Page 1 Digital – as an app Here you can find comprehen‐ You can find the Operator's Man‐ The Mercedes-Benz Guides app sive information about operating ual on the Mercedes-Benz home‐ is available free-of-charge in your vehicle and about services page. familiar app stores.
Page 2 Observe the chapter "Children in the vehicle". Front passenger airbag warning Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mbusa.com (USA only) http://www.mercedes-benz.ca (Canada only) Documentation team ©...
Page 3 The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐ Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐ Before you first drive off, read this Operator's trations. Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with The following are integral parts of the vehicle: your vehicle.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Notes on pets in the vehicle ......60 General notes ..........18 Light and visibility ........112 Protecting the environment ......18 Exterior lighting ........... 112 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ...... 18 Opening and closing ........61 Interior lighting ..........117 Operator's Manual ........19 SmartKey ............61 Windshield wiper and windshield washer Service and vehicle operation ......
Page 5 Contents Media ............247 Loading the vehicle ........302 Driving and parking ........131 Radio ............251 Tire labeling ..........306 Driving ............131 Sound ............254 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..311 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ......139 Changing a wheel ........
Page 6: Symbols
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...
Page 8: At A Glance
At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel paddle shifters Calls up the radio → → Combination switch Calls up media → → DIRECT SELECT lever Calls up the telephone → → Start/stop button Calls up favorites → → Media display Calls up vehicle functions →...
Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → → Electric parking brake Light switch...
Page 12: Warning And Indicator Lamps
At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps Instrument Display (standard)
Page 13 At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps → ! ABS malfunction % This indicator lamp has no function → → #! Turn signal lights ; Check Engine → → h Tire pressure monitor R Rear fog light → → Speedometer K High beam →...
Page 14: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance – Overhead control panel...
Page 15 → → Sun visors Service call button (Mercedes me connect) → → p Switches the left-hand reading lamp SOS emergency call system (Mercedes-Benz on/off emergency call system) → → | Switches the automatic light control 3 Opens/closes the panoramic sliding...
Page 16: Door Control Panel And Seat Adjustment
At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment...
Page 17 At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment → → Operates the memory function W Opens/closes the rear left side window → → Adjusts the seats electrically W Opens/closes the left side window → → Switches the seat heating on/off Adjusts the head restraints →...
Page 18: Emergencies And Breakdowns
At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
Page 19 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → → Safety vests QR code for accessing the rescue card → → Buttons for the SOS emergency call system Tow-starting and towing away and breakdown assistance → Warning triangle → Hazard warning lamps →...
Page 20: General Notes
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Help to protect the environment by operating Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front.
Page 21: Operator's Manual
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.
Page 22: Service And Vehicle Operation
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.
Page 23: Operating Safety
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.
Page 24: Declaration Of Conformity For Wireless Vehicle Components
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...
Page 25: Diagnostics Connection
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.
Page 26: Correct Use Of The Vehicle
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of service center. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec‐ 1966". essary, contact us at one of the following If you believe that your vehicle has a defect...
Page 27: Limited Warranty
This damage is not covered either by the eration, lateral acceleration, display of fas‐ Electronic control units are installed in your vehi‐ Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the tened seat belts) cle. Some of these are necessary for the safe New‑...
Page 28 General notes data is temporary and is only processed in the Depending on the selected equipment, you can Depending on the equipment, this includes, for vehicle itself. Only a small portion of the data is import data into vehicle convenience and info‐ example: stored in the event or fault memory.
Page 29 General notes further data processing occurs is determined by sonal data may be used for the provision of MBUX multimedia system/Mercedes me connect 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‐...
Page 30: Copyright
Data Retrieval (CDR) tool that is used to extract EDRs. data from the EDR is commercially available, How fast the vehicle was traveling Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly Copyright This data can help provide a better understand‐ disclaims any and all liability arising from the...
Page 31 General notes Registered trademarks Gracenote ® is a registered trademark of Gracenote, Inc. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue‐ ® ZAGATSurvey and related brands are regis‐ tooth SIG Inc. tered trademarks of ZagatSurvey, LLC. DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. ®...
Page 32: Occupant Safety
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.
Page 33 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.
Page 34: Seat Belts
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‐...
Page 35 Occupant safety The seat belt must be routed across the cen‐ tions for loading the vehicle when securing & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to ter of the shoulder and as low down across objects, luggage or loads ( page 93).
Page 36 & WARNING Risk of injury or death when Only use seat belts which have been approved The seat belt buckle is damaged or for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. additional restraint systems are not used extremely dirty for persons with a smaller build...
Page 37 Occupant safety Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop due to modified seat belt systems after an accident. If you feed seat belts through the opening in...
Page 38 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: ©...
Page 39: Airbags
Occupant safety In the following cases, the seat belt warning Front passenger airbag & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injuries lights up during a journey if: Window curtain airbag if the front-passenger airbag is enabled The vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph Side airbag If the front-passenger front airbag is enabled, (25 km/h) and the driver's or front...
Page 40 Occupant safety the journey, that the status of the front Protection by the airbags Always make sure that there are no passenger airbag is correct ( page 42). objects between the airbag and vehicle Depending on the accident situation, an airbag occupant.
Page 41 You should only use seat covers that Limited protection from 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).
Page 42 Occupant safety Status of the front passenger front airbag The backrest of the forward-facing child Consequently, the airbags cannot protect restraint system must lie as flat as possible vehicle occupants as they are designed to Function of the automatic front passenger against the backrest of the front-passenger airbag shutoff seat.
Page 43 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.
Page 44 Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indica‐ The status of the front passenger airbag is dis‐ Status display tor lamps played 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 airbag is correct for 60 seconds, subsequently both indicator...
Page 45 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‐...
Page 46: Pre-Safe
Occupant safety with a build corresponding to that of an adult The person is seated properly with a cor‐ & WARNING Risk of injury or death when should not use the front passenger seat. rectly fastened seat belt. the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator Instead, they should use a rear seat.
Page 47: Safely Transporting Children In The Vehicle
Occupant safety Vehicles with sliding sunroof: Closing the If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced, System limits sliding sunroof. move the seat backrest back slightly. The system will not initiate any action in the fol‐ The locking mechanism releases. lowing situations: Vehicles with memory function: Moving the front passenger seat to a more favorable...
Page 48 Confirmation that the child restraint system Always secure the child in a child restraint complies with the standards can be found on an system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ Mercedes-Benz recommends using a child instruction label on the child restraint system.
Page 49 Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child event of an accident, sudden braking or a The child cannot be restrained in the event of booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide.
Page 50 Occupant safety Observe the warning labels in the vehicle Only use child restraint systems which are in Always comply with the child restraint proper working condition interior and on the child restraint system. system manufacturer's installation instructions. Also secure Top Tether if present. &...
Page 51 Occupant safety Avoid direct sunlight Observe when stopping or parking Starting the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of burns when the child & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. seat is exposed to direct sunlight due to children left unattended in the vehicle When leaving the vehicle, always take...
Page 52 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 Also secure Top Tether if present page 54) Front passenger seat...
Page 53 Occupant safety Vehicle seat Center rear seat Securing system: Vehicle seat belt Also secure Top Tether if present page 54) Activating/deactivating the seat belt's child To install a child restraint system: when Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as special seat belt retractor installing a child restraint system, always soon as possible, paying attention to...
Page 54 Occupant safety To deactivate the special seat belt retrac‐ intended and could result in additional LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system tor: press the release button of the seat belt injury. with integrated seat belt does not offer suffi‐ buckle. cient protection. An excessive load may be Objects or loads in the trunk/cargo com‐...
Page 55 Occupant safety Regularly check that the permissible gross mass O When using a Group I forward-facing of the child and child restraint system is still child restraint system: remove the head complied with. restraint from the respective seat, if possi‐ ble.
Page 56 Occupant safety also cause additional injuries, e.g. in the * NOTE Be careful not to damage the seat event of an accident. belt for the center seat when installing the child restraint system Always lock rear seat backrests after installing Top Tether belts. Make sure that the seat belt is not trap‐...
Page 57 Occupant safety Guide Top Tether belt under the head Vehicles with adjustable head restraints: intended and could result in additional restraint between the two head restraint If necessary, slide the head restraint down‐ injury. bars. wards ( page 86). Make sure that you do Objects or loads in the trunk/cargo com‐...
Page 58 Occupant safety O When using a category I forward-facing O Make sure that the child's feet do not touch Notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing child restraint systems on the front child restraint system: remove the head the front seat. If necessary, move the front restraint from the respective seat, if possi‐...
Page 59 Occupant safety Observe the specific instructions for the rear‐ Securing the child restraint system with the O The child restraint system must not be ten‐ seat belt on the front passenger seat ward-facing and forward-facing child restraint sioned between the roof and the seat cush‐ systems ( page 57).
Page 60 Occupant safety Set the seat backrest to the most vertical Child safety locks Never leave children unattended in the position possible. vehicle. Activating/deactivating the child safety lock Install the child restraint system. for the rear doors When leaving the vehicle, always take The entire base of the child restraint system the key with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 61 Occupant safety The child safety lock on the rear doors secures Activating/deactivating the child safety lock & WARNING Risk of accident and injury for the rear side windows each door separately. The doors can no longer due to children left unattended in the be opened from the inside.
Page 62: Notes On Pets In The Vehicle
Occupant safety With indicator lamp off: via the switch Never leave animals in the vehicle unat‐ on the corresponding rear door or driv‐ tended. er's door. Always correctly secure animals while driving, for example using a suitable animal carrier. Notes on pets in the vehicle &...
Page 63: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Overview of key 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...
Page 64 Opening and closing The tailgate Indicator lamp in the trim on the driver's side flashes when the vehicle is locked from outside. If the vehicle is not opened within approximately Indicator lamp goes out if the vehicle is 40 seconds after unlocking, it locks again. Anti- locked from inside or while the vehicle is in theft protection is armed again.
Page 65 Opening and closing To switch between settings: press the To activate: press any button on the Smart‐ You can use the intermediate position of Ü and ß buttons simultaneously for Key. emergency key to attach the SmartKey to a key ring. approximately six seconds until the battery When the vehicle is started with the Smart‐...
Page 66 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Insert the new battery into battery compart‐ battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐ ment 3. Observe the positive pole marking shop.
Page 67 Opening and closing Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes are: You can no longer lock or unlock the The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. vehicle. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. The SmartKey is defective.
Page 68: Doors
Opening and closing Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle You can also lock and unlock the vehicle Doors from the inside with the buttons on the front passenger door Unlocking and opening doors from the inside and rear doors. This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. The vehicle is not unlocked: If you have locked the vehicle using the SmartKey.
Page 69 Opening and closing To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur‐ face of the door handle. To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface or 2. Convenience closing: touch recessed sen‐ sor surface until the closing process has been completed. Further information on convenience closing page 73).
Page 70 Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The SmartKey is faulty. Activate the SmartKey functions ( page 63). Check the battery using the battery check lamp and replace if necessary ( page 63). Use the emergency key to unlock or lock the vehicle ( page 63).
Page 71 Opening and closing Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the Insert the emergency key as far as it will go To unlock: turn the emergency key counter- emergency key into opening in the cover. clockwise to position 1. Pull and hold the door handle. To lock: turn the emergency key clockwise to Locking/unlocking the driver's door with the position 1.
Page 72: Cargo Compartment
Opening and closing Insert a suitable object, e.g. the emergency Never drive with the tailgate open. Always stow objects in such a way that key, into opening on the door lock. they cannot be thrown around. To lock the left-hand side of the vehicle: Before the journey, secure objects, lug‐...
