during a journey if: Front passenger knee airbag if the front-passenger airbag is enabled The vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph Window curtain airbag If the front-passenger front airbag is enabled, (25 km/h) and the driver's or front...
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Occupant safety the front passenger front airbag is correct Protection by the airbags Always make sure that there are no page 46). objects between the airbag and vehicle Depending on the accident situation, an airbag occupant. may supplement the protection offered by a cor‐ * NOTE Important points to remember if rectly fastened seat belt.
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You should only use seat covers that Limited protection provided by airbags have been approved for the correspond‐ bag. ing seats by Mercedes-Benz. There are no objects between the seat, door & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifi‐ and door pillar (B-pillar).
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Occupant safety Status of the front passenger front airbag The backrest of the forward-facing child Consequently, the airbags cannot protect restraint system must, as far as possible, be vehicle occupants as they are designed to Function of the automatic front passenger resting on the seat backrest of the front airbag shutoff passenger seat.
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Occupant safety The front passenger sits in such a way that The entire base of the child restraint The front passenger seat has been moved their weight is raised from the sitting sur‐ system must always rest on the sitting as far back as possible.
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Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indica‐ The status of the front passenger front airbag is Status display tor lamps displayed after the self-test: If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the sta‐ PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for tus of the front passenger front airbag is correct 60 seconds, subsequently both indicator...
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Occupant safety NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint the seat belt outlet. If necessary, adjust & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to system on a seat protected by an ENABLED the front passenger seat accordingly. incorrect positioning of the forward- FRONT AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERI‐...
Occupant safety should not use the front passenger seat. dent. In this case, the front passenger air bag ® PRE-SAFE system Instead, they should use a rear seat. cannot perform its intended protective func‐ ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant protec‐ If the front passenger seat is occupied by a tion, e.g.
Occupant safety brief noise signal to stimulate the innate pro‐ ® The system will not initiate any braking applica‐ Function of PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory tective mechanism of a person's hearing. tion in the following situations: occupant protection plus) whilst driving ®...
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Mercedes-Benz recommends using a child Always secure the child in a child restraint booster seat with a backrest. Securing systems for child restraint systems system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ in the vehicle The child restraint system must be appropriate cle.
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Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child & WARNING Risk of injury or death from booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide. If the child restraint system is incorrectly...
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Occupant safety instructions as well as the vehicle-specific Do not modify the child restraint system The child cannot be restrained in the event of information: an accident, heavy braking or a sudden & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifi‐ Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child change of direction.
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Occupant safety Protect it with a blanket, for example. In addition, the children could also set the Never leave animals in the vehicle unat‐ vehicle in motion, for example by: tended. If the child restraint system has been exposed to direct sunlight, allow it to Releasing the parking brake.
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Occupant safety Overview of suitable seats in the vehicle for installing a child restraint system Securing systems for child restraint systems Vehicle seat Left/right rear seat Preferred securing system: Alternative securing system: ® LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing sys‐ Vehicle seat belt ¯...
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Occupant safety Activating/deactivating the seat belt's spe‐ The seat belts on the following seats are equip‐ Hold the seat belt tongue and guide back to cial seatbelt retractor ped with a special seatbelt retractor: the seat belt outlet. Front passenger seat &...
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Occupant safety When installing a child restraint system, observe ble, lie flat against the backrest of the vehi‐ restrained in the event of an accident, for the following: cle seat. example. O Always observe the correct use of the seats O For certain child restraint systems in weight If the child and the child restraint sys‐...
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Occupant safety Attach the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system to both mounting brackets in the vehicle. Securing a Top Tether ¯ If the child restraint system is equipped with a Top Tether belt: The risk of injury can be reduced by a Top Tether.
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Occupant safety not interfere with the correct routing of Top on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to Tether belt 4. possible contact with the roof. O The child restraint system must not be put under strain between the roof and the seat Securing the child restraint system with the cushion and/or be installed facing the seat belt...
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Occupant safety Install the child restraint system. bled. The front passenger airbag may deploy The child could be struck by the airbag. The entire base of the child restraint system during an accident. Always ensure that the front passenger air‐ must always rest on the sitting surface of the bag is deactivated.
Occupant safety on the maximum size setting, e.g. due to Adjust the seat cushion inclination so that Notes on pets in the vehicle possible contact with the roof. the front edge of the seat cushion is in the highest position and the rear edge of the &...
Opening and closing SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Overview of SmartKey functions Keep the vehicle key out of reach of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury children. due to children left unattended in the vehicle * NOTE Damage to the key caused by magnetic fields...
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Opening and closing Fuel filler flap To switch between settings: press the Ü and ß buttons simultaneously for Trunk lid approximately six seconds until the indicator If the vehicle is not opened within approximately lamp flashes twice. 40 seconds after unlocking, it locks again. Anti- Options if the unlocking function for the driver's theft protection is activated again.
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You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. dren. Emergency key is pushed out slightly. If batteries are swallowed, seek medical Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Pull out emergency key until it engages in battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐ attention immediately.
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Opening and closing Remove the emergency key ( page 63). Re-attach cover and push it until it engages. Press release knob down fully and slide cover in the direction of the arrow. Fold out cover in the direction of the arrow and remove.
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Opening and closing Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes: You can no longer lock or unlock the The SmartKey battery is weak or discharged. vehicle. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. The SmartKey is faulty. Check the battery using the indicator lamp and replace if necessary ( page 63).
Opening and closing Locking/unlocking the vehicle centrally from Doors the inside Unlocking and opening doors from the inside Press down locking knob on the driver's door from the front passenger seat. Exit the vehicle and press down the locking Pull door handle 2. knob on the front passenger door.
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Opening and closing The vehicle is not unlocked: If you open the trunk lid from outside, the trunk lid is automatically unlocked. If you have locked the vehicle using the SmartKey. If you have locked the vehicle using KEY‐ LESS-GO. Locking/unlocking the vehicle with KEY‐...
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Opening and closing Problems with KEYLESS-GO Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes: You can no longer lock or unlock the The SmartKey functions have been deactivated ( page 62). vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. The SmartKey battery is weak or discharged. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source.
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Opening and closing The vehicle is being tested on a dynamome‐ Unlocking the driver's door with the emer‐ gency key ter. Power closing function If you push the door into the lock to the first detent position, the power closing function will automatically pull the door into the lock.
Opening and closing Release the door handle. With the trunk lid unlocked, press the top of Trunk the Mercedes star. Opening the trunk lid To open, pull on the folded-out Mercedes & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning star when the rear view camera is activated. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Make Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust a kicking movement with your foot below the...
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Opening and closing Press and hold the p button on the There is a risk of injury, particularly in the Use one of the following options to stop SmartKey. event of sudden braking or a sudden change the closing process: For a trunk lid stopped in an intermediate in direction.
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Opening and closing (with the SmartKey in the vicinity of the vehi‐ cle). Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS With the trunk lid completely opened, make a kicking movement with your foot below the bumper ( page 73). Trunk lid automatic reversing function If an object obstructs the trunk lid during the automatic closing process, the trunk lid will open again automatically.
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Opening and closing HANDS-FREE ACCESS function A warning tone sounds while the trunk lid is In these situations in particular, the reversing opening or closing. function cannot prevent someone being trap‐ ped. & WARNING Risk of burns caused by a hot When closing, make sure that no body exhaust system parts are in the closing area.
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Opening and closing When making the kicking movement, make sure The trunk lid could be opened or closed uninten‐ that your feet are firmly on the ground, other‐ tionally, in the following situations: wise you could lose your balance, e.g. on ice. If a person's arms or legs are moving in the Observe the following notes: sensor detection range, e.g.
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Opening and closing Unlocking the trunk from inside with the Unlocking the trunk lid using the emergency emergency release Requirements: Take the emergency key out of the SmartKey page 63). The 12 V vehicle battery is connected and charged. To switch on: slide the switch to position To switch off: slide the switch to position If an accident has been detected, the trunk Press the top of Mercedes star 1.
Opening and closing With the handle pointing upwards, insert the Side windows If someone is trapped, release the but‐ emergency key into the trunk lock as far as it ton immediately or press the button in Opening and closing the side windows will go.
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Opening and closing To interrupt automatic operation: press or & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped pull the W button again. despite there being reversing protection Automatic operation for closing is available on the side window only for the front side windows. The reversing function does not react: When the vehicle is switched off, the side win‐...
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Opening and closing Convenience opening (ventilating the vehicle If the roller sunblinds of the panoramic slid‐ Press and hold the ß button on the before starting a journey) ing sunroof are closed, the roller sunblinds SmartKey. are opened first. The following functions are performed: &...
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Opening and closing Parts of the body could become trapped in Make sure that no parts of the body are To stop the closing process, release the the closing area in the process. in the closing area. button or press the button again to re- open the side window.
Opening and closing Panoramic roof Release the button immediately if & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if somebody becomes trapped. the sliding sunroof is operated by chil‐ Opening/closing the sliding sunroof dren & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped Children operating the sliding sunroof could Press the button in any direction during while opening and closing the sliding get caught in the moving parts, particularly if...
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Opening and closing Requirements: To interrupt automatic operation: press/ pull the 3 button again. The sliding sunroof can be operated only when the roller sunblind is open Restriction: automatic operation for raising is The roller sunblind can be operated only available only when the sliding sunroof is closed when the sliding sunroof is closed or raised.
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Opening and closing To open or close: press button 1. To open/close manually: push or pull but‐ during resetting to the point of resistance and hold it To stop: press button again. when the sliding sunroof is closed again until the roller sunblind has reached the manually immediately after automatic You must first open or close the rear roller sun‐...
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Opening and closing When closing the roller sunblind, make sure Automatic functions of the sliding sunroof Make sure that nobody reaches into the that no body parts are in the range of move‐ sweep of the sliding sunroof whilst the The term "sliding sunroof"...
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Opening and closing Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL To change the degree of transparency: If you touch these components, you could press button 1. get an electric shock. When you switch off the power supply, the Never remove the roof lining behind the panoramic roof will darken automatically.
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Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could become trapped in the closing area in the process. Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. Release the button immediately if somebody becomes trapped.
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Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Use automatic operation to fully open and then close the sliding sunroof. The rear roller sunblind does not move smoothly. Pull and hold button down repeatedly until the rear roller sunblind is fully closed. Pull button for another second.
Opening and closing Operating the panoramic roof's roller sun‐ Roller sun blinds blind Extending or retracting the rear-window roller sunblind & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when opening and closing the roller sun‐ & WARNING Risk of entrapment when blinds extending or retracting the roller sun Body parts can become trapped between the blind...
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Opening and closing Opening and closing the roller sunblind stop automatic operation by pushing or pulling Automatic reversing function of the roller sunblind the button again. If there is an object obstructing the roller sun‐ blind during the closing process, the roller sun‐ blind will open again automatically.
Pull and hold the 3 button for another (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the second. system is not operational. Contact an Check whether the roller sunblind can be authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call completely opened again. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
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Opening and closing ATA (anti-theft alarm system) After pressing the start/stop button with the SmartKey in the stowage compartment Function of the ATA system page 141) If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible When the Mercedes‑Benz emergency call alarm is triggered in the following situations: system is active and the alarm stays on for When a door is opened...
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Opening and closing Function of the tow-away alarm After unlocking the vehicle using KEYLESS- When the interior motion sensor is armed, a vis‐ ual and audible alarm is triggered if movement is This function may not be available in all detected in the vehicle interior.
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Opening and closing The following situations can lead to a false alarm: Moving objects such as mascots in the vehi‐ cle interior When the side window is open Activating/deactivating the interior motion sensor Multimedia system: Vehicle î Vehicle Settings Interior Motion Sensor Activate O or deactivate ª...
Seats and stowing Your legs are not fully extended and you can Notes on the correct driver's seat position depress the pedals properly & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting The back of your head is supported at eye the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in level by the center of the head restraint motion You can hold the steering wheel with your...
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Seats and stowing When leaving the vehicle, always take Children in particular could accidentally & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting the SmartKey with you and lock the press the electrical seat adjustment buttons the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in vehicle.
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Seats and stowing Do not interchange the head restraints of the * NOTE Damage to the seats when moving front and rear seats. Otherwise, you will not be the seats back able to adjust the height and angle of the head The seats may be damaged by objects when restraints correctly.
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Seats and stowing Save the settings using the memory function To select the front passenger seat: press page 105). button 1. When the indicator lamp lights up, the front The head restraint height will be adjusted passenger seat is selected. automatically when you adjust the seat height or the seat fore-and-aft position.
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Seats and stowing able to adjust the height and angle of the head Before starting the engine: adjust the restraints correctly. driver's seat, the head restraint, the steering wheel or the mirror and fasten Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so your seat belt.
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Seats and stowing Adjusting the rear seat head restraints The ignition is switched on. Memory function Save the seat adjustments with the memory Multimedia system: function ( page 105). Vehicle a Seats Select Driver's Seat Passenger Seat. Setting automatic adjustment of the lateral Adjusting the backrest side bolsters support (active multicontour seat) Select...
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Seats and stowing Activating Massage Resetting the seat and massage settings Classic Massage Multimedia system: Mobilizing Massage Vehicle a Seats Reset Active Workout Select or No. Act. Workout Back program requires your Only the currently selected seat is reset. active cooperation. Alternating between tensing and releasing helps to improve blood flow to Folding the front seat backrest forwards/ your muscles.
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100 Seats and stowing instrument cluster. A warning tone will also Do not repeatedly switch on the seat sound. heating. The seat will move to the saved position. To protect against overheating, the seat heating If the set seat position can no longer be reached, e.g.
