Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2023 Operator's Manual
Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2023 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 Digital – in the vehicle Vehicle document wallet Familiarize yourself with Here you can find com- the contents of the Oper- prehensive information ator's Manual directly via about operating your the vehicle's multimedia vehicle and about serv- system (menu item "Vehi- ices and guarantees in cle").
  • Page 2 Publication details the front passenger air bag is enabled Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- If the front passenger air bag is enabled, a cles and about Mercedes‑Benz AG can be found child on the front passenger seat may be...
  • Page 3 Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to introduce Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz changes in the following areas: Before your first drive, please read this Operator's Design Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer service...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Brief overview of the most important Anti-theft protection ........77 Protecting the environment ......19 points ............35 Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts ......19 Information on the automatic functions of Operator's Manual ........20 the restraint system ........41 Seats and stowing ......... 80 Mercedes me app .........
  • Page 5 Contents Sockets ............104 Function of 4MATIC ........149 Multimedia system ........218 Installing/removing the floor mats ....105 Refueling ............. 149 Overview and operation ....... 218 Parking ............152 System settings .......... 227 Driving and driving safety systems ....159 Fit &...
  • Page 6 Contents Wheels and tires ......... 347 Display messages and warning/indicator Notes on noise or unusual handling char- lamps ............391 acteristics ........... 347 Display messages ........391 Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and Warning and indicator lamps ....... 440 tires ............347 Notes on snow chains .........
  • Page 7: Symbols

    Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the follow- Observe notes on material damage. ing symbols: These symbols indicate useful instructions or & WARNING Danger due to failure to further information that could be helpful to observe the warning notices you.
  • Page 8: At A Glance

    At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand drive vehicles...
  • Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → → Steering wheel paddle shifters Active Parking Assist → → Combination switch LOW RANGE off-road gear → → Instrument display ® Activates/deactivates ESP → → DIRECT SELECT lever Manual gearshifting → → Media display DYNAMIC SELECT switch →...
  • Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → → Light switch Active Lane Keeping Assist → Switch panel for: Parking Assist PARKTRONIC...
  • Page 12: Indicator And Warning Lamps

    At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps Instrument display...
  • Page 13 At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps → → #! Turn signal lights ü Seat belt → → Fuel level ® å ESP → → 8 Reserve fuel with fuel filler flap location ® ÷ ESP indicator → K High beam →...
  • Page 14: Overhead Control Panel

    At a glance – Overhead control panel...
  • Page 15 At a glance – Overhead control panel → Sun visors p Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off → p Switches the left-hand reading lamp → on/off me button → | Switches automatic interior lighting con- Eyeglasses compartment trol on/off → 3 Opens/closes the sliding sunroof →...
  • Page 16: Door Operating Unit And Seat Adjustment

    At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment...
  • Page 17 At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment → → Child safety lock for the rear side windows Switching the seat ventilation on/off → → Opens/closes the rear left side window Switching the seat heating on/off → → Opens/closes the rear right side window Adjusts the seats electrically →...
  • Page 18: Emergencies And Breakdowns

    At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
  • Page 19 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → → Jack First-aid kit (soft sided) → → Warning triangle Hazard warning lamps → → QR code for accessing the rescue card Vehicle tool kit → → Safety vests Fuel filler flap with instruction labels for tire pressure, fuel type and QR code for accessing →...
  • Page 20: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual The Digital Operator's Manual contains the follow- Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual ing menu items: Multimedia system: Search: allows you to search for specific key- Vehicle Õ Operator's Manual words. Select a menu item. Quick start: provides you with important infor- mation so that you can start using your vehicle In addition, you can also call up the Operator's immediately.
  • Page 21: General Notes

    Do not warm up the vehicle while sta- tionary. vehicle. Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts Operate your vehicle in an environmentally Drive carefully and maintain a suitable distance from the vehicle in front. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental responsible manner to help protect the envi- ronment.
  • Page 22: Operator's Manual

    (e.g. the brake system) may malfunction. Operator's Manual Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devices, Use only Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts or parts of as well as control units and sensors for the equal quality. Use only tires, wheels and acces- This Operator's Manual and the Digital Operator's...
  • Page 23: Mercedes Me App

    Unsuitable fuel can cause engine The on-demand feature is activated when the vehicle. damage. operating the vehicle. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in Speeding up activation Europe through our European Delivery Program. Mercedes me app Switch the vehicle off and lock it.
  • Page 24: Operating Safety

    "Notice of Purchase of Used Operating safety day, 365 days a year. Car" in the Service and Guarantee booklet or sim- ply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA) & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal- Center (USA) at the hotline number...
  • Page 25 General notes Observe the "On-board electronics" section in ried out, this could result in malfunctions or * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to driv- "Technical data". system failures. ing too fast and due to impacts to the vehicle underbody or suspension compo- Always have the prescribed service and &...
  • Page 26: Notes On Assembling The License Plate On The Front License Plate Holder

    General notes received, including interference that may cause underbody paneling. These materials may eras or driving and safety systems may mal- undesired operation.Changes or modifications not ignite if they come into contact with hot parts function or fail. expressly approved by the party responsible for of the exhaust system.
  • Page 27: Diagnostics Connection

    General notes Diagnostics connection & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects If the charge level is low, charge the bat- tery, e.g. by driving a considerable dis- in the driver's footwell The diagnostics connection is a technical inter- tance. face in the vehicle.
  • Page 28: Qualified Specialist Workshop

    If you remove any warning stickers, you or others Qualified specialist workshop weather conditions. could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave An authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center is a warning stickers in position. qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary Observe the following information in particular...
  • Page 29: Notes For Persons With Electronic Medical Aids

    Notes for persons with electronic medical aids from the components. Mercedes-Benz AG cannot, despite carefully Only have repairs and maintenance work in the developing vehicle systems, completely rule out area of the following components carried out at a...
  • Page 30: Problems With Your Vehicle

    Transport Canada cannot become involved in indi- become involved in individual problems between vidual problems between you, your dealer, or In Canada: you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle...
  • Page 31: Limited Warranty

    This damage is not covered either by the Electronic control units possibilities to use data collected from the vehicle Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the Electronic control units are installed in your vehi- to identify the owner or driver, such as the license New‑...
  • Page 32 General notes Legal requirements regarding the disclosure of Generally, the use of these data is temporary; If you use services, such as repair services and data they will not be stored beyond the period of oper- maintenance work, stored operational data as If legally required to do so, manufacturers are, in ation and will only be processed within the vehicle well as the vehicle identification number can be...
  • Page 33 General notes Malfunction memories in the vehicle can be reset address book data for use in connection with phone can be output via the multimedia system. by a service outlet or at your request as part of an integrated hands-free system or an integra- Certain information is simultaneously transferred repair or maintenance work.
  • Page 34 General notes device that you have brought into the vehicle, for ted. This excludes legally prescribed functions and service offers. There you will also find the contact example, a smartphone. Online functions can be services, such as an emergency call system. information for the manufacturer and its data pro- used via the wireless network connection.
  • Page 35: Copyright

    How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the from the EDR is commercially available, accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, Copyright Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC („MBUSA“) expressly How fast the vehicle was traveling. disclaims any and all liability arising from the Free and open source software...
  • Page 36 General notes Registered trademarks ® Gracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote, Inc. ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue- ® ZAGAT Survey and related brands are regis- tooth SIG, Inc. tered trademarks of Zagat Survey, LLC. DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc. ®...
  • Page 37: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points the relationship between the restraint system as much as possible, the stresses on and con- Brief overview of the most important points and the correct behavior of all vehicle occu- sequences for vehicle occupants during an Basic information pants.
  • Page 38 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Information on the correct seat position tance to the parts of the vehicle interior in Put the seat in the correct position. front of them. The seat position must be correct in order for the Fasten seat belts correctly.
  • Page 39 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Do not put your feet up on the cockpit, for the shoulder belt strap. Never route the lap & WARNING Risk of injury or death when example. Your feet may otherwise be in the belt across your abdomen.
  • Page 40 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Observe the information on child seat safety * NOTE Deployment of components of the feature of the seat belt ( page 58). restraint system when the front passenger seat is unoccupied and a seat belt is buckled Function of the restraint system warning lamp When the front passenger seat is unoccupied...
  • Page 41 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop. Function of the seat belt warning lamp The seat belt warning lamp ü on the Instru- ment Display is a reminder that all vehicle occu- pants must wear their seat belts correctly.
  • Page 42 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF is lit, no one may & WARNING Risk of potentially fatal injuries A person in the front passenger seat could use the front passenger seat. then, for example, come into contact with the due to objects trapped under the front If a rearward-facing child restraint system is vehicle interior, especially if the person is sit-...
  • Page 43: Information On The Automatic Functions Of The Restraint System

    Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system In this case, no one may use the front passenger Also observe the following information: struck by the front passenger air bag in the seat and no child restraint system may be instal- The status of the front passenger air bag, see event of an accident.
  • Page 44 Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system The automatic front passenger air bag shutoff can Status of the front passenger air bag in relation to System limits activate or deactivate the front passenger air bag the stature of the person: The front passenger air bag may otherwise be dis- and knee bag according to the situation.
  • Page 45 Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system Vehicles with multicontour seat: increasing the Seat belt adjustment function Only one person should use each seat lateral support by inflating the seat side bol- belt at any one time. ®...
  • Page 46: Purpose And Function Of The Restraint System

    Occupant safety – Purpose and function of the restraint system Overview of the automatic measures after an acci- Driver's air bag, front passenger air bag: fron- Purpose and function of the restraint system dent tal impact Overview of deployment situations (restraint sys- Knee bag: frontal impact Depending on the type and severity of the acci- tem)
  • Page 47 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the tion measures. National guidelines regarding Depending on the apparent type of accident and vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop waste disposal must be observed.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety – Purpose and function of the restraint system Information on the limited protection provided by the shoulder belt is routed across the Before starting the journey, make sure the restraint system center of your shoulder. that there are no objects around the seat belt buckle or between the front seat Risk due to the incorrect behavior of vehicle occu- Risk due to objects in the vehicle interior...
  • Page 49 Use only protective covers approved by the vehicle in the event of an accident or sud- Mercedes-Benz for the seat in question. den steering and braking maneuvers and If it is necessary to modify the vehicle to accom- injure vehicle occupants in the process.
  • Page 50 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the If you change the cover of an airbag or attach vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Seat belts may sustain non-visible damage in objects, e.g.
  • Page 51: Seat Belts

    Occupant safety Have a deployed air bag replaced at a ately replaced at a qualified specialist Airbags qualified specialist workshop as soon as workshop. Overview of air bags possible. Seat belts & WARNING Risk of injury due to deployed airbag Releasing seat belts A deployed airbag no longer offers any protec- Press the release button in the seat belt...
  • Page 52: Safely Transporting Children In The Vehicle

    Safely transporting children in the vehicle Secure children up to a height of 5 ft (1.50 m) Front passenger seat Brief overview of most important points on the respective seat (see illustration above) Securing system: Safely transporting children in the vehicle properly with a suitable and approved child 7 Vehicle seat belt restraint system , and secure small children in...
  • Page 53: Important Safety Notes

    Safely transporting children in the vehicle Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a the Top Tether anchorages Important safety notes child restraint system on a rear seat. Basic information Simply attaching to the ISOFIX mounting brackets The generic term child restraint system...
  • Page 54 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Confirmation that the child restraint system com- Never place objects (e.g. cushions) & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to plies with the standards can be found on an under or behind the child restraint sys- unsecured child restraint systems in the instruction label on the child restraint system.
  • Page 55 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Observe when stopping or parking Never modify a child restraint system. specialist workshop before installing a child restraint system again. Only affix accessories which have been & WARNING Risk of fatal injury due to expo- specially approved for this child restraint sure to extreme heat or cold in the vehicle Avoid direct sunlight...
  • Page 56 Safely transporting children in the vehicle The front passenger air bag is enabled when In addition, the children could also set the off, the co-driver airbag can deploy in the the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp vehicle in motion by, for example: event of an accident.
  • Page 57 Safely transporting children in the vehicle bag is in this status, no rearward-facing child Do not place any objects between the & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury restraint system may be installed on the front seat surface and the child restraint sys- when using a rearward-facing child passenger seat.
  • Page 58: Suitable Child Restraint Systems For The Transport Of Children

    Safely transporting children in the vehicle vical spine during an accident can be reduced in a & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to Always comply with the child restraint rearward-facing child restraint system. system manufacturer's installation incorrect positioning of the child restraint instructions.
  • Page 59 Safely transporting children in the vehicle ® When installing an ISOFIX child restraint Adjust the vehicle head restraints so that the The backrest of the forward-facing child child restraint system is not put under strain restraint system must, as far as possible, be system, also observe the following: by the head restraint.
  • Page 60 Safely transporting children in the vehicle head restraint from the respective seat, if pos- wards from the seat belt outlet and, where Stop the vehicle immediately in accord- sible. After the child restraint system has been possible, downwards to the child restraint sys- ance with the traffic conditions.
  • Page 61 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Activating the special seat belt retractor As a result, the vehicle occupant will be If the child is secured in a LATCH-type Pull the seat belt out fully and let the inertia pushed into the seat belt with increased (ISOFIX) child restraint system with inte- reel retract it again.
  • Page 62 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Adjust the rear seat backrests so that * NOTE Damage to the seat belt for the cen- they are in an upright position. ter seat during installation of the child restraint system Ensure that the rear seat backrest is engaged. To Make sure that the seat belt is not trap- do so, pull forcefully on the seat backrest.
  • Page 63 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Securing the child restraint system with the seat belt & WARNING Risk of accident if the rear bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat back- rest may fold forwards, even when you are driving.
  • Page 64: Child-Proof Locks

    Safely transporting children in the vehicle The seat belts on the following seats are equipped possible, downwards to the child restraint sys- In addition, the children could also set the with a special seat belt retractor: tem. vehicle in motion by, for example: Front passenger seat When installing on the rear seat: also secure releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 65 Safely transporting children in the vehicle Activating and deactivating the child safety lock & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due for the rear side windows to children left unattended in the vehicle If children are traveling in the vehicle, they could, in particular: Open doors, thereby endangering other persons or road users.
  • Page 66 Safely transporting children in the vehicle indicator lamp is off: via the switch on the corresponding rear door or driver's door...
  • Page 67: Opening And Closing

    Opening and closing Unlocks SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Panic alarm Overview of SmartKey functions Keep the key out of reach of children. If indicator lamp does not light up when &...
  • Page 68 Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking verifi- To activate: press button for approximately Deactivating the function of the SmartKey cation signal one second. If you do not use the vehicle or a SmartKey for an A visual and audible alarm is triggered. Multimedia system: extended period of time, you can also deactivate To deactivate: briefly press button...
  • Page 69 You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. the key and keep it away from children. remove emergency key 2. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the If batteries are swallowed or otherwise Inserting the emergency key battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- enter the body, seek immediate medical shop.
  • Page 70 Opening and closing Problems with the key, troubleshooting shielding due to metal objects or induction loops for electrical gate systems or automatic You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle barriers Possible causes are: Make sure that there is sufficient distance The key battery is weak or discharged.
  • Page 71: Doors

