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Page 1 Begin with Quick Start operating your vehicle and about and discover useful tips. services and your vehicle's war- ranty Mercedes-AMG SL Roadster É2325846602[ËÍ Operator's Manual 2325846602 Order no. P232 0133 13 Part no. 232 584 66 02 Edition A-2025...
Page 2 Publication details the front passenger air bag is enabled Website 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 A Mercedes‑Benz Group AG Company vehicle. vehicle: Vehicle damage caused by failure to observe the Printed Operator's Manual instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Booklet (USA only) Limited Warranty. Supplementary manuals relating to specific The standard equipment and product description...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Brief overview of the most important stop .............. 94 Environmental protection ......23 points ............42 Side windows ..........97 Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts ......24 Information on the automatic functions of Anti-theft protection ........101 Operator's Manual ........25 the restraint system ........50 Touch-sensitive controls ........
Page 5 Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in Mercedes me Apps ........336 Sockets ............125 hybrid) ............193 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system ..344 Wireless charging of the mobile phone Parking ............203 Sound settings ..........346 and connection with the exterior antenna ..126 Driving and driving safety systems ....
Page 6 Contents Wheels and tires ......... 386 Display messages and warning/indicator Notes on noise or unusual handling char- lamps ............431 acteristics ........... 386 Display messages ........431 Notes on regularly inspecting wheels and Warning and indicator lamps ....... 502 tires ............386 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 - Cockpit
At a glance – Cockpit Left-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 9 At a glance – Cockpit → Steering wheel paddle shifters \ Quick vehicle access → → Combination switch ú Fingerprint sensor → → Driver's display Ü Switching the MBUX multimedia system on/off → DIRECT SELECT lever → w Setting the display angle →...
Page 10 At a glance – Cockpit → Light switch → Adjusts the steering wheel → ý Switches the steering wheel heater on/off...
Page 12: Cockpit (Plug-In Hybrid)
At a glance – Cockpit (plug-in hybrid) Left-hand-drive vehicles...
Page 13 At a glance – Cockpit (plug-in hybrid) → Driver display: Energy flow display → õ Operational readiness Sets recuperation → → Power availability display ° Haptic accelerator pedal → Central display: 6 Depressurizes and refills the fuel tank → Plug-in hybrid settings...
Page 14: Indicator And Warning Lamps
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps Driver display...
Page 15 At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps → → t Sets the vehicle level ; Engine diagnostics → → #! Turn signal lights ® å ESP → → ä Suspension (yellow) ® ÷ ESP → ä Suspension (red) → _ Drive system: reduced power →...
Page 16 L Low beam → → J Brakes (yellow), Canada only T Side lights → → 8 Reserve fuel with fuel filler flap location R Rear fog light indicator → H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Fuel level → K High beam...
Page 18: Overhead Control Panel
At a glance – Overhead control panel...
Page 19 At a glance – Overhead control panel → Sun visors G SOS button → → c Switches the front interior lighting on/off Switches the right-hand reading lamp on/off → → u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps →...
Page 20: Door Operating Unit And Seat Adjustment
At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment...
Page 21 At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment → → ß Ü Locks/unlocks the vehicle W Opens/closes the left side window → → Í Operates the outside mirrors Opens the door → → Adjusts the seats electrically W Opens/closes the right side window →...
Page 22: Emergencies And Breakdowns
At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns...
Page 23 At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → B-pillar with: Flat tire → → QR code for accessing the rescue card £ Hazard warning light system → → Information label on tire pressure Fire extinguisher → Safety vests Fuel filler flap with: →...
Page 24: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Additional options for calling up the Digital Opera- Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual tor's Manual: Multimedia system: Driver display: call up brief information regarding © Info Operator's Manual display messages on the driver display. Pressing Open Digital Operator's Manual Õ...
Page 25: General Notes
General notes Vehicles with EQ technology Environmental protection Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental pollution caused by irresponsible disposal Personal driving style: damage due to operating conditions and of the high-voltage battery personal driving style Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.
Page 26: Mercedes-Benz Genuineparts
(e.g. the brake system) may malfunction. restraint systems, may be installed in the fol- Use only Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts or parts of lowing areas of your vehicle: equal quality. Use only tires, wheels and acces-...
Page 27: Operator's Manual
You can control these surfaces by This Operator's Manual and the Digital Operator's Mercedes-Benz Center. pressing or swiping to adjust settings or to trigger Manual in the vehicle describe the following mod- functions, for example.
Page 28: Mercedes Me App
You can also activate various functions (on- and switch on the vehicle. demand feature) subsequently via Mercedes me Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in The on-demand feature has been activated. after purchasing your vehicle. Europe through our European Delivery Program.
Page 29 General notes in Canada: Canada only: You can find further information in ply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance the “Roadside Assistance” section in the Warranty Center (USA) at the hotline number Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. Information Guide. Please refer to Mercedes-Benz...
Page 30: Operating Safety
General notes Operating safety Never tamper with the wiring and elec- * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to driv- tronic component parts or their soft- ing too fast and due to impacts to the & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal- ware.
Page 31 General notes underbody paneling. These materials may & DANGER Risk of death and fire due to Never touch damaged components of ignite if they come into contact with hot parts the high-voltage on-board electrical sys- modified and/or damaged components of of the exhaust system.
Page 32 General notes Vehicles with EQ technology are significantly qui- If you modify component parts of these high- eter when stationary and in motion than vehicles voltage components or touch damaged com- with combustion engines. ponent parts, you may be electrocuted. In electric mode, the vehicle may not be heard by High voltage components may be damaged in other road users owing to the significantly...
Page 33: Installing The License Plate On The Front License Plate Bracket
General notes Installing the license plate on the front license Observe the following points when mounting plate bracket the license plate on the front license plate holder: Mount the license plate directly on the license plate holder without advertising media or other holders. Mount the license plate so that it does not protrude above or to the side of the license plate adapter.
Page 34: Diagnostics Connection
General notes USA: "Radio based devices of this vehicle comply accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is sub- même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en com- in the driver's footwell ject to the following two conditions: 1) These devi- promettre le fonctionnement."...
Page 35: Qualified Specialist Workshop
Mercedes‑AMG recommends a Mercedes‑Benz Qualified specialist workshop service center. A Mercedes-Benz service center is a qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary special Correct use of the vehicle skills, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle. This partic- If you remove any warning stickers, you or others ularly applies to safety-critical work.
Page 36: Notes For Persons With Electronic Medical Aids
When charging the high-voltage battery, keep a ers. Mercedes-Benz Service Center immediately to distance of at least an arm's length between the In addition, there are components installed in the have the problem diagnosed and rectified.
Page 37: Reporting Safety Defects
Transport Canada cannot become involved in indi- become involved in individual problems between vidual problems between you, your dealer, or Sandy Springs, GA 30328 you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. In Canada: To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle To contact Transport Canada, you may call the Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
Page 38: Limited Warranty
This damage is not covered either by the identity of the owner. There are other possibilities There are electronic control units installed in your Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the for using data collected from the vehicle to iden- vehicle. Control units process data that they e.g.
Page 39 General notes be the case during the investigation of a criminal stress, maintenance requirements or technical ers, or third parties, such as breakdown services. offense, for example. events and malfunctions. The same is true in the case of warranty claims and quality assurance measures.
Page 40 General notes Navigation destinations that have been tion, this may include position data, day/night Comfort and infotainment functions entered mode and other general vehicle statuses. Please You can save comfort settings and individualiza- refer to the vehicle Operator's Manual / infotain- tion in the vehicle and change or reset them at Data about the use of internet services ment system operating instructions for further...
Page 41 General notes example, a smartphone. Online functions can be information for the manufacturer and its data pro- Third-party services used via the wireless network connection. This tection officers. If you use online services from other providers includes online services and applications/apps (third parties), these services are the responsibil- At a workshop, for example, with the support of a provided to you by the manufacturer or by other...
Page 42: Copyright
Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, from the EDR is commercially available, 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 43 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 44: Occupant Safety
Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points The information is structured as follows: Defining generic terms clearly Brief overview of the most important points The most important information in brief: in this In this Operator's Manual, the following generic Basic information chapter, you are provided with an overview of terms are used:...
Page 45 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Please bear in mind that carelessness regarding Keep your distance from the air bags, espe- & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to the seating position and putting on the seat belt cially the front air bags.
Page 46 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points While driving, do not lean forward and do not Each vehicle occupant must observe the following In addition, an incorrectly fastened seat belt lean against the door or side window. You may notes in particular: can also cause injuries, for example, in the otherwise be in the deployment area of the air...
Page 47 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Only one person should use each seat belt at * NOTE Deployment of components of the any one time. restraint system when the front passenger Never secure objects with a seat belt if the seat is unoccupied and a seat belt is seat belt is also being used by one of the vehi- buckled...
Page 48 The vehicle speed exceeds 5 mph Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Have the restraint system checked and (9 km/h) for more than 20 seconds. vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 49 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Function of the rear seat belt status display Function of the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps (front passenger air bag) The rear seat belt status display in the driver's dis- play is a reminder that all vehicle occupants must wear their seat belts correctly.
Page 50 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points passenger air bag is correct for the current situa- If you are driving with a child in the vehicle, After the self-test, you can determine the status of tion. observe the information in the chapter enti- the front passenger air bag as follows: tled "Children in the vehicle"...
Page 51 Occupant safety – Brief overview of the most important points Disabling or enabling the front passenger air bag Information on the child restraint system The person is seated correctly. The automatic front passenger air bag shutoff can When installing a child restraint system, observe Both before and during the journey, disable or enable the front passenger air bag and the notes in "Children in the vehicle"...
Page 52: Information On The Automatic Functions Of The Restraint System
Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system Status of the front passenger air bag in relation to System limits Information on the automatic functions of the the stature of the person: restraint system The front passenger air bag may otherwise be dis- Front passenger air bag disabled: PASSENGER abled by mistake, e.g.
Page 53 Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system Depending on the detected accident situation, the pants. These measures may not necessarily pre- * NOTE Damage caused by objects in the head air bag on the front passenger side may vent an imminent impact.
Page 54 Occupant safety – Information on the automatic functions of the restraint system switching on the interior lighting Seat belt adjustment function Overview of automatic measures after an accident Vehicles with PRE-SAFE ® : after a front seat belt Depending on the type and severity of the acci- Function of the post-collision brake after an acci- has been fastened, the automatic seat belt adjust- dent, and depending on the vehicle's equipment,...
Page 55: Purpose And Function Of The Restraint System
Occupant safety – Purpose and function of the restraint system & DANGER Risk of injury or death due to a Always make sure that the there is noth- Purpose and function of the restraint system ing in the sweep of the roll bars. malfunction of the roll bars Overview of deployment situations (restraint sys- Always stow and secure objects in the...
Page 56 The function of the restraint system depends on dinal members, are hit, the vehicle deceleration Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the the severity of the impact detected and the appa- may be high enough for this to happen.
Page 57 Occupant safety – Purpose and function of the restraint system larly if a Emergency Tensioning Device has been Information on the limited protection provided by Always ensure that the seat backrest is triggered or an air bag deployed. the restraint system in an almost vertical position and that If the Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered the shoulder belt is routed across the...
Page 58 Use only protective covers approved by The installation location of an air bag is identified tion of the Emergency Tensioning Devices. Mercedes-Benz for the seat in question. by the AIRBAG ( page 60) symbol. Before starting the journey, make sure...
Page 59 Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices could authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. den steering and braking maneuvers and accidentally trigger or fail to function as inten- injure vehicle occupants in the process.
Page 60 Occupant safety – Purpose and function of the restraint system The seat is designed for the standard three-point & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifica- bag cover replaced immediately at a seat belt. If you install a different multipoint seat qualified specialist workshop.
Page 61: Seat Belts
& WARNING Risk of injury or death from Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the If an unused seat belt is not fully retracted, it deployed pyrotechnic Emergency Tension- vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop...
Page 62: Airbags
Occupant safety Observe the information under "Overview of Airbags deployment situations" ( page 53). Overview of air bags Driver's air bag Front passenger knee air bag Front passenger air bag Head air bag (driver, front passenger) Head air bag (occupant in the rear) Side air bag (driver, front passenger) Driver's knee air bag The installation location of an air bag is identified...
Page 63: Children In The Vehicle
7 Vehicle seat belt ( page 71) twelve years old or under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height, Front passenger seat Mercedes-Benz recommends you observe the fol- 7 Vehicle seat belt ( page 71) lowing information: Always secure the child in a child restraint sys-...
Page 64 All child restraint systems must meet the following secured on the front seats. For this reason, Use only the following securing systems for child standards: Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a restraint systems: U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards child restraint system to a rear seat.
Page 65 Children in the vehicle – Important safety notes Be sure to comply with the manufactur- & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to Never modify a child restraint system. er's installation instructions for the child unsecured child restraint systems in the Only affix accessories which have been restraint system and its correct use.
Page 66 Children in the vehicle – Important safety notes Observe when stopping or parking specialist workshop before installing a In addition, the children could also set the child restraint system again. vehicle in motion, for example by: & WARNING Risk of fatal injury due to expo- releasing the parking brake.
Page 67 Children in the vehicle – Important safety notes BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit continuously PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is Do not place any objects between the page 47). off, the co-driver airbag can deploy in the seat surface and the child restraint sys- event of an accident.
Page 68 Children in the vehicle – Important safety notes bag is in this status, no rearward-facing child & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury & WARNING Risk of injury or death caused restraint system may be installed on the front when using a rearward-facing child by incorrect positioning of the child passenger seat.
Page 69: Suitable Child Restraint Systems For The Transport Of Children
Children in the vehicle – Suitable child restraint systems for the transport of children Babies and small children have comparatively If the head restraint of the child restraint system necessary, adjust the front-passenger weak neck muscles in relation to the size and cannot be fully extended when it is installed in the seat accordingly.
Page 70 Children in the vehicle – Securing the child restraint system has been removed, replace the vehicle head Additionally fasten Top Tether if present . Make sure that the child's feet do not touch restraint immediately and adjust it correctly. the front seat. If necessary, move the front When using a forward-facing child restraint seat slightly forwards.
Page 71 Children in the vehicle – Securing the child restraint system cushion and/or be installed facing the wrong Set the seat backrest to the most vertical seat and rear seats do not slacken once the child direction. position possible. restraint system is secured. Adjust the vehicle head restraints so that the The seat belts on the following seats are equipped child restraint system is not put under strain...
Page 72 Children in the vehicle – Securing the child restraint system Deactivating the child seat safety feature: Always observe the information on the mass of Rear seats the child: Press the release button of the seat belt buckle. in the manufacturer's installation and operat- ing instructions for the child restraint system Hold the seat belt tongue and guide it back to used...
Page 73 Children in the vehicle – Securing the child restraint system Store seat backrest panels in a safe place. Screw in seat backrest panel until it is When installing on the rear seat: remove the upper section of the seat backrest and fold level.
Page 74: Occupant Presence Reminder
Children in the vehicle Activating or deactivating the occupant presence Occupant presence reminder reminder in the multimedia system Function of the occupant presence reminder Multimedia system: The occupant presence reminder can help to © Settings Vehicle remind you about a child who may have been for- Occupant Protection gotten in the rear passenger compartment of the vehicle.
Page 75: Opening And Closing
Opening and closing Locks SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Indicator lamp Overview of key functions Panic alarm Keep the key out of reach of children. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due If indicator lamp does not light up after This also applies to the Digital Vehicle Key.
Page 76 Opening and closing To activate: press button for approximately Indicator lamp of the vehicle locking system Activating/deactivating the acoustic locking verifi- one second. cation signal A visual and audible alarm is triggered. Multimedia system: To deactivate: briefly press button again. ©...
Page 77 Opening and closing authorization by KEYLESS-GO will then no longer Options if the unlocking function for the driver's Removing/inserting the emergency key be possible with that particular SmartKey. Acti- door and fuel filler flap has been selected: Removing the emergency key vate the function of the SmartKey so that all its To unlock the vehicle centrally: press the functions will again be available.
Page 78 If batteries are swallowed or otherwise You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. enter the body, seek immediate medical attention. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Insert the emergency key up to the mark- battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- until it engages.
Page 79 Opening and closing Insert emergency key into the opening and Problems with the key, troubleshooting lift up covering and remove it. You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until Possible causes are: battery falls out of the key.
Page 80: Digital Vehicle Key
Opening and closing shielding due to metal objects or induction ® Bluetooth is activated on the end device loops for electrical gate systems or automatic (with the Digital Vehicle Key activated). barriers The end device is sufficiently charged. Make sure that there is sufficient distance The Digital Vehicle Key can be used for the follow- between the key and the potential source of ing functions:...
Page 81 Key is at low capacity or is flat. shielding due to metal objects or induction Mercedes-Benz recommends that the key is loops for electric gate systems or automatic carried about your person as a security meas- ®...
