Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Roadster Operator's Manual
Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Roadster Operator's Manual

Mercedes-Benz AMG GT Roadster Operator's Manual

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Joe Davis
March 25, 2025

What is the proper battery charger/maintainer for a 2020 AMG GT R. Car has a Lithium ion starter battery and a lead acid consumer battery. I can't find proper guidance.

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Mr. Anderson
March 25, 2025

Mercedes-Benz recommends using a battery charger that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. For a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT R with a lithium-ion starter battery and a lead-acid consumer battery, you should use a charger specifically adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The charger should have a maximum charging voltage of 14.8V to avoid damaging the battery or vehicle electronics. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for further information and availability.

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  • Page 1 Digital form via the Internet You can find the Operator's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital form as an App ® The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple App store or Google Play. Apple® iOS Android™...
  • Page 2 Blue- instruction that is continued on the next tooth SIG Inc. Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- page. cles and about Daimler AG can be found on the DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides app The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.
  • Page 4 Replacing bulbs ........100 Introduction ......... 24 Windshield wipers ........ 100 Protecting the environment ....24 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....24 Operator's Manual ......... 25 Climate control ......... 103 Service and vehicle operation ....25 Overview of climate control systems ... 103 Operating safety ........
  • Page 5 Contents Maintenance and care ...... 235 Engine compartment ......235 ASSYST PLUS ........240 Care ............. 241 Breakdown assistance ..... 249 Where will I find...? ......249 Flat tire ..........250 Battery (vehicle) ........254 Jump-starting ........256 Towing and tow-starting ...... 258 Fuses ...........
  • Page 6 Index Adaptive Highbeam Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......186 12 V socket Function/notes ........ 98 see Sockets Switching on/off ......99 Additional speedometer ....170 Additives (engine oil) ......291 Address book ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) see also Digital Operator's Man- Display message ......
  • Page 7 Index Alarm system Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop Adaptive sport suspension sys- see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights tem ..........147 E-SELECT lever ......117 Display message ......186 Menu (on-board computer) .... 170 see Lights Performance Seat ......
  • Page 8 Index Display message ......175 EBD ..........64 Back button ........210 Hill start assist ....... 112 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....59 Important safety notes ....132 Basic settings Maintenance ........133 see Settings Parking brake ........ 129 Battery (SmartKey) Riding tips ........
  • Page 9 Index Seat belt ........248 ECO start/stop function (3-zone Seat cover ........248 automatic climate control) ..... 104 Sensors ......... 246 General notes ........ 103 Soft top .......... 245 Indicator lamp ........ 105 Steering wheel ....... 247 Information about using auto- Trim pieces ........
  • Page 10 Index Convenience opening Switching on/off (on-board com- With the SmartKey ......78 puter) ..........169 Coolant (engine) Declarations of conformity ....27 Checking the level ......239 Decorative film Display message ......187 Cleaning instructions ..... 244 Filling capacity ....... 292 Diagnostics connection ......
  • Page 11 Driving on wet roads ...... 134 Important safety notes ....109 Exhaust check ....... 131 Driving abroad Fuel ..........131 Mercedes-Benz Service ....241 General .......... 131 Driving on flooded roads ....134 Hydroplaning ......... 134 Driving safety system Icy road surfaces ......134 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 12 Index Electronic Traction System Entering an address see ETS (Electronic Traction System) see also Digital Operator's Man- Emergency ual ..........209 ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Automatic measures after an acci- dent ..........55 ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Emergency braking ®...
  • Page 13 Index Preparing the vehicle ..... 250 Opening/closing the garage door .. 233 TIREFIT kit ........251 Problems when programming ..233 Floormats ........... 234 Programming (button in the rear- Frequencies view mirror) ........231 Synchronizing the rolling code ..232 Mobile phone .........
  • Page 14 Index Hood Locking ..........67 Closing ........... 236 Start function ........67 Display message ......196 Unlocking ......... 67 KEYLESS-GO start function Important safety notes ....235 Opening ......... 235 Start/Stop button ......110 Kickdown Horn ............33 Driving tips ........120 Hydroplaning ........
  • Page 15 Data protection ........ 32 see Display messages Display message ......180 Manual drive program Website ..........31 Activating ........122 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Changing gear ....... 123 Active Distance Assist Deactivating ........123 DISTRONIC ........136 General notes ........ 122...
  • Page 16 Index Raising the vehicle ......282 Occupant Classification System Removing a wheel ......284 (OCS) ..........48 Securing the vehicle against roll- PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator ing away ........282 lamps ..........41 Pets in the vehicle ......58 Operation ........165 ®...
  • Page 17 Driving system ....... 148 Important safety notes ....148 Problems (malfunctions) ....150 QR code Sensor range ......... 148 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Warning display ......149 Rescue card ........29 Parking assistance Qualified specialist workshop ... 28 see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC...
  • Page 18 Index Radio mode Reserve fuel see also Digital Operator's Man- Display message ......189 ual ..........209 Warning lamp ......... 204 Radio-wave reception/transmis- Restraint system sion in the vehicle Display message ......182 Declaration of conformity ....27 Introduction ........40 Reading lamp ........
  • Page 19 Index Setting the language Important safety guidelines ..... 42 Introduction ........41 see also Digital Operator's Man- Releasing ......... 44 ual ..........209 Setting the time Warning lamp ......... 199 Warning lamp (function) ....44 see also Digital Operator's Man- Seat function ual ..........
  • Page 20 Index Sockets Calling up a stored setting (mem- General notes ........ 222 ory function) ........95 Trunk ..........222 Cleaning ......... 247 Soft top EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ....90 Cleaning ......... 245 Important safety notes ....90 Important safety notes ....80 Paddle shifters .......
  • Page 21 Index Information ........287 Storage location ......250 Tires/wheels ......... 285 Tire pressure not reached ....253 Vehicle data ........293 Tire pressure reached ....253 Telephone Using ..........251 Tires Accepting a call (multifunction steering wheel) ......167 Aspect ratio (definition) ....280 Authorizing a mobile phone (con- Average weight of the vehicle necting) .........
  • Page 22 Index PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- Switching input line ....... 211 Tow-starting inition) ........... 280 Replacing ........281 Emergency engine starting .... 261 Towing Service life ........264 Sidewall (definition) ....... 280 Permitted towing methods .... 259 Towing away Speed rating (definition) ....
  • Page 23 Index Two-way radio Vehicle dimensions ......293 Frequencies ........287 Vehicle emergency locking ....73 Installation ........287 Vehicle identification number Transmission output (maximum) ..287 see VIN Type identification plate Vehicle identification plate ....287 see Vehicle identification plate Vehicle maintenance see ASSYST PLUS Vehicle tool kit ........
  • Page 24 Index Wheel chock ........282 Wheels Changing a wheel ......281 Checking ........264 Cleaning ......... 245 Important safety notes ....263 Information on driving ....263 Interchanging/changing ....281 Mounting a new wheel ....284 Mounting a wheel ......282 Notes on sport tires .......
  • Page 25 Digital Operator's Manual Select the Operator's Operator's Manual Manual menu item by Introduction turning 3 and pressing 7 the controller. Confirm 7 the message about the warning The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- and safety notes. mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The menu for the Digital Operator's Manual The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- appears.
  • Page 26 Ô of its maximum engine speed. systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Switch off the engine in stationary traffic, ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- e.g. use the ECO start/stop function. ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehi- Drive in a fuel-saving manner.
