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Here you can find comprehen‐ You can find the Operator's Man‐ The Mercedes-Benz Guides App tents of the Operator's Manual sive information about operating ual on the Mercedes-Benz home‐ is available free-of-charge in directly via the vehicle's multi‐ your vehicle and about services page.
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Damage to the vehicle resulting from the disre‐ gard of the instructions is not covered by the Keep these documents in the vehicle at all Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. times. If you sell the vehicle, always pass all of the documents on to the new owner.
Notes on pets in the vehicle ......50 Exterior lighting ..........89 Protecting the environment ......17 Interior lighting ..........93 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ...... 17 Windshield wiper and windshield washer Opening and closing ........52 Operator's Manual ........18 system ............
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Contents Driving and parking ......... 102 Voice Control System ....... 175 Breakdown assistance ......303 Driving ............102 Notes on operating safety ......175 Emergency ..........303 Race track operation ........110 Operation ............ 176 Flat tire ............303 DYNAMIC SELECT switch ......113 Using the Voice Control System effec‐...
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Contents Vehicle data ..........359 Display messages and warning/indi‐ cator lamps ..........362 Display messages ........362 Warning and indicator lamps ...... 405 Index ............422...
Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the fol‐ Observe notes on material damage. lowing symbols: Useful instructions or further information & DANGER Danger due to not observing that could be helpful to you. the warning notices Instruction Warning notices draw your attention to haz‐ (Q page) Further information on a topic ards that may endanger your health or life, or Display...
At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps Instrument Display...
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At a glance – Warning and indicator lamps → → Speedometer Electric parking brake applied (red) → #! Turn signal lights F USA only → Multifunction display ! Canada only → → R Rear fog light 6 Restraint system → →...
At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment...
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At a glance – Door control panel and seat adjustment → → Opens the door Operates the memory function → → & % Locks/unlocks the vehicle Sets the seat fore-and-aft position → → Operates the outside mirrors Adjusts the seat cushion inclination →...
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At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → → QR code for accessing the rescue card Starting assistance → → Safety vests Flat tire → → Hazard warning lamps Fuel filler flap with instruction labels for tire pressure, fuel type and QR code for accessing →...
Some sections of the Digital Operator's Manual, bookmarks you have stored yourself. such as warnings, can be made visible by high‐ lighting and pressing them. The Operator's Manual can also be found in the Mercedes-Benz Guides app in all com‐ mon app stores.
Do not warm up the engine while the vehicle is stationary. vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts Help to protect the environment by operating Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front.
Genuine Parts are available for Mercedes-Benz cle. models. Do not carry out repairs or welding. Should you have any questions concerning All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain equipment and operation, please consult an a supply of Mercedes-Benz Genuine Parts for authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Roadside Assistance sary. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Pro‐ If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all litera‐ Europe through our European Delivery Program.
General notes Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number Operating safety As a result, they may no longer function as 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Cus‐ intended and/or endanger the operating tomer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal‐ safety of the vehicle.
General notes received, including interference that may cause Remove trapped plants or other flam‐ If the underbody paneling is damaged, flam‐ undesired operation. Changes or modifications mable material. mable materials such as leaves, grass or not expressly approved by the party responsible twigs can collect between the underbody and If there is damage, consult a qualified for compliance could void the user's authority to...
& WARNING Risk of accident due to con‐ and as prescribed in order to ensure necting devices to the diagnostics con‐ An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali‐ that there is always sufficient room for nection fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary the pedals.
If the problem is not resolved to your satis‐ eral Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the faction, please discuss the problem again with "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec‐ 1966".
This damage is not covered either by the eration, lateral acceleration, display of fas‐ Electronic control units are installed in your vehi‐ Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the tened seat belts) cle. Some of these are necessary for the safe New‑...
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General notes data is temporary and is only processed in the Depending on the selected equipment, you can Depending on the equipment, this includes, for vehicle itself. Only a small portion of the data is import data into vehicle convenience and info‐ example: stored in the event or fault memory.
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General notes further data processing occurs is determined by sonal data may be used for the provision of Multimedia system/Mercedes me connect the provider of the specific app used. Which set‐ online services. Data is exchanged via a secure If the vehicle is equipped with the multimedia tings you can make, if any, depends on the spe‐...
How far (if at all) the driver was depressing data from the EDR is commercially available, EDRs. the accelerator and/or brake pedal and Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly How fast the vehicle was traveling disclaims any and all liability arising from the Copyright extraction of this information by unauthorized This data can help provide a better understand‐...
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General notes Dolby ® and MLP™ are registered trademarks of DOLBY Laboratories. ® ® BabySmart™, ESP and PRE-SAFE are reg‐ istered trademarks of Daimler AG. HomeLink ® is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls. iPod ® and iTunes ® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
Devices and/or airbags supplement the pro‐ authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. tection offered by a correctly worn seat belt. USA only: for details, contact our Customer...
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Occupant safety Restraint system functionality the components of the restraint system must gered unintentionally or may not deploy as take place in good time at the start of the colli‐ intended during an accident. This may affect When the ignition is switched on, a self-test is sion.
National guidelines regarding Driver's airbag, front Frontal impact waste disposal must be observed. In California, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the passenger airbag see http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Perchlorate/index.cfm. after an accident. Take this into account, partic‐...
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Occupant safety The seat belt must be routed across the cen‐ tions for loading the vehicle when securing & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to ter of the shoulder and as low down across objects, luggage or loads ( page 80).
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The seat belt is damaged, has been modi‐ Only use seat belts which have been approved fied, is extremely dirty, bleached or dyed for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. & WARNING Risk of injury or death when The seat belt buckle is damaged or...
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Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Vehicles with automatic front passenger air‐ vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop bag shutoff: after an accident.
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Occupant safety Activating/deactivating seat belt adjustment Only one person should use each seat * NOTE Deployment of the Emergency via the multimedia system belt at any one time. Tensioning Device and side air bag when the front passenger seat is unoccupied Multimedia system: Vehicle î...
Occupant safety In the following cases, the seat belt warning Front passenger knee airbag & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injuries lights up during a journey if: Window curtain airbag if the front-passenger airbag is enabled The vehicle speed exceeds 15 mph Side airbag If the front-passenger front airbag is enabled, (25 km/h) and the driver's or front...
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Occupant safety the journey, that the status of the front Protection by the airbags Always make sure that there are no passenger airbag is correct ( page 41). objects between the airbag and vehicle Depending on the accident situation, an airbag occupant.
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You should only use seat covers that Limited protection provided by airbags have been approved for the correspond‐ bag. ing seats by Mercedes-Benz. There are no objects between the seat, door & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifi‐ and door pillar (B-pillar).
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Occupant safety Status of the front passenger front airbag The backrest of the forward-facing child Consequently, the airbags cannot protect restraint system must lie as flat as possible vehicle occupants as they are designed to Function of the automatic front passenger against the backrest of the front-passenger airbag shutoff seat.
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Occupant safety The front passenger sits in such a way that The entire base of the child restraint The front passenger seat has been moved their weight is raised from the sitting sur‐ system must always rest on the sitting as far back as possible.
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Occupant safety Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indica‐ The status of the front passenger airbag is dis‐ Status display tor lamps played after the self-test: If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the sta‐ PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for tus of the front passenger airbag is correct for 60 seconds, subsequently both indicator...
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Occupant safety NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint Always observe the child restraint sys‐ & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury system on a seat protected by an ENABLED tem manufacturer's installation instruc‐ due to incorrect positioning of the child FRONT AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERI‐...
Occupant safety If the front passenger seat is occupied by a tion, e.g. when a person is seated in the front ® PRE-SAFE system person of smaller stature (e.g. a teenager or passenger seat. ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant protec‐ small adult), the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF That person could, for example, come into tion) indicator lamp either lights up continuously...
You will need to perform certain settings your‐ Always secure the child in a child restraint Observing laws and legal requirements self. system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehi‐ Always observe the legal requirements when cle. If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced, using a child restraint system in the vehicle.
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If the child restraint system is not correctly Mercedes-Benz recommends a suitable child installed or secured, it could release in the booster seat with a backrest and seat belt guide.
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Occupant safety passenger airbag is correct for the cur‐ Only use child restraint systems which are in event of an accident, sudden braking or a proper working condition rent situation ( page 41). sudden change in direction. Observe the warning labels in the vehicle The child restraint system could be flung &...
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Occupant safety Avoid direct sunlight Observe when stopping or parking When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of burns when the child & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Keep the vehicle key out of reach of seat is exposed to direct sunlight due to children left unattended in the children.
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Occupant safety Overview of suitable seats in the vehicle for installing a child restraint system Securing systems for child restraint systems Vehicle seat Front passenger seat Securing system: Be sure to observe: Vehicle seat belt . If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure, both before and during the journey, that the sta‐...
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Occupant safety Pull the seat belt smoothly from the seat belt Securing the child restraint system with the Observe the specific instructions for the rear‐ seat belt outlet. ward-facing and forward-facing child restraint systems ( page 50). Engage the seat belt tongue in the seat belt Notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing buckle.
Occupant safety Securing the child restraint system with the O Never place objects under or behind the outlet of the vehicle to the shoulder belt seat belt on the front passenger seat child restraint system, e.g. cushions. guide on the child restraint system. The shoulder belt strap must be routed for‐...
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Occupant safety Unsecured animals may be thrown around in the vehicle in the event of an accident or sudden steering and braking maneuver and injure vehicle occupants in the process. Never leave animals in the vehicle unat‐ tended. Always correctly secure animals while driving, for example using a suitable animal carrier.
Opening and closing Unlocks SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Battery check lamp Overview of SmartKey functions Keep the vehicle key out of reach of The SmartKey may vary from the one shown &...
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Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking To activate: press button for approx‐ driver's door, only the driver's door and fuel verification signal imately one second. filler flap are unlocked. A visual and audible alarm is triggered. Multimedia system: To deactivate: briefly press button again.
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Keep batteries out of the reach of chil‐ Requirements dren. You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery. If batteries are swallowed, seek medical Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the To remove: push release catch in the attention immediately. battery replaced at a qualified specialist work‐...
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Opening and closing Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover into the housing and then press to close it. Insert emergency key into the SmartKey. Press emergency key into the opening in the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow until battery compartment cover opens.
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Opening and closing Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes are: You can no longer lock or unlock the The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. vehicle. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source. The SmartKey is defective.
Opening and closing Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle The vehicle is not unlocked: Doors from the inside If you have locked the vehicle using the Unlocking and opening doors from the inside SmartKey. If you have locked the vehicle using KEY‐ LESS-GO.
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Opening and closing If you open the tailgate from outside it is auto‐ matically unlocked. To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur‐ face of the door handle. To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface or 2. Convenience closing: touch recessed sen‐ sor surface until the closing process has been completed.
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Opening and closing Problems with KEYLESS-GO Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Possible causes are: You can no longer lock or unlock the The key functions have been deactivated ( page 53). vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. There is interference from a powerful radio signal source.
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Opening and closing In the following situations, there is a danger of being locked out when the function is activated: While the vehicle is being tow started/ pushed. If the vehicle is being tested on a roller dyna‐ mometer. Locking/unlocking the driver's door with the emergency key If you wish to lock the vehicle entirely using the emergency key, first press the button for...
Opening and closing Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: Make Cargo compartment a kicking movement with your foot below the Opening the tailgate bumper ( page 62). & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tail‐...
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Opening and closing Closing the tailgate HANDS-FREE ACCESS function & WARNING Risk of burns caused by a hot exhaust system & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured The vehicle exhaust system can become very items in the vehicle hot. If you use HANDS-FREE ACCESS, you If objects, luggage or loads are not secured could burn yourself by touching the exhaust or not secured sufficiently, they could slip,...
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Opening and closing Observe the following notes: If several consecutive kicking movements are Deactivate the key functions ( page 53) or do not successful, wait ten seconds. not carry the SmartKey about your person in The SmartKey is behind the vehicle. such situations.
Opening and closing Pull the cable behind carpet until the tail‐ When closing, make sure that no body gate unlocks. parts are in the closing area. If someone is trapped, release the but‐ ton immediately or press the button in Side windows order to reopen the side window.
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Opening and closing To interrupt automatic operation: press or Press and hold the Ü button on the This means that the reverse function cannot pull the W button again. SmartKey. prevent someone from becoming trapped in these situations. The following functions are performed: When the vehicle is switched off, the side win‐...
