Page 1 Operator's Manual É2185848702ÀËÍ 2185848702 Order no. P218 0116 13 Part no. 218 584 87 02 Edition 2016-1...
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Page 3 Design Equipment Technical features Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App The equipment in your vehicle may therefore may not yet be available in your country. differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Replacing bulbs ........109 Introduction ......... 25 Windshield wipers ........ 109 Protection of the environment ....25 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....25 Operator's Manual ......... 26 Climate control ......... 112 Service and vehicle operation ....26 Overview of climate control systems ... 112 Operating safety ........
Page 5 Contents Features ..........248 Maintenance and care ...... 265 Engine compartment ......265 Maintenance ........269 Care ............. 270 Breakdown assistance ..... 277 Where will I find...? ......277 Flat tire ..........278 Battery (vehicle) ........282 Jump-starting ........285 Towing and tow-starting ......
Page 6 Index Parking .......... 167 1, 2, 3 ... ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 72 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Brake Assist see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ........ 68 tion System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..160 4MATIC (permanent all-wheel Adaptive Highbeam Assist drive) Display message ......
Page 7: Index
Switching on/off ......237 Audio system (DIRECT SELECT lever) ....130 Transmission positions ....132 see separate operating instructions Automatic transmission emer- Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center gency mode ........138 see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Back button ........
Page 8 Index BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist Assist ..........65 Function/notes ........ 65 Brake fluid (notes) ......326 BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist Display message ......204 (Brake Assist PLUS with Cross- High-performance brake system ..146 Traffic Assist) HOLD function .......
Page 9 Index Washing by hand ......271 Maximum cooling ......119 Wheels ........... 273 Overview of systems ...... 112 Windows ........273 Problem with the rear window Wiper blades ........273 defroster ........120 Wooden trim ........275 Problems with cooling with air Cargo tie down rings ......
Page 10 Index Daytime running lamps Controller ........... 237 Display message ......212 Convenience box ....... 246 Function/notes ......105 Convenience closing feature ....88 Switching on/off (on-board com- Convenience opening feature .... 88 puter) ..........198 Coolant (engine) Declarations of conformity ....28 Checking the level ......
Page 11 Traffic Sign Assist ......178 see Doors Driving tips Driving abroad AMG ceramic brakes ..... 146 Mercedes-Benz Service ....270 Automatic transmission ....133 Driving on flooded roads ....147 Brakes ........... 145 Driving safety systems Break-in period ......122 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
Page 12 Index Engine see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........236 Check Engine warning lamp ... 232 Display message ......213 ECO start/stop function ....126 Engine number ....... 323 EASY-ENTRY feature Irregular running ......128 Activating/deactivating ....199 Jump-starting ......... 285 Function/notes ......
Page 13 Index Warning lamp ......... 229 Notes for CLS 400, CLS 400 ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- 4MATIC .......... 325 tem) ............69 Problem (malfunction) ....140 Refueling ........138 Exhaust check ........144 Tank content/reserve fuel ..... 324 Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc- Fuel filler flap tions) ..........
Page 14 Index Indicators Hazard warning lamps ...... 107 Head bags see Turn signals Insect protection on the radiator ..266 Display message ......209 Head restraints Instrument cluster Adjusting ......... 95 Overview .......... 34 Adjusting (electrically) ..... 95 Settings ......... 197 Adjusting (rear) ........
Page 15 Index Kickdown Switching the exterior lighting Driving tips ........133 delayed switch-off on/off (on- Manual drive program ....137 board computer) ......198 Knee bag ..........47 Switching the surround lighting on/off (on-board computer) ..198 Turn signals ........106 see Interior lighting Lamps Loading guidelines ......
Page 16 Raising the vehicle ......313 Memory card (audio) ......193 Removing a wheel ......315 Memory function ....... 103 Securing the vehicle against roll- Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive ing away ........313 360°camera ........173 Active Blind Spot Assist ....182 Operation ........193 Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
Page 17 Index NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Displaying a service message ..270 Important safety notes ....55 DISTRONIC PLUS ......154 Operation ......... 55 Factory settings submenu ..... 200 Resetting when triggered ....56 Important safety notes ....188 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- Instrument cluster submenu ..
Page 18 PARKTRONIC Deactivating/activating ....165 Driving system ....... 163 QR code Function/notes ......163 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Important safety notes ....163 Rescue card ........30 Problem (malfunction) ....165 Qualified specialist workshop ... 29 Range of the sensors ..... 163 Warning display ......
Page 19 Index Route guidance Rear window blind ......251 Rear window defroster see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........236 Problem (malfunction) ....120 Switching on/off ......119 Rear-view mirror Dipping (automatic) ....... 102 Safety Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Children in the vehicle ..... 58 tem) see Occupant safety Important safety notes ....
Page 20 Index Side windows Seat heating ........97 Seat heating problem ...... 98 Cleaning ......... 273 Storing settings (memory func- Convenience closing feature .... 88 tion) ..........104 Convenience opening feature ..88 Switching seat heating on/off ..97 Important safety information ... 87 Switching seat ventilation on/ Opening/closing ......
Page 21 Index Speedometer Under driver's seat/front- Digital ..........191 passenger seat ......244 In the Instrument cluster ....34 Stowage net ........245 Segments ........188 Stowage well beneath the trunk Selecting the display unit ....197 floor ............ 247 SPORT handling mode Summer tires ........
Page 22 Index see also Digital Operator's Man- Average weight of the vehicle ual ..........236 occupants (definition) ....310 Switching between mobile Bar (definition) ....... 310 phones ........... 241 Changing a wheel ......312 Temperature Characteristics ......310 Coolant .......... 188 Checking ........
Page 23 Index Storing ........... 313 Instrument cluster display ..... 178 Structure and characteristics Transfer case ........138 (definition) ........310 Transmission Temperature ........306 see Automatic transmission TIN (Tire Identification Number) Transmission position display ..130 (definition) ........312 Transmission position display Tire bead (definition) ......
Page 24 Index USB devices Connecting to the Media Inter- Warning and indicator lamps face ..........241 ABS ..........229 Brakes ........... 228 Check Engine ......... 232 Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ..251 Coolant .......... 232 Vehicle Distance warning ......234 Correct use ........
Page 25 Index Windshield Defrosting ........118 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 269 Important safety notes ....327 Windshield wipers Problem (malfunction) ....111 Replacing the wiper blades .... 110 Switching on/off ......109 Winter driving Important safety notes ....
Page 26: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 237).
Page 27: Protection Of The Environment
Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
Page 28: Operator's Manual
Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.
Page 29: Service And Vehicle Operation
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or times and you have directly notified Customer Service Center (Canada) at Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contact- repair. ing you in a timely manner should the need arise.
Page 30 Operating safety Operating safety There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if: the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high Important safety notes curb or an unpaved road you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a WARNING curb or a hole in the road If you do not have the prescribed service/ a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or...
Page 31: Operating Safety
Mercedes-Benz Center or, if nec- Connecting equipment to the diagnostics con- essary, contact us at one of the following nection can lead to emissions monitoring infor- addresses.
Page 32: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card
A wide range of electronic components in your National Highway Traffic Safety Administration vehicle contain data memories. (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz These data memories temporarily or perma- USA, LLC. nently store technical information about:...
Page 33: Data Stored In The Vehicle
Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract tem. data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly For additional information please refer to the disclaims any and all liability arising from the COMAND User Manual or the Digital Owners...
Page 34: Information On Copyright
As of February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource...
