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Mercedes-Benz Citan 2014 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all features described. This is also the case for safety-relevant systems and functions. Please contact your authorised Mercedes-Benz dealer if you would like to have a printed Owner’s Manual for other vehicle models and vehicle model years.
  • Page 2 Citan Operating Instructions...
  • Page 3 Symbols WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or disposal.
  • Page 4 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz Before you drive off, familiarise yourself with your vehicle and read these Operating Instructions. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and avoid endangering yourself and others. The equipment or model designation of your...
  • Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 23 Introduction ......... 15 Safety ........... 31 Opening and closing ......51 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..65 Lights and windscreen wipers ... 77 Climate control ........95 Driving and parking ......111 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 7 Index 1, 2, 3 ... 12 V socket Ball coupling see Sockets Fitting ..........132 Removing ........133 see Brake Assist (BAS) ..... 50 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Battery Function/notes ........ 48 Indicator lamp ........ 154 Important safety notes ....48 Battery (key) Warning lamp .........
  • Page 8 Index Child seat ISOFIX ..........42 Capacities On the front-passenger seat .... 41 see Technical data Recommendations ......47 Car wash (care) ......... 182 Suitable positions ......44 Care TopTether ........42 Automatic car wash ....... 182 Child-proof locks Carpets .......... 187 Doors ..........
  • Page 9 Driver's door and co-driver's door ..56 Deactivating ........127 Driving abroad Important safety notes ....125 Mercedes-Benz Service ....182 LIM indicator lamp ......126 Symmetrical dipped beam ....81 Selecting ........126 Driving on flooded roads ....124 Setting a speed ......
  • Page 10 Index ECO start/stop function ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) Automatic engine start ....115 Automatic engine switch-off ..115 Warning lamp ......... 150 Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc- Deactivating/activating ....116 General information ....... 114 tions) ..........185 Electrical/electronic equipment Exterior lighting Retrofitting ........
  • Page 11 Jack Gear or selector lever (cleaning Storage location ......191 instructions) ........187 Using ..........215 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 19 Jump starting (engine) ...... 198 Glove compartment ......159 Handbrake Changing the battery ....... 53 Door central locking/unlocking ..52 see Parking brake Loss ..........
  • Page 12 Correct use ........15 Shift recommendation ....119 Declaration of conformity ....17 Starting the engine ......113 Notes on operating the vehicle ..16 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Qualified specialist workshops ..18 see Qualified specialist workshop Registering your vehicle ....18 Mirrors Outside temperature display ...
  • Page 13 Index Parking brake ........122 see Fuel Replacing bulbs Indicator lamp ........ 151 Important safety notes ....83 Notes/function ......122 Overview of bulb types ....84 Petrol ..........227 Replacing the bulb Plastic trim (cleaning instruc- Interior lighting ........ 88 tions) ..........
  • Page 14 Index Belt force limiter ......39 Spectacles compartment ....160 Belt tensioner ........39 Speedometer ........136 Cleaning ......... 187 see Instrument cluster Warning lamp ......... 148 SPEEDTRONIC Seats Deactivating variable ..... 128 Adjusting the head restraint .... 71 Function/notes ......127 Cleaning the cover ......
  • Page 15 Index Driving tips ........130 Fitting the ball coupling ....132 Tailgate ..........59 Important safety notes ....130 Important safety notes ....59 Mounting dimensions ....235 Opening/closing from the out- Power supply ......... 134 side ..........59 Removing the ball coupling .... 133 Technical data Trailer loads ........
  • Page 16 Index Trailer towing ......... 130 Engine oil level ....... 154 Unladen weight ......... 233 ESP® ..........150 Unlocking ESP® OFF ........150 Fuel tank ........155 With button ........57 LIM (cruise control) ......126 LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ..128 Parking brake ........
  • Page 17 Index Slippery road surfaces ....125 Snow chains ........210 Winter tyres M+S tyres ........210 Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 184 Important safety notes ....90 Replacing (on the rear window) ..91 Replacing (windscreen) ....90...

  • Page 18: Implied Warranty

    Modifications to electronic components, their instructions are not covered either by software as well as wiring could affect their Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the function and/or the operation of other net- New or Used-Vehicle Warranty. worked components. This could in particular also be the case for systems relevant to safety.
  • Page 19 For EU countries only: takes the requirements of both nature and Mercedes-Benz will take back your used vehi- humanity into consideration. cle in order to dispose of it in an environmen- You too can help to protect the environment...
  • Page 20 If you sell the vehicle, inform the buyer of any You can obtain further information from any alterations to the vehicle's engine power out- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. put. If you do not inform the buyer, this may constitute a punishable offence under...
  • Page 21 Introduction Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any Qualified specialist workshops change of address or vehicle ownership. A qualified specialist workshop has the nec- essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali- fications to correctly carry out the work Attachments, bodies, equipment and required on the vehicle.
  • Page 22 Benz. This could lead to malfunctions in the vehicle's operating status safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake sys- events tem. Only use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts malfunctions or parts of equal quality. Only use tyres, In general, this technical information docu- wheels and accessories that have been spe- ments the state of a component, a module, a cifically approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 23 The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements. When you use one of the available services, technical information may be read from the event data memory and fault data memory.
  • Page 24 Mercedes-Benz Service24h General notes If your vehicle will not start or you experience a breakdown on your journey, Mercedes-Benz Service24h will provide assistance throughout Europe 365 days a year, around the clock. You can reach the Mercedes-Benz Service24h emergency call centre using the phone numbers listed below.
  • Page 25 Introduction Country Service24h hotline Alternative phone number Netherlands + 31 20 721 90 98 00800 3 777 7777 Norway 67 90 83 00 +47 67 90 83 00 Austria +43 1 36 027 730 21 00800 3 777 7777 Poland +48 22 583 43 00 00800 3 777 7777 Portugal...
  • Page 26 Cockpit ..........24 Instrument cluster and display ..25 Centre console ........28 Door control panel ......29...
  • Page 27 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Combination switch Gear lever Cruise control lever Ignition lock Instrument cluster Adjusts the steering wheel Horn Headlamp range control Control panel for climate Opens the bonnet control systems Light switch Radio; see the separate operating instructions...

  • Page 28: Instrument Cluster And Display

    Instrument cluster and display Instrument cluster and display Displays and controls Instrument cluster: kilometres Function Page Function Page Display screen Rev counter Coolant temperature Speedometer Multifunction display Fuel level...
  • Page 29 Instrument cluster and display Instrument cluster: miles Function Page Function Page Display screen Rev counter Coolant temperature Speedometer Multifunction display Fuel level...

