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Mercedes-Benz GLA 2018 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 Owner's Manual Mercedes-Benz...
  • Page 3 Symbols Please note the "Children in the vehicle" sec- tion . In this Owner's Manual, you will find the fol- lowing symbols: WARNING Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others. Environmental note Environmental notes provide you with infor- mation on environmentally aware actions or...
  • Page 4 Mercedes-Benz therefore reserves the right to internet access. Available for smart- introduce changes in the following areas: phones or tablets. design You can also use the Mercedes-Benz Guides app: equipment technical features Consequently, the description may differ from your vehicle in some cases.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Windscreen wipers ......125 Introduction ......... 26 Environmental protection ...... 26 Climate control ......... 129 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....26 Overview of climate control systems ... 129 Owner's Manual ........27 Operating the climate control sys- Operating safety ........27 tems ............
  • Page 6 Contents Stowage and features ...... 294 Loading guidelines ....... 294 Stowage areas ........294 Features ..........302 Maintenance and care ...... 309 Engine compartment ......309 ASSYST PLUS ........314 Care ............. 315 Breakdown assistance ..... 323 Where will I find...? ......323 Flat tyre ..........
  • Page 7 Index Function/notes ......184 1, 2, 3 ... Important safety notes ....184 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Selecting ........185 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Setting a speed ......187 tion System) Setting the specified minimum 4MATIC distance ......... 188 Display message ......268 Stopping ........

  • Page 8: Index

    Index Introduction ........47 Driving abroad ....... 315 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Hiding a service message ....314 lamps ..........43 Information about Service ..... 314 Airbags Resetting the service interval dis- Display message ......251 play ..........314 Front airbag (driver, front Service message ......
  • Page 9 Index Emergency running mode ....165 Engaging drive position ....158 Back button ........285 Engaging neutral ......157 Bag hook ..........299 Engaging park position Ball coupling (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....159 Folding in ........219 Engaging park position automati- Folding in/out ........
  • Page 10 Index Boot Opening (from outside the vehi- see Vehicle cle, HANDS-FREE ACCESS) ....94 Car wash (care) ......... 315 Boot lid Care see Tailgate Automatic car wash ....... 315 Brake Carpets .......... 322 EBD ..........78 Display ........... 320 Brake Assist Exhaust pipe ........
  • Page 11 Index Recommendations ......67 see Instrument cluster Coffee cup symbol Suitable positions ......63 Top Tether ........61 see ATTENTION ASSIST Child-proof locks Collision warning Important safety notes ....69 see Active Brake Assist COMAND display Rear doors ........69 Children in the vehicle Cleaning .........
  • Page 12 Driving Switching on/off ......118 Towing vehicles ......153 DIRECT SELECT lever Driving abroad Automatic transmission ....156 Mercedes-Benz Service ....315 Display message Symmetrical dipped beam ..... 117 Driving systems ......258 Driving dynamics display Display messages Off-road program ......196 ASSYST PLUS ........
  • Page 13 Index Driving off-road Driving abroad ....... 117 see Off-road driving Driving in winter ......175 Driving on flooded roads ....175 Driving on flooded roads ....175 Driving safety system Driving on sand ......178 Driving on wet roads ...... 175 Active Brake Assist ......
  • Page 14 Index ECO display Warning lamp (engine diagnos- Function/notes ......172 tics) ..........279 Engine electronics On-board computer ....... 226 ECO start/stop function Notes ..........359 Deactivating/activating ....151 Problem (fault) ....... 152 Engine oil General information ....... 149 Important safety notes ....149 Additives ........
  • Page 15 Index Exhaust pipe Two-way radio ........ 359 Front foglamps Cleaning ......... 320 Exterior lighting Display message ......253 Front-passenger front airbag Cleaning ......... 319 deactivation system see Lights Exterior mirrors display message ......251 Adjusting ........113 Operation ......... 51 Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ..
  • Page 16 Indicator and warning lamp Gear indicator (on-board com- Restraint system ......279 puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..237 Indicator and warning lamps Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ... 26 Coolant .......... 280 Glove compartment ......295 Engine diagnostics ......279 Google™ Local Search LIM (Active Distance Assist See also Digital Owner's Manual ...
  • Page 17 Index Checking the battery ....... 85 Driving abroad ....... 117 Convenience closing feature .... 99 Foglamps ........118 Convenience opening feature ..98 Hazard warning lamps ....120 Display message ......270 Headlamp flasher ......119 Door central locking/unlocking ..83 Headlamp range ......
  • Page 18 Memory function ....... 115 Multimedia system Mercedes me connect Switching on and off ...... 285 Display message ......247 Music files Mercedes-Benz emergency call See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 284 system Switch in the overhead control panel ..........306 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Navigation Traffic Sign Assist ......
  • Page 19 Index PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator Settings menu ....... 233 lamp ..........43 Standard display ......226 Pets in the vehicle ......70 Telephone menu ......230 Trip menu ........226 ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occu- Vehicle submenu ......234 pant protection) ....... 57 On-board diagnostics interface Restraint system introduction ..
  • Page 20 Applying automatically (vehicles with automatic transmission) ..171 Applying automatically (vehicles QR code with manual transmission) ..... 171 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Applying or releasing manually ..171 Rescue card ........30 Display message ......243 Qualified specialist workshop ... 29 Electric parking brake ....
  • Page 21 Index Rear lamps Warning lamp ......... 279 see Lights Residual heat (climate control) ..138 Rear seat Restraint system Adjusting the angle of the backr- Display message ......249 ests ..........299 Introduction ........42 Rear shelf ........... 300 Warning lamp ......... 279 Rear window heating Warning lamp (function) ....
  • Page 22 Index Service menu (on-board com- Removing ........293 SD memory card puter) ..........233 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 284 Service message Seat see ASSYST PLUS Adjusting (Performance Seat) ..110 Service products Correct driver's seat position ..106 Brake fluid ........
  • Page 23 Index STEER CONTROL ........78 See also Digital Owner's Manual ... 284 Steering Snow chains ........346 Display message ......269 Socket Steering assistant STEER CON- TROL Luggage compartment ....306 Sockets see STEER CONTROL Steering wheel Centre console ......305 General notes ........
  • Page 24 Index Tailgate Installing the module ..... 290 Display message ......268 Introduction ........290 Emergency unlocking ....... 97 Saving/deleting the PIN for the Important safety notes ....92 SIM card ........292 Limiting the opening angle ....96 Settings ......... 292 Obstruction detection ......
  • Page 25 Index Towing Trailer loads ........370 Transmission Important safety notes ....336 Notes for 4MATIC vehicles .... 339 see Automatic transmission Permitted towing methods .... 339 see Manual transmission Transmission position display Transporting the vehicle ....339 Towing a trailer (DIRECT SELECT lever) ......
  • Page 26 Index Function/notes ......349 Individual settings ......233 General notes ........ 349 Leaving parked up ......172 Important safety notes ....349 Locking (in an emergency) ....91 Radio type approval for the tyre Locking (key) ........83 pressure monitor ......351 Lowering ........
  • Page 27 Index LIM (variable limiter) ...... 182 Switching on/off ......125 Winter driving Overview .......... 35 Reserve fuel ........279 General notes ........ 345 Winter operation Seat belt ........272 Tyre pressure monitor ....283 Slippery road surfaces ....175 Warning triangle ........ 324 Snow chains ........

  • Page 28: Digital Owner's Manual

    Digital Owner's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Owner's Man- The printed Owner's Manual provides informa- General notes tion about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Owner's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the hensive and specifically adapted information operation of the controller ( page 285).

  • Page 29: Environmental Protection

    EU countries only: takes the requirements of both nature and Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life humanity into consideration. vehicle for environmentally-friendly disposal in accordance with the European Union (EU) End- You too can help to protect the environment Of-Life Vehicles Directive.

  • Page 30: Owner's Manual

    This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rele- vant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only Should you have any questions concerning genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal equipment and operation, please consult a quality. Use only tyres, wheels and accesso- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 31 Operating safety ID no.: 64-387-5933 3. Serial numbers: VAT ID no.: CZ64-387-5933 4. Year of manufacture: declares, as our sole responsibility, that was developed, designed and manufactured in the product: accordance with EC Directives Description: 2006/42/EC on machinery and Jack 2004/108/EC on electromagnetic compatibil- ity (EMC) Model, number:...

  • Page 32: Diagnostic Socket

    WARNING work on electronic components If you connect equipment to a diagnostics Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a connection in the vehicle, it may affect the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. operation of vehicle systems. As a result, the operating safety of the vehicle could be affected.

  • Page 33: Data Storage

    Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any change in address or vehicle owner- QR code for rescue card ship. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Centre, for example. The QR code is secured in the fuel filler flap and on the opposite side on the B-pillar.
  • Page 34 Data storage This information generally documents the con- These include, for example: dition of a component, a module, a system or multimedia data such as music, films or the surroundings, for example: photos for playback in an integrated multi- operating states of system components (e.g. media system fill levels, battery status, tyre pressure) address book data for use in conjunction...

  • Page 35: Copyright Information

    The wireless net- lowing website: work connection is made possible by the vehi- cle's own transmitter and receiver or by http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource mobile end devices that you have brought into the vehicle (e.g. smartphones). This wireless network connection enables online functions to be used.

  • Page 36: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel gearshift Climate control systems paddles Ignition lock Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel Instrument cluster Cruise control lever Horn Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Diagnostics connection warning display Opens the bonnet Overhead control panel...

  • Page 37: Instrument Cluster

    Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Opens the bonnet warning display Diagnostics connection Combination switch Electric parking brake Instrument cluster Ignition lock Horn Adjusts the steering wheel DIRECT SELECT lever Cruise control lever Steering wheel gearshift Climate control systems paddles...
  • Page 38 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page Indicator and warning Speedometer with seg- lamps: ments 6 Restraint system Indicator and warning ü Seat belt not fastened lamps: % Diesel engine: preglow L Dipped-beam head- lamps M SPORT handling mode (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) T Side lamps R Rear foglamp...

  • Page 39: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a Operates the on-board com- call puter...

  • Page 40: Seat Heating

    Centre console Centre console Centre console, upper section Function Page Function Page Multimedia system (see the è ECO start/stop func- Digital Owner's Manual) tion c Seat heating £ Hazard warning lamps Mercedes-AMG vehicles: PASSENGER AIRBAG indica- AMG RIDE CONTROL (left tor lamps side) DYNAMIC SELECT button...
  • Page 41 Centre console Centre console, lower section Vehicles with DIRECT SELECT lever Function Page Function Page Cup holder Ashtray Stowage space with media interface Cigarette lighter Power socket Multimedia system control- Stowage space ler (see the Digital Owner's Manual) Stowage space Cup holder (not visible)
  • Page 42 Centre console Mercedes-AMG vehicles Function Page Function Page DYNAMIC SELECT controller Ashtray Cup holder Cigarette lighter Stowage space with media Power socket interface Stowage space Multimedia system control- Selector lever ler (see the Digital Owner's Manual) Manual gearshifting (perma- nent setting)

  • Page 43: Door Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows % & Unlocks/locks the vehicle n Activates/deactivates the override feature for the r45= Saves side windows in the rear the seat and exterior mirror compartment settings q Opens the luggage...