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Seats and stowing 101 To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ Setting the panel heating repeatedly until the desired heating Requirements: level is set. The seat heating is switched on If all indicator lamps are off, the seat heating page 100). is switched off.
102 Seats and stowing To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ Before starting the engine: adjust the repeatedly until the desired ventila‐ driver's seat, the head restraint, the tion level is set. steering wheel or the mirror and fasten If all indicator lamps are off, the seat ventila‐ your seat belt.
Seats and stowing 103 The power supply or the ignition is switched Easy entry and exit feature Using the easy entry and exit feature & WARNING Risk of accident when driving off while adjusting the easy exit feature ‑ If you drive off while the easy entry and exit feature is making adjustments, you could lose control of the vehicle.
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104 Seats and stowing The last drive position will be stored when: When leaving the vehicle, always take If there is a risk of becoming trapped by the the SmartKey with you and lock the You switch the ignition off. steering wheel: vehicle.
Seats and stowing 105 The following settings can be stored for the front Operating the memory function If somebody becomes trapped, immedi‐ seats: ately release the memory function posi‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident if the tion button. Seat, backrest, head restraint position and memory function is used while driving The adjustment process is stopped.
106 Seats and stowing Depending on the model, only preset posi‐ gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tion buttons 1 and 2 are available. trunk lid is open when the engine is running, To call up: press and hold the relevant pre‐ especially if the vehicle is in motion.
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Seats and stowing 107 Observe the notes on the cup holders. The load must not protrude above the upper & WARNING Risk of injury due to objects edge of the seat backrests. being stowed incorrectly & WARNING Risk of burns from the tail‐ Always place the load behind unoccupied If you do not adequately stow objects in the pipe and tailpipe trims...
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108 Seats and stowing Locking/unlocking the glove box There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar situations.
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Seats and stowing 109 Opening the eyeglasses compartment Fold down the rear armrest. Opening the stowage box in the backrest in the rear compartment Press release catch and swing the cover of the armrest upwards. * NOTE Damage to the rear armrest due to Opening the stowage compartment in the body weight rear-compartment center console...
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110 Seats and stowing Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load. These are intended only as anti-slip pro‐ tection for light loads. Do not route tie downs across sharp edges or corners. Pad sharp edges for protection. There are up to four parcel net hooks in the trunk depending on the equipment installed.
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Seats and stowing 111 Opening the through-loading feature in the rear passenger compartment * NOTE Damage to the soft top caused by loading The soft top can be damaged if the through- loading feature is loaded in the rear passenger compartment and the trunk sepa‐ rator has not been lowered.
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112 Seats and stowing Opening the stowage space under the trunk floor Fold out hook on the underside of the Clip hook onto drip rail 4. trunk floor. Pull trunk floor upwards using handle until it rests against the trunk partition.
Seats and stowing 113 Opening the cup holder in the rear armrest Cup holder Installing the cup holder in or removing it * NOTE Damage to the cup holder from the center console When the rear armrest is folded back the cup &...
114 Seats and stowing Using the cigarette lighter in the front center Ashtray and cigarette lighter console Using the ashtray in the front center console & WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from hot cigarette lighter You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the ciga‐...
Seats and stowing 115 Refrigerator box Using the refrigerator box & WARNING Risk of fire due to a covered vent grille on the refrigerator box If you cover the vent grille for the refrigerator box, it may overheat. Always make sure that the vent grille is not covered.
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116 Seats and stowing The refrigerator box will reduce its cooling capa‐ city or switch off in the following cases: too many electrical consumers are turned on the starter battery is not sufficiently charged If this is the case, the indicator lamps will flash on the button for switching the refrigerator box on and off.
Seats and stowing 117 Removing or installing the refrigerator box Installing There is a risk of injury, particularly in the Swing flap to the side until it is locked in event of sudden braking or a sudden change Removing place by the magnet. in direction.
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Small mobile phones may not be able to be age compartment http://www.mercedes-benz.com/connect charged in every position of the mobile If objects are placed in the mobile phone phone stowage compartment. stowage compartment, they may be dam‐...
Seats and stowing 119 Place the mobile phone as close to the cen‐ Always install the floor mats securely ter of mat as possible with the display and as prescribed in order to ensure facing upwards. that there is always sufficient room for When the charging symbol is shown in the the pedals.
120 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on/off Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T parking lamps indicator lamp is deactivated and replaced The various lighting systems of the vehicle are by the L low beam indicator lamp.
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Light and visibility 121 Observe the notes on surround lighting Press the R button. Operating the combination switch for the lights page 124). Please observe the country-specific laws on the Automatic driving lights function use of rear fog lamps. The parking lamps, low beam and daytime run‐ ning lamps will be switched on automatically depending on the ignition status and the ambi‐...
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122 Light and visibility High beam To indicate permanently: push the combi‐ Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights nation switch beyond the point of resistance To switch on: turn the light switch to the in the direction of arrow or 4. L or Ã...
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Light and visibility 123 Cornering light at speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and In these or similar situations, the automatic 45 mph (70 km/h) when the steering wheel high beam is not deactivated or is activated Cornering light function is turned despite the presence of other road users.
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124 Light and visibility The high beam switches off automatically in the Switching the daytime running lamps on/off following cases: Multimedia system: At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h). Vehicle ÷ Light Settings If other road users are detected. Daytime Run. Lights If street lighting is sufficient.
Light and visibility 125 vehicle is unlocked. When you start the vehicle, u Switches the rear interior heating Activating multi-colored lighting the surround lighting is deactivated and the on/off Select Multi-color. automatic driving lights are activated. p Switches the front right-hand read‐ Activate O or deactivate ª...
126 Light and visibility Activate O or deactivate ª the function. ° Continuous wiping, slow Windshield wiper and windshield washer When the vehicle is unlocked, a special inte‐ system ¯ Continuous wiping, fast rior lighting sequence will run. Switching the windshield wipers on/off Turn the combination switch to the corre‐...
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Light and visibility 127 Moving the wiper arms to the replacement Removing the wiper blades To remove the wiper blade: press release position button 2, pull the wiper blade in the direc‐ tion of arrow and remove. If the ignition has been switched off, switch it on first of all.
128 Light and visibility Push the wiper blade beyond the point of Mirrors & WARNING Risk of accident due to mis‐ resistance in the direction of arrow judgment of distances when using the Operating the outside mirrors the wiper arm. passenger mirror The wiper blade will engage with a noticeable &...
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Light and visibility 129 Folding the outside mirrors in/out Adjusting the outside mirrors If you come into contact with electro‐ Select the required mirror using button lyte, observe the following: Immediately rinse the electrolyte from your skin with water and seek Use button to set the position of the mir‐...
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130 Light and visibility System limits You are traveling at a speed greater than Select the front-passenger outside mirror 9 mph (15 km/h). using button 2. The system will not go into anti-glare mode if: You press the button for the outside mirror Engage reverse gear.
Light and visibility 131 Operating the sun visors Area permeable to radio waves on the windshield Using the single sun visor Vehicles with an extendable sun visor: slide sun visor horizontally as required. Radio-controlled equipment, such as toll sys‐ Glare from the front: fold sun visor tems, can be mounted only on areas of the down.
132 Light and visibility Infrared-reflective windshield function The infrared-reflective windshield is coated and reduces the build-up of heat in the vehicle inte‐ rior. The coating shields the vehicle interior from radio waves.
Activating/deactivating climate control filters recommended and approved by left( page 134) Mercedes-Benz. Always have service work car‐ To switch on: set the airflow to level 1 or w Sets the temperature, left ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. higher using the H button.
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134 Climate control Switching the A/C function on or off via the Setting climate control to automatic Adjusting the climate mode settings control panel Multimedia system: In automatic mode, the set temperature is regu‐ Vehicle b Climate Control The A/C function heats, cools and dehumidifies lated by the temperature of the dispensed air Climate Mode the vehicle's interior air.
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Climate control 135 Setting the air distribution Set the airflow. If the windows continue to fog up: press the ¬ button. Multimedia system: Setting the temperature Windows fogged up on the outside Vehicle b Climate Control Select Temperature. Air Distribution Switch on the windshield wipers.
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136 Climate control ing the front compartment of the vehicle for Multimedia system: If liquid perfume comes into contact approximately 30 minutes. Vehicle b Climate Control with your eyes or skin, rinse your eyes To switch on: press the Á button. with clean water.
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Always keep the vents and the ventilation grille in the vehicle interior free. To remove: pull out the flacon. Keep the air inlet free of deposits If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior page 361). perfumes, observe the manufacturers' safety notices on the perfume packaging.
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138 Climate control Adjusting the rear air vents Opening or closing the air vent in the glove * NOTE Damage to temperature-sensitive objects in the glove box Temperature-sensitive objects stored in the glove box may be damaged by the air vent located inside it.
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Climate control 139 Air vent controller Air vent To open or close: turn controller to the left or right.
140 Driving and parking Driving Get out and be struck by oncoming traf‐ fic. Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles Operate vehicle equipment and become Observe the notes on the following topics in the trapped, for example. Supplement, as you may otherwise fail to recog‐ nize dangers: In addition, the children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by:...
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Driving and parking 141 To switch on the ignition: press button If the vehicle does not start: switch off non- Never leave the engine or, if present, twice. essential consumers and press button the auxiliary heating running in an The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster once.
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142 Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal and start the vehi‐ You can also set the temperature with your cle using the start/stop button. smartphone. Information on Mercedes me connect and other services: https:// You can also switch on the power supply or www.mercedes.me the ignition with the start/stop button.
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Driving and parking 143 Starting the vehicle (Remote Online) Start the vehicle using the smartphone. To preserve the engine during the first After every vehicle start, the engine runs for 1,000 miles (1,500 km): & WARNING Risk of crushing or entrap‐ ten minutes.
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144 Driving and parking Please also observe the following breaking-in Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa‐ * NOTE Increased wear due to optimized notes: ® tion on ESP page 169). acceleration In certain driving and driving safety systems, When pulling away with optimized accelera‐...
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Driving and parking 145 After no more than five seconds, take your This jeopardizes the operating and road & WARNING Risk of accident when switch‐ left foot quickly off the brake, but keep the safety of the vehicle. ing off the ignition when driving accelerator pedal depressed.
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146 Driving and parking Open a window on the side of the vehi‐ & WARNING Risk of skidding and of an & WARNING Risk of accident due to the cle facing away from the wind to ensure accident due to shifting down on slippery brake system overheating an adequate supply of fresh air.
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Driving and parking 147 Therefore, observe the following notes: Avoid sudden steering movements * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and Due to salt build-up on the brake discs and Brake carefully engine when pulling away brakepads, the braking distance can increase Also observe the notes on regularly checking Do not warm up the engine while the considerably or result in braking only on one...
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148 Driving and parking the traffic conditions until braking power has In transmission position k, the engine is Neither the è nor ç symbol appears been fully restored. not switched off automatically even when when the vehicle is at a standstill: an intelli‐ the HOLD function is switched on.
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Driving and parking 149 ECO display function The inner segment will light up and the outer segment will fill up when the following driving The ECO display summarizes your driving char‐ style is adopted: acteristics from the start of the journey to its Moderate acceleration completion and assists you in achieving the most economical driving style.
150 Driving and parking Start. The range displayed does not indicate a The drive program selected appears in the Selecting the drive program fixed reduction in consumption. multifunction display of the on-board com‐ puter. Depending on the drive program, the following DYNAMIC SELECT switch systems change their characteristics: Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT switch...
Driving and parking 151 Configuring drive program I Displaying engine data Automatic transmission Multimedia system: Multimedia system: DIRECT SELECT lever Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever Individual Select Engine Data. & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐ Select the individual setting.
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152 Driving and parking Neutral Keep the vehicle key out of reach of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury children. Drive position due to children left unattended in the vehicle Engaging reverse gear R Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to shift the trans‐ If children are left unattended in the vehicle, Depress the brake pedal and push the mission position.
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Driving and parking 153 Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral Park position j is engaged automatically if one When the automatic transmission is in transmis‐ i when the vehicle is stationary. of the following conditions is met: sion position h, it shifts the gears automati‐ cally.
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154 Driving and parking To activate: pull steering wheel gearshift Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in paddle or 2. the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐ ognize dangers. Manual gearshifting is activated for a short time. Transmission position p and the cur‐ rent gear appear in the multifunction display.
Driving and parking 155 Using kickdown Glide mode is activated if the following condi‐ Function of 4MATIC tions are met: Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in 4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven Vehicles with MAGIC BODY CONTROL: the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐ when needed.
156 Driving and parking Refueling Before you open the fuel filler cap or If you or other people come into contact with take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the Refueling the vehicle fuel, observe the following: metallic vehicle body. Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with This discharges any electrostatic charge &...
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Driving and parking 157 Never refuel using any of the following fuels: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Diesel Have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely. Gasoline with more than 10% ethanol by volume, e.g. E15, E85, E100 * NOTE Damage to the fuel system caused Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by by overfilled fuel tanks volume, e.g.
158 Driving and parking Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and Parking & WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot remove it. exhaust system parts Parking the vehicle Insert the fuel filler cap from above into Flammable material such as leaves, grass or bracket 2.
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Driving and parking 159 Engage transmission position j in a station‐ Operate vehicle equipment and become ary vehicle with the brake pedal applied trapped, for example. page 153). In addition, the children could also set the Switch off the engine and the ignition by vehicle in motion, for example by: pressing button 1.
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160 Driving and parking The vehicle has been parked outside the Check if the transmitter frequency of the Never leave the engine or, if present, garage or outside the range of movement of remote control has the frequency range of the auxiliary heating running in an the door.
