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Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2014

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 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you first drive off, read this Owner's Manual carefully and familiarise yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warn- ing notices in this manual. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or personal ®...
Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 24 Safety ........... 41 Opening and closing ......89 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 117 Lights and windscreen wipers ..133 Climate control ......... 149 Driving and parking ......179 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 7 Index Function/notes ......239 1, 2, 3 ... Important safety notes ....239 4ETS Parking .......... 241 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Towing a trailer ......239 tion System) ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 82 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Adaptive Brake Assist drive) ..........235 Function/notes ........
Page 8 Index Airbags Display message ......337 Display message ......328 Function/notes ......255 Authorised workshop Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ........52 see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Important safety guidelines ..... 51 Kneebag ........... 53 Display message ......332 Sidebag ..........
Page 9 Index Automatic transmission emer- ® BlueTEC gency running mode ......200 ® Topping up AdBlue ....... 204 Auxiliary heating/ventilation Bonnet Important safety notes ....172 Active bonnet (pedestrian protec- Problem (display message) .... 177 tion) ..........390 Remote control ......173 Closing ...........
Page 10 Index BAS ..........75 Plastic trim ........403 BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Reversing camera ......401 Assist ..........75 Roof lining ........404 Brake fluid (notes) ......475 Seat belt ........404 Display message ......315 Seat cover ........403 Driving tips ........
Page 11 Index Cockpit Controlling automatically ....159 Convenience opening/closing Overview .......... 32 Collapsible emergency spare (air-recirculation mode) ....165 wheel Cooling with air dehumidification .. 157 Demisting the windows ....163 see Emergency spare wheel COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Demisting the windscreen ..... 163 PLUS ECO start/stop function ....
Page 12 Driver's door Display message see Door Driving systems ......337 Driving abroad Display messages Mercedes-Benz Service ....396 ASSYST PLUS ........ 395 Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 134 Calling up (on-board computer) ..314 Driving Assistance package ..... 263 Engine ..........333 Driving on flooded roads ....
Page 13 Index Driving safety systems Driving on wet roads ...... 214 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..74 Fuel ..........211 ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......82 General .......... 211 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 79 Icy road surfaces ......215 Adaptive brake lights ....... 80 Limited braking efficiency on sal- BAS (Brake Assist System) ....
Page 14 Index Electronic Stability Program Notes on oil level/consumption ..392 Topping up ........392 ® see ESP (Electronic Stability Program) Viscosity ........474 Emergency Environmental protection Automatic measures after an acci- Returning an end-of-life vehicle ..24 dent ..........63 Emergency key ®...
Page 15 20) ............276 tivation system Generated electrical energy Operation ......... 54 (COMAND Online) ......276 Problems ......... 59 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 24 System self-test ....... 57 Glove compartment ......369 Fuel Additives ........471 Consumption information ....472 Consumption statistics ....299...
Page 16 Index Important safety notes ....295 Overview (instrument cluster) ..272 Setting the position ....... 310 Power display (electric motor) ..272 Storing settings (memory func- Problems ........282 tion) ..........131 Pulling away ........277 Switching on or off ......296 RBS (Recuperative Brake Sys- Switching the display on/off ..
Page 17 Index Instrument cluster Problem (malfunction) ..... 95 Overview .......... 34 Starting the engine ......183 Key positions Power display ........ 272 Warning and indicator lamps ... 35 Key ..........181 Instrument cluster lighting ....292 Start/Stop button ......181 KEYLESS-GO Intelligent Light System Convenience closing ......
Page 18 Setting exterior lighting ....134 Info call button ......385 Side lamps ........136 Roadside Assistance call button ..385 Turn signals ........137 Mercedes-Benz emergency call see Interior lighting system see Replacing bulbs Switch in the overhead control LIM indicator lamp panel ..........
Page 19 Index Notes/placing in the bracket ..386 Navigation menu ......300 Transmission output (maximum) ..466 Operating the TV ......304 Modifying the programming (key) ..92 Operating video DVD ..... 303 Operation ........294 MOExtended tyres ......408 Radio menu ........302 Motorway mode ........
Page 20 Index Position of exterior mirror, front- ® PRE-SAFE (preventive occupant passenger side ....... 129 safety system) Reversing camera ......244 Display message ......323 see PARKTRONIC ® PRE-SAFE Brake Parking aid Activating/deactivating ....309 Active Parking Assist ..... 239 Display message ......323 see Exterior mirrors Function/notes ........
Page 21 Index Setting the airflow ......162 Warning lamp ......... 359 Setting the temperature ....160 Warning lamp (function) ....45 Rear foglamp Rev counter ........293 Display message ......331 Reverse gear Switching on/off ......135 Engaging (manual transmission) ..191 Rear lamps Reversing camera see Lights...
Page 22 Index Settings Adjusting the height ......49 Cleaning ......... 404 Factory (on-board computer) ..313 Display message ......324 On-board computer ....... 307 Shifting to neutral (manual trans- Fastening ......... 49 Important safety guidelines ..... 47 mission) ..........191 Introduction ........47 Side lamps Rear seat belt status indicator ..
Page 23 Index Stowage well beneath the boot Variable ......... 219 SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- floor ............ 375 tem) Summer tyres Warning lamp ......... 282 In winter ........430 Start/Stop button Sun blind Starting the engine ......184 Rear side windows ......378 Start/stop function Sun visor ..........
Page 24 Index Tow-away protection Lights display message ....329 Activating ......... 86 Mounting dimensions ....477 Deactivating ........86 Parktronic ........236 Function ........... 86 Power supply ......... 287 Tow-starting Problem (fault) ....... 289 Emergency engine starting .... 424 Trailer loads ........478 Important safety notes ....
Page 25 Index Function/notes ......433 Registration ........28 General notes ........ 433 Securing from rolling away .... 439 Important safety notes ....434 Towing away ........420 Radio type approval for the tyre Transporting ........423 pressure monitor ......436 Unlocking (in an emergency) ... 98 Restarting ........
Page 26 Index Warnings Wiper blades Stickers ........... 42 Cleaning ......... 400 Washer fluid Important safety notes ....145 Display message ......349 Replacing ........145 Wheel and tyre combinations Replacing (windscreen) ....146 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- see Tyres Wheel bolt tightening torque ... 443 tions) ..........
Page 27 Mercedes-Benz recommends that You too can help to protect the environment you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for by operating your vehicle in an environmen- this purpose. tally-responsible manner.
Page 28 Therefore, evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use the equipment on your vehicle may differ from only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of that in the descriptions and illustrations. equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and...
Page 29 Introduction In situations like this, the body, the under- ried out, this could result in malfunctions or body, chassis parts, wheels or tyres could system failures. There is a risk of an accident. be damaged without the damage being visi- Always have the prescribed service/mainte- ble.
Page 30 Directive 1999/5/EC. requirements of the next emissions test dur- You can obtain further information from any ing the main inspection. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Electromagnetic compatibility Qualified specialist workshop The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehi- A qualified specialist workshop has the nec-...
Page 31 You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in Service Centre, for example. movement, lateral acceleration, accelera-...
Page 32 Copyright information General notes Information on licences for free and open- source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the fol- lowing website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ opensource...
Page 34: Table Of Contents
Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster ......34 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 36 Centre console ........37 Overhead control panel ...... 39 Door control panel ......40...
Page 35: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift Electric parking brake paddles Diagnostics connection Combination switch Opens the bonnet Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Control panel for: DIRECT SELECT lever Activating Steering Assist Activating Active Lane Climate control systems Keeping Assist Overhead control panel Deactivating PARKTRONIC...
Page 36 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch Climate control systems Opens the bonnet Combination switch Diagnostics connection Instrument cluster Electric parking brake Horn Ignition lock Start/Stop button DIRECT SELECT lever Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel gearshift paddles Cruise control lever Control panel for:...
Page 37 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Function Page Rev counter Speedometer Coolant temperature gauge Multifunction display Fuel gauge Information on the energy flow display and power display for electric motors in hybrid vehicles can be found in the "Hybrid drive"...
Page 38 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page J Brakes (yellow) ® å ESP 6 Restraint system ® ÷ ESP ü Seat belt · Distance warning K Main-beam head- Ð Power steering lamps #! Turn signals L Dipped-beam head- ! Electric parking brake lamps (yellow)
Page 39: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Calls up a main menu Audio 20/COMAND Online display; see the separate Selects a menu/submenu operating instructions or scrolls through lists Rejects or ends a call Confirms the selection Exits telephone book/ Hides display messages redial memory...
Page 40: Centre Console
Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Climate control systems Analogue clock £ Hazard warning Media button (see the sep- lamps arate operating instruc- tions) Vehicle functions/system settings button (see the Radio button (see the sep- separate operating instruc- arate operating instruc- tions)
Page 41 Centre console Centre console, lower section Vehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Stowage compartment u Rear window roller Ashtray sunblind Cigarette lighter É Sets the vehicle level Power socket AGILITY SELECT switch Cup holders Back button (see the sepa- Adjusts/mutes the volume rate operating instructions) (see the separate operating...
Page 42: Overhead Control Panel
Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- ï MB Info call button hand reading lamp on/off (Mercedes-Benz Contact) | Switches the auto- Spectacles compartment matic interior lighting con- 3 Opens/closes the trol on/off panorama sliding sunroof G SOS button...
Page 43: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = 7Zª\ Stores settings for the seat, Adjusts and folds the exte- exterior mirrors and steer- rior mirrors in/out electri- ing wheel cally Adjusts the seats electri- W Opens/closes the cally right side window...
Page 44 Useful information ......42 Hybrid vehicles ........42 Panic alarm .......... 44 Occupant safety ........44 Children in the vehicle ......63 Pets in the vehicle ....... 74 Driving safety systems ....... 74 Protection against theft ..... 85...
Page 45: Useful Information
Hybrid vehicles When towing a vehicle after an accident, be Useful information sure to observe the following sections: This Owner's Manual describes all mod- Transporting the vehicle ( page 423) els, series and optional equipment for your Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised vehicle that were available at the time of page 422) going to press.
Page 46: Hybrid Vehicles
Hybrid vehicles Get assistance from others if necessary. Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist The vehicle is locked automatically when the workshop. After an accident, immediately ignition is switched on and the wheels are switch the ignition off and remove the key turning.
Page 47: Panic Alarm
Occupant safety enables the recovery of kinetic energy (recu- WARNING peration). If the housing of the high-voltage battery has For further information on the RBS system been damaged, electrolyte and gases may page 269). leak out. These are poisonous and caustic. There is a risk of injury.
Page 48: Occupant Safety
119) accommodate a person with disabilities, con- As the driver, you must also make sure that tact an authorised Mercedes-Benz Centre. the steering wheel is also adjusted properly. Observe the information on the correct driv- er's seat position ( page 118).
Page 49 Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the There is an increased risk of serious or even front-passenger front airbag. fatal injuries. Have the restraint system checked and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON : lights up: the repaired immediately at a qualified specialist front-passenger front airbag is enabled.
Page 50 Occupant safety as on "Seat belts" ( page 47) and "Air- buckle on the co-driver's seat. Otherwise, bags" ( page 51). There you can also find the belt tensioner could be triggered in the information on the correct seat position. event of an accident and would have to be replaced.
Page 51 Observe the safety notes on the seat belt always secure the child in a child restraint page 47). system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz All vehicle occupants must be wearing the vehicle. The child restraint system must be seat belt correctly before beginning the jour- appropriate to the age, weight and size of ney.
Page 52 Occupant safety between the vehicle occupant and seat automatically; see "Belt adjustment" belt. page 50). objects are never secured with a seat belt if If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder the seat belt is also being used by one of the section of the seat belt to tighten the belt vehicle's occupants.
Page 53 Occupant safety mechanism. This could damage the door, separate COMAND Online or Audio 20 oper- the door trim panel and the seat belt. Dam- ating instructions. aged seat belts can no longer fulfil their protective function and must be replaced. Belt warning for the driver and front Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 54 Occupant safety If a rear seat passenger unfastens their seat seat is in an almost upright position. The belt when travelling at a speed above centre of the head restraint must support 25 km/h, a short warning tone also sounds. the head at about eye level.
Page 55 Occupant safety Front airbags Objects in the vehicle interior may pre- vent the airbag from functioning cor- ! Do not place heavy objects on the front- rectly. Before starting your journey and to passenger seat. This could cause the sys- avoid risks resulting from the speed of the tem to identify the seat as being occupied.