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Opening and closing To interrupt convenience closing: release Observe the complete closing proce‐ will close with increased or maximum force. the ß button. dure when using convenience closing. The reversing feature will then not be active. Convenience closing can also be operated When closing, make sure that no body Parts of the body could become trapped in with KEYLESS-GO (...
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Opening and closing Problem Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Immediately after this, pull the corresponding button again until the side window has closed, and hold the button for at least one more second (re-adjustment). The side window is closed without the automatic reversing function. If the side window is obstructed again and reopens again immediately: Immediately after this, pull the corresponding button again until the side window has closed, and hold the button for at least one more second (follow-up adjustment).
In the event the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). Pull handle on the roller sunblind in the ATA (anti-theft alarm system) corresponding direction.
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Opening and closing The ATA system is deactivated automatically in Deactivating the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: the following situations: Grasp the outside door handle with the after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey SmartKey outside the vehicle. after unlocking the vehicle using KEYLESS- after starting the vehicle with the SmartKey page 104) When the Mercedes‑Benz emergency call...
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 injury from adjusting the back of your head is supported at eye the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in level by the center of the head restraint motion you can hold the steering wheel with your...
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Seats and stowing When leaving the vehicle, always take This could cause you to lose control of the & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. the seat height is adjusted carelessly vehicle. Always make sure that the driver's seat If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you Never leave children unattended in the...
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Seats and stowing To adjust the seat backrest inclination: lift Always drive with the head restraints lever and set the seat to the desired installed. angle. Before driving off, make sure for every Ensure that the seat backrest is engaged. vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level.
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Seats and stowing Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Adjusting the AMG Performance seat Seat backrest inclination Seat fore-and-aft position To adjust the contour of the seat and for improved lateral support, you can adjust the Save the settings with the memory function front seats individually.
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Seats and stowing Head restraints & WARNING Risk of injury due to head restraints which are not installed or are Adjusting the head restraints adjusted incorrectly & WARNING Risk of injury from adjusting If head restraints are not installed or are the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in adjusted incorrectly, the head restraints can‐...
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Seats and stowing high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries. Do not repeatedly switch on the seat heating. To protect against overheating, the seat heating may be temporarily deactivated after it is switched on repeatedly. * NOTE Damage to the seats caused by To raise: pull the head restraint up.
Seats and stowing To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ To switch off/reduce the level: press but‐ repeatedly until the desired heating repeatedly until the desired ventila‐ level is set. tion level is set. If all indicator lamps are off, the seat heating If all indicator lamps are off, the seat ventila‐...
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Seats and stowing Adjusting the steering wheel electrically steering wheel or the mirror and fasten your seat belt. The steering wheel can be adjusted when the power supply is switched off. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the seats are adjusted by children Children could become trapped if they adjust the seats, particularly when unattended.
Seats and stowing If the easy entry and exit feature is active, the Easy entry and exit feature Move the adjustment lever of the steer‐ steering wheel will move upwards or towards the ing wheel if there is a risk of becoming Using the easy entry and exit feature dashboard when: trapped by the steering wheel.
Seats and stowing Setting the easy entry and exit feature When leaving the vehicle, always take & WARNING Risk of entrapment when set‐ the SmartKey with you and lock the ting the seat with the memory function Multimedia system: vehicle. Vehicle î...
Seats and stowing seat, steering wheel and outside mirrors are There is a risk of injury, particularly in the in the stored position. event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Always stow objects in such a way that Stowage areas they cannot be thrown around.
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Seats and stowing The driving characteristics of your vehicle are Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior Always stow objects in such a way that dependent on the distribution of the load within they cannot be tossed about in these or Overview of the front stowage compart‐...
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Seats and stowing Locking/unlocking the glove box Extending/retracting the cargo compart‐ Do not place any objects above the ment cover lower edge of the side windows or on the cargo compartment cover. & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to objects being poorly secured On its own, the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects,...
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Seats and stowing To retract: unhook cargo compartment For safety reasons, always use a partition net From the vehicle interior, insert hooks cover from holders on the left-hand and when transporting a load. into upper holders and turn back by 90°. Upper tensioning hook stretches the par‐...
Seats and stowing To loosen and detach: turn back hooks Only use the cup holder for containers Close the lockable stowage spaces by 90° and detach from upper holder 2. of the right size. before starting a journey. Detach hooks from lower holders 5.
Seats and stowing Remove holder to be able to use the Ashtray and cigarette lighter entire cup holder. Store holder and ash‐ Using the ashtray tray in a suitable place. Comply with the loading guidelines ( page 80). * NOTE Damage to the stowage compart‐ ment under the ashtray due to intense Using the cigarette lighter in the front center heat...
Seats and stowing The 12 V socket is only available on vehicles with Never leave children unattended in the Sockets an ashtray and a cigarette lighter in the stowage vehicle. Using the 12 V socket under the armrest compartment under the armrest. Requirements: Requirements: Only connect devices up to a maximum of...
Seats and stowing Installing/removing the floor mats & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects in the driver's footwell Objects in the driver's footwell may impede pedal travel or block a depressed pedal. This jeopardizes the operating and road safety of the vehicle. Stow all objects in the vehicle securely so that they cannot get into the driver's footwell.
Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on or off Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the parking lights is deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low beam indicator lamp.
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Light and visibility Observe the notes on surround lighting Press the R button. Operating the combination switch for the lights page 93). Please observe the country-specific laws on the Automatic driving lights function use of rear fog lamps. The parking lights, low beam and daytime run‐ ning lamps are switched on automatically depending on the ignition status and the ambi‐...
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Light and visibility High-beam headlamps To indicate permanently: press the combi‐ The hazard warning lamps will switch on auto‐ nation switch beyond the point of resistance matically if: To switch on: turn the light switch to the in the direction of arrow or 4.
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Light and visibility The high beam switches off automatically in the In these or similar situations, the automatic following cases: high beam is not deactivated or is activated despite the presence of other road users. At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h). Always observe the traffic carefully and If other road users are detected.
Light and visibility Switching the daytime running lamps on/off vehicle is unlocked. When you start the vehicle, To switch on or off: press button – the surround lighting is deactivated and the accordingly. Multimedia system: automatic driving lights are activated. Vehicle ÷...
Light and visibility Moving the wiper arms to the change posi‐ ° Continuous wiping, slow Windshield wiper and windshield washer tion system ¯ Continuous wiping, fast Switch the ignition on and switch off again Switching the windshield wipers on/off Turn the combination switch to the correct immediately.
Light and visibility Set the wiper blade at an angle. Mirrors & WARNING Risk of accident due to mis‐ Pull the wiper blade out of the holder on the judgment of distances when using the Operating the outside mirrors wiper arm in the direction of the arrow. passenger mirror &...
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Light and visibility Folding the outside mirrors in/out Adjusting the outside mirrors The electrolyte is hazardous to health and Press button to select the outside causes irritation. It must not come into con‐ mirror to be adjusted. tact with your skin, eyes, respiratory organs or clothing or be swallowed.
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Light and visibility The inside rearview mirror and the outside mir‐ The front-passenger outside mirror will move Storing the parking position of the front- passenger outside mirror using reverse gear ror on the driver's side will automatically go into back to its original position in the following sit‐ anti-glare mode if light from a headlamp hits the uations: Storing...
Light and visibility Calling up Operating the sun visors Select the front-passenger outside mirror Using the single sun visor using button 2. Engage reverse gear. The front-passenger outside mirror will move to the stored parking position. Activating/deactivating the automatic mirror folding function Vehicles with an extendable sun visor: slide Multimedia system:...
Sets the temperature on the driver's filters recommended and approved by To switch on: set the airflow to level 1 or side Mercedes-Benz. Always have service work car‐ higher using the H button. _ Sets the air distribution ried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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100 Climate control Press the ¿ button. MEDIUM: medium airflow, standard setting b Defroster, middle and side air vents DIFFUSE: low airflow, slightly warmer and Switch off the A/C function only briefly other‐ draft-free setting wise the windows may fog up more quickly. Activating/deactivating the climate control synchronization function via the control Condensation may drip from the underside of...
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Climate control 101 Windows fogged up on the outside This could result in burns or frostbite in the Switch on the windshield wipers. immediate vicinity of the air vents. Press the à button. Make sure that all vehicle occupants always maintain a sufficient distance to the air vents.
102 Driving and parking Driving Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Switching the power supply or ignition on without starting the engine When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Keep the vehicle key out of reach of due to children left unattended in the children.
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Driving and parking 103 To switch on the ignition: press button in the multifunction display: start the vehicle twice. with the SmartKey ( page 104). The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster You can switch off the engine while driving light up.
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104 Driving and parking The exhaust gas flaps are opened (sporty Breaking-in notes To switch on the ignition characteristic) ( page 109). To start the engine To preserve the engine during the first 1,000 miles (1,500 km): Starting the vehicle using the SmartKey Shift the transmission to position j or i.
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Driving and parking 105 This also applies when the engine or parts of the This jeopardizes the operating and road & WARNING Risk of accident when switch‐ drivetrain have been replaced. safety of the vehicle. ing off the ignition when driving Please also observe the following breaking-in Stow all objects in the vehicle securely If you switch off the ignition while driving,...
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106 Driving and parking Open a window on the windward side of & WARNING Risk of skidding and of an & WARNING Risk of accident due to the the vehicle to ensure an adequate sup‐ accident due to shifting down on slippery brake system overheating ply of fresh air.
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Driving and parking 107 Carefully depress the brake pedal at the end * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor‐ of the journey and when starting the next engine when pulling away rect gearshifting journey If the engine speed is higher than the idle Do not warm up the engine while the...
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108 Driving and parking Information on the AMG ceramic high-per‐ If you switch on the HOLD function in transmis‐ You permanently activate manual gearshift‐ formance composite brake system sion position h or i, the engine will automati‐ ing. cally stop in the following situations: You pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle The brake system is designed for heavy loads.
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Driving and parking 109 Deactivating or activating the ECO start/ AMG Performance exhaust system Operating the AMG Performance exhaust stop function system Function of the AMG Performance exhaust system Changing the position of the exhaust gas flaps allows you to select the sound characteristics of the AMG Performance exhaust system: Closed exhaust gas flaps: comfort character‐...
You can obtain further information on servicing ation on a racetrack closed-off tracks. your vehicle from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Your vehicle may be used on both public roads Switching the vehicle off directly after opera‐...
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Driving and parking 111 Brake system Brakepad wear Visual assessment of the brake disc for The inner and outer brakepads may also suffer mechanical damage Notes on the brake system "tapered wear". This could lead to poor pedal Wear measurement using the indicator The brake system of your vehicle is designed for feel.
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112 Driving and parking When driving on a racetrack, make sure that the Observe the information on the cooling of com‐ Observe the following notes on changing a brake fluid is not more than 12 months old. ponents which are subject to loads when driving wheel: on a racetrack ( page 110).
Driving and parking 113 Vehicle measurements Notes on suspension components Check the tires regularly for signs of Even small changes to the suspension settings damage and replace any damaged tires Despite regular checks, and regardless of alter the driving characteristics of the vehicle. To immediately.
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114 Driving and parking A (Comfort): comfortable and economi‐ cally selected depending on the drive pro‐ The chassis has a particularly tight sus‐ cal driving style gram. pension and damping system. The steering, shift timing point and stabi‐ Glide mode is not available. C (Sport): sporty driving style lization functions are adapted to the B (Sport Plus): particularly sporty driving...
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Driving and parking 115 Selecting the drive program Configuring drive program I Displaying engine data Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Individual Select Engine Data. Select the individual setting. The values for engine output and engine tor‐ que may deviate from the nominal values.
116 Driving and parking Automatic transmission Never leave children and animals unat‐ tended in the vehicle. E-SELECT selector lever When leaving the vehicle, always take Function of the E-SELECT selector lever the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury Keep the SmartKey out of the reach of due to children left unattended in the children.
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Driving and parking 117 Engaging neutral N Engaging park position P engage transmission position h or k Depress the brake pedal and push the E- Observe the notes on parking the vehicle again. SELECT selector lever up or down to the first page 122).
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118 Driving and parking Rocking the vehicle free Manual gearshifting To permanently shift the gears manually in drive program = using the steering wheel Rocking the vehicle free can help to free a vehi‐ paddle shifters, select the M (Manual) set‐ cle that has become trapped in slush or snow.