    Opening and closing To unlock a rear door: pull the locking pin of To lock: press button 2. Doors the rear door upwards. The buttons are also on the front passenger Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside The rear door is unlocked. door.
  • Page 72: Rear-End Door

    Opening and closing If the vehicle is being tested on a roller dyna- To unlock: turn the mechanical key counter- & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured mometer. clockwise as far as it will go to position 1. items in the vehicle To lock: turn the mechanical key clockwise as If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or far as it will go to position 2.
  • Page 73: Side Windows

    Opening and closing Side windows If someone is trapped, release the but- ton immediately or press the button in Opening and closing the side windows order to reopen the side window. & WARNING Risk of entrapment when open- & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when ing a side window children operate the side windows When opening a side window, parts of the...
  • Page 74 Opening and closing When the vehicle is switched off, you can con- During the closing process, make sure tinue to operate the side windows. that no body parts are in the closing This function is available for around four minutes area.
  • Page 75 Opening and closing Press and hold the Ü button on the Smart- Resolving problems with the side windows in the closing area of the side window and the Key. sliding sunroof. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or The following functions are performed: When the convenience closing feature is fatally injured if reversing protection is not operating, monitor the entire closing...
  • Page 76: Sliding Sunroof

    Opening and closing If a side window is obstructed during closing and Replace the key battery, if necessary & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if the reopens again immediately: page 67). sliding sunroof is operated by children Immediately after this, pull and hold the corre- Children operating the sliding sunroof could sponding button again until the side window Sliding sunroof...
  • Page 77 Opening and closing To start automatic operation: press the 3 Do not allow anything to protrude from button beyond the point of resistance or pull the sliding sunroof. and release it. To interrupt automatic operation: briefly press * NOTE Damage to the sliding sunroof due the 3 button in any direction.
  • Page 78 Opening and closing Rectifying problems with the sliding sunroof point of resistance until the sliding sunroof is & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped closed. despite the reversing function being active & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or The sliding sunroof will be closed with In particular, the reversing function does not increased force.
  • Page 79: Anti-Theft Protection

    The ATA system will be armed automatically after will not be operational. Contact an authorized approximately ten seconds in the following situa- Mercedes-Benz center or call tions: Indicator lamp will flash when the ATA system 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or is armed.
  • Page 80 Opening and closing If the battery is heavily discharged, the burglar The tow-away alarm is automatically deactivated: Function of interior protection alarm system will automatically be deactiva- after the Ü button on the SmartKey is When interior protection is armed, a visual and ted to allow for the next engine start.
  • Page 81 Opening and closing if the sliding sunroof is open Activating/deactivating interior protection Multimedia system: Vehicle î Vehicle Settings Interior Motion Sensor Activate O or deactivate ª the function. Interior protection is reactivated in the following cases: The vehicle is unlocked again. A door is opened.
  • Page 82: Seats And Stowing

    Seats and stowing Your legs are not fully extended and you can Notes on the correct driver's seat position depress the pedals properly & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- The back of your head is supported at eye ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is level by the center of the head restraint in motion...
  • Page 83: Seats

    Seats and stowing Use the grab handles only to stabilize the & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when Before starting the vehicle: in particular, seating position or to assist in getting in adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, adjusting the seat and out of the seat.
  • Page 84 Seats and stowing & WARNING Risk of injury due to head & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to restraints not being installed or being an incorrect seat position adjusted incorrectly The seat belt does not offer the intended level If head restraints have not been installed or of protection if you have not moved the seat have not been adjusted correctly, there is an...
  • Page 85 Seats and stowing Head restraints To adjust the side bolsters of the head & WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrectly restraint: pull or push right or left side bolster adjusted head restraints ▌Adjusting the front seat luxury head restraints manually If head restraints have not been adjusted cor- To move forwards: pull the head restraint for-...
  • Page 86 Seats and stowing ▌Adjusting the head restraints of the rear seats Pull or push the bottom edge of the head Release the rear seat backrest and fold it for- restraint forwards or backwards until the wards slightly ( page 94). manually desired position has been reached.
  • Page 87 Seats and stowing Adjusting the seat contour in the lumbar region of Overview of massage and workout programs Select Massage. the seat backrest (lumbar) Select a massage program. Massage programs Select Lumbar. The massage program will run for approx- The following programs can be selected: imately 8 to 18 minutes, depending on the set- Adjust the air cushions.
  • Page 88 Seats and stowing Requirements In particular, the health of persons with limited The power supply is switched on. temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries. Do not repeatedly switch on the seat heating.
  • Page 89: Steering Wheel

    Seats and stowing Switching the seat ventilation on/off lamps are off, the seat ventilation is switched off. Requirements: The power supply is switched on. Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electrically The steering wheel can be adjusted when the vehicle is switched off. To adjust the distance to the steering wheel To adjust the height Save the settings with the memory function...
  • Page 90: Easy Entry And Exit Feature

    Seats and stowing Switching the steering wheel heater on/off Turn the lever in the direction of arrow Ensure that no one has a body part in the sweep of the seat or steering wheel. Depending on the vehicle version, the steering If indicator lamp lights up, the steering If somebody becomes trapped, press a...
  • Page 91: Memory Function

    Seats and stowing You save the steering column adjustment with When leaving the vehicle, always take the Only use the memory function on the the memory function. key with you and lock the vehicle. driver's side when the vehicle is station- ary.
  • Page 92: Stowage Areas

    Seats and stowing Operating the memory function To call up: press and hold preset position but- & WARNING Danger of entrapment when ton 4, T or U until all the systems memory function is activated by children Storing are in the stored position. When children activate the memory function, they can get trapped, especially if they are unsupervised.
  • Page 93 Seats and stowing over or be thrown around and thereby hit vehi- Always stow objects in such a way that Allow vehicle parts to cool down before cle occupants. they cannot be thrown around in such touching them. situations. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the Driving, braking and steering characteristics event of sudden braking or a sudden change Always make sure that objects do not...
  • Page 94 Seats and stowing Bear the following in mind when loading and Insert the seat belts into seat belt buckles of Stowage compartment in the front center transporting loads: the opposite seat belt in a diagonal pattern. console Do not exceed the permissible total mass or Secure the load with sufficiently tear-resistant Glove box the gross axle weight rating of the vehicle...
  • Page 95 Seats and stowing Opening the through-loading feature in the rear Through-loading feature without cargo compart- passenger compartment ment cover & WARNING Risk of injury from unsecured items in the vehicle If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be thrown around and thereby hit vehi- cle occupants.
  • Page 96 Seats and stowing As a result, the vehicle occupant will be pushed into the seat belt with increased force. The seat belt will not be able to pro- tect as intended and could cause addi- tional injury. Objects or loads in the trunk or cargo compartment will not be restrained by the seat backrest.
  • Page 97 Seats and stowing Folding back the rear bench seat * NOTE Damage caused by trapping the seat belt when folding back the seat back- rest The seat belt could become trapped and thus damaged when the seat backrest is folded back.
  • Page 98 Seats and stowing Rear seat backrests Cargo compartment cover ▌Adjusting the angle of the rear seat backrests ▌Extending/retracting the cargo compartment cover & WARNING Risk of accident if the rear & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to bench seat, rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged poorly secured objects The rear bench seat, rear seat and seat back-...
  • Page 99 Seats and stowing For easier loading, the cargo compartment cover Take cargo compartment cover out by pull- Do not place any objects above the can be folded upwards. ing it upwards. lower edge of the side windows or on the cargo compartment cover.
  • Page 100 Seats and stowing Attaching Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be thrown around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g. by using tie downs, even if you are using the parti- tioning net. For safety reasons, always use a partitioning net when transporting a load.
  • Page 101 Seats and stowing Engage hooks in tie-down eyes on the Pull belt clamp upwards until the lashing left and right. straps are loose. Pull on the loose ends of the lashing straps Remove hooks from tie-down eyes until the partitioning net is tight. the left and right.
  • Page 102 100 Seats and stowing Attaching a roof luggage rack Objects or items of luggage may be flung around and hit vehicle occupants. & WARNING Risk of accident due to exceed- Only hang light objects on the bag ing the maximum roof load hooks.
  • Page 103 If the vehicle is at a standstill and at least three that have not been tested and approved by pairs of supporting feet are being used, you may Mercedes-Benz. exceed the maximum permissible roof load of Only use roof racks approved for 330.7 lb (150 kg) by a maximum of 330.7 lb...
  • Page 104 102 Seats and stowing Do not install the covers until the roof & WARNING Risk of accident due to exceed- & WARNING Risk of falling and injury when rack has been removed. ing the maximum roof load loading and unloading the roof luggage rack The vehicle center of gravity and the usual Bear in mind the following related topic:...
  • Page 105 Seats and stowing 103 * NOTE Maximum permissible roof load The weight of luggage on the roof including the roof luggage rack must not exceed the maximum permissible roof load. The maximum roof load is 330.7 lb (150 kg). The roof luggage rack weighs 132.3 lb (60 kg). This information applies if the load is distrib- uted evenly across the entire roof area.
  • Page 106: Sockets

    104 Seats and stowing Using the 115 V socket in the cargo compartment Sockets & DANGER Risk of death due to using the socket incorrectly Using the 12 V socket & DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to a In particular, you could receive an electric damaged connecting cable or a damaged Requirements shock:...
  • Page 107: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats

    Seats and stowing 105 USB port in the rear passenger compartment there is always sufficient room for the pedals. Depending on the vehicle equipment, the design of the stowage compartment and the Do not use loose floor mats and do not number of USB ports in the rear passenger place floor mats on top of one another.
  • Page 108 106 Seats and stowing Press studs onto holders 2. Adjust the corresponding seat. Removing floor mats Pull the floor mat off holders 2. Remove the floor mat.
  • Page 109: Light And Visibility 107

    Light and visibility 107 Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on/off. ▌Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the side lamps will be deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low-beam indicator lamp.
  • Page 110 108 Light and visibility ▌Automatic driving lights function Please observe the country-specific laws on the Use the combination switch to select the use of rear fog lamps. desired function. The side lamps, low beam and daytime running lights will be switched on automatically depending Switching on high beam on the ignition status and the ambient light.
  • Page 111 Light and visibility 109 Turn signals Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights Adaptive Highbeam Assist To indicate briefly: push the combination ▌Adaptive Highbeam Assist function switch briefly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow or 4. & WARNING Risk of accident despite Adap- The corresponding turn signal light will flash tive Highbeam Assist three times.
  • Page 112 110 Light and visibility Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into High beam will switch off automatically in the fol- account road, weather or traffic conditions. lowing cases: Detection may be restricted in the following At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) cases: If other road users are detected In poor visibility, e.g.
  • Page 113: Interior Lighting

    Light and visibility 111 Switching off Setting the surround lighting Interior lighting Switch off high beam using the combination Multimedia system: Adjusting the interior lighting switch. Vehicle ÷ Light Settings Front overhead control panel Locator Lighting Switching the daytime running lights on/off Activate O or deactivate ª...
  • Page 114 112 Light and visibility Control panel in the grab handle Adjusting the brightness Activating dependency on air conditioning set- tings Select Brightness. Select Climate. Set a brightness value. Activate O or deactivate ª the function. Activating the brightness for zones If changes are made to the temperature set- Select Brightness...
  • Page 115: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System

    Light and visibility 113 Turn the combination switch to the corre- Switching the rear window wiper on/off Windshield wiper and windshield washer system sponding position 1 - 5. Switching the windshield wipers on/off Single wipe/washing: push the button on the combination switch in the direction of arrow í...
  • Page 116 114 Light and visibility Turn switch è to the correct position Installing the wiper blades 1 - 4. The è symbol will appear on the instru- ment display when the rear window wiper is switched on. Changing the windshield wiper blades &...
  • Page 117 Light and visibility 115 Check the condition of the wiper blades regu- When the color of the maintenance displays Hold the wiper arm firmly in place when larly and replace them in the event of visible changes from black to yellow, replace the wiper changing the wiper blade, or place it damage or ongoing smearing.
  • Page 118: Mirrors

    116 Light and visibility Installing the wiper blade Fold the wiper arm back onto the rear window. Mirrors Operating the outside mirrors & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is in motion You could lose control of the vehicle in the fol- lowing situations in particular: If you adjust the driver's seat, the head...
  • Page 119 Light and visibility 117 outside mirrors. Only then will the automatic & WARNING Risk of accident due to mis- mirror folding function work properly. judgment of distance when using the To reset: briefly press button 2. front-passenger mirror An outside mirror that has been pushed out of The outside mirror on the front passenger side position can be engaged in position again as fol- reflects objects on a smaller scale.
  • Page 120 118 Light and visibility System limits You press the button for the outside mirror on Immediately rinse the electrolyte the driver's side. from your skin with water and seek The system will not go into anti-glare mode if: medical attention. The vehicle is switched off.
  • Page 121: Area Permeable To Radio Waves On The Windshield

    Light and visibility 119 Press button to select the front-passenger Area permeable to radio waves on the wind- outside mirror. shield Engage reverse gear. Move the front-passenger outside mirror into the desired parking position using button 2. Calling up Press button to select the front-passenger outside mirror.
  • Page 122: 120 Climate Control

    Sets the temperature on the front rectly. Use filters recommended and approved by passenger side Mercedes-Benz. Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Rear operating unit w Sets the temperature on the driver's...
  • Page 123: Operating The Climate Control System

    Climate control 121 After four hours of non-operational time (igni- Switch off the A/C function only briefly. Other- Setting climate control to automatic mode tion off), the specified climate values for tem- wise, the windows could fog up more quickly. In automatic mode, the set temperature is con- perature setting and manual blower in the Condensation may drip from the underside of the...
  • Page 124 122 Climate control ▌Adjusting the climate mode settings Defrosting the windows Switching the residual heat on or off Multimedia system: Windows fogged up on the inside Requirements: Vehicle b Climate Control The vehicle is parked. Press the à button. Climate Mode If the windows remain fogged up: press It is possible to make use of the residual heat Select...
  • Page 125 Climate control 123 Information on the windshield heater To guarantee the flow of fresh air through the air ▌Adjusting the rear air vents vents into the vehicle interior, note the following: The windshield heater is switched on automati- Always keep the vents and ventilation grilles in cally if the ¬...
  • Page 126: 124 Driving And Parking