  • Page 30: Turn Signal

    Instrument cluster and display Indicator and warning lamps Example (depending on vehicle equip- Function Page ment) 6 Reserve fuel Function Page å ASR OFF L Dipped-beam head- ü Seat belt lamps ? Coolant K Main-beam head- lamps h Tyre pressure monitor &...

  • Page 31: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Lower section Upper section Function Page Function Page Parking brake Ashtray Operates the on-board computer Ultrasonic reversing aid Air vents Cup holder Hazard warning lamps 12 V socket Central locking Cigarette lighter Control panel for climate control systems Radio;...

  • Page 32: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Override feature for side windows in the rear Opens/closes rear side windows Opens/closes front side windows Adjusts the exterior mirrors Opens the door Stowage compartment...
  • Page 34 Useful information ......32 Occupant safety ........32 Children in the vehicle ......40 Driving safety systems ....... 48...

  • Page 35: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety The seat belts, together with SRS (Supple- Useful information mental Restraint System), are complemen- tary, co-ordinated restraint systems These Operating Instructions describe all page 33). They serve to reduce the risk of models as well as standard and optional injury in defined accident scenarios and thus equipment of your vehicle that was availa- increase occupant safety.

  • Page 36: Warning Lamp

    Occupant safety Triggering the belt tensioners, belt SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) force limiters and airbags Introduction In the event of a collision, the airbag control SRS reduces the risk of occupants hitting unit evaluates important physical data such parts of the vehicle interior in the event of an as the duration, direction and rate of vehicle accident.
  • Page 37 Occupant safety been reached. It is also possible that airbags adjust the head restraints in such a way may be deployed even though the vehicle is that the upper edge is at the same height as only slightly deformed. This is the case if, for your head.
  • Page 38 The bang mends that you only use seat covers that have will generally not affect your hearing, except been tested for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and in extremely rare circumstances. The powder which have a special recess for thorax side- emitted is not hazardous to health.
  • Page 39 Occupant safety independently of the front airbags only light clothing is hung on the coat hooks independently of the belt tensioner in the vehicle. there are no heavy or sharp objects in the Windowbags pockets of items of clothing. WARNING WARNING In order for the windowbag to provide its To reduce the risk of severe or fatal injury...
  • Page 40 Occupant safety whether or not the co-driver's seat is occu- Avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter pied coat. whether or not the seat belt is fastened Do not route the belt strap across sharp or independently of the front airbags fragile objects, including objects that are on or in your clothing, such as spectacles, pens independently of the belt tensioner...
  • Page 41 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- To release the seat belt: press release mends that you only use seat belts which have button ? on the seat belt buckle.
  • Page 42 Comply with safety regulations when dispos- ing of belt tensioners. Any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre can provide details of these regulations. In order to ensure that the pyrotechnic seat...

  • Page 43: Children In The Vehicle

    1.50 m tall that have been recommended for use in and under 12 years of age in a special child Mercedes-Benz vehicles. restraint system installed on a suitable vehicle seat, as the seat belts are not WARNING designed for passengers of this size.
  • Page 44 ACTIVE AIRBAG in page 47). You can obtain further infor- front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the mation about the correct child restraint sys- CHILD can occur. tem from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 45 Children in the vehicle ISOFIX child seat securing system ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for special child restraint systems on the co-driv- WARNING er's seat and the rear bench seat. ISOFIX ISOFIX child restraint systems do not offer securing rings : for ISOFIX child restraint sufficient protective effect for children whose systems are located between the seat cush- weight is greater than 22 kg who are secured...
  • Page 46 Children in the vehicle Rear seat bench: make sure that the rear bench seat backrest is correctly engaged. Slide head restraint : upwards. Route Top Tether belt ? under head restraint : between the two head restraint bars. Rear seat bench: attach Top Tether hook = to lashing eyelets ;...
  • Page 47 Children in the vehicle Suitable positioning of the child restraint systems Suitability of the seats for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems Key to the letters used in the table: Seat that is not suitable for children of this weight category. Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal"...
  • Page 48 Children in the vehicle Seat positions Weight cat- Co-driver's seat 5, 6 Rear seat egories With co- Without co- Left, right Centre Rear seats driver's air- driver's air- in the third Category I: 9, 10 9, 10 9, 10 9, 10 11, 12 9 to 18 kg 11, 12...
  • Page 49 Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching ISOFIX child restraint systems Key to the letters used in the table: ISOFIX position that is not suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems in this weight cat- egory and/or size category. IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child seat securing systems that belong to the "Uni- versal"...
  • Page 50 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems Move the co-driver's seat to its highest and rearmost position. Weight and age Manufacturer Type Order number categories Category 0+: up to Britax Römer A 000 970 10 00 BABY SAFE PLUS 13 kg BABY SAFE ISOFIX B6 6 86 8224...

  • Page 51: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems You can use the child-proof lock to secure the Always adapt your driving style to the prevail- rear doors individually. ing road and weather conditions as well as the traffic conditions and maintain a sufficient, safe distance from other road users. Drive carefully.
  • Page 52 Driving safety systems tions. On a slippery road surface, ABS inter- accelerating. ASR is only an aid. Always adapt venes even if you only brake gently. your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions. The yellow ! ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition Activating/deactivating ASR is switched on.
  • Page 53 Driving safety systems the engine power may be reduced ® If you deactivate ASR, ESP will still intervene page 150). ® to stabilise the vehicle. When ESP is inter- vening and the ÷ warning lamp in the ® monitors driving stability and detects instrument cluster is flashing, leave ASR on.

  • Page 54: Table Of Contents

    Useful information ......52 Key ............52 Doors ............ 56 Side windows ........61 Roof hatch ........... 64...

  • Page 55: Useful Information

    Useful information ignition lock. This could cause the engine to be switched off. There is a risk of an accident. These Operating Instructions describe all Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the models as well as standard and optional key.
  • Page 56 Double lock function ies. On vehicles with the double lock function, all Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have doors can be locked and may no longer be batteries changed at a qualified specialist opened from the inside. If the side windows workshop.
  • Page 57 Remove cover. Remove old battery ;. Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing downwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free from lint, grease and all other forms of contamination.
  • Page 58 Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The key battery is weak or discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the key. function of the key. Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % / &...
  • Page 59 Doors Doors Driver's door and co-driver's door WARNING If children are left unattended in the vehicle, they could: open doors, thus endangering other people or road users exit the vehicle and be caught by oncoming traffic Pull door handle :. operate vehicle equipment and become The door opens.