  • Page 44: Overhead Control Panel

    Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear inte- G SOS button rior lighting on/off (Mercedes-Benz emergency call system), available for p Switches the right- certain countries only hand reading lamp on/off Spectacles compartment | Switches the front interior lighting/automatic...

  • Page 45: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety The components of the restraint system work Panic alarm in conjunction with each other. They can only offer protection if all vehicle occupants always: have the seat belt correctly fastened page 45) have the seat and head restraint adjusted properly ( page 106) As the driver, you must also make sure that...

  • Page 46: Restraint System Warning Lamp

    If it is necessary to adjust the vehicle to PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps accommodate a person with disabilities, con- tact a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use driving aids which have been approved specifi- cally for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Restraint system warning lamp...
  • Page 47 Occupant safety fore, make sure that you read the notes on When triggered, seat belt force limiters help to the "Automatic front-passenger front airbag reduce the peak force exerted by the seat belt deactivation system" ( page 50) and on on the vehicle occupant.
  • Page 48 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use dent, heavy braking or sudden changes of seat belts that have been approved specifically direction. There is an increased risk of for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 49: Releasing Seat Belts

    Occupant safety Only then can any forces that occur be dis- tributed across the surface of the seat belt. the shoulder section of the belt is routed across the centre of the shoulder the shoulder section of the belt should not touch your neck nor be routed under your arm or behind your back.

  • Page 50: Belt Adjustment

    Occupant safety Belt adjustment Airbags Seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of the Introduction ® PRE-SAFE convenience function. With this function, the driver's and co-driver's seat belts The installation location of an airbag is identi- are adjusted to the upper body of the vehicle fied by the AIRBAG symbol.

  • Page 51: Front Airbags

    Occupant safety position must allow the vehicle to be driven no accessories, such as cup holders, are safely. attached to the vehicle within the deploy- ment area of an airbag, e.g. to doors, side Hold the steering wheel only by the rim. This windows, rear side trim or sidewalls allows the airbag to be fully deployed.
  • Page 52 When deployed, the front airbags offer addi- cifically approved for the respective seat by tional head and thorax protection for the occu- Mercedes-Benz. pants in the front seats. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp informs you about the status of the front- passenger front airbag ( page 43).
  • Page 53 Occupant safety Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger ing on that result, the co-driver's front airbag front airbag shutoff: the sidebag on the front- is either enabled or disabled. If a rearward- passenger side deploys under the following facing child restraint system is fitted to the co- conditions: driver's seat, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must light up after the self-diag-...
  • Page 54 Occupant safety Operation of automatic front Be aware of the status of the co-driver's front airbag both before and during the journey. passenger front airbag deactivation If a person is occupying the co-driver's seat, system they must sit: with the seat belt fastened correctly in an almost upright position with their back against the seat backrest with their feet resting on the floor, if possi-...
  • Page 55 Occupant safety WARNING accordingly. Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation If you secure a child in a rearward-facing instructions. child restraint system on the front- passenger seat and the PASSENGER AIR Always observe the vehicle-specific informa- BAG OFF indicator lamp is off, the front- tion for the correct positioning of the child passenger front airbag can deploy in the restraint system (...
  • Page 56 This poses an increased risk of injury deactivation system checked and repaired or even fatal injury. immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a When the front-passenger seat is occupied, Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. always ensure that:...
  • Page 57 Occupant safety WARNING ply with the child restraint system manufac- turer's installation instructions. Objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system could affect the func- After the self-test, the PASSENGER AIR BAG tion of the automatic front-passenger front OFF or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator airbag deactivation system.
  • Page 58 After the airbag deploys, the airbag parts are hot. There is a risk of injury. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Do not touch the airbag parts. Have a the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop after an accident. This is particularly...

  • Page 59: Mode Of Operation

    Occupant safety If the belt tensioners or airbags are deployed, deployed in an accident if the PASSENGER AIR you will hear a bang, and a small amount of BAG OFF indicator lamp is off. Observe the powder may also be released. The 6 information on the PASSENGER AIR BAG indi- restraint system warning lamp lights up.

  • Page 60: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety co-driver's side (front) deploys under the fol- your driving style to suit the prevailing road lowing conditions: and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive care- an occupant is detected on the co-driver's fully.

  • Page 61: Children In The Vehicle

    WARNING ply is cut off If persons (particularly children) are exposed vehicles with the Mercedes-Benz emergency to heat or cold for a prolonged period, there call system: automatic emergency call is a risk of serious or even fatal injuries.
  • Page 62 Only use child restraint sys- rior and on the child restraint system. tems with the original cover designed for It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care them. Only replace damaged covers with products to clean child restraint systems genuine covers.
  • Page 63 Children in the vehicle operating instructions and the instructions for correct use of the child restraint system page 63). Before every trip, make sure that the ISOFIX child restraint system or the i-Size child restraint system is engaged correctly in both ISOFIX or i-Size securing rings.
  • Page 64 Children in the vehicle Top Tether Introduction Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with ISOFIX or i-Size and the vehicle. It helps reduce the risk of injury even further. If the child restraint system is fitted with a Top Tether belt, this should always be used.

  • Page 65: General Notes

    For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp install the child restraint system on a rear goes out, the front passenger seat airbag is seat.

  • Page 66: Rearward-Facing Child Restraint System

    Children in the vehicle Observe the following information under "Rear- Suitable positioning of the child ward-facing child restraint system" restraint system page 63) and "Forward-facing child restraint system" ( page 63) as well as Introduction information on the suitable positioning of the child restraint system ( page 63).
  • Page 67 Children in the vehicle ISOFIX or i-Size child restraint systems in the guide on the child restraint system "Universal" category can be used on seats page 63). labelled U, UF, IUF or i-U in accordance with Move the front-passenger seat as far back the following tables: as possible and fully retract the seat cush- ion.
  • Page 68 Children in the vehicle Legend for the table: Seat that is unsuitable for children in this weight group. Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category that are approved for use in this weight group. UF Suitable for forward-facing child restraint systems that belong to the "Universal" category and are approved for use in this weight group.
  • Page 69 Children in the vehicle For certain child restraint systems in weight groups 2 or 3, this can mean that the area of use is restricted. The maximum size setting of the child restraint system may not be possible due to the risk of contact with the roof.
  • Page 70 Children in the vehicle Suitability of the seats for attaching an i-Size child restraint system If you use a baby car seat in Group 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system in Group 1 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 71 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems for attaching with the vehicle seat belt Weight groups Manufac- Type Type approval Order number turer number (E1 etc.) (A 000 ...) Group 0: Britax Römer BABY SAFE 04 301146 970 13 02 plus II up to 10 kg up to approximately...
  • Page 72 Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks Never leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If the child restraint system is placed in If children are travelling in the vehicle, they direct sunlight, the parts could become very could: hot.

  • Page 73: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear side win- Driving safety systems dows Driving safety systems overview In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) page 71) BAS (Brake Assist System) ( page 71) Active Brake Assist ( page 71)
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems Off-road ABS ABS (anti-lock braking system) An ABS system specifically suited to off-road General information terrain is activated automatically once the off- road program is activated ( page 196). ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake.
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems Distance warning function Active Brake Assist can help you minimise the danger of collision with the vehicle in front or reduce the effects of such a collision. General information If Active Brake Assist detects that there is a The distance warning function can help you to risk of collision, you will be warned visually minimise the danger of collision with the vehi-...
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems travelling in front is insufficient for the driv- If the autonomous braking function demands ing speed. The · distance warning lamp particularly high braking force, preventative will then light up on the instrument cluster. ® passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE are activated simultaneously ( page 57).
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems Important safety notes BAS PLUS, the brake lamps flash rapidly. In this way, traffic travelling behind you is warned Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- in an even more noticeable manner. tion for driving safety systems ( page 70).
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems Off-road 4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys- ® If ESP intervenes: tem) ® Do not deactivate ESP under any circum- stances. A 4ETS system specifically suited to off-road When pulling away, depress the accelerator terrain is activated automatically once the off- pedal only as far as is necessary.
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP WARNING ® You can deactivate or activate ESP via the When SPORT handling mode is activated, on-board computer( page 232) . there is a greater risk of skidding and acci- ® deactivated: dents. ® The å...

  • Page 80: Esp ® Trailer Stabilisation

    Driving safety systems SPORT handling mode SPORT handling mode message Active Brake Assist is no longer available; it appears in the multifunction display. is not activated even if you brake firmly with ® assistance from ESP To deactivate SPORT handling mode: briefly press button :.

  • Page 81: Protection Against Theft

    Protection against theft Important safety notes EBD (electronic brake force distribu- tion) Read the "Important safety notes" section page 70). General information No steering support is provided from STEER EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure CONTROL, if: on the rear wheels to improve driving stability ®...

  • Page 82: Switching Off

    Protection against theft To prime: lock the vehicle with the key or Tow-away protection KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : will flash. The alarm sys- Function tem will be primed after approximately An audible and visual alarm is triggered if your 15 seconds. vehicle's angle of inclination is altered while To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the tow-away protection is primed.

  • Page 83: Activating

    Protection against theft Deactivating Press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up briefly. Unlock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS- Lock the vehicle with the key or KEYLESS- Tow-away protection is deactivated. Insert the key into the ignition lock. Tow-away protection remains deactivated until: Press the Start/Stop button.
  • Page 84 Protection against theft Mercedes me connect, the double lock func- tion is activated as standard. It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle ( page 89). You can deactivate the double lock function by deactivating the inte- rior motion sensor (see Digital Owner's Man- ual).

  • Page 85: Important Safety Notes

    Do not keep the key: with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone Important safety notes or another key with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil WARNING inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case If children are left unsupervised in the vehi- Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: cle, they could: do not keep the key in the luggage compart-...

  • Page 86: Key Functions

    the immediate vicinity of the vehicle, press Key functions the F button on the key ( page 93). When the tailgate closes, you can then release the button. KEYLESS-GO 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 87: Changing The Settings Of The Locking System

    To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur- Changing the settings of the locking face of the door handle. system To lock the vehicle: touch sensor sur- You can change the settings of the locking face : or ;. system. This means that only the driver's door Make sure that you do not touch the inner and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the surface of the door handle.

  • Page 88: Checking The Battery

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

  • Page 89: Press The & Or % Button

    Press the & or % button. Press emergency key element ; into the The battery is working properly if battery opening in the key in the direction of the check lamp : lights up briefly. arrow until battery tray cover : opens. When doing so, do not hold cover : shut.

  • Page 90: Problems With The Key

    Problems with the key Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock The key battery is weak or discharged. or unlock the vehicle Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: using the key. try to lock/unlock the vehicle again using the key's remote con- trol function.
  • Page 91 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is a fault with KEYLESS-GO. Lock or unlock the vehicle using the key's remote control func- tion. Have the vehicle and key checked at a qualified specialist work- shop. If the vehicle cannot be locked or unlocked even using the remote control function: Unlock ( page 91) or lock (...

