Page 1 Start with the quick guide, discover your vehicle's highlights or broaden your knowledge with useful tips. C-Class Convertible É20558409283ËÍ Operator's Manual 2055840928 Order no. P205 2403 13 Part no. 205 584 09 28 Mercedes-Benz Edition B-2021...
Page 2 & WARNING Risk of injury or death if the co-driver airbag is enabled Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ If the co-driver airbag is enabled, a child on cles and about Mercedes‑Benz AG can be found the co-driver seat may be struck by the co- on the following websites: driver airbag during an accident.
Page 3 Technical features Thank you for purchasing a Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Operator's The equipment in your vehicle may therefore dif‐ Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with fer from that shown in the descriptions and illus‐ your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer trations.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
PRE-SAFE system ........50 Protecting the environment ......21 Safely transporting children in the vehi‐ Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ...... 21 cle ..............51 Light and visibility ........108 Operator's Manual ........22 Notes on pets in the vehicle ......62 Exterior lighting ..........
Page 5 Contents Head-up Display ......... 203 Cleaning and care ........323 Climate control ......... 120 Overview of climate control systems ..120 Operating the climate control system ..120 Voice Control System ......206 Breakdown assistance ......333 Notes on operating safety ......206 Emergency ..........
Page 6 Contents Technical data .......... 385 Notes on technical data ......385 Vehicle electronics ........385 Radio operating permits for vehicle com‐ ponents ............387 Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine number overview ......387 Operating fluids .......... 389 Vehicle data ..........396 Display messages and warning/indi‐...
Page 7: Symbols
Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐ Observe notes on material damage. lowing symbols: These symbols indicate useful instructions & DANGER Danger due to not observing or further information that could be helpful the warning notices to you. Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐...
Page 8: At A Glance
At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel gearshift paddles Opens and closes the soft top → → Combination switch Activates and deactivates AIRCAP → → Instrument display Opens the stowage compartment → → DIRECT SELECT lever Opens and closes the side windows →...
Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → → Opens the hood Active Steering Assist → → Electric parking brake Active Lane Keeping Assist → → Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC → Control panel for: Head-up Display...
Page 12: Indicator And Warning Lamps (Standard)
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (standard) Instrument Display (standard)
Page 13 At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (standard) → → L Distance warning ! Electric parking brake (yellow) → → Ð Power steering ! ABS → → #! Turn signal lights 6 Restraint system → → ; Check Engine ü...
Page 14: Indicator And Warning Lamps (Wide- Screen Cockpit)
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (Widescreen Cockpit) Widescreen Cockpit Instrument Display...
Page 15 At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (Widescreen Cockpit) → → #! Turn signal lights 6 Restraint system → → R Rear fog lamp Brakes (red) → K High beam $ USA only → L Low beam J Canada only →...
Page 16: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance – Overhead control panel...
Page 17 At a glance – Overhead control panel → p Switches the left-hand reading lamp Eyeglasses compartment on/off Sun visors → c Switches the interior lighting on/off → ; me button → | Switches automatic interior lighting con‐ → Inside rearview mirror trol on/off →...
Page 18: Door Control Panel And Seat Adjustment
At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment...
Page 19 At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment → → Operates the memory function Opens/closes the rear left side window → → Adjusts the seats electrically Opens the door → → Switches the seat heating on/off Locks/unlocks the vehicle →...
Page 20: Emergencies And Breakdowns
At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
Page 21 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns B-pillar with: Fuel filler flap with: → → QR code for accessing the rescue card information label on fuel type → → Safety vests Information label on tire pressure → → me button and SOS button QR code for accessing the rescue card →...
Page 22: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual The Digital Operator's Manual contains the fol‐ Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual lowing menu items: Multimedia system: Search: allows you to search precisely for Vehicle Õ Operator's Manual keywords. Select a menu item. Quick start: provides you with important information so that you can start using your In addition, you can also call up the Operator's vehicle immediately.
Page 23: General Notes
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Operate your vehicle in an environmentally Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front.
Page 24: Operator's Manual
Instrument cluster safety. Therefore, the equipment on your vehicle for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and adapted to Center console may differ from that in the descriptions and illus‐ them. Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz Genuine‐...
Page 25: 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 26: Operating Safety
General notes Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number Operating safety You should have all work on electrical 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Cus‐ and electronic components carried out tomer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐ at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 27: Declaration Of Conformity For Wireless Vehicle Components
General notes not expressly approved by the party responsible the underbody paneling. These materials may * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to driv‐ for compliance could void the user's authority to ignite if they come into contact with hot ing too fast and due to impacts to the operate the equipment."...
Page 28: Diagnostics Connection
General notes Diagnostics connection If the charge level is low, charge the & WARNING Risk of accident due to battery, e.g. by driving a considerable objects in the driver's footwell The diagnostics connection is a technical inter‐ distance. face in the vehicle. It is used, for example, within Objects in the driver's footwell may impede the scope of repair and maintenance work or for pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
Page 29: Qualified Specialist Workshop
Qualified specialist workshop can be found, for example, in the area around warning stickers in position. An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐ the multimedia and sound system or also in the Observe the following information in particular fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary...
Page 30: Problems With Your Vehicle
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect manufacturers under subsection 18.4 (4) of the an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec‐ which could cause a crash or could cause injury Motor Vehicle Safety Regulations.
Page 31: Limited Warranty
This damage is not covered either by the order a recall and remedy campaign. However, Electronic control units Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the Transport Canada cannot become involved in Electronic control units are installed in your vehi‐ New‑ or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Page 32 General notes tion in their respective operating instructions. extent required, data stored by the manufac‐ memories for vehicle keys, for example. Their This information is also available on line and, turer. For example, this may be the case during use permits the temporary or permanent docu‐ depending on the vehicle equipment, digitally.
Page 33 General notes If you use services, such as repair services and data can also be used to examine the custom‐ Address book data for use in connection with maintenance work, stored operational data as er's warranty and guarantee claims. an integrated hands-free system or an inte‐ well as the vehicle identification number can be grated navigation system Fault memories in the vehicle can be reset by a...
Page 34 General notes Certain information is simultaneously transfer‐ vehicle's own transmitter and receiver or by a You can have services and functions, some of red to your smartphone. Depending on the type mobile end device that you have brought into the which are subject to a fee, activated or deactiva‐...
Page 35 For additional information please refer to the the accelerator and/or brake pedal and chapter "Multimedia system" and/or the Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly How fast the vehicle was traveling disclaims any and all liability arising from the Mercedes me connect Terms and Conditions.
Page 36: Copyright
MBUSA and with updates on the following website: or its subsidiaries and affiliates; or, as required HD Radio™ is a registered trademark of iBiq‐ https://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource by law. uity Digital Corporation. Warning: The EDR is a component of the Gracenote ®...
Page 37: Occupant Safety
Mercedes-Benz Center for details. objects penetrating the vehicle from the outside. A seat belt can only provide the best level of pro‐...
Page 38 Occupant safety tem warning lamp lights up. It goes out no later Function of the restraint system in an acci‐ only parts which are relatively easily deformed dent than a few seconds after the vehicle is started. are affected and the rate of vehicle deceleration The components of the restraint system are then is not high.
Page 39: Seat Belts
Using the search Always observe the instructions about the cor‐ function, you will find information on perchlo‐ Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the rect driver's seat position and adjusting the seat rate, for example. vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop page 84).
Page 40 Occupant safety The seat belt must be routed across the cen‐ securing objects, luggage or loads Limitations of the protection provided by the seat belt ter of the shoulder and as low down across page 98). the hips as possible. Also ensure that no objects, e.g.
Page 41 Never modify the seat belt system, for example the seat belt, seat belt buckle, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Emergency Tensioning Device, seat belt vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop anchorage and seat belt retractor.
Page 42 Occupant safety The seat belt extender retracts again in the fol‐ * NOTE Damage caused by trapping the lowing cases: seat belt The seat belt tongue is engaged in the seat If an unused seat belt is not fully retracted, it belt buckle may become trapped in the door or in the The seat belt tongue is not engaged in the...
Page 43 Occupant safety Releasing seat belts Only one person should use each seat * NOTE Deployment of the Emergency belt at any one time. Tensioning Device and side air bag when Press the release button in the seat belt the front passenger seat is unoccupied buckle and guide the seat belt back with the seat belt tongue.
Page 44: Airbags
Occupant safety The driver or front passenger unfastens their The installation location of an airbag is identified NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. by the AIRBAG symbol. system on a seat with an ENABLED FRONT When enabled, an airbag can provide additional AIRBAG;...
Page 45 Occupant safety Protective capacity of the airbags To avoid the risks resulting from the deployment * NOTE Important points to remember if of an airbag, each vehicle occupant must the front passenger seat is unoccupied Depending on the accident situation, an airbag observe the following information in particular: may supplement the protection offered by a cor‐...
Page 46 Limited protection provided by airbags ing in particular: have been approved for the correspond‐ ing seats by Mercedes-Benz. There are no people, animals or objects & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifi‐ between the vehicle occupants and an air‐...
Page 47 Occupant safety resting on the seat backrest of the front Have the vehicle towed to a qualified Do not store any objects under the co- passenger seat. specialist workshop in order to have the driver seat. deployed airbag replaced. The child restraint system must not touch the When the co-driver seat is occupied, roof or be put under strain by the head make sure that no objects are trapped...
Page 48 Occupant safety If the front passenger seat is occupied, the clas‐ ble, be resting on the seat backrest of & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to sification of the person or child restraint system the co-driver seat. a disabled front passenger airbag on the front passenger seat takes place after the Always comply with the child restraint The front passenger airbag is disabled when...
Page 49 Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indica‐ The status of the front passenger airbag is dis‐ shutoff checked and repaired immediately at a tor lamps played via the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator qualified specialist workshop. lamps after the self-test: Status display ON is lit: the front passenger airbag may If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure,...
Page 50 Occupant safety Always ensure that the front passenger air‐ necessary, adjust the front passenger & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to bag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG seat accordingly. incorrect positioning of the forward- OFF indicator lamp must be lit. facing child restraint system Always comply with the child restraint NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint...
Page 51: Roll Bar
Occupant safety with a build corresponding to that of an adult If the front passenger seat is occupied, Roll bar must not use the front passenger seat. always ensure that: & DANGER Risk of injury or death due to a Instead, they should use a rear seat.
Page 52: Pre-Safe
Occupant safety Always make sure that the there is ® PRE-SAFE system * NOTE Damage caused by objects in the nothing in the sweep of the roll bars. footwell or behind the seat ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant protec‐ Always stow and secure objects in the tion) The automatic adjustment of the seat posi‐...
Page 53: Safely Transporting Children In The Vehicle
For this reason, Increasing brake pressure when the vehicle Also strictly observe the safety notes for the Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install is stationary. This brake application is can‐ specific situation. In this way you can recog‐...
Page 54 Securing systems for child restraint systems using a child restraint system in the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child in the vehicle booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide. Observe standards for child restraint sys‐...
Page 55 Occupant safety Always secure a child restraint system cor‐ Securing the child restraint system with & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to rectly the seat belt on the front passenger seat unsecured child restraint systems in the page 61). Observe the specific vehicle &...
Page 56 Occupant safety Avoid direct sunlight Observe when stopping or parking Only affix accessories which have been specially approved for this child & WARNING Risk of burns when the child & WARNING Risk of accident and injury restraint system by the child restraint seat is exposed to direct sunlight due to children left unattended in the system's manufacturer.
Page 57 Occupant safety ¯ Also secure Top Tether if present Activating or deactivating the special seat When leaving the vehicle, always take belt retractor page 58). the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Alternative securing system: & WARNING Risk of injury or death if a Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach 7 Vehicle seat belt seat belt is unfastened while the vehicle...
Page 58 Occupant safety The seat belts on the following seats are equip‐ Deactivating the special seat belt retractor: Objects or loads in the trunk or cargo ped with a special seat belt retractor: Press the release button of the seat belt compartment will not be restrained by Front passenger seat buckle.
Page 59 Occupant safety O Make sure that the child's feet do not touch vehicle, this will result in restrictions on the restraint system with which the child is the front seat. If necessary, move the front maximum size setting for child restraint sys‐ secured with the vehicle seat belt.
Page 60 Occupant safety Securing Top Tether restraint system attached with LATCH- type (ISOFIX) and the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of injury or death if the rear seat backrests are not locked after Top Tether belts are installed The rear seat backrests may fold forwards when you are driving.
Page 61 Occupant safety It is essential to comply with the child Make sure that the rear bench seat, the restraint system manufacturer's installation rear seat and the seat backrest are instructions. engaged before every trip. If the left and right seat backrests are not Securing the child restraint system with the engaged and locked in place, this will be shown seat belt...
Page 62 Occupant safety After the child restraint system has been O Make sure that the child's feet do not touch Always make sure that the shoulder belt removed, replace the head restraints again the front seat. If necessary, move the front strap is correctly routed from the seat belt immediately and adjust them correctly.
Page 63 Occupant safety Securing the child restraint system with the vehicle, this will result in restrictions on the Always ensure that the front passenger air‐ seat belt on the front passenger seat maximum size setting for child restraint sys‐ bag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG tems in weight category II or III.
Page 64: Notes On Pets In The Vehicle
Occupant safety Set the front passenger seat as far back as Notes on pets in the vehicle possible and move the seat into the highest position if possible. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Fully retract the seat cushion length adjust‐ due to animals left unsecured or unat‐...
Page 65: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing Indicator lamp SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the Unlocks Overview of SmartKey functions vehicle. Opens the trunk lid & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach Panic alarm of children.
Page 66 Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking To activate: press button for approx‐ driver's door, only the driver's door and fuel verification signal imately one second. filler flap are unlocked. A visual and audible alarm is triggered. Multimedia system: To deactivate: briefly press button again.
Page 67 Requirements: remove emergency key 2. You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. Inserting the emergency key Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Press release knob 1. battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐ Insert emergency key to the intermediate shop.
Page 68 Opening and closing Remove the emergency key ( page 65). Re-attach cover and push it until it There is interference from a powerful radio signal source engages. The SmartKey function is impaired by, for exam‐ ple: Problems with the SmartKey, troubleshoot‐ High voltage power lines Mobile phones You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle...
