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Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2015 Owner's 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 S-Class Owner's Manual...
  • Page 3 Symbols In this manual, you will find the following sym- bols: 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 On right-hand-drive vehicles, the layout of components and controls differs Android™ accordingly. Please note that the Mercedes-Benz Guides App Mercedes-Benz is constantly updating its vehi- may not yet be available in your country. cles to the state of the art.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Memory function in the rear compart- ment ............ 136 Introduction ......... 27 Protection of the environment ....27 Lights and windscreen wipers ..139 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....27 Useful information ....... 139 Owner's Manual ........28 Exterior lighting ........139 Operating safety ........28 Interior lighting ........
  • Page 6 Contents Maintenance and care ...... 392 Useful information ....... 392 Engine compartment ......392 ASSYST PLUS ........397 Care ............. 398 Breakdown assistance ..... 407 Useful information ....... 407 Where will I find...? ......407 Flat tyre ..........409 Battery (vehicle) ........413 Jump-starting ........
  • Page 7 Index Active Light System 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......330 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Active multicontour seat ....127 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Active Parking Assist tion System) Detecting parking spaces ....234 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Display message ......339 drive) ..........

  • Page 8: Index

    Index Airbag ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) Automatic front-passenger front Activating/deactivating ....84 airbag deactivation ......55 Function ........... 84 Introduction ........52 Switching off the alarm ....84 ATTENTION ASSIST PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps ..........48 Activating/deactivating ....307 Airbags Display message ......
  • Page 9 Index Belt tensioner Program selector button ....186 Pulling away ........178 Activation ......... 59 Blind Spot Assist Starting the engine ......177 Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 187 see Active Blind Spot Assist BlueTEC Trailer towing ......... 186 Transmission position display ..184 ®...
  • Page 10 Index Brake pedal Interior ........... 404 Pedal resistance/pedal travel ..46 Matt paintwork ......401 Brakes Night View Assist Plus ....404 ABS ..........75 Paint ..........401 Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 79 Plastic trim ........405 BAS ..........75 Reversing camera ......
  • Page 11 Index Moving front-passenger seat into Rear control panel ......151 the chauffeur position ....120 Setting the air distribution ..... 158 Moving the front-passenger seat Setting the air vents ...... 172 into the normal position ....123 Setting the airflow ......158 Removing the head restraint ..
  • Page 12 Index Function/notes ......142 Setting for driving on the right/ Crash-responsive emergency light- left ..........310 ing ............145 Switching on/off ......140 DIRECT SELECT lever Crosswind Assist (vehicles with Automatic transmission ....183 MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ....227 Display Crosswind Assist (vehicles with- Charge status ........
  • Page 13 SPEEDTRONIC ....... 214 see Door Traffic Sign Assist ......248 Driving abroad Driving tips Mercedes-Benz Service ....398 AMG ceramic brakes ..... 210 Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 139 Aquaplaning ........210 Driving Assistance package ..... 253 Automatic transmission ....186 Brakes ...........
  • Page 14 Index Function/notes ......131 Running irregularly ......181 EBD (electronic brake force distri- Starting (important safety notes) ... 177 bution) Starting problems ......181 Display message ......317 Starting the engine with the key ..177 Function/notes ........ 82 Starting with the Start/Stop but- ECO display ton ..........
  • Page 15 Index Exhaust Mobile phone ......... 464 see Exhaust pipe Two-way radio ........ 464 Exhaust pipe Front-passenger front airbag deac- tivation Cleaning ......... 403 Exhaustive discharging (high-volt- Display message ......326 Front-passenger front airbag deac- age battery) ........415 tivation system Exterior lighting Operation .........
  • Page 16 Range ..........197 Gearshift program Terms of use ........197 SETUP (on-board computer) ..312 Vehicle fire ........45 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 27 Hill start assist ........178 Glove compartment ......366 HOLD function Activating ........227 Activation conditions ..... 226 Deactivating ........
  • Page 17 Index Hybrid vehicles Automatic engine switch-off (ECO start/stop function) ....... 268 Climate control ......153 Charge status high-voltage bat- Important safety notes ....44 tery ..........262 Displaying the total range ....265 Driving tips ........267 Ignition lock ECO start/stop function ....268 see Key positions Electric motor (power display) ..
  • Page 18 Index Lights Activating/deactivating the Intel- Jack ligent Light System ......309 Storage location ......408 Active light function ....... 142 Using ..........437 Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS ..143 Jump starting (engine) ...... 417 Automatic headlamp mode .... 140 Cornering light function ....142 Dipped-beam headlamps ....
  • Page 19 ....... 367 SPEEDTRONIC ....... 214 see Separate operating instructions Traffic Sign Assist ......248 Memory card (audio) ......301 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Memory function see Qualified specialist workshop In the rear compartment ....136 Message memory (on-board com- Seats, steering wheel, exterior puter) ..........
  • Page 20 Index Operating ........301 see Engine oil On-board computer Multicontour seat ......127 Multifunction display AMG menu ........312 Assistance graphic menu ....304 Function/notes ......293 Multifunction steering wheel Assistance menu ......305 Display messages ......312 Operating the on-board computer .. 292 Displaying a service message ..
  • Page 21 Index Panorama sliding sunroof PASSENGER AIR BAG Important safety information ..105 Display message ......326 Opening/closing the roller sun- Indicator lamps ........ 48 blind ..........107 Problems (malfunctions) ....326 Pedestrian protection Operating ........106 Operating the roller sunblinds for Active bonnet (pedestrian protec- the sliding sunroof ......
  • Page 22 When the vehicle is stationary ..282 Power closing ........95 Power socket QR code Boot ..........380 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Power windows Rescue card ........31 see Side windows Qualified specialist workshop ... 30 Pre-entry climate control (via key) Problems (malfunctions) ....
  • Page 23 Index Reserve (fuel tank) Setting the air vents ...... 173 Setting the airflow ......158 see Fuel Reserve fuel Setting the temperature ....157 Stowage compartment ....367 Display message ......333 Rear foglamp Warning lamp ......... 359 Display message ......329 Residual heat (climate control) ..
  • Page 24 Index SD memory card Seat ventilation problem ....129 Selecting ........301 Storing settings (memory func- Seat tion) ..........135 Adjusting the front-passenger Switching seat heating on/off ..127 seat from the driver's seat ..... 116 Switching the seat ventilation on/ Seat belt off ..........
  • Page 25 Index Steering Assist Reversing feature ......102 Sidebag ..........54 see DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot Skibag ..........369 (DISTRONIC PLUS) Sliding sunroof Display message ......342 see Panorama sliding sunroof Steering assistant STEER CON- Snow chains ........430 TROL Sockets see STEER CONTROL...
  • Page 26 Index Summer tyres TIREFIT kit In winter ........429 Important safety notes ....410 Sun blind Storage location ......408 Rear side windows ......376 Tyre pressure not reached ..... 412 Sun visor ..........375 Tyre pressure reached ....412 Suspension mode Using ..........
  • Page 27 Index Tyre pressure monitor Coupling up a trailer ...... 288 Decoupling a trailer ....... 288 Checking the tyre pressure elec- Driving tips ........286 tronically ........433 Folding in the ball coupling .... 289 Function/notes ......432 Folding out the ball coupling ..287 General notes ........
  • Page 28 Index Equipment ........28 Parking brake ........ 359 Implied warranty ......31 PASSENGER AIR BAG ...... 48 Individual settings ......305 RBS (Recuperative Brake Sys- Leaving parked up ......207 tem) ..........353 Locking (in an emergency) ....96 Reserve fuel ........359 Locking (key) ........
  • Page 29 Index Windscreen wipers Problem (malfunction) ....149 Replacing the wiper blades .... 146 Switching on/off ......146 Winter operation Important safety notes ....429 Radiator cover ....... 393 Slippery road surfaces ....210 Snow chains ........430 Summer tyres ........ 429 Winter tyres Limiting the speed (on-board com- puter) ..........

  • Page 30: Protection Of The Environment

    Returning an end-of-life vehicle the following factors: EU countries only: operating conditions of your vehicle Mercedes-Benz will take back your old vehicle to your personal driving style dispose of it in an environmentally-responsible You can influence both factors. Therefore, manner in accordance with the European Union please bear the following in mind: (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.

  • Page 31: Owner's Manual

    Only use genu- ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- Should you have any questions concerning ity. Only use tyres, wheels and accessories that...
  • Page 32 Introduction ating the vehicle electrically is provided by the WARNING vehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Modifications to electronic components, their DANGER software as well as wiring could affect their function and/or the operation of other net- The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is worked components.

  • Page 33: Electromagnetic Compatibility

    Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle owner- If the engine is switched off and equipment ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- on the diagnostics connection is used, the vice Centre, for example.

  • Page 34: Implied Warranty

    Mercedes-Benz implied defects warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle War- ranty.

  • Page 35: Copyright Information

    Introduction Copyright information General notes Information on licences for free and open- source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the fol- lowing website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource...

  • Page 36: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift pad- Climate control systems dles Adjusts the steering wheel Combination switch Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel Opens the bonnet Control panel for: Light switch...
  • Page 37 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch Combination switch Electric parking brake Horn Ignition lock Start/Stop button Instrument cluster Adjusts the steering wheel DIRECT SELECT lever Steering wheel heating Steering wheel gearshift pad- Cruise control lever dles Climate control systems Opens the bonnet Control panel for:...

  • Page 38: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Instrument cluster with speedometer Function Page (km/h) Coolant temperature Function Page Fuel gauge Speedometer Fuel filler flap location indi- cator 8: the fuel filler cap Multifunction display is on the right-hand side. Rev counter Information on displaying the outside tem- You can find further information on displays perature in the multifunction display can be in the instrument cluster under:...
  • Page 39 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ! ABS · Distance warning ! Electric parking brake ® å ESP (yellow) ® ÷ ESP ! Electric parking brake # Turn signal, left (red) L Dipped-beam head- ; Engine diagnostics lamps Ð...

  • Page 40: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list Sets the brightness of the instrument cluster and the Selects a menu or submenu multimedia system display or scrolls through lists Multimedia system display DVD changer or single DVD Confirms the selection drive...
  • Page 41 Multifunction steering wheel In vehicles with multimedia system COMAND Online you can find further infor- mation: on the multimedia system in the Digital Owner's Manual on the DVD changer or single DVD drive in the Digital Owner's Manual on LINGUATRONIC in the separate operat- ing instructions...

  • Page 42: Centre Console

    Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Switches the multimedia sys- Û Selects the drive pro- tem on or off (see separate gram/program selector but- operating instructions) Ñ Selects the drive pro- Adjusts/mutes the volume gram/program selector but- (see the separate operating ton (Mercedes-AMG vehi- instructions) cles)
  • Page 43 Centre console Function Page Telephone, address book and Internet button (see separate operating instructions) Vehicle and system settings button (see separate operat- ing instructions) Multimedia system control- ler (see separate operating instructions) Information on the ECO start/stop function Information on the ECO start/stop function for vehicles with HYBRID operation can be for vehicles with PLUG_IN HYBRID operation found in the "HYBRID operation"...

  • Page 44: Overhead Control Panel

    Opens/closes the front roller u Switches the rear inte- sunblinds rior lighting on/off F Breakdown assistance p Switches the right- call button (Mercedes-Benz hand reading lamp on/off Contact) ï MB Info call button (Mercedes-Benz Contact)

  • Page 45: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page s Seat ventilation W Opens/closes the rear right side window c Seat heating p Opens/closes the boot w Adjusts the front- passenger seat from the driver’s seat n Override feature for the controls in the rear compart- r 4 5 = ment...

  • Page 46: Rear Seats

    Rear seats Rear seats Example: vehicles with Rear Seat Entertain- Function Page ment System Stowage compartment in the Function Page rear seat armrest DVD player (see the separate Stowage box in the seat operating instructions) backrest Cover for skibag Cigarette lighter Coolbox Power socket Cup holders...

  • Page 47: Hybrid Vehicles

    Hybrid vehicles Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all models, series and optional equipment for your vehi- cle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions described.

  • Page 48: High Voltage Battery

    Hybrid vehicles Deactivate the hybrid system manually if: checked at a qualified specialist workshop before reactivation. the 6 restraint system warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up after an accident High-voltage battery the vehicle is badly damaged, e.g. after an accident, and the restraint system compo- WARNING nents were not activated...

  • Page 49: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety Engine compartment Panic alarm Before opening the bonnet: Apply the electric parking brake. Shift the automatic transmission to park posi- tion P. Switch the ignition off. Remove the Start/Stop button from the igni- tion lock ( page 175). If the key is inserted in the ignition lock: remove the key from the ignition lock.
  • Page 50 Touching tact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. damaged components of the vehicle's high- voltage electrical system could result in an electric shock.

  • Page 51: Seat Belts

    Occupant safety on the build of the person on the front- PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp passenger seat, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp may light up. The front- passenger front airbag is disabled. It will then not be deployed in the event of an accident. In this case, the front-passenger seat should not be used.
  • Page 52 Mercedes-Benz vehi- WARNING cle. The child restraint system must be appro- priate to the age, weight and size of the child.
  • Page 53 Also ensure that no objects are placed seat belts which have been approved specifi- between a person and the seat. e.g. a cush- cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Other- ion. wise, your vehicle's general operating permit could be invalidated.
  • Page 54 Occupant safety The shoulder section of the belt must always be routed across the centre of the shoulder. If nec- essary, adjust the belt outlet. To raise: slide the belt outlet upwards. The belt outlet engages in a number of differ- ent positions.

  • Page 55: Seat Belt Adjustment

    Occupant safety Seat belt adjustment Airbags The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of Introduction ® the PRE-SAFE convenience function. This func- tion adjusts the driver's and front-passenger The installation location of an airbag is identified seat belt to the upper body of the occupants. by the AIRBAG symbol.

