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Page 1 Possible variations to your vehicle may not to receive a printed Owner‘s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle be taken into account as Mercedes-Benz constantly updates their vehicles to Ihrem konkreten Fahrzeug könnten nicht berücksichtigt sein, da Mercedes-Benz model years.
Page 4 Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all documents on to the new owner. Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides app may not yet be available in your country. É4635840105Z102tËÍ 4635840105Z102...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Introduction ......... 20 Operating the climate control system ..85 Environmental protection ...... 20 Air vents ..........93 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....20 Owner's Manual ........21 Driving and parking ......95 Operating safety ........21 QR code for rescue cards ...... 24 Running-in notes ........
Page 6 Contents Breakdown assistance ..... 222 Where will I find...? ......222 Flat tyre ..........224 Battery (vehicle) ........224 Jump-starting ........227 Towing away and tow-starting ..... 229 Fuses ........... 232 Wheels and tyres ......235 Important safety notes ......235 Operation ..........
Page 7 Index Triggering ......... 37 1, 2, 3 ... Alarm 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ..56 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Switching off (ATA) ......56 tion System) Switching the function on/off 12 V socket (ATA) ..........56 see Socket (12 V) All-wheel drive Transfer case .........
Page 8: Index
Index Neutral (ECO start/stop func- Important safety notes ....224 tion) ..........102 Jump starting ......... 227 Overview ........101 Overview ........224 Belt tensioner Problem (fault) ....... 108 Program selector button ....104 Activation ......... 37 Pulling away ........97 Belt warning .........
Page 9 Index Breakdown Centre console see Flat tyre Lower section ........29 see Towing away Overview .......... 28 Brightness control (instrument Upper section ........28 Changing bulbs cluster lighting) ........26 Bulbs Parking lamp (rear) ......80 Changing gears ........103 Brake lamp ........
Page 10 Index Delayed switch-off Setting the airflow ......87 Setting the temperature ....86 Exterior lighting (on-board com- Switching air-recirculation mode puter) ..........138 on/off ..........89 Interior lighting ......139 Destination Switching on/off ......85 Switching residual heat on/off ..89 Entering .........
Page 11 Index Door Driving tips Automatic locking (on-board com- Aquaplaning ........117 puter) ..........139 Automatic transmission ....103 Automatic locking (switch) ....62 Brakes ........... 115 Central locking/unlocking (key) ..57 Downhill gradient ......116 Display message ......153 Driving abroad ......... 74 Emergency locking ......
Page 12 Index Electromagnetic compatibility ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Declaration of conformity ....22 gram) Emergency call 999 or 112 ....179 Characteristics ......... 54 Emergency key Deactivating/activating ....54 Unlocking the driver's door ....62 Display message ......142 Emergency key element Function/notes ........
Page 13 Index Front-passenger seat Display message ......154 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 20 Fuel Glove compartment ......199 Consumption statistics ....134 GPS reception ........181 Displaying the range ...... 134 Driving tips ........115 Fuel gauge ........26 Important safety notes ....250 Hazard warning lamps ......
Page 14 Index Lights Interior lighting ........77 Activating/deactivating the inte- Automatic control system ....77 rior lighting delayed switch-off ..139 Delayed switch-off (on-board Automatic headlamp mode ....75 computer) ........139 Combination switch ......76 Luggage compartment lighting ..78 Dipped-beam headlamps ....
Page 15 Switching on ........177 Menu (on-board computer) .... 134 Memory card (audio) ......135 Route settings ....... 189 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Selecting a destination from the see Qualified specialist workshop list of last destinations ....183 Message memory (on-board com- Setting the map display ....
Page 16 Important safety note ...... 21 Operating system see On-board computer QR code Operating the touchscreen Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Confirming the selection ....170 Rescue card ........24 Introduction ........170 Qualified specialist workshop ... 23 Moving the road map (map view) ... 171 Selecting a menu item ....
Page 17 Index Station list ........176 Tail lamp .......... 80 Storing stations manually ....176 Turn signal (rear) ......80 Switching on ........176 Turn signals (front) ......80 Switching to alternative frequen- Rescue card ......... 24 cies ..........177 Reserve (fuel tank) Radio aerial see Fuel Assembly tool ........
Page 18 Index Setting with luggage compartment enlargement ........205 Time ..........138 without luggage compartment Setting the air distribution ....86 enlargement ........204 Setting the date ......... 172 SD function Setting the day design ...... 172 Important safety notes ....177 Setting the night design ....
Page 19 Index Stations Tail lamps Saving ..........176 Display message ......145 Technical data Saving manually ......176 Setting ........... 176 Capacities ........250 Steering (display message) ....154 Drawbar load (maximum) ....256 Steering wheel Information ........248 Trailer loads ........256 Adjusting (electrically) .....
Page 20 Index Towing eye Resetting (on-board computer) ..134 Turn signal lamp Front ..........230 Rear ..........230 Replacing bulbs (rear) ...... 80 Traffic reports Turn signals Overview list ........188 Replacing bulbs (front) ..... 80 Showing on the map ...... 188 Switching on/off ......
Page 21 Index Unlocking Vehicle tool kit pocket ...... 223 Emergency unlocking ....... 62 Vehicle weights ......... 254 From inside the vehicle (central Ventilation unlocking button) ......62 Setting the airflow ......87 Updating the digital map ....197 USB (audio) Type plate ........249 Connecting a device ......
Page 22 Index Windscreen washer fluid see Windscreen washer system Windscreen washer system Notes ..........254 Topping up ........215 Windscreen wipers Problem (malfunction) ..... 83 Rear window wiper ......82 Replacing the wiper blades ....82 Switching on/off ......81 Winter operation Important safety notes ....
Page 23: Introduction
EU countries only: this planet sparingly and in a manner which Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life takes the requirements of both nature and vehicle for environmentally friendly disposal in humanity into consideration.
Page 24: Owner's Manual
Use only genu- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are ity. Use only tyres, wheels and accessories that...
Page 25 Introduction conditions of Directive 1999/5/EC. You can Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as obtain further information from any Mercedes- electronic components or their software. Benz Service Centre. Always have work on electrical and electronic components carried out at a qualified special- Electromagnetic compatibility ist workshop.
Page 26 Do not lay several floormats or ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- carpets on top of one another. vice Centre, for example.
Page 27: Qr Code For Rescue Cards
Mercedes-Benz implied defects warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle War- analyse vehicle functions, e.g. after an acci- ranty.
Page 28: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Combination switch Ignition lock Steering wheel gearshift pad- Adjusts the steering wheel dles Light switch Instrument cluster Opens the bonnet Horn Climate control system...
Page 29: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page (km/h) Rev counter Function Page Indicator and warning lamps: R Rear foglamp Speedometer ; Engine diagnostics Indicator and warning lamps: h Tyre pressure monitor ® ÷ ESP 6 Restraint system ®...
Page 30: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Switches sound on/off Multimedia system display Selects a menu Switches sound on/off Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists Rejects or ends a call Confirms the selection Makes or accepts a call Hides display messages Switches to the redial mem- Back...