Page 73: Side Windows
Opening and closing Side windows If someone is trapped, release the but‐ ton immediately or press the button in Opening and closing the side windows order to reopen the side window. & WARNING Risk of entrapment when & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped opening a side window when children operate the side windows When opening a side window, parts of the...
Page 74 Opening and closing To interrupt automatic operation: press or This means that the reverse function cannot pull the W button again. prevent someone from becoming trapped in these situations. When the vehicle is switched off, the side win‐ dows can continue being operated. When closing, make sure that no body parts are in the closing area.
Page 75 Opening and closing Press and hold the Ü button on the Convenience closing (closing the vehicle To close the roller sunblinds: press and from outside) SmartKey. hold the ß button again. The following functions are performed: Convenience closing can also be operated &...
Page 76 Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check to see whether any objects are in the window guide. A side window cannot be closed and Adjust the side windows. you cannot see the cause. Adjusting the side windows If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again immediately: Immediately after this, pull the corresponding button again until the side window has closed, and hold the button for at least one more second (re-adjustment).
Page 77: Sliding Sunroof
Opening and closing Sliding sunroof Release the button immediately if & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if somebody becomes trapped. the sliding sunroof is operated by chil‐ Opening and closing the sliding sunroof dren The term "sliding sunroof" also refers to the Children operating the sliding sunroof could Press the button in any direction during panoramic sliding sunroof.
Page 78 Opening and closing The roller sunblind can be operated only * NOTE Important points to remember when the panoramic sliding sunroof is when a roof rack is installed closed. When a roof rack is installed, raising or open‐ To start automatic operation: press the ing the sliding sunroof may be limited.
Page 79 Opening and closing During the closing process, make sure that Automatic reversing function of the roller sunblind no body parts are in the closing area. Press the button in any direction during If an object is obstructing the roller sunblind dur‐ the automatic closing process.
Page 80 Opening and closing Problems with the sliding sunroof Make sure that nobody reaches into the & WARNING Risk of entrapment by auto‐ sweep of the sliding sunroof whilst the matic lowering of the sliding sunroof The term "sliding sunroof" also refers to the vehicle is in motion.
Page 81: Anti-Theft Protection
Contact an If the ATA system is armed, a visual and audible the ignition is switched off and deactivated when authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call alarm is triggered in the following situations: the ignition is switched on.
Page 82 Opening and closing when the tailgate is opened after pressing the start/stop button with the SmartKey in the stowage compartment when the hood is opened page 132) when the interior motion sensor is triggered page 81) When the Mercedes‑Benz emergency call system is active and the alarm stays on for when the tow-away alarm is triggered more than 30 seconds, a message is auto‐...
Page 83 Opening and closing Function of the tow-away alarm Information on detecting damage on a parked The interior motion sensor is activated automati‐ vehicle ( page 157). cally after approximately ten seconds: An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your After locking the vehicle with the SmartKey vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while the Arming/disarming the tow-away alarm...
Page 84 Opening and closing When the panoramic sliding sunroof is open Activating/deactivating the interior motion sensor Multimedia system: © Settings Quick Access Activate or deactivate Interior Motion Sen- sor. The interior motion sensor is activated again in the following cases: The vehicle is unlocked again. A door is opened.
Page 85: Seats And Stowing
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...
Page 86: Seats
Seats and stowing To adjust the seat fore-and-aft position: Adjusting the front seat electrically Seats lift lever and slide the seat into the Adjusting the front seat mechanically (with desired position. Seat Comfort Package) Make sure that the seat is engaged in posi‐ tion.
Page 87 Seats and stowing Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Head restraints & WARNING Risk of injury due to head restraints which are not installed or are Adjusting the front seat head restraints adjusted incorrectly mechanically If head restraints are not installed or are &...
Page 88 Seats and stowing Adjusting the head restraints of the rear Installing/removing the rear seat head seats mechanically restraints Removing To raise: pull the head restraint up. To lower: press release knob in the direc‐ tion of the arrow and push the head restraint To raise: pull the head restraint up.
Page 89 Seats and stowing Push release knob in the direction of the Adjusting the backrest side bolsters Confirm the prompt. arrow and pull out the head restraint. The settings for the selected seat are reset. Select Side Bolsters. Installing Adjust the air cushion for the desired seat. Switching the seat heating on/off Insert the head restraint such that the notches on the bar are on the left when...
Page 90 Seats and stowing To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ * NOTE Damage to the seats caused by repeatedly until the desired heating objects or documents when the seat level is set. heater is switched on If all indicator lamps are off, the seat heating When the seat heater is switched on, over‐...
Page 91: Steering Wheel
Seats and stowing To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ steering wheel or the mirror and fasten repeatedly until the desired ventila‐ your seat belt. tion level is set. If all indicator lamps are off, the seat ventila‐ & WARNING Risk of entrapment for chil‐ tion is switched off.
Page 92: Easy Entry And Exit Feature
Seats and stowing Switching the steering wheel heater on/off When you switch the ignition off, the steering wheel heater will switch off. Requirements: The ignition is switched on. Easy entry and exit feature Using the easy entry and exit feature &...
Page 93: Operating The Memory Function
Seats and stowing The last drive position will be stored when: During the adjustment process of the When leaving the vehicle, always take easy entry and exit feature, make sure the SmartKey with you and lock the You switch the ignition off that no one has any body parts in the vehicle.
Page 94 Seats and stowing Only use the memory function on the Never leave children unattended in the driver's side when the vehicle is station‐ vehicle. ary. When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the & WARNING Risk of entrapment when set‐ vehicle.
Page 95: Stowage Areas
Seats and stowing Stowage areas Always stow objects in such a way that Always make sure that objects do not they cannot be thrown around. project from stowage spaces, parcel Notes on loading the vehicle nets or stowage nets. Before the journey, secure objects, lug‐ &...
Page 96 Seats and stowing The driving characteristics of your vehicle are Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior Locking/unlocking the glove box dependent on the distribution of the load within Overview of the front stowage compart‐ the vehicle. You should bear the following in ments mind when loading the vehicle: Never exceed the permissible gross mass or...
Page 97 Seats and stowing Stowage compartment for customer litera‐ Opening the eyeglasses compartment Expanding the cargo compartment by folding ture the front-passenger seat backrest forwards & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when adjusting the seats When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g.
Page 98 Seats and stowing Through-loading feature in the rear bench If the seat backrests are not engaged and locked If there is a passenger in the vehicle seat in place, the lock verification indicator will be and the front-passenger seat backrest red.
Page 99 Seats and stowing Left and right seat backrests: if necessary, Fold the corresponding seat backrest for‐ fully insert the seat backrest head restraints wards. page 86). Folding the rear seat backrest back Pull release lever 1. * NOTE Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back the seat backrest The seat belt could become trapped and thus...
Page 100 Seats and stowing Locking the release catch of the center rear Fold the center and left seat backrests for‐ seat backrest wards. Requirements: To lock: slide catch upwards. The left and center seat backrests are The release catch of the center seat backrest engaged and joined together.
Page 101 Seats and stowing Cargo compartment cover Push the cargo compartment cover forwards evenly with both hands until it engages. Installing/removing the cargo compartment Swivel the cargo compartment cover cover upwards and hook hanger through eyelet & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to objects being poorly secured Then pull hanger downwards into eyelet...
Page 102 100 Seats and stowing using lashing material, even when you are using the partition net. For safety reasons, always use a partition net when transporting a load. Damaged partition nets can no longer fulfill their functions and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 103 Seats and stowing 101 With cargo compartment enlargement: Slide the loose end of the tie-down strap into attach hooks to tie-down eyes on the the buckle in the direction of arrow until left and right in such a way that hooks the tie-down straps are loose.
Page 104 102 Seats and stowing Overview of bag hooks & WARNING Risk of injury when using bag hooks with heavy objects The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects or items of luggage. Objects or items of luggage could be thrown around and thereby hit vehicle occupants when braking or abruptly changing direc‐...
Page 105 Seats and stowing 103 Opening or closing the stowage space under Attaching the roof carrier the cargo compartment floor & WARNING Risk of injury if the maximum & WARNING Risk of injury due to an open roof load is exceeded cargo compartment floor When you load the roof, the center of gravity If you drive when the cargo compartment...
Page 106 104 Seats and stowing it when using a roof rack not tested and * NOTE Vehicle damage from non- approved for Mercedes-Benz. approved roof racks When a roof rack is installed, open the The vehicle could be damaged by roof racks...
Page 107: Cup Holder
Seats and stowing 105 Secure the roof rack to the anchorage points To remove: slide snap-in brackets of the Only use the cup holder when the vehi‐ under covers 1. cup holder inwards until they are unlocked. cle is stationary. Comply with the roof rack manufacturer's Move the cup holder upwards out of the Only use the cup holder for containers...
Page 108 106 Seats and stowing Slide the cup holder onto the bars in the * NOTE Damage to the cup holder stowage compartment. When the rear armrest is folded back the cup Slide snap-in brackets outwards until they holder could become damaged. engage.
Page 109: Sockets
Seats and stowing 107 Using the 115 V socket in the rear passenger Sockets & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to incor‐ compartment rect handling of the socket Using the 12 V socket in the front center console You could receive an electric shock: &...
Page 110 108 Seats and stowing Using the 12 V socket in the cargo compart‐ USB port in the rear passenger compartment ment Requirements: Only connect devices up to a maximum of 180 W (15 A). Open flap 3. Insert the plug of the device into 115 V If the ignition is switched on you can charge a socket 1.
Page 111: Wireless Charging Of The Mobile Phone And Connection With The Exterior Antenna
Seats and stowing 109 Wireless charging of the mobile phone and Close the lockable stowage spaces * NOTE Damage to objects caused by connection with the exterior antenna before starting a journey. placing them in the mobile phone stow‐ age compartment Notes on wirelessly charging the mobile Always stow and secure heavy, hard, phone...
Page 112: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats
Small mobile phones may not be able to be charged in every position of the mobile phone stowage compartment. Large mobile phones which do not rest flat in...
Page 113 Seats and stowing 111 This jeopardizes the operating and road safety of the vehicle. Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get into the driver's footwell. Always install the floor mats securely and as prescribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals.
Page 114: 112 Light And Visibility
112 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on or off Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the parking lights is deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low beam indicator lamp.
Page 115 Light and visibility 113 Observe the notes on surround lighting Press the R button. Operating the combination switch for the lights page 116). Please observe the country-specific laws on the Automatic driving lights function use of rear fog lamps. The parking lights, low beam and daytime run‐ ning lamps are switched on automatically depending on the ignition status and the ambi‐...
Page 116 114 Light and visibility High-beam headlamps To indicate permanently: press the combi‐ The hazard warning lamps will switch on auto‐ nation switch beyond the point of resistance matically if: To switch on: turn the light switch to the in the direction of arrow or 4.
Page 117 Light and visibility 115 The function is active in the following cases: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into account road, weather or traffic conditions. at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) when the Adaptive Highbeam Assist function turn signal indicator is switched on or the Detection may be restricted in the following steering wheel is turned...
Page 118 116 Light and visibility The high beam switches off automatically in the Setting the exterior lighting switch-off delay time following cases: At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h). Requirements: If other road users are detected. The light switch is in the Ã position. If street lighting is sufficient.
