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Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2009 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 Possible variations to your vehicle may not to receive a printed Owner‘s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle be taken into account as Mercedes-Benz constantly updates their vehicles to Ihrem konkreten Fahrzeug könnten nicht berücksichtigt sein, da Mercedes-Benz model years.
Page 4 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz lish in the interactive Owner's Manual on the Internet at: Before you drive off, familiarise yourself with your vehicle and read this manual. This will www.mercedes-benz.de/ help you to obtain the maximum pleasure betriebsanleitung...
Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 21 Introduction ......... 17 Safety ........... 33 Controls ..........61 Operation ........... 177 Practical advice ........ 205 Technical data ........283...
Page 7 Index Air conditioning 3-zone THERMOTRONIC luxury ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..52 automatic air conditioning ..... 149 Display message ....217, 220 Activating/deactivating ....150 Warning lamp ......... 232 Activating/deactivating air-recir- Accident culation mode ........ 156 Notes ..........238 Controlling automatically ....151 Acoustic warning signal Convenience opening/closing see Warning tone...
Page 8 Index ATTENTION ASSIST ......144 Removing/fitting ......275 Activating/deactivating (on- Vehicle battery ......273 board computer) ......116 Belt force limiters Display message ......218 Activation ......... 35 Audio Belt tensioners On-board computer ....... 113 Activation ......... 35 AUTO lights Belt warning .........
Page 9 Index Overview ........261 Centre console Parking lamp ........262 Overview .......... 29 Replacing ........261 Changing a wheel Side lamp ........262 see Flat tyre Turn signal lamp ......262 Children see Lamp In the vehicle ........41 Restraint system ......42 Child seat Automatic recognition .....
Page 10 Index Daytime driving lights ....82, 88 Driver's airbag ........38 Display message ......224 Driver's door Switching on/off (on-board com- Unlocking (KEYLESS GO) ....62 puter) ..........119 Driver's knee airbag ......39 Delayed switch-off Driver's seat position ......80 Exterior lighting (on-board com- Driving abroad ........
Page 11 Index ® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) ............ 54 EASY-ENTRY feature ..... 68, 72 Activating/deactivating ....55 Activating/deactivating (on- Display message (luxury multi- board computer) ......121 function steering wheel) ....217 Malfunction ........246 Trailer stabilisation ......55 EASY-EXIT feature ....... 72 Warning lamp ......
Page 12 On-board computer ....... 117 Overview .......... 25 Gear indicator ........102 Instrument lighting ......25 see Instrument cluster lighting Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..284 Intelligent Light System Glove compartment ......166 Display message ......223 On-board computer ....... 119 Setting dipped-beam headlamps Headbag ..........
Page 13 Index Cornering light function ..... 85, 92 Daytime driving lights ....82, 88 Jack Dipped-beam headlamps ... 82, 88 Operation ........269 Display message ......225 Storage location ......207 Foglamps ....... 82, 86, 88, 92 Jump-starting ........276 Hazard warning lamps ....84, 91 Jump leads ........
Page 14 Index Main-beam headlamps Navigation Adaptive Highbeam Assist ..... 120 On-board computer ....... 111 Display message ....209, 223 NECK-PRO head restraints ....41 Maintenance Resetting after being triggered ..257 Battery ........... 273 Notes on running in a new vehicle . . 178 Manual drive program ......
Page 15 Index Rain closing feature ....... 159 ® PRE-SAFE Brake (vehicles with Resetting ........160 DISTRONIC PLUS) ........ 56 Park Assist Activating/deactivating (on- Parking Guidance ......140 board computer) ......116 Parking ..........100 Display message ......214 Parking aid ® PRE-SAFE system ......
Page 16 Index Restraint system Selector lever For children ........42 Display message ......209 See SRS .......... 35 Sensors Rev counter ........107 Cleaning ......... 202 Reverse gear Service indicator Engaging (manual transmission) ..102 see Service interval display ... 197 Reversing camera ......
Page 17 Index Spare wheel Standard display ......110 Fitting ..........268 Time/Date ........118 Technical data ....... 302 Vehicle ........... 120 Speed Limit Assist ......145 Summer opening Activating/deactivating message see Convenience opening function (on-board computer) ..116 Sun visor ..........172 Displaying (on-board computer) ..
Page 18 Index Through-loading ........ 167 Trip computer Through-loading feature ....169 On-board computer ....... 110 Tightening torque ......272 Trip meter .......... 110 Resetting (on-board computer) ..111 Time Turn signal Setting (on-board computer) ..118 Display message ....222, 223 Setting the time (on-board com- puter) ..........
Page 19 Index Vehicle identification number Winter diesel ........180 (VIN) .......... 286, 287 Winter driving ......189, 190 Vehicle identification plate ....286 Winter tyres ........189 Vehicle tool kit ........207 Limiting the speed (on-board com- puter) ..........135 Vehicle weights ......... 291 Wiper blades Cleaning .........
Page 20 Returning used vehicles the following factors: Mercedes-Benz will take back your operating conditions of your vehicle Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- your personal driving style mentally-responsible manner, in accordance You can influence both factors. with the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.
Page 21 Risk of accident essary specialist knowledge and tools to carry If work on electronic equipment and its soft- out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- ware is carried out incorrectly, this equipment ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz could stop working. The electronic systems Service Centre for this purpose.
Page 22 ESP intervention). This data is used exclusively to: assist in the rectification of faults and defects help Mercedes-Benz optimise and develop vehicle functions. The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements. When your vehicle is serviced by Mercedes- Benz, this technical information can be read from the fault memories.
Page 24: Table Of Contents
Exterior view ........22 Cockpit ..........23 Instrument cluster ......25 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 28 Centre console ........29 Overhead control panel ...... 31 Door control panel ......32...
Page 25: Exterior View
Exterior view Exterior view Function Page Function Page Boot Exterior mirrors Vehicle tool kit Windscreen wipers Rear window heating Opening the bonnet Lights Engine oil Coolant Soft top (Cabriolet) Towing Fuel filler flap Tyres and wheels Demisting the windscreen Flat tyre Cleaning the windows Panorama sliding sunroof* (Coupé)
Page 26: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles Illustration: Cabriolet Function Page Function Page Adjusts the steering wheel manually Automatic transmission*: steering wheel gearshift Adjusts the steering wheel paddles* electrically* Cruise control lever Combination switch Instrument cluster Parking brake PARKTRONIC* warning dis- Releases the parking brake play Light switch Overhead control panel...
Page 27 Cockpit Right-hand-drive vehicles Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Releases the parking brake Ignition lock PARKTRONIC* warning dis- play Start/Stop button* Cruise control lever Adjusts the steering wheel manually Instrument cluster Adjusts the steering wheel Automatic transmission*: electrically* steering wheel gearshift paddles* Combination switch Headlamp range adjust-...
Page 28: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Instrument cluster, kilometres Function Page Function Page Fuel gauge Rev counter Speedometer Clock Segments Instrument cluster lighting brightness control: turn Multifunction display clockwise or anti-clockwise Coolant temperature gauge...
Page 29 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster, miles Function Page Function Page Fuel gauge Rev counter Speedometer Clock Segments Instrument cluster lighting brightness control: turn Multifunction display clockwise or anti-clockwise Coolant temperature gauge...
Page 30 Instrument cluster Indicator and warning lamps Function Page Function Page Seat belt ® Diesel engine: preglow Engine diagnostics Front foglamps Brakes Rear foglamp Coolant Turn signal Dipped-beam headlamps ® Main-beam headlamps Distance warning lamp* Turn signal Reserve fuel * optional...
Page 31: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Further information on operating the multi-function steering wheel ( page 107). Function Page Function Page Multi-function display % Back or deactivates voice control* COMAND APS*/audio sys- tem – see separate operat- = ; Selects a menu ing instructions 9 : Selects a sub- menu or scrolls through...
Page 32: Centre Console
Centre console Centre console Coupé Function Page Function Page Hazard warning lamps Dynamic driving package with sports mode* ATA indicator lamp* Ashtray* 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG Cigarette lighter* OFF warning lamp Socket* ® Gear lever Operates COMAND APS* Selector lever* or the audio system* Stowage compartment Adjusts the seat heating* Cup holder*...
Page 33 Centre console Cabriolet Function Page Function Page Hazard warning lamps Ashtray* Cigarette lighter* ATA indicator lamp* Socket* 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG Gear lever OFF warning lamp Selector lever* ® Stowage compartment Operates COMAND APS* Cup holder* or the audio system* Stowage compartment Adjusts the seat heating* AIRCAP* Seat ventilation*...
Page 34: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear 3 Opens/closes the interior lighting on/off panorama sliding sunroof (Coupé only) with roller sunblind* (Coupé only) | Switches the auto- matic interior lighting con- ê Deactivates the inte- trol on/off rior motion sensor* p Switches the right-...
Page 35: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and steer- n Activates/deacti- ing wheel* vates the override feature Adjusts the seat electri- for the side windows in the rear compartment cally*...
Page 36 Occupant safety ........34 Driving safety systems ....... 52 Anti-theft systems ......58...