Page 31: Centre Console
Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system 4 5 PASSENGER AIR- BAG OFF indicator lamp c Seat heating ® å ESP è ECO start/stop func- tion & Auxiliary heating £ Hazard warning lamps...
Page 32 Centre console Centre console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment/ Cigarette lighter ashtray Locks/unlocks the vehicle Automatic transmission z Switches the front selector lever windscreen heating on/off Selects park position Ú Selects the drive pro- + Activates/deactivates gram the off-road gear ratio Parking brake Stowage compartment...
Page 33: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off c Switches the front interior lighting on u Switches the luggage compartment/rear interior lighting on/off | Switches the front interior lighting/automatic interior lighting control off p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off ¡...
Page 34: Occupant Safety
The components of the restraint system work in qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz conjunction with each other. They can only offer recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz protection if all vehicle occupants always: Service Centre for this. have the seat belt correctly fastened...
Page 35 Occupant safety Seat belts Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist Introduction workshop. A correctly worn seat belt is the most effective means of restraining the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of a collision or if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator vehicle overturns.
Page 36 WARNING Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use seat belts correctly without an additional suit- seat belts that have been approved specifically able restraint system. If the seat belt is worn for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 37 Occupant safety the shoulder section of the belt is routed across the centre of the shoulder The shoulder section of the seat belt should not touch your neck or be routed under your arm or behind your back. the lap belt is taut and passes across the lap as low down as possible The lap belt must always be routed across your hip joints and never across your abdo-...
Page 38 Occupant safety Retainer for seat belt tongues Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt outlet Belt buckle for fixed belt tongue and engage fixed belt tongue ? in belt buckle ;. Release button for fixed belt tongue Fixed belt tongue Belt buckle for movable belt tongue Release button for movable belt tongue Movable belt tongue...
Page 39 Occupant safety can no longer fulfil their protective function In order to avoid such risks, always ensure and must be replaced. Visit a qualified spe- that all vehicle occupants: cialist workshop. fasten their seatbelts correctly, including Press release button in belt buckle, hold belt pregnant women tongue firmly and guide the seat belt back.
Page 40 In the event of an accident, the restraint systems on Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the the front-passenger side may be triggered vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop and have to be replaced.
Page 41 Children in the vehicle Operation The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially During the first stage of a collision, the restraint determined by: system control unit evaluates important physi- the distribution of forces during the collision cal data relating to vehicle deceleration or accel- the collision angle eration, such as:...
Page 42: Children In The Vehicle
Children in the vehicle Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install for example. If the child restraint system has the child restraint system on a rear seat. Chil- been exposed to direct sunlight, leave it to dren are generally better protected there.
Page 43 Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- uine covers. rior and on the child restraint system. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care WARNING products to clean child restraint systems rec- If the child restraint system is fitted incor- ommended by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 44 Children in the vehicle Top Tether weight is greater than 22 kg who are secured using the safety belt integrated in the child Introduction restraint system. The child could, for example, not be restrained correctly in the event of an Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with accident.
Page 45 The sensor system for the automatic child seat recognition in the front-passenger seat detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with transponders has been fitted. In Remove the safety net ( page 206).
Page 46 Children in the vehicle restraint system. Always observe the infor- mation about suitable positioning of the child restraint system in this Owner's Manual as well as the child restraint system manufac- turer's installation instructions. WARNING If you secure a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat and you position the front-passenger seat too close to the dashboard, in the event of an...
Page 47 Children in the vehicle Vehicles without automatic child seat You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as a result of: recognition on the co-driver's seat a child restraint system that is not detected by the automatic child seat recognition's sen- sor system the unintentional disabling of the co-driver's front airbag...
Page 48 Children in the vehicle If it is absolutely necessary to fit a rearward- driver's seat cushion. The backrest of the child facing child restraint system to the co-driver's restraint system must lie as flat against the co- seat, you must always make sure that the co- driver's seat backrest as possible.
Page 49 Problems with automatic child seat recognition Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a transponder for BAG OFF indicator lamp automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the front- on the centre console is passenger seat.
Page 50 Children in the vehicle "Suitability of the seats for attaching an ISOFIX belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on child restraint system". the child restraint system ( page 45). Semi-universal child restraint systems are indi- Move the front-passenger seat as far back as cated by the text "semi-universal"...
Page 51 Children in the vehicle Weight category Front-passenger seat Rear seat Front- Front- Left, right passenger passenger front front airbag airbag disa- enabled bled up to 10 kg up to 13 kg 9 kg to 18 kg 15 kg to 25 kg 22 kg to 36 kg Suitability of the seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems If you use a baby car seat of category 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system of category...
Page 52 "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 46). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. If you are using a child restraint system of size category C (ISO/R3), move the front seat to the highest position and move the backrest to an upright position.
Page 53 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt Weight catego- Manu- Type Approval num- Order num- Automatic ries facturer ber(E1 ...) child seat recognition (A 000 ...) Category 0: Britax BABY 04 301146 970 20 00 Römer SAFE...
Page 54 Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks WARNING If the child restraint system is placed in direct Important safety notes sunlight, the parts could become very hot. Children could be suffer burns by touching WARNING these parts, in particular on the metallic parts If children are travelling in the vehicle, they of the child restraint system.
Page 55: Pets In The Vehicle
Driving safety systems weather conditions and maintain a safe distance Pets in the vehicle from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully. The driving safety systems described work as WARNING effectively as possible only when there is ade- If you leave animals unsupervised or unse- quate contact between the tyres and the road surface.
Page 56: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems Braking sages which may be shown in the instrument cluster ( page 142). Keep the brake pedal depressed firmly until the emergency braking situation is over. Braking ABS prevents the wheels from locking. If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the The brakes will function as usual once you brake pedal with force until the braking sit- release the brake pedal.
Page 57 Driving safety systems 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Use only wheels with the recommended tyre ® sizes. Only then will ESP function properly. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- If differential locks are switched on, ABS, BAS tion ( page 52). ®...
Page 58 Driving safety systems Trailer stabilisation ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the follow- ing situations: General information when snow chains are used If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to in deep snow ® ® lurch, ESP assists you in this situation. ESP on sand or gravel slows the vehicle down by braking and limiting off-road...
Page 59: Protection Against Theft
Protection against theft If you then do not open a side door or the the brake system checked at a qualified spe- rear door, the alarm system is primed again cialist workshop. after approximately 40 seconds. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the Observe information regarding indicator and alarm system is primed and you open: warning lamps (...
Page 60: Key
A check that periodically establishes a radio connection between the vehicle and the key determines whether a valid key is in the vehicle. Important safety notes This occurs, for example: WARNING during engine start If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, during driving they can: United Kingdom only:...
Page 61 The key centrally locks/unlocks: The key now functions as follows: To unlock the driver's door and fuel filler the doors flap: press the % button once. the rear door To unlock centrally: press the % button the fuel filler flap twice.
Page 62 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press emergency key element ; into the opening in the key in the direction of the arrow until battery compartment cover : opens.
Page 63 Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing and then press to close it. Insert emergency key element ; into the key page 59). Check the function of all key buttons on the vehicle. Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until battery = falls out.