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Driving and parking 119 To shift up: pull steering wheel paddle when the maximum engine speed is reached to shifter 2. protect the engine from overrevving. If you have activated manual gearshifting To shift down: pull steering wheel paddle with the button in the center console, the shifter 1.
120 Driving and parking The road's course is suitable, e.g. no steep Do not swallow fuel or let it come into & WARNING Risk of fire or explosion from uphill or downhill inclines or tight bends. contact with skin, eyes or clothing. electrostatic charge You are no longer depressing the accelerator Do not inhale fuel vapor.
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Driving and parking 121 Only refuel with low-sulfur unleaded * NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehi‐ * NOTE Fuel may spray out when you fuel. cles with a gasoline engine remove the fuel pump nozzle If you have accidentally refueled with the Only fill the fuel tank until the pump This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol.
122 Driving and parking Insert the fuel filler cap into bracket 2. On uphill or downhill gradients, turn Completely insert the pump nozzle into the the front wheels so that the vehicle tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel. rolls towards the curb if it starts moving.
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Driving and parking 123 Bring the vehicle to a standstill by applying Keep the vehicle key out of reach of & WARNING Risk of accident and injury the brake pedal. children. due to children left unattended in the On uphill or downhill gradients, turn the front vehicle wheels so that the vehicle rolls towards the * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to it...
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124 Driving and parking Doors which conform to the current U.S. these exhaust gases is hazardous to health safety standards. and can lead to poisoning. Requirements: Never leave the engine running in an The vehicle has been parked outside the enclosed space without sufficient venti‐...
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Driving and parking 125 Press and hold button 2, that you The remote control for the door drive is not wish to program. included in the scope of delivery of the Indicator lamp flashes yellow. garage door opener. Synchronizing the rolling code It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi‐...
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126 Driving and parking Please also read the operating instructions Hold remote control at the same angles for the door drive. at various distances in front of the inside rearview mirror. You should test every posi‐ Troubleshooting when programming the tion for at least 25 seconds before trying remote control another position.
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Driving and parking 127 Clearing the garage door opener memory Radio equipment approval numbers Radio equipment approval numbers Country Radio type approval number Egypt TAC.2511151293.WIR Andorra Australia R-NZ Barbados MED1578 Chile 2488/DFRS20576/F-74 European Brazil Union Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, Gibraltar isto é, não tem direito à...
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128 Driving and parking Electric parking brake Country Radio type approval number Country Radio type approval number Electric parking brake function (applying Mexico RCPGEMU15-0448 United ER41849/15 automatically) Arab Emi‐ Dealer No: DA35176/14 Monaco rates & WARNING Risk of accident and injury New Zea‐...
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Driving and parking 129 Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle Electric parking brake function (releasing Never leave children unattended in the automatically) stationary. vehicle. The electric parking brake is released when the When leaving the vehicle, always take This is the case if one of the following conditions following conditions are fulfilled: the key with you and lock the vehicle.
130 Driving and parking When the electric parking brake is released, the Push handle 1. Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended period red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica‐ in the instrument cluster goes out.
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Driving and parking 131 Information on radar and ultrasonic sensors Overview of driving systems and driving Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 149) safety systems Front and rear view camera ( page 152) Some driving and driving safety systems use radar or ultrasonic sensors to monitor the area In this section, you will find information about RACE START ( page 145)
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132 Driving and parking System limits If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is You can select between the following modes of ABS is active from speeds of approx. 5 mph activated: ® (8 km/h). BAS automatically boosts the brake pres‐ ®...
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Driving and parking 133 ® If the ÷ ESP ® warning lamp flashes in the Driving with ESP ® SPORT or with ESP ® deactiva‐ Characteristics when ESP is deactivated instrument cluster, one or several vehicle wheels ted requires an extremely qualified and experi‐ has reached its grip limit: enced driver.
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134 Driving and parking In deep snow. More drive torque is transferred to the wheel ® To activate ESP SPORT: press and hold or wheels with traction. display button until the road in button On sand or gravel. symbol lights up yellow. Spinning the wheels results in a cutting The ESP SPORT message is shown in the Activating/deactivating ESP...
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Driving and parking 135 Function of EBD (electronic brake force dis‐ If you do not react to the visual or acoustic warn‐ & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by tribution) ing, autonomous braking can be initiated in criti‐ limited detection performance of Active cal situations.
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136 Driving and parking The individual subfunctions are available in Autonomous braking function Situation-dependent braking assistance the following speed ranges: If the vehicle is traveling at speeds above Situation-dependent braking assistance may Distance warning function approximately 4 mph (7 km/h), the autono‐ intervene at speeds above approximately The distance warning function issues a warning mous braking function may intervene in the...
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Driving and parking 137 An obstacle is no longer detected in front of On bends with a tight radius. Cruise control is operated using the correspond‐ your vehicle. ing steering wheel buttons. You can store any speed above 19 mph (30 km/h) up to the maxi‐ Setting Active Brake Assist System limitations mum speed.
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138 Driving and parking doing so, you will make use of the engine's brak‐ Requirements: ing effect. This relieves the load on the brake ® must be activated, but not intervening. system and prevents the brakes from overheat‐ The driven speed is at least 19 mph ing and wearing too quickly.
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Driving and parking 139 To activate cruise control: press rocker Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC maintains the switch up (SET+) or down (SET-). set speed on free-flowing roads. If vehicles in Press rocker switch up (SET+).
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140 Driving and parking System limits & WARNING Risk of accident from acceler‐ & WARNING Risk of accident due to insuf‐ The system may be impaired or may not function ation or braking by Active Distance ficient deceleration by Active Distance in the following situations: Assist DISTRONIC Assist DISTRONIC...
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Driving and parking 141 Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is not being +) or down (SET-), or press rocker switch to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta‐ used to park the vehicle or to exit from a up (RES). Remove your foot from the acceler‐ tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles parking space.
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142 Driving and parking Press rocker switch up (SET+) or down Overview of Active Distance Assist & WARNING Risk of accident due to Active DISTRONIC displays in the instrument clus‐ (SET-) to the pressure point and hold. Distance Assist DISTRONIC still being The stored speed is increased or reduced in activated when you leave the driver's increments of 1 mph (1 km/h).
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Driving and parking 143 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC status dis‐ This gives you enough time to move your foot Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, play from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal speed stored, no vehicle detected (gray vehi‐ and depress it before the vehicle begins to roll cle symbol) away.
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144 Driving and parking System limits The electric parking brake is released. * NOTE Damage from automatic braking The HOLD function is only intended to provide Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti‐ If one of the following functions is switched assistance when driving and is not a sufficient vated.
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Driving and parking 145 The vehicle is secured with the electric park‐ and used on dedicated race circuits, not on The steering wheel is in the straight-ahead ing brake. public roads. position. Be sure to read the safety notes and infor‐ The vehicle is on level ground.
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146 Driving and parking In this phase you can adjust RACE START After using it several times in short succes‐ The following functions are available: depending on the road conditions: you can sion, RACE START is unavailable until a cer‐ ®...
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Driving and parking 147 access the drive program = (Individual) Extending and retracting the rear wing for Before entering a car wash, ensure that cleaning page 113). the rear wing is retracted. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped Requirements: Rear wing when extending and retracting the rear The ignition is switched on.
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148 Driving and parking To retract: press and hold display button 1. When you move the rear wing into the inclined AMG adaptive sport suspension system The rear wing will extend or retract. position, the rear axle output and the air resist‐ Function of AMG adaptive sport suspension ance increase.
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Driving and parking 149 Selecting the AMG adaptive sport suspen‐ The selected suspension setting is shown in sion system setting the multifunction display as a message: You can select from three different suspension AMG Suspension System COMFORT settings: AMG Suspension System SPORT COMFORT ensures a comfortable suspen‐...
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150 Driving and parking you the distance between your vehicle and a Orange warning display: obstacles at a detected obstacle visually and audibly. medium distance between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attention to the sur‐...
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Driving and parking 151 lier at a greater distance of approximately 3.3 ft Activating/deactivating Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (1.0 m) ( page 152). The Warn early setting is always active at * NOTE Risk of an accident from objects the rear of the vehicle. at close range System limits Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect...
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152 Driving and parking Adjusting the warning tones of Parking Activating/deactivating audio fadeout Assist PARKTRONIC You can specify whether the volume of a media Multimedia system: source in the multimedia system is to be reduced when Parking Assist PARKTRONIC gives Vehicle k Assistance an audible warning.
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Driving and parking 153 If the rear view camera is active and you shift from reverse gear to the drive position, the view automatically switches from the rear view camera to the front camera. The front camera and rear view camera are only an aid.
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154 Driving and parking System limits Have the display repaired or replaced if, for gue or increasing lapses in concentration on the example, pixel errors considerably restrict its part of the driver, it suggests taking a break. The cameras will not function or will only parti‐ use.
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Driving and parking 155 tion to this rest area. This function can be activa‐ In active driving situations, if you change ted and deactivated in the multimedia system. lanes and vary your speed frequently. If ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated, the Û The ATTENTION ASSIST tiredness or alertness symbol appears in the assistance graphic in the assessment is deleted and restarted when con‐...
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156 Driving and parking Select a suggested rest area: you are gui‐ Since Traffic Sign Assist also uses the data Warning when the maximum permissible speed is exceeded ded to the selected rest area. stored in the navigation system, it can update the display in the following situations without The system can warn you if you unintentionally detecting traffic signs:...
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Driving and parking 157 If there is glare, e.g. from oncoming traffic, Blind Spot Assist direct sunlight or reflections. Function of Blind Spot Assist If the windshield in the area of the multifunc‐ At speeds above approximately 18 mph tion camera is dirty, or if the camera is fog‐ (30 km/h), Blind Spot Assist uses two lateral, ged up, damaged or covered.
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158 Driving and parking other detected vehicles are indicated only by the System limits Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist flashing of the red warning lamp. The system may be limited in the following situa‐ Multimedia system: If you overtake a vehicle quickly, no warning is tions: Vehicle...
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Driving and parking 159 ally leaving your lane. You will be warned by System limitations If the roadway is very narrow and winding. means of a vibration in the steering wheel. The system may be impaired or may not function Sensitivity of Lane Keeping Assist You are warned by vibration pulses in the steer‐...
160 Driving and parking Vehicle towing instructions The vehicle is not suitable for the use of tow bar systems that are used for flat towing or dinghy towing, for example. Attaching and using tow bar systems can lead to damage on the vehicle. When you are towing a vehicle with tow bar sys‐...
Instrument Display and on-board computer 161 Instrument Display in the Widescreen Cock‐ The segments on speedometer indicate the Instrument Display overview system status for the following: & WARNING Risk of accident due to an Cruise control ( page 137) instrument display malfunction Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC page 139) If the Instrument Display has failed or mal‐...
162 Instrument Display and on-board computer ~ Rejects/ends a call Overview of the buttons on the steering & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ wheel ò Calls up the home screen ing the hood Touch Control multimedia system If you open the hood when the engine has % Back button overheated or during a fire in the engine compartment, you could come into contact...
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 163 Observe the legal requirements for the country When the on-board computer is being operated, Vehicles without Active Distance Assist in which you are currently driving when operat‐ different acoustic signals will sound as operating DISTRONIC: press the ò...
164 Instrument Display and on-board computer To exit a submenu: press back button on The following content can be displayed in Setting the area for additional values the left 1. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: Tachometer/date G-Meter Setting the design Engine data On-board computer: AMG TRACK PACE Designs Warm-up...
Instrument Display and on-board computer 165 Further displays on the multifunction display: Set a brightness value. Overview of displays on the multifunction The brightness of the Instrument Display will display Gearshift recommendation ( page 119) be adapted. é Parking Assist PARKTRONIC deactivated page 151) Menus and submenus ¯...
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166 Instrument Display and on-board computer Vehicles with a Widescreen Cockpit: Cool- Calling up displays on the Performance menu ant: coolant temperature display On-board computer: Calling up displays on the Assistance menu Performance On-board computer: To select a display: swipe upwards or down‐ wards on the left-hand Touch Control.
