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Order no. 6515 2380 13 Part no. 221 584 02 96 Edition A 2013
S-Class
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 S-Class Operator's Manual É2215840296ÆËÍ 2215840296 Order no. 6515 2380 13 Part no. 221 584 02 96 Edition A 2013...
  • Page 2 ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of instruction that must be followed. Further information about Mercedes-Benz 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 Before you drive off, please familiarize yourself with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notes. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and avoid endangering yourself and others.

  • Page 5: Contents

    Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 35 Introduction ......... 28 Safety ........... 47 Opening/closing ......... 81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors . . 105 COMAND ..........119 Lights and windshield wipers ..279 Climate control ......... 293 Driving and parking ......305 On-board computer and displays ..

  • Page 6: Index

    Index Additional speedometer ....388 1, 2, 3 ... Additives (engine oil) ......535 115 V socket ........448 Address 12 V socket Entering (example) ......157 see Sockets see Address book 4ETS Address book see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Calling up ........209 Traction System) Connecting a call ......

  • Page 7: Index

    Video DVD ........249 Setting the picture ......244 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..380 Setting the volume and sound ..250 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center Showing/hiding the menu ..... 250 see Qualified specialist workshop Switching to ........250 Authorized workshop...
  • Page 8 Index External authorization (telephone) . 201 General information ....... 151 Back button ........123 Introduction ........197 Back support Receiving vCards ......208 see Lumbar support Searching for devices ....152 Bag hook ..........441 Settings ......... 151 Balance, adjusting ......139 Telephone basic menu ....

  • Page 9: Index

    Index Calling voicemail ....... 205 Multisession ........233 Call lists Notes on discs ....... 234 Operating the player/changer Displaying details ......209 (on-board computer) ...... 381 Introduction ........213 Pause function ....... 227 Opening and selecting an entry ..213 Saving an entry in the address Playback options ......
  • Page 10 Index Child seat Color, setting (TV, video) ....244 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat COMAND anchors ..........68 At a glance (overview) ....122 Special seat belt retractor ....68 Back button ........123 Top Tether ........69 Basic functions ......137 Cigarette lighter ........

  • Page 11: Index

    Index Display message ......419 Selecting from the destination Driving system ....... 334 memory ......... 163 Function/notes ......334 Selecting from the list of last Important safety notes ....334 destinations ........163 Setting a speed ......335 Destination memory (navigation) Storing and maintaining current Deleting an entry ......
  • Page 12 Drinking and driving ....... 330 see Seats Driving abroad ....... 280 Driving abroad Driving in winter ......333 Mercedes-Benz Service ....470 Driving on flooded roads ....333 Symmetrical low beam ....280 Driving on wet roads ...... 333 Driving Assistance package ..... 363 Exhaust check .......

  • Page 13: Index

    Index Inserting ........225 Emergency Tensioning Devices Inserting/loading (Rear Seat Function ........... 65 Entertainment System) ....255 Safety guidelines ......49 Notes on discs ....... 234 Emissions control Removing/ejecting (Rear Seat Service and warranty information ..28 Entertainment System) ....256 Engine Selecting a media type ....
  • Page 14 Index Important safety information ... 75 Front fog lamps ......... 282 Warning lamp ......... 430 Display message ......406 ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Switching on/off ......282 System) ..........76 Front-passenger seat Exhaust check ........331 Adjusting from the driver's seat ..109 Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning Adjusting from the rear instructions) ........

  • Page 15: Index

    ......288 Gear or selector lever (cleaning Display message ......406 guidelines) ......... 476 Switching Adaptive Highbeam Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..528 Assist on/off ......... 284 Switching on/off ......283 Glove box ........... 438 GPS reception ........155 Hill start assist ........
  • Page 16 Index Manual control ....... 286 Lap time (RACETIMER) ...... 382 Overview ........285 LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat Reading lamp ......... 285 anchors ..........68 Intermediate stop Letter bar Deleting ......... 166 see Character bar Entering ......... 165 License plate lamp (display ®...

  • Page 17: Index

    Index ® ® mbrace Logic 7 (Harman Kardon Automatic retrieval of vehicle data surround sound system) (service due date) ......456 see 3D sound (Harman Kardon ® Call priority ........453 surround sound system) Display message ......399 Low-beam headlamps Downloading destinations Display message ......
  • Page 18 Index Microphone, switching on/off ..205 General notes ........ 234 Mirrors Playback options ......237 Switching to ........234 see Exterior mirrors Music search ........230 see Rear-view mirror see Vanity mirror Music storage Mobile phone see MUSIC REGISTER Mute ........... 138 Menu (on-board computer) ....

  • Page 19: Index

    Index Selecting a destination from the Odometer ........... 378 list of last destinations ....163 see Trip odometer Selecting your home address ..163 Off-road ..........177 Setting route options (avoiding: highways, toll roads, tunnels, see Engine oil ferries) ........... 156 On-board computer Setting the route type (short AMG menu ........
  • Page 20 Index Panorama roof with power tilt/ Deleting an entry ......211 sliding panel Entering characters ....... 136 Opening/closing ......100 Introduction ........207 Problem (malfunction) ....103 Picture settings (TV, video) ....244 Resetting ........102 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 475 Panorama sliding sunroof Playback options Important safety notes ....

  • Page 21: Index

    Index Radio Rear view camera HD Radio™ ........219 Cleaning instructions ..... 474 Selecting a station ......380 Function/notes ......357 Setting a station ......216 Rear-view mirror ....... 117 Sound settings (balance, bass, Rear window blind ......445 fader, treble) ........139 see Rear window roller sunblind Storing stations ......
  • Page 22 Index Roller sunblind Occupant Classification System Panorama roof with power tilt/ (OCS) ..........54 sliding panel ........100 Overview of occupant safety Rear side windows ......96 systems ........... 48 Safety notes Rear window ........445 Rear window (COMAND) ....266 Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode ..

  • Page 23: Index

    Index Important safety notes ....107 Setting the volume Multicontour seat ......112 Telephone calls ......138 Seat heating problem ....113 Video AUX ........250 Seat ventilation problem ....114 Side impact air bag ......52 Selecting (COMAND) ..... 274 Side marker lamp (display Storing settings (memory message) ..........
  • Page 24 Index Sound settings Steering wheel heating Balance and fader ......139 Switching on/off ......114 Calling up the sound menu .... 139 Steering wheel paddle shifters ..318 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 253 Stop function Surround sound ......140 Audio DVD ........

  • Page 25: Index

    Index Switching between picture System .......... 450 formats (TV, video) ......245 Vehicle remote unlocking ....455 Switching between summer time Telephone and standard time ......148 Accepting/ending a call ....203 Switching off the alarm (ATA) .... 79 Accepting a call ......384 Switching the hands-free Adjusting the volume for calls ..
  • Page 26 Index Temperature DOT (Department of Coolant .......... 374 Transportation) (definition) .... 518 Coolant (on-board computer) ..381 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Engine oil (on-board computer) ..381 (definition) ........519 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) Outside temperature ...... 375 Setting (climate control) ....298 (definition) ........

  • Page 27: Index

    Index Traction ......... 513 Trunk Traction (definition) ....... 520 Emergency release ....94, 95 Tread wear ........513 Important safety notes ....91 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Limiting the opening angle ..... 269 Standards ........513 Locking separately ......94 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Opening/closing (automatically Standards (definition) ....
  • Page 28 Index Maintenance ........29 Stop function ......... 247 Parking for a long period ....329 Subtitles ........249 Pulling away ........309 Switching to ........246 Raising ........... 480 VIN ............529 Reporting problems ......32 Voice Control System Towing away ........490 Settings .........

  • Page 29: Index

    Index Storing ........... 521 Tightening torque ......483 Wheel size/tire size ....... 521 Window curtain air bag Display message ......401 Operation ......... 53 Windows see Side windows Windshield Defrosting ........300 Infrared reflective ......460 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system ....

  • Page 30: Introduction

    Country-specific differences are approved for the type of vehicle. possible. Please note that your vehicle may Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as not be equipped with all features described. conversion parts and accessories which have This also applies to safety-related systems been specifically approved for your vehicle for and functions.
  • Page 31 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 32 Delivery Program. For details, consult an impair the operating safety of your vehicle. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to Such blows can be caused, for example, by one of the following addresses. running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole.

  • Page 33: Diagnostics Connection

    Industry Canada license-exempt Qualified specialist workshop RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a following two conditions: (1) These devices qualified specialist workshop. It has the may not cause interference, and (2) These...

