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É2325842501-ËÍ
2325842501
Order no. P232 0051 13 Part no. 232 584 25 01
Edition D-2023
Mercedes-AMG SL Roadster
Operator's Manual
Mercedes-Benz

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  • Page 1 (menu item "Vehicle guarantees in printed form. information"). Start with the quick guide or broaden your knowledge with practical tips. Mercedes-AMG SL Roadster É2325842501-ËÍ Operator's Manual 2325842501 Order no. P232 0051 13 Part no. 232 584 25 01 Mercedes-Benz Edition D-2023...
  • Page 2 & WARNING Risk of injury or death if the co- Publication details driver airbag is enabled Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- If the co-driver airbag is enabled, a child on cles and about Mercedes‑Benz AG can be found the co-driver seat may be struck by the co- on the following websites: driver airbag during an accident.
  • Page 3 Printed Operator's Manual Damage to the vehicle resulting from the disre- gard of the instructions is not covered by the Maintenance Booklet Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. Equipment-dependent supplements The standard equipment and product description Supplementary documents of your vehicle may vary and depends on the fol- lowing factors: Keep these documents in the vehicle at all times.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Occupant safety ..........37 Notes on grab handles ........93 Environmental protection ......21 Restraint system ........... 37 Seats ............93 Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts ......21 Seat belts ............. 39 Steering wheel ..........102 Operator's manual ........22 Airbags ............43 Easy entry and exit feature ......
  • Page 5 Tire pressure ..........332 Mercedes me app ........287 DYNAMIC SELECT button ......155 Loading the vehicle ........337 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system ..294 Automatic transmission ....... 159 Tire labeling ..........342 Sound settings ..........297 Function of 4MATIC ........164 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..
  • Page 6 Contents Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine number overview ......362 Operating fluids ........... 363 Vehicle data ..........370 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps ............372 Display messages ........372 Warning and indicator lamps ....... 429 Index ............448...
  • Page 7: Symbols

    Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the follow- Observe notes on material damage. ing symbols: These symbols indicate useful instructions or & WARNING Danger due to not observing further information that could be helpful to the warning notices you.
  • Page 8: At A Glance

    At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles...
  • Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel paddle shifters ú Fingerprint sensor → → Combination switch Ü Switching the MBUX multimedia system on/off → Driver's display → w Setting the display angle → DIRECT SELECT lever → ø Adjusting the volume →...
  • Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → Adjusts the steering wheel → ý Switches the steering wheel heater on/off...
  • Page 12: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps Driver's display...
  • Page 13 At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps → → t Sets the vehicle level ; Check Engine → → #! Turn signal lights ® å ESP → → ä Suspension (yellow) ® ÷ ESP → ä Suspension (red) → f Active aerodynamics profile →...
  • Page 14 At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps → → 8 Reserve fuel with fuel filler flap location T Standing lights indicator → R Rear fog light Fuel level → H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system → K High beam → L Low beam...
  • Page 16: Overhead Control Panel

    At a glance – Overhead control panel...
  • Page 17 At a glance – Overhead control panel → Sun visors G SOS button → → c Switches the front interior lighting on/off Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off → → u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps →...
  • Page 18: Door Operating Unit And Seat Adjustment

    At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment...
  • Page 19 At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment → → ß Ü Locks/unlocks the vehicle W Opens/closes the left side window → → Í Operates the outside mirrors Opens the door → → Adjusts the seats electrically W Opens/closes the right side window →...
  • Page 20: Emergencies And Breakdowns

    At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
  • Page 21 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → B-pillar with: £ Hazard warning light system → → QR code for accessing the rescue card Fire extinguisher → Safety vests Fuel filler flap with: → → ; me button information label on fuel type →...
  • Page 22: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual You can search for keywords using the Search Some sections in the Digital Operator's Manual, Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual field in order to quickly find answers to questions such as warning notes, can be expanded and col- Multimedia system: lapsed.
  • Page 23: General Notes

    Do not warm up the vehicle while sta- tionary. vehicle. Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts Operate your vehicle in an environmentally Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental responsible manner to help protect the envi- ronment.
  • Page 24: Operator's Manual

    (e.g. the brake system) may malfunction. Operator's manual Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices, Only use Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts or parts of as well as control units and sensors for the equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and acces- This Operator's Manual and the Digital Operator's...
  • Page 25: Touch-Sensitive Controls

    Information is available at any authorized your vehicle is equipped with touch-sensitive con- When reaching a new area on the user inter- Mercedes-Benz Service Center. trols. face surface, e.g. a pop-up window These are located in the following areas of your...
  • Page 26: Service And Vehicle Operation

    The on-demand feature has been activated. damage. For some features, a notification also appears The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in in the vehicle's multimedia system. offers technical help in the case of a breakdown. Europe through our European Delivery Program.
  • Page 27: Operating Safety

    Never tamper with the wiring and elec- Car" in the Service and Guarantee booklet or sim- tronic component parts or their soft- ply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal- ware. Center (USA) at the hotline number...
  • Page 28 General notes Observe the "On-board electronics" section in underbody paneling. These materials may * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to driv- "Technical data". ignite if they come into contact with hot parts ing too fast and due to impacts to the of the exhaust system.
  • Page 29: Notes On Mounting The License Plate On The Front License Plate Holder

    General notes If you modify component parts of these high- Observe the following points when mounting voltage components or touch damaged com- the license plate on the front license plate ponent parts, you may be electrocuted. holder: High voltage components may be damaged in Mount the license plate directly on the an accident, although the damage may not be license plate holder without advertising...
  • Page 30: Diagnostics Connection

    General notes compliance could void the user’s authority to repair and maintenance work or for reading out Stow all objects in the vehicle securely operate the equipment." vehicle data in a specialist workshop. Diagnostic so that they cannot get into the driver's devices should therefore only be connected in a Canada: "This vehicle contains licence-exempt footwell.
  • Page 31: Qualified Specialist Workshop

    Correct use of the vehicle Qualified specialist workshop If you remove any warning stickers, you or others An authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center is a could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary warning stickers in position.
  • Page 32: Notes For Persons With Electronic Medical Aids

    Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal safe operation, we urge you to contact an author- Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National ized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have Observe the notes and warnings of the manufac- Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966".
  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    Transport Canada cannot become involved in indi- ing instructions on proper operation of you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. vidual problems between you, your dealer or your vehicle as well as on possible vehi- Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc.
  • Page 34: Data Storage

    General notes Personal data Governmental entities are themselves, in individ- Data storage Every vehicle is identified by a unique vehicle ual cases and within the applicable legal frame- Data processing in the vehicle identification number. Depending on the country, work, authorized to read out data from the vehi- this vehicle identification number can be used by, cle.
  • Page 35 General notes ing state, component loads, maintenance require- down services. The same is true in the case of Convenience and infotainment functions ments and technical events or malfunctions. warranty claims and quality assurance measures. You can store convenience settings and individual settings in the vehicle and change or reset them Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow- In general, the readout is performed via the legally...
  • Page 36 General notes These data for convenience and infotainment This integration allows the use of selected smart- Manufacturer's services functions may be saved locally in the vehicle or phone apps, such as navigation or music player Regarding the manufacturer's online services, the they may be located on a device which you have apps.
  • Page 37 General notes use. As a general rule, the manufacturer has no MBUX multimedia system/Mercedes me connect The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such influence on the content exchanged. data as: If the vehicle is equipped with the MBUX multime- For this reason, when services are provided by How various systems in your vehicle were dia system or Mercedes me connect, additional...
  • Page 38: Copyright

    17 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. ® Burmester is a registered trademark of from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly Burmester Audiosysteme GmbH. Copyright disclaims any and all liability arising from the ® ®...
  • Page 39: Occupant Safety

    However, no system available today can com- ing Devices and/or air bags supplement the pro- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. pletely eliminate injuries and fatalities in every tection offered by a correctly worn seat belt.
  • Page 40 Occupant safety Restraint system functionality in air bag deployment. Nor do they provide an Have the restraint system checked and indication of air bag deployment. repaired immediately at a qualified spe- When the vehicle is switched on, a self-test is per- cialist workshop.
  • Page 41: Seat Belts

    Using the search function, you will find information on perchlorate, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Always observe the instructions about the correct for example. vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop driver's seat position and adjusting the seat after an accident.
  • Page 42 Occupant safety In order for the correctly worn seat belt to provide Never secure objects with a seat belt if the Limitations of the protection provided by the seat the intended level of protection, each vehicle seat belt is also being used by one of the vehi- belt occupant must observe the following information: cle's occupants.
  • Page 43 Only use seat belts which have been approved for The seat belt buckle is damaged or & WARNING Risk of injury or death from your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. extremely dirty deployed pyrotechnic Emergency Tension- The AMG sports seat and the AMG Performance...
  • Page 44 Occupant safety Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the * NOTE Deployment of components of the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop restraint system when the front passenger after an accident. seat is unoccupied and a seat belt is buckled...
  • Page 45: Airbags

    Occupant safety force. Do not hold the seat belt tightly while it is Seat belt warning function for the driver and front Airbags adjusting. passenger Overview of air bags You can activate and deactivate the seat belt The ü seat belt warning lamp on the driver's adjustment function using the multimedia system display is a reminder that all vehicle occupants page 43).
  • Page 46 Occupant safety When enabled, an air bag can provide additional child restraint systems on the front passenger Store objects in a suitable place. protection for the respective vehicle occupant. seat ( page 61). Only one person should use each seat Potential protection provided by each air bag: belt at any one time.
  • Page 47 Occupant safety Only hold the steering wheel by the steering There are no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, Each vehicle occupant must make sure of the wheel rim. This allows the airbag to be fully hanging on the grab handles or coat hooks. following: deployed.
  • Page 48 & WARNING Risk of injury from objects in have been approved for the correspond- or by heavy objects. ing seats by Mercedes-Benz. the deployment area of an airbag Before commencing your journey, make Objects in the deployment area of an airbag sure that the head airbag covers are &...
  • Page 49 Occupant safety occupied by a person or a child restraint system. Sit in an almost upright seat position with their formed on the doors or door trim, or if the The front passenger air bag and front passenger back against the seat backrest. doors are damaged.
  • Page 50 Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator The status of the front passenger air bag is dis- If the front passenger seat is occupied, always lamps played via the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator ensure that: lamps after the self-test: The classification of the person in the front ON is lit: the front passenger air bag may passenger seat is correct and the front...
  • Page 51 Occupant safety checked and repaired immediately at a qualified or be off. Always observe the following informa- Always ensure that the co-driver airbag is specialist workshop. tion. disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit. Status display &...
  • Page 52 Occupant safety Instead, they should use a rear passenger from the seat belt outlet. If necessary, If the front passenger seat is occupied, always compartment seat. adjust the front passenger seat accord- ensure that: ingly. If the front passenger seat is occupied by a The classification of the person in the front person of smaller stature (e.g.
  • Page 53: Roll Bar

    Occupant safety Roll bar Always make sure that the there is noth- ® PRE-SAFE system ing in the sweep of the roll bars. ® Function of PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant & DANGER Risk of injury or death due to a Always stow and secure objects in the protection) malfunction of the roll bars vehicle correctly.
  • Page 54: Automatic Measures After An Accident

    Occupant safety pants. These measures cannot necessarily pre- Automatic measures after an accident * NOTE Damage caused by objects in the vent an imminent impact. footwell or behind the seat Depending on the type and severity of the acci- ® PRE-SAFE PLUS can implement the following dent, and depending on the vehicle's equipment,...
  • Page 55: Safely Transporting Children In The Vehicle

    The driver can cancel automatic braking by taking 12 years old or under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height, this Operator's Manual. A child restraint system the following actions: Mercedes-Benz recommends you observe the fol- is, for example: lowing information: Braking more strongly than automatic braking...
  • Page 56 Detecting risks, avoiding danger Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child Make sure that the entire base of the booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide. child restraint system always rests on Securing systems for child restraint systems in the sitting surface of the seat.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety Fitting the ISOFIX child restraint system on Do not modify the child restraint system Always replace damaged covers with the rear passenger compartment seat genuine covers. & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifica- page 58) tions to the child restraint system Securing the child restraint system with &...
  • Page 58 Occupant safety It may be the case that the child cannot be Cover the child restraint system with a In addition, the children could also set the properly restrained. blanket, for example. vehicle in motion, for example by: Always immediately replace child If the child restraint system has been releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety Overview of suitable seats in the vehicle for instal- Activating or deactivating the special seat belt The seat belts on the following seats are equipped ling a child restraint system retractor of the seat belt with a special seat belt retractor: Front passenger seat Left/right rear seat &...
  • Page 60 Occupant safety Deactivating the special seat belt retractor O Always comply with the manufacturer's system with which the child is secured installation and operating instructions for the Press the release button of the seat belt with the vehicle seat belt. child restraint system used.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety O If the head restraint of the child seat cannot seats. Children 4.4 ft (1.35 m) to 5 ft (1.50 m) tall Attach the ISOFIX child restraint system to be fully extended when it is installed in the should travel in a suitable child restraint system both mounting brackets in the vehicle.
  • Page 62 Occupant safety Hook seat backrest panel into the upper (1.50 m) tall should travel in a suitable child Contact with the roof when the head restraint system on the front passenger seat. restraint is fully extended and locked in place guide.
  • Page 63 Occupant safety Install the child restraint system. Securing the child restraint system with the seat Always ensure that the co-driver airbag is The entire base of the child restraint system belt on the front passenger seat disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF must always rest on the seat surface of the indicator lamp must be lit.
  • Page 64 Occupant safety maximum size setting for child restraint sys- Set the seat backrest to the most vertical & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to tems in weight group 2 or 3. position possible. objects between the seat surface and the Contact with the roof when the head Install the child restraint system.
  • Page 65: Notes On Pets In The Vehicle