Page 69: Doors
Opening and closing Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle The vehicle is not unlocked: Doors from the inside If you have locked the vehicle using the Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside SmartKey. If you have locked the vehicle using KEY‐ LESS-GO.
Page 70 Opening and closing If you open the trunk lid from outside, the trunk There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. lid is automatically unlocked. The KEYLESS-GO function is impaired by, for example: Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting High voltage power lines You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle Mobile phones using KEYLESS-GO...
Page 71 Opening and closing In the following situations, there is a danger of being locked out when the function is activated: While the vehicle is being tow started/ pushed. If the vehicle is being tested on a roller dyna‐ mometer. Locking/unlocking the driver's door with the emergency key If you wish to lock the vehicle entirely using the emergency key, first press the button for...
Page 72: Trunk
Opening and closing Trunk Opening the trunk lid & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
Page 73 Opening and closing Closing the trunk lid Switching separate trunk locking on or off If an accident has been detected, the trunk will unlock even if separate locking is If you centrally unlock the vehicle while separate & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured switched on.
Page 74: Soft Top
Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the trunk lid opening & WARNING Risk of entrapment when height restriction opening or closing the soft top Multimedia system: Parts of the body could become trapped. Vehicle î Vehicle Settings When opening or closing, make sure Trunk Lid Restriction that no body parts are in the vicinity of moving components.
Page 75 (60 km/h), the soft top will stop during the opening or closing procedure. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends Reduce the vehicle speed to below opening or closing the soft top when the vehicle 37 mph (60 km/h) or stop the vehicle is stationary.
Page 76 Opening and closing If the soft top does not close fully because of Opening or closing the trunk partition strong headwinds, drive more slowly or stop. The trunk partition covers luggage or loads in the trunk. Relocking the soft top Depending on the equipment, the vehicle may be equipped with a manual or partially electric &...
Page 77 Opening and closing Vehicles with a partially electric trunk AIRCAP can be activated or deactivated at partition: press button 1. speeds of up to approximately 100 mph Trunk partition will open or close auto‐ (160 km/h). matically. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped If there is a system failure, the partially elec‐...
Page 78 Opening and closing If the vehicle is parked with the soft top open The bag containing the folding wind screen is Install the wind screen as described. and the ignition is switched off, AIRCAP will attached to the through-loading feature behind Do not place any objects on the instal‐...
Page 79 Opening and closing Remove the folding wind screen from the bag. Fold out folding wind screen as shown. Fold out the two brackets on the left and right. Align brackets of folding wind screen Perform the following steps in sequence on both with two rear fixtures on the vehicle.
Page 80: Side Windows
Opening and closing Follow the instructions in reverse order to The soft top has been opened and closed Side windows remove the folding wind screen. several times in a row. The soft top drive has Opening and closing the side windows been switched off automatically and will be available again after approximately ten Problems with the soft top...
Page 81 Opening and closing To interrupt automatic operation: press or If someone is trapped, release the but‐ pull the W button again. ton immediately or press the button in order to reopen the side window. Automatic operation for closing is available only for the front side windows.
Page 82 Opening and closing All side windows can be opened or closed simul‐ Convenience opening (ventilating the vehicle & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped before starting a journey) taneously using button 1. despite there being reversing protection Switch on the ignition. on the side window &...
Page 83 Opening and closing Press and hold the Ü button on the Convenience closing (closing the vehicle Press and hold the ß button on the from outside) SmartKey. SmartKey. The following functions are performed: The following functions are performed: & WARNING Risk of entrapment due to not The vehicle is unlocked.
Page 84: Anti-Theft Protection
Check to see whether any objects are in the ture. system is not operational. Contact an window guide. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Possible cause: Adjust the side windows. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or The SmartKey battery is weak or discharged.
Page 85 Opening and closing The ATA system is armed automatically after The ATA system is deactivated automatically in Press the start/stop button with the Smart‐ approximately ten seconds in the following situa‐ the following situations: Key in the stowage compartment tions: page 126) After unlocking the vehicle with the Smart‐...
Page 86: 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 accident due to The back of your head is supported at eye adjusting the vehicle settings while the level by the center of the head restraint vehicle is in motion You can hold the steering wheel with your...
Page 87: Seats
Seats and stowing Seats When adjusting a seat, make sure that & WARNING Risk of accident due to no one has any part of their body within adjusting the vehicle settings while the Adjusting the front seat mechanically and the sweep of the seat. vehicle is in motion electrically (without Seat Comfort Package) You could lose control of the vehicle in the...
Page 88 Seats and stowing Do not interchange the head restraints of the Children in particular could accidentally & WARNING Risk of injury due to exces‐ front and rear seats. Otherwise, you will not be press the electrical seat adjustment buttons sive strain on the grab handle able to adjust the height and angle of the head and become trapped.
Page 89 Seats and stowing Adjusting the front seat electrically * NOTE Damage to the seats when moving the seats back The seats may be damaged by objects when moving the seats back. When moving the seats back, make sure that there are no objects in the footwell, under or behind the seats.
Page 90 Seats and stowing Save the settings with the memory function Using buttons to 4, adjust the contour & WARNING Risk of injury due to head page 98). of the backrest individually to suit your back. restraints not being installed or being adjusted incorrectly Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Head restraints...
Page 91 Seats and stowing Push the head restraint backwards and let go Release the rear seat backrest and fold it for‐ of release knob 2. wards slightly ( page 101). Pull the head restraint upwards as far as it Installing/removing the rear seat head will go.
Page 92 Seats and stowing Adjust the air cushions. Resetting seat settings Adjusting the backrest contour in the lumbar Multimedia system: region of the seat backrest (lumbar) Vehicle a Seats Reset Select Lumbar. Select or No. Adjust the air cushions. Depending on whether the settings for the driv‐ er’s or front passenger seat are selected, only Selecting the massage program for the front the selected seat can be reset.
Page 93 Seats and stowing instrument cluster. A warning tone also Folding back sounds. Push the seat back horizontally by the seat The seat will move automatically to the backrest until it reaches the seat position stored position. that was previously set. Fold the seat backrest back until it engages.
Page 94 Seats and stowing Switching the seat heating on/off Press button repeatedly until the desired ments placed on the seats, e.g. seat cush‐ heating level is set. ions or child seats. This could cause damage & WARNING Risk of burns due to repeat‐ Depending on the heating level, up to three to the seat surface.
Page 95 Seats and stowing Switching AIRSCARF on/off & WARNING Risk of burns caused by the heating output from AIRSCARF being too high When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air can flow from the outlet opening in the head restraints. This could result in burns in the immediate vicinity of the outlet opening.
Page 96: Steering Wheel
Seats and stowing To reduce the level: press button Steering wheel Never leave children unattended in the repeatedly until the desired heating level is vehicle. Adjusting the steering wheel mechanically set. When leaving the vehicle, always take Depending on the heating level, up to three &...
Page 97 Seats and stowing Adjust height and distance to the Switching the steering wheel heating on/off steering wheel. Requirements: To lock: push release lever up as far as it The ignition is switched on. will go. Check and make sure that the steering col‐ umn is locked by moving the steering wheel.
Page 98: Easy Entry And Exit Feature
Seats and stowing When you switch the ignition off, the steering & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if If there is a risk of becoming trapped by the wheel heating switches off. children activate the easy entry and exit steering wheel: feature‑...
Page 99: Memory Function
Seats and stowing The steering wheel will then move upwards Setting the easy entry and exit feature & WARNING Risk of entrapment when only if it is not already as high as it will go. adjusting the seat with the memory func‐ Multimedia system: The driver's seat will then move backwards tion...
Page 100: Stowage Areas
Seats and stowing Operating the memory function To call up: press and hold preset position Never leave children unattended in the button 4, T or U until all the sys‐ vehicle. Storing tems are in the stored position. When leaving the vehicle, always take When you release the preset position button, the SmartKey with you and lock the steering wheel, the seat and mirror setting...
Page 101 Seats and stowing There is a risk of injury, particularly in the & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured & WARNING ‑ Risk of accident or injury event of sudden braking or a sudden change items in the vehicle when using the cup holder while the in direction.
Page 102 100 Seats and stowing In addition, flammable materials may ignite Allow vehicle parts to cool down before * NOTE Damage to the handle in the trunk touching them. floor you drop the hot cigarette lighter If the handle in the trunk is left protruding, The driving characteristics of your vehicle are the handle may be damaged.
Page 103 Seats and stowing 101 Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior Through-loading feature in the rear bench If the left and right seat backrests are not seat (EASY-PACK Quickfold) engaged and locked in place, this will be shown Overview of the front storage compartments on the multifunction display on the instrument Folding the rear seat backrest forwards cluster.
Page 104 102 Seats and stowing To unlock the left and right seat back‐ Folding back the rear seat backrest rest: pull right or left button 1. * NOTE Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back the seat backrest The seat belt could become trapped and thus damaged when the seat backrest is folded back.
Page 105 Seats and stowing 103 Fold the corresponding seat backrest around and hit vehicle occupants. In addi‐ back until it engages. tion, cup holders, open storage spaces and Left and right seat backrests: if the seat mobile phone brackets cannot always retain backrest is not engaged and locked in place, all objects they contain.
Page 106: Sockets
104 Seats and stowing Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle If you have connected a device to the 12 V has the following 12 V sockets: socket, leave the cover of the storage compart‐ ment open. In the storage compartment in the front cen‐ ter console In the front passenger footwell Wireless charging of the mobile phone and...
Page 107 Seats and stowing 105 The following notes on wirelessly charging the Always make sure that objects do not * NOTE Damage to objects caused by mobile phone must be observed: protrude from stowage spaces, parcel placing them in the mobile phone stor‐ nets or stowage nets.
Page 108: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats
A list of compatible mobile phones can be The mat can be removed by the tab for found at: https://www.mercedes-benz- cleaning, e.g. using clean, lukewarm water. mobile.com Installing/removing the floor mats & WARNING Risk of accident due to...
Page 109 Seats and stowing 107 To install: slide the corresponding seat backwards and lay the floor mat in the foot‐ well. Press studs onto holders 2. Adjust the corresponding seat. To remove: pull the floor mat off the holders Remove the floor mat.
Page 110: 108 Light And Visibility
108 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog lamp on or off Operating light switches Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the parking lamps will be deactivated The various lighting systems of the vehicle are and replaced by the L low-beam indicator only aids.
Page 111 Light and visibility 109 The exterior lighting (except standing and park‐ Switching the rear fog lights on or off Operating the combination switch for the lights ing lamps) will switch off automatically when the Requirements: driver's door is opened. The light switch is in the L or Ã posi‐ Observe the notes on surround lighting tion.
Page 112 110 Light and visibility Switching on high beam To indicate permanently: push the combi‐ Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights nation switch beyond the point of resistance Turn the light switch to the L or Ã in the direction of arrow or 4.
Page 113 Light and visibility 111 Cornering light At speeds between 25 mph (40 km/h) and On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam 43 mph (70 km/h) and when the steering Assist may fail to recognize other road users Cornering light function wheel is turned with their own lighting, or may recognize them too late.
Page 114 112 Light and visibility The high beam will switch off automatically in Switching the daytime running lamps on/off the following cases: Multimedia system: At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) Vehicle ÷ Light Settings If other road users are detected Daytime Run.
Page 115: Interior Lighting
Light and visibility 113 vehicle is unlocked. When you start the vehicle, To switch interior lighting on: push button Setting the interior lighting switch-off delay time the surround lighting is deactivated and the to the left. automatic driving lights are activated. To switch automatic interior lighting con‐...
Page 116: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System
114 Light and visibility Moving the wiper arms into the replacement ° Continuous wiping, slow Windshield wiper and windshield washer position system ¯ Continuous wiping, fast Switch the ignition on and then off again Switching the windshield wipers on/off Turn the combination switch to the corre‐ immediately.
Page 117 Light and visibility 115 Installing the wiper blades Fold the wiper arms back onto the wind‐ shield. Switch on the ignition. Press the î button on the combination switch ( page 114). The wiper arms will return to the original position.
Page 118: Mirrors
116 Light and visibility Maintenance display The duration until the color changes varies & WARNING Risk of accident due to mis‐ depending on the usage conditions. judgment of distance when using the front-passenger mirror Mirrors The outside mirror on the front passenger side reflects objects on a smaller scale.
Page 119 Light and visibility 117 Folding the outside mirrors in/out Adjusting the outside mirrors The electrolyte is hazardous to health and Press button to select the outside causes irritation. It must not come into con‐ mirror to be adjusted. tact with your skin, eyes, respiratory organs or clothing or be swallowed.
Page 120 118 Light and visibility The inside rearview mirror and the outside mir‐ The front-passenger outside mirror will move Storing the parking position of the front- passenger outside mirror using reverse gear ror on the driver's side will automatically go into back to its original position when: anti-glare mode if light from a headlamp hits the You shift the transmission to another trans‐...
Page 121 Light and visibility 119 Calling up Select the front-passenger outside mirror using button 2. Engage reverse gear. The front-passenger outside mirror will move into the stored parking position. Activating/deactivating the automatic mirror folding function Multimedia system: Vehicle î Vehicle Settings Autom.
Page 122: 120 Climate Control
Switching climate control on/off Mercedes-Benz. Always have service work car‐ w Sets the temperature on the driver's ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. To switch on: set the airflow to level 1 or side higher using the H button.
Page 123 Climate control 121 Switching the A/C function on/off using the Activating/deactivating the climate control Switching air-recirculation mode on/off air conditioning control panel synchronization function via the air condi‐ Press the g button. tioning control panel The A/C function heats, cools and dehumidifies The interior air will be recirculated.
Page 124 122 Climate control Air vents Adjusting the rear air vents Adjusting the front air vents & WARNING Risk of burns and frostbite due to being too close to the air vents Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents.
Page 125 Climate control 123 Adjusting the AIRSCARF vents Make sure that there are no objects covering the air inlet grille on the back of the head restraints. & WARNING Risk of burns caused by the heating output from AIRSCARF being too high When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air can flow from the outlet opening in the head...
Page 126: 124 Driving And Parking
124 Driving and parking Switching on the power supply or ignition Driving When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles & WARNING Risk of accident and injury vehicle. Observe the notes on the following topics in the due to children left unattended in the Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach vehicle...