  • Page 34: Customer Relations Department

    If the problem is not resolved to SW., Washington, DC 20590. your satisfaction, please discuss the problem You can obtain additional information about again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or vehicle safety from: contact us at one of the following addresses. http://www.safercar.gov...
  • Page 35 Introduction Your vehicle records electronic data. If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace , data is transmitted in the event of an accident. This information helps, for example, to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access this data and submit for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes...
  • Page 37 Cockpit ..........36 Instrument cluster ......37 On-board computer and COMAND ..39 Center console ........41 Overhead control panel ...... 42 Door control panel ......43 Rear seats ..........45...
  • Page 38 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Overhead control panel shifters Automatic climate control Combination switch Ignition lock Cruise control lever Start/Stop button Horn Adjusts the steering wheel Steering wheel heating Instrument cluster Electric parking brake DIRECT SELECT lever Diagnostics connection Control panel for: Vehicle level...

  • Page 39: Fuel Gauge

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Coolant temperature Unit of measurement for the speedometer Fuel gauge Outside temperature PARKTRONIC Additional speedometer Multifunction display HOLD function Speedometer Ä PRE-SAFE ® Brake Transmission position Adaptive Highbeam Assist Tachometer Lane Keeping Assist or 365, Drive program Active Lane Keeping Assist...

  • Page 40: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page Turn signal ® Electric parking brake (red) Tire pressure monitor F (USA only) Diesel engine: preglow ! (Canada only) Check engine Electric parking brake (yellow) F (USA only) ! (Canada only) High-beam headlamps Seat belt Reserve fuel...
  • Page 41 On-board computer and COMAND On-board computer and COMAND Function Page Function Page Back Rejects or ends a call Switches off the Voice Exits phone book/redial Control System; see the memory separate operating instructions Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial =;...
  • Page 42 On-board computer and COMAND Function Page Function Page COMAND display CD and DVD player/ changer COMAND controller and 122, COMAND function buttons...

  • Page 43: Center Console

    Center console Center console Function Page Function Page Function button for the Adjusts the volume radio and CD/DVD/SD Programmable button card Telephone keypad Back button Rear window roller sunblind Hazard warning lamps Retracts the rear seat head Lumbar support restraints Multicontour seat Selects the drive program Function button for the...

  • Page 44: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page Eyeglasses compartment y Extends/retracts the rear roller sunblind of the p Switches the left- panorama roof with power hand reading lamp on/off tilt/sliding panel u Switches the rear p Switches the right- interior lighting on/off hand reading lamp on/off c Switches the front...

  • Page 45: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Front Function Page Function Page Opens the door W Opens/closes the side windows %& Unlocks/locks t Opens/closes the the vehicle roller sunblinds in the rear Adjusts the seat electrically side windows r45= o Opens the trunk lid Memory function p Vehicles with trunk lid w Adjusts the front-...
  • Page 46 Door control panel Rear Function Page Function Page v Adjusts the front- W Opens/closes the passenger seat from the side windows rear t Opens/closes the roller sunblinds in the rear r45= side windows Memory function c Adjusts seat heating Adjusts the seat electrically s Adjusts seat Opens the door ventilation...
  • Page 47 Rear seats Rear seats Function Page Function Page Cup holder underneath the Stowage compartment in rear seat armrest the rear seat armrest Cup holder in the rear seat Stowage box in the seat armrest backrest Control panel for multicontour seat in the rear compartment...

  • Page 49: Table Of Contents

    Useful information ......48 Occupant safety ........48 Children in the vehicle ......66 Panic alarm .......... 72 Driving safety systems ....... 72 Theft deterrent locking system ..79...

  • Page 50: Useful Information

    Occupant safety Useful information interconnected electronic systems, can lead to the restraint systems no longer functioning as intended. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional Air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices equipment of your vehicle available at the (ETDs), for example, could deploy time of publication of the Operator's inadvertently or fail to deploy in accidents...

  • Page 51: Safety Guidelines

    Air bags and ETDs are designed to function while driving. on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that has deployed must be replaced. PRE- For your safety, Mercedes-Benz strongly ® SAFE has electrically operated reversible recommends that you have the system...

  • Page 52: Important Safety Notes

    As the air bag inflates with considerable injuries resulting from air bag deployment. speed and force, a proper seating position If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz and correct positioning of the hands on the strongly recommends that you inform the...
  • Page 53 Benz Center at an additional cost. Failure to follow these instructions can result Please contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz in severe injuries to you or other occupants. Center or call the Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes...

  • Page 54: Side Impact Air Bag

    Occupant safety Air bags provide additional protection; they Your vehicle has adaptive, two-stage front air are not, however, a substitute for seat belts. bags. In the event of a collision, the air bag All vehicle occupants must fasten their seat control unit evaluates the vehicle belts regardless of whether your vehicle is deceleration.

  • Page 55: Window Curtain Air Bag

    Side impact air bags will not deploy in side Only use seat covers which have been tested impacts which do not exceed the system's and approved by Mercedes-Benz for your preset deployment thresholds for lateral vehicle model. Using other seat covers may acceleration/deceleration.

  • Page 56: Indicator Lamp

    Mercedes-Benz Center. Window curtain air bags : will not deploy in For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz impacts with deceleration rates which do not recommends that you only use seat exceed the system's preset deployment...
  • Page 57 Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front- If the front-passenger front air bag is passenger seat is classified as being empty, deployed, the rate of inflation will be the 42 indicator lamp will influenced by: illuminate when the engine is started and the rate of vehicle deceleration as assessed remain illuminated, indicating that the front- by the air bag control unit...
  • Page 58 Have the system checked by secure child restraint with the vehicle's qualified technicians as soon as possible. seat belt according to the child seat Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz manufacturer's instructions Center. For children larger than a typical 12-month-...

  • Page 59: System Self-Test

    Occupant safety In order to ensure proper operation of the air WARNING bag system and OCS: Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. a pillow), since it reduces Sit with the seat belt properly fastened in a the effectiveness of the OCS.
  • Page 60 OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized weight up to that of a Mercedes-Benz Center. Do not transport a child on the front- typical twelve- passenger seat as long as the OCS is not functioning.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety panel and the side windows are closed so ® PRE-SAFE (preventative occupant that only a small gap remains. protection) If the hazardous situation passes without WARNING ® resulting in an accident, PRE-SAFE slackens ® The PRE-SAFE system reduces the impact of the belt pretensioning.
  • Page 62 Occupant safety PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints checked at an authorized restraints may not function properly and in Mercedes-Benz Center after a rear-end the event of a rear-end collision may not offer collision. the protection they are designed to provide.
  • Page 63 Occupant safety workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes- WARNING Benz Center. Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure all of your passengers are properly restrained. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts. Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident.
  • Page 64 Only use seat belts which have been approved ribs or abdomen, which could severely by Mercedes-Benz. injure internal organs such as your liver or Do not make any modifications to the seat spleen.

  • Page 65: Fastening

    Occupant safety keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat. When using a seat belt to secure infant restraints, toddler restraints, or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions. WARNING Do not pass seat belts over sharp edges. They could tear.

  • Page 66: Occupant Safety

    Occupant safety For more information about releasing the seat To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards. belt with release button ?, see "Releasing The belt sash guide engages in various positions. seat belts" ( page 64). To lower: press and hold belt sash guide Seat belt adjustment release :.

  • Page 67: Belt Force Limiters

    Occupant safety If after six seconds the driver's or front- The ETDs do not correct incorrect seat passenger seat belt is not fastened and the positions or incorrectly fastened seat belts. doors are closed, the 7 seat belt warning The ETDs do not pull vehicle occupants back lamp will remain lit: towards the backrest.
  • Page 68 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Tensioning Devices, always observe the Standards 213 and 210.2. safety instructions. These are available from An information label on the child restraint any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. system indicates whether it meets these The PRE-SAFE ® system has electrically standards.

  • Page 69: Children In The Vehicle

    Children in the vehicle Children can be killed or seriously injured by If you place a child in a forward-facing child an inflating air bag. Note the following restraint on the front-passenger seat: important information when circumstances move the seat as far back as possible require you to place a child in the front- use the proper child restraint passenger seat:...

  • Page 70: Anchors

    Children in the vehicle retractor ensures the seat belt will not WARNING slacken once the child restraint system has When leaving the vehicle, always remove the been secured. SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take Installing a child restraint system: the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.

  • Page 71: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle Move the backrest of the electrically a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a adjustable rear seat to an upright position booster. page 108). Install the child restraint system in Fold upholstery cover = and the Velcro accordance with the manufacturer's fastener upwards.

  • Page 72: Child-Proof Locks Important Safety Notes

    Children in the vehicle instructions when doing so. Make sure that Top Tether belt ? is tight. The child restraint system with Top Tether belt ? has been removed: Slide covering cap : onto Top Tether anchorage ;. WARNING Vehicles with rear power seats: Never change the rear seat position after Vehicles with electrically adjustable rear installing the child restraint.

  • Page 73: Rear Doors

    Children in the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

  • Page 74: Panic Alarm

    Driving safety systems The KEYLESS-GO key must be in the vehicle. USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference, 2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may To activate/deactivate: press button :.

  • Page 75: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems ADAPTIVE BRAKE WARNING ® PRE-SAFE Brake If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when braking. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely impaired. Important safety notes Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. There is an increased danger WARNING of skidding and accidents.