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 167 Warm-up (example) SETUP in Mercedes-AMG GT vehicles (example) G-meter (example) Boost pressure Drive system setting: While the vehicle is in motion, the G-meter Engine oil temperature Reduced/Moderate/Sport/Dynamic/Race shows the forces that are exerted on the vehicle Transmission oil temperature Suspension tuning: occupants both laterally and in the direction of...
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168 Instrument Display and on-board computer Displaying and starting RACE TIMER on the Performance menu On-board computer: Performance The following functions are possible in the RACE TIMER: Selecting displays and starting Stopping Starting a new lap Engine data (example) Displaying lap statistics Current power output Lap time Resetting...
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 169 To start a new lap: after the first stored lap, Select List. Calling up displays on the Trip menu press the left-hand Touch Control. The lap statistics will be displayed. On-board computer: Display the statistics for the next lap by swip‐ Select Lap.
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170 Instrument Display and on-board computer If there is only a small amount of fuel left in Press the left-hand Touch Control. the fuel tank, the display will show a vehicle Select Yes. being refueled instead of the range. Press the left-hand Touch Control. Trip computer From Start From Reset...
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 171 Calling up navigation instructions on the on- Road Not Mapped: the road is unknown, e.g. board computer for newly built roads. Route: no route could be calculated to On-board computer: the selected destination. Navigation Map: the map for the current location is not available.
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172 Instrument Display and on-board computer Select Yes. When you select a station from the memory pre‐ Operating media playback using the on- board computer sets, the preset will appear next to the station Press the left-hand Touch Control. name. When you select a saved station in the Route guidance will start.
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Instrument Display and on-board computer 173 Changing a media source wards on the left-hand touch control to and traffic conditions and operate the select the desired telephone number. Press the left-hand Touch Control. equipment with the vehicle stationary. Press the left-hand Touch Control. To select a media source: swipe upwards When using the phone, you must observe the The telephone number will be dialed.
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174 Instrument Display and on-board computer You may accept/reject the call using the 6 or ~ button on the steering wheel.
Voice Control System 175 Notes on operating safety also cause the driver to lose control of the Always stow objects so that they can‐ vehicle. not be thrown around in such situa‐ & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ tions. As the driver, only operate mobile com‐...
176 Voice Control System If you use the voice control system in an Press the rocker switch up: 6 makes/ emergency your voice can change and your accepts a call telephone call, e.g. an emergency call, can Press the rocker switch down: ~ rejects/ thereby be unnecessarily delayed.
Voice Control System 177 Operable functions Application-specific voice commands are Using the Voice Control System effectively only available for the active application. You can use the Voice Control System to operate Features of audible help functions the following equipment depending on the fea‐ Once the Voice Control System is started an You receive information and help for the follow‐...
178 Voice Control System avoid loud noises that cause interference do not use any abbreviations, unnecessary Essential voice commands while making a voice command entry, e.g. spaces or special characters. Overview of switch voice commands the blower. If a station list entry is not recognized: Switch voice commands can be used to open A voice tag in the address book is not recog‐...
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To switch to USB Memory card To switch to memory card Internet application <Name> To start a Mercedes-Benz online application. The application must be called up by touch once prior to use. Mercedes-Benz Apps To switch to Mercedes-Benz Apps To switch to Internet mode...
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180 Voice Control System Navigation voice commands Voice command Function Navigate to <Address/POI/Contact> Universal search for all types of destinations. A search is conducted in the address book contacts, the navigation database and on the Internet (POIs). The order of the details, e.g. city, street or house number, can be changed.
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Voice Control System 181 Voice command Function Enter country Enters a country/city/district/street/intersection/house number/ZIP code Enter city Enter district Enter street Enter intersection Enter house number Enter ZIP code Nearest restaurant Searches for nearby restaurants, parking lots, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations Nearest parking lot Nearest rest area with restrooms Nearest gas station...
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182 Voice Control System Voice command Function Restaurant at destination Searches for restaurants, parking options, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations at the desti‐ nation Parking at destination Rest area with restrooms at destination Gas station at destination Selects a destination from the list of last entered destinations Last destinations Alternative routes Switches route guidance to another route...
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Voice Control System 183 Overview of telephone voice commands You can use the telephone voice commands to make phone calls or search through the address book. Telephone voice commands Voice command Function Call <Name> Makes a phone call. All address book names are available. Search for contact <Name>...
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184 Voice Control System Radio voice commands Voice command Function Station <Name> To call up receivable or saved stations To enter a frequency directly <Frequency> Next station To switch to the next available station Previous station To switch to the previous station Save station To save a station in the station list Show station list...
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Voice Control System 185 Overview of media player voice commands Media player voice commands can also be used when the media player is running in the back‐ ground. Media player voice commands Voice command Function Play <Tracks> The names of all available tracks, albums, artists, composers, genres or playlists are accepted dur‐ ing the search.
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186 Voice Control System Voice command Function Show all albums Available albums, artists, composers, genres, tracks or playlists are searched for. Show all artists Show all composers Show all genres Show all tracks Show all playlists To select the next track Next track Previous track To select the previous track...
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Voice Control System 187 Message voice commands Voice command Function Text message to <Name> To create a message. All address book names are available. To reply to a message Reply Forward text message To forward a message Overview of vehicle voice commands You can use the vehicle voice commands to directly call up the corresponding menus for the vehicle settings.
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188 Voice Control System Voice command Function Outside temperature To display the outside temperature Engine data To display engine data Consumption menu To display consumption To display vehicle data Vehicle data...
Multimedia system 189 Press the display button: switches the multi‐ Overview and operation media system on/off Overview of the multimedia system Touchpad & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ mation systems and communications equipment If you operate information and communica‐ tion equipment integrated in the vehicle when driving, you will be distracted from the traffic situation.
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190 Multimedia system display may then switch off completely for a Central control elements overview Press the rocker switch up or down: increa‐ while. ses or decreases the volume ( page 195) Display button shows volume, current vol‐ If you are wearing polarized sunglasses, it ume when setting the volume or mute may be difficult to read the display.
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Multimedia system 191 Touch Control To select a menu item: swipe up, down, left or right on Touch Control 2. Operating Touch Control Press Touch Control 2. To move the digital map: swipe in any direction. Setting the sensitivity for the Touch Control Multimedia system: System w Input...
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192 Multimedia system Turn 3 counter-clockwise or clockwise. Slide 1 left or right. Slide 4 up or down. Slide 2 diagonally. Press 7 briefly or press and hold. Touchpad Operating the touchpad Requirements: The multimedia system is equipped with a touchpad.
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Multimedia system 193 Setting the sensitivity for the touchpad Activating/deactivating haptic operating Calls up main functions and favorites feedback on the touchpad Multimedia system: Touchpad Multimedia system: System w Input You can navigate in menus and lists via touch- System w Input Select Touchpad...
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194 Multimedia system To hide the control menu: swipe down with delete favorites ( page 195). Select a category. two fingers. The swipe must start in the The favorites are displayed. reset all favorites ( page 195) upper area of the touchpad. Select a favorite.
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Multimedia system 195 Select Rename. To delete: select Delete. You will also hear traffic announcements and navigation announcements even when the Enter the characters. Select Yes. sound is muted. To confirm the entry: select ¡. To restore all favorites: select Reset All.
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196 Multimedia system Adjust this in the following situations: Setting with the rocker switch on the multi‐ Setting in the menu media system during a traffic announcement Select System in the multimedia system. during a navigation announcement Select Audio. The volume of the navigation announce‐ Select a volume setting.
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Multimedia system 197 On the Touch Control and controller (if Entering characters on the touchpad and traffic conditions and operate the Requirements: available): select the characters in the char‐ equipment with the vehicle stationary. acter bar. The entered or selected character should be You must observe the legal requirements for the Depending on the target entry, the following read out: the handwriting recognition read-...
198 Multimedia system To select a character suggestion: swipe up Select Additional Disp. Area. System settings or down on the touchpad. The following display content can be selected: Display Resume character input. Dynamic Configuring display settings To enter a space: swipe right when the cur‐ Navigation Map Multimedia system: sor is located in the input line.
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Multimedia system 199 Setting the time zone Manually Confirm changes when exiting the menu. Multimedia system: Deactivate ª Automatic Daylight Saving The date is set automatically via GPS. System & Time and Date Time. Time Zone: Select Daylight Saving Time. Bluetooth ®...
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200 Multimedia system Wi-Fi The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is Bluetooth ® is a registered trademark of Blue‐ made via a security key. tooth Special Interest Group (SIG) Inc. Wi-Fi connection overview ® Internet connection via Bluetooth is not You can use Wi-Fi to establish a connection with Setting up Wi-Fi available in all countries.
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Multimedia system 201 The type of connection established must be Using a WPS PIN Activate ¥ Connect AutomaticallyO. selected on the multimedia system and on the Highlight a Wi-Fi network in the list. To connect: highlight a Wi-Fi network in the device to be connected.
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202 Multimedia system Select Set Up Hotspot. Connecting using a security key The COMAND Touch app is installed on the external device (e.g. tablet or smartphone). Highlight Connect Device to Vehicle Hotspot. Select Connect Device to Vehicle Hotspot. A security key is displayed. Wi-Fi is activated ( page 200) and the mul‐...
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Multimedia system 203 Authorizing a connected device Activating/deactivating child safety lock Setting the system language Multimedia system: Select Authorize a New Device. Multimedia system: System Language The devices already connected are displayed. System Parental Control Set the language. Select Continue Using Connected Devices.
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System PIN Protection medium when data is being exported. data has been imported. Current vehicle settings can be edited after Setting the PIN Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of the import. data. Select PIN. Exporting Enter a four-digit PIN.
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Alternatively, you can have PIN protection when the ignition is switched on. Navigation and traffic information reset at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ Automatic synchronization The settings differ depending on the vehicle ter. Each time the ignition is switched off or on, the equipment.
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206 Multimedia system A Mercedes me account exists at http:// Setting user profile options Software update www.mercedes.me. Multimedia system: Source of the Update type System g Personalization Personalization service is active. update Highlight a profile. Multimedia system: Updates via mobile Navigation map, sys‐...
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Further information about software updates can later time ( page 207). Activating the software update be found at http://me.mercedes-benz.com Restart the system. If the download is completed and the update is Performing a software update ready for installation, you will be informed of this...
If you have forgotten your PIN, an authorized Please note: Use AMG TRACK PACE only on resolve the problem. Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate the closed off routes outside the public traffic area. PIN protection for you. Adapt your driving style to your personal per‐...
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Multimedia system 209 Setting Track Race The distance and direction to the starting Select a desired lap. line of the track is displayed. The analysis is displayed. Multimedia system: Select the desired track. Vehicle TRACK PACE Track Race If you have already driven on this track, you can select a driven time as a reference time.
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210 Multimedia system Steering angle Quarter-mile race Engine speed Select a track. Select Quarter Mile. The time measurement runs until a mile has Engine oil/tire temperature Highlight the desired recording. been traveled or a previously set distance Based on the analysis you can check and opti‐ Select Ü...
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Multimedia system 211 Measuring braking The measurements can be displayed by cate‐ The time can range from a minimum of gory, e.g. acceleration measurements, by 30 seconds to a maximum of 20 minutes. Select Braking. applying a filter. Select Start Record.
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212 Multimedia system Tracks, laps and times driven are assigned to Select the TRACK PACE app. Activating/deactivating additional informa‐ tion the active driver profile while driving. For an Already authorized devices are displayed in exact evaluation of your driving style, you the list.
Multimedia system 213 If a climate control setting is changed, a cli‐ Multimedia system: Navigation mate bar appears briefly. Navigation Switching navigation on Multimedia system: Showing/hiding the navigation menu Navigation Requirements: The map displays the current vehicle posi‐ tion. To show: swipe left on the touchpad or the Touch Control.
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There are two available methods of destination The service has been activated at an author‐ entry: If you operate information and communica‐ ized Mercedes-Benz Center. tion equipment integrated in the vehicle Free search when driving, you will be distracted from the...
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Multimedia system 215 Enter these address elements, for example: Press and hold: deletes the entire entry. City, street, house number To set the language: select B 8. If the top line of the character bar is highligh‐ ted, navigate upwards. Street, city Select the language.
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216 Multimedia system Enter the city or the ZIP code. The functions are described in the free Selecting previous destinations During destination entry, suggestions are search. Multimedia system: made by the multimedia system. A selection Navigation To change the state/province: select the of destinations appears in a list.