  • Page 27 Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its replace and repair all factory-installed parts in repair. accordance with the following warranty terms...
  • Page 28 Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assis- ery Program. For details, consult an authorized tance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the hours a day, 365 days a year. following addresses. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
  • Page 29 Operating safety twigs can gather between the underbody and Always have the prescribed service/mainte- the underbody paneling. If these materials nance work as well as any required repairs come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. system, they can catch fire.
  • Page 30 Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- essary, contact us at one of the following mation being reset, for example. This may lead addresses.
  • Page 31 However, NHTSA cle's condition, component stress and mainte- cannot become involved in individual problems nance requirements as well as technical events between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz and malfunctions. USA, LLC. This information generally documents the con-...
  • Page 32 Data stored in the vehicle You can incorporate data into the vehicle's com- Online services fort and infotainment functions yourself as part of the selected equipment. Wireless network connection These include, for example: If your vehicle has a wireless network connec- Multimedia data such as music, films or pho- tion, data can be exchanged between your vehi- tos for playback in an integrated multimedia...
  • Page 33 COMAND or the mbrace sys- data from the EDR is commercially available, tem. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly For additional information please refer to the disclaims any and all liability arising from the COMAND User Manual or the Digital Operator's...
  • Page 34 If in doubt, deactivate the function: on the Mercedes me connect website by switching off the function in the settings. Notes on data protection via the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center. You can call up the Mercedes-Benz Customer WARNING Center by pressing the ï button in the The use of remote control functions can lead overhead control unit.
  • Page 35 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Combination switch Cruise control lever Steering wheel paddle shift- Unlocks the trunk lid Electric parking brake Instrument cluster Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the hood Central control panel Rear fog lamp Climate control systems Light switch Horn Adjusts the steering wheel...
  • Page 36 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Warning and indicator lamps: Speedometer ! Electric parking brake Speedometer segments (yellow) Warning and indicator lamps: ! ABS h Tire pressure monitor ; Check Engine ® å ESP Electric parking brake (red) ®...
  • Page 37 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operating the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...
  • Page 38 Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment à Adjusts AMG RIDE CONTROL sports suspension 12 V socket Cigarette lighter j Park position with parking Ashtray lock Ü Switches the multime- å Activates/deactivates dia system on/off (see the ®...
  • Page 39 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page | Switches the automatic G SOS button interior lighting control (mbrace system) on/off Opens the soft top p Switches the right- F Breakdown assistance hand reading lamp on/off call button (mbrace system) ï...
  • Page 40 Central control panel Central control panel Function Page Function Page c Seat heating £ Hazard warning lamps s Seat ventilation c Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Ò AIRSCARF ¬ Extends/retracts the rear spoiler...
  • Page 41 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door \ Selects the right exte- rior mirror & % Locks/unlocks the vehicle 7 Adjusts the exterior mirrors Z Selects the left exterior mirror W Opens/closes the side windows ª...
  • Page 42 Center at 1-800 FOR-MERCEDES page 43) (1‑800‑367‑6372). have the seat adjusted properly Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use page 84) driving aids which have been approved specifi- cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the head restraints must also be adjusted prop- erly.
  • Page 43 Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
  • Page 44 Occupant safety occupant in the best position in relation to the dent or when braking or changing direction air bag. abruptly. This poses an increased risk of injury The seat belt system comprises: or even fatal injury. Seat belts Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have Emergency Tensioning Devices and seat belt their seat belts fastened correctly and are sit- force limiters...
  • Page 45 Mercedes-Benz vehi- accident. This poses an increased risk of cle. The child restraint system must be appro- injury or even fatal injury.
  • Page 46 Occupant safety of an accident, they could be crushed belt retractor. Further information on the "Spe- between the vehicle occupant and seat belt. cial seat belt retractor" ( page 56). objects are never secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the Releasing seat belts vehicle's occupants Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up.
  • Page 47 Occupant safety fastened or a front door is opened again, the To avoid hazardous situations, always make 7 seat belt warning lamp goes out. sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: If the driver's seat belt is not fastened after the have fastened their seat belts correctly, engine is started, an additional warning tone will including pregnant women...
  • Page 48 Occupant safety vehicle" ( page 55) in addition to the child the front-passenger side may be triggered restraint system manufacturer's installation and have to be replaced. and operating instructions. Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent an air bag from functioning correctly. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make sure that:...
  • Page 49 You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Head bags : deploy in the area of the side win- dows at the front. When deployed, the head bag enhances the level of protection for the head.
  • Page 50 Occupant safety The child restraint system must not touch the Occupant Classification System roof or be subjected to a load by the head (OCS) restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Introduction Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function The Occupant Classification System (OCS) cat- correctly.
  • Page 51 Occupant safety If the status of the front-passenger front air bag BAG in front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY changes while the vehicle is in motion, an air bag to the child can occur. display message appears in the instrument clus- ter ( page 184).
  • Page 52 When the front-passenger seat is occupied, repair work carried out at a qualified specialist always ensure that: workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center the classification of the person in the front- for this purpose. passenger seat is correct and the front-...
  • Page 53 Occupant safety tivated in accordance with the person in the entire base of the child restraint system must front-passenger seat always rest on the seat cushion of the front- passenger seat. The backrest of the forward- the person is seated properly with a cor- facing child restraint system must, as far as rectly fastened seatbelt possible, be resting on the backrest of the...
  • Page 54 Do not touch the air bag parts. Have a deployed air bag replaced at a qualified spe- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the cialist workshop as soon as possible. vehicle transported to a qualified specialist workshop after an accident. Observe the notes on towing the vehicle away ( page 258).
  • Page 55 Occupant safety For your own safety and that of your front gency Tensioning Devices during a head-on or passenger, it is important that you have rear-end collision. deployed air bags replaced and faulty air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be repaired.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety sive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant they provide an indication of air bag deploy- protection system) ment. The vehicle can be deformed considerably, with- Introduction out an air bag being deployed. This is the case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed ®...
  • Page 57 Never leave children unattended in system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. the vehicle. The child restraint system must be appropri- ate to the age, weight and size of the child.
  • Page 58 Children in the vehicle three-point seat belt can be properly fastened Child restraint system without a booster seat. The use of seat belts and child restraint systems is required by law in: Special seatbelt retractor all 50 states the U.S. territories WARNING the District of Columbia If the seat belt is released while driving, the...
  • Page 59 Children in the vehicle You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as as intended. The child cannot then be a result of: restrained in the event of an accident, heavy an incorrectly categorized person in the front- braking or sudden changes of direction. There passenger seat is an increased risk of injury, possibly even deactivating the front passenger front air bag...
  • Page 60 Driving safety systems good time, and for staying in lane. Always adapt Pets in the vehicle your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance WARNING from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully. If you leave animals unsupervised or unse- The driving safety systems described only work as effectively as possible when there is ade-...
  • Page 61 Driving safety systems play messages which may be shown in the Active Brake Assist instrument cluster ( page 175). General information Brakes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 58). If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the brake pedal vigorously until the braking sit- Active Brake Assist consists of a distance warn- uation is over.
  • Page 62 Driving safety systems You can activate or deactivate Active Brake Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- Assist ( page 168) in the on-board computer. uation and do not rely solely on the distance When deactivated, the distance warning func- warning function.
  • Page 63 Driving safety systems Vehicles with Active Distance Assist Keep the brake pedal depressed until the DISTRONIC: the autonomous braking function emergency braking situation is over. ABS prevents the wheels from locking. is available in the following speed ranges: The brakes will work normally again if: 4 - 124 mph (7 - 200 km/h) for moving objects you release the brake pedal...