Page 35: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Adjusts the steering wheel manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Parking brake PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Opens the hood Overhead control panel...
Page 36: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Fuel gauge (left) Speedometer with segments Coolant temperature (right) Multifunction display Warning and indicator lamps: Tachometer ® ÷ ESP Warning and indicator lamps: M SPORT handling mode $ Brakes (USA only) in Mercedes-AMG vehicles J Brakes (Canada only) ·...
Page 37: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu Multimedia system display Selects a submenu or scrolls Switches on voice-operated through lists navigation or the Voice Con- trol System Confirms a selection Hides display messages Mute Back Adjusts the volume...
Page 38: Center Console
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the 4 5 Indicator lamp Digital Operator's Manual) £ Hazard warning lamps c Seat heating u Rear window roller sun- s Seat ventilation blind c PARKTRONIC ¤...
Page 39 Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment É Sets the vehicle level Ashtray Stowage compartment with Cigarette lighter Media Interface Socket Ú Selects the drive pro- Cup holder gram e Adjusts the suspension Multimedia system control- settings...
Page 40 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Cup holder Stowage compartment with Media Interface Engages park position P ß Calls up or saves the Selector lever suspension settings Ashtray à Adjusts the suspension Cigarette lighter settings Socket ®...
Page 41: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear inte- Buttons for the garage door rior lighting on/off opener | Switches the automatic Microphone for mbrace interior lighting control (emergency call system), on/off telephone and Voice Control System (see the Digital Oper- p Switches the right- ator's Manual)
Page 42: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = W Opens/closes the side Stores seat, exterior mirror windows and steering column adjust- n Activates/deactivates ment settings the override feature for the Adjusts the seats electrically side windows in the rear compartment % &...
Page 43: Panic Alarm
The components of the restraint system work in Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: conjunction with each other. They can only deploy their protective function if, at all times, all for further information contact our Customer...
Page 44 Occupant safety PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : is Restraint system warning lamp part of the Occupant Classification System The functions of the restraint system are (OCS). checked after the ignition is switched on and at The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp regular intervals while the engine is running.
Page 45 Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function. An...
Page 46 Only use seat belts that have been approved for Seat belts are only intended to secure and your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the "Loading guidelines" for securing objects, lug- gage or loads ( page 242).
Page 47 Occupant safety and must be replaced. Visit a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Press the release button in the belt buckle, hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt back. Seat belt adjustment The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of ®...
Page 48 Occupant safety driver or front passenger have fastened their the head restraint must support the head at seat belts. about eye level. If the driver or front passenger unfasten their Move the driver's and front-passenger seats seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warn- as far back as possible.
Page 49 Occupant safety no accessories, such as cup holders, are When deployed, the front air bags offer addi- attached to the vehicle within the deployment tional head and thorax protection for the occu- area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows, pants in the front seats.
Page 50 You should only use seat covers that have could be adversely affected. This poses an been approved for the respective seat by increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Mercedes-Benz. You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 51 Occupant safety Window curtain air bags Requirements To be classified correctly, the front passenger must sit: with the seat belt fastened correctly in an almost upright position with their back against the seat backrest with their feet resting on the floor, if possible If the front passenger does not observe these conditions, OCS may produce a false classifica- tion, e.g.
Page 52 Occupant safety PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : bled in accordance with the person in the shows you whether the front-passenger front air front-passenger seat bag is deactivated. the front-passenger seat has been moved Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the back as far back as possible.
Page 53 If OCS determines that: repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp for this purpose. lights up after the system self-test and If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the remains lit.
Page 54 Occupant safety WARNING That person could, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially Objects between the seat surface and the if the person is sitting too close to the dash- child restraint system could affect OCS oper- board.
Page 55 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the front- on the front-passenger seat are met ( page 49).
Page 56 Occupant safety continue to perform their protective function for An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash. triggered, if: the ignition is switched on WARNING the components of the restraint system are Emergency Tensioning Devices that have operational.
Page 57 How the air bag system works is determined by the severity of the accident detected, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the especially the vehicle deceleration or accel- functionality of the NECK-PRO head restraints/ eration and the apparent type of accident:...
Page 58 Occupant safety Resetting a triggered NECK-PRO head Do not insert your finger between the cushion of the head restraint and the cover. Pay particular restraint/NECK-PRO luxury head attention while resetting the NECK-PRO luxury restraint head restraints. Remove resetting tool : from the vehicle NECK-PRO head restraints document wallet.
Page 59 Occupant safety Function ® uations, PRE-SAFE PLUS takes pre-emptive measures to protect the vehicle occupants. ® PRE-SAFE intervenes: in emergency braking situations, e.g. when Important safety notes BAS is activated ® The intervention of PRE-SAFE PLUS cannot in critical driving situations, e.g. when physi- prevent an imminent collision.
Page 60 For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child are generally better protected there.
Page 61: Children In The Vehicle
The special seat belt retrac- correct child restraint system from any author- tor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a ized Mercedes-Benz Center. portion of the seat belt. The seat belt cannot WARNING be immediately refastened. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Page 62 Children in the vehicle Replace child restraint systems which have systems with which the child is also secured been damaged or subjected to a load in an with the vehicle seat belt. Also secure the accident as soon as possible. Have the secur- child restraint system with the Top Tether ing systems on the child restraint system belt, if available.
Page 63 Top Tether anchorage points = are installed in in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, the rear compartment behind the outer head Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install restraints. the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child Move head restraint : upwards.
Page 64 Children in the vehicle You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as Child-proof locks a result of: Important safety notes an incorrectly categorized person in the front- passenger seat WARNING the unintentional deactivation of the front- If children are traveling in the vehicle, they passenger front air bag could: the unsuitable positioning of the child...
Page 65: Pets In The Vehicle
Pets in the vehicle Override feature for the rear side win- WARNING dows If the child restraint system is subjected to direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- dren may burn themselves on these parts, particularly on the metal parts of the child restraint system.
Page 66 Driving safety systems Driving safety systems ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Overview of driving safety systems General information In this section, you will find information about ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the following driving safety systems: the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the vehicle when ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) braking.
Page 67: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems With the help of a sensor system and a camera BAS (Brake Assist System) system, BAS PLUS can detect obstacles: General information that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time BAS operates in emergency braking situations. that cross the path of your vehicle If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus...
Page 68 Driving safety systems Function As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk of an acci- To avoid a collision, BAS PLUS calculates the dent. brake force necessary if: Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- you approach an obstacle, and uation and be ready to brake.
Page 69 Driving safety systems Activating/deactivating COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS The COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the igni- General information tion. You can activate or deactivate COLLISION PRE- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- VENTION ASSIST PLUS in the on-board com- tion ( page 64).
Page 70 Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist There is a risk of an accident. Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- General information uation and do not rely solely on the distance Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- warning function. tion ( page 64).
Page 71 Driving safety systems ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: ® intervene unnecessarily ETS traction control is part of ESP . On vehicles ® with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP not intervene Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi- There is a risk of an accident.
Page 72 Driving safety systems ® ® Characteristics of ESP It may be best to deactivate ESP in the follow- ing situations: General information when using snow chains If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before in deep snow ® beginning the journey, ESP is automatically on sand or gravel active.
Page 73 Driving safety systems the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to ® Deactivating/activating ESP spin. (Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) ® Deactivating/activating ESP Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 64). You can select between the following states of ®...
Page 74 Driving safety systems ® ® trailer stabilization is active above speeds Characteristics when ESP is deactivated of about 65 km/h. ® If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels ® ® trailer stabilization does not work if ESP ® start to spin, the ÷...