  • Page 92: Doors

    Doors If the vehicle has been locked with the key, Doors the double lock function is activated as stand- Important safety notes ard. It is then not possible to open the doors from inside the vehicle. You can deactivate the WARNING double lock function by deactivating the inte- rior motion sensor (...

  • Page 93: Centrally Locking And Unlocking The Vehicle From The Inside

    Doors If the vehicle has previously been locked with Therefore, do not leave any people unsuper- the key from the outside, opening a door from vised in the vehicle, particularly children, the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm sys- elderly people or people in need of special tem.

  • Page 94: Ter

    Doors Automatic locking mechanism Turn the emergency key element anti-clock- wise as far as it will go to position 1. To deactivate: press and hold button : for On right-hand-drive vehicles, turn the emer- approximately five seconds until a tone gency key element clockwise.

  • Page 95: Load Compartment

    Load compartment DANGER Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tailgate is open while the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening the tailgate.
  • Page 96 Load compartment tion: closed with the remote operating Opening and closing manually switch on the key Opening opened from the inside using the emergency release Tailgate obstruction detection with reversing function On vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate, the tail- gate is equipped with automatic obstacle rec- ognition with a reversing feature.

  • Page 97: Opening Automatically

    Load compartment closing area during the closing process. There is a risk of injury. Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the closing area during the closing process. Use one of the following options to stop the closing process: press the F button on the key.
  • Page 98 Load compartment HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function If the key is within the rear detection range during engine start. of KEYLESS-GO, the following situations, for example, could lead to the unintentional Dirt caused by road salt and snow build-up opening of the tailgate: around the sensors : may restrict func- tionality.
  • Page 99 Load compartment To stop the opening or closing procedure: You will find details on the tailgate opening dimensions in the "Vehicle data" section kick with your foot into sensor detection page 368). range : under the bumper, or pull the handle on the outside of the tail- Opening/closing automatically gate, or press the closing button on the tailgate, or...

  • Page 100: Side Windows

    Side windows Activating Opening To open the tailgate: pull the handle on the tailgate. To stop the opening procedure at the desired position: press the closing button on the tailgate, pull the handle on the outside of the tail- gate again or press the tailgate button on the key.

  • Page 101: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury. Activate the override feature for the rear side windows. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 102 Side windows The key can also be used to carry out the fol- Notes on the automatic reversing function lowing functions simultaneously: for: unlock the vehicle the side windows ( page 98) open the side windows the panorama sliding sunroof page 102) open the panorama sliding sunroof and the roller sunblind...

  • Page 103: Resetting The Side Windows

    Side windows Touch recessed sensor surface : on the Close all doors. door handle until the side windows and the Turn the key to position 1 or 2 in the panorama sliding sunroof are fully closed. ignition lock ( page 145). Make sure you touch only recessed sensor Pull the corresponding switch on the door surface :.

  • Page 104: Panorama Sliding Sunroof

    Panorama sliding sunroof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A side window cannot Remove the objects. be closed because it is Close the side window. blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide. A side window cannot If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again be closed and you can- slightly: not see the cause.
  • Page 105 Panorama sliding sunroof Do not allow anything to protrude from the WARNING sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could If you close the sliding sunroof again imme- be damaged. diately after it has been blocked or reset, Resonance noises can occur in addition to the sliding sunroof closes with increased the usual airflow noises when the sliding force.
  • Page 106 Important safety notes If contact is made with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers WARNING slightly but remains raised at the rear. Parts of the body could become trapped Rain-closing feature when the engine...

  • Page 107: Opening And Closing

    Panorama sliding sunroof started in the corresponding direction. You WARNING can stop automatic operation by pressing/ The reverse function does not react in par- pulling again. ticular: After the panorama sliding sunroof is opened, the roller sunblind automatically closes to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers slightly.
  • Page 108 Panorama sliding sunroof Problems with the panorama sliding sunroof WARNING If you do not reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or a voltage drop, then the reversing feature will malfunction or not work. The sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.

  • Page 109: Correct Driver's Seat Position

    Seats you have a good overview of traffic condi- Correct driver's seat position tions the seat belt is pulled snugly against the WARNING body and must be routed across the centre You could lose control of the vehicle while of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area driving if you: Further related subjects:...
  • Page 110 Mercedes-Benz. WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while Make sure that there are no objects in the...
  • Page 111 Seats Backrest angle: Adjusting the seats manually Relieve the pressure on the backrest. Vehicles without the seating comfort Turn handwheel A forwards or backwards. package Seat height: Pull handle ? upwards or push it down repeatedly until the seat has reached the desired height.

  • Page 112: General Notes

    Seats Adjusting the head restraints manually Adjusting the head restraints Important safety notes Adjusting the head restraint height WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 113: Rear Seat Head Restraints

    Seats Rear seat head restraints To refit: insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when Adjusting the rear-seat head restraint viewed in the direction of travel. height Push the head restraint down until you hear it engage in position.
  • Page 114 If the vehicle battery voltage is too low, the objects being placed on the seats, for exam- seat heating may switch off. ple, seat cushions, child seats and protec- tive covers not approved by Mercedes-Benz. Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions...

  • Page 115: Steering Wheel

    Mirrors Steering wheel Important safety notes WARNING You could lose control of the vehicle while driving if you: adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or mirrors fasten the seat belt There is a risk of an accident. Release lever Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, To adjust the steering wheel height steering wheel and mirrors and fasten your To adjust the steering wheel position (fore-...
  • Page 116 Mirrors exterior mirror using button = as long as Exterior mirrors the indicator lamp is lit. Adjusting the exterior mirrors Press button = up, down, or to the right or left until you have adjusted the exterior mir- WARNING ror to the correct position. You should have a good overview of traffic conditions.
  • Page 117 Mirrors Turn the key to position 1 in the ignition If you come into contact with the electro- lock ( page 145). lyte, observe the following: Briefly press button :. Rinse off the electrolyte from your skin immediately with water. Folding the exterior mirrors in/out Immediately rinse the electrolyte out of automatically...

  • Page 118: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function Important safety notes WARNING If you use the memory function on the driv- er's side while driving, the adjustments could cause you to lose control of the vehi- cle. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driv- er's side while the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 119 Memory function seat and backrest position driver's side: position of the outside mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger sides Adjust the seat ( page 108). Adjust the outside mirror on the driver's side ( page 113). Briefly press the M memory button and then press preset position button 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.

  • Page 120: Exterior Lighting

    General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã led by the light sensor For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Dipped-beam/main-beam headlamps mends that you drive with lights switched on Rear foglamp even during the daytime. In some countries,...

  • Page 121: Fog Lamps

    Exterior lighting ambient light conditions. This is advantageous snow or other causes of poor visibility due when there is fog or rain. to the weather conditions such as spray. To switch on the dipped-beam head- There is a risk of an accident. lamps: turn the key to position 2 in the In such situations, turn the light switch to ignition lock or start the engine.

  • Page 122: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting side lamps for periods lasting several hours. Combination switch Where possible, switch on the right X or left W parking lamp. To switch on: turn the light switch to T. The green T indicator lamp in the instru- ment cluster lights up.

  • Page 123: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Exterior lighting Important safety notes Hazard warning lamps WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recog- nise road users: who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians who have poor lighting, e.g. cyclists whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a barrier On very rare occasions, Adaptive Highbeam Assist may fail to recognise other road users that have lights, or may recognise them too late.

  • Page 124: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Rear compartment control panel If you are driving at speeds below 25 km/h or other road users are recognised or the roads are adequately lit: The main-beam headlamps are switched off automatically. The K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. The _ indicator lamp in the multifunction display remains lit.

  • Page 125: Replacing Light Bulbs

    Replacing light bulbs Automatic interior lighting control self replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. To switch on: set the switch to centre posi- If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con- tion B. sult a qualified specialist workshop. To switch off: set the switch to the | If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a position.
  • Page 126 Replacing light bulbs Dipped-beam headlamps (halogen headlamps) Tail lamps (vehicles with halogen headlamps) Reversing lamp: W 16 W Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Remove the cover in the front wheel arch Brake lamp: W 16 W page 123). Rear foglamp: H 21 W Turn housing cover : anti-clockwise and remove it.
  • Page 127 Replacing light bulbs Turn bulb holder ; anti-clockwise and pull You must open the side trim panel in the lug- out. gage compartment before you can replace the bulbs in the tail lamps. Insert the new bulb and engage it to the stop.

  • Page 128: Windscreen Wipers

    Windscreen wipers Release and remove connector ;. Windscreen wipers Hold the tail lamp and unscrew wing nut :. Switching the windscreen wipers Remove the tail lamp. on/off Do not operate the windscreen wipers when the windscreen is dry, as this could damage the wiper blades.
  • Page 129 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Combination switch Replacing the windscreen wipers è...
  • Page 130 Windscreen wipers Hold on to the wiper arm with one hand. Slide catch ; in the direction of arrow = With the other hand, turn the wiper blade in until it engages in the locking position with a the direction of arrow : away from the noticeable click.

  • Page 131: Replacing The Rear Window Wiper Blade

    Windscreen wipers Replacing the rear window wiper blade Fitting a wiper blade Removing a wiper blade Position new wiper blade : with recess B on lug A. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEY- Fold wiper blade : in the direction of arrow LESS-GO start function: remove the key = onto the wiper arm until retaining from the ignition lock.

  • Page 132: General Notes

    Overview of climate control systems ence opening feature ( page 98). This will Overview of climate control systems speed up the cooling process and the General notes desired interior temperature will be reached more quickly. Observe the settings recommended on the fol- The integrated filter filters out most parti- lowing pages.

  • Page 133: Air Conditioning System

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for air-conditioning system To set the temperature ( page 134) To demist the windscreen ( page 135) To set the air distribution ( page 134) To activate/deactivate air-recirculation mode ( page 136) To set the airflow ( page 135) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 133)

  • Page 134: Eco Start/Stop Function

    Overview of climate control systems air is drawn into the vehicle in air-recircula- Depending on the configuration, the climate tion mode. settings can also be influenced in drive pro- gram I. If you change the settings of the climate control system, the climate status display If you have selected drive program C or S, the appears for approximately three seconds at climate settings are not affected.

  • Page 135: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Sets the temperature, right ( page 134) Switches residual heat on/off ( page 138) Activates/deactivates cooling with air dehumidification ( page 133) Reduces the airflow ( page 135) Switches the rear window heating on/off ( page 136) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 135)
  • Page 136 Operating the climate control systems Air-conditioning system Activating/deactivating cooling with dehumidification Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 145). General notes To switch on: turn control A clockwise to the desired position (except position 0) If you deactivate the "Cooling with air dehu- midification"...
  • Page 137 Operating the climate control systems Setting climate control to automatic Setting the air distribution mode Air-conditioning system Turn the key to position ; in the ignition lock ( page 145). Air distribution settings Set the desired temperature. ¯ Directs the airflow through the demister To activate: press the Ã...
  • Page 138 Operating the climate control systems Regardless of the air distribution setting, Demisting the windscreen airflow is always directed through the side General notes air vents. The side air vents can only be closed if the adjusters are turned clockwise You can use this function to defrost the wind- until they engage.

