Mercedes-Benz CLS 280 2008 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Quick Links

Disclaimer

All language versions of the following PDF document for this vehicle model

Das folgende PDF-Dokument für dieses Fahrzeugmodell bezieht sich in allen

relate solely to vehicles intended for sale on the German market and which

Sprachversionen nur auf die Fahrzeuge, die für den deutschen Markt bestimmt

The following version of the Owner's Manual describes all models, series and

correspond to German regulations.

sind und die den deutschen Vorschriften entsprechen. Bitte wenden Sie sich an

special equipment of your vehicle. Country-specific language variations are

Ihren autorisierten Mercedes-Benz Servicestützpunkt, um ein gedrucktes Exemplar

possible. Please note that your vehicle might not be equipped with all the

Please contact your authorised Mercedes-Benz Service Centre to obtain

für andere Fahrzeugmodelle und Fahrzeugmodelljahre zu erhalten.

described functions. This also affects safety-relevant systems and functions.

a printed version for other vehicle models and vehicle model years. This PDF

Please contact your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealership if you would like

document is the latest version. Possible variations to your vehicle may not

Dieses PDF-Dokument stellt die aktuelle Version dar. Mögliche Abweichungen zu

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

model years.

Ihrem konkreten Fahrzeug könnten nicht berücksichtigt sein, da Mercedes-Benz

the state of the art and introduces changes in design and equipment. Please

seine Fahrzeuge ständig dem neuesten Stand der Technik anpasst, sowie

therefore note that this PDF document in no way replaces the printed version

Änderungen in Form und Ausstattung vornimmt. Bitte beachten Sie daher, dass

The online Owner's Manual is the current and valid version. It is possible that

which was delivered with your vehicle.

dieses PDF-Dokument in keinem Fall das gedruckte Exemplar ersetzt, das mit

deviations affecting your specific vehicle could not be taken into account

dem Fahrzeug ausgeliefert wurde.

as Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles according to the latest

technology and makes changes to the form and the equipment.

Please also read the printed Owner's Manual, supplementary documents and

the digital Owner's Manual in the vehicle.

and other laws for the protection of intellectual property. They may not be

copied or changed for any commercial use or for the purpose of being passed

on nor used on other webistes.