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Multimedia system 217 position. The list is sorted by distance in Example: setting the search position for the Select Yes. parking category during active route guid‐ ascending order. The automatic gas station search begins. The ance available gas stations along the route or in The POIs show the following information: the vicinity of the vehicle's current position Select...
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218 Multimedia system If there are already four intermediate des‐ Editing intermediate destinations Select ¥ Delete. Requirements: tinations: select in the prompt. Calculating a route with intermediate desti‐ The selected gas station is entered into posi‐ The destination and at least one intermediate nations tion 1 of the intermediate destinations menu.
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Multimedia system 219 Multimedia system: Entering geo-coordinates Searching for a destination using 3 word Multimedia system: addresses is not possible in all countries. Navigation Navigation Multimedia system: ¬ Previous and Other Destinations ¬ Previous and Other Destinations Contacts Navigation ª Enter Destination Geo-coordinates Select the contact.
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220 Multimedia system Spanish: suertes.diga.pesca Slide the controller in any direction. Showing traffic messages in the vicinity of the map The map moves in the corresponding direc‐ 3 word addresses are unique, easy to tion under the crosshair. The more you move Select Traffic Messages for the Vicinity.
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Multimedia system 221 destinations are deleted. Route guidance to Select the route type. the new destination begins. If route guidance is active, the new route is Slide the controller down. calculated with the new route type. Select the POI category. Set as Next Way Point: the selected destina‐...
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222 Multimedia system Ask in the Event of Traffic Jam Avoidance Selecting route options Using carpool lanes be selected. Multimedia system: Select Number of Occupants in the Vehicle. Navigation À Route and Position Automatic Traffic Jam Avoidance Ask in Select number. the Event of Traffic Jam Avoidance settings are Avoid Options...
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Multimedia system 223 The multimedia system announces the Selecting an alternative route The prompt Reserve Fuel Do you want to start a names of the roads that will follow the Multimedia system: search for surrounding gas stations? appears. upcoming change of direction. Navigation À...
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224 Multimedia system Select Yes. Route guidance The road and traffic rules and regulations always The service station search starts. The availa‐ have priority over multimedia system driving Notes on route guidance ble service stations along the route or in the instructions.
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Multimedia system 225 Incomplete digital map data There are three phases when changing direction: drops down to 0 feet (0 m) and the current vehicle position symbol has reached the Preparation phase Notes on GPS reception highlighted change-of-direction point. The correct function of the navigation system If there is enough time between the changes When the change of direction is complete, depends amongst other things on GPS recep‐...
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226 Multimedia system Possible lane To switch off: press the volume control on the multifunction steering wheel during a In this lane, you will only be able to complete navigation announcement ( page 195). the next change of direction. Voice Guidance has been deactivated. Lane not recommended message appears.
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Multimedia system 227 Select õ Audio. The minimum volume can be individually set Multimedia system: at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Navigation Select Navigation and Traffic Announce- Via system settings: select System. ments. Select ! Voice Guidance Switch Voice Guidance During Call on O or Select õ...
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228 Multimedia system You can enter geo-coordinates or a three word When the vehicle is back on a road known to the Destination address for off-road destinations on the map. multimedia system, route guidance continues as Saving the current vehicle position Route guidance guides you for as long as possi‐...
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Highlight one of the previous destinations. destination. Route guidance begins. Mercedes-Benz Apps A destination has been received with pic‐ To save as a favorite: select ¥ Save My Door-to-door navigation with Companion app...
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230 Multimedia system There may be differences between the traffic Displaying subscription information via an MB Info call to the Mercedes-Benz Requirements: reports received and the actual road and traffic Customer Assistance Center conditions. The vehicle is equipped with Live Traffic Displaying the traffic map Important information on Live Traffic Informa‐...
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Multimedia system 231 roadworks played on the map. A warning message When a traffic report symbol is under the may also be issued ( page 232). crosshair, press on the central control ele‐ road blocks ment. warning messages Displaying traffic incidents The traffic report details are displayed.
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232 Multimedia system Issuing hazard warnings Map and compass • Filters the display of POIs in the vicinity Multimedia system: according to POI category Map and compass overview Navigation Z Options Switches the display of personal POI sym‐ Announcements bols on the map on or off Switches one of the following displays on or Activate O Announce Traffic...
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The map menu appears. The service has been activated at an You can set the unit of measurement of the In map menu , select N, authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. page 232). map scale ( page 203). Further information can be found at: http://...
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User Defined: select categories. can be received Mercedes-Benz Center. The POI symbols of the selected categories are displayed O or not displayed ª. When the map is moved, this information Overview of avoiding an area does not appear.
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To change: swipe up or down on the Touch Map data update overview To search for an area using an address: Control or the touchpad. Updating at the authorized Mercedes-Benz select Address Entry. Center Enter the address.
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Further information on the online map update is The activation code can be used for one vehi‐ available at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Setting the map scale automatically or at http://www.mercedes.me. Multimedia system: The activation code is not transferable...
The service is available. Calling up information on navigation Multimedia system: Multimedia system: The service has been activated at an author‐ Navigation Z Options ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Navigation Z Options Map Content Navigation Info Further information can be found at: http:// Switch Satellite Map on O or off ª.
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Further information can be obtained from an If you cannot be sure of this, stop the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: http:// vehicle whilst paying attention to road www.mercedes-benz.com/connect. and traffic conditions and operate the equipment with the vehicle stationary.
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Multimedia system 239 Telephone menu overview ® Contacts page 244) Options Bluetooth device name of the currently Symbols are not shown until after a connected mobile phone Recent Calls page 246) mobile phone has been connected to the multi‐ Signal strength of the mobile phone network Text Message media system.
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240 Multimedia system ® Information on telephony ® Bluetooth profile overview Connecting a mobile phone (Bluetooth tel‐ ephony) The following situations can lead to the call ® Function Bluetooth profile Requirements: being disconnected while the vehicle is in of the mobile phone motion: Bluetooth ®...
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Multimedia system 241 If the codes match: confirm the code on Multimedia system: A mobile phone can be operated both as an the mobile phone. audio source as well as telephone in parallel. Phone ª Devices It is possible at any future point to change Connecting a mobile phone (authorization by Select Connect New...
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242 Multimedia system Multimedia system: If a new mobile phone is connected and defined as Phone 1, for example, this over‐ Phone ª Devices writes the previously connected mobile In the device overview, select a mobile phone phone in the foreground of the system. which has already been authorized and set Phone 1 Phone...
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Set the volume. call: Further information on the recommended recep‐ Calls End Call tion and transmission volume: http:// Make Additional Call www.mercedes-benz.com/connect Using the telephone Multimedia system: Keyboard (show to send DTMF tones) Adjusting the call and ringtone volume Phone ª...
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244 Multimedia system Switching between calls Select Accept. Contacts loaded from the mobile phone: The incoming call is active. 3,000 entries Select call #. The selected call is active. The other call is If only one mobile phone is connected with From the contacts menu, you can perform the on hold.
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Multimedia system 245 Manually geo-coordinates Source Requirements Deactivate ª Synchronize Contacts Auto- Internet address If the sending of ñ Bluetooth ® con‐ matically. Editing the format of a contact's name ® nection vCards via Bluetooth Select Synchronize Contacts. Multimedia system: is supported, vCards Phone Z Options...
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246 Multimedia system Saving a mobile phone contact Depending on the stored data, the following Call list Multimedia system: options are available: Call list overview Phone ª Contacts Call Depending on whether your mobile phone sup‐ Select the mobile phone contact ó. ®...
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Bluetooth ® (The text messages are not displayed capable mobile phones from an authorized Phone i Text Message automatically.) Mercedes-Benz Center or at: http:// Select Write New Text Message. www.mercedes-benz.com/connect Select an option. Adding a recipient...
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To replace a message: select Replace mes- Open the text message. sage. Overview of Mercedes-Benz Link The text that has been dictated and shown Select p. on the display is reset and can be dictated & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐...
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Using Mercedes-Benz Link Disconnect the connecting cable between Requirements: the Mercedes-Benz Link control box and the Using Mercedes-Benz Link, various functions multimedia system. The Mercedes-Benz Link control box is con‐ and selected mobile phone apps can be transfer‐...
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250 Multimedia system The availability of Apple CarPlay ® may vary The iPhone ® is connected to the multimedia Only operate this equipment when the according to the country. system via the USB port ç using a suita‐ traffic situation permits. ble cable ( page 268).
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® Exiting Apple CarPlay Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting operating the multimedia system. Press the ò button on the multifunction the connecting cable only when the vehicle is Mobile phone functions can be used with stationary.
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252 Multimedia system Information on Android Auto If there was no prior Internet connection, this Starting manually While using Android Auto, various functions of is established with the use of the mobile Select the mobile phone from the device list. the multimedia system, for example the media phone with Android Auto.
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Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting This has no connection to the vehicle identifica‐ the connecting cable only when the vehicle is tion number (VIN) and is deleted when the multi‐...
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An emergency call can be initiated even if a Then, you can select a service and be con‐ breakdown assistance or MB Info call is active. nected to a specialist at the Mercedes-Benz This has priority over all other active calls. Customer Center.
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Transferred data during a Mercedes me call via the voice control system and no service has automatically to the Mercedes-Benz Customer The data transferred during a Mercedes me call been activated, but the data protection query Center.
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256 Multimedia system Mercedes me connect You can call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Cen‐ cle to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz ter using the multimedia system ( page 254). Center Notes on Mercedes me connect Please note that Mercedes me connect is a You may be charged for these services.
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258) or manually ( page 258). Only make emergency calls if you or others are in The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is The ignition must be switched on before an auto‐ need of rescue. available for at least ten years starting from the matic emergency call can be made.
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If no connection can be made to the emergency A message with accident data is transmitted Requirements services either, a corresponding message to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. appears in the media display. The ignition is switched on. The Mercedes-Benz emergency call center...
Multimedia system 259 Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emer‐ SA's Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR- Online and Internet functions gency call system MERC. Internet connection In the event of an automatic or manual emer‐ For Canada, please contact MBC's Customer...
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The data volume must be purchased via operating mobile communication equipment in Mercedes me connect. the vehicle. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen‐ The Internet functions can only be used to a limi‐ ted degree whilst driving. ter to find out whether it is possible to pur‐...
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Multimedia system 261 Connection status In the case of a connection via the communi‐ Operating Mercedes-Benz Apps using voice control cation module the following status informa‐ Connection status overview tion is shown: Requirements: Type of network The registration for the use of Mercedes- Benz Apps has been completed.
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262 Multimedia system Web browser Multimedia system: Web browser overview Connect z Browser Calling up a web page z Enter URL & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor‐ Enter a web address. mation systems and communications The function is country-dependent. equipment To finish the entry and call up the web‐...
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Multimedia system 263 Calling up web browser options Deleting browser data Creating a bookmark Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Select Add New Bookmark. Connect z Browser Connect z Browser Enter a URL and a name. Z Options Z Options Delete Browser Data Select ¡.
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The services are country-dependent. Enter a station name using the entry field. For more information, consult an authorized A relatively large volume of data can be Mercedes-Benz Center. transmitted when using Internet radio. Multimedia system: Saving/deleting an Internet radio station as Radio Þ...
Multimedia system 265 Press and hold the central control element Setting Internet radio options traffic conditions. This could also cause you until an audible signal sounds. Multimedia system: to lose control of the vehicle. The ß symbol appears by the station Radio Þ...
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266 Multimedia system Supported formats: FLAC ALAC Observe the following notes: Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and logotype, Due to the large variety of available "Powered by Gracenote", MusicID and Playlist music files regarding encoders, sampling Plus are either registered trademarks or trade‐ rates and data rates, playback cannot marks of Gracenote, Inc.
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Multimedia system 267 "Made for iPod", and "Made for iPhone," mean sure that you know about the applicable copy‐ Remove the SD card after use and take that an electronic accessory has been designed right regulations and that you comply with these. it out of the vehicle.
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268 Multimedia system Overview of the audio mode Connecting USB devices Active data storage medium Media Sources Album cover Sound * NOTE Damage caused by high tempera‐ Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) tures Track number and number of tracks in the Options High temperatures can damage USB devices.
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Multimedia system 269 The multimedia connection unit is found in the Selecting playback options To pause playback: select and confirm stowage compartment under the armrest and Multimedia system: Y with the central control element. has two USB ports. The Ë symbol is displayed. Media Z Options Depending on the vehicle's equipment, addi‐...