Page 127 Driving and parking 125 To switch on the ignition: press button Never leave the engine or, if present, twice. the auxiliary heating running in an The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster enclosed space without sufficient venti‐ light up. lation. The ignition is switched off again if one of the following conditions is met: &...
Page 128 126 Driving and parking If the vehicle still does not start and the dis‐ must be located in marked space on sym‐ play message Place the Key in the Marked during the entire journey. Space See Operator's Manual also appears Have SmartKey 1checked at a qualified in the multifunction display: start the vehicle specialist workshop.
Page 129 Driving and parking 127 The fuel tank is sufficiently full. Starting the vehicle (Remote Online) Start the vehicle using the smartphone. After every engine start, the engine runs for The starter battery is sufficiently charged. & WARNING Risk of crushing or entrap‐ ten minutes.
Page 130 128 Driving and parking Breaking-in notes This also applies when the engine or parts of the could lose control of the vehicle. There is an drivetrain have been replaced. increased risk of skidding and/or accident. To preserve the engine during the first Please also observe the following breaking-in Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa‐...
Page 131 Driving and parking 129 The engine and transmission are at normal After no more than five seconds, take your This jeopardizes the operating and road operating temperature. left foot quickly off the brake, but keep the safety of the vehicle. accelerator pedal depressed.
Page 132 130 Driving and parking Open a window on the side of the vehi‐ & WARNING Risk of accident if the ignition & WARNING Risk of skidding and of an cle facing away from the wind to ensure is switched off while driving accident due to shifting down on slippery an adequate supply of fresh air.
Page 133 Driving and parking 131 Only depress the accelerator pedal & WARNING Risk of accident due to the * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by slightly. brake system overheating continuously depressing the brake pedal Have the cause rectified immediately at If you leave your foot on the brake pedal Do not depress the brake pedal contin‐...
Page 134 132 Driving and parking Notes on hydroplaning Observe the following if you must drive through The engine is switched off automatically in the Hydroplaning can take place once a certain water: following situations if all vehicle conditions for amount of water has accumulated on the road an automatic engine stop are met: The water, when calm, may only reach the surface.
Page 135 Driving and parking 133 The engine is restarted automatically if: Neither the è nor ç symbol appears Deactivating or activating the ECO start/ stop function when the vehicle is at a standstill: an intelli‐ You engage transmission position h or k. gent stop inhibitor was detected, for exam‐...
Page 136: Dynamic Select Switch
134 Driving and parking ECO display function The inner segment will light up and the outer Start. The range displayed does not indicate a segment will fill up when the following driving fixed reduction in consumption. The ECO display summarizes your driving char‐ style is adopted: acteristics from the start of the journey to its Moderate acceleration...
Page 137 Driving and parking 135 emphasises the vehicle's own oversteering Depending on the drive program, the following Selecting the drive program and understeering characteristics for a more systems change their characteristics: active driving style Drive only suitable for good road conditions, a dry Engine and transmission management road surface and a clear stretch of road Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC...
Page 138: Automatic Transmission
136 Driving and parking Configuring drive program I Displaying engine data Automatic transmission Multimedia system: Multimedia system: DIRECT SELECT lever Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever Individual Select Engine Data. & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐ Select the individual setting.
Page 139 Driving and parking 137 Neutral Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach & WARNING Risk of accident and injury of children. Drive position due to children left unattended in the vehicle Engaging reverse gear R Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the If children are left unsupervised in the vehi‐...
Page 140 138 Driving and parking Release the brake pedal. Park position j is engaged automatically if one The driving speed of the following conditions is met: Switch the ignition off. You switch off the ignition when the vehicle Problems with the transmission If you then exit the vehicle leaving the is stationary and the transmission position is SmartKey in the vehicle, the automatic trans‐...
Page 141 Driving and parking 139 Try to start the engine again. lower gear depending on the steering wheel Driving style gearshift paddle being pulled. Shift the transmission to position h or k. To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift If h is selected, the transmission only shifts You have two options to manually shift the auto‐...
Page 142: Function Of The 4Matic
140 Driving and parking Glide mode function Glide mode can also be activated if you have selected the "Eco" setting for the drive in the drive program =. * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the Observe the notes in the Supplement.
Page 143: Refueling
Driving and parking 141 the traction of your vehicle whenever a driven Fire, open flames, smoking and creation oughly with clean water. Seek medical wheel spins due to insufficient traction. of sparks must be avoided. attention immediately. If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC can Switch off the ignition and, if available, If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐...
Page 144 142 Driving and parking Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could * NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehi‐ * NOTE Fuel may spray out when you result in damage to the fuel system, the cles with a gasoline engine remove the fuel pump nozzle engine and the emission control system.
Page 145: Parking
Driving and parking 143 Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the remove it. front wheels so that the vehicle rolls Insert the fuel filler cap from above into towards the curb if it starts moving. bracket 2.
Page 146 144 Driving and parking Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach & WARNING Risk of accident and injury of children. due to children left unattended in the vehicle * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to it If children are left unsupervised in the vehi‐ rolling away cle, they could, in particular: open doors, thereby endangering other...
Page 147 Driving and parking 145 Engage transmission position j in a station‐ Requirements: Never leave the engine or, if present, ary vehicle with the brake pedal applied The vehicle has been parked outside the the auxiliary heating running in an page 138). garage or outside the range of movement of enclosed space without sufficient venti‐...
Page 148 146 Driving and parking Check if the transmitter frequency of the synchronization of the rolling code with Press previously programmed button 1, remote control has the frequency range of the door system must also be carried out. repeatedly until the door closes. 280 to 868 MHz.
Page 149 Driving and parking 147 On remote controls that transmit only for a Clearing the garage door opener memory In addition, the children could also set the limited period, press button on remote Press and hold buttons and 3. vehicle in motion, for example by: control again before transmission ends.
Page 150 148 Driving and parking In the following situations, the electric parking The electric parking brake is not automatically You have previously driven at speeds brake is also applied: applied if the engine is switched off by the ECO greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). start/stop function.
Page 151 Driving and parking 149 Push handle 1. Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended The ATA (anti-theft alarm system) is unavaila‐ period The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐ ble. tor lamp lights up in the instrument cluster. The function for detecting collisions on a If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six The electric parking brake is only securely...
Page 152: Driving And Driving Safety Systems
150 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating standby mode all times and intervene when necessary. Be Multimedia system: aware of the limitations regarding the safe use of these systems. Vehicle î Vehicle Settings Standby Mode Driving systems can neither reduce the risk of accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor This function is not available for all models.
Page 153 Driving and parking 151 Make sure that there are no overhanging loads Hill Start Assist ( page 155) & WARNING Risk of accident due to protruding into the detection range. ATTENTION ASSIST ( page 156) restricted detection performance of vehi‐ If there is damage to a bumper or the radiator cle sensors and cameras Cruise control (...
Page 154 152 Driving and parking Active Emergency Stop Assist (country- If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a ® Function of ESP (Electronic Stability Pro‐ dependent) ( page 168) pulsing in the brake pedal. The pulsating brake gram) pedal can be an indication of hazardous road Active Lane Change Assist (country-depend‐...
Page 155 Driving and parking 153 If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired More drive torque is transferred to the wheel Deactivate ESP ® in the following situations to ® or wheels with traction. by the driver, ESP can stabilize the vehicle by improve traction: intervening in the following ways: When using snow chains.
Page 156 154 Driving and parking ® Improved driving stability when braking, HOLD function Activating/deactivating ESP (Electronic Sta‐ especially on bends. bility Program) HOLD function The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand‐ Multimedia system: Function of STEER CONTROL still without requiring you to depress the brake Vehicle k Assistance pedal, e.g.
Page 157 Driving and parking 155 Activating/deactivating the HOLD function The electric parking brake is released. The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ ing brake. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the vated. In the following situations, the vehicle is held by HOLD function being active when you The transmission is in position h, k or i.
Page 158 156 Driving and parking You can choose between two settings: & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Standard: normal system sensitivity. due to the vehicle rolling away Sensitive: higher system sensitivity. The After a short time, Hill Start Assist no longer driver is warned earlier and the attention holds the vehicle.
Page 159 Driving and parking 157 tion to this rest area. This function can be activa‐ If the time has been set incorrectly. Activate O or deactivate the function ª. ted and deactivated in the multimedia system. If ATTENTION ASSIST detects fatigue or If you change lanes and vary your speed fre‐...
Page 160 158 Driving and parking Mercedes‑AMG vehicles: Cruise control is Do not use cruise control in the following situa‐ The transmission is in position h. available up to a maximum speed of 155 mph tions: (250 km/h). In traffic situations which require frequent changes of speed, e.g.
Page 161 Driving and parking 159 Activating cruise control Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and press rocker switch up M. Press rocker switch up M or down Function of Active Distance Assist Adopting a detected speed DISTRONIC The current speed is stored and maintained Activate cruise control.
Page 162 160 Driving and parking Other features of Active Distance Assist situation is detected when driving off, a visual Distance indicator DISTRONIC: and acoustic warning is given indicating that the Set specified distance driver must now take control of the vehicle. The Adjusts the driving style depending on the Active Lane Change Assist lane change dis‐...
Page 163 Driving and parking 161 If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond The windshield in the area of the camera is If the stored speed is called up and is the setting of the Active Distance Assist dirty, fogged up, damaged or covered. considerably faster or slower than the DISTRONIC, the system is switched to pas‐...
Page 164 162 Driving and parking Operating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Brake the vehicle yourself and/or take evasive action. Requirements: The electric parking brake is released. & WARNING Risk of accident if detection ® is activated and is not intervening. function of Active Distance Assist The transmission is in position h.
Page 165 Driving and parking 163 To activate without a stored speed: press Select J with the left rocker switch. Increasing or decreasing the speed rocker switch up M or down N, or 1 mph (1 km/h): press rocker switch select J with the left rocker switch. M or down N to the pressure point.
Page 166 164 Driving and parking The driven speed is adjusted when the vehicle is System limits Ensure that the driven speed complies level with the traffic sign at the latest. In the The system limits of Traffic Sign Assist apply to with traffic regulations.
Page 167 Driving and parking 165 Traffic jams ahead (only with Live Traffic Speed adaptation is canceled in the following & WARNING Risk of accident in spite of Information ( page 259)) cases: route-based speed adaptation If the turn signal indicator is switched off When the toll station is reached, Active Dis‐...
Page 168 166 Driving and parking Multimedia system: switches to passive mode. The system provides no support in this case. Vehicle k Assistance Speed Adjustment Status display of Active Steering Assist in the multifunction display Activate O or deactivate ª the function. Ø...
Page 169 Driving and parking 167 Depending on the country: the driver The windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged & WARNING Risk of accident if Active presses a steering wheel button or operates or covered in the vicinity of the camera, e.g. Steering Assist unexpectedly stops func‐...
Page 170 If the system detects that the driver has not If possible, an emergency call is placed to steered the vehicle for a considerable period of the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center time or has removed their hands from the steer‐ ing wheel, display appears in the multifunc‐...
Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Active Lane Change Assist begins after the driver has activated the turn sig‐ In addition, a warning tone may sound, depend‐ nal indicator. This is shown to the driver with a ing on the situation. Function of Active Lane Change Assist green arrow next to the ±...
Page 172 170 Driving and parking Activating/deactivating Active Lane Change If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli‐ Always monitor the lane change and Assist sion, a warning tone sounds and the L dis‐ keep your hands on the steering wheel. Multimedia system: tance warning lamp lights up in the instrument Observe the traffic conditions and steer...
Page 173 Driving and parking 171 Distance warning function (vehicles without safe distance to the vehicle in front, vehicle Driving Assistance Package) speed and for braking in good time. The distance warning function can aid you in the Always pay careful attention to the traf‐ following situations with an intermittent warning fic situation;...
Page 174 172 Driving and parking at speeds up to approximately 62 mph at speeds up to approximately 37 mph moving pedestrians, crossing vehicles and (100 km/h) when approaching stationary (60 km/h) when approaching moving pedes‐ stationary and crossing cyclists vehicles trians and crossing cyclists Situation-dependent braking assistance at speeds up to approximately 50 mph at speeds up to approximately 31 mph...
Page 175 Driving and parking 173 Situation-dependent braking assistance releasing the brake pedal Reaction from a speed of approximately (vehicles with Driving Assistance Package) 12 mph (20 km/h) up to a speed of approx‐ Active Brake Assist may cancel the brake appli‐ imately 43 mph (70 km/h).
Page 176 174 Driving and parking If the sensors are dirty, fogged up, damaged partially available during the teach-in proc‐ Always pay careful attention to the traf‐ or covered. ess. fic situation; do not rely on Evasive Steering Assist alone. If the sensors are impaired due to interfer‐ Setting Active Brake Assist ence from other radar sources, e.g.
Page 177 Driving and parking 175 When the ignition is next started, the tion applies or if the system cannot clearly deter‐ Display in the Instrument Display medium setting is selected automatically and mine whether the restriction applies. Evasive Steering Assist is available. Warning when the maximum permissible If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the speed is exceeded...
Page 178 176 Driving and parking If Traffic Sign Assist cannot determine the maxi‐ If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐ Multimedia system: mum permissible speed (e.g. due to missing tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐ Vehicle k Assistance signs), the following display appears in the...
Page 179 Driving and parking 177 Adjusting the type of warning Permanent status display in the instrument clus‐ Blind Spot Assist cannot warn drivers in this ter: Select Visual & Audible, Visual or None. situation. ¸ (gray): system is activated but inopera‐ Always pay careful attention to the traf‐...
Page 180 178 Driving and parking System limits The exit warning may be limited in the following Always pay particular attention to the situations: 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, in par‐...
Page 181 Driving and parking 179 may be interrupted at any time if you steer Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or Always steer, brake or accelerate your‐ Active Blind Spot Assist slightly in the opposite direction or accelerate. self, especially if Active Blind Spot Multimedia system: Assist warns you or makes a course- System limits...
Page 182 180 Driving and parking conditions. Active Lane Keeping Assist is only an You are warned by vibrations in the steering adjacent lane. The front wheel drives over aid. You are responsible for maintaining a safe wheel in the following circumstances: the lane marking.
Page 183 Driving and parking 181 detected, it is possible that no lane correcting If the lane markings change quickly, e.g. & WARNING Risk of accident despite inter‐ brake application takes place ( page 182). lanes branch off, cross one another or vention of Active Lane Keeping Assist merge.