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Driving and parking 161 synchronization of the rolling code with Please also read the operating instructions the door system must also be carried out. for the door drive. If indicator lamp does not light up or flash Troubleshooting when programming the green: repeat the procedure.
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162 Driving and parking Hold remote control at the same angles Clearing the garage door opener memory at various distances in front of the inside rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐ tion for at least 25 seconds before trying another position.
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Driving and parking 163 Radio equipment approval numbers Radio equipment approval numbers Country Radio type approval number Country Radio type approval number Mexico RCPGEMU15-0448 Egypt TAC.2511151293.WIR Monaco Andorra New Zea‐ R-NZ Australia R-NZ land Barbados MED1578 Norway Chile 2488/DFRS20576/F-74 Russian Not required Federa‐...
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164 Driving and parking Electric parking brake Never leave children unattended in the Country Radio type approval number vehicle. Electric parking brake function (applying United ER41849/15 automatically) When leaving the vehicle, always take Arab Emi‐ Dealer No: DA35176/14 the key with you and lock the vehicle. rates &...
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Driving and parking 165 Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle Electric parking brake function (releasing When the electric parking brake is released, the automatically) stationary. red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The electric parking brake is released when the This is the case if one of the following conditions following conditions are fulfilled:...
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166 Driving and parking Push handle 1. Information on detecting damage on a parked vehicle is automatically deactivated parked vehicle The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐ to facilitate the next engine start. tor lamp appears in the instrument cluster. If a collision is detected when the tow-away System limits The electric parking brake is only securely...
Driving and parking 167 Standby mode (extension of the starter bat‐ If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby Activate O or deactivate ª the function. tery's period out of use) mode can be activated or deactivated using the When you activate the function, a prompt multimedia system: appears.
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168 Driving and parking Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the radar ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Active Emergency Stop Assist ( page 189) sensors are integrated behind the bumpers page 168) Active Parking Assist ( page 207) and/or behind the radiator grill. The ultrasonic Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 196)
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Driving and parking 169 conditions and can serve as a reminder to take BAS supports your emergency braking situation Have ESP ® checked at a qualified spe‐ extra care while driving. with additional brake force. cialist workshop. If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is System limits activated: ABS is active from speeds of approx.
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170 Driving and parking If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired ETS/4ETS can improve the vehicle's traction by Do not deactivate ESP ® ® intervening in the following ways: by the driver, ESP can stabilize the vehicle by Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as intervening in the following ways: The drive wheels are braked individually if is necessary when pulling away.
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Driving and parking 171 ® characteristics per drive program Drive program Characteristics ® mode C (Sport) ® This drive program continues to offer stability Sport but with a sporty setup which allows the enthu‐ siastic driver a more active driving style. Select drive program C in good road condi‐...
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172 Driving and parking and 125 mph (200 km/h) when driving The vehicle starts to skid Active Brake Assist can help you to minimize the straight ahead or cornering slightly. risk of a collision with vehicles or pedestrians or System limits to reduce the effects of such a collision.
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Driving and parking 173 Be prepared to brake or swerve if nec‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by essary. limited detection performance of Active Brake Assist If the system is unavailable, the æ display Active Brake Assist cannot always clearly appears in the multifunction display.
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174 Driving and parking The distance warning function can aid you in the following situations with an intermittent warning tone and a warning lamp: Vehicles traveling in Stationary vehicles Crossing vehicles Moving pedestrians Stationary pedes‐ front trians Vehicles without Driv‐ Up to approx.
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Driving and parking 175 Situation-dependent braking assistance may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations: Vehicles traveling in Stationary vehicles Crossing vehicles Moving pedestrians Stationary pedes‐ front trians Vehicles without Driv‐ Up to approx. 155 mph Up to approx.
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176 Driving and parking If pedestrians or vehicles move quickly into Drive at an appropriate speed if pedes‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident despite the sensor detection range. trians are close to the path of your vehi‐ Evasive Steering Assist cle.
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Driving and parking 177 Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package: medium setting is selected automatically and Cruise control is only an aid. The driver is The settings can be made when the ignition is Evasive Steering Assist is available. responsible for the distance to the vehicle in switched on.
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178 Driving and parking The segments between the stored speed and Operating cruise control the end of the segment display light up in & WARNING Risk of accident due to stored the speedometer. speed System limits If you call up the stored speed and this is Cruise control may be unable to maintain the lower than your current speed, the vehicle stored speed on uphill gradients.
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Driving and parking 179 Press rocker switch up (RES). played in the instrument cluster, you can choose Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC The last stored speed is called up and main‐ between the following options: Function of Active Distance Assist tained by the vehicle. To adopt the detected speed: press rocker DISTRONIC If the last stored speed has previously been...
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180 Driving and parking vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package, in rate roadways by Active Distance Assist If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as the range between 15 mph (20 km/h) and DISTRONIC, it can automatically follow the vehi‐ bicycles or motorcycles.
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Driving and parking 181 The transmission is in position h. Always carefully observe the traffic con‐ & WARNING Risk of accident if detection ditions and be ready to brake at all The driver's door is closed. function of Active Distance Assist times.
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182 Driving and parking Deactivating Active Distance Assist or press rocker switch up (RES). Remove Accepting the displayed speed restriction DISTRONIC: when Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐ your foot from the accelerator pedal. The current speed is stored and maintained by the vehicle.
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Driving and parking 183 Deactivating Active Distance Assist Function of Active Speed Limit Assist DISTRONIC Press rocker switch up (SET+) or down The following function is country-dependent (SET-) to the pressure point and hold. and only available in conjunction with the &...
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184 Driving and parking The driven speed is adjusted when the vehicle is System limits Function of route-based speed adaptation level with the traffic sign at the latest. In the Temporary speed restrictions (e.g. for a certain The following function is country-dependent case of signs indicating entry into an urban area, time or due to weather conditions) cannot be and only available in conjunction with the...
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Driving and parking 185 When the toll station is reached, Active Dis‐ Speed adjustment is canceled in the following If the driver does not follow the calcula‐ tance Assist DISTRONIC adopts the speed as cases: ted route the stored speed. If the turn signal indicator is switched off If map data is not up to date or available Also, the speed is reduced if the turn signal indi‐...
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186 Driving and parking Active Steering Assist switches to passive mode. The system provides If the system detects that the driver has not no support in this case. During the transition steered the vehicle for a considerable period of Function of Active Steering Assist from active to passive status, the à...
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Driving and parking 187 System limits The distance to the vehicle in front is too & WARNING Risk of accident if Active Active Steering Assist has a limited steering tor‐ small and the lane markings thus cannot be Steering Assist unexpectedly stops func‐ que for lateral guidance.
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188 Driving and parking Active Lane Change Assist supports the driver ® must be activated, but not intervening. when changing lanes by applying steering torque Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐ if the driver operates a turn signal indicator. ted. Assistance when changing lanes is provided if all the following conditions are met: You are driving on a freeway or road with...
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Driving and parking 189 If a lane change is not possible, the arrow fades The Active Lane Change Assist sensors & WARNING Risk of accident if Lane out after a few seconds and a new lane change adjust automatically while a certain distance Change Assist unexpectedly stops func‐...
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Route-based speed adaptation The vehicle is unlocked Active Steering Assist If possible, an emergency call is placed to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center Route-based speed adaptation: type of route The driver can cancel the deceleration at any event time by performing one of the following actions:...
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Driving and parking 191 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC status dis‐ adoption of the speed limit, are displayed in the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, play and route-based speed adaptation control feedback of the multifunction display on speed stored, no vehicle detected (bright a single line.
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192 Driving and parking ing. Once the system is passive, symbol HOLD function Activating/deactivating the HOLD function shown as gray in the multifunction display. HOLD function & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand‐ HOLD function being activated when you Function of Hill Start Assist still without requiring you to depress the brake...
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Driving and parking 193 The electric parking brake is released. The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ * NOTE Damage from automatic braking ing brake. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐ If one of the following functions is switched vated.
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194 Driving and parking AIRMATIC includes the following components speed-dependent lowering to reduce fuel ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with and functions: consumption constant damping force adjustment) air suspension with automatic all-round level manually selectable high-level setting for DYNAMIC SELECT switch and level button control greater ground clearance Available suspension settings...
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Driving and parking 195 Setting the vehicle level Requirements: & WARNING Risk of entrapment from vehi‐ The vehicle has been started. cle lowering & WARNING Risk of accident because The vehicle must not be moving faster than Vehicles with AIRMATIC or level control: vehicle level is too high 50 mph (80 km/h).
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196 Driving and parking The vehicle is set to the high level. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC the maneuvering area while maneuvering and parking in/exiting parking spaces. Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Your selection is saved. In the standard setting, an intermittent warning The vehicle is lowered again in the following sit‐...
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Driving and parking 197 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display in the Orange segments: obstacles at a distance multimedia system between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) Red segments: obstacles at a very short distance of approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less System limits Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessa‐...
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198 Driving and parking Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Vehicles with 360° Camera Vehicles without 360° Camera Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning and has been deactivated due to signal interference. Rear segments or all-round seg‐ Start the vehicle again.
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Driving and parking 199 Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions bol appears in the multifunction dis‐ play. The sensors are dirty. Rear segments or all-round seg‐ Clean the sensors and observe the notes on care of vehicle parts ( page 368). ments light up red.
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200 Driving and parking of the lateral front and rear segments can be dis‐ System limits played. The system limits for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC apply to passive side impact pro‐ tection. The following objects are not detected, for exam‐ ple: Pedestrians who approach the vehicle from the side Objects placed next to the vehicle...
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Driving and parking 201 If indicator lamp is not lit, Parking Assist Adjusting the warning tones of Parking Activating/deactivating audio fadeout Assist PARKTRONIC PARKTRONIC is active. If the indicator lamp is lit You can specify whether the volume of a media and the é...
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202 Driving and parking parking remains with you. Make sure that there Camera views in the multimedia system are no persons, animals or objects etc., in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and park‐ ing. The guide lines in the media display show the distances to your vehicle.
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Driving and parking 203 System limits Red warning display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC: obstacles are very close The rear view camera will not function or will (approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less) only partially function in the following situations: Orange warning display of Parking Assist The trunk lid is open.
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204 Driving and parking Have the display repaired or replaced if, for The system evaluates images from the following Top view with image from the rear view cam‐ example, pixel errors considerably restrict its cameras: use. Rear view camera Top view with trailer view (vehicles with a trailer hitch) Front camera 360°...
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Driving and parking 205 approximately 2.0 ft (0.6 m) the warning display Guide lines The guide lines in the multimedia system dis‐ is shown in orange. From a distance of approx‐ play show the distances to your vehicle. The imately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) the warning display is distances only apply to road level.
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206 Driving and parking this event, have the cameras, their positions See the notes on cleaning the 360° Camera and their setting checked at a qualified spe‐ page 368). cialist workshop. Selecting a view for the 360° Camera Requirements: Do not use the 360° Camera under such circum‐ stances.
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Driving and parking 207 Press the ò button on the control ele‐ display of the multimedia system. The ë sym‐ You apply the parking brake. ment. bol appears in the display of the multimedia sys‐ You engage transmission position j. The main functions are displayed.
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208 Driving and parking Do not use Active Parking Assist in the following Active Parking Assist will not assist you with & WARNING Risk of accident due to situations: parking spaces parallel or at right angles to the objects located above or below the direction of travel in the following situations: In extreme weather conditions such as ice, detection range of Active Parking Assist...
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Driving and parking 209 Press button 1. Where necessary, select the parking direc‐ Pay attention to objects and other road tion: forwards or reverse. users. Vehicle path is shown, depending on Where necessary, stop the vehicle or selected parking space and the parking cancel the parking procedure with direction.
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210 Driving and parking You can stop the vehicle and change the transmission position during the parking pro‐ cedure. The system then calculates a new vehicle path. The parking procedure can then be continued. If no new vehicle path is available, the transmission position will be changed again.
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Driving and parking 211 Vehicle message appears in the media display. A In such cases, Drive Away Assist might: & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐ warning tone and the following display in the cle swinging out while parking or pulling Warn you without reason and limit the media display prompt you to take over control of out of a parking space...
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212 Driving and parking If the wrong gear is selected. If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles or other objects, detection is not possible. Drive Away Assist is active under the following Cross Traffic Alert is active under the following conditions: conditions: If Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is activated.
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Driving and parking 213 ATTENTION ASSIST take a break where necessary. If you do not take If ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate the a break and ATTENTION ASSIST continues to attention level and cannot issue a warning, the Function of ATTENTION ASSIST detect increasing lapses in concentration, you System Suspended message appears.
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214 Driving and parking If the road condition is poor (uneven road Setting ATTENTION ASSIST Traffic Sign Assist surface or potholes). Multimedia system: Function of Traffic Sign Assist Vehicle k Assistance If there is a strong side wind. ATTENTION ASSIST If you adopt a sporty driving style (high cor‐...
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Driving and parking 215 When a village or city boundary which is Display in the Instrument Display stored in the digital map is passed. The camera also detects traffic signs with a restriction indicated by an additional sign (e.g. in wet conditions).
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216 Driving and parking If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐ Multimedia system: Adjusting the type of warning tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐ Vehicle k Assistance Select Visual & Audible, Visual or None. ged up, damaged or covered.
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Driving and parking 217 Night View Assist camera helps detect pedestrians and ani‐ the windshield is dirty in the vicinity of the mals. camera. Function of Night View Assist Night View Assist is only an aid. The driver is the camera is fogged up, damaged or cov‐ responsible for the distance to the vehicle in ered.
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218 Driving and parking It is dark. The vehicle has been started or the ignition The infrared headlamps are deactivated at is switched on. speeds below 3 mph (5 km/h). The Night View image continues to be displayed until The light switch is in the à or L posi‐ you switch it off by pressing button 1.