  • Page 64 Driving safety systems When the å and h warning lamps light up ® (Electronic Stability Program) ® continuously, ESP is not available due to a mal- function. General notes Observe the information on warning lamps Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- page 201) and display messages which may tion ( page 58).
  • Page 65 Driving safety systems To activate SPORT handling mode: briefly WARNING press button :. ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer sta- The M handling mode warning lamp in the bilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk instrument cluster lights up.
  • Page 66 (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- while braking. tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Important safety notes 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 67 Protection against theft Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open: a door the vehicle with the mechanical key the trunk lid the hood the glove box To turn the alarm off with the SmartKey: press the % or &...
  • Page 68 SmartKey Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do SmartKey not keep the SmartKey in the trunk. Otherwise, Important safety notes the SmartKey may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using the Start/Stop button. WARNING A brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey determines whether a valid If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, SmartKey is in, or in the direct vicinity of, the...
  • Page 69 SmartKey after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey. Information on activating and deactivating the locator lighting can be found in the Digital Oper- ator's Manual. To open the trunk lid: press and hold the F button until the trunk lid opens. KEYLESS-GO General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by...
  • Page 70 SmartKey If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical Changing the settings of the locking key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked auto- system matically. You can change the settings of the locking sys- To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the tem.
  • Page 71 National guide- lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey...
  • Page 72 SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compartment Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey cover : into the housing first and then press page 68). to close it. Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle. Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock or...
  • Page 73 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con- trol function: Unlock ( page 73) or lock (...
  • Page 74 Doors Doors Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Pull door handle ;. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up.
  • Page 75 Doors If a locked door is opened from the inside, the Unlocking/locking the driver's door previous unlock status of the vehicle will be using the mechanical key taken into consideration if: To completely lock the vehicle using the the vehicle was locked using the locking but- mechanical key: ton for the central locking, or begin by pressing the button for locking the...
  • Page 76 Trunk tem will be triggered. Switch off the alarm Opening/closing from outside page 64). Opening Trunk Important safety notes DANGER Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open while the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
  • Page 77 Trunk Using the trunk unlocking function via the If the SmartKey is within the rear detection sensor with a prosthetic leg may restrict func- range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tionality. tions, for example, could lead to the uninten- tional opening of the trunk lid: If a KEYLESS-GO SmartKey is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS-GO, the sensors when using an automatic car wash...
  • Page 78 Side windows To deactivate: open the glove box. Always switch off the engine before opening Slide the switch to position 2. the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk open. lid will also be unlocked. Trunk emergency release You can unlock the trunk lid from the driver's seat when the vehicle is stationary and...
  • Page 79 Side windows Make sure that nobody touches the side win- someone becomes trapped, press the W dow during the opening procedure. If some- button to open the side window again. body becomes trapped, release the switch or pull the switch to close the side window again. Opening and closing the side win- WARNING dows...
  • Page 80 Side windows Using the SmartKey Convenience opening Press and hold the & button until the side General notes windows are fully closed. You can ventilate the vehicle before you start Make sure that all the side windows are driving. closed. If the SmartKey is in close proximity to the vehi- To interrupt convenience closing: release cle, the convenience opening function is availa-...
  • Page 81 Side windows If the side window opens again slightly: Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed ( page 77). Hold the switch for an additional second. If the respective side window remains closed after the button is released, then it has been set correctly.
  • Page 82 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only open or close the soft top when the vehicle is stationary. If the soft top does not open or close fully, the...
  • Page 83 Soft top (Roadster) Opening/closing using the SmartKey Important safety notes WARNING When opening or closing the soft top, there is a risk that parts of the body could become trapped by moving parts such as the roof mechanism, the trunk lid, or the side win- dows.
  • Page 84 You could otherwise damage the wind screen or the vehicle inte- rior. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wind screens which have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This To install: fold both fastening levers ? on helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
  • Page 85 Soft top (Roadster) Problems with the soft top Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The soft top will not open The ignition is not switched on. or close. Select SmartKey position 2 with the Start/Stop button. The brake pedal has not been depressed with the vehicle stationary. Depress the brake pedal.
  • Page 86 Seats you can see all the displays in the instrument Correct driver's seat position cluster clearly you should have a good overview of traffic WARNING conditions You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the seat belt is pulled snugly against your the following while driving: body and is routed across the center of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic...
  • Page 87 Seats WARNING ing or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain You could lose control of your vehicle if you do abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This the following while driving: poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, injury.
  • Page 88 Seats Adjusting the seat fore-and-aft position For safety reasons, seat fore-and-aft adjustment on electrically adjustable seats is only possible for a maximum of two seconds when the vehicle is in motion. The seat fore-and-aft adjustment can then no longer be set. If after starting the journey no correct seat fore-and-aft adjustment has been made, there is a risk of accident and injury.
  • Page 89 Mercedes-Benz. Ensure that there are no objects on the seat surface when the seat heating is switched on.
  • Page 90 Seats The three blue indicator lamps in buttons : indicate the blower setting you have selected. Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 111). To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired blower setting is set. To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.
  • Page 91 Seats Problems with the seat heating or seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat heating or seat The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ventilation has switched ers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the not be switched on.
  • Page 92 Steering wheel Problems with AIRSCARF Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions AIRSCARF has switched The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- off prematurely or will ers are switched on. not switch on. Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting.
  • Page 93 Mirrors Press one of the memory function position but- store the setting with the memory function tons. The adjustment process is stopped. This page 94). function is only available on vehicles with mem- ory function. Crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature WARNING If the crash-responsive EASY-EXIT feature is trig- gered in an accident, the steering column will If children activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea- move upwards in the following situations:...
  • Page 94 Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out WARNING electrically The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side reduces the size of the image. Visible objects are actually closer than they appear. This means that you could misjudge the dis- tance from road users traveling behind, e.g. when changing lane.
  • Page 95 Mirrors Exterior mirror pushed out of position Parking position for the exterior mir- ror on the front passenger side If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Storing the parking position Press and hold button ? until you hear a click You can position the front-passenger side exte- and the mirror engages audibly into position rior mirror in such a way that you can see the...
  • Page 96 Memory function Select key position 2 with the Start/Stop pants – particularly children – could become button. trapped. There is a risk of injury. Press button =. While the memory function is making adjust- Use button ? to adjust the exterior mirror to ments, make sure that no one has any body a position that allows you to see the rear parts in the sweep of the seat or steering...
  • Page 97 Memory function On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel page 90) and the exterior mirrors page 92). Press memory button M and one of the stor- age position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds. The settings are stored in the selected preset position.
  • Page 98 WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- beam headlamps may not be switched on mends that you drive with the lights switched on automatically if there is fog, snow or other even during the daytime.
  • Page 99 Exterior lighting The daytime running lamps improve the visibility Press the R button. of your vehicle during the day. Here, the Day‐ Day‐ The yellow R indicator lamp in the instru- time Running Lights time Running Lights function must be ment cluster lights up.
  • Page 100 Exterior lighting To switch on the hazard warning lamps: To indicate briefly: press the combination press button :. switch briefly to the pressure point in the All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a direction of arrow ; or ?. turn signal using the combination switch, only The corresponding turn signal flashes three the turn signal lamp on the corresponding...
  • Page 101 Interior lighting instrument cluster goes out. The _ indi- On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam cator lamp in the multifunction display Assist may fail to recognize other road users remains lit. that have lights, or may recognize them too To switch off: move the combination switch late.