    124 Driving and parking Driving get out and be struck by oncoming traffic. Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles operate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example. Observe the notes on the following topics in the Supplement, otherwise you may fail to recognize In addition, the children could also set the dangers.
  • Page 127 Driving and parking 125 To switch on the vehicle: press button Manual display message appears on the Never leave the engine or, if present, the instrument display: start the vehicle with the twice. auxiliary heating running in an enclosed Indicator and warning lamps will light up on key in the marked space (emergency opera- space without sufficient ventilation.
  • Page 128 126 Driving and parking If the vehicle does not start: ▌Charging the starter battery before starting the journey Place key in marked space and leave it You can receive a message on your smartphone there. when the state of charge of the starter battery is Depress the brake pedal and start the vehicle low.
  • Page 129 Driving and parking 127 You can switch off the vehicle at any time as fol- Only briefly allow the engine to reach a maxi- Always secure the engine against unin- lows: mum engine speed of 4500 rpm (4500 rpm). tentional starting before carrying out maintenance or repair work.
  • Page 130 128 Driving and parking Please also observe the following breaking-in Be sure to observe the safety notes and informa- * NOTE Increased wear due to optimized notes: ® tion on ESP page 162). acceleration In certain handling and driving safety systems, When pulling away with optimized accelera- the sensors adjust automatically while a cer- Pulling away with optimized acceleration...
  • Page 131 Driving and parking 129 After no more than five seconds, take your left This jeopardizes the operating and road safety & WARNING Risk of accident if the vehicle is foot quickly off the brake, but keep the accel- of the vehicle. switched off while driving erator pedal depressed.
  • Page 132 130 Driving and parking & WARNING Risk of skidding and of an acci- Open a window on the side of the vehicle This increases the braking distance and the facing away from the wind to ensure an brake system can even fail. dent due to shifting down on slippery road adequate supply of fresh air.
  • Page 133 Driving and parking 131 Observe the changed vehicle height with * NOTE Damage to the drivetrain and * NOTE Reduced battery life due to frequent add-on roof equipment. engine when pulling away short-distance trips Do not warm up the engine while the The 12 V battery may not be sufficiently Please bear in mind that all the speed values vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 134 132 Driving and parking Advice on driving on salt-strewn roads Avoid tire ruts traffic conditions until braking power has been The braking effect is limited on salt-strewn road fully restored. Avoid sudden steering movements surfaces. Brake carefully Therefore, observe the following notes: Notes on off-road driving Also observe the notes on regularly checking Due to salt build-up on the brake disks and...
  • Page 135 Driving and parking 133 Engine oil level: fill engine oil to the maximum In particular, remove trapped plant parts Heavy objects hitting the underbody or level to ensure full gradeability ( page 319) or other flammable material. chassis components. Tire-change tool kit and spare wheel If there is damage, consult a qualified Do not drive over obstacles that could specialist workshop immediately.
  • Page 136 134 Driving and parking In LOW RANGE off-road gear, you can shift from Drive quickly to overcome the rolling resist- Tire pressure table on the inside of the h to k and from i to k without having to ance; the vehicle may otherwise dig itself in. fuel filler flap ( page 350).
  • Page 137 Driving and parking 135 Also observe the following information when driv- Check that the service brake is working nor- ECO start/stop function ing in mountainous terrain: mally after a long downhill stretch. ▌ECO start/stop function Observe the values of the approach/depar- Clean the following components every time The ECO start/stop function is not available ture angle and the maximum gradient-climbing...
  • Page 138 136 Driving and parking The engine will restart automatically in the follow- Vehicle Ready to Drive Switch the Ignition Off Press button 1. Before Exiting ing cases: A display will appear on the Instrument Dis- play when you switch the ECO start/stop You engage transmission position h or k.
  • Page 139: Dynamic Select Switch

    Driving and parking 137 You have driven economically if: Individual The three outer segments are completely filled Individual settings simultaneously. Sports The ECO display border lights up Continues to offer stability but with a sporty The additional range achieved as a result of your setup driving style in comparison with a driver with a Enables a sporty driver to adopt a more active...
  • Page 140 138 Driving and parking ë Desert Drive Away Assist ® Cross Traffic Alert Optimized performance on sand Steering Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Improved traction Vehicles with adjustable damping: Suspension Active Lane Keeping Assist Not suitable for public roads Properties of the Desert drive program: Cruise control Depending on the situation, cylinders can be &...
  • Page 141 Driving and parking 139 Selecting the drive program Press and hold DYNAMIC SELECT switch Configuring drive program I rearwards for approx. three seconds. Multimedia system: A message is shown in the Instrument Display Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT and a warning tone sounds. Individual Drive program ë...
  • Page 142: G-Mode

    140 Driving and parking Displaying vehicle data the country-specific guidelines for permissible you engage at least one differential lock tolerances (basis: UN-ECE No. 85 or country- page 148). Multimedia system: specific guidelines). Display O appears in the Instrument Display. Vehicle e DYNAMIC SELECT Factors that can influence this are, for exam- O is automatically deactivated again if the fol-...
  • Page 143: Automatic Transmission

    Driving and parking 141 Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the trans- Automatic transmission & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due mission position. The current transmission posi- to children left unattended in the vehicle DIRECT SELECT lever tion will be shown on the instrument display. If you leave children unattended in the vehicle, ▌Function of the DIRECT SELECT lever they could, in particular:...
  • Page 144 142 Driving and parking ▌Engaging reverse gear R Proceed as follows if you want the automatic If the vehicle is rolling, do not open a transmission to remain in neutral i even if the Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT door.
  • Page 145 Driving and parking 143 Park position j will be engaged automatically if When the automatic transmission is in transmis- The acceleration characteristics worsen, and the one of the following conditions is met: sion position h, it will shift gears automatically. transmission no longer shifts.
  • Page 146 144 Driving and parking Manual gearshifting To activate/deactivate: press button 1. To deactivate: pull and hold steering wheel paddle shifter 2. If indicator lamp is lit, manual shifting is Permanent setting Transmission position h will appear on the activated. Transmission position p and the instrument display.
  • Page 147 Driving and parking 145 Glide mode function You do not depress the accelerator or brake pedal (except for light brake applications). * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles Glide mode can also be activated if you have Observe the notes in the Supplement. selected the "Eco"...
  • Page 148: Transfer Case

    146 Driving and parking LOW RANGE: Off-road gear for driving off- Shifting the transfer case Transfer case road, when fording and on steep uphill or Operation of the transfer case Shifting to the LOW RANGE off-road gear downhill inclines & WARNING Risk of skidding and having an Properties of the LOW RANGE off-road gear: accident when in LOW RANGE on slippery reduced maximum permissible speed and...
  • Page 149: Differential Locks

    Driving and parking 147 Press the LOW RANGE button. In the on-road position, shift to HIGH RANGE Differential locks The shift request stays active for a maximum Requirements Operation of the differential locks of 30 seconds. If all requirements have not The vehicle is started and you are not driving been fulfilled within this time, shift operation &...
  • Page 150 148 Driving and parking Differential locks improve the traction of the vehi- the differential lock for rear axle disables Cruise control ( page 167) cle when driving off-road and fording. the rotational speed compensation between Blind Spot Assist ( page 176) the wheels of the rear axle.
  • Page 151: Function Of 4Matic

    Driving and parking 149 Differential Lock Engaged ABS and ESP If you park the vehicle with the differential locks front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time Unavailable message and the å ÷ ! engaged, they will be deactivated automatically and for staying in lane.
  • Page 152 150 Driving and parking & WARNING Risk of injury from fuels Change immediately out of clothing that This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol. Your has come into contact with fuel. vehicle is suitable for use with E10 fuel. Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to your health.
  • Page 153 Driving and parking 151 Requirements Even small amounts of the wrong fuel The vehicle is unlocked. could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine. The repair costs are high. Observe the notes on service fluids and fuel. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 154: Parking

    152 Driving and parking Completely insert the pump nozzle into the & WARNING Risk of fire caused by hot In addition, the children could also set the tank filler neck, hook in place and refuel. vehicle in motion by, for example: exhaust system parts Fill the fuel tank only until the pump nozzle releasing the parking brake.
  • Page 155 Driving and parking 153 Engage transmission position j in a station- Garage door opener ary vehicle with the brake pedal depressed ▌Programming buttons for the garage door page 142). opener Switch off the vehicle by pressing button 1. & DANGER Risk of death caused by exhaust Release the service brake slowly.
  • Page 156 154 Driving and parking Press and hold button 1, that you Always make sure that nobody is within wish to program. the range of the garage door's move- Indicator lamp flashes yellow. ment. It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi- Only operate the following doors using the garage cator lamp flashes yellow.
  • Page 157 Driving and parking 155 The remote control for the door drive is not ▌Troubleshooting when programming the remote successfully performed the measures descri- included in the scope of delivery of the garage bed above. If this is the case, contact the control door opener.
  • Page 158 156 Driving and parking ▌Clearing the garage door opener memory In the following situations, the electric parking In addition, the children could also set the brake is also applied: Press and hold buttons and 3. vehicle in motion by, for example: The HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- Indicator lamp lights up yellow.
  • Page 159 Driving and parking 157 The electric parking brake is not automatically You have previously driven at speeds Push handle 1. applied if the vehicle is switched off by the greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica- ECO start/stop function.
  • Page 160 158 Driving and parking Information on collision detection on a parked cle is automatically deactivated to facilitate Standby mode (extension of the starter battery's vehicle the next engine start. period out of use) If a collision is detected on the locked vehicle ▌Standby mode function System limits when towing protection is switched on and colli-...
  • Page 161: Driving And Driving Safety Systems

    Driving and parking 159 If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby Activate O or deactivate ª the function. override the laws of physics. They cannot always mode can be activated or deactivated using the When you activate the function, a prompt will take into account road, weather or traffic condi- multimedia system: tions.
  • Page 162 160 Driving and parking that there are no overhanging loads protruding & WARNING Risk of accident due to restric- into the detection area. ted detection performance of vehicle sen- If there is damage to a bumper or the radiator sors and cameras grille, or after an impact, have the function of the If the area around vehicle sensors or cameras sensors checked at a qualified specialist work-...
  • Page 163 Driving and parking 161 Active Brake Assist ( page 172) Functions of ABS Functions of Off-road ABS Cruise control ( page 167) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the Off-road ABS is specially adapted for driving off- brake pressure in critical driving situations: road: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC page 169)
  • Page 164 162 Driving and parking The Brake Assist System (BAS) supports your ® Observe the following points when ESP is deacti- * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles emergency braking situation with additional brake vated: Observe the notes in the Supplement. force. Driving stability will no longer be improved. You could otherwise fail to recognize If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS is The drive wheels could spin.
  • Page 165 Driving and parking 163 Spinning the wheels results in a cutting mode will be activated. You can select the drive high center of gravity may tip over before action, which enhances traction. programs using the DYNAMIC SELECT switch ® detects this. page 139).
  • Page 166 164 Driving and parking Function of STEER CONTROL ® ® Activating / deactivating ESP (Electronic Stabil- To deactivate ESP : press button until the ity Program) ® å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up on the STEER CONTROL assists you by transmitting a instrument display.
  • Page 167 Driving and parking 165 HOLD function ▌Activating/deactivating the HOLD function The electric parking brake is released. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva- ▌HOLD function & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the ted. The HOLD function holds the vehicle at a stand- HOLD function being active when you still without requiring you to depress the brake The transmission is in position h, k or i.
  • Page 168 166 Driving and parking In the following situations, the vehicle is held by You can choose between two settings: & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due transmission position j and/or by the electric Standard: normal system sensitivity. to the vehicle rolling away parking brake: Sensitive: higher system sensitivity.
  • Page 169 Driving and parking 167 You can have the following status information for Particularly in the following situations, ATTENTION ▌Setting ATTENTION ASSIST ATTENTION ASSIST displayed in the assistance ASSIST only functions in a restricted manner and Multimedia system: menu of the on-board computer: warnings may be delayed or not occur: Vehicle k Assistance...
  • Page 170 168 Driving and parking foot from the accelerator pedal after overtaking, System limits ▌Operating cruise control cruise control will resume speed regulation back Cruise control may be unable to maintain the to the stored speed. stored speed on uphill gradients. The stored &...
  • Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Press rocker switch M up or N Deactivating cruise control down. Select O with the left rocker switch. The current speed is stored and maintained by the vehicle. Deactivating cruise control Select N with the right rocker switch. Select J with the left rocker switch.
  • Page 172 170 Driving and parking Other features of Active Distance Assist In parking garages or on roads with steep If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC no DISTRONIC: uphill or downhill gradients. longer detects a vehicle in front or does Adjusts the driving style depending on the If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as not react to relevant objects.
  • Page 173 Driving and parking 171 ® is activated and is not intervening. & WARNING Risk of accident if detection function of Active Distance Assist The transmission is in position h. DISTRONIC is impaired The driver's door is closed. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC does not Check of the radar sensor system has been react or has a limited reaction: successfully completed.
  • Page 174 172 Driving and parking To activate without a stored speed: press & WARNING Risk of an accident due to rocker switch up M or down N, or Accelerate the vehicle to the desired speed Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC being select J with the left rocker switch. and press rocker switch up M.
  • Page 175 Driving and parking 173 If Active Brake Assist has detected a risk of colli- The individual subfunctions are available in the fol- & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by sion, a warning tone sounds and the L warn- lowing speed ranges: limited detection performance of Active Distance warning function ing lamp lights up in the Instrument Display.
  • Page 176 174 Driving and parking Situation-dependent brake force boosting Active Brake Assist may cancel the brake applica- Moving pedestrians Up to approx. 50 mph tion when one of the following conditions is fulfil- (80 km/h) Situation-dependent brake force boosting may led: intervene at speeds above approximately 4 mph Stationary pedestrians No reaction you maneuver to avoid the obstacle...
  • Page 177 Driving and parking 175 In complex traffic situations where objects ▌Setting Active Brake Assist Traffic Sign Assist cannot always be clearly identified. Multimedia system: ▌Function of Traffic Sign Assist For pedestrians or vehicles if they move Vehicle k Assistance Traffic Sign Assist detects traffic signs with the quickly into the sensor detection range.
  • Page 178 176 Driving and parking system by how much the maximum permitted If you turn sharply when passing traffic signs Blind Spot Assist speed may be exceeded before a warning is given. outside the camera's field of vision. ▌Function of Blind Spot Assist You can specify whether the warning is to be just ▌Setting Traffic Sign Assist Blind Spot Assist uses two lateral, rear-facing...
  • Page 179 Driving and parking 177 If there are narrow vehicles, e.g. bicycles or Active Lane Keeping Assist & WARNING Risk of accident despite Blind motorbikes Spot Assist ▌Function of Active Lane Keeping Assist If the road has very wide or narrow lanes Active Lane Keeping Assist monitors the area in Blind Spot Assist does not react to vehicles If vehicles are not driving in the middle of their...
  • Page 180 178 Driving and parking Conditions for a course-correcting brake applica- If a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is tion detected and displayed. Lane markings were detected on both sides of the If you deactivate the Active Lane Keeping Assist lane.
  • Page 181 Driving and parking 179 If the distance to the vehicle in front is too & WARNING Risk of accident despite inter- especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist short and thus the lane markings cannot be alerts you. vention of Active Lane Keeping Assist detected.
  • Page 182 180 Driving and parking To deactivate: press and hold button 2. In the Adaptive setting, there will also be no warn- sion, even with a laden vehicle. The damping is ing vibration in the following situations: adjusted depending on the drive program selected If indicator lamp lights up, Active Lane or when using the off-road systems.
  • Page 183 Driving and parking 181 helps you to orient yourself and avoid obstacles when backing up. The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attention to the surroundings. Responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking always lies with you.
  • Page 184 182 Driving and parking Red guide line at a distance of approximately Red guide line at a distance of approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) from the ball head of the trailer 1.0 in (0.3 m) from the rear area hitch Yellow warning indicator of Parking Assist Ball head of the trailer hitch PARKTRONIC: obstacles at a distance...
  • Page 185 Driving and parking 183 There is heavy rain, snow or fog. 360° camera Views of the 360° Camera You can select from different views: The ambient light is poor, e.g. at night. ▌Function of the 360° Camera Cameras – or the vehicle components in The 360°...
  • Page 186 184 Driving and parking Off-road view Top view Orange segments: obstacles at a distance between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) Red segments: obstacles at a very short dis- tance of approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less Guide lines Warning display Warning display...
  • Page 187 Driving and parking 185 Red guide line at a distance of approximately 1.0 in (0.3 m) from the rear area Mark at a distance of approx. 3.3 ft (1.0 m) When Active Parking Assist is active, the lane markings are displayed in green. The guide lines show the distances to your vehicle.
  • Page 188 186 Driving and parking System limits The contrast of the media display may be impaired by abrupt, direct sunlight or by other The 360° Camera will not function or will only light sources, forexample, when you are driv- partially function in the following situations: ing out of a garage.
  • Page 189 Driving and parking 187 ▌Opening the camera cover of the rear view Parking Assist PARKTRONIC be set to sound at a greater distance of approx- imately 3.3 ft (1.0 m) in front and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) on camera ▌Function of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC the sides ( page 191).
  • Page 190 188 Driving and parking Orange segments: obstacles at a distance Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC between approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) and 2.0 ft (0.6 m) Red segments: obstacles at a very short dis- tance of approx. 1.0 ft (0.3 m) or less System limits Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessarily take into account the following obstacles:...
  • Page 191 Driving and parking 189 If a warning tone also sounds for approximately is issued. The lateral segments light up orange or Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is operational two seconds every time the vehicle is started, it red, depending on the distance to the obstacle. and can also warn the driver about obstacles may be due to one of the following causes: at the side of the vehicle.
  • Page 192 190 Driving and parking Saved obstacles are deleted in the following situa- ▌Activating/deactivating Parking Assist tions, for example: PARKTRONIC You switch off the vehicle. * NOTE Risk of an accident from objects at You open the doors. close range Each time the vehicle is restarted, obstacles must Parking Assist PARKTRONIC may not detect be detected again before a warning can be certain objects at close range.
  • Page 193 Driving and parking 191 ▌Setting the warning tones of Parking Assist when Parking Assist PARKTRONIC gives an audi- appears in the media display. The arrows show on ble warning. which side of the road free parking spaces are PARKTRONIC located. Multimedia system: Select Audio Fadeout During Warning...
  • Page 194 192 Driving and parking You engage transmission position j. When transporting a load that protrudes & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects beyond the vehicle. ® intervenes. located above or below the detection If the parking space is on a steep downhill or range of Active Parking Assist You open the rear door.
  • Page 195 Driving and parking 193 If the parking space is bordered by an obsta- The turn signal indicator is switched on auto- cle, e.g. a tree, a post or a trailer. matically when the parking procedure begins. Off-road when at a different height. You are responsible for selecting the turn signal indicator in accordance with the traffic condi- ▌Parking with Active Parking Assist...
  • Page 196 194 Driving and parking select the corresponding transmission posi- ▌Exiting a parking space with Active Parking tion. Assist The vehicle drives into the selected parking Requirements space. The vehicle has been parked with Active Park- During the parking procedure with Active ing Assist.
  • Page 197 Driving and parking 195 Take Control of Vehicle message prompt you to & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehicle take control of the vehicle. swinging out while parking or pulling out of a parking space The vehicle is not automatically braked and can roll away.
  • Page 198 196 Driving and parking If an incorrect transmission position is Cross Traffic Alert can warn drivers of any cross- & WARNING Risk of accident caused by limi- engaged. ing traffic when backing up and maneuvering out ted detection performance of Drive Away of a parking space.
  • Page 199: Trailer Hitch