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Driving and parking 219 with four short impulses. This attracts the driv‐ The pedestrian symbol in the assistance graphic If all the requirements are fulfilled, the headlamp er's attention to approaching pedestrians. indicates the status of the spotlight function. If flashes four short pulses at a pedestrian detec‐...
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220 Driving and parking the turn signal indicator in the corresponding Always ensure that there is sufficient distance to If Active Blind Spot Assist detects a risk of a side direction, a warning tone sounds once. The red the side for other road users and obstacles. impact in the monitoring range, a course-cor‐...
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Driving and parking 221 System limits & WARNING Risk of accident despite Either a course-correcting brake application Active Blind Spot Assist appropriate to the driving situation, or none at Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to the all, may occur in the following situations: following: Vehicles or obstacles, e.g.
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222 Driving and parking Active Lane Keeping Assist ded by a course-correcting brake application speed, for braking in good time and for staying back into your lane. in lane. Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist You are warned by vibration pulses in the steer‐ Vehicles with Driving Assistance Package or ing wheel in the following circumstances: Driving Assistance Plus Package: Active Lane...
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Driving and parking 223 If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, dis‐ You have adopted a sporty driving style with If the distance to the vehicle in front is too play appears in the multifunction display. high cornering speeds or high rates of accel‐ short and thus the lane markings cannot be eration.
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224 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating Active Lane Keeping Always make sure that there is suffi‐ Assist cient distance to the side for other traf‐ fic or obstacles. & WARNING Risk of accident despite Active Lane Keeping Assist warning & WARNING Risk of accident despite Lane A lane-correcting brake application cannot Keeping Assist always bring the vehicle back into the origi‐...
Driving and parking 225 Setting the sensitivity of Active Lane Keep‐ mitted towing methods ( page 383) and the ing Assist instructions for towing with both axles on the Multimedia system: ground ( page 385). Vehicle k Assistance Act. Lane Keep. Assist Select a setting.
226 Instrument Display and on-board computer Instrument Display Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Instrument Display overview page 179) & WARNING Risk of accident due to an Vehicles with Traffic Sign Assist: Detected instrument display malfunction instructions and traffic signs will appear on the speedometer ( page 214).
Instrument Display and on-board computer 227 ~ Rejects/ends a call Overview of the buttons on the steering & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ wheel ò Calls up the home screen ing the hood Touch Control multimedia system If you open the hood when the engine has % Back button overheated or during a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact...
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228 Instrument Display and on-board computer The on-board computer is operated using left- and traffic conditions and operate the hand Touch Control and the left-hand back/ equipment with the vehicle stationary. home button 1. Observe the legal requirements for the country The following menus are available: in which you are currently driving when operat‐...
Instrument Display and on-board computer 229 Full-screen menu To select a design: swipe upwards or down‐ Swipe upwards or downwards on the left- You can display the following menus in full on wards on the left-hand Touch Control. hand Touch Control to select display content. the Instrument Display: When display content is selected, the area Press the left-hand Touch Control.
230 Instrument Display and on-board computer Further displays on the multifunction display: Overview of displays on the multifunction Adjusting the instrument lighting display Gearshift recommendation ( page 154) ë Active Parking Assist activated page 208) é Parking Assist PARKTRONIC deactivated page 200) h Cruise control ( page 177)
Instrument Display and on-board computer 231 Calling up the assistant display Menus and submenus Calling up functions on the Service menu of On-board computer: the on-board computer DriveAssist When you have set the style to Classic, you On-board computer: can view the assistant display menu con‐ Service tents in the left-hand area of the Instrument To select the function: swipe upwards or...
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232 Instrument Display and on-board computer Green radar waves next to vehicle: Blind Spot Assist active Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC displays page 179). Calling up displays on the Trip menu On-board computer: Trip When you have the style set to Classic, you Trip computer (example) Standard display (example) can view information on the journey in the...
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 233 show a vehicle being refueled instead of the To select the function to be reset: swipe Calling up navigation instructions on the on- board computer range. upwards or downwards on the left-hand Touch Control. ECO display ( page 149) On-board computer:...
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234 Instrument Display and on-board computer Road Not Mapped: the road is unknown, e.g. Selecting radio stations using the on-board computer newly built roads. Route: no route could be calculated to On-board computer: the selected destination. Radio O: you have reached the destination or an intermediate destination.
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 235 To select a radio station: swipe upwards or Media playback using the on-board computer Changing the media source downwards on the left-hand Touch Control. Press the left-hand Touch Control. On-board computer: Selecting frequency range or station preset To select a media source: swipe upwards Media list...
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236 Instrument Display and on-board computer wards on the left-hand Touch Control to The call may be accepted/rejected using the traffic situation. This could also cause you to select the desired telephone number. 6 or ~ buttons on the steering wheel. lose control of the vehicle.
Instrument Display and on-board computer 237 Detected instructions and traffic signs Head-up Display Set speed in the driver assistance system Function of the Head-up Display (e.g. cruise control) Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: Observe the notes in When you receive a call, the 6 Incoming Call the Supplement.
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238 Instrument Display and on-board computer Switching the Head-up Display on/off Press button 1.
Voice Control System 239 Notes on operating safety also cause the driver to lose control of the Always stow objects so that they can‐ vehicle. not be thrown around in such situa‐ & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ tions. As the driver, only operate mobile com‐...
240 Voice Control System If you use the voice control system in an Press the rocker switch up: 6 makes/ emergency your voice can change and your accepts a call telephone call, e.g. an emergency call, can Press the rocker switch down: ~ rejects/ thereby be unnecessarily delayed.
Voice Control System 241 Operable functions Application-specific voice commands are Using the Voice Control System effectively only available for the active application. You can use the Voice Control System to operate Features of audible help functions the following equipment depending on the fea‐ Once the Voice Control System is started an You receive information and help for the follow‐...
242 Voice Control System avoid loud noises that cause interference do not use any abbreviations, unnecessary Essential voice commands while making a voice command entry, e.g. spaces or special characters. Overview of switch voice commands the blower. If a station list entry is not recognized: Switch voice commands can be used to open A voice tag in the address book is not recog‐...
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To switch to USB Memory card To switch to memory card Internet application <Name> To start a Mercedes-Benz online application. The application must be called up by touch once prior to use. Mercedes-Benz Apps To switch to Mercedes-Benz Apps To switch to Internet mode...
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244 Voice Control System Navigation voice commands Voice command Function Navigate to <Address/POI/Contact> Universal search for all types of destinations. A search is conducted in the address book contacts, the navigation database and on the Internet (POIs). The order of the details, e.g. city, street or house number, can be changed.
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Voice Control System 245 Voice command Function Enter country Enters a country/city/district/street/intersection/house number/ZIP code Enter city Enter district Enter street Enter intersection Enter house number Enter ZIP code Nearest restaurant Searches for nearby restaurants, parking lots, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations Nearest parking lot Nearest rest area with restrooms Nearest gas station...
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246 Voice Control System Voice command Function Restaurant at destination Searches for restaurants, parking options, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations at the desti‐ nation Parking at destination Rest area with restrooms at destination Gas station at destination Selects a destination from the list of last entered destinations Last destinations Alternative routes Switches route guidance to another route...
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Voice Control System 247 Overview of telephone voice commands You can use the telephone voice commands to make phone calls or search through the address book. Telephone voice commands Voice command Function Call <Name> Makes a phone call. All address book names are available. Search for contact <Name>...
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248 Voice Control System Radio voice commands Voice command Function Station <Name> To call up receivable or saved stations To enter a frequency directly <Frequency> Next station To switch to the next available station Previous station To switch to the previous station Save station To save a station in the station list Show station list...
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Voice Control System 249 Overview of media player voice commands Media player voice commands can also be used when the media player is running in the back‐ ground. Media player voice commands Voice command Function Play <Tracks> The names of all available tracks, albums, artists, composers, genres or playlists are accepted dur‐ ing the search.
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250 Voice Control System Voice command Function Show all albums Available albums, artists, composers, genres, tracks or playlists are searched for. Show all artists Show all composers Show all genres Show all tracks Show all playlists To select the next track Next track Previous track To select the previous track...
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Voice Control System 251 Message voice commands Voice command Function Text message to <Name> To create a message. All address book names are available. To reply to a message Reply Forward text message To forward a message Overview of vehicle voice commands You can use the vehicle voice commands to directly call up the corresponding menus for the vehicle settings.
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252 Voice Control System Voice command Function Scent menu To display fragrance settings Energy flow To display energy flow settings Ionization menu To display ionization settings To display climate control settings Climate control menu Automatic climate control driver on To switch on the automatic climate control settings on the driver's side Light menu To display light settings To display massage settings...
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Voice Control System 253 Voice command Function Consumption menu To display consumption Vehicle data To display vehicle data...
254 Multimedia system c button Active Parking Assist Overview and operation Control knob Overview of the multimedia system Adjusts the volume ( page 260) & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ Switches the mute function on/off mation systems and communications page 260) equipment For Mercedes-AMG vehicles...
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Multimedia system 255 Automatic temperature-controlled switch- Touch Control To open a list: press Touch Control 2. off feature: if the temperature is too high, the To close a list: press button 3. Operating Touch Control brightness is initially reduced automatically. The display may then switch off completely for a while.
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256 Multimedia system Operating the controller Calls up the main functions To call up favorites: when the main functions are displayed, slide controller down. Controller operating options: Turn 3 counter-clockwise or clockwise. Slide 1 left or right. Slide 4 up or down. Slide 2 diagonally.
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Multimedia system 257 gers. The swipe must start in the lower area Activating/deactivating haptic operating D button feedback on the touchpad of the touchpad. Calls up the control menu of the last active Multimedia system: audio source Setting the sensitivity for the touchpad System w Input Multimedia system:...
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258 Multimedia system To hide the control menu: swipe down with Vehicle % button two fingers. The swipe must start in the Calls up the telephone System Settings upper area of the touchpad. Ø button add your own favorites ( page 259) Sets vehicle functions rename favorites (...
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260 Multimedia system Switching the sound on/off To switch on: change the media source or turn volume control 1. Adjusting the volume Setting with the volume control On the multimedia system To mute: press volume control 1. On the multifunction steering wheel The 8 symbol appears in the status line of the media display.
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Multimedia system 261 The volume of the navigation announce‐ traffic situation. This could also cause you to ment changes in accordance with the vol‐ lose control of the vehicle. ume of the current media source. Only operate this equipment when the During a telephone call traffic situation permits.
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262 Multimedia system On the Touch Control and controller: Entering characters using the controller Ä To switch to special characters and sym‐ select the characters in the character bar. bols. Example: renaming favorites Depending on the target entry, the following X To switch to upper-case or lower-case let‐...
Multimedia system 263 Example: renaming favorites To delete a character: swipe left when the This function adjusts the ambient lighting for cursor is located in the input line. the selected display style. To confirm the entry: press the touchpad. Setting the display brightness To finish character entry: swipe upwards.
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264 Multimedia system The following display content can be selected: Setting the time zone Manually Multimedia system: Dynamic Deactivate ª Automatic Daylight Saving System & Time and Date Time. Navigation Map Time Zone: Select Daylight Saving Time. Consumption The list of countries is displayed. Select or Off.
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Multimedia system 265 Confirm changes when exiting the menu. contacts ( page 309) Select Yes. Android Auto is closed and Bluetooth ® call lists ( page 312) The date is set automatically via GPS. deactivated. text message ( page 312) Internet connection ( page 325) Connectivity...
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266 Multimedia system WPS PBC Connecting the multimedia system with a All devices support a security key as a device via Wi-Fi means of connection. The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is This function is available if a HERMES communi‐ made by pressing a button (push button).
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Multimedia system 267 Device has already been connected: the device to be connected. The type of connec‐ Press the WPS button on the device to be tion established must be selected on the multi‐ connected or select Connect. To automatically connect: highlight a Wi-Fi media system and on the device to be connec‐...
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268 Multimedia system Generating a new security key: Multimedia system: Select Continue. System COMAND Touch Select Set Up Hotspot. The connection request from the device Accept. Select Generate Security Key. Connecting and authorizing a new device A connection will be established with the Enter the PIN shown on the external device.
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Display, switch the Additional Speedometer announcements are not available in all lan‐ Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of display on O. guages. If a language is not available, the naviga‐ data. tion announcements will be in English.
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Enter the four-digit PIN. Select Change Settings. Alternatively, you can have PIN protection Select a data storage medium. reset at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ Enter the current PIN. The data is exported. The data export may ter. Select Change PIN.
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Multimedia system 271 Select Display Profile Selection after Start. Creating a user profile Multimedia system: Multimedia system: System g Personalization Activate O or deactivate ª the function. System g Personalization Manual Export/Import Selecting a user profile Create Profile This function is not available in all countries. Select Guest Profile or individual profile #.
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Internet connection for the vehicle. This is not available in all countries. For further Further information about software updates can information on connecting to the Internet, be found at http://me.mercedes-benz.com Software update see ( page 325). Performing a software update...
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Multimedia system 273 Multimedia system: If automatic software updates are activated, Requirements for the installation: the system updates will be downloaded auto‐ System Software Update The ignition is switched on. matically ( page 272). The engine is not running. Automatic update As soon as an update is available for download, Notes and warnings have been read and Switch...
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Select Yes. Enter the current PIN. The PIN is reset. Select No. The current PIN stays the same after reset‐ ting. If you have forgotten your PIN, an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate the PIN protection for you.