  • Page 76: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems BAS PLUS can also react to stationary BAS (Brake Assist System) obstacles, e.g. stopped or parked vehicles, at Observe the "Important safety notes" speeds of up to approximately 40 mph section ( page 73). (70 km/h). Should you approach an obstacle and BAS WARNING PLUS has detected a risk of collision, BAS If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance...
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can WARNING be impaired if there is: ® ® If ESP is malfunctioning, ESP is unable to dirt on the sensors or anything else stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further covering the sensors driving safety systems are deactivated.

  • Page 78: Electronic Brake Force Distribution

    Driving safety systems ® Only use wheels with the recommended is activated automatically when the ® engine is started. tire sizes. Only then will ESP function properly. ® If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels ® start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) the instrument cluster flashes.

  • Page 79: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems If the driver and front passenger have their the brake system checked at a qualified ® seat belt fastened, PRE-SAFE Brake can also specialist workshop. brake the vehicle automatically at speeds Observe information regarding indicator and from approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) to warning lamps ( page 428) as well as approximately 124 mph (200 km/h).
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems immediately prior to an accident that can no to crossing traffic longer be avoided. when cornering WARNING ® As a result, PRE-SAFE Brake may neither give warnings nor intervene in all critical ® PRE-SAFE Brake will initially brake your situations.

  • Page 81: Theft Deterrent Locking System

    Theft deterrent locking system 2. this device must accept any interference If the alarm stays on for more than received, including interference that may 30 seconds, the mbrace (USA only) or TELE cause undesired operation of the device. AID (Canada only) emergency call system initiates a call to the Customer Assistance Removal, tampering, or altering of the Center automatically.
  • Page 82 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 83 Useful information ......82 SmartKey ..........82 Doors ............ 88 Trunk ............ 91 Side windows ........95 Sliding sunroof ........98...

  • Page 84: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information hot, and a child could be burned on these parts. This Operator's Manual describes all WARNING models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the If a key ring is too heavy or too large, the time of publication of the Operator's weight acting on the key could cause it to turn Manual.

  • Page 85: Locking

    SmartKey KEYLESS-GO Important notes on the use of KEYLESS- Do not keep the KEYLESS-GO key together with: electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone or another key metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil. This can affect the functionality of & Locks the vehicle KEYLESS-GO.

  • Page 86: Mechanical Key

    SmartKey To unlock the vehicle: pull the door The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as handle. follows: To lock the vehicle: touch sensor To unlock the driver's door: pull the door surface :. handle on the driver's door. Convenience closing feature: touch To unlock centrally: pull the door handle recessed sensor surface ;...

  • Page 87: Important Safety Notes

    SmartKey Removing the mechanical key Checking the battery Push release catch : in the direction of Press the & or % button. The battery is working properly if battery the arrow and at the same time, remove mechanical key ; from the SmartKey. check lamp : lights up briefly If battery check lamp : does not light up briefly during the test, the battery is...
  • Page 88 SmartKey arrow until battery tray cover : opens. When doing so, do not hold cover : shut. Remove battery tray cover :. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out. Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards.

  • Page 89: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from close range and press the % / &...

  • Page 90: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost the Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. mechanical key. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Remove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock.
  • Page 91 Doors Centrally locking and unlocking the WARNING vehicle from the inside Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment unless they are You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle firmly secured in place. from the inside. Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo The central locking/unlocking button does increases a child's risk of injury in the event...

  • Page 92: Power Closing Feature

    Doors of more than 9 mph (15 km/h), the vehicle Power closing feature (doors): push the locks automatically. door past the first detent position of the lock. You could therefore be locked out when: The power closing feature will pull the door the vehicle is being pushed.

  • Page 93: Trunk

    Trunk Locking the vehicle WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take SmartKey, you can lock it by taking the the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. following steps.
  • Page 94 Trunk gases may enter the vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death. ! The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. You can limit the opening angle of the trunk lid.

  • Page 95: Opening/Closing

    Trunk Opening/closing automatically from Even with the SmartKey removed from the outside starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS- GO removed from the vehicle, the remote Important safety notes trunk opening/closing switch can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children WARNING unattended in the vehicle, or with access to Make sure the trunk lid is closed when the...
  • Page 96 Trunk Even with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS- GO removed from the vehicle, the remote trunk opening/closing switch can be operated. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.
  • Page 97 Side windows Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise Side windows from position 1 as far as it will go to Important safety notes position 2. The trunk is unlocked. WARNING Turn the mechanical key back to position When opening or closing the door windows, 1 and remove it.

  • Page 98: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows Sunblinds on the rear side windows Opening and closing the side windows To close fully: pull the corresponding switch when the side window is closed. To open fully: press the corresponding switch. You can use the switches on the rear doors to close the rear roller sunblinds for the opposite side.

  • Page 99: Side Windows

    Side windows Using the SmartKey the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel are in the desired position. The SmartKey must be close to the To interrupt convenience opening: driver's door handle. release the % button. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle.

  • Page 100: Resetting

    Sliding sunroof Make sure that all the side windows and the Problems with the side windows sliding sunroof or panorama roof with Problem: a side window cannot be closed power tilt/sliding panel are closed. because it is blocked by objects, e.g. To interrupt convenience closing: leaves in the window guide.

  • Page 101: Opening/Closing

    Sliding sunroof term "sliding sunroof" refers to both types of damaged if water enters the vehicle sliding sunroof. interior. Resonance noises can occur in addition WARNING to the usual airflow noises when the sliding When opening or closing the sliding sunroof, sunroof is open.

  • Page 102: Opening/Closing

    Sliding sunroof The automatic raising feature is available Operating the panorama roof with only when the sliding sunroof is closed. power tilt/sliding panel The automatic opening feature is available Opening and closing only when the sliding sunroof is not raised. The sun protection cover automatically opens along with the sliding sunroof.

  • Page 103: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel corresponding direction. You can stop is closed. The front and rear roller sunblinds automatic operation by operating the can be operated individually. switch again. Operating the front roller sunblind Operating the rear roller sunblind WARNING Operating from the front When opening or closing the front roller...

  • Page 104: Resetting

    Sliding sunroof reset correctly. The panorama roof with being injured by the opening or closing power tilt/sliding panel can otherwise be procedure. locked in the open position. The rear roller sunblind is equipped with automatic operation and the anti-entrapment Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 105 Sliding sunroof Make sure that the rear roller sunblind can times will cause the sliding sunroof to close be opened fully again ( page 101). without the anti-entrapment feature for as If this is not the case, repeat the steps long as you hold the switch.
  • Page 107 Useful information ......106 Correcting the driver's seat posi- tion ............. 106 Seats ..........107 Steering wheel ........114 Mirrors ..........116 Memory function ......118...

  • Page 108: Useful Information

    Correcting the driver's seat position you can fasten the seat belt properly. Useful information you have moved the backrest to an almost vertical position. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional you have set the seat cushion angle so equipment of your vehicle available at the that your thighs are gently supported.

  • Page 109: Important Safety Notes

    Seats Seats of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. Important safety notes never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being WARNING adjusted. In order to avoid possible loss of vehicle Failure to do so could result in an accident control, all seat, head restraint, steering and/or serious personal injury.

  • Page 110: Seats

    Seats Adjusting the seats Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident. ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat heating, observe the following information: keep liquids from spilling on the seats.
  • Page 111 Seats Seat cushion angle To activate/deactivate: press button :. Backrest angle If the indicator lamp in button : is lit, you Folding the head restraint up or back can access the following functions for the Head restraint angle front-passenger seat: Seat fore-and-aft adjustment seat adjustment seat heating/ventilation...

  • Page 112: Head Restraints Adjusting

    Seats Adjusting the NECK-PRO head You can use the override button to disable restraints this function ( page 71). The button is located in the rear door on the Adjusting front-passenger side. Pull or push the bottom of NECK-PRO head To select the front-passenger seat or rear- restraint :.
  • Page 113 Seats To adjust the side bolsters of the head Make sure that the SmartKey is in position restraint: push or pull side bolsters : into 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. the desired position. Press button :. To move forwards and backwards: pull Folding the rear seat head restraints into or push the NECK-PRO luxury head position electrically (outer head...

  • Page 114: Rear Compartment

    Seats To select a rear-compartment seat: push or pull rocker switch : or C forwards or backwards. The indicator lamp in the selected button lights up briefly. To adjust the side bolsters of the seat backrest: push or pull rocker switch B forwards or backwards.
  • Page 115 Seats Problems with the seat heating Switching the seat heating on/off The seat heating has switched itself off Switching on/off prematurely. The vehicle's electrical system WARNING voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on. Repeatedly setting the seat heating to level 3 may result in excessive seat temperatures.

  • Page 116: Important Safety Notes

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Other topics: EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature The seat ventilation has switched off page 115) prematurely. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low because too many electrical storing settings ( page 118) consumers are switched on. operating the on-board computer page 375) Switch off electrical consumers which you...