  • Page 60: Doors

    Doors Locking the driver's door with the key WARNING If you leave children unattended in the vehi- cle, they could set the vehicle in motion by, for example: releasing the parking brake shifting the transmission into neutral starting the engine They could also operate the vehicle's equip- ment and become trapped.
  • Page 61 Doors Automatic locking feature The sliding door is equipped with a retainer, which engages the door at the end stop when General notes opened. If you activate this function, the vehicle doors Crewbus and Mixto: when you open the lock automatically from a speed of 7 km/h. fuel tank flap, the sliding door on this side If the automatic locking when driving function will be locked.
  • Page 62 Doors Opening/closing the sliding door from WARNING the inside If you leave children unattended in the vehi- cle, they could set the vehicle in motion by, for example: releasing the parking brake shifting the transmission into neutral starting the engine They could also operate the vehicle's equip- ment and become trapped.
  • Page 63 Doors impossible to recognise for other road users, in particular when it is dark or visibility is poor. There is a risk of an accident. You should ensure that in these or similar sit- uations the vehicle is visible from the rear in accordance with the relevant national regula- tions, by using the warning triangle, for instance.

  • Page 64: Side Windows

    Side windows Opening/closing the rear doors from Opening the right-hand rear door the inside Make sure that the left-hand rear door is open and engaged. To open: pull handle : and open the left- Pull lever : backwards. hand rear door. Swing the right-hand rear door to the side Press lever ;...
  • Page 65 Side windows The switches for all side windows are located becomes trapped, release the switch or press on the driver's door. Depending on the vehi- the switch to open the side window again. cle, there is also a switch on each door for the corresponding side window.

  • Page 66: Hinged Windows

    Side windows Power windows in the rear Hinged windows Switch in the rear (right-hand side of vehicle) To open: hold latch : at rear and pull it towards you. To open: press switch :. Press latch : in order to lock the hinged To close: pull switch :.

  • Page 67: Roof Hatch

    Roof hatch If a side window blocks again during closing The cross member can be folded down to load and reopens again slightly: bulky objects: Unlock handle :. Immediately after the window blocks, pull the corresponding switch again until the Lift the cross member and guide it to the side window has closed.
  • Page 68 Useful information ......66 Correct driver's seat position .... 66 Seats ............ 67 Steering wheel ........73 Mirrors ..........74...

  • Page 69: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- Useful information erly. Manual seat adjustment ( page 68) These Operating Instructions describe all models as well as standard and optional When adjusting the seat, make sure that: equipment of your vehicle that was availa- you are as far away from the driver's air- ble at the time of going to print.

  • Page 70: Seats

    Seats The seat belt should: WARNING fit snugly across your body If a seat is not engaged, it may be thrown about while the vehicle is moving. There is a be routed across the middle of your risk of an accident and injury. shoulder Always make sure that all seats are engaged be routed in your pelvic area across the...
  • Page 71 Seats Backrest angle may be activated and the seat belt warning signal may sound. Therefore, put heavy Relieve the pressure on the backrest. objects in the co-driver's footwell. Move lever = down until the backrest is in Observe the notes on the correct positioning the desired position.
  • Page 72 Seats wards should it be positioned too far back. Third row of seats This allows passengers in the rear compart- Adjusting the fore-and-aft seat position ment to get in and out of the vehicle easily Example: driver's seat Press lever : down and fold the backrest of the driver's or co-driver's seat forward page 68).
  • Page 73 Seats Pull bar = upwards and at the same time tip seat ; back. The seat disengages from its front anchor- age in the floor and can now be removed from the vehicle. The weight of seat ; is approx. 17.8 kg. Fitting the seat Turn release lever = anticlockwise.
  • Page 74 Seats Front head restraints Tilt seat = forwards. Hook ? of seat = engages into rear Adjusting the height of the head retainer A and front retainer B on the restraints luggage compartment floor. Make sure that hook ? has fully engaged in rear retainer A and front retainer B.
  • Page 75 Seats Removing/fitting head restraints direction of the arrow and pull the head restraints from the guides. Make sure the bars of the removed head restraints do not become bent or dirty. Fitting: Adjust the seat in such a way that the head restraint mechanism can be easily accessed.

  • Page 76: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel To raise: pull the head restraint up to the There is a risk of an accident. desired position. Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- To lower: pull the head restraint forwards ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat and then push it down into the desired belt before starting the engine.

  • Page 77: Rear-View Mirror

    Mirrors Problems with the steering wheel Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steering wheel The steering wheel lock is enabled. remains locked. Move the key and steering wheel slightly ( page 113). The steering wheel lock is disabled. The steering wheel is unlocked.

  • Page 78: Mirrors

    Mirrors Disengaged exterior mirrors If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: Move the exterior mirror into the correct position manually. Fold in the exterior mirror electrically page 75) The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual Move lever : and adjust the exterior mir- page 74).
  • Page 80 Useful information ......78 Exterior lighting ........78 Interior lighting ........82 Replacing bulbs ........83 Windscreen wipers ......89...

  • Page 81: Exterior Lighting

    Important safety notes Lights off/daytime driving lights For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Side lamps, licence plate and instru- mends that you drive with the lights switched ment cluster lighting on even during the daytime. There may be...
  • Page 82 Exterior lighting Front foglamps In such situations, turn the light switch to Front foglamps help you to see and be seen in conditions of poor visibility due to fog or pre- Automatic headlamp mode is only a driving cipitation. They can be operated with the side aid.
  • Page 83 Exterior lighting Adjusting the headlamp range (halogen Combination switch headlamps) Turn signal Headlamp range control : allows you to To indicate: press the combination switch adjust the cone of light from the headlamps to beyond the pressure point in the direction suit the vehicle load.
  • Page 84 Exterior lighting To switch off the main-beam head- dazzled. Symmetrical beams illuminate less lamps: move the combination switch back of the edge of the carriageway in terms of height and distance. to its normal position. The K indicator lamp in the instrument Have the headlamps adjusted at a qualified cluster goes out.

  • Page 85: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Headlamps misted up on the inside The headlamps may mist up on the inside if there is high atmospheric humidity. Drive with the headlamps switched on. The level of moisture diminishes, depend- ing on the length of the journey and the weather conditions (humidity and temper- ature).