Page 82: Doors
Opening and closing This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from Doors the inside Plug-in hybrid: the socket flap is also locked and Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside unlocked. The socket flap can be opened even if a key is detected in the vehicle.
Page 83 Opening and closing Vehicles with Digital Vehicle Key: You can use In these situations, switch off the Digital * NOTE Damage to the vehicle caused by the Digital Vehicle Key in the same way as the Vehicle Key. unintentionally opening the trunk lid or a conventional vehicle key.
Page 84 Opening and closing Convenience closing: touch the recessed sen- sor surface for a prolonged period. Further information on convenience closing page 99). Troubleshooting problems with KEYLESS-GO You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO Possible causes: The function of the key has been deactivated. This also applies to the Digital Vehicle Key.
Page 85 Opening and closing If necessary, replace the key battery Activating/deactivating automatic locking in the Locking/unlocking the vehicle with the emer- page 76). MBUX multimedia system gency key Use the replacement key. Multimedia system: Unlocking a left-hand vehicle door with the emer- Use the emergency key to lock or unlock ©...
Page 86: Trunk
Opening and closing Forcefully pull the door handle outward past the pressure point. Turn the emergency key back to its starting position. Remove the emergency key and release the door handle. Trunk Opening the trunk lid & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Page 87 Opening and closing If the trunk lid is stopped in an intermediate Vehicles with trunk lid convenience closing * NOTE Damage to the trunk lid by obsta- position, pull it upwards. Release it as soon as cles above the vehicle it begins to open.
Page 88 Opening and closing To close the trunk lid: pull the trunk lid down- Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: it is also Always stow objects in such a way that wards using the handle recess and push it possible to stop the closing process by making a they cannot be thrown around.
Page 89 Opening and closing Push remote operating switch until the automatic reversing function serves solely as an Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO aid and is not a substitute for your attentiveness. trunk lid is fully closed. Press locking button on the trunk lid. During the closing process, ensure that no If a key is detected outside the vehicle, the body parts remain within the closing area.
Page 90 Opening and closing closing process at any point, by performing a kick- A warning tone sounds while the trunk lid is Press the closing or locking button ing motion under the bumper. The transmission opening or closing. on the trunk lid. must be in position j for this function.
Page 91 Opening and closing Observe the following notes: Make sure that the SmartKey is at a min- imum distance of 10 ft (3 m) (power The key is behind the vehicle. washer) or 20 ft (6 m) (automatic car If the key is not recognized: wash) away from the vehicle.
Page 92 Opening and closing The trunk lid could be opened or closed uninten- Switching separate trunk locking on and off Unlocking and opening the trunk from inside with tionally in the following situations: the emergency release Multimedia system: A person's arms or legs are moving in the sen- ©...
Page 93: Soft Top
MBUX multimedia system ( page 92). & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when transporting the vehicle, e.g. on a moto- For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends opening or closing the soft top rail. opening or closing the soft top when the vehicle is Parts of the body could become trapped.
Page 94 Opening and closing Keep the brake pedal depressed when the To continue opening or closing: press button * NOTE Possible damage to the soft top vehicle is stationary. when opening or closing Press and hold button again within five The soft top may be damaged during opening seconds.
Page 95 Opening and closing the soft top position when the soft top is open. trunk partition is open. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends You can also open or close the soft top via the Make sure that the load does not push...
Page 96: Installing And Removing The Folding Draft Stop
Opening and closing Repeat the opening or closing procedure after Problems with the soft top approximately ten minutes. The soft top will not open or close. You are driving at a speed greater than Possible causes are: 37 mph (60 km/h). The vehicle is not switched on.
Page 97 Opening and closing Open all side windows and the soft top. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due * NOTE Damage to the wind screen due to To remove the bag, open the trunk lid. to an incorrectly installed wind screen collision with seat backrests Remove the folding wind screen from the bag.
Page 98 Opening and closing Before inserting the folding wind screen into the side fixture, pull the handle in the direction of the arrow. Pull handle in the direction of the arrow until red marking is no longer visible. Align folding draft stop with side fixture on the vehicle from above and insert.
Page 99: Side Windows
Opening and closing Push handle on folding draft stop back & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when as far as it will go. closing a side window Make sure that red marking of the lock When closing a side window, body parts could verification indicator is no longer visible.
Page 100 Opening and closing When the vehicle is switched off, you can con- Pull or push one of rear side window buttons & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped tinue to operate the side windows. despite there being reversing protection All side windows will be opened or closed This function is available for around four minutes on the side window simultaneously.
Page 101 Opening and closing Requirements Convenience opening (ventilating the vehicle Convenience closing (closing the vehicle from out- The key is near the vehicle. before starting a journey) side) Press and hold the Ü button on the key. & WARNING Risk of entrapment when open- &...
Page 102 100 Opening and closing Requirements If a side window is obstructed during closing and Resolving problems with the side windows The key is near the vehicle. reopens again immediately: & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped or Immediately after this, pull and hold the corre- Press and hold the s button on the key.
Page 103: Anti-Theft Protection
Possible causes: Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center After you lock the vehicle with the key The key battery is weak or discharged. or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or After you lock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 104 102 Opening and closing Indicator lamp will flash when the ATA system Deactivating the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: The tow-away alarm will be armed only when the is armed. following components are closed: With the key outside the vehicle, touch the The ATA system will be disarmed automatically in inner surface of the door handle.
Page 105 Opening and closing 103 The vehicle is locked again. Arming/deactivating tow-away alarm Multimedia system: © Settings Vehicle Opening/closing Vehicle Protection Arm or deactivate Tow-away Protection. Tow-away alarm is armed again in the following cases: The vehicle is unlocked again. A door is opened. The vehicle is locked again.
Page 106: 104 Seats And Stowing
104 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 107: Notes On Height Restrictions On The Rear Seats
Seats and stowing 105 The use of the second row of seats is permitted Notes on height restrictions on the rear seats Seats only for persons up to a height of 59.1 in Adjusting the front seat electrically (1.50 m). For children in suitable child restraint systems, &...
Page 108 106 Seats and stowing Observe the safety notes on "Air bags" and "Chil- Adjust the head restraint fore-and-aft position so Children in particular could accidentally press dren in the vehicle". that it is as close as possible to the back of your the electrical seat adjustment buttons and head.
Page 109 Seats and stowing 107 Save the settings with the memory function automatic front passenger air bag shutoff or page 119). damage the system. The head restraint height will be adjusted Do not stow any objects under the front automatically when you adjust the seat height passenger seat.
Page 110 108 Seats and stowing You can call up the following functions for the Head restraints When moving the seats back, make sure front passenger seat: that there are no objects in the footwell, ▌Adjusting the head restraints on the front seats under or behind the seats.
Page 111 Seats and stowing 109 Configuring the seat settings & WARNING Risk of injury due to head restraints not being installed or being Multimedia system: adjusted incorrectly © Comfort Seat If head restraints have not been installed or Adjusting the air cushions have not been adjusted correctly, there is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck On the corresponding menu, adjust the air...
Page 112 110 Seats and stowing Multimedia system: cal or comfortable, they can be manually Setting automatic seat adjustment adapted at any time via the control buttons. © Comfort Seat The outside mirrors are not set via this func- & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped dur- Automatic Seat Positioning tion.
Page 113 Seats and stowing 111 To set the massage intensity: switch Intensive The seat belt cannot protect as intended and on or off . could cause additional injury to vehicle occu- To stop the massage: select É. pants. Before each journey, make sure that the The availability of this function is dependent on the vehicle's equipment.
Page 114 112 Seats and stowing Swing back the seat backrest. To protect against overheating, the seat heating may be temporarily deactivated after it has been Ensure that the seat backrest is engaged. switched on repeatedly. If the seat backrest is not engaged, this will be shown on the driver display.
Page 115 Seats and stowing 113 If you switch the power supply off and on ventilation setting for the driver's seat will again within 20 minutes, the previous setting remain active. of the seat heating for the driver's seat will remain active. Switching AIRSCARF on/off You can set the heat distribution of the heated sections among the seat cushions and seat...
Page 116: Steering Wheel
114 Seats and stowing When switching on, the blower will start up Steering wheel only after a preheating phase lasting a few Adjusting the steering wheel electrically seconds. After switching off, the blower will continue to & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- run for a few seconds to cool down the heat- ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is ing elements.
Page 117 Seats and stowing 115 Switching the steering wheel heater on/off Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. Depending on the vehicle version, the steering When leaving the vehicle, always take the wheel heater can be switched on/off via a switch key with you and lock the vehicle.
Page 118: Easy Entry And Exit Feature
116 Seats and stowing To switch on: push the switch to position 1. Tap on Additional Steering Wheel Heating. Make sure that no one has any part of The steering wheel heater will be decoupled If indicator lamp lights up, the steering their body within the range of movement from the seat heating.
Page 119 Seats and stowing 117 Vehicles with memory function: you save the This will occur in the following situations: & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped if seat settings via the memory function. children activate the easy entry and exit You switch off the vehicle when the driver's feature door is open.
Page 120: Memory Function
118 Seats and stowing If you are using a custom user profile, this & WARNING Risk of entrapment when When leaving the vehicle, always take the information will be used for the easy entry key with you and lock the vehicle. adjusting the seat with the memory func- and exit feature.
Page 121: Stowage Areas
Seats and stowing 119 Press one of the preset position buttons 4, Operating the memory function Never drive with the trunk lid open. T or U within three seconds. Storing An acoustic signal sounds. The settings are Objects in the deployment area of an air bag may stored.
Page 122 120 Seats and stowing Vehicles with automatic front passenger air bag & WARNING Risk of injury due to objects Only use the cup holder for containers of shutoff: Objects trapped under the front the right size. being stowed incorrectly passenger seat may interfere with the function of Close the container, particularly if the If objects in the vehicle interior are stowed the automatic front passenger air bag shut-off or...
Page 123 Seats and stowing 121 mass or the gross axle weight rating for the Clean the vehicle as soon as possible if Never leave children unattended in the vehicle. liquids are spilled. vehicle. page 418)The values are specified on the If larger quantities of liquids are spilled, vehicle identification plate on the vehicle's B- have the vehicle checked in a qualified &...
Page 124 122 Seats and stowing When transporting roof loads and when the Stowage spaces in the vehicle interior ▌Opening and closing the storage compartment vehicle is fully loaded or fully occupied, select in the front center console ▌Overview of the front storage compartments drive program A with emphasis on stability page 179).
Page 125 Seats and stowing 123 ▌Opening and closing the storage compartment Always stow and secure heavy, hard, Always stow and secure heavy, hard, in the front armrest pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in the trunk. objects in the trunk.
Page 126 124 Seats and stowing ▌Locking/unlocking the glove box Opening or closing the stowage space under the Opening cargo compartment floor & WARNING Risk of injury due to an open cargo compartment floor If you drive with the cargo compartment floor open, objects could be flung around and hit vehicle occupants as a result.
Page 127: Sockets
Seats and stowing 125 Adjusting the cargo floor Depending on the vehicle equipment, the vehicle has the following 12 V sockets: In vehicles with adjustable cargo floor, the cargo In the stowage compartment in the front cen- compartment can be made larger or smaller as ter console required.
Page 128: Wireless Charging Of The Mobile Phone And Connection With The Exterior Antenna
126 Seats and stowing Fold up socket cap 1. and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup & WARNING Risk of fire from placing objects holders, open stowage spaces and mobile Insert the plug of the device. in the mobile phone storage compartment phone receptacles cannot always retain all Placing other objects in the mobile phone If you have connected a device to the 12 V...
Page 129 A list of compatible mobile phones can be front storage compartment Small mobile phones may not be able to be found at: https://www.mercedes-benz- charged in every position of the mobile phone mobile.com/ Place the mobile phone as close to the center stowage compartment.
Page 130: Installing/Removing The Floor Mats
128 Seats and stowing is shown in the multimedia system, the mobile Installing Stow all objects in the vehicle securely phone is being charged. In addition, malfunctions so that they cannot get into the driver's when the mobile phone is being charged are footwell.
Page 131 Seats and stowing 129 Removing Slide the corresponding seat backwards and pull the floor mat off holders 2. Remove the floor mat.
Page 132: 130 Light And Visibility
130 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Activates or deactivates the rear fog Information about lighting systems and your ▌Operating the light switch light. responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator The various lighting systems of the vehicle are lamp for the standing lights will be deactivated only aids.
Page 133 Light and visibility 131 switched on automatically depending on the ambi- The exterior lighting (except standing and parking Operating the combination switch for the lights ent light. lights) will switch off automatically when the driv- er's door is opened. & WARNING Risk of accident when the low Observe the notes on locator lighting beam is switched off in poor visibility page 140).
Page 134 132 Light and visibility Switching on high beam Turn signal lights Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights Turn the light switch to the L or Ã To indicate briefly: push the combination position. switch briefly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow or 4.
Page 135 Light and visibility 133 DIGITAL LIGHT adaptive functions ▌Active headlamps function ▌Cornering light function ▌Function of dynamic low beam With this system, the headlamps adapt to the driv- ing and weather situation. It also provides exten- ded functions for improved illumination of the road.
Page 136 134 Light and visibility Traffic circle and intersection function (Canada): the navigation system The function is automatically deactivated under the cornering light will be activated on both sides the following conditions: The function will not be active in the following based on an evaluation of the vehicle's current When speeds greater than 62 mph cases:...
Page 137 Light and visibility 135 virtually constant when you are driving uphill or Spotlight Notes downhill. Only vehicles with a multimedia system with navigation have this function. ▌Assistance functions of DIGITAL LIGHT DIGITAL LIGHT visually expands on the driver assistance systems by projecting the assistant displays in front of the vehicle while it is in motion.
Page 138 136 Light and visibility Collision warning Lane change warning Lane keeping and blind spot warning If you fall below the safe distance at speeds of at During assisted lane changes at speeds of at least At speeds of at least 19 mph (30 km/h), a trian- least 19 mph (30 km/h), a collision warning sym- 19 mph (30 km/h), the course of the lane change gle that indicates a lane correction and its direc-...
Page 139 Light and visibility 137 opened or switched off. You can choose ▌Activating/deactivating dynamic low beam In these, or in similar situations, the automatic between the Digital Rain AMG Pattern high beam will not be deactivated or will be Requirements: sequences. activated despite the presence of other road The vehicle is switched on.
Page 140 138 Light and visibility High beam will switch off automatically in the fol- Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus lowing cases: ▌Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus function (Can- At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) ada) If other road users are detected & WARNING Risk of accident despite Adap- If street lighting is sufficient tive Highbeam Assist Plus The system's optical sensor is located behind...
Page 141 Light and visibility 139 the driver apart from the excluded vehicles. Highly Always observe the road and traffic con- reflective signs are also illuminated with reduced ditions carefully and switch off the high brightness. beam in good time. At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) or when Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take into there is sufficient street lighting: account road, weather or traffic conditions.
Page 142: Interior Lighting
140 Light and visibility Switch on high beam using the combination Setting the exterior lighting switch-off delay time Interior lighting switch. Multimedia system: Adjusting the interior lighting If Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus is activated, © Settings Light the _ indicator lamp will light up on the Interior/Exterior Lighting driver's display.
Page 143 Light and visibility 141 Greeting: When you get into the vehicle, a Adjusting the ambient lighting Activating effects special color animation will play. Multimedia system: & WARNING Risk of accident if ambient Warning assistance effects © Comfort Ambient Light lighting and active ambient lighting effects are not switched on Warning When Exiting: If an object is detected...
Page 144: Windshield Wiper And Windshield Washer System
142 Light and visibility Turn the combination switch to the corre- Switching the interior lighting switch-off delay Windshield wiper and windshield washer system sponding position 1 - 5. time on/off Switching the windshield wipers on or off í Single wipe: press button as far as Multimedia system: the pressure point.
Page 145 Light and visibility 143 Press the button on the combination switch in Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi- the direction of arrow and hold it for tion approximately two seconds. Switch the vehicle on and then off again The wiper arms will move into their replace- immediately.
Page 146 144 Light and visibility Switch on the vehicle. Installing the wiper blades Maintenance display Press button î on the combination switch. The wiper arms will return to their original positions. Switch off the vehicle. Check the condition of the wiper blades regu- larly and replace them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing.
Page 147 Light and visibility 145 The time it takes for the color to change will To remove the wiper blade: press release knob Removing the wiper blades vary depending on the usage conditions. 2, pull the wiper blade in the direction of arrow and remove.
Page 148: Mirrors
146 Light and visibility Press the wiper blade beyond the point of Adjusting the outside mirrors If you fasten your seat belt while the vehi- resistance in the direction of arrow on the cle is in motion wiper arm. Before starting the vehicle: in particular, The wiper blade will engage with a noticeable adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, click and move freely again.