Page 56 You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the corresponding seats by Mercedes-Benz. Windowbags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
Page 57 Occupant safety In the event of a side impact, the windowbag child restraint system must not touch the roof is deployed on the side on which the impact or be put under strain by the head restraint. occurs. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly.
Page 58 Occupant safety criteria are met, the front-passenger front into contact with the vehicle's interior, espe- airbag is deployed. cially if the person is sitting too close to the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ; lights up: the dashboard. This poses an increased risk of front-passenger front airbag is disabled.
Page 59 Occupant safety indicates that the front-passenger front air- WARNING bag is enabled. The result of the classifica- If you secure a child in a forward-facing child tion is dependent on, among other factors, restraint system on the front-passenger seat the child restraint system and the child's and you position the front-passenger seat too build.
Page 60 Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The board. This poses an increased risk of injury or front-passenger seat should only be repaired even fatal injury.
Page 61 Occupant safety always rest on the seat cushion of the front- passenger seat. The backrest of the forwards- facing child restraint system must, as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the rear reclining seat. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's instal- lation instructions.
Page 62 Have the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation person with a build cor- system checked as soon as possible at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- responding to that of an vice Centre. adult.
Page 63 The seat belt tensioners in the rear compart- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have ment are triggered independently of the lock the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist status of the seat belts.
Page 64 Occupant safety injuries. The front airbag is fully deployed if If the restraint system control unit detects a the second deployment stage is activated side impact or if the vehicle overturns, the within a few milliseconds. applicable components of the restraint sys- tem are activated independently of each The activation threshold for the seat belt ten- other depending on the apparent type of acci-...
Page 65 Occupant safety seat is adjusted if it is in an unfavourable ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant position. protection) If the hazardous situation passes without Introduction ® resulting in an accident, PRE-SAFE slackens the belt pre-tensioning. All settings made by ® PRE-SAFE takes pre-emptive measures to ®...
Page 66: Children In The Vehicle
Children in the vehicle Function vehicles with the Mercedes-Benz emer- gency call system: automatic emergency ® PRE-SAFE PLUS intervenes in certain situa- call tions if the radar sensor system detects an vehicles with the hybrid drive system: the imminent head-on or rear-end collision.
Page 67 ( page 68). a load in an accident cannot perform their For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- intended protective function. In the event of mends that you only use a child restraint sys- an accident, sharp braking or a sudden...
Page 68 ( page 66). Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte- rior and on the child restraint system. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems ISOFIX securing rings recommended by Mercedes-Benz. You can...
Page 69 General notes Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than chil- dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat.
Page 70 Children in the vehicle Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the front airbag deactivation system: if it is abso- CHILD can occur. lutely necessary to fit a child restraint system If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp to the front-passenger seat, always observe is lit, the front-passenger front airbag is ena- the information on "Automatic front-...
Page 71 Children in the vehicle Always observe the information on suitable of the child restraint system is not possible positioning of the child restraint system due to possible contact with the roof. page 68) in addition to the child restraint "Universal" category child restraint systems system manufacturer's installation and oper- can be recognised by their orange approval ating instructions.
Page 72 Children in the vehicle guide on the child restraint system Legend for the table: page 68). Seat which is unsuitable for children in Move the front-passenger seat as far back this weight category as possible and fully retract the seat cush- Suitable for child restraint systems in the ion length.
Page 73 Children in the vehicle Rear seats Legend for the table: ISOFIX position that is not suitable for Weight cat- Left, right Centre ISOFIX child restraint systems in this egories weight category and/or size category. Category 0: U, L U (♦), L (♦) IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child up to 10 kg seat securing systems that belong to the...
Page 74 ( page 68). Approval number 03 301133 You can obtain further information about the (E1 ...) 04 301133 correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Order number 970 16 00 (A 000 ...) Colour code: 9H95...
Page 75 Children in the vehicle Weight category II/III: 15 to 36 kg; Type BABY SAFE plus – approximately 4 to 12 years Approval num- 03 301146 – Manufacturer Britax Römer ber (E1 ...) 04 301146 Type KIDFIX Order number B6 6 86 8224 –...
Page 76 Children in the vehicle Always activate the child-proof locks and Never leave children unattended in the vehi- override feature if children are travelling in the cle. vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never Child-proof locks for the rear doors leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Page 77: Pets In The Vehicle
Driving safety systems er's door. If indicator lamp : is off, oper- EBD (electronic brake force distribution) ation is possible using the switches in the page 82) rear compartment. ADAPTIVE BRAKE ( page 82) ® PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 82) STEER CONTROL ( page 85) Pets in the vehicle...
Page 78: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems Important safety notes Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 74). tion ( page 74). WARNING WARNING If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance braking.
Page 79 Driving safety systems brake system is still available with complete a narrow vehicle travelling in front, e.g. a brake boosting effect and BAS. motorcycle a vehicle travelling in front on a different Observe the restrictions described in the line "Important safety notes" section vehicles quickly moving into the radar sen- page 76).
Page 80 Driving safety systems When driving at a speed above 30 km/h: if with the vehicle in front or reduce the effects of such a collision. you depress the brake pedal sharply, BAS PLUS automatically increases the brake pres- If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS sure to a degree suited to the traffic situation.
Page 81 Driving safety systems cient. The · distance warning lamp WARNING then lights up in the instrument cluster. The distance warning function does not react: of approximately 7 km/h or more, if you to people or animals rapidly approach a vehicle in front. An inter- to oncoming vehicles mittent warning tone will then sound and to crossing traffic...
Page 82 Driving safety systems Vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS: the auton- tions may also cause Brake Assist to inter- vene. omous braking function is available in the fol- lowing speed ranges: If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a malfunction in the radar sensor system, the 7 - 200 km/h for moving objects brake system remains available with full 7 - 50 km/h for stationary objects...
Page 83 Driving safety systems Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi- Adaptive brake lamps vidually if they spin. This enables you to pull The adaptive brake lights warn following traf- away and accelerate on slippery surfaces, for fic in an emergency braking situation: example if the road surface is slippery on one by flashing brake lamps side.
Page 84 Driving safety systems ® Characteristics of ESP ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- lowing situations: General notes when using snow chains If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before in deep snow ® beginning the journey, ESP is automatically on sand or gravel active.
Page 85 Driving safety systems ® Important safety notes trailer stabilisation ® Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP General notes deactivated or disabled because of a mal- If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to function. ® ® lurch, ESP assists you in this situation. ESP slows the vehicle down by braking and limit- ing the engine output until the vehicle/trailer EBD (electronic brake force distribu-...
Page 86 Driving safety systems ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available for vehi- ® In these cases, PRE-SAFE Brake may: cles with the Driving Assistance package. give an unnecessary warning and then ® For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when driv- brake the vehicle ing, the radar sensor system and the camera neither give a warning nor intervene system must be switched on and operational.
Page 87 Driving safety systems Function Detection by the radar sensor system is also impaired in the event of: To activate/deactivate: activate or deac- dirt on the sensors or obscured sensors ® tivate PRE-SAFE Brake in the on-board interference by other radar sources computer ( page 309).
Page 88: Protection Against Theft
Protection against theft To activate with the key: remove the key ® The braking action of PRE-SAFE Brake is from the ignition lock. ended automatically if: To activate with KEYLESS-GO start- you manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle function or KEYLESS-GO: switch the igni- there is no longer a risk of collision tion off and open the driver's door.
Page 89 Protection against theft To turn the alarm off with the key: press if the vehicle is jacked up on one side, for example. the % or & button on the key. The alarm is switched off. Priming Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-func- Make sure that: tion or KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/ the doors are closed...
Page 90 Protection against theft the side windows are closed the sliding sunroof or the panorama slid- ing sunroof is closed there are no objects, e.g. mascots, hang- ing on the rear-view mirror or on the grab handles on the roof trim This will prevent false alarms.
Page 92 Useful information ......90 Key ............90 Doors ............ 96 Boot ............ 101 Side windows ........106 Sliding sunroof ........110...
Page 93: Useful Information
Useful information WARNING If you leave children unattended in the vehi- This Owner's Manual describes all mod- cle, they may be able to set the vehicle in els, series and optional equipment for your motion if, for example, they: vehicle that were available at the time of release the parking brake going to press.
Page 94 A check which periodically establishes a radio When the locator lighting is activated via connection between the vehicle and the key COMAND Online or Audio 20, it lights up determines whether a valid key is in the vehi- when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked cle.
Page 95 when the external door handles are KEYLESS-GO start function touched Bear in mind that the engine can be started by during convenience closing any of the vehicle occupants if there is a key in the vehicle. Changing the settings of the locking system You can change the settings of the locking system.
Page 96 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Push release catch : in the direction of the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist the arrow and at the same time, remove workshop.
Page 97 Checking the battery opens. When doing so, do not hold battery compartment cover : shut. Remove battery compartment cover :. Press the & or % button. The battery is working properly if battery check lamp : lights up briefly. Repeatedly tap the key against your palm The battery is discharged if battery check until battery = falls out.
Page 98 Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the key battery ( page 94) and replace it if necessary using the key.
Page 99 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the key. Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 416).
Page 100: Doors
Doors The doors can then be opened from the inside proof locks ( page 73). The anti-theft alarm after the vehicle has been locked from the system is triggered if the door is opened from outside. The anti-theft alarm system is trig- the inside.
Page 101 Doors To unlock: press button :. Automatic locking feature To lock: press button ;. If the front-passenger door is closed, the vehicle locks. This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the key or KEYLESS-GO.
Page 102 Doors Insert the tip of the emergency key element Insert the emergency key element into into the slit on the cover of the driver's door opening : in the protective cap. lock and turn it until the cover is released. Pull and hold the door handle.
Page 103 Doors Make sure that the doors and the boot lid Locking the vehicle (emergency key are locked. element) Hold the cover over the lock of the driver's If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the door with the thicker end towards the front key or KEYLESS-GO, use the emergency key of the vehicle and press to secure.
Page 104: Boot
Boot Turn the emergency key element back and The opening dimensions on the boot lid can remove it. be found in the "Vehicle data" section page 476). Insert the emergency key element into the key ( page 93). You can limit the opening angle of the Make sure that the doors and the boot lid boot lid in COMAND Online or Audio 20 are locked.
Page 105 Boot Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: it is Opening/closing automatically from also possible to stop the closing process by the outside performing a kicking movement under the Important safety notes rear bumper. WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped dur- Opening/closing from the outside ing automatic closing of the boot lid.
Page 106 Boot Closing ! If the key is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situa- tions, for example, could lead to the boot lid opening unintentionally: using a car wash using a high-pressure cleaner Make sure that the key is at least 3 m away from the vehicle.
Page 107 Boot erwise, the sensors may not function cor- To stop the opening or closing procedure: rectly. move your foot in sensor detection HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function range : under the bumper, or when the engine is started. pull the handle on the outside of the boot lid If a KEYLESS-GO key is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS-GO, HANDS- press the closing button in the boot lid or...
Page 108 Boot ! The boot lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the boot lid. The opening dimensions of the boot lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section page 476). Opening and closing Activating the function to lock the boot sep- arately: Close the boot lid.
Page 109 Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehi- cle.
Page 110: Side Windows
Side windows Convenience opening feature General notes Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS- GO start function: you can ventilate the vehi- cle before you start driving. If the key is in the immediate vicinity to the vehicle, the convenience opening function is available.
Page 111 Side windows ating. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS- GO start function: if the key is in the imme- diate vicinity to the vehicle, the convenience closing function is available.
Page 112 Side windows If the side window opens again slightly: Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side win- dow is completely closed ( page 106). Hold the switch for an additional second. If the corresponding side window remains closed after the button has been released, the side window has been reset correctly.
Page 113 Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 114: Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof ! Only open the panorama sliding sunroof if during resetting it is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal- when closing the sliding sunroof again man- functions may occur. ually immediately after automatic reversing Do not allow anything to protrude from the This means that the reversing function cannot sliding sunroof.
Page 115 Sliding sunroof or close the sun protection cover manually Make sure that the sliding sunroof can be when the sliding sunroof is raised or closed. fully opened and closed again page 111). You can continue to operate the sliding sun- roof after switching off the engine or remov- If this is not the case, repeat the steps ing the key.