    Occupant safety Notes on pets in the vehicle & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to animals left unsecured or unattended in the vehicle If you leave animals in the vehicle unattended or unsecured, they could possibly press but- tons or switches.
  • Page 66: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing Locks SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Indicator lamp Overview of SmartKey functions Panic alarm Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due of children.
  • Page 67 Opening and closing Indicator lamp of the vehicle locking system Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking verifi- To activate: press button for approximately cation signal one second. A visual and audible alarm is triggered. Multimedia system: To deactivate: briefly press button again. ©...
  • Page 68 Opening and closing Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: if you touch the When the vehicle is started with the SmartKey Inserting the emergency key inner surface of the door handle on the driv- in the stowage compartment of the center er's door, only the driver's door and the fuel console, the function of the SmartKey is auto- filler flap will be unlocked.
  • Page 69 You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. do not use the SmartKey any longer and keep out of the reach of children. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- If batteries are swallowed, seek medical shop.
  • Page 70: Doors

    Opening and closing Insert the front tabs of cover into the Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified spe- Doors cialist workshop. housing first and then press on both sides to Unlocking and opening doors from the inside close it. There is interference from a powerful radio signal Make sure that cover is completely closed.
  • Page 71 Opening and closing Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. The door handles retract automatically: the inside The vehicle is not unlocked: when you lock the vehicle with the key if you have locked the vehicle using the Smart- when you touch the recessed sensor surface of the door handle to lock it...
  • Page 72 Opening and closing Observe the notes: If the door handle is not extended, e. g. after a waiting period: on washing the vehicle in a car wash page 306) on using a power washer( page 307) To lock the vehicle: touch recessed sensor surface 3.
  • Page 73 Opening and closing Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting There is interference from a powerful radio signal Switch Automatic Door Lock on or off. source In the following situations, there is a danger of You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using Possible causes if the function of KEYLESS-GO is being locked out when the function is activated: KEYLESS-GO...
  • Page 74: Trunk

    Opening and closing Forcefully pull door handle outward past the pressure point. Turn the mechanical key back to its starting position. Remove the mechanical key and release the door handle. Trunk Opening the trunk lid & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 75 Opening and closing Vehicles with trunk lid convenience closing If the trunk lid is stopped in an intermediate * NOTE Damage to the trunk lid by obsta- position, pull it upwards. Release it as soon as cles above the vehicle it begins to open.
  • Page 76 Opening and closing Before locking, ensure that at least one Always stow objects in such a way that Pull the trunk lid handle. SmartKey belonging to the vehicle is outside they cannot be thrown around. the vehicle. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: it is also Before the journey, secure objects, lug- To close the trunk lid: pull the trunk lid down- possible to stop the closing process by making a...
  • Page 77 Opening and closing SmartKey must be in the vicinity of the vehi- cle. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS With the trunk lid completely open, make a kicking movement with your foot below the bumper ( page 76). Trunk lid automatic reversing function The trunk lid is equipped with automatic blockage detection with a reversing function.
  • Page 78 Opening and closing HANDS-FREE ACCESS function A warning tone sounds while the trunk lid is In these situations in particular, the reversing opening or closing. function cannot prevent someone being trap- ped. & WARNING Risk of burns caused by a hot Ensure that no body parts are in the exhaust system closing area.
  • Page 79 Opening and closing The trunk lid could be opened or closed uninten- washer) or 20 ft (6 m) (automatic car tionally in the following situations: wash) away from the vehicle. A person's arms or legs are moving in the sen- When making the kicking movement, make sure sor detection range, e.g.
  • Page 80 Opening and closing Switching separate trunk locking on and off Enter the PIN. If the PIN is correct, separate trunk locking Multimedia system: will be switched off and the PIN deleted. © Settings Vehicle Closing functioning Unlocking and opening the trunk from inside with the emergency release Switching separate trunk locking on Select...
  • Page 81: Soft Top

    80). Parts of the body could become trapped. When the vehicle is being transported For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends (e.g. on a motorail), do not open or close Ensure that there are no body parts in opening or closing the soft top when the vehicle is the soft top.
  • Page 82 Opening and closing ess while you are slightly exceeding this speed, do Press and hold button again within five * NOTE Possible damage to the soft top dur- not drive at a speed greater than 37 mph seconds until the soft top is fully open or ing opening or closing (60 km/h).
  • Page 83 Opening or closing the soft top position when the soft top is open . trunk partition is open. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends You can also open or close the soft top via the Make sure that the load does not push...
  • Page 84: Installing And Removing The Folding Wind Screen

    Opening and closing Problems with the soft top You are driving at a speed greater than 37 mph (60 km/h). The soft top will not open or close. Reduce your speed to below 37 mph Possible causes: (60 km/h). The vehicle is not switched on. The soft top mechanical components or con- Make sure that the vehicle is switched on.
  • Page 85 Opening and closing Do not place any objects on the installed Adjust the backrest positions of the front wind screen. seats. * NOTE The wind screen can be damaged if * NOTE Damage to the wind screen due to installed when the soft top is closed objects placed on it The vehicle interior or the wind screen can be The wind screen is stored in a bag in the...
  • Page 86 Opening and closing Before inserting the folding wind screen into the side fixture, pull the handle in the direction of the arrow. Pull handle in the direction of the arrow until red marking is no longer visible. Align folding wind screen with side fixture on the vehicle from above and insert.
  • Page 87: Side Windows

    Opening and closing Push handle on folding wind screen & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when back as far as it will go. closing a side window Make sure that red marking of the lock When closing a side window, body parts could verification indicator is no longer visible.
  • Page 88 Opening and closing When the vehicle is switched off, you can con- Pull or push one of rear side window buttons & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped tinue to operate the side windows. despite there being reversing protection All side windows will be opened or closed This function is available for around four minutes on the side window simultaneously.
  • Page 89 Opening and closing Convenience opening (ventilating the vehicle Requirements Convenience closing (closing the vehicle from out- before starting a journey) The SmartKey is in the immediate vicinity of side) the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of entrapment when open- & WARNING Risk of entrapment due to not Press and hold the Ü...
  • Page 90 Opening and closing Requirements: Resolving problems with the side windows If a side window is obstructed during closing and The SmartKey is in the immediate vicinity of reopens again immediately: the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or Immediately after this, pull and hold the corre- fatally injured if reversing protection is not sponding button again until the side window Press and hold the s button on the Smart-...
  • Page 91: Anti-Theft Protection

    Smart- not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or after the vehicle is unlocked using KEYLESS- 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 92 Opening and closing after the start/stop button is pressed with the Function of the tow-away alarm after the vehicle is unlocked using KEYLESS- SmartKey in the stowage compartment This function may not be available in all coun- page 142) when HANDS-FREE ACCESS is in use tries.
  • Page 93 Opening and closing Arming/deactivating interior protection Multimedia system: © Settings Vehicle Opening/closing Vehicle Protection Arm or deactivate Interior Motion Sensor. Interior protection is armed again in the following cases: The vehicle is unlocked again. A door is opened. The vehicle is locked again.
  • Page 94: Seats And Stowing

    Seats and stowing Your legs are not fully extended and you can Notes on the correct driver's seat position depress the pedals properly & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- The back of your head is supported at eye ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is level by the center of the head restraint in motion...
  • Page 95: Notes On Height Restrictions On The Rear Seats

    Seats and stowing The use of the second row of seats is permitted Notes on height restrictions on the rear seats Seats only for persons up to a height of 59.1 in Adjusting the front seat electrically (1.50 m). For children in suitable child restraint systems, &...
  • Page 96 Seats and stowing Observe the safety notes on "Airbags" and "Chil- Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so Children in particular could accidentally press dren in the vehicle". that it is as close as possible to the back of your the electrical seat adjustment buttons and head.
  • Page 97 Seats and stowing The head restraint height will be adjusted Do not store any objects under the co- automatically when you adjust the seat height driver seat. or the seat fore-and-aft position. When the co-driver seat is occupied, make sure that no objects are trapped Adjusting the front passenger seat electrically under the co-driver seat.
  • Page 98 Seats and stowing You can call up the following functions for the Head restraints When moving the seats back, make sure front passenger seat: that there are no objects in the footwell, Adjusting the head restraints on the front seats under or behind the seats.
  • Page 99 Seats and stowing Configuring the seat settings & WARNING Risk of injury due to head restraints not being installed or being Multimedia system: adjusted incorrectly © Comfort Seat If head restraints have not been installed or Adjusting the air cushions have not been adjusted correctly, there is an In the corresponding menu, adjust the air increased risk of injury in the head and neck...
  • Page 100 Seats and stowing Setting automatic seat adjustment Multimedia system: comfortable, it can be manually adapted at any time via the control buttons. © Comfort Seat & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped dur- The outside mirrors are not set via this func- Automatic Seat Positioning tion.
  • Page 101 Seats and stowing The availability of this function is dependent * NOTE Damage to the seat backrests when on the vehicle's equipment. folding back The seat backrests may be damaged by Resetting seat settings objects when you fold them back. Multimedia system: Make sure that there are no objects ©...
  • Page 102 100 Seats and stowing Swing back the seat backrest. To protect against overheating, the seat heating may be temporarily deactivated after it has been Ensure that the seat backrest is engaged. switched on repeatedly. If the seat backrest is not engaged, this will be shown on the multifunction display on the * NOTE Damage to the seats caused by instrument cluster.
  • Page 103 Seats and stowing 101 If you switch the power supply off and on ventilation setting for the driver's seat will again within 20 minutes, the previous setting remain active. of the seat heating for the driver's seat will remain active. Switching AIRSCARF on/off You can set the heat distribution of the heated sections among the seat cushions and seat...
  • Page 104: Steering Wheel

    102 Seats and stowing When switching on, the blower will start up Steering wheel only after a preheating phase lasting a few Adjusting the steering wheel electrically seconds. After switching off, the blower will continue to & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- run for a few seconds to cool down the heat- ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is ing elements.
  • Page 105 Seats and stowing 103 Switching the steering wheel heater on/off Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Requirements: When leaving the vehicle, always take the The power supply or the vehicle has been SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. switched on.
  • Page 106: Easy Entry And Exit Feature

    104 Seats and stowing When you switch the vehicle off, the steering Easy entry and exit feature Move the adjustment lever of the steer- wheel heater will switch off. ing wheel. Using the easy entry and exit feature The adjustment process will be stopped. Linking the steering wheel heater to the seat heat- &...
  • Page 107 Seats and stowing 105 The driver's seat will then move backwards Setting the easy entry and exit feature Never leave children unattended in the only if it is not already at the rear of the seat vehicle. Requirements: adjustment range. When leaving the vehicle, always take the The automatic seat adjustment has been acti- The steering wheel and the driver's seat will move...
  • Page 108: Memory Function

    106 Seats and stowing You can save the following settings for the front Memory function parts are in the area of movement of the seat: seat or the steering wheel. Function of the memory function Seat, backrest, head restraint position and If someone becomes trapped, press a contour of the seat backrest in the lumbar &...
  • Page 109: Stowage Areas

    Seats and stowing 107 Operating the memory function Press one of preset position buttons 4, Never drive with the trunk lid open. T or U within three seconds. Storing An acoustic signal will sound. The settings will & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured now be stored.
  • Page 110 108 Seats and stowing function of the automatic front passenger air bag holders, open storage spaces and mobile * NOTE Damage to the stowage compart- actuation ( page 47). phone brackets cannot always retain all ment under the ashtray due to intense objects they contain.
  • Page 111 Seats and stowing 109 The driving characteristics of your vehicle are Notes on driving with a roof load Always make sure that the cigarette dependent on the distribution of the load within lighter is out of reach of children. Evenly distribute the roof load, and place the vehicle.
  • Page 112 110 Seats and stowing Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior Opening and closing the stowage compartment in Always stow and secure heavy, hard, the front center console pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky Overview of the front stowage compartments objects in the trunk. &...
  • Page 113 Seats and stowing 111 Opening or closing the stowage space under the Opening Adjusting the cargo compartment floor load compartment floor Adjusting the height & WARNING Risk of injury due to an open * NOTE Damage to the cargo compartment cargo compartment floor floor due to incorrect installation If you drive with the cargo compartment floor...
  • Page 114: Sockets

    112 Seats and stowing Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle Insert the plug of the device. has the following 12 V sockets: If you have connected a device to the 12 V In the stowage compartment in the front cen- socket, leave the cover of the stowage compart- ter console ment open.
  • Page 115 Seats and stowing 113 Depending on the vehicle equipment, the Always make sure that objects do not * NOTE Damage to objects caused by plac- mobile phone is connected to the vehicle's protrude from stowage spaces, parcel ing them in the mobile phone storage exterior antenna via the charging module.
  • Page 116: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats

    The mat can be removed for cleaning, e.g. charging. using clean, lukewarm water. A list of compatible mobile phones can be found at: https://www.mercedes-benz- mobile.com/ Installing/removing the floor mats Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the vehi- & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects...
  • Page 117 Seats and stowing 115 Installation Removal Slide the corresponding seat backwards and pull the floor mat off holders 2. Remove the floor mat. Slide the corresponding seat backwards and lay the floor mat in the footwell. Press studs onto holders 2. Adjust the corresponding seat.
  • Page 118: 116 Light And Visibility