  • Page 117: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Position of the steering wheel and the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature driver's seat when the EASY-ENTRY/ Important safety notes EXIT feature is active The EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature makes getting The steering wheel tilts upwards and the in and out of your vehicle easier. driver's seat moves backwards if you: You can activate and deactivate the EASY- remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock...

  • Page 118: Mirrors

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out Mirrors electrically Exterior mirrors Adjusting the exterior mirrors WARNING Exercise care when using the passenger-side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear.

  • Page 119: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Press the mirror-folding button page 116) repeatedly until you hear the mirror engage in position. The mirror housing is engaged again and you can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual page 116). Automatic anti-glare mirrors WARNING Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and If incident light from headlamps is prevented that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the from striking the sensor in the rear-view...

  • Page 120: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position driver's side: steering wheel position setting driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors on the driver's and front-passenger Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the sides ignition lock. Adjust the exterior mirror on the front- passenger side with the corresponding button ( page 116).
  • Page 121 Useful information ......120 Introduction ........120 At a glance ......... 122 System settings ........ 147 Navigation ......... 154 Telephone .......... 197 Audio ..........215 Video ..........244 Rear Seat Entertainment System ..251 Vehicle ..........265...

  • Page 122: Comand

    Mercedes-Benz (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be Center. installed and operated with at least 8 inches...
  • Page 123 Introduction Declarations of conformity protect it against theft. You can obtain further information about protecting Vehicle components which receive and/ against theft from a qualified specialist or transmit radio waves workshop. USA only: The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Function restrictions Operation is subject to the following two For safety reasons, some COMAND functions...

  • Page 124: Components

    At a glance the telephone keypad At a glance connections in the glove box (USB, COMAND operating system ® additional USB, jack plug and iPod connection) Overview a remote control for the front passenger and for use with the Rear Seat Entertainment System two sets of cordless headphones for the Rear Seat Entertainment System...

  • Page 125: Back Button

    At a glance You can also exit a menu by sliding XVY or ZVÆ the COMAND controller. To switch to the basic display: press and hold back button :. COMAND changes to the basic display of the current operating mode. Function buttons The COMAND function buttons allow you to select a main function directly.

  • Page 126: Programmable Button

    At a glance Assigning the programmable button cVd the COMAND controller and press (favorites) W to confirm. Select System and press W to confirm. Select Favorites Button and press W to confirm. The list of predefined functions appears. The # dot in front of the list entry indicates the current setting.

  • Page 127: Display

    At a glance COMAND display Display overview The COMAND display shows the function currently selected and its associated menus. The COMAND display is divided into several areas. The radio display is shown in the example. Status bar To call up the audio menu Main function bar Display/selection window Radio menu bar...

  • Page 128: Rear Window Blind

    At a glance Navi Audio Telephone Video Vehicle Mode FM/AM radio Video DVD Map orientation Sat radio Multicontour seat/lumbar settings Point of interest Disc Video off Rear window symbols on the map blind Traffic symbols on the Memory card EASY-ENTRY/ EXIT system Text information on MUSIC...
  • Page 129 At a glance For example, the "Navi" function can be used There must be intervisibility between the from the driver's side while the "Video" headphones and the display so that function is used on the front-passenger side. COMAND can optimally transmit music and speech via the infrared signal on the front- Use the remote control to operate COMAND passenger's headphones.
  • Page 130 At a glance Swiveling switch SPLITVIEW on and off page 129). The SPLITVIEW screen remains on for approximately 30 minutes after the SmartKey has been turned to position 0 in the ignition lock. After this time or after the SmartKey has been removed, the settings on the front- passenger side are saved for approximately 30 minutes longer.

  • Page 131: Remote Control

    At a glance Cleaning instructions To select the screen for remote control operation (COMAND, SPLITVIEW, L ! Do not touch the COMAND display. The REAR and REAR R can be selected) display has a very sensitive high-gloss To select a menu or menu item surface;...
  • Page 132 At a glance Point the remote control at the rear- compartment screen which has been selected for remote operation. Press button : on the remote control. The respective rear screen switches on or off. You can only switch the screens on using the remote control if the ignition is switched on.
  • Page 133 At a glance Functions with the E and F button You can use the remote control to execute the same functions as the COMAND control panel. Mode Function Audio mode Selects a station using the station search function ( page 216) Selects a track by skipping to a track ( page 229) Fast forward/rewind (...

  • Page 134: Example Of Operation

    At a glance Calling up the menu of a main function Selecting a menu item The following example describes how to select a station from the station presets in radio mode. Press the R function button. Select Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.

  • Page 135: Character Bar

    At a glance Current audio operating mode Calling up the audio function Main function bar Select Audio in the main function bar by Audio menu sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Press W the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. confirm Radio.
  • Page 136 At a glance You can enter the characters using either the Currently selected character character bar or the number keypad. In the Character bar selection list, you select an entry to copy it to To cancel an entry the address entry menu. List Option 1: city list with character bar The list G shows all available town names...
  • Page 137 At a glance You see which characters you can enter with It is also possible to switch the city list to the that key. Each time the key is pressed, the selection list at any time during character next character is selected. input.

  • Page 138: Entering Characters

    At a glance Entering characters You will find further information in the "Destination entry" section ( page 157). The example describes how to enter the surname Schulz. Entering characters in the address and Select by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the phone book the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.

  • Page 139: Basic Functions

    At a glance Option 1 To change the language of the character bar: select B and press W Select 4 or 5 in the character bar and to confirm. press W to confirm. Select the language by turning cVd the The input menu shows the data field COMAND controller and press W to selected.

  • Page 140: Multifunction Steering Wheel Adjusting The Volume

    At a glance Switching the sound on or off Adjusting the volume Switching audio and video sources on/off Adjusting the volume for the audio or video source Press the 8 button on the multifunction steering wheel. The sound from the respective audio or video source is switched on or off.

  • Page 141: Sound Settings

    At a glance Adjusting the sound settings Calling up the sound menu You can make various sound settings for the different audio and video sources. This means that it is possible to set more bass for radio mode than for audio CD mode, for example. You can call up the respective sound menu from the menu of the desired mode.

  • Page 142: Surround Sound

    At a glance Surround sound General information If your vehicle is equipped with the harman/ ® ® kardon Logic 7 surround sound system, you can provide the optimum sound experience for every passenger. Dolby ® Digital ® ® The harman/kardon Logic7 surround sound system is available for the following...
  • Page 143 At a glance Bang & Olufsen sound system Current setting ® ® Select the Logic7 Logic7 Vehicles with a Bang & Olufsen sound system: setting by turning cVd the COMAND There are two settings available with True controller and press W to confirm. Image™...
  • Page 144 At a glance Focusing the sound setting Dolby ® Digital Current position of the sound setting Select Sound Mode in the menu. Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ and highlight dts™ front, or rear. Press W. To exit the menu: press the % back button beside the COMAND controller.

  • Page 145: Components/Overview

    At a glance Rear Seat Entertainment System Components Overview The Rear Seat Entertainment System comprises: two screens for the rear behind the front- seat head restraints two remote controls a CD/DVD drive AUX jacks on both screens (display AUX) and on the CD/DVD drive (drive AUX) two sets of cordless headphones...

  • Page 146: Remote Control

    At a glance Rear-compartment screens Socket for corded headphones V jack for video signal L jack for audio signal, left R jack for audio signal, right Rear compartment screen You can connect an additional set of corded headphones to each rear-compartment screen. The connection socket is for headphones with 3.5 mm stereo jack plugs and an impedance of 32 ohms.
  • Page 147 At a glance Switching the screen on/off If the SmartKey in the ignition lock is in position 0 or 1 or if the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock, the rear screens will switch off after 30 minutes. Before the screens switch off, they show a message to this effect.

  • Page 148: Selecting A Screen

    At a glance Cordless headphones Overview The cordless headphones for the rear compartment can be recognized by the "DIGITAL AUDIO" inscription on the battery compartment cover and by the fact that there is no SPLITVIEW symbol ( page 126)( page 126). Volume control To select a screen for the headphones Battery compartment cover...

  • Page 149: System Settings

    System settings Indicator lamp displays To switch on the display: press W or cVd turn the COMAND controller. The indicator lamp displays the following possible stati for the batteries and headphones: Display design Display Status Your COMAND display features optimized designs for operation during daytime and Green The batteries are fine.

  • Page 150: Date

    System settings Set the time by turning cVd the COMAND Time settings controller and press W to confirm. General information If COMAND is equipped with a navigation Setting the time/date format system and has GPS reception, COMAND Select Vehicle in the main function bar by automatically sets the time and date.

  • Page 151: Setting The Text Reader Speed

    System settings Select Time Zone and press W to confirm. Select Vehicle in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and You will see a list of time zones. The # dot press W to confirm. indicates the current setting. Select the time zone and press W to Select System...
  • Page 152 System settings guides you through the training with spoken Select and press W to confirm. instructions. If you select No, individualization will be canceled. The data from the first part is Select Vehicle in the main function bar by stored automatically. turning cVd the COMAND controller and If you select Yes, the second part will begin.