    Driving and parking 197 ▌Activating or deactivating maneuvering assis- & WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuita- & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehi- tance ble ball neck cle/trailer combination swerving Multimedia system: If you install an unsuitable ball neck, the trailer If you drive too fast in trailer operation, the Vehicle k Assistance...
  • Page 200 198 Driving and parking Do not exceed the following values: Attaching the ball neck In the case of retrofitting a trailer coupling, Permissible towing capacity please observe the attachment points on the & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due vehicle frame.
  • Page 201 ® trailer stabilization Information about a suitable ball neck for Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Mercedes-Benz vehicles can be obtained from a Secure the vehicle against rolling away. Active Parking Assist qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Remove cover cap from the ball neck Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 202: Vehicle Towing Instructions

    200 Driving and parking Accessories can be connected to the perma- Secure the vehicle against rolling away. nent power supply up to 180 W and to the Disconnect the electrical connection between power supply that is switched on via the igni- the vehicle and the trailer.
  • Page 203: Instrument Display And On-Board Computer 201

    Instrument display and on-board computer 201 Notes on the instrument display and on-board Only operate this equipment when the computer traffic situation permits. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the & WARNING Risk of accident if the instru- vehicle whilst paying attention to road ment display fails and traffic conditions and operate the...
  • Page 204: Overview Of Instrument Display

    202 Instrument display and on-board computer Overview of instrument display Speedometer Time During normal operating conditions, coolant temperature display is permitted to rise to the The segments on the speedometer indicate Area for additional values (example: tachome- red mark. the status of the following systems: cruise ter): tachometer / navigation / ECO display / control / Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC consumption / G-meter / date...
  • Page 205: Overview Of Buttons On The Steering Wheel

    Instrument display and on-board computer 203 The on-board computer is operated using the left- ò Main menu, multimedia system Overview of buttons on the steering wheel hand Touch Control and the left-hand back/home Touch Control multimedia system button. G Back button (multimedia system) When the on-board computer is being operated, Brightness control to adjust the lighting in the different acoustic signals will sound as operating...
  • Page 206: Overview Of Displays On The Instrument Display

    204 Instrument display and on-board computer To call up the menu bar: press the left-hand On the corresponding menu, use the left-hand ë HOLD function ( page 165) back button until the menu bar is displayed. Touch Control to scroll to the end of the list. _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist ( page 109) Press the left-hand Touch Control.
  • Page 207: Voice Control System 205

    Voice Control System 205 Press the rocker switch up: 6 makes/ Notes on operating safety accepts a call For your own safety, always observe the following Press the rocker switch down: ~ rejects/ points when operating mobile communications ends a call (ends the Voice Control System) equipment and especially your voice control sys- tem: Conducting a dialog with the Voice Control Sys-...
  • Page 208: Using The Voice Control System Effectively

    206 Voice Control System Operable functions Application-specific voice commands are only Using the Voice Control System effectively available for the active application. You can use the Voice Control System to operate Features of audible help functions the following equipment depending on the fea- Once the Voice Control System is started an auto- You receive information and help for the following tures:...
  • Page 209: Essential Voice Commands

    Voice Control System 207 Avoid loud noises that cause interference Do not use any abbreviations, unnecessary can be used regardless of the application that is while making a voice command entry, e.g. the spaces or special characters. currently active. blower. If a station list entry is not recognized: A voice tag in the address book is not recognized: Say the "Read out station list"...
  • Page 210 To switch to USB Memory card To switch to memory card Internet application <Name> To start a Mercedes-Benz online application. The application must be called up once using the multi- media system prior to use. Mercedes-Benz Apps To switch to Mercedes-Benz Apps...
  • Page 211 Voice Control System 209 Navigation voice commands Voice command Function Navigate to <Address/POI/Contact> Universal search for all types of destinations. A search is also conducted in the address book con- tacts, the navigation database and on the Internet (POIs). The order of the details, e.g. city, street or house number, can be changed.
  • Page 212 210 Voice Control System Voice command Function Enter country Enters a country/city/district/street/intersection/house number/ZIP code Enter city Enter district Enter street Enter intersection Enter house number Enter ZIP code Nearest restaurant Searches for nearby restaurants, parking spaces, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations Nearest parking lot Nearest rest area with restrooms Nearest gas station...
  • Page 213 Voice Control System 211 Voice command Function Restaurant at destination Searches for restaurants, parking spaces, rest areas with restrooms and gas stations at the destina- tion Parking at destination Rest area with restrooms at destination Gas station at destination Navigate to <POI category> along the route Navigation to POIs along the route/at the destination/nearby on the basis of the input of specific cat- egories, e.g.
  • Page 214 212 Voice Control System Voice command Function Show traffic map Switches the traffic map on/off Hide traffic map Switch on POI symbols Switches the POI symbols display on the map on/off Switch off POI symbols Overview of telephone voice commands You can use the telephone voice commands to make phone calls or search through the address book.
  • Page 215 Voice Control System 213 Overview of radio voice commands Radio voice commands can also be used when the radio application is running in the background. Radio voice commands Voice command Function Station <Name> To call up receivable or saved stations <Frequency>...
  • Page 216 214 Voice Control System Overview of media player voice commands Media player voice commands can also be used when the media player is running in the back- ground. Media player voice commands Voice command Function Play <Tracks> The names of all available tracks, albums, artists, composers, genres or playlists are accepted during the search.
  • Page 217 Voice Control System 215 Voice command Function Show all albums Available albums, artists, composers, genres, tracks or playlists are searched for. Show all artists Show all composers Show all genres Show all tracks Show all playlists Next track To select the next track Previous track To select the previous track Random track list on...
  • Page 218 216 Voice Control System Message voice commands Voice command Function Text message to <Name> To create a message. All address book names are available. Reply To reply to a message Forward text message To forward a message Overview of vehicle voice commands You can use the vehicle voice commands to directly call up the corresponding menus for the vehicle settings.
  • Page 219 Voice Control System 217 Voice command Function Energy flow To display energy flow settings Ionization menu To display ionization settings Climate control menu To display climate control settings Automatic climate control driver on To switch on the automatic climate control settings on the driver's side Light menu To display light settings Relaxation menu...
  • Page 220: 218 Multimedia System

    218 Multimedia system Switches the mute function on/off Overview and operation page 224) Overview of the multimedia system Mercedes-AMG vehicles: sets the volume (turn) and switches the multimedia system on & WARNING Risk of distraction from infor- or off (press) mation systems and communications Ü...
  • Page 221 Multimedia system 219 Automatic temperature-controlled switch-off fea- Touch Control To select a menu item: swipe up, down, left or ture: if the temperature is too high, the brightness right on Touch Control 2. ▌Operating Touch Control is initially reduced automatically. The display may Press Touch Control 2.
  • Page 222 220 Multimedia system Operating the controller Calls up favorites: when the main functions are displayed, slide controller down. Controller Controller operating options: Turn 3 counter-clockwise or clockwise. Slide 1 left or right. Slide 4 up or down. Slide 2 diagonally. Press 7 briefly or press and hold.
  • Page 223 Multimedia system 221 ▌Setting the sensitivity for the touchpad ▌Activating or deactivating haptic operating % button Multimedia system: feedback on the touchpad Pressing briefly: returns to the previous dis- Multimedia system: System w Input play System w Input Select Touchpad Sensitivity.
  • Page 224 222 Multimedia system To hide the control menu: swipe down with System Settings Calls up the telephone two fingers. The swipe must start in the upper Ø button Add your own favorites ( page 222) area of the touchpad. Sets vehicle functions Rename favorites ( page 223).
  • Page 225 Multimedia system 223 Navigate downwards twice. Navigate downwards once. Navigate downwards once. The Favorites menu appears. Select a favorite. Select a favorite. Select Favorite. Navigate downwards once. Navigate downwards once. The categories are displayed. The Favorites menu appears. The Favorites menu appears. Select a category.
  • Page 226 224 Multimedia system Switching the mute function on/off To switch on: change the media source or turn volume control 1. Adjusting the volume Adjusting with the volume control On the multifunction steering wheel On the multimedia system On the multifunction steering wheel To mute: press volume control 1.
  • Page 227 Multimedia system 225 The volume of the navigation announce- Only operate this equipment when the ment changes in accordance with the vol- traffic situation permits. ume of the current media source. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the During a phone call vehicle whilst paying attention to road and traffic conditions and operate the...
  • Page 228 226 Multimedia system On the Touch Control and controller: select ▌Entering characters using the controller Ä To switch to special characters and sym- the characters in the character bar. bols. Example: renaming favorites Depending on the target entry, the following X To switch to upper-case or lower-case let- characters are available: ters.
  • Page 229: System Settings

    Multimedia system 227 Example: renaming a favorite To delete a character: swipe left when the cur- This function adjusts the ambient lighting for sor is located in the input line. the selected display style. To confirm the entry: press the touchpad. Setting the display brightness To finish character entry: swipe upwards.
  • Page 230 228 Multimedia system Navigation Map Select a country #. ▌Setting the time and date format Depending on the country, time zones are dis- Multimedia system: Consumption played. System & Time and Date Time and Date Select a time zone. Set Format The time zone set is displayed after Time Set the date and time format #.
  • Page 231 Multimedia system 229 Connectivity Internet connection ( page 290) Wi-Fi Listening to music via Bluetooth ® audio ▌Switching transmission of the vehicle position ▌Wi-Fi connection overview on/off You can use Wi-Fi to establish a connection with a Transferring business cards (vCards) into the Multimedia system: Wi-Fi network and to access the Internet or other vehicle...
  • Page 232 230 Multimedia system Security key Connecting the multimedia system with a device All devices support a security key as a means via Wi-Fi of connection. The connection to a secure Wi-Fi network is This function is not available if a HERMES commu- made via a security key.
  • Page 233 Multimedia system 231 Device has already been connected: device to be connected. The type of connection Select Continue in the multimedia system. established must be selected on the multimedia To automatically connect: highlight a Wi-Fi net- Connecting using a security key system and on the device to be connected.
  • Page 234 232 Multimedia system Select Generate Security Key. Enter the security key in the external device. De-authorizing the device A connection will be established with the Please start COMAND Touch on your Select an authorized device from the list. newly created security key. device and follow the instructions.
  • Page 235 % Units Current vehicle settings can be edited after when data is being exported. or mi. Select the import. Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of In the multifunction display of the Instrument Exporting data. Display, switch the Additional Speedometer If PIN protection is activated, your PIN is reques- display on O.
  • Page 236 Enter the current PIN. Alternatively, you can have PIN protection take several minutes. Select Change PIN. reset at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Set a new PIN. Activating/deactivating PIN protection User profile Activating PIN protection for data export Requirements: ▌Setting a user profile...
  • Page 237 This Certain settings, such as address book ensures that the latest user profiles are available. A Mercedes me account exists at https:// entries or previous destinations from the navi- me.secure.mercedes-benz.com. Select Automatic Synchronization. gation system, are not exported.
  • Page 238 236 Multimedia system Software updates Advantages of software updates ▌Carrying out software updates Software updates ensure your vehicle's technol- ▌Information on software updates Requirements: ogy is up-to-date. The multimedia system displays a corresponding There is an Internet connection In order to constantly improve the quality of our message when a software update is available.
  • Page 239 Multimedia system 237 Activating a software update The system update can be downloaded man- on the multimedia system display. Consult a quali- ually at a later time ( page 236). fied specialist workshop to resolve the problem. Restart the system. You will be informed when the download is com- ▌Function of important system updates Reset function...
  • Page 240 The PIN is reset. Select No. The current PIN stays the same after resetting. If you have forgotten your PIN, an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center can deactivate the PIN protection for you. A prompt appears again asking whether you really wish to reset.
  • Page 241: Fit & Healthy