Page 75 Driving safety systems ® collision. If PRE-SAFE Brake has detected a risk ® In these cases, PRE-SAFE Brake may: of collision, you will be warned visually and give an unnecessary warning and then acoustically as well as by automatic braking. brake the vehicle Pay attention to the important safety notes not give a warning or intervene...
Page 76 Protection against theft a narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a ® PRE-SAFE Brake can also brake the vehicle motorbike automatically under the following conditions: a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line the driver and front passenger have their seat relative to the center of your vehicle belts fastened Recognition by the camera system is also...
Page 77: Protection Against Theft
(yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- The alarm is stopped. tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 78 SmartKey SmartKey SmartKey functions Important safety notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in &...
Page 79: Smartkey
SmartKey tions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conven- To deactivate: press the & button on the tional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using SmartKey twice in rapid succession. KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the The battery check lamp of the SmartKey &...
Page 80 HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. ical key ; from the SmartKey. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the For further information about: batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- unlocking the driver's door ( page 83) shop.
Page 81 SmartKey Checking the battery Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- tery compartment cover : opens. Do not hold battery compartment cover : closed while doing so. Remove battery compartment cover :. Press the &...
Page 82 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle using Check the SmartKey battery ( page 79) and replace it if necessary the SmartKey.
Page 83: Doors
Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Smart- Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior Key. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary ( page 284).
Page 84 Doors You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks ( page 63). If a locked door is opened from the inside, the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consideration if: the vehicle was locked using the locking but- ton for the central locking, or...
Page 85: Trunk
Trunk Locking/unlocking driver's door with occupants. There is a risk of injury, particu- the mechanical key larly in the event of sudden braking or a sud- den change in direction. If you want to centrally lock the vehicle using Always store objects so that they cannot be the mechanical key, begin by pressing the flung around.
Page 86 Trunk Closing WARNING The reversing feature does not respond: to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement The reversing feature cannot prevent some- one being trapped in these situations in par- ticular.
Page 87 Trunk If KEYLESS-GO detects only one SmartKey in the WARNING trunk after it closed, the trunk lid opens again. If Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust KEYLESS-GO detects a second SmartKey out- gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust side the vehicle, the trunk lid remains closed. gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, Opening/closing automatically from...
Page 88 Trunk The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section page 328). Opening and closing Turn the mechanical key from position 1 counter-clockwise as far as it will go to posi- tion 2.
Page 89: Side Windows
Side windows Side windows WARNING The reversing feature does not react: Important safety notes to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- WARNING gers While opening the side windows, body parts over the last 1/6 in(4 mm) of the closing could become trapped between the side win- movement dow and the door frame as the side window...
Page 90 Side windows To open fully: press the switch beyond the Convenience closing feature point of resistance and release it. Automatic operation is started. Important safety notes To close manually: pull and hold the corre- Information on the side window reversing fea- sponding switch.
Page 91 Side windows Make sure that all the side windows and the Make sure that all the side windows and the sliding sunroof are closed. sliding sunroof are closed. Make sure that all the side windows are Make sure that all the side windows are closed.
Page 92 Sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly: see the cause.
Page 93: Sliding Sunroof
Sliding sunroof Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the WARNING ignition lock. The reversing feature does not react: Press or pull the 3 switch in the corre- to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fin- sponding direction. gers If you press the 3 switch beyond the point of resistance, an automatic opening/closing proc-...
Page 94 Sliding sunroof of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped: release the switch immediately, or press the switch in any direction during the automatic closing process The closing process is stopped.
Page 95: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions. the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area.
Page 96 Seats als, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers, WARNING child seats or booster seats. You could lose control of your vehicle if you do Make sure that there are no objects in the the following while driving: footwell under or behind the seats when mov- adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, ing the seats back.
Page 97 Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Adjusting the head restraints electrically Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.
Page 98 Seats reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar sit- uation. Whenever the rear seats are occupied, only drive the vehicle with the head restraints installed and engaged. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.
Page 99 Seats Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 123). Adjusting the active multicontour seat The active multicontour seat is only available for the driver's side. You can adjust the active multicontour seat via the multimedia system (see the Digital Opera- tor's Manual).
Page 100 Steering wheel Switching the seat ventilation on/off Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 123). To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set. To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.
Page 101: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition Adjusting the steering wheel electri- lock ( page 123). cally To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direc- tion of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.
Page 102 Steering wheel Position of the steering wheel when the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active Important safety notes The steering wheel swings upwards when you: WARNING remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts with KEYLESS-GO: open the driver's door; KEYLESS-GO must be in position 1 the steering wheel, you and other vehicle occupants –...
Page 103: Mirrors
Mirrors mirror using button = as long as the indicator Mirrors lamp is lit. Exterior mirrors Press button = up, down, or to the right or left until you have adjusted the exterior mirror Adjusting the exterior mirrors to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.
Page 104 Mirrors Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition If you come into contact with the electrolyte, lock ( page 123). observe the following: Briefly press :. Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin immediately with water. Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of automatically your eyes thoroughly with clean water.
Page 105: Memory Function
Memory function Using reverse gear Press memory button M ? and one of the arrows on button = within three seconds. The parking position is stored if the exterior mirror does not move. If the mirror moves out of position, repeat these steps.
Page 106 Memory function Calling up a stored setting pants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. Press and hold the relevant memory position While the memory function is making adjust- switch 1, 2 or 3, until the seat, steering wheel ments, make sure that no one has any body and exterior mirrors are in the stored position.
Page 107: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode Exterior lighting WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- USA only: if you wish to drive during the daytime beam headlamps may not be switched on without lights, switch off the Daytime run‐...
Page 108 Exterior lighting USA only: the daytime running lamps improve Standing lamps the visibility of your vehicle during the day. To do Switching on the standing lamps ensures the this, the Daytime running lamps function corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated. must be switched on using the on-board com- To switch on the standing lamps: turn the puter (...
Page 109 Exterior lighting Active: The blue K indicator lamp on the instru- ment cluster lights up when the high-beam if you are driving at speeds below 25 mph headlamps are switched on. (40 km/h) and switch on the turn signal or To switch off the high-beam headlamps: turn the steering wheel move the combination switch back to its nor-...
Page 110: Interior Lighting
Interior lighting cator lamp in the multifunction display late. In this, or in similar situations, the auto- remains lit. matic high-beam headlamps will not be deac- To switch off:move the combination switch tivated or will be activated regardless. There is back to its normal position or move the light a risk of an accident.
Page 111: Replacing Bulbs
Windshield wipers Rear-compartment overhead control Replacing bulbs panel The front and rear light clusters of your vehicle are equipped with LED light bulbs. Do not replace the LED light sources of your vehicle yourself. Contact a qualified specialist work- shop which has the necessary specialist knowl- edge and tools to carry out the work required.
Page 112 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make...
Page 113 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, are obstructing windshield wiper move- are jammed. ment. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. or, on vehicles with KEYLESS‑GO: Open the driver's door.
Page 114: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems Overview of climate control systems Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period during warm weather, e.g. using the convenience General notes opening feature ( page 88). This will speed up the cooling process and the desired inte- Observe the settings recommended on the fol- rior temperature will be reached more lowing pages.
Page 115 Overview of climate control systems Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 120) Setting the air distribution ( page 118) Increases the airflow ( page 118) Reduces the airflow ( page 118) Activates/deactivates climate control ( page 116) Sets climate control to automatic ( page 117) USA only Sets the temperature, left (...