  • Page 86: Interior Lighting Control

    Replacing bulbs Switching on the lighting when the side slid- Replacing bulbs ing door is open: if the respective door is Important safety notes closed correctly, the lighting will switch off. WARNING Interior light in the rear compartment Bulbs, lamps and plug connectors can become very hot during use.
  • Page 87 Replacing bulbs Load compartment light: W 5W or W 6W Replacing bulbs – Overview of bulb (depending on vehicle) types Illumination of side sliding door: W 6W The following lamps with their bulb types can (depending on vehicle) be replaced: Changing the front bulbs Dipped-beam/main-beam headlamps Front bulbs...
  • Page 88 Replacing bulbs Side lamps Turn signal Switch off the lighting system. Switch off the lighting system. Open the bonnet. Open the bonnet. Push down lever : and unclip the cover. Turn bulb holder : anti-clockwise and Remove the cover. remove it. Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from bulb holder :.
  • Page 89 Replacing bulbs Turn bulb holder ; 90° anti-clockwise. Undo 3 screws : on tail lamp ; using a Torx key. Remove the bulb. Using a suitable tool, carefully lever out the Insert the new bulb into bulb holder ;. tail lamp. Tighten bulb holder ;.
  • Page 90 : Third brake lamp (vehicles with rear doors) Switch off the lighting system. Due to the installation position of front fog- lamps :, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the bulbs changed at a qualified specialist workshop (removal of the bumper is necessary, for example).
  • Page 91 Replacing bulbs Licence plate illumination Replacing the interior lighting Front interior lighting Switch off the lights. Unclip, release and remove bulb holder :. Remove lamp lens : or ; using a flat tool Press the catch and pull out the connector. such as a screwdriver.

  • Page 92: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers ! If the windscreen wipers leave smears on the windscreen after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, this may be due to wax or other residue. Clean the windscreen with washer fluid after an auto- matic car wash.
  • Page 93 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! To avoid damaging the windscreen wiper...
  • Page 94 Windscreen wipers Assembling the wiper blades Assembling the wiper blades Position new wiper blade : with recess B Position new wiper blade : onto wiper on lug A. arm = and slide in the direction of arrow ; through the recess for release Fold wiper blade : in the direction of lever A.
  • Page 95 Windscreen wipers Hold wiper arm = and press it onto spring clip ;. Remove wiper blade : in the direction of the arrow. To assemble, follow the instructions in reverse order. Make sure that the wiper blade is correctly engaged. Removing the wiper blade (vehicles with tailgate) Remove the key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 96 Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wiper Leaves or snow, for example, hinder the movement of the wind- jams. screen wiper or the wiper blades are frozen to the front wind- screen.
  • Page 98 Useful information ......96 Overview of climate control sys- tems ............. 96 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 102 Adjusting the air vents ..... 108...

  • Page 99: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter can filter out most Useful information dust particles and pollen. A clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied to the These Operating Instructions describe all vehicle interior. For this reason, you should models as well as standard and optional always observe the interval for replacing equipment of your vehicle that was availa-...
  • Page 100 Overview of climate control systems Heating control panel Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 108) Sets the airflow ( page 105) Sets the temperature ( page 104) Turns rear window heating on/off (depending on the vehicle) ( page 107) Turns mirror heating on/off (depending on the vehicle) Sets the air distribution ( page 105) Recommendation for rapid heating of...
  • Page 101 Overview of climate control systems ECO start/stop function During automatic engine switch-off of the ECO start/stop function, the climate control system only operates at a reduced capacity. If you require full climate control capacity, the ECO start/stop function can be deactivated by pressing the ECO OFF button page 116).

  • Page 102: Air Conditioning System

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for the air-conditioning system Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 108) Sets the airflow ( page 105) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off( page 102) Sets the temperature ( page 104) Turns rear window heating on/off (depending on the vehicle) ( page 107) Turns mirror heating on/off (depending on the vehicle) Sets the air distribution (...
  • Page 103 Overview of climate control systems ECO start/stop function During automatic engine switch-off of the ECO start/stop function, the climate control system only operates at a reduced capacity. If you require full climate control capacity, the ECO start/stop function can be deactivated by pressing the ECO OFF button page 116).
  • Page 104 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for the TEMPMATIC air-conditioning system Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 108) Defrosts the windscreen ( page 106) Switches the cooling with air dehumidification function on/off ( page 102) Display Regulates climate control automatically ( page 104) Decreases the airflow ( page 105)

  • Page 105: Operating The Climate Control System

    Operating the climate control system tion by pressing the ECO button system and the semi-automatically controlled page 116). TEMPMATIC air-conditioning system. If you deactivate the "Cooling with air dehu- midification" function, the air inside the vehi- Operating the climate control system cle will not be cooled in warmer weather con- ditions.
  • Page 106 Operating the climate control system Start the engine. To deactivate manually: press the  button. AUTO AUTO disappears from the display, and AC AC appears. The cooling with air dehumid- ification function and automatic mode are switched off. To switch on manually: press the  button.

  • Page 107: Switching On/Off

    Operating the climate control system Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cooling with air dehu- The buttons and control knobs are in the wrong position. midification cannot be Turn the buttons and control knobs to the correct position. switched on or there is no cold air coming out There is a problem with the fuses.
  • Page 108 Operating the climate control system To reduce (heating): turn control knob = P Directs the airflow through the centre and side air vents for the temperature anti-clockwise page 97). S Directs air through the centre, side and To reduce (air-conditioning system): footwell vents turn control knob ? for the temperature O Directs air through the footwell vents...
  • Page 109 Operating the climate control system TEMPMATIC air-conditioning system To switch off (heating): turn control knob A for the air distribution to the Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition desired position - except the z position. lock ( page 113).
  • Page 110 Operating the climate control system Switching on/off Demisting the windows Windows misted up on the inside Heating/air-conditioning system Turn the key to position 3 in the ignition Activate the cooling with air dehumidifica- lock ( page 113). tion function using the ¿/Â button. To activate: press the | button.

  • Page 111: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window heat- The battery has not been sufficiently charged. ing has switched off Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or seat heating.
  • Page 112 Adjusting the air vents Setting the centre air vents Centre air vent, left Centre air vent, right To open the centre air vent: hold centre air vent : or ; in the centre by one of the fins and fold it upwards. To close the centre air vent: hold centre air vent : or ;...
  • Page 114 Useful information ......112 Running-in notes ....... 112 Driving ..........112 Manual transmission ......118 Refuelling ........... 119 Parking ..........122 Driving tips ........123 Driving systems ........ 125 Trailer towing ........130...

  • Page 115: Useful Information

    Driving Useful information Driving Important safety notes These Operating Instructions describe all models as well as standard and optional WARNING equipment of your vehicle that was availa- Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict ble at the time of going to print. Country- the clearance around the pedals or block a specific variations are possible.
  • Page 116 Driving ! Do not warm up the engine when the vehi- WARNING cle is stationary. Drive off immediately. Flammable materials introduced through Avoid high engine speeds and driving at full environmental influence or by animals can throttle until the engine has reached its ignite if in contact with the exhaust system or operating temperature.
  • Page 117 Driving ignition lock and release it as soon as the WARNING engine is running. After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- You can start the diesel engine without ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away. preglow when the engine is warm.
  • Page 118 Driving Vehicles with manual transmission The indicator lamp in the ECO OFF button lights up if the ECO start/stop function has The ECO start/stop function switches the been deactivated manually ( page 116) or engine off automatically if: as the result of a malfunction. you are driving slower than 3 km/h neutral N is engaged Automatic engine switch-off...
  • Page 119 Driving Activating/deactivating the ECO start/ stop function To deactivate: press ECO OFF button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up and the è ECO symbol in the multifunction display goes out. To activate: press ECO OFF button :. Indicator lamp ; goes out. If indicator lamp ;...
  • Page 120 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock before attempting to start the engine again.