  • Page 102 Windshield wipers Automatic interior lighting control windshield using washer fluid after washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash. To switch on or off: press the | button. Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due to When the automatic interior lighting control is optical influences and the windshield becom- activated, the button is flush with the over- ing dirty in dry weather conditions, the wind-...
  • Page 103 Remove the wiper blade from the retainer on Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper arm in the direction of the arrow. the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
  • Page 104 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.
  • Page 105 Overview of climate control systems Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience General notes opening feature ( page 78). This will speed up the cooling process and the desired inte- Observe the settings recommended on the fol- rior temperature will be reached more lowing pages.
  • Page 106 Operating the climate control systems Activates/deactivates synchronization ( page 106) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode manually ( page 107) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 104) Sets the temperature, right ( page 105) The windows could fog up. Therefore, switch off Optimum use of dual-zone automatic climate control only briefly climate control...
  • Page 107 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The indicator lamp over Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- the ¿ rocker switch function. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 108 Operating the climate control systems air distribution to the windshield and front Setting the airflow side windows Select key position 2 with the Start/Stop air-recirculation mode off button ( page 111). If necessary, the "Cooling with air dehumid- To increase or reduce: press the H ification"...
  • Page 109 Air vents Activating/deactivating Select key position 2 with the Start/Stop button ( page 111). Press the ¤ rocker switch up or down. The indicator lamp above the ¤ rocker switch lights up or goes out. Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window...
  • Page 110 Air vents In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes: keep the air inlet between the windshield and the hood free of blockages, such as ice, snow or leaves.
  • Page 111 Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving WARNING safety systems adjusts automatically while a Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the certain distance is being driven after the vehicle pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
  • Page 112 Driving Do not keep the SmartKey: Do not warm up the engine while stationary. Pull away immediately. Avoid high engine with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone speeds and full throttle until the engine has or another SmartKey reached its operating temperature. with metallic objects, e.g.
  • Page 113 Driving key position, the power supply is switched off Starting the engine again. Important safety notes To switch on the ignition: press Start/Stop button : twice. WARNING The ignition is switched on. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, If you press Start/Stop button : once when they could: in this position, the ignition is deactivated...
  • Page 114 Driving General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 111). The catalytic converter is preheated for up to The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of the light up ( page 199).
  • Page 115 Driving Important safety notes WARNING After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- WARNING ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away. If the engine is switched off automatically and There is a risk of an accident and injury. you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted Therefore, quickly move your foot from the automatically.
  • Page 116 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO the engine and the transmission are at a suf- ficient temperature for the ECO start/stop start/stop function function the set temperature for the vehicle interior has been reached the battery is sufficiently charged the system detects that the windshield is not fogged up when the air-conditioning system is switched on the hood is closed...
  • Page 117 Driving Setting the volume: You can also adjust the position of the exhaust flap using the: Press button :. If you select the loudest setting, indicator DYNAMIC SELECT controller ( page 116) lamp ; lights up. Multimedia system Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not...
  • Page 118 DYNAMIC SELECT controller Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine is not running There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical smoothly and is misfir- component of the engine management system. ing. Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter and damage it.
  • Page 119 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission display goes out and the symbol of the selec- or C, the vehicle could pull away sud- ted drive program appears. denly. There is a risk of an accident. The drive program indicator on DYNAMIC When engaging transmission position 7 or SELECT controller : lights up in red.
  • Page 120 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission Overview of transmission positions Engaging park position P automatically Park position j is engaged automatically in the following circumstances: if you switch off the engine using the Start/ Stop button and open the driver's or front- passenger door.
  • Page 121 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission Depress the brake pedal and keep it The displays go out if you: depressed. switch off the power supply with the Start/ Shift to neutral i. Stop button ( page 110) or Release the brake pedal. remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock Release the electric parking brake.
  • Page 122 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission Double-clutch function Neutral Do not shift the transmission to i When shifting down, the double-clutch function while driving. The automatic trans- is active regardless of the currently selected mission could otherwise be dam- drive program. The double-clutch function aged.
  • Page 123 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission Gliding mode is characterized by the following: Press M button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. The letter M the combustion engine is disconnected from appears in the multifunction display. Manual the drive train. mode M is activated.
  • Page 124 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission gliding mode is not available. Automatic drive program the ECO start/stop function is not available. Drive program C (Comfort) if a period of dynamic driving is followed by an extended phase with a constant accelerator Drive program C is characterized by the follow- pedal position, the vehicle shifts up to a ing:...
  • Page 125 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission Shifting gears You can also deactivate temporary manual drive program yourself: If you pull on the left-hand or right-hand steering wheel paddle shifter, the automatic transmis- Pull on the right-hand steering wheel paddle sion switches to temporary manual drive pro- shifter and hold it in place ( page 121).
  • Page 126 AMG SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-speed sports transmission ommended gear is shown in the multifunction engine speeds. The engine and transmission display. should be at normal operating temperature for the RACE drive program ( page 170). Use the When the corresponding gearshift recom- RACE drive program on a closed-off race circuit.
  • Page 127 Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has There is a malfunction in the transmission. problems shifting gear. The transmission no longer shifts into the next gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
  • Page 128 Refueling If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel could spray out Switch off the engine. when the fuel pump nozzle is removed. Open the driver's door. For further information on fuel and fuel quality The vehicle electronics are now in key posi- page 289).
  • Page 129 Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
  • Page 130 Parking position h or k, otherwise park position j Apply the electric parking brake. is engaged automatically. Shift the transmission to j using the button The transmission could be damaged. on the center console. Using the Start/Stop button Always secure the vehicle correctly against rolling away.
  • Page 131 Parking Applying or releasing manually Electric parking brake General notes WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake. shift the automatic transmission out of the parking position P.
  • Page 132 Parking In addition, at least one of the following condi- During braking: tions must be fulfilled: a warning tone sounds there is a system malfunction Please Release Parking Brake Please Release Parking Brake mes- the power supply is insufficient sage appears the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster...
  • Page 133 Driving tips Connect the cable provided in the trunk to the If you make a call while driving, always use trickle charger. hands-free mode. Only operate the telephone when the traffic situation permits. If you are Connect the trickle charger to 12 V socket :. unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop Consult the manufacturer's operating instruc- before operating the telephone.
  • Page 134 Driving tips damage to the drive train. This type of damage running an enclosed space without adequate is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- ventilation. ranty. Certain engine systems are designed to keep Heavy and light loads the level of poisonous components in exhaust fumes within legal limits.
  • Page 135 Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which is not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's you hear a warning tone while the engine is operating safety.
  • Page 136 Driving systems Driving on wet roads If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating running, make sure the exhaust pipe and area Hydroplaning around the vehicle are clear of snow. To ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, open a If water has accumulated to a certain depth on the road surface, there is a danger of hydro- window on the side of the vehicle that is not...
  • Page 137 Driving systems brakes from overheating and wearing too Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. quickly. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : or Use cruise control only if road and traffic con- down ;. ditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 138 Driving systems Setting a speed There are several ways to deactivate cruise con- trol: Briefly press the cruise control lever for- wards :. Brake. Cruise control is automatically deactivated under the following conditions: the electric parking brake is applied. you are driving slower than 20 mph (30 km/h).
  • Page 139 Driving systems Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC operates in Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- the speed range between 0 mph (0 km/h) and uation and be ready to brake. 120 mph (200 km/h). Do not use Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC WARNING while driving on roads with steep gradients.