Page 116 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 117) Defrosts the windshield ( page 118) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 120) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 116) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
Page 117: Overview Of Climate Control Systems
Overview of climate control systems USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 117) Defrosts the windshield ( page 118) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 119) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 116) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 119)
Page 118 Operating the climate control systems Only use the "Windshield defrosting" function Operating the climate control sys- briefly until the windshield is clear again. tems Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. if there are unpleasant outside odors or when in Activating/deactivating climate con- a tunnel.
Page 119: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The indicator lamp in the Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a mal- ¿ button flashes function. three times or remains Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 120 Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution Only change the temperature setting in small increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 †). Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition To increase or reduce the temperature in lock ( page 123).
Page 121 Operating the climate control systems Switch off the "Windshield defrosting" function Defrosting the windows as soon as the windshield is clear again. Windows fogged up on the inside Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 123). Activate the ¿...
Page 122 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has deactiva- Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading lamps, ted prematurely or can- interior lighting or the seat heating.
Page 123: Air Vents
Air vents To switch off: press the Ì button. The indicator lamp in the Ì button goes out. Residual heat is deactivated automatically: after approximately 30 minutes when the ignition is switched on if the battery voltage drops Air vents Example Important safety notes Defroster vent...
Page 124: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle
Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Self-locking rear axle differential (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Important safety notes Your vehicle is equipped with a self-locking dif- The sensor system of some driving and driving ferential on the rear axle. safety systems adjusts automatically while a Change the oil to improve protection of the rear certain distance is being driven after the vehicle axle differential:...
Page 125 Driving Power supply for some consumers, such as boosting effect. You will require considerably the windshield wipers more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk Ignition (power supply for all consumers) of an accident. and drive position Do not switch off the ignition while driving. To start the engine The SmartKey can be turned in the ignition WARNING...
Page 126 Driving If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey's Removing the Start/Stop button remote control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a You can remove the Start/Stop button from the short time: ignition lock and start the vehicle as normal using the SmartKey. you will not be able to switch on the ignition with the Start/Stop button.
Page 127 Driving Depress the brake pedal and keep it these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There depressed. is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave Press the Start/Stop button once the engine running in enclosed spaces with- page 123). out sufficient ventilation. The engine starts.
Page 128 Driving General notes WARNING After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away. There is a risk of an accident and injury. Therefore, quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal. Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill start assist.
Page 129 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO pedal, the engine starts automatically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deac- start/stop function tivated. Mercedes-AMG vehicles Automatic engine switch-off can take place a maximum of four times in a row (initial stop, then three subsequent stops).
Page 130 Driving If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop not be switched off automatically when the vehi- function has been deactivated manually or as cle stops. the result of a malfunction. The engine will then Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine does not...
Page 131: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The engine is not running There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical smoothly and is misfir- component of the engine management system. ing. Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic converter and damage it.
Page 132 Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Overview of transmission positions Transmission position display Drive program display Additionally, displays next to the selector lever mark the current transmission position. The indicators light up when the Smartkey is inserted into the ignition lock. The indicators go out when the Smartkey is removed from the ignition lock.
Page 133 Automatic transmission Engaging park position P tion on the ECO start/stop function page 126). If the engine speed is too high or the vehicle is moving, do not shift the automatic trans- Shifting to neutral N mission directly from D to R, from R to D or directly to P.
Page 134 Automatic transmission Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the Transmission positions Start/Stop button from the ignition lock. Insert the Smartkey into the ignition lock. Park position All vehicles: switch the ignition on. Only shift the transmission into posi- tion P when the vehicle is stationary Depress the brake pedal and keep it page 142).
Page 135 Automatic transmission reduces load change reactions and is conducive Neutral to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by Do not shift the transmission to N the double-clutch function depends on the drive while driving. Otherwise, the auto- program selected. matic transmission could be dam- aged.
Page 136 Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles Vehicles with the AMG Sports package Press program selector button : repeatedly Drive program selector with manual drive program until the letter for the desired drive program Turn drive program selector : until the appears in the multifunction display. desired drive program appears in the multi- The program selector button allows you to function display in the speedometer.
Page 137 Automatic transmission Automatic drive program S Steering wheel paddle shifters Drive program S (or, in the case of Mercedes- AMG vehicles, drive programs S and S+) is char- acterized by the following: sporty engine and automatic transmission settings. the automatic transmission shifts up later. The fuel consumption possibly being higher as a result of the later automatic transmission shift points.
Page 138 Automatic transmission All vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehi- sion automatically shifts up in order to pre- vent engine damage. cles: use the DIRECT SELECT lever page 130) To shift down: pull on the left-hand steering Mercedes-AMG vehicles: use the lever wheel paddle shifter ( page 135).
Page 139 Automatic transmission Upshifting ommended gear is shown in the multifunction display. Pull the right-hand steering wheel paddle If corresponding gearshift recommenda- shifter. tion : appears in the multifunction display The automatic transmission shifts up to the on the instrument cluster, pull on the right- next gear.
Page 140 Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 7G-TRONIC: The transmission is in emergency mode. The acceleration ability It is only possible to shift into second gear and reverse gear.
Page 141: Refueling
Refueling Do not get into the vehicle again during the refu- You must make sure that fuel does not come eling process. Otherwise, electrostatic charge into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing could build up again. and that it is not swallowed. Do not inhale fuel If you overfill the fuel tank, fuel could spray out vapors.
Page 142 Refueling Open the fuel filler flap fully. Fuel filler flap emergency release Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise and remove it. Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of fuel filler flap ;. Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and refuel.
Page 143: Parking
Parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( page 78). Open the trunk lid. Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release page 140). The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed.
Page 144 Parking The engine can be switched off while the vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding the Start/ Stop button for about three seconds. This func- tion operates independently of the ECO start/ stop automatic engine switch-off function. Parking brake WARNING If you must brake the vehicle with the parking brake, the braking distance is considerably...
Page 145: Driving Tips
Driving tips To apply: depress parking brake ; firmly. Only operate this equipment when the vehicle When the engine is running, the $ (USA is stationary. only) or J (Canada only) indicator lamp lights up in the instrument cluster. Observe the legal requirements for the country To release: depress the brake pedal and keep in which you are driving.
Page 146 These factors are not included in the ECO dis- work on the engine carried out at a qualified play. specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- The evaluation of your driving style is carried out mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- using the following three categories: Benz Center for this purpose.
Page 147 This type of damage Carefully depress the brake pedal and the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- beginning and end of a journey. ranty. Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle Change into a lower gear in good time on long ahead.
Page 148 You can obtain further information about this mometer. from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. you intend to have the vehicle towed with New and replaced brake pads and discs only one of the axles raised.
Page 149: Driving Systems
(CO) may enter the critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- vehicle. This is the case, e.g. if the vehicle nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of stone on the path towards autonomous driving.
Page 150: Important Safety Notes
Driving systems Cruise control lever thought out system – for the safety of the vehi- cle occupants and that of other road users. Further information on driving safety systems page 64). Cruise control General notes Cruise control maintains a constant road speed for you.
Page 151 Driving systems Deactivating cruise control stored speed on downhill gradients by auto- matically applying the brakes. There are several ways to deactivate cruise con- trol: Storing the current speed or calling up Briefly press the cruise control lever forwards the last stored speed WARNING Brake.
Page 152 Driving systems Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS while driving on WARNING roads with steep gradients. DISTRONIC PLUS cannot always clearly iden- As DISTRONIC PLUS transmits radar waves, it tify other road users and complex traffic sit- can resemble the radar detectors of the respon- uations.