  • Page 56: Front Airbags

    Occupant safety door or side window. You may otherwise be in function correctly. There is an increased risk the deployment area of the airbags. of injury. Always keep your feet in the footwell in front Never modify an airbag cover or affix objects of the seat.

  • Page 57: Cushion Airbags

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the corresponding seats by Mercedes-Benz. Windowbags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deploy in the area from the A- pillar to the C-pillar.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety protection in the event of frontal collision situa- child restraint system. Never place objects tions. When triggered, the cushion airbag under or behind the child restraint system, e.g. a deploys under the seat cushion. This helps pre- cushion. Fully retract the seat cushion length. vent the occupant from slipping off the seat The entire base of the child restraint system cushion.
  • Page 59 Occupant safety are met, the front-passenger front airbag is passenger front airbag is enabled or disa- deployed. bled in accordance with the person in the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the front- front-passenger seat. passenger front airbag is disabled. It will then the front-passenger seat has been moved not be deployed in the event of an accident.

  • Page 60: System Self-Test

    Mercedes-Benz Ser- child in a forward-facing child restraint sys- vice Centre. tem, either the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON or...
  • Page 61 Occupant safety system is malfunctioning. The front- If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator passenger front airbag might be triggered lamp remains lit when it should not, the front- unintentionally or might not be triggered at all passenger seat may not be used. Do not in the event of an accident with high deceler- install a child restraint system on the front- ation.
  • Page 62 Have the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation sys- son with a build corre- tem checked as soon as possible at a Mercedes-Benz Service sponding to that of an Centre. adult.
  • Page 63 Occupant safety additional components of the restraint system ® An electric motor is used by PRE-SAFE to trig- are deployed independently of each other: ger the tightening of the seat belt in hazardous situations. This procedure is reversible. front airbags If the belt tensioners are triggered or an airbag is windowbag, if the system determines that deployed, you will hear a bang, and a small...
  • Page 64 Occupant safety components of the restraint system are activa- that the seats and/or the objects could be ted independently of each other depending on ® damaged when PRE-SAFE is activated. the apparent type of accident. Although your vehicle is equipped with a PRE- Sidebags on the side on which an impact ®...

  • Page 65: Pre-Safe ® Plus

    Mercedes-Benz emergency call system: automatic emergency call vehicles with the hybrid drive system: the hybrid system and the high-voltage electrical...

  • Page 66: Children In The Vehicle

    If you and your child leave the vehicle, always on the front-passenger seat. For this reason, make sure that the child restraint system is Mercedes-Benz strongly advise that you install not in direct sunlight. Cover it with a blanket, the child restraint system on a rear seat. The for example.

  • Page 67: Isofix Child Seat Securing System

    ( page 71). "Loading guidelines" ( page 365). It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care WARNING products to clean child restraint systems rec- ommended by Mercedes-Benz. You can Child restraint systems or their securing sys-...
  • Page 68 Children in the vehicle When fitting the child restraint system, As a result, the child restraint system may not make sure that the seat belt for the centre be able to provide the intended level of pro- seat does not get trapped. Otherwise, the tection.

  • Page 69: Top Tether Anchorages

    Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. The Top Tether anchorage points are fitted in the...

  • Page 70: Rearward-Facing Child Restraint System

    Children in the vehicle Vehicles without the automatic front- You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as a result of: passenger front airbag deactivation system a child restraint system that is not detected by the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system the unintentional disabling of the front- passenger front airbag...
  • Page 71 Children in the vehicle of the child restraint system must always rest on "Universal" category child restraint systems can the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. be used on the seats indicated with U, UF or IUF The backrest of the child restraint system must, according to the tables "Suitability of the seats as far as possible, lie flat against the backrest of for attaching belt-secured child restraint sys-...
  • Page 72 Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems If you use a baby car seat of category 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system of category I on a rear seat, you must adjust the driver's or front-passenger seat so that the seat does not touch the child restraint system.
  • Page 73 For more information, contact the child restraint system manufacturer or visit their website. Rear seat with belt bag: only use a child restraint system approved by Mercedes-Benz that is installed on the ISOFIX child seat securing system.
  • Page 74 "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" ( page 68). You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Rear seat with belt bag: when securing a child in a child restraint system on an outer rear seat, always pay attention to the following instructions: Only use a child restraint system approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 75 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt Weight categories Manufac- Type Approval num- Order number turer ber(E1 ...) (A 000 ...) Category 0: Britax Römer BABY SAFE 04 301146 970 20 00 plus II up to 10 kg 970 36 00...
  • Page 76 Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks leave persons (particularly children) unatten- ded in the vehicle. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If the child restraint system is placed in direct If children are travelling in the vehicle, they sunlight, the parts could become very hot. could: Children could be suffer burns by touching open doors, thus endangering other people...

  • Page 77: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Override feature for the rear side win- ing the vehicle occupants. There is a risk of an dows accident and injury. Never leave animals unattended in the vehi- cle. Always secure animals correctly during a journey, e.g. in an animal transport box. Driving safety systems Driving safety systems overview In this section, you will find information about...
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems Braking tyre tread depths etc. in the "Wheels and tyres" section ( page 427). If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the In wintry driving conditions, always use winter brake pedal with force until the braking sit- tyres (M+S tyres) and, if necessary, snow uation is over.
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems PLUS detects a danger of collision, you are Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- assisted when braking. uation and be ready to brake. Pay attention to the important safety notes in the "Driving safety systems" section WARNING page 74).
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems there is no visible damage to the front of the COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST vehicle. PLUS Following damage to the windscreen, have the configuration and operation of the camera sys- General notes tem checked at a qualified specialist workshop. COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS consists of a distance warning function with an autono- Function...

  • Page 81: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems puter ( page 306). When deactivated, the dis- Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- tance warning function and the autonomous uation and be ready to brake. braking function are also deactivated. If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is WARNING deactivated, the æ...

  • Page 82: Adaptive Brake Lights

    Driving safety systems ® passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can: are activated simultaneously ( page 61). intervene unnecessarily not intervene Adaptive Brake Assist There is a risk of an accident. General notes Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- Observe the "Important safety notes"...

  • Page 83: Esp (Electronic Stability Program)

    Driving safety systems lamps using the hazard warning button ® If the ÷ ESP warning lamp lights up contin- page 141). ® uously, ESP is not available due to a malfunc- tion. Observe the information on warning lamps ® (Electronic Stability Program) page 357) and display messages which may be shown in the instrument cluster General notes...

  • Page 84: Esp ® Trailer Stabilisation

    Driving safety systems ® PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available; it is WARNING also not activated if you brake firmly with ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer sta- ® assistance from ESP bilises the vehicle. There is an increased risk ®...

  • Page 85: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Depending on the direction and intensity of the ® PRE-SAFE Brake ® side wind, ESP is activated automatically. General notes ® intervenes with stabilising braking to assist you in keeping the vehicle in the lane. ® PRE-SAFE Brake can help you to minimise the Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle speeds risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead or a...
  • Page 86 Driving safety systems strong radar reflections, for example, in multi- WARNING storey car parks ® PRE-SAFE Brake cannot always clearly iden- a narrow vehicle travelling in front, e.g. a tify objects and complex traffic conditions. motorcycle ® In these cases, PRE-SAFE Brake may: a vehicle travelling in front on a different line Detection by the camera system is also impaired...

  • Page 87: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft Brake immediately to defuse the situation. This steering support is provided in particular if: both right wheels or both left wheels are on a Take evasive action provided it is safe to do wet or slippery road surface when you brake the vehicle starts to skid ®...

  • Page 88: Switching Off

    Protection against theft To prime: lock the vehicle with the key or Tow-away protection KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system Function is primed after approximately 10 seconds. An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while key or KEYLESS-GO.
  • Page 89 Protection against theft the side windows are closed the panorama sliding sunroof is closed there are no objects, e.g. mascots, hanging on the rear-view mirror or on the grab han- dles on the roof trim This will prevent false alarms. Make sure that: the doors are closed the panorama sliding sunroof is closed...

  • Page 90: Useful Information

    Useful information WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, This Owner's Manual describes all models, they can: series and optional equipment for your vehi- open doors and endanger other persons or cle that were available at the time of going to road users press.

  • Page 91: Key Functions

    A check which periodically establishes a radio When the locator lighting is activated via the connection between the vehicle and the key multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark determines whether a valid key is in the vehicle. after the vehicle is unlocked with the key.

  • Page 92: Changing The Settings Of The Locking System

    KEYLESS-GO start function General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a key in the vehicle ( page 177). Changing the settings of the locking system You can change the settings of the locking sys- To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur- tem.

  • Page 93: Checking The Battery

    Push release catch : in the direction of the arrow and, at the same time, remove emer- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the gency key element ; from the key. batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop.

  • Page 94: Replacing The Battery

    The battery is discharged if battery check until battery compartment cover : opens. lamp : does not light up briefly. When doing so, do not hold battery compart- ment cover : shut. Replace the battery ( page 91). Remove battery compartment cover :. If the key battery is checked within the signal reception range of the vehicle, pressing the &...
  • Page 95 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The key is faulty. Lock ( page 95) or unlock ( page 96) the vehicle using the emergency key element. Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop. You can no longer lock or KEYLESS-GO was deactivated.

  • Page 96: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The key battery is discharged or nearly discharged. Check the key battery ( page 90) and replace it if necessary page 91). If this does not work: Start your vehicle with the key in the ignition lock. There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.

  • Page 97: Centrally Locking And Unlocking The Vehicle From The Inside

    Doors inside the vehicle. You can deactivate the dou- ble lock function by deactivating the interior motion sensor . The doors can then be opened from the inside after the vehicle has been locked from the outside. You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks ( page 73).

  • Page 98: Automatic Locking Feature

    Doors only the driver's door had been previously Unlocking the driver's door (emer- unlocked. gency key element) If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the key or KEYLESS-GO, use the emergency key ele- Automatic locking feature ment. Take the emergency key element out of the key ( page 90).
  • Page 99 Boot Turn the emergency key element back and remove it. Insert emergency key element into the key page 90). Carefully press the protective cap onto the lock cylinder until it engages and is seated firmly. Do not pull the door handle when doing If you use the emergency key element to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered.

  • Page 100: Boot

    Boot WARNING If someone is trapped: If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or press the F button on the key, or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip press the remote operating switch on the over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle driver's door, or occupants.
  • Page 101 Boot Vehicles with boot lid remote closing fea- Always switch off the engine before opening ture or power closing: the boot lid. Never drive with the boot lid open. Lightly push the boot lid closed. The power closing function pulls the boot lid closed.

  • Page 102: Hands-Free Access

    Boot Press the remote operating switch on the ful if you have your hands full. To do this, make driver's door, or a kicking movement under the bumper with your foot. In vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: kick into the sensor detection range under Observe the following points: the bumper with your foot.
  • Page 103 Boot thus be opened or closed unintentionally, for If the boot lid closing procedure has been stop- example, if you: ped: sit on the edge of the boot move your foot under the bumper again and set down or lift up an object behind the the boot lid will open vehicle If the boot lid opening procedure has been stop-...

  • Page 104: Opening And Closing

    Boot Activating the function to lock the boot sepa- The boot lid swings upwards when opened. rately: Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the boot lid. Close the boot lid. The opening dimensions of the boot lid can be Open the glove compartment.

  • Page 105: Side Windows

    Side windows Turn the emergency key element from posi- upwards during the automatic closing process, tion 1 anti-clockwise as far as it will go to the side window opens again automatically. Dur- position 2. ing the manual closing process, the side window The boot is unlocked.

  • Page 106: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition open the panorama sliding sunroof and the roller sunblinds lock. switch on the seat ventilation for the driver's To open manually: press and hold the cor- seat responding button.

  • Page 107: Using The Key

    Side windows Using the key Make sure that all the side windows and the panorama sliding sunroof are closed. Press and hold the & button until the side Vehicles with a panorama sliding sunroof: windows and the panorama sliding sunroof touch recessed sensor surface : on the door are fully closed.

  • Page 108: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A side window cannot be Remove the objects. closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot be If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again closed and you cannot slightly:...
  • Page 109 If someone is trapped: If contact is made with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers release the switch immediately or slightly but remains raised at the rear. press the switch in any direction during the...
  • Page 110 Panorama sliding sunroof The sliding sunroof remains raised at the rear in The roller sunblinds shield the vehicle interior order to allow ventilation of the vehicle interior. from sunlight. The front roller sunblind can only be opened and closed when the sliding sunroof The sliding sunroof does not close if: is closed.

  • Page 111: Magic Sky Control

    Panorama sliding sunroof The front roller sunblind opens, then the slid- Operating from the rear ing roof is raised. Pull the 3 switch in direction ;. The front roller sunblind opens. Pull the 3 switch in direction =. The front roller sunblind closes if the sliding sunroof is closed.
  • Page 112 Panorama sliding sunroof Operating the rear MAGIC SKY CON- could get an electric shock. There is a risk of TROL element from the rear fatal injury. Never remove the roof lining. If the roof lining is damaged, never touch the electrical components behind it. Always have work on the MAGIC SKY CON- TROL carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 113: Problems With The Sliding Sunroof

    Panorama sliding sunroof Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. lock. Pull the 3 switch to the point of resistance Pull switch : repeatedly until the rear roller in the direction of arrow : until the sliding sunblind is fully closed.
  • Page 114 Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The sliding sunroof can- If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again not be closed and you slightly: cannot see the cause. Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to the point of resistance until the sliding sunroof is closed.

  • Page 115: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position When adjusting the seat, make sure that: Useful information you are as far away from the driver's airbag as possible This Owner's Manual describes all models, series and optional equipment for your vehi- you are sitting in a normal upright position cle that were available at the time of going to you can fasten the seat belt properly press.