Page 119: Interior Lighting
Light and visibility 117 Control panel in the grab handle There are 64 colors available. Interior lighting Adjusting the interior lighting Activating the brightness for zones Select Settings. Front overhead control panel Select Brightness Zones. Activate or deactivate the function. The ACCENT, AMBIANCE VENTS...
Page 120: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System
118 Light and visibility Activating welcome lighting Switching the interior lighting switch-off Windshield wiper and windshield washer delay time on/off system Select Welcome. Multimedia system: Activate or deactivate the function. Switching the windshield wipers on/off When the vehicle is unlocked, a special inte‐ ©...
Page 121 Light and visibility 119 Switching the rear window wiper on/off To switch intermittent wiping on or off: ° Continuous wiping, slow press button 2. ¯ Continuous wiping, fast The è symbol will appear on the instru‐ Turn the combination switch to the correct ment cluster when the rear window wiper is position 1 - 5.
Page 122 120 Light and visibility Within around 15 seconds, press the î Hold the wiper arm with one hand. With the Installing the wiper blades button on the combination switch for approx‐ other hand, turn the wiper blade in the direc‐ imately three seconds ( page 118).
Page 123 Light and visibility 121 Fold the wiper arms back onto the wind‐ Maintenance display The duration until the color changes varies shield. depending on the usage conditions. Switch on the ignition. Changing the rear window wiper blade Press the î button on the combination switch ( page 118).
Page 124: Mirrors
122 Light and visibility Fold wiper arm away from the rear win‐ Press wiper blade in the direction of steering wheel or the mirror and fasten dow until it engages in the change position. arrow until it engages in holder 2. your seat belt.
Page 125 Light and visibility 123 outside mirrors. Only then will the automatic skin, eyes, respiratory organs or clothing or mirror folding function work properly. be swallowed. To adjust: briefly press button 2. If you come into contact with electro‐ An outside mirror that has been pushed out of lyte, observe the following: position can be engaged in position again as fol‐...
Page 126 124 Light and visibility anti-glare mode if light from a headlamp hits the The front-passenger outside mirror will move Storing the parking position of the front- passenger outside mirror using reverse gear sensor on the inside rearview mirror. back to its original position in the following sit‐ uations: System limitations Storing...
Page 127: Operating The Sun Visors
Light and visibility 125 Calling up Operating the sun visors Press button to select the front- passenger outside mirror. Engage reverse gear. The front-passenger outside mirror will move to the stored parking position. Activating/deactivating the automatic mirror folding function Multimedia system: ©...
Page 128: 126 Climate Control
Use w Sets the temperature filters recommended and approved by Button without function Mercedes-Benz. Always have service work car‐ H Sets the airflow or switches off climate ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. control Ã...
Page 129: Operating The Climate Control System
Climate control 127 If climate control is switched off, the win‐ Calling up the air conditioning menu using Ã Sets climate control to automatic the button on the control panel dows may fog up more quickly. Switch off mode( page 128) climate control only briefly.
Page 130 128 Climate control Setting climate control to automatic mode b Defroster, middle and side air vents Activating/deactivating the climate control synchronization function via the control W Automatic air distribution In automatic mode, the set temperature is con‐ panel trolled and maintained at a constant level by the air supply.
Page 131 Climate control 129 Select SYNC. Switching the residual heat on/off (Canada) Make sure that all vehicle occupants Depending on the previous status, the func‐ always maintain a sufficient distance to Requirements: tion is activated or deactivated. the air vents. The vehicle is parked. If necessary, direct the airflow to Removing condensation from the windows It is possible to make use of the residual heat...
Page 132 130 Climate control To open or close: hold air vent in the center and turn it to the left (open) or right (closed) as far as it will go. To adjust the air direction: hold air vent in the center and move it up or down or to the left or right.
Page 133: Driving And Parking 131
Driving and parking 131 Driving engine compartment or on the exhaust When leaving the vehicle, always take system. the key with you and lock the vehicle. Switching the power supply or ignition on without starting the engine Keep the vehicle key out of reach of &...
Page 134 132 Driving and parking To switch on the ignition: press button Depress the brake pedal and press button twice. once. The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster If the vehicle does not start: switch off non- light up. essential consumers and press button The ignition is switched off again if one of the once.
Page 135 Driving and parking 133 Place SmartKey in marked space Starting the vehicle via Remote Online serv‐ ices the symbol 3. The vehicle will start after a short time. Cooling or heating the vehicle interior before If you remove SmartKey from marked commencing your journey space the engine continues running.
Page 136 134 Driving and parking Charging the battery before commencing Securing the engine against starting before Always secure the engine against unin‐ your journey carrying out maintenance or repair work: tentional starting before carrying out Switch on the hazard warning lights. This function is not available in all countries.
Page 137 Driving and parking 135 Vehicles with automatic transmission: Do Notes on driving & WARNING Risk of accident due to not depress the accelerator pedal beyond the unsuitable footwear pressure point (kickdown). & WARNING Risk of accident due to Operation of the pedals may be restricted objects in the driver's footwell Only increase the engine speed gradually and due to unsuitable footwear such as:...
Page 138 136 Driving and parking Do not switch off the ignition while driv‐ The probability of a serious or even fatal acci‐ & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poi‐ ing. dent greatly increases if you drive when sonous exhaust gases under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Page 139 Driving and parking 137 ECO start/stop function Only depress the accelerator pedal * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by slightly. continuously depressing the brake pedal Operation of the ECO start/stop function Have the cause rectified immediately at The engine is switched off automatically in the Do not depress the brake pedal contin‐...
Page 140 138 Driving and parking The engine is restarted automatically if: the èOFF symbol appears: the ECO Deactivating or activating the ECO start/ stop function start/stop function is deactivated or there is vehicles with automatic transmission: in a malfunction. transmission position h, you release the brake pedal when the HOLD function is not If, in spite of an intelligent stop inhibitor, the active.
Page 141: Dynamic Select Switch
Driving and parking 139 ECO display function The lettering in the segment will light up brightly, The additional range achieved as a result of your the outer edge will light up and the segment will driving style in comparison with a driver with a The ECO display summarizes your driving char‐...
Page 142 140 Driving and parking Depending on the drive program, the following Individual drive program with the Sport systems change their characteristics: ® setting Drive The symbol is also shown in the following sit‐ Engine and transmission management uations: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Within the reset display if the previously active drive program is unsuitable for the ®...
Page 143: Automatic Transmission
Driving and parking 141 Press DYNAMIC SELECT button again. The prompt appears only if the previously The chosen drive program appears. active settings deviate from the standard settings. Function off: the next time the vehicle is star‐ Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT (multimedia ted the Comfort drive program is set automati‐...
Page 144 142 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.
Page 145 Driving and parking 143 Depress the brake pedal and engage neutral Park position j is engaged automatically if one Engaging drive position D of the following conditions is met: Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first Release the brake pedal.
Page 146 144 Driving and parking The gears shift automatically when manual gear‐ Change to drive program =( page 140). Do not shift down on slippery road sur‐ shifting is deactivated. faces to increase the engine braking Select the Manual drive program effect.
Page 147 Driving and parking 145 Using kickdown Glide mode is activated if the following condi‐ DISTRONIC is active, the glide mode function is tions are met: not available. Maximum acceleration: depress the accel‐ drive program ; is selected. Glide mode can also be prevented by the follow‐ erator pedal beyond the pressure point.
Page 148: Refueling
146 Driving and parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The transmission is in emergency operation mode. The acceleration characteristics are Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. deteriorating.
Page 149 Driving and parking 147 If fuel comes into contact with your Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel eyes, immediately rinse them thor‐ Vehicles with a gasoline engine: oughly with clean water. Seek medical * NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehi‐...
Page 150: Parking
148 Driving and parking Insert the fuel filler cap into bracket 2. Do not switch the ignition on. Completely insert the pump nozzle into the Consult a qualified specialist workshop. tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel. Only fill the fuel tank until the pump nozzle * NOTE Fuel may spray out when you switches off.
Page 151 Driving and parking 149 On uphill or downhill gradients, turn Keep the vehicle key out of reach of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury the front wheels so that the vehicle children. due to children left unattended in the rolls towards the curb if it starts vehicle moving.
Page 152 150 Driving and parking Bring the vehicle to a standstill by applying Garage door opener is within the range of movement of the the brake pedal. door. Programming buttons for the garage door On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the front opener Only operate the following doors using the wheels so that the vehicle rolls towards the...
Page 153 Driving and parking 151 Press and hold button 1, that you The remote control for the door drive is not wish to program. included in the scope of delivery of the Indicator lamp flashes yellow. garage door opener. Synchronizing the rolling code It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi‐...
Page 154 152 Driving and parking Please also read the operating instructions Hold remote control at the same angles for the door drive. at various distances in front of the inside rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐ Troubleshooting when programming the tion for at least 25 seconds before trying remote control another position.
Page 155 Driving and parking 153 Clearing the garage door opener memory Radio equipment approval numbers Brazil Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito à proteção contra interfer‐ ência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo Press and hold buttons 1, until tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas the door opens or closes.
Page 156 154 Driving and parking Radio equipment approval numbers Country Radio type approval number Country Radio type approval number Country Radio type approval number Mexico RCPGEMU15-0448 United ER41849/15 Egypt TAC.2511151293.WIR Arab Emi‐ Dealer No: DA35176/14 Monaco rates Andorra New Zea‐ R-NZ United FCC ID: NZLMUAHL5 Australia...
Page 157 Driving and parking 155 Electric parking brake Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle Never leave children unattended in the stationary. vehicle. Electric parking brake function (applying automatically) When leaving the vehicle, always take This is the case if one of the following conditions the key with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 158 156 Driving and parking Electric parking brake function (releasing When the electric parking brake is released, the Push handle 1. automatically) red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐ in the instrument cluster goes out. tor lamp appears in the instrument cluster.
Page 159 Driving and parking 157 Information on detecting damage on a parked vehicle is automatically deactivated Standby mode (extension of the starter bat‐ parked vehicle tery's period out of use) to facilitate the next engine start. If a collision is detected when the tow-away Standby mode function System limitations alarm is armed on a locked vehicle, you will...
Page 160: Driving And Driving Safety Systems
158 Driving and parking If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby Multimedia system: behind or next to the vehicle (depending on the mode can be activated or deactivated using the vehicle's equipment). © Settings Vehicle multimedia system: Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the radar Activate or deactivate Standby Mode.
Page 161 Driving and parking 159 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Rear view camera ( page 186) low ! ABS warning lamp lights up contin‐ page 171) uously in the instrument cluster after the Cruise control ( page 169) engine is started. Active Brake Assist ( page 163) Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist Active Lane Keeping Assist (...
Page 162 160 Driving and parking ABS prevents the wheels from locking. Observe the following points when ESP ® is deac‐ ® should only be deactivated in the tivated: following situations. The brakes will function as usual once you Driving stability will no longer be improved. release the brake pedal.
Page 163 Driving and parking 161 On sand or gravel. ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) More drive torque is transferred to the wheel ® or wheels with traction. ETS/4ETS traction control is part of ESP Spinning the wheels results in a cutting makes it possible to pull away and accelerate on action, which enhances traction.
Page 164 162 Driving and parking ® characteristics per drive program Drive program Characteristics ® mode A (Comfort) ® These drive programs provide the ideal balance Comfort between traction and stability. ; (Economy) Select drive program ; or A in difficult road conditions, such as snow or ice, or when the road is wet from rain.