Page 153 Driving systems Cruise control lever Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: in road and traffic conditions that do not allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on slippery road surfaces. Braking or accel- erating can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle could then skid when there is poor visibility, e.g.
Page 154 Driving systems Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Activating Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards Pulling away and driving you =, or move it up : or down ?. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated. If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal.
Page 155 Driving systems between your vehicle and the vehicle in front a system malfunction occurs. becomes too small. the power supply is not sufficient. When you change lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS Setting a speed monitors the left lane on left-hand-drive vehi- cles or the right lane on right-hand-drive vehi- Press the cruise control lever up : for a cles.
Page 156 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the multi- function display Displaying the assistance graphic Select the Assistance Graphic function page 195). using the on-board computer ( Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti- vated To increase: turn control ; in direction =. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front.
Page 157 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations: Cornering, entering and exiting a bend: the ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late.
Page 158 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and the vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not Stop&Go Pilot aids you in keeping the vehicle in leave the lane. the center of the driving lane by means of mod- The support provided by the system can be erate steering interventions in a speed range impaired if: from 0 - 125 mph (0 - 200 km/h).
Page 159 Driving systems still not started to steer and have not taken hold HOLD function of the steering wheel after five seconds at the latest, a warning tone also sounds to remind you General notes to take control of the vehicle. Steering Assist The HOLD function can assist the driver in the and Stop&Go Pilot are switched to passive.
Page 160 Driving systems Activation conditions When the HOLD function is activated, the trans- mission is shifted automatically to position P if: You can activate the HOLD function if: the driver's door is open and the driver's seat the vehicle is stationary belt is unfastened.
Page 161 Driving systems Activating RACE START If RACE START is used repeatedly within a short period of time, it is only available again Depress the brake pedal with your left foot after the vehicle has been driven a certain and keep it depressed. distance.
Page 162 Driving systems selection remains stored even if you remove the The damping is tuned individually to each wheel SmartKey from the ignition lock. and depends on: your driving style, e.g. sporty Setting raised level the road surface condition, e.g. bumps your individual selection, i.e.
Page 163 Driving systems Suspension tuning Press button :. Indicator lamp = lights up. Comfort tuning is selected. General notes AIRMATIC COMFORT message appears in The electronically controlled damping system the multifunction display. works continuously. This improves driving safety and ride comfort. The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: AMG adaptive sport suspension sys-...
Page 164 Driving systems AMG Ride Control SPORT + message The vehicle may be lowered if you press the sus- appears in the multifunction display. pension setting selector button or the AMG but- ton. The vehicle also lowers if it is stationary. If indicator lamp ? lights up: If Sport or Sport + suspension tuning has Press button : once.
Page 165 Driving systems flower pots or trailer drawbars. PARKTRONIC 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) does not detect such objects when they are in If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC can the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. You neither reduce the risk of accident nor override could damage the vehicle or the objects.
Page 166 Driving systems Warning displays Range Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the vehi- Segments on the right-hand side of the vehi- Segments showing operational readiness The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the center air vents.
Page 167 Driving systems This indicates that you have now reached the If indicator lamp ; lights up, PARKTRONIC is minimum distance. deactivated. Active Parking Assist is then also deactivated. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.
Page 168 Driving systems for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a ence on the parking characteristics of the parking space. Make sure that no persons, ani- vehicle. mals or objects are in the maneuvering range. Use Active Parking Assist for parking spaces: When PARKTRONIC is switched off, Active Park- parallel or at right angles to the direction of ing Assist is also unavailable.
Page 169 Driving systems the area is too small for the vehicle to maneu- ing the a button on the multifunction steer- ver into ing wheel. The system automatically determines whether the parking space is parallel or at right the parking space is bordered by an obstacle, angles to the direction of travel.
Page 170 Driving systems Let go of the multifunction steering wheel. ous factors. These include the position and shape of the vehicles parked in front and Back up the vehicle, being ready to brake at all behind it and the conditions of the location. It times.
Page 171 Driving systems To exit a parking space using Active Park- appears in the multifunction display and a ing Assist: press the a button on the mul- warning tone sounds. tifunction steering wheel. Park Assist Active Accelerate Press the PARKTRONIC button in the center and Brake Observe Surroundings mes- console (...
Page 172 Driving systems Switching the rear view camera on/off The text shown in the multimedia system depends on the language setting. The follow- To switch on: make sure that the Activa‐ ing are examples of rear view camera displays tion by R gear function is selected in the in the multimedia system.
Page 173 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Front warning display imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the Rear warning display vehicle Additional vehicle icon: PARKTRONIC meas- White guide line without turning the steering urement operational readiness indicator wheel, vehicle width including the exterior When PARKTRONIC is operational ( page 164),...
Page 174 Driving systems Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 170). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.
Page 175 Driving systems 360° camera General notes The 360° camera is a system consisting of four cameras. The system processes images from the follow- ing cameras: Rear view camera Front camera Two cameras in the exterior rear view mirrors The cameras cover the immediate surroundings Red guide line at a distance of approximately of the vehicle.
Page 176 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC On vehicles with height-adjustable chassis, is active depending on technical conditions, leaving the standard height can result in: yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is present in close range of the vehicle inaccuracies in the guide lines red line: an object is present in the immediate inaccuracies in the display of generated...
Page 177 Driving systems Selecting the split-screen view or full Top view with picture from the rear view screen mode camera Switching between split screen views: To switch to the line with the vehicle icons: slide 5 the controller. To select one of the vehicle icons: turn 3 the controller.
Page 178 Driving systems Top view with picture from the front cam- Top view with image from the side cam- eras Symbol for the split screen setting with top Symbol for the top view and forward-facing view and front camera image side camera setting Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Yellow guide line for the vehicle width imately 13 ft (4 m) from the front of the...
Page 179 Driving systems Exiting 360° camera display mode The attention level evaluation is deleted and restarts when the journey is continued, if: The 360° camera display is stopped: you switch off the engine when you select transmission position P, or you take off your seat belt and open the driv- when you are driving at moderate speeds er's door, e.g.
Page 180 Driving systems When ATTENTION ASSIST has been deactivated, The sign indicating the end of a restriction only it is automatically reactivated after the engine appears with the restriction in the instrument has been stopped. The sensitivity selected cor- cluster when: responds to the last selection activated (stand- the regulation must be observed with the ard/sensitive).
Page 181 Driving systems Speed limit with unknown restriction As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the traffic conditions care- fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance. Blind Spot Assist is only an aid.
Page 182 Driving systems Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h). Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not indicated. When Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 183 Driving systems Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist can neither reduce the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor override the laws of physics. Lane General notes Keeping Assist cannot take into account the road, traffic and weather conditions.
Page 184 Driving systems you switch on the turn signals. In this event, area. If you then switch on the corresponding the warnings are suppressed for a certain turn signal to change lane, you will also receive period of time. an optical and audible warning. If a risk of lateral collision is detected, corrective braking may a driving safety system intervenes, such as help you avoid a collision.
Page 185 Driving systems Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- The detection of obstacles can be impaired in approved way. the case of: Any unauthorized modification to this device there is dirt on the sensors or anything else could void the user's authority to operate the covering the sensors equipment.
Page 186 Driving systems given when a vehicle enters the blind spot mon- ate course-correcting brake application may be itoring range from behind or from the side. When interrupted at any time if you steer slightly in the you overtake a vehicle, the warning only occurs opposite direction or accelerate, for example.