  • Page 116: Seats

    Seats Seats lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys- tem. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The head restraints cannot provide the inten- If children adjust the seats, they could ded protection unless they are fitted and become trapped, especially if they are unat- adjusted correctly.
  • Page 117 Seats Vehicles with an EASY ADJUST luxury Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell under or behind the seats when mov- head restraint ing the seats back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be damaged. Adjusting the seats Vehicles with standard head restraints or luxury head restraints...

  • Page 118: Adjusting A Rear Reclining Seat

    Seats either only on the front-passenger side or also Adjusting the rear seats on the driver's side. Adjusting the rear seats Mercedes-Maybach vehicles: the rear reclining seat is on the driver's and the front-passenger side. Vehicles with a long wheelbase and a rear com- partment chauffeur/memory package also have a footrest.
  • Page 119 Seats Adjusting the front-passenger seat Adjusting the front-passenger seat from the driver's seat Important safety notes WARNING When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle occupant could become trapped by the guide rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of injury.

  • Page 120: Adjusting The Rear Seats

    Seats To select the rear seat: press button : Make sure that no one has any part of their repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the but- body within the sweep of the seat when ton is not lit. adjusting it. The rear-compartment seat is selected if the indicator lamp in the button is not lit.
  • Page 121 Seats Adjusting the rear seat on vehicles with The key must be in the ignition lock and in posi- tion 1 or 2, in order for the front-passenger seat EASY ADJUST luxury head restraints to be selected ( page 175). To select the front-passenger seat: press button : repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the button lights up.

  • Page 122: General Notes

    Seats Adjusting the front-passenger seat of injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or sudden braking, for example. Always drive with the head restraints fitted. Ensure that the centre of the head restraints support the back of each vehicle occupant's head at eye level before driving off.
  • Page 123 Seats Positioning the front-passenger seat for remove head restraint. remove head restraint. page 348) message appears in the multifunction display. chauffeur mode If the front-passenger seat is already at the General notes threshold to the area for the chauffeur mode, the position for the chauffeur mode is set Pay attention to the important safety notes immediately.
  • Page 124 Seats Folding forward from the driver's seat If the front-passenger seat is already at the threshold to the area for the chauffeur mode, the position for the chauffeur mode is set immediately. The position for chauffeur mode cannot be stored or set with the driver's seat memory function.
  • Page 125 Seats Folding the front-passenger head To select the front-passenger seat: press button : repeatedly until the indicator lamp restraint into position in the button lights up. The front-passenger seat is selected if the Folding into position from the rear seat indicator lamp in the button lights up.
  • Page 126 Seats Fold covers ; backwards. Pull handle ? backwards. Briefly press button ; backwards. Red pin = protrudes from the adjuster lever. The front-passenger seat moves into the nor- mal adjustment range at the threshold to the Insert head restraint : into the brackets. area for chauffeur mode.
  • Page 127 Seats Further settings are available via the mem- There is a risk of an accident. ory adjustment buttons if the front-passenger Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steer- seat has been selected with button :. ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat Adjusting from the front-passenger seat belt before starting the engine.
  • Page 128 Seats To adjust the side bolsters of the head Release the release button once the head restraint is in the desired position. restraint: push or pull right and/or left-hand side bolster : into the desired position. Ensure that the head restraint has engaged properly.
  • Page 129 Seats Extending the outer rear head restraints into the last stored position This function is available on vehicles with elec- trically adjustable rear seats. Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 175). Briefly press button :. The head restraints lower.
  • Page 130 Seats Folding into position mechanically Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support You can adjust the 4-way lumbar support via the multimedia system (see the separate operating instructions). Switching the seat heating on/off Switching on/off WARNING If you repeatedly switch on seat heating, the seat cushion and backrest padding may Pull the head restraint up until it engages.

  • Page 131: Rear Seats

    Seats Rear seats seat cushion and backrest via the Rear Seat Entertainment System (see the separate oper- ating instructions). Front seats Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 175). To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired heating level is set.

  • Page 132: Rear Seat

    Seats When the vehicle is stationary, the fan Switching the seat ventilation on/off speed can be reduced automatically. This Front seats reduces the noises of the seat ventilation. Rear seat The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the blower setting you have selected. Switching the seat ventilation in the rear com- Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition partment on/off...

  • Page 133: Adjusting The Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Further related subjects: Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ( page 131) Important safety notes Storing settings ( page 135) Operating the on-board computer WARNING page 292). You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or Steering wheel heating mirrors Switching on/off...

  • Page 134: Important Safety Notes

    Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steering wheel heat- The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ing has switched itself ers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the not be switched on.
  • Page 135 Mirrors Position of the steering wheel and the Anti-dazzle mode: pivot anti-dazzle switch : forwards or back. driver's seat for driving The steering wheel and the driver's seat are moved to the previously set position if: Exterior mirrors the driver's door is closed and you insert the key into the ignition lock Important safety notes you close the driver's door when the ignition...

  • Page 136: Mirrors

    Mirrors Resetting the exterior mirrors Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 175). If the battery has been disconnected or com- Press button ; for the right-hand exterior pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be mirror or button = for the left-hand exterior reset.
  • Page 137 Mirrors Using reverse gear If you come into contact with electrolyte, observe the following: immediately rinse off electrolyte from your skin with water. immediately and thoroughly rinse electro- lyte out of eyes using clean water. if electrolyte is swallowed, immediately rinse out your mouth thoroughly.

  • Page 138: Storing Settings

    Memory function Press memory button M : and one of the WARNING arrows on adjustment button ; within three If children activate the memory function, they seconds. could become trapped, especially if they are The parking position is stored if the exterior unattended.

  • Page 139: Memory Function In The Rear Compartment

    Memory function in the rear compartment Adjust the seat accordingly ( page 114). When leaving the vehicle, always take the key On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave page 130) and the exterior mirrors children unattended in the vehicle.
  • Page 140 Memory function in the rear compartment Vehicles without rear reclining seat Vehicles with a rear reclining seat The key must be in the ignition lock and in posi- The key must be in the ignition lock and in posi- tion 1 or 2, in order for the front-passenger seat tion 1 or 2, in order for the front-passenger seat to be selected ( page 175).
  • Page 141 Memory function in the rear compartment Calling up a stored setting General notes The memory positions in the area for the chauf- feur mode can only be set when the conditions for the chauffeur mode are fulfilled page 119). Vehicles without rear reclining seat The key must be in the ignition lock and in posi- tion 1 or 2, in order for the front-passenger seat to be selected (...

  • Page 142: Useful Information

    Exterior lighting Exterior lighting can be set by: General notes using the light switch For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- using the combination switch ( page 141) mends that you drive with the lights switched on using the on-board computer ( page 309) even during the daytime.
  • Page 143 Exterior lighting The exterior lighting (except the side lamps/ Dipped-beam headlamps parking lamps) switches off automatically if you: When the ignition is switched on and the light switch is in the L position, the side lamps remove the key from the ignition lock and dipped-beam headlamps are switched on open the driver's door with the key in posi- even if the light sensor does not sense dark...

  • Page 144: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting To switch on the parking lamps: the key The blue K indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up when the main-beam should not be in the ignition lock or it should headlamps are switched on. be in position 0. To switch off:move the combination switch Turn the light switch to the W (left-hand back to its normal position.

  • Page 145: Cornering Light Function

    Exterior lighting Cornering light function The hazard warning lamps continue to operate even if the ignition is switched off. Intelligent Light System General notes The Intelligent Light System is a system that adjusts the headlamps automatically to suit the prevailing driving and weather conditions. It offers advanced functions for improved illumi- nation of the road surface, e.g.
  • Page 146 Exterior lighting Extended range foglamps beam headlamps illuminate the areas to its right and left, and the vehicle in front is illuminated by the dipped-beam headlamps. The system automatically adapts the dipped- beam headlamp range depending on the dis- tance to the other vehicle. Once the system no longer detects any other vehicles, it switches on the main-beam headlamps again.

  • Page 147: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The _ indicator lamp in Plus on/off the multifunction display remains lit. To switch off:move the combination switch back to its normal position or move the light switch to another position.

  • Page 148: Interior Lighting Control

    Replacing bulbs Control panel in the grab handle (rear The interior lighting automatically switches on if you: compartment) unlock the vehicle open a door remove the key from the ignition lock The interior lighting is activated for a short time when the key is removed from the ignition lock.

  • Page 149: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Switch on the power supply with the Start/ Windscreen wipers Stop button or the key ( page 175). Switching the windscreen wipers on/ Turn the combination switch to the corre- sponding position. In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate Do not operate the windscreen wipers when wiping frequency is set automatically according the windscreen is dry, as this could damage...

  • Page 150: Replacing The Wiper Blades

    Windscreen wipers Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Removing the wiper blades the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Always position the windscreen wiper arms vertically before folding them away from the windscreen. By doing so, you will avoid dam- age to the bonnet.
  • Page 151 Windscreen wipers Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock Fitting the wiper blades page 175). As soon as the wiper arms are vertical to the bonnet, turn the key to position 0 in the igni- tion lock ( page 175).

  • Page 152: Problems With The Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Problems with the windscreen wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windscreen wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing windscreen wiper are jammed. movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. Switch off the engine using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door.

  • Page 153: Overview Of Climate Control Systems

    Overview of climate control systems only available when the engine is running. For Useful information hybrid vehicles, the "Cooling with air dehumidi- fication" function is also available via the elec- This Owner's Manual describes all models, tric refrigerant compressor when the engine is series and optional equipment for your vehi- not running.

  • Page 154: Automatic Climate Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Vehicles with auxiliary heating or PLUG-IN HYBRID Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic, left ( page 155) Sets the temperature, left ( page 157) Sets the airflow, left ( page 158) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode manually ( page 160)
  • Page 155 Overview of climate control systems Vehicles without auxiliary heating Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic, left ( page 155) Sets the temperature, left ( page 157) Sets the airflow, left ( page 158) Switches air-recirculation mode on/off ( page 160) Demists the windscreen ( page 159)

  • Page 156: Operating The Climate Control System

    Operating the climate control system ECO start/stop function Notes on using the automatic climate control During automatic engine switch-off, the climate control only operates at a reduced capacity. If Automatic climate control you require the full climate control output, you can switch off the ECO start/stop function by Below, you can find a number of notes and rec- pressing the ECO button (...

  • Page 157: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating rear-compart- Activating/deactivating cooling with ment climate control using the front air dehumidification control panel General notes Observe the notes on controlling the rear-com- If you deactivate the "Cooling with air dehumid- partment climate control using the front control ification"...
  • Page 158 Operating the climate control system Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Vehicles with auxiliary The cooling with air dehumidification function has been deactivated heating: cooling with air due to a malfunction. dehumidification can no Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 159 Operating the climate control system Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock be controlled automatically. When the manually set function switches back to automatic mode, page 175). the AUTO display reappears in the rear-com- Press the t or ! rocker switch up or partment display.

  • Page 160: Setting The Temperature

    Operating the climate control system Setting the temperature in the front Setting the temperature compartment using the front control General notes panel Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock page 175). To increase or reduce: press the w rocker switch up or down.

  • Page 161: Air Distribution Settings

    Operating the climate control system Only change the temperature setting in small Setting the airflow increments. Start at 22 †. General notes Setting the footwell temperature You can select different airflow settings for the driver's and front-passenger sides as well as for The footwell temperature for the driver and front the rear compartment (only vehicles with rear passenger can be set separately using the mul-...

  • Page 162: Demisting The Windscreen

    Operating the climate control system ted. Air-recirculation mode remains deactiva- Activating/deactivating the synchro- ted. nisation function Climate control can be set centrally using the Press the à rocker switch up or down. synchronisation function. The settings for tem- perature, air distribution and airflow on the driv- Use the t or ! rocker switch to call up er's side are adopted for the front-passenger the multimedia system climate control menu.
  • Page 163 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock page 175). Press the ¤ rocker switch up or down. The indicator lamp in the ¤ rocker switch lights up or goes out. Problems with the rear window heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window heating...

  • Page 164: Front Control Panel

    Operating the climate control system and hold the g rocker switch up or down WARNING until the side windows and the panorama slid- During convenience opening parts of the body ing sunroof start to open automatically. could be drawn in or become trapped The indicator lamp in the g rocker switch between the side window and window frame.

  • Page 165: Rear Control Panel

    Operating the climate control system To deactivate: press the ! or Á Environmental note rocker switch up or down. Full vials must not be dis- The indicator lamp in the ! or Á rocker posed of with household switch goes out. waste.
  • Page 166 Screw the lid back on to the vial. If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- Only refill the vial when you are outside the ers' safety notices on the perfume packaging.
  • Page 167 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating "Pre-entry cli- The high-voltage battery must be sufficiently charged before "Pre-entry climate control via mate control via key" key" can be activated. Before "Pre-entry climate control via key" can be When the vehicle is pre-cooled, the following activated, you must activate the function via the functions are activated as needed: multimedia system (see separate operating...

  • Page 168: General Notes

    Operating the climate control system Problems with "Pre-entry climate control via key" Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions "Pre-entry climate con- The charge status of the high-voltage battery is under the specified trol via key" cannot be minimum charge status. activated or has been Start the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill.

  • Page 169: Setting The Departure Time

    Operating the climate control system With active "Pre-entry climate control at depar- connect me web App: http:// ture time" the charge status of the high-voltage www.mercedes.me. battery can be reduced, even if the charge cable When activating the "Pre-entry climate control connector is connected.