Page 165 Driving and parking 163 ® Function of STEER CONTROL Function of Active Brake Assist Function of ESP Crosswind Assist STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a Active Brake Assist consists of the following ® Crosswind Assist detects sudden gusts of noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in functions: side wind and helps the driver to keep the vehi‐...
Page 166 164 Driving and parking In especially critical situations, Active Brake If the autonomous braking function or the situa‐ Be prepared to brake or swerve if nec‐ Assist can initiate autonomous braking directly. tion-dependent braking assistance is triggered, essary. In this case, the warning lamp and warning tone additional preventive measures for occupant occur simultaneously with the braking applica‐...
Page 167 Driving and parking 165 The distance warning function can aid you in the following situations with an intermittent warning tone and a warning lamp: Vehicles Stationary Crossing Moving Stationary Crossing Cyclists travel‐ Stationary traveling in vehicles vehicles pedestrians pedestrians cyclists ing in front cyclists front...
Page 168 166 Driving and parking The autonomous braking function may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations: Vehicles Stationary Crossing Moving Stationary Crossing Cyclists travel‐ Stationary traveling in vehicles vehicles pedestrians pedestrians cyclists ing in front cyclists front Vehicles...
Page 169 Driving and parking 167 Situation-dependent braking assistance may intervene at speeds starting from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) in the following situations: Vehicles Stationary Crossing Moving Stationary Crossing Cyclists travel‐ Stationary traveling in vehicles vehicles pedestrians pedestrians cyclists ing in front cyclists front Vehicles...
Page 170 168 Driving and parking Activation by an abrupt steering movement If the sensors are dirty, fogged up, damaged not give a warning or not provide assis‐ during a swerving maneuver. or covered. tance Assistance during swerving and straightening If the sensors are impaired due to interfer‐ Always pay careful attention to the traf‐...
Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Multimedia system: Speed control cruise control © Settings Assistance Function of cruise control Active Brake Assist Cruise control regulates the speed to the value selected by the driver. The following settings are available: If you accelerate to overtake, for example, the Early stored speed is not deleted.
Page 172 170 Driving and parking doing so, you will make use of the engine's brak‐ Requirements: To activate cruise control: press rocker ing effect. This relieves the load on the brake switch up (SET+) or down (SET-). ® must be activated, but not intervening. system and prevents the brakes from overheat‐...
Page 173 Driving and parking 171 Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package, in the range between 15 mph (20 km/h) and Press rocker switch up (SET+). Function of Active Distance Assist 130 mph (210 km/h).
Page 174 172 Driving and parking tance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed & WARNING Risk of accident from acceler‐ & WARNING Risk of accident due to insuf‐ and for braking in good time. ation or braking by Active Distance ficient deceleration by Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Assist DISTRONIC...
Page 175 Driving and parking 173 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not being +) or down (SET-), or press rocker switch to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta‐ used to park the vehicle or to exit from a up (RES). Remove your foot from the acceler‐ tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles parking space.
Page 176 174 Driving and parking brake pedal and activate Active Distance To increase/reduce speed: press rocker Function of Active Speed Limit Assist Assist DISTRONIC. switch up (SET+) or down (SET-) to the The following function is country-dependent pressure point. Press rocker switch up (RES).
Page 177 Driving and parking 175 The driven speed is adjusted when the vehicle is System limits Active Steering Assist level with the traffic sign at the latest. In the Temporary speed restrictions (e.g. for a certain Function of Active Steering Assist case of signs indicating entry into an urban area, time or due to weather conditions) cannot be The following function is country-dependent...
Page 178 176 Driving and parking no support in this case. During the transition hands from the steering wheel, an optical warn‐ steering intervention is not sufficient to keep the from active to passive status, the à symbol is ing is given first. Display appears in the mul‐...
Page 179 The vehicle is unlocked Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa‐ If the system limitations of Active Steering ted. if possible, an emergency call is placed to Assist are reached there is no guarantee that the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center...
Page 180 178 Driving and parking The driver can cancel the deceleration at any Assistant display Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC status dis‐ play and route-based speed adaptation time by performing one of the following actions: Steering Braking or accelerating Pressing a steering-wheel button Operating Touch Control Activating or deactivating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC...
Page 181 Driving and parking 179 adoption of the speed limit, are displayed in the ing. Once the system is passive, symbol Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, control feedback of the multifunction display on shown gray in the multifunction display. speed stored, no vehicle detected (bright a single line.
Page 182 180 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating the HOLD function pedal. Never attempt to leave the vehi‐ * NOTE Damage from automatic braking cle if it is being held by Hill Start Assist. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the If one of the following functions is switched on, the vehicle brakes automatically in cer‐...
Page 183 Driving and parking 181 The electric parking brake is released. The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ Activating the start-off assist ing brake. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐ & WARNING Risk of skidding and having vated. In the following situations, the vehicle is held by an accident from wheels spinning Vehicles with automatic transmission: the transmission position j or by the electric...
Page 184 182 Driving and parking Take your foot off the brake, but keep the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC mals or objects in the maneuvering area while accelerator pedal depressed. maneuvering and parking in/exiting parking Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC The vehicle pulls away at maximum accelera‐ spaces.
Page 185 Driving and parking 183 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display in the multimedia system Vehicles with Active Parking Assist and a 360° Display of Active Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Camera in the Head-up Display Vehicles with Active Parking Assist without a If Active Parking Assist is deactivated and an Optionally, obstacles detected by Active Parking 360°...
Page 186 184 Driving and parking Obstacles above the detection range, e.g. light up yellow or red, depending on the distance overhanging loads, overhangs or loading to the obstacle. ramps of trucks. Segment color depending on distance The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and slush. Color Lateral distance Otherwise, they may not function correctly.
Page 187 Driving and parking 185 After the engine is restarted, obstacles must be The vehicle or other objects could oth‐ detected again before a new warning can be erwise be damaged. issued. If the é symbol is shown in the multifunction System limits display, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not The system limits for Parking Assist...
Page 188 186 Driving and parking Adjusting the pitch of the warning tones Reversing camera The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attention to the surroundings. Select Warning Tone Pitch. Function of the rear view camera The responsibility for safe maneuvering and Set a value.
Page 189 Driving and parking 187 Normal view Wide-angle view Normal view Yellow guide line, vehicle width (driven sur‐ Yellow lane marking the course the tires will Vehicles with Active Parking Assist face) depending on the current steering take at the current steering wheel angle The following camera views are available in the wheel angle (dynamic) (dynamic)
Page 190 188 Driving and parking If there is no operational readiness, a message Red warning display of Parking Assist appears in the multimedia system. PARKTRONIC: obstacles are very close (approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less) System limits Orange warning display of Parking Assist The rear view camera will not function or will PARKTRONIC: obstacles are a medium dis‐...
Page 191 Driving and parking 189 accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g. The system evaluates images from the following Top view with image from the rear view cam‐ license plate bracket or bicycle rack). cameras: The contrast of the display may be impaired Rear view camera Top view with trailer view (vehicles with a by direct sunlight or by other light sources,...
Page 192 190 Driving and parking If the distance to the object lessens, the color of Guide lines The guide lines in the media display show warning display changes: the distances to your vehicle. The distances apply to road level. From approx. 3.3 ft (1.0 m): yellow Side view of the mirror cameras From approx.
Page 193 Driving and parking 191 this event, have the cameras, their positions Selecting a view for the 360° Camera and their setting checked at a qualified spe‐ Engage reverse gear. cialist workshop. Select the desired view in the multimedia system ( page 189).
Page 194 192 Driving and parking Active Parking Assist Vehicles with automatic transmission: Active System limits Parking Assist supports with changing gear, Objects located above or below the detection Function of Active Parking Assist accelerating, braking and steering the vehicle. range of Active Parking Assist are not detected Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking when the parking space is being measured.
Page 195 Driving and parking 193 Active Parking Assist will not assist you with In these situations, do not use Active parking spaces at right angles to the direction of Parking Assist. travel in the following situations: Snowfall or heavy rain may lead to a parking If two parking spaces are located immedi‐...
Page 196 194 Driving and parking Confirm selected parking space 4. If, for example, the Please Engage Reverse Gear message appears in the media display: The turn signal indicator is switched on auto‐ select the corresponding transmission posi‐ matically when the parking procedure tion.
Page 197 Driving and parking 195 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.
Page 198 196 Driving and parking (2 km/h). If a critical situation is detected, the & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐ following symbol appears in the media display: cle swinging out while parking or pulling out of a parking space While parking or exiting a parking space, the vehicle swings out and can drive onto areas of the oncoming lane.
Page 199 Driving and parking 197 System limits to the warning, the vehicle's brakes can be permits and that it is safe to take eva‐ The performance of Drive Away Assist is limited applied automatically. sive action. on inclines. If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles Drive Away Assist is only an aid.
Page 200 198 Driving and parking Maneuvering assistance must be active for level detected by ATTENTION ASSIST is adap‐ You can have the following status information for the function of Drive Away Assist ted accordingly. ATTENTION ASSIST displayed in the assistance page 196) and Cross Traffic Alert menu of the on-board computer: If drowsiness or increasing lapses in concentra‐...
Page 201 Driving and parking 199 The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is Setting ATTENTION ASSIST vehicle and 10 ft (3 m) directly next to your vehi‐ restricted, and warnings may be delayed or not Multimedia system: cle. occur at all in the following situations: ©...
Page 202 200 Driving and parking System limits As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn Always pay particular attention to the drivers in this situation. traffic situation when opening the doors Blind Spot Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist and make sure there is sufficient clear‐ may be limited in the following situations: Always pay careful attention to the traf‐...
Page 203 Driving and parking 201 The exit warning may be limited in the following As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may nei‐ & WARNING Risk of accident despite situations: ther give warnings nor intervene in such sit‐ brake application of Active Blind Spot when the sensors are covered by adjacent uations.
Page 204 202 Driving and parking may be interrupted at any time if you steer Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or ded by a course-correcting brake application Active Blind Spot Assist slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate. back into your lane. Multimedia system: You are warned by vibration pulses in the steer‐...
Page 205 Driving and parking 203 speed, for braking in good time and for staying System limits in lane. No lane-correcting brake application occurs in Active Lane Keeping Assist can bring the vehicle the following situations: back into the lane with a lane-correcting brake You clearly and actively steer, brake or accel‐...
Page 206: Vehicle Towing Instructions
204 Driving and parking If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, which you are driving has been detected, no Vehicle towing instructions the sun or reflections. lane-correcting brake application occurs. The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐...
Page 207: Instrument Display And On-Board Computer 205
Instrument Display and on-board computer 205 Instrument Display (standard) Vehicle dynamics Instrument Display overview Styles & WARNING Risk of accident due to an Maintenance instrument display malfunction The segments on speedometer indicate the If the Instrument Display has failed or mal‐ system status for the following: functioned, you may not recognize function Cruise control (...
Page 208: Overview Of The Buttons On The Steering Wheel
206 Instrument Display and on-board computer Observe the legal requirements for the country 6 Makes/accepts a call Overview of the buttons on the steering in which you are currently driving when operat‐ wheel ~ Rejects/ends a call ing the on-board computer. ò...
Page 209: Overview Of Displays On The Multifunc
Instrument Display and on-board computer 207 When the on-board computer is being operated, Overview of displays on the multifunction different acoustic signals will sound as operating display feedback, e.g. when the end of a list is reached or when you are scrolling through a list. The following menus are available: Assistance Phone...