Page 116 3 switch in direction :. can raise the panorama sliding sunroof. If a The "Rain-closing feature when driving" func- roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz tion is deactivated, until you: makes contact with the panorama sliding press or pull the 3 switch in any direc-...
Page 117 Sliding sunroof If you press or pull the 3 switch beyond WARNING the point of resistance, automatic operation The reversing feature especially does not is started in the corresponding direction. You react to soft, light and thin objects, such as can stop automatic operation by pressing or small fingers.
Page 118 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing function is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
Page 120 Useful information ......118 Correct driver's seat position ..118 Seats ..........119 Steering wheel ........125 Mirrors ..........127 Memory function ....... 130...
Page 121: Useful Information
Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 119). Make sure that seat = is correctly adjus- This Owner's Manual describes all mod- ted. els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of Manual and electrical seat adjustment going to press.
Page 122: Seats
Seats The seat belt should: This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. fit snugly across your body Always make sure that the driver's seat is be routed across the middle of your shoul- engaged before starting the engine.
Page 123 Seats Adjusting the seats manually and abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This electrically poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Adjusting the front seat Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always ensure that the backrest Vehicles without the seating comfort is in an almost vertical position and that the package...
Page 124 Seats Adjusting the seat fore-and-aft Seat cushion angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Vehicles without the seating comfort package Further related subjects: Lift handle = and slide the seat forwards You can store the seat settings using the or rearwards. memory function ( page 131).
Page 125 Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Adjusting the head restraints electri- manually cally To adjust the head restraint height: slide the switch for the head restraint adjust- ment ( page 121) up or down in the direc- tion of the arrow. Adjusting the rear seat head restraint height To raise: pull the head restraint up to the...
Page 126 Seats Release the rear seat backrest and fold it temperatures may be affected or they may slightly forwards ( page 372). even suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of To remove: pull the head restraint up to injury. the stop. Therefore, do not switch on the seat heating repeatedly.
Page 127 Seats Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 128: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
Page 129 Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- WARNING cally If children activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea- ture, they can become trapped, particularly when unattended. There is a risk of injury. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Page 130: Mirrors
Mirrors The most recent driving position of the steer- Mirrors ing wheel is stored if: Rear-view mirror the ignition is switched off the setting is stored using the memory function ( page 131) The steering wheel only moves upwards if it has not already reached the upper steer- ing limiter.
Page 131 Mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in/out elec- trically Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 181). lock ( page 181).
Page 132 Mirrors the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as if electrolyte comes into contact with skin soon as you lock the vehicle from the out- or eyes or is swallowed, seek medical atten- side tion immediately. the exterior mirrors fold out automatically immediately change out of clothing that has again as soon as you unlock the vehicle been in contact with electrolyte.
Page 133 Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition ting lock ( page 181). Press button = for the exterior mirror on Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition the front-passenger side.
Page 134: Memory Function
Memory function Calling up a stored setting WARNING If children activate the memory function, they Press and hold the relevant storage posi- could become trapped, especially if they are tion button 1, 2 or 3 until the unattended. There is a risk of injury. seat When leaving the vehicle, always take the key steering wheel...
Page 136 Useful information ......134 Exterior lighting ........ 134 Interior lighting ......... 140 Replacing bulbs (vehicles with LED headlamps) ........141 Replacing bulbs (vehicles with hal- ogen headlamps) ....... 142 Windscreen wipers ......145...
Page 137: Useful Information
"extended range foglamps" functions are not available. Exterior lighting General notes Setting the exterior lighting For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Setting options mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun- Exterior lighting can be set by:...
Page 138: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Ã is the preferred light switch setting. The Side lamps, licence plate and instru- light setting is automatically selected accord- ment cluster lighting ing to the brightness of the ambient light Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã (exception: poor visibility due to weather con- led by the light sensor ditions such as fog, snow or spray): Dipped-beam/main-beam head-...
Page 139 Exterior lighting Adjusting the headlamp range (halogen Press the R button. headlamps) The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. To switch off the rear foglamp: press the R button. The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
Page 140 Exterior lighting If Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active, it con- Combination switch trols activation and deactivation of the main- Turn signals beam headlamps ( page 139). Headlamp flasher To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =.
Page 141 Exterior lighting Cornering light function Intelligent Light System General notes The Intelligent Light System is a system that adjusts the headlamps automatically to suit the prevailing driving and weather conditions. It offers advanced functions for improved illu- mination of the road surface, e.g. depending on the vehicle speed or weather conditions.
Page 142 Exterior lighting Not active: if you are driving at speeds below With Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus, you can automatically switch between dipped-beam, 80 km/h following activation partial main-beam and main-beam head- lamps. Extended range foglamps Partial main-beam illumination is a form of illumination whereby the main beam is direc- ted past other road users.
Page 143: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take If you are driving at speeds below approx- into account road, weather or traffic condi- imately 25 km/h or the roads are ade- tions. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is only quately illuminated: an aid.
Page 144: Replacing Bulbs (Vehicles With Led Headlamps)
Replacing bulbs (vehicles with LED headlamps) The interior lighting is activated for a short u Switches the rear interior lighting time when the key is removed from the igni- on/off tion lock. This delayed switch-off can be p Switches the right-hand front read- adjusted using COMAND Online or Audio 20 ing lamp on/off (see the separate operating instructions).
Page 145 Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halo- Overview of bulb replacement – bulbs gen headlamps) You can replace the following bulbs. The details for the bulb type can be found in the Important safety notes legend. WARNING Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can become very hot during use.
Page 146: Replacing Bulbs (Vehicles With Halogen Headlamps)
Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) Turn housing cover : anti-clockwise and Replacing the front bulbs pull it out. Fitting/removing the cover on the front Turn bulb holder ; anti-clockwise and pull wheel arch it out. Take the bulb out of bulb holder ;. Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;.
Page 147 Replacing bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlamps) Turn signals You must open the side trim panel in the boot before you can replace the bulbs in the tail lamps. To open: release right or left side trim panel : at the top and fold it down in the direction of the arrow.
Page 148: Windscreen Wipers
Windscreen wipers Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder. Insert the bulb holder again. Turn wing nut : 90° clockwise. Insert the connector. Close the side trim panel ( page 144). Windscreen wipers Switching the windscreen wipers on/ $ Windscreen wipers off Ä...
Page 149 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Hold onto the wiper arm with one hand.
Page 150 Windscreen wipers Fitting the wiper blades Insert the new wiper blade into the wiper arm in the direction of arrow :. Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = until it engages in the locking position with a noticeable click. Make sure that wiper blade is seated cor- rectly.
Page 151 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windscreen are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the key from the ignition lock.
Page 152 Useful information ......150 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 150 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 156 Adjusting the air vents ..... 177...
Page 153: Useful Information
Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period Useful information during warm weather, e.g. using the con- venience opening feature ( page 107). This Owner's Manual describes all mod- This will speed up the cooling process and els, series and optional equipment for your the desired interior temperature will be vehicle that were available at the time of...
Page 154 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMATIC automatic climate control (2-zone) Vehicles with auxiliary heating To set the temperature, left ( page 160) To set the air distribution ( page 161) To set the airflow ( page 162) To switch the climate control off ( page 156) To set climate control to automatic mode (...
Page 155 Overview of climate control systems Vehicles without auxiliary heating To set the temperature, left ( page 160) To set the air distribution ( page 161) To set the airflow ( page 162) To switch the climate control off ( page 156) To set climate control to automatic mode ( page 159) To demist the windscreen (...
Page 156 Overview of climate control systems AGILITY SELECT switch You can choose between various drive pro- grams with the AGILITY SELECT switch. Manual transmission ( page 191) Automatic transmission ( page 197) If you have selected drive program E, the cli- mate control switches to Eco mode.
Page 157 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control (3-zone) Vehicles with auxiliary heating Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 160) To set the air distribution, left ( page 161) To set the airflow ( page 162) To switch the climate control off ( page 156)
Page 158: Overview Of Climate Control Systems
Overview of climate control systems Vehicles without auxiliary heating Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 160) To set the air distribution, left ( page 161) To set the airflow ( page 162) To switch the climate control off ( page 156) To set climate control to automatic mode ( page 159)
Page 159 Operating the climate control system mode. If necessary, activate this function function by pressing the ECO button page 157). page 187). Set the temperature to 22 †. Hybrid vehicles Only use the windscreen demisting func- tion briefly until the windscreen is clear The cooling with air dehumidification function again.
Page 160: Operating The Climate Control System
Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating To switch off: press the t/! rocker switch up or down. THERMATIC automatic climate control The Audio 20/COMAND Online climate To activate: press the ¿ rocker switch control menu opens. up or down. Deactivate the climate control using the The indicator lamp above the rocker switch air-conditioning function bar;...
Page 161 Operating the climate control system THERMOTRONIC automatic climate con- trol with auxiliary heating You can activate or deactivate the cooling with air dehumidification function using Audio 20/COMAND Online; see the separate operating instructions.
Page 162 Operating the climate control system Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions THERMOTRONIC The cooling with air dehumidification function has been deactiva- with auxiliary heat- ted due to a malfunction. ing: cooling with air Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 163 Operating the climate control system Automatic control In automatic mode you can select the follow- ing airflow settings for the driver's and front- Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition passenger areas: lock ( page 181). FOCUS high airflow that is set slightly Set the desired temperature using the cooler w rocker switch on the front control...
Page 164 Operating the climate control system Setting the temperature in the rear com- You can select different temperature settings partment using the rear control panel for the driver's and front-passenger sides as well as for the rear compartment. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 181).
Page 165 Operating the climate control system Press and hold the _ button upwards Audio 20/COMAND Online operating until the desired position is reached. instructions. The airflow setting for the front area is adopted for the rear compartment. Set the air distribution using Audio 20/ COMAND Online;...
Page 166 Operating the climate control system THERMATIC automatic climate control air distribution to the windscreen and with auxiliary heating front side windows Activate/deactivate the synchronisation air-recirculation mode off function using Audio 20/COMAND Online; If necessary, the "Cooling with air dehu- see the separate operating instructions). midification"...
Page 167 Operating the climate control system Windows misted up on the outside Activate the windscreen wipers. Switch on automatic mode using the Ã rocker switch. If you clean the windows regularly, they do not mist up so quickly. Rear window heating General notes The rear window heating has a high current draw.
Page 168 Operating the climate control system Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window heat- The battery has not been sufficiently charged. ing has switched off Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 169 Operating the climate control system 3 switch to open/close the sliding sun- When opening, make sure that nobody is roof/panorama sliding sunroof. touching the side window. If someone The sliding sunroof/panorama sliding sun- becomes trapped, press the W switch roof stops. immediately to open/close the side window To then open the sliding sunroof/pano- in the door.
Page 170 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating tally responsible recycling system. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock or remove it ( page 181). Dispose of full perfume vials in an environmentally To activate: press the ! rocker switch responsible manner and up or down.
Page 171 If you refill an empty perfume vial, observe the separate information sheet attached to the vial. ! If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- ers' safety notices on the perfume packag- ing.
Page 172 Operating the climate control system Problems with the perfume atomiser Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The vehicle interior is The perfume vial has not been pushed into the holder as far as it not perfumed although will go. the perfume atomiser is Slide the perfume vial into the holder as far as it will go.
Page 173 Operating the climate control system To activate pre-entry climate control: unlock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS- The air-conditioning functions are activated for up to 120 seconds for preheating and for up to 60 seconds for pre-cooling. The pre-entry climate control switches off automatically when the engine is started.
Page 174 Operating the climate control system Problems with the pre-entry climate control Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The pre-entry climate The charge status of the high-voltage battery is under the specified control cannot be minimum charge status. switched on or has Start the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.
Page 175 Operating the climate control system Problems with remote activation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Remote activation can- Remote activation was started more than three times when the not be switched on or engine was switched off. has switched itself off. Switch on the engine and let it run for more than ten seconds.
Page 176 Operating the climate control system Switching the auxiliary heating/venti- iliary heating could switch from ventilation lation on/off using the centre console mode to heating mode or from heating mode rocker switch to ventilation mode. The auxiliary heating switches off when the The colours of the indicator lamps in the engine is switched off.