Page 37 ( page 66). carry out the work required. the seat belt has been fastened properly Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a page 76). Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- the airbags can inflate properly if they are pose.
Page 38 Occupant safety Triggering of belt tensioners, belt force Never tamper with electronic components limiters and airbags and their software. In the event of a collision, the airbag control unit evaluates important physical data such SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) as duration, direction and force of the vehicle deceleration or acceleration.
Page 39 Occupant safety calculated, additional protection for the could otherwise be triggered in the event vehicle occupants. Not all airbags are of an accident. deployed in an accident. If the seat belt is also equipped with a belt The different airbag systems work inde- force limiter, the force exerted by the seat pendently of each other.
Page 40 Comply with safety regulations when dispos- ing of belt tensioners. Any Mercedes-Benz Coupé: vehicle occupants — in particular, Service Centre can provide details of these children — must not lean their head into the regulations.
Page 41 Occupant safety and you are holding the inside of the steer- stitute a health hazard and does not indicate ing wheel. that there is a fire in the vehicle. Do not lean on the doors/rear sidewalls Risk of injury from the inside. The airbag parts are hot after the airbag has Make sure that there are no people, ani- been deployed.
Page 42 Sidebags independently of the front airbags Risk of injury independently of the belt tensioners If you wish to use seat covers, Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for safety reasons, you Front head airbags (Cabriolet) only use seat covers that have been approved The purpose of the head airbags is to enhance for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 43 Occupant safety Windowbags : are deployed: on the side on which an impact occurs at the start of an accident with a high rate of lateral vehicle deceleration or accelera- tion, e.g. in a side impact independently of the seat belt use independently of the front airbags regardless of whether the front-passenger seat is occupied...
Page 44 Mercedes-Benz ate the soft top. In this case, visit the nearest vehicles. You should fit the restraint system qualified specialist workshop.
Page 45 Benz Service Centre. injury to the child in the event of a sudden change in direction, braking or an accident: It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems. children less than 1.50 m tall and under...
Page 46 Only replace diate vicinity of the front-passenger front damaged covers with genuine Mercedes-Benz airbag when it deploys. covers. a child must never be secured on the front-...
Page 47 Cabriolet: the head airbag, the sidebag and system on the front-passenger seat detects the belt tensioner on the front-passenger whether a special Mercedes-Benz child seat side are still active even if the front- with automatic child seat recognition has passenger front airbag is disabled by the been fitted.
Page 48 Occupant safety Signals from electronic equipment can cause and the front-passenger front airbag will not interference in the automatic child seat rec- deploy during an accident. It is also possible ognition sensor system. This can lead to a that the 6 SRS warning lamp lights up system malfunction.
Page 49 Occupant safety Weight categories Seat positions ¬ ¬ Group II: 15 to 25 kg Group III: 22 to 36 kg Front-passenger seat (front- 7, 8, 9 7, 8, 9 passenger front airbag is not disabled) Front-passenger seat (front- 8, 9, 11 8, 9, 11 passenger airbag is disa- bled*...
Page 50 Occupant safety Suitable seat positions for ISOFIX child restraint systems Weight categories Carrycot 0: up to 0+: up to 13 kg 10 kg Size cate- gory Equipment ISO/L1 ISO/L2 ISO/R1 ISO/R1 ISO/R2 ISO/R3 Rear bench seat, left and right Weight category I: 9 to 18 kg Size category Equipment...
Page 51 Occupant safety Weight catego- Manufac- Type Approval Daimler Automatic ries turer number order num- child seat recognition Category II/III: Britax E1 03 301148 A 000 970 12 15 to 36 kg Römer E1 04 301148 A 000 970 17 KIDFIX E1 04 301198 A 000 970 18 A000 970 19 Recommended ISOFIX child seat securing system...
Page 52 Occupant safety Weight categories Group 0: Group 0: Group 0: Group 0+: Group 0+: Group 0+: up to up to up to up to up to up to 10 kg 10 kg 10 kg 13 kg 13 kg 13 kg Daimler B6 6 86 order...
Page 53 Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of ISO- This could result in serious or even fatal inju- FIX child restraint systems listed on...
Page 54 Occupant safety Cabriolet Route Top Tether belt* = on the left and Coupé right past head restraint :. Coupé: when installing the child seat: Press down the rear of cover ; in the press the upholstery on both slots over direction of the arrow.
Page 55 Driving safety systems Risk of accident The risk of an accident is significantly increased by driving too fast. This is particu- larly the case when cornering as well as on wet or slippery roads or when driving too close to the vehicle in front. The driving safety systems described in this section can neither reduce this risk nor over- ride the laws of physics.
Page 56 Driving safety systems cle when braking and the braking distance late, cause an accident and injure yourself may increase. and others. If ABS is deactivated due to a malfunction, BAS PLUS can detect obstacles that are in the ® then BAS, BAS PLUS* and ESP are also path of your vehicle for an extended period of deactivated.
Page 57 ä warning figuration and operation of the radar sensors lamp flashes in the instrument cluster. checked at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Risk of accident If BAS PLUS is not available due to a malfunc- If the ä warning lamp in the instrument...
Page 58 Driving safety systems ® trailer stabilisation ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- lowing situations: If your trailer begins to lurch, you can only when using snow chains stabilise the vehicle/trailer combination by depressing the brake firmly. in deep snow ®...
Page 59 Driving safety systems ahead or reduce the effects of such a colli- Risk of accident sion. If the å warning lamp in the instrument This function will issue a warning at speeds of cluster lights up when the engine is running, around 30 km/h or more if: ®...
Page 60 Driving safety systems period of time. If you approach an obstacle In order to maintain the appropriate distance to the vehicle in front and thus prevent a ® and PRE-SAFE Brake detects a risk of a col- crash, you must apply the brakes yourself. lision, the system will initially alert you both visually and acoustically.
Page 61 Choose a qualified specialist work- shop for this which has the necessary spe- cialist knowledge and tools for the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. Anti-theft systems Immobiliser The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from To prime: lock the vehicle using the key.
Page 62 Anti-theft systems With KEYLESS GO*: grasp the outside door handle. The key must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is deactivated. Press the Start/Stop button on the dash- board. The key must be inside the vehicle. The alarm is deactivated. Tow-away protection* Remove the key from the ignition lock.
Page 63 Anti-theft systems the side windows are closed Coupé: the panorama sliding sunroof* is closed there are no objects, e.g. mascots, hang- ing on the rear-view mirror or on the roof grab handles This will prevent false alarms. Cabriolet: make sure that the roof is closed.
Page 64 Opening and closing ......62 Boot ............64 Key positions ........65 Seats ............ 66 Steering wheel ........71 Mirrors ..........73 Memory functions* ......75 Seat belts ..........76 Lights ........... 80 Windscreen wipers ......94 Side windows ........94 Driving and parking ......
Page 65 Opening and closing KEYLESS GO* Opening and closing You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using the KEYLESS GO key. To do this, you only The key centrally locks/unlocks: need carry the key with you. When you touch the surface of the sensors on the vehicle's the doors door handles, KEYLESS GO establishes a the boot lid...
Page 66: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing approximately six seconds until the battery check lamp flashes twice. The key now functions as follows: To unlock the driver's door: press the % button once. To unlock centrally: press the % but- ton twice. To lock centrally: press the & button. The KEYLESS GO* function is changed as fol- lows: Pull door handle ;.
Page 67: Boot
Boot Boot Points to remember Risk of poisoning Exhaust fumes could enter the vehicle interior if the engine is running and the boot lid is open. This could poison you. Therefore, you should make sure that the boot lid is always closed when the engine is running.
Page 68: Key Positions
Key positions Opening automatically from outside You can unlock and open the boot lid simul- taneously with the key. To unlock and open: press and hold the F button on the key until the boot lid opens. Opening automatically from inside You can open the tailgate from the driver's To close: pull the boot lid down firmly using seat when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 69 Seats 2 Ignition (power supply for all consumers) If you press Start/Stop button : in this and drive position position once and the driver's door is open, 3 To start the engine the power supply is disconnected again. Even if the key is not for the vehicle in Removing the Start/Stop button question, it will still turn in the ignition lock.
Page 70: Seats
The head restraints in the front seats are fitted with the NECK-PRO system page 41). For this reason, it is not pos- sible to remove the head restraints from the front seats. Please contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for more information.
Page 71 Seats Head restraint height Backrest angle Slide the button forwards or back in the direction of arrow A. Seat height Slide the button up or down in the direction of arrow =. Seat cushion angle Adjust the angle so that your thighs are gently supported.
Page 72 Seats Rear head restraint (Cabriolet) someone becoming trapped, press the seat adjustment switch on the door. Lowering and extending the head restraints from the front Folding the backrest forwards Vehicles without the memory func- tion*: if necessary, release the head restraint and push it down.
Page 73 Seats Make sure the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock. AIRSCARF* (Cabriolet) The AIRSCARF neck-level heating function blows warm air around the heads of car occu- pants. The warm air flows out of the holes in the head restraints. Risk of injury To raise the backrest contour Very hot air can flow out of the vents in the...