    116 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam / high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on/off Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the parking lamp will be deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low-beam indicator lamp.
  • Page 119 Light and visibility 117 The exterior lighting (except standing and parking Operating the combination switch for the lights & WARNING Risk of accident when the low lights) will switch off automatically when the driv- beam is switched off in poor visibility er's door is opened.
  • Page 120 118 Light and visibility Switching on high beam To indicate permanently: push the combina- Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights tion switch beyond the point of resistance in Turn the light switch to the L or à the direction of arrow or 4.
  • Page 121 Light and visibility 119 Adaptive functions of the DIGITAL LIGHT Active headlamps function Cornering light function Intelligent Light System function In this system, the headlamps adapt to the driving and weather situation. It also provides extended functions for improved illumination of the road. The availability of the functions is dependent on the country.
  • Page 122 120 Light and visibility Traffic circle and intersection function (Canada): the navigation system The function is automatically deactivated under the cornering light will be activated on both sides the following conditions: The function is not active in the following cases: based on an evaluation of the vehicle's current When speeds greater than 62 mph at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h)
  • Page 123 Light and visibility 121 Only vehicles with a multimedia system with Spotlight Notes navigation have this function. Assistance functions of DIGITAL LIGHT DIGITAL LIGHT visually expands on the driver assistance systems by projecting the assistant displays in front of the vehicle while it is in motion.
  • Page 124 122 Light and visibility Collision warning Lane change warning Lane keeping and blind spot warning If you fall below the safe distance at speeds of at During assisted lane changes at speeds of at least At speeds of at least 19 mph (30 km/h), a trian- least 19 mph (30 km/h), a collision warning sym- 19 mph (30 km/h), the course of the lane change gle that indicates a lane correction and its direc-...
  • Page 125 Light and visibility 123 Switching the Intelligent Light System on/off opened or switched off. You can choose In these, or in similar situations, the automatic between the Digital Rain AMG Pattern high beam will not be deactivated or will be Requirements: sequences.
  • Page 126 124 Light and visibility The high beam will switch off automatically in the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus following cases: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus function (Canada) At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) & WARNING Risk of accident despite Adap- If other road users are detected tive Highbeam Assist Plus If street lighting is sufficient Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus does not react...
  • Page 127 Light and visibility 125 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take into the driver apart from the excluded vehicles. Highly account road, weather or traffic conditions. reflective signs are also illuminated with reduced brightness. Detection may be restricted in the following cases: At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) or when there is sufficient street lighting:...
  • Page 128 126 Light and visibility Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus on/off In vehicles without DIGITAL LIGHT headlamps, When the function is activated, the exterior light- (Canada) the daytime running lights can be switched on ing will light up for 40 seconds after the vehicle is or off in the Driving Lights menu.
  • Page 129: Interior Lighting

    Light and visibility 127 Adjusting the ambient lighting Activating effects Interior lighting Multimedia system: Adjusting the interior lighting & WARNING Risk of an accident despite © Comfort Ambient Lighting activated effects of ambient lighting and active ambient lighting Setting the color To use the Warning Assistance effects, the Select Color.
  • Page 130: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System

    128 Light and visibility Interior/Exterior Lighting: When you get into Switching the interior lighting switch-off delay Windshield wiper and windshield washer system the vehicle, a special color animation will play. time on/off Switching the windshield wipers on/off Multimedia system: Warning assistance effects: ©...
  • Page 131 Light and visibility 129 Turn the combination switch to the corre- Press the button on the combination switch in Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi- sponding position 1 - 5. the direction of arrow and hold it for tion approximately two seconds.
  • Page 132 130 Light and visibility Installing the wiper blades Switch on the vehicle. Press the î button on the combination switch. The wiper arms will return to their original positions. Switch off the vehicle. Check the condition of the wiper blades regu- larly and replace them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing.
  • Page 133 Light and visibility 131 Maintenance display The duration until the color changes varies Removing the wiper blades depending on the usage conditions. Replacing the windshield wiper blades (MAGIC VISION CONTROL) Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi- tion Switch off the vehicle. Within around 15 seconds, press the î...
  • Page 134: Mirrors

    132 Light and visibility To remove the wiper blade: press release knob Press the wiper blade beyond the point of If you fasten your seat belt while the vehi- 2, pull the wiper blade in the direction of resistance in the direction of arrow on the cle is in motion arrow...
  • Page 135 Light and visibility 133 Adjusting the outside mirrors Use button to adjust the position of the Automatic anti-glare mirror function selected mirror. & WARNING Risk of acid burns and poison- Folding the outside mirrors in/out (vehicles with ing due to the anti-glare mirror electrolyte electrically folding outside mirrors) Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an auto- Briefly press button 3.
  • Page 136 134 Light and visibility The front-passenger outside mirror will swivel Storing the parking position of the front- Immediately change out of clothing downwards in the direction of the rear wheel on passenger outside mirror using reverse gear which has been contaminated with the front passenger's side when: electrolyte.
  • Page 137 Light and visibility 135 Calling up Select the front-passenger outside mirror using button 2. Engage reverse gear. The front-passenger outside mirror will move into the stored parking position. Activating/deactivating the automatic mirror fold- ing function Multimedia system: © Settings Vehicle Closing functions Activate or deactivate Automatic Mirror Fold-...
  • Page 138: 136 Climate Control

    ¤ Switches the rear window defroster Use filters recommended and approved by on/off Mercedes-Benz. Always have maintenance work Temperature display carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. J Increases the airflow or switches on cli-...
  • Page 139: Operating The Climate Control System

    Climate control 137 The availability of individual functions is coun- If climate control is switched off, the windows Select the Climate Menu entry in the climate try- and equipment-dependent. may fog up more quickly. Switch climate control bar. off only briefly. Jumping directly to the Air Quality menu...
  • Page 140 138 Climate control To deactivate: press ¬, Ã or j on Setting climate control to automatic mode via the When the air conditioning system is switched climate bar on, at least one zone is always active. How- the climate bar on the central display ever, several air distribution options can be In automatic mode, the set vehicle interior tem- selected at the same time, for example to set...
  • Page 141 Climate control 139 Defrosting the windows Switching the air-recirculation mode on/off via the front compartment of the vehicle for approx- the air conditioning menu imately 30 minutes, depending on the tempera- Windows fogged up on the inside ture set. Multimedia system: Press Ã...
  • Page 142 140 Climate control To set the airflow direction: hold the center of If necessary, direct the airflow to another Do not use protective covers on head air vent and move it up or down or to the area of the vehicle interior. restraints with AIRSCARF.
  • Page 143: Driving And Parking 141

    Driving and parking 141 To switch on the power supply: press button Driving When leaving the vehicle, always take the once. SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Switching on the power supply or the vehicle You can, for example, switch on the windshield Keep the vehicle SmartKey out of reach wiper.
  • Page 144 142 Driving and parking Starting the vehicle Shift the transmission to position j or i. Function of Emotion Start Depress the brake pedal and press button Starting the vehicle with the start/stop button once. & DANGER Risk of death caused by exhaust If the vehicle does not start: switch off non- gases essential consumers and press button...
  • Page 145 Driving and parking 143 you can start the vehicle in emergency operation If the vehicle does not start: Charging the starter battery before starting the mode. journey Leave key in cup holder 2. You can receive a message on your smartphone Depress the brake pedal and start the vehicle when the state of charge of the starter battery is using the start/stop button.
  • Page 146 144 Driving and parking You can switch off the vehicle at any time as fol- Do not drive at speeds greater than 85 mph Always secure the engine against unin- lows: (140 km/h). tentional starting before carrying out maintenance or repair work. Via the Smartphone App allow the engine to reach a maximum engine speed of 4,500 rpm (4,500 rpm) only briefly.
  • Page 147 Driving and parking 145 tain distance is being driven after the vehicle Always install the floor mats securely & WARNING Risk of accident if the vehicle is has been delivered or after repairs. Full sys- and as prescribed in order to ensure that switched off while driving tem effectiveness is not reached until the end there is always sufficient room for the...
  • Page 148 146 Driving and parking & WARNING Risk of skidding and of an acci- Open a window on the side of the vehicle This increases the braking distance and the facing away from the wind to ensure an brake system can even fail. dent due to shifting down on slippery road adequate supply of fresh air.
  • Page 149 Driving and parking 147 Do not drive with the engine in the over- * NOTE Damage to the catalytic converter * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to not revving range. due to non-combusted fuel observing the maximum permitted head- room clearance The engine is not running smoothly and is mis- * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by...
  • Page 150 148 Driving and parking You should bear the following in mind: To remove salt build-up: Notes on driving through water on the road sur- face Do not exceed the permissible roof load and brake occasionally while paying attention to Water which has entered into the vehicle can towing capacity.
  • Page 151 Driving and parking 149 Function of rear axle steering brake force If the system has detected one of the following situations, the engine will not stop: environmental conditions, e.g. temperature The rear axle steering is an electromechanical and air humidity You stop at a stop sign and there is no vehicle auxiliary steering on the rear axle which adjusts in front of you.
  • Page 152 150 Driving and parking Vehicles with a 48 V on-board electrical sys- If the engine was switched off by the ECO start/ Deactivating/activating the ECO start/stop func- tem: stop function and you leave the vehicle, a warning tion tone will sound and the engine will not be restar- You release the brake pedal on a downhill Deactivating or activating function using the ted.
  • Page 153 Driving and parking 151 s will be continuously shown on the driv- Press the corresponding button 3. The ECO display shows an evaluation of your driv- ing style on the driver's display depending on the er's display while the ECO start/stop function The symbol indicates the current status of the situation.
  • Page 154 152 Driving and parking You can call up the ECO Display function via Classic menu ( page 242). ECO Assist function (vehicles with 48 V on-board electrical system) ECO Assist is available only for the Mercedes- AMG SL 43 model. ECO Assist is active only in drive program The following route events can be detected by "Foot off the accelerator"...
  • Page 155 Driving and parking 153 System limits If the information in the navigation system's Repeatedly press upper or lower display but- If the calculated route is adhered to when route digital map is incorrect or out-of-date. until the display button shows the guidance is active, ECO Assist will operate with ö...
  • Page 156 154 Driving and parking Function of the AMG steering-wheel buttons AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL Setting the AMG steering wheel buttons page 217) Multimedia system: d Manual gearshifting ( page 162) © Settings System ç ECO start/stop function ( page 150) Control Elements ~ Rear wing ( page 220)
  • Page 157: Dynamic Select Button

    Driving and parking 155 Deleting button assignment Individual settings of drive, suspension, AMG Dynamics ® steering and ESP Select the upper or lower display button and The four agility functions, Basic, Advanced, switch to editing mode by pressing and hold- Pro and Master, are automatically selected Sport ing it.
  • Page 158 156 Driving and parking Notes on the roof load display Selecting the drive program Selection via the central display (multimedia sys- tem) ® Certain drive programs and ESP settings are Selection with the right-hand steering-wheel but- unsuitable for transporting a roof load. If one of these drive programs is set or selected, the W symbol is shown as a warning.
  • Page 159 Driving and parking 157 Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT (multimedia sys- The prompt only appears if the previously the country-specific guidelines for permissible tem) active settings deviate from the standard set- tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country- tings. specific guidelines). Multimedia system: Function off: the next time the vehicle is started Factors that can influence this are, for exam- ©...
  • Page 160 158 Driving and parking Calling up the fuel consumption indicator Setting AMG DYNAMIC SELECT in the MBUX mul- Overview of the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT menu timedia system Multimedia system: Multimedia system: © Info © Settings Vehicle Select Consumption. DYNAMIC SELECT The current and average fuel consumption will be displayed.
  • Page 161: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and parking 159 Select the appropriate drive program. Automatic transmission & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due to children left unattended in the vehicle DIRECT SELECT lever The settings of the drive programs can be adjus- If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, ted individually.
  • Page 162 160 Driving and parking Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the trans- Engaging reverse gear R Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away N Activated mission position. The current transmission posi- Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT Manually No Automatic Change to P message tion will be shown on the driver's display.
  • Page 163 Driving and parking 161 Observe the notes on parking the vehicle You switch to transmission position h or k The position of the accelerator pedal page 166). while the vehicle is rolling and bring it to a The driving speed standstill.
  • Page 164 162 Driving and parking Manual gearshifting To activate/deactivate: press corresponding button 2. You can also activate and deactivate manual The symbol indicates the currently selected gearshifting via the multimedia system transmission position: page 163). d M (red): manual gearshifting d D (blue): automatic transmission Shifting up and down * NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift- To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle shifter...
  • Page 165 Driving and parking 163 If the engine speed is too high or too low, you will Glide mode function not be able to change gears using the steering With an anticipatory driving style, Glide mode wheel paddle shifters. In this case, segments helps you to reduce fuel consumption.
  • Page 166: Function Of 4Matic

    164 Driving and parking You are no longer depressing the accelerator Refueling Keep doors and windows closed during or brake pedal. the refueling process. Refueling the vehicle Glide mode is deactivated again if one of the con- If you or other people come into contact with &...
  • Page 167 Driving and parking 165 Before you open the fuel filler cap or Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by * NOTE Damage to the fuel system due to take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the volume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100 overfilling the fuel tank metallic vehicle body.
  • Page 168: Parking

    166 Driving and parking Insert fuel filler cap from above into bracket Apply the parking brake. Switch the transmission to position j. Completely insert the pump nozzle into the tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel. & WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot Only fill the fuel tank until the pump nozzle exhaust system parts switches off.
  • Page 169 Driving and parking 167 operate vehicle equipment and become * NOTE Damage due to the vehicle lowering trapped, for example. Vehicles with the AMG adaptive sport suspen- In addition, the children could also set the sion system or AMG active adaptive sport sus- vehicle in motion, for example by: pension system: the vehicle can lower because of temperature differences or longer...
  • Page 170 168 Driving and parking Engage transmission position j in a station- Before programming the garage door opener, park Never leave the engine or, if present, the ary vehicle with the brake pedal depressed the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the auxiliary heating running in an enclosed vehicle is switched on but not started.
  • Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Press and hold button 1, that you The remote control for the door drive is not included in the scope of delivery of the garage wish to program. door opener. Indicator lamp will flash yellow. Synchronizing the rolling code It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi- cator lamp flashes yellow.
  • Page 172 170 Driving and parking Troubleshooting when programming the remote bed above. If this is the case, contact the If indicator lamp flashes green: release control ® and 3. HomeLink Hotline. buttons Check if the transmitter frequency of remote The entire memory has been deleted. Support and additional information on pro- control is supported.
  • Page 173 Driving and parking 171 Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle Function of the electric parking brake (releasing starting the vehicle. stationary. automatically) Never leave children unattended in the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is bringing The electric parking brake is released when the vehicle.
  • Page 174 172 Driving and parking When the electric parking brake is released, the Push handle 1. Information on collision detection when a vehicle red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp is parked The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica- in the driver's display goes out.
  • Page 175 Driving and parking 173 If the battery is severely discharged, the func- Setting collision detection on a parked vehicle Scan the generated QR code on the central tion for detecting a collision with a parked display with the Mercedes me App. Multimedia system: vehicle will automatically be deactivated to The encrypted collision photos will then be...
  • Page 176: Driving And Driving Safety Systems