Page 177 Operating the climate control system Store the remote control for the auxiliary To switch on: press and hold the u heating so that the auxiliary heating cannot button. be switched on unintentionally. In particular, ON ON is shown in the remote control display. ensure that the remote control for the auxili- To switch off: press and hold the ^ ary heating is kept out of the reach of chil-...
Page 178 Operating the climate control system Briefly press the u button. A departure time has Press the , or . button repeatedly been activated. The aux- until the time to be changed appears in the iliary ventilation is cur- display. rently activated. The number in the display Press the u and ^ buttons simulta- neously.
Page 179 Operating the climate control system Slide battery cover ; in the opposite direc- Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If tion to the arrow on the remote control until a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention it engages. immediately.
Page 180: Adjusting The Air Vents
Adjusting the air vents Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¨ The signal transmission between the transmitter and the vehicle is FAIL faulty. Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if necessary.
Page 181 Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the centre air vents Vehicles with THERMATIC automatic climate con- trol To open/close: turn thumbwheel ?, A or B to the left or right as far as it will go. To adjust the air direction: hold centre air vent :, ;...
Page 182 Useful information ......180 Running-in notes ....... 180 Driving ..........180 Manual transmission ......190 Automatic transmission ....193 Refuelling ........... 200 Parking ..........207 Driving tips ........211 Driving systems ........ 216 Hybrid operation ....... 269 Towing a trailer ......... 283...
Page 183: Useful Information
Driving Do not shift down a gear manually in order Useful information to brake. Vehicles with automatic transmission: try This Owner's Manual describes all mod- to avoid depressing the accelerator pedal els, series and optional equipment for your beyond the point of resistance (kickdown). vehicle that were available at the time of going to press.
Page 184 Driving Ignition (power supply for all consumers) boosting effect. You will require considerably and drive position more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. Starting the engine Do not switch off the ignition while driving. If the key does not belong to the vehicle, it can still be turned in the ignition lock.
Page 185 Driving If you lock the vehicle with the key's remote To switch on the ignition: press Start/ control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a short Stop button : twice. time: The ignition is switched on. The power supply is switched off again if: you will not be able to switch on the ignition with the Start/Stop button the driver's door is opened and...
Page 186 Driving General notes Starting the engine Vehicles with a petrol engine: the catalytic Important safety notes converter is preheated for up to 30 seconds WARNING after a cold start. The sound of the engine may change during this time. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: Manual transmission open doors, thereby endangering other per-...
Page 187 Driving If the engine will not start: Pulling away Remove the key from the ignition lock. Manual transmission Reinsert the key into the ignition lock after ! Change gear in good time and avoid spin- a short waiting period. ning the wheels. Otherwise, you could dam- Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition age the vehicle.
Page 188 Driving Depress the brake pedal and keep it Press and hold handle :. depressed. The electric parking brake continues to brake and prevent the vehicle from rolling Shift the transmission to position D or R. backwards. Release the brake pedal. The red ! indicator lamp in the instru- Carefully depress the accelerator pedal.
Page 189 Driving Automatic engine switch-off ECO start/stop function Introduction General notes The ECO start/stop function is operational The ECO start/stop function switches the and the è ECO symbol is shown in green in engine off automatically if the vehicle is stop- the multifunction display, if: ped under certain conditions.
Page 190 Driving Vehicles with automatic transmission The ECO start/stop function switches off the engine automatically at low speeds. The engine is started automatically if: Brake the vehicle. you switch to drive program S+ Shift to neutral N (follow gearshift instruc- in transmission position D or N, the brake tion : to shift into neutral N, if necessary).
Page 191 Driving then not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops. Selecting drive program S+ deactivates the ECO start/stop function. If you press ECO button :, the ECO start/stop function is activated.
Page 192 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 232) or DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 222). Try to start the engine again ( page 183).
Page 193 Manual transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Vehicles with a petrol There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical engine: component of the engine management system. The engine is not run- Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. ning smoothly and is Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic con- misfiring.
Page 194: Manual Transmission
Manual transmission C 180 BlueEFFICIENCY Edition: in drive Shifting to neutral N program E the accelerator pedal also trans- mits double pulses. Additional information for drive programs ( page 192). AGILITY SELECT switch Use the AGILITY SELECT switch to change the drive program.
Page 195 Manual transmission Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) Push AGILITY SELECT switch : up or down until the desired drive program is selected. Drive program S+ is characterised by the fol- The selected drive program appears in the lowing: multifunction display. After five seconds the vehicle exhibits extremely sporty driv- the display goes out and the status icon of ing characteristics...
Page 196: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Important safety notes Overview of transmission positions 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.
Page 197 Automatic transmission Neutral Children could also set the vehicle in motion, for example by: Drive releasing the parking brake Push the DIRECT SELECT lever in the direc- tion of arrow P. shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P Engaging park position P automatically starting the engine.
Page 198 Automatic transmission With the Start/Stop button: The current transmission position and drive program appear in the multifunction display. Switch the ignition on. The arrows in the transmission position dis- Depress the brake pedal and keep it play show how and into which transmission depressed.
Page 199 Automatic transmission Double-clutch function Neutral When shifting down, the double-clutch func- Do not shift the transmission to N tion is active regardless of the currently selec- while driving. Otherwise, the auto- ted drive program. The double-clutch function matic transmission could be dam- reduces load change reactions and is condu- aged.
Page 200 Automatic transmission This also applies if cruise control, the display goes out and the status icon of DISTRONIC PLUS or SPEEDTRONIC are the selected drive program appears. activated. In addition, the current drive program set- tings are displayed in the Audio 20/ COMAND Online display.
Page 201 Automatic transmission Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) sooner. The vehicle is driven in the low engine speed range and the wheels are less Drive program S+ is characterised by the fol- likely to spin. lowing: the vehicle exhibits extremely sporty driv- Drive program E (Eco) ing characteristics Drive program E is characterised by the fol-...
Page 202 Automatic transmission Gearshift recommendation Using the steering wheel gearshift paddles, you can temporarily change gear yourself. The transmission must be in position D. Activating Shift the transmission to position D. Pull the left or right steering wheel gearshift paddle ( page 198).
Page 203 Refuelling Problems with the 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 work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 204: Refuelling
Refuelling ! Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a vapours. Keep fuels out of the reach of chil- diesel engine. Do not switch on the ignition dren. if you accidentally refuel with the wrong If you or others come into contact with fuel, fuel.
Page 205 Refuelling Opening the fuel filler flap Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly. Close the fuel filler flap. Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. To open the fuel filler flap To insert the fuel filler cap Tyre pressure table Fuel type to be refuelled...
Page 206 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and 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. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
Page 207 Further information about BlueTEC exhaust ® gas aftertreatment and about AdBlue ® When the AdBlue supply drops to a mini- be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service mum, the Refill Refill AdBlue AdBlue No No start start in in X X Centre.
Page 208 Refuelling nose and throat. You may also experience ® AdBlue residue crystallises after a certain coughing and watery eyes. amount of time and soils the affected sur- faces. Do not inhale any ammonia vapours that may ® be released. Only fill the AdBlue tank in well- ! AdBlue ®...
Page 209 ; with the cap. ® AdBlue refill canisters are available at many filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service ® Centre. AdBlue refill canisters are often sold with a filler hose. A filler hose that does not ®...
Page 210 : again. Important safety notes ® AdBlue refill bottles are available at many filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service WARNING Centre. Refill bottles without a threaded seal Flammable material such as leaves, grass or offer no protection against overfilling.
Page 211 Parking Switching off the engine boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk Important safety notes of an accident. Do not switch off the ignition while driving. WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu- WARNING tral position N when you switch off the engine.
Page 212: Parking
Parking If you want the automatic transmission to Electric parking brake remain in neutral N, e.g. when having the General notes vehicle cleaned in an automatic car wash with a towing system: WARNING With the key: If you leave children unattended in the vehi- Switch the ignition on.
Page 213 Parking Applying/releasing manually there is a system malfunction the power supply is insufficient the vehicle is stationary for a lengthy period The red ! indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. The electric parking brake is not automati- cally applied if the engine is switched off by the ECO start/stop function.
Page 214: Driving Tips
Driving tips Emergency braking Driving tips The vehicle can also be braked during an General driving tips emergency by using the electric parking Important safety notes brake. While driving, push handle : of the elec- WARNING trical parking brake ( page 209).
Page 215 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with an inner and outer area. The sections correspond to the following three categories: Acceleration (evaluation of all acceleration processes): the outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green: mod- erate acceleration, especially at higher speeds the outer area empties and the...
Page 216 Driving tips time, the driver has adopted the most eco- Brakes nomical driving style for the selected settings Important safety notes and prevailing conditions. The ECO display border lights up. WARNING The ECO display does not indicate the actual If you shift down on a slippery road surface in fuel consumption.
Page 217 Wet road surfaces brake pads/linings that have been If you have driven for a long time in heavy rain approved by Mercedes-Benz or that are of without braking, there may be a delayed reac- an equivalent standard of quality tion from the brakes when braking for the first Other brake discs or brake pads/linings can time.
Page 218 Driving tips avoid sudden steering movements window on the side of the vehicle that is not brake carefully facing into the wind. Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified Driving on flooded roads specialist workshop at the onset of winter. ! Bear in mind that vehicles travelling in You should drive particularly carefully on slip- front or in the opposite direction create...
Page 219 Driving systems lane. Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Do not use cruise control: Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive stands for in road and traffic conditions which do not innovative driver assistance and safety sys- allow you to maintain a constant speed tems which enhance comfort and support the (e.g.
Page 220: Driving Systems
Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control speed lever indicates which system you have selec- ted: LIM indicator lamp off: cruise control is selected. LIM indicator lamp on: variable SPEED- TRONIC is selected. When you activate cruise control, the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for five seconds.
Page 221 Driving systems Release the cruise control lever. vehicle could decelerate unexpectedly. There The new speed is stored. is a risk of an accident. To adjust the set speed in 1 km/h incre- Pay attention to the road and traffic condi- ments: briefly press the cruise control tions before calling up the stored speed.
Page 222 Driving systems Cruise control is automatically deactivated if: You can set a variable or permanent limit speed: you apply the electric parking brake variable for speed limits, e.g. in built-up you are driving at less than 30 km/h areas ® ®...
Page 223 Driving systems The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control You can use the cruise control lever to limit lever indicates which system you have selec- the speed to any speed above 30 km/h while ted: the engine is running. Briefly press the cruise control lever up : LIM indicator lamp off: cruise control or or down ;.
Page 224 Driving systems Setting a speed drive slower than the stored speed without kickdown set a new speed or call up the last speed stored again SPEEDTRONIC passive SPEEDTRONIC passive message in the multifunction display disappears. Deactivating variable SPEEDTRONIC It is not possible to deactivate variable SPEEDTRONIC by braking.
Page 225 Driving systems You cannot exceed the stored limit speed, As a result, DISTRONIC PLUS may neither give even if you depress the accelerator pedal warnings nor intervene in such situations. beyond the pressure point (kickdown). There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake.
Page 226 Driving systems Cruise control lever in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time, and for staying in lane. Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: 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 smooth or slippery roads.
Page 227 Driving systems If it is off, DISTRONIC PLUS is already selec- Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards ted. you ; or press it up : or down =. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. If it is not, press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow ;.
Page 228 Driving systems The vehicle can also pull away when it is facing an unidentified obstacle or is driving on a different line from another vehicle. The vehicle then brakes automatically. There is a risk of an accident. Be ready to brake at all times.
Page 229 Driving systems Road and traffic conditions Stopping WARNING When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply. DISTRONIC PLUS has been deactivated with the cruise control lever, e.g.
Page 230 Driving systems Setting the specified minimum distance a system fault occurs the power supply is insufficient You can set the specified minimum distance If a malfunction occurs, then the transmission for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span may also be shifted into position P automat- between one and two seconds.
Page 231 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the instru- Select the Assistance graphic Assistance graphic function ment cluster using the on-board computer page 306). Displays in the speedometer Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, segments between the speed of the vehicle in DISTRONIC PLUS active (text only front : and stored speed ;...
Page 232 Driving systems Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS There are several ways to deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS: General notes Briefly press the cruise control lever for- Pay particular attention in the following traffic wards : situations: Cornering, entering and exiting a bend Brake, unless the vehicle is stationary.
Page 233 Driving systems lane. The distance to the vehicle in front will DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obsta- be too short. cles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals Other vehicles changing lane an obstacle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake for these.