Page 149 Light and visibility 147 Use button to adjust the position of the Automatic anti-glare mirrors function Immediately change out of clothing selected mirror. which has been contaminated with & WARNING Risk of acid burns and poison- electrolyte. Folding the outside mirrors in/out (vehicles with ing due to the anti-glare mirror electrolyte If an allergic reaction occurs, seek electrically folding outside mirrors)
Page 150 148 Light and visibility Move the front-passenger outside mirror into The front-passenger outside mirror will swivel Storing the parking position of the front- the desired parking position using button 1. downwards in the direction of the rear wheel on passenger outside mirror using reverse gear the front passenger's side when: Calling up Storing...
Page 151: Climate Control 149
Climate control 149 ¿ Switches the A/C function on/off Overview of climate control systems page 151) or Notes on climate control G Calls up the fine particulate status dis- An interior air filter in combination with the prefil- play ( page 150) or ter in the engine compartment must always be Activates/deactivates residual heat utilization...
Page 152: Operating The Climate Control System
150 Climate control The availability of individual functions depends If climate control is switched off, the windows Select the Climate Menu entry in the air con- on country and equipment. may fog up more quickly. Switch climate control ditioning bar. off only briefly.
Page 153 Climate control 151 Multimedia system: Defrosting the windshield via the climate bar Setting air distribution using the air conditioning menu Climate Menu First Row of Seats Switching on: Depending on the external conditions, support for Multimedia system: Press ¬ on the climate bar on the central improved cooling and dehumidification of the inte- Climate Menu display.
Page 154 152 Climate control If air-recirculation mode is switched on, the Switching the synchronization function on/off via Switching air-recirculation mode on/off via the windows may fog up more quickly. Switch on the air-conditioning menu climate bar air-recirculation mode only briefly. Multimedia system: Press g on the climate bar on the central display.
Page 155 Climate control 153 Steering wheel heater Pre-entry climate control via the key (plug-in ▌Activating/deactivating pre-entry climate con- hybrid) trol when the vehicle is unlocked Mirror heater Rear window heater ▌Function of pre-entry climate control when the Requirements vehicle is unlocked When the soft top is open, the pre-entry cli- ▌Setting pre-entry climate control when the vehi- The seats can be briefly preheated or precooled...
Page 156 154 Climate control The air inside the vehicle can be heated, ventila- Depending on the vehicle equipment, the follow- & WARNING Risk of burns due to repeatedly ted or cooled to the set temperature when the ing functions will remain active once the vehicle switching on the seat heating vehicle is parked.
Page 157 Climate control 155 Steering wheel heater the time selected. Additional information on ▌Activating/deactivating pre-entry climate con- the charging settings ( page 320). trol for departure time Mirror heater Select Edit Departure Time Rear window defroster Requirements: Select a departure time or set a new depar- Windshield heater When the soft top is open, pre-entry climate ture time.
Page 158 156 Climate control Set the temperature using the s and r If present, the following functions will remain In particular, the health of persons with limited arrows on the climate bar on the central dis- active once the vehicle has been started: temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to play.
Page 159 Climate control 157 To set the airflow direction: hold the center of If necessary, direct the airflow to another This can cause AIRSCARF to overheat and be air vent and move it up or down or to the area of the vehicle interior. damaged.
Page 160: 158 Driving And Parking
158 Driving and parking If the high-voltage battery for the electric drive Driving If there is an unusual smell, smoke or system is not sufficiently charged or the vehi- burn marks, stop the charging process Notes on plug-in hybrids cle conditions for a silent start are not met, immediately.
Page 161 Driving and parking 159 reduced noise generated when the vehicle is Characteristics with high power output requests: Notes on the acoustic vehicle alerting system: in motion and when at a standstill. The electric motors support the combustion The sound generator will produce idling and It is for this reason that the vehicle is equip- engine (boost effect), e.g.
Page 162 160 Driving and parking Operating the high-voltage disconnect device on-board electrical system or touch damaged Have the components of the high-voltage component parts, you may be electrocuted. In on-board electrical system checked at a addition, modified and/or damaged compo- qualified specialist workshop and nents may cause a fire.
Page 163 Driving and parking 161 Press release tab in the direction of the operate vehicle equipment and become arrow and pull it out. trapped, for example. Pull high-voltage disconnect device in the In addition, the children could also set the direction of the arrow until it engages. vehicle in motion by, for example: The high-voltage on-board electrical system is releasing the parking brake.
Page 164 162 Driving and parking To switch on the vehicle: press button If the vehicle does not start: switch off non- Never leave the engine or, if present, the essential electrical consumers and press but- twice. auxiliary heating running in an enclosed once.
Page 165 Key in the Marked Space See Operator's Manual emergency operation mode. display message appears on the driver display, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you carry you can start the vehicle in emergency operation the vehicle key as a security measure in the mode.
Page 166 164 Driving and parking Make sure that cup holder is empty. It is safe to start and run the engine where Starting the vehicle via Remote Online Services your vehicle is parked. Remove key from the key ring. ▌Cooling or heating the vehicle interior before a The fuel tank is sufficiently full.
Page 167 Driving and parking 165 Start the vehicle using the smartphone. This also applies when the engine or parts of the Notes on breaking-in After every vehicle start, the engine runs for drivetrain have been replaced. To preserve the engine during the first 1000 miles ten minutes.
Page 168 166 Driving and parking cators are white, full engine output and engine Engine output and engine torque Always install the floor mats securely torque will be available. and as prescribed. The actual (maximum) values that can be ach- If the temperature indicators on the driver dis- ieved for engine output and engine torque Do not use loose floor mats and do not play are red, the temperatures are too high.
Page 169 Driving and parking 167 This may affect the power steering system and Do not shift down on slippery road surfa- & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due the brake force boosting, for example. ces to increase the engine braking to being under the influence of alcohol effect.
Page 170 168 Driving and parking Do not depress the brake pedal and the Only depress the accelerator pedal * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by accelerator pedal at the same time while slightly. continuously depressing the brake pedal driving. Have the cause rectified immediately at Do not depress the brake pedal continu- a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 171 Driving and parking 169 Also observe the notes on loading the vehicle Notes on hydroplaning If the vehicle exceeds the permissible page 119). Hydroplaning can take place if a certain depth of headroom clearance, do not approach. water has built up on the road surface. Drive carefully, avoiding abrupt starting, brak- Bear in mind the change in vehicle height ing and steering as well as fast cornering.
Page 172 170 Driving and parking Drive at a walking pace at most; water can more direct steering resulting in improved ECO start/stop function otherwise enter the vehicle interior or engine control of the vehicle ▌ECO start/stop function compartment. improved cornering of the vehicle Depending on the engine, the ECO start/stop Vehicles traveling ahead, or oncoming vehi- function is not available in all drive programs.
Page 173 Driving and parking 171 You maneuver, turn the steering wheel sharply The vehicle rolls on a downhill gradient and Vehicle is Ready to Drive Switch Off Vehicle or engage reverse gear. does not automatically enter glide mode at Before Exiting 15 mph (20 km/h).
Page 174 172 Driving and parking Press button 1. played and the order in which they are dis- ECO display function played can be set in the multimedia system A display will appear on the driver's display page 178). when you switch the ECO start/stop function on/off.
Page 175 Driving and parking 173 fuel and recuperate. If the system detects an If in drive program o a route event or vehicle The ECO display assesses the following criteria for event ahead and the vehicle nears the event, ECO that requires an adjustment of your driving style an economical driving style: Assist will calculate the optimum speed for maxi- for more efficiency is detected ahead, corre-...
Page 176 174 Driving and parking front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good if there are narrow vehicles in front, such as In addition to a vehicle in front ¥, ECO Assist time. bicycles or motorcycles can detect the following route events depend- ing on the vehicle's equipment: The system may be impaired or may not function...
Page 177 Driving and parking 175 speed to the driving situation and keep sufficient Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is not acti- If the display is grayed out, the requirements distance. vated. are not met and setting cannot be made. If the potential to charge the high-voltage bat- If you brake heavily, the mechanical brake is tery is reduced, e.g.
Page 178 176 Driving and parking d and one segment lights up: standard Function of the haptic accelerator pedal (plug-in AMG Real Performance Sound recuperation hybrid) ▌Selecting a sound characteristic with the steer- d and two segments light up: increased The haptic accelerator pedal has an additional ing-wheel button recuperation, strong deceleration in overrun point of resistance followed by increased pedal...
Page 179 Driving and parking 177 If the display button does not show the sym- ä AMG RIDE CONTROL ( page 256) Function of the AMG steering wheel buttons bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis- AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL played and the order in which they are dis- page 257) played can be set in the multimedia system...
Page 180 178 Driving and parking The assignment of display buttons will remain Select the upper or lower display button in the central display. stored even after a vehicle restart. However, the operating status of the respective function will be Press and select the desired function for reset to the default.
Page 181: Dynamic Select
Driving and parking 179 quent journeys in inner cities/low-emis- Recommended for all road conditions DYNAMIC SELECT sion zones The selection of the matching drive type by Function of DYNAMIC SELECT the hybrid system depends on the driving The hybrid system will select the appropri- Depending on the engine line-up and equip- conditions and the distance (plug-in ate drive type depending on the driving...
Page 182 180 Driving and parking Race Plug-in hybrid: if the boost strategy is activated in You can call up vehicle characteristics via the the I drive program, the electric drive output DYNAMIC SELECT menu in the multimedia Maximum, racetrack-orientated sportiness system ( page 183).
Page 183 Driving and parking 181 the d symbol and you can set the recuper- Selecting the drive program Configuring DYNAMIC SELECT in the multimedia ation level ( page 175). system Selection with the right-hand steering-wheel but- Selection via the central display (multimedia sys- Multimedia system: tem) ©...
Page 184 182 Driving and parking high-voltage battery is exhausted and the vehi- Operating temperature of the engine Displaying vehicle data cle is then driven by the combustion engine. Multimedia system: Adjust your driving style accordingly. The p warning lamp in the driver display is Switching the reset display on/off ©...
Page 185 Driving and parking 183 Depending on the equipment, the AMG Setting AMG DYNAMIC SELECT in the MBUX mul- Overview of the AMG DYNAMIC SELECT menu DYNAMIC SELECT menu can also be called timedia system up using the AMG button in the center con- Multimedia system: sole.
Page 186: Automatic Transmission
184 Driving and parking Suspension: firmly and do not accelerate at the same When leaving the vehicle, always take the Comfort/Sport/Sport+ time. key with you and lock the vehicle. Keep the key out of reach of children. Setting the I drive program &...
Page 187 Driving and parking 185 ▌Engaging neutral N When parking, engage the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT and secure the vehicle against rolling SELECT lever up or down to the first point of away. resistance. Have the transmission checked immedi- To shift into neutral i with the vehicle ately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 188 186 Driving and parking If you then exit the vehicle leaving the key in Park position j will be engaged automatically if If the vehicle is rolling, do not open a the vehicle, the automatic transmission will one of the following conditions is met: door.
Page 189 Driving and parking 187 The gears will shift automatically when manual ▌Engaging drive position D Rocking the vehicle free (Mercedes-AMG vehi- shifting is deactivated. Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT cles) SELECT lever down past the first point of Plug-in hybrid: automatic transmission must be Rocking the vehicle free may help to free the vehi- resistance.
Page 190 188 Driving and parking To activate: pull steering wheel paddle shifter Shifting up and down or 2. Manual shifting will be activated for a short * NOTE Damage to the engine due to shift- time. The transmission position display will ing up too late show the current gear.
Page 191 Driving and parking 189 When gearshift recommendation appears Permanently activate/deactivate manual gear- on the driver's display, shift to the recommen- shifting ded gear. Multimedia system: The gearshift recommendation is active only if © Settings Vehicle Driving you have enabled manual gearshifting Permanently activate or deactivate the func- page 187).
Page 192: Function Of 4Matic
190 Driving and parking Glide mode is characterised by the following: Function of 4MATIC Refueling The J symbol appears on the driver's dis- 4MATIC ensures that all four wheels are driven. Refueling the vehicle play. ® Together with ESP and 4ETS, 4MATIC improves the traction of your vehicle whenever a driven &...
Page 193 Driving and parking 191 Keep doors and windows closed during Before you open the fuel filler cap or Gasoline with more than 3% methanol by the refueling process. take hold of the pump nozzle, touch the volume, e.g. M15, M30, M85, M100 metallic vehicle body.
Page 194 192 Driving and parking Refuel only using fuel that has at least the octane Fuel type * NOTE Damage to the fuel system due to number specified in the information label on the QR code for rescue card overfilling the fuel tank inside of the fuel filler flap.
Page 195: Charging The High-Voltage Battery (Plug-In Hybrid)
Driving and parking 193 Fuel Tank Is Depressurized Ready for Depressurizing the fuel tank (plug-in hybrid with Only refuel when the fuel filler flap has Refueling message will appear on the driver gasoline engine) opened automatically. display and the fuel filler flap will open auto- matically.
Page 196 194 Driving and parking Check the high-voltage battery's state of * NOTE Accelerated aging of the high-volt- * NOTE Damage to the drive system when charge every six weeks ( page 203). age battery due to not observing the fol- the high-voltage battery is charged at Make sure to charge the high-voltage battery if lowing recommendations...
Page 197 Place the charging cable bag on the trunk Purchase these parts at an authorized floor. Otherwise, the charging cable bag with Mercedes-Benz Center and obtain advice System limits the charging cable will not be sufficiently there. The performance of the high-voltage battery may secured.
Page 198 196 Driving and parking Do not lift the controls by the following compo- The only exception being if the adapter The wallbox has been inspected by a quali- nent parts: has been tested and approved by the fied electrician manufacturer for charging the high-volt- the charging cable connector The charging cable is not damaged age battery of an electric vehicle.
Page 199 Mercedes-Benz charging cable. bed by the high-voltage battery. This is the result Mercedes-Benz thoroughly tests these If you have questions concerning the charging...
Page 200 198 Driving and parking Charging process display CHARGING Safety system display malfunction Display Meaning Display Meaning Flashes green The high-voltage bat- Flashes red Charging cable or tery is charging. internal malfunction – Charging not possible Temperature monitor display TEMPERATURE Reset charging cable control panel (Gen5 Display Meaning...
Page 201 Driving and parking 199 connect the charging cable from the vehicle and Display Meaning from the mains socket and wait for approximately five seconds. If the malfunction persists after the Lights up red Infrastructure mal- charging cable is reconnected, charging at the function –...
Page 202 200 Driving and parking The color and behavior of the indicator lamps Starting the charging process The heat generated by the charging cable and have the following meaning. charge port is influenced by the following fac- & DANGER Risk of death when charging at a Locking status % tors: damaged socket...
Page 203 Driving and parking 201 maximum permissible charging current which may prevent the socket flap from page 197). being opened again. Fully insert the charging cable plug into vehi- cle socket 2. If the wallbox/charging station * NOTE Damage to the vehicle socket or the is not equipped with a charging cable, insert charging cable connector due to incorrect the plug of the vehicle's charging cable into...
Page 204 202 Driving and parking If the vehicle is idle for long periods and con- If you cannot remove the charging cable plug, Ending the charging process nected to the mains supply, the high-voltage repeat the unlocking procedure. If the charg- battery will be recharged automatically as ing cable plug is still locked, contact a quali- needed or when electrical consumers are...
Page 205: Parking
Driving and parking 203 When the vehicle is switched off and connected to Function of the state of charge indicator on the Switch the transmission to position j. the power grid, the driver display shows the state driver display of charge indicator for approximately two minutes. &...
Page 206 204 Driving and parking Bring the vehicle to a standstill by depressing pension system: the vehicle can lower In addition, the children could also set the the brake pedal. because of temperature differences or longer vehicle in motion by, for example: non-operational times.
Page 207 Driving and parking 205 When the engine is running, the following display When you leave the vehicle ready to drive, the Garage door opener message will appear on the driver display when vehicle will be turned off when locked under the ▌Programming buttons for the garage door you get out of the vehicle or after a certain hold following conditions:...
Page 208 206 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 will flash yellow. ment. It may take up to 20 seconds before the indi- Operate only the following doors using the garage cator lamp flashes yellow.
Page 209 Driving and parking 207 The remote control for the door drive is not performed the measures described above. In ▌Troubleshooting during programming of the included in the scope of delivery for the ® this case, contact the HomeLink Hotline. remote control garage door opener.
Page 210 208 Driving and parking If indicator lamp flashes green: release Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is bringing changing the gearbox position. the vehicle to a standstill. buttons and 3. starting the vehicle. The entire memory has been deleted. Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle Never leave children unattended in the stationary.
Page 211 Driving and parking 209 The electric parking brake is not automatically When the electric parking brake is released, the Push handle 1. applied if the vehicle is switched off by the red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indicator lamp The red indicator lamp lights up on the driver ECO start/stop function.
