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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É1665846800hËÍ 1665846800 Order no. 6515 0509 13 Part no. 166 584 68 00 Edition B 2014...
  • Page 2 Internet This symbol indicates an ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Further information about Mercedes-Benz instruction that must be followed. Bluetooth SIG Inc. vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found Several of these symbols in DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 23 Safety ........... 41 Opening and closing ......79 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors . . 105 Lights and windshield wipers ..127 Climate control ......... 145 Driving and parking ......165 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 6 Index Adaptive Brake Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Display message ......298 115 V socket ........353 Function/notes ........ 71 12 V socket Adaptive Highbeam Assist see Sockets Display message ......306 360° camera Function/notes ......134 Cleaning ......... 380 Switching on/off ......

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Audio menu (on-board computer) ..278 Ball coupling Audio system Installing ........265 see separate operating instructions Removing ........269 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Storing ........... 269 see Qualified specialist workshop BAS (Brake Assist System) ....68 Authorized Workshop BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System see Qualified specialist workshop PLUS) ............
  • Page 8 Index Belt see Seat belts see Vehicle Belt force limiter Care Activation ......... 59 360° camera ......... 380 Function ........... 59 Carpets .......... 383 Blind Spot Assist Car wash ........376 Activating/deactivating ....281 Display ........... 381 Display message ......314 Exhaust pipe ........
  • Page 9 Index Central locking Rear control panel (3-zone automatic climate control with Automatic locking (on-board computer) ........284 additional rear-compartment Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ..80 climate control) ......152 Changing bulbs Refrigerant ........452 Refrigerant filling capacity ..... 452 Brake lamps ........140 Setting the air distribution .....
  • Page 10 Index Cornering light function Digital speedometer ......276 Display message ......303 DIRECT SELECT lever Function/notes ......133 see Automatic transmission Crash-responsive emergency Display message lighting ..........137 ASSYST PLUS ........ 374 Crosswind driving assistance .... 74 Display messages Cruise control Calling up (on-board computer) ..
  • Page 11 Level control (vehicles with the see Seats ON&OFFROAD package) ....212 Driving abroad On-road programs ......253 Mercedes-Benz Service ....376 PARKTRONIC ......... 222 Symmetrical low beam ....128 Rear view camera ......230 Driving in mountainous terrain Driving tips Approach/departure angle ....
  • Page 12 Index Symmetrical low beam ....128 Engine Tire ruts ......... 199 Check Engine warning lamp ... 333 Towing a trailer ......264 Display message ......306 Traveling uphill ....... 200 Engine number ...... 444, 445 Wet road surface ......194 Irregular running ......
  • Page 13 Index Folding in/out (automatically) ..123 Fuel level Folding in/out (electrically) ... 123 Calling up the range (on-board Folding in when locking (on-board computer) ........276 computer) ........286 Fuel tank Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 123 Capacity ........446 Setting ...........
  • Page 14 Index High-beam headlamps Adaptive Highbeam Assist ..... 134 Jack Changing bulbs ......139 Storage location ......386 Display message ......304 Using ..........429 Switching on/off ......132 Jump starting (engine) ...... 395 Hill start assist ........171 HOLD function Deactivating ........
  • Page 15 Index Light function, active Low-beam headlamps Display message ......305 Changing bulbs ......138 Lighting Display message ......303 Light switch ........128 Setting for driving abroad Lights (symmetrical) ......... 128 Activating/deactivating the Switching on/off ......129 interior lighting delayed switch-off . 284 LOW RANGE Active light function .......
  • Page 16 Index Media Interface see Separate operating instructions Occupant Classification System Memory card (audio) ......278 (OCS) Memory function ....... 125 Faults ..........53 Message memory (on-board Operation ......... 49 computer) .......... 290 System self-test ....... 51 Mirrors Occupant safety see Exterior mirrors Air bags ...........
  • Page 17 Index On-board computer AMG menu ........287 Paint code number ......444 Assistance menu ......280 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) . . . 378 Audio menu ........278 Panic alarm .......... 42 Convenience submenu ....285 Panorama roof with power tilt/ Displaying a service message ..
  • Page 18 Index Power closing feature ......88 Rear seats Power washers ........377 Adjusting ........111 Display message ......322 Power windows Rear view camera see Side windows Cleaning instructions ..... 380 ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant Function/notes ......230 protection) Switching on/off ......231 Display message ......
  • Page 19 Index Sliding sunroof ......... 99 Folding down/up (third row of Tailgate ..........89 seats) ..........111 Reversing lamps (display message) 305 Folding the 2nd row of seats Roadside Assistance (breakdown) ..25 forward electrically ......115 Roller sunblind Folding the 2nd row of seats forward manually ......
  • Page 20 Index Sliding sunroof Standing lamps Important safety notes ....98 Display message ......305 Opening/closing ......99 Switching on/off ......131 Problem (malfunction) ....103 Starting (engine) ........ 169 Resetting ........100 STEER CONTROL ........76 see Panorama roof with power Steering (display message) ....
  • Page 21 Index Switching air-recirculation mode Vehicle remote malfunction on/off ..........161 diagnosis ........362 Vehicle remote unlocking ....361 Tele Aid General notes ........ 355 Tachometer ........273 Telephone Tailgate Accepting a call ......279 Display message ......321 Display message ......322 Emergency unlocking .......
  • Page 22 Index Warning lamp ......... 337 Replacing ........427 Warning message ......414 Service life ........406 Tires Sidewall (definition) ....... 426 Aspect ratio (definition) ....426 Speed rating (definition) ....425 Average weight of the vehicle Storing ........... 428 Structure and characteristics occupants (definition) ....
  • Page 23 Index Important safety notes ....263 Turn signals Installing the ball coupling ..... 265 Display message ......303 Mounting dimensions ....456 Switching on/off ......131 Power supply ......... 270 TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) Pulling away with a trailer ....170 (definition) .........
  • Page 24 Index Vehicle emergency locking ....88 Mounting a wheel ......428 Overview ........404 Vehicle identification number Removing a wheel ......431 see VIN Vehicle identification plate ....444 Storing ........... 428 Tightening torque ......432 Vehicle level Wheel size/tire size ....... 432 AMG adaptive sport suspension Window curtain air bag system ...........

  • Page 25: Protection Of The Environment General Notes

    Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, will help to protect the environment. transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...

  • Page 26: Service And Warranty Information

    Booklet are important documents and should relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use be kept in the vehicle. only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and Service and vehicle operation accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix service advisor will record every service for one or more substantial defects or you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.

  • Page 28: Important Safety Notes

    Delivery Program. For details, consult an system failures. There is a risk of an accident. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses. Always have the prescribed service/ maintenance work as well as any required...

  • Page 29: Declarations Of Conformity

    Introduction these materials come in contact with hot hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a parts of the exhaust system, they can catch risk of fire. fire. When driving off road or on unpaved roads, In such situations, have the vehicle check the vehicle's underside regularly.

  • Page 30: Customer Relations Department

    If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem Qualified specialist workshop again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of the following addresses. An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a In the USA qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 31: Reporting Safety Defects

    Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. New or Used-Vehicle Warranty. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record...

  • Page 32: Copyright

    Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all liability arising from the extraction of this information by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz personnel.
  • Page 33 Dashboard ........... 32 Instrument cluster ......33 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 35 Center console ........36 Overhead control panel ...... 39 Door control panel ......40...

  • Page 34: Dashboard

    Dashboard Dashboard Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusts the steering wheel shifters manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood PARKTRONIC warning Diagnostics connection display Electric parking brake Overhead control panel...

  • Page 35: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer with Coolant temperature segments Multifunction display Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting Tachometer...

  • Page 36: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam 6 SRS headlamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps % Diesel engine: ® preglow ÷ ESP ? Coolant K High-beam headlamps R Rear fog lamp Electric parking brake (red) ;...

  • Page 37: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display; see the separate operating instructions Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists Switches on the Voice To confirm your selection Control System; see the Hiding display messages separate operating instructions...

  • Page 38: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND; see the separate £ Hazard warning operating instructions lamps c Seat heating 4 5 Indicator lamp s Seat ventilation ® å ESP c PARKTRONIC...

  • Page 39: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package Function Page Function Page Á Level control Cup holder à DSR (Downhill Speed Ashtray Regulation) Cigarette lighter p Manual drive program Socket Selector wheel for on-road COMAND controller; see programs the separate operating Selector wheel for off-road...
  • Page 40 Center console Vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD Function Page package and AMG vehicles à DSR (Downhill Speed Function Page Regulation) Cup holder e Adaptive Damping Ashtray System Cigarette lighter à Adjusts the AMG Socket adaptive damping system (AMG vehicles) COMAND controller; see the separate operating Stowage compartment with instructions...

  • Page 41: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- Eyeglasses compartment hand reading lamp on/off F Roadside Assistance c Switches the front call button (mbrace system) interior lighting on G SOS button (mbrace u Switches the rear system) interior lighting on/off ï...

  • Page 42: 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 q Opens/closes the tailgate r 45 = Stores settings for the seat, ± Opens/closes the exterior mirrors and hinged power side windows steering wheel (memory n Activates/...
  • Page 43 Useful information ......42 Panic alarm .......... 42 Occupant safety ........42 Children in the vehicle ......60 Driving safety systems ....... 66 Theft deterrent locking system ..77...

  • Page 44: Useful Information

    If it is necessary to modify an air bag system Panic alarm to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz center. USA only: for further information contact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1800-367-6372).

  • Page 45: Safety Guidelines

    Only use seat belts installed or supplied by an authorized SRS warning lamp Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency WARNING Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain If SRS is malfunctioning, child restraint...

  • Page 46: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz Do not install additional trim material, seat strongly recommends that you inform the covers, badges, etc. to the: subsequent owner that the vehicle is padded steering wheel boss equipped with SRS. Also, refer them to the knee bag covers applicable section in the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 47: Occupant Safety

    The air bags are deployed if the air bag control you have any difficulties, please contact an unit detects the need for deployment. Only in authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the event of such a situation will the air bags do not lean your head or chest close to the provide their supplemental protection.
  • Page 48 Occupant safety bags to provide their supplemental They are deployed: protection. at the start of an accident with a high rate In the event of other types of impacts and of vehicle acceleration or deceleration in a impacts below air bag deployment longitudinal direction thresholds, the air bags will not deploy.

  • Page 49: Knee Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have front-passenger seat is occupied been approved for the respective seat by the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator Mercedes-Benz. lamp on the center console is not lit page 49) WARNING the air bag control unit predicts a high...

  • Page 50: Window Curtain Air Bag

    Occupant safety When deployed, the side impact air bags offer whether the front-passenger seat is occupied additional protection for the thorax and, on or not. the front seats, the pelvis of the vehicle occupants on the side of the vehicle on which Window curtain air bags the impact occurs.

  • Page 51: Indicator Lamp

    Occupant safety Occupant Classification System With the 45 indicator lamp out, the (OCS) front passenger front air bag is activated. When the OCS senses that the front Method of operation passenger seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small WARNING individual, the 45 indicator lamp will If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates...
  • Page 52 The only means to eliminate technicians as soon as possible. Contact an this risk completely is never to place a child authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. in a rear-facing child restraint in the front- Only have the seat repaired or replaced at an passenger seat.