Page 74: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel The blower continues running for seven seconds to cool down the heating ele- ments. If the battery voltage is too low, the AIR- SCARF neck-level heating may switch off. Seat ventilation* The three blue indicator lamps in the button indicate the ventilation level you have selec- ted.
Page 75 Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- Risk of accident cally* Only adjust the steering wheel when the vehi- cle is stationary and do not pull away until the steering wheel adjustment mechanism is locked in position. Otherwise, you might drive without the steering wheel adjustment mech- anism being locked in position and be distrac- ted from road and traffic conditions by an...
Page 76: Mirrors
Mirrors Rear-view mirror (manual anti-dazzle) move the steering column adjustment switch in the opposite direction to that in which the steering wheel is moving press one of the memory function position buttons Never leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle. They could open the driver's door and, thereby, unintentionally activate the EASY- ENTRY feature and become trapped.
Page 77 Mirrors Make sure that the key is in position 1 or Make sure that the key is in position 1 in 2 in the ignition lock. the ignition lock. Press button : for the left-hand exterior Briefly press button :. mirror or button ;...
Page 78: Memory Functions
Memory functions* Adjust the seat ( page 66). Memory functions* On the driver's side, also adjust the steer- Storing settings ing wheel ( page 71) and the mirrors page 73). Using the memory button you can store up to three different settings, e. g. for three differ- Press memory button M and press storage ent people.
Page 79 Seat belts Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and as soon as you exceed a speed of that the key is in position 2 in the ignition 10 km/h lock. about ten seconds after you have disen- Press button ; for the exterior mirror on gaged reverse gear the front-passenger side.
Page 80: Seat Belts
This could Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a result in severe or even fatal injuries to the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- child and other occupants.
Page 81 Seat belts the backrest is released or folded forwards. nobody is sitting on the front-passenger side after approximately five seconds. If you press the seat-belt extender button after this, the seat-belt extender will not extend. You can also activate the seat-belt extender by using the seat-belt extender button in the centre console.
Page 82 Seat belts Seat-belt adjustment Further information about the 7 seat belt warning lamp ( page 236). The belt adjustment function adjusts the driv- er's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants. The belt strap Rear seat belt status indicator is tightened slightly when: The rear-compartment seat belt status indi- you engage the belt tongue in the buckle...
Page 83 Notes on the exterior lighting Check whether seat = and the head restraint are adjusted properly For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- page 66). mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some coun-...
Page 84: Lights
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, as soon as ! Switch off the side lamps and parking possible after crossing the border when lamp when you leave the vehicle. This pre- returning.
Page 85 Lights turn the light switch to L in the dark or in Operation fog. N Front foglamps The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's R Rear foglamp lighting at all times. Combination switch Risk of accident K Main-beam headlamps When it is dark or foggy, turn the light switch...
Page 86 Lights Pull the light switch out to the first detent. Press the combination switch beyond the The green N indicator lamp in the instru- pressure point in the direction of arrow page 82). ment cluster lights up. The K indicator lamp in the instrument To switch off: press the light switch in as cluster lights up.
Page 87 Lights If you are driving faster than approximately Risk of accident 55 km/h and no other road users are rec- Adaptive Highbeam Assist is only an aid ognised, the main-beam headlamps are designed to assist driving. The driver is switched on automatically. The K indi- responsible for adjusting the vehicle's lighting cator lamp in the instrument cluster also to the prevailing light, vision and traffic con-...
Page 88 Lights The hazard warning lamps automatically Active light function switch on if: an airbag is deployed. you brake sharply and bring the vehicle to a halt from a speed of more than 70 km/h. The hazard warning lamps still operate if the ignition is switched off.
Page 89 Lights Not active: if you are driving at speeds above The extended range foglamps reduce the 70 km/h or switch off the indicator lamp or glare experienced by the driver and improve turn the steering wheel to the straight-ahead the illumination of the edge of the carriage- position.
Page 90 Notes on the exterior lighting istered. This prevents oncoming traffic from being dazzled. For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Have the headlamps converted at a qualified mends that you drive with the lights switched specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz on even during the daytime.
Page 91 Lights Automatic headlamp mode Operation Risk of accident L Dipped-beam headlamps/ If the light switch is set to c, the lights will main-beam headlamps not come on automatically if it is foggy. This R Rear foglamp could endanger you and others. Therefore, turn the light switch to L in the dark or in N Foglamps fog.
Page 92 Lights Turn the ignition key to position 2 in the Press the combination switch beyond the ignition lock or start the engine. pressure point in the direction of arrow page 88). To switch on: turn the light switch to The K indicator lamp in the instrument T, L or c.
Page 93 Lights despite road users travelling in front of or approaching the vehicle. Thus, you could cause an accident and injure yourself and others. Always observe traffic conditions and, if necessary, dip the lights manually. To activate: activate the Adaptive High- beam Assist using the on-board computer page 120).
Page 94 Lights Turn signals The hazard warning lamp switches off auto- matically after full brake application if the To indicate briefly: press the combination vehicle then reaches a speed of over switch briefly in the direction of arrow E 10 km/h again. or G ( page 88).
Page 95 Lights Cornering light function Motorway mode The cornering light function improves the illu- Motorway mode increases the range of the mination of the road over a wide angle in the beam. direction you are turning, enabling better vis- Active: ibility in tight bends, for example. It can only if you are driving at speeds above be activated when the dipped-beam head- 110 km/h and do not make any large steer-...
Page 96 Lights Not active: if you are driving at speeds above Interior lighting 100 km/h or you switch off the rear foglamp Adjusting the headlamp range (halogen headlamps) Overhead control panel (example: Coupé) u To switch the rear interior lighting on/off (Coupé only) | To switch the automatic interior Headlamp range control lighting control on/off...
Page 97: Windscreen Wipers
Side windows To switch off: press the hazard warning In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate lamp button ( page 91), ( page 84). wiping frequency is set automatically accord- ing to the intensity of the rain. In the Å position, the rain sensor is more sensitive Lock and then unlock the vehicle using the than in the Ä...
Page 98: Side Windows
Side windows Risk of injury Do not leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system. The children could: be seriously or even fatally injured on parts of the vehicle be seriously or even fatally injured by pro- longed exposure to extremely high or extremely low temperatures If children open a door, they could:...
Page 99 Side windows To open all side windows manually: that nobody can become trapped when clos- press switch : as far as the point of resist- ing the side windows. ance. If a side window is obstructed during closing To open all side windows fully: press and reopens again slightly: switch : beyond the point of resistance.
Page 100 Side windows Press and hold the % button again until Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle. the panorama sliding sunroof* is in the desired position. Lock the vehicle with the & button. Press and hold the & button until the side windows and the panorama sliding Convenience closing (Coupé) sunroof* are fully closed.
Page 101 Driving and parking Automatic transmission* Driving and parking Starting the engine Risk of accident Do not place any objects in the driver's foot- well. If you use a floormat or carpet in the driver's footwell, make sure that it is correctly secured and that there is sufficient clearance for the pedals.
Page 102: Driving And Parking
Driving and parking Starting the engine using KEYLESS- The vehicle locks centrally once you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors drop down. Risk of injury You can open the doors from the inside at Your vehicle can be started using a valid KEY- any time.
Page 103 Driving and parking Hill start assist or petrol. Otherwise, the flammable material may ignite and set the vehicle on fire. Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient. To ensure that the vehicle is secured against It holds the vehicle for a short time after you rolling away unintentionally: have removed your foot from the brake pedal.
Page 104: Transmission
Transmission Switching off the engine Transmission Notes on the transmission Risk of accident If the engine is not running, there is no power Risk of accident assistance for the steering and brakes. Steer- The movement of the pedals must not be ing and braking will then require significantly impaired in any way.
Page 105 Transmission Shifting down at too high a speed (trans- Automatic transmission* mission braking) can cause the engine to overrev, leading to engine damage. Shift recommendation The gearshift recommendations assist you in adopting an economical driving style. The rec- ommended gear is shown in the multifunction display.
Page 106 Transmission is shown once more in the multifunction Neutral display. Releasing the brakes will allow you The automatic transmission shifts from the to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to current shift range directly to D. push it or tow it. To select the most effective shift Do not shift the transmission into range: press and hold the selector lever to...
Page 107 Transmission increased sensitivity; this improves driving On vehicles with steering wheel gearshift stability on slippery road surfaces, for paddles*, you can restrict or derestrict the example shift range in the same way as with Touch- shift ( page 103). the automatic transmission shifting up sooner, which results in the vehicle being Program selector button driven at lower engine speeds and the...
Page 108 Transmission Kickdown When the transmission is in position P, N or R, you cannot change gear using the Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. steering wheel gearshift paddles. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. Upshifting The transmission shifts to a lower gear Pull right-hand paddle ;.
Page 109: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Pull the left-hand paddle ( page 105). The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear. If you desire maximum acceleration, push the selector lever to the left or pull and hold the left-hand steering wheel gearshift pad- dle until the transmission shifts to the opti- mal gear for the current speed.