  • Page 139: Demisting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Windows misted up on the outside Air-conditioning system: turn temperature Activate the windscreen wipers. control : anti-clockwise or clockwise Set the air distribution to P or O. page 130). You should only select this setting until the THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control: windscreen is clear again.
  • Page 140 Operating the climate control systems Switching on/off WARNING During convenience opening parts of the Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 145). body could be drawn in or become trapped To activate: press the e button. between the side window and window The indicator lamp in the e button lights frame.
  • Page 141 Operating the climate control systems Convenience opening feature: press and if the battery voltage drops hold the e button until the side windows when the auxiliary heating is switched on start to open automatically. Vehicles with panorama sliding sunroof: the panorama sliding sunroof opens simulta- Auxiliary heating neously.

  • Page 142: Before Switching On

    Operating the climate control systems The auxiliary heating and the exhaust gas out- The auxiliary heating or auxiliary ventilation let are situated in front of the right-hand front can be switched on/off using the button on wheel. the centre console or the remote control. The on-board computer can be used to specify Operating the auxiliary heating/ventilation up to three departure times, one of which may...
  • Page 143 Operating the climate control systems The remote control has a range of approx- The following messages may appear on the imately 300 metres. This range is reduced by: display: sources of radio interference Display Meaning solid objects between the remote control The auxiliary heating or and the vehicle auxiliary ventilation is...
  • Page 144 Operating the climate control systems Replacing the remote control battery ary heating continues to run until the operat- ing temperature is reached. If this is the case, the y symbol appears on the remote con- Important safety notes trol display and the running time is zero WARNING minutes.

  • Page 145: Air Vents

    Air vents Insert new battery = with the lettering facing upwards. Slide battery cover ; in the opposite direc- tion to the arrow on the remote control until it engages. Problems with the auxiliary heating/ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions FAIL¨...

  • Page 146: Adjusting The Air Vents

    Air vents Optimal climate control function is ach- ieved by opening the air vents fully and set- ting the adjusters to the middle position. Adjusting the air vents Side window demister vent Side air vent Side air vent open Side air vent closed To open a side air vent: turn the adjuster in side air vent ;...

  • Page 147: Running-In Notes

    Driving Running-in notes Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes In certain driving and driving safety systems, WARNING the sensors adjust automatically while a cer- Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict tain distance is being driven after the vehicle the clearance around the pedals or block a has been delivered or after repairs.

  • Page 148: Key Positions

    Driving Start/Stop button There is a risk of fire and an accident. Release the parking brake fully before driv- General notes ing off. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with keys featuring an integrated KEYLESS-GO Do not warm up the engine while station- function and a detachable Start/Stop button.
  • Page 149 Driving If you lock the vehicle with the key's remote To switch on the power supply: press control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a short Start/Stop button : once. time: The power supply is switched on. You can now activate the windscreen wipers, for you will no longer be able to switch on the example.
  • Page 150 Driving Starting the vehicle Carry out regular checks to make sure that there are no flammable foreign materials in Important safety notes the engine compartment or in the exhaust system. WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehi- General notes cle, they could: Vehicles with a petrol engine: the engine open doors, thereby endangering other...
  • Page 151 Driving Starting procedure using the Start/ Depress the accelerator carefully when pulling away. Stop button The vehicle automatically locks centrally once The Start/Stop button can be used to start the you have pulled away. The locking knobs in the vehicle manually without inserting the key in doors drop down.
  • Page 152 Driving Press and hold handle :. ECO start/stop function The electric parking brake continues to brake and prevents the vehicle from rolling Introduction backwards. The ECO start/stop function switches the The red ! indicator lamp in the instru- engine off automatically if the vehicle is stop- ment cluster remains lit.

  • Page 153: Automatic Engine Stop

    Driving Automatic engine stop Brake the vehicle. Engage neutral i ( page 155) (follow General notes gearshift instruction : to engage neutral i, as necessary). The ECO start/stop function is operational and the è ECO symbol is shown on the multi- Release the clutch pedal.
  • Page 154 Driving activate the off-road program play. If this is the case, the ECO start/stop function is not available. move the transmission out of position j Shifting the transmission to position j does If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop not start the engine.

  • Page 155: Problems With The Engine

    Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function or Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is activa- start. ted. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 191) or Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 188).

  • Page 156: Dynamic Select Button (All Vehi- Cles Except Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant tempera- The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine is ture display is showing not being cooled sufficiently. more than 120 †.

  • Page 157: Dynamic Select Controller (Mercedes-Amg Vehicles)

    Manual transmission in any drive program, regardless of what is shown on the multimedia system display. Available drive programs: C Comfort Comfortable and economi- cal driving characteristics S Sport Sporty driving characteris- tics I Individual Personalised settings Off-road Optimised driving charac- teristics for easily negotia- Turn DYNAMIC SELECT controller : until ble off-road terrain...

  • Page 158: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Manual transmission the right. Otherwise, you could unintention- Engaging reverse gear ally shift into gear 3 or 4 and damage the engine or the transmission. Select reverse gear k only when the vehi- cle is stationary. You could otherwise dam- If you shift down at too high a speed (trans- age the transmission.

  • Page 159: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Drive program I (Individual) WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu- In drive program I, the following properties of the drive program can be selected: tral position N when you switch off the engine. The vehicle may roll away. There is a the drive (engine and transmission manage- risk of an accident.
  • Page 160 Automatic transmission Engaging park position P automati- cally Park position j is automatically engaged if: 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 Transmission position display driver's door or front-passenger door Gear...
  • Page 161 Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first Never leave children and animals unatten- point of resistance. ded in the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. This also Selector lever (Mercedes-AMG vehi- applies for the digital vehicle key if the "Digi- cles) tal vehicle key"...

  • Page 162: Transmission Positions

    Automatic transmission Engaging park position P Transmission positions Park position This safeguards the vehicle against rolling away when stopped. Only shift the transmission to posi- tion j when the vehicle is station- ary. The parking lock should not be used as a brake when parking. In order to secure the vehicle, always apply the electric parking brake in addition to the parking lock.
  • Page 163 Automatic transmission Holding the vehicle stationary on Neutral uphill gradients Do not shift the transmission to i while driving. The automatic trans- WARNING mission could otherwise be dam- If the clutch overheats, the electronic man- aged. agement system is automatically deactiva- No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive wheels.
  • Page 164 Automatic transmission For further information on kickdown in manual DISTRONIC or the speed limiter are activa- drive program M ( page 165). ted. Glide mode (diesel engines only) Drive programs Glide mode is characterised by the following: All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG the combustion engine is disconnected from the drive train vehicles)
  • Page 165 Automatic transmission Mercedes-AMG vehicles gearshift paddles, select the M (Manual) set- ting for the drive. Drive program I (Individual) Off-road drive program In drive program I, the following properties of The Off-road drive program is characterised the drive program can be selected: by the following: the drive (engine management) the vehicle exhibits optimised driving char-...

  • Page 166: Temporary Setting

    Automatic transmission Drive program S+ (Sport Plus) Mercedes-AMG vehicles: to use manual gear- shifting, you have two options: Drive program S+ is characterised by the fol- lowing: temporary setting permanent setting the vehicle exhibits particularly sporty driv- ing characteristics. If you activate manual gearshifting, the multi- function display will show the current gear the automatic transmission shifts up later.

  • Page 167: Shifting Gears

    Automatic transmission Permanent setting (Mercedes-AMG All vehicles (except Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles): if the maximum engine speed in the vehicles) currently engaged gear is reached and you continue to accelerate, the automatic trans- mission automatically shifts up in order to prevent engine damage. To shift down: pull steering wheel gearshift paddle :.
  • Page 168 Refuelling During kickdown, you cannot shift gears using the steering wheel gearshift paddles. If you apply full throttle, the automatic trans- mission shifts up to the next gear when the maximum engine speed is reached. This pre- vents the engine from overrevving. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: it is only possible to use kickdown in temporary manual drive Before the engine speed reaches the red area,...
  • Page 169 Refuelling Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a WARNING petrol engine. Do not switch on the ignition Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to if you accidentally refuel with the wrong health. There is a risk of injury. fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel system.

  • Page 170: Refuelling

    Refuelling Push the fuel filler flap in the direction of arrow :. The fuel filler flap will swing open. Turn the fuel filler cap anti-clockwise and remove it. Insert the fuel filler cap into the holder on the inside of fuel filler flap =. Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank, hook in place and refuel.
  • Page 171 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING There is a risk of fire or explosion. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 172: Parking

    Parking To ensure that the vehicle is properly secured Parking against rolling away unintentionally: Important safety notes the electric parking brake must be applied on vehicles with manual transmission, first WARNING gear or reverse gear must be engaged Flammable material such as leaves, grass or on vehicles with automatic transmission, the twigs may ignite if they come into contact transmission must be in position j and the...
  • Page 173 Parking Release the electric parking brake. Switch off the ignition and leave the key in the ignition lock. Electric parking brake General notes WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could: Mercedes-AMG vehicles: press button :. open doors, thereby endangering other With the key: turn the key to position g in persons or road users...

  • Page 174: Applying Or Releasing Manually

    Parking It may not be possible to release an applied The electric parking brake is also applied auto- parking brake if the on-board voltage is low or matically if: if there is a malfunction in the system. Contact Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC brings a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 175: Driving Tips

    Driving tips The electric parking brake of your vehicle is If you leave the vehicle parked up for longer released automatically when all the following than six weeks, it may suffer from lack of use. conditions are fulfilled: Contact a qualified specialist workshop and The engine is running seek advice.
  • Page 176 Driving tips conditions. Consumption can be significantly The ECO display consists of three sections, influenced by your driving style. with an inner and outer area. The sections cor- respond to the following three categories: Acceleration (evaluation of the acceleration processes): the outer area fills up and the inner area lights up green: moder- ate acceleration, especially at...

  • Page 177: Downhill Gradients

    Driving tips Downhill gradients range displayed under Bonus from start Bonus from start does not indicate a fixed consumption reduc- Shift to a lower gear in good time on long and tion. steep downhill gradients. For vehicles with In addition to driving style, the actual con- automatic transmission, you need to activate sumption is affected by other factors, such as: manual gearshifting beforehand (...

  • Page 178: Driving Tips

    This increases the risk of skidding and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which having an accident. correspond to an equivalent quality standard. Do not shift down for additional engine brak-...

  • Page 179: Important Safety Notes

    Driving tips Off-road driving cle becomes trapped in snow. There is a risk of fatal injury. Important safety notes If you leave the engine or the auxiliary heat- ing running, make sure the exhaust pipe and WARNING area around the vehicle are clear of snow. If you drive on a steep incline at an angle or To ensure an adequate supply of fresh air, turn on a steep incline, the vehicle could slip...

  • Page 180: General Notes

    Driving tips impaired, stop the vehicle immediately, pay- Observe the following notes: ing attention to road and traffic conditions. Stop the vehicle before driving off-road. If In such cases, consult a qualified specialist necessary, activate the off-road program workshop. page 153). The vehicle is only designed for easily negotia- To avoid damaging the vehicle, make sure ble off-road terrain and poor road surfaces.
  • Page 181 Driving tips Driving on sand Replace dented or damaged wheels. Wheels: dented or bent wheels can lead to Observe the following rules when driving on a loss of tyre pressure and damage to the sand: tyre bead. Before driving off-road, check the Activate the off-road program ( page 153).