  • Page 53: System Self-Test

    You with the seat belt fastened correctly must contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz in a position that is as upright as possible Center before seating any child on the front with their back against the seat backrest passenger seat.
  • Page 54 Occupant safety Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up: if you turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 if you press the KEYLESS-GO Start/Stop button once or twice on vehicles with KEYLESS-GO if an adult is seated properly on the front-...
  • Page 55 Occupant safety Problems with the occupant classification system WARNING If the 45 indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual has been detected on the passenger seat, do not allow any occupant to use the passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
  • Page 56 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The OCS is malfunctioning. BAG OFF indicator Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the lamp does not light up child seat. and/or stays on. Make sure that the backrest and base of the child restraint The front-passenger system are resting securely on the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 57 "Seat-belt adjustment" Only use seat belts that have been approved page 57). for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. The use of seat belts and infant and child restraint systems is required by law in: Seat belts...
  • Page 58 Occupant safety that could result in serious injuries in the such as eyeglasses, pens, keys etc., as event of an accident. these might cause injuries. Each occupant should wear their seat belt Make sure the seat belt is always fitted at all times, because seat belts help reduce snugly.

  • Page 59: Fastening

    Occupant safety Fastening seat belts Engage belt tongue ; in buckle =. Seat-belt adjustment: if necessary, the WARNING driver's and front-passenger seat belts According to accident statistics, children are automatically adjust to the upper body safer when properly restrained on the rear page 57).

  • Page 60: Releasing

    Occupant safety Belt height adjustment You can adjust the seat belt height on the front seats. Adjust the belt to a height that allows the upper part of the seat belt to be routed across the center of your shoulder. Belt sash guide To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards.

  • Page 61: Function

    Occupant safety ! If the front-passenger seat is not occupied, do not engage the seat belt if a vehicle speed of 15 mph (25 km/h) is tongue in the buckle on the front- exceeded, the 7 seat belt warning lamp passenger seat.

  • Page 62: In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle The ETDs are triggered depending on the type seat recommended for the size and weight of and severity of an accident: the child. in the event of a head-on or rear-end The infant or child restraint must be properly collision if the vehicle decelerates or secured with the vehicle's seat belt, the seat accelerates rapidly in a longitudinal...

  • Page 63: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle WARNING so, make sure the 4 5 indicator lamp is illuminated, indicating that the front If the child restraint system is installed passenger front air bag is deactivated. incorrectly or is not secured, it can come Should the 4 5 indicator lamp not loose in the event of an accident, heavy illuminate or go out while the restraint is...
  • Page 64 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you always get out and disrupt traffic. properly secure all infants and children with operate the vehicle's equipment.

  • Page 65: Special Seat Belt Retractor

    Children in the vehicle Observe the warning labels in the vehicle Removing a child restraint system/ interior or on the infant or child restraint. deactivating the special seat belt retractor: Always comply with the manufacturer's Special seat belt retractor installation instructions. Press the seat belt release button and WARNING guide the belt tongue to the belt outlet.

  • Page 66: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle vehicle's seat belt system. Install the child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. Top Tether Top Tether anchorages WARNING If the rear seat backrests are not locked, they could fold forwards in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden changes of Securing rings for the outer seats in the second row direction.

  • Page 67: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle compartment cover : if cargo compartment cover is installed. Top Tether belt B is routed between the rear seat backrest ; and the cargo net if the cargo net is installed. Tension Top Tether belt B. Comply with the manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.

  • Page 68: Rear Doors

    Driving safety systems vehicle is unlocked, the door can be opened WARNING from the outside. If children are traveling in the vehicle, they To activate: press the child-proof lock could: lever up in the direction of arrow :. open doors, thus endangering other people Make sure that the child-proof locks are or road users working properly.

  • Page 69: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Plus) ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) page 68) General information COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST (distance warning function and adaptive Brake ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way Assist) ( page 69) that the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steering the ®...

  • Page 70: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems The pulsating brake pedal can be an BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System indication of hazardous road conditions, and PLUS) functions as a reminder to take extra care General information while driving. Observe the "Important safety notes" Off-road ABS section ( page 67).

  • Page 71: Collision Prevention Assist

    Driving safety systems within a speed range between 4 mph As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all (7 km/h) and 155 mph (250 km/h). critical situations. There is a risk of an accident. At speeds of up to approximately 40 mph (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can also react to Always pay careful attention to the traffic stationary objects.
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems Brake immediately in order to increase the Thus, the distance warning function cannot distance from the vehicle in front. provide a warning in all critical situations. There is a risk of an accident. Take evasive action, provided it is safe to Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

  • Page 73: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist braking force necessary to avoid a rear-end collision. Should you apply the brakes Observe the "Important safety notes" vigorously, Adaptive Brake Assist will section ( page 67). automatically increase the braking force to a level suitable for the traffic conditions.

  • Page 74: Ets (Electronic Traction System)

    Driving safety systems Off-road 4ETS (Electronic Traction a vehicle traveling in front on a different line System) relative to the center of your vehicle new vehicles or after the COLLISION A 4ETS system specifically suited to off-road PREVENTION ASSIST system has been terrain is activated automatically once the off- serviced road program is activated (...

  • Page 75: Characteristics

    Driving safety systems ® Characteristics of ESP ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the following situations: General information when using snow chains If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before in deep snow ® beginning the journey, ESP is automatically on sand or gravel active.

  • Page 76: Crosswind Driving Assistance

    Driving safety systems The spinning of the wheels results in a ® trailer stabilization does not work if cutting action for better traction on loose ® is deactivated or disabled because of a surfaces. malfunction. traction control is still activated. Crosswind driving assistance ®...

  • Page 77: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes You should therefore adapt your driving style to the different handling characteristics. Have WARNING the brake system checked at a qualified ® PRE-SAFE Brake will initially brake your specialist workshop. vehicle by a partial application of the brakes Observe information regarding indicator and if a danger of collision is detected.

  • Page 78: Steer Control

    Driving safety systems Recognition by the radar sensor system is At speeds of up to approximately 40 mph also impaired in the event of: ® (70 km/h) PRE-SAFE Brake can also detect stationary objects. Examples of stationary dirt on the sensors or anything else objects are stopped or parked vehicles.

  • Page 79: Theft Deterrent Locking System

    Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz the tailgate Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the the hood USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 80 Theft deterrent locking system To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off. Press the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off.
  • Page 81 Useful information ......80 SmartKey ..........80 Doors ............ 86 Cargo compartment ......89 Side windows ........93 Sliding sunroof ........98...

  • Page 82: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey, the SmartKey could be models and all standard and optional unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This equipment of your vehicle available at the could cause the engine to be switched off.

  • Page 83: Locking

    SmartKey To unlock centrally: press button =. KEYLESS-GO checks whether a valid SmartKey is in the vehicle by periodically If you do not open the vehicle within establishing a radio connection between the approximately 40 seconds of unlocking: vehicle and the SmartKey. This happens: the vehicle is locked again.

  • Page 84: Start/Stop Button

    SmartKey seconds until the battery check lamp There are several ways to turn off the alarm: flashes twice ( page 83). To deactivate the alarm with the If the setting of the locking system is SmartKey: press the % or & button changed within the signal range of the on the SmartKey.

  • Page 85: Replacing

    Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If SmartKey ( page 82). a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment.
  • Page 86 SmartKey Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so. Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants. Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it.

  • Page 87: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You cannot lock or The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. unlock the vehicle Try again to lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control using the SmartKey. function of the SmartKey.

  • Page 88: Important Safety Notes

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 394).

  • Page 89: Doors

    Doors Unlocking and opening doors from the inside You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks page 66).

  • Page 90: Vehicle

    Doors Automatic locking feature Unlocking the driver's door (mechanical key) If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered ( page 77).

  • Page 91: Cargo Compartment

    Cargo compartment Take the mechanical key out of the Turn off the engine before opening the SmartKey ( page 82). tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open. Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the driver's door as far as it will go. WARNING If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip...

  • Page 92: Opening And Closing

    Cargo compartment opening or closing, this procedure is stopped. Press the % button on the SmartKey. If the tailgate is stopped during the closing Pull handle : and release it. procedure, it will open again automatically. The tailgate opens automatically. The automatic obstacle recognition with reversing function is only an aid.

  • Page 93: Opening Dimensions

    Cargo compartment press the closing or locking button on the Use one of the following options to stop the tailgate. closing process: pull the handle on the tailgate. press the F button on the SmartKey. press the remote operating switch on the WARNING driver's door.

  • Page 94: Limiting The Opening Angle

    Cargo compartment Opening and closing Opening/closing automatically from inside Important safety notes WARNING Parts of the body could become trapped during automatic closing of the tailgate. Moreover, people, e.g. children, may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area during the closing process.

  • Page 95: Side Windows

    Side windows page 90) in the tailgate or pull the handle Turn mechanical key ; 90° clockwise. on the outside of the tailgate again. Push mechanical key ; in the direction of To store the position: press and hold the the arrow and open the tailgate.

  • Page 96: Opening And Closing The Side Windows

    Side windows Side window reversing feature The side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts a side window during the closing process, the side window opens again automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention when closing a side window.

  • Page 97: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Convenience opening Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on the driver's door. Press and hold the % button until the side windows and the sliding sunroof or the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel are in the desired position.

  • Page 98: Resetting

    Side windows Using KEYLESS-GO Proceed as follows if someone is trapped: Release the & button to interrupt the The KEYLESS-GO key must be outside the closing procedure. vehicle. All the doors must be closed. Press and hold the % button to open. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: Release the sensor surfaces on the exterior door handle to interrupt the closing...
  • Page 99 Side windows Pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed. ( page 94) Hold the switch for an additional second. If the side window opens again slightly: Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed ( page 94).

  • Page 100: Important Safety Notes

    Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 101: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof ! Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free The closing process is stopped. of snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may occur. Do not allow anything to protrude from the Operating the sliding sunroof sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could Opening and closing be damaged.

  • Page 102: Roller Sunblinds

    Sliding sunroof Resetting closing process is started in the corresponding direction. You can stop ! If the sliding sunroof still cannot be automatic operation by operating the opened or closed fully after resetting, switch again. contact a qualified specialist workshop. The automatic raising feature is available Reset the sliding sunroof if it does not move only when the sliding sunroof is closed.

  • Page 103: Resetting

    Sliding sunroof Resetting the panorama roof with WARNING power tilt/sliding panel and the roller The reversing feature especially does not sunblinds react to soft, light and thin objects such as small fingers. This means that the reversing ! If the panorama roof with power tilt/ feature cannot prevent someone being sliding panel and the roller sunblinds trapped in these situations.
  • Page 104 Sliding sunroof the roller sunblinds ( page 101) can be fully opened again. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again.
  • Page 105 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel. In this section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to both types of sliding sunroof. WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.
  • Page 107 Useful information ......106 Correct driver's seat position ..106 Seats ..........107 Steering wheel ........119 Mirrors ..........122 Memory function ......125...

  • Page 108: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 107). Make sure that seat = is adjusted This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional properly. equipment of your vehicle available at the Electrical seat adjustment ( page 108) time of publication of the Operator's...

  • Page 109: Seats

    Seats Check whether you have fastened seat accidentally press the electrical seat belt ; properly ( page 57). adjustment buttons and become trapped. There is a risk of injury. The seat belt should: While moving the seats, make sure that your fit snugly across your body hands or other body parts do not get under be routed across the middle of your...

  • Page 110: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats Further related subjects: we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seat whenever possible. Important safety notes on air bags Regardless of seating position, children 12 page 44) years old and under must be seated and Cargo compartment enlargement properly secured in an appropriately sized (folding down the rear bench seat) child restraint system or booster seat...

  • Page 111: Luxury

    Seats the height and angle of the head restraints to There are several notches. the correct position. To move backwards: press and hold release button : and push the head Adjusting the head restraints manually restraint backwards. When the head restraint is in the desired Adjusting the head restraint height position, release the button and make sure that the head restraint is engaged in...
  • Page 112 Seats Rear seat head restraints Rear seats (second and third row of seats) Adjusting the rear seat head restraint height Important safety notes WARNING If the seat and backrest are not engaged, they can fold forwards, e.g. in the event of sudden braking or an accident.