  • Page 170: Before Switching On

    Operating the climate control system To activate or deactivate "Immediate pre- When the auxiliary heating is switched on, entry climate control": press rocker make sure that: switch : up or down. no flammable materials come into contact The blue or red indicator lamp on the rocker switch lights up or goes out.
  • Page 171 Operating the climate control system To switch on auxiliary heating or auxiliary If you do not alter the temperature before switching on the auxiliary heating or auxiliary ventilation: press rocker switch : up or ventilation, the last temperature setting will be down.
  • Page 172 Operating the climate control system Activating/deactivating the auxiliary The auxiliary heating is heating or auxiliary ventilation switched on. The number in the display shows the remaining time (in minutes) for the auxiliary heating. A departure time has been activated. The departure time appears in the dis- play.
  • Page 173 Operating the climate control system Briefly press the u button. Press the , or . button repeatedly until the time to be changed appears in the display. Press the u and ^ buttons simultane- ously. The Î symbol in the remote control display flashes.
  • Page 174 Operating the climate control system If the battery needs to be replaced, the battery cialist workshop or to a col- symbol on the left of the display is shown as lection point for used batter- empty. A CR2450 lithium battery is required ies.

  • Page 175: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the side air vents Important safety notes WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents. This could result in burns or frostbite in the immediate vicinity of the air vents. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 176 Adjusting the air vents Adjusting the rear-compartment side air vents Air vent thumbwheel Air vent To open or close: turn control : to the right To open or close:turn thumbwheel ; to the or left. left or right. To adjust the air direction: hold rear air vent : by the middle fin handle and move up Setting the rear-compartment air or down or to the left or right.

  • Page 177: Useful Information

    Driving Try to avoid depressing the accelerator pedal Useful information beyond the point of resistance (kickdown). All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- This Owner's Manual describes all models, cles): drive the vehicle mainly in drive pro- series and optional equipment for your vehi- gram E for the first 1500 km.

  • Page 178: Key Positions

    Driving Key positions Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals. 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.

  • Page 179: Removing The Start/Stop Button

    Driving To start the vehicle without actively using the Further information on situations where an indi- key: cator lamp either fails to go out after starting the engine or lights up while driving ( page 353). the Start/Stop button must be inserted in the If Start/Stop button : has not yet been ignition lock pressed, this corresponds to the key being...
  • Page 180 Driving General notes Starting the vehicle Vehicles with a petrol engine: the engine runs Important safety notes at a higher engine speed during the cold start procedure so that the catalytic converter can WARNING reach operating temperature more quickly. The If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, sound of the engine may change as a result.

  • Page 181: Pulling Away With A Trailer

    Driving Pulling away with a trailer Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Press the Start/Stop button once page 175). Vehicles with a petrol engine: the engine starts. Vehicles with a diesel engine: preglow is activated and the engine starts. Pulling away General notes To ensure that you do not roll backwards when...
  • Page 182 Driving General notes Hill start assist is not active if: you are pulling away on a level road or a downhill gradient the transmission is in position N the electric parking brake is applied ® is malfunctioning ECO start/stop function (all vehicles except hybrid vehicles and plug-in hybrid) Introduction...

  • Page 183: Automatic Engine Start

    Driving If the conditions for automatic engine switch-off the è ECO symbol reappears in green in the are not all met, the è ECO symbol is shown in multifunction display. yellow. All of the vehicle's systems remain active when Switching the ECO start/stop function the engine is switched off automatically.

  • Page 184: Problems With The Engine

    Driving Mercedes-AMG vehicles If all conditions for automatic engine switch- off ( page 179) are fulfilled, the è ECO symbol is shown in green in the multifunction display. If not all conditions for automatic engine switch-off ( page 179) are fulfilled, the è ECO symbol is shown in yellow.

  • Page 185: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The on-board voltage is too low because the battery is too weak or start. You cannot hear discharged. the starter motor. Jump-start the vehicle ( page 417). If the engine does not start despite attempts to jump-start it: Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 186 Automatic transmission Engaging park position P automatically DIRECT SELECT lever Park position P is automatically engaged if: Overview of transmission positions you switch off the engine using the key and remove the key you switch off the engine using the key or using the Start/Stop button and open the driver's door or front-passenger door you open the driver's door when the vehicle is...
  • Page 187 Automatic transmission Switch the ignition on. Children could also set the vehicle in motion, Depress the brake pedal and keep it for example by: depressed. releasing the parking brake Shift to neutral N. shifting the automatic transmission out of Release the brake pedal. park position P Release the electric parking brake.

  • Page 188: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles Transmission positions The current transmission position and drive pro- Park position gram appear in the multifunction display. This prevents the vehicle from rolling away when stopped. Only shift the transmission into position P when the vehicle is stationary page 183).
  • Page 189 Automatic transmission Driving tips Changing gear The automatic transmission shifts to the indi- vidual gears automatically when it is in trans- mission position D. Gearshifting is determined the selected drive program ( page 186) the position of the accelerator pedal page 186) the road speed All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi-...

  • Page 190: Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles

    Automatic transmission You can also activate manual drive program M Automatic drive program using the steering wheel gearshift paddles page 187). In manual drive program M, you Automatic drive program E can briefly change gear yourself by using the Drive program E (drive program C on Mercedes- steering wheel gearshift paddles.
  • Page 191 Automatic transmission Activating Gearshift recommendation Shift the transmission to position D. Pull the left or right steering wheel gearshift paddle ( page 187). Manual drive program M is temporarily acti- vated. All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles:) M and the selected gear appear in the multifunction display.
  • Page 192 Automatic transmission Before the engine speed reaches the red area, Manual drive program (Mercedes- an upshift indicator will be shown in the multi- AMG vehicles) function display. General notes When message ; appears in the multifunc- tion display, pull on the right-hand steering In this drive program, you can permanently wheel gearshift paddle.
  • Page 193 Refuelling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.

  • Page 194: Opening The Fuel Filler Flap

    Refuelling Refuelling nozzle. This discharges any electrostatic charge that may have built up. General notes Do not get into the vehicle again during the refu- Observe the important safety notes elling process. Otherwise, electrostatic charge page 190). could build up again. If you unlock/lock the vehicle from the outside, the fuel filler flap also unlocks/locks.

  • Page 195: Problems With The Fuel And Fuel Tank

    Refuelling Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is If you drive at speeds above 2 km/h with the fuel designed for refuelling at diesel filling pumps. filler flap open, the Fuel filler flap open Fuel filler flap open message is shown in the multifunction display.
  • Page 196 This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust Further information about BlueTEC exhaust gas gas aftertreatment system. ® aftertreatment and about AdBlue ® In order to fill the AdBlue tank, the vehicle be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service must be parked on a level surface. The Centre.
  • Page 197 Refuelling The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked auto- ® AdBlue tank can only be filled as intended matically when you unlock or lock the vehicle. with the vehicle parked on a level surface. Fluctuations in capacity will thus be avoided. Switch the ignition off.
  • Page 198 Reseal AdBlue refill canister ; with the cap. ® AdBlue refill bottles are available at many fill- ing stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service ® AdBlue refill canisters are available at many Centre. Refill bottles without a threaded seal filling stations or at a Mercedes-Benz Service ®...

  • Page 199: Charging The High-Voltage Battery (Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles)

    Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Charging the high-voltage battery vehicle or which have been approved for (plug-in hybrid vehicles) this vehicle. Never use a damaged charging cable. Important safety notes Do not use: DANGER extension cables The vehicle's high voltage electrical system is extension reels under high voltage.

  • Page 200: Notes On Battery Care

    Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) High and low outside temperatures The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is under high voltage. Low outside temperatures Do not handle high-voltage components or The maximum performance of the high-voltage the orange cables of the vehicle's high-volt- battery is significantly reduced at very low out- age electrical system.

  • Page 201: Protection Against Overvoltage

    Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Handling the charging cable and charg- tion in the power supply. These functions pro- tect the vehicle. After the building fuse is ing cable controls switched on again, the charging process Do not leave the charging cable controls resumes automatically.

  • Page 202: Indicator Lamp

    Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Stowing the charging cable Controls on charging cable, variant 2 The charging cable can be stowed and held in place in the bag provided in the luggage com- partment of the vehicle. Controls, charging cable variant 1 POWER on-board voltage indicator CHARGING charging process indicator GROUND PRESENT insulation monitoring...
  • Page 203 Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) If the control detects residual current or a mal- Setting the maximum permitted charge current function, the charging process is halted. Once on the charging cable of variant 1 is described the malfunction has been rectified the charging below.
  • Page 204 Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Connecting the charging cable Right indica- tor lamp Ý Ý Flashes The connection between the orange vehicle and the current source is being established before charging begins. Flashes The high-voltage battery is green charging.

  • Page 205: Removing The Charging Cable

    Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Connecting the charging cable Depending on the temperature, the cooling fan and battery cooling system may audibly switch on during the charging process. Removing the charging cable The high-voltage battery is fully charged when: the charge level display reaches 100% in the multifunction display ( page 276)
  • Page 206 Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) the high-voltage battery will be fully charged Close socket cap ;. page 308). Close charge socket flap :. Wallbox without a pre-installed cable: remove Depending on the temperature, the cooling the charging cable connector from the wall- fan and battery cooling system may audibly box socket and stow the charging cable safely switch on during the charging process.
  • Page 207 Charging the high-voltage battery (plug-in hybrid vehicles) Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The vehicle socket is locked. Shift the transmission to position P. Switch the ignition off. The high-voltage battery The Ý indicator lamp on the vehicle socket flashes red. is not being charged.

  • Page 208: Parking

    Parking Parking Switching off the engine Important safety notes Important safety notes WARNING WARNING Flammable material such as leaves, grass or The automatic transmission switches to neu- twigs may ignite if they come into contact with tral position N when you switch off the engine. hot parts of the exhaust system or exhaust The vehicle may roll away.

  • Page 209: Applying Or Releasing Manually

    Parking When the driver's door is closed, this corre- When leaving the vehicle, always take the key sponds to key position 1. When the driver's with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave door is open, this corresponds to key position children unattended in the vehicle.

  • Page 210: Releasing Automatically

    Parking Applying automatically If your seat belt is not fastened, the following conditions must be fulfilled to automatically The electric parking brake is automatically release the electric parking brake: applied when the transmission is in position P the driver's door is closed and: you have shifted out of transmission position the engine is switched off or...
  • Page 211 Driving tips In addition to driving style, the consumption is Driving tips affected by many other factors, such as: General driving tips load tyre pressure WARNING cold start If you switch off the ignition while driving, choice of route safety-relevant functions are only available the use of electrical consumers with limitations, or not at all.

  • Page 212: Driving Tips

    If the brakes have been used only moderately, by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent you should occasionally test their effectiveness. standard of quality To do this, brake more firmly from a higher Other brake discs or brake pads/linings can compromise the safety of your vehicle.

  • Page 213: Driving On Flooded Roads

    The use of brake discs other than those If water has accumulated to a certain depth on approved by Mercedes-Benz may alter track the road surface, there is a danger of aquaplan- width and is subject to approval, if applicable.

  • Page 214: Driving Systems

    There is a risk of critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- fatal injury. nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heating stone on the path towards autonomous driving.

  • Page 215: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems Selecting cruise control Do not use cruise control: in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on smooth or slippery roads. Braking or accel- erating can cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle could then skid when there is poor visibility, e.g.

  • Page 216: Deactivating Cruise Control

    Driving systems Calling up the last speed stored Press the cruise control lever up : for a higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. WARNING Keep the cruise control lever pressed until the desired speed is reached. If you call up the stored speed and it is lower Release the cruise control lever.
  • Page 217 Driving systems Variable SPEEDTRONIC ® ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP you shift the transmission to position N while General notes driving If cruise control is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the Cruise con‐ Cruise con‐ trol off trol off message in the multifunction display...
  • Page 218 Driving systems If there is a change of drivers, advise the new driver of the limit speed stored. Check whether LIM indicator lamp : is on. If it is on, variable SPEEDTRONIC is already selected. If it is not, press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow ;.

  • Page 219: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems suspended suspended message appears in the multifunc- You cannot exceed the stored limit speed, even tion display. if you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kickdown). You can then exceed the stored speed. SPEED- TRONIC is activated again if you: drive slower than the stored speed without DISTRONIC PLUS kickdown...
  • Page 220 Driving systems Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: WARNING in road and traffic conditions which do not DISTRONIC PLUS cannot always clearly rec- allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in ognise other road users and complex traffic heavy traffic or on winding roads conditions.
  • Page 221 Driving systems the driver's door must be closed when you To activate at the current speed/last stored shift from P to D or your seat belt must be speed fastened. To activate or reduce speed the front-passenger door and the rear doors To switch between DISTRONIC PLUS and must be closed.

  • Page 222: Driving With Distronic Plus

    Driving systems If you want to pull away with DISTRONIC accelerates or brakes. If you do not know PLUS: remove your foot from the brake pedal. what the stored speed is, the vehicle may Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards accelerate or brake unexpectedly.
  • Page 223 Driving systems If these conditions are met, your vehicle is accel- Stopping erated. Acceleration will be interrupted if chang- WARNING ing lanes takes too long or if the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked becomes too small.
  • Page 224 Driving systems The electric parking brake secures the vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS maintains to the vehicle in automatically if DISTRONIC PLUS is activated front, dependent on vehicle speed. You can see when the vehicle is stationary and: this distance in the multifunction display page 221).
  • Page 225 Driving systems ments likewise light up if a vehicle in front is Specified minimum distance to the vehicle detected in the fast lane. in front; adjustable Own vehicle For design reasons, the speed displayed in the speedometer may differ slightly from the In the Assistance menu ( page 305) of the on- speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS.

  • Page 226: Narrow Vehicles

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated Vehicles which are not driving in the mid- dle of their lane you apply the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with the elec- tric parking brake ® ® intervenes or you deactivate ESP the transmission is in the P, R or N position you pull the cruise control lever towards you...
  • Page 227 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist Obstructions and stationary vehicles and Stop&Go Pilot General notes DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles. If, for example, the detec- ted vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obsta- cle or stationary vehicle, DISTRONIC PLUS will DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and not brake for these.
  • Page 228 Driving systems towards the edge of the carriageway, your vehi- Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot cannot pro- cle could come into contact with the kerb or vide assistance: other road boundaries. Be particularly aware of on very sharp corners other road users, e.g. cyclists, that are directly when towing a trailer next to your vehicle.