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270 Multimedia system The multimedia system supports the following formats: MPEG AVI, DivX, MKV MP4, M4V If the vehicle is traveling faster than 3 mph (5 km/h) the video image is hidden from the driver. If available, the channel and program information is continuously displayed.
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Multimedia system 271 Overview of video mode Activating/deactivating full-screen mode Active data storage medium Media Sources Multimedia system: Album cover Sound Media à Media Sources Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) Select a data storage medium. Track number and number of tracks in the Options track list Playable video files are played back.
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272 Multimedia system To deactivate full-screen mode: press the Media search The categories are available as soon as the touchpad. entire media content has been read in and Starting the media search analyzed. Multimedia system: Changing video settings Multimedia system: Media ª...
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Multimedia system 273 Switching to Media Interface Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Connect a data storage medium to the USB port ( page 268). Select a media device. Playable music files are played back. Overview of Media Interface...
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274 Multimedia system Active data storage medium Album cover Artist, track and album Track number and number of tracks in the track list Search Playback Control Media Sources Sound Full Screen (video playback only) Options Bluetooth ® audio Information about Bluetooth ®...
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Multimedia system 275 ® Bluetooth audio overview Bluetooth ® is activated on the multimedia Active data storage medium Media Sources system and audio equipment ( page 200). Album cover Sound The audio equipment supports the Blue‐ Track, artist, album Full Screen (video playback only) tooth ®...
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Device-specific information on authorizing ® and connecting Bluetooth -capable mobile ® Selecting previously authorized Bluetooth phones can be obtained at http:// audio equipment www.mercedes-benz.com/connect or from Select ¥. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select a Bluetooth ® audio device.
Multimedia system 277 Searching for a music track on the Blue‐ Radio ® tooth audio device Switching on the radio Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Radio á Bluetooth Audio Open the application in the multimedia sys‐ Select ª. tem.
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278 Multimedia system Radio overview Active frequency band Options Station name or set frequency Artist, title, album and radio text Station list Presets Radio Source Sound...
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Multimedia system 279 Switching the HD Radio function on/off Setting the waveband Searching for radio stations using station names or direct frequency entry Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Z Options HD Radio Radio Þ Radio Source Radio è è...
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These include environmental or topographical Activate O or deactivate ª the function. conditions beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz You can also have the satellite service acti‐ USA, LLC. Thus, operation at certain locations vated online. To do so, please visit http:// Satellite radio may not be possible.
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Multimedia system 281 Overview of the satellite radio Selecting a satellite radio category Active frequency band Presets Multimedia system: Logo or cover picture for the song (if availa‐ Radio Source Radio Þ Radio Source ble) Sound SiriusXM Radio Category Playback Control è...
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282 Multimedia system Selecting a satellite radio channel Displaying EPG information for the current Music and sport alerts function channel Multimedia system: This function enables you to program an alert for Multimedia system: your favorite artists, tracks or sporting events. Radio Þ...
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Multimedia system 283 Mark All Entries Information on Smart Favorites and Tune Activating/deactivating TuneStart Start Multimedia system: Unmark All Entries Stations in the station presets can be added as Radio Z Options TuneStart Delete This Entry Smart Favorites. Smart Favorites stations are Activate O or deactivate ª...
284 Multimedia system Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass set‐ ® Burmester surround sound system Sound tings Tone settings Information about the Burmester ® surround Multimedia system: sound system Information about the sound system Media à Sound Equalizer ® The Burmester surround sound system has a The sound system has a total output of 100 W Select Treble,...
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Multimedia system 285 Adjusting the treble, mid and bass settings ® equipped with 11 speakers. It is available for all Adjusting the balance in the Burmester sur‐ ® functions in the radio and media modes. on the Burmester surround sound system round sound system Multimedia system: Multimedia system:...
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286 Multimedia system Adjusting the treble, mid-range and bass set‐ ® Selecting the sound profile in the Adjusting the balance in the Burmester ® ® tings on the Burmester high-end Surround high-end Surround sound system Burmester high-end Surround sound sys‐ sound system Multimedia system: Multimedia system:...
Maintenance and care 287 workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always observe the prescribed service Center. intervals. Function of the ASSYST PLUS service interval display Always have the prescribed service Displaying the service due date work carried out at a qualified specialist The ASSYST PLUS service interval display on the workshop.
288 Maintenance and care frequent operation in mountainous terrain or Engine compartment & WARNING Danger of burns when open‐ on poor road surfaces ing the hood Opening/closing the hood when the engine is often left idling for long If you open the hood when the engine has periods &...
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Maintenance and care 289 Never touch the danger zone surround‐ Allow the engine to cool down and only ing moving component parts, e.g. the touch component parts described in rotation area of the fan. the following. Remove jewelry and watches. &...
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290 Maintenance and care Engine oil Checking the engine oil level using the oil dipstick & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ ponent parts in the engine compartment Certain components in the engine compart‐ ment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.
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Maintenance and care 291 Slowly slide oil dipstick into the guide Allow the engine to cool down and only Do not alter the engine oil or oil filter in tube to the stop, and take it out again after touch component parts described in order to achieve longer change intervals approximately three seconds.
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292 Maintenance and care Checking coolant level & WARNING Risk of burns from hot com‐ ponent parts in the engine compartment Certain components in the engine compart‐ ment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system. Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
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0.6 in (1.5 cm) over marker bar 2. compartment, you could come into contact If necessary, add coolant that has been with hot gases or other escaping operating approved for Mercedes-Benz. fluids. Further information on coolant Before opening the hood, allow the page 357).
294 Maintenance and care Keeping the air-water duct free the SmartKey is at a minimum distance of * NOTE Damage due to unsuitable car 10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle, otherwise wash Keep the area between the hood and the the tailgate could open unintentionally.
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Maintenance and care 295 Observe the information on the correct dis‐ Components damaged in this way may fail tance in the equipment manufacturer's oper‐ unexpectedly. ating instructions. Do not use high-pressure cleaning Do not point the nozzle of the power washer equipment with round-spray nozzles to directly at sensitive parts such as tires, slits, clean your vehicle.
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296 Maintenance and care Notes on paintwork/matte finish paintwork care Observe the following information: Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage Paintwork Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the Do not attach stickers, films or similar. treated areas afterwards. Remove dirt immediately, where possible.
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Maintenance and care 297 Cleaning and care Avoiding paintwork damage Matte finish Only use care products approved for Mercedes-Benz. Do not polish the vehicle and alloy wheels. Only use car washes that correspond to the latest engi‐ neering standards. Do not use car wash programs with a final hot wax treat‐...
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Chemical cleaning agents If there is dirt on the finish or if the decorative foil is dull: use the Paint Cleaner recommended and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Oily products Insect remains: soak with insect remover and rinse off the treated Do not use polish on matte decorative foil.
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Windows Clean windows inside and outside with a damp cloth and with Do not use dry cloths or abrasive or solvent-based cleaning a cleaning agent recommended for Mercedes-Benz. agents to clean the inside of windows. Wiper blades Fold out the wiper blades and clean them using a damp cloth.
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300 Maintenance and care Notes on cleaning and care Avoiding vehicle damage Exterior lighting Clean the lenses with a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable e.g. car shampoo. for plastic lenses. Sensors Clean the sensors in the front and rear bumper and in the When using a power washer, maintain a minimum distance of...
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Clean with a damp microfiber cloth. Do not attach stickers, films or similar materials. For heavy soiling: use care product recommended for Do not allow cosmetics, insect repellent or sun cream to Mercedes-Benz. come in contact with the plastic trim.
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Do not allow the leather to become too damp. seat covers Leather care: use leather care agents that have been rec‐ Do not use a microfiber cloth. ommended for Mercedes-Benz. DINAMICA seat cov‐ Clean with a damp cloth. Do not use a microfiber cloth.
Breakdown assistance 303 the maximum permissible number of washes Emergency is exceeded Removing the safety vest the fluorescence has faded The safety vests are located in front door stow‐ age compartments 1. Flat tire Notes on flat tires & WARNING Risk of accident due to a flat tire Maximum number of washes A flat tire severely affects the driving charac‐...
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304 Breakdown assistance Notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat tire) Observe the information and warning After driving in emergency mode have notes on MOExtended tires (run-flat the rims checked by a qualified special‐ & WARNING Risk of accident when driving tires). ist workshop with regard to their further in emergency mode use.
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Breakdown assistance 305 Driving distance possible in emergency TIREFIT kit storage location You can use TIREFIT tire sealant to seal perfora‐ mode after the pressure loss warning: tion damage of up to 0.16 in (4 mm), particularly those in the tire contact surface. You can use Load condition Driving distance pos‐...
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306 Breakdown assistance Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the & WARNING Risk of injury and poisoning * NOTE Overheating due to the tire infla‐ instrument cluster within the driver's field of from tire sealant tion compressor running too long vision.
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Breakdown assistance 307 Push the plug of hose into flange Press on and off switch on the tire infla‐ If, after ten minutes, a tire pressure of 200 kPa (29 psi (2.0 bar)) has not been tire sealant bottle until the plug engages. tion compressor.
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Have the tire sealant bottle disposed of Do not exceed the maximum speed professionally, e.g. at an authorized limit with a tire that has been repaired In cases such as the one mentioned above, con‐ Mercedes-Benz Center. using tire sealant. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or...
Work carried out incorrectly on the battery release button next to manometer 2. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends can, for example, lead to a short circuit. This can lead to function restrictions in safety-rel‐ that you only use batteries which have been tes‐...
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310 Breakdown assistance Benz. These batteries provide increased impact Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or protection to prevent vehicle occupants from clothing. suffering acid burns should the battery be dam‐ Do not lean over the battery. aged in the event of an accident. Dispose of batteries in an Do not inhale battery gases.
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Never place metal objects or tools on a Alternatively: connect the battery to a bat‐ battery. tery charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or When connecting and disconnecting the consult a qualified specialist workshop to battery, you must observe the descri‐...
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312 Breakdown assistance All vehicles When giving starting assistance, always & WARNING Risk of explosion from a fro‐ make sure that you only connect bat‐ zen battery * NOTE Damage caused by numerous or tery terminals with identical polarity. A discharged battery may freeze at tempera‐ extended attempts to start the engine During starting assistance, you must tures slightly above or below freezing point.
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The transmission is in position j. Only use battery chargers tested and The ignition and all electrical consumers are approved for Mercedes-Benz. switched off. Read the battery charger's operating instruc‐ The hood is open. tions before charging the battery.
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During the charging process: start the Replacing the 12 V battery approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. charging process. Observe the notes on the 12 V battery Carry over detachable parts, such as vent...
Permitted towing methods You will no longer be able to steer the vehicle Observe the instructions and notes on Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your if the steering wheel lock is engaged. towing away. vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than towing it away.
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316 Breakdown assistance Towing the vehicle with both axles on the the permissible gross mass of your own * NOTE Damage due to towing away at ground vehicle. excessively high speeds or over long dis‐ tances Observe the notes on the permitted towing If a vehicle must be tow-started or towed away, methods ( page 315).
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Breakdown assistance 317 Do not activate the HOLD function. board electrical system with power Make sure that the steering wheel can page 313). Deactivate Active Brake Assist move freely, before towing the vehicle page 137). away. Load the vehicle onto the transporter. Vehicles with automatic transmission: Shift the automatic transmission to position Shift the automatic transmission to position...
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318 Breakdown assistance Installing the towing eye Only use the towing eye to tow away or * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain due to tow start the vehicle. incorrect positioning Do not position the vehicle above the connection point of the transport vehi‐ Tow-starting the vehicle (emergency engine cle.
If the newly inserted fuse also blows, have the Only use fuses that have been approved cause traced and rectified at a qualified special‐ by Mercedes-Benz and which have the ist workshop. correct fuse rating. Ensure the following before replacing a fuse:...
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320 Breakdown assistance Opening Loosen screws on the floor panel and Turn the fastener on service flap counter- remove the floor panel. clockwise. Open the service flap. Closing Install the floor panel again. The fuse assignment diagram is in a recess on the side of the fuse box.
322 Wheels and tires vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains This could cause damage to the vehicle or with the same quality standard. the tires. If snow chains are installed, the maximum Never mount snow chains on the front permissible speed is 30 mph (50 km/h).