Page 187 Driving systems vehicle are also monitored with the aid of the the windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged or radar sensor system. Active Lane Keeping covered, for instance by a sticker, in the vicin- Assist detects lane markings on the road and ity of the camera can warn you before you leave your lane unin- the radar sensors in the front or rear bumpers...
Page 188 Driving systems There is a possibility that the Active Lane Keep- there is sufficient distance on the side for ing Assist could misjudge the given traffic sit- other traffic or obstacles. uation. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any time if you: steer slightly in the opposite direction.
Page 189 Driving systems The warning vibration occurs later if: the road has narrow lanes. you cut the corner on a bend.
Page 190: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation One or two segments in the set speed range Important safety notes light up. DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front WARNING moving more slowly than the stored speed: If you operate information systems and com- The segments between the speed of the vehi- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle in front and the stored speed light up.
Page 191 Displays and operation Left control panel The coolant temperature gage is in the instru- ment cluster on the left-hand side ( page 34). Under normal operating conditions and with the Calls up the menu and menu bar specified coolant level, the coolant temperature may rise to 248 ‡...
Page 192 Menus and submenus Right control panel ¤ ECO start/stop function ( page 126) ë HOLD function ( page 157) Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Menus and submenus Makes or accepts a call Menu overview Switches to the redial memory Press the = or ;...
Page 193: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Trip computer "From Start" or "From Displaying the range and current fuel Reset" consumption Distance Press the = or ; button on the steering Driving time wheel to select the Trip menu. Average speed Press 9 or : to select the display with Average fuel consumption approximate range and the current fuel con- sumption.
Page 194 Menus and submenus You can reset the values of the following func- Current road tions: "Follow the road's course" symbol Trip odometer Change of direction announced without a "From Start" trip computer lane recommendation "From Reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the ECO display, the values in the "From Start"...
Page 195 Menus and submenus able to complete the next two changes of direc- To select a preset list or station list: press tion without changing lane. and briefly hold the 9 or : button until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown.
Page 196 Menus and submenus Accepting a call Only for vehicles with a COMAND multimedia system: you can use the Audio menu to play If someone calls you when you are in the video DVDs. menu, a display message appears in the multi- Switch on the multimedia system and select function display.
Page 197 Menus and submenus Redialing Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. The on-board computer saves the last names or Press 9 or : to select Assist. numbers dialed in the redial memory. Graphic.
Page 198 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Steering Press a to confirm. The current selection appears. Assist and Stop&Go Pilot To activate/deactivate: press the a but- Press the = or ; button on the steering ton again. wheel to select the DriveAssist menu. ®...
Page 199 Menus and submenus Instrument cluster For further information about Active Blind Spot Assist, see ( page 182). Selecting the distance unit Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: func- Assist tion allows you to choose whether certain dis- plays appear in kilometers or miles in the mul- Press the = or ;...
Page 200 Menus and submenus Lights Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting Setting the brightness of the instrument Press the = or ; button on the steering cluster lighting and switches wheel to select the Sett. menu. The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the dis- Press the : or 9 button to select the plays and the controls in the vehicle interior can Lights...
Page 201 Menus and submenus Vehicle Deactivating delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting temporarily: Activating/deactivating the automatic Before leaving the vehicle, turn the SmartKey door locking mechanism to position 0 in the ignition lock. Press the = or ; button on the steering Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition wheel to select the Sett.
Page 202 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering any body parts in the sweep of the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. wheel. Press the : or 9 button to select the If somebody becomes trapped: Convenience submenu.
Page 203 Menus and submenus ® SETUP shows the drive program, ESP (Elec- AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) tronic Stability Program) mode and the suspen- Warm-up sion setting. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press 9 repeatedly until SETUP is shown. Briefly press the AMG button on the center console ( page 161).
Page 204 Menus and submenus Starting a new lap You cannot delete individual stored laps. If you have stopped 16 laps, the current lap does not have to be reset. Reset the current lap. Press a to confirm Reset. Reset Race Timer? appears in the multi- function display.
Page 205: Display Messages
Display messages Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press 9 repeatedly until the lap evaluation appears. Each lap is shown in a separate submenu. The fastest lap is indicated by flashing symbol :. Press the 9 or : button to select a dif- ferent lap evaluation.
Page 206 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's tion.
Page 207 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Inoperative See tion. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the instru- ment cluster.
Page 208 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only) or J (Canada only) warning lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. only) (Canada only)
Page 209 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Functions Currently Possible causes are: Limited See Opera‐ function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow tor's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation ®...
Page 210 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
Page 211 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service RequiredorFront The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 212 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are bag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: an adult See Operator's Man‐ a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 213 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions See Operator's Man‐ a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional weight on the seat.
Page 214 Display messages Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The bulb in question is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Low Beam LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all the LEDs in the lamp have failed. The active light function is faulty.
Page 215 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant Level cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. See Operator's Man‐ Add coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so page 268).
Page 216 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not continue driving. The engine could otherwise overheat. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 217 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Engine Oil Level Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- Low Stop Vehicle ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 218 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¨ You have pulled away while the vehicle level is still too low. AIRMATIC sets the vehicle to the selected level after a short period. Stop Vehicle Vehi‐ Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying cle Too Low attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 219 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Lane Keeping Assist Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and Currently Unavaila‐ temporarily inoperative. ble See Operator's Possible causes are: ManualorActive Lane the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Keeping Assist Cur‐...
Page 220 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have inadvertently touched the multifunction steering wheel while steering intervention was active. While steering intervention is active, make sure that the multifunc- tion steering wheel is not touched unintentionally. ® The vehicle has started to skid and ESP has intervened.
Page 221 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Cur‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. rently Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to elec- tromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations or other sources of electromagnetic radiation the system is outside the operating temperature range...
Page 222 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DTR+: Steering Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog there have been no lane markings for an extended period the lane markings are worn, dark or covered, e.g.
Page 223 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Tire Pressure Soon A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires.
Page 224 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. Tires A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 225 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
Page 226 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position D.
Page 227 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The backrest in the rear is not engaged on the left-hand and/or right- hand side. A warning tone also sounds. Rear Left Backrest Push the backrest back until it engages. Not LatchedorRear Right Backrest Not Latched Phone No Service...
Page 228: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock. You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. a warning tone sounds Don't Forget Your The multifunction display shows the display message a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder.
Page 229 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N After starting the engine, the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
Page 230 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only) or J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is moving. A warning tone also sounds. You are driving with the parking brake applied.
Page 231 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
Page 232 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or the traction control system has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Page 233 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N Mercedes-AMG vehicles only: The yellow SPORT handling mode warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. SPORT handling mode is activated. WARNING ®...
Page 234 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 235 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
Page 236 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic.
Page 237 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow combination low tire pressure telltale/TPMS malfunction telltale for the TPMS (pressure loss or malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 238: Multimedia System
Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this Opera- traffic conditions and driving, and increase the tor's Manual describes the basic principles for risk of an accident.
Page 239: Operating System
Operating system the media source or set the volume, the sound Operating system is automatically switched on. Overview Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. General notes Functions Do not use the space in front of the display for storage.
Page 240 Operating system Favorites Navigation mode Calling up and exiting favorites Important safety notes To call up: press the g button on the con- WARNING troller. If you operate information systems and com- Select a favorite, e.g. Vehicle. munication equipment integrated in the vehi- The favorites are displayed.
Page 241 (only available in the USA) yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access tions. conditions for carpool lanes. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool Apps lanes option is activated. select geo-coordinates...