Multimedia system 275 Fit & Healthy ENERGIZING COMFORT Overview of the ENERGIZING COMFORT program Program overview Program Function Refresh Can make targeted changes to the interior climate to refresh vehicle occupants. Cooling airflow and ioniza‐ tion purify the air. The vehicle interior is illuminated with cool colors and the seats are ventilated. Warmth Can increase the comfort level of the vehicle occupants.
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276 Multimedia system Program Function Well being Can aid the physical and mental relaxation of vehicle occupants. A back massage combined with local warmth provide relaxation. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasant fragrance is released. The audio player plays selections of calming music and the vehicle interior is illuminated with pleasant lighting. Training Can counteract the onset of muscle tension, limbs falling asleep or stress with targeted relaxation or stim‐...
Multimedia system 277 For more information on pausing or skipping If a climate control setting is changed, a cli‐ Navigation through videos, see ( page 335). mate bar appears briefly. Switching navigation on If, during an active program, a function require‐ Multimedia system: ment is no longer met, a corresponding message Showing/hiding the navigation menu...
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The service is available. equipment The service has been activated at an author‐ If you operate information and communica‐ ized Mercedes-Benz Center. tion equipment integrated in the vehicle when driving, you will be distracted from the Further information can be found at: http:// traffic situation.
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Multimedia system 279 Enter these address elements, for example: Select the language. City, street, house number This function is useful for countries in which Street, city several character sets are supported. An example is Russia, which uses Cyrillic and ZIP code Latin characters.
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280 Multimedia system If the top line of the character bar is highligh‐ The address entries can be made in any Enter the state or the province. You only ted, navigate upwards. order, for example: need to enter the first character. Select the destination in the list.
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Multimedia system 281 If favourites have been saved already Select the POI. Select Near Destination: select the inter‐ page 293), select From My Favorites. mediate destination or the destination. Route guidance is active: select the search Select the favourite. position prior to choosing a POI (see exam‐ Starting an automatic gas station search The destination address is shown.
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282 Multimedia system If route guidance is active, select Start New Enter the intermediate destination as a POI To change the order of destinations: high‐ Route Guidance Set as Next Way Point. or address ( page 278). light the destination or the intermediate des‐ tination.
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Multimedia system 283 Selecting a contact for destination entry Select ¡. Searching for a destination using 3 word Requirements: The first contact in the list is highlighted. addresses is possible in the online search page 278). A mobile phone is connected to the multime‐ Select the contact.
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284 Multimedia system The Empire State Building has this language Select "move map" in map menu Press the Touch Control, the touchpad or the dependent 3 word address: page 296). controller. The map will be displayed in the selected English: parade.help.bleat Swipe in any direction on the Touch Control map orientation.
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Multimedia system 285 Slide the controller to the left or right. Selecting a route type The previous or next POI is highlighted on the Multimedia system: If route guidance is active, select Start New map. The name or the address is shown. Navigation À...
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286 Multimedia system Automatic Traffic Jam Avoidance can be Selecting route options Using carpool lanes switched on O or off ª for these route types. Multimedia system: Select Number of Occupants in the Vehicle. Automatic Traffic Jam Avoidance is switched Navigation À...
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Multimedia system 287 The multimedia system announces the Selecting an alternative route The prompt Reserve Fuel Do you want to start a names of the roads that will follow the Multimedia system: search for surrounding gas stations? appears. upcoming change of direction. Navigation À...
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288 Multimedia system Select Yes. Route guidance The road and traffic rules and regulations always The service station search starts. The availa‐ have priority over multimedia system driving Notes on route guidance ble service stations along the route or in the instructions.
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Multimedia system 289 Incomplete digital map data There are three phases when changing direction: drops down to 0 feet (0 m) and the current vehicle position symbol has reached the Preparation phase Notes on GPS reception highlighted change-of-direction point. The correct function of the navigation system If there is enough time between the changes When the change of direction is complete, depends amongst other things on GPS recep‐...
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290 Multimedia system Possible lane Route guidance is active. In this lane, you will only be able to complete To switch off: press the volume control on the next change of direction. the multifunction steering wheel during a Lane not recommended navigation announcement ( page 260).
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Route guidance is active. The route is recalculated. Select System. Multimedia system: The minimum volume can be individually set Select õ Audio. Navigation at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select Navigation and Traffic Announce- Select ! Voice Guidance Via system settings: select System. ments.
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292 Multimedia system Overview of route guidance to an off-road A direction arrow showing the linear direc‐ Destination destination tion to the POI. Saving the current vehicle position An off-road destination is within the digital map. Multimedia system: When the vehicle is back on a road known to the The map contains no roads that lead to the des‐...
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Highlight one of the previous destinations. destination. Route guidance begins. Mercedes-Benz Apps A destination has been received with pic‐ To save as a favorite: select ¥ Save My Door-to-door navigation with Companion app...
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294 Multimedia system There may be differences between the traffic Displaying subscription information via an MB Info call to the Mercedes-Benz Requirements: reports received and the actual road and traffic Customer Assistance Center conditions. The vehicle is equipped with Live Traffic Displaying the traffic map Important information on Live Traffic Informa‐...
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Multimedia system 295 Roadworks played on the map. A warning message When a traffic report symbol is under the may also be issued ( page 296). crosshair, press on the central control ele‐ Road blocks ment. Warning messages Displaying traffic incidents The traffic report details are displayed.
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296 Multimedia system Issuing hazard warnings Map and compass • Filters the display of POIs in the vicinity Multimedia system: according to POI category Map and compass overview Navigation Z Options Switches the display of personal POI sym‐ Announcements bols on the map on or off Switches one of the following displays on or Activate O Announce Traffic...
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The map menu appears. The service has been activated at an Select "Move map" in map menu To zoom in: swipe down on the Touch Con‐ authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. page 296). trol. Further information can be found at: http:// Swipe in any direction on the Touch Control www.mercedes.me...
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298 Multimedia system Selecting the map orientation Select Symbols. POI name Multimedia system: The # dot indicates the current setting. Area name Navigation Z Options Standard displays symbols of predefined cat‐ Geo-coordinates displays the following infor‐ Map Menu egories on the map. mation: Alternatively, if the map is displayed in full User Defined...
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Information about new versions of the digital Navigation À Route and Position map can be obtained from an authorized Avoid Options Areas Mercedes-Benz Center. To search for an area using an address: Highlight an area in the list. select Address Entry.
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Further information on the online map update is Taking the area for the route into account Information about new versions of the digital available at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Avoid O an area in the list. map can be obtained from an authorized or at https://www.mercedes.me.
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Setting the map scale automatically in map scales of 2 mi (2 km) or less. In the event of the following problems, please Multimedia system: contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: Switched off ª: satellite maps are not dis‐ Navigation Z Options...
Navigation Z Options The service has been activated at an author‐ equipment with the vehicle stationary. Navigation Info ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select the topic. Further information can be found at: http:// & WARNING Risk of an accident from www.mercedes.me operating mobile communication equip‐...
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Multimedia system 303 operating mobile communication equipment in the vehicle. Further information can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Telephone menu overview ® Bluetooth device name of the currently connected mobile phone...
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304 Multimedia system ® Information on telephony Bluetooth profile overview Signal strength of the mobile phone network for the currently connected and selected The following situations can lead to the call ® Function Bluetooth profile mobile phone being disconnected while the vehicle is in of the mobile phone Battery status of the currently connected motion:...
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Multimedia system 305 ® If the codes match: confirm the code on Multimedia system: Connecting a mobile phone (Bluetooth tel‐ the mobile phone. ephony) Phone ª Devices Requirements: Connecting a mobile phone (authorization by Select Connect New Device. Bluetooth ® is activated on the mobile phone entering a passkey) Select...
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306 Multimedia system A mobile phone can be operated both as an Multimedia system: audio source as well as telephone in parallel. Phone ª Devices It is possible at any future point to change In the device overview, select a mobile phone the type of connection for the mobile phone which has already been authorized and set already connected and to set this as...
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267). mobile phone remains authorized in the sys‐ tem. Further information can be found at: https:// www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ De-authorizing a mobile phone Multimedia system: Using the mobile phone with Near Field Com‐ To connect a mobile phone: open the cover Phone ª...
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Calls area of the mobile phone on NFC logo 1. tion and transmission volume: https:// Using the telephone www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ If the mobile phone has already been author‐ Multimedia system: ized on the multimedia system, it is now con‐ Adjusting the call and ringtone volume Phone ª...
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Multimedia system 309 The following functions are available during a Conducting a conference call If during a call you accept a call with the call: other mobile phone when in two phone mode Select Create Conference Call in the tele‐ then the existing call is ended.
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310 Multimedia system From the contacts menu, you can perform the Select Synchronize Contacts. Editing the format of a contact's name following actions: Multimedia system: Calling up contacts Phone Z Options Contacts Using the telephone: Multimedia system: Name Format Calling a contact ( page 311) Phone ª...
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Multimedia system 311 Saving a mobile phone contact Depending on the stored data, the following Source Requirements Multimedia system: options are available: If the sending of ñ Bluetooth ® con‐ Phone ª Contacts Call ® nection vCards via Bluetooth Select the mobile phone contact ó. Send Text Message is supported, vCards Select p.
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® If the PBAP Bluetooth profile is not supported, automatically.) Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// the effects are as follows: www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Select an option. The multimedia system generates its own call Some mobile phones require further settings The setting may not be active until the lists.
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Multimedia system 313 Reading text messages To start the dictation function: press on Expanding the choice of words Multimedia system: the central control element. Deleting the selection The app for the dictation function is loaded. Phone i Text Message Recording a new dictation If there was no prior Internet connection, a Reading a text message To leave the menu: select Done.
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To delete a text message: select Delete. Using Mercedes-Benz Link, various functions Outbox The Mercedes-Benz Link control box is con‐ and selected mobile phone apps can be transfer‐ nected with the multimedia system using the red to the media display.
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Disconnect the connecting cable between vehicle whilst paying attention to road to it. the Mercedes-Benz Link control box and the and traffic conditions and operate the multimedia system. equipment with the vehicle stationary.
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USB port ç using a suita‐ ® Exiting Apple CarPlay Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting ble cable ( page 334). Press the ò button on the multifunction the connecting cable only when the vehicle is Multimedia system: stationary.
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Multimedia system 317 You must observe the legal requirements for the Information on Android Auto If there was no prior Internet connection, this country in which you are currently driving when While using Android Auto, various functions of is established with the use of the mobile operating the multimedia system.
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Disconnect the connecting cable between generated. the mobile phone and multimedia system. Exiting Android Auto Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting This has no connection to the vehicle identifica‐ Press the ò button on the multifunction the connecting cable only when the vehicle is tion number (VIN) and is deleted when the multi‐...
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Information about the Mercedes me call Requirements: using the me button A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center You have access to a GSM network. has been initiated via the me button in the over‐ The contract partner's GSM network cover‐...
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Mercedes-Benz Customer Center in order to improve the processing of your request? To arrange a service appointment: select Multimedia system: message appears.
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If the data protection prompt has been rejected page 319). the service reminder, the following data may be the following data is transmitted: You can also call the Mercedes-Benz Customer transmitted: Reason for the initiation of the call Center using the multimedia system Current mileage and maintenance data page 320).
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Breakdown assistance by a mechanic on Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz location and/or the towing away of the vehi‐ Deactivation of this module prevents the emergency call system ("eCall"). This feature can cle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz activation of any and all Mercedes me con‐...
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Multimedia system 323 eCall can be deactivated by an authorized call in the event of a breakdown or a similar sit‐ after an accident, the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ Mercedes-Benz dealer. Please note that in uation. gency call system may automatically initiate an the event ownership of the vehicle is trans‐...
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Benz emergency call center. of the eCall system data, please contact MBU‐ A message with accident data is transmitted Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ SA's Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR- to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. gency call system MERC.
Multimedia system 325 For accident clarification purposes, the following You must observe the legal requirements for the If you cannot be sure of this, stop the measures can be taken up to an hour after the country in which you are currently driving when vehicle whilst paying attention to road emergency call has been initiated: operating mobile communication equipment in...
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Mercedes me connect. cation module the following status informa‐ Connection status overview tion is shown: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ ter to find out whether it is possible to pur‐ Type of network chase data volume in your country. Status online/offline...
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Multimedia system 327 Operating Mercedes-Benz Apps using voice Web browser Multimedia system: control Connect z Browser Calling up a web page Requirements: z Enter URL The registration for the use of Mercedes- & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ Enter a web address.
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328 Multimedia system Web browser overview Calling up web browser options Deleting browser data Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Connect z Browser Connect z Browser Z Options Z Options Delete Browser Data The following functions are available: The following options are available: Refresh Page/Cancel Zoom Cache...
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Select Edit. sion free of interference. Enter a URL and a name. The services are country-dependent. Select ¡. For more information, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Deleting a bookmark Multimedia system: Highlight a bookmark. Radio Þ Radio Source Select p.
330 Multimedia system Selecting and connecting Internet Radio sta‐ Press and hold the central control element Setting Internet Radio options tions until an audible signal sounds. Multimedia system: Multimedia system: The ß symbol appears by the station Radio Þ Radio Source name.
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Multimedia system 331 Supported formats: traffic conditions. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle. Only handle a data storage medium when the vehicle is stationary. Permissible file systems: FLAC FAT32 ALAC exFAT Observe the following notes: NTFS Due to the large variety of available Permissible data storage medium:...
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332 Multimedia system "Made for iPod", and "Made for iPhone," mean sure that you know about the applicable copy‐ that an electronic accessory has been designed right regulations and that you comply with these. to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, Activating media mode respectively, and has been certified by the devel‐...