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Wheels and tires 323 The tires may wear excessively and/or In addition, they also suffer from irregular & WARNING Risk of an accident due to unevenly, which may greatly impair tire wear, which can significantly impair the brak‐ insufficient tire pressure traction.
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Conditions for cold tires: leak. caps specifically approved by The vehicle has been parked with the tires Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto If you are unable to rectify the damage, out of direct sunlight for at least three hours. the tire valve.
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Wheels and tires 325 cold tires under various operating conditions, i.e. Some tire pressure tables only show the rim If the tire pressure is lower than the recom‐ loading and/or speed of the vehicle. diameter instead of the complete tire size, e.g. mended value, increase the tire pressure to R18.
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326 Wheels and tires Tire pressure monitoring system lamp lights up, you should stop and check When the malfunction indicator is illumina‐ your tires as soon as possible, and inflate ted, the system may not be able to detect or Function of the tire pressure monitoring sys‐...
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Wheels and tires 327 If there is a substantial pressure loss or if the System limits tire temperature is excessive, you will be warned The system may be impaired or may not function in the following ways: in the following situations: via display messages ( page 391) the tire pressure has been set incorrectly...
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328 Wheels and tires The values displayed in the multifunction dis‐ On-board computer: Radio-equipment approval of the tire pres‐ sure monitoring system play may deviate from those of the tire pres‐ Service Tires sure gauge as they refer to sea level. At high Swipe downwards on Touch Control on the Radio equipment approval numbers altitudes, the tire pressure value indicated by...
Wheels and tires 329 Loading the vehicle Country Radio type approval number Notes on Tire and Loading Information plac‐ FCC ID: MRXGG4T FCC ID: MRXDG6W2D4 & WARNING Risk of accident from overloa‐ FCC ID: MRXMC34MA4 ded tires This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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330 Wheels and tires Recommended tire pressures for cold Step 1: locate the statement "The combined tires. The recommended tire pressures are weight of occupants and cargo should never valid for the maximum permissible load and exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." ("The combined up to the maximum permissible vehicle weight of occupants and cargo should never speed.
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Wheels and tires 331 Even if you have calculated the total load care‐ Further related subjects: seating configurations and different numbers fully, you should still make sure that the maxi‐ and sizes of occupants. The following examples Calculation example for determining the max‐ mum permissible gross mass and the maximum use a maximum load of 1500 lbs (680 kg).
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332 Wheels and tires Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occupants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2 Front: 1 Rear: 3 Weight of occupants Occupant 1: 150 lbs (68 kg) Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs (82 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs (73 kg) Occupant 4: 140 lbs (63 kg)
Wheels and tires 333 Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 336) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 336) Tire name The data shown in the image is example data.
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334 Wheels and tires and one-half times as well on the government sure of all tires including the spare * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain from test track as a tire graded 100. wheel. wheelspin The relative performance of tires depends upon Adjust the tire pressure as necessary.
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Wheels and tires 335 Tire size: identifier describes the tire The data shown in the image is example size. data. Maximum tire load is the maximum permissi‐ Tire type code: tire type code can be used by the manufacturer as a code to ble weight for which the tire is approved.
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336 Wheels and tires Never exceed maximum tire pressure speci‐ Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index fied for the tire. & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed‐ Information on tire characteristics ing the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire...
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Load-bearing index required speed rating from an authorized "LT": light truck tires according to US manu‐ Numerical code that specifies the maximum Mercedes-Benz Center. facturing standards. load-bearing capacity of a tire (e.g. "91" corre‐ sponds to 1356 lbs (615 kg)).
338 Wheels and tires All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on Index Speed rating the maximum load that the tire can carry at a Index Speed rating certain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
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Wheels and tires 339 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards: a regardless of whether it is actually installed on of the fully laden vehicle (weight of the vehicle uniform standard to grade the quality of tires the vehicle or not. including all accessories, occupants, fuel, lug‐ with regard to tread quality, tire traction and gage and the trailer drawbar noseweight if appli‐...
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340 Wheels and tires these are installed on the vehicle, but does not without direct sunlight on the tires or the vehicle er's identity code, tire size, tire type code and include passengers or luggage. has been driven for less than 1 mile (1.6 km). the manufacturing date.
You can ask for information regarding permitted and accessories which have been specially wheel/tire combinations at an authorized Model approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Center. These tires are specially adapted to the con‐ & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed‐...
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Accessory parts that are not approved for your Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Avoid obstacles or drive particularly vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used have been checked and recommended by carefully. correctly can impair the operating safety.
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Wheels and tires 343 Observe the following when selecting, installing For M+S tires, only use tires with the same Tire and Loading Information placard and replacing tires: tread. page 329) Only use tires and wheels of the same type Observe the maximum permissible speed for Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended the M+S tires installed.
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344 Wheels and tires The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels Protect the tires from contact with oil, grease differ: or fuel. Front wheels wear more on the shoulder of the tire Overview of the tire-change tool kit Rear wheels wear more in the center of the Apart from some country-specific variants, vehi‐...
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Wheels and tires 345 Setting up the folding chock The vehicle is not on a slope. Installing/removing plastic hub caps The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level Removing ground. Apply the electric parking brake manually. Move the front wheels to the straight-ahead position.
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Important notes on using the jack: Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has Never place your hands or feet under the been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise vehicle. the vehicle. Never lie under the vehicle.
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Wheels and tires 347 & WARNING Risk of injury from incorrect positioning of the jack If you do not position the jack correctly at the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle, the jack could tip with the vehicle raised. Only position the jack at the appropri‐ ate jacking point of the vehicle.
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348 Wheels and tires Removing a wheel * NOTE Damage to threading from dirt on wheel bolts Requirements: The vehicle is raised ( page 346). Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a dirty surface. Vehicles with AMG ceramic high-perform‐ ance composite braking system: Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt com‐...
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Wheels and tires 349 Install the new wheel ( page 349). Observe the information on the choice of & WARNING Risk of injury from tightening tires ( page 341). wheel bolts and nuts Mounting a new wheel For tires with a specified direction of rotation, an If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is raised, the jack could tip.
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350 Wheels and tires Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a diagonal Make sure the wheel bolts or wheel pattern in the order indicated until they are nuts are tightened to the prescribed finger-tight. tightening torque. Unscrew the alignment bolt. If you are not sure, do not move the Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is finger- vehicle.
Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine number The data stated only applies to vehicles with standard equipment. You can obtain further Vehicle identification plate information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicle identification plate (USA only) Permissible gross weight Permissible front axle load...
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352 Technical data VIN in front of the right-hand front seat VIN at the lower edge of the windshield Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Permissible gross weight VIN (vehicle identification number) as label Permissible front axle load Permissible rear axle load Paint code VIN (vehicle identification number) The permissible gross vehicle weight is made up...
Climate control system refrigerant Observe the text on the original con‐ tainers when using, storing or disposing Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have of operating fluids. not been approved is not covered by the Always store operating fluids sealed in Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures.
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354 Technical data In the Mercedes-Benz BeVo app * NOTE Damage caused by the wrong fuel If you or other people come into contact with At a qualified specialist workshop fuel, observe the following: Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could...
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3000 rpm. Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed regular gasoline which has at least the octane with the cleaning additive recommended by number specified in the instruction label in the Further information on fuel is available at the fol‐...
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Have the engine oil changed after the All models 229.5, 229.51 prescribed intervals. The following values refer to an oil change, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the including the oil filter. oil change carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Replacement amount...
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Make sure that no antifreeze spills out * NOTE Overheating at high outside tem‐ Only use brake fluid approved by Mercedes-Benz next to the filler opening. peratures according to MB-Freigabe or MB-Approval 331.0. Thoroughly clean off any antifreeze...
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358 Technical data Notes on windshield washer fluid Observe the instructions in the * NOTE Blocked spray nozzles caused by Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Oper‐ mixing windshield washer fluids Observe the notes on operating fluids ating Fluids 310.1. page 353). Do not mix MB SummerFit and MB Win‐...
(120 ± 10 g) Hazard and service warning symbols Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Refrigerant filling capacity has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Applicable standards Vehicle data Do not mix the approved refrigerant PAG oil part number compressor oil with a different refriger‐...
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360 Technical data Model Rear Opening Model Vehicle wing height height All models 50.7 in Mercedes- Exten‐ 80.6 in (2048 mm) AMG GT C (1288 mm) Mercedes- Fixed 83.4 in (2118 mm) Mercedes-AMG GT 50.7 in AMG GT (1287 mm) All models Mercedes- Fixed...
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Technical data 361 Maximum design speeds Model Turning Mercedes-AMG GT C radius Mercedes-AMG GT 6th gear 171 mph (275 km/h) All models 37.73 ft 1st gear 43 mph (69 km/h) 7th gear 197 mph (317 km/h) (11.50 m) 2nd gear 68 mph (109 km/h) Mercedes-AMG GT C Road‐...
362 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps on the multifunction display. Press the ¨ Display messages symbol to hide the display message. Introduction You can hide low-priority display messages by Notes on display messages pressing button ¤ or the left-hand Touch Display messages appear on the multifunction Control.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 363 Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are temporarily unavailable. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be temporarily unavailable. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
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364 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other drive systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situa‐ ÷...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 365 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.
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366 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other drive systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning. &...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 367 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is lit. You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the ignition switched off. Switch on the ignition.
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368 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) indicator lamp or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake is not fulfilled ( page 129).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 369 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 130).
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370 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. To apply: Release and then apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 130). To release: Apply and then release the electric parking brake manually. If the electric parking brake cannot be applied or the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp continues to flash: Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 371 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the electric parking brake should not be applied, e.g. when washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash or when having the vehicle towed, leave the ignition switched on. This does not include having the vehicle towed with the rear axle raised.
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372 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 373 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The restraint system is faulty ( page 30). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may SRS Malfunction Service not deploy as intended during an accident.
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374 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Recognition of a restraint system malfunction: The 6 restraint system warning lamp does not light up when the ignition is switched on. The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up continuously or repeatedly during a journey. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 375 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions A person in the front passenger seat could then, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the cockpit. Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front passenger airbag is correct.
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376 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 377 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Service limited. Mercedes me connect Services Limited See Oper- At least one of the main functions of the Mercedes me connect system is malfunctioning. ator's Manual Observe the notes on the diagnostics connection ( page 21).
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378 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Restart the engine. Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST is malfunctioning. Consult 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 154).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 379 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ä * The AMG adaptive sport suspension system is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affec‐ ted. Do not drive at speeds greater than 50 mph (80 km/h). Malfunction Drive at Max.
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380 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Traffic Sign Assist is malfunctioning. Traffic Sign Assist Inopera- tive Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the engine. If the display message continues to be displayed, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Traffic Sign Assist Camera * The camera view is restricted.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 381 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated as not all activation conditions have been fulfilled. Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 141).
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382 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Distance Assist Now * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again and can be activated ( page 141). Available ¯ * Cruise control cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Observe the activation conditions for cruise control ( page 138).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 383 Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The coolant level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage due to insufficient coolant Check Coolant Level See Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant. Operator's Manual Add coolant ( page 292).
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384 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. In doing so, ensure that the coolant temperature display remains below the red marking. * The fan motor is defective. Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 385 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The battery is not being charged. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving See Operator's Manual Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
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386 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The battery charge level is too low. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not con‐ tinue driving under any circumstances.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 387 Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Display message only for certain engines: The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 quart) Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
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388 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 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. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Transmission Display messages...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 389 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Select transmission position k. Only Shift to 'P' when Vehi- * Park position j can be engaged only when the vehicle is stationary. cle is Stationary To stop, depress the brake pedal. Shift the transmission to park position j while the vehicle is stationary.
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390 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The transmission is malfunctioning. The transmission shifts to neutral i automatically. Transmission Malfunction Stop Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Depress the brake pedal.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 391 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The transmission's coolant pump is faulty. The transmission may overheat. Select the Performance menu in the on-board computer and check the transmission oil temperature page 166). Transmission Oil Cooling Avoid a high load with a dynamic driving style.
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392 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The tire pressure monitor is faulty. Tire Press. Monitor Inopera- tive & WARNING There is a risk of an accident if the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning If the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning, it is not able to issue a warning if there is pressure loss in one or more of the tires.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 393 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of an accident due to insufficient tire pressure Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: The tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase. The tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire traction.