Page 64: Doors
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have lost a key. Have the key deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. You have lost the emer- Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
Page 65 Doors Centrally locking and unlocking the Automatic locking feature vehicle from the inside You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside. The button for the central locking does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. The switch for the central locking is on the lower section of the centre console.
Page 66: Rear Door
Rear door Insert the emergency key element into the The tailgate swings out to the side when lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance. To unlock: turn the emergency key element anti-clockwise as far as it will go to position Do not leave the key in the luggage compart- ment.
Page 67: Side Windows
Side windows Slide latch : upwards. Side windows The door is unlocked. Important safety notes Pull door handle =. WARNING If the child-proof locks are used to secure the rear door, you cannot open it from inside If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, the vehicle, even when it has been unlocked they can: page 51).
Page 68: Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof On the front-passenger side, the window Opening and closing the sliding sun- crank must be turned in the opposite direc- roof tion. Sliding sunroof Important safety notes WARNING While opening and closing the sliding sunroof, body parts in close proximity could become trapped.
Page 69 Sliding sunroof Removing the rear panel trim To open: turn wheel wrench A anti-clock- wise. Open the rear door. To close: turn wheel wrench A clockwise. Remove edge protection : on the door pillar in the direction of arrow ;. Pull back rear panel trim = in the direction of arrow ? until the electrical connection can be reached.
Page 70: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats When adjusting the steering wheel, make sure Correct driver's seat position that: you can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent you can move your legs freely you can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts page 32).
Page 71 Seats WARNING lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- tem. You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: WARNING adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle mirrors occupant could become trapped by the guide fasten the seat belt rail of the seat, for instance.
Page 72 Seats their rearmost position. You could otherwise Adjusting the head restraints damage the seats and the rear bench seat. Important safety notes Make sure that the sun visor is folded up before adjusting the backrest and head WARNING restraint height. The head restraint and sun The head restraints cannot provide the inten- visor could otherwise collide when the head restraint is fully extended.
Page 73 Seats Adjusting the angle of the head Adjusting the rear seat head restraint restraints height If the head restraint is fully lowered, it is nec- Push or pull the lower edge of the head essary to press release catch :. restraint in the direction of the arrow.
Page 74: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel To switch on: press button : repeatedly even suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of until the desired heating level is set. injury. To switch off: press button : repeatedly Therefore, do not switch on the seat heating until all the indicator lamps go out.
Page 75 Steering wheel When leaving the vehicle, always take the key If someone is trapped: with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave press one of the memory function position children unattended in the vehicle. buttons, or press one of the memory function memory The electrically adjustable steering wheel can buttons, or still be adjusted when there is no key in the igni-...
Page 76: Mirrors
Mirrors The last position of the steering column is stored Exterior mirrors when you switch off the ignition. Adjusting the exterior mirrors manually Adjust the exterior mirrors in such a way that Mirrors you can get a good overview of road and traf- fic conditions.
Page 77 General notes 4 Ã Automatic headlamp mode, controlled by the light sensor For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Dipped-beam/main-beam headlamps mends that you drive with lights switched on Rear foglamp even during the daytime. In some countries,...
Page 78: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode Side lamps WARNING When the battery is discharged heavily, the side lamps or parking lamps are automatically When the light switch is set to Ã, the switched off to facilitate an engine start. dipped-beam headlamps may not be switched Always park your vehicle safely and in a well lit on automatically if there is fog, snow or other area, in accordance with the relevant legal...
Page 79 Exterior lighting Combination switch Hazard warning lamps Main-beam headlamps To switch the hazard warning lamps on/ Turn signal, right off: press button :. Headlamp flasher All the indicator lamps will flash when the hazard warning lamps are switched on. If you Turn signal, left now switch on an indicator lamp using the To indicate briefly: press the combination...
Page 80: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting Interior lighting Interior lighting control Overview of interior lighting General notes In order to prevent the vehicle's battery from Front overhead control panel discharging, the interior lighting functions are automatically deactivated after some time except for when the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 81 Replacing bulbs Make sure that the interior lighting does not Do not close the rear door when lock ; is remain switched on too long after the engine engaged at the bottom. has been switched off. Reading lamp To switch on: press the c symbol on switch B ( page 77).
Page 82: Replacing Bulbs
Replacing bulbs tail lamp/parking lamp the xenon bulbs carried out at a qualified spe- reversing light cialist workshop. rear foglamp Replace only the bulbs listed ( page 79). WARNING Have the bulbs that you cannot change yourself Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 83 Replacing bulbs Turn bulb = anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and pull it out of the bulb holder. Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages. Fit lens ;. Replace and tighten screws :. Replacing rear bulbs Tail lamp/parking lamp: R 5 W Tail lamps...
Page 84: Windscreen Wipers
Windscreen wipers Turn the respective bulb anti-clockwise, Windscreen wipers applying slight pressure, and pull it out of the bulb holder. Switching the windscreen wipers on/ Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise Do not operate the windscreen wipers when until it engages.
Page 85 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Removing the wiper blade è...
Page 86 Windscreen wipers Slide wiper arm : into new wiper blade ; Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated cor- with fitting =. rectly. Engage spring clip ? into the end of the wiper Fold wiper arm : back onto the windscreen. arm.
Page 87: Overview Of The Climate Control System
Overview of the climate control system The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Overview of the climate control sys- is available only when the engine is running. Optimum operation is only achieved when the side windows and the sliding sunroof are closed. General notes Climate comfort may be adversely affected if the Observe the settings recommended on the fol-...
Page 88: Operating The Climate Control System
Operating the climate control system Display To set climate control to automatic mode ( page 86) you require the full climate control output, you Information on using THERMATIC can switch off the ECO start/stop function by automatic climate control pressing the ECO button ( page 98).
Page 89 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating To activate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button lights up. To deactivate: press the Á button. The indicator lamp in the Á button goes out. The cooling with air dehumidification function has a delayed switch-off feature.
Page 90 Operating the climate control system Settings Switching on/off Turn the key to position 2 ( page 96) in Turn the key to position 2 ( page 96) in the ignition lock. the ignition lock. Press the _ button repeatedly until the To switch on: press the ¬...
Page 91 Operating the climate control system Windows misted up on the outside lamp : lights up briefly when you attempt to switch it on and then goes out again. Switch on the windscreen wipers ( page 81). The windscreen heating has a high current draw. Press the _ button repeatedly until the You should therefore switch it off as soon as the P or O symbol appears in the display.
Page 92 Operating the climate control system Switching on/off Activating/deactivating air-recircula- tion mode Turn the key to position g ( page 96) in the ignition lock or remove it. General notes To switch on: press the Á button. If you activate air-recirculation mode, the win- The indicator lamp in the Á...
Page 93 Operating the climate control system trol is activated. Optimum comfort is attained by Flammable materials such as leaves, grass or setting the system to automatic mode. Set the twigs may ignite if they come into contact temperature to 22 †. with: The auxiliary heating or auxiliary ventilation can hot parts of the exhaust system...