  • Page 140 Driving systems Cruise control lever Do not use Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC: In road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on slippery road surfaces. Braking or accel- erating could cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle could then skid when there is poor visibility, e.g.
  • Page 141 Driving systems Activating Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ; or press it up : or down =. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa- ted. Activating at the current speed or last stored speed WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed, the vehicle acceler- ates or decelerates.
  • Page 142 Driving systems Driving with Active Distance Assist This setting is recommended in stop-and-start traffic. DISTRONIC Additional information on selecting the drive Pulling away and driving program ( page 116). Changing lanes If you change to the overtaking lane, Active Dis- tance Assist DISTRONIC helps you if: you are driving at a speed greater than 45 mph (70 km/h)
  • Page 143 Driving systems Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains sta- the cruise control lever up : or down ; tionary and you do not need to depress the beyond the pressure point. brake. Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ;, the last speed stored is After a time, the electric parking brake increased or reduced.
  • Page 144 Driving systems Deactivating Active Distance Assist Displays in the instrument cluster DISTRONIC Displays in the speedometer There are several ways to deactivate Active Dis- If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC detects a tance Assist DISTRONIC: vehicle in front, the segments between speed of Briefly press the cruise control lever for- vehicle in front : to stored speed ;...
  • Page 145 Driving systems Display when Active Distance Assist Cornering, going into and coming out of a DISTRONIC is activated bend Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active The ability of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC (text appears only when the cruise control to detect vehicles when cornering is limited. lever is actuated) Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late.
  • Page 146 Driving systems Narrow vehicles Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC may mistak- enly detect vehicles that are crossing your lane. Activating Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC at, for example, a traffic light with crossing traffic could cause your vehicle to pull away at the wrong time.
  • Page 147 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and the The HOLD function is deactivated if: HOLD function in the following or similar sit- uations: you depress the accelerator and the trans- mission is in position h or k when towing the vehicle you shift the transmission to position j...
  • Page 148 Driving systems Activating RACE START (AMG GT S) RACE START When manual mode ( page 123) is active, Important safety notes the transmission automatically shifts up in the RACE START drive program. This function RACE START must not be used on normal supports maximum acceleration with RACE roads.
  • Page 149 Driving systems RACE START is deactivated immediately if you RACE START is deactivated immediately if you release the accelerator pedal during RACE release the accelerator pedal during RACE START or if any of the activation conditions are START or if any of the activation conditions are no longer fulfilled.
  • Page 150 Driving systems responsible for safe maneuvering, parking and The suspension setting can also be adjusted exiting a parking space. Make sure that there using the DYNAMIC SELECT controller are no persons, animals or objects etc., in the page 116). maneuvering area while maneuvering and park- Setting "Sport"...
  • Page 151 Driving systems If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- evant warning displays light up and a warning tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- imum, the distance may no longer be shown. Warning displays Sensors in the front bumper, left-hand side (example) The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush.
  • Page 152 Driving systems This indicates that you have now reached the If indicator lamp : lights up, Parking Assist minimum distance. PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automati- Deactivating or activating Parking cally activated when you set the Start/Stop Assist PARKTRONIC button to key position 2.
  • Page 153 Driving systems if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed. Rear view camera Observe the notes on cleaning page 246) General notes if the rear of your vehicle is damaged. In this case, have the camera position and setting checked at a qualified specialist workshop The field of vision and other functions of the reversing camera may be restricted due to addi- tional accessories on the rear of the vehicle (e.g.
  • Page 154 Driving systems Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bottom- most guideline. Front warning display Additional measurement operational readi- ness indicator for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Rear warning display imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Vehicles with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC:...
  • Page 155 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehi- Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 151).
  • Page 156 Driving systems Back up carefully until you have reached the The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is final position. restricted and warnings may be delayed or not Red guide line : is then at the end of parking occur at all: space =.
  • Page 157 Driving systems The following information is displayed: This will only happen if ATTENTION ASSIST still detects typical indicators of fatigue or increas- the length of the journey since the last break. ing lapses in concentration. the attention level determined by ATTENTION If a warning is output in the multifunction dis- ASSIST (Attention Level...
  • Page 158 Driving systems sufficient distance to the side for other road users and obstacles. USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC as a "Vehicular Radar System". The radar sensor is intended for use in an automotive radar system only. Removing, tampering with, or altering the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted by the FCC.
  • Page 159 Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated. General notes If Blind Spot Assist is activated, warning lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph (30 km/h).
  • Page 160 Driving systems If you fail to adapt your driving style, Lane Keep- Adaptive ing Assist can neither reduce the risk of an acci- When Adaptive Adaptive is selected, no warning vibra- dent nor override the laws of physics. Lane tion occurs if: Keeping Assist cannot take into account the you have switched on the turn signal.
  • Page 161 Displays and operation The segments light up from the stored speed Important safety notes to the type-tested maximum speed. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC activated WARNING page 136): If you operate information systems and com- One or two segments in the set speed range munication equipment integrated in the vehi- light up.
  • Page 162 Displays and operation Left control panel If the coolant temperature is too high, a dis- play message is shown. ò Opens the menu list If the coolant temperature display is in the area marked in red, do not continue driving. Press briefly: Otherwise, the engine will be damaged.
  • Page 163 Menus and submenus Right control panel è ECO start/stop function ( page 113) ë HOLD function ( page 144) Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Menus and submenus Makes or accepts a call Menu overview Switches to the redial memory Press the ò...
  • Page 164 Menus and submenus Calling up the range Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Press : or 9 to select From Start From Start From Reset From Reset. The values in the From From Start Start submenu are cal- culated from the start of a journey, while the values in the From Reset...
  • Page 165 Menus and submenus Navigation system menu Distance to the next change of direction Current road Displaying navigation instructions Change of direction announced with a In the Navi Navi menu, the multifunction display lane recommendation shows navigation instructions. You can find fur- ther information on navigation instructions in the multimedia system in the Digital Operator's Manual.
  • Page 166 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Change of direction without lane recom- tion system mendation Road into which the change of direction Additional information leads Other possible additional information: Distance to change of direction and visual New Route... New Route...
  • Page 167 Menus and submenus position is only displayed along with station ; if Disc (CD/DVD) (DVD, COMAND only) this has been stored. SD card (COMAND) You can store stations ; in the multimedia sys- Media Register (COMAND) tem. USB storage device Switch on the multimedia system.
  • Page 168 Menus and submenus To select the next or previous track in the To select a scene from the scene list using track list: press : or 9 briefly. rapid scrolling: press and hold : or 9 until desired scene : is reached. To select a track from the track list using rapid scrolling: press and hold : or 9 Press a to confirm your selection.
  • Page 169 Menus and submenus Accepting a call To exit the phone book: press the ~ or If someone calls you when you are in the Tele‐ Tele‐ % button. phone phone menu, a display message appears in the multifunction display. Redialing You can accept a call at any time, even if you are not in the Telephone...
  • Page 170 Menus and submenus Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Press a to confirm. page 136) Press 9 or : to select Brake Brake Assist Assist. Distance warning function of Active Brake Press a to confirm. Assist ( page 59) The current selection appears. Blind Spot Assist ( page 155) To activate/deactivate: press the a but-...
  • Page 171 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select Off, Standard Standard Further information about Daytime Running Daytime Running Sensitive Sensitive. Lights Lights( page 96). Press a to confirm the selection. When ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the Instrument cluster submenu é...