  • Page 121: Manual Transmission

    Manual transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine ture display is showing is no longer being cooled sufficiently. more than 120 †. The Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant to coolant warning lamp cool down.

  • Page 122: Refuelling

    Refuelling and, if applicable, the auxiliary heating before refuelling. WARNING Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to health. There is a danger of injury. Do not swallow fuel or let it come into contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale fuel vapours.
  • Page 123 Refuelling with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, fuel can The fuel filler flap is located to the rear on the enter the fuel system. Even small amounts left. of the wrong fuel could result in damage to Vehicles with a fuel filler flap lock: the fuel the fuel system and the engine.
  • Page 124 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition lock ( page 113) immediately and remove it.

  • Page 125: Parking

    Parking Parking Switching off the engine Shift to first gear or reverse gear R. Important safety notes Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition WARNING lock and remove it. Flammable material such as leaves, grass or The immobiliser is activated. twigs may ignite if they come into contact with Firmly apply the parking brake.

  • Page 126: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Driving tips General driving tips WARNING If you switch off the ignition while driving, safety-relevant functions are only available with limitations, or not at all. This could affect, for example, the power steering and the brake boosting effect. You will require considerably more effort to steer and brake.
  • Page 127 Brake pads/linings which have not traffic conditions. The brakes will grip better been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or as a result. which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's operating safety.

  • Page 128: Driving Systems

    Have your vehicle winterproofed at a qualified speed. specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, at the onset of winter. General notes Drive particularly carefully on slippery roads.

  • Page 129: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activation conditions towing a trailer. This utilises the braking effect of the engine. To activate cruise control, all of the following Cruise control may not be able to maintain the activation conditions must be fulfilled: stored speed on uphill or downhill gradients. the parking brake must be released.
  • Page 130 Driving systems Apply the brakes. Take the traffic conditions into account before calling up the stored speed. If you do not know what the stored speed is, store the Briefly press the cruise control lever in the desired speed again. direction of arrow A.
  • Page 131 Driving systems Variable SPEEDTRONIC SPEEDTRONIC remains active when you brake, change gear or depress the clutch Cruise control lever pedal. SPEEDTRONIC also remains active You can operate cruise control or variable when the engine has been switched off by SPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever. the ECO start/stop function.
  • Page 132 Driving systems ment cluster. An additional warning tone vicinity of the vehicle. You could damage sounds. the vehicle or objects. The sensors may not detect snow and other The last speed stored is cleared when you objects that absorb ultrasonic waves. switch off the engine.

  • Page 133: Trailer Towing

    Trailer towing Temporarily deactivating the system WARNING Press switch ;. If the maximum the permissible load for a car- Indicator lamp : lights up. The system is rier system is exceeded, the carrier could deactivated. come loose from the vehicle and endanger Press switch ;...
  • Page 134 Trailer towing General notes Ensure that the following weights are not exceeded: ! Use a drawbar noseweight as close as the permissible noseweight possible to the maximum permissible nose- the permissible trailer load weight. Do not use a noseweight of less than 50kg, otherwise the trailer may come the permissible rear axle load of the towing loose.
  • Page 135 Trailer towing For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- Fitting the ball coupling imum permissible rear axle load is increased WARNING when towing a trailer. Refer to the "Technical data" section to find out whether this applies If the ball coupling is not fitted correctly and is to your vehicle.
  • Page 136 Trailer towing Remove ball head cover = from ball cou- Removing the ball coupling pling ?. WARNING Remove key A from lock B. Never transport an unsecured ball coupling in The ball coupling is only installed securely the interior of the vehicle. when the ball coupling can be locked and the key can be removed.
  • Page 137 Trailer towing Trailers with a 7-pin connector specified tightening torque, the trailer could come loose. There is a risk of an accident. General notes Always fit the ball coupling as described. Trailer with 7-pin connector: you can con- Observe the specified tightening torque when fitting the coupling.
  • Page 138 Useful information ......136 Important safety notes ....136 Display and operation ...... 136 Display messages ......140 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......147...

  • Page 139: Display And Operation

    Display and operation safely at all times. You could otherwise cause Useful information an accident by driving an unsafe vehicle. Observe the illustration of the instrument These Operating Instructions describe all cluster for an overview ( page 25). models as well as standard and optional equipment of your vehicle that was availa- ble at the time of going to print.
  • Page 140 Display and operation Depending on the vehicle, the outside tem- Operating the on-board computer perature display is in the multifunction dis- Overview play . Changes in the outside temperature are dis- played after a short delay. At temperatures between –3 °C and +3 °C, the † symbol for risk of ice flashes in the multifunction display.

  • Page 141: Multifunction Display

    Display and operation Multifunction display Example: standard display Clock Outside temperature Information display, e.g. total distance recorder Values and settings as well as display mes- sages are shown in the multifunction display. The following may be shown in the multifunc- tion display: Total distance recorder and trip meter page 139)
  • Page 142 Display and operation Menu overview Example (depending on the vehicle) Operation Clock Temperature display Total distance recorder Switch ASR on/off ( page 49) Switch automatic headlamp mode on or off ( page 78) Set the time Cruise control ( page 125) Service Calling up the service due date ( page 181)

  • Page 143: Display Messages

    Display messages Operation Average fuel consumption since reset Fuel consumed since reset Trip meter Resetting the trip meter ( page 137) Display messages General notes Display messages are shown in the multifunc- tion display. Please respond in accordance with the dis- play messages and follow the additional notes in these Operating Instructions.

  • Page 144: Cruise Control

    Display messages Examples of information messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions NO MESSAGE NO MESSAGE There are no messages stored in the on-board computer. AVAILABLE AVAILABLE BATTERY BATTERY To conserve the battery charge, the vehicle accessories are switched off.
  • Page 145 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions FLAT TYRE FLAT TYRE The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly, or one or more tyres are flat. The h ¤ warning lamps also light up. WARNING Tyre pressures which are too low, harbour the following hazards: The tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed...
  • Page 146 Display messages The fault messages will disappear after a few seconds or can be cleared by pressing the buttons used to operate the on-board computer. The messages will be stored in the on-board computer. The ¯ indicator lamp will remain lit, however. Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING...
  • Page 147 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING ® has been deactivated due to a malfunction. Drive on with care. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. CHECK CHECK The automatic headlamps are malfunctioning. AUTO LIGHTS AUTO LIGHTS Visit a qualified specialist workshop. TOP-UP TOP-UP The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level.
  • Page 148 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING BATTERY BATTERY The battery is not being charged. An additional warning tone sounds. Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 149 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions BATTERY BATTERY WARNING The battery is not being charged. An additional warning tone sounds. Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.