  • Page 113: Adjusting

    Seats Folding the seats up/down (third row of WARNING seats) Children could become trapped if they adjust the seats, particularly when unattended. General notes There is a risk of injury. ! Make sure that there is nothing on the When leaving the vehicle, always take the folded-down seats in the cargo SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 114: Forwards/Back

    Seats Folding forwards/back in the rear To stop the automatic folding: briefly compartment press switch : again. To fold down: briefly pull switch :. The seat folds down. To stop the automatic folding: briefly pull switch : again. Detachable panel (third row of seats) ! If there are objects underneath the seat, the seat can no longer be folded up or down fully.
  • Page 115 Seats Folding down the seats in the second One of the outer seats of the 2nd row is in the row manually entry/exit position: the multifunction display shows, e.g. the 2nd Seat Seat Row, Row, Right Right Not Important safety notes Locked Locked display message.
  • Page 116 Seats Pull release handle ; again in the direction If you wish to exit the third row of seats, fold down the outer seat on the right-hand side as of the arrow to the pressure point and hold follows. it in this position. The release loop for the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is located at the bottom on the back Pull on release loop : in the direction of...
  • Page 117 Seats belt can no longer offer the intended level backrest which is not engaged. The seat of protection and could even cause injuries. belt can no longer offer the intended level of protection and could even cause injuries. A child restraint system would no longer be anchored or positioned correctly and would A child restraint system would no longer be not be able to perform its required function.
  • Page 118 Seats Further related subjects: Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support Cargo compartment enlargement (folding the second row of seats forwards) ( page 344) Folding the seats in the third row forwards/back ( page 111) Folding down the seats The seats can be folded down electrically if the vehicle is stationary and the respective rear door is open.
  • Page 119 Seats Driver's and front-passenger seat Rear seats The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected. The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes.

  • Page 120: Seat Heating Problem

    Seats Problems with the seat heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat heating has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical switched off consumers are switched on. prematurely or cannot Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as be switched on.

  • Page 121: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical switched off consumers are switched on. prematurely or cannot Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as be switched on.

  • Page 122: Steering Wheel Heating

    Steering wheel Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you Adjusting the steering wheel remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, electrically the steering wheel heating is deactivated. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: when you switch off the ignition and open the driver's door, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.
  • Page 123 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steering wheel The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical heating has switched consumers are switched on. off prematurely or Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as cannot be switched on.

  • Page 124: Overview

    Mirrors also automatically moved to the previously This means that you could misjudge the set position. distance from road users traveling behind, The last position of the steering wheel is e.g. when changing lane. There is a risk of an stored when you switch off the ignition or accident.

  • Page 125: Mirrors

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as electrically soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside. the exterior mirrors fold out again automatically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver's or front- passenger door.

  • Page 126: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Using the memory button Parking position for the exterior mirror on the front-passenger side Setting and storing the parking position Using reverse gear Button for the driver's side exterior mirror Button for the front-passenger side exterior mirror Adjustment button Memory button M Button for the driver's side exterior mirror Button for the front-passenger side...

  • Page 127: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position WARNING setting When the memory function adjusts the seat or steering wheel, you and other vehicle occupants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. While the memory function is making adjustments, make sure that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat or steering wheel.
  • Page 128 Memory function Adjust the seat ( page 108). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 120) and the exterior mirrors page 122). Press the M memory button and then press one of the storage position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
  • Page 129 Useful information ......128 Exterior lighting ........ 128 Interior lighting ......... 135 Replacing bulbs ......... 137 Windshield wipers ......140...

  • Page 130: Useful Information

    ( page 28). Exterior lighting General notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed Left-hand standing lamps obligations.

  • Page 131: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting To switch on automatic headlamp automatically if there is fog, snow or other mode: turn the light switch to Ã. causes of poor visibility due to the weather conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an Only for Canada: accident.

  • Page 132: Parking Lamps

    Exterior lighting Parking lamps, license plate and instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode, 4 Ã controlled by the light sensor Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Rear fog lamp The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick fog.

  • Page 133: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Switching on the standing lamps ensures the corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated. To switch on the standing lamps: the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in position 0. Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the vehicle).

  • Page 134: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps High-beam flasher High-beam headlamps High-beam headlamps Turn signal, right Turn signal, right High-beam flasher High-beam flasher Turn signal, left Turn signal, left To switch on the high-beam headlamps: To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the position 2 or start the engine.

  • Page 135: Active Light Function

    Exterior lighting The hazard warning lamps automatically Cornering light function switch on if: an air bag is deployed or the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of above 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill The hazard warning lamps switch off automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed of above 6 mph (10 km/h) again after a full brake application.

  • Page 136: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting Adaptive Highbeam Assist have lights, or may recognize them too late. In this or similar situations, the automatic General notes high-beam headlamps will not be deactivated or activated regardless. There is a risk of an accident. Always carefully observe the traffic conditions and switch off the high-beam headlamps in good time.

  • Page 137: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting To switch on: turn the light switch to Interior lighting Ã. Overview of interior lighting Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :. The _ indicator lamp in the multifunction display lights up when it is dark and the light sensor activates the low- beam headlamps.

  • Page 138: Using

    Interior lighting | To switch the front interior lighting/ automatic interior lighting control off p To switch the right-hand front reading lamp on/off To switch the automatic interior lighting control on To switch on: set the switch to center position B. To switch off: set the switch to the | position.

  • Page 139: Crash-Responsive Emergency Lighting

    Replacing bulbs observed, the lights must be switched on p To switch the right-hand front before starting the engine. reading lamp on/off To switch the automatic interior lighting WARNING control on Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot To switch the front interior lighting on: when operating.

  • Page 140: Low-Beam Headlamps

    Replacing bulbs Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types You can change the following bulbs. The bulb type can be found in the legend. To remove: switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Remove securing pin ; using a suitable tool. Halogen headlamps Slide cover : up and remove it.

  • Page 141: High-Beam Headlamps

    Replacing bulbs Align housing cover : and turn it Changing the rear bulbs clockwise until it engages. Opening and closing the service flap Replace the cover in the front wheel housing ( page 138). High-beam headlamps (halogen headlamps) Left-hand service flap Switch off the lights.

  • Page 142: Single Wipe

    Windshield wipers Brake lamp ! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due to optical influences and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions, the windshield wipers may be activated inadvertently. This could then damage the windshield wiper blades or scratch the windshield.

  • Page 143: Windshield Wipers

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper.
  • Page 144 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Installing a wiper blade Place new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages. Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated correctly.
  • Page 145 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 147: Climate Control

    Useful information ......146 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 146 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 154 Setting the air vents ......162...

  • Page 148: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most Useful information particles of dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous This Operator's Manual describes all pollutants and odors. A clogged filter models and all standard and optional reduces the amount of air supplied to the equipment of your vehicle available at the vehicle interior.

  • Page 149: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 157) To defrost the windshield ( page 159) To switch maximum cooling on/off ( page 159) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 155) To switch the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 150 Overview of climate control systems Canada only Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 157) To defrost the windshield ( page 159) To switch the ZONE function on/off ( page 159) To activate/deactivate cooling with air dehumidification ( page 155) or activate/ deactivate the residual heating function ( page 161)

  • Page 151: Automatic Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems To direct the airflow through the rear air vents To direct the airflow through the footwell vents Information about using 2-zone automatic climate control The following contains notes and recommendations on optimum use of dual- zone automatic climate control.

  • Page 152: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control USA only Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 157) To defrost the windshield ( page 159) To switch maximum cooling on/off ( page 159) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 155) To switch the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 153 Overview of climate control systems To switch rear-compartment climate control on/off ( page 154) To reduce the airflow ( page 158) Canada only Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 157) To defrost the windshield ( page 159) To switch the residual heat function on/off ( page 161) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off (...

  • Page 154: With Additional Rear-Compartment Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems To switch rear-compartment climate control on/off ( page 154) To reduce the airflow ( page 158) Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control with additional rear- compartment climate control USA only Front control panel To set the temperature, left ( page 157) To defrost the windshield ( page 159)
  • Page 155 Overview of climate control systems To set the temperature ( page 157) To set rear-compartment climate control to automatic ( page 156) To direct the airflow through the rear air vents ( page 158) To direct the airflow through the footwell vents ( page 158) To switch rear-compartment climate control on/off ( page 154)

  • Page 156: Information About Using 3-Zone Automatic Climate Control

    Operating the climate control systems To increase the airflow ( page 158) To set the temperature ( page 157) To set rear-compartment climate control to automatic ( page 156) To direct the airflow through the rear air vents ( page 158) To direct the airflow through the footwell vents ( page 158) To switch rear-compartment climate control on/off (...

  • Page 157: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Activating/deactivating Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 167). To activate: press the à button. The indicator lamp in the à button lights up. Airflow and air distribution are set to automatic mode.

  • Page 158: Indicator Lamp

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the ¿/Á button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 159: Air Flow

    Operating the climate control systems 3-zone automatic climate control Adjusting the climate mode settings You can select the following climate mode settings in automatic mode: FOCUS high airflow that is set slightly cooler MEDIUM medium airflow, standard setting DIFFUSE low airflow that is set slightly warmer and with less draft Automatic climate control zones You can select different temperature settings...

  • Page 160: Setting The Air Distribution

    Operating the climate control systems Adjusting Setting the air distribution Air distribution settings Front control panel P Directs the airflow through the center vents O Directs air through the footwell air vents S Directs the airflow through the center and footwell vents ¯...

  • Page 161: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Switching the ZONE function on/off ignition lock ( page 167). To activate: press the ¬ button. The indicator lamp in the ¬ button lights The climate control system switches to the following functions: high airflow high temperature...

  • Page 162: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Rear window defroster Activating/deactivating MAX COOL is only operational when the engine is running. To activate: press the Ù button. The indicator lamp in the button lights up. The rear window defroster has a high current draw.

  • Page 163: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

    Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window The battery has not been sufficiently charged. defroster has Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading deactivated lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.

  • Page 164: Setting The Center Air Vents

    Setting the air vents the engine has been switched off. The heating outlets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to time depends on the set interior temperature. another area of the vehicle interior. In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air Switching on/off through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes:...

  • Page 165: Rear

    Setting the air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel : Setting the side air vents clockwise or counter-clockwise. Setting the rear-compartment air vents Setting the center vents in the rear compartment Side window defroster vent Side air vent Control for side air vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel = up or down.
  • Page 166 Setting the air vents To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; to the left or right. B-pillar air vent in the headliner Rear air vent Thumbwheel for rear air vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; up or down. Third row of seats B-pillar air vent in the headliner Rear air vent Thumbwheel for rear air vent...
  • Page 167 Useful information ......166 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 166 Driving ..........166 Automatic transmission ....173 Refueling ..........182 Parking ..........188 Driving tips ........191 Driving systems ........ 201 Towing a trailer ......... 263...

  • Page 168: Useful Information

    Driving Do not manually shift to a lower gear to Useful information brake the vehicle. Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Operator's Manual describes all pedal beyond the point of resistance models and all standard and optional (kickdown). equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's After 1000 miles (1500 km), you can increase Manual.

  • Page 169: Keyless-Go

    Driving operation, avoid driving at full throttle when WARNING the engine is cold. Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: shoes with thick soles SmartKey positions shoes with high heels SmartKey slippers There is a risk of an accident. Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.
  • Page 170 Driving GO function and a detachable Start/Stop If Start/Stop button : has not yet been button. pressed, this corresponds to the SmartKey being removed from the ignition. The Start/Stop button must be inserted in the ignition lock and the SmartKey with the As soon as the ignition is switched on, all the integrated KEYLESS-GO function must be in indicator lamps in the instrument cluster light...