Page 210: Adjusting The Instrument Lighting
208 Instrument Display and on-board computer Vehicles with standard Instrument Dis‐ Adjusting the instrument lighting Menus and submenus play: the position of the displays differs from Functions on the service menu of the on- those shown here. board computer Further displays on the multifunction display: On-board computer: Gearshift recommendation ( page 144)
Page 211 Instrument Display and on-board computer 209 Consumption Info: fuel life cycle consump‐ ¸ Green radar waves next to vehicle: tion Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist active Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC displays Calling up displays on the Assistance menu page 171) On-board computer: Assistance...
Page 212 210 Instrument Display and on-board computer Resetting values on the trip menu of the on- board computer On-board computer: Trip You can reset the values of the following func‐ tions: Trip distance Trip computer From Start From Reset ECO display ( page 139) Example: standard display Example: trip computer...
Page 213 Instrument Display and on-board computer 211 Selecting radio stations using the on-board frequency range, an asterisk will appear next to Operating media playback using the on- computer board computer the station name. To select a radio station: swipe upwards or On-board computer: On-board computer: downwards on the left-hand Touch Control.
Page 214 212 Instrument Display and on-board computer Changing a media source wards on the left-hand Touch Control to and traffic conditions and operate the select the desired telephone number. Press the left-hand Touch Control. equipment with the vehicle stationary. Press the left-hand Touch Control. To select a media source: swipe upwards When using the phone, observe the legal The telephone number will be dialed.
Page 215 Instrument Display and on-board computer 213 You may accept or reject the call using the 6 or ~ button on the steering wheel.
Page 216: 214 Mbux Multimedia System
214 MBUX multimedia system Control knob Overview and operation Press and hold: switches the multimedia sys‐ Overview of the MBUX multimedia system tem or media display on or off Press briefly: switches the mute function & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ on/off mation systems and communications Turn: adjusts the volume...
Page 217 Further information on Calls up the air conditioning menu protection against theft can be obtained from an page 127) authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Notes on the media display Observe the notes on caring for the interior page 269).
Page 218 216 MBUX multimedia system Central control elements overview Touch Control Touch Control G button Operating Touch Control (MBUX multimedia system) Press briefly: returns to the previous display Control panel for MBUX multimedia system: ß rocker switch Press down briefly: shows favorites Press down and hold: adds favorites Control knob Turn: adjusts the volume VOL...
Page 219 MBUX multimedia system 217 Setting the sensitivity for the Touch Control Touchscreen Setting acoustic operation feedback for the touchscreen Multimedia system: Operating the touchscreen Multimedia system: © Settings System Tapping © Settings System Controls Touch Control Sensitivity Controls To select a menu item or entry: tap on a Select Fast, Medium or Slow.
Page 220 218 MBUX multimedia system Touchpad Setting the sensitivity for the touchpad © button Multimedia system: Pressing: shows the home screen and calls Operating the touchpad © Settings System up applications Controls Touchpad Sensitivity Touchpad Select Fast, Medium or Slow. Calls up favorites: when the home screen is To set the pressure sensitivity: switch shown, swipe down on touchpad 4.
Page 221 MBUX multimedia system 219 Setting acoustic operating feedback for the To hide the control menu: press the ~ Calls up the telephone touchpad button on the touchpad. ß button Multimedia system: Press briefly: calls up favorites © Settings System Main functions page 220) Controls Press and hold: adds a favorite...
Page 222 220 MBUX multimedia system Changing the arrangement of applications on On the steering wheel or the touchpad Adding a favorite from an application the home screen Press the ß rocker switch on the steering Examples of adding from an application are: wheel down.
Page 223 MBUX multimedia system 221 Swipe up until FAVORITES is shown. Press on a favorite until the OPTIONS menu is shown. Press on a favorite until the OPTIONS menu is shown. Select Delete. Select Rename. Select Yes. Enter the name. Switching the sound on/off Select OK.
Page 224 222 MBUX multimedia system To switch on: turn volume control Setting in the menu change the media source. Press the © button on the Touch Control or on the touchpad. Adjusting the volume Select Settings. Select System. Adjusting with the control knob Select Audio.
Page 225 MBUX multimedia system 223 Entering a telephone number Deletes Only operate this equipment when the traffic situation permits. Pressing or pressing briefly deletes the last Entering characters on the touchpad character entered If you cannot be sure of this, stop the Pressing and holding deletes the entry vehicle whilst paying attention to road and traffic conditions and operate the...
Page 226 224 MBUX multimedia system To select a suggestion: select one of the Entering characters on the touchscreen Pressing briefly deletes the last character entries. entered Pressing and holding deletes the entry Resume character input. Accepts the input (if available) To enter an alternative character: press and hold a character.
Page 227: System Settings
MBUX multimedia system 225 To select a suggestion: select one of the Route guidance with time-dependent System settings entries. traffic guidance. Display Calculation of expected time of arrival. If available, display additional suggestions Configuring display settings with q or r. Setting the time zone Multimedia system: Resume character input.
Page 228 226 MBUX multimedia system Setting the time and date format If a time zone is set the time is set automatically ® Bluetooth Multimedia system: using the time zone. The time can be adjusted by Information about Bluetooth ® a maximum of plus or minus 60 minutes. ©...
Page 229 MBUX multimedia system 227 ® Activating/deactivating child safety lock Setting the distance unit Activating/deactivating Bluetooth Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: © Settings System System Parental Control © Settings System Units Wi-Fi & Bluetooth Select or mi. Locking an external device Switch Bluetooth on or off.
Page 230: Telephone
Bluetooth ® device name of the connected Further information can be obtained from an mobile phone authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: http:// Signal strength of the mobile phone network www.mercedes-benz.com/connect. Options Device manager...
Page 231 MBUX multimedia system 229 The multimedia system supports calls in HD Connecting a mobile phone (authorization Numerical pad using Secure Simple Pairing) ® Voice for improved speech quality. A require‐ Call list ment for this is that the mobile phone and the Select a mobile phone.
Page 232 Select an authorized mobile phone. Further information can be obtained at: http:// Follow the additional prompts on the media The selected mobile phone is connected to www.mercedes-benz.com/connect display to connect the mobile phone the multimedia system. page 229). Using the mobile phone with Near Field Com‐...
Page 233 If you want to charge a mobile phone without tion and transmission volume: http:// connecting it to the multimedia system, lay it on Using the telephone www.mercedes-benz.com/connect the mat without beforehand unblocking the Multimedia system: screen. Starting/stopping mobile phone voice recog‐...
Page 234 232 MBUX multimedia system Ending a call There is an active call ( page 231). Select R Accept. The incoming call is active. Select k. Another call is being made. The previous call is on hold. Activating functions during a call Switching between calls Select k Reject.
Page 235 MBUX multimedia system 233 Downloading mobile phone contacts Editing the format of a contact's name Synchronize Contacts Automatically Multimedia system: Multimedia system: function is switched off ( page 233). © Phone © Phone Multimedia system: Select Name Format. Automatically © Phone The following options are available: Activate D...
Page 236 Calling up additional options in the call list and traffic conditions and operate the Notes on Mercedes-Benz Link Multimedia system: equipment with the vehicle stationary. If a mobile phone is used with Mercedes-Benz © Phone Link, USB access using the media menu is possi‐ Select + Recent Calls.
Page 237 Benz Link control box. Disconnect the connecting cable between For the initial start of the application: a message Mercedes-Benz Link and the multimedia sys‐ The Mercedes-Benz Link app is installed on with the data protection provisions appears. tem. the mobile phone.
Page 238 236 MBUX multimedia system Information on Apple CarPlay™ tem: tap on the Tap here to start Apple Car- and traffic conditions and operate the ® Play for: <Mobile phone> message. When Apple CarPlay™ is being used, the iPod equipment with the vehicle stationary. media source is not available for the respective iPhone ®...
Page 239 A message with the data protection regulations nection. appears. device list under the application. Select Accept & Start. Regardless of whether the connection is via cable or wireless, Mercedes-Benz recom‐ Exiting Apple CarPlay™ mends disconnection only when the vehicle Press the ò button. is stationary.
Page 240 238 MBUX multimedia system Android Auto using the touchscreen or the voice-operated Multimedia system: control system. You can activate the voice-oper‐ © Apps Android Auto Android Auto overview ated control system by pressing and holding the Start Android Auto £ button on the multifunction steering wheel. &...
Page 241 MBUX multimedia system 239 If an Android Auto application is active, you Connecting a mobile phone via Android Auto Connect the mobile phone using Bluetooth ® (wireless) can call up this active application using the page 229). z or % application buttons Requirements: Starting Android Auto page 219).
Page 242 Calling up the Android Auto sound settings list. Multimedia system: This has no connection to the vehicle identifica‐ Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting tion number (VIN) and is deleted when the multi‐ © Apps Android Auto only when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 243 Information about the Mercedes me call using the me button A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center has been initiated via the me button in the over‐ head control panel or the multimedia system page 241).
Page 244 242 MBUX multimedia system You can find information on the following topics: Then, you can select a service and be connected To arrange a service appointment: select to a specialist at the Mercedes-Benz Customer Call. Activation of Mercedes me connect Center.
Page 245 If a call is made for a service appointment via Rejection of the data protection prompt page 241). the service reminder, the following data may be transmitted: You can also call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Mercedes me connect Center using the multimedia system Current mileage and maintenance data page 242).
Page 246 Mercedes me con‐ gency call system warding the call is however not possible in all nect services. After the deactivation of Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz countries. eCall, automatic emergency call and manual emergency call system ("eCall"). This feature can Breakdown assistance by a mechanic on emergency call will not be available.
Page 247 MBUX multimedia system 245 eCall can be deactivated by an authorized call in the event of a breakdown or a similar sit‐ The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system trig‐ Mercedes-Benz dealer. Please note that in uation. gers an emergency call automatically in the fol‐...
Page 248 246 MBUX multimedia system Dial the local emergency number on your The Mercedes-Benz emergency call center Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ gency call system mobile phone. can transmit the vehicle position data to one of the emergency call center.
Page 249: Media
MBUX multimedia system 247 SA's Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR- MP3 players must support Media Trans‐ Media MERC. fer Protocol (MTP). Information about media mode For Canada, please contact MBC's Customer Information on copyright protection and Information about supported formats and Assistance Center at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 250 248 MBUX multimedia system Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and logotype, For DTS Patents, see http://patents.dts.com. "Powered by Gracenote", MusicID and Playlist Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Plus are either registered trademarks or trade‐ Limited. DTS, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol marks of Gracenote, Inc.
Page 251 MBUX multimedia system 249 Overview of the media menu Current track number/track in the playback list Timeline Repeat Settings Device manager Controls playback Categories Music search Random playback Connecting the data storage medium to the multimedia system Connecting USB devices The multimedia connection unit is found in the stowage compartment under the armrest and * NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐...
Page 252 250 MBUX multimedia system Multimedia system: A data storage medium is connected to the When connecting several Apple ® devices multimedia system. simultaneously, pay attention to the order in © Media Bluetooth ª which the devices are connected. The multi‐ Multimedia system: ®...
Page 253: Radio
MBUX multimedia system 251 To play back tracks in random order: Available categories with audio files: Starting a search in categories select 9. Multimedia system: Current Tracklist © Media To wind a track forwards or backwards: Playlists tap on the desired point on the timeline. Select a category.
Page 254 252 MBUX multimedia system Radio overview marks or trademarks of iBiquity Digital Cor‐ Mute function poration in the United States and/or other Calls up the station list countries. Search Setting the waveband Switching the HD Radio function on/off Multimedia system: Multimedia system: ©...