Page 212 210 Driving and parking You can permanently deactivate collision Information on collision detection for a parked Setting collision detection for a parked vehicle detection via the multimedia system vehicle Multimedia system: page 210). Suppose a collision is detected on the locked ©...
Page 213 Driving and parking 211 Select Upload Automatically. The connection to online services is interrup- Notes on parking the vehicle for an extended ted. period Scan the generated QR code on the central display with the Mercedes me app. If the following conditions are fulfilled, standby If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six The encrypted collision photos will then be weeks, it may suffer damage through disuse.
Page 214: Driving And Driving Safety Systems
212 Driving and parking Pay attention to the traffic conditions at all times ▌Activating/deactivating standby mode (parking and intervene when necessary. Be aware of the up the vehicle) limitations regarding the safe use of these sys- Requirements tems. The vehicle is switched on. Driving systems can neither reduce the risk of an The vehicle has not been started.
Page 215 Driving and parking 213 there are no overhanging loads protruding into the HOLD function ( page 219) & WARNING Risk of accident due to restric- detection range. Hill Start Assist ( page 220) ted detection performance of vehicle sen- If there is damage to a bumper or the radiator sors and cameras ATTENTION ASSIST ( page 220)
Page 216 214 Driving and parking Route-based speed adaptation ( page 229) Function of ABS Function of BAS Active Brake Assist ( page 240) The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by a Active Steering Assist ( page 231) brake pressure in critical driving situations: malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist System)
Page 217 Driving and parking 215 The engine output is adapted according to the ® ® (Electronic Stability Program) Characteristics of ESP SPORT situation. ® ▌Function of ESP & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® SPORT The drive system output is adapted according is used incorrectly You can select between the following modes of to the situation.
Page 218 216 Driving and parking ® ® SPORT also has the following characteris- Activate ESP as soon as the situations ® should only be deactivated in the ® described above no longer apply. ESP will tics: following situations. otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle if ®...
Page 219 Driving and parking 217 Press and hold å in the Sport program to ® ® ▌Function of ESP Crosswind Assist To adjust ESP : press upper or lower display deactivate ESP ® button repeatedly, until it displays the ® Crosswind Assist detects sudden gusts of The road on the button symbol will light up å...
Page 220 218 Driving and parking ® ® ® ® ® To deactivate ESP : set ESP SPORT then ▌Adjusting ESP in the multimedia system Switch onESP : in ESP SPORT or when press and hold button 2. ® is switched off, briefly press å. (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) The road on the å...
Page 221 Driving and parking 219 Mercedes-AMG vehicles: If you brake and both The HOLD function is only an aid. The responsibil- Always secure the vehicle against rolling right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or ity for the vehicle safely standing still remains with away before you leave it.
Page 222 220 Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal until ë disap- Function of Hill Start Assist ATTENTION ASSIST pears from the driver display. ▌Function of ATTENTION ASSIST & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due The HOLD function is also deactivated in the fol- ATTENTION ASSIST assists you on long, monoto- to the vehicle rolling away lowing situations:...
Page 223 Driving and parking 221 necessary. If you do not take a break and ATTEN- If ATTENTION ASSIST is unable to calculate the If the road condition is poor (uneven road sur- TION ASSIST continues to detect increasing lap- attention level and therefore cannot issue a warn- face or potholes) ses in concentration, you will be warned again ing, a message reading...
Page 224: Attention Assist
222 Driving and parking Observe the notes on driving systems and your strain off the brake system and prevent the brakes ▌Setting ATTENTION ASSIST responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognize from overheating and wearing too quickly. Multimedia system: potential dangers ( page 212).
Page 225 Driving and parking 223 The vehicle speed is at least 15 mph To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards 1®¯ Control panel to increase/decrease (20 km/h). from the bottom of the control panel 1. speed The stored speed will be increased by ®...
Page 226 224 Driving and parking permissible speed and this is shown on the driver the distance to the vehicle in front and the set drive program, the driving behavior is energy- display: speed. saving, comfortable or dynamic page 230). Press J. The speed and distance to the vehicle in front are set and saved using the steering wheel.
Page 227 Driving and parking 225 ç Green speedometer, gray vehicle: Active System limits Distance Assist DISTRONIC active, speed The system may be impaired or inoperative in the following instances, forexample: ç Green: Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC In snow, rain, fog, heavy spray, if there is glare, active and vehicle detected in direct sunlight or in greatly varying ambient The stored speed is shown under the permanent...
Page 228 226 Driving and parking & WARNING Risk of accident from accelera- & WARNING Risk of accident due to insuffi- to pedestrians, animals, bicycles or sta- tionary vehicles, or unexpected obstacles tion or braking by Active Distance Assist cient deceleration by Active Distance DISTRONIC Assist DISTRONIC to complex traffic conditions...
Page 229 Driving and parking 227 To operate Active Distance Assist Increasing or decreasing the speed DISTRONIC: press the respective button with To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards only one finger or swipe across the control from the bottom of control panel 1. panel.
Page 230 228 Driving and parking Adopt the displayed speed restriction: press Increasing or decreasing the specified distance ® ® If you brake or deactivate ESP or if ESP intervenes, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC from the vehicle in front The speed restriction shown on the driver dis- will be deactivated.
Page 231 Driving and parking 229 If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has been in front, vehicles detected ahead and speed & WARNING Risk of accident due to speed switched to passive mode as a result of you press- restrictions ahead will be taken into account. adaptation via Active Speed Limit Assist ing the accelerator pedal, only speed limits that Route-based speed adaptation can be activated in...
Page 232 230 Driving and parking and traffic lights, as route-based speed adaptation In difficult conditions, the speed selection made If the accelerator pedal is depressed does not brake the vehicle to a standstill. by the system may not always be suitable. This In the event of electronically displayed applies to the following situations, for example: When route guidance is active, the first speed...
Page 233 Driving and parking 231 maintains a safe distance from the vehicle in front When Active Stop-and-Go Assist is active, the Setting speed adaptation and vehicles cutting in. ¬ status indicator will appear on the driver dis- Select Adopt Speed Limit Route-based play.
Page 234 232 Driving and parking Depending on the respective country, Active mode, the Ø symbol is shown as gray on wheel, an initial visual warning is issued. The noti- Steering Assist can use the surrounding traffic fication appears on the driver display. If the the driver display.
Page 235 Driving and parking 233 If the distance to the vehicle in front is too System limits Always keep your hands on the steering short and the lane markings can therefore not Active Steering Assist has a limited steering tor- wheel and observe the traffic carefully. be detected.
Page 236 234 Driving and parking Vehicles with Driving Assistance package: if In addition to the display 1, a warning tone Function of Active Emergency Stop Assist Active Steering Assist is switched on and sounds. Active Emergency Stop Assist monitors the steer- active, the system only monitors the steering Initiating Emergency Stop message...
Page 237 Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. changing lanes by applying steering torque. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC The following conditions must be met for this...
Page 238 236 Driving and parking Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active If Active Lane Change Assist is available, the noti- arrows stop flashing, activate the lane change Steering Assist are switched on and are fication ± appears with green arrows on the again.
Page 239 Driving and parking 237 countersteering slightly and returning the vehicle Automatic Lane Change & WARNING Risk of accident when changing to its lane. Automatic Lane Change is a sub-function of lane to an occupied adjacent lane Active Lane Change Assist. It can assist the driver The following conditions must be fulfilled for an Lane Change Assist cannot always clearly in deciding when a lane change is appropriate, as...
Page 240 238 Driving and parking tiated by the driver with Active Lane Change Active Lane Change Assist can initiate an auto- In the following situations in particular, Active Assist. matic lane change in the following situations, for Lane Change Assist does not perform an auto- example: matic lane change: In addition, Automatic Lane Change can be can-...
Page 241 Driving and parking 239 If the system deems a lane change appropriate The exterior lighting indicates a defect. Active Lane Change Assist is unavailable dur- and has to adjust the travel speed accordingly, ing this teach-in process, and no arrows are The system does not recognize a suitable the green A flashes on the side to which a lane displayed next to the Active Steering Assist...
Page 242 240 Driving and parking directly. In this case, the warning tone and L Active Brake Assist distance warning lamp will be activated at the ▌Function of Active Brake Assist same time as brake application. Active Brake Assist consists of the following func- If you apply the brakes yourself in a critical situa- tions: tion or apply the brakes during autonomous brak-...
Page 243 Driving and parking 241 tional preventive measures for occupant protec- another driving system, the ê Active Brake cles, pedestrians walking along the road and ® moving cyclists ahead. tion may also be initiated by PRE-SAFE Assist warning lamp will appear on the driver dis- play.
Page 244 242 Driving and parking at speeds up to approximately 43 mph at speeds up to approximately 75 mph ahead, pedestrians walking along the road and (70 km/h) when approaching stationary (120 km/h) when approaching crossing vehi- stationary vehicles. pedestrians and cyclists. cles, pedestrians and cyclists.
Page 245 Driving and parking 243 at speeds up to approximately 43 mph Warning of oncoming road users through A warning tone will also sound. If you do not react (70 km/h) when approaching stationary warning tone and distance warning lamp L to the warning, acceleration may be restricted or pedestrians and cyclists.
Page 246 244 Driving and parking Evasive Steering Assist Evasive Steering Assist has the following features: The system may be impaired or may not function in the following situations in particular: Detection of pedestrians, cyclists and vehi- & WARNING Risk of accident despite Eva- cles.
Page 247 Driving and parking 245 If the driver's seat belt is not fastened. The setting after starting the vehicle depends are about to drive past stop signs or red lights on the country. unintentionally. On tight bends. The camera also detects and analyzes traffic signs Setting warning timing ▌Setting Active Brake Assist with a restriction indicated by an additional sign...
Page 248 246 Driving and parking always be conveyed to the cruise control or Active recommended speeds Indicators on the driver display Distance Assist DISTRONIC for acceptance and Traffic Sign Assist can detect the following addi- shown on the head-up display. tional signs and evaluate relevance of the Important information from other systems may restrictions as required using auxiliary vehicle...
Page 249 Driving and parking 247 driver display and head-up display. The driver dis- Please also note the information on the dis- play can also show the distance to an upcoming play messages from Traffic Sign Assist lower speed limit. Information from the digital page 431).
Page 250 248 Driving and parking tion of road, such as on freeway on-ramps or one- At least one of the red traffic lights detected is iced over, damaged, inconveniently positioned, way streets. on the front passenger side beside the vehi- insufficiently illuminated or twisted. cle's lane.
Page 251 Driving and parking 249 If you overtake vehicles with traffic signs ¸ Green: the system is activated and opera- Activating or deactivating additional functions of attached to them. tional. Traffic Sign Assist Activate or deactivate Further Warnings. ▌Setting Traffic Sign Assist The available functions are switched on or off.
Page 252 250 Driving and parking If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range & WARNING Risk of accident despite Blind Always pay careful attention to the traffic and you activate the direction indicators in the situation and maintain a safe distance at Spot Assist corresponding direction, a double warning tone the side of the vehicle.
Page 253 Driving and parking 251 If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range, The exit warning is only an aid and not a substi- Warnings may be interrupted when you drive the red warning lamp will light up on the corre- tute for the attention of vehicle occupants.
Page 254 252 Driving and parking The course-correcting brake application is availa- Either a course-correcting brake application ble to you from a speed of approx. 20 mph appropriate to the driving situation, or none at all, (30 km/h) - 17 mph (60 km/h) (depending on the may occur in the following situations in particular: country) up to a speed of approx.
Page 255 Driving and parking 253 ▌Switching Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot The system can intervene if the following condi- tions are met: Assist on or off Multimedia system: Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a lane © Settings Assistance marking. Collision Avoidance You touch this lane marking with one of your front wheels.
Page 256 254 Driving and parking dashed lane markings, or only to solid lane mark- warning is also given through the steering If one of your front wheels moves onto a detected ings ( page 255). wheel, the status indicator will flash. The lane marking, this will be highlighted in red on the lane marking on the relevant side will be Assistance...
Page 257 Driving and parking 255 if the lanes are very narrow and winding The system may be impaired or inoperative in the ▌Setting Active Lane Keeping Assist following situations in particular: Multimedia system: Observe the notes on driving systems and your ©...
Page 258 256 Driving and parking This function must be activated for vehicles Racetrack mode is available only in the I road condition, e.g. undulations without Driving Assistance Package for Emer- drive program and with Æ or ¤. individual selection of SPORT, SPORT + or gency Stop Assist to be available in full meas- COMFORT When Active Brake Assist and Active Lane...
Page 259 Driving and parking 257 SPORT ensures a firmer suspension setting. Press the corresponding button 2. Suspension setting per drive program Select this suspension setting for a sporty The selected suspension setting is shown on Drive programs o and A: driving style, e.g. on winding country roads. the driver display as a message.
Page 260 258 Driving and parking Setting GPS-based raising of the vehicle The vehicle can drift outwards, for example, immediate vicinity of the body when the If the function is activated it is possible to save when steering or cornering. vehicle is being lowered. the vehicle position when raising the vehicle level.
Page 261 Driving and parking 259 The vehicle is stationary, the brake pedal is RACE START & WARNING Risk of skidding and having an depressed (left foot) and the parking brake is accident from wheels spinning ▌Information on RACE START released. If you use RACE START, depending on the RACE START is available only for the The transmission is in position h.
Page 262 260 Driving and parking In this phase, you can adjust RACE START Boost effect strategy ▌Activating/deactivating boost strategy with the depending on the road conditions. You can steering-wheel button ▌Function of the boost strategy vary the engine speed by pulling on one of the Requirements: steering wheel paddle shifters.
Page 263 Driving and parking 261 If the display button does not show the sym- Manually extending and retracting the rear wing Rear wing bol, then it is hidden. How functions are dis- for cleaning ( page 261). ▌Function of the rear wing played and the order in which they are dis- ▌Extending and retracting the rear wing for played can be set in the multimedia system...
Page 264 262 Driving and parking played can be set in the multimedia system Active aerodynamics profile Extend the rear wing manually only when page 178). washing the vehicle by hand. ▌Function of the active aerodynamics profile To extend: press corresponding button 2. Before entering an automatic car wash, The active aerodynamics profile is located on the ensure that the rear wing is retracted.
Page 265 Driving and parking 263 Press upper or lower display button If you press button again during the exten- you retract the active aerodynamics pro- repeatedly, until it displays the f symbol. sion process, the aerodynamics profile will file. retract once more. If you press button If someone does become trapped when If the display button does not show the sym- again during the retraction process, the aero-...
Page 266 264 Driving and parking The following camera perspectives are available Guide line at a distance of approximately on the central display: 1.0 ft (0.3 m) from the rear area Guide lines at a distance of approximately 1.6 ft (0.5 m), 3.3 ft (1.0 m), 5 ft (1.5 m) and 9.9 ft (3.0 m) from the rear area Warning display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC (...
Page 267 Driving and parking 265 The trunk lid is open. Observe also the information on vehicle sensors System limits and cameras ( page 212). If the system is not ready for operation, the mes- The weather conditions are poor, e.g. heavy sage System Inoperative appears on the driver...
Page 268 266 Driving and parking The following camera perspectives are available Rear view camera on the central display: Activating/deactivating Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 273) 3D auto view 3D view left-hand side of the vehicle The warning display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is shown in all views page 270).
Page 269 Driving and parking 267 The area behind the vehicle is not displayed Make sure that there are no persons, as a conventional mirror image in the 3D animals or objects etc., in the maneuver- views. ing area while maneuvering and parking. Image from the front camera or rear view camera (example) Warning display of Parking Assist...
Page 270 268 Driving and parking If you touch the touchscreen, the view changes to If a camera perspective is selected and the cen- The trunk lid is open. a 3D view with free rotation. You can turn, tilt and tral display is temporarily black or does not show The weather conditions are poor, e.g.
Page 271 Driving and parking 269 Contrast of the display may be impaired by ▌Calling up the 360° camera views using the ▌Selecting a view for the 360° camera (reverse abrupt direct sunlight or other light sources, button gear) e.g. when driving out of a garage. Particular Engage reverse gear.
Page 272 270 Driving and parking vehicle and a detected obstacle is displayed visu- while maneuvering and parking in/exiting parking Deleting an activation position ally and acoustically. spaces. Select u for the desired activation posi- The passive side impact protection also warns you tion.
Page 273 Driving and parking 271 Orange: approximately 2.3 ft (0.7 m) - 1.3 ft (0.4 m) Red: < 1.3 ft (0.4 m) Vehicles with 360° camera: the boundary line shifts dynamically depending on the position and distance of the obstacles detected. An intermittent warning tone also sounds depend- ing on the distance to the obstacle detected.
Page 274 272 Driving and parking Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: when you System limits are driving no faster than 11 mph (18 km/h). Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not necessarily take into account the following obstacles: Obstacles below the detection range, e.g. per- sons, animals or objects Obstacles above the detection range, e.g.