  • Page 182: Maximum Gradient-Climbing Ability

    Driving systems Driving downhill Observe the warnings for off-road driving page 176). Drive slowly. Follow the line of fall when driving on slopes Do not drive at an angle down steep and steep inclines. inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive Before driving on extreme uphill and with the front wheels aligned straight for- extreme downhill gradients, select the off-...

  • Page 183: Selecting

    Driving systems Use cruise control if road and traffic condi- You can operate cruise control and the varia- tions make it appropriate to maintain a steady ble speed limiter with the cruise control lever. speed for a prolonged period. The indicator lamp on the cruise control lever The speed indicated in the speedometer may indicates which system you have selected: differ slightly from the speed stored.

  • Page 184: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems stored speed on downhill gradients by auto- up : to the pressure point for a higher matically braking the vehicle. speed or down ; for a lower speed. Vehicles with manual transmission: Keep the cruise control lever pressed to the always drive at adequate, but not exces- pressure point until the desired speed is set.

  • Page 185: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Variable speed limiter Speed limiter General notes General notes The speed limiter restricts the vehicle speed. The speed limiter brakes automatically to quickly regulate the stored speed. You must select a lower gear in good time on long and steep downhill gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer.
  • Page 186 Driving systems Storing the current speed iter passive iter passive message appears in the multi- function display. You can use the cruise control lever to limit You can then exceed the stored speed. The the speed to any speed above 30 km/h while variable limiter is activated again if, without the engine is running.
  • Page 187 Driving systems speed will remain below the stored speed even As a result, Active Distance Assist in the event of kickdown. DISTRONIC may neither give warnings nor intervene in such situations. There is a risk of an accident. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Always pay careful attention to the traffic General notes situation and be ready to brake.

  • Page 188: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems Cruise control lever Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC can neither reduce the risk of an accident if you fail to adapt your driving style, nor override the laws of physics. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC cannot take into account road, weather or traf- fic conditions.
  • Page 189 Driving systems Activating Active Distance Assist maintained. The position of the accelerator pedal will determine the speed. DISTRONIC You can also activate Active Distance Assist Activation conditions DISTRONIC when stationary. The lowest speed that can be set is 30 km/h. When Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC or the HOLD function is activated, the vehi- Driving with Active Distance Assist...

  • Page 190: Stopping

    Driving systems If there is no vehicle in front, Active Distance After a short period, the vehicle is secured Assist DISTRONIC operates in the same way by the electric parking brake, thus relieving as cruise control. the service brake. If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC detects a Depending on the specified minimum dis- slower-moving vehicle in front, it brakes your tance, your vehicle will come to a standstill...
  • Page 191 Driving systems Deactivating Active Distance Assist Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator DISTRONIC pedal. If you accelerate to overtake, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC adjusts the vehi- cle's speed to the last speed stored, after you have finished overtaking.
  • Page 192 Driving systems the vehicle is skidding you activate Active Parking Assist If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deacti- vated automatically, you will hear a warning tone. You will see the Active Distance Active Distance Assist Off Assist Off message on the multifunction dis- play for approximately five seconds.
  • Page 193 Driving systems Tips for driving with Active Distance HOLD function Assist DISTRONIC General notes General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in the Pay particular attention in the following traffic following situations: situations: when pulling away, especially on steep Cornering, entering and exiting a bend: the slopes ability of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC...
  • Page 194 Driving systems Activation conditions you activate Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC You can activate the HOLD function if: you secure the vehicle using the electric the vehicle is stationary parking brake the engine is running or if it has been auto- After a short period, the vehicle will be matically switched off by the ECO start/ secured by the electric parking brake, thus...
  • Page 195 Driving systems Cancelling start-off assist After the engine has been switched off, it can only be restarted once the HOLD func- Remove your foot from the accelerator tion has been deactivated. pedal. ® Reactivate ESP Start-off assist (except Mercedes- AMG vehicles) RACE START (Mercedes-AMG vehi- cles) Important safety notes...
  • Page 196 Driving systems the transmission is in position h START or if any of the activation conditions are no longer fulfilled. The RACE START not pos‐ RACE START not pos‐ drive program S, S+ or RACE is selected sible See Owner’s Manual sible See Owner’s Manual RACE START RACE START...
  • Page 197 Driving systems ing a sporty driving style, e.g. on winding coun- try roads. General notes Press button : once. Indicator lamp ; lights up. You have selec- DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation) is only ted Sport mode. available for vehicles with the ON&OFF- AMG Ride Control SPORT AMG Ride Control SPORT message...
  • Page 198 Driving systems Activating/deactivating DSR Display in the assistance graphic If you activate DSR and no speed has been set, the vehicle decelerates to 6 km/h. You can only activate DSR when driving at speeds below 30 km/h. Select the Assistance graphic Assistance graphic function using the on-board computer (...
  • Page 199 Driving systems ® Road drive program. ABS, ESP and ETS pro- Chassis with adaptive adjustable grams especially adapted to off-road driving damping are also activated. Select this drive program when driving in easily negotiable off-road ter- General notes rain, e. g. dirt tracks. DYNAMIC BODY CONTROL provides improved Do not use the Off-Road program on roads driving comfort and continuously controls the...
  • Page 200 Driving systems PARKTRONIC Parking Assist Important safety notes Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with ultrasound. It monitors the area around your vehicle using six sensors on the front bumper and six sensors on the rear bumper. Parking Assist PARKTRONIC shows you the distance between your vehicle and an obstacle visually and audibly.

  • Page 201: Warning Displays

    Driving systems Range of the sensors Front sensors Centre Approx. 100 cm General notes Parking Assist PARKTRONIC does not take into Corners Approx. 60 cm account obstacles located: below the detection range, e.g. persons, ani- Rear sensors mals or objects Centre Approx.
  • Page 202 Driving systems The gear lever position or the transmission When the distance to the obstacle is sufficient, position of the automatic transmission and the you will hear an intermittent warning tone. The direction in which the vehicle is rolling deter- shorter the distance to the obstacle, the mine which warning display is active when the shorter the frequency of the intermittent warn-...

  • Page 203: Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is malfunctioning and has been deacti- in the Parking Assist vated. PARKTRONIC warning If problems persist, have Parking Assist PARKTRONIC checked at displays are lit.

  • Page 204: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Detecting parking spaces Active Parking Assist may also display spaces not suitable for parking, e.g.: Objects located above the detection range of in a zone where parking or stopping is pro- Active Parking Assist will not be detected hibited when the parking space is measured.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Parking WARNING If you leave the driver's seat when the vehi- cle is only being braked by the Parking Pack- age with reversing camera, it could roll away: Detected parking space on the left if there is a malfunction in the system or Parking symbol in the voltage supply Detected parking space on the right...
  • Page 206 Driving systems below approximately 10 km/h. Otherwise, Vehicles with manual transmission: the Active Parking Assist will be cancelled. Parking Assist active Engage reverse Parking Assist active Engage reverse Vehicles with automatic transmission: gear gear message appears on the multifunction Active Parking Assist brakes the vehicle to a display.Observe surroundings Observe surroundings standstill when the vehicle approaches the...
  • Page 207 Driving systems Vehicles with manual transmission: position as it is manoeuvred into the parking space. depending on the message or as required, engage forward or reverse gear. a manoeuvring distance of at least 1.0 m Active Parking Assist will immediately steer must be available.

  • Page 208: General Notes

    Driving systems parking using Active Parking Assist is no manoeuvring and parking remains with you. longer possible Make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the manoeuvring area when you you are driving at a speed greater than are manoeuvring or parking.
  • Page 209 Driving systems To activate: make sure that the key is in Use the guidelines only for orientation. Approach objects no further than the bot- position 2 in the ignition lock. tom-most guideline. Make sure that the Activation by R gear Activation by R gear function is selected on the multimedia sys- tem;...
  • Page 210 Driving systems Make sure that the reversing camera is switched on ( page 205). The lane and the guide lines are shown. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space. Using white guide line : as a guide, care- fully reverse until you reach the end posi- tion.
  • Page 211 Driving systems Reverse carefully until you have reached the end position. Red guide line : is then at the end of park- ing space =. The vehicle is almost parallel in the parking space. "Coupling up a trailer" function Yellow guide line for vehicle width includ- ing the exterior mirrors, for current steer- ing input (dynamic) Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in...
  • Page 212 Driving systems Select symbol ? using the controller. instance when parking or at exits with reduced The "Coupling up a trailer" function is selec- visibility. ted. The distance specifications now apply You can show pictures from the 360° camera only to objects that are at the same level as in full-screen mode or in seven different split- the ball coupling.
  • Page 213 Driving systems in the area immediately above the recessed full-screen view with image from the front handle on the boot lid camera very close to the exterior mirrors full-screen view with image from the reversing camera You are responsible for safety at all times and must always pay attention to your immediate surroundings when parking and manoeuvring.
  • Page 214 Driving systems Stopping the 360° camera display Displaying the attention level As soon as your vehicle exceeds a speed of 16 km/h with the function activated, the func- tion switches off. The previous display appears on the COMAND display. You can also switch the display by selecting the &...
  • Page 215 Driving systems When ATTENTION ASSIST has been deactiva- Traffic Sign Assist displays the maximum ted, it is automatically reactivated after the speed permitted and overtaking restrictions to engine has been switched off. The sensitivity the driver in the instrument cluster. Driving selected corresponds to the last selection acti- onto a section of road in the wrong direction vated (standard/sensitive).

  • Page 216: Instrument Cluster Display

    Driving systems Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all coun- traffic sign nor in the instrument cluster but tries. In this case, display : is shown in the must be taken into account when observing multifunction display. the maximum permitted speed. Important safety notes Traffic Sign Assist is only an aid and is not always able to correctly display speed limits...

  • Page 217: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems shop. Blind Spot Assist may no longer work Lane Tracking package properly in such cases. General notes Monitoring range of the sensors The Lane Tracking package consists of Blind In particular, the detection of obstacles can be Spot Assist ( page 214) and Lane Keeping impaired in the following situations: Assist (...

  • Page 218: Collision Warning

    Driving systems Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below You can deactivate the indicator lamps in approximately 30 km/h. Vehicles in the moni- the exterior mirrors. toring range are then not indicated. To do so, you will need to deactivate Blind If Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator Spot Assist if: lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow...