    Multimedia system 239 Fit & Healthy ENERGIZING COMFORT ▌Overview of the ENERGIZING COMFORT programs Program overview Program Function Refresh Can make targeted changes to the vehicle's interior climate to refresh vehicle occupants. Cooling airflow and ionization purify the air. The vehicle interior is illuminated with cool colors and the seat is ventilated. Vitality Can counteract diminishing attentiveness in monotonous driving situations.
  • Page 242 240 Multimedia system Program Function Well-being Can aid the physical and mental relaxation of vehicle occupants. A back massage combined with local warmth provide relaxation. The air is purified using ionization and a pleasant fragrance is released. The audio player plays selections of calming music and the vehicle interior is illuminated with pleasant lighting.
  • Page 243: Navigation

    Multimedia system 241 For more information on pausing or skipping If a climate control setting is changed, a cli- Navigation through videos, see ( page 299). mate bar appears briefly. Switching navigation on If, during an active program, a function require- Multimedia system: ment is no longer met, a corresponding message Showing or hiding the navigation menu...
  • Page 244 The service has been activated at an author- Free search If you operate information systems and com- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Search step-by-step munication devices integrated in the vehicle Further information can be found at: https:// when driving, you could be distracted from the...
  • Page 245 Multimedia system 243 Method 1: free search To delete an entry: select % (if availa- Enter the online destination or a three-word address in the input line. ble). Enter the POI or address in 2. The entries Enter a three-word address ( page 247).
  • Page 246 244 Multimedia system If the top line of the character bar is highligh- An entry, e.g. POI, can be deleted with Select the destination. ted, navigate upwards. £ in a step-by-step search. Navigate to The destination address is shown. The character bar is hidden. City or ZIP the left to do so.
  • Page 247 Multimedia system 245 Select All Categories and the category. Select the POI. Select Yes. If route guidance is not active: the search The automatic gas station search begins. The Example: setting the search position for the park- begins in the vicinity of the current vehicle available gas stations along the route or in the ing category during active route guidance position.
  • Page 248 246 Multimedia system If there are already four intermediate destina- Select Set as Next Way Point after entering To delete a destination: highlight the destina- tions: select in the prompt. the destination. tion or the intermediate destination. The selected gas station is entered into posi- Select ¥...
  • Page 249 Multimedia system 247 Multimedia system: ▌Entering geo-coordinates Searching for a destination using 3 word addresses is not possible in all countries. Multimedia system: Navigation Navigation Multimedia system: ¬ Previous and Other Destinations ¬ Previous and Other Destinations Contacts Navigation ª Enter Destination Geo-coordinates Select the contact.
  • Page 250 248 Multimedia system Spanish: suertes.diga.pesca Slide the controller in any direction. Showing traffic messages in the vicinity of the The map moves in the corresponding direction 3 word addresses are unique, easy to remem- under the crosshair. The more you move your Select Traffic Messages for the Vicinity.
  • Page 251 Multimedia system 249 Slide the controller down. destinations are deleted. Route guidance to Select the route type. Select the POI category. the new destination begins. If route guidance is active, the new route is calculated with the new route type. % User Defined allows personal POI symbols to Set as Next Way...
  • Page 252 250 Multimedia system Ask in the Event of Traffic Jam Avoidance can be ▌Selecting route options Using carpool lanes selected. Multimedia system: Select Number of Occupants in the Vehicle. Navigation À Route and Position Automatic Traffic Jam Avoidance Ask in Select number.
  • Page 253 Multimedia system 251 The multimedia system announces the names ▌Selecting an alternative route The prompt Reserve Fuel Do you want to start a of the roads that will follow the upcoming search for surrounding gas stations? appears. Multimedia system: change of direction. Navigation À...
  • Page 254 252 Multimedia system vicinity of the vehicle's current position are Route guidance The road and traffic rules and regulations always displayed. have priority over multimedia system driving ▌Notes on route guidance instructions. Select the service station. The service station address is displayed. The following driving instructions can be used: &...
  • Page 255 Multimedia system 253 Incomplete digital map data There are three phases when changing direction: down to 0 feet (0 m) and the current vehicle position symbol has reached the highlighted Preparation phase Notes on GPS reception change-of-direction point. The correct function of the navigation system If there is enough time between the changes When the change of direction is complete, the depends amongst other things on GPS reception.
  • Page 256 254 Multimedia system Possible lane ▌Switching navigation announcements on or off In this lane, you will only be able to complete Requirements: the next change of direction. Route guidance is active. Lane not recommended To switch off: press the volume control on the In this lane, you will not be able to complete multifunction steering wheel during a naviga- the next change of direction without changing...
  • Page 257 The route is recalculated. Multimedia system: Select õ Audio. The minimum volume can be individually set Navigation Select Navigation and Traffic Announce- at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ments. Select ! Voice Guidance Via system settings: select System. Switch Voice Guidance During Call...
  • Page 258 256 Multimedia system Route guidance is active. ▌Overview of route guidance from an off-road If the vehicle is displayed as being offroad, the fol- lowing displays appear: location to a destination Multimedia system: Off-road position: the current vehicle position is Road Not Mapped message Navigation...
  • Page 259 Navigation lowing sources: destination. Route guidance begins. ¬ Previous and Other Destinations Mercedes-Benz Apps A destination has been received with picture Previous Destinations Door-to-door navigation with Companion app information: select Start Route Guidance.
  • Page 260 At any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center ▌Traffic information overview authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Traffic reports are received using Live Traffic Infor- Via an MB Info call to the Mercedes-Benz mation and are used for route guidance. ▌Display subscription information Customer Assistance Center This service is unavailable in some countries.
  • Page 261 Multimedia system 259 The traffic map shows the following information, If the vehicle approaches a danger area on When a traffic report symbol is under the for example: the route, a warning message is displayed crosshair, press on the central control ele- on the map.
  • Page 262 260 Multimedia system ▌Issuing hazard warnings Map and compass • Filters the display of POIs in the vicinity Multimedia system: according to POI category ▌Map and compass overview Navigation Z Options Switches the display of personal POI symbols on the map on or off Announcements Switches one of the following displays on or Activate O...
  • Page 263 Alternatively, if the map is displayed in full The service has been activated at an Navigation screen mode, press the central control ele- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ment. To zoom in: swipe down on the Touch Control. Further information can be found at: https:// The map menu appears.
  • Page 264 262 Multimedia system ▌Selecting the map orientation ▌Selecting POI symbols ▌Selecting the display of text information in the Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Navigation Z Options Navigation Z Options Navigation Z Options Map Menu Map Content Text Information Alternatively, if the map is displayed in full POIs include gas stations and hotels which can be screen mode, press the central control ele- displayed as symbols on the map, for example.
  • Page 265 Information about new versions of the digital To search for an area via the map: select does not appear. map can be obtained from an authorized Using Map. Mercedes-Benz Center. Move the map. Climate Control displays the current climate control settings. ▌Overview of avoiding an area...
  • Page 266 264 Multimedia system ▌Changing an area Taking the area for the route into account obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Multimedia system: Avoid O an area in the list. Navigation À Route and Position You can have updates to the digital map imple- If route guidance is active, a new route is cal- culated.
  • Page 267 ▌Overview of map data In the event of the following problems, please ▌Setting the map scale automatically contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center: Your vehicle is supplied with map data at the fac- Multimedia system: tory. Depending on the country, map data for your...
  • Page 268: Telephone

    ▌Calling up information on navigation The service has been activated at an author- and traffic conditions and operate the Multimedia system: ized Mercedes-Benz Center. equipment with the vehicle stationary. Navigation Z Options Further information is available at: https:// Navigation Info www.mercedes.me...
  • Page 269 You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving when operating mobile communication equipment in the vehicle. Further information can be obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/...
  • Page 270 268 Multimedia system ▌Telephone menu overview Contacts Options ® page 274) Bluetooth device name of the currently con- Symbols are not shown until after a nected mobile phone Recent Calls page 276) mobile phone has been connected to the multi- Signal strength of the mobile phone network Text Message media system.
  • Page 271 Multimedia system 269 ▌Information on telephony ® ▌Connecting a mobile phone (Bluetooth ® Bluetooth profile overview teleph- ony) The following situations can lead to the call being ® Function Bluetooth profile of disconnected while the vehicle is in motion: the mobile phone Requirements: There is insufficient network coverage in the ®...
  • Page 272 270 Multimedia system If the codes match: confirm the code on the Multimedia system: A mobile phone can be operated both as an mobile phone. audio source as well as telephone in parallel. Phone ª Devices The type of connection for the connected Connecting a mobile phone (authorization by Select Connect New...
  • Page 273 Multimedia system 271 Multimedia system: If a new mobile phone is connected and defined as Phone 1, for example, this over- Phone ª Devices writes the previously connected mobile phone In the device overview, select a mobile phone in the foreground of the system. which has already been authorized and set as Phone 1 Phone...
  • Page 274 NFC enables short-range wireless data transfer or (re)connection of a mobile phone with the multi- Further information can be found at: https:// media system. www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ The following functions are available without hav- ▌Setting the reception and transmission volume ing authorized a mobile phone:...
  • Page 275 Multimedia system 273 ▌Adjusting the call and ringtone volume Calls Make Additional Call Multimedia system: Keyboard (show to send DTMF tones) ▌Telephone operation System õ Audio Phone Multimedia system: Activate O or deactivate ª Mute Mic. Select Call Volume Ringtone Volume.
  • Page 276 274 Multimedia system Ending an active call Contacts ▌Downloading mobile phone contacts Multimedia system: Select =. ▌Information about the contacts menu Phone Z Options Contacts The contacts menu contains all contacts from On some mobile phones, the call on hold is activated as soon as the active call is ended.
  • Page 277 Multimedia system 275 Enter characters into the search field. ▌Overview of importing contacts ® If the sending of vCards via Bluetooth is sup- A selection of possible contacts appears. ported, vCards can be received on mobile Contacts from various sources Entering more characters into the search field phones or netbooks, for example.
  • Page 278 276 Multimedia system Select the contact. ▌Deleting a contact When connecting the mobile phone, you may have to confirm the connection for the PBAP Multimedia system: Select the telephone number. ® Bluetooth profile. The number is dialed. Phone ª Contacts You can delete contacts stored in the vehicle.
  • Page 279 Press to Add Recipient. mobile phones at an Select an option. Select the contact. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// The setting may not be active until the mobile www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ Dictating text phone is reconnected. Some mobile phones require further settings after...
  • Page 280 Open the text message. Select p. Using Mercedes-Benz Link, various functions and selected mobile phone apps can be transferred to Select Reply. the media display. The Mercedes-Benz Link control box supplemen- tary equipment is required for this.
  • Page 281 Multimedia system 279 The Mercedes-Benz Link control box uses the Multimedia system: ® Apple CarPlay Android operating system. Connect Mercedes-Benz Link ® ▌Overview of Apple CarPlay The service provider is responsible for the Select Link. apps as well as the services and content con- The mobile phone functions and apps are &...
  • Page 282 280 Multimedia system voice control system. You can activate the voice Accepting/rejecting the data protection regula- ▌Connecting an iPhone ® ® via Apple CarPlay control system by pressing and holding the ó tions Requirements: A message with the data protection regulations button on the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 283 Observe the legal requirements for the country in on the mobile phone. Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting which you are currently driving when operating the connecting cable only when the vehicle is ▌Connecting a mobile phone via Android Auto the multimedia system.
  • Page 284 Select the mobile phone from the device list. is established with the use of the mobile mobile phone and multimedia system. phone with Android Auto. Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting Exiting Android Auto the connecting cable only when the vehicle is The mobile phone is connected to the multi- Press the ò...
  • Page 285 Multimedia system 283 The transfer of this data is used to optimize com- This data is only transferred while the navigation munication between the vehicle and the mobile system is active in order to improve it (e.g. so it phone. can continue functioning when in a tunnel).
  • Page 286 Making an emergency call Nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Then you can select a service and be connec- ted to a specialist at the Mercedes-Benz Cus- To open the cover of SOS button , press it Other products and services from Mercedes- tomer Center.
  • Page 287 If you are already in contact cient. To arrange a service appointment: select Call. with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center or After your agreement the vehicle data is sent have already received support, this prompt Multi-stage transfer depends on the following fac- and a Mercedes-Benz Customer Center can be ignored or declined.
  • Page 288 Mercedes-Benz Customer Center and, if been activated, the following data can also be required to process the incident, forwarded to the Vehicle identification number called up from the vehicle by the Mercedes-Benz service partner authorized by the Mercedes-Benz Time of the call Customer Center: Customer Center.
  • Page 289 Mercedes me portal: wards the call to Mercedes me connect Acci- https://me.secure.mercedes-benz.com You can also call the Mercedes-Benz Customer dent and Breakdown Management. Forward- Center using the multimedia system ing the call is however not possible in all coun- page 284).
  • Page 290 You can find more information on the regional ▌Overview of the Mercedes-Benz emergency call availability of eCall at: https://www.mercedes- eCall is a standard feature in your Mercedes-Benz system benz-mobile.com/extra/ecall/ vehicle. In order to function as intended, the sys- eCall can help to reduce the time between an...
  • Page 291 If no connection can be made to the emergency A message with accident data is transmitted services either, a corresponding message appears to the Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. Requirements in the display of the multimedia system. The Mercedes-Benz emergency call center The ignition is switched on.
  • Page 292: Online And Internet Functions

    290 Multimedia system ▌Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emergency For Canada, please contact MBC’s Customer traffic situation. This could also cause you to Assistance Center at 1-800-387-0100. call system lose control of the vehicle. Customer requests for covered information should...
  • Page 293 Portal. The Internet functions can only be used to a limi- Visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to ted degree whilst driving. find out whether it is possible to purchase data volume in your country directly from a ▌Function of the communication module...
  • Page 294 Requirements: tion is shown: A fast Internet connection for data transmis- The registration for the use of Mercedes-Benz Type of network sion free of interference. Apps has been completed. Status online/offline The services are country-dependent.
  • Page 295 Multimedia system 293 ▌Overview of TuneIn Radio ▌Selecting and connecting TuneIn Radio stations Select ß Favorites Multimedia system: The list of saved favorite stations appears. Radio Þ Radio Source TuneIn Radio è Search Create an account for the online provider (TuneIn Radio) and then log in on the multime- Select a category.
  • Page 296: Media