  • Page 171: Starting The Engine

    Driving the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation. WARNING Flammable materials introduced through environmental influence or by animals can ignite if in contact with the exhaust system or parts of the engine that heat up. There is a risk of fire.

  • Page 172: Pulling Away (Automatic Transmission)

    Driving Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine depress the brake pedal, you can move the DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock Depress the brake pedal and keep it remains engaged. depressed. The vehicle locks centrally once you have To start a gasoline engine: press the pulled away.

  • Page 173: Hill Start Assist

    Driving The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. Hill start assist Hill start assist helps you when pulling away forwards or in reverse on an uphill gradient. It holds the vehicle for a short time after you have removed your foot from the brake pedal.
  • Page 174 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Try to start the engine again ( page 169).

  • Page 175: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission transmission position P, R, N or D appears Automatic transmission in the transmission position display Important safety notes page 173) in the multifunction display. WARNING Transmission position and drive If the engine speed is above the idling speed program display and you engage transmission position D or ! If the transmission position display in the...

  • Page 176: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission Engaging reverse gear R ! Only shift the automatic transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal. Push the DIRECT SELECT lever up past the first point of resistance. Shifting to neutral N Park position with parking lock WARNING...

  • Page 177: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission Using the SmartKey: Transmission positions Make sure that the ignition is switched on. Park position When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Do not shift the transmission into brake pedal and keep it depressed. position P ( page 188) unless the Shift to neutral N.

  • Page 178: Changing Gear

    Automatic transmission Driving tips Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Kickdown while driving. Otherwise, the Use kickdown for maximum acceleration. automatic transmission could be damaged. Depress the accelerator pedal beyond the pressure point. No power is transmitted from the The automatic transmission shifts to a engine to the drive wheels.

  • Page 179: Program Selector Button

    Automatic transmission As well as this permanent drive program Program selector button M, you can also activate temporary drive General notes program M ( page 178). AMG vehicles: the automatic transmission switches to automatic drive program C each time the engine is started. Drive program M is not saved after the engine has been switched off.

  • Page 180: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Further information about permanent drive paddle shifters. The transmission must be in program M ( page 179). position D. Further information about temporary drive All vehicles (except AMG vehicles and vehicles with the program M ( page 178). ON&OFFROAD package): you can activate You can only change gear with the manual drive program M using the steering...
  • Page 181 Automatic transmission transmission automatically shifts up in You can also deactivate manual drive order to prevent engine damage. program M yourself: To shift down: pull on the left-hand Pull on the right-hand steering wheel steering wheel paddle shifter paddle shifter and hold it in place page 177).

  • Page 182: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission AMG vehicles: press the program selector button ( page 177) until M appears in the multifunction display. Vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package: press the program selector button ( page 177). The letter M appears in the multifunction Gear indicator display.
  • Page 183 Automatic transmission reached. This prevents the engine from overrevving. AMG vehicles: it is not possible to use kickdown in manual drive program M. Switching off the manual drive program Vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package: press the program selector button ( page 177).

  • Page 184: Emergency Mode

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.

  • Page 185: Refueling

    Refueling ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a If you or others come into contact with fuel, gasoline engine. Do not switch on the observe the following: ignition if you accidentally refuel with the Wash away fuel from skin immediately wrong fuel.
  • Page 186 Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly. Close the fuel filler flap. Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes.
  • Page 187 Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank This section provides descriptions of and solutions to safety-relevant problems. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING Risk of explosion or fire.

  • Page 188: Adding

    Use the special DEF refill bottle when adding DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact If DEF has been swallowed, rinse your an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with mouth out immediately. Drink plenty of any questions or, if necessary, contact Roadside Assistance (...
  • Page 189 Refueling Opening the DEF filler cap water. Seek medical assistance without delay. Change out of clothing contaminated with DEF immediately. ! Only use DEF in accordance with ISO 22241. Do not mix any additives with DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system.

  • Page 190: Parking

    Take particular care not DEF refill bottles can be obtained at many gas to park on dry grassland or harvested grain stations or at an authorized Mercedes-Benz fields. Center. Refill bottles without a threaded cap do not provide overfill protection. DEF may WARNING leak if overfilled.

  • Page 191: Parking

    Parking To ensure that the vehicle is secured against automatic transmission remains in N even rolling away unintentionally: if a door is opened. the electric parking brake must be applied. Using KEYLESS-GO the transmission must be in position P and the SmartKey must be removed from the Apply the electric parking brake.
  • Page 192 Parking The function of the electric parking brake is if the SmartKey is in position 1 in the dependent on the on-board voltage. If the on- ignition lock or board voltage is low or there is a malfunction if the ignition was switched on using the in the system, it may not be possible to apply Start/Stop button.

  • Page 193: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Connecting a trickle charger. Ensure that you do not depress the accelerator pedal unintentionally. You can obtain information about trickle Otherwise the parking brake will be chargers from a qualified specialist released and the vehicle will start to move. workshop.

  • Page 194: Drinking And Driving

    Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. regular intervals and in accordance with the Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details Have all maintenance work carried out as can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. indicated by the service intervals in the Maintenance Booklet or by the service interval display.

  • Page 195: Brakes

    This type of damage is not The bar empties: frequent braking covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. An economical driving style specially Do not depress the brake pedal continuously requires driving at moderate engine while the vehicle is in motion, e.g.

  • Page 196: Maintenance

    Wet roads the vehicle tested on such a dynamometer, If you have driven for a long time in heavy rain contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz without braking, there may be a delayed Center to obtain further information first. reaction from the brakes when braking for the Otherwise, you could damage the drive first time.

  • Page 197: High-Performance Brake System

    Especially for high performance driving, it is for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not important to maintain and have the brake of an equivalent quality could affect your system checked regularly.

  • Page 198: Slippery Road Surfaces

    Driving tips bow wave could cause water to enter and DANGER damage the engine and other assemblies. If the exhaust pipe is blocked or adequate ! Do not open any of the vehicle's doors ventilation is not possible, poisonous gases such as carbon monoxide (CO) may enter the while fording.

  • Page 199: Off-Road Driving

    Driving tips conditions when temperatures are around systems. Adapt your driving style to suit the the freezing point. terrain conditions. Drive carefully. Have damage to the vehicle rectified immediately For more information on driving with snow at a qualified specialist workshop. chains, see ( page 407).

  • Page 200: Checklist After Driving Off-Road

    Driving tips Always keep the engine running and in gear Engine oil level: check the engine oil level when driving on a downhill gradient. and add oil if necessary. Activate DSR ( page 256). When driving on steep gradients, the Always keep the doors, tailgate, windows engine oil level must be sufficiently high to and sliding sunroof closed while driving.

  • Page 201: Driving On Sand

    Driving tips Clean the wheels, wheel housings and the Drive quickly to overcome the rolling vehicle underside with a water jet; check resistance. Otherwise the vehicle's wheels for any foreign objects and damage. could become stuck in loose ground. Check whether twigs or other parts of Drive in the tracks of other vehicles if plants have become trapped.

  • Page 202: Approach/Departure Angle

    Driving tips When driving down an incline, make use of the engine's braking effect. Observe the engine speed; do not overrev the engine. Before driving on extreme uphill and downhill gradients, select the LOW RANGE off-road gear ( page 259). Drive slowly.

  • Page 203: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Driving downhill Cruise control should not be activated when driving off-road. Drive slowly. Do not drive at an angle down steep Important safety notes inclines. Steer into the line of fall and drive If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise with the front wheels aligned straight.

  • Page 204: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems When you activate cruise control, the stored stored speed is resumed when the gradient speed is shown in the multifunction display evens out. Cruise control maintains the for five seconds. stored speed on downhill gradients by automatically applying the brakes. Activation conditions Storing or calling up a speed To activate cruise control, all of the following...

  • Page 205: Deactivating

    Driving systems Setting a speed Deactivating cruise control Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment There are several ways to deactivate cruise until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to control: the speed set. Briefly press the cruise control lever Press the cruise control lever up : for a forwards :.

  • Page 206: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems You must select a lower gear in good time on FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in long and steep downhill gradients, especially any non-approved way. if the vehicle is laden or towing a trailer. By Any unauthorized modification to this doing so, you will make use of the braking device could void the user’s authority to...

  • Page 207: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can There is a risk of an accident. be impaired if: Continue to drive carefully and be ready to dirt on the sensors or anything else brake, in particular when warned to do so by covering the sensors DISTRONIC PLUS.

  • Page 208: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS pressure point for a higher speed or down = for a lower speed. Activation conditions Every time the cruise control lever is In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the pressed up or down, the last speed stored following conditions must be fulfilled: is increased or reduced.
  • Page 209 Driving systems If you want to pull away with or brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an DISTRONIC PLUS: remove your foot from accident. the brake pedal. Pay attention to the road and traffic Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards conditions before calling up the stored speed.
  • Page 210 Driving systems Stopping a system malfunction occurs. the power supply is not sufficient. WARNING On steep uphill or downhill inclines or if there When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked is a malfunction, the transmission may also only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: automatically be shifted into position P.

  • Page 211: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

    Driving systems Setting the specified minimum distance Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS You can set the specified minimum distance There are several ways to deactivate for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span DISTRONIC PLUS: between one and two seconds. With this Briefly press the cruise control lever function, you can set the minimum distance forwards :.

  • Page 212: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems passenger door or one of the rear doors is Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is open deactivated you activate DSR you activate off-road program 2 on vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package the vehicle has skidded If DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated, you will hear a warning tone.

  • Page 213: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems In the Assistance menu of the on-board Vehicles traveling on a different line computer, you can select the assistance display. Select the Distance Display Distance Display function using the on-board computer page 280). You will see the stored speed for about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS.

  • Page 214: Level Control (Vehicles With The On&Offroad Package)

    Driving systems because of its narrow width. The distance to Make changes to the vehicle level while the the vehicle in front will be too short. vehicle is in motion. This enables the vehicle to adjust to the new level as quickly as Obstructions and stationary vehicles possible.

  • Page 215: Basic Settings

    Driving systems The individual vehicle levels differ from height if the chassis is raised. There is a risk highway level as follows: of an accident. highway level: +/–0 in (+/–0 mm) Adjust the vehicle level before pulling away. high-speed level: –0.6 in (–15 mm) WARNING off-road level 1: + 1.2 in (+ 30 mm) Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle...
  • Page 216 Driving systems Only select an off-road level when this is appropriate for road conditions. Otherwise, fuel consumption increases and handling may be affected. Start the engine. Selector wheel : : engaged: briefly press selector wheel :. Selector wheel : extends. To raise: turn selector wheel : clockwise ;.
  • Page 217 Driving systems Lowering the vehicle While the adjustment from off-road level 2 to off-road level 3 is taking place, you will see a If you maintain or reduce your speed, you will message such as the following in the see a message in white in the display while multifunction display: Vehicle Rising Vehicle Rising...

  • Page 218: Hold Function

    Driving systems ! If DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD function You will see a message in the multifunction display, for example: Lowering Lowering. is activated, the vehicle brakes automatically in certain situations. To prevent damage to the vehicle, deactivate HOLD function DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the following or other similar situations: General notes...

  • Page 219: Airmatic Package

    Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function ADS (Adaptive Damping System) The HOLD function is deactivated General notes automatically if: ADS adapts the damping characteristics to you accelerate and the transmission is in the current operating and driving situation. position D or R. This depends on: you shift the transmission to position P.