Page 234 Driving systems At speeds of more than 60 km/h Steering The system may be impaired or may not func- Assist focuses on clear lane markings (left tion if: and right). there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi- In a speed range from 0 - 60 km/h Stop&Go cient illumination of the road, or due to Pilot focuses on the vehicle in front, taking snow, rain, fog or spray...
Page 235 Driving systems Information in the multifunction display Also observe the important safety notes for DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 222). The steering interventions are carried out with a limited steering moment. The system requires the driver to keep his hands on the steering wheel and to steer himself.
Page 236 Driving systems Important safety notes Activating the HOLD function WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply the HOLD function is deactivated by the accelerator pedal being depressed, e.g.
Page 237 Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle option to manually adjust the vehicle level. automatically if the HOLD function is activa- AIRMATIC consists of level setting, level con- ted and: trol and the Adaptive Damping System ADS. Vehicles with automatic transmission: the the driver's door is open and the driver's vehicle level can be set using the AGILITY seat belt is unfastened...
Page 238 Driving systems Sport mode with snow chains or on particularly poor road surfaces. Your selection remains stored even In the "Sport" and "Sport Plus" drive pro- if you remove the key from the ignition lock. grams, the firmer suspension setting ensures even better contact with the road.
Page 239 PARKTRONIC meas- Damage of this sort is not covered by the ures the minimum detection range to an Mercedes-Benz implied warranty. All obstacle from the bumper, not the ball cou- wheels must remain either on the ground or pling.
Page 240 Driving systems Rear sensors Centre Approx. 120 cm Corners Approx. 80 cm Minimum distance Centre Approx. 20 cm Corners Approx. 15 cm If there is an obstacle within this range, the Example: sensors in the front bumper, relevant warning displays light up and a warn- left-hand side ing tone sounds.
Page 241 Driving systems mine which warning display is active when the PARKTRONIC is automatically activated engine is running. when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Transmission Warning display position Vehicles without AIRMATIC Front area activated R, N or the vehicle Rear and front areas activated is rolling back-...
Page 242 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has been deactivated. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 243 Driving systems Detecting parking spaces sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage the wheels or tyres. Objects located above the height range of Active Parking Assist may also display spaces Active Parking Assist will not be detected not suitable for parking, e.g.: when the parking space is measured.
Page 244 Driving systems driver's side is activated. When parking on the driver's side, this must remain switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Park- ing Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. The system automatically determines whether the park- ing space is parallel or at right angles to the direction of travel.
Page 245 Driving systems To cancel the procedure: press the % Park Assist active Accelerate Park Assist active Accelerate and brakeObserve surroundings and brakeObserve surroundings mes- button on the multifunction steering wheel sage appears in the multifunction display. or pull away. You will achieve the best results by wait- ing for the steering procedure to complete To park using Active Parking Assist: before pulling away.
Page 246 Driving systems Vehicles with manual transmission: location. It may be the case that Active Parking Assist guides you too far into a shift to forward or reverse gear. parking space, or not far enough into it. In Start Park Assist? Yes: OK No: Start Park Assist? Yes: OK No: some cases, it may also lead you across or % message appears in the multifunction...
Page 247 Driving systems appears in the multifunction display. You will Reversing camera then have to steer and merge into traffic on General notes your own. PARKTRONIC is still available. You can take over the steering before the vehicle has exited the parking space completely. This is useful, for example when you recognise that it is already possible to pull out of the parking space.
Page 248 Driving systems if there is a sudden change in temperature, To activate: make sure that the key is in e.g. when driving into a heated garage in position 2 in the ignition lock. winter Make sure that the Activation by R Activation by R if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed.
Page 249 Driving systems the rear section of an HGV The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level. a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bot- tom-most guideline. Front warning display Additional PARKTRONIC measurement operational readiness indicator Rear warning display...
Page 250 Driving systems "Reverse parking" function Reverse perpendicular parking with the steering wheel at an angle Reversing straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Parking space marking Yellow guide line for the vehicle width White guide line without turning the steer- including the exterior mirrors, for current ing wheel, vehicle width including the steering wheel angle (dynamic)
Page 251 Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in front of the parking space. The white lane should be as close to parallel with the parking space marking as possi- ble. Vehicle centre point on the yellow guide line at a distance of approximately 1.0 m from the rear of the vehicle Trailer drawbar...
Page 252 Driving systems Object detection Select symbol ? using the Audio 20/ COMAND controller, see the Audio 20/ The reversing camera helps detect moving COMAND Online operating instructions. and stationary objects. If an object (person, The "Coupling up a trailer" function is selec- vehicle or other obstacle) is detected, this ted.
Page 253 Driving systems top view and enlarged front view if the camera lenses are dirty or covered top view and trailer view (vehicles with if the vehicle components in which the trailer tow hitch) cameras are fitted are damaged. In this event, have the camera position and setting top view and images from the rear-facing checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 254 Driving systems Activating the 360° camera using the Make sure that the key is in position 2 in the function button ignition lock. Make sure that the Activation by R Activation by R gear gear function is selected in COMAND Online, see the Digital Owner's Manual.
Page 255 Driving systems ! Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation.
Page 256 Driving systems Top view with image from the mirror cam- Red guide line at a distance of approx- eras imately 0.30 m from the front of the vehi- Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 1.0 m from the front of the vehicle Top view and enlarged rear view Symbol for the top view and forward- facing mirror camera setting...
Page 257 Driving systems Wide-angle function Set the height of trailer drawbar ; so that it is slightly higher than the ball coupling. Position the vehicle centrally in front of trailer drawbar ;. Symbol for the full-screen setting with the reversing camera image Own vehicle Symbol for the trailer view setting PARKTRONIC warning displays...
Page 258 Driving systems Object detection only functions in both full- if you have adopted a sporty driving style screen modes. with high cornering speeds or high rates of acceleration To ensure that you can use the function, it must be switched on in COMAND Online (see if you are predominantly driving at a speed the separate operating instructions).
Page 259 Driving systems played in a bar display in five levels from do not take a break and ATTENTION ASSIST high to low still detects increasing lapses in concentra- tion, you will be warned again after If ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate 15 minutes at the earliest.
Page 260 Driving systems The display can also be updated without a always have priority over the Traffic Sign visible traffic sign if: Assist display. The system may be either functionally the vehicle changes roads (e.g. motorway impaired or temporarily unavailable if: exit or slip road) a village or town boundary is passed which visibility is poor, e.g.
Page 261 Driving systems Cancelling the overtaking restriction A maximum permitted speed of 60 km/h (60 mph) : and an overtaking restriction ; apply. Speed limit with unknown restriction A maximum permitted speed of 60 km/h (60 mph) : applies. The overtaking restric- tion no longer applies ;.
Page 262 Driving systems No entry (wrong-way warning) Important safety notes WARNING Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles: overtaken too closely on the side, placing them in the blind spot area when the difference in the speed of approach and overtaking is too great As a result, Blind Spot Assist cannot warn drivers in these situations.
Page 263 Driving systems Warning display Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated. Warning display Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 30 km/h. Vehicles in the mon- itoring range are then not indicated. If a vehicle is detected within the monitoring range of Blind Spot Assist at speeds above Blind Spot Assist monitors the area up to 30 km/h, warning lamp : on the corre-...
Page 264 Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist Activating Blind Spot Assist Make sure that Blind Spot Assist General notes page 309) is activated in the on-board computer. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors light up red until the engine is started.
Page 265 Driving systems Activating Lane Keeping Assist Always steer, apply the brakes or accelerate the vehicle yourself, especially if Lane Keep- ing Assist alerts you. If you fail to adapt your driving style, Lane Keeping Assist can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics.
Page 266 Driving systems Adaptive detected in the monitored area. If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to When Adaptive Adaptive is selected, no warning vibra- change lanes, you will also receive a visual tion occurs if: and audible collision warning. If a risk of side you have switched on the turn signals.
Page 267 Driving systems Monitoring range Due to the nature of the system: WARNING warnings may be issued in error when driv- ing close to crash barriers or similar solid Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all lane borders traffic situations and road users. There is a warnings may be interrupted when driving risk of an accident.
Page 268 Driving systems When Active Blind Spot Assist is activated, If a course-correcting brake application grey radar waves propagating backwards occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the appear next to the vehicle in the assistance exterior mirror and a dual warning tone display in the multifunction display.
Page 269 Driving systems Activating Active Blind Spot Assist a lane-correcting application of the brakes can bring the vehicle back into the original Make sure that Active Blind Spot Assist is lane. activated in the on-board computer page 309). If you select km km in the Display unit...
Page 270 Driving systems The system may be impaired or may not func- WARNING tion if: A lane-correcting brake application cannot there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi- always bring the vehicle back into the original cient illumination of the road, or due to lane.
Page 271 Driving systems Activating Active Lane Keeping Assist No lane-correcting brake application occurs you clearly and actively steer, brake or accelerate you cut the corner on a sharp bend you have switched on the turn signal a driving safety system intervenes, such as ®...
Page 272 Hybrid operation you have switched on the turn signals. In requirements are low. When power output this event, the warnings are suppressed requirements are low, the electric motor pow- for a certain period of time. ers the vehicle. When power output require- ments are high, the combustion engine is a driving safety system intervenes, such switched on, even during a journey.
Page 273 Hybrid operation situations your vehicle may not be heard by other road users. This is the case, for exam- ple, when you are parking and your vehicle is not seen by other road users. This requires you to adopt a particularly antic- ipatory driving style, as it is necessary to allow for the possibility that other road users may behave unpredictably.
Page 274 Hybrid operation Hybrid system overview Recuperative Brake System 12 V battery High-voltage battery Electric cables for the high-voltage electrical system High-voltage battery cooling Electric refrigerant compressor Power electronics cooling Electric vacuum pump Transmission with electric motor Power electronics (DC/AC converter or DC/DC converter) You can deactivate the hybrid system manually.
Page 275 Hybrid operation Instrument cluster Charge level display for high-voltage battery ( page 273) RBS warning lamp ( page 362) Electric motor power display ( page 272) Electric motor power display Displays and operation Coolant temperature display for a com- bustion engine You can call up the coolant temperature using the on-board computer.
Page 276 Hybrid operation This shows the electric output from the Menus and submenus electric motor, e.g. when driving using the Selecting messages in the Audio 20/ electric motor or in boost mode. COMAND Online display When the motor is switched on, the display is at :.
Page 277 Hybrid operation The combustion engine is running while the High-voltage battery vehicle is stationary. The high-voltage battery Energy flow is not being charged. The active hybrid components are highligh- The arrows for the energy flow are not shown. ted. The combustion engine is highlighted. The energy flow is indicated by arrows.
Page 278 Hybrid operation Driving using the internal combustion Driving using the internal combustion engine and boost mode engine and charging the high-voltage bat- tery If you rapidly depress the accelerator, the electric motor supports the internal combus- The internal combustion engine powers the tion engine by providing additional torque.
Page 279 Hybrid operation Displaying fuel consumption and gen- Driving using the electric motor and charging the high-voltage battery erated electrical energy Fuel consumption The electric motor is being operated as an Electrical energy generated alternator, e.g. in overrun mode and when Every bar of the graph displays the average braking.
Page 280 Hybrid operation Observe the notes on starting the engine the availability of the ECO start/stop func- page 183). tion ( page 279) Turn the key to position 3 in the ignition the climate control settings lock ( page 183) or press the Start/Stop THERMATIC ( page 153) button once (...
Page 281 Hybrid operation ing is not active switches to overrun mode S Sport Sporty driving style with page 280). boost mode Activating when driving with the combustion Electric-only drive is not engine: possible The ECO start/stop Pull the left-hand steering wheel gearshift function is not available paddle ( page 198).
Page 282 Hybrid operation Acceleration Driving on inter-urban roads Depending on the operating mode, pulling Three phases are possible when driving on away and driving under low load conditions inter-urban roads: are performed: rapid acceleration (boost mode) entirely by electric propulsion constant energy consumption in combination with the internal combus- energy recuperation tion engine...
Page 283 Hybrid operation Automatic engine switch-off the charge level of the high-voltage battery has reached the lower limit The internal combustion engine is switched off automatically if: the settings of the automatic climate con- trol require it, e.g. at external temperatures the driver removes his foot from the accel- above 30 †...