  • Page 153: General Information

    ® specific Bluetooth name. www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the ® Bluetooth must be activated in COMAND Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center ® and on the respective Bluetooth device; on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) see the separate operating instructions. (for the USA) or Customer Relations on ®...
  • Page 154 System settings ® ® Searching for Bluetooth devices Authorizing a Bluetooth device (registering) ® Activate Bluetooth page 151). ® In the Bluetooth device list, select not yet Select Vehicle in the main function bar by authorized device = by turning cVd the turning cVd the COMAND controller and COMAND controller.

  • Page 155: Language

    The device is authorized. De-authorizing (de-registering) a External authorization ® Bluetooth device If COMAND does not detect your Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- Bluetooth ® device, this may be due to authorization in both COMAND and the particular security settings on your ®...

  • Page 156: Safety Notes

    Navigation change accordingly. If the selected language If you select No, the process will be aborted. is not supported by the Voice Control System, "English" will be selected. Navigation Select Vehicle by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Introduction confirm.

  • Page 157: Gps Reception

    Navigation entering points of interest in the vicinity of WARNING a city or via a name search Navigation announcements are intended to editing entries direct you while driving without diverting your attention from the road and driving. using the number keypad for direct entry Please always use this feature instead of Switching to navigation mode consulting the map display for directions.

  • Page 158: Basic Settings

    Navigation the route, changes of direction and lane Route: the ECO route is an economical recommendations. Navigation route that takes traffic announcements announcements guide you to your into account (see dynamic route). destination. Short Route: COMAND calculates the "Route guidance inactive" means that no route with the shortest possible destination has been entered and that no (minimized) route distance.

  • Page 159: Entering A Destination By Address

    Navigation Select the route option(s) and press W to entering an intermediate stop confirm. entering a point of interest The route options are switched on O or off ª, depending on the previous status. Entering a destination by address If you change the route type and/or the Introduction route options while route guidance is active When entering an address as the destination,...
  • Page 160 Navigation Select Destination by turning cVd the Last States/Provinces COMAND controller and pressing W to States (U.S.) confirm. Provinces (Canada) To select a list: turn cVd the COMAND Select Address Entry and press W to controller and press W to confirm. confirm.
  • Page 161 Navigation City list Street list Select an entry by turning cVd the Select a street by turning cVd the COMAND controller. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Irrespective of the option, press W to confirm your selection. Irrespective of the option, press W to The address entry menu appears again.

  • Page 162: Starting Route Calculation

    Navigation In the address entry menu, confirm Start by pressing W. If no other route has been calculated, route calculation starts immediately (Option 1). If another route has already been calculated (route guidance is active), a prompt appears (option 2). Option 1 –...
  • Page 163 Navigation Option 1: enter the address, e.g. a city, street and house number ( page 157). Once you have entered the address, select Save in the address entry menu by turning cVd and sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Save as "My Address"...
  • Page 164 Navigation Entering an intersection name COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Entering an intersection will delete a You will see the center list either with the previously entered house number. character bar (option 1) or as a selection Select Intersection (intersection) in the list (option 2).

  • Page 165: Selecting A Destination From The Destination Memory

    Navigation Select an intersection by turning cVd the To show the menu: press W the COMAND COMAND controller. controller. Irrespective of the option, press W to Select Destination in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the confirm your selection. The address entry menu appears again.

  • Page 166: Entering A Destination Using The Map

    Navigation on the same street: call up an address switched on and the GPS signal is strong destination from the last destinations. enough. Select Change by turning cVd and sliding Moving the map and selecting the ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press destination W to confirm.

  • Page 167: Entering An Intermediate Stop

    If there are no destinations available there, categories that COMAND offers for selection: COMAND searches for destinations within a radius of up to 100 km of the vehicle Mercedes-Benz Service Center position. Hospital If COMAND finds destinations, a list Gas Station...

  • Page 168: Entering A Point Of Interest

    Navigation Select Address Entry, From Memory, Select Delete Stopover and press W to From Last Destinations From POIs. confirm. COMAND deletes the intermediate stop Selection Step and recalculates the route to the main destination. Enter a Address Entry destination by address Entering a point of interest page 157).
  • Page 169 Navigation Entering a point of interest in the Enter the phone number using the vicinity of a specific city character bar. Option 1 Assigning a point of interest category Select Other City in the menu and press W to confirm. Introduction The categories and points of interest If desired, select the state/province...

  • Page 170: List

    Navigation Confirm the entry with W. If the selected main category does not contain any sub-categories, the point of interest list appears. If the selected main category contains subcategories, a list of the subcategories appears with the input speller. Select a category by turning cVd the COMAND controller.
  • Page 171 Navigation Point of interest with address Select the entry with the Z icon by turning To start route calculation cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To store an address in the destination The ZAGAT evaluations appear. memory To display details Phone call To display a point of interest's position on...

  • Page 172: Route Guidance

    Navigation Selecting a point of interest using the Route guidance General notes You can select points of interest that are available in the selected (visible) section of WARNING the map. COMAND calculates the route to the destination without taking into account the To activate navigation mode: press the following, for example: S function button once or twice.

  • Page 173: Change Of Direction Phase

    Navigation e.g. roads closed to through traffic and non- before the change of direction with the residents. request Please turn right in 900 roads that have time restrictions (e.g. The announced distance to the next change closed on Sundays and public holidays) are of direction depends on the type of road and avoided for route guidance.

  • Page 174: Lane Recommendation

    Navigation Example display: change-of-direction phase Example display Current vehicle position: the tip of the Point of the next change in direction (light triangle indicates the vehicle’s direction blue circle) of travel Point of the change of direction after next Graphic representation of the distance to Next change of direction (in this case, turn the next change of direction off to the right)

  • Page 175: Car Pool Lanes

    Navigation Display and description of lane recommendations The colors used in the lane recommendation display vary depending on whether day or night design is switched on. Lane Day design Night design Recommended lane C Dark blue Light blue In this lane, you will be able to complete the next two changes of direction without changing lanes.

  • Page 176: Destination Reached

    Navigation Select Cancel Route Guidance and press To show the menu: press W the COMAND W to confirm. controller. In the navigation menu bar, confirm Continuing route guidance with W. To activate navigation mode: press the S function button once or twice. Switching navigation announcements on/off To show the menu: press W the COMAND...

  • Page 177: Alternative Route

    Navigation Avoiding a section of the route blocked Select Alternative Route and press W by a traffic jam to confirm. You see the selected route. The display now This function blocks a section of the route shows a split-screen view. On the left-hand ahead of you.

  • Page 178: Route Overview

    Navigation Displaying destination information To close the destination information: slide XVY the COMAND controller or press Prerequisite: you have entered a destination the % back button. page 157) and possibly an intermediate stop ( page 165). Route overview To activate navigation mode: press the S function button once or twice.

  • Page 179: Off-Road

    Navigation If the first or last route section is not be capable of traversing through without highlighted, you cannot select Previous damaging your tires, wheels or vehicle. It is Next. the driver's sole responsibility to determine the suitability of the route. Off-road routes To zoom in or out of the map: select N may be of varying conditions and their or M and press W to confirm.

  • Page 180: Traffic Report

    Navigation destination :. You will hear the digitalized, then no active route guidance is performed. Instead, the map shows a dashed announcement: "Please follow the arrow on route along the roads and the target direction the display". is shown with an arrow. You hear the Route guidance from an off-road location announcement: "You will enter an area, to a destination...
  • Page 181 Navigation Real-time traffic reports on the map COMAND can show certain traffic incidents on the map. The incidents are shown on the map at a scale from 1/16 mi to 20 mi. Set the map scale ( page 186). Icon display for the section of route affected Icon for incident on the route Current position and direction of travel...
  • Page 182 Navigation Icon for real-time traffic reports Icon Description Traffic reports in the map display Warning (red) A warning appears, for example, relating to lost cargo. Caution (yellow) A warning appears, for example, relating to roadwork that does not affect the flow of traffic. Slow-moving traffic This appears at the beginning of a traffic jam (average speed 25 - 45 mph) if route guidance is...
  • Page 183 Navigation Displaying real-time traffic reports If necessary, switch to navigation mode and show the menu ( page 156). Select Traffic in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. If you see the No traffic messages.

  • Page 184: Entry As A Home Address

    Navigation without starting route guidance Report text page 160). First exit/intersection after the affected route section ends Adopting an address book entry as a To scroll within a report or to access home address the next report: turn cVd the COMAND To activate navigation mode: press the controller.
  • Page 185 Navigation Selecting the home address for route save the home address without starting route guidance. guidance Proceed as described in the "Selecting a To enter the home address for the first destination from the destination memory" time: select Assign Address Book section ( page 163).