Page 242 If codes match: select on the multimedia In the USA, you can get in touch with the system. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Confirm code on the mobile phone. Depend- ing on the mobile phone used, confirm the...
Page 243 Operating system Inserting/removing an SD card ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the man- Important safety notes ufacturer's operating instructions). WARNING SD cards are small parts. They can be swal- Switching between mobile phones lowed and cause choking.
Page 244 Stowage areas tification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's Stowage areas door. Loading guidelines The trunk is the preferred place to carry objects. WARNING Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or sible and as low down in the trunk as possible.
Page 245: Stowage Areas
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front Eyeglasses compartment Glove box There is a compartment to stow eyeglasses in the headliner on the driver's side. To open: pull handle : and open glove box To open: pull down eyeglasses compart- flap ;.
Page 246 Stowage areas To open: slide the cover forwards by han- dle : in the direction of the arrow until it engages. To close: briefly press the front of handle :. Stowage compartment under the armrest To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards.
Page 247 Stowage areas The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backrests can be folded down separately to increase the trunk capacity. Folding the seat backrest forward Vehicles without memory function: if neces- sary, move the driver's or front-passenger seat forwards. Vehicles with memory function: when one or both parts of the rear seat backrest are folded forwards, the respective front seat moves for- wards slightly, when necessary, in order to...
Page 248 Stowage areas Folding the seat backrest back Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam- aged. Cargo tie-down rings : EASY-PACK trunk box Important safety notes Move the driver's or front-passenger seat for- WARNING wards if necessary.
Page 249 Stowage areas and secure heavy objects in the trunk outside the EASY-PACK trunk box. The maximum permitted load of the EASY-PACK trunk box is 22 lbs (10 kg). With a load of above approximately 11 lbs (5 kg), the bottom of the box moves downward until it rests on the mat of the trunk floor.
Page 250 Never exceed the maximum roof load and WARNING adjust your driving style. If objects in the passenger compartment are Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be use roof carriers that have been tested and thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. In approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 251: Features
Features Always stow objects so that they cannot be thrown around in such situations. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces before starting a journey. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in the trunk.
Page 252 Features Close the cup holder before folding the rear Make sure that any bottles weighing more seat armrest up. Otherwise, the cup holder than 1.1 lb(0.5 kg) that are stored in the bottle could be damaged. holder, rest on the vehicle floor. The bottle holder could otherwise be damaged.
Page 253 Features Swing sun visor : to the side. Slide sun visor : horizontally as required. Rear window roller sunblind Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could be trapped in the sweep of the roller sunblind when the roller Mirror light sunblind is extended or retracted.
Page 254 Features To re-install the insert: press insert = into Ashtray the holder until it engages. Front ashtray To close: briefly press cover : at the front. The cover moves back. The stowage space under the ashtray is not You can remove the ashtray insert and use the heat resistant.
Page 255 Features Your attention must always be focused on the 12 V sockets traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette lighter when road and traffic conditions permit. General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the ignition Cigarette lighter in the front compart- lock ( page 123).
Page 256 The indicator lamp in the SOS button does not tact one of the following telephone hotlines: come on during the system self-test. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The indicator lamp in the F Roadside 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Assistance button does not light up during 1-866-990-9007 self-diagnosis of the system.
Page 257 All important information on the emergency is transmitted, for example: Have the system checked at the nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Center or contact the current location of the vehicle (as determined following service hotlines: by the GPS system)
Page 258 To call: press Roadside Assistance but- To end a call: press the ~ button on the ton :. multifunction steering wheel. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- tomer Assistance Center. Press the corresponding multimedia system The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button for ending a phone call.
Page 259 To end a call: press the ~ button on the multifunction steering wheel. To call MB Info: press MB Info call button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- Press the corresponding multimedia system tomer Assistance Center. button for ending a phone call.
Page 260 "Search & Send" is a destination entry service. A If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with destination address which is found on Google mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: ®...
Page 261 Vehicle remote closing If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz The vehicle remote-closing feature can be used Customer Assistance Center is automatically when you have forgotten to lock the vehicle and notified.
Page 262 Features You will see the Breakdown Assistance Con‐ Information on Roadside Assistance nected message in the display. If the remote page 27). malfunction diagnosis can be started, the Request for Vehicle Diagnostics Downloading routes Received Start vehicle diagnostics? message appears in the display. Downloading routes allows you to transfer and save predefined routes in the navigation sys- Press the...
Page 263 You will be phone assistance services: informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance of the selected areas. You can select the way in Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes which you receive this information beforehand.
Page 264 Features Several attempts might be necessary. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. Synchronizing the rolling code Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" page 261). If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronize the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror.
Page 265 Features Proceed as follows: garage door remote control A will transmit a strong and precise signal to the integrated if you live in Canada garage door opener. if you have difficulties programming the When programming, hold remote control A garage door opener (regardless of where you at varying distances and angles and from but- live) when using the programming steps tons ;...
Page 266 Features Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 123). Press and hold buttons ; and ?. The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow and then green. Release buttons ; and ?. The memory of the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror is cleared.
Page 267: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection sys- If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when tem work under high voltage.
Page 268 Engine compartment Engine oil Important safety notes WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot. Working in the engine compartment poses a risk of injury. Where possible, let the engine cool down and Make sure that the windshield wipers are touch only the components described in the...
Page 269 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption may been tested and approved in accordance with be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service you frequently drive at high engine speeds. Products is available at any authorized Depending on the engine, the oil dipstick may be Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 270 Engine compartment Additional service products Let an overheated engine cool down before opening the hood. If there is a fire in the Important safety notes engine compartment, keep the hood closed and contact the fire department. WARNING Certain components in the engine compart- Checking coolant level ment, such as the engine, radiator and parts of the exhaust system, can become very hot.
Page 271: Maintenance
(see the separate Maintenance Book- let). system You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at WARNING http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Windshield washer concentrate could ignite if The ASSYST PLUS service interval display does it comes into contact with hot engine compo- not show any information on the engine oil level.
Page 272 Care Displaying service messages Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is Switch on the ignition. also available in other countries. You can obtain Press the = or ; button on the steering further information from any authorized wheel to select the Serv.
Page 273 Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Vehicles with a SmartKey: shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not remove the SmartKey from the igni- Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- tion lock. Do not open the driver's door or tle jet of water.
Page 274 Have damaged surface, use the paint care products recommen- tires or chassis components replaced imme- ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the diately. case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the Always maintain a distance of at least care product used.
Page 275: Care
There agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. cleaning cloths.
Page 276 Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn sig- nals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Use clean water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens :.
Page 277 Cleaning the steering wheel and selec- These are characteristics of leather and not tor lever material defects. Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 278 Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning a damp cloth and then wipe the covers agents recommended and approved by down with a dry cloth. Mercedes-Benz. Make sure that the leather does not become soaked. It may otherwise become rough and cracked.
Page 279: Where Will I Find
Where will I find...? Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Where will I find...? Vehicle tool kit General notes The vehicle tool kit can be found in the stowage well under the trunk floor ( page 247). Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Towing eye Tire sealant filler bottle...
Page 280 Flat tire changed. Anyone who is not directly assisting Example: equipment and country-specific in the wheel change should, for example, variations possible. stand behind the barrier. Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traffic Vehicles with alloy wheels and hub caps conditions when doing so.
Page 281: Flat Tire
Flat tire When replacing one or all tires, please observe TIREFIT kit the following specifications for your vehicle's tires: Important safety notes size TIREFIT is a tire sealant. the type and You can use TIREFIT to seal punctures of up to the "MOExtended"...