Page 284 Hybrid operation Parking Apply the electric parking brake. The red ! indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up. Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to shift the automatic transmission to P. Switch the ignition off. The READY indicator in the instrument clus- ter goes out.
Page 285 Hybrid operation Problems with hybrid operation Internal combustion engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot start the For example, the self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid internal combustion system is malfunctioning. engine. The multifunc- Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. tion display shows no Try to start the internal combustion engine again.
Page 286 Towing a trailer trailer combination could also become unsta- Towing a trailer ble. Important safety notes To avoid hazardous situations: WARNING make sure to check the noseweight before each journey. The braking system can overheat if you leave your foot on the brake pedal while driving. use a drawbar noseweight as close as pos- This increases the braking distance and could sible to the maximum noseweight.
Page 287 This can impair the vehicle's handling char- For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- acteristics. Adapt your driving style accord- imum permissible rear axle load is increased ingly. Maintain a safe distance. Drive care- when towing a trailer.
Page 288 Towing a trailer brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly. If you need additional braking, depress the brake pedal repeatedly rather than continuously. Driving tips If the trailer swings from side to side: Do not accelerate. Do not countersteer.
Page 289 Towing a trailer ! Do not disconnect a trailer with an Coupling up a trailer engaged overrun brake. Otherwise, your Make sure that the transmission is in posi- vehicle could be damaged by the rebound- tion P. ing of the overrun brake. Apply the electric parking brake.
Page 290 Towing a trailer The trailer battery may not be charged from the power supply. When it leaves the factory, your vehicle's trailer socket is equipped with a permanent power supply and a power supply that is switched on via the ignition lock. The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 9.
Page 291 Towing a trailer Fitting the adapter ! Make sure that there is sufficient cable play so that the cable cannot become detached when cornering. ! Remove the installed adapter cable before folding in the ball coupling. Other- wise, damage may occur to the rear bumper and the adapter cable.
Page 292 Towing a trailer Problems with trailer towing Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The released ball cou- Visit a qualified specialist workshop. pling cannot be engaged. The ball coupling does The on-board voltage is insufficient. not unlock, even Start the engine. though: If the ball coupling still does not unlock: the vehicle is station-...
Page 294 Useful information ......292 Important safety notes ..... 292 Displays and operation ..... 292 Menus and submenus ...... 297 Display messages ......314 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......351...
Page 295: Useful Information
Displays and operation times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not oper- Useful information ating safely may cause an accident. If the operating safety of your vehicle is This Owner's Manual describes all mod- impaired, park the vehicle safely as soon as els, series and optional equipment for your possible.
Page 296: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation Speedometer with segments Coolant temperature gauge The segments in the speedometer indicate WARNING which speed range is available. If you open the bonnet while the engine is Cruise control activated ( page 216): overheating or while there is a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into The segments light up from the stored contact with hot gases or other leaking ser-...
Page 297 Displays and operation Operating the on-board computer Press and hold: Rapid scrolling in all lists In the Radio Radio/Media Media menu: selects a station, audio track or video scene using rapid scrolling In the Telephone Telephone menu: starts rapid scrolling if the phone book is open In all menus: confirms the selec- ted entry in the list...
Page 298 Displays and operation page 191) or when shifting Mute manually (automatic transmis- ó Switches on LINGUATRONIC, see sion) ( page 198) the separate operating instructions Active Parking Assist page 239) ¯ Cruise control ( page 216) Multifunction display È SPEEDTRONIC ( page 219) READY READY...
Page 299 Displays and operation Speed limits and overtaking restrictions are not always correctly displayed. Traffic signs always have priority over the Traffic Sign Assist display. The visibility of the head-up display is influ- enced by the following conditions: the driver's seat position the positioning of the display image the general light conditions sunglasses with polarisation filters...
Page 300: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Head-up display Content and information for the following systems are shown in the head-up display: Navigation messages Current speed Set DISTRONIC PLUS speed ( page 222) The selected cruise control speed ( page 216) The selected SPEEDTRONIC speed ( page 219) If Traffic Sign Assist is activated in the head-up display sub-menu, detected traffic signs are also shown in the display.
Page 301 Menus and submenus refuelled C instead of approximate Trip menu range :. Standard display Recuperation display = shows you if energy has been recuperated from the kinetic energy in overrun mode and saved in the battery. Recuperation display = depends on the engine installed and is therefore not available in all vehicles.
Page 302 Menus and submenus Trip computer "From start" or "From Digital speedometer reset" Use ò on the steering wheel to call up Distance the list of menus. Duration Press the : or 9 button on the steer- Average speed ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.
Page 303 Menus and submenus Route guidance active You can reset the values of the following func- tions: No change of direction announced Trip meter "From start" trip computer "From reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From start"...
Page 304 Menus and submenus Change of direction with lane recommen- Lane not recommended B: you will not be dation able to complete the next change of direction if you stay in this lane. Possible lane A: you will be able to complete the next change of direction in this lane only.
Page 305 Menus and submenus You have reached the destination or an Use : or 9 to select the waveband intermediate destination. or station preset. Press a to confirm the selection. You can store your stations in Audio 20 or Radio menu COMAND Online, see the separate operat- ing instructions.
Page 306 Menus and submenus disc (CD/DVD) Press a to confirm. memory card (SD/SDHC) To open the track list: press : or 9 briefly. MEDIA REGISTER To select next/previous track from the USB storage device track list: briefly press : or 9. ®...
Page 307 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. wheel. To select DVD single drive or data car- To select TV: press a briefly to open rier: press a briefly, to open the list of the list of media sources.
Page 308 ® mobile phones via Bluetooth the : or 9 button for longer than one second. from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Rapid scrolling stops when you release the on the Internet at http:// button or reach the end of the list.
Page 309 Menus and submenus Redialling The assistance graphic shows you the status of and/or information from the following driv- The on-board computer saves the last names ing systems or driving safety systems: or numbers dialled in the redial memory. DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 228) Use ò...
Page 310 Menus and submenus Displaying the coolant temperature Settings menu The coolant temperature is also shown in the Introduction instrument cluster in the rev counter. Observe the notes on coolant temperature page 293). Use ò on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus.
Page 311 Menus and submenus Use : or 9 to select the Assis‐ Assis‐ ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- tance tance submenu. lowing situations: Press a to confirm. when using snow chains Press the : or 9 button to select in deep snow Traffic Sign Assist Traffic Sign...
Page 312 Menus and submenus ® agating backwards appear next to the vehi- Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE cle in the Assistance graphic Assistance graphic menu in Brake the multifunction display. ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available in vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS. For further information about Blind Spot Assist, see ( page 259).
Page 313 Menus and submenus Switching the navigation messages dis- Press a to confirm. play on/off The current selection Standard Standard Adap‐ Adap‐ tive tive is displayed. Vehicles with Traffic Sign Assist: To change the setting: press a again. press : to select Navigation mes‐...
Page 314 Menus and submenus Switch on the head-up display Cornering light function page 296). Extended range foglamps Use ò on the steering wheel to call up If you set the dipped-beam headlamps for the list of menus. driving on the right/left, the multifunction Press the : or 9 button on the steer- display shows the Inactive for left-...
Page 315 Menus and submenus A qualified specialist workshop can set the Use ò on the steering wheel to call up dipped-beam headlamps for driving on the the list of menus. left/right. Press the : or 9 button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Settings Settings menu.
Page 316 Menus and submenus Vehicle submenu For safety reasons, not all functions are reset: Limit Limit speed speed (winter (winter tyres) tyres) function Setting permanent SPEEDTRONIC in permanent SPEEDTRONIC can only be set Use ò on the steering wheel to call up in the Vehicle Vehicle...
Page 317: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic symbols are simplified in the Owner's Manual and may differ from the symbols in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Owner's Manual.
Page 318: Instrument Cluster
Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ® BAS (Brake Assist System), PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ ® assist, ESP trailer stabilisation, Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake able See Owner's able See Owner's...
Page 319 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted.
Page 320 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ® trailer stabilisation, Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake lights, currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind able See Owner's able See Owner's Spot Assist are unavailable due to a malfunction.
Page 321 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, ® ® PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ESP trailer stabili- ÷ sation, Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake lights, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are inoperative See inoperative See...
Page 322 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red ! indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds. You are making an emergency stop using the electric parking brake ( page 209). The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
Page 323 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red ! indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
Page 324 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red ! indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.
Page 325 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red ! indicator lamp lights up. You attempted to release the electric parking brake while the igni- Turn on the igni‐ Turn on the igni‐ tion was switched off. tion to release tion to release Switch the ignition on.
Page 326 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Collision Preven‐ Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily inoperative tion Assist Plus tion Assist Plus due to a malfunction. Adaptive Brake Assist may also have failed. inoperative inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 327 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar sensors Radar sensors At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- dirty See Owner's dirty See Owner's tems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: Manual Manual ®...
Page 328 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ý ý If this symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt tongue has not been inserted in a rear seat belt buckle. WARNING A seat belt which is not worn correctly, or which has not been engaged in the seat belt buckle correctly, cannot provide the intended level of protection.
Page 329 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear centre restraint system has malfunctioned. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear centre mal‐ Rear centre mal‐ WARNING function Consult function Consult workshop workshop The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered uninten- tionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 330 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is disabled during the journey airbag disabled airbag disabled although: See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual an adult a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too low.
Page 331 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions passenger front airbag deactivation system classifies the occu- pant. If the conditions are not met, the system is not operating correctly. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Further information on the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation feature ( page 54).
Page 332 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions front-passenger front airbag deactivation system has disa- bled the front-passenger front airbag ( page 54). the display messages Front-passenger Front-passenger airbag airbag enabled enabled See Owner's Owner's Manual Manual Front-passenger Front-passenger airbag airbag disa‐...
Page 333 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand trailer turn signal lamp is faulty. Observe the separate operating instructions provided by the Trailer left indi‐ Trailer left indi‐ trailer manufacturer. cator catororTrailer Trailer right indicator right indicator The trailer brake lamp is faulty.
Page 334 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right-hand tail lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Left tail lamp Left tail lamp Right tail lamp Right tail lamp The left or right-hand main-beam headlamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Left main Left main...
Page 335 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The exterior lighting is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Malfunction See Owner's Manual Owner's Manual Vehicles with trailer tow hitch: a fuse may have blown. Check the fuses ( page 424).
Page 336 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Top up up coolant coolant See cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so...
Page 337 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: faulty alternator defective power electronics (hybrid vehicles) torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
Page 338 Otherwise the engine will be damaged. Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Display message only for AMG vehicles: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
Page 339 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¸ Vehicles with a diesel engine: the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced. Replace Replace air air cleaner cleaner Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicles with a diesel engine: there is water in the fuel filter. The water must be drained off.
Page 340 Display messages Hybrid system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Û The hybrid system is malfunctioning. Have the vehicle transported on a transporter or towed with the Malfunction Malfunction rear axle raised to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. The drive system is malfunctioning.
Page 341 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions AIRMATIC is faulty. A warning tone also sounds. Do not drive at speeds above 80 km/h. Make only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front wings or the tyres could be damaged if the steering movement is too great.
Page 342 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inop- currently unavail‐ currently unavail‐ erative. Possible causes: able See Owner's able See Owner's the function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow Manual Manual...
Page 343 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Park Park Assist Assist inoper‐ inoper‐ PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning or faulty. ative ative Follow the instructions and helpful hints in the "Problems with PARKTRONIC" section ( page 239). If the display message continues to be displayed: Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 344 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS PLUS cur‐ cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently rently unavailable unavailable DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are also tem- See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual porarily inoperative.
Page 345 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DTR+: steering DTR+: steering DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are tempo- assist. currently assist. currently rarily inoperative. Possible causes: unavailable See unavailable See the windscreen is dirty in the camera's field of vision Owner's Manual Owner's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog...
Page 346 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre pressure Tyre pressure The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant Check tyres Check tyres loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tyres or fitted new wheels and tyres the tyre pressure in one or more tyres is not correct WARNING...
Page 347 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Rectify tyre pres‐ Rectify tyre pres‐ The tyre pressure is too low in at least one of the tyres, or the tyre sure sure pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Check the tyre pressures at the next opportunity ( page 433).