  • Page 229: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Important safety notes Information in the multifunction display WARNING When leaving the vehicle, it can still roll away despite being braked by the HOLD function if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply the HOLD function is deactivated by the If Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are activa- accelerator pedal being depressed, e.g.
  • Page 230 Driving systems Activating the HOLD function The electric parking brake secures the vehicle automatically if the HOLD function is activated, the vehicle is stationary and: a system fault occurs the power supply is insufficient If a malfunction in the electric parking brake occurs, then the transmission may also be shif- ted into position P automatically.
  • Page 231 Driving systems Active Body Control ABC your individual selection, i.e. sports or com- fort Vehicle level the vehicle load the force of the side wind All vehicles except AMG vehicles: depending on the vehicle level that has been set, the vehi- Your selection remains stored even if you cle automatically adjusts its height dependent remove the key from the ignition lock.

  • Page 232: Road Surface Scan

    Driving systems AMG vehicles: the AMG Ride Ride Control Control COM‐ COM‐ AIRMATIC FORT FORT message appears in the multifunction display. General notes AIRMATIC is an air suspension system with var- ROAD SURFACE SCAN iable damping for improved driving comfort. All- round level control ensures the best possible This function is not available in all countries.
  • Page 233 Driving systems All vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles: If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Press button :. If indicator lamp; ; is not lit: press but- Indicator lamp ; lights up. The vehicle is ton :. raised by 30 mm compared to the normal Indicator lamp ;...

  • Page 234: Load Compensation

    Driving systems Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the AMG Ride AMG Ride PARKTRONIC Control COMFORT Control COMFORT message appears in the multifunction display. Important safety notes If the driving speed is higher than 120 km/h, the PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with vehicle is automatically lowered by 10 mm com- ultrasonic sensors.

  • Page 235: Minimum Distance

    Driving systems Range of the sensors Front sensors Centre Approx. 100 cm General notes PARKTRONIC does not take into account obsta- Corners Approx. 60 cm cles located: Rear sensors below the detection range, e.g. persons, ani- mals or objects Centre Approx.
  • Page 236 Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Transmission posi- Warning display tion Front area activated R, N or the vehicle is Rear and front areas activated rolling backwards No areas activated One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- cle's distance from the obstacle.

  • Page 237: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Parking tips: Active Parking Assist on narrow roads, drive as closely as possible General notes past the parking space. parking spaces that are littered or overgrown Active Parking Assist is an electronic parking aid might be identified or measured incorrectly. with ultrasound.
  • Page 238 Driving systems Active Parking Assist will only detect parking If objects are located above the detection spaces: range, stop and deactivate Active Parking parallel or at right angles to the direction of Assist. travel For further information on the detection range that are parallel to the direction of travel and page 232).
  • Page 239 Driving systems Park Assist active Accelerate Park Assist active Accelerate There is a risk of an accident. and brake and brake Observe surroundings Observe surroundingsmes- Before leaving the vehicle, always secure it sage appears in the multifunction display. against rolling away. You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before When PARKTRONIC detects obstacles,...
  • Page 240 Driving systems Exiting a parking space surroundings surroundingsmessage appears in the mul- tifunction display. In order that Active Parking Assist can support You will achieve the best results by waiting you when exiting the parking space: for the steering procedure to complete before the border of the parking space must be high pulling away.
  • Page 241 Driving systems If a system malfunction occurs, the vehicle is if the camera lens mists up, e.g. when driving braked to a standstill. To drive on, depress the into a heated garage in winter, causing a rapid accelerator pedal again. change in temperature.
  • Page 242 Driving systems The image from the reversing camera is avail- Yellow guide line for the vehicle width able throughout the manoeuvring process. including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic) To switch the function mode for vehicles Yellow lane marking the course the tyres will with trailer tow hitch:using the controller, take at the current steering wheel angle select symbol : for the "Reverse parking"...
  • Page 243 Driving systems active or light up correspondingly in the multi- Reverse perpendicular parking with the media system. steering wheel at an angle "Reverse parking" function Reversing straight into a parking space without turning the steering wheel Parking space marking Yellow guide line for the vehicle width including the exterior mirrors, for current steering wheel angle (dynamic) Drive past the parking space and bring the...
  • Page 244 Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function White guide line at current steering wheel angle Vehicle centre point on the yellow guide line Parking space marking at a distance of approximately 1.0 m from Turn the steering wheel to the centre position the rear of the vehicle while the vehicle is stationary.

  • Page 245: Object Detection

    Driving systems apply to objects that are at the same level as 360° camera (surround view) the ball coupling. General notes Reverse carefully, making sure that trailer drawbar locating aid ; points approximately The 360° camera is a camera system that con- in the direction of trailer drawbar =.
  • Page 246 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC The cameras in the front and in the rear area are is active each protected by a flap. These flaps are opened when the 360° camera is activated. Observe the yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is notes on cleaning ( page 403).
  • Page 247 Driving systems full-screen view with image from the front The 180° option is only available in the fol- camera lowing views: full-screen view with image from the revers- Top view with image from the reversing ing camera camera To switch off: press button : again. Top view with image from the front camera Switching on the 360°...
  • Page 248 Driving systems Guide line for the maximum steering angle Yellow lane marking the course the tyres will take at the current steering wheel angle Yellow lane marking the course the tyres will (dynamic) take at the current steering wheel angle (dynamic) Red guide line at a distance of approximately 0.30 m from the front of the vehicle...
  • Page 249 Driving systems apply to objects that are at the same level as You can also select the side camera setting the ball coupling. for the rear-facing view. Reverse carefully, making sure trailer drawbar locating aid ; points approximately in the "Coupling up a trailer"...

  • Page 250: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Displaying the attention level symbol in the display and then confirming with the COMAND controller. ATTENTION ASSIST General notes ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, monotonous journeys such as on motorways and trunk roads. It is active in the 60 km/h to 200 km/h speed range.
  • Page 251 Driving systems corresponds to the last selection activated with multifunction camera : attached at the (standard/sensitive). top of the windscreen. The data and general traffic regulations stored in the navigation sys- tem are also used to determine the current Warning in the multifunction display speed limit.

  • Page 252: Instrument Cluster Display

    Driving systems Important safety notes Speed limit with unknown restriction Traffic Sign Assist is only an aid and is not always able to correctly display speed limits and over- taking restrictions. Traffic signs always have pri- ority over the Traffic Sign Assist display. The system may be either functionally impaired or temporarily unavailable if: visibility is poor, e.g.
  • Page 253 Driving systems End of an overtaking restriction No entry (wrong-way warning) Warning message in the instrument cluster A maximum permitted speed of 60 km/h (wrong-way warning) (60 mph) : applies. The overtaking restriction no longer applies ;. The traffic sign for signal- If no entry signs are passed, a warning message ling the end of an overtaking restriction is dis- is displayed in the instrument cluster should...

  • Page 254: Pedestrian Recognition

    Driving systems In addition, an infrared camera is integrated into the camera system no longer recognises the radiator trim :. The camera helps detect pedestrians as persons due to special cloth- pedestrians and animals. Observe the notes on ing or other objects cleaning the infrared camera ( page 404).

  • Page 255: Spotlight Function

    Driving systems Animal recognition stationary and cannot check whether Night View Assist Plus is working. The infrared Animals can be recognised in the following sit- headlamps are deactivated at speeds below uations: 5 km/h. The Night View image continues to darkness be displayed until you deactivate it by press- outside built-up areas...

  • Page 256: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems In the light menu, select the spotlight function Pedestrian symbol : in the assistance graphic of Night View Assist Plus ( page 310). indicates the status of the spotlight function. If the symbol is displayed not filled in, the function The spotlight function does not flash at animals.
  • Page 257 Driving systems draws your attention to vehicles detected in the Monitoring range monitored area. If you then switch on the cor- WARNING responding turn signal to change lanes, you will also receive a visual and audible collision warn- Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all ing.

  • Page 258: Warning Display

    Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: assistance display changes to green ;. Active Blind Spot Assist is then ready for use. warnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid lane Visual and acoustic collision warning borders If you switch on the turn signals to change lanes...
  • Page 259 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist The course-correcting brake application is avail- able in the speed range between 30 km/h and 200 km/h. General notes Either a course-correcting brake application appropriate to the driving situation, or none at all, may occur if: there are vehicles or obstacles, e.g.
  • Page 260 Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: There is a risk of an accident. you approach the outer lane marking on a Always pay particular attention to the traffic bend situation and keep within the lane, especially the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a motorway if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you.
  • Page 261 Driving systems If a lane-correcting brake application occurs, A lane-correcting brake application is interrup- display : appears in the multifunction display. ted automatically if: The brake application also slightly reduces driv- a driving safety system intervenes, such as ing speed. ®...

  • Page 262: Hybrid Operation

    HYBRID operation you have switched on the turn signals. In high. When the vehicle is stationary, the com- this event, the warnings are suppressed for bustion engine is usually switched off. Conse- a certain period of time. quently, there is usually no engine idling as with combustion engine vehicles.
  • Page 263 HYBRID operation Vehicles with an electric motor generate signif- This requires you to adopt a particularly antici- icantly less noise than vehicles with internal patory driving style, as it is necessary to allow combustion engines. As a result, your vehicle for the possibility that other road users may may not be heard by other road users in certain behave unpredictably.

  • Page 264: Instrument Cluster

    HYBRID operation Instrument cluster Recuperative Brake System warning lamp ( page 353) Electric motor power display ( page 261) Charge level display for high-voltage battery ( page 262) This shows the electric output from the elec- Displays and operation tric motor, e.g. during electric operation or in boost mode.

  • Page 265: Operating The On-Board Computer

    HYBRID operation Energy flow display been exhausted. The mechanical brakes are activated. Overview Operating the on-board computer You can display the current operating condition of the hybrid drive system in the multifunction display and the multimedia system display page 262). In the multimedia system display, you can also call up a graphic display of the fuel consumption and generated electricity (...
  • Page 266 HYBRID operation Engine running while the vehicle is sta- Driving using the internal combustion tionary engine The combustion engine is running while the The internal combustion engine powers the vehicle is stationary. The high-voltage battery is vehicle. not being charged. The arrows for the energy flow are shown in The arrows for the energy flow are not shown.
  • Page 267 HYBRID operation The internal combustion engine powers the battery is intentionally kept low or intentionally vehicle. The electric motor is being operated as reduced. an alternator, e.g. in overrun mode and when The arrows for the energy flow are shown in braking ( page 268).
  • Page 268 HYBRID operation Displaying the total range The approximate range is based on the current driving style. Use Ñ on the steering wheel to call up the list of menus. Press the : or 9 button on the steering wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.

  • Page 269: Pulling Away

    HYBRID operation For further information on pulling away Starting the vehicle page 178). READY indicator Driving Program selector button Automatic drive programs E and S Switch the ignition on. Depress the brake pedal. Observe the notes on starting the engine page 177).

  • Page 270: Driving Tips

    HYBRID operation In manual drive program M, you can briefly Acceleration change gear yourself by using the steering Depending on the operating mode, pulling away wheel gearshift paddles. The transmission must and driving under low load conditions are per- be in position D. Electric-only operation is not formed: possible in manual drive program M.

  • Page 271: Eco Start/Stop Function

    HYBRID operation Depending on the characteristics of the route, The internal combustion engine will not be there may be a lot of recuperated energy avail- switched off automatically, if: able. This reduces consumption and emissions. the self-diagnosis function of the engine con- trol unit is still active Driving on the motorway there is a malfunction in the hybrid drive sys-...
  • Page 272 HYBRID operation The extended overrun mode will be deactivated By this means, the electric motor consumes again if: more stored energy for traction and in turn allows as much braking energy as possible to be the combustion engine starts recuperated on the downhill stretch. The recov- you depress the brake pedal ered energy is then stored in the high-voltage battery.
  • Page 273 HYBRID operation Hybrid mode problems Internal combustion engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot start the For example, self-diagnosis is not yet complete or the hybrid drive internal combustion system is malfunctioning. engine. The multifunc- Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. tion display shows no Try to start the internal combustion engine again.

  • Page 274: Plug-In Hybrid Operation

    PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Hybrid drive system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hybrid drive system You have been in an accident. has been switched off The hybrid drive system remains switched off if: automatically. the internal combustion engine cannot be restarted after a few seconds.
  • Page 275 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Observe the notes on the READY display of the helps other road users, particularly pedestrians ECO start/stop function ( page 283). and cyclists, to hear your vehicle better. The sound can also be heard inside the vehicle. Vehicles with an electric motor generate signif- icantly less noise than vehicles with internal The volume depends on the engine speed.
  • Page 276 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Instrument cluster Recuperative Brake System warning lamp ( page 353) Electric motor power display ( page 273) Charge level display for high-voltage battery ( page 276) Driving mode display ( page 274) Electric range This shows the electric output from the elec- Displays and operation tric motor, e.g.
  • Page 277 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation This shows the recuperated energy which is HYBRID Electric operation mode stored in the high-voltage battery as electrical or driving with the inter- energy. nal combustion engine is When the display reaches lower limit ?, the possible maximum recuperative braking power has Automatic selection of been exhausted.

  • Page 278: Power Meter

    PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation E-SAVE Electric operation mode or driving with the inter- nal combustion engine is possible Automatic selection of drive mode with electric operation mode as often as possible The current charge status of the high-voltage bat- tery is maintained so the electrical energy can be The power meter is divided into the following used at a later time...