  • Page 150: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ENGINE ENGINE WARNING OVERHEATING OVERHEATING The engine is not being cooled adequately and could become damaged. Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- fic conditions, and switch off the engine.
  • Page 151 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belt Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The seat belt warning The driver or co-driver has not fastened their seat belt. lamp comes on after Fasten your seat belt ( page 38).
  • Page 152 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The brake warning There is insufficient brake fluid in the fluid reservoir. lamp is lit while the Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traf- engine is running.
  • Page 153 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The ABS and brake There is a malfunction in the braking system. Therefore, ABS (anti- warning lamps are lit ® lock braking system), BAS (Brake Assist), hill-start assist, ESP while the engine is run- (Electronic Stability Program) and ASR (acceleration skid control) ning.
  • Page 154 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å WARNING ® The ASR/ESP ® ASR/ESP , BAS and hill-start assist are unavailable due to a mal- ASR OFF warning function. lamps are lit while the The brake system continues to function normally, but without the engine is running.
  • Page 155 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly, or one or more tyres are flat. The yellow tyre pres- sure monitor warning WARNING lamp (pressure loss/ Tyre pressures which are too low, harbour the following hazards:...
  • Page 156 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There may be a fault, for example: The engine diagnostics in the engine management warning lamp is lit while in the fuel injection system the engine is running.

  • Page 157: The Engine Oil

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The battery check lamp The battery is not being charged. is lit while the engine is An additional warning tone sounds. running. Possible causes: faulty alternator torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics...
  • Page 158 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 4 The engine oil WARNING level warning There is insufficient oil in the engine. lamp flashes. An There is a danger of engine damage. additional warn- ing tone sounds.
  • Page 160 Useful information ......158 Loading guidelines ......158 Stowage options ....... 158 Features ..........170...

  • Page 161: Useful Information

    Lashing material can be obtained from journey. any qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. If the tail- Stowage options...
  • Page 162 Stowage options Stowage compartment under the arm- Always store objects so that they cannot be rest flung around in these or in similar situa- tions. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage compartments, lug- gage nets or stowage nets. Close lockable stowage compartments while driving.
  • Page 163 Stowage options Stowage compartments in the sliding Depending on the vehicle, there is overhead doors stowage space in the roof trim at the front and rear. Stowage compartments : are located in the Front overhead stowage compartment rear on both sides of the vehicle. Stowage compartment on the side of the vehicle Overhead stowage space at the rear...
  • Page 164 Stowage options ! Do not load the folding table beyond the If another person is travelling in the vehicle maximum permissible load of 5 kg. when the backrest of the co-driver's seat is folded forward, this person must sit on the rear seat behind the driver.
  • Page 165 Stowage options Hold top of backrest = and keep in place. seat belt cannot protect as intended and Pull lever ; and fold backrest = forwards. could result in additional injury. Fold the head restraint forwards if neces- Objects or loads in the boot/luggage com- sary.
  • Page 166 Stowage options Fold the rear seat backrest forwards. ! Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat Move the driver's or co-driver's seat back if backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam- necessary. aged.
  • Page 167 Stowage options Check whether the backrest is engaged an accident. There is an increased risk of correctly. injury or even fatal injury. To do so, pull firmly on the backrest. Always store objects so that they cannot be Move the driver's or co-driver's seat back if flung around.
  • Page 168 Stowage options Load compartment cover for the third row of seats Overview Lower position To remove: carefully lift rear section : of the load compartment cover from the rear catches and fold forwards in the direction of the arrow. The load compartment cover comprises two The load compartment cover can then be sections.
  • Page 169 Stowage options Fasten load compartment cover : to the Slide the load compartment cover : seat backrest in the second row of seats between the side panel and the seat on the using a Velcro fastening. left side of the load compartment. Fitting the rear load compartment cover When the seat backrest of the third row of Safety net...
  • Page 170 Stowage options Hook lashing straps = into lashing eye- lets ? on the floor panel. Make sure that the two forks on the lower belt hook do not touch. Tighten safety net ; using the belt ten- sioners. After a short distance, check the tension of safety net ;...
  • Page 171 There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the maximum roof load and adapt your driving style. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Coat hooks on the roof frame only use roof carrier systems which have been tested and approved for Mercedes- Benz.
  • Page 172 Stowage options Ensure that, depending on the vehicle's equipment, you can: fully raise the ladder hatch and fully open the tailgate when the roof carrier is fitted. ! When you drive into an automatic car wash with washing brushes, make sure that roof carrier's cross members are not moun- ted in position.
  • Page 173 Features Removing and fitting the cover cap on the the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident and crossbar injury. Depending on the add-on equipment, e.g. Only use the cup holder when the vehicle is sports and luggage container, it is necessary stationary.

  • Page 174: Interior Mirror

    Features Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket Vanity mirror To open the vanity mirror: fold mirror cover ; upwards. Glare from the side Fold the sun visor down. Pull the sun visor out of bracket :. Swing the sun visor to the side. Bottle holder The bottle holder does not grip the bottles;...
  • Page 175 Features To open: lift the lid. Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock ( page 113). To remove the ashtray: pull insert : Press cigarette lighter :. upwards and remove it. Cigarette lighter : will pop out automati- To insert the ashtray: press insert : into cally when the heating element is red-hot.
  • Page 176 Features Socket in the front centre console For vehicles with a plastic floor, the retainers supplied must be fitted to the floor before the floormat is fitted. Further information can be found in the installation instructions supplied with the floormats. Lift up the cover of socket :.
  • Page 178 Useful information ......176 Engine compartment ......176 Service ..........181 Care ............ 182...

  • Page 179: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Useful information into contact with the exhaust system or parts of the engine that heat up. There is a risk of These Operating Instructions describe all fire. After carrying out maintenance work, models as well as standard and optional make sure that no extraneous flammable equipment of your vehicle that was availa- material is left in the engine compartment or...