    294 Multimedia system Login to TuneIn Account: log in to your TuneIn NTFS Observe the following notes: user account Due to the large variety of available music Permissible data storage media: files regarding encoders, sampling rates Log Out of Account: log out of your TuneIn SD card and data transfer rates, playback cannot user account...
  • Page 297 Multimedia system 295 user or ready-to-use final product. A royalty-bear- information ("Gracenote Data"), which is included ing license from DTS is required prior to and for on the Gracenote Database (the "Gracenote Data- such use of DTS Technologies. base"). You agree that you will use Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Database, and Embedded Software for your own personal non-commercial use only.
  • Page 298 296 Multimedia system each item of Gracenote Data are licensed to you ® ® ® For Canada: iPhone , iPod , iPod classic , iPod "AS IS." Gracenote makes no representations or ® ® nano , and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple warranties, express or implied, regarding the Inc., registered in the U.S.
  • Page 299 Multimedia system 297 ▌Inserting/removing an SD card Insert the SD memory card into the SD card slot until it engages. The side with the con- & DANGER Risk of fatal injury from swallow- tacts must face downwards. Playable music files are played back. ing SD cards SD cards are small parts.
  • Page 300 298 Multimedia system ▌Overview of the audio mode ▌Connecting USB devices Media Sources Active data storage medium Album cover Sound * NOTE Damage caused by high tempera- Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) tures Track number and number of tracks in the Options High temperatures can damage USB devices.
  • Page 301 Multimedia system 299 The multimedia connection unit is located in the ▌Selecting a track in the media playback Playback mode stowage compartment under the armrest and has Multimedia system: Select Random Mode - Current Playlist. two USB ports. Media The current track list is played in random Depending on the vehicle's equipment, additional order.
  • Page 302 300 Multimedia system To hide the playback controls Due to the large variety of available video files regarding encoders, sampling rates and data Press the % button. transfer rates, playback cannot be guaran- teed. Video mode Videos up to FullHD (1920x1080) are suppor- ted.
  • Page 303 Multimedia system 301 ▌Overview of video mode ▌Activating/deactivating full-screen mode Media Sources Active data storage medium Multimedia system: Album cover Sound Media à Media Sources Track, artist, album Full Screen (for video playback) Track number and number of tracks in the Options Select a data storage medium.
  • Page 304 302 Multimedia system To deactivate full-screen mode: press the Media search The categories are available as soon as the touchpad. entire media content has been read in and ▌Starting the media search analyzed. ▌Changing video settings Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Media ª...
  • Page 305 Multimedia system 303 ▌Switching to Media Interface Multimedia system: Media à Media Sources Connect a data storage medium to the USB port ( page 298). Select a media device. Playable music files are played back. ▌Overview of Media Interface...
  • Page 306 304 Multimedia system Active data storage medium Album cover Artist, track and album Track number and number of tracks in the track list Search Playback Control Media Sources Sound Full Screen (video playback only) Options ® Bluetooth audio ▌Information about Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 307 Multimedia system 305 ▌Bluetooth ® audio overview ® Media Sources ▌Searching for and authorizing a Bluetooth Active data storage medium audio device Album cover Sound Track, artist, album Full Screen (video playback only) Requirements: Options Track number and number of tracks in the Bluetooth ®...
  • Page 308 ® equipment and connecting Bluetooth -capable mobile phones can be obtained at https:// Select ¥. Multimedia system: www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ or at an ® Media à Media Sources Select a Bluetooth audio device. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. á Bluetooth Audio ®...
  • Page 309: Radio

    Multimedia system 307 Lightly press the NFC area on the mobile ▌Searching for a music track on the Bluetooth ® Radio phone (see the manufacturer's operating audio device Switching on the radio instructions). Multimedia system: If the mobile phone has already been author- Multimedia system: Media à...
  • Page 310 308 Multimedia system Radio overview Switching the HD Radio function on/off Options Active frequency band Station name or set frequency Multimedia system: Artist, title, album and radio text Radio Z Options HD Radio Station list Presets Radio Source Sound...
  • Page 311 Multimedia system 309 Selecting a radio station Storing radio stations Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Radio ß Presets Navigate up or down. Select Store Current Station in the Presets. Calling up the radio station list Managing radio station presets Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Radio...
  • Page 312 Follow the service staff's instructions. Activate O or deactivate ª the function. beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. The activation process may take up to ten Thus, operation at certain locations may not be minutes.
  • Page 313 Multimedia system 311 ▌Switching on satellite radio Multimedia system: Radio Þ Radio Source Select SiriusXM Radio. ▌Overview of the satellite radio Active frequency band Category Artist, track and album SiriusXM Radio Channels Logo or cover picture for the song (if availa- Channel name ble)
  • Page 314 312 Multimedia system ▌Saving or deleting a satellite radio channel ▌Setting parental control for radio Presets Multimedia system: Multimedia system: Radio Source Radio Þ Radio Source Radio Þ Radio Source Sound SiriusXM Radio ß Presets SiriusXM Radio Z Options Playback Control Parental Control Options Select...
  • Page 315 Multimedia system 313 ▌Setting music and sport alerts Activate Artist & Song Alerts track currently playing on the station is automati- The alert is set for the current artist or track. cally restarted from the beginning of the track. Multimedia system: If a match is found, a prompt appears asking Radio Þ...
  • Page 316: Sound

    314 Multimedia system leaves live mode to access the internal temporary ▌Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass settings Sound storage. Multimedia system: Tone settings To fast forward/rewind: turn the controller Media à Sound Equalizer ▌Information about the sound system counter-clockwise or clockwise/swipe left or Select Treble, Mid Range or Bass.
  • Page 317 Multimedia system 315 Select a function. ® ▌Adjusting the balance/fader in the Burmester ® Burmester surround sound system surround sound system ® ▌Adjusting the treble, mid and bass settings on ▌Information about the Burmester surround Multimedia system: ® sound system the Burmester surround sound system Media...
  • Page 318: 316 Maintenance And Care

    Adhere to the prescribed service inter- You can obtain information concerning the servic- Mainly short-distance driving vals. ing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist Frequent operation in mountainous terrain or workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- on poor road surfaces ter.
  • Page 319: Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and care 317 When the engine is often left idling for long Engine compartment & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the periods hood Opening and closing the hood Operation in particularly dusty conditions If you open the hood in the event of an over- and/or if air-recirculation mode is frequently &...
  • Page 320 318 Maintenance and care Electric lines to the ignition coils and the fuel Opening the hood Switch off the ignition. injectors Never touch the danger zone surround- ing moving components, e.g. the rotation & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- area of the fan.
  • Page 321 Maintenance and care 319 Then, press the hood firmly into the lock with this, make a second request and add engine both hands until it is completely closed. oil according to the specifications. If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open the On-board computer: hood again and repeat the previous step until Service...
  • Page 322 320 Maintenance and care Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil. ▌Refilling engine oil * NOTE Engine damage caused by an incor- Reduce Engine Oil Level and the bar display rect oil filter, incorrect oil or additives & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- for indicating the oil level on the instrument Do not use engine oils or oil filters which nent parts in the engine compartment...
  • Page 323 Maintenance and care 321 Depending on driving style, the vehicle con- Replace cap and turn it clockwise until it Open the cap slowly to release pressure. sumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per engages. 600 miles (1,000 km). The oil consumption Check the oil level again ( page 319).
  • Page 324 0.6 in (1.5 cm) over the marker bar 2. exhaust system. If necessary, refill with coolant that has been Make sure that no windshield washer approved for Mercedes-Benz. concentrate spills out next to the filler opening. Further information on coolant ( page 384).
  • Page 325: Cleaning And Care

    Maintenance and care 323 Keeping the air/water duct free Ensure there is sufficient ground clear- * NOTE Damage from automatic braking ance between the underbody and the Keep the area between the hood and the If one of the following functions is activated, guide rails of the car wash.
  • Page 326 324 Maintenance and care If you would like to leave the vehicle while To avoid damage to your vehicle, observe the fol- Washing the vehicle by hand it is being washed, make sure the key is lowing when using a power washer: located in the vehicle.
  • Page 327 Coolant and brake fluid: remove with a damp Always have paintwork repairs carried out at a ded and approved for Mercedes-Benz. cloth and clean water. qualified specialist workshop. Insect remains: soak with insect remover and Tar stains: use tar remover.
  • Page 328 Sunlight ried out at a qualified specialist workshop cleaning before parking it. The brake discs and Temperature (e.g. hot air blower) (e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center). pads will warm up and dry out. Weather conditions Windows Stone chippings and dirt...
  • Page 329 Observe the notes on care in the trailer hitch thoroughly with cleaning agents recommen- that are suitable for plastic lenses. manufacturer's operating instructions. ded for Mercedes-Benz. Failure to observe the Sensors Do not clean the ball neck with a power application instructions may result in damage, Clean the sensors in the front and rear bump- washer or solvent.
  • Page 330 For heavy soiling: use a cleaning agent recom- deployed, plastic parts may break away. Clean the surface carefully with a microfiber mended for Mercedes-Benz. cloth and a suitable display care product (TFT- Do not use any care or cleaning products LCD).
  • Page 331 1% soap solution and then wipe with a dry cloth. has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. solution to clean the entire seat cover. Do not For heavy soiling: use a cleaning agent recom- spot clean.
  • Page 332 If necessary, moisten the cotton cloth with clean water. Use care oil recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz to care for and protect the wooden luggage-compartment floor. This revital- izes the wooden surface and increases the resil- ience of the wood.
  • Page 333: Breakdown Assistance 331

    Breakdown assistance 331 Warning triangle Do not bleach Emergency Do not iron ▌Removing the warning triangle Removing the safety vest Do not tumble dry The safety vests are located in the stowage com- Do not dry clean partments in the driver's and front passenger Class 2 safety vest door.
  • Page 334: Flat Tire

    332 Breakdown assistance ▌Setting up the warning triangle First-aid kit (soft sided) overview Flat tire Notes on flat tires & WARNING Risk of accident due to a flat tire A flat tire strongly impairs the vehicle's driving characteristics, as well as its steering and braking characteristics.
  • Page 335 Breakdown assistance 333 Spare wheel bracket on the rear-end door Fold tab down. Pull cover ring apart and remove it. Stainless-steel spare wheel bracket Remove cover panel 2. Securing the wheel to the spare wheel bracket Use nuts to secure the faulty wheel to the spare wheel bracket.
  • Page 336 334 Breakdown assistance Spare wheel bracket with protective tire cover Removing the wheel from the spare wheel Remove the rear half shell. bracket and securing a faulty wheel Use nuts to secure the faulty wheel to the Remove wheel nuts 2. spare wheel bracket.
  • Page 337 Breakdown assistance 335 Open cover with the triangular socket * NOTE Damage to the vehicle when open- wrench from the vehicle tool kit and fold it ing the rear-end door with the spare wheel open. bracket open If you open the rear-end door with the spare wheel bracket open, the bracket can strike the vehicle and damage it.
  • Page 338: Battery (Vehicle)

    Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive. tance. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or cloth- For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends Batteries contain pollutants. It is illegal ing. Wear suitable protective clothing, in that you only use batteries which have been tes-...
  • Page 339 & WARNING Risk of explosion due to the Connect the battery to a battery charger & WARNING Risk of explosion due to a mix- approved by Mercedes-Benz. ignition of hydrogen gas ture of explosive gases Consult a qualified specialist workshop to dis-...
  • Page 340 During starting assistance or battery charging, Only use battery chargers tested and battery gas can be released. Avoid numerous and extended attempts approved for Mercedes-Benz. to start the engine. Always allow a battery to thaw before Read the battery charger's operating instruc- charging it or performing starting assis- tions before charging the battery.
  • Page 341 During the charging process: start the charg- page 336). ing process. During starting assistance: let the engines run Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the for several minutes. 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz During starting assistance: before disconnect- Center.
  • Page 342: Tow Starting Or Towing Away

    Mercedes-Benz. Observe the instructions and notes on Tow starting or towing away Use detachable parts such as the vent hose, towing away.
  • Page 343 Breakdown assistance 341 Towing away the vehicle with both axles on the towed away exceeds the permissible * NOTE Damage due to towing away at ground gross mass. excessively high speeds or over long dis- tances Observe the notes on the permitted towing If a vehicle has to be tow-started or towed away, methods ( page 340).
  • Page 344 342 Breakdown assistance Release the electric parking brake. especially so if the vehicle is laden. * NOTE Damage due to excessive tractive Do not recover the stuck vehicle with the power & WARNING Risk of accident due to limited trailer attached. safety-related functions during the towing If you pull away sharply, the tractive power Pull out the vehicle that is stuck backwards, if...
  • Page 345 Breakdown assistance 343 For further information, consult an authorized Loading the vehicle for transport Mercedes-Benz Center. Observe the notes on towing away page 340). ▌Towing away in the event of malfunctions Connect the towing device to the towing eye Towing away in the event of damage to the in order to load the vehicle.
  • Page 346: Electrical Fuses

    344 Breakdown assistance Position of towing eyes Tow-starting the vehicle (vehicle emergency start) Always replace faulty fuses with speci- fied new fuses containing the correct * NOTE Damage to the automatic transmis- amperage. sion due to tow starting The automatic transmission may be damaged * NOTE Damage due to incorrect fuses in the process of tow starting vehicles with Using incorrect fuses can result in damage to...
  • Page 347 Breakdown assistance 345 Fuse box on the right-hand side of the cockpit * NOTE Damage or malfunctions caused by page 346) moisture Fuse box in the rear passenger compartment Moisture may cause damage to the electrical page 346) system or cause it to malfunction. When the fuse box is open, make sure Opening and closing the fuse box in the engine that no moisture can enter the fuse box.
  • Page 348 Observe the notes on electrical fuses page 344). The fuse box is on the driver's side on the side of the cockpit under a cover. Mercedes-Benz recommends you have the fuse box opened at an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center. Fold the right-hand seat cushion forward page 94).
  • Page 349: Wheels And Tires 347

    Wheels and tires 347 Visually inspect wheels and tires for damage. Notes on noise or unusual handling characteris- & WARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to tics Check the valve caps. insufficient tire tread Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or Visual check of the tire tread depth and the Insufficient tire tread will result in reduced tire unusual handling characteristics when the vehicle...
  • Page 350: Notes On Snow Chains

    348 Wheels and tires cle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains with Notes on snow chains The driving characteristics as well as the the same quality standard. steering and braking characteristics may * NOTE Damage to components of the vehi- If snow chains are installed, the maximum per- be greatly impaired.
  • Page 351 Wheels and tires 349 You can find information on the recommended & WARNING Risk of accident due to too low ing properties and the handling characteris- tire pressure for the vehicle's factory-installed tics. a tire pressure tires on the following labels: Avoid excessively high tire pressures.
  • Page 352 350 Wheels and tires A rise in the tire temperature of 18°F (10°C) Notes on driving on sand tires under various operating conditions, i.e. load- increases the tire pressure by approx. 10 kPa When driving on sand, you can lower the tire pres- ing and/or speed of the vehicle.
  • Page 353 Wheels and tires 351 Checking the tire pressure manually Tire and loading information placard the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you page 353) should stop and check your tires as soon as Read the tire pressure recommended for the possible, and inflate them to the proper pres- current operating conditions from the tire and sure.
  • Page 354 352 Wheels and tires In most cases, the tire pressure monitoring sys- ▌Checking the tire pressure with the tire pres- When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, tem will automatically update the new reference sure monitoring system the system may not be able to detect or signal values after you have changed the tire pressure.
  • Page 355: Loading The Vehicle