Page 94 Operating the climate control system vated unintentionally. In particular, ensure that The following messages may appear on the dis- the remote control for the auxiliary heating is play: kept out of the reach of children. Display Meaning The remote control has a range of approximately 300 metres.
Page 95 Operating the climate control system Replacing the batteries in the remote appears on the remote control display and the running time is zero minutes. control Setting the departure time Important safety notes Make sure that the time set in the vehicle is WARNING correct before setting the departure time .
Page 96: Air Vents
Air vents Insert new battery = with the lettering facing Slide battery cover : onto the remote con- upwards. trol in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages. Use the remote control to check the vehicle's auxiliary heating functions. Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions...
Page 97 Air vents uncomfortable due to drafts, proceed as fol- Setting the rear-compartment air lows: vents Open the side air vents. Open the centre air vents. Open the rear air vents. Set the temperature to 22 †. The automatic climate control adjusts to the set temperature.
Page 98: Running-In Notes
Driving Running-in notes depressed. This jeopardises safe operation of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. Important safety notes Stow all objects in the vehicle safely, so that In certain driving and driving safety systems, the they cannot reach the driver's footwell. Make sensors adjust automatically while a certain dis- sure the floormats and carpets are properly tance is being driven after the vehicle has been...
Page 99 Driving Avoid high engine speeds when the engine Children could also set the vehicle in motion, is cold. The engine's service life could other- for example by: wise be significantly shortened. Do not use releasing the parking brake the engine's full performance until it has reached operating temperature.
Page 100 Driving and release it as soon as the engine is run- Depress the brake pedal and keep it ning. depressed. Shift the automatic transmission to position You can start the engine without preglow if the h or k. engine is warm. Always wait until the shifting process is You can also use the touch-start function.
Page 101 Driving Deactivating/activating the ECO start/ The ECO start/stop function is operational and the è ECO symbol is shown in green in the stop function multifunction display, if: the indicator lamp in the è ECO button is lit green the transfer case is in the HIGH RANGE on- road position the vehicle is stationary the outside temperature and atmospheric air...
Page 102 Driving Automatic engine start Shifting the transmission to position j does not start the engine. The engine is started automatically if: general: you switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button you release the brakes when in transmis- sion position h or i, when the HOLD function is inactive driver-induced:...
Page 103 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The engine electronics are malfunctioning. start. The starter motor The fuel supply is malfunctioning. can be heard. Turn the key back to position g in the ignition lock before attempt- ing to start the engine again.
Page 104: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly. There is a risk of an accident. When engaging transmission position D or R, always firmly depress the brake pedal and do P button: park position with parking lock not simultaneously accelerate.
Page 105 Automatic transmission Shifting to park position P Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Depress the brake pedal and keep it Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. depressed. Depress the brake pedal and keep it Push the selector lever forwards or pull it back depressed.
Page 106 Automatic transmission Shifting to drive position D Coasting in neutral i may cause damage to the drive train. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary. Neutral Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Do not shift the transmission to N Push the selector lever back past the first while driving.
Page 107 Automatic transmission Kickdown Selecting the drive program Use kickdown for maximum acceleration: Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. The automatic transmission shifts to a lower gear depending on the engine speed. Ease off the accelerator pedal once the desired speed is reached.
Page 108 Automatic transmission the vehicle pulls away more gently in forward To protect against engine damage, the auto- and reverse gears unless the accelerator matic transmission: pedal is depressed fully. does not shift down if doing so would cause increased sensitivity. This improves driving the engine to exceed the maximum engine stability on slippery road surfaces, for exam- speed...
Page 109 Automatic transmission To shift up: pull steering wheel gearshift pad- Manual gearshifting dle ;. Temporary setting The automatic transmission shifts up to the next gear. To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift paddle :. The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear.
Page 110 Automatic transmission Activating the manual drive program when the limiting speed of the engine is reached. Shift the transmission to position D. In transfer case position LOW RANGE: the Press the program selector button repeatedly automatic transmission does not shift up auto- until drive program M appears in the multi- matically when the limiting speed of the engine function display.
Page 111 Refuelling Problems with the automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 112: Refuelling
Refuelling to the filling pump indicates the side of the vehi- nozzle. This discharges any electrostatic cle. charge that may have built up. Opening the fuel filler flap Do not get back into the vehicle during the refu- elling process; otherwise, electrostatic charge could build up again.
Page 113 Refuelling Fuel filler flap emergency release Pull emergency release = in the direction of the arrow. The emergency release is located in the luggage The fuel filler flap is released. compartment, on the right-hand side when Open the fuel filler flap ( page 109).
Page 114 Drink plenty of ® aftertreatment and about AdBlue water. Seek medical attention immediately. be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. change immediately out of clothing that has ® come into contact with AdBlue ®...
Page 115 Refuelling to the fuel tank, this can lead to engine dam- The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked age. automatically when you unlock or lock the vehicle. ® Do not fill the AdBlue container with a pump nozzle. ® AdBlue refill canisters If there are steep gradients while driving off-...
Page 116: Parking
® no overfill protection. AdBlue may leak out as a a filler hose. A filler hose that does not exactly fit result of overfilling. Mercedes-Benz offers spe- ® the vehicle's AdBlue tank offers no overfill pro- cial refill bottles with a threaded cap. These are available at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 117 Parking To ensure that the vehicle is safeguarded into neutral N when you switch off the engine against rolling away unintentionally: using the key. the parking brake must be applied the transmission must be in position P and the Parking brake key must be removed from the ignition lock the transfer case must not be in the neutral WARNING...
Page 118: Driving Tips
Driving tips To apply: pull parking brake lever ; up with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, firmly. for example, the power steering and the brake When the ignition is switched on, the red J boosting effect. You will require considerably indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights more effort to steer and brake.
Page 119 Drive on for a brake pads/linings that have been approved short while. This allows the airflow to cool the by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent brakes more quickly. standard of quality If the brakes have been used only moderately, Other brake discs or brake pads/linings can you should occasionally test their effectiveness.
Page 120 The use of brake discs other than those must be no higher than the lower edge of the approved by Mercedes-Benz may alter track vehicle body width and is subject to approval, if applicable.
Page 121 Driving tips Always observe the fording depth values DANGER page 255). If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the Parking the vehicle after heavy loads vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle on the engine becomes trapped in snow.
Page 122 Driving tips stop the vehicle immediately, paying atten- Off-road driving tion to road and traffic conditions. In such cases, consult a qualified specialist work- Important safety notes shop. WARNING If there are steep gradients while driving off- If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or ®...
Page 123 Driving tips Observe the following notes: You can obtain further information about retro- fitting special all-terrain tyres from a qualified stop the vehicle before you drive off-road and, specialist workshop. if necessary, shift the transfer case to the LOW RANGE off-road driving position Checklist before off-road driving page 124) engage the differential locks if necessary...
Page 124 Driving tips Clean the wheels, wheel arches and the vehi- Observe the following rules when driving along cle underside with a water jet; check for any ruts in off-road terrain or on roads with loose foreign objects and damage. gravel: Check whether twigs or other parts of plants shift the transfer case to the LOW RANGE off- have become trapped.