Page 275 Driving and parking 273 360° camera ( page 265) Parking Assist PARKTRONIC will be activated ▌Activating/deactivating Parking Assist automatically when the vehicle is started. PARKTRONIC Observe the information on vehicle sensors and Alternatively, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC can be cameras; otherwise the system cannot function * NOTE Vehicle damage during parking or activated or deactivated on the quick-access properly (...
Page 276 274 Driving and parking Select Audio Fadeout and switch Audio Fade- your surroundings. The responsibility for safe Parking in parking spaces that can be detec- out When in R on or off. maneuvering, parking and exiting parking spaces ted as such only from markings (forexample at remains with you.
Page 277 Driving and parking 275 procedure. In some circumstances, Active Parking Active Parking Assist can also display unsuitable Active Parking Assist will be canceled in the fol- Assist may therefore prematurely guide you into parking spaces, e.g. parking spaces in which lowing situations: the parking space or brake too late.
Page 278 276 Driving and parking ▌Parking with Active Parking Assist Parking Assist menu (example for left-hand side of Parking Assist menu (example) the screen) When the vehicle is at a standstill, the indicated Press the button 1. Select the menu Parking Assistance vehicle path into the currently selected park- ing space...
Page 279 Driving and parking 277 Vehicles with 360° camera: to change the vehicle path. If no new vehicle path is availa- & WARNING Risk of accident due to vehicle parking direction, tap the selected parking ble, the transmission position can be changed swinging out while parking or pulling out space again.
Page 280 278 Driving and parking Depress the brake pedal and select Start Parking Procedure 6 (depending on the respective vehicle equipment). The parking procedure is initiated for the detected parking space. The parking space and parking direction can- not be changed in immediate parking. ▌Exiting a parking space with Active Parking Assist Requirements:...
Page 281 Driving and parking 279 Depress the brake pedal and select Start If you do not react to the prompt to take control ▌Automatic braking function of Active Parking Unparking Procedure 4 (depending on the of the vehicle, the system will brake the vehicle to Assist a standstill.
Page 282 280 Driving and parking If Drive Away Assist is not available, the É A risk of collision may arise in the following situa- System limits will symbol appear in gray. If the Camera & The system limits of Active Parking Assist apply tions, for example: Parking menu is not open in the central dis-...
Page 283 Driving and parking 281 If a critical situation is detected, the symbol L maneuvering, parking and exiting parking spaces If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles or remains with you. Ensure that no persons, ani- other objects, detection is not possible. appears in red in the selected view in the Camera mals, objects, etc.
Page 284 282 Driving and parking When close-range braking is triggered, the symbol Select Maneuvering Assistance. Be ready to brake. º appears in red in the selected view in the Activate or deactivate the desired maneuver- Camera & Parking menu. System limits ing assistant.
Page 285 Driving and parking 283 Memory Parking Assist serves solely as an aid. It Objects located above or below the detection or trees. A certain distance must therefore be is not a substitute for you having to pay attention range of Memory Parking Assist may not be driven after starting the vehicle.
Page 286 284 Driving and parking Press the button 1. If not all conditions for a recording are met, the symbol is grayed out. Camera & Parking view opens on the cen- tral display. To start the recording, press the button 1. Park the vehicle in the desired parking space.
Page 287 Driving and parking 285 Follow the instructions on the central display. The vehicle drives into the selected parking space. The turn signal indicator is not switched on automatically. You are responsible for select- ing the turn signal indicator in accordance with the traffic conditions.
Page 288: Vehicle Towing Instructions
286 Driving and parking The turn signal indicator is not switched on Select Delete All Tracks. automatically. You are responsible for select- Alternatively, you can delete all data in Mem- ing the turn signal indicator in accordance ory Parking Assist by resetting the multimedia with the traffic conditions.
Page 289: Driver's Display 287
Driver's display 287 Fuel level and coolant temperature Notes on the driver display Driver display malfunction Indicator and warning lamps & WARNING Risk of accident if the driver & WARNING Risk of accident if the driver Additional functions available include the follow- display malfunctions display malfunctions ing:...
Page 290: Operating The Driver Display
288 Driver's display The driver display restarts. Press and hold the start/stop button Only operate this equipment when the page 203) once for roughly three seconds The content freezes. traffic situation permits. to switch off the drive system. The display stops showing data such as speed. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the Contact a qualified specialist workshop imme- Various indicator and warning lamps are also...
Page 291: Driver Display Menus
Driver's display 289 vertically or horizontally through the content. Scrolling on the menu bar Only operate this equipment when the Press the Touch Control to confirm your selection. traffic situation permits. To operate Touch Control in the most If you cannot be sure of this, stop the effective way, use the tip of your thumb if pos- vehicle whilst paying attention to road sible.
Page 292: Head-Up Display
290 Driver's display On some of these menus, you can choose from a Standard Steer Assist status range of information for the center display con- ECO display (depending on model and equip- Current speed tent. ment) ( page 172) Set speed in the driving system (e.g. Active On most of the menus, you can use Options Distance Assist DISTRONIC)
Page 293 Driver's display 291 Press the Touch Control. Swipe on the Touch Control and select Head- The current position and brightness settings Display. will be displayed as graphics on the head-up Press Touch Control a. display as well as on the driver display. To adjust the position: swipe upwards or Setting the head-up display in the multimedia sys- downwards on the Touch Control.
Page 294: Vehicles With A 48 V On-Board Electrical System
292 Driver's display Ç Active Parking Assist is available Vehicles with a 48 V on-board electrical system page 276) È Active Parking Assist has recognized a parking space ( page 276) é Parking Assist PARKTRONIC deactivated page 273) h Cruise control ( page 222) ç...
Page 295 Driver's display 293 ë HOLD function ( page 219) _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist ( page 137) Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus page 138) Ò Slippery road surface warning p Engine operating temperature warning lamp ( page 166) Vehicles with Traffic Sign Assist: detected instruc- tions and traffic signs ( page 245) Important information from other driving systems...
Page 296: 294 Mbux Multimedia System
You must observe the legal requirements for the to press. country in which you are currently driving when Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to operating the multimedia system. introduce changes in the following areas: Depending on the equipment, the scope of func-...
Page 297 You can find further information about opera- multimedia system switch between the zero layer and the home tion as well as about applications and serv- MBUX stands for Mercedes-Benz User Experi- screen with a classic menu. ices in the Digital Operator's Manual. ence.
Page 298 296 MBUX multimedia system View (map), Messages & Acoustic Signals, A long press on a suggestion opens a context ▌Overview of the zero layer Route. menu in which further functions are available. Digital map and user-specific applications (exam- Entertainment (media, radio) and telephone The learning function can be switched on and off ple) for the options.
Page 299 MBUX multimedia system 297 Select a media source The following user-specific applications are dis- Calls up the Control Center (pull the bar down) played in the lower display area: The media source must be connected to the Status line MBUX multimedia system. Suggestions Calls up user profile settings Requirement: suggestions are activated...
Page 300 298 MBUX multimedia system Write messages to contacts (suggestion) Suggestions for online voice applications Operating applications in the reduced view (exam- Requirement: the Online Voice Services option is ples) Connect a device via the device manager (sug- activated in the suggestions. gestion) Media: to play the previous or next track, tap The suggested voice applications are made availa-...
Page 301 MBUX multimedia system 299 To show: pull the bar above © upwards. Navigation module (expanded view) Operating a menu in the lower display area (exam- ple: active massage program) Select ©. Press the © button on the steering wheel on the right. Selects a massage program Starts/stops a massage program for the driver...
Page 302 300 MBUX multimedia system Opening and closing the context menu for a sug- Home screen overview Calls up applications gestion Quick-access to application Press and hold on a suggestion. Global menu The context menu opens and shows the G Calls up previous menu Longer Suggest option, for example.
Page 303 MBUX multimedia system 301 To navigate in menus: swipe up, down, left or Operating the MBUX multimedia system 8 To switch off the sound: press right. ß Calls up favorites Using Touch Control To use handwriting to enter characters: write £...
Page 304 302 MBUX multimedia system If you use the voice control system in an emer- Full functionality of the voice control system is Function of the MBUX Voice Assistant gency your voice can change and your tele- only available for you with activation of online phone call, e.g.
Page 305 MBUX multimedia system 303 Digital Operator's Manual: "Show me the When you start the vehicle, the MBUX Interior Overview of the MBUX Interior Assistant Operator's Manual". The full extent of the Dig- Assistant is activated automatically. You can switch the Interior Assistant on or off. ital Operator's Manual is available when the &...
Page 306 304 MBUX multimedia system Cameras are located in the overhead control The Assistant enhances comfort by automat- You receive a message when the camera is ing functions inside the vehicle and supporting available again. panel. natural interaction with the vehicle. The camera is covered, dirty, fogged up or The Assistant supports vehicle and infotainment INFOTAINMENT...
Page 307 Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The warning lamp in the outside mirror also flashes red for one of the front doors. Switching the reading light on and off When the door is opened, a warning tone Anticipatory exit warning (SAFETY/reactive) sounds.
Page 308 306 MBUX multimedia system The favorite is connected with the MBUX Inte- Switching the search light on and off Automatic preselection of the outside mirrors rior Assistant. (COMFORT/reactive) The area for detecting the favorites pose (V Until now, to set the outside mirrors the desired pose) is above the center console in front of mirror had to be selected using a preselection the central display.
Page 309 MBUX multimedia system 307 Briefly hold the V pose. b) Pressing a position button of the The favorite is called up. memory function or a seat adjustment switch in the driver's door. The adjustment process is stopped. Information on users, suggestions and favorites The driver's seat is equipped with an access pre- &...
Page 310 308 MBUX multimedia system User profiles save personal settings. If the vehicle Ambient light Favorites is used by several people, a person can change Favorites offer you quick access to frequently Outside mirrors their profile settings without changing the settings used applications.
Page 311 MBUX multimedia system 309 Follow the directions in the app. Suggestions in, this sensor serves as a contributory factor for The vehicle is connected with your Mercedes authentication on the multimedia system. The data and determination of the most prob- me user account.
Page 312 310 MBUX multimedia system Avoid background or disturbing noises during If you select Continue Without Selecting a Adding favorites from categories voice recognition. User, no specific settings for the user profile Select ©. are loaded. Deleting biometric data Select ß. Configuring and deleting suggestions Tap on E , for example, behind Fingerprint...
Page 313: System Settings
MBUX multimedia system 311 Data protection new software updates once. The software updates System settings are available for downloading for a limited period Connectivity Overview of the system settings menu of time. ® Wi-Fi, Bluetooth In the system settings menu, you can make set- Carrying out a software update: Time &...
Page 314 312 MBUX multimedia system To complete software updates via Wi-Fi, the vehicle is switched off. Follow the step-by-step In rare cases, an error can occur during the instal- vehicle must be connected to an external Wi- instructions on the central display to complete the lation.
Page 315 MBUX multimedia system 313 Multimedia system: acquired Entertainment Package. The availa- Setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot bility of this option is dependent on the coun- © Settings System Requirements: try. If the data package option is not available Internet and Bluetooth The Wi-Fi function is activated on the multime- or can be upgraded, you can purchase data dia system and the communication device to...
Page 316 314 MBUX multimedia system Connecting using a security key Using a mobile communication device as a Wi-Fi System language hotspot (tethering) Select the vehicle from the device to be con- ▌Notes on the system language nected. The vehicle is displayed with the This function is country-dependent.
Page 317: Amg Track Pace
MBUX multimedia system 315 The data used and saved in the multimedia Manual contains further information on Resetting the multimedia system (reset function) system by the driver assistance systems is Mercedes me and on-demand features. deleted. & WARNING Risk of accident due to failure With AMG TRACK PACE, the driving characteris- of central display functions Select Reset.
Page 318 316 MBUX multimedia system Press a to confirm. allows you to switch to the telemetrics dis- Setting Track Race The track will be saved under the name play. Multimedia system: entered. Select ð Stop timing to end timekeeping. TRACK PACE Track Race Searching by track name Confirm the prompt with OK.
Page 319 MBUX multimedia system 317 Selecting ¨ on the active display will deacti- Longitudinal/lateral acceleration vate it. Steering angle Displaying analysis Engine speed Engine oil/tire temperature ß Select tracks. An overview of all the tracks you have driven Based on the analysis, you can check and opti- will appear.
Page 320 318 MBUX multimedia system You can stop measurement early by interrupting Brake to a standstill. the acceleration procedure. Measurement is incremental, in steps of Select a track. 6 mph (10 km/h) to a standstill. If the braking Highlight the desired recording. Quarter-mile race procedure is started e.g.
Page 321 MBUX multimedia system 319 the TRACK PACE app is installed on the mobile Calling up the telemetry display De-authorizing the mobile device device. Select TRACK PACE App. Multimedia system: the mobile device is connected to the multi- Select a device. TRACK PACE Telemetry media system via Wi-Fi.
Page 322: Plug-In Hybrid Settings
320 MBUX multimedia system Select Dashcam. Activate or deactivate Unlock Charging Cable. Show statistics Select Track Race Drag Race and activate Select TRACK PACE Statistics. Activating or deactivating location-based charging Activate Recording. Statistics on the current user profile will be Select Charging Program, Home Charging...
Page 323 MBUX multimedia system 321 As soon as the maximum state of charge is Setting an individual departure time The components displayed are: reached, a notification is shown on the central Select Add New Time and set the desired State of charge of the high-voltage battery display that the charging process is complete departure time.
Page 324: Navigation And Traffic
322 MBUX multimedia system Navigation overview Navigation and traffic Always keep an eye on the actual traffic situation when carrying out all driving Notes on navigation Digital map maneuvers. Route guidance with augmented reality Switching navigation on & WARNING Risk of accident and injury as a result of distraction, incorrect depiction or Multimedia system: wrong interpretation of the display...
Page 325 MBUX multimedia system 323 2D and in the direction of travel Navigation module (expanded view) £ Ends the current route guidance 3D and in the direction of travel Tapping opens the navigation module in the expanded view with the Route Map with complete route Enters a destination If the map is moved, the map switches...
Page 326 Mercedes-Benz recommends operation using ually. This ensures correct toll accounting. Activate the toll system in the settings of the the MBUX multimedia system. Alternatively,...
Page 327 Search result address from what3words. This option is not The service has been activated at an Selects destination input, displays further available in all countries. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. destination inputs with double arrow Hide the keyboard with a. Deletes an entry...
Page 328 326 MBUX multimedia system Select the destination in the list. Calculating a route and using settings for route Selects a point of interest in the vicinity of the The route is calculated. guidance destination Observe the notes on the MBUX multimedia Address of the intermediate destination system ( page 294).
Page 329 MBUX multimedia system 327 To share a destination: select Ç Share. announcements for the route are taken into Activating a commuter route account via Reroute Based on Traffic This option allows you to scan the displayed A user profile has been created and Allow QR code.
Page 330 328 MBUX multimedia system Select Avoid Options. Activate Street Names House Numbers. Moving the map During route guidance, the activated options Activate or deactivate the avoid option. When the map is displayed, swipe in any direc- are shown as additional information in the tion with one finger on the central display.
Page 331 For more information on Live Traffic Informa- Roadworks The service has been activated at an author- tion, please refer to the Digital Operator's Additional hazards (if available) ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Manual. Displaying online map contents Multimedia system: Displaying hazard warnings ©...
Page 332 330 MBUX multimedia system Parking service The following information is displayed (if avail- Mercedes-Benz does not guarantee the accu- able): racy of the information provided in relation to * NOTE Vehicle damage due to failure to the car park or parking area.
Page 333 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use the USB flash drive format. So FAT32 format- Observe the legal regulations, in particu- USB devices with one partition.
Page 334 Have the camera checked in an authorized To select recording mode: select Loop To select recording mode: select Individual Mercedes-Benz Center. Recording. Recording. If the country border indication has been Loop Recording continuously records short...
Page 335: Telephone
Have the camera checked in an authorized traffic situation permits. munication equipment in the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz Center. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the If the country border indication has been vehicle whilst paying attention to road...
Page 336 334 MBUX multimedia system The car telephone has access to the SIM Observe the additional information on stowing & WARNING Risk of injury due to objects card data and dials into the mobile phone mobile communications devices correctly: being stowed incorrectly network via the exterior antenna.
Page 337 Calls up devices voice quality may fluctuate. Numerical pad Further information can be obtained from an Starts contact search authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// ▌Telephony operating modes overview www.mercedes-benz.com/connect. Depending on your equipment, the following tel- ephony operating modes are available: A mobile phone is connected to the multime- ®...
Page 338: Mercedes Me Apps
336 MBUX multimedia system Multimedia system: Managing contacts, e.g.: Mercedes me Apps © Phone Devices Downloading mobile phone contacts Mercedes me calls Devices Managing the format of a contact's name ▌Making a call via the overhead control panel Deleting favorites Searching for a mobile phone Receiving and sending messages, e.g.: Select...