Page 184 182 Driving and parking graphic. When Active Lane Keeping Assist is The drive program selected lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping active, the lane markings are shown in green Assist alerts you. The driving style in the assistance graphic. The drive program can be adjusted using the Be sure to observe the system limitations of Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist DYNAMIC SELECT switch.
Page 185 Driving and parking 183 ADS PLUS (Adaptive Damping System with The vehicle is not lowered any further if you Choose a vehicle level which is suited constant damping force adjustment) are traveling at higher speeds. to the driving style and the road surface DYNAMIC SELECT switch and level button conditions.
Page 186 184 Driving and parking Raising the vehicle The vehicle is lowered again in the following sit‐ You or anyone else in the vicinity of the uations: wheel arches or the underbody could thus become trapped. When driving faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). The vehicle can also be lowered after being When driving between 37 mph (60 km/h) locked.
Page 187 Driving and parking 185 This helps you to orient yourself and to avoid obstacles when backing up. The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attention to the surroundings. The responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking remains with you.
Page 188 186 Driving and parking System limits Red warning display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC: obstacles are very close The rear view camera will not function or will (approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less) only partially function in the following situations: Orange warning display of Parking Assist The trunk lid is open.
Page 189 Driving and parking 187 Have the display repaired or replaced if, for The system evaluates images from the following Top view with image from the rear view cam‐ example, pixel errors considerably restrict its cameras: use. Rear view camera Top view with trailer view (vehicles with a trailer hitch) Front camera 360°...
Page 190 188 Driving and parking approximately 2.0 ft (0.6 m) the warning display Guide lines The guide lines show the distances to your is shown in orange. From a distance of approx‐ vehicle. The distances only apply to road imately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) the warning display is level.
Page 191 Driving and parking 189 On vehicles with height-adjustable suspension or Opening the camera cover of the rear view camera if the vehicle is carrying a heavy load, leaving the standard height can result in inaccuracies in the Multimedia system: guide lines and in the display of the generated Vehicle k Assistance images, depending on technical conditions.
Page 192 190 Driving and parking Parking Assist PARKTRONIC can be set to sound at a greater distance of approximately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) in front and 2.0 ft Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (0.6 m) on the sides ( page 193). Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is an electronic Warn Early setting is always active at the...
Page 193 Driving and parking 191 Orange segments: obstacles at a distance Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC If a warning tone also sounds for approximately between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft two seconds every time the vehicle is started, it (0.6 m) may be due to one of the following causes: Red segments: obstacles at a very short...
Page 194 192 Driving and parking obstacle and there is a risk of a lateral collision, a warning is issued and the segments light up in color in the display. The segment color changes depending on the distance to the detected obstacle: Yellow: approximately 1.0 - 2.0 ft (30 - 60 cm) Red: less than approximately 1.0 ft (30 cm)
Page 195 Driving and parking 193 System limits Press the é button in the center console. Specifying the starting point for the warning tones The system limits for Parking Assist If the indicator lamp in the é button is not lit, PARKTRONIC apply to passive side impact pro‐ You can specify whether the Parking Assist Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is active.
Page 196 194 Driving and parking the system automatically measures parking persons, animals or objects etc. are in the & WARNING Risk of accident due to spaces on both sides of the vehicle. maneuvering range. objects located above or below the As soon as all requirements are met for search‐ Active Parking Assist will be canceled in the fol‐...
Page 197 Driving and parking 195 Do not use Active Parking Assist in the following situations: In extreme weather conditions such as ice, packed snow or in heavy rain. When transporting a load that protrudes beyond the vehicle. On steep uphill or downhill gradients of more than approximately 15%.
Page 198 196 Driving and parking The turn signal indicator is switched on auto‐ select the corresponding transmission posi‐ Exiting a parking space with Active Parking Assist matically when the parking procedure tion. begins. The vehicle drives into the selected parking Requirements: space.
Page 199 Driving and parking 197 & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi‐ 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 200 198 Driving and parking Take Control of Vehicle message prompt you to If you shift the transmission position to k or Always pay careful attention to the traf‐ take control of the vehicle. h when the vehicle is stationary. fic situation; do not rely on Drive Away The vehicle is not automatically braked and can Assist alone.
Page 201: Vehicle Towing Instructions
Driving and parking 199 If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles Vehicle towing instructions or other objects, detection is not possible. The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar Cross Traffic Alert is active under the following systems that are used for flat towing or dinghy conditions: towing, for example.
Page 202: 200 Instrument Display And On-Board Computer
200 Instrument Display and on-board computer Notes on the instrument display and on- Only operate this equipment when the board computer traffic situation permits. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the & WARNING Risk of accident due to an vehicle whilst paying attention to road Instrument Display malfunction and traffic conditions and operate the...
Page 203: Instrument Display Overview
Instrument Display and on-board computer 201 Instrument display overview Speedometer Area for additional values (example: tachom‐ Selected transmission position eter): tachometer/navigation/ECO display/ The segments on the speedometer indicate Multifunction display (example: standard dis‐ consumption/G-meter/date the statuses of the following systems: cruise play for a trip): assistance/telephone/navi‐...
Page 204: Overview Of Buttons On The Steering Wheel
202 Instrument Display and on-board computer The on-board computer is operated using the ò To call up the home screen of the mul‐ Overview of buttons on the steering wheel left-hand Touch Control and the left-hand back/ timedia system home button. Touch Control multimedia system When the on-board computer is being operated, % Back button (multimedia system)
Page 205: Overview Of Displays On The Multifunction Display
Instrument Display and on-board computer 203 To call up the menu bar: press the left-hand Trip ± Active Lane Change Assist ( page 169) back button until the menu bar is displayed. è ECO start/stop function ( page 132) On the corresponding menu, use the left- hand Touch Control to scroll to the end of the ë...
Page 206 204 Instrument Display and on-board computer Display content System limits Adjusting the Head-up Display settings on the on-board computer The visibility is influenced by the following condi‐ tions: On-board computer: Seat position Head-up Disp. Image position setting Ambient light Wet road surfaces Objects on the display cover Polarization in sunglasses In extreme sunlight, sections of the display...
Page 207 Instrument Display and on-board computer 205 Display Content Switching the Head-up Display on/off To select a setting: swipe upwards or down‐ wards on the left-hand Touch Control. Press the left-hand Touch Control. To adjust a value: swipe upwards or down‐ wards on the left-hand Touch Control.
Page 208: 206 Voice Control System
206 Voice Control System If you use the voice control system in an Notes on operating safety emergency your voice can change and your telephone call, e.g. an emergency call, can & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ thereby be unnecessarily delayed. mation systems and communications equipment Familiarize yourself with the voice control...
Page 209 Voice Control System 207 Operable functions Application-specific voice commands are Press the rocker switch up: 6 makes/ only available for the active application. accepts a call You can use the Voice Control System to operate Press the rocker switch down: ~ rejects/ the following equipment depending on the fea‐...
Page 210: Using The Voice Control System Effectively
208 Voice Control System Notes on how to improve speech quality do not use any abbreviations, unnecessary Using the Voice Control System effectively spaces or special characters. Features of audible help functions If the Voice Control System does not understand you: If a station list entry is not recognized: You receive information and help for the follow‐...
Page 211 To switch to USB To switch to memory card Memory card Internet application <Name> To start a Mercedes-Benz online application. The application must be called up once using the mul‐ timedia system prior to use. To switch to Mercedes-Benz Apps Mercedes-Benz Apps...
Page 212 210 Voice Control System Overview of navigation voice commands Using navigation voice commands, you can enter POIs or conventional addresses and make impor‐ tant navigation settings directly. Navigation voice commands Voice command Function Navigate to <Address/POI/Contact> Universal search for all types of destinations. A search is conducted in the address book contacts, the navigation database and on the Internet (POIs).
Page 213 Voice Control System 211 Voice command Function Enter country Enters a country/city/district/street/intersection/house number/ZIP code Enter city Enter district Enter street Enter intersection Enter house number Enter ZIP code Nearest restaurant Searches for nearby restaurants, parking options, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations Nearest parking lot Nearest rest area with restrooms Nearest gas station...
Page 214 212 Voice Control System Voice command Function Restaurant at destination Searches for restaurants, parking options, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations at the desti‐ nation Parking at destination Rest area with restrooms at destination Gas station at destination Selects a destination from the list of last entered destinations Last destinations Alternative routes Switches route guidance to another route...
Page 215 Voice Control System 213 Overview of telephone voice commands You can use the telephone voice commands to make phone calls or search through the address book. Telephone voice commands Voice command Function Call <Name> Makes a phone call. All address book names are available. Search for contact <Name>...
Page 216 214 Voice Control System Radio voice commands Voice command Function Station <Name> To call up receivable or saved stations To enter a frequency directly <Frequency> Next station To switch to the next available station Previous station To switch to the previous station Save station To save a station in the station list Show station list...
Page 217 Voice Control System 215 Media player voice commands Voice command Function Play <Tracks> The names of all available tracks, albums, artists, composers, genres or playlists are accepted dur‐ ing the search. Play <Albums> Play <Artists> Play<Composers> Play <Genres> Play <Playlists> Media search <Track>...
Page 218 216 Voice Control System Voice command Function Show all albums Available albums, artists, composers, genres, tracks or playlists are searched for. Show all artists Show all composers Show all genres Show all tracks Show all playlists To select the next track Next track Previous track To select the previous track...
Page 219 Voice Control System 217 Message voice commands Voice command Function Text message to <Name> To create a message. All address book names are available. To reply to a message Reply Forward text message To forward a message Overview of vehicle voice commands You can use the vehicle voice commands to directly call up the corresponding menus for the vehicle settings.
Page 220 218 Voice Control System Voice command Function Scent menu To display fragrance settings Energy flow To display energy flow settings Ionization menu To display ionization settings To display climate control settings Climate control menu Automatic climate control driver on To switch on the automatic climate control settings on the driver's side Light menu To display light settings To display massage settings...
Page 221 Voice Control System 219 Voice command Function Consumption menu To display consumption Vehicle data To display vehicle data...
Page 222: 220 Multimedia System
220 Multimedia system • Switches the sound on/off ( page 226) Overview and operation For Mercedes-AMG vehicles with AMG Per‐ Overview of the multimedia system formance exhaust system: • Turn: adjusts the volume & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ mation systems and communications •...
Page 223 Multimedia system 221 Observe the notes on caring for the interior Central control elements overview Touch Control page 330). Operating Touch Control Automatic temperature-controlled switch- off feature: if the temperature is too high, the brightness is initially reduced automatically. The display may then switch off completely for a while.
Page 224 222 Multimedia system Swipe down on Touch Control 2. Operating the controller To call up favorites: when the main functions are displayed, slide controller down. Opening and closing a list Controller To open: press Touch Control 2. To close: press button 3. Controller operating options: Turn 3 counter-clockwise or clockwise.
Page 225 Multimedia system 223 You can navigate in menus and lists via touch- Setting the sensitivity for the touchpad sensitive surface by using a single-finger Multimedia system: swipe: System w Input To open or close lists: swipe left or right. Select Touchpad Sensitivity.
Page 226 224 Multimedia system Activating/deactivating haptic operating To hide the control menu: swipe down with Calls up the telephone feedback on the touchpad two fingers. The swipe must start in the Ø button Multimedia system: upper area of the touchpad. Sets vehicle functions System w Input Alternatively: press the ©...
Page 227 Multimedia system 225 System Settings Navigate downwards twice. Navigate downwards once. The Favorites menu appears. add your own favorites ( page 225) Select a favorite. Select Favorite. Navigate downwards once. rename favorites ( page 225). The categories are displayed. The Favorites menu appears. move favorites ( page 225).
Page 228 226 Multimedia system Navigate downwards once. Switching the sound on/off Select a favorite. Navigate downwards once. The Favorites menu appears. To delete: select Delete. Select Yes. To restore all favorites: select Reset All. A prompt appears. Select Yes. The favorites are reset to the factory set‐ tings.
Page 229 Multimedia system 227 To switch on: change the media source or The volume of the navigation announce‐ turn volume control 1. ment changes in accordance with the vol‐ ume of the current media source. During a telephone call Adjusting the volume When entering or exiting a parking space Setting with the volume control while using Active Parking Assist...
Page 230 228 Multimedia system On the Touch Control and controller: Entering characters using the controller traffic situation. This could also cause you to select the characters in the character bar. lose control of the vehicle. Example: renaming favorites Depending on the target entry, the following Only operate this equipment when the characters are available: traffic situation permits.
Page 231: System Settings
Multimedia system 229 Ä To switch to special characters and sym‐ Example: renaming favorites To delete a character: swipe left when the bols. cursor is located in the input line. X To switch to upper-case or lower-case let‐ To confirm the entry: press the touchpad. ters.
Page 232 230 Multimedia system This function adjusts the ambient lighting for The following display content can be selected: Setting the time zone the selected display style. Multimedia system: Dynamic System & Time and Date Setting the display brightness Navigation Map Time Zone: Select Display Brightness.
Page 233 Multimedia system 231 Manually Confirm changes when exiting the menu. contacts ( page 274) Deactivate ª Automatic Daylight Saving call lists ( page 276) The date is set automatically via GPS. Time. text message ( page 277) Select Daylight Saving Time.
Page 234 232 Multimedia system If Android Auto is active, a prompt appears ask‐ The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is lished. Then functions such as dynamic route ® made via a PIN. guidance with Live Traffic Information are not ing whether Bluetooth should be deactivated.
Page 235 Multimedia system 233 Enter this security key on the multimedia sys‐ Select Continue in the multimedia system. Multimedia system: tem. System ö Connectivity Device has already been connected: Confirm the entry with ¡. To automatically connect: highlight a Wi-Fi Configuring the multimedia system as a Wi- All devices support a security key as a Fi hotspot network in the list.
Page 236 234 Multimedia system Enter the PIN that is shown on the external Activate NFC on the mobile device (see the Wi-Fi is activated ( page 232) and the mul‐ device's display on the multimedia system. manufacturer's operating instructions). timedia system is configured as a Wi-Fi hot‐ spot ( page 233).