Page 110: On-Board Computer
At temperatures just above freezing point, the required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that street may be icy, especially in wooded areas you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for or on bridges. If you do not adapt your driving this purpose. In particular, work relevant to style to the conditions, the vehicle could skid.
Page 111 On-board computer the buttons on the multi-function steering 9 : Press and hold: wheel. in the Audio menu: selects the pre- vious/next station or selects an audio track or video scene* using the rapid scrolling feature In the Tel (telephone) menu, starts rapid scrolling through the telephone book a Confirms selections and hides...
Page 112 On-board computer Status indicator Vehicles with manual transmission The status indicator in the multi-function dis- play shows you values as well as information about assistance systems and the transmis- sion. Vehicles with automatic transmission* Outside temperature Digital speedometer Gearshift recommendation Further information on gearshift recommen- dations ( page 102).
Page 113 On-board computer Press and hold the % button on the Function steering wheel until the Trip menu with : Trip menu ( page 110) trip meter : and total distance recorder ; is shown. ; Navi* menu (navigation details) page 111) Trip computer "From start"...
Page 114 On-board computer Displaying the range and current fuel Resetting consumption Press = or ; on the steering wheel Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the Trip menu. to select the Trip menu. You can reset the values of the following func- tions: trip meter trip computer "From start"...
Page 115 On-board computer Route guidance inactive decreases in size as you approach the announced change of direction. Change of direction announced with change of lane Lane recommendations are only displayed if the relevant data is available on the digital map. Direction of travel display (example) Direction of travel Current road* Route guidance active...
Page 116 On-board computer Navigation status indicators in the multi- To select a stored channel: briefly press function display the 9 or : button. Display messages are shown in the multi- To select a channel from the channel function display, for example: list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button.
Page 117 On-board computer play. The current track does not appear in Telephone menu audio AUX mode (Auxiliary audio mode: exter- Functions and displays are dependent on the nal audio source connected). optional equipment installed in your vehicle. You can establish a Bluetooth connection to Operating the TV* the audio system or to COMAND APS* (see Depending on the digital TV broadcaster,...
Page 118 On-board computer Accepting a call If only one telephone number is stored for a name: press the 6 or a button If someone calls you and you are in the Tel to start dialling. menu, a display message appears in the multi-function display, for example: If there is more than one number for a particular name: press the 6 or a...
Page 119 On-board computer for five seconds. Other messages in the multi- Press = or ; on the steering wheel function display will be faded out for this to select the Assist. menu. length of time. Press the 9 or : button to select When Speed Limit Assist is operational and Distance display.
Page 120 On-board computer The selected units apply to: Service menu trip meter and total distance recorder trip computer the digital speedometer in the Trip menu the navigation instructions in the Navi* menu cruise control In the Service menu you can: SPEEDTRONIC call up display messages ( page 208) DISTRONIC PLUS*...
Page 121 On-board computer Selecting the permanent display func- Depending on the audio system fitted, time and date are received from GPS satellites and tion* therefore cannot be set using the on-board This function is only available for vehicles with computer. Refer to the following table. automatic transmission*.
Page 122 You can also have the dipped-beam head- lamps set for driving on the right/left at a cornering light function qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a extended range foglamps Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Further information ( page 87)( page 81) and ( page 192).
Page 123 On-board computer Press the : or 9 button to select the Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist* on/off Surround lighting: function. You will see the selected setting: on or Press the = or ; button on the steer- off. ing wheel to select the Settings menu. Press the a button to save the setting.
Page 124 On-board computer Convenience For more information on the automatic door locking feature, see ( page 63). Activating/deactivating the EASY- Press the = or ; button on the steer- ENTRY/EXIT feature* ing wheel to select the Settings menu. You can use the Easy Entry/Exit: function Press the : or 9 button to select the to activate or deactivate the easy-entry/exit Vehicle submenu.
Page 125 Driving systems Switching the fold in mirrors when lock- Press the : or 9 button to select ing* function on/off Yes or No. Press the a button to confirm the selec- If you switch on the Fold mirrors in when locking: function, the exterior mirrors fold tion.
Page 126: Driving Systems
Driving systems to avoid exceeding the set speed. On long and The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control steep downhill gradients, especially if the lever indicates which system you have selec- vehicle is laden or towing a trailer, you must ted: shift to a lower gear in good time or select LIM indicator lamp off:...
Page 127 Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Setting a speed speed Press the cruise control lever to the pres- You can store the current speed if you are sure point, up : for a higher speed or ® driving faster than 30 km/h and ESP is acti- down ? for a lower speed.
Page 128 Driving systems Briefly press the cruise control lever in the Risk of accident direction of arrow A. Do not change down for additional engine Variable Speedtronic is selected. LIM indi- braking on a slippery road surface. This could cator lamp ; in the cruise control lever cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and lights up.
Page 129 Driving systems when changing to a lane with faster moving must also apply the brakes yourself if this traffic braking power is not sufficient. If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a risk of collision in complex driving situations or where the with a vehicle in front, an intermittent warning lanes are diverted, e.g.
Page 130 Driving systems Selecting Distronic Plus Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ? or press it up : or down A to the Check whether LIM indicator lamp = is off. pressure point. If it is off, Distronic Plus is already selected. Distronic Plus is selected.
Page 131 Driving systems Pulling away Risk of accident If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove Never get out of the vehicle when DISTRONIC your foot from the brake pedal. PLUS is activated. DISTRONIC PLUS must never be operated or Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards deactivated by a passenger or from outside you ?.
Page 132 Driving systems Making adjustments in 10 km/h incre- The sounding of the horn alerts you to the fact ments that the vehicle has been parked while Dis- tronic Plus is still activated. The sound Briefly press the cruise control lever becomes louder if you attempt to lock the beyond the pressure point, up : for a vehicle.
Page 133 Driving systems If Distronic Plus detects a vehicle in front, segments ; between speed of the vehicle in front : and stored speed = light up. Distronic Plus displays in the multi- function display In the Assistance menu ( page 116) of the on-board computer, you can select the dis- tance display and activate or deactivate the ®...
Page 134 Driving systems multi-function display while Distronic Plus is The last speed stored remains stored until activated: you switch off the engine. Distronic Plus is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. If you accel- erate briefly to overtake, Distronic Plus adjusts the vehicle's speed to the last speed stored after you have finished over- taking.
Page 135 Driving systems Cornering, entering and exiting a bend Narrow vehicles The ability of Distronic Plus to detect vehicles Distronic Plus does not detect the vehicle in when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may front on the edge of the carriageway, because brake unexpectedly or too late.
Page 136 Driving systems Distronic Plus may detect vehicles that are Risk of accident crossing your lane by mistake. Activating Dis- Speedtronic is only an aid designed to assist tronic Plus at traffic lights with crossing traf- driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's fic, for example, could cause your vehicle to speed and for braking in good time.
Page 137 Driving systems Storing the current speed or calling up To switch between cruise control or Dis- the last stored speed tronic Plus* and variable Speedtronic To deactivate variable Speedtronic Risk of accident Only select a stored speed if you know what Selecting variable Speedtronic that speed is and whether it is suitable for the current driving and traffic situation.
Page 138 Driving systems Briefly press the cruise control lever in the Setting permanent Speedtronic direction of arrow A. Press = or ; to select the Set‐ LIM indicator lamp ; in the cruise control tings menu. lever goes out. Variable Speedtronic is Press : or 9 to highlight the Vehi‐...
Page 139 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function the driver's door is closed or your seat belt is fastened. The HOLD function is deactivated automati- the parking brake is not applied. cally if: the bonnet is closed. you accelerate. On vehicles with automatic transmission*, this occurs only if D or R is on vehicles with automatic transmission*, selected.
Page 140 Driving systems You will see a warning message in the multi- Dynamic handling package with function display if the HOLD function is acti- sports mode* vated and: The most important part of the dynamic han- the driver's door is opened and you release dling package with sports mode is the adjust- the seat belt.
Page 141 Driving systems more responsive. On vehicles with auto- matic transmission*, drive program S is selected. Comfort tuning In comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable. Select this mode if you prefer a more comfortable driving style, but also when driving fast on straight roads, e.g.
Page 142 Driving systems Front sensors Centre Approximately 100 cm Corners Approximately 60 cm Rear sensors Centre Approximately 120 cm Corners Approximately 80 cm ! When parking, pay particular attention to Warning display for front area Left-hand side of the vehicle objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer towbars.
Page 143 Driving systems One or more segments light up as the vehicle Parking Guidance* approaches an obstacle, depending on the Parking Guidance is an electronic parking aid vehicle's distance to the obstacle. with ultrasound. Ultrasound is used to meas- From the: ure the road on both sides of the vehicle.
Page 144 Driving systems ! If unavoidable, you should drive over Risk of injury obstacles such as kerbs slowly and not at Make sure that no persons or animals are in a sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage the manoeuvring range. Otherwise, they the wheels or tyres.