Page 125 Driving systems Driving downhill When driving on an incline, drive into the line of fall (upwards or downwards in a straight Drive slowly. line) and do not turn. Do not drive at an angle down steep inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive with the Always observe the approach/departure angle front wheels aligned straight forwards.
Page 126: Driving Systems
Driving systems Important safety notes Deactivating the HOLD function The HOLD function is deactivated automatically WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away you depress the accelerator and the trans- despite being braked by the HOLD function if: mission is in position D or R.
Page 127 Off-road driving systems Important safety notes Off-road driving systems WARNING Transfer case If you do not wait for the transfer case gear General notes change process to complete, the transfer case could remain in the neutral position. The The vehicle has permanent all-wheel drive. The power transmission to the driven wheels is front and rear axles are constantly driven.
Page 128: Off-Road Driving Systems
Off-road driving systems the automatic transmission is in selector Shift the automatic transmission to position lever position i you are not driving faster than 70 km/h Press and hold LOW RANGE button ; for approximately ten seconds. You could otherwise damage the transfer When the shift procedure is complete, the case.
Page 129: Important Safety Notes
Off-road driving systems Engaging the differential locks the braking distance. There is a risk of an accident. General notes Disengage the differential locks immediately The switches are at the top of the centre con- on firm surfaces with good grip. sole.
Page 130 Towing a trailer Disengaging the differential locks speed and do not countersteer. Brake if nec- essary. You can disengage the differential locks in the following order: ;, ?, =. WARNING To simultaneously disengage all differen- tial locks: press switch =. If the ball coupling is not fitted correctly and Yellow activation indicator lamps A and red the bolts supplied are not tightened to the...
Page 131 Observe the maximum per- The vehicle/trailer combination: missible speed in the relevant country. is heavier For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- is restricted in its acceleration and gradient- mum permissible rear axle load is increased climbing capability when towing a trailer.
Page 132 Towing a trailer also applies in countries in which the maximum sponding turn signal indicator on the trailer is permissible speed for car/trailer combinations flashing. is greater than 100 km/h. A connected trailer is only detected when the When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling electrical connection is established correctly characteristics will be different to when driving and when the lighting system is working prop-...
Page 133 Towing a trailer Trailer with 7-pin connector General notes Trailer with 7-pin connector: you can connect to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if necessary, an adapter cable. Both can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 134: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting WARNING The brightness control knob is located on the Operating the integrated information systems bottom left of the instrument cluster and communications equipment in the vehicle page 26). while driving will distract you from traffic con- Turn the brightness control knob clockwise or ditions.
Page 135 Displays and operation Left control panel the engine compartment, leave the bonnet closed and notify the fire brigade. Calls up the menu and menu bar The coolant temperature gauge is in the instru- ment cluster on the right-hand side ( page 26).
Page 136: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Back button The following messages may appear in the mul- tifunction display: Press briefly: Gearshift recommendation page 106) Back è ECO start/stop function ( page 97) Hides display messages/calls up Transfer case position ( page 124) the last Trip Trip menu function used...
Page 137 Menus and submenus Trip computer "From start" or "From is only a small amount of fuel left in the fuel tank, a vehicle being refuelled C appears instead reset" of the approximate range. Digital speedometer Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip...
Page 138 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active The vehicle position is inside the area of the digital map, but the road is not recognised, e.g. new roads, car parks or private land. You have reached the destination or an inter- mediate destination.
Page 139 ® phones via Bluetooth Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory. on the internet at http://www.mercedes- benz.com/connect Press the 9 or : button to select the desired name or number. at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre...
Page 140 Menus and submenus Press the 6 or a button to start dial- Changing the convenience settings ling. page 140) Restoring the factory settings ( page 141) To exit the redial memory: press the % Instrument cluster button. Selecting the unit of measurement for dis- tance Assistance menu Display unit Speed-/odometer:...
Page 141 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to set the hours or Vehicles for the United Kingdom: this func- minutes. tion is unavailable. Press a to store the entry. Selects language The display shows the selected time. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Settings Settings...
Page 142 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating the acoustic Depending on your vehicle's equipment, when the surround lighting and exterior light- locking confirmation ing delayed switch-off are on, the following If you switch on the Acoustic Acoustic Lock Lock function, an light up: acoustic signal sounds when you lock the vehi- side lamps cle.
Page 143 Menus and submenus Changing the departure time When the auxiliary heating is switched on, Press the = or ; button on the steering make sure that: wheel to select the Settings Settings menu. no flammable materials come into contact Press the : or 9 button to select the with hot vehicle components Heating Heating...
Page 144: Display Messages
Display messages Press the : or 9 button to select the When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: Easy Entry/Exit Easy Entry/Exit function. If the Easy Easy Entry/Exit Entry/Exit function is activated, HOLD function ( page 122) the vehicle steering wheel appears in red in Parking (...
Page 145 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 unavailable. ABS, ESP defective ABS, ESP defective Other driving and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. Visit workshop Visit workshop In addition, the ÷...
Page 146 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. ESP defective defective Visit Visit The ÷ warning lamp also lights up on the instrument cluster. workshop workshop The self-diagnosis function, for example, may not be complete.
Page 147 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. In addition, the J warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up Check brake fluid Check brake fluid and a warning tone sounds. level level WARNING...
Page 148 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system has malfunctioned. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear left malfunc‐ Rear left malfunc‐ WARNING tion Consult work‐ tion Consult work‐...
Page 149 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so Top up coolant See Top up coolant See page 215). Owner's Manual Owner's Manual Have the coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop if the coolant needs topping up more often than usual.
Page 150 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The poly-V-belt may have torn. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions, and switch off the engine. Check the poly-V-belt. If the poly-V-belt is torn: Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 151 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is very little fuel in the fuel tank. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated. You must refuel at the nearest filling station. ¸ Vehicles with a diesel engine: the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced.
Page 152 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions TC TC shift shift conditions conditions The parking brake is not applied and the brake is not depressed. The not fulfilled not fulfilled transfer case has cancelled the gearshift process and is in Neutral. There is no connection between the engine and the drive wheels.
Page 153 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions TC NEUTRAL TC NEUTRAL The transfer case is in position Neutral. On On A warning tone also sounds when the driver's door is open and the brake pedal is not depressed. Close the driver's door.
Page 154 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check tyres Check tyres The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase...
Page 155 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre Tyre press. press. monitor monitor No signals can be received from the tyre pressure sensors due to currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ strong RF interference. The tyre pressure monitor is temporarily mal- functioning.
Page 156 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions To start the To start the You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in posi- engine, shift to engine, shift to tion R or D. either P or N either P or N Shift the transmission to position P or N.
Page 157 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The driver's or front-passenger seat backrest is not engaged. Rear Rear left left seat seat back‐ back‐ rest not rest not Push the backrest back until it engages. locked lockedorFront right Front right seat backrest not...
Page 158 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Â You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock. Use the correct key. Key does does not not belong belong to vehicle to vehicle Â...
Page 159: Warning And Indicator Lamps On The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 160 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The brake system is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affec- ted.