    174 Driving and parking Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby Multimedia system: period mode can be activated or deactivated using the © Settings Vehicle multimedia system: Other Functions If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six The vehicle is switched on.
  • Page 177 Driving and parking 175 take into account road, weather or traffic condi- Multifunction camera In particular, keep the areas around the sensors tions. and cameras free of dirt, ice or slush Cameras in the outside mirrors page 310). The sensors and cameras must Front radar not be covered and the detection ranges around Information on vehicle sensors and cameras...
  • Page 178 176 Driving and parking Overview of driving systems and driving safety Driving Assistance Package Parking Package systems The availability of some functions or sub-func- The availability of individual functions is coun- tions of the Driving Assistance Package is try- and equipment-dependent. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ( page 176) equipment- or country-specific.
  • Page 179 Driving and parking 177 System limits If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS will be When there is a strong crosswind and a driving ABS is active from speeds of approx. 3 mph activated: speed of approximately 47 mph (75 km/h) to (5 km/h).
  • Page 180 178 Driving and parking ® ® ® is deactivated, the å and ¤ Characteristics of ESP SPORT SPORT also has the following characteris- When ESP tics: warning lamps light up continuously in the driver's & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ®...
  • Page 181 Driving and parking 179 ® ® ® Activate ESP as soon as the situations Function of ESP Crosswind Assist If the ESP OFF å warning lamp lights up con- ® described above no longer apply. ESP will ® tinuously in the instrument cluster, ESP is in ®...
  • Page 182 180 Driving and parking Observe any information on warning lamps and played can be set in the multimedia system ® in the I drive When you deactivate ESP display messages which may be shown in the driv- page 154). program, AMG Dynamics automatically er's display.
  • Page 183 Driving and parking 181 Improved driving stability when braking, espe- HOLD function Activating/deactivating the HOLD function cially on bends. HOLD function & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand- HOLD function being active when you Function of STEER CONTROL still without requiring you to depress the brake leave the vehicle...
  • Page 184 182 Driving and parking The electric parking brake is released. In the following situations, the vehicle is held by The electric parking brake is released. transmission position j and/or by the electric Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva- This gives you enough time to move your foot parking brake: ted.
  • Page 185 Driving and parking 183 time. The system is not a substitute for a well-res- If a warning is given on the driver's display, the ted and attentive driver. On long journeys, take multimedia system offers to search for a rest regular breaks in good time that allow for ade- area.
  • Page 186 184 Driving and parking If you adopt a sporty driving style (high corner- Setting ATTENTION ASSIST Displays in the driver's display ing speeds or high rates of acceleration). Multimedia system: h (gray): cruise control is selected but not yet active, or temporarily passive. ©...
  • Page 187 Driving and parking 185 on slippery roads. Accelerating can cause the Activating cruise control drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle Press M or N on control panel 1. could then skid. The current speed is stored and maintained by when visibility is poor the vehicle.
  • Page 188 186 Driving and parking Briefly press M or N on control panel Press N. Initiates acceleration to the stored speed if the turn signal indicator is switched on to change ® ® If you brake, deactivate ESP or if ESP inter- to the overtaking lane The stored speed is increased or reduced to...
  • Page 189 Driving and parking 187 area when driving off, such as a person in the Vehicle detected in front is highlighted in On highways or high-speed major roads, the vehicle path, a visual and acoustic warning is green ç vehicle symbol is displayed cycli- green.
  • Page 190 188 Driving and parking In addition, on slippery roads, braking or acceler- Take into account the traffic situation & WARNING Risk of accident if detection ating can cause one or several wheels to lose before calling up the stored speed. function of Active Distance Assist traction and the vehicle could then skid.
  • Page 191 Driving and parking 189 The transmission is in position h. Increasing or reducing the speed Increases/decreases the specified distance To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards All the doors are closed. Activates/deactivates Active Distance from the bottom of control panel 1. Assist DISTRONIC Check of the radar sensor system has been The stored speed is increased by 1 mph...
  • Page 192 190 Driving and parking Adopting the limit speed shown in the driver's dis- Reducing or increasing the specified distance ® ® If you brake, deactivate ESP or if ESP inter- play from the vehicle in front venes, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactivated.
  • Page 193 Driving and parking 191 If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has been put front, vehicles detected ahead and speed restric- & WARNING Risk of accident due to Active into passive mode by pressing the accelerator tions ahead will be taken into account. Speed Limit Assist adapting the vehicle's pedal, only speed limits which are higher than the Route-based speed adaptation can be activated in...
  • Page 194 192 Driving and parking and traffic lights, as route-based speed adaptation In difficult conditions, the speed selection made If the accelerator pedal is depressed does not brake the vehicle to a standstill. by the system may not always be suitable. This In the event of electronically displayed applies to the following situations, for example: If a corresponding route event is detected while...
  • Page 195 Driving and parking 193 When one of the following systems is active, any time to correct the course of the vehicle and Active Steering Assist the detected speed can be manually adopted keep it in lane. Function of Active Steering Assist as the speed limit: Observe the notes on driving systems and your Active Steering Assist is only available up to a...
  • Page 196 194 Driving and parking Ø Red, flashing: prompt to the driver to Touch detection may be limited or inoperative in actively confirm or transition from active to the following situations: passive status, system limit detected The driver is wearing gloves. During the transition from active to passive There is a steering wheel cover on the steering status, the Ø...
  • Page 197 Driving and parking 195 Insufficient illumination of the road. When actively changing lane without switching Activating/deactivating Active Steering Assist on the turn signal indicator. The windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged or Requirements covered, e.g. by a sticker, in the vicinity of the When the tire pressure is too low.
  • Page 198 The vehicle is unlocked. tensioning will be produced. page 193). If possible, an emergency call is placed to the The vehicle speed is reduced in increments Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. until it is at a standstill. Sharp brake impulses are also produced.
  • Page 199 Driving and parking 197 Before automatic braking is initiated, you can can- Active Steering Assist ( page 193) The neighboring lane is separated by a broken cel Active Emergency Stop Assist by steering. lane marking. Active Lane Change Assist ( page 197) You can cancel the intervention by Active Emer- No vehicle or obstacle is detected in the adja-...
  • Page 200 198 Driving and parking Display on the driver's display in the Assistance appears along with gray arrows on the driver's Active Lane Change Assist can be canceled in var- display. ious situations, including the following: menu If no vehicle or obstacle is detected in the adja- Change in the surrounding conditions (e.g.
  • Page 201 Driving and parking 199 System limits Selecting Active Lane Change Assist & WARNING Risk of accident when changing The system limitations of Active Steering Assist Multimedia system: lane to an occupied adjacent lane apply to Active Lane Change Assist © Settings Assistance Lane Change Assist cannot always clearly...
  • Page 202 200 Driving and parking If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli- ing tone occur simultaneously with the braking additional preventive measures for occupant pro- sion, a warning tone sounds and the L dis- application. ® tection (PRE-SAFE ) may also be initiated.
  • Page 203 Driving and parking 201 another driving system, the ê display message At speeds up to approximately 43 mph Autonomous braking function (70 km/h) when approaching crossing pedes- If the vehicle is traveling at speeds above approx- appears in the driver's display. trians and cyclists.
  • Page 204 202 Driving and parking At speeds up to approximately 62 mph At speeds up to approximately 43 mph Canceling a brake application of Active Brake (100 km/h) when approaching stationary (70 km/h) when approaching crossing pedes- Assist vehicles. trians and cyclists. You can cancel a brake application of Active At speeds up to approximately 50 mph At speeds up to approximately 37 mph...
  • Page 205 Driving and parking 203 Autonomous braking application in order to Evasive Steering Assist has the following charac- The system may be impaired or may not function, reduce the severity of an accident teristics: particularly in the following situations: Detection of pedestrians, cyclists and vehi- In snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is glare, Evasive Steering Assist cles.
  • Page 206 204 Driving and parking If the driver's seat belt is not fastened. Select Early, Medium or Late. Traffic Sign Assist shows only selected signs on the driver's display. Actual traffic signs and speed On bends with a tight radius. limits have priority over traffic signs and speed Traffic Sign Assist Setting Active Brake Assist limits shown on the driver's display.
  • Page 207 Driving and parking 205 Displays on the driver's display DISTRONIC for adoption and is shown on the Traffic Sign Assist can detect the following addi- head-up display. tional signs and, if necessary, analyze the rele- vance of the restrictions using other vehicle sen- sors: wet conditions slippery road surfaces...
  • Page 208 206 Driving and parking tion of road, e.g. on freeway slip roads or one-way At least one of the red traffic lights detected is streets. on the front passenger side beside the vehi- cle's own lane. Warning at pedestrian crossings: if you approach pedestrian crossings and pedestrians are in the The traffic lights are in the following sequence Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all countries.
  • Page 209 Driving and parking 207 If traffic signs are difficult to detect, e.g. Setting Traffic Sign Assist Traffic light view because they are dirty, covered, faded, cov- Multimedia system: Information about the traffic light view ered with ice, damaged, badly positioned, ©...
  • Page 210 208 Driving and parking Activate D or deactivate E Traffic The display is hidden about five seconds before Keep the actual traffic situation con- Light View. the traffic lights change to green. stantly in view when approaching a traf- fic light and when changing lanes. The display also goes out in the following Using other available functions cases:...
  • Page 211 Benz. The data is immediately anonymized by account. their switching times to the current traffic situa- Mercedes-Benz and forwarded to the provider tion. This can lead to a sudden change in the The navigation services option is available, of the traffic light information service. The countdown display.
  • Page 212 210 Driving and parking The time remaining until the next green phase Status display in the driver's display If a vehicle is detected in the warning range and is less than ten seconds. you switch on the turn signal indicator in the cor- ¸...
  • Page 213 Driving and parking 211 If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range, The exit warning is only an aid and not a substi- Always pay careful attention to the traffic the red warning lamp lights up in the correspond- tute for the attention of vehicle occupants.
  • Page 214 212 Driving and parking Warnings may be interrupted when driving along- The course-correcting brake application is availa- Active Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings side long vehicles, for example trucks, for a pro- ble in the speed range between approximately or intervene in such situations.
  • Page 215 Driving and parking 213 may be interrupted at any time if you steer slightly Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or The system can intervene in the following situa- in the opposite direction or accelerate. Active Blind Spot Assist tions: Multimedia system: Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a lane System limits ©...
  • Page 216 214 Driving and parking markings or only continuous lane markings Active Lane Keeping Assist has initiated an page 216). emergency stop ( page 195). Status displays for Active Lane Keeping Assist Active Lane Change Assist display in the "Assis- ï White: Active Lane Keeping Assist is deac- tance"...
  • Page 217 Driving and parking 215 System limits The system may be impaired or may not function If the road is very narrow and winding. particularly in the following situations: In the following situations, a lane-correcting steer- Observe the notes on driving systems and your ing intervention may not occur but rather a warn- If there is poor visibility, e.g.
  • Page 218 216 Driving and parking Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist This function must be activated in vehicles When Active Brake Assist and Active Lane Multimedia system: without Driving Assistance Package, so that Keeping Assist are deactivated, the æ and Emergency Stop Assist is fully available. ï...
  • Page 219 Driving and parking 217 The suspension setting depends on the engine Drive program C: speed. The lean is significantly reduced during cor- When the vehicle is started again, the COM- nering. FORT setting is activated automatically. The handling is even more dynamic. Drive programs B and I: AMG active adaptive sport suspension system The lean is even more significantly reduced...
  • Page 220 218 Driving and parking ä (yellow): SPORT Multimedia system: wheel arches when the vehicle is being © ß ä (red): SPORT + lowered. Raising the front axle Raising the vehicle level on the front axle * NOTE Damage due to vehicle lowering Select t.
  • Page 221 Driving and parking 219 Setting GPS-based raising of the vehicle Use RACE START only after the vehicle has The front wheels are in a straight-ahead posi- Multimedia system: been run in. tion. © Settings Vehicle Driving RACE START must not be used in normal road The vehicle is on level ground.
  • Page 222 220 Driving and parking If the brake pedal is not released after a short Rear wing Extending and retracting the rear wing for clean- while, RACE START will be canceled. The ing using the steering-wheel button Function of the rear wing RACE START Canceled message appears in &...
  • Page 223 Driving and parking 221 Requirements: To extend: press corresponding button 2. You can also extend and retract the active aerody- The ignition is switched on. namics profile manually for cleaning To retract: press and hold corresponding but- page 221). The trunk lid is closed. ton 2.
  • Page 224 222 Driving and parking The ignition is switched on. when the active aerodynamics profile is exten- Rear view camera ded. Function of the rear view camera You can also extend or retract the active aero- The active aerodynamics profile extends or The rear view camera monitors the area behind dynamics profile via the multimedia system.
  • Page 225 Driving and parking 223 Guide lines at a distance of approximately 1.6 ft (0.5 m), 3.3 ft (1.0 m), 5 ft (1.5 m) and 9.9 ft (3.0 m) from the rear area Path marking the course the tires will take with the current steering wheel angle (dynamic) Area driven over depending on the current...
  • Page 226 224 Driving and parking The rear view camera will not function or will only Do not use the rear view camera in these Two side cameras in the outside mirrors function to a limited extent in the following situa- types of situations. You could otherwise injure The cameras are only an aid and may show a dis- tions: others or collide with objects when parking...
  • Page 227 Driving and parking 225 Menu overview Camera Views Function of the guide lines To activate/deactivate Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 231) To set the GPS activation point ( page 228) To switch between standard and wide-angle view In all views, the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC warning display is shown ( page 228).
  • Page 228 226 Driving and parking When Active Parking Assist is active, lanes 3D view, left/right-hand side of the vehicle In the 3D view, left-/right-hand side of the vehi- and guide lines are displayed in green instead cle, the virtual camera moves to the respective of yellow ( page 232).
  • Page 229 Driving and parking 227 rear above the roof. The view changes automati- System limits Do not use the 360° camera under such cir- cally when approaching obstacles. If the system is not ready for operation, the Sys- cumstances. You could otherwise injure oth- ers or collide with objects when parking the tem Inoperative message appears on the central...
  • Page 230 228 Driving and parking Calling up the 360° camera views using the but- Selecting a view for the 360° camera (reverse Deleting an activation position gear) Select u for the desired activation posi- Engage reverse gear. tion. Select the desired view in the multimedia sys- Delete Entry.
  • Page 231 Driving and parking 229 The passive side impact protection also warns you Displays on the central display As soon as Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is opera- of obstacles to the sides. These must be detected tional, the respective areas of the display will be by the sensors in the front or rear bumper before shown in blue.
  • Page 232 230 Driving and parking Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: when you are driving at a speed no greater than 11 mph (18 km/h). Optionally, obstacles detected by Parking Assist PARKTRONIC from a distance of approximately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) in front and 2.2 ft (0.7 m) at the Vehicles with 360°...
  • Page 233 Driving and parking 231 Obstacles above the detection range, e.g. Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Activating/deactivating Parking Assist overhanging loads, overhangs or loading If the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display lights PARKTRONIC ramps of trucks up red for approximately three seconds then goes * NOTE Risk of an accident from objects at out, and the é...
  • Page 234 232 Driving and parking Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically Select Audio Fadeout and activate or deacti- Vehicles with reversing camera activated when the vehicle is started. vate Audio Fadeout When in Parking in parking spaces parallel to the road The volume of the current media source is Alternatively, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC can be Backing up into parking spaces perpendicular reduced when reverse gear is engaged.
  • Page 235 Driving and parking 233 The arrows show on which side of the road free Also observe the system limits of the following & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects parking spaces are located. These are then shown systems: located above or below the detection on the central display.
  • Page 236 234 Driving and parking If the parking space is on a steep downhill or Parking with Active Parking Assist uphill gradient. When snow chains are mounted. Directly after a tire change or when spare tires are mounted. If the tire pressure is too low or too high. If the suspension is out of alignment, e.g.
  • Page 237 Driving and parking 235 Vehicles with 360° camera: to change the Where necessary, stop the vehicle or parking direction, tap the selected parking cancel the parking procedure with Active space again. Parking Assist. To start the parking procedure: press button again.
  • Page 238 236 Driving and parking Immediate parking via the Camera Views menu The vehicle has been parked with Active Park- To start exiting the parking space: press but- ing Assist. again. If necessary, change the transmission posi- Start the vehicle. tion. Observe any messages displayed on the Press button 1.
  • Page 239 Driving and parking 237 Pausing Active Parking Assist Automatic braking function of Active Parking A risk of collision may occur in the following situa- You can interrupt the parking or exiting procedure Assist tions, forexample: of Active Parking Assist by performing one of the Persons or objects detected in the maneuvering If the driver mixes up the accelerator and following actions, for example:...
  • Page 240 238 Driving and parking Be prepared to brake or swerve as nec- essary, provided the traffic situation per- mits and that it is safe to take evasive action. If Drive Away Assist is not available, the same Warning for Cross Traffic, Rear Camera &...
  • Page 241 Driving and parking 239 ing always rests with you. Make sure that no per- In the following situations, the cross traffic warn- sons, animals or objects etc. are in the vehicle's ing is not available: path. On inclines & WARNING Risk of accident caused by limi- Maneuvering brake function If the maneuvering brake function is not avail- The maneuvering brake function can prevent colli-...
  • Page 242: Vehicle Towing Instructions