Page 237 Multimedia system 235 Select Continue Using Connected Devices. Activating/deactivating child safety lock Setting the system language Please start COMAND Touch on your Multimedia system: Multimedia system: device and follow the instructions. message System Language System Parental Control appears. Set the language. Select Continue.
Page 238 Select PIN. the import. Enter a four-digit PIN. Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of Exporting data. Enter the four-digit PIN again. If PIN protection is activated, your PIN is reques‐ If both PINs match, PIN protection is active.
Page 239 Enter the current PIN. Alternatively, you can have PIN protection multimedia system and on the server. This Select Change PIN. reset at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ ensures that the latest user profiles are availa‐ ter. ble. Set a new PIN. Select Automatic Synchronization.
Page 240 A Mercedes me account exists at https:// entries or previous destinations from the The availability of this function is dependent on me.secure.mercedes-benz.com. navigation system, are not exported. the country. Personalization service is active.
Page 241 Multimedia system 239 Advantages of software updates Carrying out software updates Activating a software update Software updates ensure your vehicle's technol‐ Restart the system. Requirements: ogy is up-to-date. There is an Internet connection Function of important system updates In order to constantly improve the quality of our page 291).
Page 242: Fit & Healthy
If you have forgotten your PIN, an authorized ually at a later time ( page 239). the problem. Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate the PIN protection for you. You will be informed when the download is com‐ A prompt appears again asking whether you Reset function plete and the system update is ready for installa‐...
Page 243 Multimedia system 241 warmth. The air is purified using ionization music and the vehicle interior is illuminated Multimedia system: and a pleasant fragrance is released. The with pleasant lighting. Vehicle ENERGIZING Comfort vehicle interior is illuminated with warm light‐ Training: Can counteract the onset of mus‐ Selecting a seat ing.
Page 244: Navigation
242 Multimedia system Select Full Screen: Video. If a climate control setting is changed, a cli‐ Navigation The training video is displayed in full screen. mate bar appears briefly. Switching navigation on For more information on pausing or skipping Multimedia system: through videos, see ( page 298).
Page 245 The service is available. equipment The service has been activated at an author‐ If you operate information and communica‐ ized Mercedes-Benz Center. tion equipment integrated in the vehicle when driving, you will be distracted from the Further information can be found at: https:// traffic situation.
Page 246 244 Multimedia system Enter these address elements, for example: Select the language. City, street, house number This function is useful for countries in which Street, city several character sets are supported. An example is Russia, which uses Cyrillic and ZIP code Latin characters.
Page 247 Multimedia system 245 If the top line of the character bar is highligh‐ The address entries can be made in any Enter the state or the province. You only ted, navigate upwards. order, for example: need to enter the first character. Select the destination in the list.
Page 248 246 Multimedia system If favourites have been saved already Select the POI. Select Near Destination: select the inter‐ page 258), select From My Favorites. mediate destination or the destination. Route guidance is active: select the search Select the favourite. position prior to choosing a POI (see exam‐ Starting an automatic gas station search The destination address is shown.
Page 249 Multimedia system 247 Multimedia system: Select ¥ Navigation Way Points and Info If route guidance is active, select Start New Move the map ( page 262). Route Guidance Set as Next Way Point. Select Search for Way Point. Select destination on the map ( page 249).
Page 250 248 Multimedia system Multimedia system: Filtering displays for contacts Entering the destination as a 3 word address Navigation Way Points and Info Enter a name or telephone number, for exam‐ Requirements: ple, into the search field. Select Start New Route Guidance.
Page 251 Multimedia system 249 3 word addresses from what3words are an Selecting a destination on the map If a destination is located exactly on the alternative addressing system for multilin‐ Multimedia system: crosshair, the destination address is dis‐ gual georeferencing of global locations with played.
Page 252 250 Multimedia system Traffic reports are not available in all coun‐ Route Taking alternative routes into consideration tries. Select an alternative route ( page 252). Calculating a route Showing POIs in the vicinity of the map Other menu functions Requirements: Select POIs in the Vicinity.
Page 253 Multimedia system 251 An economical route is calculated. The jour‐ The route is calculated with the currently set Using toll roads ney time may be somewhat longer than for route type. Select Use Toll Roads. quicker routes. Traffic reports via Live Traffic Information are Select Cash Electronic Billing...
Page 254 252 Multimedia system Selecting notifications for the route Multimedia system: Switching the automatic gas station search on or off Multimedia system: Navigation Multimedia system: Navigation Z Options Select Way Points and Info. Navigation Z Options Announcements The following information is displayed: Switch Reserve Fuel on O or off ª.
Page 255 Multimedia system 253 When there is a route, the gas station is set If route guidance is active, select Start New Only operate this equipment when the as the next intermediate destination. Route Guidance Set as Next Way Point. traffic situation permits. Start New Route Guidance: the selected Starting the automatic service station...
Page 256 254 Multimedia system Driving instructions may differ from the actual Changing direction overview The map appears in full-screen mode. road and traffic conditions if: Announcement phase The route is diverted The multimedia system announces the The direction of a one-way street has been upcoming change of direction, e.g.
Page 257 Multimedia system 255 Lane recommendations overview The following lanes are displayed: tion flag with the number of your Î inter‐ This display appears for multi-lane roads. mediate destination. After this, route guidance is Recommended lane continued. If the digital map contains the relevant data, the In this lane, you will be able to complete both multimedia system can display lane recommen‐...
Page 258 Select õ Audio. The minimum volume can be individually set Select ! Voice Guidance. Select Navigation and Traffic Announce- at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select # Voice Guidance. ments. Via system settings: select System. The current navigation announcement is Switch...
Page 259 Multimedia system 257 Multimedia system: Overview of route guidance from an off-road If the vehicle is displayed as being offroad, the location to a destination following displays appear: Navigation Off-road position: the current vehicle position is Road Not Mapped message Select % Cancel Route Guidance.
Page 260 Point: the received destina‐ Navigation following sources: tion address is set as the next intermediate destination. Route guidance begins. ¬ Previous and Other Destinations Mercedes-Benz Apps Previous Destinations Door-to-door navigation with Companion app Highlight one of the previous destinations. (USA)
Page 261 Information on the vehicle's position is regularly To display manually: select Live Traffic Sub- ture information: select Start Route Guid- sent to Mercedes-Benz AG. The data is immedi‐ scription Info. ately rendered anonymous by Mercedes-Benz AG ance. Depending on the status, one of the following Route guidance starts.
Page 262 260 Multimedia system Multimedia system: Free-flowing traffic (green line) Activating free flow and traffic display Navigation Z Options Display for traffic delays on the route lasting Activate Free Flowing Traffic Traffic at least one minute Map Menu Delays Warning message symbols: The traffic delay is displayed for the current Alternatively: if the map is displayed in full screen mode, press the Touch Control, the...
Page 263 Multimedia system 261 Reason for the traffic report, e.g. traffic Map and compass • Filters the display of POIs in the vicinity congestion according to POI category Map and compass overview Warning message (highlighted in red) Switches the display of personal POI sym‐ To select a traffic report symbol: select bols on the map on or off Next...
Page 264 Alternatively, if the map is displayed in full The service has been activated at an Navigation screen mode, press the central control ele‐ authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ment. To zoom in: swipe down on the Touch Con‐ Further information can be found at: The map menu appears.
Page 265 Multimedia system 263 Selecting the map orientation Select Symbols. POI name Multimedia system: The # dot indicates the current setting. Area name Navigation Z Options Standard displays symbols of predefined cat‐ Geo-coordinates displays the following infor‐ Map Menu egories on the map. mation: Alternatively, if the map is displayed in full User Defined...
Page 266 Information about new versions of the digital Navigation À Route and Position map can be obtained from an authorized Avoid Options Areas Mercedes-Benz Center. To search for an area using an address: Highlight an area in the list. select Address Entry.
Page 267 Further information on the online map update is Taking the area for the route into account tion about new versions of the digital map can available at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Avoid O an area in the list. be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz or at https://www.mercedes.me.
Page 268 In the event of the following problems, please map menu, switch it on O or off ª number of GPS satellites from which a contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: page 261). signal can be received Switched on O: satellite maps are displayed...
Page 269: Telephone
Further information can be obtained from an Weather information is not available in all authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: countries. https://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/...
Page 270 268 Multimedia system Telephone menu overview ® Contacts page 274) Options Bluetooth device name of the currently Symbols are not shown until after a connected mobile phone Recent Calls page 276) mobile phone has been connected to the multi‐ Signal strength of the mobile phone network Text Message media system.
Page 271 Multimedia system 269 ® Information on telephony ® Bluetooth profile overview Connecting a mobile phone (Bluetooth tel‐ ephony) The following situations can lead to the call ® Function Bluetooth profile being disconnected while the vehicle is in of the mobile phone Requirements: motion: Bluetooth...
Page 272 270 Multimedia system If the codes match: confirm the code on Multimedia system: A mobile phone can be operated both as an the mobile phone. audio source as well as telephone in parallel. Phone ª Devices The type of connection for the connected Connecting a mobile phone (authorization by Select Connect New...
Page 273 Multimedia system 271 Multimedia system: If a new mobile phone is connected and defined as Phone 1, for example, this over‐ Phone ª Devices writes the previously connected mobile In the device overview, select a mobile phone phone in the foreground of the system. which has already been authorized and set Phone 1 Phone...
Page 274 Setting up the vehicle's Wi-Fi access data via Further information can be found at: the system settings ( page 233). https://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Further information can be found at: https:// Setting the reception and transmission vol‐ www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Using a mobile phone with Near Field Com‐...
Page 275 The following functions are available during a Set the volume. call: Further information on the recommended recep‐ End Call Calls tion and transmission volume: https:// www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Make Additional Call Using the telephone Keyboard (show to send DTMF tones) Multimedia system: Adjusting the call and ringtone volume...
Page 276 274 Multimedia system Conducting a conference call If during a call you accept a call with the From the contacts menu, you can perform the other mobile phone when in two phone mode following actions: Select Create Conference Call in the tele‐ then the existing call is ended.
Page 277 Multimedia system 275 Select Synchronize Contacts. Editing the format of a contact's name Source Requirements Multimedia system: Calling up contacts Phone Z Options Contacts ñ Bluetooth ® con‐ Bluetooth ® is activa‐ Multimedia system: nection ted in the multimedia Name Format Phone ª...
Page 278 276 Multimedia system Saving a mobile phone contact Depending on the stored data, the following Call list Multimedia system: options are available: Call list overview Phone ª Contacts Call Depending on whether your mobile phone sup‐ Select the mobile phone contact ó. ®...
Page 279 Bluetooth ® (The text messages are not displayed capable mobile phones at an authorized Phone i Text Message automatically.) Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// Select Write New Text Message. www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Select an option. Adding a recipient...
Page 280 To replace a message: select Replace mes- Open the text message. sage. Overview of Mercedes-Benz Link The text that has been dictated and shown Select p. on the display is reset and can be dictated & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐...
Page 281 Using Mercedes-Benz Link Disconnect the connecting cable between the Mercedes-Benz Link control box and the Requirements: Using Mercedes-Benz Link, various functions multimedia system. The Mercedes-Benz Link control box is con‐...
Page 282 280 Multimedia system The service provider is responsible for this appli‐ The iPhone ® is connected to the multimedia Only operate this equipment when the cation and the services and content connected system via the USB port ç using a suita‐ traffic situation permits.
Page 283 ® Exiting Apple CarPlay Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting operating the multimedia system. Press the ò button on the multifunction the connecting cable only when the vehicle is Mobile phone functions can be used with stationary.
Page 284 282 Multimedia system Information on Android Auto If there was no prior Internet connection, this Starting manually While using Android Auto, various functions of is established with the use of the mobile Select the mobile phone from the device list. the multimedia system, for example the media phone with Android Auto.
Page 285 Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting This has no connection to the vehicle identifica‐ the connecting cable only when the vehicle is tion number (VIN) and is deleted when the multi‐...
Page 286 You have access to a GSM network. using the me button The contract partner's GSM network cover‐ A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center age is available in the respective region. has been initiated via the me button in the over‐...
Page 287 Multimedia system 285 Then, you can select a service and be con‐ Select Call. Later, the message will be hidden and nected to a specialist at the Mercedes-Benz After your agreement, or if the Mercedes appear again later. Customer Center.
Page 288 The following requirements must be fulfilled for Mercedes-Benz Customer Center: Vehicle identification number the transfer of the data: Current vehicle location Time of the call The ignition is switched on.
Page 289 283). wards the call to Mercedes me connect Acci‐ Mercedes-Benz Customer Center. Please take You can also call the Mercedes-Benz Customer dent and Breakdown Management. Forward‐ note of the data protection information on the Center using the multimedia system...
Page 290 Deactivation of this module prevents the with eCall, this does not mean the system is ON. Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz activation of any and all Mercedes me con‐ As such, eCall does not replace dialing 911 in the emergency call system ("eCall").
Page 291 Tensioning Devices have been activated Displays in the media display Remain in the vehicle if the road and traffic after an accident, the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ READY: eCall available conditions permit you to do so until a voice gency call system may automatically initiate an connection is established with the emer‐...
Page 292 290 Multimedia system A message with accident data is transmitted Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ SA's Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR- gency call system to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. MERC. The Mercedes-Benz emergency call center In the event of an automatic or manual emer‐...
Page 293: Online And Internet Functions
Multimedia system 291 Function of the communication module Online and Internet functions & WARNING Risk of an accident from On vehicles with a built-in communication mod‐ operating mobile communication equip‐ Internet connection ule, the Internet connection is established via an ment while the vehicle is in motion integrated SIM card.
Page 294 292 Multimedia system Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to Displaying the connection status The available features are country-depend‐ find out whether it is possible to purchase Multimedia system: ent. data volume in your country directly from a License fees may be applicable.
Page 295 The services are country-dependent. Enter a station name using the entry field. For more information, consult an authorized A relatively large volume of data can be Mercedes-Benz Center. transmitted when using TuneIn Radio. Multimedia system: Saving/deleting a TuneIn Radio station as a Radio Þ...
Page 296: Media
294 Multimedia system Press and hold the central control element Setting the TuneIn Radio options traffic conditions. This could also cause you until an audible signal sounds. Multimedia system: to lose control of the vehicle. The ß symbol appears by the station Radio Þ...