  • Page 220: Level Control

    Driving systems Level control Comfort tuning Important safety notes WARNING When the vehicle is being lowered, people could become trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle body and the wheels or underneath the vehicle. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 221 Driving systems clearance. You will otherwise damage the significant level changes, such as after the vehicle. vehicle has been stationary for a long period, the engine must be on. For safety reasons, ! When you raise the vehicle in such a way the vehicle is only lowered when the doors are that not all wheels have contact with the closed.
  • Page 222 Driving systems If indicator lamp ; is not lit: Press button :. Indicator lamp ; flashes. The vehicle rises to raised level. Level control button Level control indicator lamp Start the engine. If indicator lamp ; is lit: During the adjustment, the Vehicle Vehicle Press button :.

  • Page 223: System

    Driving systems The vehicle automatically adjusts to highway When parking, position your vehicle so that level when you: it does not make contact with the curb as the vehicle is lowered. Your vehicle could drive faster than 50 mph (80 km/h). otherwise be damaged.

  • Page 224: Parktronic

    Driving systems The damping is tuned individually to each If indicator lamp ; lights up: wheel and depends on: Press button : once. your driving style Second indicator lamp = lights up. You the road surface conditions have selected Sport + mode. The vehicle is lowered by 10 mm.

  • Page 225: Range Of The Sensors

    Driving systems Range of the sensors PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of General notes the vehicle. You could damage the vehicle PARKTRONIC does not take objects into or the objects. consideration that are: The sensors may not detect snow and other objects that absorb ultrasonic waves.

  • Page 226: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems Rear sensors segments. PARKTRONIC is operational if yellow segments showing operational Center Approx. 48 in (approx. readiness = light up. 120 cm) The selected transmission position and the Corners Approx. 32 in (approx. direction in which the vehicle is rolling 80 cm) determine which warning display is active when the engine is running.

  • Page 227: Parktronic

    Driving systems If indicator lamp : is on then PARKTRONIC is deactivated. Active Parking Assist is then also deactivated. PARKTRONIC is automatically activated when you turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. Towing a trailer ! Fold in the ball coupling if the trailer tow hitch is not required.

  • Page 228: Active Parking Assist

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.

  • Page 229: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Active Parking Assist may possibly indicate procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging parking spaces which are not suitable for loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods parking, for example: vehicles. where parking or stopping is prohibited WARNING in front of driveways or entrances and exits If there are objects above the detection range, on unsuitable surfaces Active Parking Assist may turn prematurely.

  • Page 230: Parking

    Driving systems Active Parking Assist will only detect parking To cancel the procedure: press the spaces: % button on the multifunction steering wheel or pull away. that are parallel to the direction of travel that are at least 59 in (1.5 m) wide To park using Active Parking Assist: that are at least 51 in (1.3 m) longer than press the a button on the multifunction...

  • Page 231: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems Start the engine. Park Assist active Select R Park Assist active Select R Observe Observe surroundings surroundings message appears in Switch on the turn signal in the direction the multifunction display. you are pulling away. As soon as the parking procedure is Shift the transmission to position D or R.

  • Page 232: Towing A Trailer

    Driving systems Towing a trailer Once you have exited the parking space completely, the steering wheel is moved to For vehicles with a trailer tow hitch, the the straight-ahead position. You hear a tone minimum length for parking spaces is slightly and the Park Assist Finished Park Assist Finished...
  • Page 233 Driving systems parking. When maneuvering or parking, make To change the function mode for sure that there are no persons, animals or vehicles with trailer tow hitch: using the objects in the area in which you are COMAND controller, select symbol : for maneuvering.
  • Page 234 Driving systems White guide line without turning the Additional messages for vehicles with PARKTRONIC steering wheel, vehicle width including Front warning display the exterior mirrors (static) Yellow guide line at a distance of Additional PARKTRONIC measurement approximately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear operational readiness indicator of the vehicle Rear warning display...
  • Page 235 Driving systems parking space until red guide line : Yellow guide line at a distance of reaches parking space marking ;. approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Keep the steering wheel in that position Red guide line at a distance of and back up carefully.
  • Page 236 ! The following distance specifications refer to trailer tow hitches with ball coupling that have been approved for this vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Distances may differ if you use other ball couplings. In this case, take into account that actual distances will not match the following distance specifications.
  • Page 237 Driving systems Use the COMAND controller to select top view and enlarged front view symbol A, see the separate operating top view and trailer view (vehicles with instructions for COMAND. trailer tow hitch) The "Coupling up a trailer" function is top view and pictures from the rearward selected.
  • Page 238 Driving systems Activating the 360° camera with could otherwise endanger yourself and COMAND others. The 360° camera will not function or will Press the W button, see the separate function in a limited manner: COMAND operating instructions. if the doors are open Select System System...
  • Page 239 Driving systems To switch to full screen mode: select Full Screen Full Screen by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Displays in the COMAND display Important safety notes ! Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: Yellow guide line at a distance of the bumper of a parked vehicle...
  • Page 240 Driving systems Top view with picture from the mirror Yellow guide line at a distance of camera approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approximately 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Top view and enlarged rear view Symbol for the top view and forward-...

  • Page 241: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Display with the PARKTRONIC display ATTENTION ASSIST Important safety notes ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, monotonous journeys, such as on highways. It is active in the range between 50 mph (80 km/h) and 112 mph (180 km/h). If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration on the part of the driver, it...

  • Page 242: Multifunction Display

    Driving systems Warning and display messages in the uses infrared light to illuminate the road. multifunction display Night View Assist Plus camera : picks up the infrared light and displays a monochrome Activate ATTENTION ASSIST using the on- image in COMAND. The image displayed in board computer ( page 281).
  • Page 243 Driving systems Pedestrian recognition may be impaired or The infrared headlamps only switch on inoperative if: when the vehicle is being driven at speeds of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). This pedestrians are partially or entirely means that you do not have the full visual obscured by objects, e.g.
  • Page 244 Driving systems pedestrians cannot be gaged accurately by looking at a screen. It may be the case that objects are highlighted as well as pedestrians. Fogged up or dirty windshield If the windshield in front of the camera is fogged up or dirty on the inside or outside, the Night View Assist Plus display is affected.

  • Page 245: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield. Night View Assist Plus Replace the wiper blades ( page 141). has deteriorated. The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a car wash.
  • Page 246 Driving systems warranties, and is not permitted by the be the case if there are vehicles driving at the FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in inner edge of their lanes. any non-approved way. Due to the nature of the system: Any unauthorized modification to this warnings may be issued in error when device could void the user’s authority to...

  • Page 247: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems corresponding side lights up red. This warning Towing a trailer is always emitted when a vehicle enters the When you attach a trailer, make sure you have blind spot monitoring range from behind or correctly established the electrical from the side.
  • Page 248 Driving systems The system may be impaired or may not miles miles display unit is selected, the assistance function if: range begins at 40 mph. A warning may be given if a front wheel there is poor visibility, e.g. due to passes over a lane marking.

  • Page 249: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems Adaptive monitored area. If you then switch on the corresponding turn signal to change lane, you When Adaptive Adaptive is selected, no warning will also receive an optical and audible vibration occurs if: warning. If a risk of lateral collision is you switch on the turn signals.
  • Page 250 Driving systems 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Removal, tampering, or altering of the device will void any warranties, and is not permitted.
  • Page 251 Driving systems Indicator and warning display Visual and acoustic collision warning Yellow indicator lamp/red warning lamp If you switch on the turn signals to change lanes and a vehicle is detected in the side Active Blind Spot Assist is not active at monitoring range, you receive a visual and speeds below approximately 20 mph acoustic collision warning.

  • Page 252: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems you clearly brake or accelerate. a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is switched off. the off-road program is activated (vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD package). off-road program 1 or 2 is activated (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package). the LOW RANGE off-road gear is activated (vehicles with the ON&OFFROAD package).

  • Page 253: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can: General notes give an unnecessary warning and then make a course-correcting brake application to the vehicle not give a warning or intervene There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and keep within the lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you.
  • Page 254 Driving systems by means of intermittent vibration in the steering wheel for up to 1.5 seconds. In order that you are warned only when necessary and in good time if you cross the lane marking, the system recognizes certain conditions and warns you accordingly. The warning vibration occurs earlier if: you approach the outer lane marking on a bend.

  • Page 255: On-Road Programs

    Driving systems ® When Adaptive Adaptive is selected, no warning is switched off. vibration occurs if: the transmission is not in position D. you switch on the turn signals. In this on vehicles with a trailer tow hitch, the event, the warnings are suppressed for a electrical connection to the trailer has been certain period of time.

  • Page 256: Sport Program

    Driving systems AUTO program SPORT program Select the AUTO program for a more Select the SPORT program for sporty, comfortable ride under all normal driving dynamic handling. conditions. Your selection remains stored even if you Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 257: Snow Program

    Driving systems longer has to be pressed as far to Highway level is set. accelerate. ADS (Adaptive Damping System) adapts The sporty steering curve is selected, comfortable damping characteristics to e.g. greater force is required when the current operating and driving steering.

  • Page 258: Matic (Permanent Four-Wheel Drive)

    Damage of this sort is not covered by the override the laws of physics. DSR cannot take Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All account of road, weather and traffic wheels must remain either on the ground conditions.
  • Page 259 Driving systems surface and tire conditions. Select a set If the current vehicle speed is too high, the speed suitable for the prevailing conditions à DSR symbol appears in the and when necessary, apply the brakes multifunction display with the Max.

  • Page 260: Off-Road Program (Vehicles With The On&Offroad Package)

    Driving systems To increase or decrease in 1 mph Off-road program 1 increments (Canada: 1 km/h increments): briefly press the cruise control lever up : for a higher set speed or down ; for a lower set speed. The set speed appears in the multifunction display with the Ã...

  • Page 261: Off-Road Gear

    Driving systems message appears in the multifunction case. It controls the balance between the display. front and rear axles. The differential lock improves the vehicle’s Off-road program 2 traction. 4ETS ( page 72) controls the balance between both wheels on an axle. You can only activate off-road program 2 when driving at speeds of 25 mph (40 km/h) or below.
  • Page 262 Driving systems General notes Further information about "Driving off-road" page 197). You will find information about driving safety systems in conjunction with LOW RANGE in the "Safety" section page 66). From HIGH RANGE to LOW RANGE ! Only change from LOW RANGE to HIGH RANGE if: the engine is running.
  • Page 263 Driving systems While indicator lamp ; is flashing, you can cancel the gear change by pressing LOW RANGE button : again.
  • Page 264 Driving systems Messages in the multifunction display If a gear change process has not been successful, the following messages may be displayed in the multifunction display: Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have been driving faster than 40 km/h. Additionally, the LOW RANGE Max.

  • Page 265: Important Safety Notes

    Towing a trailer uphill or downhill gradient in percentage cause the braking system to fail. There is a on-road/off-road program selected risk of an accident. condition of the differential lock for the Never use the brake pedal as a footrest. Never transfer case depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time.

  • Page 266: Driving Tips

    Observe the legally prescribed maximum speed in the relevant country. Notes on towing a trailer For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the General notes maximum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer. See Do not exceed the legally prescribed "Technical data"...

  • Page 267: Installing The Ball Coupling

    Towing a trailer the brake system and prevents the brakes the ball coupling is secured with the bolt and from overheating and wearing too quickly. If the corresponding spring cotter. you need additional braking, depress the brake pedal repeatedly rather than WARNING continuously.