  • Page 279: Operating The On-Board Computer

    PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Energy flow display The electric motor supports the combustion engine by providing additional torque when: Overview the needle has exceeded area A you press the haptic accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point and want to obtain more power Operating the on-board computer You can display the current operating condition of the hybrid drive system in the multifunction...
  • Page 280 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Engine running while the vehicle is sta- Driving using the internal combustion tionary engine The combustion engine is running while the The internal combustion engine powers the vehicle is stationary. The high-voltage battery is vehicle. not being charged. The arrows for the energy flow are shown in The arrows for the energy flow are not shown.
  • Page 281 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation The internal combustion engine powers the battery is intentionally kept low or intentionally vehicle. The electric motor is being operated as reduced. an alternator, e.g. in overrun mode and when The arrows for the energy flow are shown in braking ( page 283).
  • Page 282 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation Displaying the total range and electrical Charging the high-voltage battery when stationary range The internal combustion engine and the electric The approximate range is based on the current motor are switched off. driving style. The arrows for the energy flow are not shown. Use Ñ...

  • Page 283: Starting The Vehicle

    PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation To select Consumption Consumption: turn and press the controller. Fuel consumption : and electrical energy generated ; for the last 15 minutes are shown in the COMAND display. Further information on pulling away Starting the vehicle page 178). The vehicle starts in electric mode without the internal combustion engine (noiseless start).

  • Page 284: Manual Drive Program

    PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation The program selector button allows you to Activating when driving with the electric motor: choose between different driving characteris- Pull the left or right steering wheel gearshift tics. paddle ( page 187). The combustion engine is switched on. Man- E Economy Comfortable, economical ual drive program M is temporarily activated.
  • Page 285 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation After the accelerator pedal has been released, and stores the recuperated energy in the the coasting characteristics of the vehicle are high-voltage battery. adapted to the traffic conditions When braking gently, the electric motor To avoid getting too close to the vehicle in front, increases the deceleration of the vehicle.
  • Page 286 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation ECO start/stop function Automatic engine start The internal combustion engine, which has been General notes automatically switched-off, starts automatically in certain situations, when: The ECO start/stop function switches the inter- nal combustion engine off automatically when the power demand from the driver via the the vehicle stops moving and at high speeds accelerator pedal is greater than the electric page 283).
  • Page 287 PLUG‑IN HYBRID operation The use of electric energy is automatically opti- active route guidance is activated mally distributed from the beginning to the end suitable map data is available of the journey, using information about the When the route-based operating strategy is route.

  • Page 288: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Recuperative Brake System Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Braking resistance is Risk of accident reduced and brake pedal The Recuperative Brake System is malfunctioning. travel is greater than usual. Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction dis- play ( page 312).

  • Page 289: Driving Tips

    Towing a trailer To avoid hazardous situations: The vehicle/trailer combination: make sure to check the noseweight before is heavier each journey is restricted in its acceleration and gradient- use a drawbar noseweight as close as possi- climbing capability ble to the maximum noseweight has an increased braking distance do not exceed the maximum permissible is affected more by strong crosswinds...

  • Page 290: Towing A Trailer

    There is a risk of an bed maximum speed in the relevant country. accident. For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- mum permissible rear axle load is increased Always engage the ball coupling as described. when towing a trailer. See the "Technical data"...
  • Page 291 Towing a trailer Active Blind Spot Assist or Lane Keeping Assist also depends on this. Uncoupling a trailer WARNING If you uncouple a trailer with an engaged over- run brake, you could trap your hand between the vehicle and the trailer drawbar. This poses a risk of injury.

  • Page 292: Folding In The Ball Coupling

    Towing a trailer Folding in the ball coupling WARNING If you release the ball coupling or it does not engage correctly when folding in, it will swing out. Within pivoting range of the ball coupling, there is an increased risk of an accident and injury.
  • Page 293 Towing a trailer To ensure reliable operation of the failure indi- cator, each LED chain in the trailer lighting must be guaranteed a minimum current of 50 mA. Trailer with 7-pin connector General notes Trailer with 7-pin connector: you can connect to the 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if necessary, an adapter cable.

  • Page 294: Useful Information

    Displays and operation Useful information restrictions relevant to safety. The operating safety of your vehicle may be impaired. There This Owner's Manual describes all models, is a risk of an accident. series and optional equipment for your vehi- Drive on carefully. Have the vehicle checked cle that were available at the time of going to at a qualified specialist workshop immedi- press.

  • Page 295: Outside Temperature Display

    Displays and operation instrument cluster switches from rev counter to Operating the on-board computer wattmeter ( page 273). Outside temperature display You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Bear in mind that the outside temperature dis- play indicates the measured air temperature and not the road surface temperature.

  • Page 296: Multifunction Display

    Displays and operation Multifunction display In all menus: confirms the selected entry in the list In the Radio Radio Media Media menu: opens the list of available radio sources or media In the Telephone Telephone menu: switches to the phone book and starts dial- ling the selected number ñ...

  • Page 297: Head-Up Display

    Displays and operation --- mph --- mph Additional speedometer the general light conditions page 311) sunglasses with polarisation filters 120 km/h! 120 km/h! Maximum permissible speed wet road surfaces exceeded (only for certain countries) blocking of sunlight by objects on the display cover In the event of extreme sunlight, sections of the Head-up display...
  • Page 298 Displays and operation Navigation messages Current speed Cruise control, SPEEDTRONIC or DISTRONIC PLUS set speed Detected instructions and traffic signs AMG displays in the head-up display AMG displays are only available in Mercedes-AMG vehicles. The head-up display shows the following contents and information: Upshift indicator Currently selected gear, gearshift options when shifting manually Current engine speed...

  • Page 299: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Setting options Trip menu You can make the following settings in the head- Standard display up display submenu: Adjust the position of the head-up display on the windscreen ( page 309) Adjust the brightness of the displays in the head-up display ( page 309) Select displays in the head-up display...
  • Page 300 Menus and submenus Trip computer "From start" or "From Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. reset" Press : or 9 to select the display with approximate range : and current fuel con- sumption ;. Approximate range : that can be covered is calculated according to your current driving style and the amount of fuel in the tank.

  • Page 301: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer "From reset" trip computer ECO display If you reset the values in the "ECO display", the values in the "From start" trip computer are also reset. If you reset the values in the "From start" trip computer, the values in the "ECO display"...

  • Page 302: Route Guidance Active

    Menus and submenus Route guidance active Recommended lane B: in this lane you will be able to complete the next change of direction and the one after that. No change of direction announced Change of direction without lane recom- mendation Distance to the next destination Estimated arrival time Distance to the next change of direction...
  • Page 303 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- The multifunction display shows station ; with station frequency or station name. The preset tion system position is only displayed along with station ; if this has been stored. You can store radio sta- tions in the multimedia system.
  • Page 304 Menus and submenus You can change the media source and playback Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to mode (audio, video or TV) at any time in the select the Media Media menu. Media Media menu. Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel.
  • Page 305 Menus and submenus Switch on the multimedia system (see sepa- Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to rate operating instructions). select the Media Media menu. Press the ò button on the steering wheel Confirm by pressing a on the steering to open the menu list.
  • Page 306 Internet at http://www.mercedes- appears with the next or previous letter initial benz.com/connect letter in the alphabet. at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre Rapid scrolling stops when you release the button or reach the end of the list. Accepting a call...
  • Page 307 Menus and submenus Press the 6 button to switch to the redial Service menu memory. Introduction Press : or 9 to select the desired name or number. Press the 6 or a button to start dial- ling. To exit the redial memory: press the ~ or % button.

  • Page 308: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Displaying the coolant temperature Assistance submenu Coolant Coolant menu is only available on HYBRID ® Deactivating/activating ESP or PLUG‑IN HYBRID vehicles. Observe the "Important safety notes" section in Press ò on the steering wheel to open the ®...
  • Page 309 Menus and submenus Automatic activation of Night View Assist Activating/deactivating COLLISION PRE- Plus VENTION ASSIST PLUS Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings...
  • Page 310 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind Spot Activating/deactivating Active Lane Assist Keeping Assist Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Settings...
  • Page 311 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering Press : or 9 to set the minutes. wheel. Press a to confirm. If you recharge the high-voltage battery, the Press : or 9 to select the Hybrid Hybrid submenu. multifunction display shows the expected charge status of the high-voltage battery for Press a to confirm.
  • Page 312 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select the desired dis- Press : or 9 to select the Brightness Brightness play. function. Press the a button to confirm the selec- Press the a button to save the setting. tion. Press : or 9 to adjust the brightness to a level from Level...
  • Page 313 Menus and submenus Switching the spotlight function on or off Press ò on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press ò on the steering wheel to open the Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to menu list. select the Settings Settings...
  • Page 314 Menus and submenus The selected unit of measurement for distance Press : or 9 to select the Vehicle Vehicle applies to the: submenu. Press a to confirm. speedometer Press : or 9 to select the Limit Limit digital speedometer in the Trip Trip menu...

  • Page 315: Display Messages

    Display messages ture ? and A are displayed in white in the AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) multifunction display. WARMUP If the multifunction display shows oil temper- ature ? or A in blue, the engine or the transmission are not yet at normal operating temperature.

  • Page 316: Hiding Display Messages

    Display messages When you stop and park the vehicle, please observe the notes on: HOLD function ( page 226) Parking ( page 205) Hiding display messages Press a or % on the steering wheel. The multifunction display hides the display message. The multifunction display shows high-priority display messages in red.

  • Page 317: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Program), ® BAS (Brake Assist), PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ ® trailer stabilisation, Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake lights, ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐...
  • Page 318 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilise the vehicle. There is an increased danger of skidding and risk of an accident.
  • Page 319 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® ® , BAS, PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ESP trailer stabilisation, Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake lights, STEER CON- currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ TROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐...
  • Page 320 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, ® ® PRE‑SAFE , HOLD function, hill start assist, ESP trailer stabilisation, ÷ Crosswind Assist, adaptive brake lights, STEER CONTROL, Active Lane Keeping Assist and Active Blind Spot Assist are unavailable due to a inoperative inoperative See...
  • Page 321 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red ! indicator lamp are lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 322 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red ! indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 323 The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Check Check brake brake pad pad wear wear One or more main features of the Mercedes-Benz Contact system are malfunctioning. Inoperative Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Collision Preven‐ Collision Preven‐...
  • Page 324 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE Functions PRE-SAFE Functions ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. currently limited currently limited Possible causes: See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual The function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. The radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 325 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Radar Radar sensors sensors dirty dirty At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety systems See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual is temporarily restricted or inoperative: ® PRE-SAFE PLUS ®...
  • Page 326 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat belt buckle extender on the right or left of the rear compart- ment is not in the predefined position. The seat belt buckle extender may be jammed. WARNING If the seat belt buckle extender is not in the predefined position, the seat belt cannot provide the intended level of protection.
  • Page 327 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Restraint sys. mal‐ Restraint sys. mal‐ WARNING function Consult function Consult workshop workshop The airbags or belt tensioners may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 328 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the rear centre. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Rear centre centre malfunc‐ malfunc‐ WARNING tion Consult work‐ tion Consult work‐...
  • Page 329 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is disabled during the journey airbag airbag disabled disabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the weight the system detects may be too low.
  • Page 330 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front-passenger Front-passenger The front-passenger front airbag is enabled during the journey airbag enabled See airbag enabled See although: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is not occupied The system may detect objects or forces that are adding to the weight...
  • Page 331 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Further information on the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation feature ( page 55). Lights Vehicles with LED light bulbs in the light clusters: The display message for the corresponding lamp only appears when all the LEDs in the lamp have failed.

  • Page 332: Front Right

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Left mirror indica‐ Left mirror indica‐ Right mirror Right mirror indicator indicator The left- or right-hand brake lamp is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 333 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The active light function is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Active Light Light System System inoperative inoperative The Intelligent Light System is faulty. The lights remain available with- out the Intelligent Light System.
  • Page 334 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Top up coolant See Top up coolant See cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Owner’s Manual Owner’s Manual Top up the coolant, observing the warning notes before doing so...
  • Page 335 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The battery is not being charged. A warning tone also sounds. See Owner's Manual See Owner's Manual Possible causes: faulty alternator defective power electronics (HYBRID or PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles) torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Do not continue driving.
  • Page 336 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. A warning tone also sounds. Check Check eng. eng. oil oil lev. lev. Avoid long journeys when there is too little coolant in the cooling when when next next refuelling...
  • Page 337 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Vehicles with a diesel engine: there is water in the fuel filter. The water must be drained off. Clean the fuel fil‐ Clean the fuel fil‐ Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Ø...
  • Page 338 Display messages Hybrid drive system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: You are leaving the vehicle when it is in a ready-to-drive state. The Vehicle is opera‐ Vehicle is opera‐ READY indicator in the multifunction display is on. A warning tone also tional Switch off tional Switch off sounds.
  • Page 339 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: Only E-MODE availa‐ Only E-MODE availa‐ ble Power limited ble Power limited The fuel tank has been run dry and the combustion engine has been Refuel immediately Refuel immediately switched off.
  • Page 340 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone also ATTENTION ASSIST: ATTENTION ASSIST: sounds.
  • Page 341 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ABC Malfunction ABC Malfunction The Active Body Control (ABC) vehicle level is too low. Stop vehicle Stop vehicle Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 342 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Active Lane Lane Keeping Keeping Active Lane Keeping Assist is faulty. Assist inoperative Assist inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Possible causes:...
  • Page 343 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Parking Assist is unavailable or faulty. Switch off the ignition and restart the engine. If Active Parking Assist continues to be unavailable (the j symbol is not shown in the multifunction display): Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 344 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Traffic Traffic Sign Sign Assist Assist Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily inoperative. currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ Possible causes: ble See See Owner's Owner's Man‐ Man‐ The windscreen is dirty in the camera's field of vision. Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 345 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS PLUS inop‐ inop‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is faulty. erative erative The following may have also failed: BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist ® PRE-SAFE Brake Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 346 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions SPEEDTRONIC suspen‐ SPEEDTRONIC suspen‐ If you depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point (kick- down), SPEEDTRONIC is switched to passive mode. The speed limitation is not active. Drive slower than the stored speed and without kickdown. Call up the last speed stored again.
  • Page 347 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre Tyre pressure pressure Check Check The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss tyres tyres in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tyres or fitted new wheels and tyres the tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped WARNING...
  • Page 348 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check tyre(s) Check tyre(s) The tyre pressure in one or more tyres has dropped significantly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Underinflated tyres pose the following risks: the tyres may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase...
  • Page 349 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tyre pressure sensor of one or several missing missing wheels. The pressure of the affected tyre is not displayed in the mul- tifunction display.
  • Page 350 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Without changing Without changing You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. gear, consult work‐ gear, consult work‐ A warning tone also sounds. shop shop If transmission position D is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position D.
  • Page 351 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The bonnet is open. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The open bonnet may then block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 352 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front-passenger seat cannot be moved from the chauffeur Front-passenger Front-passenger mode position into the normal position. There is a malfunction. seat cannot be seat cannot be used. used. Visit Visit workshop workshop The front passenger head restraint is folded down and can no longer...
  • Page 353 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions & The auxiliary heating is temporarily malfunctioning or faulty. When the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled inoperative inoperative See See Own‐ Own‐ down, make up to four attempts to switch on the auxiliary heating, er's Man.