Internal use only

Table of Contents

Chapters

Table of Contents

Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz CLS 280 2008

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 Thank you for choosing Mercedes-Benz. and pass them on to the new owner if you sell the vehicle. Before you drive off, familiarise yourself with your vehicle and read the Owner's Manual. The technical documentation team at Daim- This will help you to obtain the maximum...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Index ......3 Introduction ..... 15 At a glance .
Page 6: Index
Index Air cleaner Ambient lighting 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ....236 Setting (on-board computer) ..126 7G–TRONIC ..... 106 Air conditioning Antifreeze concentration .
Page 7 Index Auxiliary heating ... . 166, 264 Belt force limiters Brake system Adjusting (on-board computer) Activation ..... 43 Display message .
Page 8 Index Central locking Collapsible wheel Delayed switch-off Automatic locking (on-board com- Pumping up ....285 Exterior lighting (on-board com- puter) ..... . . 127 Storage location .
Page 9 Index Door Driving tip Electronic Stability Program Automatic locking ....69 Braking ..... . 206 ®...
Page 10 Fuel ......311 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..298 Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ..85 Diesel .
Page 11 Index Head restraint Indicator lamp Display message ....238 Adjusting (front) ... . . 76, 77 see Indicator and warning lamp Factory setting .
Page 12 Index Lights Trip computer ....129 Constant headlamp mode ..92 TV ......119 Main-beam headlamps Cornering light function .
Page 13 Index TV menu ..... 119 Range of the sensors ... 148 Vehicle submenu .
Page 14 Index Rain sensor Fuel tank ....311 Seat heating ..... 80 Windscreen wipers .
Page 15 Index Side windows SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- Submenu (on-board computer) ..122 Cleaning ..... 212 tem) ......43 Convenience .
Page 16 Index Vehicle dimensions ... . 309 Towing eye Vehicle weights ....310 Fitting ..... . . 294 Unit for distance Wheels .
Page 17 Index Windscreen wipers ....97 Cleaning ..... 211 Warning and indicator lamp Malfunction .
Page 18: Introduction
Mercedes-Benz will take back your H Environmental note Remove roof racks once you no longer Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- Daimler's declared policy is one of integra- need them. mentally-responsible manner, in accordance ted environmental protection.
Page 19 G Risk of accident Vehicle registration required. Mercedes-Benz recommends A heavy impact to the underbody, tyres or that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres wheels, for example when bottoming out on Centre for this purpose.
Page 20 Introduction Operating safety Correct use Observe the following information when using your vehicle: The safety notes in this manual The “Technical data” section in this manual National road traffic regulations National road traffic licensing regulations G Risk of injury Various warning stickers are affixed to your vehicle.
Page 22: At A Glance
At a glance Exterior view ........20 Cockpit ..........22 Instrument cluster ......26 Multi-function steering wheel .... 30 Centre console ........32 Overhead control panel ...... 36 Door control panel ......37 Stowage compartments ..... 38...
Page 23: Exterior View
At a glance Exterior view Exterior view...
Page 24 At a glance Exterior view Function Page Function Page Boot Windscreen wipers, opera- tion Opening and closing Cleaning the wiper blades Spare wheel Replacing the wiper blades Vehicle tool kit Opening the bonnet Vehicle battery Engine oil Rear lights Coolant Rear window heating Front lights Fuel filler flap...
Page 25: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 26 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page Combination switch with: Controls Thermatic or 4- Adjusts the headlamp range zone Thermotronic* • Main-beam headlamps Parking brake Switches the rear window • Turn signals heating on/off Opens the bonnet •...
Page 27 At a glance Cockpit Right-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 28 At a glance Cockpit Function Page Function Page Function Page Glove compartment Multi-function steering Adjusts the steering wheel wheel electrically* Overhead control panel Instrument cluster Switches the steering Controls Thermatic or 4- wheel heating* on/off Horn zone Thermotronic* Parking brake Switches the rear window Linguatronic lever* –...
Page 29: Instrument Cluster
At a glance Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Kilometres...
Page 30 At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Function Page Turn signal indicator lamp, Dipped-beam indicator Tyre pressure warning left lamp lamp* Multi-function display ® warning lamp Brake system warning lamp Trip meter Segments Clock Depending on the setting in Reserve fuel warning lamp Distance warning lamp* the on-board computer:...
Page 31 At a glance Instrument cluster Miles...
Page 32 At a glance Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Function Page Turn signal indicator lamp, Dipped-beam indicator Tyre pressure warning left lamp lamp* Multi-function display ® warning lamp Brake system warning lamp Trip meter Segments Clock Depending on the setting in Reserve fuel warning lamp Distance warning lamp* the on-board computer:...
Page 33: Multi-Function Steering Wheel
At a glance Multi-function steering wheel Multi-function steering wheel Function Page Function Page Press briefly to Multi-function display scroll back and forth Accepts or rejects/ in a menu. ends a call* In the Audio/TV*/ DVD* menu: selects • Selects submenus æ...
Page 34 At a glance Multi-function steering wheel Function Page k through the tele- phone book.
Page 35: Centre Console
At a glance Centre console Centre console Function Page Lower section Opens/closes the stowage compartment Opens/closes the ashtray KEYLESS GO* button Selector lever Switches the auxiliary heat- ing*/ventilation* on/off Deactivates Parktronic* Sets AIRMATIC DC* Sets the vehicle level* Distronic*: sets the speci- fied distance Distronic*: switches the distance warning function...
Page 37 At a glance Centre console Upper section...
Page 38 At a glance Centre console Function Page Function Page Switches the seat ventila- Switches the seat heating* on the left-hand side on/off tion* on the right-hand side on/off Rolls the rear window Locks the vehicle blind* up/down Folds back the rear seat Opening button CD head restraints changer*–...
Page 39: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page ò Switches the rear Interior light interior lighting on/off X Switches the left- ¡ Switches the auto- hand reading lamp on/off matic interior lighting on/ Ambient light ð...
Page 40: Door Control Panel
At a glance Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Opens the door Adjusts the seat electri- cally* Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steer- ing wheel* Adjusts the exterior mirrors Opens/closes the side win- dows Unlocks the boot lid Remote boot lid closing fea- ture*: automatically opens or closes the boot lid...
Page 41: Stowage Compartments
At a glance Stowage compartments Stowage compartments...
Page 42 At a glance Stowage compartments Function Page Function Page Function Page Glove compartment Driver's seat stowage com- Front stowage compart- partment with fire extin- ment in the centre console Front-passenger seat stow- guisher* in the rear age compartment with first- Retaining clip on the sun Cup holder* in the rear aid kit...
Page 44: Safety
Safety Occupant safety ........42 Driving safety systems ....... 57 Anti-theft systems ......61...
Page 45 An airbag increases the protection of Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use vehicle occupants wearing a seat belt. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this However, airbags are only an additional purpose. restraint system which complements, but...
Page 46 Safety Occupant safety warning lamp in the instrument depending on the vehicle's rate of longitudi- In particular, work relevant to safety or on nal deceleration in a collision, in the first cluster lights up when the ignition is switched safety-related systems must be carried out stage the airbag control unit pre-emptively on.
Page 47 Safety Occupant safety ess is pre-emptive in nature as the airbag the deformation characteristics of the vehi- tensioner could be activated in an emer- must be deployed during – and not at the end gency. of – the collision. the characteristics of the object with which If the seat belt is also equipped with a belt the vehicle has collided, e.g.
Page 48 Safety Occupant safety ates rapidly in a longitudinal direction hearing, and a small amount of powder may safely. The driver's chest should be as far during the initial stages of the collision also be released. The warning lamp away from the middle of the driver's front lights up.
Page 49 Safety Occupant safety tem on a suitable seat in the rear. If you Do not hang any hard objects, for exam- In order to prevent possible breathing dif- secure a forward-facing child restraint ple coat hangers, on the grab handles or ficulties you should leave the vehicle as system to the front-passenger seat, you coat hooks.
Page 50 Appropriate seat cov- ers can be obtained from a Mercedes-Benz independently of the use of the seat belt Service Centre. Driver's front airbag...
Page 51 Safety Occupant safety independently of the belt tensioners Windowbags are deployed: If you are driving faster than approximately ® 30 km/h, PRE-SAFE takes the following if the vehicle overturns, but only if the sys- at the start of an accident with a high rate measures in the aforementioned situations: tem detects high vehicle deceleration in a of vehicle acceleration or deceleration in a...
Page 52 Benz Service Centre. PRO head restraints from triggering cor- the event of: rectly. Consequently, the NECK-PRO head It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care an accident restraints cannot provide the intended level products to clean child restraint systems. of protection. Do not use head restraint...
Page 53 Safety Occupant safety G Risk of injury be thrown against parts of the vehicle approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehi- interior and be seriously or even fatally cles. To reduce the risk of serious or even fatal injured. injury to the child in the event of a sudden...
Page 54 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. a suitable rear seat. special Mercedes-Benz child seat with auto- matic child seat recognition has been fitted. always move the front-passenger seat to Automatic child seat recognition on the...
Page 55 Safety Occupant safety G Risk of injury inflated, the child could be seriously or even To ensure that the automatic child seat rec- fatally injured. ognition on the front-passenger seat func- Do not place items of electronic equipment tions correctly, never place objects (such Proceed as follows: on the front-passenger seat, e.g.: as a cushion) under the child restraint sys-...
Page 56 Safety Occupant safety Suitable positioning of the child restraint system Weight categories and ages Child restraint system on the front- Child restraint system on the left-hand passenger seat and right-hand rear seats Group 0: up to 10 kg; Vehicles with automatic child seat recogni- Universal or as recommended tion* on the front-passenger seat: as rec- Up to approximately 9 months...
Page 57 Safety Occupant safety "Universal" category child restraint systems can be recognised by their orange approval label. Example of an approval label on the child restraint system Recommended child restraint systems Weight categories and Manufacturer Type Approval number Daimler order num- Automatic child seat ages recognition...
Page 58 There are securing rings for two child G Risk of injury use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. restraint systems on the left-hand and right- If the child restraint system is not fitted An incorrectly fitted child restraint system...
Page 59 Safety Occupant safety Child-proof locks for the rear doors To activate: press locking lever upwards or their retaining systems are damaged or have been subjected to a load in an acci- The child-proof locks on the rear doors enable dent. This can result in serious or even fatal you to secure each door individually.
Page 60 Safety Driving safety systems Driving safety systems conditions. Maintain sufficient distance from other road users and objects on the In this section, you will find information about road. the following driving safety systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) BAS (Brake Assist System) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Adaptive brake lamps ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way...
Page 61 Safety Driving safety systems If ABS intervenes: BAS (Brake Assist) Adaptive brake lamps Continue to depress the brake pedal with BAS operates in emergency braking situa- Adaptive brake lamps are only available in force until the braking situation is over. tions.
Page 62 Safety Driving safety systems G Risk of accident ® (Electronic Stability Program) ® cannot reduce the risk of an accident ® if you drive too fast. ESP cannot override ® Activate ESP as soon as the situations ® monitors driving stability and traction, the laws of physics.