  • Page 219: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer ings are shown in green in the assistance WARNING graphic ( page 231). The Lane Keeping Assist warning does not Standard Standard is selected, no warning vibration return the vehicle to the original lane. There occurs if: is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 220: Towing A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Make sure that the following values are not tion by increasing speed. Decrease your exceeded: speed and do not countersteer. Brake if nec- the permissible noseweight essary. the permissible trailer load the permissible rear axle load of the towing WARNING vehicle If the maximum permissible load for a car-...
  • Page 221 For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the per- increasing altitude. missible rear axle load is increased when you are towing a trailer. See the "Technical data"...
  • Page 222 Towing a trailer If the trailer swings from side to side: Do not accelerate under any circumstances Do not countersteer Brake if necessary Folding out the ball coupling Folding out the ball coupling WARNING Pull out release wheel =. If the ball coupling is not correctly engaged, Turn release wheel = anti-clockwise as far the trailer can detach.
  • Page 223 Towing a trailer ® such as ESP or PARKTRONIC also depends coupling, there is an increased risk of an on this. accident and injury. Only release the ball coupling if the pivoting range is unobstructed. Always make sure Uncoupling a trailer that the ball coupling engages when folding WARNING If you uncouple a trailer with an engaged...
  • Page 224 Towing a trailer You can find more information about installing Open the socket cover. the trailer electrics at a qualified specialist Insert the plug connector with lug : into workshop. groove = on the socket. To switch the connected power supply Turn bayonet connection ;...

  • Page 225: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation The lighting in the instrument cluster, in the Important safety notes displays and the controls in the vehicle interior can be adjusted using the brightness control WARNING knob. If you operate information and communica- The brightness control knob is located on the bottom left of the instrument cluster tion equipment integrated in the vehicle page 35).

  • Page 226: Coolant Temperature Display

    Displays and operation Bear in mind that the outside temperature dis- contact with hot gases or other leaking ser- play indicates the measured air temperature vice products. There is a danger of injury. and not the road surface temperature. Allow an overheating engine to cool down The outside temperature display is in the mul- before opening the bonnet.

  • Page 227: Left Control Panel

    Displays and operation Left control panel Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Scrolls through lists Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects the previous or next station, when the preset list or station list is active, or an audio track or video scene In the (telephone) menu: switches to the phone book and selects a name or telephone number...

  • Page 228: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Rejects or ends a call Exits the telephone book/redial memory Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial memory The following messages may appear in the Multifunction display multifunction display: Z Gearshift recommendation for manual transmission ( page 155) or for automatic transmission (manual gearshifting) page 163)
  • Page 229 Menus and submenus The examples given in this Owner's Manual When 9,999 hours or 99,999 kilometres have apply to vehicles equipped with COMAND been exceeded, the trip computer is automati- Online. cally reset From reset From reset. ECO display Trip menu The ECO display is not available in Mercedes- AMG vehicles.

  • Page 230: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer Navigation menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi Navi menu, the multifunction display shows the navigation instructions. You can find further information on navigation in the Digital Owner's Manual for the multime- dia system. Switch on the multimedia system (see the Press the = or ;...
  • Page 231 Menus and submenus Change of direction without lane recom- able to complete the next two changes of direction without changing lane. mendation Other status indicators of the naviga- tion system Road to which the change of direction leads Distance to change of direction and visual distance display The navigation system displays additional Change-of-direction symbol...
  • Page 232 Menus and submenus DVD video operation Switch on the multimedia system and select radio (see the Digital Owner's Manual). Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Audio Audio menu. To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : but- ton until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown.

  • Page 233: Accepting A Call

    You can obtain further information on suit- If you do not want to make the call: press able mobile phones and connecting mobile the ~ or % button. ® phones via Bluetooth at any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre on the internet at http://www.mercedes- benz.com/connect...
  • Page 234 Menus and submenus Redialling Showing the assistant display The on-board computer saves the last names or numbers dialled in the redial memory. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu. Press the 6 button to switch to the redial memory.
  • Page 235 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Brake Press a to confirm. The current selection appears. Assist To activate/deactivate the message Press the = or ; button on the steer- function: press a again. ing wheel to select the Assist. Assist. menu. Further information about Traffic Sign Assist Press the 9 or : button to select page 212).
  • Page 236 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Instrument cluster Assist Selecting the unit of measurement for Press the = or ; button on the steer- distance ing wheel to select the Assist. Assist. menu. Display unit Speed-/odometer: Display unit Speed-/odometer: func- Press the 9 or : button to select tion allows you to choose whether certain dis- Lane Keeping Assist...
  • Page 237 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the : or 9 button to select the ing wheel to select the Settings Settings menu. Daytime driving lights Daytime driving lights function. If the Daytime driving lights Daytime driving lights function Press the : or 9 button to select the...
  • Page 238 Menus and submenus For further information on the automatic lock- Flammable material such as leaves, grass or ing feature; see ( page 91). twigs may ignite if they come into contact with: Activating/deactivating the audible lock- ing confirmation hot parts of the auxiliary heating's If you switch on the Acoustic Lock Acoustic Lock...
  • Page 239 Menus and submenus Selecting the departure time or deacti- Further information on belt adjustment page 47). vating a selected departure time Press the = or ; button on the steer- Switching the "fold mirrors in when ing wheel to select the Settings Settings menu.
  • Page 240 Menus and submenus must turn the key to position 1 in the ignition Transmission D D /M M lock. ® On On/Off or SPORT handling mode Sport Sport SETUP displays the following information and AMG menu (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) functions: Warm-up digital speedometer gear indicator drive system setting...
  • Page 241 Menus and submenus Displaying the intermediate time Resetting the current lap Stop the RACE TIMER. Press the = or ; button to select Reset Lap Reset Lap. Press a to reset the lap time to "0". Deleting all laps Press the = or ; button to select Interm.

  • Page 242: Display Messages

    Display messages Lap statistics This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until a lap evaluation appears.
  • Page 243 Display messages Press a to confirm. Press the 9 or : button to scroll through the display messages.

  • Page 244: Safety Systems

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ! ÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), BAS (Brake Assist System), ESP ® (Electronic Stability Program), ESP trailer stabilisation, the HOLD currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐ ® function, hill start assist and PRE-SAFE are temporarily unavaila- ble See Owner's ble See Owner's...
  • Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷ ® ® , ESP trailer stabilisation, BAS, the HOLD function, hill start ® assist and PRE-SAFE are temporarily unavailable. currently unavaila‐ currently unavaila‐...
  • Page 246 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, BAS, ESP , ESP trailer stabilisation, the HOLD function, hill start assist and PRE- ÷ ® SAFE are unavailable due to a malfunction. Adaptive brake lights and Active Brake Assist may have also failed.
  • Page 247 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 the ignition off and then on again. Release the electric parking brake manually. Vehicles with manual transmission (automatic emergency release): insert the seat belt in the belt buckle and accelerate slightly more when pulling away.
  • Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
  • Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red ! indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake Parking brake inop‐ Parking brake inop‐ has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit. erative erative The electric parking brake is malfunctioning, e.g.
  • Page 250 The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Check brake pad Check brake pad wear wear At least one main function of the Mercedes-Benz me connect sys- tem is malfunctioning. Inoperative Inoperative Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Service limited.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE inopera‐ PRE-SAFE inopera‐ ® Important PRE-SAFE functions have failed. All other occupant tive See Owner's tive See Owner's safety systems, e.g. airbags, remain available. Manual Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Radar sensors Radar sensors The radar sensor system is malfunctioning.
  • Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up on 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 unintention- ally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered at all.
  • Page 253 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 disabled; airbag disabled; although: see Owner's Manual see Owner's Manual an adult a person of 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 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Further information on the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system ( page 50). The front-passenger front airbag is enabled during the journey Front-passenger Front-passenger airbag enabled; airbag enabled; although: see Owner's Manual see 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...
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions If these conditions are met, the front-passenger seat can be occu- pied again. Whether the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF or ON indicator lamp remains lit or goes out depends on how the automatic front- passenger front airbag deactivation system classifies the vehicle occupant.
  • Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear left-hand or rear right-hand turn signal is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Rear left indicator Rear left indicator page 122). Rear right Rear right indicator indicator...

  • Page 257: Reversing Light

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front left or front right parking lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Front left parking Front left parking page 122). lamp lamp Front Front right parking lamp...
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Adaptive Main-beam Adaptive Main-beam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inopera- Assist currently Assist currently tive. unavailable See unavailable See Possible causes: Owner's Manual Owner's Manual the windscreen is dirty in the camera's field of vision visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog Clean the windscreen.
  • Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant – stop Coolant – stop WARNING vehicle. Switch vehicle. Switch engine off engine off Never drive with an overheated engine. Driving when your engine has overheated can cause any fluids that may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.

  • Page 260: Switching On/Off

    Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any quali- fied specialist workshop or on the internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. Avoid long journeys when there is insufficient engine oil. You...
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions æ The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Operation of the auxiliary heating is deactivated if the fuel level Reserve fuel level Reserve fuel level drops into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest filling station.
  • Page 262 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Possible causes: unavailable; see unavailable; see the area of the windscreen in the camera's field of vision is dirty Owner's Manual Owner's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog...
  • Page 263 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Parking Active Parking The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been fas- Assist cancelled Assist cancelled tened. Repeat the parking process with the seat belt fastened and the driver's door closed.
  • Page 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Distance Active Distance Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily inoperative. Assist currently Assist currently Possible causes: unavailable; see unavailable; see the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g. due to Owner's Manual Owner's Manual electromagnetic radiation emitted by nearby TV or radio stations...

  • Page 265: Cruise Control

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise control Cruise control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. - - - km/h - - - km/h You have tried to store a speed below 30 km/h, for example. ®...
  • Page 266 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tyre pressure Tyre pressure The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant Check tyre(s) Check tyre(s) loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible cause: 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 267 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 appears 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 the tyres may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may...
  • Page 268 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 tyres. The pressure of the affected tyre is not displayed in the multi- function display.
  • Page 269 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Risk of vehicle Risk of vehicle The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the transmission is rolling Transmis‐ rolling Transmis‐ in position k, i or h. sion not in P sion not in P A warning tone will also sound.
  • Page 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Stop vehicle Shift Stop vehicle Shift The automatic transmission has overheated. to P Leave engine to P Leave engine Drive on carefully. running running If the display message disappears, the automatic transmission is available again.
  • Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Trans. oil overhea‐ Trans. oil overhea‐ Mercedes-AMG vehicles: the transmission oil has overheated. ted Drive on with ted Drive on with Manual drive program p and the temporarily active manual drive care care program are no longer available.
  • Page 272 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The trailer tow hitch is not correctly engaged. A warning tone will also sound. Check trailer Check trailer WARNING hitch lock hitch lock If the ball coupling is not engaged, the trailer may come loose. There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 273 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The electric steering lock is malfunctioning. WARNING Steering malfunc‐ Steering malfunc‐ tion See Owner's tion See Owner's The steering may be locked by the electric steering lock. Manual Manual There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 274: Warning And Indicator Lamps On The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key not detected Key not detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle cen- (red display message) trally or start the engine.
  • Page 275 Warning and indicator lamps on 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 six seconds after the engine starts. The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts.
  • Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Safety systems 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. A warn- ing tone will also sound. WARNING The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected.
  • Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps on 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. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) has been deactivated due to a fault. BAS (Brake ®...
  • Page 278 Warning and indicator lamps on 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. ® ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, Active Brake Assist, ESP , ESP trailer stabilisation, EBD (electronic brake force distribution), the HOLD func- ®...
  • Page 279 Warning and indicator lamps on 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. A warning tone will also sound. ®...
  • Page 280 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened due to a risk of skidding or because at least one wheel has started to spin.
  • Page 281 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp ÷å ® ® N The yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps are lit while the engine is run- ning.
  • Page 282 Warning and indicator lamps on 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 on the multifunction display.
  • Page 283 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up while the engine is running and the coolant temperature gauge is at the start of the scale. The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is malfunctioning.
  • Page 284 Warning and indicator lamps on the instrument cluster Warning/ N N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp lights up 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 285 Warning and indicator lamps on 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. If the coolant temperature is below 120 †, you can continue driving to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 286 Warning and indicator lamps on 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/malfunction) is lit. The tyre pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tyres.