  • Page 186: Saving

    Navigation Select a destination by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The destination address is shown. Select Save and press W to confirm. You can now select storage options. Selecting storing options To save the destination without a name: select Save without Name press W to confirm.

  • Page 187: Previous Destinations

    Navigation will appear asking whether you wish to corresponding address book entry does overwrite the existing data. not contain any further data, such as telephone numbers, COMAND deletes the Select and press W to confirm. entire address book entry. If you select Yes, COMAND stores the data. Deleting a destination or the home Previous destinations address from the destination memory...
  • Page 188 Navigation Storing the crosshair position in the list Select Delete and press W to confirm. of previous destinations A prompt appears asking whether the entry should be deleted. Route guidance not active Select and press W to confirm. A crosshair appears on the map if you have If you select Yes, the entry is deleted.

  • Page 189: Moving

    Navigation Moving the map Setting the map to the vehicle position, intermediate stop or destination Showing the crosshair position To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND Centering the map on the vehicle position controller and, when the Full screen To show the menu: press W the COMAND menu item is shown, press W.

  • Page 190: Display

    Navigation Map display Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Setting the map orientation controller and press W to confirm. Select Map Orientation and press W to confirm. A # dot indicates the current setting. Map orientation Current map orientation The following display modes are possible:...

  • Page 191: Arrival Time/Distance To The Destination

    Navigation Select Navi in the main function bar by Select Text Information on Map sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. A # dot indicates the current setting. Select POI Symbols on Map and press Select Arrival...

  • Page 192: City Model

    Navigation Geo-coordinate display Switching the topographical map on/ The topographical map uses different colors to depict elevation. The color key generally reflects the topography's dominant vegetation or the ground's perceived color when seen from the air, for example: green for lowland Geo-coordinate display active yellow or brown for hills Current height above average sea level,...

  • Page 193: Freeway Information

    Information about new versions of the – 20 mph digital map can be obtained from an Free Flow authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Road sections are illustrated with a green line and arrows. Traffic information on the map If you subscribe to the SIRIUS XM Satellite...

  • Page 194: Compass Function

    Navigation Compass function Select Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND You can display the current compass controller and press W to confirm. direction heading in which the front of the vehicle is facing. Select Highway information and press...

  • Page 195: Handling

    Mercedes-Benz Center. If you The update process can take a long time (over have lost the activation code, contact an an hour), depending on the size of the digital authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 196 To confirm the message: press W. COMAND ejects the DVD. Take the DVD out of the slot. Have the system software updated at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The map software cannot be installed until the system software has been updated. Map software compatible with the...
  • Page 197 Navigation prompting you to insert the second DVD. Follow the instructions on the display. To allow the installation to run to the end without canceling: take no further action. When the installation process is successfully completed, you will see a message to this effect.
  • Page 198 To hide the message: switch COMAND off and then on again. The navigation system will be operational again until it has to access the faulty area of the hard drive once more. The message will then reappear. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 199: Introduction

    There is overheating due to excessive temperatures in the vehicle interior. Wait until the vehicle interior has cooled down. Restart installation. COMAND's integral hard drive is faulty. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Safety notes Telephone WARNING General notes A driver's attention to the road must always Introduction be his/her primary focus when driving.

  • Page 200: Function Restrictions

    Telephone Call disconnection while the vehicle is Function restrictions in motion You will not be able to use the telephone, will A call may be disconnected if: no longer be able to use the telephone, or you may have to wait before using it, in the there is insufficient network coverage in following situations: certain areas.

  • Page 201: Telephony

    Internet at Activate the Bluetooth ® function in http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call COMAND ( page 151). the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center on Connecting a mobile phone 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Customer Relations on General information 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). Before using your mobile phone with...

  • Page 202: Mobile Phone

    Telephone When you authorize a new mobile phone, it is ® The Bluetooth telephones list shows all connected automatically. mobile phones within range and all previously authorized mobile phones, whether or not Connecting comprises: they are in range. ® searching for a Bluetooth -capable mobile ®...

  • Page 203: Connecting Another Mobile Phone

    Telephone If you want to reauthorize a mobile phone Observe the following: some mobile phones following de-authorization, you can select a require that you reconnect to COMAND after different passcode. you have entered the passcode (see the mobile phone operating instructions). The To enter a passcode in COMAND: press mobile phone cannot otherwise be the number keys in sequence.

  • Page 204: Telephone Basic Menu

    To close the detailed view: turn cVd or slide XVY the COMAND controller. De-registering (de-authorizing) a mobile phone Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- authorizating in both COMAND and the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may otherwise fail.

  • Page 205: Reception And Transmission Volume

    Rejecting or accepting a call on the Internet at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call When there is an incoming call, you see a the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance corresponding window in the display. Center on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for...
  • Page 206 Telephone Making a call Entering a telephone number using the telephone keypad Call up the telephone basic menu page 202). Enter all the digits of the phone number using the telephone keypad. To make a call: press the 6 button on the telephone keypad or on the To reject: select Reject...

  • Page 207: Calling Voicemail

    Telephone The redialing function is also available To send DTMF tones (not possible with all using the on-board computer mobile phones) page 385). To end a call Calling voicemail Switching the hands-free microphone on/ This function is only available if it is supported by the mobile phone network provider.
  • Page 208 Telephone You can be called by more than one person Select from the telephone basic menu (call waiting) while you are making a and press W to confirm. telephone call. In the same way, you can call another party while already on the phone with Select SEND on the telephone keypad.

  • Page 209: Sending Dtmf Tones

    Telephone Active party To transmit individual characters using the character bar Party on hold To transmit a phone book entry as a To interconnect parties by creating a character string conference connection To interconnect parties by creating a To transmit individual characters: once a connection has been established to the conference connection: select answer phone, select the desired...

  • Page 210: Importing Contacts

    Telephone The address book organizes and stores selling or transferring ownership of your entries that are entered from different vehicle. sources (mobile phone, SD memory card, Existing contact data can be imported from ® Bluetooth import, COMAND phone book, the memory card manually. navigation).
  • Page 211 Telephone ® To cancel reception: press W. Bluetooth must be activated in COMAND ® and on the Bluetooth device (N operating instructions of the device). Press the % back button on the center ® the Bluetooth device must be able to send console.
  • Page 212 Telephone cVd the COMAND controller and press You can also use the telephone number W to confirm. keypad to enter characters. Address book: select Data/Connections Creating new contacts/changing in the telephone basic menu by sliding contacts VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 213 Telephone To cancel data entry: select the % symbol in character bar = and press W to confirm. If one of the data fields contains data, a prompt will appear asking whether you wish to store the entry. To save data entry: select the ¬ symbol in character bar = and press W to confirm.

  • Page 214: Starting Route Guidance

    Telephone Using the address book To delete an individual contact: select the entry ( page 209). Select Data/Connections in the Select Options by sliding VY the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and COMAND controller and press W to turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.

  • Page 215: Introduction

    Telephone Select Navigate and press W to confirm. Select Voice Name and press W to confirm. Select Start and press W to confirm. Select Listen and press W to confirm. You will hear the voice tag. Voice tags Voice tags are entered via the Voice Control System;...

  • Page 216: Book

    Telephone Select a category for the number, e.g. Home, and press W to confirm. Select a category for the phone, e.g. Cellular Phone Number, and press W to confirm. Number category Display (phone book and address book) Unclassified No symbol Example display: list of calls made Home To close the list...

  • Page 217: Audio Radio Mode

    Audio Select a category for the phone, e.g. Cellular Phone Number, and press W to confirm. Select Next (save) and press W to confirm. COMAND stores the data if there are fewer than five numbers assigned to the entry you are searching for.

  • Page 218: Switching Wavebands

    Audio If another audio mode is switched on, you Preset functions can now switch to radio mode in the audio Radio functions menu. Select Audio by sliding ZV the COMAND Switching wavebands controller and pressing W to confirm. Select FM, in the radio display by The audio menu appears.

  • Page 219: Entering The Frequency

    Audio Directly in the station presets: select If you enter a frequency in the FM or AM Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd wavebands which is outside the frequency range, COMAND tunes in to the next lower the COMAND controller and press W to frequency.

  • Page 220: Switching On

    Audio beginning with preset 1. The storing process ends once the highest frequency has been reached or once ten stations have been found. Any stations stored manually under the presets will be lost. COMAND may not occupy all memory slots when storing. Option 1: press W the COMAND controller when the display/selection window is active.

  • Page 221: Notes

    Audio Select a channel by turning cVd the purpose of the information depend on the HD Radio station. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. HD Radio Press a number key on the telephone keypad, e.g. 4, at any time. Important notes The "HD Radio"...
  • Page 222 Audio Switching on HD Radio HD Radio display As HD Radio stations are broadcast in the AM/FM wavebands, operating HD Radio is very similar to operating analog AM/FM radio. This section describes only those functions that differ from standard FM radio functions.

  • Page 223: Registering

    Audio Displaying program information of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Operation may also be impaired in certain locations Select Audio in the main function bar by (e.g. tunnels, multi-storey car parks or sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND within as well as close to buildings).