Page 63 Safety Driving safety systems To activate: press button 1. ADAPTIVE BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument Due to its higher level of braking safety, cluster goes out. ADAPTIVE BRAKE offers exceptional braking comfort. In addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also features the conveni- EBV (electronic brake-power distribu- ence function HOLD ( page 144).
Page 64 Safety Anti-theft systems button on the door handle/boot lid can also Anti-theft systems ATA* (anti-theft alarm system) be used. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the Immobiliser Indicator lamp flashes. The alarm sys- alarm system is primed and you open: tem is primed after approximately 15 sec- The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from a door...
Page 65 Safety Anti-theft systems Tow-away protection* Interior motion sensor* An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your If the interior motion sensor is primed, a vis- vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while ual and audible alarm is triggered if move- tow-away protection is primed.
Page 66 Safety Anti-theft systems To deactivate the interior motion sen- Remove the key from the ignition lock. Press button 1. To prevent a false alarm, deactivate the inte- Indicator lamp flashes briefly. rior motion sensor if you lock your vehicle and Lock the vehicle using the key.
Page 68 Controls Opening and closing ......66 Driving and parking ......101 Key positions ........74 Transmission ........104 Seats ............ 75 Instrument cluster ......109 Steering wheel ........81 On-board computer ......111 Mirrors ..........83 Driving systems ........ 132 Air conditioning .........
Page 69: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Factory settings Opening and closing To unlock centrally: press the but- ton. The vehicle's equipment includes two keys The turn signals flash once. The locking with remote control. Each key contains an knobs in the doors pop up. The anti-theft emergency key element.
Page 70 Controls Opening and closing To change the setting: press the KEYLESS GO* buttons simultaneously for If you are carrying the KEYLESS GO key on approximately six seconds until the battery your person, you can use the KEYLESS GO check lamp flashes twice. functions of your vehicle.
Page 71 Controls Opening and closing Important notes If you do not open either a door or the boot lid after you have unlocked the vehi- If the KEYLESS GO key is removed from the cle, it will automatically relock after approx- vehicle (in luggage or an article of clothing, imately 40 seconds.
Page 72 Controls Opening and closing approximately six seconds until the battery ble to close the door. Do not attempt to Opening the doors from the inside check lamp flashes twice. force the door closed. You could otherwise You can open a door from the inside at any damage the door or the window.
Page 73 Controls Opening and closing Locking/unlocking the vehicle from Boot (vehicles without remote boot the inside lid closing feature*) You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle G Risk of poisoning from the inside. This feature may be useful if, Exhaust fumes could enter the vehicle inte- for example, you wish to unlock the front- rior if the engine is running and the boot lid passenger door from the inside or lock the...
Page 74 Controls Opening and closing Do not leave the key in the boot. You could otherwise lock yourself out. Remote unlocking switch Basic position To lock separately Pull remote unlocking switch until the boot lid opens. Recess Insert the emergency key element fully into the boot lock.
Page 75 Controls Opening and closing Closing from the outside (without KEY- To unlock centrally: press the but- Boot (vehicles with remote boot lid ton on the key. LESS GO*) closing feature*) You can close the boot lid from the outside The remote boot lid closing feature* opens using the closing button in the boot lid.
Page 76 Controls Opening and closing Closing from the outside and locking KEYLESS GO button* centrally (using KEYLESS GO*) To close: press closing button 1. You can close the boot lid from the outside To close and lock centrally: press KEY- using the closing button in the boot lid, or you LESS GO button* 2.
Page 77: Key Positions
Controls Key positions If KEYLESS GO button has not yet been Key positions KEYLESS GO* pressed, this corresponds to "key removed" If you press the KEYLESS GO button repeat- or position 0. edly without depressing the brake pedal, its Position 1: press KEYLESS GO button function corresponds to the different key once.
Page 78: Seats
Slide the button forwards or back in direc- G Risk of accident Please contact a Mercedes-Benz Service tion of arrow 3. Only adjust the driver's seat when the vehi- Centre for more information.
Page 79 Controls Seats Head restraint height Head restraint position G Risk of injury Make sure that the central area of the head restraint supports the back of your head at about eye level. You could seriously injure your neck if your head is not correctly sup- ported by the head restraint in the event of an accident.
Page 80 Controls Seats Seat cushion angle Head restraint position Adjusting the seat electrically* Adjust the angle so that your thighs are lightly supported. Slide the button up or down in direction of arrow 2. Backrest angle Slide the button forwards or back in direc- tion of arrow 5.
Page 81 Controls Seats Lumbar support Rear seat head restraints G Risk of injury The lumbar support for the driver's seat can be adjusted to provide optimum support for On a seat which is occupied, move the head your back. restraint into the upright position. This reduces the risk of injury to the passenger in the event of an accident.
Page 82 Controls Seats Folding back the head restraints from Press button to move the point of great- Multi-contour seat* the front est backrest curvature downwards to the You can set the contour of the seat to provide lumbar region and press button to move optimum support for your back.
Page 83 Controls Seats If the battery voltage is too low, the seat Massage function Seat ventilation* ventilation switches off temporarily. Upper back support The three blue indicator lamps in the button Lumbar region support indicate the ventilation level you have selec- Seat cushion length ted.
Page 84: Steering Wheel
Controls Steering wheel If the battery voltage is too low, the seat Steering wheel heating may switch off. One or more indi- Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can cator lamps will then light up briefly. adjust the steering wheel either manually or electrically*.
Page 85 Controls Steering wheel the steering wheel can be reached with Pull handle out completely. Easy-entry/exit feature ( page 83) your arms slightly bent The steering column is unlocked. Storing settings ( page 86) you can move your legs freely Set the desired steering wheel position. you can see all the displays in the instru- Push handle in completely until it...
Page 86: Mirrors
Controls Mirrors Mirrors Never leave children unsupervised in the Easy-entry/exit feature* vehicle. They could open the driver's door Before starting off, adjust the mirrors in such The Easy-entry/exit feature makes getting in and thereby unintentionally activate the a way that you can get a good overview of and out of your vehicle easier.
Page 87 Controls Mirrors Make sure that the key is in position 1 or Exterior mirrors Adjustment button 2 in the ignition lock. Right-hand exterior mirror G Risk of accident Briefly press button 1. The exterior mirrors reduce the size of the Make sure that the key is in position 1 or Both exterior mirrors fold in or out.
Page 88 Controls Mirrors The exterior mirrors fold in automatically as extended, the mirrors' automatic anti-daz- Parking aid* soon as you lock the vehicle from the out- zle function will not operate. The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side. Incident light could then dazzle you. This side moves into the parking position as soon The exterior mirrors fold out again auto- may prevent you from observing the traffic...
Page 89: Memory Functions
Controls Memory functions* Make sure that button for the exterior traffic conditions by the steering wheel and Memory functions* mirror on the front-passenger side is seat moving of their own accord, and as a Storing settings pressed. result cause an accident. You can store up to three different settings Engage reverse gear.
Page 90 Controls Memory functions* Press the M memory button. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and Storing a parking position that the key is in position 2 in the ignition Press one of storage position switches 1, To make it easier to park, you can store the lock.
Page 91: Seat Belts
Controls Seat belts Seat belts as low down as possible, i.e. over your these children in suitable child restraint hip joints – not across your abdomen. If systems on suitable vehicle seats. You Seat belts are the most effective means of necessary, push down the belt strap can find more information under "Chil- restraining the movement of vehicle occu-...
Page 92 Routing the belt required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Press release button and guide belt Centre for this purpose. tongue back towards belt sash guide...
Page 93 Controls Seat belts already secured, the seat belt warning To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards. < Correct driver's seat position lamp lights up for six seconds after the engine The belt sash guide engages in various posi- has been started. The seat belt warning <...
Page 94: Lights
Light switch you can depress the pedals properly G Risk of accident For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- you have adjusted the head restraint so Only adjust the steering wheel when the mends that you drive with the lights switched...
Page 95 Controls Lights Make sure that constant headlamp mode Switch off the side lamps or parking lamp when you leave the vehicle. This prevents has been set with the on-board computer . the battery from discharging. To switch on: turn the light switch to Dipped-beam headlamp or U.
Page 96 Controls Lights Front foglamps/rear foglamp To switch on the rear foglamp: turn the The automatic headlamp feature is only an light switch to the position. aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle G Risk of accident lighting at all times. Pull the light switch out to the second stop.
Page 97 Controls Lights Main-beam headlamps/headlamp flas- Headlamp flasher Combination switch (turn signals, main-beam headlamps and headlamp To switch on: briefly pull the combination flasher) switch in the direction of arrow 2. Turn signals Hazard warning lamps Combination switch Main-beam headlamp Headlamp flasher Combination switch Hazard warning lamp button Main-beam headlamp...
Page 98 Controls Lights Adjusting the headlamp range (vehi- Cornering light function (vehicles Position Load cles with halogen headlamps) with bi-xenon headlamps*) Front and rear seats occu- The headlamp range control allows you to Specially designed headlamps light up the pied, boot laden adjust the cone of light from the headlamps area into which you are driving when turning according to how your vehicle is laden.
Page 99 Controls Lights When in reverse gear: the cornering light on Automatic function Interior lighting the outside of the bend comes on. To switch on/off: press the button. ¡ Front overhead control panel The interior lighting switches on if it is dark Switching off when you: Switch off the turn signal.
Page 100: Windscreen Wipers
Controls Windscreen wipers Rear-compartment overhead control Windscreen wipers u Continuous wipe, slow panel t Continuous wipe, fast If the windscreen becomes dirty in dry weather conditions, the windscreen wipers may be activated inadvertently. This could then damage the windscreen wiper blades or scratch the windscreen.
Page 101: Side Windows
Controls Side windows Single wipe Continuous wipe Side windows Briefly press the combination switch to the Depending on the intensity of the rain, turn Opening/closing the side windows pressure point in the direction of arrow the combination switch in the direction of G Risk of injury arrow to position...
Page 102 Controls Side windows G Risk of injury You can disable the controls for the rear driver's or front-passenger door is opened, side windows from the driver's seat but for no more than five minutes. Do not leave children unsupervised in the page 49).
Page 103 Controls Side windows If a side window locks up again during closing Point the tip of the key at the driver's door Summer opening and has reopened again slightly: handle. You can ventilate the vehicle before a journey. Immediately after the window locks up, pull Unlock the vehicle by pressing the To do this, you can use the key to simultane- the switch upwards until the window is fully...
Page 104: Driving And Parking
Controls Driving and parking Keep the button pressed until the side win- Driving and parking With KEYLESS GO* dows and the sliding/tilting sunroof* are Release the locking button on the door Starting the engine fully closed. handle. G Risk of accident Make sure that all the side windows and the Pull the door handle immediately and sliding/tilting sunroof* are closed.
Page 105 Controls Driving and parking Automatic transmission release it immediately. The engine then even if you are only leaving it for a short starts automatically. time. To start a petrol engine: turn the key to The KEYLESS GO button can be used to start position 3 in the ignition lock ( page 74) the vehicle without inserting the key in the...