Page 297 Multimedia system 295 Supported formats: FLAC ALAC Observe the following notes: Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and logotype, Due to the large variety of available "Powered by Gracenote", MusicID and Playlist music files regarding encoders, sampling Plus are either registered trademarks or trade‐ rates and data rates, playback cannot marks of Gracenote, Inc.
Page 298 296 Multimedia system "Made for iPod", and "Made for iPhone," mean sure that you know about the applicable copy‐ Remove the SD card after use and take that an electronic accessory has been designed right regulations and that you comply with these. it out of the vehicle.
Page 299 Multimedia system 297 Overview of the audio mode Connecting USB devices Active data storage medium Media Sources Album cover Sound * NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐ Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) tures Track number and number of tracks in the Options High temperatures can damage USB devices.
Page 300 298 Multimedia system The multimedia connection unit is found in the Selecting a track using the current track list Controlling media playback storage compartment under the armrest and has Multimedia system: Select è. two USB ports. Media Y Playback Control Select Current Track List.
Page 301 Multimedia system 299 Search for and select video files or playlists with video files. Playable video files are played back. The multimedia system supports the following formats: MPEG AVI, DivX, MKV MP4, M4V If the vehicle is traveling faster than 3 mph (5 km/h) the video image is hidden from the driver.
Page 302 300 Multimedia system Overview of video mode Activating/deactivating full-screen mode Active data storage medium Media Sources Multimedia system: Album cover Sound Media à Media Sources Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) Select a data storage medium. Track number and number of tracks in the Options track list Playable video files are played back.
Page 303 Multimedia system 301 To deactivate full-screen mode: press the Media search The categories are available as soon as the touchpad. entire media content has been read in and Starting the media search analyzed. Multimedia system: Changing video settings Multimedia system: Media ª...
Page 304 302 Multimedia system Switching to Media Interface Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Connect a data storage medium to the USB port ( page 297). Select a media device. Playable music files are played back. Overview of Media Interface...
Page 305 Multimedia system 303 Active data storage medium Album cover Artist, track and album Track number and number of tracks in the track list Search Playback Control Media Sources Sound Full Screen (video playback only) Options Bluetooth ® audio Information about Bluetooth ®...
Page 306 304 Multimedia system ® Bluetooth audio overview Searching for and authorizing a Bluetooth ® Active data storage medium Media Sources audio device Album cover Sound Track, artist, album Full Screen (video playback only) Requirements: Track number and number of tracks in the Options Bluetooth ®...
Page 307 ® audio equipment and connecting Bluetooth -capable mobile phones can be obtained at https:// Select ¥. Multimedia system: www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ or at an ® Media à Media Sources Select a Bluetooth audio device. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. á Bluetooth Audio Establishing a connection from the Blue‐...
Page 308: Radio
306 Multimedia system Searching for a music track on the Blue‐ Lightly press the NFC area on the mobile Radio ® phone (see the manufacturer's operating tooth audio device Switching on the radio instructions). Multimedia system: If the mobile phone has already been author‐ Multimedia system: Media à...
Page 309 Multimedia system 307 Radio overview Active frequency band Options Station name or set frequency Artist, title, album and radio text Station list Presets Radio Source Sound...
Page 310 308 Multimedia system Switching the HD Radio function on/off Setting the waveband Searching for radio stations using station names or direct frequency entry Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Z Options HD Radio Radio Þ Radio Source Radio è HD Radio FM HD Radio AM SiriusXM Radio can be selected.
Page 311 These include environmental or topographical Activate O or deactivate ª the function. conditions beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz You can also have the satellite service acti‐ USA, LLC. Thus, operation at certain locations vated online. To do so, please visit https:// Satellite radio may not be possible.
Page 312 310 Multimedia system Overview of the satellite radio Selecting a satellite radio category Active frequency band Presets Multimedia system: Logo or cover picture for the song (if availa‐ Radio Source Radio Þ Radio Source ble) Sound SiriusXM Radio Category Playback Control è...
Page 313 Multimedia system 311 Selecting a satellite radio channel Displaying EPG information for the current Music and sport alerts function channel Multimedia system: This function enables you to program an alert for Multimedia system: your favorite artists, tracks or sporting events. Radio Þ...
Page 314 312 Multimedia system Mark All Entries Information on Smart Favorites and Tune Activating/deactivating TuneStart Start Multimedia system: Unmark All Entries Stations in the station presets can be added as Radio Z Options TuneStart Delete This Entry Smart Favorites. Smart Favorites stations are Activate O or deactivate ª...
Page 315: À Sound
Multimedia system 313 Displaying satellite radio service information Automatic Volume Adjustment Adjusting the balance/fader Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Other Sound Settings Radio Þ Radio Source Media à Sound Select a sound menu. SiriusXM Radio Z Options Balance and Fader Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass set‐ Adjust the balance and fader.
Page 316 314 Multimedia system Calling up the sound menu in the Activating or deactivating volume adjust‐ Switching surround sound on or off in the ® ® ® Burmester surround sound system ment in the Burmester surround sound sys‐ Burmester surround sound system Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system:...
Page 317 Multimedia system 315 Calling up the sound menu in the Advanced Switching volume adjustment in the sound system Advanced sound system on/off Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Media à Sound Media à Sound Automatic Volume Adjustment The following functions are available: Automatic volume adjustment compensates for Equalizer differing volumes when changing between audio...
Page 318: 316 Maintenance And Care
316 Maintenance and care workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz ASSYST PLUS service interval display Adhere to the prescribed service inter‐ Center. vals. Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always have the prescribed mainte‐ Displaying the service due date...
Page 319: Engine Compartment
Maintenance and care 317 frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Engine compartment & WARNING Risk of burns when opening on poor road surfaces the hood Opening and closing the hood when the engine is often left idling for long If you open the hood when the engine has periods &...
Page 320 318 Maintenance and care Opening the hood Make sure of the following before performing & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ tasks in the engine compartment: ponent parts in the engine compartment Switch the ignition off. Certain component parts in the engine com‐ partment can be very hot, e.g.
Page 321 Maintenance and care 319 If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be the hood again and close it with a little more installed in the engine compartment in different force until it engages correctly. locations.
Page 322 320 Maintenance and care Slowly slide oil dipstick into the guide The hood is closed. Reduce Engine Oil Level and the bar display tube to the stop, and pull it out again after for indicating the oil level on the multifunc‐ The engine oil level is determined during driving.
Page 323 Maintenance and care 321 Refilling engine oil may be higher than this when the vehicle is * NOTE Engine damage caused by an new or if you frequently drive at high engine incorrect oil filter, incorrect oil or addi‐ & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ speeds.
Page 324 0.6 in (1.5 cm) over marker bar 2. the cooler and parts of the exhaust system. If necessary, add coolant that has been Allow the engine to cool down and only approved for Mercedes-Benz. touch component parts described in Further information on coolant the following.
Page 325: Cleaning And Care
Maintenance and care 323 Keeping the air-water duct free Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in Keep the area between the hood and the the following. windshield free of deposits, e.g. ice, snow and leaves. &...
Page 326 324 Maintenance and care The side windows and soft top are closed Ensure there is sufficient ground clear‐ * NOTE Damage from automatic braking completely. ance between the underbody and the If one of the following functions is switched guide rails of the car wash. The blower for the ventilation/heating is on, the vehicle brakes automatically in cer‐...
Page 327 Maintenance and care 325 Notes on using a power washer Maintain a distance of at least 27.6 in Observe the legal requirements, e.g. in a number (70 cm) between the foil-covered parts of the of countries, washing by hand is only permitted &...
Page 328 Permanent stains may occur. tive foil is dull: use the Paint Cleaner recom‐ hot wax treatment. mended and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by Do not use paint cleaners, buffing or polish‐ Insect remains: soak with insect remover and corrosion and damage caused by incorrect care ing products, gloss preservers, e.g.
Page 329 Mercedes-Benz Center. Requirements: Never use a power washer. The soft top is closed.
Page 330 Heavier dirt: clean net with care prod‐ ucts and cleaning agents recommended and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Pull button 1. Rinse or spray the net with clean water. Pull button 1. The wind deflector between the windshield The AIRCAP wind screen moves upwards.
Page 331 Always be particularly careful around approved for Mercedes-Benz. the tailpipe and the tailpipe trims and supervise children especially closely in Notes on care of vehicle parts this area.
Page 332 Clean with a cleaning agent recommended bleached seat belts wiper blades with a damp cloth. for Mercedes-Benz, especially in the winter Bleaching or dyeing seat belts can severely Do not clean the wiper blades too often. and after washing the vehicle.
Page 333 For heavy soiling: use a cleaner recommen‐ Leather care: use a leather care agent that ded for Mercedes-Benz. has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. Do not dry by heating them to over 176°F (80°C) or exposing them to direct sunlight. Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents, Do not allow the leather to become too polishes or waxes.
Page 334 332 Maintenance and care Imitation leather seat covers Clean with a damp cloth and 1% soapy water. Do not use a microfiber cloth. Fabric seat covers Clean with a damp microfiber cloth and 1% soapy water and allow to dry.
Page 335: Breakdown Assistance 333
Breakdown assistance 333 Warning triangle Do not tumble dry Emergency Do not dry clean Removing the warning triangle Removing the safety vest Class 2 safety vest The safety vests are located in the stowage com‐ The requirements defined by the legal standard partments in the driver and front passenger are only fulfilled if the safety vest is the correct door.
Page 336: Flat Tire
334 Breakdown assistance Setting up the warning triangle First-aid kit (soft-sided) overview Flat tire Notes in the event of a flat tire & 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 337 Breakdown assistance 335 In the event of a flat tire, the following options Notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tires) ist workshop with regard to their further are available depending on your vehicle's equip‐ use. ment: & WARNING Risk of accident when driving The defective tire must be replaced in in limp-home mode Vehicles with MOExtended tires: it is pos‐...
Page 338 336 Breakdown assistance If a pressure loss warning message appears in TIREFIT kit storage location the multifunction display, proceed as follows: The TIREFIT kit is located under the trunk floor. Check the tires for damage. If driving on, observe the following notes. Driving distance possible in emergency mode after the pressure loss warning: Load condition...
Page 339 Breakdown assistance 337 TIREFIT kit storage location: ( page 336) & WARNING Risk of injury and poisoning * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ You can use TIREFIT tire sealant to seal perfora‐ from tire sealant tion compressor running too long tion damage of up to 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita‐...
Page 340 338 Breakdown assistance Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the Push the plug of hose into flange Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ instrument cluster within the driver's field of tire sealant bottle until the plug engages. tion compressor.
Page 341 Do not exceed the maximum speed 29 psi). professionally, e.g. at an authorized limit with a tire that has been repaired Mercedes-Benz Center. using tire sealant. & WARNING Risk of accident due to the specified tire pressure not being attained Switch off the tire inflation compressor.
Page 342 In cases such as the one mentioned above, con‐ and filling hose replaced there. When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or the filling hose from the valve of the sealed call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or tire.
Page 343: Battery (Vehicle)
Further information on ESP page 152) from the battery acid tery For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends Battery acid is caustic. Work carried out incorrectly on the battery that you only use batteries which have been tes‐ Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or can, for example, lead to a short circuit.
Page 344 Alternatively: connect the battery to a bat‐ Batteries contain pollutants. It is Electrolyte or battery acid is corro‐ tery charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or sive. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes illegal to dispose of them with the household consult a qualified specialist workshop to or clothing.
Page 345 Breakdown assistance 343 * NOTE Damage to the battery from over‐ & WARNING Risk of explosion from hydro‐ & WARNING Risk of explosion during voltage gen gas igniting charging process and starting assistance There is a danger of hydrogen gas igniting During the charging process and starting When charging using a battery charger with‐...
Page 346 Only use battery chargers tested and Switch off the ignition and all electrical con‐ approved for Mercedes-Benz. sumers. Read the battery charger's operating instruc‐ Open the hood. tions before charging the battery.
Page 347 Breakdown assistance 345 Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed. Connect the negative terminal of the donor battery to ground point of your vehicle using the jumper cable. Begin with the donor battery first. Start the engine of your own vehicle.
Page 348: Tow Starting Or Towing Away
Install any existing or supplied cell caps. Connect positive contact of the vehicle to Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Otherwise, gases or battery acid could the positive terminal of the charger using the 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist escape.
Page 349 Make sure that the battery is connected and In a car wash Front axle charged. raised Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your Observe the following points when the battery is vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than discharged: Rear axle Yes, if the steering wheel is towing it away.
Page 350 348 Breakdown assistance Do not activate the HOLD function. the permissible gross mass of your own * NOTE Damage due to towing away at vehicle. Deactivate Active Brake Assist ( page 174). excessively high speeds or over long dis‐ tances Vehicles with automatic transmission: If a vehicle must be tow-started or towed away, Shift the automatic transmission to position...
Page 351 Breakdown assistance 349 position j in the event of damage to the Make sure that the steering wheel can The vehicle has been loaded onto electrical system. To shift to i, provide the move freely before towing the vehicle the transporter correctly on-board electrical system with power away.
Page 352 350 Breakdown assistance 4MATIC vehicles/vehicles with automatic Towing eye storage location Screw in the towing eye clockwise as far as it transmission will go and tighten. The towing eye is located in the storage space Make sure that cover engages in the under the trunk floor.
Page 353: Electrical Fuses
Only use fuses that have been approved rectly on the fuse box. by Mercedes-Benz and which have the Electrical fuses correct fuse rating. If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the Notes on electrical fuses cause traced and rectified at a qualified special‐...
Page 354 352 Breakdown assistance Fuse box in the trunk on the right-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction of travel ( page 353) Opening and closing the fuse box in the engine compartment Requirements: A dry cloth and a screwdriver are available. Observe the notes on electrical fuses page 351).
Page 355 Fold cover up in the direction of the the cockpit under a cover. arrow. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ The fuse assignment diagram is in a recess on ter for further information. the side of the fuse box. Open cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
Page 356: 354 Wheels And Tires
354 Wheels and tires Visually inspect wheels and tires for damage. Notes on noise or unusual handling charac‐ & WARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to teristics Check the valve caps. insufficient tire tread Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or Visual check of the tire tread depth and the Insufficient tire tread will result in reduced unusual handling characteristics when the vehi‐...