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Multimedia system 333 Remove the SD card after use and take it out of the vehicle. Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Mem. Card Inserting The multimedia connection unit is located in the stowage compartment under the armrest. Insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot until it engages.
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334 Multimedia system Overview of the audio mode Connecting USB devices Active data storage medium Media Sources Album cover Sound * NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐ Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) tures Track number and number of tracks in the Options High temperatures can damage USB devices.
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Multimedia system 335 The multimedia connection unit is found in the Selecting a track using the current track list Controlling media playback stowage compartment under the armrest and Multimedia system: Select è. has two USB ports. Media Y Playback Control Select Current Track List.
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336 Multimedia system Search for and select video files or playlists with video files. Playable video files are played back. The multimedia system supports the following formats: MPEG AVI, DivX, MKV MP4, M4V If the vehicle is traveling faster than 3 mph (5 km/h) the video image is hidden from the driver.
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Multimedia system 337 Overview of video mode Activating/deactivating full-screen mode Active data storage medium Media Sources Multimedia system: Album cover Sound Media à Media Sources Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) Select a data storage medium. Track number and number of tracks in the Options track list Playable video files are played back.
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338 Multimedia system To deactivate full-screen mode: press the Media search The categories are available as soon as the touchpad. entire media content has been read in and Starting the media search analyzed. Multimedia system: Changing video settings Multimedia system: Media ª...
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Multimedia system 339 Switching to Media Interface Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Connect a data storage medium to the USB port ( page 334). Select a media device. Playable music files are played back. Overview of Media Interface...
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340 Multimedia system Active data storage medium Album cover Artist, track and album Track number and number of tracks in the track list Search Playback Control Media Sources Sound Full Screen (video playback only) Options Bluetooth ® audio Information about Bluetooth ®...
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Multimedia system 341 ® Bluetooth audio overview Bluetooth ® is activated on the multimedia Active data storage medium Media Sources system and audio equipment ( page 265). Album cover Sound The audio equipment supports the Blue‐ Track, artist, album Full Screen (video playback only) tooth ®...
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Device-specific information on authorizing ® and connecting Bluetooth -capable mobile ® Selecting previously authorized Bluetooth phones can be obtained at https:// audio equipment www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ or from Select ¥. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select a Bluetooth ® audio device.
Multimedia system 343 Searching for a music track on the Blue‐ Lightly press the NFC area on the mobile Radio ® phone (see the manufacturer's operating tooth audio device Switching on the radio instructions). Multimedia system: If the mobile phone has already been author‐ Multimedia system: Media à...
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344 Multimedia system Radio overview Active frequency band Options Station name or set frequency Artist, title, album and radio text Station list Presets Radio Source Sound...
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Multimedia system 345 Switching the HD Radio function on/off Setting the waveband Searching for radio stations using station names or direct frequency entry Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Z Options HD Radio Radio Þ Radio Source Radio è HD Radio FM HD Radio AM SiriusXM Radio can be selected.
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Activate O or deactivate ª the function. These include environmental or topographical Select Delete Highlighted Station. conditions beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Thus, operation at certain locations Satellite radio Select Yes. may not be possible. Information on the satellite radio...
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Multimedia system 347 Multimedia system: Radio Þ Radio Source SiriusXM Radio Z Options Select Service Information. The service information screen appears showing the radio ID and the current sub‐ scription status. Establish a telephone connection. Follow the service staff's instructions. The activation process may take up to ten minutes.
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348 Multimedia system Overview of the satellite radio Selecting a satellite radio category Active frequency band Presets Multimedia system: Logo or cover picture for the song (if availa‐ Radio Source Radio Þ Radio Source ble) Sound SiriusXM Radio Category Playback Control è...
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Multimedia system 349 Selecting a satellite radio channel Displaying EPG information for the current Music and sport alerts function channel Multimedia system: This function enables you to program an alert for Multimedia system: your favorite artists, tracks or sporting events. Radio Þ...
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350 Multimedia system Mark All Entries Information on Smart Favorites and Tune Activating/deactivating TuneStart Start Multimedia system: Unmark All Entries Stations in the station presets can be added as Radio Z Options TuneStart Delete This Entry Smart Favorites. Smart Favorites stations are Activate O or deactivate ª...
Multimedia system 351 Displaying satellite radio service information Select a sound menu. To exit the menu: press the % button. Multimedia system: Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass set‐ Radio Þ Radio Source tings Burmester ® surround sound system SiriusXM Radio Z Options Multimedia system: Information about the Burmester...
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352 Multimedia system Adjusting the treble, mid and bass settings To exit the menu: press the % button. Calling up the sound menu in the ® ® on the Burmester surround sound system Burmester high-end 3D surround sound Switching surround sound on/off in the system Multimedia system: ®...
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Multimedia system 353 Activating/deactivating volume adjustment Adjusting the seat-based sound optimization ® ® in the Burmester high-end 3D surround in the Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system sound system Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Media à Sound Media à Sound VIP Seat Automatic Volume Adjustment This setting optimizes the sound playback for the selected seat position.
354 Maintenance and care workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always observe the prescribed service Center. intervals. Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always have the prescribed service Displaying the service due date work carried out at a qualified specialist The ASSYST PLUS service interval display on the workshop.
Maintenance and care 355 frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Engine compartment Allow the engine to cool down and only on poor road surfaces touch component parts described in Active hood (pedestrian protection) when the engine is often left idling for long the following.
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356 Maintenance and care Opening/closing the hood Never touch the danger zone surround‐ & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ ing moving component parts, e.g. the ing the hood & WARNING Risk of accident if the engine rotation area of the fan. If you open the hood when the engine has hood is unlatched while driving Remove jewelry and watches.
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Maintenance and care 357 Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following. & WARNING Risk of injury from using the windshield wipers while the engine hood is open When the engine hood is open and the wind‐ shield wipers are set in motion, you can be trapped by the wiper linkage.
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358 Maintenance and care Engine oil display is green and is between "min" and Refilling engine oil "max": the oil level is correct. Checking the engine oil level using the on- & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ board computer Engine Oil Level Add 1.0 l and the bar display ponent parts in the engine compartment...
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Maintenance and care 359 Depending on the engine, the cap may be Check the oil level again . * NOTE Engine damage caused by an installed in the engine compartment in dif‐ incorrect oil filter, incorrect oil or addi‐ ferent locations. tives Checking the coolant level Do not use engine oils or oil filters...
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If necessary, add coolant that has been with hot gases or other escaping operating approved by Mercedes-Benz. fluids. Further information on coolant ( page 433) Before opening the hood, allow the engine to cool down.
Maintenance and care 361 Cleaning and care & WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from windshield washer concentrate Notes on washing the vehicle in a car wash Windshield washer concentrate is highly & WARNING Risk of accident due to flammable.
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362 Maintenance and care located in the vehicle. The park position j To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the fol‐ Ensure that the clearance width of the is otherwise automatically engaged. lowing when using a power washer: car wash, in particular the width of the guide rails, is sufficient.
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Maintenance and care 363 Washing the vehicle by hand Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number of countries, washing by hand is only permitted in specially designated wash bays. Use a mild cleaning agent, e.g. car shampoo. Wash the vehicle with lukewarm water using a soft car sponge.
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364 Maintenance and care Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork care Observe the following information: Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage Paintwork Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. treated areas afterwards. Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
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Maintenance and care 365 Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage Matte finish Only use care products approved for Mercedes-Benz. Do not polish the vehicle and alloy wheels. Only use car washes that correspond to the latest engi‐ neering standards. Do not use car wash programs with a final hot wax treat‐...
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Chemical cleaning agents If there is dirt on the finish or if the decorative foil is dull: use the Paint Cleaner recommended and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Oily products Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the treated Do not use polish on matte decorative foil.
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Maintenance and care 367 Cleaning Night View Assist Camera in the radiator grill Camera behind the windshield * NOTE Damage to the camera lens when cleaning If you clean the camera lens yourself or spray glass cleaner on the camera lens, you could damage the camera lens.
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Windows Clean windows inside and outside with a damp cloth and with Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or solvent-based cleaning a cleaning agent recommended for Mercedes-Benz. agents to clean the inside of windows. Wiper blades Fold out the wiper blades and clean them using a damp cloth.
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Maintenance and care 369 Notes on cleaning and care Avoiding vehicle damage Exterior lighting Clean the lenses with a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable e.g. car shampoo. for plastic lenses. Sensors Clean the sensors in the front and rear bumper and in the When using a power washer, maintain a minimum distance of...
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Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. For heavy soiling: use a care product recommended for Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or sun cream to Mercedes-Benz. come in contact with the plastic trim. Real wood/trim ele‐ Clean with a microfiber cloth.
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Do not allow the leather to become too damp. seat covers Leather care: use a leather care agent that has been rec‐ Do not use a microfiber cloth. ommended for Mercedes-Benz. DINAMICA seat cov‐ Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use a microfiber cloth.
372 Breakdown assistance Replace the safety vest in the following cases: Emergency The reflective strips are damaged or dirt on Removing the safety vest the reflective strips can no longer be The safety vests are located in stowage spaces removed in the front door.
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Breakdown assistance 373 The emergency spare wheel is only available smoke which smells like rubber Tires with run-flat characteristics: in certain countries. ® continuous ESP intervention Observe the information and warning notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat cracks in tire side walls Notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tire) tires).
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374 Breakdown assistance If a pressure loss warning message appears in TIREFIT kit storage location Tire inflation compressor the multifunction display, proceed as follows: Disposable gloves The TIREFIT kit is located under the trunk floor. Check the tire for damage. Mercedes vehicles: observe the notes in the You can use TIREFIT tire sealant to seal perfora‐...
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Breakdown assistance 375 Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the & WARNING Risk of injury and poisoning * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ instrument cluster within the driver's field of from tire sealant tion compressor running too long vision.
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376 Breakdown assistance Push the plug of hose into flange Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ Unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the tire sealant bottle until the plug engages. tion compressor. faulty tire. The tire inflation compressor is switched on. Place tire sealant bottle head downwards Please note that tire sealant may leak out when...
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In cases such as the one mentioned above, con‐ Unscrew the filling hose from the valve of the to the instrument cluster in a location where tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or faulty tire. it will be easily seen by the driver.
2. can lead to function restrictions in safety-rel‐ For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends evant systems, for example the lighting sys‐ When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew that you only use batteries which have been tes‐...
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Breakdown assistance 379 All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium- Do not inhale battery gases. specialist workshop or to a collection ion battery point for used batteries. Keep children away from the battery. Immediately rinse battery acid off thor‐ & WARNING Risk of explosion due to elec‐ If you have to disconnect the 12 V battery, con‐...
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Make sure that the positive terminal of All other vehicles the connected battery does not come tery charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or When charging the battery and during starting consult a qualified specialist workshop to into contact with vehicle parts.
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Breakdown assistance 381 All vehicles When giving starting assistance, always & WARNING Risk of explosion from a fro‐ make sure that you only connect bat‐ zen battery * NOTE Damage caused by numerous or tery terminals with identical polarity. A discharged battery may freeze at tempera‐ extended attempts to start the engine During starting assistance, you must tures slightly above or below freezing point.
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The ignition and all electrical consumers are Only use battery chargers tested and switched off. approved for Mercedes-Benz. The hood is open. Read the battery charger's operating instruc‐ tions before charging the battery. Observe the additional following points during...
Connect the negative pole of the donor bat‐ cable, close cover of positive clamp 4. approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. tery and ground point of your own vehicle Further information can be obtained at a quali‐...
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384 Breakdown assistance For towing, use a tow rope or tow bar with both Towing with a raised axle: towing should be * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to tow‐ axles on the ground. Do not use tow bar systems performed by a towing company.
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Breakdown assistance 385 Towing the vehicle with both axles on the the permissible gross mass of your own * NOTE Damage due to towing away at ground vehicle. excessively high speeds or over long dis‐ tances Observe the notes on the permitted towing If a vehicle must be tow-started or towed away, methods ( page 383).
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386 Breakdown assistance Do not activate the HOLD function. board electrical system with power Make sure that the steering wheel can page 382). Deactivate the tow-away alarm ( page 91). move freely, before towing the vehicle away. Load the vehicle onto the transporter. Deactivate Active Brake Assist ( page 176).
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Breakdown assistance 387 Press button again and hold it for at least The vehicle has been loaded onto five seconds. the transporter correctly The vehicle is raised from the raised level to The vehicle is secured at all four the transport level. wheels with suitable tensioning The transport level is reached when indicator straps...
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388 Breakdown assistance Press and hold button for at least five Installing the towing eye * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain due to seconds. incorrect positioning The vehicle is adjusted to the height of the Do not position the vehicle above the last active drive program.
Only use fuses that have been approved Ensure the following before replacing a fuse: by Mercedes-Benz and which have the Vehicles with automatic transmission must The vehicle is secured against rolling away. correct fuse rating.
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390 Breakdown assistance The ignition is switched off. Opening The electrical fuses are located in the following & WARNING Risk of injury from using the fuse boxes: windshield wipers while the engine hood Fuse box in the engine compartment on the is open driver's side ( page 390)
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Breakdown assistance 391 Insert lid into the bracket at the rear of Open cover in the direction of the arrow the fuse box. and remove it. Fold down lid of the fuse box and tighten screws 4. Opening and closing the fuse box in the front passenger footwell Insert cover on both sides and engage...
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392 Breakdown assistance Open cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it. Opening and closing the fuse box in the trunk Requirements: Observe the notes on electrical fuses page 389). Fold cover down in the direction of the arrow.
394 Wheels and tires vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains This could cause damage to the vehicle or with the same quality standard. the tires. If snow chains are installed, the maximum Never mount snow chains on the front permissible speed is 30 mph (50 km/h).