    240 Driving and parking Activate or deactivate the desired maneuver- Always pay careful attention to the traffic ing assistant. situation; do not rely on the maneuvering brake function alone. Be ready to brake. Vehicle towing instructions The vehicle is not suitable for use of tow bar sys- System limits tems used for flat towing or dinghy towing, for Observe the system limits of the following func-...
  • Page 243: Driver Display 241

    Driver display 241 Status displays for the driving systems Notes on the driver's display and traffic conditions and operate the Display messages equipment with the vehicle stationary. & WARNING Risk of accident if the driver Information on speed, Consumption display fails Observe the legal requirements for the country in range which you are currently driving when operating...
  • Page 244: Driver Display Menus

    242 Driver display Scrolling on the menu bar one finger. Confirm the selection by pressing the Only operate this equipment when the Touch Control. traffic situation permits. To operate Touch Control in the most If you cannot be sure of this, stop the effective way, use the tip of your thumb if pos- vehicle whilst paying attention to road sible.
  • Page 245: Head-Up Display

    Driver display 243 On some of these menus, you can choose Settings Current speed between different display content on the center Head-up display on/off Set speed in the driving system (e.g. Active display area. Distance Assist DISTRONIC) The following image shows an example of the On most of the menus, you can use Options head-up display.
  • Page 246: Vehicles With 48 V On-Board Electrical System

    244 Driver display Setting the position and brightness Press a on the left-hand Touch Control. Swipe to the left or right on the left-hand Switching off Touch Control and select Settings on the Swipe upwards on left-hand Touch Control. menu bar of the head-up display. Swipe on left-hand Touch Control and select Press the left-hand Touch Control.
  • Page 247: Overview Of Status Displays On The Driver's Display

    Driver display 245 Due to various system limits, the values dis- h Cruise control ( page 184) played may temporarily differ slightly from the ç Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC actual value. page 186) Ò Specified distance for Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 186) Overview of status displays on the driver's dis- play...
  • Page 248 246 Driver display Vehicles with Traffic Sign Assist: Detected instruc- tions and traffic signs ( page 204) If you switch on the ECO start/stop function and select drive program A, the engine electronics will switch from eight-cylinder mode to four-cylin- der mode, if necessary.
  • Page 249: Mbux Multimedia System 247

    Touch Control and control panel for the MBUX Only operate this equipment when the multimedia system traffic situation permits. MBUX stands for Mercedes-Benz User Experi- If you cannot be sure of this, stop the ence. vehicle whilst paying attention to road •...
  • Page 250 Online voice applications Navigation module ized Mercedes-Benz Center. In the lower display area, context-dependent In the expanded view you can, for example, services that can be executed via voice are display the route overview, switch on the dis- available for direct access.
  • Page 251 MBUX multimedia system 249 The applications are first displayed in a reduced Overview zero layer Calls up user profile settings view. By tapping on them, you can operate them Content sharing menu (if available) Digital map and user-specific applications (exam- or open the associated menu (expanded view).
  • Page 252 250 MBUX multimedia system Requirement: suggestions are activated Information about the telephone Information about active applications page 262). To use the functions, the mobile phones must be The following functions are available: connected to the MBUX multimedia system. Active applications Operating the massage program Requirement for suggestions: the Calls &...
  • Page 253 MBUX multimedia system 251 Examples: To answer a call or call a missed call: tap on Press the © button on the steering wheel the contact. on the right. What will the weather be like tomorrow? After the connection has been established, Play the messages.
  • Page 254 252 MBUX multimedia system Tap on the navigation module ( page 249). Tap on the application. Showing all applications The expanded view of the application is dis- Select Route in the lower menu bar. played. Operating a menu in the lower display area (exam- To close the menu: select G.
  • Page 255 MBUX multimedia system 253 Switching between zero layer and home screen Home screen overview Calls up applications with classic menu Quick-access to application Long press on ©. Global menu The home screen with classic menu is shown. G Calls up previous menu To return to the zero layer: press and hold on ©...
  • Page 256 254 MBUX multimedia system Operating the MBUX multimedia system To navigate in menus: swipe up, down, left or 8 Switches off the sound: press right. ß Calls up favorites (press briefly) or adds Using Touch Control To use handwriting to enter characters: write favorites (press and hold) the character with one finger on the £...
  • Page 257 MBUX multimedia system 255 Function of the MBUX voice assistant If you use the voice control system in an emer- Full functionality of the voice control system is gency your voice can change and your tele- only available for you with activation of online &...
  • Page 258 256 MBUX multimedia system Digital Operator's Manual: "Show me the Overview of the MBUX Interior Assistant When you start the vehicle, the MBUX Interior Operator's Manual". The full extent of the Dig- Assistant is activated automatically. You can & WARNING Risk of injury from the cam- set the functions individually or switch the ital Operator's Manual is available when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 259 MBUX multimedia system 257 The vehicle occupant actively requests a func- The system may be impaired or may not function tion using a hand movement or pose. in the following situations: The camera in the overhead control panel may The Assistant offers functions for the following: heat up due to operating conditions.
  • Page 260 The hand movement is made by the driver in flashes red. the interaction area above the front passenger Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. seat. The warning lamp in the outside mirror also flashes red for one of the front doors.
  • Page 261 MBUX multimedia system 259 Switching the reading light on and off Switching the search light on and off Automatic preselection of the outside mirrors (COMFORT/reactive) Until now, to set the outside mirrors the desired mirror had to be selected using a preselection button in the driver's door.
  • Page 262 260 MBUX multimedia system The favorite has been connected with the Briefly hold the V pose. MBUX Interior Assistant. The favorite is called up. The area for detecting the favorites pose (V pose) is above the center console in front of Information on users, suggestions and favorites the central display.
  • Page 263 MBUX multimedia system 261 User profiles save personal settings. If the vehicle Outside mirrors b) Press a memory position button or a is used by several people, a person can change seat adjustment switch on the driver's Climate control settings their profile settings without changing the settings door.
  • Page 264 262 MBUX multimedia system Favorites Follow the directions in the app. For intelligent multimodality: select Multimo- Favorites offer you quick access to frequently The vehicle is connected with your Mercedes dality. used applications. 100 favorites are available in me user account. This automatically creates If the option is active, the MBUX voice assis- total.
  • Page 265 MBUX multimedia system 263 The teaching-in of biometric sensors is protec- in, this sensor serves as a contributory factor for Avoid background or disturbing noises during ted. authentication on the multimedia system. voice recognition. Suggestions Select Protect Content. Deleting biometric data The data and determination of the most prob- Select Fingerprint Recognition...
  • Page 266: System Settings

    264 MBUX multimedia system Selecting a user Select r. Control elements When you call up your driver profile, the driv- Select W Create New Favorite. Keyboard language and handwriting recog- er's seat and the steering wheel can be set. nition Select the category.
  • Page 267 MBUX multimedia system 265 Software update You can start map updates from an external While some software updates are being down- medium. loaded, the multimedia system cannot be System reset operated and the vehicle functions may be Online software updates cannot be performed restricted.
  • Page 268 266 MBUX multimedia system and have the vehicle checked at a qualified spe- supported by the multimedia system and by cialist workshop immediately ( page 383). the device to be connected. The type of con- nection established must be selected on the Further information about software updates can multimedia system and on the device to be be found at https://me.secure.mercedes-...
  • Page 269 MBUX multimedia system 267 When the Wi-Fi function is switched off, it is not Connecting using a QR code Generating a new security key possible to establish a hotspot connection. Requirement: an app for scanning the QR code is Select the hotspot name MBUX XXXXX in the installed on the device being connected.
  • Page 270 268 MBUX multimedia system Select the network. Setting the language Some settings can only be reset when the Multimedia system: vehicle is stationary. Log in to the Wi-Fi network. © Settings System Multimedia system: Language © Settings System Reset Select the mobile phone with the ö Wi-Fi symbol.
  • Page 271: Amg Track Pace

    MBUX multimedia system 269 Select Yes. track. These can be analyzed and compared to During track recording, sectors can be set to The multimedia system is reset to the factory other lap times to achieve the best possible race divide up the track. results.
  • Page 272 270 MBUX multimedia system Select u. Sector overview Select a session. Start Time Recording Engine data The following data are displayed: Select if you are already at the starting line. G-force display Lap and sector times Lap overview Average and top speed Select Navigate to for navigation to the start-...
  • Page 273 MBUX multimedia system 271 Longitudinal/lateral acceleration Select a track. Steering angle Highlight the desired recording. Engine speed Select u options. Engine oil/tire temperature Export to… or Delete. Select Based on the analysis, you can check and opti- mize the driving behavior for any position on the Setting Drag Race track.
  • Page 274 272 MBUX multimedia system Measurement can be stopped early by interrupt- Brake to a stop. Calling up the telemetry display ing the acceleration procedure. Measurement is incremental, in steps of Multimedia system: 6 mph (10 km/h) to a stop. If the braking pro- Quarter mile race TRACK PACE Telemetry...
  • Page 275 MBUX multimedia system 273 The TRACK PACE app is installed on the De-authorizing the mobile device Displaying statistics mobile end device. Select TRACK PACE App. Select TRACK PACE Statistics. The mobile end device is connected to the Statistics on the current user profile are dis- Select a device.
  • Page 276: Navigation And Traffic

    274 MBUX multimedia system Select Dashcam. Navigation overview & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due Select Track Race Drag Race and activate to imprecise positioning of additional Digital map Activate Recording. information You can set which overlay is to be used in the The additional information from the augmen- recorded video under Video Overlay...
  • Page 277 MBUX multimedia system 275 3D and direction of travel Navigation module (expanded view) Tapping opens the navigation module in the expanded view with the Route Map with complete route Enters a destination If the map is moved, the map switches Searches for a parking space between 3D direction of travel and 2D north Map orientation Ä...
  • Page 278 The vehicle is connected with the user Registration and activation of the toll system Mercedes-Benz recommends operation using account and you have accepted the terms can take up to 48 hours. the MBUX multimedia system. Alternatively, of use.
  • Page 279 The service has been activated at an You can enter a destination as a 3 word Selects destination input, displays further authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. address from what3words. This option is not destination inputs with double arrow available in all countries.
  • Page 280 278 MBUX multimedia system Calculating a route and using settings for route To share a destination: select Ç Share. Selects a point of interest in the vicinity of the guidance This option allows you to scan the displayed destination QR code. Address of the intermediate destination To save a destination as a favorite: select After selection of a destination the route is be cal-...
  • Page 281 MBUX multimedia system 279 announcements for the route are taken into Activating a commuter route Activate or deactivate the avoid option. account via Reroute Based on Traffic A user profile has been created and Allow Activating route guidance with augmented reality Trailer mode and online routes are not availa- Destination Suggestions has been activated...
  • Page 282 The map orientations changes in this order: The service has been activated at an author- Multimedia system: The 2D map view is displayed so that north ized Mercedes-Benz Center. © is always at the top. Multimedia system: Increasing map scale The 2D map view is aligned to the direc- ©...
  • Page 283 If the option is deactivated, the symbols are Parking service Mercedes-Benz does not guarantee the accu- only shown when there is a hazard warning. racy of the information provided in relation to * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to not The following hazards may be shown on the the car park or parking area.
  • Page 284 282 MBUX multimedia system Tap on j in the map. Services/facilities at the parking option To ensure secure operation, only use FAT32 or exFAT formatted USB storage devices. Select a parking option. Telephone number The file size and therefore the duration of sin- The map shows the parking options in the Calculate the route ( page 278).
  • Page 285 When the memory is full, recording is in the recording list. available. The video recording stops or will be continued automatically. In doing so, other Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use stopped imminently. files will be overwritten starting with the oldest USB devices with one partition.
  • Page 286: Telephone