  • Page 354: General Notes

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The key is currently undetected. Change the location of the key in the vehicle. Key not detected Key not detected If the key still cannot be detected: (white display message) Insert the key into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired posi- tion.
  • Page 355 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety Seat belts Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ü N Only for certain countries: the red seat belt warning lamp lights up for 6 seconds after the engine starts.
  • Page 356 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: The yellow RBS (Recuperative Brake System) warning lamp is on. In addition, a warning tone may sound.
  • Page 357 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the red brake system warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.
  • Page 358 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.
  • Page 359 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow ABS warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.
  • Page 360 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp J÷ ® N The red brake warning lamp, the yellow ESP warning lamp and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is running. HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the red brake system warning lamp, the ®...
  • Page 361 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ® HYBRID and PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles: the yellow ESP warning lamp is shown in the READY driving status.
  • Page 362 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit. Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display.
  • Page 363 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant temperature gauge is at the beginning of the cold range. The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is faulty.
  • Page 364 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunctioning.
  • Page 365 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g. by frozen slush. At coolant temperatures below 125 †, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 366 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tyres Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The yellow tyre pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss or malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.
  • Page 367 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering assistance is faulty. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Page 368: Useful Information

    Load restraints are available at any qualified cially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz of poisoning. Service Centre. Always switch off the engine before opening the boot lid.
  • Page 369 Stowage areas To lock: insert the emergency key element Close the lockable stowage spaces before into the lock and turn it 90° clockwise to starting a journey. position 2. Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- To unlock: insert the emergency key element ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in into the lock and turn it 90°...
  • Page 370 Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the doors To open: slide cover on chrome element : backwards. You can store items such as a rolled up fluores- To close: briefly press the roughened surface cent jacket and a small umbrella in stowage beneath chrome element :.
  • Page 371 Stowage areas Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer seats: Stowage box in the rear seat backrest To open: fold down the seat armrest. Pull up on handle : and fold the armrest upwards. Stowage compartment in the rear-com- partment centre console Vehicles with a rear bench seat: To open: fold down the rear armrest.

  • Page 372: Folding Table

    Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, a DVD Skibag player is installed instead of a stowage com- partment. Important safety notes Folding table WARNING WARNING The skibag in conjunction with the lashing straps cannot restrain any objects other than If the folding table is folded out while the vehi- skis.
  • Page 373 Stowage areas Unfolding the skibag and loading skis Vehicles with a rear bench seat Vehicles with a rear bench seat Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer seats Release the Velcro fasteners on skibag :. Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer seats Pull skibag : into the vehicle interior and Vehicles with electrically adjustable unfold it.
  • Page 374 Stowage areas Take the skis carefully out of the skibag from the boot. Close the flap in the boot. Fold up the skibag using the folding aid and close it with the Velcro fasteners. Put the skibag into the backrest. Fold the cover back up.
  • Page 375 Stowage areas Boot Fold out hook = on the underside of the boot floor. Vehicles without PLUG-IN HYBRID operation Clip hook = into groove ?. Vehicles with PLUG-IN HYBRID operation To close: unclip hook = from groove ?. There are four or two luggage net hooks in the Fasten hook = to the bracket on the under- boot (vehicles with PLUG-IN HYBRID operation).

  • Page 376: Attaching The Roof Carrier

    Close the lockable stowage spaces before panorama sliding sunroof. starting a journey. If a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz Always stow and secure heavy, hard, poin- makes contact with the panorama sliding sun- ted, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky objects in roof, the sunroof will lower slightly but remain the boot.
  • Page 377 Features Cup holders in the front centre console To fold in: remove the container. The cup holder folds in automatically. To close: slide cup holder : or ; back until it engages. Vehicles with electrically adjustable rear bench seats To open: open the stowage compartment page 366).
  • Page 378 Features Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Make sure that the cup holder insert has page 175). been inserted into the recess correctly. Oth- erwise, the wooden trim on the rear seat arm- To switch on the cooling function: press rest could be damaged.
  • Page 379 Features Make sure that the roller sunblind can move Roller sunblinds in the rear side win- freely. Otherwise, the roller sunblind or other dows objects could be damaged. At temperatures below Ò20 † the roller sunblind cannot be operated. Extending/retracting from the driver's seat Front left Front right...
  • Page 380 Features To retract: press switch : beyond the point The ashtray is located in the stowage compart- ment in the rear door. To use it, you can place it of resistance and let go. in a cup holder or hold it in your hand. The roller sunblind retracts fully.
  • Page 381 Features Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment Sys- tem: page 175). To open: briefly press marking =. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock Stowage compartment ; opens. page 175).
  • Page 382 Features Socket in the front centre console Vehicles with a Rear Seat Entertainment Sys- tem: To open: briefly press marking =. To open: briefly press the top of cover ;. Stowage compartment : opens. The compartment opens. Lift up the cover of socket ;. Lift up the cover of socket :.
  • Page 383 Features Socket in the boot Note that work and repairs on the 230 V power socket should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel. General notes The 230 V power socket provides an alternating voltage of 230 V so that small electronic devices can be connected.
  • Page 384 Features Open the armrest ( page 368). Lightly press the lid of the socket compart- ment. The socket compartment opens. To switch on: switch the ignition on. Open flap =. Insert the plug of the electronic device into 230 V power socket :. Indicator lamp ;...

  • Page 385: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System

    An indicator lamp in the button lights up. To switch cooling level to high: press but- ton ; twice. Mercedes-Benz emergency call sys- Both indicator lamps in the button light up. To switch off cooling: press button ; Information on these requirements can be found repeatedly until the indicator lamps go out.

  • Page 386: Info Call Button

    You will see a message if: prompts you to confirm the data transmis- sion. After confirmation, the required vehicle a connection to the Mercedes-Benz emer- data is transmitted. During data transmission, gency call centre cannot be made you will see a corresponding symbol in the a call has not been automatically forwarded display.

  • Page 387: General Notes

    Features Connecting call Connecting call message appears in Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an the multifunction display. The audio system is approved exterior aerial. This ensures: muted. optimal mobile phone reception quality in the Only in certain countries: a voice message...

  • Page 388: Important Safety Notes

    Features function of the garage door system's remote ® In order to use Bluetooth (SAP profile) on your control. Please also read the operating instruc- telephone module, you must first insert the tele- tions for the garage door system. phone module into the pre-installed fitting. This connects it to the exterior aerial.

  • Page 389: Problems When Programming

    Features Several attempts may be required. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying another position. Synchronising the rolling code Observe the "Important safety notes" page 385). If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronise the garage door system with the integrated garage door opener in the rear-view mirror.

  • Page 390: Clearing The Memory

    Features When programming, hold remote control A Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock at varying distances and angles from the but- page 175). ton which you are programming. Try various Press and hold buttons ; and ?. angles at a distance between 5and 20 cm or The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow at the same angle but at varying distances.
  • Page 391 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) DE (Ger- Article 6 of Directive IC (Canary 000438/2005, many) 1999/5/EC R&TTE 7519301 Islands) 000439/2005 29 April 05 000440/2005, MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 000441/2005 000445/2005, EE (Estonia)
  • Page 392 Features Country Radio type approval num- Country Radio type approval num- Frequency range (MHz) Frequency range (MHz) LV (Latvia) Article 6 of Directive SK (Slovakia) Article 6 of Directive 1999/5/EC R&TTE 1999/5/EC R&TTE 27.4-1B-1609 26 April 06 Slovak MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 206/11/2005 4 May 05 MHz: 27, 40, 433, 868 MC (Monaco) Article 6 of Directive...

  • Page 393: Floor Mats

    Features ating and road safety of the vehicle. There is a Country Radio type approval num- risk of an accident. Frequency range (MHz) Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that they do not get into the driver's footwell. MQ (Martini- Article 6 of Directive Always fit the floormats securely and as pre-...
  • Page 394 Features In order to operate radio-controlled equipment, e.g. toll systems, areas : on the windscreen are permeable to radio waves. You can install radio-controlled devices in these areas. These areas can best be seen from outside the vehicle by observing the light reflected off the windscreen.

  • Page 395: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING There are moving components in the engine This Owner's Manual describes all models, compartment. Certain components may con- series and optional equipment for your vehi- tinue to move or suddenly move again even cle that were available at the time of going to after the ignition has been switched off, e.g.
  • Page 396 Engine compartment Resetting Make sure that the windscreen wipers are not folded away from the windscreen. Other- WARNING wise, you could damage the windscreen wip- Certain components in the engine compart- ers or the bonnet. ment could be very hot, e.g. the engine, the radiator and parts of the exhaust system.

  • Page 397: Engine Oil Level

    Engine compartment ilar. Doing so can cause the Onboard Diagnos- radiator and parts of the exhaust system. tics System to display inaccurate values. Some There is a risk of injury when accessing the of these values are legally required and must engine compartment.
  • Page 398 Mercedes-Benz Specifications WARNING for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz If engine oil comes into contact with hot com- Service Centre. ponents in the engine compartment, it may ignite.
  • Page 399 Engine compartment Damage to the engine or exhaust system is There is a risk of injury when accessing the caused by the following: engine compartment. using engine oils and oil filters that have not As far as possible, allow the engine to cool been specifically approved for the service down and only touch the components descri- system...

  • Page 400: Assyst Plus

    ;. If necessary, top up with coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as To open: pull cap : upwards by the tab.

  • Page 401: Displaying Service Messages

    If you notify a qualified spe- A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a cialist workshop of this display, you will receive Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the a statement on the associated costs. ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out.

  • Page 402: Care

    Do not remove the key from the ignition Use care products and cleaning agents recom- lock. Do not open the driver's door when mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. the engine is switched off or at very low speeds. Otherwise, when in transmission...

  • Page 403: Washing By Hand

    If the key is within the rear detection range Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car of KEYLESS-GO, the following situations, for shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. example, could lead to the boot lid opening Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- unintentionally: tle jet of water.

  • Page 404: Cleaning The Windows

    Use only insect remover and car shampoo from magnetic plates or similar items the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care to painted surfaces. You could otherwise products. damage the paintwork. Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected by...

  • Page 405: Cleaning The Wiper Blades

    There agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows. cleaning cloths.
  • Page 406 Care Cleaning the reversing camera Do not clean the camera lens and the area around the reversing camera with a high-pres- sure cleaner. Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and that the key is in position 2 in the ignition lock. To open the cover of the 360°...
  • Page 407 Clean the display surface using a commer- cially available microfibre cloth and TFT/LCD Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product display cleaner. tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Dry the display surface using a dry microfibre cloth. Cleaning the trailer tow hitch...

  • Page 408: Cleaning The Seat Covers

    Cleaning the camera in the radiator trim selector lever Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use leather care agents that have been recom- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning wooden trim and trim ele- ments Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents such as tar remover, wheel cleaners, polishes or waxes.

  • Page 409: Cleaning The Seat Belts

    Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the roof lining and carpets Roof lining: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 410: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Useful information This Owner's Manual describes all models, series and optional equipment for your vehi- cle that were available at the time of going to press. National variations are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all of the functions described.
  • Page 411 Where will I find...? The maximum load bearing capacity of the jack can be found on the adhesive label on the jack. The jack is maintenance-free. If there is a malfunction, please contact a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit The fire extinguisher is located in the stowage compartment underneath the driver's seat.

  • Page 412: Flat Tyre

    Flat tyre Wheel wrench Flat tyre Jack Preparing the vehicle Ratchet Tyre inflation compressor Your vehicle may be equipped with: Towing eye tyres with run-flat characteristics (MOExtended tyres) ( page 410) The tyre-change tool kit is in a tray in the stow- age well under the boot floor.

  • Page 413: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tyre that you use the proper size and type (summer MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat or winter tyre). characteristics) Vehicles with MOExtended tyres are not equip- General notes ped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It is there- fore recommended that you additionally equip With MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat char- your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit tyres that...
  • Page 414 Flat tyre Using the TIREFIT kit WARNING In the following situations, the tyre sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- tance, as it is unable to seal the tyre properly: there are cuts or punctures in the tyre larger than those mentioned above. the wheel rim is damaged.
  • Page 415 Flat tyre Tyre pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tyre inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tyre. Please note that tyre sealant may leak out when unscrewing the filler hose.