  • Page 224: Category Satellite Radio

    Audio http://www.siriuscanada.com Once COMAND receives the signal, the (Canada). satellite radio display appears. The station last selected is played. Once the connection has been established: Follow the instructions of the service staff. The activation process may take up to ten minutes.

  • Page 225: Selecting A Category

    Audio Selecting a category Option 2 To call up the category list: select Select Sat. Radio in the submenu bar by Category by turning cVd the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm. press W to confirm. The category list appears.

  • Page 226: Displaying Information

    Audio Using the multifunction steering wheel Select a preset by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press and hold Press = or ; to select the Audio W until you hear a tone. menu. Press 9 or : briefly. Press and hold a number button, e.g. 4, until you hear a tone.

  • Page 227: Safety Notes

    Audio To load a single magazine tray: press Audio CD/DVD and MP3 mode respective button =. Important safety notes Remove any CD/DVD which may be in slot :. WARNING Wait until the indicator lamp for button = COMAND is classified as a Class 1 laser which has been pressed flashes quickly.
  • Page 228 Due to the wide range of SD cards available If another audio source is switched on, you on the market, Mercedes-Benz cannot can now switch to disc mode in the audio guarantee playback for all brands of SD menu.

  • Page 229: Pause Function

    Audio Example display: MP3 mode Graphic time and track display Sound settings Current playback option Media selection Music search Recording (saving) music CD functions Example display: audio DVD mode Disc type Disc number File or track name (ID3 tags) Disc or directory name Current playback option Track time Graphic time and track display...

  • Page 230: Stop Function

    Audio Only in audio DVD mode Selecting CD/audio DVD/MP3 discs To pause playback: switch on audio DVD Selecting via the media list mode ( page 226). In CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode: select Select Ë by sliding VÆ and turning Media by sliding VÆ...

  • Page 231: Selecting A Track

    Audio Selecting by track list MUSIC REGISTER, position 3 In audio mode, select Search by sliding Media Interface, position 4 VÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. USB, position 5 Select Current Track List. Select the data medium by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Press W the COMAND controller in audio mode when the display/selection window...

  • Page 232: Music Search

    Audio Fast forward/rewind While the display/selection window is active, slide XVY and hold the COMAND controller until the desired position has been reached. Music search You can use the following characteristics to search music: Keyword search Select a track by turning cVd and press Playlist W to confirm.

  • Page 233: Gracenote Media Database

    Audio Title selection To start the copying process Name of the copied data Cancel procedure without copying files Media position in the media list Select START by sliding VÆ and turning Many audio CDs contain CD text. COMAND cVd and confirm with W. uses the information contained therein to All music tracks from the audio CD are display the artist, album and track name.

  • Page 234: Playback Options

    MP3 data carrier when it is created. Information about new versions can be Alphabetical order is the most common. obtained from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Once all the tracks in a folder have been Center. played, the tracks in the next folder are You can have your music recognition played.

  • Page 235: Multisession

    Audio or when you select a different medium. If than MP3 or WMA tracks are not displayed by an option is selected, it remains selected COMAND. after COMAND is switched on or off. If MP3 or WMA files are stored in the root directory itself, the root directory will also be Notes on MP3 mode treated as a folder.

  • Page 236: Music Register

    COMAND. in the loss of the music files stored in the There may be playback problems when MUSIC REGISTER. Mercedes-Benz is not playing copied discs. There is a wide range of liable for any loss of data. data carriers, disc-writing software and writers available.

  • Page 237: Data Medium

    Audio Select Music Register and press W to confirm. Select Copy Music Files and press W to confirm. Example display: MUSIC REGISTER Type of data carrier: MUSIC REGISTER Track number Track name Track time Data medium selected Graphic time and track display To select a disc: slide ZVÆ...

  • Page 238: Deleting

    Audio 3. Starting the copying process amount of data. The time required may vary depending on the data source. If there is not enough memory space, you will see a message to this effect. To cancel copying: select Cancel. Music files are stored in the MUSIC REGISTER up until the point of cancellation.

  • Page 239: Folder Functions

    Audio Folder functions Enter a name for the folder/track. To save the changes: select ¬ and Introduction press W to confirm. You can view the content of the MUSIC REGISTER, change folder or track names and Deleting folders/tracks delete individual folders or tracks. Select Rename/Delete Files by sliding...

  • Page 240: Connection Options

    Subclass 6 is available from the equipment manufacturer. Media Interface mode For details and a list of supported devices, Connection options visit http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Overview Center at You will find the connection sockets in the 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for glove box.
  • Page 241 The audio menu appears. the Media Interface connection is faulty. Select Media Interface and press W to confirm. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if required. Option 3 In the media list, ( page 228) turn cVd the COMAND controller to select the entry...

  • Page 242: Selecting Music Files

    Audio Selecting music files under the corresponding position and press W to confirm. Note COMAND activates the connected device. COMAND displays the data stored on the You will see a message to this effect. The ® iPod , MP3 player or USB mass storage basic display then appears.

  • Page 243: Selecting A Category/Playlist

    Audio Fast forward/rewind For USB mass storage devices, you can choose to display the metadata contained in While the display/selection window is the tags of the encoded music data, or to active, slide XVY and hold the COMAND display the file and directory names during controller until the desired position has playback.

  • Page 244: Alphabetical Track Selection

    Audio Playing back the contents of a category In a directory, press the corresponding or folder number key once or several times to select the first letter of the artist's name (e.g. for Select the category or folder by turning an artist beginning with the letter "C", press cVd the COMAND controller.

  • Page 245: Notes On Usb Devices

    Audio Notes on USB devices The tracks in the currently active category or folder, including any subfolders, are Data formats played in random order. The following data formats are supported: For USB devices, the random playlists MP3: CBR, VBR (up to 320 kbit/s) offer a maximum of 300 tracks chosen at random.

  • Page 246: General Information

    Video Activating audio AUX mode start at a medium volume and increase it gradually. This enables you to determine When you connect an external audio source, whether the system is able to play tones at audio AUX is not selected automatically. high volume without distorting them.

  • Page 247: Video Dvd Mode

    Video Changing the picture format Notes about discs Press W the COMAND controller to show There may be playback problems when the menu. playing copied discs. There are a large variety Select Video by sliding VÆ and turning of discs, DVD authoring software, writing cVd the COMAND controller and press software and writers available.

  • Page 248: Function Restrictions

    Video authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to play video DVDs with a different region code, provided that they are produced in accordance with the PAL or NTSC standard. The region code can be changed up to five times.

  • Page 249: Video Dvd

    Video Stop function Media selection Sound settings Press W the COMAND controller to show the menu. Fast forward/rewind To interrupt playback: select É by turning cVd the COMAND controller and Slide XVY and hold the COMAND press W to confirm. controller until the desired position has The Ë...

  • Page 250: Dvd Menu

    Video It may also be possible to select the scene/ Select Title Selection by turning cVd chapter from within the menu stored on the the COMAND controller and press W to DVD. confirm. To skip forwards or back: turn cVd or Select a film/title and press W to confirm.

  • Page 251: Setting The Language

    Video Setting the language and audio format COMAND executes the action. Make a selection from the further options, This function is not available on all DVDs. If it if necessary. is available, you can set the DVD menu COMAND then switches back to the DVD language, the audio language or the audio menu.

  • Page 252: Showing/Hiding The Menu

    Video Switching to video AUX mode Select DVD Functions and press W to confirm. Select Video in the main function bar by Select Subtitles Camera angle sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND press W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. In both cases, a menu appears.
  • Page 253 Rear Seat Entertainment System Changing batteries gradually. This enables you to determine whether the system is able to play the Batteries are required for the remote control music at high volume without distorting it. and for the two sets of cordless headphones. WARNING Rear Seat Entertainment System Keep the batteries out of the reach of...

  • Page 254: Using Headphones

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Remove discharged batteries A from the Right-hand battery The positive pole (+) must face downwards. tray. To close the battery compartment: Insert the new batteries. Observe the press battery compartment cover polarity markings on the batteries and downwards until it engages into place.

  • Page 255: Multiple Users

    Rear Seat Entertainment System To set operation via the main setting the language, subtitles and camera loudspeakers: press the R function angle button on the center console once or twice. calling up interactive DVD content Select Audio by sliding ZV the COMAND The following functions affect only one controller and press W to confirm.

  • Page 256: Changing The Picture Format

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Select Brightness, Contrast, Color Auto using the 9: buttons and press 9 to confirm. An adjustment scale appears. Select a setting using the 9: buttons and press the 9 button to confirm. Changing the picture format To show the menu: press the 9 button on the remote control.
  • Page 257 Rear Seat Entertainment System Setting the brightness Inserting a CD/DVD Select Settings using the : button The CD/DVD drive is located in the center behind the front seats. and confirm with the 9 button. Select Brightness using the 9: buttons and press the 9 button to confirm. A scale appears.