Page 145 Driving systems A parking space is displayed while you are If necessary, reverse towards the parking driving past it, and until you are approx- space. This is indicated by an arrow point- imately 15 m away from it. ing backwards. Continue reversing until you hear an acous- tic signal.
Page 146 Driving systems in the multi-function display will direct you The reversing camera is located in the handle to the final position. strip of the boot lid. Manoeuvre, if necessary. Always observe the warning messages dis- played by PARKTRONIC ( page 138). Cancelling Parking Guidance Press the PARKTRONIC button on the centre console (...
Page 147 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use injure yourself and others. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. ATTENTION ASSIST assesses your level of fatigue or increasing inattentiveness taking...
Page 148 Driving systems Warning and display messages in the The display appears when traffic signs stating multi-function display the speed limit have been detected. Example Example: vehicles with automatic transmission* Traffic sign symbol showing the speed Activate ATTENTION ASSIST with the on- limit board computer ( page 116).
Page 149 Driving systems Activate the Speed Limit Assist warning the windscreen is dirty, misted up or cov- function using the on-board computer ered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicinity page 116). of the camera. Symbol ; appears. When speed limit the traffic signs are covered, for instance sign : is detected, the speed limit appears by dirt, snow or trees.
Page 150: Air Conditioning
Air conditioning Air conditioning Overview of air-conditioning systems The vehicle is equipped with one of the following air-conditioning systems: 2-zone THERMATIC automatic air conditioning THERMATIC 2-zone automatic climate con- trol combines an automatic heating and ven- tilation system with a cooling system. You can control the temperature separately for the driver's and front-passenger sides.
Page 151 Air conditioning The integrated filter can filter out most Risk of accident particles of dust and completely filters out Observe the settings recommended on the pollen. A clogged filter reduces the amount following pages. Otherwise, the windows of air supplied to the vehicle interior. For could mist up.
Page 152 Air conditioning wise, the windows could mist up due to for the front-passenger side as well. The a lack of fresh air. indicator lamp above the á button goes out. use the "ZONE" function to adopt the temperature settings on the driver's side Thermotronic luxury 3-zone automatic climate control* Function Function...
Page 153 Air conditioning switched off. Only select this setting briefly, Function otherwise the windows may mist up. Increases the temperature Activate the air conditioning primarily Display using the Ã button ( page 151). Reduces the temperature Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 154 Air conditioning To activate: press the ¿ button. Thermatic 2-zone automatic climate con- trol: press button F ( page 148). The indicator lamp above the ¿ button comes on. Thermotronic 3-zone luxury automatic cli- To switch off: press the ¿ button. mate control*: press button I The indicator lamp above the ¿...
Page 155 Air conditioning THERMOTRONIC luxury 3-zone auto- bare skin in the immediate vicinity of the matic climate control* vents. Keep bare skin away from these air outlets. If necessary, direct the airflow away to a different area of the vehicle interior. In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes:...
Page 156 Air conditioning Setting the side air vents To open/close: turn control : clockwise or anti-clockwise. Setting the AIRSCARF vents* (Cabriolet) Risk of injury When AIRSCARF is in operation, very hot air can flow from the vents in the head restraints. This could cause burns to bare skin in the immediate vicinity of the vents.
Page 157 Air conditioning To open/close: turn control : up or Setting the airflow down. Thermatic 2-zone automatic climate control Setting the air distribution Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. ¯ directs the airflow through the demis- To increase/reduce: press button G up ter vents or down ( page 148).
Page 158 Air conditioning side is not adopted for the front-passenger Thermotronic luxury 3-zone automatic side. climate control*: press button F or J up or down ( page 149). Thermotronic luxury 3-zone automatic cli- mate control*: the temperature setting on the driver's side is not adopted for the Thermatic 2-zone automatic climate front-passenger side or the rear compart- control: press button G up or down...
Page 159 Air conditioning Air-recirculation mode is activated auto- Switching the rear window heating matically at high outside temperatures. on/off When air-recirculation mode is activated Risk of accident automatically, the indicator lamp above the Clear all windows of ice or snow before setting g button is not lit.
Page 160 Air conditioning Convenience closing: press and hold Convenience closing: press and hold the the g button until the side windows and g button until the side windows are closed. the panorama sliding sunroof* are closed. The indicator lamp above the g button The indicator lamp above the g button lights up.
Page 161 Sliding sunroof (Coupé) Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition Do not allow anything to protrude from the lock or remove it. sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could be damaged. To switch on: press the Ì button. The indicator lamp above the Ì button When the sliding sunroof is open, apart lights up.
Page 162: Sliding Sunroof (Coupé)
Sliding sunroof (Coupé) The panorama sliding sunroof remains raised If you press the switch beyond the point at the rear in order to allow ventilation of the of resistance, an automatic opening/clos- vehicle interior. ing process is started in the corresponding direction.
Page 163 Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition case, reduce speed or stop in order to close lock. the soft top fully. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Pull or push the switch in the corresponding direction. mends that you only open or close the soft top when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 164: Soft Top (Cabriolet)
Soft top (Cabriolet) the boot lid must be closed. Closing Make sure that the boot separator is closed the fabric must not be dirty, wet or fro- page 163). zen. Close the boot lid. With the soft-top switch Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 165 Soft top (Cabriolet) With the key the Soft top in operation message appears in the multifunction display. Risk of injury you hear a warning tone for up to ten sec- Make sure nobody can be trapped or injured onds when pulling away or while driving by moving parts such as the soft-top linkage The soft top can be locked again if it is not or soft-top compartment cover when opening...
Page 166 Soft top (Cabriolet) the backrest could collide with the draught stop here. Fitting Take the draught stop out of the bag. Closing the boot separator Pull boot separator : by the handle in the direction of the arrow until it rests on the sides of the boot.
Page 167 Soft top (Cabriolet) Push catch A out to position 6 in the fix- AIRCAP has the following components: ture on the left-hand side. a wind deflector between the windscreen Fold up upper section : of the draught and the soft top stop.
Page 168: Loading And Stowing
Loading and stowing Retracting AIRCAP Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. Press button :. The two indicator lamps on the AIRCAP but- ton go out. Wind deflector ; retracts. The head restraints on the rear bench seats and AIRCAP draught stop = move to the low- est position simultaneously.
Page 169 Loading and stowing The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- Do not place hard objects in the map pockets. cle are dependent on the distribution of the Objects must not protrude from the map load within the vehicle. For this reason, you pockets.
Page 170 Loading and stowing Stowage compartment in the centre Through-loading facility in the rear com- console partment (Cabriolet) Coupé shown as an example Fold down rear seat armrest =. To open: slide cover : back. Pull handle : and fold cover ; down- wards.
Page 171 Loading and stowing Fitting Cup holder* in the centre console Example: Coupé Insert left and right grooves ; of the cup Cup holder holder into side tongues =. Simultane- Cover ously insert the cup holder in such a way that the wedge of the upper section of cup To open: slide cover ;...
Page 172 Loading and stowing Risk of poisoning Always drive with the boot lid closed. Exhaust fumes could otherwise enter the vehicle inte- rior. Folding the rear seat backrest forwards Cabriolet (double cup holder, lengthways) To open (Coupé): slide cover : forwards. To open (Cabriolet): slide the cover in the direction of arrow ;...
Page 173 Loading and stowing Folding the rear seat backrest back Securing a load Lashing eyelets Risk of injury Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you: brake sharply change direction suddenly are involved in an accident If necessary, move the driver's or front-...
Page 174 ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you To open: pull handle : upwards. only use roof rack systems which have been tested and approved for Mercedes-...
Page 175 Features Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent dam- Features age to the vehicle. Sun visors Position the load on the roof rack in such a way that the vehicle will not sustain dam- Risk of accident age even when it is in motion. Keep the mirrors in the sun visors covered Depending on the vehicle's equipment, while driving.
Page 176: Features
Features To refit the insert: press insert = into the Rear-window roller sunblind* holder until it engages. (Coupé) To close: press cover : briefly at the front. The cover moves back. Ashtray in the rear compartment ! Make sure that the roller sunblind can move freely.
Page 177 Features Make sure that the key is in position 2 in To open: slide cover : forwards until it the ignition lock. engages. Slide cover : forwards until it engages. Lift up the cover of socket ;. Press in cigarette lighter ;. To close: press cover : briefly at the Cigarette lighter ;...
Page 178 Floormat* on the driver's side tronics and mobile phones, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an approved exterior Risk of accident aerial. An exterior aerial conducts the elec-...
Page 180 Running-in notes ....... 178 Refuelling ........... 178 Engine compartment ......180 Tyres and wheels ......184 Winter driving ........189 Driving tips ........190 Driving abroad ........192 Trailer towing* ........193 Service ..........197 Care ............ 198...
Page 181: Running-In Notes
Refuelling Running-in notes Refuelling The first 1,500 km Refuelling Risk of accident Risk of explosion New brake pads/linings only have optimal Fuel is highly flammable. Fire, naked flames braking performance after several hundred and smoking are therefore prohibited when kilometres. Until then, compensate for this by handling fuels.