Page 161 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is malfunctioning. An additional warning tone indicates that EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
Page 162 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. You have engaged the differential locks. ABS is deactivated. Disengage the differential locks.
Page 163 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp å ® N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® is deactivated. WARNING ®...
Page 164 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is running. ®...
Page 165 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is run- ning. There may be a fault with the following, for example: engine management fuel injection system exhaust system...
Page 166 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up 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 167 Warning and indicator lamps on 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 frozen slush. If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
Page 168: Introduction
Introduction Introduction WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their Operating safety software as well as wiring could affect their Important safety notes function and/or the operation of other net- worked components. This could in particular WARNING also be the case for systems relevant to Operating the integrated information systems safety.
Page 169 Introduction ® Bluetooth technology is a standard for short- range wireless data transmissions up to approx- imately 10 metres. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue- tooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc. An SD card is a digital storage medium. SD cards carry the logo displayed above.
Page 170: At A Glance
At a glance At a glance Operating system Multimedia system with navigation Function Page Function Page Microphone V On/off knob Press and hold: Light sensor Switches the multimedia sys- NAVI tem on/off Selects navigation Turn: Adjusts the volume Press briefly: Calls up map view Switches the mute function Repeats last navigation mes-...
Page 171 At a glance Function Page TUNER Selects the radio Sets the waveband...
Page 172 At a glance Multimedia system without navigation Function Page Function Page Microphone V On/off knob Press and hold: Light sensor Switches the multimedia sys- Plays back next track tem on/off Turn: Plays back previous track Adjusts the volume Back button Press briefly: Goes back to the previous Switches the mute function...
Page 173 At a glance Function Page TUNER Selects the radio Sets the waveband Operating the touchscreen Display overview Introduction The basic operating functions of the touchscreen are given below as an example. Selecting a menu item Status bar Main display field Sound settings To call up system settings To call up options...
Page 174: System Settings
System settings Moving the map (map view) Rock Rock Classical Classical Jazz Jazz Custom Custom If you select Custom Custom, a menu appears. Set the desired values using arrows :. The value set is stored. Setting the centre and balance Press the touchscreen with one finger.
Page 175 System settings Setting the date Switching the button tone on/off Select ¯. Select ¯. Select Date/Time Date/Time. Select Key tone tone. Select the date. The # dot indicates that the function is acti- An input menu appears. vated. Set the date using the arrows. Switching the AM waveband on/off Setting the time In order to select the AM waveband in radio...
Page 176 System settings Select ¯. Calling up version information Select Controller setting Controller setting. Select ¯. Select the desired setting. Select Version info Version info. The # dot indicates the current setting. Information on the software status of the mul- If the Change station/title Change station/title function is...
Page 177 System settings Searching for and pairing with a Blue- ® Bluetooth settings ® tooth device ® Requirements for a Bluetooth connec- ® When using your Bluetooth device with the tion multimedia system for the first time, you must ® search for the Bluetooth device and then pair ®...
Page 178 System settings ® ® Unpairing a Bluetooth device Select the desired Bluetooth device from the list. ® Requirement: no Bluetooth devices are con- ® To pair a Bluetooth device: enter the pair- nected to the multimedia system. ® ing code on the Bluetooth device or confirm Press the PHONE button.
Page 179: Radio
Radio Press the PHONE button. You will hear the last station set on the wave- band selected last. Select O. Select BT name name. ® Enter the desired Bluetooth name. Setting a station ® To save a Bluetooth name: select To delete individual characters: select Setting the waveband ¨.
Page 180: Media
Media Switching alternative frequencies USB device and memory card on/off Important safety notes If this function is switched on, the multimedia system tries to ensure the best possible recep- WARNING tion, using alternative frequencies where nec- SD cards are small parts. They can be swal- essary.
Page 181 Telephone Display overview Playing back an external audio source via the AUX socket Connect an external audio source to the AUX socket. Press the MEDIA button. Select Aux-In Aux-In. Aux is playing Aux is playing display appears. You cannot operate the external audio device using the multimedia system.
Page 182: Telephone
Telephone Phone display overview Call disconnected while the vehicle is in motion The following could be the cause of call discon- nection: the GSM network coverage is insufficient the vehicle has moved into a GSM cell with no free channels the SIM card used is not compatible with the network available you are using a mobile phone with "Twincard"...
Page 183 Telephone Select the desired entry. Select Microphone Microphone. Select 2. Select internal internal external external. The number is dialled. Depending on the previous setting, the set- ting is switched to external external internal internal. Switching automatic answering on/off When this function is switched on, incoming Telephone book calls are answered automatically.
Page 184: Navigation
Navigation Select è. Navigation Select the contact. Important safety notes If several phone numbers are stored for one contact, select the desired number. WARNING The number is dialled. Operating the integrated information systems and communications equipment in the vehicle Deleting a phone book while driving will distract you from traffic con- Press the PHONE button.
Page 185 Navigation house number complete the destination Switching to navigation mode address. Press the NAVI button. Entering an address The main menu appears. This example shows how to enter an address in the form of a country, town, street and house number or a crossing street.
Page 186 Navigation Enter the desired house number or crossing street. Select ★. The results list appears below the input line. The list of saved locations appears. To complete the address entry: select the Select the desired location. address in the results list. The location is shown on the map.
Page 187 Navigation Select Routes Enter the desired longitude. Creating a new route Select The location is shown on the map. Press the NAVI button. Select Select as Destination Select as Destination. The main menu appears. The route is being calculated. Select Multipoint Route Multipoint Route.
Page 188 Navigation Changing the active route Select Edit Edit. Select the desired route. Adding an intermediate destination A menu appears. Select Rename Rename. Select S. The main menu appears. Enter the desired name. Select add waypoint waypoint. Select Y. Enter the desired destination. The location is shown on the map.
Page 189 Navigation Restoring the original route To delete the entire route: select delete delete route route. Select S. Route guidance is cancelled. The active route The main menu appears. is deleted. Select Detours & Alternatives Detours & Alternatives. To delete the next intermediate destina- Select Restore Original Route Restore Original...
Page 190 Navigation Select During route guidance Enter the desired starting point. Navigation announcements The location is shown on the map. Select Select as Destination Select as Destination. Navigation messages should guide you during The route list appears. the journey without distracting you from traffic If desired, enter the destination as well as conditions or driving.
Page 191 Navigation The symbol indicating the change of direction also indicates the type of change of direction, e.g. a left turn. If another change of direction will be required immediately after you have changed direction, the change of direction after the next is indicated by a smaller symbol.
Page 192 Navigation Press the NAVI button. Adjusting navigation settings The main menu appears. Defining the route calculation settings Select Settings Settings. Select Route Preferences Route Preferences. Taking settings into account during route Select Navigation Mode Navigation Mode. calculation A menu appears. Depending on local conditions, the multi- Select the desired function.
Page 193 Navigation Alerts Alerts: adjusts the volume of acoustic warn- Adjusting the verbosity level of voice ings instructions Ding Ding: adjusts the volume of the attention The following functions are available: tone. The attention tone is output before nav- Minimal Minimal: voice instructions are output once igation announcements directly before the next change of direction Keys...