Page 106 Controls Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal. Do not drive at high engine speeds until the catalytic converter to reach its operating engine has warmed up. This will protect the temperature more quickly. The selector lever lock is released. engine.
Page 107: Transmission
Controls Transmission Parking brake Stopping the engine Transmission G Risk of accident G Risk of accident If the engine is not running, there is no The movement of the pedals must not be power assistance for the steering and impaired in any way. Do not keep any brakes.
Page 108 Controls Transmission Selector lever positions Neutral ë Releasing the brakes will allow you Park position ì to move the vehicle freely, e.g. to Prevents the vehicle from rolling push it or tow it. away when stopped. Only move the Do not move the selector lever to selector lever to P when the vehicle N while you are driving.
Page 109 Controls Transmission Shift ranges gram selected. This also extends the shift ç To use the braking effect of the range. engine on downhill gradients and When the selector lever is in position D, it is for driving: possible to restrict or derestrict the shift To shift down: briefly press the selector range for the automatic transmission.
Page 110 Controls Transmission Driving tips Steering wheel gearshift paddles* S Sport For all normal driving con- and manual gearshift program* ditions Accelerator pedal position Your style of driving influences how the auto- C Comfort For comfort mode Steering wheel gearshift paddles matic transmission shifts gear: It is possible to shift gear using either the little throttle: early upshifts...
Page 111 Controls Transmission Downshifting shift paddles or the selector lever. The man- To deactivate: press program selector ual gearshift program M can be selected button repeatedly until S or C appears G Risk of accident using the program selector button. in the display. Do not change down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface.
Page 112: Instrument Cluster
For maximum acceleration, pull the left- work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- hand gearshift paddle until the transmis- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz sion selects the optimum gear depending Service Centre for this purpose. In particu- on the speed.
Page 113 Controls Instrument cluster Activating the multi-function display Adjusting the instrument cluster Resetting the trip meter lighting Switch on the ignition. Select the standard display menu Brighter or dimmer: turn reset button page 115). clockwise or anti-clockwise. Press and hold reset button until the trip meter is reset.
Page 114: On-Board Computer
Controls On-board computer Rev counter On-board computer Multi-function steering wheel The red band in the rev counter indicates the You can control the multi-function display and Points to remember engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is the settings in the on-board computer with The on-board computer is activated as soon interrupted to protect the engine when the the buttons on the multi-function steering...
Page 115 Controls On-board computer You can think of the configuration of the Multi-function display Press briefly to scroll back menus and the functions within a menu as a and forth in a menu. circle: Accepts or rejects a call* In the Audio/TV*/DVD* Press the è...
Page 116 Controls On-board computer Status bar with outside temperature or speed ( page 124) Trip meter Display area for menus or submenus...
Page 117 Controls On-board computer Menus and submenus...
Page 118 Controls On-board computer The Audio, Navi* and Tel* menus are dis- Function Function played slightly differently in vehicles with audio equipment and vehicles with COMAND 1 Basic display menu ( page 115) 5 Distronic* menu (distance display) APS*. The examples given in this Owner's page 135) Digital speedometer page 116)
Page 119 Controls On-board computer Instead of outside temperature 1, you can opt to display the digital speedome- page 124). You can select the following functions in the Basic display menu by pressing the button: Gear indicator digital speedometer Example illustration showing the digital speedom- eter displayed Upshift instruction ASSYST PLUS service display...
Page 120 Controls On-board computer Press the button to show the inter- ç mediate time during timing. You can start the RACETIMER when the The intermediate time is displayed for five engine is running or if the key is in position seconds. 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 121 Controls On-board computer Resetting the current lap Press the button to stop the RACE- æ TIMER. Press the button to reset the lap time ç to "0". Deleting all laps RACETIMER overall evaluation If you have switched off the engine, the RACE- Total time driven Lap time TIMER is reset to "0"...
Page 122 Controls On-board computer Use the button to select the or medium (see the separate operating è · instructions). Audio/TV/DVD menu. To select next or previous track: briefly press the button. Selecting a radio station To select a track from the track list You can only store new stations using the (rapid scrolling): press and hold the audio system or COMAND APS*.
Page 123 Controls On-board computer Route guidance inactive To select a channel from the channel list: press and hold the but- The multi-function display shows the direc- ton. tion of travel and the street name, if it is To select a channel with the channel known to the system.
Page 124 Controls On-board computer Displaying messages Settings menu Distronic* menu Use the buttons on the multi-function steer- There are two functions in the Settings... You can read the current Distronic settings in ing wheel. menu: the To reset: Press reset button the Distronic menu.
Page 125 Controls On-board computer Press the reset button again. Instrument cluster submenu The functions of most submenus are restored to the factory settings. Unit of measurement for distance page 123) Language ( page 123) If you want to retain the settings, do not press the reset button a second time.
Page 126 Controls On-board computer Selecting the unit of measurement for Press the button to select æ ç Vehicle submenu distance km (kilometres) or miles as the unit of measurement for distance. Permanent Speedtronic ( page 144) The selected unit of measurement for dis- Press the j, button to Automatic locking feature (...
Page 127 Controls On-board computer Selecting the basic display (standard Setting the date and time Dansk display) Svenska Your vehicle could have the following audio Vehicles for the United Kingdom: this func- equipment: Português tion is not available. A: Audio 20 or Audio 25* Türkçe You will see either the outside temperature or B: Audio 50 APS* or Audio 55 APS*...
Page 128 Controls On-board computer Setting constant headlamp mode Switching the surround lighting on or Press the button to select the è · Settings... menu. If you have set constant headlamp mode and Press the button to call up the selec- the light switch is in position orU, If the surround lighting is switched on, the tion of submenus.
Page 129 Controls On-board computer Press the button to switch doors are closed when it is dark using the Press the button to activate æ ç æ ç Headlamps delayed switch-off function. the Surround lighting function on or or deactivate the Headlamps delayed If none of the doors are opened after the switch-off feature.
Page 130 Controls On-board computer button to select Automatic Press the button to select the workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Press the æ ç Lighting submenu. Centre. door locking. G Risk of fire and poisoning button to select Interior Press the Press the button to switch æ...
Page 131 Controls On-board computer button to select Auxiliary Press the button to set the Press the æ ç restraint system. The children could open heat.. hour. the driver's door and thereby unintention- ally activate the easy-entry/exit feature button to select Switch-on Press the Press the button to select...
Page 132 Controls On-board computer If you have switched the function on and you Press the button to select the è · Trip computer menu fold in the exterior mirrors using the button Settings... menu. You can use the Trip computer menu to call on the door ( page 85), they will not fold out Press the...
Page 133 Controls On-board computer Resetting the consumption statistics If the vehicle is parked for more than 4 hours, Telephone menu* the From start consumption statistics are Press the button to select the Functions and displays are dependent on the reset (key in position 0 of the ignition lock or function that you wish to reset.
Page 134 Controls On-board computer Accepting a call Switch on the mobile phone and audio sys- Press the button to call up tem or COMAND APS* see the separate the phone book. If someone calls you while you are in the Tel- operating instructions.
Page 135: Driving Systems
Controls Driving systems Press the button to call up the most Driving systems Cruise control recently dialled number in the redial mem- Your vehicle's driving systems are described Cruise control maintains a constant road ory. on the following pages: speed for you. It brakes automatically in order Press the button to select the to avoid exceeding the set speed.
Page 136 Controls Driving systems Cruise control is only an aid designed to assist driving. You are responsible for the vehicle's speed and for braking in good time. G Risk of accident Do not use cruise control: in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed (e.g.
Page 137: Controls
Controls Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Deceleration of the vehicle by means of the current situation. Otherwise, sudden speed the cruise control lever is assisted by auto- acceleration or braking could endanger you matic application of the brakes. or others.
Page 138 Controls Driving systems Briefly press the cruise control lever in the pedestrians Distronic* direction of arrow 5. stationary obstacles on the road, e.g. sta- Distronic regulates the speed and automati- Variable Speedtronic is selected. LIM indi- tionary or parked vehicles cally maintains the distance to the vehicle in cator lamp in the cruise control lever...
Page 139 Controls Driving systems G Risk of accident when changing to a lane with faster mov- ing traffic Distronic brakes your vehicle at a maximum of 2 m/s depending on its speed. This cor- in complex driving situations or where responds to approximately 20% of your the lanes are diverted, e.g.
Page 140 Controls Driving systems Switching on Distronic, storing the cur- Making adjustments in 1 km/h incre- If you do not fully release the accelerator rent speed and maintaining it ments pedal, the DISTRONIC override message appears in the multi-function display. The If Distronic is not activated after the cruise For a higher speed: briefly pull the cruise distance to a slower-moving vehicle in front...
Page 141 Controls Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards You must apply the brakes yourself in order Indicator lamp you 3. to maintain the correct distance to the vehicle To adjust the set distance and to avoid a collision. Remove your foot from the accelerator G Risk of accident To adjust the set distance...
Page 142 Controls Driving systems Distronic displays in the speedometer you have re-established the required distance to the vehicle in front. Distronic brakes your vehicle at a maxi- mum of 2 m/s . This corresponds to approximately 20% of your vehicle's maxi- mum braking power.
Page 143 Controls Driving systems Deactivating Distronic Briefly press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow 3. Variable Speedtronic is selected. LIM indi- cator lamp in the cruise control lever lights up. You will see the Distronic off message Vehicle in front, if detected in the multi-function display for approxi- Actual distance to the vehicle in front mately five seconds.
Page 144 Controls Driving systems off message in the multi-function display for Vehicles travelling on a different line Distronic has not detected the vehicle cutting approximately five seconds. in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Tips for driving with Distronic Narrow vehicles The following contains descriptions of certain road and traffic conditions in which you must...
Page 145 Controls Driving systems You can set a variable or permanent limit Cruise control or Distronic* is selected Speedtronic speed: LIM indicator lamp lit: Speedtronic brakes automatically so that you Variable for speed limits, e.g. in built-up do not exceed the set speed. On long and variable Speedtronic is selected areas steep downhill gradients, especially if the...
Page 146 Controls Driving systems Selecting variable Speedtronic Storing the current speed control lever, up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed. Check whether LIM indicator lamp is on. You can use the cruise control lever to limit the speed to any speed above 30 km/h while If it is on, variable Speedtronic is already the engine is running.
Page 147 Controls Driving systems Variable Speedtronic is deactivated automat- Setting permanent Speedtronic HOLD ically when you depress the accelerator pedal to select the Set- Press è · HOLD relieves the strain on the driver: beyond the pressure point (kickdown). but tings... menu ( page 121).
Page 148 Controls Driving systems Activating HOLD pressure until the HOLD message in the You will see a warning message in the multi- multi-function display goes out function display if HOLD is activated and: Make sure that the activation conditions G Risk of accident the driver's door is opened and you release are met.