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394 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The tire 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 Flat tires are dangerous in the following ways: Warning Tire Malfunction The tires can overheat and cause a fire.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 395 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of an accident from driving with overheated tires Overheated tires may burst, particularly at high speeds. Reduce speed so that the tires cool down. Reduce speed so that the tires cool down. SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and...
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396 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions  * The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. If the SmartKey is still not recognized, start the vehicle with the SmartKey ( page 104).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 397 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions  * A warning tone will also sound. This message reminds you to take your SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. Don't Forget Your Key Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions...
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398 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The power assistance for the steering is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to altered steering characteristics If the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to steer. Steering Malfunction Increased Physical Effort If safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 399 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 not be centered when you drive in a straight line. Rear Axle Steering Malfunc- Adapt your speed and continue driving carefully.
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400 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Õ * The traction control is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Traction Control Inopera- tive See Operator's Manual Ô * The active aerodynamic profile cannot reach the end position when retracting or extending and will reverse if possi‐ ble.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 401 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Switch off the engine and lock the vehicle. Start the vehicle after a few minutes. The rear wing will move to the initial position. If the problem persists or the cause cannot be detected: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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402 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The hood is open. & WARNING Risk of accident if the engine hood is unlatched while driving An unlocked engine hood may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view. Never unlatch the engine hood while driving.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 403 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¥ * The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. Add washer fluid ( page 293). Check Washer Fluid Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The corresponding light source is faulty.
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404 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The light sensor is faulty. 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.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 405 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Adaptive Highbeam Assist is malfunctioning. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The camera view is restricted. Possible causes are: Adaptive Highbeam Assist Camera View Restricted Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision See Operator's Manual Heavy rain, snow or fog...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 407 Coolant too hot/cold ( page 416) Tire pressure monitor ( page 419) Safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *ABS is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, EBD is malfunctioning.
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408 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. * At least one wheel and tire assembly has reached its grip limit ( page 132).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 409 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions å ® The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. * ESP ® is deactivated. & WARNING Risk of skidding when driving with ESP ®...
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410 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® Observe the notes on activating ESP SPORT( page 132). The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *Possible causes are: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brake warning lamp (USA) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 411 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. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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412 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow indicator lamp is also lit if the electric parking brake malfunctions. Observe the messages on the multifunction display. Red indicator lamp, electric parking brake applied (USA only)
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 413 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red restraint system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. *The restraint system is faulty ( page 30). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning lamp If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may...
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414 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Seat belts Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The red seat belt warning lamp will light up for six seconds once the engine has started. In addition, a warning tone may sound. *The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. Seat belt warning lamp Fasten your seat belt ( page 34).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 415 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.
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416 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine 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 emission limit values may be exceeded and the engine may be in emergency mode.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 417 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while driving. *There has been pressure loss in the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leak‐ ing.
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418 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions In the event of a fire in the engine compartment, keep the hood closed and call the fire service. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 419 Tires 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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420 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The yellow tire pressure monitoring system warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit. *The tire pressure monitoring system is defective. Tire pressure monitoring &...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 421 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 multifunction display.
422 Index Setting ..........137 Additives ..........356 1, 2, 3 ... Engine oil ..........356 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ..139 12 V battery Fuel ............. 355 Calling up a speed ....... 141 see Battery (vehicle) Displays in the Instrument Display ..142 Additives (engine oil) Function ..........
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Index 423 Adjusting the sound optimization Airbag ............36 AMG ceramic high-performance com‐ ® Activation ..........30 posite brake system ........ 108 Burmester high-end Surround Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ..36 sound system ........286 AMG Performance adjustable exhaust Installation locations ......
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Snow chains Battery disconnection periods ..... 288 Track list ..........269 Displaying the service due date ... 287 Anti-theft alarm system Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Function/notes ........287 see ATA (anti-theft alarm system) Regular maintenance work ....287 see Qualified specialist workshop Anti-theft protection Special service requirements ....
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Index 425 Automatic front passenger front air‐ ® Bluetooth audio bag shutoff Activating ..........276 BAS (Brake Assist System) ..... 132 see Automatic front passenger front De-authorizing (de-registering) the Battery airbag shutoff device ..........277 SmartKey ..........54 Information .......... 274 Automatic mirror folding function Overview ..........
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Index 427 Car key Wheels/rims ........299 Child seat see SmartKey Windows ..........299 Attaching (notes) ........48 Wiper blades ........299 Basic instructions ........44 Car wash front-passenger seat (notes) ....49 Cargo compartment cover see Care Notes on risks and dangers ....45 Extending/retracting ......
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428 Index Air distribution settings ....... 100 COMAND Controller Air-recirculation mode ......101 see Multimedia system Operating ..........191 Automatic control ........ 100 COMAND Touch Convenience closing feature ....65 Climate style function ......100 Managing devices ........ 202 Convenience opening ........ 65 Control panel for 3-zone automatic Combination switch ........
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Index 429 Cup holder ..........84 Daytime running lamp mode Entering an intermediate destination ... 218 Installing/removing (center console) ..84 see Daytime running lights Entering geo-coordinates ..... 219 Selecting a contact ......218 Daytime running lights ......93 Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ..23 Selecting a POI ........
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430 Index Display message ........362 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Currently 5Check Engine Oil Level (Add 1 Calling up (on-board computer) ... 362 Unavailable See Operator's Manual ..404 quart) ..........387 Notes ..........362 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Inopera‐ bCheck Left Low Beam (Exam‐ Display messages tive ............
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Index 431 Electronic Rear Axle Differential Lock TInoperative See Operator's ëOff ..........380 Inoperative .......... 399 Manual ..........366 Only Shift to 'P' when Vehicle is Sta‐ 5Engine Oil Level Cannot Be GInoperative ........377 tionary ..........389 Measured ..........388 FParking Brake See Operator's ÂInsert Key ........
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432 Index Rear Spoiler Inoperative Limit ### #Stop Vehicle Leave Engine Run‐ Traffic Sign Assist Camera View ............. 401 ning ............. 386 Restricted See Operator's Manual ..380 ÂReplace Key Battery ....395 #Stop Vehicle See Operator's Traffic Sign Assist Currently Unavail‐ Reversing Not Possible Service Manual ..........
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Index 433 DISTRONIC Driver's seat see Lane Keeping Assist see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC see Seat see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC see Rear view camera Door Driving lights see Traffic Sign Assist Locking (emergency key) ....... 60 see Automatic driving lights Opening (from the inside) ......
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Function/notes ........78 Additives ..........356 Emergency call system Setting ........... 79 Capacity ..........356 see Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Easy exit feature Checking the oil level using the oil Emergency engine start ......318 Function/notes ........78 dipstick ..........290 Setting ...........
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Index 435 ® Front airbag (driver, front passenger) ..36 (Electronic Stability Program) Activating/deactivating ....... 134 Front and rear view camera ....152 Fatigue detection ® SPORT ........132 see ATTENTION ASSIST Front camera Function/notes ........132 Function ..........152 Favorites Status display (on-board computer, Adding ..........
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436 Index Fuse box in the front-passenger foot‐ Gearshift recommendation ..... 119 High-beam headlamps well ............319 Adaptive Highbeam Assist ..... 91 Genuine parts ..........17 Notes ........... 319 Hill start assist ........143 Glide mode ..........119 Fuses HOLD function ......... 143 Glove box see Fuses Function/notes ........
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Instrument cluster lighting ....165 Calling up a web page ......262 ® see Apple CarPlay Closing the browser ......263 see Mercedes-Benz Link Instrument Display ........161 Deleting a bookmark ......263 Adjusting the lighting ......165 Deleting browser data ......263 Function/notes ........
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438 Index Unlocking the vehicle ......57 Lighting Displaying the traffic map ....230 see Interior lighting Displaying traffic incidents ....231 Kickdown ..........119 see Lights Extending a subscription ..... 230 Using ............ 119 Issuing hazard alerts ......232 Lights ............
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Index 439 Low-beam headlamps Changing an area ........ 235 Determining ........330 Switching on/off ........89 Deleting an area ........235 Maximum speeds ........361 Displaying the compass ....... 236 Lubricant additives Maximum tire pressure ......335 Displaying the map version ....234 see Additives Mechanical key Displaying the next intersecting...
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440 Index Memory function Calling the Mercedes-Benz Customer Overview ..........248 Operating ..........79 Center ..........254 Using ........... 249 Outside mirrors — Calling up stored Making a call via the overhead con‐ Message (multifunction display) settings ..........79 trol panel ..........253 see Display message Outside mirrors —...
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Index 441 MOExtended tires ........304 Neutral Engaging ..........117 Multifunction display Navigation Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..104 Overview of displays ......165 Calling up the Digital Operator's Multifunction steering wheel Manual ..........237 Menu (on-board computer) ....171 Overview of buttons ......
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442 Index Menu overview ........162 Windshield washer fluid ...... 358 Selecting automatically ......117 Multifunction display ......165 Operating safety Parking Navigation system menu ...... 171 Declaration of conformity (wireless see Electric parking brake Operating ..........162 vehicle components) ......21 Parking aid Performance menu ......
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Index 443 PASSENGER AIR BAG status display Playback options Previous destinations see Automatic front passenger front Selecting ..........269 Selecting ..........216 airbag shutoff Protecting the environment Payload Selecting ..........216 Notes ............. 17 Calculation example ......331 POI symbols Protection against theft Determining the maximum ....
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444 Index Radio Reading light Refueling Activating/deactivating radio text ..280 see Interior lighting Refueling the vehicle ......120 Calling up the station list ..... 279 Real wood (Care) ........301 Reporting malfunctions relevant to Deleting channels ........ 279 safety ............23 Rear axle steering ........
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Index 445 Rocking free ..........118 Lane recommendations ....... 225 Pause and playback function ....283 Notes ........... 224 Restrictions ......... 280 Roll away protection Off-road ..........228 Selecting a category ......281 see HOLD function To an off-road destination ....227 Selecting a channel ......
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446 Index Seat belt warning Selector lever Shift paddles see Seat belts see E-SELECT selector lever see Steering wheel paddle shifters Seat belts ........... 35 Self-test Shifting gears Activating/deactivating seat belt Automatic front passenger front air‐ Gearshift recommendation ....119 adjustment ..........
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Calls up the sound menu ..... 284 Starting see Apple CarPlay ® Information .......... 284 see Vehicle see Mercedes-Benz Link see Telephone Special seat belt retractor ......48 Starting assistance see Jump-start connection Snow chains ..........322 Specialist workshop ........22...
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448 Index Station presets Suspension System settings Editing ..........279 AMG adaptive sport suspension sys‐ ® see Bluetooth Modifying ..........279 tem ............148 see Data import/export Components ........113 see Language Steering wheel ......... 162 Measurements ........113 see Software update Adjusting (electrically) ......
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Index 449 Telephone ......... 173, 239 Telephone number Reading ..........247 Activating functions during a call ..243 Dialing (on-board computer) ....173 Replying ..........248 Call and ringtone volume ..... 243 Sending ..........247 Telephony operating modes Calls with several participants ..... 243 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐...
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450 Index Load-bearing capacity ......336 Tire pressure monitoring system DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) Maximum tire load ......335 Checking the tire pressure ....327 ............. 334 Maximum tire pressure ....... 335 Function ..........326 Flat tire ..........303 Overview ..........
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Index 451 Tire pressure monitoring system Reading the handwriting recognition Overview ..........229 (function) ..........326 aloud ........... 193 Traffic map Tire pressure table ....... 324 Selecting a station and track ....193 see Map Tire Quality Grading ......333 Setting the sensitivity ......
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452 Index Resetting ..........170 Towing ..........160 Unlocking (from the inside) ....57 Trip odometer Vehicle ............104 Unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 57 see Trip distance Correct use ........... 23 Ventilating (convenience opening) ..65 Trunk lid Data acquisition ........24 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys‐...
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454 Index Web browser ;Engine diagnosis warning lamp ..416 LWarning lamp for distance Calling up a web page ......262 warning function ........415 åESP ® OFF warning lamp ....409 Calling up options ....... 263 ÙWarning lamp for electric power ®...
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Index 455 Checking the tire pressure (tire pres‐ Tire and Loading Information placard Windshield sure monitoring system) ...... 327 ............. 329 see Windshield Definitions ........... 338 Tire characteristics ......336 Windshield washer fluid ......358 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN) Tire pressure (notes) ......
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