Wheels and tires 395 Tire pressure which is too low can cause: Tire pressure before embarking on a longer journey Tire faults as a result of overheating. Notes on tire pressure if operating conditions change, e.g. off- road driving Impaired handling characteristics. &...
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Conditions for cold tires: caps specifically approved by objects. Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto The vehicle has been parked with the tires Check whether the wheel or valve has a out of direct sunlight for at least three hours.
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Wheels and tires 397 Maximum tire pressure ( page 408) Checking tire pressures manually Read the tire pressure for the current operat‐ ing conditions from the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure table. Observe the notes on tire pressure. Remove the valve cap of the tire to be checked.
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398 Wheels and tires Further related subjects: the tire pressure table, you must find out the Your vehicle has also been equipped with a Notes on tire pressure ( page 395) correct tire pressures for these tires. TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
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Wheels and tires 399 gauge. Note that the correct tire pressure for the Checking the tire pressure with the tire pres‐ allow the TPMS to continue to function prop‐ sure monitoring system current operating situation must first be taught- erly. in to the tire pressure monitoring system.
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400 Wheels and tires The tire pressures are already being moni‐ Restart the tire pressure monitoring system in Make sure to observe the following further rela‐ tored. the following situations: ted subject: The tire pressure has changed. Notes on tire pressure ( page 395) Compare the tire pressure with the recom‐...
Wheels and tires 401 Radio-equipment approval of the tire pres‐ Loading the vehicle Country Radio type approval number sure monitoring system Notes on Tire and Loading Information plac‐ FCC ID: MRXGG4T Radio equipment approval numbers FCC ID: MRXDG6W2D4 Country Radio type approval number &...
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402 Wheels and tires Recommended tire pressures for cold tires. The recommended tire pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and up to the maximum permissible vehicle speed. Please also note: Information on permissible weights and loads on the vehicle identification plate page 427).
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Please consult an Tire pressure table ( page 396) your vehicle. authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have Vehicle identification plate (3): Subtract the combined weight of the any questions about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
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404 Wheels and tires Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Combined maximum weight of occupants and 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) load (data from the Tire and Loading Information placard) Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occupants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2...
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Wheels and tires 405 Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Permissible load (maximum gross vehicle weight 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 750 lbs (340 kg) = 750 lbs 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 200 lbs (91 kg) = 1300 lbs rating from the Tire and Loading Information (340 kg) (589 kg)
406 Wheels and tires Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 409) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 409) Tire name The data shown in the image is example data.
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Wheels and tires 407 and one-half times as well on the government sure of all tires including the spare * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain from test track as a tire graded 100. wheel. wheelspin The relative performance of tires depends upon Adjust the tire pressure as necessary.
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408 Wheels and tires Tire size: identifier describes the tire The data shown in the image is example size. data. Maximum tire load is the maximum permissi‐ Tire type code: tire type code can be used by the manufacturer as a code to ble weight for which the tire is approved.
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Wheels and tires 409 Never exceed maximum tire pressure speci‐ Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index fied for the tire. & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed‐ Information on tire characteristics ing the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire...
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Load-bearing index required speed rating from an authorized "LT": light truck tires according to US manu‐ Numerical code that specifies the maximum Mercedes-Benz Center. facturing standards. load-bearing capacity of a tire (e.g. "91" corre‐ sponds to 1356 lbs (615 kg)).
Wheels and tires 411 All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on Index Speed rating the maximum load that the tire can carry at a Index Speed rating certain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
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412 Wheels and tires Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards: a regardless of whether it is actually installed on of the fully laden vehicle (weight of the vehicle uniform standard to grade the quality of tires the vehicle or not. including all accessories, occupants, fuel, lug‐ with regard to tread quality, tire traction and gage and the trailer drawbar noseweight if appli‐...
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Wheels and tires 413 these are installed on the vehicle, but does not without direct sunlight on the tires or the vehicle er's identity code, tire size, tire type code and include passengers or luggage. has been driven for less than 1 mile (1.6 km). the manufacturing date.
Designation and accessories which have been specially the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐ Manufacturer approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. ognize dangers. Model These tires are specially adapted to the con‐ You can ask for information regarding permitted ®...
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Accessory parts that are not approved for your Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Avoid obstacles or drive particularly vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used have been checked and recommended by carefully. correctly can impair the operating safety.
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416 Wheels and tires Observe the following when selecting, installing For M+S tires, only use tires with the same Tire and Loading Information placard and replacing tires: tread. page 401) Only use tires and wheels of the same type Observe the maximum permissible speed for Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended the M+S tires installed.
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Wheels and tires 417 The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels Notes on storing wheels differ: When storing wheels, observe the following Front wheels wear more on the shoulder of notes: the tire After removing wheels, store them in a cool, Rear wheels wear more at the center of the dry and preferably dark place.
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418 Wheels and tires Setting up the folding chock The vehicle is not on a slope. The vehicle is prepared for a wheel change page 418). The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level ground. Plastic hub cap Apply the electric parking brake manually. To remove: turn the center cover of the hub cap counter-clockwise and remove the hub Move the front wheels to the straight-ahead...
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Important notes on using the jack: The socket can be found in the tire-change tool kit. Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise Position wheel wrench on socket 2. the vehicle. Using wheel wrench 3, turn hub cap The jack is only designed for raising and counter-clockwise and remove it.
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420 Wheels and tires * NOTE Vehicle damage from the jack If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jack support point of the vehicle, the jack could tip over with the vehi‐ cle raised. The jack is designed exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack sup‐...
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Wheels and tires 421 Removing a wheel Requirements: The vehicle is raised ( page 419). Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in the Supplement. Otherwise, you may fail to rec‐ ognize dangers. When changing a wheel, avoid applying any force to the brake discs, since this could impair the level of comfort when braking.
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422 Wheels and tires Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in For tires with a specified direction of rotation, an * NOTE Damage to paintwork of the wheel the Supplement. Otherwise, you may not recog‐ arrow on the side wall of the tire indicates the rim when screwing on the first wheel bolt nize dangers.
Wheels and tires 423 Place the ratchet onto the hexagon nut of the Emergency spare wheel & WARNING Risk of injury through incor‐ jack so that the letters "AB" are visible. rect tightening torque Notes on the emergency spare wheel To lower the vehicle: turn the ratchet of the The wheels could come loose if the wheel jack counter-clockwise.
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424 Wheels and tires Be sure to also observe the following further at the nearest qualified specialist work‐ related subjects: shop. The new wheel must have the correct dimensions. Notes on tire pressure ( page 395) Tire and Loading Information placard Check the tire pressure of the emergency spare page 401) wheel installed.
You can obtain further two-way radios are not observed. information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz If you operate two-way radios incorrectly in Only use approved frequency bands. Center.
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426 Technical data Use Technical Specification ISO/TS 21609 (Road Frequency band and maximum transmission output Vehicles – "EMCs for installation of aftermarket radio frequency transmitting equipment") when Frequency band Maximum transmis‐ retrofitting two-way radios. Comply with the sion output legal requirements for detachable parts. Short wave 100 W If your vehicle has installing for two-way radio...
Technical data 427 The following can be used in the vehicle without Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine restrictions: number overview RF transmitters with a maximum transmis‐ Vehicle identification plate sion output of up to 100 mW RF transmitters with transmitter frequencies in the 380 - 410 MHz waveband and a maxi‐...
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428 Technical data Never exceed the permissible gross vehicle Additional plates weight or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. VIN in front of the front seat Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load Paint code...
Technical data 429 Operating fluids Fire, open flames, smoking and creation oughly with clean water. Seek medical of sparks must be avoided. attention immediately. Notes on operating fluids Switch off the ignition and, if available, If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐ Mercedes-AMG vehicles: observe the notes in the stationary heater, before and while tion immediately.
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430 Technical data Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the available fuel is not sufficiently low in sul‐ * NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel fur, this can produce unpleasant odors. You can identify operating fluids approved by...
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In this at a gas station case, in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed at a qualified specialist workshop with the cleaning additive recommended by USA only: at http://www.mbusa.com Mercedes-Benz.
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To achieve the lowest possible fuel consumption, from the air. This lowers the boiling point of Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the it is recommended to use the engine oil specifi‐ the brake fluid. If the boiling point is too low,...
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* NOTE Overheating at high outside tem‐ qualified specialist workshop. adding antifreeze. peratures Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz Make sure that no antifreeze spills out If an inappropriate coolant is used, the according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0.
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Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit windshield washer concentrate has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. For the correct mixing ratio, refer to the informa‐ Do not mix the approved refrigerant Windshield washer concentrate is highly tion on the antifreeze container.
Technical data 435 Refrigerant filling capacity and PAG oil Model Refrigerant S 560 4MATIC 23.3 ± 0.4 oz (660 ± 10 g) Model PAG oil S 560 4MATIC 3.9 ± 0.4 oz (110 ± 10 g) Hazard and service warning symbols Refrigerant filling capacity Vehicle data Applicable standards...
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436 Technical data Vehicle dimensions Weights and loads S 560 4MATIC Please observe the following notes for the speci‐ fied vehicle data: Vehicle length 198.1 in items of optional equipment increase the (5032 mm) curb weight and reduce the payload. Vehicle width including out‐...
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 437 on the multifunction display. Press the ¨ Display messages symbol to hide the display message. Introduction You can hide low-priority display messages by Notes on display messages pressing the P button or the left-hand Touch Display messages appear on the multifunction Control.
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438 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 34). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may SRS Malfunction Service not deploy as intended during an accident.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 439 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Recognition of a restraint system malfunction: The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on. The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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440 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions A person in the front passenger seat could then, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the cockpit. Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 441 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ensure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct. NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur.
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442 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * The SmartKey battery is discharged. Replace the battery ( page 63). Replace Key Battery Á * The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. If the SmartKey is still not recognized, place it in the marked space for starting with the SmartKey Key Not Detected (white...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 443 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * SmartKey detection is malfunctioning. Place the Key in the Marked Space See Opera- Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. tor's Manual Place the SmartKey in the marked space for starting the engine with the SmartKey ( page 141).
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444 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The exterior lighting is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Opera- tor’s Manual * The light sensor is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative * The active headlamps are malfunctioning.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 445 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on. Turn the light switch to the à position. Switch Off Lights * The Intelligent Light System is faulty. The lighting system continues to function properly without the functions of the Intelligent Light System.
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446 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Heavy rain, snow or fog Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 447 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of injury and accident due to an insufficient supply of fresh air If the climate control system is malfunctioning, carbon dioxide levels may increase in the vehicle interior. Breathing in carbon dioxide may cause dizziness.
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448 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The power steering assistance is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to altered steering characteristics If the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to steer. Steering Malfunction Increased Physical Effort If safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 449 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The active hood (pedestrian protection) is malfunctioning or inoperative after having already been triggered. Active Hood Malfunction See Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * At least one door is open. Close all doors.
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450 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open. Close the trunk lid. * The seat backrest of the corresponding front seat is not engaged. Fold the seat backrest back until it engages.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 451 Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The coolant level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage due to insufficient coolant Check Coolant Level See Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant. Operator's Manual Add coolant ( page 359).
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452 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. In doing so, ensure that the coolant temperature display remains below the red marking. ÿ * The fan motor is faulty.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 453 Transmission Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Apply Brake to Shift from * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j and into another transmission position. Depress the brake pedal. Select transmission position h, k or neutral i.
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454 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You have attempted to start the engine in transmission position h or k. Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start Engine Depress the brake pedal. Select park position j or neutral i. Start the engine.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 455 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission position k cannot be selected. Reversing Not Possible Service Required Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Transmission Malfunction * The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission shifts to neutral i automatically. Stop Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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456 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch the ignition off and switch it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 165).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 457 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
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458 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To apply: Switch off the ignition. The electric parking brake will be applied automatically. If the electric parking brake is not to be applied, e.g. at an automatic car wash or when the vehicle is being towed, leave the ignition switched on.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 459 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 165).
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460 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is lit. You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the ignition switched off. Switch on the ignition.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 461 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any cir‐ cumstances. Do not add brake fluid. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The brakepads have reached the wear limit.
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462 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. ATTENTION ASSIST Inoper- ative é * ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver page 213).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 463 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. ¢ * The vehicle level may be lowered for the following reasons: You have selected a different drive program. You have exceeded the speed limit. Lowering You have changed the vehicle level by pressing the button.
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464 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * NOTE The tires on the front axle or the fenders could be damaged by large steering movements Avoid large steering movements while driving and listen for scraping sounds. If you hear scraping sounds, pull over and stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions, and set a higher vehicle level if possible.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 465 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on. As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again. If necessary, clean the windshield in the camera's field of vision. Check the tire pressure if necessary.
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466 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable. Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavailable See The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 222). Operator's Manual Vehicles with Active Steering Assist: The camera view may be limited by the windshield.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 467 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Clean the windshield. * Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable. Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See Operator's The system limits have been reached (...
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468 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine. * Active Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning. Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 469 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again. If the display message does not disappear: Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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470 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has deactivated automatically ( page 181). Active Distance Assist Cur- * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily unavailable.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 471 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control Off * Cruise control has been deactivated. If there is an additional warning tone, cruise control has been deactivated automatically ( page 177).
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472 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive carefully on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 19 mph (30 km/h). If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive carefully. * ABS and ESP ®...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 473 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ * ESP ® is temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual If ESP...
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474 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 475 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. * Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Evasive Steering Active Brake Assist Func- tions Currently Limited See ®...
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476 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 477 Battery Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine is off and the charge level is too low. Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. To charge the battery: 12 V Battery See Opera- tor's Manual Leave the engine running for a few minutes, or drive an extended distance.