Page 194 Navigation Setting warnings for speed limits This function is not permitted in all countries and regions. Observe the legal requirements The following functions are available: for the country you are in. Warn When Speeding Warn When Speeding: The following functions are available: Audio and Visual Audio and Visual: if the vehicle speed...
Page 195 Navigation Setting warnings on the map Setting the map colours When the function is activated, warnings appear Press the NAVI button. on the map. The main menu appears. Select Settings Settings. Press the NAVI button. The main menu appears. Select Navigation View Navigation View.
Page 196 Navigation Select Place Markers Place Markers. Displaying points of interest (POI) near motorway exits Select the desired POI. A menu appears. You can set which POI categories near motor- Select View on Map View on Map. way exits appear on the map, e.g. filling stations. The Y tick indicates the activated function.
Page 197 Navigation Press the NAVI button. lates the alternative route starting from the next The main menu appears. junction. Select Settings Settings. Press the NAVI button. The main menu appears. Select Navigation View Navigation View. Select Settings Settings. Select Signposts Signposts. The function is activated or deactivated.
Page 198 Navigation Setting map view and alignment Date Delimiter Date Delimiter Coordinate Display Format Coordinate Display Format The following options are available: Press the NAVI button. 3D map: the map view is aligned to the direc- The main menu appears. tion of travel Select Settings Settings.
Page 199 Navigation Defining the traffic settings Activating or deactivating the "Show traf- fic info" function Traffic events/real-time traffic events Press the NAVI button. (TMC) The main menu appears. The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) provides Select Settings Settings. real-time traffic reports. The multimedia system Select Traffic Traffic.
Page 200 Navigation Press the NAVI button. The main menu appears. Select Settings Settings. Select Traffic Traffic. Select Confirm Detours Manually Confirm Detours Manually. The function is activated or deactivated. Defining the trip monitor settings The following functions are available: Enable Enable auto-saving auto-saving: if this function is acti- vated, the multimedia system saves statistic trip data...
Page 201: Loading Guidelines
Loading guidelines Loading guidelines WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around.
Page 202: Stowage Areas
Stowage areas Ensure that closable stowage spaces are shut before beginning your journey. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- ted, sharp-edged, fragile or outsize objects in the load compartment. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 198). Front stowage compartments Glove compartment If the rear bench seat is not occupied: Insert the belt tongues into buckles : of the...
Page 203 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Door stowage compartment Map pockets Door stowage compartment There is an additional compartment located on Map pockets the driver's door trim. Stowage compartment under the armrest and in the centre console Stowage nets The following additional stowage areas are avail- able in the vehicle: stowage net in the front-passenger footwell map pockets on the back of the driver's and...
Page 204 Stowage areas Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip. WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear door is open when the engine is running, par- ticularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes could enter the passenger compart- ment.
Page 205 Stowage areas Rear bench seat This poses an increased risk of injury. Before every trip, make sure that the seat Folding the rear bench seat forwards backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat are engaged before every trip. Fold the rear bench seat back. The seat catch engages audibly.
Page 206 Stowage areas Lashing eyelets in the luggage compart- Luggage compartment cover ment Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the luggage compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.
Page 207 Stowage areas Fitting/removing the luggage compart- ests. For safety reasons, always use a safety net when transporting a load. ment cover Damaged safety nets can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Safety net without luggage compart- ment enlargement To remove: make sure that luggage compart-...
Page 208 Stowage areas Fold the rear bench seat forward page 202). Hook safety net : into retainers ; on both sides. Engage hooks A in lashing eyelets B. Pull the loose ends of tensioning straps ? to tension the safety net. Set tensioning straps ? to the length for lashing eyelets B using tensioning buckles Tensioning buckles = of tensioning...
Page 209 Cup holders Always observe the maximum roof load and adapt your driving style. Important safety notes Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only WARNING use roof carriers that have been tested and If you transport objects in the vehicle interior approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This and these are not adequately secured, they helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Page 210: Features
Features Cup holders in the glove compartment could slip or be flung around and thereby strike vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets may not always be able to hold the objects placed in them in the event of an accident.
Page 211 Features Vanity mirror in the sun visor Stowage compartment/ashtray Stowage compartment/ashtray in the centre console WARNING If you engage transmission position D when removing the ashtray insert, the vehicle can roll away. There is a risk of an accident. Always switch off the engine first and safe- guard the vehicle against rolling away by applying the parking brake.
Page 212 Features Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition Cigarette lighter lock. WARNING Socket in the front-passenger footwell You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: the hot cigarette lighter falls a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to objects, for example...
Page 213 Lift up the cover of the socket. a winch. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you have retrofitting of a winch car- Assembly tool ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. You...
Page 214: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Engine compartment If you have to carry out work in the engine compartment: Bonnet switch off the ignition Important safety notes never touch the dangerous areas surround- ing moving components, e.g. the rotation WARNING area of the fan An unlocked bonnet may open up when the remove jewellery and watches vehicle is in motion and block your view.
Page 215 Engine compartment The bonnet release lever is in the footwell on the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. left-hand side of the vehicle when viewed in the There is a risk of injury when accessing the direction of travel. engine compartment.
Page 216 Make sure that the key is in position 2 in the been tested and approved in accordance with ignition lock. Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Press 9 or : on the steering wheel to Products is available at any Mercedes-Benz select the following message: Engine oil Engine oil Service Centre.
Page 217 Engine compartment The following cause engine failure or damage Other service products to the exhaust system: Important safety notes Use of engine oils and oil filters that have not been expressly approved for the service WARNING system Certain components in the engine compart- Replacement of engine oil and oil filter after the replacement interval specified by the ment could be very hot, e.g.
Page 218: Service
254). expansion tank ;. If necessary, top up with coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Service Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
Page 219 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The symbol and the letter indicate which type of service is due: ¯ Minor service Fuel/water separator ±...
Page 220: Care
This will prevent smears and Use care products and cleaning agents recom- reduce wiping noises caused by residue on the mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. windscreen. Washing by hand Washing the vehicle and cleaning the...
Page 221 Care High-pressure cleaner to painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork. WARNING Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by The water jet of circular-jet nozzles (dirt grind- corrosion and damage caused by inadequate care cannot always be completely repaired. In ers) can cause damage not visible from the such cases, visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 222 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning Clean the water drainage channels of the agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or windscreen and the rear window at regular cleaning cloths. intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals and...
Page 223 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use alcohol-based thinner or petrol leather care agents that have been recom- abrasive cleaning agents mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. commercially-available household cleaning agents Cleaning wood trim and trim elements These may damage the display surface. Do...
Page 224 If necessary, dampen the lint- free cotton cloth with a small amount of clear water. Use wood oil recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz to treat and protect the wooden luggage compartment floor. This revitalises the wooden surface and increases the resilience of the wood.
Page 225 Where will I find...? Where will I find...? First-aid kit Warning triangle Removing the warning triangle The first-aid kit is located in the stowage com- partment of the right-hand door. Remove first-aid kit : from the stowage compartment. The warning triangle is secured under the rear bench seat.