Page 339 Requirements: the me button Access to a GSM network is available. The vehicle has detected an accident or break- A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center has The contract partner's GSM network coverage down situation ( page 210). been initiated via the me button in the overhead is available in the respective region.
Page 340 If you are already in contact Requirements for collision detection in the con- on the vehicle. with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center or text of accident recovery: have already received support, this prompt After quitting the emergency guide display on the The vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft can be ignored or declined.
Page 341 Set language for the multimedia system After your consent, the vehicle data is trans- tors: Telephone number of the communication plat- ferred and the Mercedes-Benz Customer Cen- form installed in the vehicle Reason for the initiation of the call ter takes your preferred appointment date.
Page 342 The incident-specific data is processed and stored Further information about Mercedes me connect Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System (auto- in the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center and, if services can be obtained in the Mercedes me Por- matic emergency call and SOS button) required to process the incident, forwarded to the tal: https://me.secure.mercedes-benz.com...
Page 343 Overview of the Mercedes me & Apps menu number first or use the Mercedes-Benz emer- Addition to the Mercedes me connect service gency call system ( page 344).
Page 344 342 MBUX multimedia system Make sure you always keep the Mercedes me Web browser overview Under Ä you have the following options: Apps updated. Tabs Apps You can call up the menu using in the multi- Bookmarks & History media system. Reading Mode Apps In the...
Page 345 (VIN) and is deleted when the multi- tem. media system is reset ( page 315). Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting The following driving status data is transmitted: the connection via the device manager or the Transmission position engaged...
Page 346: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System
Overview of the Mercedes-Benz emergency call benz-mobile.com/extra/ecall/ eCall is a standard feature in your Mercedes-Benz system vehicle. In order to function as intended, the sys- If there is a malfunction of the emergency call...
Page 347 If no connection can be made to the emergency of the MBUX Voice Assistant. services either, a corresponding message appears The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system trig- The emergency call has been made: in the media display. gers an emergency call automatically in the fol-...
Page 348: Sound Settings
The following functions are available: the eCall system data, please contact MBUSA's Equalizer Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR-MERC. Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emergency Treble, mid-range and bass For Canada, please contact MBC's Customer call system Assistance Center at 1-800-387-0100.
Page 349: Maintenance And Care 347
You can obtain information concerning the servic- Always have the prescribed maintenance and/or if air-recirculation mode is frequently work carried out at a qualified specialist ing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist used workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- workshop. ter.
Page 350: Maintenance Management
Maintenance Management and the mainte- nance reminder in the multimedia system are not available in every country. Contact an Telediagnosis Maintenance Management authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to find out Notes about Telediagnosis Notes about Maintenance Management whether this function is available in your coun- try.
Page 351: Engine Compartment
Details on data transfer can be found in the data Mercedes-Benz customer center. From this mes- protection information for the Mercedes me con- & WARNING Risk of accident and injury sage, a call can be made directly to the customer nect services.
Page 352 350 Maintenance and care Electric lines to the ignition coils and the fuel & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the Switch off the vehicle. injectors hood Never touch the danger zones surround- ing moving components, e.g. the rotation If you open the hood in the event of an over- &...
Page 353 Maintenance and care 351 If the hood can still be lifted slightly, open the Opening the hood hood again and close it with a little more force until it engages correctly. Engine oil ▌Checking the engine oil level using the driver's display Requirements The engine has been warmed up.
Page 354 352 Maintenance and care Switch on the vehicle to check the engine oil One of the following messages will appear on the & WARNING Risk of fire and injury from level. driver's display: engine oil Engine Oil Level System Inoperative: The oil Engine Oil Level Measuring Now…: the engine If engine oil comes into contact with hot com-...
Page 355 Maintenance and care 353 Checking the coolant level * NOTE Damage caused by adding too much engine oil & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- Excessive engine oil can damage the engine or nent parts in the engine compartment the catalytic converter.
Page 356 354 Maintenance and care Refilling the windshield washer system & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- nent parts in the engine compartment Certain component parts in the engine com- partment can be very hot, e.g. the engine, the cooler and parts of the exhaust system. Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the following.
Page 357: Cleaning And Care
Maintenance and care 355 Keeping the air/water duct free Ensure that the clearance width of the * NOTE Damage from automatic braking car wash, in particular the width of the Keep the area between the hood and the If one of the following functions is activated, guide rails, is sufficient.
Page 358 356 Maintenance and care The blower of the ventilation and heating is Observe the information on the correct dis- Do not use a power washer with round- switched off. tance in the equipment manufacturer's oper- spray nozzles. ating instructions. The windshield wiper switch is in position g. Have damaged tires or chassis parts Do not point the nozzle of the power washer The key is at a minimum distance of 20 ft...
Page 359 357). These notes also Only use care products approved for To avoid damaging the paintwork and interfering apply for matt decorative car films. Mercedes-Benz. with the driving assistance systems, please To avoid damage, please observe the notes on observe the following notes: Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi- cleaning decorative car films.
Page 360 Have work or repairs on decorative car film Clean the soft top when dry. Temperature, e.g. heat gun carried out at a qualified specialist workshop, Rinse with clean water. Weather e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Stone chips and dirt Chemical cleaning products...
Page 361 Clean the soft top with a brush and clean top with the soft-top cleaning agents recommen- water. ded and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Clean stains and other heavy dirt with a brush Notes on car parts cleaning and care Incorrect cleaning and care, as well as aging, can and soft-top cleaning agents recommended cause the soft-top seams to leak.
Page 362 Note that the wiper blades are coated. The Windows ded for Mercedes-Benz. Failure to observe the coating may leave residue on a cloth. Do not application instructions may result in damage, rub the wiper blades excessively or clean * NOTE Damage to electronic components smear marks or glare spots.
Page 363 Never bleach or dye seat belts. shield in front of the multifunction camera. Clean with a cleaning agent recommended for Otherwise, driving systems and driving safety Mercedes-Benz, especially in the winter and systems may be impaired or unavailable after washing the vehicle. page 212).
Page 364 Clean the surface carefully with a microfiber For heavy soiling: Use a cleaning agent recom- * NOTE Property damage due to disinfec- cloth and a suitable display care product (TFT- mended for Mercedes-Benz. tants LCD). Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents, pol- The interior includes a number of sensitive Do not use any other agents.
Page 365 Leather care: Use a leather care agent that then use a damp cloth to clean. For heavy soiling: Use a cleaning agent recom- has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. mended for Mercedes-Benz. Do not use a microfiber cloth. Do not use a microfiber cloth.
Page 366 364 Maintenance and care Use cleaning and care products recommen- ded for Mercedes-Benz. Do not use a microfiber cloth. Do not use oil-based cleaning and care prod- ucts.
Page 367: Breakdown Assistance 365
Breakdown assistance 365 Warning triangle Do not dry clean Emergency Class 2 safety vest Removing the safety vest ▌Removing the warning triangle The requirements defined by the legal standard The safety vests are located in the glove box upon are only fulfilled if the safety vest is the correct delivery of the vehicle.
Page 368 366 Breakdown assistance ▌Setting up the warning triangle First-aid kit (soft sided) overview This jeopardizes the operating and road safety of the vehicle. The fire extinguisher can be flung around and injure the driver or other vehicle occupants. Always store and secure the fire extin- guisher in the bracket.
Page 369: Flat Tire
TIREFIT kit in a qualified specialist Using the TIREFIT kit workshop. Tires with run-flat characteristics: Vehicles with a Mercedes-Benz emergency Requirements Observe the information and warning call system that are not equipped with a Tire sealant bottle and tire inflation compres-...
Page 370 368 Breakdown assistance in the tire tread. You can use TIREFIT in outside it. Do not inhale tire sealant fumes. Keep the * NOTE Overheating due to the tire inflation temperatures down to -4°F (-20°C). tire sealant away from children. compressor running too long If you come into contact with the tire sealant, &...
Page 371 Breakdown assistance 369 Affix part of the TIREFIT sticker to the Push the plug of hose into flange of tire Switch on the tire inflation compressor using On/Off switch 3. instrument cluster within the driver's field of sealant bottle until the plug engages. vision.
Page 372 Do not exceed the maximum speed limit professionally, e.g. at an authorized after the specified time, the tire is too badly with a tire that has been repaired using Mercedes-Benz Center. damaged. The tire sealant cannot repair the tire sealant. tire in this instance.
Page 373: Battery (Vehicle)
In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew the tems and impair the operating safety of your tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Alter- filling hose from the valve of the sealed tire. vehicle.
Page 374 Do not inhale battery gases. specialist workshop or to a collection approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Keep children away from the battery. point for used batteries. All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion bat-...
Page 375 Alternatively: connect the battery to a battery particular gloves, apron and face mask. workshop immediately. Immediately rinse electrolyte or acid charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or con- Do not drive on. splashes off with clean water. Consult a sult a qualified specialist workshop to discon- doctor.
Page 376 374 Breakdown assistance Immediately rinse off splashes of electro- If you do not intend to use the vehicle over an lyte or acid with plenty of clean water. extended period of time, observe the following: Dispose of batteries in an environ- Consult a doctor.
Page 377 Breakdown assistance 375 Risk of explosion. Notes on starting assistance and charging the & WARNING Risk of explosion due to a mix- 12‑V‑battery ture of explosive gases Always use the jump-start connection point in the Fire, naked flames and smoking are pro- A mixture of explosive gases can escape from engine compartment for charging the battery and hibited when handling the battery.
Page 378 Only use chargers tested and approved for are connected to the battery/the jump-start The service life of a defrosted battery may be Mercedes-Benz. connection point. drastically shortened. The starting behavior may Read the charger's operating manual before deteriorate, in particular at low temperatures.
Page 379 Breakdown assistance 377 Starting assistance and charging the 12‑V‑battery Requirements: The vehicle is secured with the electric park- ing brake. Vehicles with automatic transmission: the transmission is in position j. The vehicle and all electrical consumers are switched off. The hood is open. Open cover 1.
Page 380 Install any existing or supplied cell caps. 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist When the starting assistance/charging process is Otherwise, gases or battery acid could workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Cen- complete, perform the following steps: escape. ter.
Page 381: Tow Starting Or Towing Away
The vehicle cannot be started. ground 30 miles (50 km) at The electric parking brake cannot be released Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your 30 mph (50 km/h) or applied vehicle in case of a breakdown, rather than towing Front axle raised...
Page 382 380 Breakdown assistance If the automatic transmission cannot be shif- will otherwise automatically shift to position & WARNING Risk of accident when towing a ted to position i, or the driver display does vehicle which is too heavy not show anything, have the vehicle transpor- Install the towing eye ( page 382).
Page 383 Breakdown assistance 381 Ensure that the vehicle is parallel to the & WARNING Risk of accidents due to * NOTE Damage due to excessive tractive direction of travel. restricted safety-related functions during power Put the selector lever into position j. towing If you pull away sharply, the tractive power Use the electric parking brake to secure the...
Page 384 382 Breakdown assistance Installing and removing the towing eye Only use the towing eye or trailer hitch to * NOTE Damage to the drive train due to tow away or tow start the vehicle. incorrect positioning of the vehicle Do not use the towing eye or trailer hitch Do not position the vehicle above the to tow the vehicle during recovery.
Page 385: Electrical Fuses
Breakdown assistance 383 and fuse rating. The fuse ratings and further infor- The electrical fuses are located in various fuse Electrical fuses mation to be observed can be found in the fuse boxes: Notes on electrical fuses assignment diagram. Fuse box in the cockpit ( page 383) Fuse assignment diagram: on the fuse box in the &...
Page 386 128). To close: reinsert cover 1. Opening and closing the fuse box in the rear Mercedes-Benz recommends you have the fuse passenger compartment box opened at a authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Requirements Observe the notes on electrical fuses Opening page 383).
Page 387 Breakdown assistance 385 Push the two tabs on the left and right inwards and remove cover 2. To close: insert cover 2.
Page 388: 386 Wheels And Tires
386 Wheels and tires Carry out the following checks on all wheels regu- Notes on noise or unusual handling characteris- & WARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to larly, at least once a month or as required, for tics insufficient tire tread example, prior to a long journey or driving off- Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or Insufficient tire tread will result in reduced tire...
Page 389: Notes On Snow Chains
Never install snow chains on the front cle by Mercedes-Benz, or snow chains of the The driving characteristics as well as the wheels. same quality standard. steering‑ and braking may be greatly Only install snow chains on the rear impaired.
Page 390 388 Wheels and tires Susceptibility to damage Very low tire pressure can have the following when the operating conditions change, effects: e.g. off-road driving & WARNING Risk of accident due to repea- Tire defects as a result of overheating when driving at over 250 km/h ted pressure drop in the tires Impaired handling characteristics Adjust the tire pressure if necessary.
Page 391 Wheels and tires 389 Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the tire & WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuita- pressure. The outer appearance of a tire does not ble accessories on tire valves give a reliable indication of the tire pressure. If you mount unsuitable accessories onto tire Only correct the tire pressure when the tires are valves, the tire valves may be overloaded and...
Page 392 390 Wheels and tires Tire and loading information placard Checking the tire pressure manually page 393) Read the tire pressure recommended for the current operating conditions from the tire and loading information placard or the tire pres- Tire pressure monitoring system sure table.
Page 393 Wheels and tires 391 values after you have changed the tire pressure. the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, You can, however, also update the reference val- should stop and check your tires as soon as the system may not be able to detect or signal ues by restarting the tire pressure monitoring sys- possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-...
Page 394 392 Wheels and tires operating status ( page 389). Additionally, Driver display: One of the following messages will appear: observe the notes on cold tires ( page 387). © Service Current tire pressure at each wheel: The values displayed on the driver display may Show tire pressure: press a.
Page 395: Loading The Vehicle
Wheels and tires 393 Bear in mind the following related topic: Notes on tire pressure ( page 387) Loading the vehicle Notes on the Tire and Loading Information placard & WARNING Risk of accident from overloa- ded tires Overloaded tires may overheat and burst as a Tire and Loading Information placard consequence.
Page 396 Please consult an authorized Please also note: driver and passengers that will be riding in Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have any ques- Information on permissible weights and loads your vehicle. tions about towing a tralier with your vehicle.
Page 397 Wheels and tires 395 (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Further related subjects: Calculation example for determining the maximum Make sure you are using the actual maximum pay- payload Calculation example for determining the maxi- load for your vehicle as stated in the Tire and mum load ( page 395) The following table shows examples of how to cal-...
Page 398 396 Wheels and tires Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of persons in the vehicle (driver and pas- sengers) Distribution of vehicle occupants Front: 2 Front: 1 Rear: 3 Weight of vehicle occupants Occupant 1: 150 lbs (68 kg) Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs (82 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs (73 kg)
Page 399: Tire Labeling
Wheels and tires 397 Manufacturer Tire labeling Tire characteristics ( page 400) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 400) Tire name The data shown in the illustration is example data. Tire quality grading Tread wear grade In accordance with the US Department of Trans-...
Page 400 398 Wheels and tires 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 401 Wheels and tires 399 The data in the illustration is shown as an the year of manufacture (e.g. "3208" repre- example. sents the 32nd week of 2008). The TIN is a unique identification number to iden- tify tires, and comprises the following: Information on the maximum tire load DOT (Department of Transportation): tire &...
Page 402 400 Wheels and tires Information on maximum tire pressure Information on tire composition Tire size, 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 403 Wheels and tires 401 Preceding letter 1: Rim diameter 5: None: passenger car tires according to Euro- The diameter of the bead seat (not the diameter pean manufacturing standards. of the rim flange). The rim diameter is specified in inches (in). "P": passenger car tires according to US man- ufacturing standards.
Page 404 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y rating. You can obtain information on the required speed rating from a Mercedes-Benz service cen- up to 118 mph (190 km/h) T M+S ZR... over 186 mph (300 km/h) ter.
Page 405: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading
Wheels and tires 403 "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on the made by the manufacturer following specifications weight rating. The gross axle weight rating can be maximum load the tire can carry at a certain from the U.S. government. The quality grade of a found on the vehicle identification plate on the B- pressure.
Page 406 404 Wheels and tires maximum load and the weight of optional equip- PSI (pounds per square inch): standard unit of Weight of optional equipment: the combined ment installed at the factory. measurement for tire pressure. weight of the optional equipment weighing more than the replaced standard parts and more than Kilopascal (kPa): metric unit for tire pressure.
Page 407: Changing A Wheel
Manufacturer accessories which have been specially plied by the number of seats in the vehicle. Type approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. These tires are specially adapted to the active Changing a wheel safety systems, such as ABS, ESP ®...
Page 408 Accessory parts which are not approved for your Avoid curbs and potholes when parking. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or which are not used correctly, can impair the operating safety. * NOTE Possible wheel and tire damage...