  • Page 268: Trailer Towing

    Towing a trailer Ball coupling recess Bolt and spring cotter Secure the bolt using spring cotter B. Holes in the ball coupling and ball coupling recess Insert the ball coupling horizontally into ball Correctly installed and secured ball coupling coupling recess ; in the direction of the Check the ball coupling, bolt and spring arrow until the holes in ball coupling = are cotter for correct installation.
  • Page 269 Towing a trailer of the towing vehicle, as the latter is Leave enough play in the chains to make equipped with an anti-lock brake system. tight cornering possible. Doing so will result in a loss of function of A separate brake system for certain types the brake systems of both the vehicle and of trailer.

  • Page 270: Decoupling A Trailer

    Towing a trailer Secure any objects on the trailer to prevent Due to the length of your vehicle/trailer the cargo from slipping when the vehicle is combination, you will have to travel an in motion. additional distance beyond the vehicle you are overtaking before returning to the If you couple up a trailer, regularly check previous lane.

  • Page 271: Removing

    B-pillar on the driver's side of the ball coupling being thrown around if you: the vehicle. brake sharply Mercedes-Benz recommends a trailer change direction suddenly load where the trailer drawbar noseweight are involved in an accident accounts for 8% to 15% of the trailer's permissible gross weight.

  • Page 272: Power Supply

    Towing a trailer Trailer power supply ! You can connect accessories with a maximum power consumption of 240 W to the permanent power supply. You must not charge a trailer battery using the power supply. The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with a permanent power supply.
  • Page 273 Useful information ......272 Important safety notes ....272 Displays and operation ....272 Menus and submenus ...... 275 Display messages ......290 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......324...

  • Page 274: Useful Information

    Displays and operation multifunction display. You should therefore Useful information make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not This Operator's Manual describes all operating safely may cause an accident. models and all standard and optional For an overview, see the instrument panel equipment of your vehicle available at the illustration (...

  • Page 275: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation If the coolant temperature is over Operating the on-board computer 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The Overview engine will otherwise be damaged. The coolant temperature gauge is in the instrument cluster on the right-hand side page 33).
  • Page 276 Displays and operation Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls in lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off the Voice Control a video scene System;...

  • Page 277: Odometer

    Menus and submenus ON&OFFROAD ON&OFFROAD menu ( page 286) Drive program ( page 173) menu in AMG vehicles ( page 287) Transmission position ( page 173) To show menu bar ?: press the = or ; button on the steering wheel. Trip menu Menu bar ? disappears after a few seconds.

  • Page 278: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus the ignition has been switched off for more driving style. If there is only a small amount than four hours. of fuel left in the fuel tank, the display shows a vehicle being refueled C instead of the 999 hours have been exceeded.
  • Page 279 Menus and submenus "From Reset" trip computer Current road ECO display "Follow the road's course" symbol If you reset the values in the ECO display, Change of direction announced without a the values in the "From start" trip computer lane recommendation are also reset.

  • Page 280: Operation

    Menus and submenus Lane recommendations are only displayed if To select a station from the station the relevant data is available on the digital list: press and briefly hold the 9 map. or : button. If no station list is received: Other status indicators of the To select a station using the station navigation system...

  • Page 281: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus If track information is stored on the audio When telephoning, you must observe the device or medium, the multifunction display legal requirements for the country in which will show the number and title of the track. you are currently driving. The current track does not appear in audio Switch on the mobile phone (see the AUX mode (Auxiliary audio mode: external...

  • Page 282: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus Dialing a number from the phone book Assistance menu Press the = or ; button on the Introduction steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9, : or a button to switch to the phone book. Press the 9 or : button to select the desired name.

  • Page 283: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus the æ symbol when the distance Press the a button. warning function ( page 69) is The current selection is displayed. deactivated. To activate/deactivate: press the a ® the æ symbol when PRE-SAFE Brake button again. ® page 75) is deactivated.

  • Page 284: Instrument Cluster Submenu

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Lane Keeping Settings menu Assist Introduction Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu. Press 9 or : to select Lane Lane Keeping Assist Keeping Assist. Press the a button. The current selection is displayed.

  • Page 285: Permanent Display

    Menus and submenus The selected unit of measurement for Press : or 9 to select the Daytime Daytime distance applies to: Running Lights Running Lights function. If the Daytime Running Lights Daytime Running Lights function Digital speedometer in the Trip Trip menu has been switched on, the cone of light and...

  • Page 286: Activating/Deactivating The Interior Lighting Delayed Switch-Off

    Menus and submenus Surround lighting and exterior lighting switch-off exterior lighting are on, the delayed switch-off following light up: Press the = or ; button on the Parking lamps steering wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu. Daytime running lamps Press the : or 9 button to select the Side marker lamps Lights...

  • Page 287: Convenience Submenu

    Menus and submenus Convenience submenu For further information on the automatic locking feature, see ( page 88). Activating/deactivating the EASY- Activating/deactivating the acoustic ENTRY/EXIT feature locking verification signal WARNING If you switch on the Acoustic Acoustic Lock Lock function, When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts an acoustic signal sounds when you lock the the steering wheel, you and other vehicle vehicle.

  • Page 288: On And Offroad Menu

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select the in using button : , they will not fold out Belt Adjustment Belt Adjustment function. automatically ( page 123). If the Belt Adjustment Belt Adjustment function is You can then only fold out the exterior mirrors activated, the vehicle seat belt is shown in using button :.

  • Page 289: Amg Menu

    Menus and submenus ® SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP AMG menu in AMG vehicles (Electronic Stability Program) mode and the AMG displays suspension tuning. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until SETUP is displayed.
  • Page 290 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button to select Deleting all laps Interm. Time Interm. Time. Press a to confirm. The intermediate time is displayed for five seconds. Starting a new lap If you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER is reset to "0"...

  • Page 291: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Lap statistics Lap time Average lap speed Lap length Top speed during lap This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu.

  • Page 292: General Notes

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 293: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function, hill Currently Currently start assist, the adaptive brake lights, crosswind driving Unavailable See Unavailable See ®...
  • Page 294 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above. The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard, for example. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected.

  • Page 295: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , HOLD, hill start assist, crosswind driving ® assistance and ESP trailer stabilization are unavailable due to a Inoperative See Inoperative See malfunction. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, BAS PLUS and ®...

  • Page 296: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp (USA flashes and a warning tone sounds. A condition for automatic only) (Canada release of the electric parking brake is not fulfilled ( page 189).
  • Page 297 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and the yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
  • Page 298 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. If you manually apply or release the electric parking brake, the red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually.

  • Page 299: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. In (USA addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning lamp only) (Canada lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone sounds. only) WARNING Check Brake Fluid...

  • Page 300: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE Vehicles without the Active Driving Assistance package: Adaptive Brake Assist is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Functions Functions Currently Limited Currently Limited function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Operator's See Operator's the sensor in the bumper is dirty.

  • Page 301: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE Vehicles with the Active Driving Assistance package: ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Functions Functions Currently Limited Currently Limited function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Operator's See Operator's the sensors in the radiator grill and the bumper are dirty.
  • Page 302 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions SRS has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Front Left Front Left WARNING Malfunction Malfunction Service Required Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be Front Right...
  • Page 303 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Passenger Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is disabled during the journey, even Airbag Disabled Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's See Operator's an adult Manual Manual a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
  • Page 304 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Passenger Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Airbag Enabled Airbag Enabled though: See Operator's See Operator's a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger...

  • Page 305: Lights

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display. If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again.

  • Page 306: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Check Front Left Turn Signal Turn Signal Check Front Right Check Front Right Turn Signal Turn Signal The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is...

  • Page 307: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front left or front right parking or standing lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Check Front Left Check Front Left page 138). Parking Lamp Parking Lamp Check Front Right...

  • Page 308: Engine

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The light sensor is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Auto Auto Lamp Lamp Function Function Inoperative Inoperative The lights are still switched on when you leave the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds.

  • Page 309: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.

  • Page 310: Display Message

    Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. Check the oil level when next refueling, at the latest...

  • Page 311: Driving Systems

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Vehicles with a diesel engine: the fuel level has fallen below the reserve range. Ultra Low-sulfur Ultra Low-sulfur Refuel at the nearest gas station. Diesel Fuel Only Diesel Fuel Only Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA-LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL (ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur MAXIMUM).
  • Page 312 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Á You cannot change the vehicle level. Possible causes are: you are driving too fast for the selected vehicle level. Drive More Slowly Drive More Slowly you are towing a trailer. the trailer-coupling socket is being used, e.g.
  • Page 313 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ACTIVE CURVE ACTIVE CURVE The Active Curve System is faulty. The vehicle's handling SYSTEM Malfunction SYSTEM Malfunction characteristics may be affected. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Have the vehicle checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 314: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions LOW RANGE Stop LOW RANGE Stop A gearshift process has been canceled. LOW RANGE is in the Apply Apply Parking Parking Brake Brake neutral position. There is no connection between the engine and the drive wheels.

  • Page 315: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Lane Keeping Assist or Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated Assist Currently Assist Currently and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.

  • Page 316: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily Currently Currently inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See Unavailable See the sensors are dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.

  • Page 317: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® The vehicle has started to skid and ESP has intervened. Use Active Parking Assist again later ( page 226). You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking Park Assist Park Assist Inoperative...
  • Page 318 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Currently function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Unavailable See Unavailable See the sensors in the radiator grill and the bumper are dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.

  • Page 319: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise Control Cruise control is defective. Inoperative Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for --- mph --- mph example.

  • Page 320: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant Check Tire Check Tire loss in pressure. Pressure Soon Pressure Soon A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 321 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. Tires Tires A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed...

  • Page 322: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Tire Press.Monitor Tire Press.Monitor Due to a source of radio interference, no signals can be received from the wheel sensors. The tire pressure monitor is temporarily Currently Currently malfunctioning. Unavailable Unavailable Drive on.

  • Page 323: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Transmission Not Transmission Not The driver's door is open and the transmission is in position R, N in P Risk of in P Risk of or D. Vehicle Rolling Vehicle Rolling A warning tone also sounds.

  • Page 324: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The second row of seats is not engaged on the left-hand or right- hand side. 2nd Seat Seat Row, Row, Left Left Fold back the second row of seats until it engages. Not Locked Not Locked Seat Row, Right...

  • Page 325: Smartkey

    Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle Belong to Vehicle  The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. Remove the SmartKey.

  • Page 326: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present. Change the location of the SmartKey with the KEYLESS-GO Key Not Detected Key Not Detected functions in the vehicle.

  • Page 327: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly The red seat belt been driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).

  • Page 328: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only) WARNING J (Canada only) The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking The red brake system characteristics may be affected. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 329: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. For this reason, BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, The yellow ABS warning ® ® ® (Electronic Stability Program), PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE lamp is lit while the...
  • Page 330 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the ®...

  • Page 331: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD is malfunctioning. Therefore, ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP ® ® PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST, The yellow ABS warning the HOLD function, hill start assist, crosswind driving assistance lamp is lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 332 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 333 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , HOLD, hill start assist, crosswind driving ® assistance and ESP trailer stabilization are temporarily ® The yellow ESP unavailable.

  • Page 334: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions F (USA only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. ! (Canada only) The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or lights up and/or warning lamp for the electric parking brake...

  • Page 335: Emergency Running Mode

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.

  • Page 336: Coolant

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gauge is defective. The red coolant warning lamp lights up The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a while the engine is risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
  • Page 337 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine warning lamp comes on cooling system.

  • Page 338: Distance Warning

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Secure the vehicle against rolling away ( page 188).

  • Page 339: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the...
  • Page 341 Useful information ......340 Stowage areas ........340 Features ..........348...