Page 226 Where will I find...? Observe the legal requirements for each indi- The jack is located under the rear bench seat on vidual country. the right-hand side when viewed in the direction of travel. Fold the rear bench seat forward Vehicle tool kit page 202).
Page 227 Battery (vehicle) Removing the spare wheel directly assisting in the wheel change should, for example, stand behind the barrier. Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traffic conditions when doing so. Close the driver's door. Place the warning triangle a suitable distance away ( page 222).
Page 228 Battery (vehicle) sive gases of a battery. There is a risk of an battery acid thoroughly with plenty of clean explosion. water and seek medical attention at once. Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle Environmental note body to remove any existing electrostatic build-up.
Page 229 There is a risk of can also charge the battery with a charger rec- an explosion. ommended by Mercedes-Benz. For more infor- Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before mation, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 230 Jump-starting permits charging of the battery while it is fitted. battery has frozen. In this case, you may neither Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for jump-start the vehicle nor charge the battery. information and availability. Read the battery The service life of a battery that has been charger's operating instructions before charg- thawed may be reduced.
Page 231 Jump-starting reduced. The starting characteristics may be impaired, especially at low temperatures. Have the thawed battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jump leads.
Page 232 Towing away and tow-starting Lift up cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery B using the jump lead, Always begin with positive terminal ; on your own vehicle first. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed.
Page 233 Towing away and tow-starting (30 x 30 cm). This will make other road Towing eyes users aware that a vehicle is being towed. Towing eyes, front Only secure the tow cable to the towing eyes or, if available, to the trailer tow hitch. Observe the brake lamps of the towing vehicle while driving.
Page 234 229). You may only secure the vehicle by the Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as and seek advice. axle or steering components. Otherwise, the...
Page 235 If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- In the event of damage to the transfer ist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service case Centre. Have the propeller shafts between the axles and Only use fuses that have been approved for the transfer case removed.
Page 236 Fuses Dashboard fuse box Do not use a pointed object such as a screw- driver to open the cover in the dashboard. You could damage the dashboard or the cover. Fuse box Fuse box in the transmission tunnel Open the front-passenger door. To open: pull cover : outwards in the direc- tion of the arrow and remove it.
Page 237 Fuses Open the rear door. To open: unscrew screws :. Fold out cover ; in the direction of the arrow and remove.
Page 238 You could otherwise damage Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- the wheel rims and tyres. cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- rectly can impair the operating safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved...
Page 239 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. mileage Use only tyres and wheels of the same type and make. Fit only tyres of the correct size onto the Notes on the tyre tread wheels.
Page 240 Both types of tyre are identified thereby damaging the tyres permanently. by the M+S marking. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage. Only winter tyres bearing the i snowflake symbol in addition to the M+S marking provide WARNING the best possible grip in wintry road conditions.
Page 241 Tyre pressure specifications For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Important safety notes mends that you use only snow chains that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz or that are of WARNING an equivalent standard of quality. For more information, please contact a qualified special- Underinflated or overinflated tyres pose the ist workshop.
Page 242 Tyre pressure The tyres are cold: Check the tyre for foreign objects. if the vehicle has been parked with the tyres Check whether the wheel is losing air or the out of direct sunlight for at least three hours valve is leaking. If you are unable to rectify the damage, con- if the vehicle has not been driven further than tact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 243 Tyre pressure For further information on displaying this mes- The tyre pressure values indicated by the on- sage, refer to the "Checking the tyre pressure board computer may differ from those meas- electronically" section ( page 240). ured at a filling station using a pressure gauge. The tyre pressures shown by the on-board com- puter refer to those measured at sea level.
Page 244 Tyre pressure If the Rectify tyre pressure Rectify tyre pressure message sures sures will will be be displayed displayed after a after a few appears in the multifunction display, the tyre minutes of driving minutes of driving message appears. pressure in at least one tyre is too low. The Press the : button.
Page 245 Tyre pressure country Radio type approval number country Radio type approval number Jordan Kingdom of Jordan South Africa Type approval for Tyre Pressure sensor. Manufacturer: Schrader Elec- TA-2012/1540 Approved tronics Ltd. TA-2011/1370 Approved Model: GG4 Type Approval Number: Ukraine TRC/LPD/2012/190 Model: MC34MA4 Type Approval Number: Schrader Electronics цім...
Page 246 Changing a wheel Brazil The wear patterns on the front and rear tyres differ depending on the operating conditions. Interchange the wheels before a clear wear pat- tern has formed on the tyres. Front tyres typi- cally wear more on the shoulders, while rear tyres wear more in the centre.
Page 247 Do not unscrew the bolts completely. cle: Use only the vehicle-specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised.
Page 248 For safety rea- securely in the recess of jack A and the base sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you of the jack lies evenly on the ground. only use wheel bolts which have been approved...
Page 249 Wheel and tyre combinations for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective If you are driving with the emergency spare wheel. wheel fitted, the tyre pressure monitor cannot function reliably. Restart the tyre pressure mon- Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact sur- itor only once the defective wheel has been faces.
Page 250 Wheel and tyre combinations pressure table on the fuel filler flap. Further information on tyre pressure ( page 238). Check tyre pressures regularly and only when the tyres are cold. Notes on vehicle tyres: always fit the vehicle with tyres of the same size on a given axle (left/right) always fit the same type of tyres on your vehi- cle at a given time (summer tyres, winter...
Page 251 You can obtain further informa- The operating permit may be invalidated if tion from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. the instructions for installation and use of RF transmitters are not observed. In particular, the following conditions must be...
Page 252 Vehicle identification plate with vehi- Deviations in respect of wavebands, maximum cle identification number (VIN) transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values:...
Page 253 Components and service products must be matched. Use only products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- priate section.
Page 254 Service products and capacities Do not use the following: vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil- dren. marine diesel heating oil If you or others come into contact with fuel, observe the following: bio-diesel vegetable oil Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin petrol with water and soap immediately.
Page 255 This nical standard. may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after- Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz-approved treatment system. engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines. Purity Further information on tested and approved engine oils can be obtained from any Mercedes- ®...
Page 256 You could otherwise damage the engine. Additives Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- Do not use any additives with the engine oil. vice Products, MB Specifications for Service This could damage the engine.
Page 257 -45 †). Heat will otherwise not be dissipa- merFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all ted as effectively. year round. Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ corrosion inhibitor in accordance with MB Spec- ifications for Service Products 310.1. Vehicle data...
Page 258 Off-road driving vehicle data G 350 d PROFESSIONAL Model Fording depth G 350 d PROFES- : Distance to top edge 1976 mm 60 cm SIONAL ; Distance to lower edge 771 mm = Range of movement 1010 mm Further information about off-road fording page 117).
Page 259 Trailer tow hitch Carefully depress the accelerator pedal and You can secure carrier systems, e.g. bicycle make sure that the wheels do not spin when racks or load-bearing devices, to the ball cou- driving on steep terrain. pling. The maximum payload of 75 kg applies when carrier systems are attached to the ball If the load on the front axle is reduced when coupling.

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