    Wheels and tires 353 Tire Pressure Monitor Active: the teach-in Restart the tire pressure monitoring system in the Be sure also to pay attention to the following rela- process of the system is not yet complete. The following situations: ted topic: tire pressures are already being monitored.
  • Page 356 354 Wheels and tires Maximum permissible load comprises the gross weight of all vehicle occupants, load and luggage. Recommended tire pressure for cold tires. The recommended tire pressures are valid for the maximum permissible load and up to the maximum permissible vehicle speed. Please also note: Information on permissible weights and loads on the vehicle identification plate...
  • Page 357 Please consult an authorized load driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have any ques- tions about towing a trailer with your vehicle. (4): The resulting figure equals the available The following table shows examples of how to cal- amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.
  • Page 358 356 Wheels and tires Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Combined maximum weight of occupants and 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) load (data from the Tire and Loading Information placard) Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occu- pants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2...
  • Page 359 Wheels and tires 357 Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Permissible load (maximum gross vehicle weight 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 750 lbs (340 kg) = 750 lbs 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 200 lbs (91 kg) = 1300 lbs rating from the Tire and Loading Information plac- (340 kg) (589 kg)
  • Page 360: Tire Labeling

    358 Wheels and tires Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 361) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 361) Tire name The data shown in the illustration is example data.
  • Page 361 Wheels and tires 359 well on the government course as a tire graded The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are high temperature can cause the material of the 100. AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces- ability to stop on wet pavement as measured sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
  • Page 362 360 Wheels and tires The data shown in the image is example data. Information on the maximum tire load Specifications for maximum tire pressure The TIN is a unique identification number to iden- tify tires and comprises the following: DOT (Department of Transportation): tire sym- bol marks indicating that the tire complies with the requirements of the US Department...
  • Page 363 Wheels and tires 361 Information on tire characteristics Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed- ing the specified tire load-bearing capa- city or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire dam- age and to the tires bursting.
  • Page 364 "P": passenger vehicle tires according to US rating. You can obtain information on the required manufacturing standards. Load-bearing index 6: speed rating from an authorized Mercedes-Benz "LT": light truck tires according to US manu- Numerical code that specifies the maximum load- Service Center.
  • Page 365: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading

    Wheels and tires 363 All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on the Index Speed rating maximum load that the tire can carry at a cer- Index Speed rating tain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
  • Page 366 364 Wheels and tires to tread quality, tire traction and temperature GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): the GAWR is Maximum weight of the laden vehicle: the maxi- characteristics. The quality grading assessment is the maximum gross axle weight rating. The actual mum weight is the sum of the curb weight of the made by the manufacturer following specifications load on an axle must never exceed the gross axle...
  • Page 367: Changing A Wheel

    Tire contact surface: the part of the tire that Mercedes-Benz Service Center. capacity of a tire. comes into contact with the road. Traction: traction is the grip resulting from friction &...
  • Page 368 For safety reasons, only use tires, wheels and ded tires accessories which have been specially For tires, pay attention to the following: approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Retreaded tires are neither tested nor recom- Designation mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous...
  • Page 369 Use i M+S tires at outside tempera- Accessory parts which are not approved for your tures of less than 50 °F (10 °C). vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or which are not used * NOTE Damage to electronic component Only use the tires for their intended pur- correctly, can impair the operating safety.
  • Page 370 368 Wheels and tires Only install tires of the correct size onto the For more information on wheels and tires, contact Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels. a qualified specialist workshop. wheels and tires are of the same dimen- Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring sys- Be sure to also observe the following further rela- sions.
  • Page 371 Wheels and tires 369 Notes on storing wheels change tool kit, consult a qualified specialist workshop to find out about suitable tools. When storing wheels, observe the following notes: The vehicle is not on a slope. After removing wheels, store them in a cool, The vehicle is on solid, non-slippery and level dry and preferably dark place.
  • Page 372 370 Wheels and tires Removing and installing the wheel trim/hub caps Aluminum hub cap Raising the vehicle when changing a wheel Requirements Requirements The vehicle is prepared for a wheel change There are no persons in the vehicle. page 369). The vehicle has been prepared for a wheel change ( page 369).
  • Page 373 Assemble pump lever 1. Important notes on using the jack: Use only the vehicle-specific jack that has Place pump lever with the recess on lower- been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz ing screw on the jack. to raise the vehicle. Turn pump lever...
  • Page 374 372 Wheels and tires Raising the vehicle at the front Raising the vehicle at the rear * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to the jack If you do not position the jack at the jack sup- port points provided for this purpose, you could damage your vehicle.
  • Page 375 * NOTE Damage to threading from dirt on For safety reasons, only use wheel bolts which contact a qualified specialist workshop wheel bolts have been approved by Mercedes-Benz and immediately. for the wheel in question. Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a Have the damaged wheel bolts or dam- dirty surface.
  • Page 376 374 Wheels and tires Press the wheel firmly against the wheel Ensure that the wheel bolts or wheel hub when screwing in the first wheel nuts are tightened to the prescribed bolt. tightening torque. If you are not sure, do not move the vehi- Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a diagonal cle.
  • Page 377: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Wheels and tires 375 Tire and loading information placard Emergency spare wheel shop. The new wheel must have the cor- page 353) rect dimensions. Notes on the emergency spare wheel Tire pressure table ( page 350) Observe the following notes on installing an emer- &...
  • Page 378: 376 Technical Data

    You can obtain further infor- can disrupt the vehicle's electronics. This is instructions for installation and use of two-way mation from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- the case in the following situations, in particu- radios are not observed. ter.
  • Page 379 Technical data 377 ▌Two-way radio transmission output Frequency band Maximum transmis- The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the sion output base of the antenna must not exceed the values in the following table. 70‑cm‑ frequency 35 W band Frequency band and maximum transmission out- 420 - 450 MHz Frequency band Maximum transmis-...
  • Page 380: Radio Regulations

    378 Technical data 2G/3G/4G Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine num- Radio regulations Vehicle identification plate Regulatory radio identification and specific notes Manufacturer information about radio-based vehi- cle components can be found using the key phrase "Regulatory radio information" in the Digi- tal Operator's Manual in the vehicle, on the inter- net and in the app.
  • Page 381 Technical data 379 Never exceed the maximum permissible gross VIN at the lower edge of the windshield vehicle weight or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front‑ or rear axle. VIN on the chassis Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle mass VIN (vehicle identification number) as label Maximum permissible front axle load...
  • Page 382: Operating Fluids

    Windshield washer fluid sealed original container. Climate control system refrigerant Always keep children away from operat- Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. ing fluids. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been approved is not covered by the...
  • Page 383 Technical data 381 The operating fluids approved by Mercedes-Benz & WARNING Risk of injury from fuels Change immediately out of clothing that can be identified by the following inscriptions on has come into contact with fuel. Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to your the container: health.
  • Page 384 382 Technical data Fuel Gasoline with additives containing metal * NOTE Premature engine wear through unleaded regular gasoline ▌Information on fuel quality for vehicles with a If you have accidentally refueled with the gasoline engine wrong fuel: Impairment of the longevity and performance Observe the notes on operating fluids of the engine.
  • Page 385 G 550 3.2 gal (12.0 liters) Only add cleaning additives recommen- * NOTE Engine damage caused by an incor- ded by Mercedes-Benz to the fuel. rect oil filter, incorrect oil or additives Engine oil Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use brand- Do not use engine oils or oil filters other name fuels with additives.
  • Page 386 384 Technical data Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil Engine oil filling capacity Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a quali- changed at a qualified specialist workshop. fied specialist workshop. Model Capacity Only use a brake fluid approved by Mercedes-...
  • Page 387 Proportion of antifreeze concentrate in the cool- Make sure that no windshield washer In the Mercedes-Benz Specification for ing system: concentrate spills out next to the filler Operating Fluids 320.1 A minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection down opening.
  • Page 388 Information label (example - USA) Only use refrigerant compressor oil that Above freezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit Hazard and service warning symbols has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit Refrigerant filling capacity Do not mix the approved refrigerant...
  • Page 389: Vehicle Data

    Technical data 387 ▌Refrigerant filling capacity Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil Model Refrigerant G 550 24.2 ± 0.4 oz (685 ± 10 g) Model PAG oil G 550 2.8 ± 0.4 oz (80 ± 10 g) Range of movement Information label (example –...
  • Page 390 388 Technical data Vehicle dimensions Vehicle data for off-road driving to drive. It applies to slow driving through stand- ing water. G 550 Fording Driving through flowing water reduces tire trac- Vehicle length 192.0 in tion. The permissible fording depth is then corre- * NOTE Damage caused by water when (4877 mm) spondingly lower.
  • Page 391: Trailer Hitch

    Technical data 389 Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter- the LOW RANGE off-road gear of the transfer Permissible towing capacity rain ( page 132). case is engaged. The drawbar load is not included in the towing the road surface conditions and thus the trac- capacity.
  • Page 392 390 Technical data Maximum drawbar load loaded. The permissible drawbar tongue weight is the limit for trailer hitches approved by Mercedes- Benz. * NOTE Damage caused by the trailer com- ing loose Permissible rear axle load (trailer operation) If the tongue weight used is too low, the trailer may come loose.
  • Page 393: Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps 391

    Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 391 the media display. Press the ¨ symbol to hide Display messages the display message. Introduction Display messages to be acknowledged can be hid- ▌Information about display messages den by pressing the back button P or with the Display messages appear on the instrument dis- left-hand Touch Control.
  • Page 394 392 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 38). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. SRS Malfunction Service Required Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 395 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 393 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Front Passenger Airbag Dis- * The front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee air bag have been disabled even though an adult or a person abled See Operator's Man- of adult build is on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 396 394 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight applied to the seat. & WARNING Risk of injury or death when using a child restraint system while the front passenger airbag is ena- bled If you secure a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat and the front passenger airbag is ena- bled, the front passenger airbag can deploy in the event of an accident.
  • Page 397 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 395 SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * Have the SmartKey replaced. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Obtain a New Key Á * The SmartKey battery is discharged. Replace the battery ( page 67). Replace Key Battery Á...
  • Page 398 396 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * The key can no longer be detected during a journey and may no longer be in the vehicle. If the key is no longer in the vehicle and you switch off the vehicle: You can no longer start the vehicle.
  • Page 399 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 397 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Á * A warning tone will also sound. This message reminds you to take your SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. Don't Forget Your Key Place the Key in the * SmartKey detection is malfunctioning.
  • Page 400 398 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The exterior lighting is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Opera- tor’s Manual * The light sensor for automatic driving lights is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative * The active headlamps are malfunctioning.
  • Page 401 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 399 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on. Turn the light switch to the à position. Switch Off Lights * The Intelligent Light System is malfunctioning. The lighting system continues to function properly without the functions of the Intelligent Light System.
  • Page 402 400 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, operate the high beam manually. Adaptive Highbeam Assist * The camera view is restricted.
  • Page 403 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 401 Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are leaving the vehicle in a ready-to-drive state. Get out of the vehicle, secure it against rolling away and take the key with you. If you do not leave the vehicle, switch off the electrical consumers, e.g. the seat heating. Otherwise, the 12 V Vehicle Ready to Drive battery may discharge and starting the engine may be possible only with the help of a second battery (jump start).
  • Page 404 402 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * At least one door is open.
  • Page 405 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 403 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions LOW RANGE Malfunction * The transfer case is malfunctioning. To Park, Apply Brake Do not shift the transfer case! Use the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 406 404 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive more slowly. Repeat the gear change. LOW RANGE Max. Speed * The maximum speed of 12 mph (20 km/h) for the gear change has been exceeded. 12 mph Drive more slowly.
  • Page 407 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 405 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Gearbox Protection Limit * The oil temperature in the transfer case is too high. 18 mph Disable LOW In the on-road position, shift to HIGH RANGE. RANGE Desert Drive Program Act. * ABS and ESP ®...
  • Page 408 406 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Differential Lock Engaged * ABS and ESP ® are not available when the differential locks are switched on. ABS and ESP Unavailable Other driving and driving safety systems may also be unavailable. The brake system will continue to operate normally.
  • Page 409 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 407 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of accident if the driving and driving safety systems are malfunctioning ® If the differential locks are malfunctioning, the ABS, ESP , ETS/4ETS and BAS driving and driving safety systems may also malfunction.
  • Page 410 408 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Air Intake Malfunction See * The air flap of the air intake is dirty or iced up. Operator's Manual Fording is not possible. At outside temperatures above 39°F (4°C) restart the vehicle. If you have already started fording, drive on carefully.
  • Page 411 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 409 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Restart the vehicle. If the display message still appears: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To switch engine off, press * You have pressed the start/stop button while the vehicle is in motion. and hold Start/Stop but- Information about switching off the vehicle while driving ( page 125).
  • Page 412 410 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The coolant level is too low. * NOTE Engine damage due to insufficient coolant Check Coolant Level See Avoid long journeys with insufficient coolant. Operator's Manual Add coolant ( page 321).
  • Page 413 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 411 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Make sure that the air supply to the radiator is not obstructed. Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. In doing so, ensure that the coolant temperature display remains below the red marking.
  • Page 414 412 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Transmission Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Only Shift to 'P' when Vehi- * It is possible to select the park position j only if the vehicle is stationary. cle is Stationary Depress the brake pedal to stop. Shift the transmission to park position j when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 415 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 413 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Select transmission position k. Driver's Door Open & * The driver's door is not fully closed and transmission position h, k or neutral i is selected. Transmission Not in P Risk The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 416 414 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Depress the brake pedal. Engage park position j. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Stop Vehicle Leave Engine * The transmission is overheating. Pulling away may be temporarily impaired or not possible. Running Wait Transmission Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
  • Page 417 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 415 Brakes Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To apply: Switch the vehicle off and switch it back on. (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 157).
  • Page 418 416 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is flashing. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. The electric parking brake could not be applied or released.
  • Page 419 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 417 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To apply: Switch off the vehicle. The electric parking brake will be applied automatically. If you do not want the electric parking brake to be applied, e.g. at an automatic car wash or when the vehicle is being towed, leave the vehicle switched on.
  • Page 420 418 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 157).
  • Page 421 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 419 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp is lit. You have attempted to release the electric parking brake with the vehicle switched off. Switch on the vehicle.
  • Page 422 420 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check Brake Pads See * The brakepads have reached the wear limit. Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Driving and driving safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ®...
  • Page 423 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 421 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. ÷...
  • Page 424 422 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive care- fully. * ESP ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally.
  • Page 425 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 423 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of skidding if EBD, ABS and ESP ®...
  • Page 426 424 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é * ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or an increasing lack of concentration on the part of the driver page 166). If necessary, take a break. ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a Break! * Cruise control cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled.
  • Page 427 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 425 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Traffic Sign Assist Inopera- * Traffic Sign Assist is malfunctioning. tive Continue driving in compliance with traffic regulations. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 428 426 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Driver assistance systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot be activated as not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Comply with the activation conditions of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 171).
  • Page 429 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 427 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. Active Distance Assist Inop- * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is malfunctioning. erative Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
  • Page 430 428 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty See * The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. Possible causes: Operator's Manual Dirt on the sensors Heavy rain or snow Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 431 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 429 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If necessary, clean the rear bumper. If the bumper is especially dirty, the sensors in the bumper may be malfunc- tioning. Blind Spot Assist Inopera- * Blind Spot Assist is malfunctioning. tive Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
  • Page 432 430 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist * The camera view is restricted. Camera View Restricted Possible causes: See Operator's Manual Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision Heavy rain, snow or fog Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
  • Page 433 If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunction- ing. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Inoperative...
  • Page 434 432 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is not active. Either the function has been deactivated or the contract has expired. Activate the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system. Service Not Activated Extend the contract.
  • Page 435 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 433 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The 12 V battery is not being charged. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving See Operator's Manual Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 436 434 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circum- stances.
  • Page 437 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 435 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Tire Pressure Monitor Inop- * The wheels installed do not have suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitoring system is deactivated. erative No Wheel Sensors Install wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors.
  • Page 438 436 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure ( page 348) and the tires. é * The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the difference in tire pressure between the individual wheels is too great.
  • Page 439 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 437 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tires. é * At least one tire is overheating. The affected tires are displayed in red. At temperatures close to the limit value, the tires are displayed in yellow.
  • Page 440 438 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
  • Page 441 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 439 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circum- stances. Switch off the vehicle. Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil ( page 320).
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    440 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Instrument display Progressive setting...
  • Page 443 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 441 Indicator and warning lamps é USA: Recuperative Brake System #! Turn signal lights ( page 108) page 447) Occupant safety Rear fog light ( page 107) J Canada: brakes (yellow)( page 447) 6 Restraint system ( page 442) $ USA: brakes (red) ( page 447)
  • Page 444 442 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system red warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is on. The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 38). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident.
  • Page 445 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 443 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Remove the objects from the front passenger seat. The red seat belt warning lamp lights up once the vehicle has started: In addition, an intermittent warning tone may sound. The red seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 446 444 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes are: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp The coolant level is too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty The coolant pump is faulty...
  • Page 447 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 445 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the vehicle. Do not continue driving. Note the messages on the instrument display. If the coolant temperature display is at the lower end of the temperature scale: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 448 446 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electrical malfunction warning lamp is lit. There is a malfunction in the electrics. Note the messages on the instrument display. Electrical malfunction warn- ing lamp * The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while you are driving.
  • Page 449 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 447 Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp is also lit in the event of a malfunction. Note the messages on the instrument display.
  • Page 450 448 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é *The yellow é warning lamp (USA only) or the yellow J brake warning lamp (Canada only) is lit while the vehicle is running. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction RBS warning lamp (USA If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
  • Page 451 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 449 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red brake warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. Possible causes are: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brakes warning lamp (USA There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
  • Page 452 450 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Driving and driving safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ABS is malfunctioning. If an additional warning tone sounds, EBD is malfunctioning. ABS warning lamp Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
  • Page 453 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 451 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. ® Deactivate ESP only for as long as the situation requires. ® ® If ESP cannot be activated, ESP is malfunctioning. Have ESP ® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ®...
  • Page 454 452 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® is malfunctioning ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP cannot carry out vehicle stabilization. In addition, other driving safety systems are switched off.
  • Page 455 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 453 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ê * The Active Brake Assist warning lamp is on. The system is switched off or the range of functions has been automatically restricted. This may be the case if another driving system has been activated. Active Brake Assist warning Observe the notes on Active Brake Assist ( page 172).
  • Page 456 454 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. The yellow warning lamp for the tire pressure monitoring system (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit: The tire pressure monitoring system has detected tire pressure loss in at least one of the tires. &...
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    Index 455 Activating/deactivating the acoustic lock- Adaptive Highbeam Assist 1, 2, 3 ... ing verification signal........66 Activating/deactivating......110 (SmartKey) battery......... 67 Active Brake Assist Additives 4MATIC............149 Function..........172 Engine oil..........383 360° Camera Setting........... 175 Fuel............383 Function..........183 Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Adjustable damping........
  • Page 458 Ending........... 282 Battery disconnection periods....317 Track list..........299 Information..........281 Service interval display......316 Sound settings........282 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center..26 Service requirements......316 Transferred vehicle data......282 Authorized workshop........26 Android smartphone........281 Deactivating the alarm......78 Automatic car wash........
  • Page 459 Index 457 Automatic distance control......169 Steering wheel paddle shifters....144 Belt Switching gears........141 Fastening..........37 Automatic driving lights........ 108 Transmission position display....141 Notes on wearing correctly...... 37 Automatic emergency call......289 Transmission positions......141 Releasing..........49 Automatic engine start/stop......135 To adjust the height.........
  • Page 460 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)....161 Towing away in the event of malfunc- Calling the customer center for Active Brake Assist......... 172 tions............343 Mercedes-Benz..........284 BAS (Brake Assist System)..... 161 Towing away in the event of rear axle Calls, Telephone operation Driving tips..........129 damage..........
  • Page 461 Index 459 Telephone..........273 Exterior lighting........326 Change of address......... 22 Using overhead control panel....283 Head-up display........328 Change of ownership........22 Headliner..........328 Calls up the sound menu Changing a wheel Paint............325 ® Burmester surround sound system..315 Preparation..........
  • Page 462 460 Index Securing to the front passenger seat Activating/deactivating the A/C func- Climate style with the seat belt........61 tion (control panel)......... 121 Function..........121 The most important information in brief..50 Activating/deactivating the A/C func- Setting........... 122 Top Tether..........60 tion (multimedia system)......
  • Page 463 Index 461 Contacts Cross traffic (warning)........196 Electronic control units......29 Calling up..........274 Event Data Recorder........ 32 Cross Traffic Alert, Cross traffic warning..196 Deleting..........276 Multimedia system / Mercedes me Crosswind Assist.......... 163 Downloading (from mobile phone)..274 connect...........
  • Page 464 462 Index Editing the previous destinations.... 257 DIRECT SELECT lever 12 V Battery See Operator's External..........257 Automatic transmission......141 Manual..........432 Saving (current vehicle position)..... 256 Engages neutral........142 Active Headlamps Inoperative..398 Saving as a favorite........ 257 Engaging drive position......143 Saving as global favorite......
  • Page 465 Index 463 Currently Unavailable See Inoperative See Operator's Parking Brake See Operator's ÷ ÷ Operator's Manual......... 421 Manual..........422 Manual..........415 é é Decrease Speed......437 Inoperative See Operator's Please Correct Tire Pressure..436 Different. Lock Sys. Malfunction.. 407 Manual..........423 Please Release Parking Brake..
  • Page 466 464 Index é Tires Overheated......437 Active Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative... 429 Cannot Start Engine See Operator's Adaptive Highbeam Assist Camera Manual..........409 Turn On the Ignition to Release View Restricted See Operator's Man- Check Brake Pads See Operator's the Parking Brake........
  • Page 467 Index 465 Gearbox Protection Limit 18 mph Dis- Mercedes me connect Services Limi- Service Required Do Not Shift Gears able LOW RANGE........405 ted See Operator's Manual..... 432 Visit Dealer..........413 Hazard Warning Flashers Malfunction- N Permanently Active Risk of Rolling Speed Max.
  • Page 468 466 Index Driver's seat Driving tips Traffic Sign Assist Inoperative....425 Adjusting electrically........ 81 Drinking and driving....... 129 Transmission Malfunction Stop....413 Easy entry and exit feature....... 88 General driving tips........ 129 Wiper Malfunctioning......408 Seat heating..........85 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle..127 Off-road driving........
  • Page 469 Index 467 Easy entry feature........88, 89 Emergency braking Engine oil Active Brake Assist......... 172 Additives..........383 Easy exit feature........88, 89 Brake Assist System....... 161 Capacity..........384 EBD, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution..164 Carrying out........... 157 Checking the oil level using the on- ECO display..........
  • Page 470 468 Index Exterior lighting Spare wheel........... 333 Front passenger seat Care............326 Adjusting electrically........ 81 Flat towing Exterior mirrors Pulling/towing........200 Fuel Parking position........118 Additives..........383 Floor mats........... 105 E10............382 Fog lamp............108 Gasoline..........382 Foil covering Gasoline quality........382 Factory settings On camera/sensors.......
  • Page 471 Glide mode..........145 Activating/deactivating......121 Immobilizer............ 77 Glove box Seat............85 Locking/unlocking........92 Incorrect behavior by vehicle occupants Windshield..........123 Limited protection........46 Grab handles Help call Notes............80 Indicator/warning lamps Mercedes-Benz emergency call system.. 288 PASSENGER AIR BAG....... 39...
  • Page 472 470 Index Individual drive program Interior protection.......... 79 ISOFIX child seat anchor Configuring..........139 Installing..........59 Intermediate destination Inside rearview mirror........117 Calculating a route with intermediate destinations........... 246 Installing Editing........... 246 Jack Snow chains.......... 348 Starting an automatic gas station Storage location........
  • Page 473 Index 471 License plate (front)........24 Issuing hazard alerts......260 LOW RANGE Shifting..........146 License plate assembly (front)......24 Load capacity Bicycle rack........... 390 Low-beam headlamps Light switch..........107 Activating/deactivating......107 Load index Lighting Tires............361 Lubricants............ 380 Interior lighting........111 Load-bearing capacity Luggage............
  • Page 474 Mercedes me calls Moving........... 261 Voice commands (Voice Control Sys- Arranging a service appointment.... 285 Overview..........260 tem)............214 Calling the Mercedes-Benz customer Selecting POI symbols......262 Media display center after automatic accident/ Selecting text information...... 262 Notes............. 218 breakdown detection......284 Selecting the map orientation....
  • Page 475 Using with voice control......292 Modification Destination entry........242 Limited protection........46 Displaying/hiding the menu....241 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Updating the map data......264 Automatic emergency call...... 289 Multifunction steering wheel Voice commands (Voice Control Sys- Data transfer......... 290 Operation..........
  • Page 476 474 Index Non-operational time On-board diagnostics interface....... 25 Automatic mirror folding function... 119 Activating/deactivating standby mode... 159 Folding in/out........116 On-board electronics Memory function........90 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle....127 Two-way radios........376 Setting........... 116 On-demand feature........21 Overhead control panel........
  • Page 477 Index 475 Adjusting warning tones......191 Permitted towing methods Protection Function..........187 Overview..........340 Limited............ 46 Side impact protection......189 Pets in the vehicle.......... 46 Protection of the environment Parking assistance systems Driving style..........19 PIN protection Active Parking Assist......191 System PIN protection......
  • Page 478 476 Index Overview..........308 Rear passenger compartment seat Refueling Setting a channel........309 Adjusting the backrest angle....96 Fuel............149 Setting the waveband......309 Refueling the vehicle......149 Rear view camera Station search........309 360° Camera......... 180 Remote Online Storing radio stations......309 Function..........
  • Page 479 Index 477 Limited protection........46 Selecting options........250 Adding a channel to Smart Favorites..313 Malfunction..........38 Starting the automatic service station Deleting a channel......... 312 Protection..........36 search........... 251 Displaying EPG information....312 Self-test........... 38 Switching the automatic gas station Displaying service information....
  • Page 480 478 Index Automatic lateral support adjustment..85 To adjust the height......... 37 Setting the date format........ 228 Correct driver's seat position....80 Seat heating Setting the distance unit......233 Massage programs........85 Activating/deactivating......85 Shifting Memory function........90 Seat height............ 81 Automatic transmission......
  • Page 481 Index 479 Skid chains..........348 Sound Speed Limit Assist ® Setting........... 176 PRE-SAFE Sound........43 Sliding sunroof Wheels/tires.......... 347 Closing with SmartKey......73 Speed rating Opening with the SmartKey...... 72 Tires............361 Sound settings Opening/closing........74 Adjusting treble, mid-range and bass Sport Utility Vehicle........
  • Page 482 480 Index Start/stop button........125 Steering wheel Surround lighting, Locator lighting Adjusting electrically........ 87 Setting........... 111 Starting-off aid Buttons..........203 Drive Away Assist........195 Switch-off delay time Driver's air bag........49 Hill Start Assist........166 Exterior..........111 Memory function........90 Optimized acceleration......
  • Page 483 Index 481 Information..........269 Options..........278 Interchanging mobile phones....270 Outbox........... 278 Tank capacity Notes............. 266 Read-aloud function....... 277 Fuel............383 Operating modes........269 Reading..........277 Reserve..........383 Reception and transmission volume..272 Replying..........278 Tank filler cap / flap........149 Secure Simple Pairing......
  • Page 484 482 Index Load index..........361 Tires Tire and Loading Information placard..353 Load-bearing capacity......361 Breakdown..........332 Tire pressure table......... 350 Maximum tire load......... 360 Characteristics........361 Tire Quality Grading....... 358 Maximum tire pressure......360 Checking..........347 Traction grade........358 Size designation........
  • Page 485 Index 483 Tow bar system Towing methods Tongue weight........390 Towing away.......... 200 Both axles on the ground....... 341 Towing capacity........389 Overview..........340 Tow-away protection........78 Trailer operation Track Attaching the ball neck......198 Tow-starting..........344 Selecting (audio mode)......299 Coupling up/uncoupling a trailer....
  • Page 486 484 Index Setting options........293 USB devices Maintenance..........22 Connecting..........298 Medical aids..........27 TuneIn Parking..........152 Calling up..........292 USB port Parking for an extended period....158 Deleting stations........293 Rear passenger compartment....105 Problem notification......... 28 Overview..........293 Stowage compartments (front)....
  • Page 487 Index 485 Fording water......... 388 Vehicle operation outside the USA or Can- Seat............378 Minimum ground clearance....387 ada..............21 Windshield..........378 Transferring to Android Auto....282 Vehicle sensors..........159 Vision ® Transferring to Apple CarPlay ....282 Defrosting windows........ 122 Vehicle start Turning circle.........
  • Page 488 486 Index Voice recognition......... 273 Washer fluid F Electric parking brake indicator Topping up..........322 Volume lamp (red) (USA only)......447 Windshield washer fluid......385 Adjusting..........224 ! Electric parking brake indicator Washing by hand.......... 324 lamp (yellow).......... 447 Water tank........... 323 # Electrical malfunction warning Warning system..........
  • Page 489 Index 487 Checking the tire temperature....352 Traction grade........358 Winter operation Definitions..........363 Tread wear grade........358 Snow chains.......... 348 DOT, Tire Identification Number (TIN)..359 Unusual handling characteristics.... 347 Wiper blades Installing..........373 Wi-Fi Care............326 Load index..........361 Overview..........

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