Page 255 MBUX multimedia system 253 Calling up the radio station list Memory slots are available in station presets Replacing a station Select f. Press and hold a station. Multimedia system: Select Replace Radio Station. © Radio Press and hold on the radio station. Showing accident reports Replacing an entry in the station presets Select...
Page 256: Sound
254 MBUX multimedia system Activating/deactivating automatic volume Adjusting the fader Sound adjustment Move the volume distribution between the Tone settings Multimedia system: front and rear of the vehicle in the grid Information about the sound system © Media Sound shown. The sound system has a total output of 100 W The volume is distributed between the speak‐...
Page 257 MBUX multimedia system 255 Select a function. Setting the balance/fader in the Advanced sound system Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass set‐ Multimedia system: tings in the Advanced sound system © Media Sound Multimedia system: Balance and Fader © Media Sound Equalizer Adjusting the balance Move the volume distribution between the...
Page 258: 256 Maintenance And Care
256 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.
Page 259: Engine Compartment
Maintenance and care 257 frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Engine compartment & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ on poor road surfaces ing the hood Opening/closing the hood when the engine is often left idling for long If you open the hood when the engine has periods &...
Page 260 258 Maintenance and care Never touch the danger zone surround‐ Allow the engine to cool down and only ing moving component parts, e.g. the touch component parts described in rotation area of the fan. the following. Remove jewelry and watches. &...
Page 261 Maintenance and care 259 Engine oil Engine Oil Level OK and the bar display for indicating the oil level on the multifunction Checking the engine oil level using the on- display is green and is between "min" and board computer "max": the oil level is correct.
Page 262 260 Maintenance and care Close the hood. * NOTE Engine damage caused by an incorrect oil filter, incorrect oil or addi‐ Adding engine oil tives & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ Do not use engine oils or oil filters ponent parts in the engine compartment which do not correspond to the specifi‐...
Page 263 Allow the engine to cool down and only 0.6 in (1.5 cm) over marker bar 2. touch component parts described in If necessary, add coolant that has been the following. approved for Mercedes-Benz. Further information on coolant & WARNING Risk of scalding from hot page 335). coolant...
Page 264: Cleaning And Care
262 Maintenance and care Keeping the air-water duct free Allow the engine to cool down and only Make sure that no windshield washer touch component parts described in concentrate spills out next to the filler Keep the area between the hood and the the following.
Page 265 Maintenance and care 263 the SmartKey is at a minimum distance of Multimedia system: * NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car 10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle, otherwise © Settings Quick Access wash the tailgate could open unintentionally. Activating automatic car wash mode Before driving into a car wash make in car washes with a conveyor system: neu‐...
Page 266 264 Maintenance and care Information on using a power washer Maintain a distance of at least 11.8 in Washing the vehicle by hand (30 cm) to the vehicle. Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number & WARNING Risk of accident when using Vehicles with decorative foil: parts of your of countries, washing by hand is only permitted high-pressure cleaning equipment with...
Page 267 Maintenance and care 265 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. treated areas afterwards. Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
Page 268 266 Maintenance and care 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‐...
Page 269 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.
Page 270 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.
Page 271 Maintenance and care 269 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...
Page 272 Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. For heavy soiling: use 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.
Page 273 Do not allow the leather to become too damp. seat covers Leather care: use leather care agents that have 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.
Page 274: 272 Breakdown Assistance
272 Breakdown assistance Open safety vest bag and pull out the The requirements defined by the legal standard Emergency safety vest. are only fulfilled if the safety vest is the correct Removing the safety vest size and is fully closed. There are also safety vest compartments in The safety vests are located in the safety vest the rear door stowage compartments in...
Page 275: Flat Tire
Breakdown assistance 273 Remove warning triangle 1. First-aid kit (soft-sided) overview Flat tire Setting up the warning triangle Notes on flat tires & WARNING Risk of accident due to a flat tire A flat tire severely affects the driving charac‐ teristics as well as the steering and braking of the vehicle.
Page 276 274 Breakdown assistance In the event of a flat tire, the following options Notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tire) After driving in emergency mode have are available depending on your vehicle's equip‐ the rims checked by a qualified special‐ ment: &...
Page 277 Breakdown assistance 275 If a pressure loss warning message appears in TIREFIT kit storage location Using the TIREFIT kit the multifunction display, proceed as follows: Requirements: The TIREFIT kit is located under the cargo com‐ Check the tire for damage. partment floor.
Page 278 276 Breakdown assistance You have driven at very low tire pressure induce vomiting and seek medical or on a flat tire. attention immediately. Change out of any clothes contamina‐ Do not drive on. ted with tire sealant immediately. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. If allergic reactions occur, seek medical attention immediately.
Page 279 Breakdown assistance 277 Do not switch off the tire inflation compres‐ sor during this phase. Let the tire inflation compressor run for a maximum of ten minutes. The tire should then have attained a tire pressure of at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar/ 29 psi).
Page 280 Observe the maximum permissible speed for professionally, e.g. at an authorized dling characteristics. a tire sealed with tire sealant 50 mph Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not continue driving. (80 km/h). Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire infla‐ Affix the upper section of the TIREFIT sticker Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 281: Battery (Vehicle)
In cases such as the one mentioned above, con‐ the filling hose from the valve of the sealed tem, ABS (anti-lock braking system) or ESP ® tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or tire. (Electronic Stability Program). The operating call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or safety of your vehicle may be restricted.
Page 282 Further information on ESP ® page 160) Dispose of batteries in an For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends Battery acid is caustic. environmentally responsible manner. that you only use batteries which have been tes‐ Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or...
Page 283 Wear suitable protective charging process. If there is a short circuit or approved by Mercedes-Benz, or clothing, in particular gloves, an sparks start to form, there is a danger of the consult a qualified specialist workshop to apron and a face mask.
Page 284 282 Breakdown assistance When giving starting assistance, always & WARNING Risk of explosion from a fro‐ * NOTE Damage caused by numerous or make sure that you only connect bat‐ zen battery extended attempts to start the engine tery terminals with identical polarity. A discharged battery may freeze at tempera‐...
Page 285 The ignition and all electrical consumers are Only use battery chargers tested and the jumper cable/charging cable. Always switched off. approved for Mercedes-Benz. begin with positive clamp on your own The hood is open. vehicle first.
Page 286: Tow Starting Or Towing Away
* NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to tow‐ page 279). ing away incorrectly Otherwise, gases or battery acid could Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the escape. Observe the instructions and notes on 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist Make sure that detachable parts are recon‐...
Page 287 Breakdown assistance 285 Permitted towing methods Vehicle equipment/towing method Both axles on the ground Front axle raised Rear axle raised Vehicles with automatic transmis‐ Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at Yes, maximum 31 miles (50 km) at sion 31 mph (50 km/h) 31 mph (50 km/h)
Page 288 286 Breakdown assistance Do not activate the HOLD function. the permissible gross mass of your own * NOTE Damage due to towing away at vehicle. Deactivate the tow-away alarm ( page 81). excessively high speeds or over long dis‐ tances Deactivate Active Brake Assist If a vehicle must be tow-started or towed away, page 168).
Page 289 Breakdown assistance 287 Vehicles with automatic transmission: AMG vehicles with ADS PLUS (Adaptive When your vehicle is then towed away, signif‐ Damping System PLUS) Shift the automatic transmission to position icantly more effort may be required to steer and brake than is normally required. &...
Page 290 288 Breakdown assistance Make sure that the front and rear axles come Towing eye storage location * NOTE Damage to the vehicle from secur‐ to rest on the same transportation vehicle. ing it incorrectly After loading, the vehicle must be * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain due to secured on all four wheels.
Page 291: Electrical Fuses
Vehicles with automatic transmission Only use fuses that have been approved will go and tighten. must not be tow started. by Mercedes-Benz and which have the Make sure that cover engages in the correct fuse rating. bumper when you remove the towing eye.
Page 292 290 Breakdown assistance Blown fuses must be replaced with fuses of the All electrical consumers are switched off. Opens same rating, which you can recognize by the The ignition is switched off. & WARNING Risk of injury from using the color and fuse rating.
Page 293 Breakdown assistance 291 Closing Opening Check whether the seal is positioned cor‐ rectly in the lid. Place the lid on the fuse box. Make sure that clamps engage. Tighten screws 1. Close the hood. Opening and closing the fuse box in the front passenger footwell Lift carpet in the direction of the arrow.
Page 294 292 Breakdown assistance Opening and closing the fuse box in the cargo compartment Observe the notes on electrical fuses page 289). Open the cargo compartment floor page 103). Loosen screws and remove the fuse box lid from the top. Closing Place the lid on the fuse box.
Page 295: Wheels And Tires 293
Mercedes-Benz. & WARNING Risk of accident from dam‐ Visual check of the tire tread depth and the Thus, you should regularly check the...
Page 296: Notes On Snow Chains
294 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 fit snow chains to the rear permissible speed is 30 mph (50 km/h).
Page 297 Wheels and tires 295 The tires may wear excessively and/or In addition, they also suffer from irregular & WARNING Risk of an accident due to unevenly, which may greatly impair tire wear, which can significantly impair the brak‐ insufficient tire pressure traction.
Page 298 Conditions for cold tires: leak. caps specifically approved by The vehicle has been parked with the tires Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto If you are unable to rectify the damage, out of direct sunlight for at least three hours. the tire valve.
Page 299 Wheels and tires 297 cold tires under various operating conditions, i.e. Some tire pressure tables only show the rim If the tire pressure is lower than the recom‐ loading and/or speed of the vehicle. diameter instead of the complete tire size, e.g. mended value, increase the tire pressure to R18.
Page 300 298 Wheels and tires Tire pressure monitoring system lamp lights up, you should stop and check When the malfunction indicator is illumina‐ your tires as soon as possible, and inflate ted, the system may not be able to detect or Function of the tire pressure monitoring sys‐...
Page 301 Wheels and tires 299 If there is a substantial pressure loss or if the System limits tire temperature is excessive, you will be warned The system may be impaired or may not function in the following ways: in the following situations: via display messages ( page 374) The tire pressure has been set incorrectly.
Page 302 300 Wheels and tires The values displayed in the multifunction dis‐ On-board computer: Radio-equipment approval of the tire pres‐ sure monitoring system play may deviate from those of the tire pres‐ Service Tires sure gauge as they refer to sea level. At high Swipe downwards on the Touch Control on Radio equipment approval numbers altitudes, the tire pressure values indicated...
Page 303 Wheels and tires 301 The tire pressure loss warning system does not Display messages about the tires Restart the tire pressure loss warning system in replace the need to regularly check the tire pres‐ page 374) the following situations: sure. The tire pressure has changed.
Page 304: Loading The Vehicle
302 Wheels and tires Loading the vehicle Notes on Tire and Loading Information plac‐ & WARNING Risk of accident from overloa‐ ded tires Overloaded tires may overheat and burst as a consequence. Overloaded tires can also impair the steering and handling characteris‐ tics and lead to brake failure.
Page 305 Wheels and tires 303 Recommended tire pressures for cold Step 1: locate the statement "The combined Even if you have calculated the total load care‐ tires. The recommended tire pressures are weight of occupants and cargo should never fully, you should still make sure that the maxi‐ valid for the maximum permissible load and exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs."...