  • Page 287: General Notes

    Operating system General notes WARNING Modifications to electronic components, The section on the multimedia system in this their software as well as wiring could affect manual describes the basic principles for oper- their function and/or the operation of other ation. More information can be found in the networked components.

  • Page 288: Adjusting The Volume

    Operating system Cleaning instructions Vehicle functions with system settings Favourites functions Do not touch the display. The display has a very sensitive high-gloss surface; there is a Controller risk of scratching. If you have to clean the screen, however, use a mild cleaning agent The controller in the centre console lets you: and a soft, lint-free cloth.

  • Page 289: Adding Favourites

    Operating system Adding favourites road and traffic conditions and operate the equipment with the vehicle stationary. Adding predefined favourites Press the g button. You must observe the legal requirements for the country in which you are currently driving COMAND Online: slide 6 the controller. when operating the navigation system.
  • Page 290 (only availa- require you to pay a time-based fee ble for selected European countries) (vignette). A vignette allows temporary use select destinations from Mercedes-Benz of the route network, e.g. 10 days or 1 year. Apps Entering an address...
  • Page 291 ® tem and for the PBAP and MAP Bluetooth www.mercedes-benz.com/connect profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the Searching for and authorising (con- manufacturer's operating instructions).
  • Page 292 Text messages and e-mails Repeat authorisation. Further information on suitable mobile Authorisation by entering a passkey phones can be found at: http:// www.mercedes-benz.com/connect (passcode): enter any one- to sixteen-digit number sequence which you have chosen yourself. Searching for and authorising (con- Press ¬...

  • Page 293: Installing The Module

    Operating system Installing the module multimedia system and for the PBAP and ® MAP Bluetooth profiles. The prompt to confirm may take up to two minutes to be displayed (see the manufacturer's operating instructions). Symbols in the device manager The symbols are shown in colour depending on their use.

  • Page 294: General Notes

    Operating system Connecting the mobile phone Multimedia system: Select Tel/ Tel/®. General notes Module: install ( page 290). Before using your mobile phone with the mod- Press and hold button ;. ule and the multimedia system for the first As soon as indicator lamp : starts flashing time, you will need to search for the phone yellow, release the button.
  • Page 295 Operating system Transferring the phone book Switching between mobile phones If you have authorised more than one mobile In order to use the phone book of the mobile phone on the module, you can switch between phone via the multimedia system, the phone the individual phones.

  • Page 296: Inserting/Removing An Sd Card

    Operating system Inserting an SD card Media mode The SD card slot is located on the control General notes panel. Insert the SD card into the SD card slot until If you wish to play external media sources, the the SD card engages. The side with the con- appropriate media mode must already be tacts must face downwards.

  • Page 297: Stowage Areas

    Stowage areas position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Loading guidelines sible and as low down in the luggage com- partment as possible. WARNING the load must not protrude above the upper If objects, luggage or loads are not secured edge of the seat backrests.

  • Page 298: Spectacles Compartment

    Stowage areas To open: press marking :. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or Make sure that the spectacles compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. similar situations. Always make sure that objects do not Stowage compartment in the front project from stowage spaces, luggage...

  • Page 299: Rear

    Stowage areas Stowage compartment/telephone com- partment under the armrest To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards. On vehicles with a fire extinguisher, instead of To open: on vehicles with moveable armr- a stowage compartment the fire extinguisher ests, make sure that the armrest is in the is under the driver's seat.

  • Page 300: Through-Loading Facility In The Rear Compartment

    Stowage areas Observe the loading guidelines ( page 294) Through-loading facility in the rear and the safety notes regarding stowage compartment spaces ( page 294). Folding backrest on the front- passenger seat WARNING If the backrest of the co-driver's seat is fol- ded forward, passengers in the rear com- partment could collide with parts of the seat mechanism, particularly in the event of an...
  • Page 301 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest for- The vehicle occupant would thereby be wards and back pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat back- Folding the rear seat backrest forwards rest. The seat belt cannot protect as intended and could result in additional injury.
  • Page 302 Stowage areas Securing loads Lashing eyelets Observe the following notes on securing loads: Observe the loading guidelines page 294). Secure the load using the lashing eyelets. Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly. Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load.
  • Page 303 Stowage areas cured load during sudden changes in direc- tion, braking or in the event of an accident. There is an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over, e.g.
  • Page 304 Stowage areas Stowage space under the luggage compartment floor Important safety notes WARNING If you drive when the luggage compartment floor is open, objects could be flung around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when braking or abruptly changing directions.

  • Page 305: Attaching The Roof Carrier

    Adjust your driving style and never exceed tainer, in particular when it contains hot liq- the maximum roof load. uid. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and WARNING approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This The heating elements of the cup holder can helps to prevent damage to the vehicle.

  • Page 306: Features

    Features WARNING If you transport objects in the vehicle inte- rior and these are not adequately secured, they could slip or be flung around and thereby strike vehicle occupants. In addi- tion, cup holders, open stowage spaces and mobile phone brackets may not always be able to hold the objects placed in them in the event of an accident.
  • Page 307 Features Glare from the side Fold down the sun visor. Pull the sun visor out of retainer ;. Swing the sun visor to the side. Ashtray Front ashtray The stowage space under the ashtray is not heat resistant. Before placing lit ciga- Fold down the rear seat armrest.

  • Page 308: Cigarette Lighter

    Features To open: pull cover = out by its top edge. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 145). To remove: pull insert ; by recess : in Vehicles with a stowage compartment the direction of arrow ? until it audibly cover: press the lower section of cover :.

  • Page 309: Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System

    Features Power socket in the luggage compart- You can find more information on the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system in the ment Digital Owner's Manual. Mobile phone Important safety notes WARNING If you operate mobile communication equip- ment while driving, you can be distracted from the traffic situation.

  • Page 310: Floor Mats

    -capable mobile phones with the red over to the mobile phone. It is then possi- multimedia system can be obtained: ble to continue the conversation on the mobile at your Mercedes-Benz Service Centre phone. on the Internet at http://www.mercedes- benz.com/connect...
  • Page 311 Features Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that they do not get into the driver's foot- well. Always fit the floormats securely and as prescribed in order to ensure that there is always sufficient room for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place several floormats on top of one another.

  • Page 312: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewellery and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Bonnet ple, away from moving parts. Important safety notes WARNING WARNING The ignition system and the fuel injection An unlocked bonnet may open up when the system operate with a high voltage.

  • Page 313: Opening The Bonnet

    Engine compartment As far as possible, allow the engine to cool down and only touch the components described in the following. Make sure that the windscreen wipers are switched off. Pull release lever : on the bonnet. The bonnet is released. With your hand flat, push down active bon- net : in the area around the hinges on both sides (arrows) until you feel it engage.

  • Page 314: Closing The Bonnet

    Engine compartment Closing the bonnet WARNING Safety relevant functions are restricted or Raise the bonnet slightly and, at the same time, remove support strut ? from yellow no longer available if: retaining clip =. the engine is not running Swing support strut ? down and press it the brake system or power steering is into bracket A until it engages.
  • Page 315 365). A list of the engine oils and oil filters that have been tested and approved in accord- ance with Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Checking and adding other service Service Products is available at any products Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
  • Page 316 Engine compartment Further information on coolant ( page 367). the cap, you could be scalded if hot coolant sprays out. There is a risk of injury. Topping up the windscreen washer Let the engine cool down before you open system the cap.

  • Page 317: Assyst Plus

    A number or another letter may be A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a displayed after the letter. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, will reset the For certain countries only: the position after ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the the letter indicates any necessary addi- service work has been carried out.

  • Page 318: Special Service Requirements

    Use care products and cleaning agents recom- In particularly dusty conditions, or if air- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. recirculation mode is frequently used. In these or similar operating conditions, have the interior filter, engine air cleaner, engine oil...

  • Page 319: High-Pressure Cleaner

    Use a soft sponge to clean the vehicle. around whilst cleaning. Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Do not aim directly at any of the following: shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. tyres Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a door gaps, roof gaps, joints etc.
  • Page 320 Use only insect remover and car shampoo damage the paintwork. from the range of care products approved by Scratches, corrosive deposits, areas affected Mercedes-Benz. by corrosion and damage caused by inade- quate care cannot always be completely Cleaning the decorative film repaired.

  • Page 321: Cleaning The Windows

    There is Mercedes-Benz, should be used when dirt has a danger of injury. penetrated the decorative film surface or the Always switch off the windscreen wipers and decorative film has become dull.

  • Page 322: Cleaning The Sensors

    Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Cleaning the mirror turn signal Only use cleaning agents or cleaning cloths that are suitable for plastic lenses.
  • Page 323 Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product These may damage the display surface. Do tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning. This could lead to irreparable Cleaning the trailer tow hitch damage to the display.
  • Page 324 Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use marks caused by growth and injury leather care agents that have been recom- subtle colour differences mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. These are characteristics of leather and not material faults. Cleaning wood trim and trim elements...
  • Page 325 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu- tion. 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 326: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? Notes on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing and stowing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a tumble dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in Do not dry-clean front door stowage compartments :.

  • Page 327: First Aid Kit

    Where will I find...? so, contact your local waste disposal com- First-aid kit pany. Warning triangle Removing/replacing the warning trian- Open the tailgate. Lift the boot floor upwards. Remove the first-aid kit :. Check the expiry date on the first-aid kit at least once a year.

  • Page 328: Preparing The Vehicle

    Flat tyre Open the tailgate. Vehicle tool kit Swing the luggage compartment floor General notes upwards ( page 301). Use the TIREFIT kit ( page 327) or remove Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: the TIREFIT kit is located in the stowage well under the luggage Towing eye = is located under tyre inflation compartment floor.
  • Page 329 Flat tyre therefore recommended that you additionally in one or more tyres. The affected tyre must equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit not show any clearly visible damage. tyres that do not feature run-flat characteris- You can recognise MOExtended tyres by the tics, e.g.
  • Page 330 Flat tyre equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you fit WARNING tyres that do not feature run-flat characteris- In the following situations, the tyre sealant is tics, e.g. winter tyres. A TIREFIT kit can be unable to provide sufficient breakdown obtained from a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 331 Flat tyre The air pump can be operated again once it has cooled down. Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes on the sticker on the tyre inflation compres- sor. Using the TIREFIT kit Remove cap from valve C on the faulty tyre.
  • Page 332 Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. specialist workshop. Tyre pressure reached In your vehicle, you will find a sticker with the Mercedes-Benz Service24h telephone number, e.g. on the B-pillar on the driver's WARNING side. A tyre temporarily sealed with tyre sealant...