Page 182 In some countries, the fuel grade available may not be adequate and could cause cok- ing around the inlet valve. In such cases, and in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the petrol may be mixed with the additive recommended by Mercedes-Benz (part no.
Page 183 Do not add such fuels to diesel fuel and do approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain not use any special additives (exception: further information from any Mercedes-Benz flow improvers – see "Low outside temper- Service Centre.
Page 184: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment The bonnet release lever is located in the Risk of injury driver's footwell. The radiator fan between the radiator and the engine can start automatically, even if the key has been removed from the ignition lock. For this reason, you must not reach into the fan rotation area.
Page 185 Engine compartment Lower the bonnet and let it fall from a Pull oil dipstick : out of the oil dipstick height of approximately 20 cm. tube. Check that the bonnet has engaged prop- Wipe off oil dipstick :. erly. Insert oil dipstick : into the oil dipstick tube to the stop, and take it out again.
Page 186 Engine compartment imum mark on the dipstick, the engine or Slowly turn cap : half a turn anti-clock- catalytic converter could be damaged. wise and allow excess pressure to escape. Have excess oil siphoned off. Turn cap : further anti-clockwise and remove it.
Page 187 Risk of accident Tyres and wheels Tyres, wheels or accessories which have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz for your Points to remember vehicle or are not used as they should be, can ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- impair driving safety.
Page 188: Tyres And Wheels
Mercedes-Benz for your vehi- The MOExtended run-flat system may only be cle. used in combination with the activated tyre...
Page 189 Tyres and wheels The applicable value for the "Minispare" Vehicles with the MOExtended run-flat system are not equipped with the TIREFIT emergency spare wheel* is stated on the spare wheel and in the technical data sec- kit. tion. It is therefore recommended to additionally equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT kit when The load condition "partially laden"...
Page 190 Risk of accident make sure that only a valve cap approved The tyre pressure loss warning system does by Mercedes-Benz is fitted on the tyre not warn you of an incorrectly set tyre pres- valve. sure. The table on the inside of the fuel filler flap will help you decide whether the tyre pressures should be corrected.
Page 191 Tyres and wheels The tyre pressure loss warning system does Risk of accident not replace the need to regularly check your The tyre pressure loss warning system can vehicle's tyre pressures, since an even loss of only give reliable warnings if you have set the pressure on several tyres at the same time correct tyre pressure.
Page 192: Winter Driving
Points to remember restart will continue to be monitored. Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Interchanging the wheels Service Centre, at the onset of winter. Observe the notes in the "Changing a wheel"...
Page 193 Driving tips by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding standard of quality. Rolling with the engine switched off If you intend to fit snow chains, please bear...
Page 194: Driving Tips
Driving tips higher speed. This improves the grip of the Brakes brakes. Risk of accident Do not change down for additional engine Wet roads braking on a slippery road surface. This could If driving in heavy rain for a prolonged period cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and of time without braking, there may be a the vehicle could skid.
Page 195: Driving Abroad
Brake pads/linings which have not mind that: been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not of an equivalent quality could the maximum permissible still water depth affect your vehicle's operating safety.
Page 196: Trailer Towing
Trailer towing* countries. When using symmetrical lights, the Risk of accident edge of the carriageway is not illuminated as Make sure that the ball coupling is engaged, widely and as far ahead as normal. either in its folded-out or folded-in position, On vehicles with Intelligent Light System*, and that the indicator lamp is off.
Page 197 Trailer towing* the permissible rear axle load of the towing vehicle the maximum permissible gross vehicle weight of both the towing vehicle and the trailer You will find the applicable permissible val- ues, which must not be exceeded, in the vehi- cle documents.
Page 198 If you need what the maximum permitted speed is. additional braking, depress the brake pedal For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- repeatedly rather than continuously. imum permissible rear axle load is increased Risk of accident when towing a trailer.
Page 199 Trailer towing* Driving tips Maintain a greater distance from the vehi- cle in front than when driving without a trailer. Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake gently at first to allow the trailer to run on. Then, increase the braking force rapidly. The values given for gradient-climbing capabilities from a standstill refer to sea level.
Page 200: Service
You can obtain further information about Insert connector with lug : into installing the trailer electrics from a qualified groove ; on the socket and turn the con- specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz nector clockwise to the stop. Service Centre. Make the cover engage.
Page 201 Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for information to a qualified specialist work- retaining the quality in the long term. shop, for example a Mercedes-Benz Service Use only care products and cleaning agents Centre, they can inform you of the costs the recommended and approved by Mercedes- service will incur.
Page 202: Care
Care and the wiper blades. This will prevent smears Risk of accident and reduce wiping noises caused by residue Braking efficiency is reduced after washing on the windscreen. the vehicle. This could cause an accident. For this reason, following a car wash, drive with High-pressure cleaners particular care until the brakes are dry.
Page 203 To restore this resistance, clean your soft top wards. with Mercedes-Benz soft top care products. Remove: Incorrect cleaning and care, as well as ageing, can cause soft-top seams to leak. Have the...
Page 204 Care Mercedes-Benz and rinse it with clean Cleaning AIRCAP* water. Cleaning the wind deflector ! Do not use high-pressure cleaning equip- Clean the wind deflector on the windscreen ment to clean the net. with the soft top closed. Cleaning the AIRCAP draught stop Apply the parking brake firmly.
Page 205 Clean the inside and outside of the win- dows with a damp cloth and a cleaning product approved and recommended by Mercedes-Benz. ! Clean the water drainage channels of the windscreen and the rear window at regular intervals. Under certain circumstances,...
Page 206 When cleaning the steering wheel boss and Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome dashboard, do not use cockpit sprays or care product approved by Mercedes-Benz. cleaning agents containing solvents. Cleaning agents containing solvents cause the surface Trailer tow hitch*...
Page 207 For leather Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning care, use a leather care agent recom- products recommended and approved by mended by Mercedes-Benz. You can Mercedes-Benz. obtain information about this from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 208 Where will I find...? ......206 Display messages ......208 Troubleshooting ........ 230 Locking/unlocking in an emer- gency ..........249 Resetting the active bonnet (pedestrian protection) after trig- gering ..........256 Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head restraints ........257 Manually lowering the head restraints in the rear (Cabriolet) ..
Page 209 Where will I find...? The first-aid kit is located on the right-hand Where will I find...? side trim panel (when viewed in the direction Warning triangle of travel). The warning triangle is secured on the inside of the boot lid. Release Velcro fastener :.
Page 210: Where Will I Find
Where will I find...? When using the jack, you should also Vehicle tool kit and "Minispare" observe the safety notes in the "Flat tyre" emergency spare wheel* section ( page 270). The vehicle tool kit and "Minispare" emer- gency spare wheel etc. are located in the Open the boot floor ( page 171).
Page 211: Display Messages
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 212 Mercedes- Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 213 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Select With the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS* activated, you Park (P) have: opened the driver's door and released the seat belt or switched off the engine or opened the bonnet A tone may also sound at regular intervals.
Page 214 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC currently DISTRONIC PLUS* is deactivated and is temporarily not PLUS unavaila‐ operational if: ble See the DISTRONIC PLUS* cover in the radiator grille is dirty. Owner's the sensors in the bumpers are dirty. Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
Page 215 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC - - - km/h A condition for activating DISTRONIC PLUS* has not been met PLUS or the system is outside the operating temperature range. Close the bonnet and the driver's door. Move the selector lever to D.
Page 216 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Parking inopera‐ PARKTRONIC* is inoperative. Guidance tive Observe the notes on PARKTRONIC* in the "Troubleshooting" section ( page 243). Parking cancelled Parking Guidance* is deactivated, because: Guidance the vehicle is skidding. the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
Page 217 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tyre pressure loss warning system is faulty. Run Flat inopera‐ Indicator tive Visit a qualified specialist workshop. A display message for the tyre pressure loss warning system Check then was shown.
Page 218 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE Functions Risk of accident limited ® PRE-SAFE Brake* is faulty. BAS PLUS* or the distance warn- See Own‐ ing signal may also have failed. er's Man‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Radar sen‐...
Page 219 Mercedes- Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 220 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Risk of accident The bonnet is open. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Close the bonnet.
Page 221 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ESP inop‐ Risk of accident erative ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist See Own‐ ® and ESP trailer stabilisation are not available due to a mal- er's Man‐...
Page 222 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes are: a faulty alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely, paying attention to road and traffic conditions and leave the engine running.
Page 223 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions EBD, ABS Risk of accident and ESP ® EBV (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, inopera‐ ® ® PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill start assist and ESP tive See trailer stabilisation are not available due to a malfunction.
Page 224 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The poly-V-belt may have torn. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Check the poly-V-belt. If the poly-V-belt is not damaged: do not start the engine again until the display message disappears.
Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Left cor‐ The left- or right-hand cornering lamp* is faulty. nering Visit a qualified specialist workshop. light Right cor‐ nering light Left The left- or right-hand dipped-beam headlamp is faulty. dipped Halogen headlamp: replace the bulb ( page 260).
Page 226 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is faulty. Rear left indicator Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Rear right indicator Left mir‐ The turn signal in the left-hand and/or right-hand exterior ror indi‐...