  • Page 172 Menus and submenus The selected unit of measurement for distance Press : or 9 to select No No Yes. applies to: Press a to confirm the selection. If you have selected Yes, the multifunction Digital speedometer in the Trip Trip menu display shows a confirmation message.
  • Page 173 Menus and submenus G-Meter SETUP Drive Comfort Comfort/Sport Sport/Sport + Sport Race Race The G-Meter shows you the forces that are exer- Suspension Comfort Comfort/Sport Sport/Sport + Sport + ted on the driver during the journey, both later- ally and in the direction of travel. Transmission D D /M M The maximum values are indicated in red in the...
  • Page 174 Menus and submenus RACE TIMER Press the : or 9 button to select Lap. Displaying and starting RACETIMER Press a to confirm. A maximum of 32 laps may be stored. Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a closed race circuit.
  • Page 175 Display messages Resetting the RACETIMER Average lap speed Lap length This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACE- TIMER. Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus. Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 176 Display messages When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: HOLD function ( page 144) Parking ( page 127) Hiding display messages Press the a or % button on the steering wheel. The multifunction display hides the display message. High-priority display messages are shown in red in the multifunction display.
  • Page 177 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's ble See Operator's tion.
  • Page 178 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Inoperative See Inoperative See tion. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
  • Page 179 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instru- Operator's Manual Operator's Manual ment cluster and a warning tone sounds.
  • Page 180 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. (USA The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. only) (Canada To apply: only) Switch the ignition off. Parking Brake See Parking Brake See Press the electric parking brake handle for at least ten seconds. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual Shift the transmission to position j.
  • Page 181 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 182 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position j.
  • Page 183 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Active Brake Brake Assist Assist Active Brake Assist is temporarily inoperative. Functions Functions Currently Currently Possible causes are: Limited See Opera‐ Limited See Opera‐ the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tor's Manual tor's Manual tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or...
  • Page 184 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar Radar Sensors Sensors Dirty Dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Operator's Man‐ See Operator's Man‐ is temporarily restricted or inoperative: Active Brake Assist Possible causes are: the sensors in the radiator trim and/or in the bumpers are dirty the function of the driving system or driving safety system is...
  • Page 185 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand window curtain air bag is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Left Side Curtain Left Side Curtain WARNING Airbag Malfunction Airbag Malfunction Service Required Service Required...
  • Page 186 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See bag Disabled See although: Operator's Manual Operator's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 187 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Front Passenger Passenger Air‐ Air‐ The front passenger front air bag and front passenger knee bag are bag Enabled See bag Enabled See enabled during the journey, although: Operator's Manual Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front passenger seat...
  • Page 188 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions If the conditions are not fulfilled, the system is not operating correctly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 48). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The corresponding bulb is faulty.
  • Page 189 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid longer journeys when there is insufficient coolant in the Check Check Coolant Coolant Level Level engine cooling system. You could otherwise damage the engine. See Operator's Man‐...
  • Page 190 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Operator's Man‐ See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not drive any further.
  • Page 191 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have added too much engine oil. The engine or catalytic converter may be damaged. Engine Oil Reduce Engine Oil Reduce Siphon off excess engine oil until it is at the specified level. Observe Oil Level Oil Level the legal requirements.
  • Page 192 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Lane Lane Keeping Keeping Assist Assist Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's ble See Operator's the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Manual Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog...
  • Page 193 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Distance Active Distance Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated ( page 136). Assist Off Assist Off If it was not deactivated by the driver, a warning tone also sounds. Active Distance Active Distance Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again after having...
  • Page 194 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. - - - mph - - - mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for exam- ®...
  • Page 195 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Warning Tire Mal‐ Warning Tire Mal‐ The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheel function function position is shown in the multifunction display. WARNING Driving with a flat tire poses a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle you could lose control of the vehicle continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build-up...
  • Page 196 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Shift Shift to to 'P' 'P' or or 'N' You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi- to Start Engine to Start Engine tion k or h. Shift the selector lever to j or i.
  • Page 197 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Reversing Reversing Not Not Possi‐ Possi‐ The sub-transmission with the even gears has failed. You can no longer ble Service Service Required Required engage reverse gear. The smoothness of the gear change is restricted. The transmission is in emergency mode.
  • Page 198 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Electronic Rear Electronic Rear The electronic rear axle differential lock is inoperative. Axle Differential Axle Differential Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Lock Inoperative Lock Inoperative Electronic Rear Electronic Rear The electronic rear axle differential lock motor has overheated. Axle Differential Axle Differential Allow electronic rear axle differential lock to cool by adopting a...
  • Page 199 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Rear Rear Spoiler Spoiler Inoper‐ Inoper‐ The rear spoiler cannot be fully extended and extends as far as pos- ative Limit 125 mph ative Limit 125 mph sible. The speed of the vehicle is limited to 125 mph (200 km/h). If the extension/retraction of the rear spoiler is blocked, e.g.
  • Page 200 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The SmartKey needs to be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Obtain a New Key Obtain a New Key  The SmartKey battery is discharged. Change the batteries ( page 69).
  • Page 201 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster indicator and warning lamps may light up or Warning and indicator lamps in the flash temporarily. This behavior is non-critical. instrument cluster These indicator and warning lamps only indicate a malfunction if they light up or flash after start- General notes ing the engine or whilst driving.
  • Page 202 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
  • Page 203 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
  • Page 204 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 205 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. SPORT handling mode is activated. WARNING ®...
  • Page 206 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
  • Page 207 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
  • Page 208 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by snow, slush or ice. At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡...
  • Page 209 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 210 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 211 Function restrictions Navigation announcements are intended to General notes direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. The multimedia system section in this Opera- Please always use this feature instead of con- tor's Manual describes the basic principles for sulting the map display for directions.
  • Page 212 Operating system the media source or change the volume, the Operating system sound is automatically switched on. Overview You will hear navigation messages even when the sound is muted (COMAND). General notes Functions Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your ability to read the display. The multimedia system has the following func- The display has an automatic temperature-con- tions:...
  • Page 213 Operating system Character entry with handwriting rec- Touchpad ognition Switching the touchpad on/off Entering characters Multimedia system: Use one finger to write characters on the sur- Select Vehicle VehicleQSystem Set‐ System Set‐ face. tings tingsQTouchpad TouchpadQActivate Touch‐ Activate Touch‐ The character is entered in the input line. If pad.
  • Page 214 Operating system To switch to the controller: press the con- To switch the language troller. To finish character entry Character entry using the controller is active. To select the input line: select p. To switch to the touchpad: press the touch- Swipe up or down.
  • Page 215 Operating system Calling up the climate control bar Adding your own favorites Select Vehicle VehicleQClimate Control Climate Control. Multimedia system: Press and hold the ß button until the Select Vehicle Vehicle. favorites are displayed. The vehicle menu is displayed. Add a favorite at the desired position. Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the If a favorite has already been added at this climate control bar is activated.
  • Page 216 Operating system General notes To select O A/C: turn and press the control- ler. Among other things, correct functioning of the Switch cooling with air dehumidification on navigation system depends on GPS reception. In O or off ª. certain situations, GPS reception may be impaired, there may be interference or there The current status of the cooling function is may be no reception at all, e.g.
  • Page 217 ® The Bluetooth device names for all of one man- Select destinations from Mercedes-Benz ufacturer's products might be identical. To Apps make it possible to clearly identify your mobile Select geo-coordinates phone, change the device name (see the man- ufacturer's operating instructions).