Page 306 304 Wheels and tires Calculation example for determining the seating configurations and different numbers cle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading maximum load and sizes of occupants. The following examples Information placard ( page 302). use a maximum load of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This The higher the weight of all the occupants, the The following table shows examples of how to is for illustration purposes only.
Page 307 Wheels and tires 305 Example 1 Example 2 Weight of occupants Occupant 1: 150 lbs (68 kg) Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs (82 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs (73 kg) Occupant 4: 140 lbs (63 kg) Occupant 5: 120 lbs (54 kg) Total weight of all occupants 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 308: Tire Labeling
306 Wheels and tires Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 309) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 309) Tire name The data shown in the image is example data.
Page 309 Wheels and tires 307 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.
Page 310 308 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.
Page 311 Wheels and tires 309 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...
Page 312 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)).
Page 313: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading
Wheels and tires 311 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...
Page 314 312 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‐...
Page 315 Wheels and tires 313 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.
Page 316: Changing A Wheel
You can ask for information regarding permitted and accessories which have been specially wheel/tire combinations at an authorized Model approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Center. These tires are specially adapted to the con‐ & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed‐...
Page 317 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.
Page 318 316 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 302) 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.
Page 319 Wheels and tires 317 The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels Protect the tires from contact with oil, grease differ: or fuel. Front wheels wear more on the shoulder of the tire Overview of the tire-change tool kit Rear wheels wear more in the center of the Apart from some country-specific variants, vehi‐...
Page 320 318 Wheels and tires Setting up the folding chock The vehicle is not on a slope. Vehicles with steel wheels The wheel trim covers the wheel bolts. Before The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level you can unscrew the wheel bolts, you must ground.
Page 321 Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: tool kit. Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has Never place your hands or feet under the been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise Position wheel wrench on socket 2. vehicle. the vehicle.
Page 322 320 Wheels and tires Do not open or close any doors or the tail‐ * NOTE Vehicle damage from the jack gate. 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.
Page 323 Wheels and tires 321 Turn ratchet until the tire is raised a maxi‐ mum of 1.2 in (3 cm) from the ground. Loosen and remove the wheel ( page 321). Removing a wheel Requirements: The vehicle is raised ( page 319). When changing a wheel, avoid applying any force to the brake discs, since this could impair the Screw alignment bolt...
Page 324 322 Wheels and tires Slide the wheel to be mounted onto the & WARNING Risk of accident from losing a * NOTE Damage to paintwork of the wheel alignment bolt and push it on. wheel rim when screwing on the first wheel bolt Notes on installing an emergency spare Oiled, greased or damaged wheel bolt/wheel If the wheel has too much play when screw‐...
Page 325: Emergency Spare Wheel
Wheels and tires 323 Place the ratchet onto the hexagon nut of the Make sure to observe the following further rela‐ & WARNING Risk of injury through incor‐ jack so that the letters "AB" are visible. ted subject: rect tightening torque To lower the vehicle: turn the ratchet of the Notes on tire pressure ( page 294)
Page 326 324 Wheels and tires Observe the following notes on installing an Tire and Loading Information placard Only use an emergency spare wheel or emergency spare wheel: page 302) spare wheel of a different size briefly. Install the emergency spare wheel when it is Tire pressure table ( page 296) Do not switch off ESP...
Page 327 Wheels and tires 325 Inflating the emergency spare wheel Pull filler hose and plug out of the tire inflation compressor housing. * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ Insert plug of filler hose in the socket tion compressor running too long on the tire inflation compressor and then turn it until plug engages.
Page 328 326 Wheels and tires Pump the tire to the specified tire pressure. Inflating the emergency spare wheel The specified tire pressure is stated on the label of the emergency spare wheel. * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ tion compressor running too long When the specified tire pressure has been reached, press on and off switch on the...
Page 329 Wheels and tires 327 Pull filler hose and plug out of the tire Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ Stow filler hose and plug in the lower inflation compressor housing. tion compressor to I. section of the compressor housing. The tire inflation compressor is switched on.
Page 330: 328 Technical Data
The data stated only applies to vehicles with instructions for installation and use standard equipment. You can obtain further If you operate two-way radios incorrectly in information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz the vehicle, the electromagnetic radiation The operating permit may be invalidated if Center.
Page 331 Technical data 329 On the rear fenders, it is recommended that you Frequency band and maximum transmission output install the antenna on the side of the vehicle closest to the center of the road. Frequency band Maximum transmis‐ Use Technical Specification ISO/TS 21609 (Road sion output Vehicles –...
Page 332: Vehicle Identification Plate, Vin And Engine Number
330 Technical data The following can be used in the vehicle without Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine restrictions: number Two-way radios with a maximum transmis‐ Vehicle identification plate sion output of up to 100 mW RF transmitters with transmitter frequencies in the 380 - 410 MHz frequency band and a maximum transmission output of up to 2 W (trunked radio system/Tetra)
Page 333: Operating Fluids
Technical data 331 Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross Plate with information about emissions test‐ vehicle weight or the maximum gross axle ing, including confirmation of emissions weight rating for the front or rear axle. guidelines at the U.S. federal level as well as for California VIN, engine number and other signs VIN as a label at the lower edge of the wind‐...
Page 334 Seek medical of sparks must be avoided. attention immediately. Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. Switch off the ignition and, if available, If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐ Damage caused by the use of products that have the stationary heater, before and while tion immediately.
Page 335 Technical data 333 Fuel Gasoline with additives containing metal * NOTE Premature wear through unleaded regular gasoline Notes on fuel grades for vehicles with a gas‐ If you have accidentally refueled with the oline engine wrong fuel: Unleaded regular gasoline can cause the Observe the notes on operating fluids engine to wear more quickly and impair lon‐...
Page 336 Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed Do not alter the engine oil or oil filter in with the cleaning additive recommended by order to achieve longer change intervals Mercedes-Benz.
Page 337 Model Capacity workshop. Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0. All models 5.8 US qt (5.5 liters) Further information on engine oil and oil filters is...
Page 338 The proportion of corrosion inhibitor/antifreeze lowing locations: contact with hot engine component parts or concentrate in the engine cooling system should In the Mercedes-Benz Specification for the exhaust system. Operating Fluids 310.1 Make sure that no windshield washer a minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection At http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com...
Page 339 Recommended windshield washer fluid: pressor oil Above freezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Hazard and service warning symbols Refrigerant filling capacity...
Page 340: Vehicle Data
338 Technical data Height when opened and headroom Applicable standards Vehicle data PAG oil part number Model Head‐ Vehicle dimensions GWP (Global Warming Potential) of the refrig‐ Height room The heights specified may vary as a result of the when erant used following factors: opened...
Page 341 Technical data 339 Weights and loads Please observe the following notes for the speci‐ fied vehicle data: Items of optional equipment increase the curb weight and reduce the payload. Roof load All models Maximum roof load 165 lb (75 kg)
Page 342: 340 Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps
340 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps ¨ Hide display message Calling up stored display messages Display messages On-board computer: Introduction You can select the desired symbol by swiping Service 1 Message left or right on the left-hand Touch Control. Notes on display messages Press the Õ...
Page 343 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 341 Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be temporarily unavailable. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
Page 344 342 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other drive systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
Page 345 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 343 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.
Page 346 344 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other drive systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. &...
Page 347 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 345 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.
Page 348 346 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) indicator lamp or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake is not fulfilled ( page 156).
Page 349 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 347 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 156).
Page 350 348 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. To apply: Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 156). To release: Apply and then release the electric parking brake manually. If the electric parking brake cannot be applied or the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp continues to flash: Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Page 351 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 349 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the electric parking brake should not be applied, e.g. when washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash or when having the vehicle towed, leave the ignition switched on. This does not include having the vehicle towed with the rear axle raised.
Page 352 350 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level If the brake fluid level is too low, the braking effect and the braking characteristics may be impaired. (USA only) Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 353 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 351 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The restraint system is faulty ( page 31). & 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.
Page 354 352 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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.
Page 355 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 353 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.
Page 356 354 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE FRONT AIR BAG; DEATH or SERI‐ OUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the status of the automatic front passenger airbag deactivation system ( page 42).
Page 357 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 355 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The PRE‑SAFE PRE-SAFE Inoperative See ® functions are malfunctioning. Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes me connect * Service limited. Services Limited See Oper- At least one of the main functions of the Mercedes me connect system is malfunctioning. ator's Manual Observe the notes on the diagnostics connection ( page 23).
Page 358 356 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Û * 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 198).
Page 359 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 357 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If necessary, clean the windshield in the camera's field of vision. Check the tire pressure if necessary. * Active Steering Assist is malfunctioning. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC remains available. Active Steering Assist Inop- erative Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 360 358 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Active Steering Assist is available once more. * Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable. Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Unavailable See The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 202).
Page 361 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 359 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable. Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavailable See The system limits have been reached ( page 199). Operator's Manual Drive on. Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again.
Page 362 360 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. Possible causes are: Dirt on the sensors Heavy rain or snow Ã Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
Page 363 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 361 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The camera view is restricted. Possible causes are: Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision Heavy rain, snow or fog Ã Condensation on the windshield in front of the camera Condensation detected on the windshield will be automatically removed using a built-in heater within approx‐...
Page 364 362 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated as not all activation conditions have been fulfilled. Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 173).
Page 365 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 363 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Distance Assist Now * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again and can be activated ( page 173). Available ¯ * Cruise control cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Observe the activation conditions for cruise control ( page 170).
Page 366 364 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The coolant is too hot. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Coolant Too Hot Stop Vehi- &...
Page 367 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 365 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the cooling system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. To switch engine off, press * You have pressed the start/stop button while driving. and hold Start/Stop but- To switch off the engine while driving, see ( page 132).
Page 368 366 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The battery is no longer being charged and the battery charge level is too low. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving Stop Vehicle See Opera- Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Page 369 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 367 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The battery charge level is too low. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not con‐ tinue driving under any circumstances.
Page 370 368 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart) Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
Page 371 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 369 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Notes on engine oil ( page 334). * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level is too high. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with excess engine oil Engine Oil Reduce Oil Level Avoid long journeys with excess engine oil.
Page 372 370 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Transmission Display messages...
Page 373 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 371 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Start the engine. N Permanently Active Risk * While the vehicle is rolling or while you are driving, neutral i has been engaged. of Rolling Away To stop, depress the brake pedal. Shift the transmission to park position j while the vehicle is stationary.
Page 374 372 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission shifts to neutral i automatically. Transmission Malfunction Stop Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Depress the brake pedal.
Page 375 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 373 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The transmission is malfunctioning. The park position j cannot be selected. Parking Lock Inoperative Apply Parking Brake Park the vehicle safely. Use the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away. Teaching in Transmission * The transmission is being taught in.
Page 376 374 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check Tire Pressure Soon * Canada only: The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss of pressure. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 377 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 375 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Canada only: Run Flat Indicator Inopera- tive The tire pressure loss warning system is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. 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.
Page 378 376 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.
Page 379 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 377 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 300).
Page 380 378 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.
Page 381 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 379 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...
Page 382 380 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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 slot for starting the engine with the SmartKey ( page 132).
Page 383 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 381 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The power assistance for the steering 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.
Page 384 382 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The electric steering lock is malfunctioning. The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized.
Page 385 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 383 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The hood is open. & WARNING Risk of accident if the engine hood is unlatched while driving An unlocked engine hood may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view. Never unlatch the engine hood while driving.
Page 386 384 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¥ * The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. Add washer fluid ( page 261). Check Washer Fluid Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The corresponding light source is faulty.