  • Page 342: Loading Guidelines

    Stowage areas never be exceeded. The gross load limit and Useful information the GVWR are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of the This Operator's Manual describes all driver's door ( page 415). models and all standard and optional The load must also be distributed so that the equipment of your vehicle available at the weight on each axle never exceeds the gross...

  • Page 343: Glove Box

    Stowage areas Stowage space Important safety notes WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.

  • Page 344: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas Stowage compartment under the To open: press marking :. armrest The eyeglasses compartment opens downwards. To close: press marking : again and the eyeglasses compartment returns upwards and engages. Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is always closed while the vehicle is in motion. Stowage compartment in the front center console To open: pull handle : up.

  • Page 345: Stowage Net

    Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, there may be open stowage spaces above and below the stowage compartment. Stowage nets WARNING Vehicles with the Occupant Classification System (OCS): If the gross weight of the objects in the Stowage net in cargo compartment stowage net on the back of the front- passenger seat is greater than 4.4 lb (2 kg), Observe the loading guidelines (...

  • Page 346: Cargo Compartment Enlargement Important Safety Notes

    Stowage areas Pull the center head restraint on the rear forward. Otherwise, the backrests may be bench seat into the uppermost position damaged. page 108). When the backrest is folded forwards, the Slide release catch : to the left and swing front seats cannot be moved to their rearmost position.

  • Page 347: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Fold seat backrest ; back until it engages. Make sure not to trap the seat belt while doing so. Swing seat cushion : back. Pull up and adjust the head restraints if necessary ( page 110). Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings Pull release handle = in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 348: Bag Hook

    Stowage areas Cargo compartment Cargo compartment cover Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.

  • Page 349: Stowage Well (Under)

    Stowage areas To extend: pull the cargo compartment cover back by grab handle : and clip it into retainers ; on the left and right. To retract: unhook the cargo compartment cover from left-hand and right-hand retainers ;. Guide cargo compartment cover forwards by grab handle : until it is completely rolled up.

  • Page 350: Roof Carrier

    There is a risk of injury, particularly in the adjust your driving style. event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the...

  • Page 351: Temperature Controlled

    Features Temperature-controlled cup holder in Always stow objects so that they cannot be the front-compartment center console thrown around in such situations. Always make sure that objects do not protrude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces while driving.

  • Page 352: Third Row Of Seats

    Features Mirror light Fold down the rear seat armrest. Cup holder : is located in the rear seat Bracket armrest. Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket Vanity mirror Cup holder in the third row of seats Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into bracket ;...

  • Page 353: Ashtray

    Features Tilt pull-out profile : as illustrated. Roller sunblinds on the rear side windows Slip guide bush ; into open area of guide rail =. ! Always guide the roller sunblind by hand. Straighten up pull-out profile : again. Do not let it snap back suddenly as this would damage the automatic roller mechanism.

  • Page 354: Cigarette Lighter

    Features To open: briefly press cover ; at the top. Your attention must always be focused on the traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette The ashtray opens. lighter when road and traffic conditions To remove the insert: push into recess permit.

  • Page 355: V Socket

    Features Socket in the cargo compartment the on-board voltage is too low, the power to the sockets is automatically cut. This ensures that there is sufficient power to start the engine. Socket in the front-compartment center console ! The socket is not suitable for operating the tire inflation compressor.

  • Page 356: Operation

    Features ! Note that work and repairs on the 115 V Insert the plug of the electronic device into 115 V power socket :. power socket should only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel. Indicator lamp ; lights up. To turn off: disconnect the plug from General notes 115 V power socket :.

  • Page 357: General Notes

    Customer Center hotlines: a service subscription is available USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance the starter battery is sufficiently charged Center at Determining the location of the vehicle on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)

  • Page 358: Emergency Call

    To adjust the volume during a call, proceed Have the system checked at the nearest as follows: authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact Press the W or X button on the the following service hotlines: multifunction steering wheel.

  • Page 359: Call Failed

    Features If you have questions about the activation, If no voice connection can be established to contact one of the following telephone the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance hotlines: Center, the system has been unable to initiate an emergency call. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance...

  • Page 360: Mb Info Call Button

    Assistance call button : is flashing continuously. Press Roadside Assistance button :. no voice connection to the Mercedes- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Benz Customer Assistance Center was Customer Assistance Center. established. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance This can occur if the relevant mobile phone button : flashes while the call is active.
  • Page 361 You receive information about operating your vehicle, about the nearest authorized the corresponding button on the audio Mercedes-Benz Center and about other system or on COMAND for ending a products and services from Mercedes-Benz. telephone call USA only: you can find further information on When a call is initiated, the audio system the mbrace system under "Owners Online"...

  • Page 362: Search & Send

    If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then possible. 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address The destination download function can will be sent to your vehicle. only be used if the vehicle is equipped with When the "Send"...
  • Page 363 Features Vehicle remote closing If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with mbrace and activated mbrace The remote closing feature can be used when accounts: you have forgotten to lock the vehicle and you If multiple vehicles are registered under the are no longer nearby.

  • Page 364: Vehicle Remote Malfunction Diagnosis

    You are then, for Depending on what the customer service example, guided to the nearest authorized representative agreed with you, the voice Mercedes-Benz Center or a recovery vehicle connection is re-established after the transfer is called. is complete. If necessary, you will be...

  • Page 365: Downloading Routes

    Features Speed alert about various special offers at your workshop. You can define the upper speed limit, which monthly status information e-mail on oil must not be exceeded by the vehicle. level, air pressure, maintenance, brakes, If this selected speed is exceeded by the etc.

  • Page 366: Triggering The Vehicle Alarm

    If you have difficulty programing the integrated garage door opener, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following telephone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink...
  • Page 367 Features Garage door remote control A is not necessary. You should test every position for at least 25 seconds before trying included with the integrated garage door another position. opener. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the Synchronizing the rolling code ignition lock ( page 167).
  • Page 368 Features opener. The signal is not recognized during Problems when programing programing. Comparable with Canadian law, If you are experiencing problems programing some U.S. garage door openers also feature the integrated garage door opener on the a "break". rear-view mirror, take note of the following Proceed as follows: instructions: if you live in Canada...

  • Page 369: Floormats

    Features Opening/closing the garage door securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use After it has been programed, the integrated loose floormats and do not place floormats on garage door opener performs the function of top of one another.
  • Page 370 Features To enable operation of radio-controlled equipment, e.g. toll recording systems, areas on the windshield are permeable to radio waves :. In these areas, you can install radio-controlled systems. These areas can best be seen from outside the vehicle by observing the light reflected off the windshield.
  • Page 371 Useful information ......370 Engine compartment ......370 ASSYST PLUS ........374 Care ............ 376...

  • Page 372: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional the radiator fan, may continue to run or start equipment of your vehicle available at the again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 373: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are Radiator not folded away from the windshield. You Vehicles with a diesel engine: do not cover could otherwise damage the windshield the radiator, for example with a winter front wipers or the hood. or bug cover.

  • Page 374: Adding Engine Oil

    You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Example: vehicles with a diesel engine...
  • Page 375 Engine compartment opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury. Let the engine cool down before opening the cap. Wear eye and hand protection when opening the cap. Open the cap slowly half a turn to allow pressure to escape.

  • Page 376: Service Message

    ASSYST PLUS If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. For further information on coolant, see page 450). Adding washer fluid to the windshield...

  • Page 377: Assyst Plus

    ASSYST PLUS You can obtain further information from an Displaying service messages authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at Switch on the ignition. http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). Press the = or ; button on the The ASSYST PLUS service interval display steering wheel to select the Serv.

  • Page 378: Car Wash

    Mercedes- be checked more often. Further information Benz. can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Washing the vehicle and cleaning the paintwork Driving abroad...

  • Page 379: Care

    Use a soft sponge to clean. position P automatically and locks the Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car wheels. You can prevent this by shifting shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. the automatic transmission to N Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a beforehand.

  • Page 380: Matte Finish

    Care Do not aim directly at any of the following: three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the care product used. tires If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc. the paint has become dull, the paint cleaner electrical components recommended and approved by Mercedes-...

  • Page 381: Exterior Lights

    Deposits such as leaves, petals Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior and pollen may under certain lighting using a wet sponge and a mild circumstances prevent water from draining cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths.

  • Page 382: Camera

    Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals in the exterior mirror housing using a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens :.

  • Page 383: Display

    Care The ball coupling must be cleaned if it If you drive at speeds above 20 mph becomes dirty or corroded. (30 km/h) or with the SmartKey in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock, the cover of the Remove rust on the ball of the ball coupling, 360°...

  • Page 384: Gear Or Selector Lever

    There is a risk of injury. are chrome-plated or not, consult an Do not use any care products and cleaning authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. agents to clean the cockpit. Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with ! Do not affix the following to plastic a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g.

  • Page 385: Carpets

    Carpets: use the carpet and textile differences in the texture cleaning agents recommended and marks caused by growth and injury approved by Mercedes-Benz. slight nuances of color These are characteristics of leather and not material defects. Seat covers of other materials...
  • Page 387 Useful information ......386 Where will I find...? ......386 Flat tire ..........387 Battery (vehicle) ........ 391 Jump-starting ........395 Towing and tow-starting ....397 Fuses ..........400...

  • Page 388: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Vehicles with a TIREFIT kit Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.

  • Page 389: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the Jack Start/Stop button from the ignition lock Wheel bolts page 167). Towing eye All occupants must get out of the vehicle. Lift the cargo compartment floor up Make sure that they are not endangered as page 347).

  • Page 390: Breakdown Assistance

    Flat tire Important safety notes If the pressure loss warning message appears in the multifunction display: WARNING Observe the instructions in the display When driving in emergency mode, the driving messages ( page 318). characteristics deteriorate, e.g. when Check the tire for damage. cornering, accelerating quickly and when If driving on, observe the following notes.
  • Page 391 Flat tire Using the TIREFIT kit Do not drive the vehicle. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irritation. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed. Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes.
  • Page 392 Flat tire Tire pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tire. Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 30 ft (10 m).

  • Page 393: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tire. Stow the tire sealant bottle and the tire inflation compressor.
  • Page 394 Battery (vehicle) WARNING WARNING Work carried out incorrectly on the battery During the charging process, a battery can lead, for example, to a short circuit and produces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit thus damage the vehicle electronics. This can occurs or sparks are created, the hydrogen lead to function restrictions applying to gas can ignite.
  • Page 395 Mercedes-Benz. These batteries provide increased impact you first remove the negative terminal protection to prevent vehicle occupants from...

  • Page 396: Charging The Battery

    Never charge a battery still installed in the the mirrors out once ( page 123). vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. An accessory battery charge unit specially Charging the battery adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and...

  • Page 397: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 398 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.

  • Page 399: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Slide cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery B using the jumper cable, always begin with positive terminal ;...

  • Page 400: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting ! Make sure that the electric parking brake vehicle identification plate; see the printed Operator's Manual. is released. If the electric parking brake is faulty, visit a qualified specialist workshop. It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed.

  • Page 401: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Vehicles with a trailer tow hitch: if possible, On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the connect the towbar to the trailer tow hitch SmartKey instead of the Start/Stop button page 264). page 167). The brackets for the screw-in towing eyes are Depress and hold the brake pedal.

  • Page 402: Fuses Allocation Chart

    If the drive wheels have become stuck in specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized loose or muddy ground, pull the vehicle out Mercedes-Benz Center. with extreme caution, especially so if the vehicle is loaded. Never attempt to recover a vehicle with a Before changing a fuse trailer attached.