  • Page 218 If the codes are different: select No No on the In the USA, you can get in touch with the multimedia system. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center The process is canceled. on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Repeat authorization. In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- Authorization via passkey entry (access code) tomer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100.
  • Page 219 Operating system Activating media mode Connecting USB devices Multimedia system: Select Media MediaQDevices Devices. The available media sources will be shown. Select the media source. Playable files are played. Inserting and removing the SD card (COMAND) Important safety notes WARNING Example: COMAND SD cards are small parts.
  • Page 220 Stowage areas The handling characteristics of a laden vehicle Stowage areas are dependent on the distribution of the load within the vehicle. For this reason, you should Loading guidelines observe the following notes when transporting a load: DANGER Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust Never exceed the maximum permissible gross vehicle mass or the gross axle weight gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 221 Stowage areas Glove compartment To open: slide cover : forwards. Stowage compartment under armrest To open: pull handle : and open glove box flap ;. To close: fold glove box flap ; up until it To open: press button :. engages.
  • Page 222 Features The divider in the cup holder can be removed, Features e.g. for inserting smaller drinks cans. Cup holder To remove: pull the divider up and remove it. To install: re-insert the divider and push it Important safety notes down until it engages. WARNING You can remove the rubber mat of cup holder ;...
  • Page 223 Features Sun visor (variant 2) Glare from the side Mirror light Fold down sun visor :. Retainer Pull sun visor : out of bracket ;. Retaining strip, e.g. for a parking lot ticket Swing sun visor : to the side. Vanity mirror Slide sun visor : horizontally as required.
  • Page 224 If you have questions about the activation, con- Cigarette lighter ; will pop out automatically tact one of the following telephone hotlines: when the heating element is red-hot. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at To close: briefly press cover : at the front. 1-800 FOR-MERCEDES (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007...
  • Page 225 Have the system checked at the nearest author- To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as ized Mercedes-Benz Center or call the following follows: telephone assistance services: Press the W or X button on the multi- Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at function steering wheel.
  • Page 226 In this case, summon assistance by other means. To call: press Roadside Assistance but- ton :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active. The...
  • Page 227 During the call, you can change to To call: press Info call button :. the navigation menu by pressing the NAVI but- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ton on the multimedia system, for example. tomer Assistance Center.
  • Page 228 ï Info call button You are prompted to confirm route guidance to is flashing continuously. the address entered. no voice connection to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center has been estab- SelectYes by turning 3 or sliding 1 lished.
  • Page 229 15 to 60 minutes. After 30 days the vehicle can no longer be locked remotely. If you have multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with mbrace and active mbrace accounts: The vehicle remote closing feature is available if...
  • Page 230 The police will issue a numbered incident If you select Cancel Cancel, the Vehicle Health report. Check is canceled completely. Forward this number to the Mercedes-Benz When the check is complete, the Sending Sending Customer Assistance Center along with your vehicle diagnostics data. (Voice con‐...
  • Page 231 Features Geo fencing Information on Roadside Assistance page 26). Geo fencing allows you to select areas which the vehicle should not enter or leave. You will be Downloading routes informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries of the selected areas. You can select the way in Downloading routes allows you to transfer and which you receive this information beforehand.
  • Page 232 Features The rear spoiler is extended automatically if you When leaving the vehicle, always take the drive faster than: SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never 75 mph (120 km/h) in drive programs C, S leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. and S+ 44 mph (70 km/h) in drive program RACE Do not enter an automatic car wash with the...
  • Page 233 Certain garage door drives are incompatible with the integrated garage door opener. If you running an enclosed space without adequate have difficulty programing the integrated garage ventilation. door opener, contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Programming Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services:...
  • Page 234 Features Several attempts might be necessary. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" page 231). If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror.
  • Page 235 Features Proceed as follows: operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz. if you live in Canada. Replace the batteries in garage door remote if you have difficulties programming the control A. This increases the likelihood that garage door opener (regardless of where you garage door remote control A will transmit a live) when following the programming steps.
  • Page 236 Features Clearing the memory Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Select key position 2 with the Start/Stop button ( page 111). Press and hold buttons ; and ?. Indicator lamp : initially lights up yellow and then green.
  • Page 237 Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when tem work under high voltage.
  • Page 238 Engine compartment Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
  • Page 239 Engine compartment Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide Slowly slide oil dipstick : into the guide tube tube. to the stop, and take it out again. If the level is between MIN mark = and MAX Wipe off oil dipstick :. mark ;, the oil level is correct.
  • Page 240 1.1 US qt (1.0 liter) of been tested and approved in accordance with engine oil. Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Replace cap : on the filler neck and turn Products is available at any authorized clockwise.
  • Page 241 If the coolant level is approximately 0.6 in (1.5 cm) above the marker bar in the filler neck when warm, there is enough coolant in coolant expansion tank =. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 242 Mercedes-Benz Service Center or at Working in the engine compartment poses a http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). risk of injury.
  • Page 243 ASSYST PLUS ASSYST PLUS submenu and con- shop first. Mercedes-Benz recommends that firm with a. you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Ser- The service due date appears in the multi- vice Center for this purpose. function display. Driving abroad Information about Service An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries.
  • Page 244 Use care products and cleaning agents recom- Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 10 ft mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. (3 m) away from the vehicle. Make sure that: the side windows are fully closed...
  • Page 245 Damaged seals or electrical components can lead to leaks or failures. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicles with decorative film: parts of your Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- vehicle are covered with decorative film.
  • Page 246 If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint temperature, e.g. hot-air fan surface, use the paint care products recommen- weather conditions ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the case approximately every three to five months, stone impacts and dirt depending on the climate conditions and the chemical cleaning agents care product used.
  • Page 247 Have work or repairs on decorative film car- is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an Clean the water drainage channels of the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this windshield and the rear window at regular purpose.
  • Page 248 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the mirror turn signals Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses. Unsuitable...
  • Page 249 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use abrasive cleaning agents leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. commercially-available household cleaning agents These may damage the display surface. Do Cleaning the trim elements not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning.
  • Page 250 Leave Mercedes-Benz Center. the seat to dry afterwards. Cleaning results Wipe the trim elements with a damp, lint-free depend on the type of dirt and how long it cloth, e.g.
  • Page 251 Where will I find...? Where will I find...? Do not iron Do not use a laundry dryer Reflective safety jacket Do not dry-clean This is a class 2 jacket Removing/replacing the reflective The reflective safety jackets meet the require- safety jacket ments defined by the legal standard only: if the correct size is used if the reflective safety jackets are correctly...
  • Page 252 Flat tire lug wrench Please note that there can be equipment- and country-specific deviations for vehicles with a alignment bolt tire-change tool kit. Depending on the equipment, tools required for a wheel change, such as a jack or a lug wrench, are not available in all vehicles.
  • Page 253 Flat tire Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and WARNING level ground, as far away as possible from The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita- traffic. tion. It must not come into contact with your Switch on the hazard warning lamps. skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed.
  • Page 254 Flat tire Affix part : of the TIREFIT sticker to the Remove the cap from valve C on the faulty instrument cluster within the driver's field of tire. vision. Screw filler hose D onto valve C. Affix part ; of the TIREFIT sticker near the Insert connector ? into cigarette lighter valve on the wheel with the defective tire.