  • Page 416: Battery (Vehicle)

    Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. Battery (vehicle) In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone 12 V battery - important safety notes number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's side.
  • Page 417 Battery (vehicle) safety-relevant systems, e.g the lighting sys- Make sure that the positive terminal of a tem, the ABS (anti-lock braking system) or the connected battery does not come into con- tact with vehicle parts. ® (Electronic Stability Program). The oper- ating safety of your vehicle may be restricted.
  • Page 418 You can also switch the ignition off. charge the battery with a charger recommended by Mercedes-Benz. For more information, first, disconnect the negative terminal, fol- please contact a qualified specialist workshop. lowed by the positive terminal.
  • Page 419 Open the bonnet. vehicle is standing idle. Connect the battery charger to the positive Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if you terminal and earth point in the same order as wish to leave your vehicle parked up for a long when connecting the donor battery in the period of time.

  • Page 420: Jump-Starting

    Benz is available as an accessory. This device Only hybrid vehicles are equipped with a high- permits charging of the battery in position. Con- voltage battery. tact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for infor- WARNING mation and availability. Read the battery charg- er's operating instructions before charging the Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust battery.
  • Page 421 Jump-starting WARNING During charging and jump-starting, explosive gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explosion. Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, creating sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation while charging and jump-starting. Do not lean over a battery. WARNING During the charging process, a battery produces hydrogen gas.
  • Page 422 Jump-starting Make sure that: The jump leads are not damaged. Non-insulated parts of the terminal clamps do not come into contact with other metal parts while the jump leads are connected to the battery. The jump leads cannot come into contact with parts which can move when the engine is running, such as the V-belt pulley or the fan.
  • Page 423 Jump-starting (Example: left-hand-drive vehicle) Position number D identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump-starting device. Right-hand-drive vehicle: the positive terminal and earth point are on the opposite side of the vehicle. Slide cover C of positive terminal = in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal = on your vehicle to positive terminal ? of donor battery D using the jump lead.

  • Page 424: Important Safety Notes

    Towing away and tow-starting Only secure the tow cable or tow bar to the Towing away and tow-starting towing eyes or, if available, to the trailer tow Important safety notes hitch. You could otherwise damage the vehi- cle. WARNING Observe the following points when towing Safety-relevant functions are restricted or not with a tow rope: available if:...

  • Page 425: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing away and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. Fitting/removing the towing eye Otherwise, you: Fitting the towing eye cannot turn the key to position 2 in the igni- tion lock cannot release the electric parking brake cannot shift the automatic transmission to position N Deactivate the automatic locking feature before towing the vehicle (...

  • Page 426: Transporting The Vehicle

    Towing away and tow-starting 4MATIC vehicles/vehicles with auto- The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you open the driver's or front- matic transmission passenger door or when you remove the key from the ignition lock. In order to ensure that the automatic transmis- sion stays in position N when towing away the vehicle, you must observe the following points: You must use the key instead of the Start/...

  • Page 427: Electrical Fuses

    Vehicles with 4MATIC may either be towed away Only use fuses that have been approved for with both axles on the ground or be loaded up Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the and transported. correct fuse rating for the system concerned.

  • Page 428: Fuse Box In The Engine Compartment

    Electrical fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment WARNING When the bonnet is open, and the windscreen wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. Always switch off the windscreen wipers and the ignition before opening the bonnet.
  • Page 429 Electrical fuses Insert cover ? at the rear of the fuse box into the retainer. Fold down cover ? of the fuse box and tighten screws =. Insert cover ; and secure with retaining clamps :. Close the bonnet. Fuse box in the boot Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open.

  • Page 430: Useful Information

    Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- that your vehicle may not be equipped with all cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- of the functions described. This is also the rectly can impair the operating safety.
  • Page 431 There valve cap or other valve caps approved for your is a risk of accident. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Do not fit any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tyre pressure moni- Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes toring systems.

  • Page 432: Winter Operation

    100 km. They only reach their full per- thereby damaging the tyres permanently. formance after this distance. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for Do not drive with tyres which have too little this type of damage. tread depth. This otherwise significantly...

  • Page 433: Tyre Pressure

    There is a risk of an accident. been specifically approved for your vehicle by Observe the recommended tyre pressure and Mercedes-Benz, or that are of a corresponding standard of quality. check the tyre pressure of all the tyres includ- If you intend to fit snow chains, please bear the...
  • Page 434 Tyre pressure Only screw standard valve caps or valve caps specifically provided by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tyre valve. WARNING If the tyre pressure drops repeatedly, the wheel, valve or tyre may be damaged. Tyre pressure that is too low may result in a tyre blow-out.
  • Page 435 Tyre pressure "fully laden" conditions apply when driving at tyre pressure monitor after adjusting to the cold maximum speed. tyre pressure ( page 433). The current pres- sures are saved as new reference values. This Despite the values stated on the tyre pressure will ensure that a warning message will only information label, for the vehicle with "partially appear if the tyre pressure drops significantly.
  • Page 436 Tyre pressure radios) that may be being operated in or near the least one tyre has dropped significantly. The vehicle. tyres must be checked. If the Warning tyre defect Warning tyre defect message Checking the tyre pressure electroni- appears in the multifunction display, the tyre pressure in at least one tyre has dropped sud- cally denly.
  • Page 437 Tyre pressure sage will be displayed in the multifunction Country Radio type approval number display. Jordan Model: Gen Alpha Wal 2 TPMS Press the : button. transmitter Use current current pressures pressures as as new new ref‐ ref‐ erence erence values values message appears in the mul- Type Approval Number:...

  • Page 438: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel found in the "Restarting the tyre pressure loss pressure is set, these incorrect values will be warning system" section ( page 435). monitored. Observe the notes in the section on tyre pres- Important safety notes sures ( page 430).
  • Page 439 Changing a wheel An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates its Interchanging the wheels correct direction of rotation. WARNING Interchanging the front and rear wheels may Storing wheels severely impair the driving characteristics if the wheels or tyres have different dimensions. Store wheels in a cool, dry and preferably dark place if they are not being used.

  • Page 440: Securing The Vehicle Against Rolling Away

    Observe the following when raising the vehi- cle: only use the vehicle-specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehicle. If the jack is used incor- rectly, it could tip over while the vehicle is raised.
  • Page 441 Changing a wheel The tightening torque must be 25 Nm. Note that the hub cap should be tightened to the specified torque of 25 Nm. Mercedes- Benz recommends that you have the hub cap fitted at a qualified specialist workshop. Vehicles with AMG wheels and plastic hub caps: To remove: turn the centre cover of hub...

  • Page 442: Removing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Removing a wheel Mercedes AMG vehicles: when removing and fitting a wheel, the wheel rim may strike the ceramic brake disc and damage it. There- fore, take precautions and have a second per- son assist you. Alternatively, you can use a second centring pin.

  • Page 443: Lowering The Vehicle

    The only use wheel bolts which have been approved rim could otherwise be damaged. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. Place the ratchet ring spanner onto the hex- agon nut of the jack so that the letters AB are Mercedes AMG vehicles: when removing visible.

  • Page 444: General Notes

    Roll comfort mends that you only use tyres and wheels and suspension comfort are reduced and the which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz risk of damage to the wheels and tyres as a specifically for your vehicle.

  • Page 445: Summer Tyres

    Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres S 300 h Summer tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/55 R17 102 W Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5...
  • Page 446 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+Si Tyres Wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 BA: 245/45 R19 102 V XL M+S i BA: 245/45 R19 102 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 S 320 Summer tyres...
  • Page 447 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL...
  • Page 448 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres...
  • Page 449 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 BA: 245/45 R19 102 V XL M+S i BA: 245/45 R19 102 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 S 350 d 4MATIC Summer tyres Tyres Wheels...
  • Page 450 Wheel and tyre combinations Winter tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/55 R17 102 V M+S i Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 104 V XL M+Si Tyres Wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36...
  • Page 451 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44 9, 13...
  • Page 452 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44 9, 13...
  • Page 453 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44 9, 13...
  • Page 454 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 9, 13 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y...
  • Page 455 Wheel and tyre combinations S 500 Summer tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres...
  • Page 456 Wheel and tyre combinations Mercedes-Maybach S 500 Summer tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres...
  • Page 457 Wheel and tyre combinations S 500 4MATIC Summer tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres...
  • Page 458 Wheel and tyre combinations Mercedes-Maybach S 500 4MATIC Summer tyres Tyres Wheels BA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 BA: 245/50 R18 100 W FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres...
  • Page 459 Wheel and tyre combinations S 500 e Summer tyres Tyres Wheels FA: 8.0 J x 18 H2 ET 41 FA: 245/50 R18 100 W RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/45 R18 103 W Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL...
  • Page 460 Wheel and tyre combinations S 600 Summer tyres Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y FA: 245/45 R19 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 ET 38 9, 13 RA: 275/40 R19 101 Y...
  • Page 461 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 43.5 9, 13 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 36.5 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 44 9, 13...
  • Page 462 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 12, 14 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 39 12, 14 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 12, 14 FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i...
  • Page 463 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Wheels BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 12, 14 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 39 12, 14 BA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 12, 14 FA: 255/40 R20 101 V XL M+S i...

  • Page 464: Important Safety Notes

    Emergency spare wheel Tyres Wheels FA: 8.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 9, 14 FA: 245/40 R20 99 Y XL RA: 9.5 J x 20 H2 ET 38 9, 13, 14 RA: 275/35 R20 102 Y XL Mercedes‑AMG S 63 4MATIC Summer tyres For certain countries only: the following wheel/tyre combinations are permitted for vehicles with a maximum speed of 250 km/h.
  • Page 465 Emergency spare wheel qualified specialist workshop. Make sure that the wheel/tyre dimensions and tyre type are correct. When using an emergency spare wheel or spare wheel of a different size, you must not exceed the maximum speed of 80 km/h. Snow chains must not be fitted to emergency spare wheels.

  • Page 466: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Pump the tyre to the specified tyre pressure. The specified tyre pressure is printed on the yellow label of the emergency spare wheel. When the specified tyre pressure has been reached, press on and off switch A on the electric air pump to 0.

  • Page 467: Useful Information

    The data may therefore differ for vehicles with Have the low-reflection exterior aerial fitted at optional equipment. You can obtain further a qualified specialist workshop. When oper- information from a Mercedes-Benz Service ating RF transmitters in the vehicle, always Centre. connect them to the low-reflection exterior aerial.

  • Page 468: Identification Plates

    Vehicle identification plate with vehi- Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- cle identification number (VIN) mum transmission outputs or aerial positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the aerial must not exceed the following values:...

  • Page 469: Service Products And Capacities

    Service products and capacities The data shown on the vehicle identification plate is example data. This data is different for every vehicle and can deviate from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle's identification plate.

  • Page 470: Tank Capacity

    Only use products recommended by Wash the fuel off any affected areas of skin Mercedes-Benz. Damage which is caused by the with water and soap immediately. use of products which have not been recom- mended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz If you get fuel in your eyes, rinse them thor- warranty or goodwill gestures.
  • Page 471 Service products and capacities Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recom- Model Of which mended for your vehicle. reserve fuel Usually you will find information about the fuel S 350 d grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label Mercedes‑Maybach on the petrol pump, ask the filling station staff.

  • Page 472: Fuel Consumption Information

    In this grade on the pump. If you cannot find the label case, in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Ser- on the petrol pump, ask the filling station staff. vice Centre, the petrol may be mixed with the Information on refuelling ( page 191).

  • Page 473: Low Outside Temperatures

    Service products and capacities throat. You may also experience coughing and efficient use of the fuel by the engine watery eyes. driving style Do not inhale any ammonia vapours that may be other non-technical factors, such as envi- ® released. Only fill the AdBlue tank in well-ven- ronmental influences, road conditions or tilated areas.
  • Page 474 S 350 d 4MATIC nical standard. Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved Use only SAE 0W-40 or SAE 5W-40 engine oils engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz for Mercedes-AMG vehicles. engines. Further information on tested and approved If the engine oils listed in the table are not...
  • Page 475 Engine oil viscosity Information about approved brake fluid can be obtained at any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a qualified specialist workshop and the replace- ment confirmed in the Service Booklet.
  • Page 476 WARNING Further information on coolants can be found If windscreen washer concentrate comes into in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Ser- contact with hot components of the engine or vice Products, MB Specifications for Service the exhaust system, it can ignite. There is a Products 310.1, e.g.

  • Page 477: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Vehicle data Model : Opening height General notes S 400 1806 mm S 600 Please note that for the specified vehicle data: Mercedes‑May- the heights specified may vary as a result of: bach S 500 tyres Mercedes‑May- load bach S 500 4MATIC condition of the suspension Mercedes‑May-...
  • Page 478 Vehicle data Model Vehicle All other models height Vehicle length 5246 mm S 400 4MATIC 1496 mm Vehicle width including 2130 mm S 500 exterior mirrors S 500 4MATIC Vehicle width excluding 1899 mm All other models 1493 mm exterior mirrors Wheelbase 3165 mm S-Class with a long wheel base...

  • Page 479: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch All vehicles (except hybrid vehicles and Mercedes‑Maybach PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles): if you have a Missing values were not available at the time of trailer tow hitch retrofitted, changes to the going to print. engine cooling system may be necessary, depending on the vehicle type.
  • Page 480 Trailer tow hitch All models with trailer tow hitch Permissible trailer load, unbraked 750 kg Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient- 2100 kg climbing capability of8%from a standstill) Permissible trailer load, braked (at a minimum gradient- 2100 kg climbing capability of12%from a standstill) Maximum drawbar noseweight (the drawbar nose- 85 kg...

  • Page 484: Publication Details

    Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- cles 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 sug- gestions you may have regarding this Owner's...
  • Page 485 É2225842805Z102FËÍ 2225842805Z102 Order no. 6515 2607 02 Part no. 222 584 28 05 Z102 Edition AEJ2015-2a...

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