    284 MBUX multimedia system Telephone & WARNING Risk of accident from operating and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile mobile communication equipment while Telephony phone receptacles cannot always retain all the vehicle is in motion Notes on telephony objects within.
  • Page 287 For information on the range of functions of the Further information can be obtained from an telephone menu are in part dependent on the mobile radio unit to be connected, see manufac- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// turer's operating instructions. www.mercedes-benz.com/connect ®...
  • Page 288 286 MBUX multimedia system Telephone menu overview ® Options Bluetooth is activated on the multimedia sys- tem. Messages Calls up my devices Multimedia system: Numerical pad © Phone Devices Starts contact search My Devices Telephony operating modes overview Searching for a mobile phone Depending on your equipment, the following tel- Select Connect New...
  • Page 289: Mercedes Me App

    Dictating a new message Information about the Mercedes me call using the me button A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center has been initiated via the me button in the overhead control panel or the multimedia system page 287).
  • Page 290 The vehicle is stationary. Find out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if The vehicle must be switched on so that vehi- The hazard warning lights are switched on. this functions is available in your country.
  • Page 291 A prompt appears ask- of a breakdown. If you are already in contact ing if you would like to make an appointment. The quality of the mobile connection is suffi- with the Mercedes-Benz customer center or cient.
  • Page 292 Reason for the initiation of the call form installed in the vehicle The incident-specific data is processed and stored in the Mercedes-Benz customer center and, if The available mobile phone transmission tech- If a call is made for a service appointment via the required to process the incident, forwarded to the nology.
  • Page 293 287). whether this function is available in your coun- breakdown assistance. try. You can also call the Mercedes-Benz customer Addition to the Mercedes me connect service center using the multimedia system The Accident and Breakdown Management can Telediagnostics page 288).
  • Page 294 Mercedes-Benz service. In emergencies, be sure to contact the usual national emergency Overview of the Mercedes me & Apps menu number first or use the Mercedes-Benz emer- When you log in with a user account to the gency call system ( page 294).
  • Page 295 Bluetooth tem. with the multimedia system. Options Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting Settings The full range of functions for Smartphone Inte- the connection via the device manager or the gration is only possible with an Internet connec- connecting cable only when the vehicle is sta- tion.
  • Page 296: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System

    Coordinates Software release of the multimedia system eCall is a standard feature in your Mercedes-Benz Speed System ID (anonymized) vehicle. In order to function as intended, the sys- Compass direction...
  • Page 297 Triggering an automatic Mercedes-Benz emer- The SOS button in the overhead control panel Mercedes-Benz dealer. Please note that in the gency call flashes until the emergency call is finished. event ownership of the vehicle is transferred...
  • Page 298 The emergency call has been made: the eCall system data, please contact MBUSA's Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR-MERC. A voice connection is made to the Mercedes- Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emergency Benz emergency call center. For Canada, please contact MBC's Customer call system Assistance Center at 1-800-387-0100.
  • Page 299: Sound Settings

    MBUX multimedia system 297 Sound settings Overview of functions in the sound menu The setting options and functions available depend on the sound system installed. You can find out which sound system is installed in your vehicle in the Digital Operator's Manual. Standard sound system The following functions are available: Equalizer...
  • Page 300: 298 Maintenance And Care

    Operation in particularly dusty conditions Always have the prescribed maintenance ing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist and/or if air-recirculation mode is frequently work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- used workshop. ter.
  • Page 301: Maintenance Management

    Contact an Telediagnosis Maintenance Management authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to find out Notes about Telediagnosis Notes about Maintenance Management whether this function is available in your coun- This service is not available in all countries.
  • Page 302: Engine Compartment

    Details on data transfer can be found in the data locked. Mercedes-Benz customer center. From this mes- protection information for the Mercedes me con- sage, a call can be made directly to the customer nect services.
  • Page 303 Maintenance and care 301 Electric lines to the ignition coils and the fuel & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the Switch off the vehicle. injectors hood Never touch the danger zones surround- ing moving components, e.g. the rotation If you open the hood in the event of an over- &...
  • Page 304 302 Maintenance and care Opening the hood If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open the hood again and close it with a little more force until it engages correctly. Engine oil Checking the engine oil level using the driver's display Requirements The engine has been warmed up.
  • Page 305 Maintenance and care 303 One of the following messages will appear on the Switch on the vehicle to check the engine oil & WARNING Risk of fire and injury from driver's display: level. engine oil Engine Oil Level Measuring Now…: the engine Engine Oil Level System Inoperative: The oil If engine oil comes into contact with hot com-...
  • Page 306 304 Maintenance and care Checking the coolant level * NOTE Damage caused by refilling too much engine oil & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- Too much engine oil can damage the engine or nent parts in the engine compartment the catalytic converter.
  • Page 307 Maintenance and care 305 Refilling the windshield washer system & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- nent parts in the engine compartment Certain component parts in the engine com- partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the cooler and parts of the exhaust system. Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
  • Page 308: Cleaning And Care

    306 Maintenance and care Keeping the air/water duct free Ensure there is sufficient ground clear- * NOTE Damage caused by automatic brak- ance between the underbody and the Keep the area between the hood and the guide rails of the car wash. windshield free of deposits, e.g.
  • Page 309 Maintenance and care 307 The windshield wiper switch is in position g. wind deflector net, gaps, electrical component Have damaged tires or chassis parts parts, batteries, lighting and louvers. The key is at a minimum distance of 20 ft replaced immediately. (6 m) away from the vehicle.
  • Page 310 Use the Paint Cleaner recommen- cloth and clean water. In the event of paintwork damage: ded and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Tar stains: use tar remover. Always have paintwork repairs carried out at a Insect remains: Soak with insect remover and qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 311 Have work or repairs to decorative foils car- soft top may leak. Sunlight ried out at a qualified specialist workshop (e.g. in an authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Temperature (e.g. hot air blower) Avoiding soft-top damage Center). Never use gasoline, thinners, tar or stain Weather conditions remover or other organic solvents.
  • Page 312 Mercedes-Benz. approved for Mercedes-Benz. Always be particularly careful around the Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or solvent-...
  • Page 313 ( page 221). Sensors ded for Mercedes-Benz. Failure to observe the Clean the active aerodynamics profile with a Clean the sensors in the front and rear bump- application instructions may result in damage, soft car sponge and mild cleaning agent (e.g.
  • Page 314 This can, for example, cause seat belts to tear Clean with a brush or dry shampoo. For heavy soiling: Use a cleaning agent recom- or fail in an accident. mended for Mercedes-Benz. Carpet Never bleach or dye seat belts. Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi- Use a carpet and textile cleaning agent recom- als.
  • Page 315 Leather care: Use a leather care agent that Imitation leather seat covers solution and then wipe with a dry cloth. has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. Vacuum up dirt such as crumbs or dust and then use a damp cotton cloth and a 1% soap- For heavy soiling: Use a cleaning agent recom- Do not use a microfiber cloth.
  • Page 316: 314 Breakdown Assistance

    314 Breakdown assistance Warning triangle Do not tumble dry Emergency Do not dry clean Removing the warning triangle Removing the safety vest Class 2 safety vest The safety vests are located in the stowage com- The requirements defined by the legal standard partments in the driver's and front passenger door.
  • Page 317 Breakdown assistance 315 Setting up the warning triangle First-aid kit (soft-sided) overview This jeopardizes the operating and road safety of the vehicle. The fire extinguisher can be flung around and injure the driver or other vehicle occupants. Always store and secure the fire extin- guisher in the bracket.
  • Page 318: Flat Tire

    316 Breakdown assistance In the event of a flat tire, the following options are Flat tire available depending on your vehicle's equipment: Notes on flat tires Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: you can repair the tire so that it is possible to continue the jour- &...
  • Page 319 Breakdown assistance 317 TIREFIT in outside temperatures down to -4 °F it. Do not inhale tire sealant fumes. Keep the * NOTE Overheating due to the tire inflation (-20 °C). tire sealant away from children. compressor running too long If you come into contact with the tire sealant, &...
  • Page 320 318 Breakdown assistance Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the Push the plug of hose into flange of tire Switch on the tire inflation compressor using On/Off switch 3. instrument cluster within the driver's field of sealant bottle until the plug engages. vision.
  • Page 321 Do not exceed the maximum speed limit Mercedes-Benz Center. If the specified tire pressure is not achieved with a tire that has been repaired using after the specified time, the tire is too badly tire sealant.
  • Page 322: Battery (Vehicle)

    You could lose control of the vehicle in the fol- In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- lowing situations in particular: tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or call When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew the 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or filling hose from the valve of the sealed tire.
  • Page 323 Do not inhale battery gases. environmentally responsible manner. approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Keep children away from the battery. Take discharged batteries to a qualified specialist workshop or to a collection...
  • Page 324 Fire, open flames, smoking and creating Alternatively: connect the battery to a battery acteristics may be impaired, especially at low sparks must be avoided. charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or con- temperatures. sult a qualified specialist workshop to discon- Make sure that there is sufficient ventila- It is recommended that you have a thawed battery nect the battery.
  • Page 325 Only use battery chargers tested and Vehicles with automatic transmission: the Non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps approved for Mercedes-Benz. transmission is in position j. must not come into contact with other metal Read the battery charger's operating instruc-...
  • Page 326 324 Breakdown assistance Always begin with positive clamp on your own vehicle first. During starting assistance: start the engine of the donor vehicle and run at idle speed. Connect the negative terminal of the donor battery and ground point of your own vehi- cle using the jumper cable/charging cable.
  • Page 327: Tow Starting Or Towing Away

    To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate page 320). Install any existing or supplied cell caps. these systems in the following or similar situa- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the tions: Otherwise, gases or battery acid could 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist escape.
  • Page 328 326 Breakdown assistance Towing the vehicle with both axles on the ground & WARNING Risk of accident when towing * NOTE Damage due to towing away at with steering wheel locking excessively high speeds or over long dis- Observe the notes on the permitted towing tances methods ( page 325).
  • Page 329 Breakdown assistance 327 Do not activate the HOLD function. towed away exceeds the permissible Make sure that the steering wheel can gross mass. Deactivate the tow-away alarm ( page 90). move freely, before towing the vehicle away. Deactivate Active Brake Assist ( page 204).
  • Page 330 328 Breakdown assistance Load the vehicle onto the transporter. Installing and removing the towing eye * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain due to Shift the automatic transmission to position incorrect positioning Do not position the vehicle above the Use the electric parking brake to secure the connection point of the transport vehi- vehicle against rolling away.
  • Page 331: Electrical Fuses

    Only use fuses that have been approved Ensure the following before replacing a fuse: by Mercedes-Benz and which have the correct fuse rating. The vehicle is secured against rolling away. All electrical consumers are switched off.
  • Page 332 Pull loop until foot plate is released of the cockpit on the driver's side. from the holder. Mercedes-Benz recommends you have the Remove foot plate 1. fuse box opened at an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Closing To open: reach between the seat and trim on the left and right and pull out cover 2.
  • Page 333: Wheels And Tires 331

    Wheels and tires 331 Visually inspect wheels and tires for damage. Notes on noise or unusual handling characteris- & WARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to tics Check the valve caps. insufficient tire tread Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or Visual check of the tire tread depth and the Insufficient tire tread will result in reduced tire unusual handling characteristics when the vehicle...
  • Page 334: Notes On Snow Chains

    This could cause damage to the vehicle or the The tires can burst. cle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains with tires. the same quality standard. The tires can wear excessively and/or Never mount snow chains on the front unevenly.
  • Page 335 Wheels and tires 333 Impaired handling characteristics If operating conditions change, e.g. off- & WARNING Risk of accident due to repea- road driving Irregular wear ted pressure drop in the tires Increased fuel consumption The wheels, valves or tires could be damaged. Adjust the tire pressure, if necessary.
  • Page 336 334 Wheels and tires permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pres- If one or more tire sizes precede a tire pressure, malfunction, which can cause tire pressure sure. the following tire pressure information is only valid loss. for those tire sizes and their respective load con- Only correct the tire pressure when the tires are Only screw standard valve caps or valve dition.
  • Page 337 Wheels and tires 335 Some tire pressure tables only show the rim diam- If the tire pressure is higher than the recom- your vehicle has tires of a different size than eter instead of the complete tire size, e.g. R18. mended value, release air.
  • Page 338 336 Wheels and tires If there is a substantial pressure loss or if the tire Checking the tire pressure with the tire pressure Your vehicle has also been equipped with a temperature is excessive, you will be warned with monitoring system TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when display messages ( page 424) or the h...
  • Page 339: Loading The Vehicle

    Wheels and tires 337 ture values of each tire are displayed as soon Restart the tire pressure monitoring system in the If the tire pressure levels are not within the as they are known to the system. following situations: specified range, the Please Correct Tire Pres- sure message appears.
  • Page 340 338 Wheels and tires The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the Maximum permissible load comprises the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle. gross weight of all vehicle occupants, load and luggage. Recommended tire pressure for cold tires. The recommended tire pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and up to the maximum permissible vehicle speed.
  • Page 341 Please consult an authorized load driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have any ques- tions about towing a trailer with your vehicle. (4): The resulting figure equals the available The following table shows examples of how to cal- amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
  • Page 342 340 Wheels and tires Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Combined maximum weight of occupants and 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) load (data from the Tire and Loading Information placard) Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occu- pants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2...
  • Page 343 Wheels and tires 341 Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Permissible load (maximum gross vehicle weight 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 750 lbs (340 kg) = 750 lbs 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 200 lbs (91 kg) = 1300 lbs rating from the Tire and Loading Information plac- (340 kg) (589 kg)
  • Page 344: Tire Labeling