Page 409 Wheels and tires 407 Legal provisions Only use tires and wheels of the same type If the tire's maximum permissible speed is (summer tires, winter tires, MOExtended tires) below that of the vehicle, this must be indica- Factory recommendations and of the same make. ted by an appropriate label in the driver's field of vision.
Page 410 408 Wheels and tires On vehicles that have the same size front and rear Notes on rotating wheels & WARNING Risk of accident caused by wheels, rotate the wheels according to the inter- non-approved tire types vals in the tire manufacturer's warranty booklet in &...
Page 411 Wheels and tires 409 Gloves Switch off the vehicle. You require the following tools, forexample, to change a wheel: Lug wrench Make sure that the vehicle cannot be started. Jack Alignment bolt Place chocks or other suitable items under the wheel that is diagonally opposite the wheel Chock Folding chock...
Page 412 Important notes on using the jack: Position the wheel wrench on the socket Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has been approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehi- cle. Using the wheel wrench 3, turn the hub cap counter-clockwise and remove it.
Page 413 Wheels and tires 411 * 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. Only position the jack at the jack sup- port points provided for this purpose.
Page 414 412 Wheels and tires Removing a wheel Do not raise the wheels by the plastic elements when removing and reposition- Requirements ing. The vehicle is raised ( page 410). * NOTE Damage to threading from dirt on * NOTE Damage to the ceramic brake disk wheel bolts when changing a wheel Do not place wheel bolts in sand or on a...
Page 415 "Changing a wheel" ( page 405). a second centering pin. immediately. For safety reasons, only use wheel bolts which Have the damaged wheel bolts or dam- have been approved by Mercedes-Benz and aged hub threads replaced. for the wheel in question.
Page 416 414 Wheels and tires Tighten the last wheel bolt until it is hand- * NOTE Paint damage to the rim when tight. inserting the first wheel bolt Lower the vehicle and tighten wheel bolts with If the wheel has too much free play when the prescribed tightening torque inserting the first wheel bolt, there is a risk of page 414).
Page 417: Emergency Spare Wheel
Wheels and tires 415 Ensure that the wheel bolts or wheel Emergency spare wheel shop. The new wheel must have the cor- nuts are tightened to the prescribed rect dimensions. Notes on the emergency spare wheel tightening torque. Observe the following notes on installing an emer- If you are not sure, do not move the vehi- &...
Page 418 416 Wheels and tires Vehicles with tire pressure monitoring sys- tem: if an emergency spare wheel is installed, the tire pressure monitoring system cannot function reliably. For a few minutes after an emergency spare wheel is installed, the sys- tem may still display the tire pressure of the removed wheel.
Page 419: Technical Data 417
You can obtain further infor- Frequency band Maximum transmis- Manufacturer information about radio-based vehi- mation from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- sion output cle components can be found using the key ter. phrase "Regulatory radio information" in the Digi-...
Page 420: Vehicle Identification Plate, Vin And Engine Number Overview
418 Technical data information" in the vehicle's Digital Operator's Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine num- Manual, on the Internet and in the app. ber overview Further information and updates are available at Vehicle identification plate the following web address: https:// regulatoryradioinformation.corpinter.net/us Vehicle identification plate (USA only)
Page 421 Technical data 419 Do not exceed the maximum permissible gross Additional plates vehicle weight or the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. Imprinted VIN Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Maximum permissible gross vehicle mass Engine number stamped into the crankcase Maximum permissible front axle load Plate with information about emissions test- Maximum permissible rear axle load...
Page 422: Operating Fluids
Only use products approved by Mercedes-Benz. ary heater. Damage caused by the use of products that have Always keep operating fluids in the not been approved is not covered by the sealed original container.
Page 423 Technical data 421 Fuel gasoline with metallic additives If you or other people come into contact with fuel, observe the following: ▌Notes on fuel quality If you have accidentally refueled with the Observe the notes on operating fluids Immediately rinse fuel off your skin with wrong fuel: page 420).
Page 424 Only add cleaning additives recommen- soon as possible with unleaded premium All models 2.6 gal (10.0 liters) ded by Mercedes-Benz to the fuel. grade gasoline. Do not drive at the maximum design Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use brand- Engine oil speed.
Page 425 Technical data 423 Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil tions marked in the table with the lowest SAE vis- changed at a qualified specialist workshop. cosity class in each case. Observe possible restrictions of the approved SAE viscosity classes. Only use engine oils approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 426 424 Technical data cosity class in each case. Observe possible The specified filling quantity refers to an oil Coolant restrictions of the approved SAE viscosity classes. change with oil filter replacement. ▌Notes on coolant Mercedes-AMG SL 63 S E PERFORMANCE: use Observe the notes on operating fluids only engine oils of viscosity classes SAE 0W-40 or Notes on brake fluid...
Page 427 Information on coolant is available at the fol- ing system: lowing locations: Model Engine cooling circuit A minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection down In the Mercedes-Benz Specification for (filling capacity with to about -35°F (-37°C)) Operating Fluids 320.1 heating) A maximum of 55% (antifreeze protection At https://operatingfluids.mercedes-...
Page 428 Unsuitable windshield washer fluid may dam- Refrigerant age the plastic surface of the exterior lighting. Only use refrigerant compressor oil that has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. ▌Notes on refrigerant Only use windshield washer fluid which is also suitable for use on plastic surfaces,...
Page 429 Technical data 427 Maintenance work to be carried out at a quali- fied specialist workshop ▌Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil Not for plug-in hybrid: Refrigerant filling capacity Model Mercedes-AMG SL 43 23.3 ± 0.4 oz (660 ± 10 g) Refrigerant information label (example: Refrigerant information label (example: R‑134a)
Page 430: Vehicle Data
428 Technical data Refrigerant filling capacity (plug-in hybrid) Vehicle dimensions Turning radius Model All models Model Mercedes-AMG SL 63 23.3 ± 0.4 oz Vehicle length 185.4 in (4708 mm) Mercedes-AMG SL 43 42.7 ft (13.0 m) S E PERFORMANCE (660 ± 10 g) Vehicle width includ- 82.7 in (2100 mm) All other models...
Page 431 Technical data 429 Weights and loads Maximum design speed Energy content and charging times Bear in mind that items of special equipment will Model Mercedes-AMG SL 63 increase the curb weight and reduce the payload. S E PERFORMANCE Mercedes-AMG SL 43 Vehicle-specific weight information can be found Type Lithium-ion...
Page 432 430 Technical data The rated voltage range for your vehicle can be found on the information label in the socket flap.
Page 433: Display Messages And Warning/Indicator Lamps 431
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 431 You can hide display messages to be acknowl- Display messages edged by pressing the back button G or with Introduction the left-hand Touch Control. The display messages will then be stored in the message memory. ▌Information about display messages Display messages appear on the driver display.
Page 434 432 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 45). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint System Malfunc- Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. tion Service Required Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 435 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 433 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 45). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Front Left Malfunction Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. Service Required (example) Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 436 434 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 45). & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to the head airbag malfunctioning Left Window Airbag Mal- If the head airbag is malfunctioning, it might be triggered unintentionally or might not deploy at all in the event of an accident.
Page 437 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 435 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Front Passenger Airbag * The front passenger air bag and the front passenger knee bag will be enabled while the vehicle is in motion in the Enabled See Operator's following situations: Manual...
Page 438 436 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check the status of automatic front passenger air bag shutoff ( page 47). If necessary, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Occupant Presence * The occupant presence reminder is malfunctioning Reminder Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 439 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 437 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * The key is currently undetected. Change the location of the key in the vehicle. Try to start the vehicle. Key Not Detected (white If the key is still not detected, place it in the slot for starting with the key ( page 163).
Page 440 438 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * The vehicle is processing in order to teach in the new key. Wait until processing is complete. Initializing Key Please Wait ® * A warning tone also sounds. This message reminds you to take your key with you when you leave the vehicle. Don't Forget Your Key Place the Key in the * Key detection is malfunctioning.
Page 441 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 439 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the Digital Vehicle Key is still not detected: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. õ * The key or the Digital Vehicle Key is currently undetected. Change the location of the key or the Digital Vehicle Key in the vehicle. Try to start the vehicle.
Page 442 440 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The key battery is weak or discharged. Check the battery using the indicator lamp ( page 73). Replace the key battery, if necessary ( page 76). The state of charge of the rechargeable battery of the end device with the Digital Vehicle Key is too low. Immediately charge the rechargeable battery of the Digital Vehicle Key end device.
Page 443 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 441 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions í * The state of charge of the rechargeable battery of the end device with the Digital Vehicle Key is too low. Immediately charge the rechargeable battery of the Digital Vehicle Key end device. Digital Vehicle Key Charge Device õ...
Page 444 442 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Soft top Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The vehicle is stationary and you try to open or close the soft top. Depress the brake pedal. Operate the soft top operation again until the soft top opens or closes completely. Apply Brakes While Station- ary Before Operating Soft * You will not be able to open or close the soft top while driving at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h).
Page 445 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 443 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You will not be able to open or close the soft top while driving at speeds greater than 37 mph (60 km/h). * NOTE Possible damage to the soft top Open/Close Soft Top Com- The soft top may be damaged if it is not locked.
Page 446 444 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Lights 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 Driving Lights Inoperative * You are driving without low-beam headlamps.
Page 447 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 445 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 Ã position. Switch Off Lights DIGITAL LIGHT Functions * The DIGITAL LIGHT system is malfunctioning. The lighting system will continue to work even without the functions of Limited the DIGITAL LIGHT system.
Page 448 446 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Until then, operate the high beam manually. * The corresponding light source is defective. Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Check Left Low LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding light appears only when all the light-emitting diodes Beam (example) in the light are faulty.
Page 449 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 447 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Hazard Warning Light Mal- * The hazard warning lamp switch is malfunctioning. function Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Drive system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The drive system is malfunctioning. Have the vehicle transported only using a transporter or trailer ( page 379).
Page 450 448 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions è * You cannot pull away while the charging cable is connected. Disconnect the charging cable from the vehicle. Charger Cable Connected Not Possible to Unlock * The charging cable connector cannot be removed from the vehicle socket. Charging Cable See Opera- If the charging cable is under strain, relieve the strain on the charging cable connector by carefully pulling on the tor's Manual...
Page 451 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 449 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Start the charging process at a different charging station. Use an alternative authentication method or payment method. AC Charging Inoperative * The charging process cannot be started due to a malfunction. Service Required Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 452 450 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Plug-in hybrid: The high-voltage battery is overheated. There is a risk of fire. Û Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. If possible, stop the vehicle in the open air and ensure that all vehicle occupants get out. Battery Overheated Stop! Supporting vehicle functions may activate automatically, e.g.
Page 453 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 451 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * A function restriction has occurred in the drive system. Û Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Have High-Voltage System Checked See Operator's Manual Service Required Do Not * The transmission is malfunctioning. It is no longer possible to change the transmission position. Change Transmission Posi- If transmission position h is selected, consult a qualified specialist workshop and do not change the transmission tion...
Page 454 452 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Fully charge the high-voltage battery ( page 193). If the output and range are still reduced, there is a malfunction in the drive system. Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 455 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 453 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive Malfunction Achieva- * The drive system is malfunctioning. ble Speed Severely Limited The maximum vehicle speed is restricted. See Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * The drive system is malfunctioning. The output of your vehicle is restricted. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 456 454 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions High-Voltage Battery Fault * A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery. No Start in Approx. XXX mi It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been covered. Service Required(red dis- It will still be possible to start the combustion engine.
Page 457 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 455 Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The driver display is inoperative due to a failed software update. The display message will be shown every time the engine is started. & WARNING Risk of accident if the driver's display fails If the driver's display fails or malfunctions, you may not be aware of any functional limitations to safety-critical systems.
Page 458 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Connect a suitable charger approved for Mercedes-Benz with sufficient charge output to the jump-start connection point of the 12 V battery ( page 377). The 48 V battery is charged via the voltage converter in the vehicle.
Page 459 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 457 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¥ * The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. Add washer fluid ( page 354). Add Washer Fluid Windshield Wiper Malfunc- * The windshield wiper is malfunctioning.
Page 460 458 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Head-up Display Bright- * The brightness of the head-up display is reduced. Possible causes: ness Currently Reduced Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision See Operator's Manual Faulty exterior brightness signals Switch on the windshield wiper.
Page 461 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 459 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The power steering assistance is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to altered steering characteristics Steering Malfunction If the power assistance of the steering fails partially or completely, you will need to use more force to steer. Increased Physical Effort If safe steering is possible, drive on carefully.
Page 462 460 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The rear-axle steering is malfunctioning. The rear axle has no steering capability. The steering wheel may be at an angle when you drive in a straight line. Rear Axle Steering Malfunc- Adapt your speed and drive on carefully.
Page 463 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 461 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Electronic Rear Axle Differ- * The electronic locking differential has failed. ential Lock Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Electronic Rear Axle Differ- * The electronic locking differential has overheated. ential Lock Currently Let the electronic locking differential cool down by driving defensively.
Page 464 462 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The hood is open. & WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the hood unlocked The hood may open and block your view. Never release the hood when driving. Before every trip, ensure that the hood is locked.
Page 465 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 463 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Close the trunk lid. * The seat backrest of the corresponding front seat is not engaged. Fold the seat backrest back until it engages. Front Left Seat Backrest Not Locked (example) ¥...
Page 466 464 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 353).
Page 467 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 465 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 468 466 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Depress Brake to Shift * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j and into another transmission position. from P Depress the brake pedal. Select transmission position h, k or neutral i.
Page 469 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 467 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to rolling away When the vehicle is switched off or the driver's door is opened, automatic engagement of park position j is deac- tivated.
Page 470 468 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions When changing from park position j to neutral i, hold the selector lever in position i for an extended period of time. Service Required Do Not * The transmission is malfunctioning. It is no longer possible to change the transmission position. Change Transmission Posi- If transmission position h is selected, consult a qualified specialist workshop and do not change the transmission tion...
Page 471 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 469 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 then back on (USA only) Apply the electric parking brake manually ( page 209).
Page 472 470 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 473 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 471 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To apply: Apply the electric parking brake manually. If it is not possible to apply the electric parking brake: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Where necessary, also secure the parked vehicle against rolling away. To release: If the conditions for automatic release are fulfilled and the electric parking brake is not released automatically, release the electric parking brake manually (...
Page 474 472 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 209).
Page 475 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 473 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function was activated. A horn may also sound at regular intervals. You cannot start the vehicle system. (USA only) Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly until the display message disappears. You cannot start the vehicle system again.
Page 476 474 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 477 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 475 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 478 476 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 479 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 477 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 480 478 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * Cruise control cannot be activated because not all activation conditions are fulfilled. Observe the activation conditions for cruise control ( page 222). - - - mph Cruise Control Inoperative * Cruise control is malfunctioning.
Page 481 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 479 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ä * AMG RIDE CONTROL is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL is malfunctioning. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. Do not drive at speeds greater than 50 mph (80 km/h). Malfunction Do Not Exceed Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 482 480 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions RACE START Not Possible * Possible causes: See Operator's Manual The activation conditions have not been fulfilled ( page 259). RACE START Canceled * Possible causes: you released the accelerator pedal during RACE START. you depressed the brake pedal during RACE START.
Page 483 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 481 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has deactivated automatically ( page 226). Active Distance Assist Cur- * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily unavailable.
Page 484 482 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Distance Assist Now * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again. Available Switch on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 226). Active Brake Assist Func- * For vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package, the following functions may be temporarily unavailable or only parti- tions Currently Limited See ally available: Operator's Manual...
Page 485 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 483 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Evasive Steering Assist ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Brake Assist is temporarily unavailable or only partially availa- ble. Drive on carefully. 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 486 484 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ø * Active Steering Assist has reached the system limits ( page 231). You have not steered independently for a considerable period of time. Take over the steering and drive on in accordance with the traffic conditions. Active Steering Assist Cur- * Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable due to multiple emergency stops.
Page 487 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 485 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. * Vehicles without the Driving Assistance Package: Active Emergency Stop Assist is temporarily unavailable due to multi- ple emergency stops.
Page 488 486 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Change Assist * Active Lane Change Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Automatic Lane Change * Active Lane Change Assist is temporarily unavailable.
Page 489 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 487 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Stop & Go Assist * Active Stop-and-Go Assist is temporarily unavailable. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist are Currently Unavailable See still available. Operator's Manual The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 224).
Page 490 488 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Blind Spot Assist Inopera- * Blind Spot Assist or the exit warning is malfunctioning. tive Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 491 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 489 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist * Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable. Currently Unavailable See The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 253). Operator's Manual As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again.
Page 492 490 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¸ * Front and corner radar sensors (hereafter "sensors") are malfunctioning. Possible causes: The sensors are dirty Heavy rain or snow ð Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
Page 493 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 491 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ê * The view of the multifunction camera is restricted. Possible causes: Dirt on the windshield in the field of vision of the multifunction camera Heavy rain, snow or fog ð...