  • Page 180: Oil Level

    Engine compartment Opening the bonnet Never unlock the bonnet while driving. WARNING Lower the bonnet and allow it to fall with When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen momentum from a height of approximately wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by 20 cm.
  • Page 181 Engine compartment Correct the fill level as soon as possible page 179). When checking the oil level: park the vehicle on a level surface the engine should be switched off for approximately five minutes if the engine is at normal operating temperature if the engine is not at normal operating temperature, e.g.
  • Page 182 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF warning lamp Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service does not light up, proceed as follows: Centre. Check the oil level with the dipstick when...
  • Page 183 If necessary, refill with a coolant that has down and only touch the components descri- been recommended and approved by bed in the following. Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far ! Only check and correct the coolant level as it will go.

  • Page 184: Service

    You can obtain further information from a A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the service interval display after the service work The ASSYST service interval display does has been carried out. You can also obtain fur-...
  • Page 185 Centre. ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Driving abroad Care for the exterior An extensive network of Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Centres is also at your disposal when you Automatic car wash are travelling abroad. The Service Hotline's current telephone numbers for use when you...

  • Page 186: Care

    Care Make sure any additional aerials are fitted When using the vehicle in winter, remove all and that the exterior mirrors are fully folded traces of road salt deposits carefully and as out again when you leave the automatic car soon as possible.
  • Page 187 Soak bird droppings with water and rinse agent that is recommended and approved off the treated areas afterwards. by Mercedes-Benz. Remove coolant, brake fluid, tree resin, oils, fuels and greases by rubbing gently Cleaning the wiper blades with a cloth soaked in petroleum ether or lighter fluid.
  • Page 188 Cleaning the exterior lighting Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ! Only use cleaning agents or cleaning Impurities combined with the effects of road cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
  • Page 189 Care products and cleaning agents containing qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a solvents can cause surfaces in the cockpit to Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. become porous. This could result in plastic parts breaking away when the airbags are deployed. There is a danger of injury.
  • Page 190 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use Cleaning the roof lining and carpets leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Roof lining: use a soft brush or cleaning agent recommended and approved by Cleaning the trim elements Mercedes-Benz for heavy soiling.
  • Page 192 Useful information ......190 Where will I find...? ......190 Flat tyre ..........191 Battery ..........194 Jump-starting ........198 Tow-starting and towing away ..200 Electrical fuses ......... 203...

  • Page 193: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? First-aid kit Useful information The first-aid kid is located in the stowage These Operating Instructions describe all compartment above the driver and co-driver models as well as standard and optional area. equipment of your vehicle that was availa- ble at the time of going to print.

  • Page 194: Flat Tyre

    Flat tyre Stowing the tyre-changing tool kit Remove Velcro strap :. Remove fire extinguisher = from its Vehicles with stowage compartment: holder. place tyre-changing tool kit : in the stow- age compartment. Have fire extinguisher refilled after each Make sure that implement ? is in fixture use and checked every one to two years.
  • Page 195 Flat tyre In addition, observe the manufacturer's TIREFIT kit safety instructions on the sticker on the tyre Using the TIREFIT kit inflation compressor and on the sticker on the tyre sealant bottle. You can use tyre sealant to seal punctures of up to 4 mm, particularly those in the tyre If tyre sealant has leaked out, leave it to tread.
  • Page 196 Flat tyre Tyre pressure not reached Remove the cap from the valve on the faulty tyre. If, after five minutes, a pressure of 180 kPa Screw thread C of the filler hose onto the (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been achieved: valve.
  • Page 197 Have the used tyre sealant bottle disposed of tyre and tyre sealant replaced. professionally, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- Have the tyre sealant bottle and the filler vice Centre. hose replaced as soon as possible at a Switch off the tyre inflation compressor.

  • Page 198: Battery

    Battery sive gases of a battery. There is a risk of an Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. explosion. Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep the batteries out Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle of the reach of children.
  • Page 199 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use batteries which have WARNING been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. These batteries offer Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. increased protection against leakage, pro- Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing.
  • Page 200 Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes- Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory. This device allows the battery to be charged when it is fitted in the vehicle. Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for informa- tion and availability.

  • Page 201: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not breathe in any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery. Keep the batteries out of the reach of children. Immediately rinse off battery acid thoroughly with plenty of clean water and seek medical attention at once.
  • Page 202 Jump-starting Do not use a rapid charging device to start the vehicle. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a donor vehicle's battery using jump leads. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a donor battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 203: Tow-Starting And Towing Away

    Tow-starting and towing away Connect positive terminal ? on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery A using the jump lead, beginning with your own battery. Run the donor vehicle's engine at idling speed. Vehicles with the ECO start/stop function: remove the cover of negative terminal ;. Connect negative terminal ;...
  • Page 204 Tow-starting and towing away Observe the following points when towing WARNING away with a tow rope: The exhaust tail pipe may be extremely hot. secure the tow rope on the same side on There is a risk of burning when removing the both vehicles.

  • Page 205: Transporting The Vehicle

    Tow-starting and towing away Switch off the automatic locking feature Tow-starting (emergency engine page 58). starting) Switch on the hazard warning lamps ! Do not have your vehicle towed if the bat- page 81). tery has discharged. The vehicle's electri- Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition cal/electronics system may otherwise be lock and leave it in this position.

  • Page 206: Electrical Fuses

    Observe the information about fuse ratings in the fuse allocation chart ( page 204). A Mercedes-Benz Service Centre will be happy to advise you. If a new fuse blows again, have the cause determined and rectified at a qualified spe- cialist workshop.
  • Page 207 Electrical fuses Fuse allocation Consumer Current Colour code Trailer coupling spare socket 10 A – Sockets for front accessories, cigarette 10 A lighter 15 A Blue ® Seat heating relay, ESP brake light relay, body manufacturer supply relay, heating/ventilation control panel, dis- play, radio Sockets for rear accessories 10 A...
  • Page 208 Electrical fuses Consumer Current Colour code – Light brown Power windows with child-proof locks, Light brown front power window relay, rear power window relay, CAREG control unit 10 A ® ABS, ESP Brake light, brake light relay 10 A Windscreen/rear window washer sys- 20 A Yellow tem pump...
  • Page 209 Electrical fuses Dashboard fuse box To open: remove cover : in direction of the arrow. To close: fold up cover : and clip it into place. Attached to the back of cover : are some pliers which can be used to remove the fuses more easily.
  • Page 210 Useful information ......208 Important safety notes ....208 Operation ........... 208 Winter operation ....... 209 Tyre pressure monitor ...... 211 Information on tyre pressure ..213 Changing a wheel ......214 Wheel and tyre combinations ..217 Spare wheel ........220...

  • Page 211: Useful Information

    Accessories that are not approved for your to do so slowly and not at a sharp angle. Oth- vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used correctly can impair operating safety.