Page 357: Notes On Snow Chains
This could cause damage to the vehicle or the tires could burst vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains the tires. with the same quality standard. the tires could wear excessively and/or...
Page 358 356 Wheels and tires Increased fuel consumption Adjust the tire pressure where neces‐ & WARNING Risk of accident due to repea‐ sary. ted pressure drop in the tires & WARNING Risk of accident due to too The wheels, valves or tires could be dam‐ high a tire pressure Tire pressure which is too high or too low can: aged.
Page 359 The vehicle has traveled less than 1 mile Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto (1.6 km). the tire valve. If one or more tire sizes precede a tire pressure, the following tire pressure information is only The vehicle's tires heat up when driving.
Page 360 358 Wheels and tires Checking the tire pressure manually Tire pressure table ( page 357) Tire and Loading Information placard Read the tire pressure recommended for the page 362) current operating conditions from the Tire and Loading Information placard or the tire pressure table.
Page 361 Wheels and tires 359 If there is a substantial pressure loss or if the pressure telltale when one or more of your and then remain continuously illuminated. tire temperature is excessive, you will be warned tires is significantly underinflated. Accord‐ This sequence will continue upon subsequent in the following ways: ingly, if the low tire pressure telltale illumi‐...
Page 362 360 Wheels and tires There is a malfunction caused by another Tire pressure will be displayed after driving a Restart the tire pressure monitoring system in radio signal source few minutes the following situations: Tire Pressure Monitor Active: the teach-in The tire pressure has changed.
Page 363 Wheels and tires 361 Be sure to also pay attention to the following When adopting a very sporty driving style Restart the tire pressure loss warning system in related topic: with high cornering speeds or sudden accel‐ the following situations: eration Notes on tire pressure ( page 355)
Page 364: Loading The Vehicle
362 Wheels and tires After you have driven for a few minutes, the The Tire and Loading Information placard is on tire pressure loss warning system monitors the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle. the set tire pressure of all the tires. Be sure to also pay attention to the following related topic: Notes on tire pressure (...
Page 365 Towing a trailer is only permitted if a your vehicle. trailer-hitch is installed. Please consult an Information on permissible weights and loads authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have (3): Subtract the combined weight of the on the vehicle identification plate any questions about towing a trailer with driver and passengers from XXX kg or page 387).
Page 366 364 Wheels and tires Have your loaded vehicle – including driver, Tire and Loading Information placard seating configurations and different numbers occupants and load – weighed on a vehicle page 362) and sizes of occupants. The following examples weighbridge. use a maximum load of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This Tire pressure table ( page 357) The measured values may not exceed the...
Page 367 Wheels and tires 365 Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occupants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2 Front: 1 Rear: 3 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)
Page 368: Tire Labeling
366 Wheels and tires Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 369) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 369) Tire name The data shown in the illustration is example data.
Page 369 Wheels and tires 367 as well on the government course as a tire gra‐ The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are heat when tested under controlled conditions on ded 100. AA, A, B and C. Those grades represent the tire's a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 370 368 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 371 Wheels and tires 369 Never exceed maximum tire pressure speci‐ Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index fied for the tire. Always observe the recommen‐ ded tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure ( page 357).
Page 372 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 373: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading
Wheels and tires 371 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 374 372 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 375 Wheels and tires 373 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 376: Changing A Wheel
For safety reasons, only use tires, wheels * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles and accessories which have been specially Model approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Observe the notes in the Supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognize These tires are specially adapted to the con‐...
Page 377 Accessory parts that are not approved for your Avoid curbs and potholes when parking. retreaded tires. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used correctly can impair the operating safety. For this reason driving safety cannot be guar‐ * NOTE Damage to electronic component anteed.
Page 378 376 Wheels and tires It is only permissible to install a different Replace the tires after six years at the latest, of skidding and hydroplaning on wet roads is wheel size in the event of a flat tire in order regardless of wear.
Page 379 Wheels and tires 377 Notes on rotating wheels book in your vehicle documents. If this is not Overview of the tire-change tool kit available, rotate the tires every & WARNING Risk of injury through differ‐ 3000 to 6000 miles (5000 to 10,000 km), * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles depending on the wear.
Page 380 378 Wheels and tires Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Preparing the vehicle for a wheel change If necessary, remove the wheel trim/hub tool bag may be located at other positions in caps ( page 378). Requirements: the trunk. Raise the vehicle ( page 379).
Page 381 Important notes on using the jack: Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise Never place your hands or feet under the To remove: position socket from the tire- the vehicle.
Page 382 380 Wheels and tires Only position the jack at the appropri‐ ate jacking point of the vehicle. The base of the jack must be positioned vertically under the jacking point of the vehicle. * NOTE Vehicle damage from the jack If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jack support point of the vehicle, the jack could tip over with the vehi‐...
Page 383 Wheels and tires 381 Removing a wheel Requirements: The vehicle is raised ( page 379). * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles Observe the notes in the Supplement. You could otherwise fail to recognize dangers. When changing a wheel, avoid applying any force Screw alignment bolt into the thread to the brake discs, as this could impair the level...
Page 384 382 Wheels and tires Observe the information on the choice of * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles * NOTE Damage to paintwork of the wheel tires ( page 374). rim when screwing on the first wheel bolt Observe the notes in the Supplement. For tires with a specified direction of rotation, an You could otherwise fail to recognize If the wheel has too much play when screw‐...
Page 385: Emergency Spare Wheel
Wheels and tires 383 To lower the vehicle: turn the crank of the Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐ jack counter-clockwise until the vehicle is system: Restart the tire pressure monitoring rect tightening torque once again standing firmly on the ground.
Page 386 384 Wheels and tires Do not equip the emergency spare wheel Tire pressure table ( page 357) Never install more than one emergency with snow chains. spare wheel or spare wheel that differs Notes on installing tires ( page 374) in size.
Page 387: Technical Data 385
The operating permit may be invalidated if standard equipment. You can obtain further can disrupt the vehicle's electronics. This is the instructions for installation and use of information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz the case in the following situations, in partic‐ two-way radios are not observed. Center.
Page 388 386 Technical data connectors provided in the pre-installation. Frequency band Maximum transmis‐ Observe the manufacturer's supplements when sion output installing. 70 cm frequency (15 W) Two-way radio transmission output band The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the 420 - 450 MHz base of the antenna must not exceed the values in the following table.
Page 389: Radio Operating Permits For Vehicle Com- Ponents
Technical data 387 2G/3G/4G Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine number overview Radio operating permits for vehicle compo‐ Vehicle identification plate nents Manufacturer information about wireless vehicle components can be found using the key phrase "Radio operating permits" in the Digital Opera‐ tor's Manual in the vehicle, on the Internet and in the app.
Page 390 388 Technical data Do not exceed the maximum gross vehicle Additional plates weight or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. VIN below right-hand front seat Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Engine number stamped into the crankcase Maximum permissible front axle load Plate with information about emissions test‐...
Page 391: Operating Fluids
Operating fluids ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental pollution due to disposing of operating Notes on operating fluids Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. fluids in a non-environmentally responsi‐ Damage caused by the use of products that have ble manner * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles not been approved is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures.
Page 392 390 Technical data Fuel Fire, open flames, smoking and creation oughly with clean water. Seek medical of sparks must be avoided. attention immediately. Notes on fuel grades for vehicles with a gas‐ oline engine Switch off the ignition and, if available, If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten‐...
Page 393 3000 rpm. case, in consultation with an authorized unleaded regular gasoline with at least 87 AKI/ Mercedes-Benz Center, mix the fuel with the 91 RON. This may reduce engine output and Further information on fuel is available at the fol‐...
Page 394 392 Technical data Tank content and reserve fuel Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the oil change carried out at a qualified specialist Capacity workshop. Model Total capacity Quality and capacity of engine oil All models 17.4 gal (66.0 liters) MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval...
Page 395 Information on coolant is available at the fol‐ page 389). Notes on coolant lowing locations: Observe the notes on operating fluids In the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for & WARNING Risk of an accident due to page 389). Operating Fluids 310.1 vapor pockets forming in the brake sys‐...
Page 396 & WARNING ‑ Risk of fire and injury from Observe the instructions in the ids. windshield washer concentrate Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Oper‐ ating Fluids 310.1. Do not use distilled or de-ionized water. Other‐ Windshield washer concentrate is highly wise, the fill level sensor may be triggered erro‐...
Page 397 Hazard and service warning symbols Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Refrigerant filling capacity Information label (example – USA/China) has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Applicable standards Hazard and service warning symbols Do not mix the approved refrigerant PAG oil part number Refrigerant filling capacity compressor oil with a different refriger‐...
Page 398: Vehicle Data
396 Technical data Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil Height when opened Model Height Model Refrigerant when opened All models 22.2 ± 0.4 oz (630 ± 10 g) C 300 58.5 in (1486 mm) Model PAG oil C 300 4MATIC 58.9 in All models 2.8 ±...
Page 399 Technical data 397 C 300 C 300 4MATIC Vehicle height 55.5 in Vehicle height 55.7 in (1409 mm) (1416 mm) Vehicle height when opening/ 78.0 in Vehicle height when opening/ 78.2 in closing the roof (1982 mm) closing the roof (1987 mm) Turning radius 36.8 ft...
Page 400: 398 Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps
398 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps mation on the media display. Press the ¨ Display messages symbol to hide the display message. Introduction You can hide low-priority display messages by Information about display messages pressing the P back button or the left-hand Display messages appear on the multifunction Touch Control.
Page 401 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 399 Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 36). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. SRS Malfunction Service Required Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 402 400 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The front passenger airbag and the front passenger knee airbag have been disabled even though an adult or a per‐ Front Passenger Airbag Dis- abled See Operator's Man- son of adult stature is on the front passenger seat.
Page 403 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 401 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the seat. & WARNING Risk of injury or death when using a child restraint system while the front passenger airbag is enabled If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag is enabled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an accident.
Page 404 402 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * Have SmartKey replaced. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Obtain a New Key Á * The SmartKey battery is discharged. Replace the battery ( page 65). Replace Key Battery Á...
Page 405 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 403 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * The SmartKey cannot be detected and may no longer be in the vehicle. The SmartKey is no longer in the vehicle and you switch off the engine: You can no longer start the engine.
Page 406 404 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Soft top Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The vehicle is stationary and you are trying to open or close the soft top. Depress the brake pedal. Push or pull the soft top switch again until the soft top is fully open or closed. While stationary, apply the brakes before operating the soft top.
Page 407 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 405 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The soft top is not locked. If you drive at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h), you cannot open or close the soft top. Do not drive at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h). Open/Close Convertible Fully open or close the soft top.
Page 408 406 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The corresponding light source is defective. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Check Left Low LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding light appears only when all the light-emitting Beam (example) diodes in the light are faulty.
Page 409 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 407 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The active headlamps are malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Headlamps Inopera- tive * 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 410 408 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Adaptive Highbeam Assist is temporarily unavailable. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Currently Unavailable See The system limits have been reached ( page 111). Operator's Manual Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Now Available display message will appear.
Page 411 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 409 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The hazard warning lamp switch is malfunctioning. Hazard Warning Flashers Malfunctioning Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are leaving the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state. When you leave the vehicle, switch off the ignition, secure the vehicle against rolling away and take the Smart‐...
Page 412 410 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The steering is malfunctioning. Steering capability is significantly impaired. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized. Steering Malfunction Stop Immediately See Opera- Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 413 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 411 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The trunk lid is open. & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
Page 414 412 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 322). Check Washer Fluid Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To switch engine off, press...
Page 415 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 413 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The coolant is too hot. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the engine. Coolant Too Hot Stop Vehi- & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the hood cle Turn Engine Off If you open the hood when the engine has overheated or when there is a fire in the engine compartment, the following situations may occur:...
Page 416 414 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel. Fuel Level Low * The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Close the fuel filler cap.
Page 417 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 415 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j or neutral i and into another transmission To Deselect P or N, Depress Brake and Start position.
Page 418 416 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions For all other transmission positions, park the vehicle safely. Consult a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service. * The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission position k cannot be selected. Reversing Not Possible Service Required Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 419 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 417 Brakes Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch the ignition off and switch it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 148).
Page 420 418 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
Page 421 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 419 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To apply: Switch the ignition off. The electric parking brake will be applied automatically. If you do not want the electric parking brake to be applied, e.g. at an automatic car wash or when the vehicle is being towed, leave the ignition switched on.
Page 422 420 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 148).
Page 423 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 421 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 424 422 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The brakepads have reached the wear limit. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Check Brake Pads See Operator's Manual Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ë * The HOLD function is deactivated because the vehicle is slipping or a condition for activation is not fulfilled.
Page 425 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 423 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver page 156). If necessary, take a break. ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a Break! ¯...
Page 426 424 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC setting, the system will switch to passive mode ( page 159). Suspended ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has deactivated automatically ( page 162).
Page 427 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 425 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable. Active Steering Assist Cur- rently Unavailable See The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 166). Operator's Manual As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again. Drive on.
Page 428 426 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ø * Active Steering Assist has reached the system limits ( page 166). You have not steered independently for a considerable period of time. Take over the steering and drive on in accordance with the traffic conditions. Traffic Sign Assist Cur- * Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily unavailable.
Page 429 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 427 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Clean the windshield. Blind Spot Assist Currently * Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable. Unavailable See Operator's The system limits have been reached ( page 177). Manual Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. Drive on.
Page 430 428 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine. * Active Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning. Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 431 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 429 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Heavy rain, snow or fog Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable. Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the driving systems and driving safety systems will be available again.
Page 432 430 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions É * You have pulled away despite the vehicle level being too low. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. The vehicle will be raised to the selected vehicle level.
Page 433 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 431 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions É * Your vehicle is adjusting to the level you have selected. Vehicle Rising É * The vehicle level is too low. The vehicle will be raised to the selected vehicle level. Wait until the display message disappears before pulling away.
Page 434 432 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: Active Parking Assist and Parking Assist PARKTRONIC are malfunctioning. Active Parking Assist and PARKTRONIC Inoperative Vehicles without Active Parking Assist: Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning. See Operator's Manual Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine.
Page 435 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 433 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive care‐ fully. * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally.
Page 436 434 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP is malfunctioning ® ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
Page 437 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 435 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of skidding if EBD, ABS and ESP ®...