Page 348 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre press. moni‐ Tyre press. moni‐ Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received tor currently tor currently from the wheel sensors. The tyre pressure monitor is temporarily unavailable unavailable malfunctioning.
Page 349 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Risk of vehicle Risk of vehicle The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N or rolling Transmis‐ rolling Transmis‐ sion not in P sion not in P A warning tone also sounds.
Page 350 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The boot lid is open. Close the boot lid. The bonnet is open. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion.
Page 351 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions & Hybrid vehicles: with the engine switched off, you have attempted to switch on the pre-entry climate control more than twice. Pre-entry climate Pre-entry climate Let the engine run for ten seconds. control (via key) control (via key) After running the engine, the pre-entry climate control is opera-...
Page 352 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds. Power Power steering steering mal‐ mal‐ WARNING function See Own‐ function See Own‐ er's Manual er's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.
Page 353 Display messages 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 not Key does not belong to vehicle belong to vehicle Â The key needs to be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 354 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the key is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 355 Warning and indicator lamps in 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 356 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 The yellow brake system warning lamp lights up while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is activated. Hybrid vehicle: the yellow brake system warning lamp is shown in driving condition READY.
Page 357 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 brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Hybrid vehicles: the red brake system warning lamp is shown in driving con- dition READY.
Page 358 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. Hybrid vehicles: the yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in driving condition READY.
Page 359 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. A warning tone also sounds. Hybrid vehicles: the yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in driving condition READY.
Page 360 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp J÷ ® ® N The red brake warning lamp, the yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamp å! and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running. ®...
Page 361 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 is lit while the engine is running. ® Hybrid vehicles: the yellow ESP warning lamp is shown in driving condition READY.
Page 362 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 indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit. Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
Page 363 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 engine diagnostics warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a fault, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 364 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 365 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and top up the coolant, observing the warning notes page 393).
Page 366 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 brake warning lamp is on. A warning tone also sounds. Risk of accident RBS is malfunctioning. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 367 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.
Page 368 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 assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 370 Useful information ......368 Stowage areas ........368 Features ..........376...
Page 371 Stowage areas Useful information Always be particularly careful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow This Owner's Manual describes all mod- these components to cool down before touch- els, series and optional equipment for your ing them. vehicle that were available at the time of The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- going to press.
Page 372 Stowage areas To lock: insert the emergency key element Close lockable stowage compartments into the lock and turn it 90° clockwise to while driving. position 2. Stow and secure objects that are heavy, To unlock: insert the emergency key ele- hard, pointy, sharp-edged, fragile or too ment into the lock and turn it 90°...
Page 373 Stowage areas Rear stowage compartments Stowage compartment in the doors Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest You can store items such as a rolled-up fluo- rescent jacket (driver's door) and the vehicle document wallet (front-passenger door) in To open: fold down the seat armrest. stowage compartment : in the doors.
Page 374 Stowage areas Close the ski/snowboard bag. Ski/snowboard bag Pull tensioning strap ; tight by the loose Important safety notes end until the skis or snowboards are held firmly inside the ski/snowboard bag. WARNING The skibag in conjunction with the lashing straps cannot restrain any objects other than skis.
Page 375 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest forward Vehicles without memory function: if nec- essary, move the driver's or front- passenger seat forwards. Vehicles with memory function: when one or both parts of the rear seat backrest are folded forwards, the respective front seat moves forward slightly, when necessary, in order to avoid contact.
Page 376 Stowage areas To lock: fold the left and centre seat backr- ests forward. Make sure that the centre and left seat backrests are engaged and joined together. Slide catch : upwards. The release mechanism of the centre seat backrest is locked. To unlock: fold back the left and centre seat backrests.
Page 377 Stowage areas Fold up the lashing eyelets next to the rear frame of the box or pushed onto the frame seat backrest and put them through the from above. Otherwise, the box could be slots in the carpet. damaged. ! Sharp-edged, pointed or fragile objects Bag hook can damage the EASY-PACK boot box and then be thrown out.
Page 378 Stowage areas Pull the box out by handle : in the direc- To remove: turn left-hand rotating catch tion of the arrow all the way to the stop. B clockwise and right-hand rotating catch B anti-clockwise by 90°. To lower the load surface: push the centre of load surface ;...
Page 379 Seal the container, in raise the panorama sliding sunroof. particular when it contains hot liquid. If a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz makes contact with the panorama sliding...
Page 380 Features ! Only use the cup holders for containers of the right size and which have lids. The drinks could otherwise spill. WARNING If you do not correctly store objects in the vehicle interior, they can slip or be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants.
Page 381 Features To insert: insert cup holder ; and slide Sun visors back catch =. Overview To close: push cover : of the stowage compartment closed. You can remove the rubber mat of the cup holder to clean it. Wash it with clean, luke- warm water only.
Page 382 Features Extending/retracting the roller sun- either close the side window or retract the blind roller sunblind before driving at high speeds. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by lock ( page 181).
Page 383 Features Rear-compartment ashtray Vehicles with manual transmission: To open: open the stowage compartment page 369). To remove the insert: hold the sides of insert =, push it forward and lift it up ; and out. To refit the insert: press insert = into the holder until it engages.
Page 384 Features 12 V sockets General notes Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 181). The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- ries include such items as bulbs or chargers for mobile phones.
Page 385 Features Use only connector cables that are dry and free of damage. When the ignition is off, make sure that the 230 V power socket is dry. Immediately have the 230 V power socket checked or replaced at a qualified special- ised workshop if it is damaged or has been pulled out of the trim.
Page 386 Features Using the 230 V power socket To switch on: switch the ignition on. Open flap =. Insert the electronic device connector into 230 V power socket :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. To switch off: remove the connector from 230 V power socket :.
Page 387 In this case, dial the 112 emergency num- ber on your mobile phone. You can find more information on the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system in the...
Page 388 Press the corresponding Audio 20/ clock. For any queries about the vehicle, COMAND Online button to end a call. Mercedes-Benz Contact offers a fast and easy connecting call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- Info call button tomer Centre. You can, for example, request an appointment or call for help in the event of This function is not available in all countries.
Page 389 Insert the mobile phone into the mobile Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an phone bracket; see the separate installa- approved exterior aerial. This ensures: tion instructions for the mobile phone fit- optimal mobile phone reception quality in ting.
Page 390 Features Operating the mobile phone Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat away from You can operate the telephone using the retainers ;. 6 and ~ buttons on the multifunction Remove the floormats. steering wheel. You can operate other mobile phone functions via the on-board computer page 304).
Page 392 Useful information ......390 Engine compartment ......390 ASSYST PLUS ........395 Care ............ 396...
Page 393: Useful Information
Engine compartment Useful information WARNING There are moving components in the engine This Owner's Manual describes all mod- compartment. Certain components may con- els, series and optional equipment for your tinue to move or suddenly move again even vehicle that were available at the time of after the ignition has been switched off, e.g.
Page 394: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment For the drive to the workshop, reset the trig- WARNING gered active bonnet yourself. If the active When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen bonnet has been triggered, pedestrian pro- wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by tection may be limited.
Page 395 Engine compartment Closing the bonnet Checking the oil level using the oil dip- stick Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a height of approximately 20 cm. WARNING Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- Certain components in the engine compart- erly.
Page 396 Make sure that the cap locks securely into Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service place. Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Check the oil level again with the oil dip- Centre. stick ( page 392). Damage to the engine or exhaust system is...
Page 397 Engine compartment warm, there is enough coolant in coolant Allow the engine to cool before opening the expansion tank ;. cap. Wear gloves and protective eyewear If necessary, top up with coolant that has when opening. Slowly turn the cap half a turn been tested and approved by Mercedes- to allow pressure to escape.
Page 398: Assyst Plus
Information on the type of service and service ing wheel. intervals (see separate Service Booklet). You can obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Displaying service messages The ASSYST PLUS service interval display Switch the ignition on. does not show any information on the Use ò...
Page 399 Environmental note A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the cloths in an environmentally responsible man- ASSYST PLUS service interval display after ner. the service work has been carried out. You...
Page 400: Care
Care Do not open the driver's door when the After washing the vehicle, brake carefully engine is switched off or at very low while paying attention to the traffic conditions speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission in order to restore full braking efficiency. position D or R the automatic transmis- ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function sion will automatically switch to park...
Page 401 Use a soft sponge to clean. seals Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car trim elements shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. ventilation slots Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a Damaged seals or electrical components gentle jet of water.
Page 402 Use only insect remover and car shampoo hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring. from the range of approved Mercedes-Benz There is otherwise a risk of damaging the care products. windows.
Page 403 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild windscreen and the rear window at regular cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals shampoo or cleaning cloths. and pollen may under certain circumstan- ces prevent water from draining away.
Page 404 Care Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Shutters : open automatically after approximately 120 seconds. Clean the location points of shutters ; in the radiator trim with a high-pressure cleaner. Cleaning the sensors ! If you clean the sensors with a high-pres- Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and sure cleaner, make sure that you keep a that the key is in position 2 in the ignition...
Page 405 Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product that the key is in position 2 in the ignition tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. lock. To open the cover of the 360° camera:...
Page 406 Leather is a natural product. It has natural surface properties, e.g.: Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use unevenness in structure leather care agents that have been recom- marks caused by growth and injury mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. subtle colour differences...
Page 407 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu- tion. Cleaning the roof lining and carpets Roof lining: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 408 Useful information ......406 Where will I find...? ......406 Flat tyre ..........408 Battery (vehicle) ........ 412 Jump-starting ........418 Towing away and tow-starting ..420 Electrical fuses ......... 424...
Page 409: Useful Information
Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all mod- els, series and optional equipment for your vehicle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are pos- sible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions descri- bed.
Page 410: Where Will I Find
Where will I find...? ratchet ring spanner Fire extinguisher centring pin Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Pull tab : upwards. Remove fire extinguisher ;. Have fire extinguisher ; refilled after each (Example) use and checked every one or two years. It Tyre inflation compressor may otherwise fail in an emergency.
Page 411 (only for certain countries) ( page 461) General notes Vehicles with an Mercedes-Benz emergency With MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat call system which are not equipped with a characteristics), you can continue to drive TIREFIT kit: in the event of a flat tyre, contact...
Page 412: Flat Tyre
Flat tyre tyre must not show any clearly visible dam- sure that you use the proper size and type age. (summer or winter tyre). You can recognise MOExtended tyres by the Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not MOExtended marking which appears on the equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
Page 413 Flat tyre Using the TIREFIT kit WARNING In the following situations, the tyre sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- tance, as it is unable to seal the tyre properly: there are cuts or punctures in the tyre larger than those mentioned above. the wheel rim is damaged.
Page 414 Flat tyre Tyre pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tyre inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tyre. Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 10 m.
Page 415 In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced every the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone four years at a qualified specialist work- number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's shop.
Page 416: Battery (Vehicle)
Battery (vehicle) Work on the battery, e.g. removing or fitting, Always make sure that neither you nor the requires specialist knowledge and the use of battery is electrostatically charged. Electro- special tools. Therefore, always have work on static charge is created, for example: the battery carried out at a qualified specialist by wearing synthetic fibre clothing workshop.
Page 417 Make sure the ignition is switched off. Check that all the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster are off. Otherwise, For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- you may damage electronic components mends that you only use batteries which have such as the alternator, for example.
Page 418 ( page 416). cle's high-voltage electrical system. Have the Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if vehicle towed away after an accident and the you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for a vehicle's high-voltage electrical system long period of time.
Page 419 This device per- Charging the 12 V battery mits charging of the battery in position. Con- WARNING tact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for information and availability. Read the battery During charging and jump-starting, explosive charger's operating instructions before gases can escape from the battery.
Page 420 Battery (vehicle) vehicle's high-voltage electrical system could be damaged. Stop the vehicle if the internal combustion engine is running. The internal combustion engine drives the electric motor. The electric motor is oper- ating as an alternator. The high-voltage bat- tery is charging. If the high-voltage battery is too heavily dis- charged, recharge the high-voltage battery to at least 60% of its capacity.
Page 421: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and an earth point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 422 Jump-starting 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. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 423 Towing away and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Slide cover A 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.
Page 424: Towing Away And Tow-Starting
Towing away and tow-starting ! When COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST er's door during towing. The automatic transmission may otherwise shift to posi- PLUS, DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD func- tion P, which could damage the transmis- tion is activated, the vehicle brakes auto- matically in certain situations.