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478 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The battery is no longer being charged and the charge level is too low. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving Stop Vehicle See Opera- Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 479 Tire pressure monitor Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Tire Press. Monitor Cur- * There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. As a result, no signals from the tire pressure sensors are being received.
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480 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or more wheels. No pressure value is displayed for the affec‐ ted tire. Have the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. Wheel Sensor(s) Missing * The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 481 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the difference in tire pressure between the individual wheels is too great. Check the tire pressure and add air, if necessary. Please Correct Tire Pres- When the tire pressure is correct, restart the tire pressure monitor ( page 400).
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482 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * At least one tire is overheating. The affected tires are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the Tires Overheated tires are displayed in yellow. Drive more slowly.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 483 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check the engine oil level when next refueling. Add engine oil ( page 358). Notes on engine oil ( page 431). * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
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484 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 485 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Instrument Display...
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486 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Indicator and warning lamps: Ù Electric power steering malfunction Low beam ( page 120) page 488) Parking lamps ( page 120) ä AIRMATIC/Active Body Control mal‐ function ( page 494) High beam ( page 121) Check Engine ( page 489) #! Turn signal light (...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 487 Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 34). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning lamp If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may...
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488 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red seat belt warning lamp will light up for six seconds once the engine has started. In addition, a warning tone may sound. *The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Seat belt warning lamp Fasten your seat belt ( page 39).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 489 Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp Coolant level too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty If there is an additional warning tone, the coolant temperature has exceeded the maximum permissible temperature.
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490 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Exit the vehicle and keep a safe distance from it until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level ( page 359). Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not impaired.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 491 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while driving. *There has been pressure loss in the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leak‐ ing.
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492 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow indicator lamp is also lit if the electric parking brake malfunctions. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Red indicator lamp, electric parking brake applied (USA only)
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 493 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA) There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
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494 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Note the messages on the multifunction display. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Driving systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. * The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 495 Driving safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *ABS is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, EBD is malfunctioning. ABS warning lamp Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
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496 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. * One or more wheels has reached its grip limit ( page 169). Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions. ®...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 497 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions å ® The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. * ESP ® is deactivated. & WARNING Risk of skidding when driving with ESP ®...
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498 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Tire pressure monitor Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit. *The tire pressure monitoring system is defective. Tire pressure monitoring &...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 499 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The driving characteristics, as well as steering and braking, may be greatly impaired. You could then lose control of the vehicle. Observe the recommended tire pressure. Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
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500 Index Acoustic locking verification signal Switching off/deactivating ....181 1, 2, 3 ... Activating/deactivating ......62 Switching on/activating ....... 181 4MATIC ............. 155 System limitations ....... 179 Activating/deactivating automatic Function ..........155 volume adjustment Active Emergency Stop Assist ....189 12 V battery Burmester ®...
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Index 501 Active Service System PLUS Additives (engine oil) Adjusting the sound optimization see ASSYST PLUS see Additives ® Burmester high-end 3D surround sound system ........353 Active Speed Limit Assist ....... 183 Additives (fuel) Display ..........183 see Fuel Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass Function ..........
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502 Index Air suspension Alarm Anti-theft alarm system see AIRMATIC see Panic alarm see ATA (anti-theft alarm system) Air vents ........... 137 Alarm system Anti-theft protection Adjusting (front) ........137 see ATA (anti-theft alarm system) Immobilizer ..........89 Adjusting (rear) ........138 All-wheel drive Anticipatory occupant protection Glove box ..........
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Selecting playback options ....335 Activating/deactivating the interior see Automatic front passenger front Track list ..........335 airbag shutoff motion sensor ........92 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Arming/disarming the tow-away Automatic lateral support adjustment see Qualified specialist workshop alarm ............. 91 Setting ........... 98 Deactivating the alarm ......
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504 Index Transmission positions ......151 ® BAS (Brake Assist System) ....169 Bluetooth ..........265 Driving tips .......... 145 Activating/deactivating ....... 265 EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ Information .......... 265 tion) ............. 172 BAS (Brake Assist System) ..... 169 ®...
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Index 505 Adjusting the sound optimization ..353 Calling up the sound menu Care ............369 Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass ® Air-water duct ........361 Burmester high-end 3D surround settings ..........352 Automatic car wash ......361 sound system ........352 Automatic volume adjustment .....
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506 Index Change of ownership ........ 23 Notes on risks and dangers ....50 Activating/deactivating the synchro‐ Securing on the front passenger seat ..59 nization function (multimedia sys‐ Changing a wheel Securing on the rear seat ...... 58 tem) ............. 135 Preparation ..........
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Index 507 Ventilating the vehicle (convenience Connectivity Trademarks ..........32 opening) ..........78 Switching transmission of the vehicle Cornering light function ......123 Windshield heater ........ 137 position on/off ........265 Cross Traffic Alert ........212 Climate style Contacts ........... 309 Crosswind Assist Function ..........
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508 Index Deactivating the alarm (ATA) ....90 Selecting a POI ........281 Selecting from the map ....... 284 Dealership Damage detection (parked vehicle) ..166 Selecting previous destinations ... 280 see Qualified specialist workshop Dashboard Detecting inattentiveness Declaration of conformity see Cockpit see ATTENTION ASSIST Wireless vehicle components ....
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Index 509 Display content Check Coolant Level See Oper‐ Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehi‐ Setting the additional value range ..229 ator's Manual ........451 cle Turn Engine Off ......484 Display message ........437 Check Engine Oil At Next Refu‐ Engine Oil Pressure Stop Calling up (on-board computer) ...
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510 Index Á Key Not Detected (red display See Operator's Manual ....477 Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch message) ..........442 Shift to 'P' ........454 the Ignition Off Before Exiting ....447 Á Key Not Detected (white dis‐ É Vehicle Rising Please Wait ..
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Index 511 Active Lane Keeping Assist Camera Air Conditioning Malfunction See Hazard Warning Flashers Malfunc‐ View Restricted See Operator's Man‐ Operator's Manual ......446 tioning ..........446 ............466 Apply Brake to Shift from 'P' ....453 Let fresh air into the vehicle interior. Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Apply Brake to Shift to 'R' ....
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512 Index Drawbar Service Required Do Not Shift Gears Traffic Sign Assist Inoperative ..... 468 see Tow-bar system Visit Dealer .......... 454 Transmission Malfunction Stop ... 455 Drinking and driving ........ 145 Shift to 'P' or 'N' to Start Engine ..
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Index 513 STEER CONTROL ......... 172 Drowsiness detection EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ tion) see ATTENTION ASSIST Driving system Function/notes ........172 see 360° Camera Dynamic handling control system ECO display see Active Blind Spot Assist ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Function ..........
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Activating/deactivating ....... 171 Starting (Remote Online) ..... 143 Function/notes ........169 Emergency call system Starting (start/stop button) ....141 see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Exterior lighting Starting assistance ......382 Care ............ 368 Emergency engine start ......389 Switching off (start/stop button) ..158...
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Index 515 Calling up ..........258 Frequency band Fuses ............389 Deleting ..........259 Dialing (on-board computer) ....234 Before replacing a fuse ......389 Moving ..........259 Dashboard fuse box ......391 Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ..41 Overview ..........
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516 Index Gasoline ........... 430 Rear passenger compartment (lower‐ Hood ing from the front) ......... 97 Function (active hood) ......355 Gearshift recommendation ....154 Opening/closing ......... 356 Head-up Display ........236 Genuine parts ..........21 Resetting (active hood) ......355 Adjusting display elements (on-board Glass roof computer) ..........
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Entering ..........282 ® see Apple CarPlay Instrument cluster Modifying ..........282 see Mercedes-Benz Link see Instrument Display Starting an automatic gas station Instrument cluster lighting ....230 search ..........281 Instrument Display ......... 226 Starting the automatic service sta‐...
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518 Index Lighting Live Traffic Information see Interior lighting Displaying subscription information ..294 Labeling (tires) see Lights Displaying the traffic map ....294 see Tire labeling Displaying traffic incidents ....295 Lights ............120 Lamp Extending a subscription ..... 294 Adaptive Highbeam Assist ....
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Index 519 Locking the doors from the inside ..66 Malfunction Updating ..........300 Unlocking and opening doors from Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ....198 Map and compass the inside ..........66 Restraint system ........34 Overview ..........296 Low-beam headlamps Malfunction message Massage program Switching on/off .........
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Calling up ..........326 Media playback Maintenance ........231 Using voice control ......327 Operating (on-board computer) ... 235 Media ..........235 Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys‐ Media search Navigation ........... 233 tem ............322 Starting ..........338 Overview ..........227 Automatic emergency call ....
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Configuring drive program I ....151 ® see Apple CarPlay Updating the map data ......300 Damage detection (parked vehicle) ..166 see Mercedes-Benz Link Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐ ENERGIZING COMFORT program see Second telephone tem) ............. 243 (overview) ..........275 see Telephone Favorites ..........
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522 Index Navigation announcements Function ..........217 see Seat belt Activating/deactivating ....... 290 Pedestrian detection ......217 Odometer Adjusting the volume ......291 Spotlight function ........ 218 see Total distance Repeating ..........291 Switching on/off ......... 218 Switching audio fadeout on/off ... 291 Non-operational time see Engine oil Navigation messages...
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Index 523 Opening the trunk lid using your foot Overhead control panel Parking aid HANDS-FREE ACCESS ......73 Overview ..........12 see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Operating fluids Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ....196 Additives (fuel) ........431 Activating ..........200 Brake fluid ........... 432 Adjusting warning tones ......
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524 Index PASSENGER AIR BAG status display Picture settings PRE-SAFE ® Sound ......... 48 see Automatic front passenger front see Video mode Reversing measures ......49 airbag shutoff PIN protection PRE-SAFE ® PLUS (anticipatory occu‐ Payload Activating/deactivating ....... 270 pant protection plus) ........ 49 Calculation example ......
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Index 525 Switching the HD Radio function Setting favorites (360° Camera) ..206 on/off ..........345 Rear window QR code Tagging music tracks ......346 Roller sunblind ........87 Rescue card .......... 28 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐ Reflective safety vest ......372 Qualified specialist workshop ....
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526 Index Restoring (factory settings) Displaying destination information ..287 Route-based speed adjustment see Reset function (multimedia system) Planning ..........282 Setting ..........185 Selecting a type ........285 Restraint system ........33 Run-flat characteristics Selecting an alternative route ....287 Basic instructions for children ....
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Index 527 Selecting a category ......348 Seat (rear passenger compartment) ..16 Seat ventilation Selecting a channel ......349 Setting options ........16 Activating/deactivating ....... 101 Setting music and sport alerts .... 349 Second telephone ........306 Seat belt ............. 35 Setting the parental control ....
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Android Auto Setting the date format ......264 see Apple CarPlay ® Sliding sunroof .......... 80 Setting the distance unit ......269 see Mercedes-Benz Link Automatic functions ......83 Setting the footwell temperature see Telephone Closing ..........80 Setting ..........135 Closing using the SmartKey ....
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Index 529 Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass Start/Stop button STEER CONTROL settings ..........351 Parking the vehicle ......158 Function/notes ........172 Automatic volume adjustment ..... 351 Starting the vehicle ......141 Steering wheel ......... 227 Calls up the sound menu ..... 351 Switching on the power supply or Adjusting (electrically) ......
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530 Index Stowage compartments Synchronization function Tank content see Stowage compartment Activating/deactivating (multimedia Fuel ............. 431 system) ..........135 Reserve (fuel) ........431 Stowage space under the trunk floor ..112 System settings Technical data Sulfur content ......... 430 Activating/deactivating PIN protec‐ Information ..........
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Index 531 Notes ..........302 Configuring the displayed text mes‐ Tire characteristics ......... 409 Operating modes ......... 304 sages ........... 312 Tire inflation compressor Reception and transmission volume ..308 Deleting ..........314 see TIREFIT kit Switching mobile phones (Near Field Drafts ..........
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532 Index Maximum ..........408 Characteristics ........409 Speed rating ........409 Notes ..........395 Checking ..........393 Storing ..........417 Restarting the tire pressure monitor‐ Checking the tire pressure (man‐ Temperature grade ......406 ing system ........... 400 ually) ............ 397 Tire and Loading Information placard ..
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Index 533 Setting the sensitivity ......255 Traffic information ........293 Trip Displaying the traffic map ....294 Menu (on-board computer) ....232 Touchpad ..........256 Displaying traffic incidents ....295 Trip computer Activating/deactivating haptic oper‐ Extending a Live Traffic Information ation feedback ........
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534 Index Logging out ......... 330 User profile ..........270 Medical aids .......... 27 Overview ..........329 Creating ..........271 Parking for an extended period .... 166 Registering .......... 330 Importing/exporting ......271 Problem notification ......27 Saving stations ........330 Options ..........
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Index 535 Vehicle length ........435 Vehicle operation Vision Vehicle width ........435 Outside the USA or Canada ....23 Removing condensation from the Wheelbase ........... 435 windows ..........135 Vehicle position Windshield heater ........ 137 Vehicle data storage Switching transmission on/off .... 265 Event data recorders ......
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536 Index Voice prompting ........240 Warning/indicator lamps ....... 485 ! Red indicator lamp, electric Overview ..........485 Voice control system parking brake applied (Canada only) ... 492 PASSENGER AIR BAG ......46 see Voice Control System F Red indicator lamp, electric Warranty ............
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Index 537 Showing/hiding the web browser Load index ........... 409 TIREFIT kit ..........374 menu ........... 327 Load-bearing capacity ......409 Traction grade ........406 Maximum tire load ......408 Tread wear grade ......... 406 what3words Maximum tire pressure ....... 408 Unusual handling characteristics ..
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