Page 438 436 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist with cross-traffic function, Evasive Steering Active Brake Assist Func- tions Limited See Opera- ® Assist or PRE‑SAFE PLUS are temporarily unavailable or only partially available. tor's Manual Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable or only partially available.
Page 439 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 437 Mercedes me connect Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Mercedes me connect * The vehicle functions for fault detection are restricted. 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 26).
Page 440 438 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The 12 V battery is not being charged. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving See Operator's Manual Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 441 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 439 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The 12 V battery charge level is too low. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any cir‐ cumstances. Stop Vehicle Leave Engine Leave the engine running.
Page 442 440 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Tire Pressure Monitor Inop- * The wheels installed do not have suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitoring system is deactivated. erative No Wheel Sensors Install wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.
Page 443 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 441 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure ( page 355) and the tires. * 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.
Page 444 442 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tires. * 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.
Page 445 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 443 Tire pressure loss warning system 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 The tires can burst.
Page 446 444 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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. Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
Page 447 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 445 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 448 446 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any cir‐ cumstances.
Page 449: Warning And Indicator Lamps
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 447 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. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Instrument display (standard) Widescreen cockpit instrument display...
Page 450 448 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Indicator and warning lamps: Distance warning ( page 457) Restraint system ( page 449) ä AIRMATIC ( page 457) ü Seat belt ( page 449) ä DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL Ù Power steering ( page 450) page 457) ÿ...
Page 451 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 449 Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 36). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident.
Page 452 450 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Remove the objects from the front passenger seat. The red seat belt warning lamp lights up once the engine has started: In addition, an intermittent warning tone may sound. The red seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
Page 453 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 451 Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp The coolant level is too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty The coolant pump is faulty...
Page 454 452 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the engine. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Note the messages on the multifunction display. If the coolant temperature display is at the lower end of the temperature scale: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 455 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 453 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electrical fault warning lamp is lit. There is a fault in the electrics. Note the messages on the multifunction display. Electrical malfunction warn‐ ing lamp * The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while you are driving.
Page 456 454 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp also lights up in the event of a malfunction. Note the messages on the multifunction display.
Page 457 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 455 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é *The yellow é warning lamp (USA only) or the yellow J brakes warning lamp (Canada only) is lit while the engine is running. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction Recuperative Brake System warning lamp (USA only) If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
Page 458 456 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 459 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 457 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 460 458 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Driving safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, EBD is malfunctioning. ABS warning lamp Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
Page 461 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 459 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. Note the messages on the multifunction display.
Page 462 460 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® Deactivate ESP only for as long as the situation requires. ® ® If ESP cannot be activated, ESP is malfunctioning. Have ESP ® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Observe the notes on deactivating ESP ®...
Page 463 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 461 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Tires with insufficient tire pressure may impair the driving characteristics as well as steering and braking. Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit: The tire pressure monitoring system has detected tire pressure loss in at least one of the tires.
Page 464: 462 Index
462 Index Acoustic locking verification signal System limitations......... 159 1, 2, 3 ... Activating/deactivating......64 Active Emergency Stop Assist....168 4MATIC Activating/deactivating automatic Function..........140 Active Lane Change Assist volume adjustment Activating/deactivating......170 12 V battery Burmester ® surround sound system..314 Function..........
Page 465 Index 463 Active Lane Change Assist....169 Adjusting the mid-range, treble and Air distribution bass Function..........166 Setting........... 120 System limits......... 166 Burmester ® surround sound system..314 Air inlet Adaptive cruise control Adjusting the sound focus see Air-water duct see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ®...
Page 466 464 Index Installation locations....... 42 Alternative route see PRE-SAFE ® PLUS (anticipatory Knee airbag..........42 see Route occupant protection plus) Overview..........42 Ambient lighting Apple CarPlay ® PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp..47 Setting (multimedia system)....113 ® Connecting an iPhone ......
Page 467 Automatic mirror folding function Selecting playback options....298 see Battery (vehicle) Activating/deactivating......119 Track list..........298 Battery (vehicle) Automatic transmission Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Charging..........344 DIRECT SELECT lever......136 see Qualified specialist workshop Charging (Remote Online)...... 127 Drive program display......135 Notes............. 341 Authorized workshop Drive programs........
Page 468 466 Index Blind Spot Assist Brake force distribution Breakdown Activating/deactivating......179 EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ see Flat tire Function..........177 tion)............154 ® Burmester surround sound system System limitations......... 177 Brakes Adjusting the balance/fader....314 Blower ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)..... 152 Adjusting the sound focus.....
Page 469 Index 467 Declining..........273 Matte finish........... 325 Changing a wheel Ending a call.......... 273 Paintwork..........325 Preparation..........378 Incoming call during an existing call..274 Plastic trim..........330 Raising the vehicle........ 379 Making..........273 Power washer........325 Changing a wheel Mercedes me........
Page 470 468 Index Basic instructions........51 Note............120 Computer Special seat belt retractor....... 55 Rear air vents........122 see On-board computer Refrigerant..........394 Chock Connecting the parcel net......103 Refrigerant filling capacity..... 396 Storage location........377 Connection status Removing condensation from the Chock Displaying..........
Page 471 Index 469 Convenience opening........80 Storing a speed........158 Daytime running lamp mode System limitations......... 157 see Daytime running lights Coolant (engine) Customer Assistance Center (CAC)... 28 Daytime running lights Capacity..........394 Check level..........322 Switching on/off........112 Customer Relations Department....28 Notes............
Page 472 470 Index Selecting a contact........ 248 Display message Check Engine Oil At Next Refu‐ Selecting a POI........246 Calling up (on-board computer)..... 398 eling............444 Selecting from the map......249 Notes............ 398 Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 Selecting previous destinations..... 245 Display messages quart)............
Page 473 Index 471 Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Intell. Light System Inoperative..407 Please Release Parking Brake..420 Measured..........447 Á Key Not Detected (red display Rear Left Backrest Not Engine Oil Level Low Stop Vehi‐ message)..........403 Latched (example)........411 cle Turn Engine Off........
Page 474 472 Index Turn On the Ignition to Release Active Distance Assist Now Available..424 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Camera the Parking Brake........421 Active Lane Keeping Assist Camera View Restricted See Operator's Man‐ Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch View Restricted See Operator's Man‐ ual............
Page 475 Index 473 Driver's Door Open & Transmission Reversing Not Possible Service Traffic Sign Assist Currently Unavail‐ Not in P Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away..415 Required..........416 able See Operator's Manual....426 Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Run Flat Indicator Inoperative....
Page 476 474 Index Drive Away Assist Driving system Drowsiness detection see Protection against collision see 360° Camera see ATTENTION ASSIST see Active Blind Spot Assist Drive position DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Inserting..........138 Suspension..........182 see Active Emergency Stop Assist Drive program display.......
Page 477 Index 475 Setting............. 97 Emergency braking........149 Starting (start/stop button)....125 Starting assistance........ 344 EBD (electronic brake force distribu‐ Emergency braking Switching off (start/stop button)..143 tion) see BAS (Brake Assist System) Engine data Function/notes........154 Emergency engine start......350 Displaying..........
Page 478 476 Index ® First-aid kit (soft sided)......334 Fuel (Electronic Stability Program) Additives..........391 Activating/deactivating......154 Flat tire E10............390 Function/notes........152 Changing a wheel........378 Fuel reserve.......... 392 MOExtended tires........335 Exterior lighting Gasoline..........390 Notes............ 334 see Lights Quality (gasoline)........
Page 479 Index 477 Hazardous substances Help call Information..........24 see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Garage door opener Head airbag..........42 High beam Clearing the memory......147 Activating/deactivating......109 Opening or closing the door....147 Head level heating (AIRSCARF)....93 Programming buttons......145 High-beam flasher........
Page 480 ® iPhone Indicator lamps Reading lamp......... 113 ® see Apple CarPlay see Warning/indicator lamps Switch-off delay time......113 see Mercedes-Benz Link Individual drive program Intermediate destination Configuring..........136 Calculating a route with intermediate Selecting..........135 destinations........... 247 Jack Inside rearview mirror Entering..........
Page 481 Index 479 Lighting Displaying the traffic map..... 259 see Interior lighting Displaying traffic incidents....260 Labeling (tires) see Lights Extending a subscription....... 259 see Tire labeling Issuing hazard alerts......261 Lights Lamp Adaptive Highbeam Assist...... 111 Load index (tires)........369 see Interior lighting Automatic driving lights......
Page 482 480 Index Unlocking/opening the doors from Maneuvering assistance Map and compass the inside..........67 Activating/deactivating......199 Overview..........261 Cross Traffic Alert........198 Low-beam headlamps Massage program Drive Away Assist........198 Switching on/off........108 Resetting the settings......90 Lubricant additives Massage programs Avoiding an area........
Page 483 Index 481 Information..........301 Mercedes me calls Information on data transfer....290 Overview..........302 Arranging a service appointment..285 Manual emergency call......289 Calling the Mercedes-Benz Customer Overview..........288 Media mode Center........... 284 Mercedes-Benz Link Activating..........296 Calling the Mercedes-Benz Customer Connecting..........
Page 484 482 Index see Telephone Favorites..........224 Navigation announcements Overview..........220 Activating/deactivating......255 Mobile phone voice recognition Restoring (factory settings)....240 Adjusting the volume......256 Starting..........273 Starting the ENERGIZING COMFORT Repeating..........256 Stopping..........273 program..........241 Switching audio fadeout on/off.... 256 Model series Switching the sound on/off....
Page 485 Index 483 see Pets in the vehicle Engine oil..........392 Panic alarm ® Fuel (gasoline)........390 Activating/deactivating......64 see PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occu‐ Notes............ 389 pant protection) Park position Refrigerant (air conditioning system)..394 see PRE-SAFE ® PLUS (anticipatory Inserting..........138 Windshield washer fluid......
Page 486 484 Index Parking lights..........108 Picture formats Reversing measures........ 50 see Video mode Parking position ® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occu‐ Picture settings Exterior mirrors........118 pant protection plus) Storing the position of the front- see Video mode Function..........50 passenger outside mirror using Reversing measures........
Page 487 Index 485 Reading lamp Reporting safety defects......28 see Interior lighting Rescue card..........29 Radar and ultrasonic sensors Real wood (Care)........330 Damage..........150 Reserve Rear fog lamp Fuel............392 Radio Switching on/off........109 Activating..........306 Reset function (multimedia system)..240 Activating/deactivating radio text..
Page 488 486 Index Roll bar To an off-road destination..... 257 Overview..........310 Function..........49 Pause and playback function....312 Route-based speed adaptation Restrictions........... 309 Roof load............ 397 Function..........164 Selecting a category......310 Route-based speed adjustment Route Selecting a channel........ 311 Setting...........
Page 489 Index 487 Operating the memory function....98 Seat heating Setting summer time........ 230 Resetting the settings......90 Activating/deactivating......92 Setting the date format......231 Setting options........16 Seat ventilation Setting the distance unit......235 Switching AIRSCARF on/off....93 Activating/deactivating......92 Setting the map scale Seat belt Second telephone...
Page 490 Start-off assist see Android Auto Wheels and tires........354 see Optimized acceleration ® see Apple CarPlay Sound Start/stop button see Mercedes-Benz Link ® see Burmester surround sound system Parking the vehicle........ 143 see Telephone see Sound settings Starting the vehicle....... 125 Snow chains..........
Page 491 Index 489 Starter battery Adjusting (manually)........ 94 Surround lighting Charging (Remote Online)...... 127 Buttons..........202 Setting........... 112 Care............330 Starting assistance Surround View Operating the memory function....98 see Jump-start connection see 360° Camera Steering wheel heater......95 Starting the engine Surround view camera Steering wheel heater see Vehicle...
Page 492 490 Index Synchronization function Technical data Switching mobile phones (Near Field Switching on/off (control panel).... 121 Information..........385 Communication (NFC))......272 Radio operating permits......387 Telephone menu overview..... 268 System settings Vehicle identification plate....387 Telephone operation......273 Activating/deactivating PIN protec‐ Using Near Field Communication tion............
Page 493 Index 491 Drafts............ 278 Tire information table....... 362 Restarting the tire pressure monitor‐ Notes............. 277 ing system..........360 Tire labeling Options..........278 Tire pressure loss warning system Characteristics........369 Outbox........... 278 (function)..........361 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)..367 Read-aloud function......277 Tire pressure monitoring system Load index..........
Page 494 492 Index Tire tread........... 354 Removing..........381 Tool Replacing........374, 378 see Vehicle tool kit Tire-change tool kit Restarting the tire pressure loss Top Tether............ 58 Overview..........377 warning system........361 TIREFIT kit Touch Control Restarting the tire pressure monitor‐ Storage location........
Page 495 Index 493 Track Transmission position display....136 TuneIn Selecting (audio mode)......298 Calling up..........293 Transporting Deleting stations........293 Traction grade........... 366 Vehicle..........349 Overview..........293 Traffic information Tread wear grade........366 Saving stations........293 Displaying the traffic map..... 259 Trim element (Care)........
Page 496 494 Index USB devices Maintenance........... 23 Vehicle length........396 Connecting..........297 Medical aids..........27 Vehicle width......... 396 Parking for an extended period....149 Wheelbase..........396 User profile Problem notification........ 28 Vehicle data storage Creating..........237 QR code rescue card....... 29 Importing/exporting......
Page 497 Index 495 Vehicle operation Voice command types (Voice Control Outside the USA or Canada..... 23 System)............207 Warning lamps Vehicle tool kit Voice Control System see Warning/indicator lamps TIREFIT kit..........336 Application specific voice commands..207 Warning system Towing eye..........350 Audible help functions......
Page 498 496 Index Warning/indicator lamps Checking the tire pressure (manually)... 358 # Electrical malfunction warning Overview..........447 Checking the tire pressure (tire pres‐ lamp............453 PASSENGER AIR BAG......47 sure monitoring system)......360 ; Engine diagnosis warning lamp..452 Definitions..........371 Warranty............
Page 499 Index 497 Temperature grade........ 366 Wind screen Wiper blades Tire and Loading Information placard..362 Care............328 Care............329 Tire characteristics........ 369 Replacing..........114 Windows Tire pressure (notes)......355 Wireless charging Closing (all)..........78 Tire pressure loss warning system Opening (all)..........78 Function/notes........

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