  • Page 212: Winter Operation

    Winter operation erwise, the tyres, particularly the sidewalls, Tyre tread may be damaged. WARNING Insufficient tyre tread will reduce tyre trac- Regular wheel and tyre checks tion. The tyre is no longer able to dissipate water. This means that on wet road surfaces, WARNING the risk of aquaplaning increases, in particular Damaged tyres can cause tyre inflation pres-...
  • Page 213 M+S marking pro- have been specially approved for your vehicle vide the best possible grip in wintry road con- by Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corre- ditions. Only these tyres will allow driving sponding standard of quality.

  • Page 214: Tyre Pressure Monitor

    "Wheel/tyre combinations" in the If tyres and wheels are installed that are not "Wheels and tyres" section. approved by Mercedes-Benz, this can lead to tyre pressure monitor malfunctions. Ask a only use snow chains when the road sur- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for a list of face is completely snow-covered.
  • Page 215 Tyre pressure monitor warning lamp does not indicate a malfunc- The reference values must be re-saved: tion of the tyre pressure monitor. if the tire pressure has been changed If the h warning lamp remains illumina- after rotating the wheels ted and the ¤...

  • Page 216: Information On Tyre Pressure

    Example Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for tyre pressure. The outer appearance of a tyre your vehicle onto the tyre valve. does not permit any reliable conclusion about the tyre pressure.

  • Page 217: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Depending on the ambient temperature, the pattern has formed on the tyres. The front speed at which you are driving and the load on tyres typically wear more on the outer shoul- the tyres, the tyre temperature and thus the der, and the rear tyres in the centre of the tyre pressure change by approximately tread.
  • Page 218 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- Vehicle preparation specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If the jack is Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and used incorrectly, it could tip over while the level ground.
  • Page 219 "Changing a wheel" ( page 214). Only use wheel bolts that have been designed for the wheel and the vehicle. For safety rea- Position jack = at jacking point :. sons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been...

  • Page 220: Wheel And Tyre Combinations

    Wheel and tyre combinations approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the to A). The tightening torque must be respective wheel. 110 Nm. Turn the jack back to its out-of-use posi- tion. Stow the jack and the rest of the tyre- change tool kit in the stowage compart- ment in the load compartment again.
  • Page 221 V4 Panel van (extra-long)/Mixto approved combinations can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop. ! Retreaded tyres are neither tested nor recommended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous damage cannot always be detec- ted on retreaded tyres. As a result, Mercedes-Benz cannot guarantee vehicle safety if retreaded tyres are fitted.
  • Page 222 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Summer tyres Steel wheel V1 V2 V3 V4 185/70 R14 88 T – – 5.5 J x 14 ET 45 195/65 R15 91 T 6.0 J x 15 ET 44 – – – 195/65 R15 95 T 6.0 J x 15 ET 44 –...

  • Page 223: Spare Wheel

    Spare wheel The spare wheel is located in a spare wheel Spare wheel bracket under the rear of the vehicle. Important safety notes Replace the tyres after 6 years at the latest, regardless of wear. This also applies to the WARNING spare wheel.

  • Page 224: Technical Data

    Spare wheel Technical data Tyres Steel wheel 5.5 J x 14 ET 45 185/70 R14 88 T 6.0 J x 15 ET 44 195/65 R15 91 T 6.0 J x 15 ET 44 195/65 R15 95 T 14'' wheels with 4-hole hub 15'' or 16'' wheels with 5-hole hub...
  • Page 226 Useful information ......224 Information on technical data ..224 Vehicle electronics ......224 Identification plates ......225 Service products and capacities ..226 Vehicle data ........233 Lashing eyelets ......... 234 Trailer tow hitch ........ 235...

  • Page 227: Useful Information

    Further their electromagnetic compatibility must be information can be obtained from a checked and verified. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. If these devices are linked to functions asso- ciated with resistance to interference, they Vehicle electronics must have type approval. This applies to the...

  • Page 228: Identification Plates

    A telephone or two-way radio to be installed in Identification plates the vehicle must be approved. You can obtain Vehicle identification plate with vehi- further information from any Mercedes-Benz cle identification number Service Centre. When using mobile phones and two-way radios, Mercedes-Benz recommends connec- tion to an approved exterior aerial.

  • Page 229: Service Products And Capacities

    Climate control system refrigerants Components and service products must be matched. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use products tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. They are listed in these Mercedes-Benz Operating Instructions in the Vehicle identification number (VIN) appropriate section. Open the bonnet ( page 177).
  • Page 230 Tank capacity Benz; see "Additives". You can obtain fur- ! Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a ther information from any Mercedes-Benz diesel engine. Do not use diesel to refuel Service Centre. vehicles with a petrol engine. Even small...
  • Page 231 Mercedes-Benz Never refuel with petrol. Never add petrol to Service Centre or diesel fuel. can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Speci- fications for Service Products according to ! Only refuel using commercially-available Sheet Number 136.2...
  • Page 232 Fuel consumption depends on: Only use engine oils that have been approved for your vehicle according to the Mercedes- the type of vehicle Benz Specification for Service Products. You the style of driving will recognise the Mercedes-Benz approval...
  • Page 233 ! Mixing oils reduces the benefits of using cantly as a result of ageing during vehicle high grade engine oils. operation, especially at low outside tem- When topping up, Mercedes-Benz recom- peratures. mends that you only use engine oil of the For this reason, Mercedes-Benz recom-...
  • Page 234 Only by using engine oil with a particularly after you have driven a considerable distance. high quality grade, e.g. according to Sheet Number 228.51 of the Mercedes-Benz Spec- Check the engine oil level on a regular basis, ifications for Service Products, can the maxi- e.g.
  • Page 235 Use only approved brake fluids that comply with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for When the vehicle is first delivered, it is filled Service Products. Always check for the iden- with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate tification DOT 4 plus.

  • Page 236: Vehicle Data

    If the water quality is not At temperatures above freezing: sufficient, you must treat the water. Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture Observe Mercedes-Benz Specifications for of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Sum- Service Products, Sheet No. 310. merFit.

  • Page 237: Lashing Eyelets

    Lashing eyelets Vehicle-specific weight information can be Panel van (extra-long wheelbase) found on the vehicle identification plate Vehicle height 1839 mm page 225). Only for certain countries: you can find Vehicle length (ECE) 4705 mm vehicle-specific vehicle data in the COC Wheelbase 3081 mm documents (CERTIFICATE OF CONFORM-...

  • Page 238: Installation Dimensions

    You can obtain further information from your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The following values vary and are dependent upon: type of vehicle permissible gross weight of the vehicle...
  • Page 240 Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding these Operating Instructions to the technical docu-...
  • Page 241 É4155843301+ËÍ 4155843301 Order no. 6462 7806 02 Part no. 415 584 33 01 Edition 06-14 É999105665R"ËÍ 9 9 9 1 0 5 6 6 5 R...

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