Page 227 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left- or right-hand licence plate lamp is faulty. Left licence Visit a qualified specialist workshop. plate lamp Right licence plate lamp Left fog The left-hand or right-hand front foglamp* is faulty. lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 228 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A Switch warning tone also sounds. off lights Coupé: Turn the light switch to $ or c. If the rear foglamp is switched on: press the light switch in to the stop.
Page 229 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Key not The KEYLESS-GO key* is not in the vehicle. A warning tone detected also sounds. (red display When you switch the engine off, you cannot lock the vehicle message) centrally or start the engine again.
Page 230 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have put the wrong key in the ignition lock. Key does Use the correct key. belong to vehicle Close At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds. doors to Close all doors and lock the vehicle again.
Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Risk of injury left mal‐ SRS has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The function 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Consult Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 232 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Malfunc‐ Risk of injury tion Con‐ The roll bars are defective. sult work‐ Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. shop Converti‐ If you drive at speeds of more than 40 km/h, you cannot open ble Top or close the roof.
Page 233: Troubleshooting
Mercedes- Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 234 Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the rear window heating will switch back on automatically. Vehicles with auto- A special Mercedes-Benz child seat with automatic child seat rec- matic child seat recog- ognition has been fitted to the front-passenger seat. The front- nition on the front- passenger airbag has therefore been disabled as desired.
Page 235 Troubleshooting Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! The yellow ABS Risk of accident warning lamp is ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a fault. For this lit while the ®...
Page 236 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ä The yellow ESP ® Risk of accident warning lamp ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of flashes while the skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. vehicle is in Cruise control or Distronic Plus* is deactivated.
Page 237 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions J The red brake You are driving with the parking brake applied. system warning Release the parking brake. lamp comes on The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. while the vehicle is moving.
Page 238 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ? The red coolant The coolant temperature has exceeded 130 †. The airflow to the warning lamp radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may be too low. comes on while The engine is not being cooled sufficiently and may be damaged.
Page 239 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 7 The red seat belt The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger warning lamp to fasten their seat belts. lights up for six Fasten your seat belt ( page 76).
Page 240 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 8 The yellow The fuel level has fallen below the reserve range. reserve fuel Refuel at the nearest filling station. warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. Warning tones Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The anti-theft warning You have opened the vehicle with the anti-theft alarm system still...
Page 241 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You hear a warning The red distance warning lamp* · lights up while the vehicle tone. is in motion. Observe the explanations for the distance warning lamp* page 232). Accident Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of fire vehicle.
Page 242 Troubleshooting Seat belt Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat-belt extender Risk of injury is unable to be retrac- The seat-belt extender is defective. ted. Push back the seat-belt extender with force. Have the seat-belt extender checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 243 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The fuel tank in a vehi- There is air in the fuel system. cle with a diesel engine Refuel the vehicle (at least 5 litres). has been run com- Turn the ignition on for at least 10 seconds. Turn the key to pletely dry and the position 2 ( page 65) in the ignition lock.
Page 244 Troubleshooting Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine will not The HOLD function or Distronic Plus* is activated. start. Switch off HOLD ( page 136) or Distronic Plus ( page 131). Try to start the engine again. The engine will not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics.
Page 245 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Vehicles with a petrol There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or a mechanical engine: component of the engine control unit. The engine is not run- Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. ning smoothly and is Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist misfiring.
Page 246 Troubleshooting Automatic transmission* Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 247 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments The problem may be caused by an external source of radio or in the PARKTRONIC ultrasound waves. warning display are lit. See if PARKTRONIC functions in a different location. PARKTRONIC is deacti- vated after approx- imately 20 seconds.
Page 248 Troubleshooting Side windows Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A side window will not An object is obstructing the side window and preventing it from close. closing. Remove the object(s). Close the side window. You cannot see the cause. Close the side window with increased force or without the anti- entrapment feature ( page 95).
Page 249 Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The soft top was opened and closed several times in succession. The soft-top drive has been deactivated automatically for safety reasons. You can open or close the soft top again after approximately ten minutes.
Page 250 Troubleshooting Exterior mirrors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions An exterior mirror has Vehicles with exterior mirrors that cannot be folded in/out elec- been pushed out of trically: position. Move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually. Vehicles with electrically folding exterior mirrors*: Press the mirror-folding button* ( page 73) repeatedly until you hear a distinct click.
Page 251 ( page 249). You have lost a key. Have the key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the manual locks changed too. You have lost the emer- Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
Page 252: Locking/Unlocking In An Emergency
275) or connect to a trickle than four weeks. charger. Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The vehicle is to be left Damage resulting from non-use may occur if the vehicle is parked parked up for longer up for long periods.
Page 253 Locking/unlocking in an emergency Insert the emergency key element into the Insert the emergency key element into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. Turn the emergency key element anti- Turn the emergency key element clockwise clockwise to position 1.
Page 254 Locking/unlocking in an emergency In these situations, it is better to get in touch with a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Risk of injury Remove wristwatches and any jewellery such as rings or bracelets. You could otherwise get caught, injured and damage the vehicle.
Page 255 Locking/unlocking in an emergency approximately a quarter of a turn anti- clockwise. Make sure catch B is not pulled in again. If this happens, pull out catch B again as far as possible and turn it about a quarter turn anti-clockwise. Pull the straps between the soft-top com- partment hinges and the soft-top compart- ment.
Page 256 Locking/unlocking in an emergency Risk of injury Each person takes a strap. Do not reach between the cover halves and Pulling with force, simultaneously lift out the hinges. You could otherwise become trap- the cover of the soft-top compartment ped. back/up by the straps in the direction of the arrow.
Page 257 Locking/unlocking in an emergency Lower soft-top compartment cover L. To close To lock With your hand flat, press down the mate- Pull off the cover of the roof lock behind the rial tensioning frame until it rests on soft- overhead control panel. top support M of the soft-top compart- Insert the hex-socket wrench into the roof ment cover.
Page 258 Have the soft-top mechanism repaired Turn the emergency key element back and immediately at a qualified specialist work- remove it. shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Press the soft-top compartment cover Releasing the parking lock manually again if the boot lid cannot be opened.
Page 259: Resetting The Active Bonnet (Pedestrian Protection) After Triggering
Resetting the active bonnet (pedestrian protection) after triggering in cloth) from the right-hand edge, pulling Resetting it up and out. Risk of accident Press release button ; down and simul- If you pull the bonnet release lever and then taneously move the selector lever out of neglect to reset the bonnet, it will not lock at position P.
Page 260: Resetting Triggered Neck-Pro Head Restraints
Cover ; Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have can only be released when the soft top is in NECK-PRO head restraints checked at a quali- this position.
Page 261: Aircap* - Fitting/Removing The Wind Deflector (Cabriolet)
AIRCAP* - fitting/removing the wind deflector (Cabriolet) Bolts on the AIRCAP draught stop between the Push the emergency key into two head restraints in the rear compartment holes : between the head restraints until Use the 4 mm hex-socket wrench to turn cover ;...
Page 262: Changing Batteries (Key)
If a battery is swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. Environmental note Do not dispose of batteries with the house- hold rubbish. They contain highly toxic sub- stances. Take discharged batteries to a qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz...
Page 263 Risk of injury required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You could Centre for this purpose. In particular, work get an electric shock and be seriously or even...
Page 264: Changing Bulbs
: Cornering light*: H7 55 W Due to their location, have the bulbs in the Changing bulbs left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified Dipped-beam headlamps (halogen specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz headlamps) Service Centre. Switch off the lights. Open the bonnet.
Page 265 Due to their location, have the bulbs in the Remove the bulb from bulb holder ;. left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. Service Centre. Insert bulb holder ; and turn it clockwise.
Page 266: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Flat tyre Replacing the wiper blades Fitting Slide the new wiper blade into the retainer Risk of accident on the wiper arm in the opposite direction The windscreen will not longer be wiped prop- to the arrow. erly if the wiper blades are worn. This could Turn the wiper blade parallel to the wiper prevent you from observing the traffic condi- arm.
Page 267 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- immediately. pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes.
Page 268 Flat tyre Risk of injury Comply with the manufacturer's safety instructions shown on the sticker on the elec- tric air pump. Your vehicle may be equipped with one of two different air pumps. Version 1 can be identi- fied by the flap, behind which the hose with the pressure gauge and cable are located;...
Page 269 If a pressure of 1.8 bar is not reached required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that after five minutes: you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to Switch off and disconnect the electric air safety or on safety-related systems must be pump and drive the vehicle forwards or carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 270 Mercedes-Benz recom- Insert connector ? into the socket of the mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service cigarette lighter* ( page 173) or into a Centre for this purpose. In particular, work...
Page 271 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to Changing a wheel and fitting the safety or on safety-related systems must be spare wheel* carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 272 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 273 Flat tyre On downhill gradients: place the folding slip off the jack wheel chock or a similar item behind the injure you or others wheels of the front and rear axle. be damaged. Thus, it is important to make sure that the jack is positioned correctly in the respective jack- ing points.