Page 149 Controls Driving systems display. Immediately depress the brake firmly within 60 seconds of the engine being tionary. Otherwise, limbs could become until the warning message disappears from switched off trapped. the multi-function display or move the selec- G Risk of injury tor lever to P.
Page 150 Controls Driving systems Setting the normal level The damping/spring stiffness settings are Sports tuning II dependent on: Start the engine. Press button twice. your driving style Two indicator lamps light up. If indicator lamp is lit: the road surface conditions The vehicle level is lowered by 15 mm.
Page 151 Controls Driving systems Parktronic* G Risk of accident Parktronic is only an aid and may not detect all obstacles. It does not relieve you of the responsibility to pay attention. You are always responsible for safety and must continue to pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and manoeuvring.
Page 152 Controls Driving systems Front sensors If there is an obstacle within this range, all The warning display for each side of the vehi- warning displays light up and a tone sounds. cle is divided into five yellow and two red Centre Approximately 100 cm If the distance falls below the minimum clear-...
Page 153 Controls Driving systems Deactivating/activating Parktronic To deactivate/activate Parktronic Indicator lamp If indicator lamp is on, Parktronic is deac- tivated. Parktronic is automatically activated when you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 154: Air Conditioning
Controls Air conditioning Air conditioning Overview of the control panels The vehicle is equipped with one of the following air-conditioning systems: 2-zone Thermatic 4-zone Thermotronic* Rear-compartment air conditioning* 2-zone Thermatic is an automatic air-condi- 4-zone Thermotronic is a luxury automatic The rear-compartment air conditioning tioning system combining an automatic heat- air-conditioning system combining an auto-...
Page 155 Controls Air conditioning specified in the Service Booklet. As it Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period General notes during warm weather, e.g. using the sum- depends on environmental conditions, e.g. 2-zone Thermatic controls the temperature of heavy air pollution, the interval may be mer opening feature ( page 100).
Page 156 Controls Air conditioning Control panels for Thermatic/4-zone Thermotronic*/rear-compartment air-conditioning* 2-zone Thermatic Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Sets the temperature, left page 159) Set the temperature to 22 †. 2 y Demists the windscreen page 163) Only use the "demisting" function until the wind- screen is clear again.
Page 157 Controls Air conditioning Function Recommendation/Notes 4 Display 5 © Sets the air distribution page 162) 6 ¯ Switches the rear window heating on/off page 164) At very low temperatures, the rear window heating is only switched on once the vehicle interior has warmed 7 Sets the temperature, right page 159) Set the temperature to 22 †.
Page 158 Controls Air conditioning Function Recommendation/Notes d , Activates/deactivates Thermatic page 164) Only use this operating mode for a short time, e.g. in a tunnel. Otherwise, the windows can mist up due to lack of fresh air. e U Controls the air conditioning automatically Activate automatic air conditioning.
Page 159 Controls Air conditioning Function Recommendation/Notes 1 Sets the air distribution, left page 162) 2 y Activates/deactivates the demisting function for page 163) Only use the "demisting" function until the wind- the windscreen screen is clear again. 3 $ Increases the temperature, left-hand side Set the temperature to 22 †.
Page 160 Controls Air conditioning Function Recommendation/Notes b ™ Operates the rear-compartment air conditioning via page 160) 4-zone Thermotronic c Q Increases the airflow page 163) d ´ Activates/deactivates 4-zone Thermotronic Activate 4-zone Thermotronic. The display comes on. ( page 158) e · Reduces the airflow page 163) f T Activates/deactivates the auxiliary heating/venti- You can use the residual heat to heat or ventilate the...
Page 161 Controls Air conditioning Rear-compartment air conditioning* Activating/deactivating the control Switching cooling with air-dehumidi- panel fication on/off The "cooling with dehumidification" function When the air conditioning is switched off, is only available when the engine is running. the air supply and air circulation are also The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehu- switched off.
Page 162 Controls Air conditioning To switch on: press the button. Make sure that the key is in position 2 in œ the ignition lock. The indicator lamp in the button 4-zone Thermotronic only*: turn air dis- œ tribution thumbwheel to the comes on.
Page 163 Controls Air conditioning Rear air-conditioning zones Adjusting the air vents Press the button. ™ G Risk of injury The 4-zone Thermotronic* display switches Very hot or very cold air can flow from the to the rear-compartment air conditioning air vents. This could cause burns or frost- settings.
Page 164 Controls Air conditioning Setting the centre air vents Setting the side air vents air is approximately the same as that of the air flowing from the centre air vents. Close the stowage compartment air vent when heating mode is activated and acti- vate "cooling with air dehumidification"...
Page 165 Controls Air conditioning Setting the rear-compartment air vents Setting the air distribution Symbol Meaning Directs the airflow to the front 2-zone Thermatic and rear footwells The symbols for the air distribution have the following meanings: Directs the airflow to the centre Ú...
Page 166 Controls Air conditioning The symbols for the air distribution have the midification function remains on. Air-recir- Setting the airflow following meanings: culation mode remains deactivated. To increase/reduce: press the Symbol Meaning button. · Press the button. Directs the airflow through the The indicator lamp in the button goes centre, side and demister vents...
Page 167 Controls Air conditioning Windows misted up Switching the rear window heating Activating/deactivating air-recircula- on/off tion mode Windows misted up on the inside G Risk of accident You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if unpleasant odours are entering the vehicle Activate the "cooling function with air- Clear all windows of ice or snow before set- from outside.
Page 168 Controls Air conditioning To deactivate: press the button. will remain in this position when opened moves. If there is a risk of entrapment, using the convenience opening feature. press the , button again. If necessary, The indicator lamp in the button goes press the switch that stops, opens or closes out.
Page 169 Controls Air conditioning Activating or deactivating the auxiliary and 24 °C without using the heat of the run- The auxiliary heating/ventilation is auto- heating/ventilation matically deactivated after about 30 ning engine. The auxiliary heating is operated using fuel directly from the vehicle's fuel tank. minutes, or when: The auxiliary heating/ventilation can be acti- For this reason, the tank content must be at...
Page 170 You may use two additional remote controls check the status of the auxiliary heating/ advice" section ( page 264). for your vehicle. For further information, con- ventilation sult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Activating the auxiliary heating/ventila- tion Press the ON button.
Page 171 This time limit can be altered. To do this, ventilation is activated. ventilation is deactiva- visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a ted. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. A malfunction has occur- A malfunction has occur- Press the OFF button. red in the auxiliary heat-...
Page 172: Sliding Sunroof
Controls Sliding sunroof Only open the sliding/tilting sunroof if it Sliding sunroof The auxiliary ventilation is free of snow and ice. Otherwise, mal- is switched on. The num- Sliding/tilting sunroof* functions may occur. ber in the remote control G Risk of injury Do not allow anything to protrude from the display indicates the sliding/tilting sunroof.
Page 173 Controls Sliding sunroof Closing direction of arrow until the sliding/tilt- ing sunroof is closed. To close manually: pull the switch in the The sliding/tilting sunroof is closed with direction of arrow and hold it until the more force. sliding/tilting sunroof is in the desired posi- tion.
Page 174 Controls Sliding sunroof Lowering and closing Press the switch in the direction of The sliding/tilting sunroof does not close arrow and hold it until the sliding/tilting To lower manually: pull the switch in the sunroof is fully raised at the rear. it is raised at the rear direction of arrow and hold it until the...
Page 175: Loading And Stowing
Controls Loading and stowing Cup holder* in the centre console Loading and stowing Cup holder G Risk of injury Keep the cup holder closed while the vehi- cle is in motion. Otherwise, vehicle occu- pants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you: brake sharply change direction suddenly...
Page 176 Only secure the roof rack to the anchorage Cup holder points under covers 1. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Locking mechanism Observe the manufacturer's installation only use roof rack systems which have instructions.
Page 177 Controls Loading and stowing Skibag* G Risk of injury The skibag is designed to carry up to four pairs of skis. Do not use the skibag to carry any other type of load. The skibag must always be secured when laden.
Page 178 Controls Loading and stowing You should always close the flap in the boot if you do not require the skibag. This will prevent access to the boot from the vehicle interior. Removing the skibag The skibag can be removed for cleaning or drying.
Page 179 Controls Loading and stowing Press button 1. Always place the load against the front or Loading guidelines rear seat backrests. Flap folds down. G Risk of injury Secure the load with sufficiently strong and Press catch in and pull out frame Secure and position the load as described wear-resistant load restraints.
Page 180 Controls Loading and stowing Glove compartment Stowage compartment in the centre Stowage compartments console G Risk of injury The stowage compartments must be closed when items are stored in them. Luggage nets are not designed to secure heavy items of luggage. You or other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you:...
Page 181 Controls Loading and stowing Stowage compartment in front of the Cover armrest To open: press the left-hand or right-hand side of button and fold cover to one side. Ventilating the stowage compartment The stowage compartment under the armrest can be ventilated ( page 161).
Page 182 Controls Loading and stowing Rear stowage compartment in the rear Stowage compartment in the rear seat Stowage compartment under the driv- centre console armrest er's seat Socket To open: push the handle upwards and Cover raise the armrest. To open: pull tab upwards.
Page 183: Features
Controls Features Mirror in the sun visor Make sure that the rear window blind can Features move freely. Otherwise, the blind or other Mirror light only comes on if the sun visor Sun visors objects could be damaged. is clipped into retainer and mirror cover G Risk of accident has been folded up.
Page 184 Controls Features Ashtray in the rear compartment Ashtray* Cigarette lighter* The ashtray is located in the rear doors. G Risk of injury and fire Ashtray in the cockpit Only hold the hot cigarette lighter by its knob. Otherwise, you might burn yourself. Make sure that children travelling in the vehicle are not able to injure themselves on the hot cigarette lighter or cause a fire with...
Page 185 Controls Features Socket in the cockpit Socket in the rear passenger compart- Make sure that the key is in position 2 in ment the ignition lock. A socket is fitted in the centre console on Press lightly on the marking at the bottom vehicles with the non-smoker's package.
Page 186 Mercedes-Benz rec- Do not attempt to remove the mobile If it is permitted by law to operate commu- ommends the use of an approved exterior phone and the telephone bracket together.
Page 187 Controls Features For information on how to create a phone The system reads the phone book stored on the SIM card and in the mobile phone book entry, refer to the mobile phone oper- ating instructions. memory. If the same entry is stored in both of the phone books, both of these entries Own number sending: will be shown in the multi-function display.
Page 188 Controls Features Removing the mobile phone from the Removing the existing mobile phone Fitting a different mobile phone bracket mobile phone bracket bracket Example illustration Example illustration Contact plate Example illustration To release the mobile phone bracket To release the mobile phone Recesses To remove the mobile phone bracket Mobile phone bracket...
Page 189 Indicator lamp the first time the transmitter button is pro- available from: grammed. If this transmitter button has Transmitter button any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre already been programmed, indicator Transmitter button lamp will only start flashing at a rate of ®...