    342 Wheels and tires Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 345) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 345) Tire name The data shown in the illustration is example data.
  • Page 345 Wheels and tires 343 well on the government course as a tire graded The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are high temperature can cause the material of the 100. AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces- ability to stop on wet pavement as measured sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
  • Page 346 344 Wheels and tires The data shown in the image is example data. Information on the maximum tire load Specifications for maximum tire pressure The TIN is a unique identification number to iden- tify tires and comprises the following: DOT (Department of Transportation): tire sym- bol marks indicating that the tire complies with the requirements of the US Department...
  • Page 347 Wheels and tires 345 Information on tire characteristics Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed- ing the specified tire load-bearing capa- city or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire dam- age and to the tires bursting.
  • Page 348 "P": passenger vehicle tires according to US rating. You can obtain information on the required manufacturing standards. Load-bearing index 6: speed rating from an authorized Mercedes-Benz "LT": light truck tires according to US manu- Numerical code that specifies the maximum load- Service Center.
  • Page 349: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading

    Wheels and tires 347 All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on the Index Speed rating maximum load that the tire can carry at a cer- Index Speed rating tain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
  • Page 350 348 Wheels and tires to tread quality, tire traction and temperature GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): the GAWR is Maximum weight of the laden vehicle: the maxi- characteristics. The quality grading assessment is the maximum gross axle weight rating. The actual mum weight is the sum of the curb weight of the made by the manufacturer following specifications load on an axle must never exceed the gross axle...
  • Page 351: Changing A Wheel

    Wheels and tires 349 Maximum load on one tire: maximum load on one Side wall: the part of the tire between the tread tire tread is level with the bars, the wear limit of tire. This is calculated by dividing the maximum and the tire bead.
  • Page 352 For safety reasons, only use tires, wheels and For tires, pay attention to the following: Mercedes-Benz. accessories which have been specially Designation approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. * NOTE Risk to driving safety from retrea- Manufacturer These tires are specially adapted to the active ded tires ®...
  • Page 353 Only use the tires for their intended pur- parts due to the use of tire-installing tools pose. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or which are not used correctly, can impair the operating safety. Vehicles with tire pressure monitoring sys- tem: There are electronic component parts in Before purchasing and using non-approved acces- the wheel.
  • Page 354 352 Wheels and tires Observe the following when selecting, installing For M+S tires, only use tires with the same Notes on the emergency spare wheel and replacing tires: tread. page 359) Furthermore, the use of certain tire types in Observe the maximum permissible speed for &...
  • Page 355 Wheels and tires 353 Notes on rotating wheels On vehicles that have the same size front and rear You require the following tools, for example, to wheels, rotate the wheels according to the inter- change a wheel: & WARNING Risk of injury through different vals in the tire manufacturer's warranty book in Jack your vehicle documents.
  • Page 356 354 Wheels and tires Centering pin Place chocks or other suitable items under the Position wheel wrench on socket 2. front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally Folding chock Using wheel wrench 3, turn hub cap opposite the wheel you wish to change. counter-clockwise and remove it.
  • Page 357 Important notes on using the jack: Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has been Never place your hands or feet under the vehi- approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehi- cle. cle. Never lie under the vehicle.
  • Page 358 356 Wheels and tires Removing a wheel * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to the jack Requirements The vehicle is raised ( page 354). If you do not position the jack at the jack sup- port points provided for this purpose, you * NOTE Damage to the ceramic brake disc could damage your vehicle.
  • Page 359 Wheels and tires 357 Unscrew the remaining wheel bolts com- Do not raise the wheels by the plastic Do not continue driving. pletely. elements when removing and reposition- ing. Remove the wheel. Observe the information on the choice of tires page 349).
  • Page 360 Lowering the vehicle after a wheel change Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a diagonal For safety reasons, only use wheel bolts which Requirements: have been approved by Mercedes-Benz and pattern in the order indicated with The new wheel has been mounted for the wheel in question.
  • Page 361: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Wheels and tires 359 Ensure that the wheel bolts or wheel Emergency spare wheel shop. The new wheel must have the cor- nuts are tightened to the prescribed rect dimensions. Notes on the emergency spare wheel tightening torque. Observe the following notes on installing an emer- &...
  • Page 362 360 Wheels and tires Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring sys- tem: if an emergency spare wheel is installed, the tire pressure monitoring system cannot function reliably. For a few minutes after an emergency spare wheel is installed, the sys- tem may still display the tire pressure of the removed wheel.
  • Page 363: Technical Data 361

    Operator's Manual in the vehicle, on the Internet standard equipment. You can obtain further infor- and in the app. The following can be used in the vehicle without mation from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- restrictions: These are not small components. Information ter.
  • Page 364: Vehicle Identification Plate, Vin And Engine Number Overview

    362 Technical data Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine num- ber overview Vehicle identification plate Vehicle identification plate (USA only) Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Maximum permissible gross vehicle weight Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load...
  • Page 365: Operating Fluids

    Technical data 363 Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross Additional plates Operating fluids vehicle weight or the maximum gross axle weight Notes on operating fluids rating for the front or rear axle. & WARNING Risk of injury from operating Imprinted VIN fluids harmful to your health Operating fluids may be poisonous and harm-...
  • Page 366 Before and during refueling, switch off not been approved for the vehicle is not covered If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten- the vehicle and, if installed, the station- by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- tion immediately. Do not induce vomit- ary heater. tures.
  • Page 367 Technical data 365 a mixture of E85 fuel and premium-grade Refuel only using premium-grade gasoline with an Never under any circumstances refuel with unleaded gasoline octane number of at least 91 AKI/95 RON. any of the following fuels: As a temporary measure, if the recommended fuel Flexible-fuel vehicles can be identified by the Diesel is not available, you may also use regular unlea-...
  • Page 368 366 Technical data Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use brand- Engine oil Do not drive at the maximum design name fuels with additives. speed. Notes on engine oil In some countries, the fuel available may not have Observe the notes on operating fluids Avoid sudden acceleration and engine sufficient additives.
  • Page 369 Engine oil filling capacity prescribed intervals. specified intervals. Model Capacity Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a quali- Mercedes-AMG SL 43 6.3 US qt (6.0 liters) changed at a qualified specialist workshop. fied specialist workshop.
  • Page 370 Information on coolant is available at the fol- specialist workshop. lowing locations: All other models Capacity Proportion of antifreeze concentrate in the cool- In the Mercedes-Benz Specification for ing system: Engine cooling circuit 18.8 US qt Operating Fluids 320.1 A minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection down (filling capacity with (17.8 liters)
  • Page 371 Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit opening. has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. For the correct mixing ratio, refer to the informa- Do not mix the approved refrigerant tion on the antifreeze container.
  • Page 372: Vehicle Data

    370 Technical data applicable regulations as well as SAE standard Symbols indicate the following: Vehicle data J639 must be adhered to. Possible dangers Vehicle dimensions Have all work on the climate control system car- Having maintenance work carried out at a The heights specified may vary as a result of the ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 373 Technical data 371 Vehicle height Weights and loads Maximum permissible speed Model Model Bear in mind that items of special equipment increase the curb weight and reduce the payload. Mercedes-AMG SL 63 53.3 in (1353 mm) Mercedes-AMG SL 43 Vehicle-specific weight information can be found 4MATIC+ on the vehicle identification plate.
  • Page 374: 372 Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps

    372 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages to be acknowledged can be hid- Display messages den by pressing the back button G or with the Introduction left-hand Touch Control. The display messages will Notes about display messages then be stored in the message memory. Display messages appear on the driver display.
  • Page 375 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 373 Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 38). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. Restraint System Malfunc- tion Service Required Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 376 374 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Dis- * The front passenger airbag and the front passenger knee airbag have been disabled even though an adult or a person abled See Operator's Man- of adult stature is on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 377 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 375 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the seat. & WARNING Risk of injury or death when using a child restraint system while the front passenger airbag is ena- bled If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag is ena- bled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an accident.
  • Page 378 376 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * Have the SmartKey replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Obtain a New Key ® * The SmartKey battery is discharged. Replace the battery ( page 66). Replace Key Battery ®...
  • Page 379 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 377 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * The SmartKey cannot be detected and may no longer be in the vehicle. If the SmartKey is no longer in the vehicle and you switch off the vehicle: You can no longer start the vehicle.
  • Page 380 378 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * A warning tone also sounds. This message reminds you to take your SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. Don't Forget Your Key Place the Key in the * SmartKey detection is malfunctioning.
  • Page 381 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 379 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * If you drive at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h) you cannot open or close the soft top. Do not drive at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h). Fully open or close the soft top.
  • Page 382 380 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The trunk partition is open. Close the trunk partition. Close Trunk Separator Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The corresponding light source is defective. Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
  • Page 383 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 381 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The light sensor for automatic driving lights is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative * You are driving without low-beam headlamps. Turn the light switch to the L or à position. Switch On Headlamps * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on.
  • Page 384 382 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. The Adaptive Highbeam Assist Now Available display message will appear. Drive on Operate the high beam manually until Adaptive High Beam Assist is available again.
  • Page 385 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 383 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, operate the high beam manually. Hazard Warning Light Mal- * The hazard warning lamp switch is malfunctioning.
  • Page 386 384 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the operating safety of your vehicle is impaired, park the vehicle immediately and safely. Contact a qualified special- ist workshop. If the driver's display fails, you may not recognize function restrictions affecting systems relevant to safety or the speed display, for example.
  • Page 387 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 385 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Head-up Display Bright- * The brightness of the head-up display is reduced. Possible causes: ness Currently Reduced Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision See Operator's Manual Faulty exterior brightness signals Switch on the windshield wipers.
  • Page 388 386 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The steering is malfunctioning. Steering capability is significantly impaired. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized. Steering Malfunction Stop Immediately See Opera- Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 389 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 387 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The rear axle steering is malfunctioning. The rear axle has no steering capability. The steering wheel may be tilted considerably when you drive in a straight line. Rear Axle Steering Malfunc- Depending on the steering wheel's tilted position, the steering wheel will also vibrate and a continuous warning tone tion Stop Immediately...
  • Page 390 388 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Rear Spoiler Control Sys- * The rear wing cannot reach the end position during retraction and extends again if possible. tem Inoperative The vehicle's speed may be restricted. If retraction of the rear wing is blocked, e.g.
  • Page 391 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 389 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the hood unlocked The hood may open and block your view. Never release the hood when driving. Before every trip, ensure that the hood is locked. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
  • Page 392 390 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The seat backrest of the corresponding front seat is not engaged. Fold the seat backrest back until it engages. Front Left Seat Backrest Not Locked (example) ¥ * The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
  • Page 393 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 391 Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To switch vehicle off, press * You have pressed the start/stop button while the vehicle is in motion. and hold Start/Stop but- Information about switching off the vehicle while driving ( page 142).
  • Page 394 392 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The coolant is too hot. Stop immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the vehicle. Coolant Stop Switch Off & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the hood Vehicle If you open the hood in the event of an overheated engine or fire in the engine compartment, the following situa- tions may occur:...
  • Page 395 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 393 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel. Fuel Level Low * The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Close the fuel filler cap.
  • Page 396 394 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To Deselect P or N * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j or neutral i and into another transmission posi- Depress Brake and Start tion.
  • Page 397 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 395 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Be ready to brake. Do not leave the vehicle unattended. Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle comes to a standstill. Engage park position j when the vehicle is stationary with the brake pedal depressed. To continue driving with the brake pedal depressed, select transmission position h or k.
  • Page 398 396 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Before leaving the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake. Auxiliary Battery Malfunc- * There is a malfunction in the auxiliary battery. tion (red display message) Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, always select park position j manually before you switch off the vehicle.
  • Page 399 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 397 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To release: Switch the vehicle off and switch it back on Release the electric parking brake manually ( page 172). Release the electric parking brake automatically ( page 171). If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake: Do not continue driving.
  • Page 400 398 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Do not continue driving. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away. * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released.
  • Page 401 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 399 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 171).
  • Page 402 400 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is lit. You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the vehicle switched off. Switch on the vehicle.
  • Page 403 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 401 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to low brake fluid level If the brake fluid level is too low, the braking effect and the braking characteristics may be impaired. (USA only) Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 404 402 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ATTENTION ASSIST Inoper- ative é * ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver page 182).
  • Page 405 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 403 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 188). - - - mph ç...
  • Page 406 404 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. Active Distance Assist Inop- * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is malfunctioning. erative Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
  • Page 407 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 405 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Ø * Active Steering Assist has reached the system limits ( page 193).
  • Page 408 406 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. * Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Emergency Stop Assist is temporarily unavailable due to multi- ple emergency stops.
  • Page 409 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 407 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Change Assist * Active Lane Change Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Drive on. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Stop &...
  • Page 410 408 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Traffic Sign Assist Cur- * Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily unavailable. rently Unavailable See Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. Operator's Manual It is possible to continue driving in compliance with the traffic regulations.
  • Page 411 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 409 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Blind Spot Assist * Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 412 410 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist * Active Lane Keeping Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Ø...
  • Page 413 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 411 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¸ * Front and corner radar sensors (hereafter "sensors") are malfunctioning. Possible causes: The sensors are dirty Heavy rain or snow ð Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 414 412 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions á * The view of the multifunction camera is restricted. Possible causes: Dirt on the windshield in the field of vision of the multifunction camera Heavy rain, snow or fog ð...
  • Page 415 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 413 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ä * The AMG adaptive sport suspension system or AMG active adaptive sport suspension system is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. Do not drive at speeds greater than 50 mph (80 km/h). Malfunction Drive at Max.
  • Page 416 414 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions PARKTRONIC Inoperative * Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning. See Operator's Manual Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. Continue driving while paying attention to the vehicle's surroundings. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
  • Page 417 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 415 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions RACE START Canceled * Possible causes: You released the accelerator pedal during RACE START. You depressed the brake pedal during RACE START. You can try RACE START again at the next start. Driving safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and...
  • Page 418 416 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive care- fully. * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally.
  • Page 419 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 417 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP is malfunctioning ® ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
  • Page 420 418 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of skidding if EBD, ABS and ESP ®...
  • Page 421 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 419 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again. If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
  • Page 422 420 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunction- ing. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Inoperative Battery...
  • Page 423 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 421 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving. Switch off the vehicle. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The vehicle is off and the condition of charge of the 12 V battery is too low.
  • Page 424 422 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The 48 V on-board electrical system is malfunctioning. Û Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving. Switch off the vehicle. Stop Vehicle See Opera- Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 425 * The condition of charge of the 48 V battery is too low. You can no longer start the vehicle. Operator's Manual Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. Connect a suitable charger approved for Mercedes-Benz with sufficient charge output to the jump-start connection point of the 12 V battery ( page 323).
  • Page 426 424 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Tire pressure monitor Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Tire Press. Monitor Cur- * There is interference from a powerful radio signal source As a result, no signals from the tire pressure sensor are rently Unavailable being received.
  • Page 427 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 425 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed. A warning tone also sounds. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure Check Tires The tires can burst.
  • Page 428 426 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * The pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheel position is displayed. & WARNING Risk of an accident from driving with a flat tire The tires can overheat and be damaged.
  • Page 429 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 427 Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
  • Page 430 428 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circum- stances. Switch off the vehicle. Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil ( page 303).
  • Page 431: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 429 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Driver's display ü...
  • Page 432 438) SPORT ( page 443) é USA: Recuperative Brake System Mercedes-Benz emergency call system page 438) H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system J Canada: brakes (yellow)( page 438) page 446) $ USA: brakes (red) ( page 438) Tire pressure monitor...
  • Page 433 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 431 Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system red warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is on. The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 38). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident.
  • Page 434 432 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ü * The red seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds once the vehicle has started. In addition, an intermittent warning tone may sound. The red seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Seat belt warning lamp Fasten your seat belt ( page 42).
  • Page 435 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 433 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Note the messages on the driver's display.
  • Page 436 434 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp (red) The coolant level is too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty The engine coolant pump is faulty...
  • Page 437 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 435 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the vehicle. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Note the messages on the driver's display. If the coolant temperature display is at the lower end of the temperature scale: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 438 436 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow Check Engine warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A malfunction has occurred in the engine, the exhaust system or the fuel system. The emissions limit value may have been exceeded and the engine may be running in emergency operation mode.
  • Page 439 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 437 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. The fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel. Fuel reserve warning lamp lights up...
  • Page 440 438 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp is also lit in the event of a malfunction. Note the messages on the driver's display.
  • Page 441 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 439 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é *The yellow é warning lamp (USA only) or the yellow J brake warning lamp (Canada only) is lit while the vehicle is running. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction Recuperative Brake System If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
  • Page 442 440 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red brake warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. Possible causes: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
  • Page 443 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 441 Driving systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected. If there is an additional warning tone, you are approaching an obstacle at too high a speed.
  • Page 444 442 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Æ * The Active Brake Assist warning lamp is on. After you drive off, the system's range of functions will be restricted due to the teach-in process. Depending on the ambient conditions, the teach-in process may take a few minutes. Active Brake Assist warning Observe the notes on Active Brake Assist ( page 199).
  • Page 445 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 443 Driving safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ABS is malfunctioning. If an additional warning tone sounds, EBD is malfunctioning. ABS warning lamp Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
  • Page 446 444 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ * The yellow ESP ® warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. ®...
  • Page 447 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 445 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® ® If ESP cannot be activated, ESP is malfunctioning. ® Have ESP checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ® Observe the notes on deactivating ESP page 177). å...
  • Page 448 446 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz emergency call system warning lamp Tire pressure monitor...
  • Page 449 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 447 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitoring system has detected tire pressure loss in at least one of the tires. &...
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    448 Index Function..........210 Drive Away Assist........237 1, 2, 3 ... Exiting a parking space......236 Active Brake Assist (SmartKey) battery......... 66 Function..........232 Function..........199 48 V on-board electrical system Maneuvering brake function....239 Setting........... 204 Notes............. 244 Parking..........
  • Page 451 Index 449 Additives Setting........... 136 AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL Engine oil..........366 Function..........217 Air inlet............306 Fuel............366 AMG active sport suspension system Air pressure..........332 Aerodynamics profile Setting the vehicle level......218 Air vents Care............310 Setting vehicle level (GPS-based).... 219 Adjusting (AIRSCARF)......
  • Page 452 Animals, Pets in the vehicle......63 Attention assistant, ATTENTION ASSIST..182 Automatic transmission Changing gears........159 Anti-lock braking system, ABS...... 176 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center..29 DIRECT SELECT lever......159 Anti-theft alarm system, ATA......89 Authorized workshop........29 Double-clutch function......161 Anti-theft protection, ATA Automatic car wash........
  • Page 453 AMG ceramic high-performance com- charging, Remote Online......143 posite brake system....... 149 Calling the customer center for BAS (Brake Assist System)..... 177 Battery (vehicle) Mercedes-Benz..........288 Breaking-in notes........144 Charging..........323 Calls Driving tips..........145 Notes (starting assistance and charg- Mercedes me.........
  • Page 454 452 Index Aerodynamic profile (extending/ Caring for real wood........311 Front passenger seat....... 61 retracting)..........221 Installing ISOFIX........58 Caring for rims..........310 Aerodynamics profile......310 Risks/dangers......... 54 Caring for the steering wheel......311 Air/water duct........306 Securing..........57 Caring for trim elements....... 311 Automatic car wash.......
  • Page 455 Index 453 Cleaning seat covers........311 Switching the A/C function on/off via Coolant the air conditioning menu....... 138 Capacity..........368 Cleaning the sensors........310 Switching the A/C function on/off via Cooling............136 Climate control the climate bar........137 Activating/deactivating......137 Copyright Synchronization function......
  • Page 456 454 Index Decorative foil..........308 DIRECT SELECT lever Automatic transmission......159 Definitions Dashboard Engaging drive position......161 Tires and loading........347 Cockpit overview........6 Engaging neutral........160 Defrost function........... 137 Dashcam Engaging park position automatically..160 Destination entry Selecting a USB device......282 Engaging reverse gear......
  • Page 457 Index 455 é ATTENTION ASSIST Inoperative..402 ÿ Coolant Stop Switch Off Vehicle..392 Inoperative See Operator's é ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a Currently Unavailable See Oper- Manual..........416 ator's Manual......... 415 Inoperative See Operator's Break!............ 402 ÷ Currently Unavailable See Oper- Manual..........
  • Page 458 456 Index ë Off..........401 Soft Top Operation Not Poss. Switch on Vehicle to Release Open/Close Soft Top Com- See Operator's Manual......379 the Parking Brake........400 Ù ¸ pletely............ 379 Steering Malfunction Drive Temporarily Unavailable Sen- Parking Brake See Operator's Carefully Service Required.....
  • Page 459 Index 457 Active Distance Assist Now Available..404 Active Parking Assist Limited Availa- Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus Inop- Active Emergency Stop Assist Cur- bility of Maneuvering Assistance See erative........... 382 rently Unavailable See Operator's Operator's Manual......... 414 Ambient Lighting Warning Support Manual..........
  • Page 460 458 Index Depress Brake to Shift to D or R..... 394 PARKTRONIC Inoperative See Opera- Tire Press. Monitor Currently Unavail- Depress Brake to Shift to R....394 tor's Manual........... 414 able............424 DIGITAL LIGHT Functions Limited... 381 Place the Key in the Marked Space Tire Press.
  • Page 461 Index 459 DISTRONIC, Active Distance Assist Driver's display STEER CONTROL........181 DISTRONIC..........186 Menus........... 242 Traffic Sign Assist........204 Notes............. 241 Your responsibility........174 Door Operating..........241 Emergency key......... 71 Driving system, Driving safety system... 176 Service due date........298 Opening (from the inside)......
  • Page 462 460 Index Emotion Start..........142 ® Electronic Stability Program, ESP ....177 Engine Emergency E10.............. 365 Emergency operation mode....142 Fire extinguisher........315 Easy entry feature Emergency start........329 First-aid kit (soft sided)......315 Function..........104 Engine number........362 Overview of aids........18 Easy exit feature Starting assistance........
  • Page 463 Index 461 Error message Removing..........82 Driver's display........372 Free software, Open Source Software..... 36 Factory settings ® , Electronic Stability Program Frequencies MBUX............ 268 Activating/deactivating......179 Mobile phone......... 361 Favorites............262 Adjusting (steering-wheel button)... 180 Two-way radio........361 fine particle status display......137 Crosswind Assist........
  • Page 464 462 Index Fuel filler cap / flap........164 General driving tips........145 Head-up display Care............311 Fuel reserve..........366 Genuine parts..........21 Function..........243 Function seat..........16 Glide mode..........163 Memory function........107 Fuses, Fuses Glove box............. 110 Operating..........243 Before replacing a fuse......
  • Page 465 Index 463 Hood City lighting..........120 Opening/closing........300 Cornering light........119 Enhanced fog light function....120 Acoustic locking verification signal... 65 Highway mode........120 KEYLESS-GO Overview..........119 Identification plate Deactivating..........66 Topographical compensation....120 Engine........... 362 Locking/unlocking the vehicle....69 Interior lighting Refrigerant..........
  • Page 466 464 Index Language, System settings Parking lights......... 116 Loading information table......337 Notes............. 268 Rear fog light......... 116, 117 Loads Setting........... 268 Responsibility for lighting systems..116 Securing..........107 Switch-off delay time......126 Light switch..........116 Locator lighting..........126 Switching the Intelligent Light System Lighting Locking/unlocking on/off...........
  • Page 467 Index 465 Maneuvering support, Maneuvering assis- Exit warning........... 258 tant.............. 238 Operating the function with the favor- MAGIC VISION CONTROL ites pose..........259 Manual gearshifting Windshield wiper........131 Overview..........256 Activating/deactivating......163 Maintaining safe distance Preselection outside mirrors....259 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC..188 Switching the reading light on/off Displaying online map contents....
  • Page 468 466 Index Steering wheel heater/seat heating..104 Calling the Mercedes-Benz customer Mobile phone Telephone..........284 center after automatic accident/ Frequencies........... 361 Touchscreen.......... 254 breakdown detection......288 Maximum transmission output....361 Zero layer..........248 Calls via the overhead control panel..287 Notes on wireless charging....
  • Page 469 Index 467 Operating safety Panic alarm, Alarm ® PRE-SAFE ..........51 48 V on-board electrical system....25 Arming/disarming........65 Seat belt..........39 Information..........25 Park position On-board diagnostics interface, Diagnos- Operator's manual......... 22 DIRECT SELECT lever......159 tics connection..........28 Engaging..........
  • Page 470 468 Index Parking brake, Electric parking brake Power supply Electric..........170 Start/stop button........141 QR code rescue card........31 Switching on (start/stop button).... 141 Parking for an extended period..... 174 Qualified specialist workshop......29 Power washers..........307 Parking lamp..........116 ®...
  • Page 471 Index 469 Reading light Refueling Restraint system Switching on/off (contactless)....258 Fuel............164 Basic instructions for children....53 Refueling the vehicle......164 Function in the event of an accident..38 Rear axle steering........149 Functionality..........38 Regulatory radio identification Rear fog light..........117 Limited protection........
  • Page 472 470 Index Route, Navigation AIRSCARF..........101 Seat belts Alternative route........278 Automatic adjustment......98 Activating/deactivating seat belt Calculating..........278 Configuring settings......... 97 adjustment..........43 Commuter route........278 Correct driver's seat position....92 Reduced protection........40 Navigation..........274 Folding the backrest forwards/back..99 Seat heating Selecting a type........
  • Page 473 Steering wheel paddle shifters....162 Sound settings..........297 ® Smartphone Integration, iPhone Android Auto.......... 293 Shortening the braking distance Spare parts, Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts..21 ® Apple CarPlay ........293 Brake Assist System....... 177 Spare wheel Snow chains, Anti-skid chains...... 332 Side air bag............
  • Page 474 472 Index Starter battery Memory function........107 Suspension charging, Remote Online......143 Steering wheel heater......103 AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL....217 AMG adaptive sport suspension sys- Starting Steering wheel heater tem............216 Remote Online........143 Linking to seat heating......104 Selecting the suspension setting....
  • Page 475 Index 473 Tank content Notes on wireless charging (mobile Maximum tire pressure......344 Fuel............366 phone)........... 112 Size designation........345 Reserve..........366 Operating modes........286 Speed rating.......... 345 Telephone menu overview...... 286 Temperature grade......... 342 Technical data Wirelessly charging a(mobile phone, Tire Quality Grading.......
  • Page 476 474 Index Tire-change tool kit Snow chains.......... 332 Tow-starting..........329 Overview..........353 Speed rating.......... 345 Towing away..........326 Storing........... 353 TIREFIT kit, Tire inflation compressor Towing eye Temperature grade......... 342 Storage location........316 Storage location........328 Tire and Loading Information placard..337 Tires Towing methods...........
  • Page 477 Index 475 Trailer drawbar, Pulling/towing, Tow Two-way radios Diagnostics connection......28 bar system........... 240 Frequencies........... 361 Emergency key......... 71 Transmission output....... 361 Emotion Start........142 Transmission position display....... 159 Equipment..........22 Transmission positions KEYLESS-GO..........69 DIRECT SELECT lever......159 Limited Warranty........31 Unfastening...........
  • Page 478 476 Index Vehicle camera Vehicle operation outside the USA or Can- Information..........175 ada..............24 Warning system, ATA........89 Vehicle data Vehicle sensors..........175 Warning triangle Display, MBUX........157 Vehicle start Removing..........314 Displaying, DYNAMIC SELECT....157 Emergency operation mode....142 Warning/indicator lamp Maximum speeds........
  • Page 479 Wedge............353 ! The electric parking brake (yel- up............437 Weight information........362 low) indicator lamp......... 438 H Mercedes-Benz emergency call Wheel change h Tire pressure monitoring system system warning lamp......446 Installing a new wheel......357 Lowering the vehicle......358 warning lamp flashes......
  • Page 480 478 Index Load index..........345 Wi-Fi Winter operation Load-bearing capacity......345 Setting up a hotspot....... 266 Snow chains.......... 332 Maximum tire load......... 344 Windows Wiper blades Maximum tire pressure......344 Care............310 Care............310 Noise............. 331 De-icing..........137 Replacing (windshield)......129 Notes on installing.........

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