  • Page 255 There is a risk of In cases such as the one mentioned above, accident. contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the You should therefore adapt your driving style USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 256 Battery (vehicle) ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted. You could lose control of the vehicle, for example: when braking in the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and/or when the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 257 Switch off the ignition. charge the battery with a special charger rec- Disconnect the negative terminal first and ommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a quali- then the positive terminal. fied specialist workshop for further information. The transmission is locked in position j Have the battery condition of charge checked after disconnecting the battery.
  • Page 258 Observe the notes on the 12 V battery side. page 254). Install any existing or supplied stop plugs. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Otherwise, gases or battery acid could 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist escape. workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Make sure that the detachable parts are con- Center.
  • Page 259 Jump-starting Secure the vehicle by applying the electric parking brake. Shift the transmission to position j. Make sure the ignition and all electrical consumers are switched off. All indicator lamps in the instrument cluster must be off. When using the SmartKey, turn the SmartKey to position u in the ignition lock and remove it ( page 111).
  • Page 260 Towing and tow-starting Start the engine of your own vehicle. Let the engines run for several minutes. Before disconnecting the jumper cables, switch on an electrical consumer in your own vehicle, e.g. the rear window heating or the lighting. When the jump-starting procedure is finished: first, remove the jumper cables from ground point ? and from negative terminal = of the donor battery, and then from positive terminal : and positive terminal ;...
  • Page 261 You may tow the vehicle for a maximum dis- Permitted towing methods tance of 30 miles (50 kilometers). A towing speed of 30 mph (50 km/h) must not be Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your exceeded. vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than towing it away.
  • Page 262 Towing and tow-starting In order to signal a change of direction when towing the vehicle with the hazard warning lamps switched on, use the combination switch as usual. In this case, only the indicator lamps for the direction of travel flash. After resetting the combination switch, the hazard warning lamp starts flashing again.
  • Page 263 262). If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the Open the front-passenger door.
  • Page 264 Fuses Fuse box in the rear To open: from the vehicle interior, lift up cover : between the roll bars in the direction of the arrow. To close: shut cover : in the opposite direc- tion to the arrow and press to secure. The fuse allocation chart is located in the trunk behind the service flap.
  • Page 265 Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- an increased risk of hydroplaning and skid- cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- ding on damp or wet road surfaces. In addi- rectly can impair the operating safety.
  • Page 266 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
  • Page 267 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use snow chains that have been specially approved for your vehicle by M+S tires Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. For more information, WARNING please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 268 Tire pressure General notes Local regulations may restrict the use of snow chains. Observe the appropriate regulations if The recommended tire pressures for the tires you wish to mount snow chains. mounted at the factory can be found on the do not exceed the maximum permissible labels described here.
  • Page 269 There is a risk of an accident. Only screw the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve. Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the tire pressure.
  • Page 270 Tire pressure Maximum tire pressures Underinflated or overinflated tires Underinflated tires WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can over- heat and burst as a consequence. In addition, they also suffer from excessive and/or irreg- ular wear, which can severely impair the brak- ing properties and the driving characteristics.
  • Page 271 Tire pressure If the tire pressure is too low, increase the tire on the driver's door B-pillar or the tire pres- pressure to the recommended value. sure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap. If If the tire pressure is too high, release air. To your vehicle has tires of a different size than do so, press down the metal pin in the valve, the size indicated on the Tire and Loading...
  • Page 272 Tire pressure The tire pressure values indicated by the on- ensure that the replacement or alternate Tires board computer may differ from those meas- and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to ured at a gas station with a pressure gage. The function properly.
  • Page 273 Loading the vehicle The tire pressure must be corrected when the Press a. opportunity arises. The current tire pressure for each wheel or Tire pressure will be displayed Tire pressure will be displayed If the Check Tires Check Tires message appears in the after driving a few minutes after driving a few minutes message...
  • Page 274 Loading the vehicle sizes and corresponding pressures for tires The specifications shown on the Tire and mounted at the factory. Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples. The maximum permissible load (2) The vehicle identification plate is on the B- is vehicle-specific and may deviate from the pillar on the driver's side.
  • Page 275 Loading the vehicle exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s city. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals Tire and Loading Information placard. 1400 lbs and there will be five 150-lb pas- sengers in your vehicle, the amount of avail- Step 2: Determine the combined weight of able cargo and luggage load capacity is the driver and passengers that will be riding in...
  • Page 276 All about wheels and tires Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Weight of the occu- Occupant 1: 150 lbs Occupant 1: 200 lbs Occupant 1: 150 lbs pants (68 kg) (91 kg) (68 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs Occupant 2: 190 lbs (82 kg) (86 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs...
  • Page 277 Quality grades can be found, where applicable, point. on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread maximum section width. depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Example:...
  • Page 278 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard General: depending on the manufacturer's page 279) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may DOT, Tire Identification Number...
  • Page 279 All about wheels and tires the size description, depending on the manu- Optionally, tires with a maximum design facturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). speed of over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter manufacturer (e.g.
  • Page 280 All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum design speed permitted by the electronic speed limiter. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the "Tires"...
  • Page 281 All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
  • Page 282 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.
  • Page 283 Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Rotating the wheels The combined weight of those optional extras WARNING that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 5 lbs (2.3 kg). These Interchanging the front and rear wheels may optional extras, such as high-performance severely impair the driving characteristics if brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-volt-...
  • Page 284 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
  • Page 285 18 lb-ft (25 Nm). used, e.g. rubber mats. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Do not use wooden blocks or similar objects the hub cap installed at a qualified specialist as a jack underlay.
  • Page 286 This could for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective impair the level of comfort when braking. wheel. AMG ceramic high performance composite...
  • Page 287 Wheel and tire combinations Lowering the vehicle WARNING The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified tightening torque. There is a risk of accident. Have the tightening torque immediately checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed.
  • Page 288 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- the vehicle document wallet. mends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz Notes on equipping the vehicle: specifically for your vehicle. Always mount tires of the same size across an...
  • Page 289 The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an reflection exterior antenna when operating in authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the the vehicle. data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. The operating permit may be invalidated if...
  • Page 290 Identification plates Slide the right-hand front seat to its rearmost position. Fold floor covering : upwards. You will see VIN ;. Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only) Vehicle model The VIN can also be found in the following loca- tions: on the lower edge of windshield = on the vehicle identification plate page 287)
  • Page 291 Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of using soap and water. products which have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or If fuel comes into contact with your eyes, goodwill gestures. They are listed in this...
  • Page 292 Only fill the fuel tank to half full with regular and in consultation with an authorized unleaded gasoline and add the rest as soon Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed with the cleaning additive recommended by Mercedes-Benz. You must observe the notes...
  • Page 293 The engine oils are matched to the performance page 289). of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes- You should therefore only use engine oils and oil Benz in accordance with MB-Freigabe or MB- filters that are approved for vehicles with main- Approval 331.0.
  • Page 294 You can find additional notes on the coolant in the following places: The coolant is checked at specified intervals at a qualified specialist workshop. in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1 Filling capacities on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com...
  • Page 295 Vehicle data Refrigerant instruction label Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit washer fluid should be mixed together. The spray nozzles may otherwise become blocked. Do not use distilled or de-ionized water. Other- wise, the level sensor may give a false reading. At temperatures above freezing: Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windshield washer fluid, e.g.
  • Page 296 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights All models Vehicle height 49.5 in (1259 mm) Vehicle height, 49.6 in Mercedes‑AMG (1260 mm) GT C Roadster Wheelbase 103.5 in (2630 mm) Turning radius 480.3 in (12.20 m) Maximum trunk load Missing values were not available at time of going to print.

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