Page 387 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 385 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The light sensor is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative * You are driving without low-beam headlamps. Turn the light switch to the L or Ã position. Switch On Headlamps * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on.
Page 388 386 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The active headlamps are faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Headlamps Inopera- tive Adaptive Highbeam Assist * Adaptive Highbeam Assist is temporarily unavailable. Currently Unavailable See The system limits have been reached ( page 115).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 387 Indicator and warning lamps: ÷ ® page 388) Warning and indicator lamps Low beam ( page 112) å ® OFF ( page 388) Overview of indicator and warning lamps Parking lamps ( page 112) Distance warning ( page 395) Some systems will perform a self-test when the...
Page 390 388 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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 malfunction.
Page 391 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 389 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. * At least one wheel and tire assembly has reached its traction limit ( page 160).
Page 392 390 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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 ®...
Page 393 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 391 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes are: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 394 392 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow indicator lamp is also lit if the electric parking brake malfunctions.
Page 395 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 393 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 faulty ( page 31). & 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...
Page 396 394 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Seat belts 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 35).
Page 397 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 395 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. If there is an additional warning tone, you are approaching an obstacle at too high a speed.
Page 398 396 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red electrical malfunction warning lamp is lit. * There is a malfunction in the electrics. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Electrical malfunction warn‐ ing lamp æ...
Page 399 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 397 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The coolant level is 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. &...
Page 400 398 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not obstructed. 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 area.
Page 401 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 399 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure and the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit.
Page 402 400 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Vehicle Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù The red warning lamp for electric power steering is lit while the engine is running. *The power-assisted steering or the steering itself is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired Warning lamp for electric power steering If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized.
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Index 401 Accident and breakdown manage‐ Storing a speed ........173 1, 2, 3 ... ment Switching off/deactivating ....173 12 V battery Mercedes me connect ......244 Switching on/activating ...... 173 see Battery (vehicle) System limitations ....... 171 Acoustic locking verification signal 12 V socket Activating/deactivating ......
Page 404 402 Index Active Steering Assist ......175 Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass Air pressure settings Activating/deactivating ....... 177 see Tire pressure Active Emergency Stop Assist ..... 177 Advanced sound system ...... 255 Air vents ........... 129 Displays in the Instrument Display ..178 Advanced sound system Adjusting (front) ........
Page 405 Menu (on-board computer) ....209 Pets in the vehicle ......... 60 see ATTENTION ASSIST Assistance systems Anti-lock braking system Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Driving safety system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) see Qualified specialist workshop ASSYST PLUS ........... 256 Anti-skid chains Authorized workshop Battery disconnection periods .....
Page 406 404 Index Automatic driving lights ......113 Engaging reverse gear ......142 Starting assistance ......283 Kickdown ..........145 Belt Automatic engine start (ECO start/ Manual gearshifting ......143 see Seat belt stop function) .......... 137 Steering wheel paddle shifters .... 143 Automatic engine stop (ECO start/ Blind Spot Assist ........
Page 407 Index 405 Driving tips .......... 135 Car wash (care) ........262 EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ Care ............269 Call list tion) ............. 163 Air-water duct ........262 Making a call ........234 HOLD function ........180 Automatic car wash ......262 Overview ..........
Page 408 406 Index Cargo compartment ........95 USB port ..........108 Cleaning Expanding ..........95 see Care Child safety lock Cargo compartment cover Activating/deactivating (multimedia Climate control ........126 Removing/installing ......99 system) ..........227 Activating/deactivating ....... 127 Rear door ..........58 Activating/deactivating the A/C Cargo compartment floor Rear side windows .........
Page 409 Index 407 Rear air vents ........130 Connectivity Crosswind Assist Refrigerant .......... 337 Switching transmission of the vehicle Function/notes ........163 Refrigerant filling capacity ....338 position on/off ........226 Cruise control .......... 169 Removing condensation from the Contacts ........... 232 Buttons ..........
Page 410 408 Index Dashboard lighting Digital speedometer ....... 209 Display messages see Instrument cluster lighting ¯ - - - mph ........363 Dinghy towing Data acquisition see Tow-bar system ç - - - mph ........362 Vehicle ..........25 DIRECT SELECT lever ....... 141 #12 V Battery See Operator's Data storage Engaging drive position .......
Page 411 Index 409 Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Apply Parking Brake Risk of Rolling 4Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 Unavailable See Operator's Manual ..358 Away See Operator's Manual ....373 quart) ..........368 Active Lane Keeping Assist Inopera‐ ÛATTENTION ASSIST Inoperative ...
Page 412 410 Index ÷Currently Unavailable See Oper‐ æGas Cap Loose ......367 Mercedes me connect Services Limi‐ ator's Manual ........342 Hazard Warning Flashers Malfunc‐ ted See Operator's Manual ....355 Decrease Speed ........378 tioning ..........386 N Permanently Active Risk of Rolling ÁDon't Forget Your Key ....
Page 413 Index 411 Reversing Not Possible Service bSwitch Off Lights ......385 Transmission Malfunction Service Required ..........371 bSwitch On Headlamps ....385 Required ..........373 Run Flat Indicator Inoperative ....375 Teaching in Transmission Complete ..373 Transmission Malfunction Stop ....
Page 414 412 Index DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) ... 307 EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ Driving tips tion) ............. 163 Drinking and driving ......135 Drawbar General driving tips ......135 ® Crosswind Assist ......163 see Tow-bar system Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..134 Overview ..........
Page 415 Engine number ........330 ECO display Emergency call system Function ..........139 Engine oil ..........260 see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Resetting ..........210 Additives ..........334 Emergency engine start ......289 Capacity ..........335 ECO start/stop function ......137...
Page 416 414 Index Function/notes ........160 Moving ..........221 see Seat Overview ..........220 Exterior lighting Fuel ............334 Renaming ..........220 Care ............ 268 Additives ..........334 First-aid kit (soft sided) ......273 E10 ............333 Exterior lighting Fuel reserve ........334 see Lights Flat tire .............
Page 417 Index 415 Head restraint Hood Front (adjusting mechanically) ....85 Opening/closing ......... 257 Garage door opener Rear (installing/removing) ..... 86 Clearing the memory ......153 Rear passenger compartment Opening or closing the door ....152 (adjusting) ..........86 Identification plate Programming buttons ......
Page 418 Adaptive Highbeam Assist ....115 Labeling (tires) ® iPhone Adjusting the instrument lighting ..208 see Tire labeling see Apple CarPlay™ Automatic driving lights ....... 113 Lamp see Mercedes-Benz Link Combination switch ......113 see Interior lighting Cornering light function ....... 114...
Page 419 Index 417 Hazard warning lights ......114 Stowage space underneath the cargo High beam ........... 113 compartment floor ......103 Maintenance High-beam flasher ........ 113 Loading guidelines ........93 Menu (on-board computer) ....208 Light switch .......... 112 Loading information table ...... 302 Vehicle ..........
Page 420 Outside mirrors — Calling up stored Transferred data ........244 Media display settings ..........91 Notes ........... 215 Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys‐ Outside mirrors — Storing settings ..91 tem ............244 Media mode Seat — Calling up stored settings ... 91 Automatic emergency call ....
Page 421 ........... 158 Main functions ........219 see Apple CarPlay™ Standby mode function ......157 Overview ..........214 see Mercedes-Benz Link Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..134 Restoring the factory settings ..... 227 see Telephone Standby mode function ......157 Mobile phone voice recognition Switching the sound on/off ....
Page 422 420 Index Windshield washer fluid ...... 336 Parking see Engine oil see Electric parking brake Operating safety On-board computer ......... 206 Declaration of conformity (wireless Parking aid Assistance menu ......... 209 vehicle components) ......22 see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Displaying the service due date ... 256 Information ..........
Page 423 Index 421 Partition net Reversing measures ......45 Attaching ..........99 ® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occu‐ Radar sensors PASSENGER AIR BAG status display pant protection plus) ........ 45 Foil covering ........158 see Automatic front passenger front Function ..........45 Radio airbag shutoff Reversing measures ......
Page 424 422 Index Rain closing function Rear window wipers Restraint system ........30 Sliding sunroof ........77 Activating/deactivating ......119 Basic instructions for children ....45 Function in an accident ......31 Range Reflective safety vest ......272 Functionality .......... 31 Displaying ..........
Page 425 Index 423 Run-flat characteristics Protection ..........32 Self-test MOExtended tires ........ 274 Automatic front passenger front air‐ Seat belt adjustment bag shutoff ..........42 Activating/deactivating ......36 Function ..........36 Sensors (Care) ......... 268 Safety systems Seat belt warning Service center see Driving safety system see Seat belts see Qualified specialist workshop...
Page 426 Android Auto Problem ..........73 see Apple CarPlay™ Special seat belt retractor ......51 Size designation (tires) ......309 see Mercedes-Benz Link Specialist workshop ........23 Sliding sunroof .......... 75 see Telephone Speed index (tires) ........309 Automatic functions ......77 Snow chains ..........
Page 427 Index 425 Start/stop function Buttons ..........206 Surround lighting see ECO start/stop function Steering wheel heater ......90 Switching on/off ........116 Starting assistance Steering wheel heater Surround View see Jump-start connection Switching on/off ........90 see 360° Camera Starting the engine Steering wheel paddle shifters ....
Page 428 426 Index Menu (on-board computer) ....212 Setting the time/date format ....226 Mobile phone voice recognition ... 231 TIN (Tire Identification Number) .... 307 Tailgate ............70 Notes ..........228 Closing ..........70 Tire and Loading Information placard ... 302 Reception and transmission volume ..
Page 429 Index 427 Tire pressure ........296, 297 Tire pressure table ........296 Flat tire ..........273 Checking (manually) ......297 Installing ..........321 Tire Quality Grading ........ 306 Checking (tire pressure monitoring Load index ........... 309 Tire temperature system) ..........299 Load-bearing capacity ......
Page 430 428 Index Tire pressure loss warning system Operating ..........218 Transmission (problem) ......145 (function) ..........300 Selecting a station and track ....219 Transmission position display ....141 Tire pressure monitoring system Setting acoustic operating feedback ..219 Transporting (function) ..........
Page 431 Index 429 Two-way radios Locking (automatically) ......68 Turning circle ........338 Frequencies ......... 329 Locking (from the inside) ....... 66 Vehicle height ........338 Notes on installation ......328 Locking (KEYLESS-GO) ......66 Vehicle length ........338 Transmission output (maximum) ..329 Locking/unlocking (emergency key) ..
Page 432 430 Index Vehicle maintenance !Red indicator lamp, electric see ASSYST PLUS parking brake applied (Canada only) ... 392 Warning lamps Vehicle operation see Warning/indicator lamps FRed indicator lamp, electric Outside the USA or Canada ....20 Warning system parking brake applied (USA only) ..392 Vehicle position see ATA (anti-theft alarm system) 6Restraint system warning lamp ...
Page 433 Index 431 PASSENGER AIR BAG ......42 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire characteristics ......309 ............. 307 Tire pressure (notes) ......294 Warranty ............ 25 Flat tire ..........273 Tire pressure loss warning system Washer fluid Installing ..........321 (function) ..........
Page 434 432 Index Windshield see Windshield Windshield washer fluid ......336 Notes ..........336 Windshield washer system Topping up ........... 261 Windshield wipers Activating/deactivating ....... 118 Replacing the wiper blades ....119 Winter operation Snow chains ........294 Wiper blades Care ............ 268 Replacing ..........

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