Page 190 Controls Features tion for at least 20 seconds before trying instructions, e.g. the sections on “Synchro- cator lamp will flash. Press the trans- another position. nising the transmitter” or “Registering a mitter button again if necessary. new transmitter”. You can also call the hot- Keep the transmitter button on the garage line mentioned above.
Page 191 Controls Features secured can slip and thereby interfere with the movement of the pedals. Do not place floormats on top of one another. Press-studs Retainers Slide seat backwards. To fit: place the floormat in position. Press stud onto retainer 2. To remove: pull floormat off retainers 2.
Page 192 Operation Running-in notes ....... 190 Refuelling ........... 190 Engine compartment ......193 Tyres and wheels ......198 Winter driving ........204 Driving tips ........206 Driving abroad ........208 Service ..........209 Care ............ 210...
Page 193: Running-In Notes
Mercedes-Benz recom- This would damage the fuel system and down). mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service engine and could result in a vehicle fire. Only use ranges 3, 2 or 1 for slow driving, Centre for this purpose.
Page 194 Vehicles with a diesel engine: To open the fuel filler flap Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the petrol If you have run the tank completely dry, it To insert the fuel cap may be mixed with the additive recommen-...
Page 195 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. local after-sales service. AMG vehicles Using fuel that does not comply with EN...
Page 196: Engine Compartment
G Risk of injury be refuelled with this winter diesel at temper- approved by Mercedes-Benz can be obtained The radiator fan between the radiator and atures of -5 °C or below. from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 197 Operation Engine compartment The handle for opening the bonnet is located The electronic ignition system uses high Make sure that the windscreen wipers are above the radiator grille. voltage. For this reason you must never switched off and that the key has been touch components of the ignition system pulled out of the ignition lock before open- (ignition coil, ignition cable, spark plug con-...
Page 198 Operation Engine compartment Using the oil dipstick The difference in quantity between lower Engine oil mark and upper mark is approxi- Depending on how it is driven, the vehicle mately 2 litres. consumes a maximum of 0.8 l oil per 1,000 km.
Page 199 Operation Engine compartment Checking the coolant level Coolant G Risk of injury The expansion tank is located in the engine compartment on the left when viewed in the The cooling system is pressurised. There- direction of travel. fore, only unscrew the cap once the engine has cooled down.
Page 200 Operation Engine compartment Top up the coolant if necessary. Add windscreen washer concentrate to the To open: pull cap upwards by the tab. washer fluid all year round. Replace cap and tighten all the way to To close: press cap onto the filler neck G Risk of fire the stop.
Page 201: Tyres And Wheels
Only fit tyres and wheels of the same type ded or when driving with snow chains. This For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- and make. could result in damage to the tyres or the...
Page 202 An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates pressure. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. its correct direction of rotation. Regularly check the tyre tread depth and When parking your vehicle, make sure that...
Page 203 Operation Tyres and wheels It is therefore recommended to additionally adapted according to the specifications given across the entire width of all tyres. If nec- in the fuel filler flap ( page 190). equip your vehicle with the TIREFIT kit* essary, turn the steering wheel so that when fitting tyres that do not feature run- you can see the tyre tread more easily.
Page 204 Operation Tyres and wheels The pressure of warm tyres should only be message will appear in the multi-function dis- Tyre pressure loss warning system corrected if it is too low for the current oper- play. G Risk of accident ating conditions. The function of the tyre pressure loss warning The tyre pressure loss warning system does You will find a table of tyre pressures for var-...
Page 205 Operation Tyres and wheels Yes Cancel tyres is set correctly for the operating con- Checking the tyre pressure electroni- ditions concerned. cally* If you wish to confirm the restart: Also observe the notes in the section on Press the button. The tyre pressure monitor only functions if æ...
Page 206 Operation Tyres and wheels Tyre pressure displayed only after changed the tyre pressure If you are carrying a deflated tyre in the vehicle, you may only reactivate the tyre driving for a few minutes changed the wheels or tyres pressure monitor if: The tyre pressure values indicated by the fitted new wheels or tyres the deflated tyre is no longer in the vehi-...
Page 207: Winter Driving
Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified fitted. If you fit winter tyres which have a The following message appears in the specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz lower maximum permitted speed than that of multi-function display: Check current Service Centre, at the onset of winter.
Page 208 Mercedes-Benz or are of a corresponding Shift the selector lever to N. tyre or the vehicle. standard of quality.
Page 209: Driving Tips
Operation Driving tips Downhill gradients Driving tips the braking distance and can lead to the brakes failing completely. On long and steep downhill gradients, espe- Rolling with the engine switched off cially if the vehicle is laden, you must select If the brakes have been used only moderately, G Risk of accident shift range 1, 2 or 3 in good time.
Page 210 Brake pads/linings which have not ing style and operating conditions. been approved for Mercedes-Benz or which Because of this, it is impossible to state a are not of an equivalent quality could affect mileage that will be valid under all circum- your vehicle's operating safety.
Page 211: Driving Abroad
If water has accumulated to a certain depth An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network on the road surface, there is a danger of aqua- is also available in other countries. You can...
Page 212: Service
You will also hear a warning tone. Service A due in .. days A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the Service A due in .. km service indicator when it carries out the nec- Service A due now essary service work.
Page 213: Care
Switch on the ignition. of your vehicle. Press to select the Basic è ÿ Do not affix: It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care display menu ( page 115). stickers products. Press to select the service films Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected information.
Page 214 Operation Care Automatic car wash sweeps being triggered. This could cause Battery damage to the vehicle. Connectors G Risk of accident After using an automatic car wash, wipe off Bulbs The vehicle is braked when HOLD is activa- wax from the windscreen and the wiper ted.
Page 215 Fold the wiper arms away from the wind- tion about anti-glare film can be obtained screen until you feel them engage. from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Wipe plastic parts with a damp, lint-free Clean the windscreen and the wiper blades.
Page 216 Use the chrome cleaning agent recommen- bag being triggered, plastic parts that have how long it has been there. ded by Mercedes-Benz for cleaning. Infor- become loose could cause considerable mation about chrome cleaning agents can injuries.
Page 217 Operation Care Cleaning Parktronic* The sensors are located in the front and rear bumpers. Parktronic* sensors in the front bumper Clean sensors in the bumper with water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. Do not use dry, coarse or hard cloths and do not scrub.
Page 218 Practical advice Where will I find...? ......216 Display messages ......219 Troubleshooting ........ 241 Locking/unlocking in an emer- gency ..........266 Resetting triggered NECK-PRO head restraints ........269 Changing the batteries ..... 269 Changing the bulbs ......271 Replacing the wiper blades ....275 Flat tyre ..........
Page 219: Where Will I Find
Practical advice Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Where will I find...? First-aid kit Warning triangle Check the expiry date of the first-aid kit annually, and replace the contents if nec- The warning triangle is located in the luggage essary.
Page 220 Practical advice Where will I find...? Fold up the boot floor and hook the retainer Vehicle tool kit, jack and spare Fire extinguisher* into the top of the boot frame. wheel* Have the fire extinguisher refilled after The vehicle tool kit is located in a stowage each use and checked every one or two Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit compartment underneath the boot floor.
Page 221 Practical advice Where will I find...? Vehicles with "Minispare" emergency Removing or fitting the luggage well spare wheel*/collapsible emergency spare wheel* or a spare wheel To fit: insert the luggage well into the boot Securing clips in such a way that securing clips roughly aligned with the securing bolts.
Page 222: Display Messages
Mercedes-Benz recom- display messages in red. In the following these messages continuously until the cau- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz tables, these display messages are printed in ses of the messages have been remedied. Service Centre for this purpose. In particu- red.
Page 223 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. If this work is not carried out correctly, the operating safety of your vehicle could be compromised.
Page 224 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution G Risk of accident ABS, ESP inopera- Drive on carefully. tive See Owner's Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ® ABS, ESP and therefore also PRE- Manual ® SAFE are unavailable due to a malfunc- tion.
Page 225 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution DISTRONIC currently unavail- Distronic* is deactivated and is tempora- Distronic* is available again and the display mes- able See Owner's rily inoperative, if: sage disappears when the dirt (e.g. slush) falls off Manual while you are driving or if the system detects that the Distronic* cover in the radiator...
Page 226 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Selector lever in You have switched off the engine with the Move the selector lever to P. park position KEYLESS GO button* and opened the driv- The engine can be started again. er's door.
Page 227 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tyre pressure is only displayed Drive on. The tyre pressure monitor* is measuring after driving for a the tyre pressure. The tyre pressures will appear in the multi- few minutes function display after you have been driving for a few minutes.
Page 228 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tyre press. Wheel sensor miss- The tyre pressure monitor* is not receiv- Have the tyre pressure monitor* and wheels mon. ing a signal from at least one wheel checked at a qualified specialist workshop. because a wheel has been fitted which Once wheels with suitable wheel sensors have does not have suitable sensors (e.g.
Page 229 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tyre pressure Check tyres The tyre pressure loss warning system has Stop the vehicle without making any sudden detected a significant pressure loss. steering or braking manoeuvres. Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so. Check the tyres.
Page 230 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution HOLD cannot be activa- A condition for activating HOLD has not Check the conditions for activating HOLD ted See Owner's been met. page 144). Manual Close the bonnet. Close the driver's door. Start the engine.
Page 231 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. If this work is not carried out correctly, the operating safety of your vehicle could be compromised.
Page 232 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution At least one door is open. The display Close the doors. symbol shows you which doors are open. The cooling fan for the coolant is faulty. If the coolant temperature is less than 120†, you can continue driving to the nearest quali- fied specialist workshop.
Page 233 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution G Risk of accident STOP Car too low Avoid large steering angles, otherwise the wing or the tyres could be damaged when you AIRMATIC Dual Control* is faulty. drive on. Listen for scraping sounds. Do not exceed a maximum speed of 80 km/h.
Page 234 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution G Risk of accident EBV, ABS, ESP inop- Drive on carefully. erative See Own- Visit a qualified specialist workshop immedi- ® EBV, ABS and ESP are unavailable due to er's Manual ately.
Page 235 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Coolant Stop vehi- The coolant is too hot. Stop the vehicle. Pay attention to the traffic cle, turn engine conditions as you do so. Switch off the engine. Wait until the display message disappears before restarting the engine.
Page 236 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Top up coolant See The coolant level is too low. Top up the coolant, observing the warning Owner's Manual notes before doing so ( page 196). Have the coolant system checked at a qualified specialist workshop if the coolant needs top- ping up more often than usual.