  • Page 333: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) To reduce the tyre pressure: depress There is a risk of an accident. pressure release button : next to pressure In the event of a short circuit or a similar gauge ;. incident, contact a qualified specialist work- When the tyre pressure is correct, unscrew shop immediately.
  • Page 334 Always have work on the battery carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Should it, in exceptional circumstances, be For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- absolutely necessary to disconnect the bat- mends that you only use batteries which have tery yourself, please observe the following: been tested and approved for your vehicle by switch off the engine and remove the key.

  • Page 335: Charging The Battery

    Only charge the installed battery with a battery a risk of an explosion. charger which has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. A battery charger unit spe- Particularly avoid fire, naked flames, creat- cially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and ing sparks and smoking. Ensure there is suf-...

  • Page 336: Jump-Starting

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have ogies is not permitted. For safety reasons, the 12-V battery replaced at a qualified spe- Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service batteries that have been tested and Centre. approved for your vehicle by Mercedes- Benz.
  • Page 337 Jump-starting WARNING A discharged battery can freeze at temperatures below freezing point. When jump-starting the vehicle or charging the battery, gases can escape from the battery. There is a risk of an explo- sion. Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before charging it or jump-starting. Vehicles with a petrol engine: avoid repeated and lengthy starting attempts.
  • Page 338 Jump-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Press together cover : of positive clamp ; and slide it back. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery B using the jump lead.

  • Page 339: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate Towing and tow-starting these systems in the following or similar sit- Important safety notes uations: when towing away WARNING in a car wash Safety relevant functions are restricted or Make sure that the electric parking brake no longer available if: is released.

  • Page 340: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Vehicles with automatic transmission must Fitting/removing the towing eye not be tow-started. The transmission may Fitting the towing eye otherwise be damaged. Observe the legal requirements for the rele- vant countries when towing and tow-starting. It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed.
  • Page 341 Towing and tow-starting Place the towing eye in the stowage well Towing the vehicle away with all under the luggage compartment floor wheels on the ground page 325). It is important that you observe the safety Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit: replace the tyre instructions when towing away your vehicle inflation compressor ( page 325).

  • Page 342: Permitted Towing Methods

    As soon as the vehicle is loaded: Permitted towing methods Secure the vehicle against rolling away by Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your applying the electric parking brake. vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than Vehicles with manual transmissions: fully towing it away.

  • Page 343: Electrical Fuses

    Only use fuses that have been approved the engine has cooled down for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the exhaust system has cooled down the correct fuse rating for the system con- When tow-starting, it is important that you cerned.
  • Page 344 Electrical fuses Fuse box in the engine compartment WARNING When the bonnet is open, and the wind- screen 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 345 Electrical fuses To release cover =, press retaining clamp ;. Fold out cover = in the direction of the arrow to the catch. Remove cover = forwards. Fuse allocation chart ? is located on the lower right-hand side of cover =. To close: insert cover = on the left-hand side of the fuse box into the retainer.

  • Page 346: Operation

    You could otherwise Accessories that are not approved for your damage the wheel rims and tyres. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used correctly can impair operating safety. Before purchasing and using non-approved Regular checking of wheels and...
  • Page 347 Therefore, only use tyre types and sizes ard valve cap or other valve caps specially approved for your vehicle model. Observe approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. the tyre load rating and speed rating Do not fit any other valve caps or systems, e.g.

  • Page 348: Winter Operation

    Change the tyres on your vehicle to maximum permissible speed for the M+S tyres M+S tyres. Using summer tyres at very cold page 183). temperatures could cause tears to form, thereby damaging the tyres permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for this type of damage.

  • Page 349: Tyre Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent quality standard. For more There is a risk of an accident. information, please contact a qualified special- Observe the recommended tyre pressure ist workshop.
  • Page 350 This can also result in tyre pressure loss. There is a risk of accident. 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.
  • Page 351 Tyre pressure Restarting the tyre pressure loss Tyre pressure loss warning system warning system General notes Restart the tyre pressure loss warning system While the vehicle is in motion, the tyre pres- if you have: sure loss warning system monitors the set tyre changed the tyre pressure pressure using the rotational speed of the changed the wheels or tyres...
  • Page 352 Tyre pressure Press the a button. The tyre pressure monitor is not able to warn The tyre pressure values stored at the last you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the restart will continue to be monitored. tyre is penetrated by a foreign object. In this event, bring the vehicle to a halt by braking carefully.
  • Page 353 Tyre pressure Press the 9 or : button to select few minutes of driving, this is rectified and the Tyre pressure Tyre pressure. tyre pressures are displayed in the correct positions. Press the a button. The current tyre pressure for each wheel will be displayed on the multifunction display.

  • Page 354: Changing A Wheel

    Model: MC34MA4 call system: in the event of a flat tyre, you Type Approval Number: can contact the Customer Assistance Centre TRC/LPD/2011/158 for the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system page 352). Morocco AGREE PAR L'ANRT MAROC Numero d'agrement: MR 10216 ANRT 2012...

  • Page 355: Changing The Wheels

    Changing a wheel An arrow on the sidewall of the tyre indicates Changing the wheels its correct direction of rotation. WARNING Interchanging the front and rear wheels if Mounting wheels the wheels or tyres have different dimen- sions may severely impair the driving char- Store wheels in a cool, dry and preferably dark place if they are not being used.

  • Page 356: Securing The Vehicle Against Rolling Away

    Changing a wheel Raising the vehicle Necessary tyre-changing tools may include, for example: WARNING Jack If you do not position the jack correctly at Wheel chock the appropriate jacking point of the vehicle, Wheel wrench the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised.
  • Page 357 Changing a wheel Do not open or close a door or the tailgate when the vehicle is raised. Ensure that no persons are present in the vehicle when raising the vehicle. Vehicles with steel wheels: the hub cap cov- ers the wheel bolts. Before you can unscrew the wheel bolts, you must remove the wheel trim.

  • Page 358: Lowering The Vehicle

    The wheels could come loose if the wheel use only wheel bolts that have been approved bolts or wheel nuts are not tightened to the for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective prescribed tightening torque. There is a risk wheel. of an accident.

  • Page 359: Wheel/Tyre Combinations

    MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tyres featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tyres) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tyres may Tighten the wheel bolts evenly in a cross- only be used on wheels that have been spe- wise pattern in the sequence indicated (: cifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.

  • Page 360: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Emergency spare wheel Large wheels: the lower the section width are different to those of the wheel being for a certain wheel size, the lower the ride replaced. comfort is on poor road surfaces. Roll com- Only use a spare wheel/emergency spare fort and suspension comfort are reduced wheel briefly if the dimensions are differ- and the risk of damage to the wheels and...
  • Page 361 Emergency spare wheel same as the current tyre pressure of the emer- gency spare wheel. Removing the emergency spare wheel Vehicles with the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel: The "Minispare" emergency spare wheel is secured in emergency spare wheel bag : in the luggage compartment.

  • Page 362: Information On Technical Data

    The data may therefore differ for vehicles always connect them to the low-reflection with optional equipment. You can obtain fur- exterior aerial. ther information from a Mercedes-Benz Ser- vice Centre. The operating permit may be invalidated if the instructions for installation and use of two-way radios are not observed.

  • Page 363: Identification Plates

    Vehicle identification plate with Deviations in respect of wavebands, maximum vehicle identification number (VIN) 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 fol- lowing values:...

  • Page 364: Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)

    Components and service products must be matched. Use only products recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Damage caused by the use of products that have not been recommended is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill gestures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the appro- priate section.
  • Page 365 Model Total capa- You can obtain further information at any city qualified specialist workshop or on the Inter- Models with 4MATIC 56.0 l net at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. All other models 50.0 l Fuel Model Of which Important safety notes reserve fuel Mercedes-AMG vehicles Approx.
  • Page 366 Service products and capacities petrol with additives containing metal diesel Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recom- mended for your vehicle. You will usually find information about the fuel grade on the fuel pump. If you cannot find the label on the fuel pump, ask the filling station staff.
  • Page 367 Mercedes-Benz. Observe the instructions for use in the product description. More marine diesel information about recommended additives heating oil can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz pure fatty acid methyl ester or vegetable Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use fuel paraffin or kerosene brands that have additives.
  • Page 368 Further information on fuel is available: Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz-approved at filling stations engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz at a qualified specialist workshop engines. Further information on tested and approved Low outside temperatures engine oils can be obtained from any In winter months, diesel fuel with an improved Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.

  • Page 369: Filling Capacities

    Information about approved brake fluid can be The following values refer to an engine oil obtained at any qualified specialist workshop change, including the oil filter. or on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. Model Replacement amount Have the brake fluid regularly replaced at a...
  • Page 370 There is a risk of fire and injury. Mercedes-Benz recommends a coolant or cor- Let the engine cool down before you top up rosion inhibitor/antifreeze concentrate in the antifreeze. Make sure that antifreeze is accordance with not spilled next to the filler neck.

  • Page 371: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data At temperatures above freezing: Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Fill the washer fluid reservoir with a mixture of water and washer fluid, e.g. MB Summer- Model Fit. Maximum Height Mix one part MB SummerFit to 100 parts head- when water.

  • Page 372: Vehicle Data For Off-Road Driving

    Vehicle data for off-road driving Vehicle data for off-road driving GLA 200 Approach/departure angle Vehicle length 4424 mm Vehicle width including 2022 mm outside mirrors Vehicle width excluding 1804 mm exterior mirrors Vehicle height 1532 mm Minimum ground clear- 204 mm ance Wheelbase 2699 mm...

  • Page 373: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch ses this and brakes the wheels accordingly. Not all models can tow a trailer. Further infor- The rear wheel torque is increased and it is mation ( page 218). easier to pull away. For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the Further information on the maximum gradient overhang dimension including protective cov- climbing ability (...
  • Page 374 Trailer tow hitch Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 200 d 1500 kg 1500 kg GLA 250 1500 kg 1500 kg Missing values were not available at the time of going to print. Model Automatic transmission GLA 200 d 4MATIC 1800 kg GLA 220 (156.945) GLA 220 d...
  • Page 375 Trailer tow hitch Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 200 d 750 kg 750 kg GLA 250 715 kg 730 kg Model Automatic transmission GLA 200 d 4MATIC 750 kg GLA 220 (156.945) 725 kg GLA 220 d 750 kg GLA 220 d 4MATIC 750 kg GLA 250 4MATIC...
  • Page 376 Trailer tow hitch Permissible rear axle load during trailer towing Not all models can tow a trailer. For further information, see ( page 218). Model Manual transmission Automatic transmission GLA 180 995 kg 995 kg GLA 180 d 1005 kg GLA 200 995 kg 995 kg...

  • Page 380: Editorial Office

    Publication details Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: http://www.mercedes-benz.com http://www.daimler.com Editorial office You are welcome to forward any queries or suggestions you may have regarding this Own- er's Manual to the technical documentation...
  • Page 381 Digital - on the Internet You can find the Owner's Manual on the Mercedes-Benz homepage. Digital - as an App ® The Mercedes-Benz Guides App is available for free on the Apple App store or Google Play. Apple® iOS Android™...

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