Page 494 492 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions PRE-SAFE Inoperative See * The PRE‑SAFE ® functions are malfunctioning. Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. PRE-SAFE PLUS Inopera- * The PRE‑SAFE ® PLUS system is malfunctioning. tive See Operator's Manual Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle.
Page 495 If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Operator's Manual 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 496 494 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Battery Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The 12 V on-board electrical system is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 12 V On-board Electrical System Service Required * The 12 V battery is no longer being charged and the state of charge is too low. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving Stop Vehicle See Opera- Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
Page 497 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 495 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The vehicle is off and the state of charge of the 12 V battery is too low. Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. Drive for 30–60 mins. Switch on vehicle to charge the 12 V battery Charge the 12 V battery when stationary (...
Page 498 496 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The 48 V battery is overheating. There is a risk of fire. Û Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. If possible, stop the vehicle in the open air and ensure that all vehicle occupants get out. Battery Overheated Stop! Supporting vehicle functions may activate automatically, e.g.
Page 499 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 497 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive the vehicle for a while to charge the 12 V battery and the 48 V battery after disconnecting the charger from the vehicle. Starting Possible Again If the display message does not appear after a few minutes: Try to start the vehicle.
Page 500 498 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING There is a risk of an accident if the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning The tire pressure monitoring system cannot issue a warning if there is pressure loss in one or more of the tires. Tires with insufficient tire pressure may impair the driving characteristics as well as steering and braking.
Page 501 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 499 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions The driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking may be greatly impaired. You could then lose control of the vehicle. Observe the recommended tire pressures. Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions.
Page 502 500 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Do not drive with a flat tire. Observe the notes on flat tires. Notes in the event of a flat tire ( page 367). Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tires.
Page 503 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 501 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine oil level is too high. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with excess engine oil Engine Oil Level Reduce Oil Avoid long journeys with excess engine oil. Level Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately and have the engine oil level reduced.
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502 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The oil pressure is too low. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient oil pressure Engine Oil Pressure Stop Avoid driving with insufficient oil pressure. Switch Off Vehicle Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
Page 505 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 503 Ú System error ( page 507) ! Canada: electric parking brake (red) Driver display page 514) # Electrical malfunction ( page 507) é USA: Recuperative Brake System Vehicle page 514) Ù Power steering (yellow) ( page 508) J Canada: brakes (yellow)( page 514)
Page 506 504 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps ä AMG RIDE CONTROL ( page 517) ä AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL page 517) Mercedes-Benz emergency call system H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system page 522) Tire pressure monitor h Tire pressure monitor ( page 523) Exterior lighting...
Page 507 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 505 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 45). & 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 508 506 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ü * The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent warning tone sounds. The driver or front passenger has not fastened his/her seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. Fasten your seat belt ( page 45).
Page 509 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 507 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow occupant presence reminder warning lamp is lit. The occupant presence reminder is malfunctioning Note the messages on the driver display. Occupant presence reminder warning lamp (yel- low) Drive system Warning/indicator lamp...
Page 510 508 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electrical malfunction warning lamp is on. There is a malfunction with the electrics. Note the messages on the driver display. Electrical malfunction warn- ing lamp Vehicle Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and...
Page 511 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 509 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Note the messages on the driver display.
Page 512 510 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The red coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp (red) The coolant level is too low The air supply to the radiator is obstructed The radiator fan is faulty The engine coolant pump is faulty...
Page 513 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 511 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 driver display. If the coolant temperature display is at the lower end of the temperature scale: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 514 512 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow engine diagnostics warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A malfunction has occurred in the engine, the exhaust system or the fuel system. This may cause the emissions limit values to be exceeded and the engine to run in emergency mode.
Page 515 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 513 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while you are driving. There has been pressure loss in the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Close the fuel filler cap.
Page 516 514 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp is also lit up in the event of a malfunction. Note the messages on the driver display.
Page 517 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 515 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 only) If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
Page 518 516 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red brakes warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. Possible causes: 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 519 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 517 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 520 518 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ * The yellow ESP ® warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. ®...
Page 521 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 519 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® ® If ESP cannot be activated, ESP is malfunctioning. Have ESP ® checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ® Observe the notes on deactivating ESP page 215). å...
Page 522 520 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ê * The Traffic Sign Assist warning lamp is lit. Traffic Sign Assist is malfunctioning. Note the messages on the driver display. Traffic Sign Assist warning lamp * The red distance warning lamp lights up while the vehicle is in motion. The distance to the vehicle in front is too small for the speed selected.
Page 523 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 521 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 the driver is not wearing a seat belt or another driving system has been activated. Active Brake Assist warning Observe the notes on Active Brake Assist ( page 240).
Page 524 Consult a qualified specialist workshop. (red) Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz emergency call system warning lamp...
Page 525 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 523 Tire pressure monitor Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit. The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. Tire pressure monitoring &...
Page 526 524 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure and the tires.
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Index 525 Brake application........251 Active Lane Keeping Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Exit warning........... 249 Activating/deactivating......255 (SmartKey) battery......... 76 Function..........249 Function..........253 4MATIC............190 Setting the sensitivity......255 Active Brake Assist 48 V on-board electrical system Function..........240 Active light function........
Page 528 526 Index Adaptive cruise control......... 229 Front air conditioning......150 AMG active sport suspension system Setting the vehicle level......257 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Air distribution Setting vehicle level (GPS-based).... 258 Activating/deactivating......138 Adjusting........149, 151 AMG adaptive sport suspension system Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus Air inlet............
Page 529 Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever......184 Anti-collision Attention assistant........220 Double-clutch function......187 Drive Away Assist........279 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center..33 Drive programs........179 Anti-lock braking system......214 Authorized workshop........33 DYNAMIC SELECT switch....... 179 Anti-theft alarm system........ 101 Engages neutral........
Page 530 BAS (Brake Assist System)..... 214 Blind Spot Assist Driving tips..........166 Activating/deactivating......253 EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribu- Function..........249 tion)............218 Calling the customer center for ® Electric parking brake......208 Bluetooth Mercedes-Benz..........337 Handbrake..........208 Connecting a mobile phone....335...
Page 531 Index 529 Calls Car-to-X-Communication Vehicle interior........361 Mercedes me......... 336 Display on map........328 Vehicle parts.......... 359 Telephone menu........336 Vehicle socket for the high-voltage Care Using overhead control panel....336 battery........... 359 Aerodynamic profile (extending/ Washing by hand........356 Camera retracting)..........
Page 532 530 Index Charge level display........203 Charging cable Clean varnish..........357 Control panel......... 197 Charge level/charge display......203 Cleaning Stowing..........195 Air/water duct........355 Charging Charging settings......... 320 Automatic car wash....... 355 12 V battery........... 377 Camera..........359 At time of departure....... 320 Checking the coolant level......
Page 533 Index 531 Airflow........... 149 Temperature.......... 149 Notes............. 424 Automatic control........151 Ventilation with comfort opening....99 Cooling............149 Defrosting a window......151 COC papers, CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM- Copyright Defrosting windows........ 152 ITY............... 417 License............ 40 Demisting the windshield....... 149 Cockpit Copyrights Filling capacity for refrigerant and Dashboard overview........
Page 534 532 Index Deactivating the alarm......... 102 Cornering light function......133 Dynamic low beam......... 133 Dealership............. 33 Damage Extended range fog lamps...... 134 Limited protection........55 Declaration of conformity Highway mode........134 Components relevant to radio regulation.. 31 Dashboard Overview..........133 Cockpit overview........
Page 535 Index 533 Display é ATTENTION ASSIST: Take a Currently Unavailable See Care............361 Operator's Manual......... 474 Break!............ 477 Display (driver's display) Currently Unavailable See Automatic Driving Lights Inop- ÷ Overview of displays....... 292 erative........... 444 Operator's Manual......... 475 Display (MBUX multimedia system) Battery Overheated Stop! í...
Page 536 534 Index Front Left Malfunction Service Intensive Cleaning Activated for ® Obtain a New Key......441 ¥ Required (example)........ 433 Seconds........... 463 ç Off..........481 Front Left Seat Backrest Not í Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle... 441 ë Off..........477 Locked (example)........
Page 537 Index 535 Release Parking Brake....472 Stop Vehicle See Operator's Active Blind Spot Assist Currently Û ® Replace Key Battery..... 436 Manual..........495 Unavailable See Operator's Manual..488 Stop Vehicle To Charge the 12 Active Blind Spot Assist Inoperative..488 í...
Page 538 536 Index Active Lane Keeping Assist Currently Active Stop & Go Assist Inoperative Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavaila- Unavailable See Operator's Manual..489 See Operator's Manual......487 ble See Operator's Manual..... 487 Active Lane Keeping Assist Inoperative... 489 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Currently Blind Spot Assist Inoperative....
Page 539 Index 537 Drive Malfunction Achievable Speed High-Voltage Battery Fault No Start in RACE START Canceled......480 Severely Limited See Operator's Man- Approx. XXX mi Service Required (yel- RACE START Not Possible See Opera- ual............453 low display message)......453 tor's Manual...........
Page 540 538 Index Drive programs Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative... 497 Vehicle Ready to Drive Shutdown AMG DYNAMIC SELECT......183 Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative Tire Occurs When Locked or Automatically Selecting..........181 Pressure Sensors Missing...... 498 in XX Mins..........456 Driver display To Deselect P or N Depress Brake and Windshield Wiper Malfunction....
Page 541 Index 539 BAS (Brake Assist System)..... 214 Duplicate key..........77 EBD, Electronic Brakeforce Distribution..218 Blind Spot Assist / Active Blind Spot Dynamic low beam ECO Assist Assist............ 249 Overview..........133 48 V on-board electrical system..... 173 Cameras..........212 DYNAMIC SELECT ECO display..........
Page 542 540 Index Reflective safety vest......365 Engine number........418 EQ technology Warning triangle........366 Jump-starting......... 375 Operating safety........28 Parking (start/stop button)....203 Emergency braking ® Starting (Digital Vehicle Key)....162 Active Brake Assist......... 240 Activating/deactivating....217, 218 Brake Assist System....... 214 Engine data Crosswind Assist........
Page 543 Index 541 Fog lamp............131 Adjusting from driver's seat....107 Fog light (extended range)......134 Front spoiler..........262 Factory settings MBUX reset function......315 Foil covering Fuel Radar and ultrasonic sensors....212 Additives..........422 Favorites............308 Depressurize the fuel tank (plug-in Folding draft stop, Wind deflector Film coverings hybrid with gasoline engine)....
Page 544 Steering wheel........116 Haptic accelerator pedal, Pressure point..176 Garage door openers Help call Hazard warning lights........132 Programming buttons......205 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system.. 344 Hazard warnings Synchronizing the rolling code....207 High beam........... 131 Car-to-X-Communication......328 Gasoline............421 High-voltage battery Head air bag..........
Page 545 Index 543 Range............ 429 Refrigerant..........426 Interior protection........103 Recuperation......... 174 Vehicle..........418 Internet Starting the charging process....200 Immediate pre-entry climate control..... 156 Mercedes me connect......340 Stowing the charging cable....195 Setting up a Wi-Fi hotspot...... 313 Immobilizer..........101 Type............
Page 546 544 Index Knee air bag........... 60 Bad weather light........134 Load index City lighting..........134 Tires............400 Combination switch....... 131 Load-bearing capacity Cornering light function......133 Lane Change Assist........235 Tires............400 DIGITAL LIGHT........133 Lane Keeping Assist........253 Loading Dynamic low beam.........
Page 547 Index 545 Low-beam headlamps Maneuvering Maximum permissible load Activating/deactivating......130 Drive Away Assist........279 Calculation example....... 395 Maneuvering brake function....281 Determining........... 394 Lowered suspension AMG ACTIVE RIDE CONTROL....257 Maneuvering assistant Maximum speeds......... 429 Activating/deactivating......282 Lubricants............ 420 Maximum tire load........399 Cross traffic warning......
Page 548 Information..........340 Notes............. 294 Steering wheel........119 Transferred data........341 Opening/closing the soft top....92 Memory Parking Assist Mercedes-Benz emergency call system, Operating the zero layer......298 Exiting a parking space......285 Emergency call Overview..........295 Function..........282 Automatic emergency call...... 345 Set collision detection......
Page 549 Index 547 Modification Occupant presence reminder Operating fluids Limited protection........55 Activating/deactivating......72 Additives..........422 Function..........72 Brake fluid..........424 Multimedia system........295 coolant..........424 Occupant safety Engine oil..........422 Air bag............. 60 Gasoline..........421 Basic information........42 Navigation Notes............. 420 Child seat..........
Page 550 548 Index Overhead control panel........16 Parking assistance systems Pets in the vehicle.......... 55 Active Parking Assist......274 Overview of air bags........60 Plug-in hybrid operation Drive Away Assist........279 Charging cable control panel....197 Maneuvering brake function....281 Ending the charging process (alternat- Memory Parking Assist......
Page 551 Index 549 Power closing function Programs............. 179 Racetrack mode Trunk lid........... 85 AMG ceramic high-performance com- Protection posite brake system....... 170 Power supply Limited............ 55 AMG steering-wheel buttons....177 Start/stop button........161 Protection against collision Function..........256 Switching on (start/stop button).... 161 Maneuvering brake function....
Page 552 550 Index Opening the camera cover..... 270 Remote Online Self-test........... 45 Charging the starter battery....164 Warning lamp........... 45 Rear window heating........149 Cooling/heating the vehicle interior..164 Reverse gear Rear wing Starting the vehicle........ 164 DIRECT SELECT lever......184 Care............
Page 553 Index 551 Displaying road names/house num- Seat belt Selector lever..........184 bers............326 Automatic tightening........ 52 Self-test Switching video on or off......326 Care............361 Automatic front passenger air bag shu Rear passenger compartment seat Route-based speed adaptation toff............47 belt status display........
Page 554 552 Index Side window Sound settings..........346 ® Smartphone Integration, iPhone Window films......... 358 Android Auto.......... 342 Spare parts............ 24 ® Apple CarPlay ........342 Side windows Spare wheel, Emergency spare wheel... 415 Closing with SmartKey......99 Snow chains..........387 Special seat belt retractor......
Page 555 Index 553 Switching on the power supply / vehi- Steering Door............122 cle............161 Rear axle steering........170 Glove box..........122 Start/stop function........170 Steering wheel Substances hazardous to health..... 27 Adjusting electrically......114 Starter battery Sulfur content..........421 Driver's air bag........60 charging, Remote Online......
Page 556 554 Index Notes............. 333 Temperature grade......... 397 Notes on wireless charging (mobile Tire Quality Grading....... 397 Tailpipes phone)........... 126 Traction grade........397 Care............359 Operating modes........335 Tread wear grade........397 Tank capacity Secure Simple Pairing......335 Tire lettering Fuel............422 Telephone menu overview......
Page 557 Index 555 Tire tread............. 386 Selecting..........405 Tow bar system Size designation........400 Towing away.......... 286 Tire-change tool........... 408 Snow chains.......... 387 Tow-away protection........103 Tire-change tool kit........408 Speed rating.......... 400 Tow-starting..........382 TIREFIT kit, Tire inflation compressor Storing........... 408 Storage location........
Page 558 556 Index Transmission positions lock automatically (MMS)......83 DIRECT SELECT lever......184 Locking/unlocking (Digital Vehicle Key)..78 Unfastening........... 59 Locking/unlocking (emergency key)..83 Transporting Unlocking setting........... 74 Locking/unlocking (from inside)....80 Vehicle..........381 Lowering..........414 Updates............311 Tread wear grade......... 397 Maintenance..........
Page 559 Index 557 Vehicle cameras........... 212 Vehicle operation outside the USA or Can- Voice assistant ada..............26 Voice prompting........302 Vehicle data Display, MBUX........182 Vehicle sensors..........212 Displaying, DYNAMIC SELECT....182 Vehicle socket Warning system..........101 Maximum speeds........429 Care............359 Turning circle.........
Page 560 ü Seat belt warning lamp lights up... 506 Wear ä Suspension warning lamp (red) lights up..........513 Limited protection........55 H Mercedes-Benz emergency call ............521, 522 Weather information........328 system warning lamp......522 ä Suspension warning lamp (yel- Web browser..........342 p Occupant presence reminder low)..........
Page 561 Index 559 Wheel change Selecting..........405 Window films......... 358 Installing a new wheel......413 Size designation........400 Windshield Installing/removing the hub cap..... 409 Snow chains.......... 387 De-icing..........151 Lowering the vehicle......414 Speed rating.......... 400 Demisting..........149 Removing a wheel........412 Storing...........
Page 562 560 Index Wipers............142 Wireless charging Mobile phone (front)......127 Notes............. 126 Workout programs........110 Workshop............33 Zero layer Function..........295 Overview..........296...

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