Page 237 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Turn signal in The turn signal lamp on the left-hand or Visit a qualified specialist workshop. left-hand mirror right-hand exterior mirror is faulty. This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed.
Page 238 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Main beam, left The left-hand or right-hand main-beam Replace the bulb ( page 271). headlamp is faulty. Main beam, right Left-hand licence The left-hand or right-hand licence plate Replace the bulb ( page 271).
Page 239 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Front left-hand The front left-hand or right-hand parking Replace the bulb ( page 271). parking lamp Back- lamp is faulty. up bulb on Front right-hand parking lamp Back- up bulb on Left-hand revers- The left-hand or right-hand reversing lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 240 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Check engine oil The engine oil level has dropped to a crit- Check the engine oil level ( page 195) and top level when next ical level. up the engine oil if necessary. refuelling Have the engine checked for leaks if the engine oil needs topping up more often than usual.
Page 241 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Tyre pressure The pressure in one or more tyres has Stop the vehicle without making any sudden Check tyres dropped significantly. The affected wheel steering or braking manoeuvres. Pay attention is highlighted in the tyre pressure display to the traffic conditions as you do so.
Page 242 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Key not detected The KEYLESS GO key* cannot be detected Change the location of the KEYLESS GO key* at present. within the vehicle. Operate the vehicle using the key in the ignition lock if necessary.
Page 243 Practical advice Display messages Display messages Possible cause/consequence Possible solution Reserve fuel level The fuel level has fallen below the reserve Refuel at the nearest filling station. range. The operation of the auxiliary heat- ing* can no longer be guaranteed. Enter PIN: You have not yet logged on to your mobile Enter the PIN for the SIM card.
Page 244: 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. If this work is not carried out correctly, the operating safety of your vehicle could be compromised.
Page 245 Vehicles with automatic child A special Mercedes-Benz child seat recognition on the front- seat with automatic child seat recognition has been fitted to the passenger seat*: front-passenger seat.
Page 246 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of injury Vehicles with automatic child Remove electronic equipment from the front-passenger seat, e.g.: seat recognition on the front- Notebooks There is no child seat fitted to the passenger seat*: front-passenger seat.
Page 247 Practical advice Troubleshooting Indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of accident - The yellow ABS warning Drive on carefully. lamp comes on while the Observe the additional messages in the multi-function display ABS is unavailable due to a mal- engine is running.
Page 248 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of accident ® Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pull- v The yellow ESP warning ing away. lamp flashes while the ® or traction control has vehicle is in motion.
Page 249 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of accident l The red distance warning Be prepared to brake immediately. lamp* lights up while the Pay careful attention to the traffic situation. You may have to brake You are approaching a vehicle in vehicle is in motion.
Page 250 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions D The red coolant warning The coolant level is too low. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. Pay attention to the traffic lamp comes on while the conditions as you do so. The coolant temperature has engine is running.
Page 251 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions ± The yellow engine diagnos- There may be a malfunction: Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at a qualified spe- tics warning lamp comes cialist workshop. in the fuel injection system on while the engine is run- in the exhaust system ning.
Page 252 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions < The red seat belt warning The seat belt warning lamp Fasten your seat belt ( page 88). lamp lights up for 6 sec- reminds the driver and front onds after the engine passenger to fasten their seat belts.
Page 253 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of injury < The red seat belt warning Fasten your seat belt ( page 88). lamp flashes and you hear The warning lamp goes out and the intermittent warning tone The driver or front passenger has an intermittent warning ceases.
Page 254 Practical advice Troubleshooting Warning tones Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You have opened the vehicle Switch off the alarm ( page 61). The anti-theft alarm system* is using the emergency key element suddenly triggered. without deactivating the anti- theft alarm system* first. You hear a warning tone.
Page 255 Practical advice Troubleshooting Accident Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of fire Fuel is leaking from the vehicle. Switch off the ignition immediately. Remove the ignition key. The fuel line or the fuel tank has been damaged. Do not restart the engine under any circumstances. The leaking fuel creates a risk of fire or explosion.
Page 256 Practical advice Troubleshooting Fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions G Risk of fire Fuel is leaking from the vehicle. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock immediately and remove it. The fuel line or the fuel tank is Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
Page 257 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The fuel tank has been run com- There is air in the fuel system. Refuel the vehicle. pletely dry on a vehicle with a Switch on the ignition for approximately 10 seconds (key in posi- diesel engine.
Page 258 Practical advice Troubleshooting Engine Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The engine will not start. HOLD is activated. Deactivating HOLD ( page 145). Start the engine again. The engine will not start. You can There may be a malfunction in Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before the next hear the starter motor operating.
Page 259 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Vehicles with a petrol engine: The engine electronics or a Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. mechanical component of the The engine is not running Have the cause rectified immediately at a qualified specialist work- engine control unit have been smoothly and is misfiring.
Page 260 Practical advice Troubleshooting Automatic transmission Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The transmission has problems The transmission is losing oil. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop shifting gear immediately. The acceleration ability is deteri- The transmission is in emergency Stop the vehicle.
Page 261 Practical advice Troubleshooting Parktronic* Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions Only the red segments in the Parktronic has malfunctioned If problems persist, have Parktronic checked at a qualified spe- Parktronic warning display are lit. and has switched itself off. cialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 262 Practical advice Troubleshooting Headlamps and turn signals Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The headlamps or the turn signals Air humidity is very high. Drive with the headlamps switched on. in the exterior mirrors are misted The headlamps are demisted after a short distance. up on the inside.
Page 263 Practical advice Troubleshooting Windows Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions A side window will not close. An object is blocking the side win- Remove the object(s). dow and preventing it from clos- Close the side window. ing. You cannot see the cause. Close the side window with increased force or without the anti- entrapment feature ( page 99).
Page 264 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.
Page 265 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The key cannot be turned in the The key has been in position 0 for Remove the key and reinsert it into the ignition lock. ignition lock. a considerable time. Check the starter battery and recharge it if necessary page 290).
Page 266 Practical advice Troubleshooting KEYLESS GO* Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions You cannot lock or unlock the The KEYLESS GO key batteries Lock or unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the vehicle using the KEYLESS GO are discharged or nearly dis- key.
Page 267 Start your vehicle using the KEYLESS GO key in the ignition lock. erful source of radio waves. You have lost the KEYLESS GO Have the KEYLESS GO key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service key. Centre. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
Page 268 Practical advice Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause/consequence Suggested solutions The auxiliary heating cannot be The remote control display shows Change your position in relation to the vehicle, moving closer if switched on or off using the FAIL and the ¢ symbol. necessary.
Page 269: Locking/Unlocking In An Emergency
Practical advice Locking/unlocking in an emergency Releasing and removing the emergency Locking/unlocking in an emergency Unlocking the vehicle key element If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked cen- Emergency key trally with the key or the KEYLESS GO key*: If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked or Remove the emergency key element from locked with the key or the KEYLESS GO...
Page 270 Practical advice Locking/unlocking in an emergency Insert the emergency key element fully into Locking the vehicle the lock of the driver's door. If the vehicle can no longer be locked cen- Turn the emergency key element clockwise trally with the key or the KEYLESS GO key*: as far as it will go to position $.
Page 271 Practical advice Locking/unlocking in an emergency Opening the boot manually (remote boot lid closing feature*) Recess To release the parking lock manually Selector lever cover Pull the boot lid down using recess 1. Release button To open the boot lid If necessary, close the boot lid from the Handle Depress the parking brake firmly.
Page 272: Resetting Triggered Neck-Pro Head Restraints
If a battery is swallowed, consult a doctor can no longer be adjusted. To press back head restraint cushion immediately. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Guide NECK-PRO head restraints checked at a quali- H Environmental note fied specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-...
Page 273 Practical advice Changing the batteries Insert emergency key element into the Key or KEYLESS GO key* Auxiliary heating* remote control opening in the key and push in the direction One 6V pin battery, type 2CR11108 is of the arrow. Checking the batteries required.
Page 274: Changing The Bulbs
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use G Risk of injury a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work relevant to Bulbs and lamps can be very hot. You safety or on safety-related systems must be...
Page 275 These bulbs must be replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Vehicles with halogen headlamps Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps*: always have these bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. * optional...
Page 276 Practical advice Changing the bulbs Insert bulb holder into the headlamp Changing the front bulbs and turn it clockwise until it engages. Place housing cover back on and turn it clockwise until it engages. Replacing the bulbs in the main-beam headlamps Switch off the lights.
Page 277 Practical advice Changing the bulbs Turn housing cover anti-clockwise and Insert the new bulb into bulb holder Insert licence plate lamp . remove it. turn it clockwise. Replace and tighten the screws 1. Turn main-beam headlamp bulb holder Insert bulb holder into the headlamp anti-clockwise until it disengages and then and turn it clockwise until it engages.
Page 278: Replacing The Wiper Blades
Practical advice Replacing the wiper blades When the wiper arms have reached a ver- Replacing the wiper blades Removing tical position, press the KEYLESS GO but- ton again. G Risk of accident Vehicles without KEYLESS GO* Fold the wiper arm away from the wind- The windscreen will no longer be properly Make sure that the key is in position 1 or screen until it engages.
Page 279: Flat Tyre
Practical advice Flat tyre All occupants must get out of the vehicle. Fitting Flat tyre Make sure that they are not endangered as Slide the new wiper blade into the retainer Your vehicle may be equipped with: they do so. on the wiper arm in the opposite direction a TIREFIT kit ( page 217)
Page 280 Affix part of the sticker near the valve supported by the jack. If you do not raise a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this on the wheel with the defective tyre. the vehicle as described, it could slip off the purpose. In particular, work relevant to G Risk of injury jack (e.g.
Page 281 Practical advice Flat tyre Version 1 If you get TIREFIT on your clothing, have it Screw air pump hose onto flange cleaned as soon as possible with perchloro- TIREFIT sealant filler bottle 1. ethylene. Place TIREFIT sealant filler bottle head G Risk of injury downwards into recess of the electric...