Page 425 Towing away and tow-starting Fitting/removing the towing eye Towing the vehicle away with the rear axle raised Fitting the towing eye Hybrid vehicles: towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised should only be carried out by professional recovery companies. Only vehicles without 4MATIC can be towed with the rear axle raised.
Page 426 Towing away and tow-starting the towing speed must not exceed 10 km/h. Transporting the vehicle For longer distances, have the vehicle loaded Hybrid vehicles: transportation of the vehi- and transported or towed with the rear axle cle should only be carried out by professional raised.
Page 427 If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the cause traced and rectified at a qualified spe- Fit the towing eye ( page 422). cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Ser- Secure the rigid towing bar or the towing vice Centre. rope.
Page 428: Electrical Fuses
Electrical fuses Before replacing a fuse Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 207). Switch off all electrical consumers. Make sure that the ignition is switched off page 181). When using the key, turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it page 181).
Page 429 Electrical fuses To close: check whether the seal is posi- Fuse box in the engine compartment tioned correctly in lid ?. WARNING Insert lid ? into the bracket at the rear of When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen the fuse box.
Page 430 Useful information ......428 Important safety notes ..... 428 Operation ........... 428 Winter operation ....... 430 Tyre pressure ........432 Changing a wheel ......437 Wheel and tyre combinations ..444 Emergency spare wheel ....461...
Page 431: Useful Information
National variations are pos- Accessories that are not approved for your sible. Note that your vehicle may not be vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being equipped with all of the functions descri- used correctly can impair the operating bed.
Page 432 There your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit any is a risk of accident.
Page 433 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Winter operation Only fit tyres and wheels of the same type and make.
Page 434: Winter Operation
Always observe the maximum permissible have been specifically approved for your vehi- speed specified for the M+S tyres you have cle by Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- fitted. sponding standard of quality. If you fit M+S tyres that have a lower maxi-...
Page 435 There is a risk of accident. Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tyre valve. WARNING If the tyre pressure drops repeatedly, the If a tyre size precedes a tyre pressure, the wheel, valve or tyre may be damaged.
Page 436: Tyre Pressure
Tyre pressure For Saloons at speeds of up to 210 km/h Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the (does not apply to AMG vehicles, AMG tyre pressure. The outer appearance of a tyre does not permit any reliable conclusion about Sport models): despite what is stated on the the tyre pressure.
Page 437 Tyre pressure For further information on displaying this If the tyre pressure monitor is malfunctioning, message, refer to the "Checking the tyre pres- it may take more than ten minutes for the tyre sure electronically" section ( page 434). pressure warning lamp to inform you of the malfunction by flashing for approximately one minute and then remaining lit.
Page 438 Tyre pressure Restarting the tyre pressure monitor new sensors. As long as a clear allocation of the tyre pressure values to the individual When you restart the tyre pressure monitor, wheels is not possible, the Tyre pressure Tyre pressure all existing warning messages are deleted and monitor active monitor active display message is shown...
Page 439 Tyre pressure After you have driven for a few minutes, the Country Radio type approval number system checks whether the current tyre Moldova 1024 pressures are within the specified range. The new tyre pressures are then accepted Philip- No: ESD-1206394C as reference values and monitored.
Page 440: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel eral tyres at the same time cannot be detec- Use ò on the steering wheel to call up ted by the tyre pressure loss warning system. the list of menus. The tyre pressure monitor is not able to warn Press the 9 or : button on the steer- you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g.
Page 441 Changing a wheel Vehicles with an emergency spare wheel: warning system ( page 437) or the tyre pres- in the event of a flat tyre, the emergency sure monitor ( page 435). spare wheel is fitted according to the descrip- tion under "Fitting a wheel"...
Page 442 Changing a wheel Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-func- Fold both plates upwards :. tion or KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/ Fold out lower plate ;. Stop button from the ignition lock Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into page 181). the openings in base plate =.
Page 443 Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is used incorrectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
Page 444 The tightening torque must be 25 Nm. Note that the hub cap should be tight- ened to the specified torque of 25 Nm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the hub cap fitted at a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicles with AMG equipment: fold...
Page 445 438). could impair the level of comfort when brak- Only use wheel bolts that have been designed ing. for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been...
Page 446 Changing a wheel approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Turn the crank of the jack anti-clockwise until the vehicle is once again standing firmly on the ground. Clean the wheel and wheel hub contact Place the jack to one side.
Page 447: Wheel And Tyre Combinations
General notes comfort is on poor road surfaces. Roll com- fort and suspension comfort are reduced ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- and the risk of damage to the wheels and ommends that you only use tyres and tyres as a result of driving over obstacles wheels which have been approved by increases.
Page 448 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres C 180 Summer tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 36.5 BA: 195/65 R16 92 V BA: 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 36 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V BA: 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 36.5 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V...
Page 449 Wheel and tyre combinations R 19 Tyres Wheels FA: 7.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/40 R19 93 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 56.5 RA: 245/35 R19 93 Y XL FA: 7.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/40 R19 93 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 52 3, 4...
Page 450 Wheel and tyre combinations C 180 BlueEFFICIENCY Edition Summer tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 36 BA: 195/65 R16 92 V BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V R 17 Tyres Wheels...
Page 451 Wheel and tyre combinations R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 W FA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 FA: 225/50 R17 94 W RA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 54 RA: 245/45 R17 95 W R 18 Tyres...
Page 452 Wheel and tyre combinations R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 H M+Si R 18 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 BA: 225/45 R18 95 H XL M+Si C 200 Summer tyres R 16...
Page 453 Wheel and tyre combinations R 19 Tyres Wheels FA: 7.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/40 R19 93 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 56.5 RA: 245/35 R19 93 Y XL FA: 7.5 J x 19 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/40 R19 93 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 52 3, 4...
Page 454 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 V R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 W FA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 FA: 225/50 R17 94 W...
Page 455 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 H M+Si BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+Si R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 H M+Si R 18...
Page 456 Wheel and tyre combinations R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 H M+Si C 220 BlueTEC Summer tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 V BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 V...
Page 457 Wheel and tyre combinations Winter tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 H M+Si BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+Si R 17 Tyres Wheels...
Page 458 Wheel and tyre combinations R 18 Tyres Wheels FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/45 R18 95 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 56 RA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/45 R18 95 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49 3, 4...
Page 459 Wheel and tyre combinations C 250 Summer tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 W R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 W FA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 FA: 225/50 R17 94 W RA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 54...
Page 460 Wheel and tyre combinations Winter tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 H M+Si BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+Si R 17 Tyres Wheels...
Page 461 Wheel and tyre combinations R 18 Tyres Wheels FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/45 R18 95 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 56 RA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL FA: 7.5 J x 18 H2 ET 44 FA: 225/45 R18 95 Y XL RA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 ET 49 3, 4...
Page 462 Wheel and tyre combinations C 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC Summer tyres R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 BA: 225/50 R17 94 W FA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5 FA: 225/50 R17 94 W RA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 54 RA: 245/45 R17 95 W R 18...
Page 463 Wheel and tyre combinations C 300 BlueTEC Hybrid Summer tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.5 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 W BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 V R 17 Tyres Wheels...
Page 464: Emergency Spare Wheel
Emergency spare wheel Winter tyres R 16 Tyres Wheels BA: 6.0 J x 16 H2 ET 38 BA: 205/60 R16 92 H M+Si BA: 7.0 J x 16 H2 ET 48 3, 2 BA: 225/55 R16 95 H M+Si R 17 Tyres Wheels BA: 7.0 J x 17 H2 ET 48.5...
Page 465 Emergency spare wheel An emergency spare wheel may also be fitted Inflating the collapsible emergency against the direction of rotation. Observe the spare wheel time restriction on use as well as the speed ! Inflate the collapsible emergency spare limitation specified on the emergency spare wheel using the tyre inflation compressor wheel.
Page 466 Emergency spare wheel Press on/off switch A on the tyre inflation compressor to I. The tyre inflation compressor is switched on. The tyre is inflated. The tyre pressure is shown on pressure gauge =. Pump the tyre to the specified tyre pres- sure.
Page 467 Emergency spare wheel Technical data "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tyres Light-alloy wheels T 135/80 R17 103 M 3.5 B x 17 H2 ET 19.5 Tyre pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Use of snow chains not permitted. Observe the notes in the "Snow chains" section.
Page 468 Useful information ......466 Information on technical data ..466 Vehicle electronics ......466 Identification plates ......468 Service products and capacities ..468 Vehicle data ........476 Trailer tow hitch ........ 477...
Page 469: Useful Information
You can vehicle. There is a risk of an accident. obtain further information from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at a qualified specialist workshop. When oper- ating in the vehicle, always connect the RF...
Page 470: Vehicle Electronics
70 cm waveband wiring. Be sure to observe the manufacturer's additional instructions when installing. GSM/UMTS/LTE Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 471: Identification Plates
Service products and capacities from the data shown here. You can find the Identification plates data applicable to your vehicle on the vehi- Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle's identification plate. cle identification number (VIN) Open the front right-hand door. You will see vehicle identification plate :.
Page 472: Service Products And Capacities
Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- If you or others come into contact with fuel, tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz observe the following: Owner's Manual in the appropriate section. Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin You can identify service products approved with water and soap immediately.
Page 473 Mercedes- All models Approx. 7.0 l Benz; see "Additives". You can obtain fur- ther information from any Mercedes-Benz Petrol Service Centre. Usually you will find information about the Fuel grade fuel grade on the pump. If you cannot find the...
Page 474 Avoid driving at full throttle and with the cleaning additive recommended by sudden acceleration. Never refuel using fuel Mercedes-Benz. Always observe the notes with a lower RON/MON. and mixing ratios specified on the container. In some countries, the available petrol Diesel may not be sufficiently low in sulphur.
Page 475 Service products and capacities at shorter intervals. More information The vehicle will use more fuel than usual in the about the interval for oil change can be following situations: obtained from any qualified specialist at very low outside temperatures workshop. in urban traffic Usually you will find information about the on short journeys...
Page 476 ! Impurities in AdBlue ® (e.g. due to other Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved service products, cleaning agents or dust) engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz lead to: engines. increased emission values Further information on tested and approved damage to the catalytic converter...
Page 477 Service products and capacities Petrol engines: in certain countries, differ- Petrol engines Replacement ent engine oils can be used, provided that the amount maintenance intervals are reduced. For more All models 7.0 l information, please contact a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Diesel engines Replacement Petrol engines...
Page 478 Service products and capacities Further information on coolants can be Brake fluid found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications WARNING for Service Products, MB Specifications for Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Inter- The brake fluid continuously absorbs mois- net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 479: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec- Add washer fluid concentrate, e.g. MB tion. SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all year round. The coolant is checked at every mainte- nance interval at a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicle data General notes Windscreen and headlamp cleaning Please note that for the specified vehicle...
Page 480: Trailer Tow Hitch
Trailer tow hitch The retrofitting of a trailer tow hitch is only Model permissible if a towing weight is specified in Opening height your vehicle documents. If this is not the case, then the vehicle is not approved for the tow- C 180 BlueEFFI- 1763 mm ing of a trailer.
Page 481 Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient-climbing capability of 8% from a standstill). Towing a trailer is not possible with all models. For further information, see ( page 284). Manual transmission Automatic transmission C 180 1400 kg 1800 kg C 200...
Page 482 Trailer tow hitch Automatic transmission C 250 BlueTEC 1800 kg C 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC 1800 kg C 300 BlueTEC Hybrid 1800 kg Manual transmission C 200 BlueTEC 1600 kg Permissible trailer load, unbraked Towing a trailer is not possible with all models. For further information, see ( page 284).
Page 483 Trailer tow hitch Manual transmission Automatic transmission C 180 75 kg 75 kg C 200 75 kg 75 kg C 220 BlueTEC 75 kg 75 kg Automatic transmission C 180 BlueTEC 75 kg C 250 75 kg C 220 CDI 75 kg C 250 BlueTEC 75 kg...
Page 484 Trailer tow hitch Automatic transmission C 220 CDI 1145 kg C 250 BlueTEC 1205 kg C 250 BlueTEC 4MATIC 1220 kg C 300 BlueTEC Hybrid 1290 kg Manual transmission C 200 BlueTEC 1170 kg...

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