Page 282 Flat tire Therefore, place the tire sealant bottle with filler hose in the plastic bag which is con- tained in the TIREFIT kit. Environmental note Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of professionally, e.g. at a qualified specialist workshop. Do not operate the tire inflation compressor for longer than eight minutes at a time without a break.
Page 283 In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- acteristics. There is a risk of accident. tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or specialist workshop.
Page 284 Battery (vehicle) ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted. You could lose control of the vehicle, for example: when braking in the event of abrupt steering maneuvers and/or when the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road conditions There is a risk of an accident.
Page 285: Battery (Vehicle)
Observe this Operator's Manual. Have the battery checked regularly at a qualified specialist workshop. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use batteries which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by...
Page 286 When jump-start- charge the battery with a charger recommended ing the vehicle or charging the battery, gases by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- can escape from the battery. There is a risk of ist workshop for further information.
Page 287: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
Page 288 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump- start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
Page 289: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Connect negative terminal ? of donor battery B to ground point A of your vehicle using the jumper cable, connecting the jumper cable to battery of other vehicle B first. Start the engine. Before disconnecting the jumper cables, let the engine run for several minutes. First, remove the jumper cables from ground point A and negative terminal ?, then from pos- itive clamp ;...
Page 290 Towing and tow-starting If you tow or tow-start another vehicle, its weight must not exceed the maximum per- missible gross vehicle weight of your vehicle. It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed away. If the vehicle has suffered transmission damage, have it transported on a transporter or trailer.
Page 291 Towing and tow-starting Removing the towing eye Towing the vehicle with the rear axle raised Unscrew and remove the towing eye. Position cover : on top of the bumper and Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed press it in at the bottom until it engages. with either the front or the rear axle raised, as Attach cover ;...
Page 292: Fuses
If a newly inserted fuse also blows, have the Notes on 4MATIC vehicles cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed Center. with either the front or the rear axle raised, as doing so will damage the transmission.
Page 293 Fuses The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: Fuse box in the trunk Fuse box in the engine compartment on the Pay attention to the important safety notes left-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in page 290). the direction of travel Fuse box in the trunk on the right-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed in the direction of travel...
Page 294: Operation
Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
Page 295 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
Page 296: Winter Operation
M+S tires. Using summer tires at very cold temperatures could cause cracks to form, Snow chains thereby damaging the tires permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for WARNING this type of damage. If snow chains are installed to the front...
Page 297: Tire Pressure
There is a risk of an accident. Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding Follow recommended tire inflation pressures standard of quality. For more information, con- and check the pressure of all the tires includ- tact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 298 Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
Page 299 Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 300 Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
Page 301 Tire pressure same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- Press the 9 or : button on the steering sure loss warning system. wheel to select the Tire Pressure menu. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Press the a button.
Page 302 Tire pressure Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the warning lamp will flash for approximately a minute and then For information on the message display, refer to remain continuously illuminated.
Page 303 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning If the vehicle has been parked for over lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating 20 minutes, the Tire pressures will be pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether the displayed after driving a few minutes warning lamp flashes or lights up indicates message appears.
Page 304 Loading the vehicle Restarting the tire pressure monitor Radio type approval for the tire pres- sure monitor When you restart the tire pressure monitor, all existing warning messages are deleted and the Country Radio type approval number warning lamps go out. The monitor uses the cur- rently set tire pressures as the reference values FCC ID: MRXMW2433A for monitoring.
Page 305: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle Number of seats B-pillar, driver's side Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to Maximum permissible gross vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be weight rating found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard.
Page 306 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is cle. That weight may not safely exceed the 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- Example: steps 1 to 3...
Page 307: All About Wheels And Tires
All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 308 You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 293).
Page 309 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards General: depending on the manufacturer's page 310) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may Department of Transportation, Tire Identifi-...
Page 310 All about wheels and tires flange. The rim diameter is specified in the size description, depending on the man- inches (in). ufacturer (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). Load-bearing index: load-bearing index A is a If a service specification is available, the max- imum speed is limited according to the speed numerical code that specifies the maximum rating in the service specification.
Page 311 All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the "Tires"...
Page 312 All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
Page 313 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.
Page 314 Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras mounted as described under "Mounting a wheel" ( page 313). The combined weight of those optional extras that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 2.3 kg (5 lbs). These Rotating the wheels optional extras, such as high-performance brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-...
Page 315: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from Direction of rotation rolling away Tires with a specified direction of rotation have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk of hydro- planing. These advantages can only be gained if the tires are installed corresponding to the direction of rotation.
Page 316 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the To remove: take socket ;...
Page 317 Changing a wheel ceramic-brake disc and damage it. Therefore, you should proceed carefully and get a sec- ond person assist to you. Alternatively, you can use a second alignment bolt. Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a dirty surface.
Page 318 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you tightening torque. There is a risk of accident. only use wheel bolts which have been approved Have the tightening torque immediately for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. checked at a qualified specialist workshop after a wheel is changed.
Page 319: Wheel And Tire Combinations
Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz the vehicle with: specifically for your vehicle. These tires have been specially adapted for...
Page 320 You can ask for information regarding permitted The emergency spare wheel can be found in the emergency spare wheels at an authorized stowage well under the trunk floor. Mercedes-Benz Center. Lift the trunk floor upwards ( page 247). You should regularly check the pressure of the Remove stowage space :.
Page 321 Take the following steps to stow a used collaps- ible spare wheel. Otherwise, it will not fit into the Pull connector ? and the hose out of the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends housing. that you have this work performed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
Page 322 Emergency spare wheel The specified tire pressure is printed on the yellow label of the emergency spare wheel. When the specified tire pressure has been reached, press on/off switch A on the elec- tric air pump to 0. The tire inflation compressor is switched off. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock.
Page 323: Information Regarding Technical Data
The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an observe the maximum permissible output authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the in these wavebands. data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. only approved antenna positions may be used.
Page 324: Identification Plates
Identification plates Deviations with respect to frequency bands, Identification plates maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. Vehicle identification plate with vehi- The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the cle identification number (VIN) base of the antenna must not exceed the fol-...
Page 325 Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of Engine number products which have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appro- priate section.
Page 326 Service products and filling capacities Tank capacity Other identifications, for example: 0 W-30 Missing values were not available at time of 5 W-30 going to print. 5 W-40 Model Total capa- city Fuel Mercedes‑AMG vehicles All other models Important safety notes 21.1 US gal (80.0 l) WARNING...
Page 327: Service Products And Filling Capacities
If standard unleaded gasoline is unavailable Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed and you have to refuel with unleaded gasoline with the cleaning additive recommended by of a lower grade, observe the following pre- Mercedes-Benz.
Page 328 Do not use any additives in the engine oil. This could damage the engine. Further information on coolants can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- vice Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Brake fluid Or contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 329 Windshield washer system Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. Important safety notes The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for WARNING R-134a refrigerant.
Page 330: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Service work, such as refilling with refrigerant or Vehicle data replacing component parts, may only be carried out by a qualified specialist workshop. All appli- General notes cable regulations, as well as SAE standard J639, Please note that for the specified vehicle data: must be adhered to.
Page 331 Vehicle data Mercedes‑AMG vehicles Maximum roof load 220 lb (100 kg) Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load All other models Vehicle width 81.7 in (2075 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 55.8 in (1418 mm) Wheelbase 113.1 in (2874 mm) Maximum roof load 220 lb (100 kg) Maximum trunk...

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