  • Page 403: Fuses

    Fuses The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: Fuse box in the engine compartment Fuse box on the front-passenger side of the Pay attention to the important safety notes dashboard page 400). Fuse box in the engine compartment on the WARNING right-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed When the hood is open and the windshield...
  • Page 404 Fuses Fuse box under the rear bench seat Pay attention to the important safety notes page 400). ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the fuse box when the cover is open. ! When closing the cover, make sure that it is lying correctly on the fuse box.

  • Page 405: Wheels And Tires

    Useful information ......404 Important safety notes ....404 Operation ........... 404 Winter operation ....... 406 Tire pressure ........408 Loading the vehicle ......415 All about wheels and tires ....419 Changing a wheel ......427 Wheel and tire combinations ... 432 Emergency spare wheel ....

  • Page 406: Useful Information

    Operator's Accessories that are not approved for your Manual. Country-specific differences are vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or that are not possible. Please note that your vehicle may being used correctly can impair operating not be equipped with all features safety.

  • Page 407: Wet Road Surface

    Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.

  • Page 408: M+S Tires

    (hydroplaning). form, thereby damaging the tires Replace the tires after six years at the permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept latest, regardless of wear. responsibility for this type of damage. Observe the notes on the emergency spare wheel ( page 439).

  • Page 409: Winter Operation

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a Always observe the maximum permissible corresponding standard of quality. speed specified for the M+S tires you have If you intend to mount snow chains, please mounted.

  • Page 410: Recommended

    Tire pressure Operation with a trailer: the applicable Tire pressure value for the rear tires is the maximum tire Tire pressure specifications pressure value stated in the table inside the fuel filler flap. Important safety notes Further information on tire pressures can be WARNING obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 411: Tire Pressure

    This can also result in tire pressure loss. There is a risk of an accident. Only screw the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for Some tire pressure tables show only the rim your vehicle onto the tire valve.

  • Page 412: Maximum

    Tire pressure Therefore, you should only correct tire Avoid tire pressures that are too low in all the pressures when the tires are cold. tires, including the spare wheel. The tires are cold: Underinflated tires may: if the vehicle has been parked without overheat, leading to tire defects direct sunlight on the tires for at least three hours and...

  • Page 413: Service Menu

    Tire pressure Never exceed the maximum permissible tire Tire pressure loss warning system inflation pressure. Always observe the General notes recommended tire pressure for your vehicle when adjusting the tire pressure While the vehicle is in motion, the tire page 408). pressure loss warning system monitors the set tire pressure using the rotational speed of The actual values for tires are vehicle-...

  • Page 414: Restarting

    Tire pressure you adopt a very sporty driving style If you wish to confirm the restart: (cornering at high speeds or driving with Press the a button. high rates of acceleration). Tire Pressure Now OK? Tire Pressure Now OK? message you are towing a very heavy or large trailer.

  • Page 415: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure USA only: Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate if the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the warning lamp will Example: current tire pressure display flash for approximately a minute and then For information on the message display, refer...

  • Page 416: Checking The Tire Pressure Electronically

    Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the electronically event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the vehicle to a halt by braking carefully. Avoid Make sure that the SmartKey is in position abrupt steering maneuvers.

  • Page 417: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle and must be corrected at the next Press the = or ; button on the opportunity. steering wheel to select the Service Service menu. If the Check Check Tires Tires message appears in the multifunction display, the tire pressure in Press the 9 or : button to select one or more tires has dropped significantly Tire Pressure...
  • Page 418 Loading the vehicle Two instruction labels on your vehicle show Maximum permissible gross vehicle the maximum possible load. weight rating (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard is on the B-pillar on the driver's side. The Tire and Loading Information placard shows the maximum permissible number of occupants and the maximum permissible vehicle load.
  • Page 419 Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples. The number of seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from the details shown.
  • Page 420 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a maximum load of 1,500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 415).

  • Page 421: All About Wheels And Tires

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) 1500 lbs (680 kg) (maximum gross Ò750 lbs (340 kg) = Ò540 lbs (245 kg) Ò150 lbs (68 kg) = vehicle weight rating 750 lbs (340 kg) =960 lbs (435 kg)

  • Page 422: Temperature

    All passenger car tires must conform to the freezing point. statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter The actual values for tires are vehicle- tires.

  • Page 423: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard Rim diameter page 425)
  • Page 424 All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Index Speed rating the tire height. up to 112 mph (180 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents up to 118 mph (190 km/h) diagonal tires;...

  • Page 425: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Load index All-weather tires and winter tires Index Speed rating up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S up to 118 mph (190 km/h) T M+S up to 130 mph (210 km/h) H M+S up to 149 mph (240 km/h) V M+S Not all tires with the M+S marking provide the driving characteristics of winter tires.

  • Page 426: Definition Of Terms

    All about wheels and tires Do not overload the tires by exceeding the Tire size: identifier = describes the tire size. specified load limit. The maximum Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used permissible load can be found on the by the manufacturer as a code to describe vehicle's Tire and Loading Information specific characteristics of the tire.
  • Page 427 All about wheels and tires 100 kilopascals (kPa) are the equivalent of vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar on 1 bar. the driver's side. DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire the United States Department of identification.
  • Page 428 All about wheels and tires Load index Cold tire pressure In addition to the load-bearing index, the load The tires are cold: index may also be imprinted on the sidewall if the vehicle has been parked without of the tire. This specifies the load-bearing direct sunlight on the tires for at least three capacity more precisely.

  • Page 429: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Traction Rotating the wheels Traction is the result of friction between the WARNING tires and the road surface. Interchanging the front and rear wheels may TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) severely impair the driving characteristics if The TWR specifies the maximum permissible the wheels or tires have different dimensions.

  • Page 430: Direction Of Rotation

    There is a risk of an accident. change on your vehicle, consult an Do not use power washers with circular jet authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged Necessary wheel-changing tools can tires or chassis components replaced include, for example: immediately.

  • Page 431: Raising The Vehicle

    Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. the jack is designed only to raise and hold...
  • Page 432 Changing a wheel before raising the vehicle, secure it from rolling away by applying the parking brake and inserting wheel chocks. Do not disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. the jack must be placed on a firm, flat and non-slip surface.

  • Page 433: Mounting A New Wheel

    For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! Always use wheel bolts ; to mount the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel. Using other wheel bolts to mount the "Minispare"...

  • Page 434: Lowering The Vehicle

    Wheel and tire combinations Lowering the vehicle General notes WARNING ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts recommends that you only use tires and and bolts are not tightened to the specified wheels which have been approved by tightening torque.

  • Page 435: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Tire and Loading Information placard with the recommended tire pressures on MO = Mercedes-Benz Original the B-pillar on the driver's side MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended in the tire pressure table on the inside of (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) the fuel filler flap...
  • Page 436 Wheel and tire combinations The tires and wheel rims, as well as further information, can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 437: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC All-weather tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 BA: 275/50 R 19 111 H M+S Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm) R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 20 H2...
  • Page 438 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) GL 450 4MATIC All-weather tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 BA: 275/50 R 19 111 H M+S Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
  • Page 439 R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) GL 550 4MATIC All-weather tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 19 H2 BA: 275/50 R 19 111 H M+S Wheel offset: 2.44 in (62 mm)
  • Page 440 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 9.0 J x 20 H2 BA: 275/45 R 20 110 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.61 in (41 mm) GL 63 AMG 4MATIC Summer tires R 21 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 10.0 J x 21 H2 BA: 295/40 ZR 21 111 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.81 in (46 mm)

  • Page 441: Important Safety Notes

    Emergency spare wheel Snow chains must not be mounted on Emergency spare wheel emergency spare wheels. Important safety notes WARNING General notes The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type Mounting the emergency spare wheel is of the spare wheel or emergency spare wheel described under "Mounting a wheel"...

  • Page 442: Removing

    Emergency spare wheel is secured to the cargo tie down rings in the Removing the emergency spare wheel cargo compartment. To stow the "Minispare" emergency spare wheel, the rear seats in the third row must be folded in ( page 111). To remove the emergency spare wheel: open the tailgate.

  • Page 443: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Technical data "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels T 165/90 R19 119 M 4.5 B x 19 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.58 in (40 mm)

  • Page 445: Technical Data

    Useful information ......444 Information regarding technical data ............ 444 Identification plates ......444 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 445 Vehicle data ........453 Vehicle data for off-road driving ..454 Trailer tow hitch ........ 456...

  • Page 446: Useful Information

    Information regarding technical data General information The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels. You can find information on technical data in...

  • Page 447: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Californian emissions standards You can recognize service products approved Engine number (stamped into the by Mercedes-Benz by the following crankcase) inscription on the containers: VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)

  • Page 448: Grade (Gasoline)

    Model Total accordance with an MB Sheet number (e.g. capacity MB 229.5). They have not necessarily been approved by Mercedes-Benz. All models 26.4 US gal (100.0 l) Fuel Model Of which...

  • Page 449: Diesel

    Mercedes-Benz grade unleaded gasoline must be used. Center. If standard unleaded gasoline is Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use unavailable and you have to refuel with branded fuels that have additives. unleaded gasoline of a lower grade, The quality of the fuel available in some observe the following precautions: countries may not be sufficient.

  • Page 450: Low Outside Temperatures

    Bio-diesel – FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) Do not inhale ammonia vapors. Fill the DEF Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- tank only in well-ventilated areas. diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The concentration of bio-diesel in the ULSD may Low outside temperatures not exceed 5% by volume.

  • Page 451: Engine Oil

    445). The engine oils are matched to the Purity performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and ! Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other service intervals. You should therefore only service products, cleaning agents or dust) use engine oils and oil filters that are...

  • Page 452: Notes

    (8.5 l) brake system when the brakes are applied hard. This would impair braking efficiency. GL 350 BlueTEC 4 8.5 US qt (8.0 l) There is a risk of an accident. MATIC You should have the brake fluid renewed at the specified intervals.

  • Page 453: Washer Fluid

    Service products and filling capacities Further information on coolants can be When the vehicle is first delivered, it is found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications filled with a coolant mixture that ensures for Service Products, MB Specifications for adequate antifreeze and corrosion Service Products 310.1, e.g.

  • Page 454: Refrigerant

    AMG vehicles Capacity ! Only the refrigerant R-134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be Refrigerant used. The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not PAG oil approved for R-134a refrigerant.

  • Page 455: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data Missing values were not available at time of Vehicle data going to print. General notes Model Please note that for the specified vehicle Opening Maximum data: height headroom the heights specified may vary as a result Models 83.9 in - 76.1 in - without 86.9 in...

  • Page 456: Fording Depth

    220 lb (100 kg) Model (except AMG Vehicle vehicles) length Fording depth GL 450 4MATIC 201.6 in (5120 mm) GL 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC Fording depth GL 550 4MATIC 202.6 in (5146 mm) Vehicles without the ON&OFFROAD package AMG vehicles Raised level...

  • Page 457: Vehicle Data For Off-Road Driving

    Vehicle data for off-road driving Approach/departure angle Off-road level 2 24° 24° Off-road level 3 26° 26° AMG vehicles Highway level (in sports 19° 19° mode with the AMG adaptive suspension system activated) All vehicles (except AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG bodystyling) Raised level 23°...

  • Page 458: Trailer Tow Hitch

    Trailer tow hitch Trailer tow hitch Mounting dimensions ! If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, changes to the cooling system and drive train may be necessary, depending on the vehicle type. If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted, observe the anchorage points on the chassis frame.

  • Page 459: Trailer Loads

    The lowest weight applies. The maximum permissible trailer drawbar noseweight is the maximum weight with which the trailer drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings. Ball position When choosing a ball coupling, the dimensions stated in the illustration must not be exceeded.

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