Page 282 First, TIREFIT is pumped into the tyre. The sary specialist knowledge and tools to carry pressure can briefly rise to around 5 bar. out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- Do not switch off the electric pump dur- ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz ing this phase.
Page 283 The vehicle's handling characteristics may out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- be affected. ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz H Environmental note Service Centre for this purpose.
Page 284 First, TIREFIT is pumped into the tyre. The sary specialist knowledge and tools to carry pressure can briefly rise to around 5 bar. out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- Do not switch off the electric pump dur- ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz ing this phase.
Page 285 Drive to the nearest workshop and have the wheel* and standard wheels may differ out the work required. Mercedes-Benz rec- tyre changed there. from one another. ommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Have the TIREFIT kit replaced as soon as Service Centre for this purpose.
Page 286 Mercedes-Benz recommends It is thus important to ensure that the jack similar under both wheels of the other axle. that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service is positioned correctly in the respective Centre for this purpose. In particular, work jacking points. Before positioning the jack,...
Page 287 Mercedes- Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or Service 24h for this purpose. In particular, work rel- evant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist...
Page 288 Practical advice Flat tyre Place the "Minispare"/collapsible emer- The electric air pump is located in the stow- age well under the boot floor. gency spare wheel* or the spare wheel onto the centring pin and push it on. Take the electric air pump out of the stow- age well under the boot floor.
Page 289 Practical advice Flat tyre G Risk of accident Screw union nut on air hose onto the Open the pressure release screw on the valve. pressure gauge until the tyre pressure is Have the tightening torque checked imme- correct. Insert plug into the cigarette lighter diately after a wheel is changed.
Page 290 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use Adapt your driving style accordingly and The maximum range that can be driven in a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this avoid sudden changes in direction and sud- emergency operation is measured from the purpose. In particular, work relevant to...
Page 291: Battery
Have the battery charge checked more fre- your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These bat- quently if you use the vehicle mainly for short Immediately rinse acid teries provide increased impact protection...
Page 292 You may You can obtain the electrostatic protec- Electrostatic protection otherwise destroy electronic components tion from any Mercedes-Benz Service Battery Centre. such as the alternator. Have the battery checked and, if neces-...
Page 293 Mercedes-Benz. These battery will need to apply more pressure to brake chargers allow the battery to be charged Remove the positive terminal clamp from and the brake pedal travel will be longer;...
Page 294: Jump-Starting
125). polarity reversal and further information about jump-starting can be obtained from Reset the sliding/tilting sunroof* any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. page 171). Reset the function for folding the exterior Avoid repeated and lengthy starting mirrors in/out automatically* by folding attempts.
Page 295 Gases escaping from the battery during Have the battery checked at a qualified jump-starting may cause minor explosions. specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Avoid creating sparks. Keep naked flames Positive terminal of your vehicle's battery Service Centre.
Page 296: Towing And Tow-Starting
If it is not possible to jump-start the vehicle, weight must not exceed the maximum per- missible gross vehicle weight of your vehi- have it towed to the nearest qualified spe- cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz cle. Service Centre. It is better to have the vehicle transported If the vehicle has suffered transmission than to have it towed.
Page 297 Practical advice Towing and tow-starting Opening the rear cover Fitting the towing eye Towing the vehicle You may tow the vehicle for a maximum Opening the front cover of 50 km. A towing speed of 50 km/h must not be exceeded. The mountings for the removable towing eyes are located in the bumpers.
Page 298: Fuses
The and rectified at a qualified specialist work- vehicle could otherwise be damaged. shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the lock.
Page 299 Practical advice Fuses To open: open the driver’s door. Before changing a fuse Fuse box in the boot Insert a flat, blunt object into the recess as Park the vehicle. The fuse box is located in the boot behind the a lever 2.
Page 300 Technical data Introduction to technical data ..298 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..298 Vehicle electronics ......299 Vehicle identification plates .... 300 Engine ..........302 Performance ........303 Tyres and wheels ......304 Vehicle dimensions ......309 Vehicle weights ......... 310 Service products and capacities ..
Page 301: Introduction To Technical Data
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Benz therefore accepts no responsibility for the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi- Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and approved cles, even if they have been independently or conversion parts and accessories are availa- officially approved.
Page 302: Vehicle Electronics
Mercedes- from fitting equipment not approved health of others. Using an exterior aerial Benz recommends that you use a by Mercedes-Benz is not covered by the takes into account current scientific dis- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- Mercedes-Benz warranty.
Page 303: Vehicle Identification Plates
Technical data Vehicle identification plates phones/wireless devices in the vehicle. Vehicle identification plates This also ensures that interference Vehicle identification plate with vehi- between these devices and the vehicle's cle identification number (VIN) and electronics is kept to a minimum. If instal- paint code number led, the exterior aerial conducts the elec- tromagnetic fields transmitted by a mobile...
Page 304 The engine number is stamped on the engine identification plate, the vehicle identification block (crankcase). More information can be number (VIN) is also stamped onto the vehicle obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service body. It is located on the floor in front of the Centre. front-passenger seat.
Page 305: Engine
Technical data Engine Engine CLS 280 CLS 500 CLS 63 AMG CLS 320 CDI CLS 350 CLS 350 CGI Rated output 170 kW (231 bhp) 200 kW (272 bhp) 215 kW (292 bhp) 285 kW (387 bhp) 378 kW (514 165 kW (224 bhp) bhp) At engine...
Page 306: Performance
Technical data Performance Performance Speeds CLS 500 CLS 63 AMG CLS 320 CDI CLS 280 CLS 350 CLS 350 CGI Maximum 250 km/h 250 km/h 250 km/h 250 km/h 246 km/h speed Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h CLS 500 CLS 63 AMG CLS 320 CDI CLS 280...
Page 307: Tyres And Wheels
MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Exten- ded* (with run-flat characteristics) If you use other tyres, Mercedes-Benz can- not accept any responsibility for damage which may occur. Information about tyres can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 308 Technical data Tyres and wheels Tyres CLS 280 / CLS 350 CLS 350* / CLS 350 CGI* CLS 350* CLS 350 CGI / CLS 320 CDI CLS 320 CDI* / CLS 500 CLS 350 CGI* CLS 320 CDI* / CLS 500* Front Summer tyres 245/45 R17 95W...
Page 309 Wheels 8.5J x 18 H2 ET 25 8.5J x 19 H2 ET 25 Snow chains not permitted. Special snow chains have been approved, please consult your authorised Mercedes-Benz Centre. Approved only for speeds up to a maximum of 220 km/h.
Page 310 Technical data Tyres and wheels AMG equipment* All models Front axle Summer tyres 255/35 ZR19 96Y XL Wheels 8.5J x 19 H2 ET 25 Rear axle Summer tyres 285/30 ZR19 98Y XL Wheels 9.5J x 19 H2 ET 28 Use of snow chains not permitted.
Page 311 Technical data Tyres and wheels Spare wheel* Your vehicle may be equipped with TIREFIT, a "Minispare"/collapsible emergency spare wheel* or a spare wheel* depending on the country, the engine and the wheels fitted. A tyre pressure of 3.5 bar/51 psi must be set for the collapsible emergency spare wheel*. A tyre pressure of 4.2 bar/61 psi must be set for the "Minispare"...
Page 312: Vehicle Dimensions
Technical data Vehicle dimensions Vehicle dimensions CLS 280 CLS 500 CLS 63 AMG CLS 320 CDI CLS 350 CLS 350 CGI Vehicle length 4,917 mm 4,917 mm 4,917 mm 4,917 mm 4,915 mm 4,917 mm (ECE) Vehicle width 2,107 mm 2,107 mm 2,107 mm 2,107 mm...
Page 313: Vehicle Weights
Technical data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights The unladen weight includes the driver (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment increase the unladen weight and reduce the maximum payload. CLS 280 CLS 500 CLS 63 AMG CLS 320 CDI CLS 350 CLS 350 CGI...
Page 314: Service Products And Capacities
To protect your health, do not allow service and specially approved by Mercedes-Benz for damaging to your health. products to come into contact with your your vehicle and are listed in the Mercedes- eyes or open wounds.
Page 315 Technical data Service products and capacities the wrong fuel result in damage to the at very low temperatures efficient use of the fuel by the engine injection system. Damage resulting from in urban traffic driving style adding the wrong fuel is not covered by the on short trips other non-technical factors, such as envi- warranty.
Page 316 Technical data Service products and capacities Fuel consumption The information does not refer to a specific vehicle, but serves as a means of comparing the different vehicle types. CLS 500 CLS 320 CDI CLS 280 CLS 350 CLS 350 CGI CLS 63 AMG Urban 14.3 –...
Page 317 Engine oil A list of engine oils tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products is available from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Approval by Mercedes-Benz is also often indicated by the MB Sheet number on the oil container. The table...
Page 318 You must approved by Mercedes-Benz. then have an oil change carried out as soon as possible. Capacities The following values refer to an oil change including the oil filter.
Page 319 There is more information about coolant The cooling system contains a lifetime and topping it up on Mercedes-Benz Spec- supply which must be renewed after 15 ifications for Service Products Sheet years, or after 250, 000 km at the latest.
Page 320 Over a period of time, the brake fluid absorbs The washer fluid reservoir holds approxi- approved by Mercedes-Benz and have this moisture from the air; this lowers its boiling mately 4.5 litres; on vehicles with the head- confirmed in the Service Booklet.
Page 321 Technical data Service products and capacities Top up the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and windscreen washer concentrate ( page 197). At temperatures below freezing point: Top up the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water, antifreeze and wind- screen washer concentrate ( page 197).
Page 322: Frequencies For Garage Door Open- Ers
Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio registration number Frequency range MHz Egypt W-KLE-17 / 08 March 06 27, 30, 40, 418, 433, 868 Andorra 20 July 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 Australia 28 June 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 Barbados...
Page 323 Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio registration number Frequency range MHz United Kingdom Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE18 May 05 27, 40, 418, 433, 868 Guadeloupe Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE10668 13 May 05 27, 30, 40, 433, 868 Ireland Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE18 May 05 27, 40, 433, 868...
Page 324 Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio registration number Frequency range MHz Lebanon Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 27.4-1B-1609 6 May 05 27, 40, 433, 868 Liechtenstein Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 14357 27 May 05 27, 40, 433, 868 Lithuania Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE27.4-1B-1609 6 May 05...
Page 325 Technical data Frequencies for garage door openers* Country Radio registration number Frequency range MHz Saudi Arabia 11_02_05/5024-5-6 418, 433 Sweden Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE18 May 05 27, 40, 433, 868 Switzerland Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE14357 27 May 05 27, 40, 433, 868 Slovakia Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE...

This manual is also suitable for:

Cls 280 33 2008 Cls 280 35 2008 Cls 280 48 2008 Cls 320 cdi 2008 Cls 350 32 2008 Cls 350 34 2008 ... Show all

Mercedes-Benz CLS 280 2008 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

At a Glance

Controls

Operation

Practical Advice

Quick Links

Chapters

Related Manuals for Mercedes-Benz CLS 280 2008

Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz CLS 280 2008

This manual is also suitable for:

Table of Contents