Page 274 Consult a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or Service 24h for this pur- pose.
Page 275 Flat tyre Place the emergency spare wheel onto the Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross- centring pin and push it on. wise pattern in the sequence indica- ted (: to A). The tightening torque is 130 Nm. Risk of accident Have the tightening torque checked immedi- ately after a wheel is changed.
Page 276: Battery
The maximum permissible distance that can Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if be driven in run-flat mode depends to a large you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for extent on the loads placed on the vehicle. It a long period of time.
Page 277 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you environmentally responsible manner. Take have work involving the battery, e.g. them to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or removal, charging and replacement, car- to a special collection point for old batteries. ried out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 278 Battery Remove the key if you park the vehicle and do not require any electrical consum- ers. The vehicle will then use very little energy, thus conserving the battery. If the battery is discharged, you must use the emergency key element to unlock the vehicle.
Page 279 Connect the positive terminal clamp and charged while still installed from a qualified secure the cover. specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Connect the negative terminal clamp. Connect the breather hose. Risk of injury...
Page 280: Jump-Starting
B using the jump lead, beginning with your Have the battery checked at a qualified own battery. specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Start the engine of the donor vehicle and Service Centre. run it at idling speed.
Page 281 DISTRONIC PLUS* is activated. Therefore, have it towed to the nearest qualified spe- deactivate HOLD and DISTRONIC PLUS if the cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz vehicle is to be towed. Service Centre. It is better to have the vehicle transported The automatic transmission* must be in than to have it towed.
Page 282: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Fitting the towing eye Towing the vehicle Vehicles with a trailer tow hitch*: if you ! You may tow the vehicle for a maximum intend to use the vehicle for towing, fold out of 50 km. A towing speed of 50 km/h must the ball coupling and connect the towbar not be exceeded.
Page 283 Unscrew the towing eye. Only use fuses that have been approved for Replace the cover and press it until it Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the engages. correct fuse rating for the systems con- Return the towing eye and the wheel cerned.
Page 284: Fuses
Fuses compartment under the luggage compart- To open: open the bonnet ( page 180). ment floor. Before changing a fuse Park the vehicle. Switch off all electrical consumers. Remove the key from the ignition lock. Fuse box under the dashboard Remove moisture from the fuse box using a dry cloth.
Page 285 Fuses Coupé Turn rotary catch : clockwise. Open cover ; downwards. Cabriolet Lift up boot floor : ( page 171). Using tabs = push back floor covering with slits ; and lift it up.
Page 286 Notes on the technical data ..... 284 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..284 Vehicle electronics ......284 Vehicle identification plates .... 286 Service products and capacities ..287 Vehicle data, E 200 CGI BlueEFFI- CIENCY ..........291 Vehicle data, E 250 CGI BlueEFFI- CIENCY ..........
Page 287: Notes On The Technical Data
Mercedes-Benz is unable to evaluate other parts. Therefore, Tampering with the engine electron- Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi- Risk of accident cles, even if they have been independently or officially approved.
Page 288 To ensure proper installation, Mercedes- ised for use) Benz recommends having this work done Rear roof area (vehicles with panorama at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a sliding sunroof*: this area is not author- qualified specialist workshop. ised for use)
Page 289: Vehicle Identification Plates
To ensure proper installation, Mercedes-Benz the side of the door frame on the right-hand recommends having this work done at a side. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or at a quali- fied specialist workshop. Risk of injury Improper installation of RF transmitters can lead to increased electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle interior.
Page 290: Service Products And Capacities
Service products and capacities vehicle and are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Vehicle identification number (VIN) Owner's Manual in the relevant chapter as: In addition to being stamped on the vehicle parts and service products are matched identification plate, the vehicle identification...
Page 291 Engine oil Only Mercedes-Benz approved engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines. A list of the engine oils tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifi- cations for Service Products can be called up by visiting http://bevo.daimler.com and entering...
Page 292 SAE classification (viscosity) is not available, you can use another mineral or synthetic engine oil which has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. You must then have an oil change carried out at the earliest possible opportunity. Mixing oils reduces the benefits of high-grade engine oil.
Page 293 Service products and capacities Further information on coolants and on fill- Capacities ing can be found in the Mercedes-Benz The following values refer to an oil change Specifications for Service Products, Sheet including the oil filter. 310.1, for example on the Internet at http://bevo.daimler.com.
Page 294: Vehicle Data, E 200 Cgi Blueefficiency
Have the brake fluid renewed every two years Wheel base with a brake fluid that has been approved by Coupé 2760 mm Mercedes-Benz and have this confirmed in the Service Booklet. Cabriolet 2760 mm The warranty is only valid if you have the vehi-...
Page 295: Vehicle Data, E 250 Cgi Blueeffi- Ciency
Vehicle data, E 350 Vehicle data, E 250 CGI BlueEFFI- Maximum roof 100 kg CIENCY load, Coupé only Maximum boot 100 kg Vehicle dimensions load Vehicle length (ECE) Vehicle-specific weight information can be found on the vehicle identification plate Coupé 4698 mm page 286).
Page 296: Vehicle Data, E 350 Cgi Blueeffi- Ciency
Vehicle data, E 500 Vehicle dimensions Vehicle weights Wheel base Unladen weight (in accordance with EC directive) Coupé 2760 mm Coupé 1645 kg Cabriolet 2760 mm Cabriolet The unladen weight includes the driver Vehicle weights (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel Unladen weight (in accordance with EC tank 90% full).
Page 297: Vehicle Data, E 220 Cdi Blueefficiency
Vehicle data, E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle data, E 220 CDI BlueEFFI- Vehicle dimensions CIENCY Cabriolet 2015 mm Vehicle dimensions Vehicle height Vehicle length (ECE) Coupé 1398 mm Coupé 4698 mm Cabriolet 1403 mm Cabriolet 4698 mm Wheel base Vehicle width including exterior mirrors Coupé...
Page 298: Vehicle Data, E 250 Cdi Blueefficiency
Vehicle data, E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle dimensions Vehicle weights Wheel base Cabriolet Coupé 2760 mm The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel Cabriolet 2760 mm tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload.
Page 299: Vehicle Data, E 350 Cdi Blueeffi- Ciency
Tyres and wheels Points to remember ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- ommends that you only use tyres which have been approved specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These tyres are The values specified may differ from the actual values, depending on the tyres, load, optional equipment and the state of the suspension.
Page 300: Tyres And Wheels
186). MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten- ded* (tyres with run-flat characteristics) Notes on vehicle tyres: If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can- Always not accept any responsibility for damage fit tyres of the same size on a given axle which may occur.
Page 301 Tyres and wheels Coupé and Cabriolet 16" BA Summer tyres 215/55 R16 93V 215/55 R16 93W Winter tyres 215/55 R16 93H M+S i 215/55 R16 93H M+S Wheels 7.5J x 16 H2 ET 45 7.5J x 16 H2 ET 45 Coupé...
Page 302 Tyres with run-flat characteristics and only in conjunction with an activated tyre pressure loss warning or tyre pressure monitor*. Winter tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for more information. * optional...
Page 303 483. Tyres with run-flat characteristics and only in conjunction with an activated tyre pressure loss warning or tyre pressure monitor*. Winter tyres for retrofitting. Only certain tyre brands are approved. Ask your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for more information. * optional...
Page 304 Tyres and wheels Mixed tyres FA: front axle, RA: rear axle E 200 CGI E 500 BlueEFFICIENCY / E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY / E 350 / E 350 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY / E 220 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY / E 250 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY / E 350 CDI BlueEFFICIENCY 17"...
Page 305 It is therefore recommended to additionally equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT kit when fitting tyres that do not feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tyres. A TIREFIT kit is available from any qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 306: Trailer Tow Hitch
Only have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted at a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular,...
Page 307 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Trailer loads All models Permissible trailer 1800 kg All models load, braked Permissible trailer 750 kg load, unbraked Maximum drawbar 75 kg noseweight Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer Coupé Cabriolet Manual trans- Automatic Manual trans- Automatic...
Page 308: 24-Ghz Radar Sensor System (Country Overview)
24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographic coordinates Distance to be facilities (latitude/longitude) maintained from the facility Egypt – – – Andorra – – – Australia Parkes 32°59'59"S, 148°15'44" E 10 km Narrabri 30°18'52"S, 149°32'56" E 10 km Canberra 35°23'54"S, 148°58'40"...
Page 309 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographic coordinates Distance to be facilities (latitude/longitude) maintained from the facility Iceland – – – Italy Medicina 44°31'14" N, 11°38'49" E 20 km Noto 36°52'34" N, 14°59'21" E 8 km Sardinia 39°29'50"...
Page 310 24-GHz radar sensor system (country overview) Country Radio telescope Geographic coordinates Distance to be facilities (latitude/longitude) maintained from the facility Romania – – – Saudi Arabia – – – Sweden Onsala 57°23'45" N, 11°55'35" E 12 km Switzerland Bleien 47°20'26" N, 08°06'44" E 3 km Singapore –...