  • Page 258: Setting The Audio Format

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Removing a CD/DVD Selecting by track list In audio CD mode, the track list contains all Press the þ eject button. tracks on the disc currently playing. The drive ejects the disc. In audio DVD mode, the track list contains all Take the disc out of the slot.
  • Page 259 Rear Seat Entertainment System Fast forward/rewind With the display/selection window active, press the = or ; button on the remote control repeatedly until you reach the desired position. Press and hold the E or F button until the desired position is reached. Selecting a folder Folder selection symbol This function is only available in MP3 mode.

  • Page 260: Video Dvd Mode

    Rear Seat Entertainment System To interrupt playback: select É using Select CD, DVD-A using the :=; buttons on the remote the :=; buttons on the remote control and press the 9 button to confirm. control and press the 9 button to confirm. The options list appears.
  • Page 261 Rear Seat Entertainment System DVD playback conditions Hiding/showing the navigation menu Playback problems may occur when playing To show: press the 9 or : button copied discs. There is a large variety of discs, on the remote control. DVD authoring software, writing software and To hide: press the 9 or : button.

  • Page 262: Rear Seat Entertainment System

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Stop function To show the menu: press the 9 button on the remote control. Select Menu while the navigation menu is shown and press the 9 button to confirm. To interrupt playback: select É and press the 9 button to confirm. The Ë...
  • Page 263 Rear Seat Entertainment System Option 1: while the film is playing, press Select DVD Functions and press the 9 the h button on the remote control. button to confirm. Press a corresponding number key, e.g. Select Title Selection and press 9 to ¿.

  • Page 264: Rear Seat Entertainment System

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Option 2: select any menu item in the DVD menu. Select the Go up menu item in the menu and press the 9 button to confirm. Back to the film Option 1: press the % back button on the remote control repeatedly until you see the film or select the corresponding menu item in the DVD menu.

  • Page 265: Aux Mode

    For further details about external video and show the menu. sources, please consult an authorized Select Video DVD and press the 9 button Mercedes-Benz Center. on the remote control to confirm. Select DVD Functions and press the 9 Connecting AUX equipment button to confirm.
  • Page 266 Rear Seat Entertainment System Displaying AUX and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select the screen to which the external video source is connected using the remote Select Active Source for Rear control ( page 129). press W to confirm.

  • Page 267: Eco Function

    Vehicle Opening from the "Vehicle" menu Vehicle Vehicle functions General information In this menu, you can set the following vehicle functions: multicontour seat settings rear window blind EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature exterior lighting delayed switch-off Select Vehicle in the main function bar by interior lighting delayed switch-off sliding XVY and turning cVd the ambient lighting...
  • Page 268 Vehicle COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The main area is active. Select the Rear Window Sunshade function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Activating/deactivating the automatic folding mirror function To switch the ECO start/stop function In the Automatic Mirror Folding menu,...
  • Page 269 Vehicle COMAND controller and press W to lever or press the position button of the confirm. memory function. The main area is active. If there is a risk of entrapment by the seat, you Select the Easy Entry/Exit Feature can also cancel the adjustment procedure by menu by sliding XVY or turning cVd the moving the switch for seat adjustment.
  • Page 270 Vehicle To set the interior/exterior lighting To set the ambient lighting: select delayed switch-off time: select Vehicle Vehicle in the main function bar by sliding in the main function bar by sliding XVY and XVY and turning cVd the COMAND turning cVd the COMAND controller and controller and press W to confirm.

  • Page 271: Comand

    Vehicle turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The main area is active. Select the Automatic Locking function by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Activating/deactivating the trunk lid opening height restriction To switch the locator lighting on/off: select Vehicle...
  • Page 272 Vehicle To do so, make certain that the SmartKey is To adjust the temperature: slide ZVÆ or in position 2 in the ignition lock. turn cVd the COMAND controller. To confirm the selection: press W the COMAND controller. Setting the air distribution You can set the air distribution separately for the driver’s and front-passenger side.

  • Page 273: Main Menu

    Vehicle Setting the airflow You can set the airflow separately for the driver’s and front-passenger side. Select left airflow = or right airflow A by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Climate control main menu You can: switch cooling with dehumidification on or off (Æ) control climate control centrally (Mono)
  • Page 274 Vehicle cVd the COMAND controller and press change settings for automatic climate control on the front-passenger side using W to confirm. COMAND The climate control menu opens. press one of the rocker switches to operate To switch on: select Æ and press W. automatic climate control on the front- To switch off: select Æ...
  • Page 275 Vehicle Setting the blower settings for the air climate control for the driver and front vents passenger. This function allows you to determine the way Switching on operation of the rear- the air is blown through the air vents in compartment air conditioning from the automatic mode.
  • Page 276 Vehicle To switch back to operation of the rear- To move to the lower menu bar: select compartment air-conditioning system from by sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller the front: and press W to confirm. In the climate control main menu, select When you press the T function button, Front Climate Control and press W.
  • Page 277 Vehicle To select a seat: select by sliding XVY or Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turning turning cVd the COMAND controller and cVd the COMAND controller and press press W to confirm. W to confirm. Exiting a menu Adjusting the seat backrest side bolsters There are several ways of exiting the menu for This function allows you to adjust the air the multicontour seat:...
  • Page 278 Vehicle Select the seat ( page 274). Select Lumbar by sliding XVY or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A crosshair appears. You can make two settings: Vertical: to move the point of greatest lumbar support up or down Horizontal: to adjust the amount of support Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ...

  • Page 279: Massage Function (Pulse)

    Vehicle Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ or turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The massage function runs for approximately 6 to 20 minutes, depending on the setting. Uploading/downloading data With this function, you can transfer COMAND data from one system (vehicle) to another Select Setting by sliding ZVÆ...
  • Page 280 Vehicle Select Upload/Download Data and press W to confirm. Select Copy Data to Storage Medium and press W to confirm. Select the storage medium to which the data should be copied. Select Start Copying. COMAND checks whether the storage medium has enough storage capacity. If there is enough storage capacity, the data is copied to the storage medium.
  • Page 281 Useful information ......280 Exterior lighting ........ 280 Interior lighting ......... 285 Replacing bulbs ......... 286 Windshield wipers ......289...

  • Page 282: Useful Information

    ( page 31). Exterior lighting Important safety notes Left-hand standing lamps For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz Right-hand standing lamps recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some Lights off/daytime running lamps...

  • Page 283: Automatic Headlamp Mode

    Exterior lighting Daytime running lamps in the USA Turn the light switch to $ or c. In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory. If the rear fog lamp is switched on: press the light switch in to the stop. To activate the daytime running lamps: activate the daytime running lamps function in the on-board computer...

  • Page 284: Front Fog Lamps

    Exterior lighting Rear fog lamp The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid. The driver is responsible for the vehicle's To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the lighting at all times. SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.

  • Page 285: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting High-beam flasher Combination switch To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the Turn signals ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine. Pull the combination switch in the direction of arrow =. Hazard warning lamps High-beam headlamps Right turn signal High-beam flasher...

  • Page 286: Cornering Light Function

    Exterior lighting The system automatically adapts the low- Cornering light function beam headlamp range depending on the distance to the other vehicle. Once the system no longer detects any other vehicles, it reactivates the high-beam headlamps. The system's optical sensor is located behind the windshield near the overhead control panel.

  • Page 287: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting the high-beam headlamps are switched on This could endanger you and/or others and automatically. The K indicator lamp in cause an accident. Always pay close attention the instrument cluster also lights up. to the traffic situation and switch off the high If you drive at speeds below approximately beam manually if necessary.

  • Page 288: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Manual interior lighting control To switch the front interior lighting on/ off: press the c button. To switch the rear interior lighting on/ off: press the u button. To switch the reading lamps on/off: press the p button. Replacing bulbs Rear-compartment overhead control panel Important safety notes...
  • Page 289 Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types You can change the following bulbs. The bulb type can be found in the legend. Due to their location, have the bulbs in the left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 290 Replacing bulbs High-beam spot lamp (vehicles with Changing the front bulbs LED-daytime running lamps)/infrared High-beam spot lamp (vehicles with light (Night View Assist Plus) halogen daytime running lamps) Due to their location, have the bulbs in the Switch off the lights. left-hand headlamp changed at a qualified Open the hood.

  • Page 291: Replacing The Wiper Blades

    Windshield wipers Windshield wipers ¯ Continuous wipe, fast í Single wipe/ î To wipe the Switching the windshield wipers on/ windshield using washer fluid Switch on the ignition. WARNING Turn the combination switch to the Wiper blades are components that are subject corresponding position.

  • Page 292: Windshield Wipers

    Set the wiper blade at right angles to the windshield may be damaged by the force of wiper arm. the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades replaced by a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 293 Windshield wipers The windshield wipers are inoperative The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning. Select another wiper speed on the combination switch. Have the windshield wipers checked at a qualified specialist workshop. The spray nozzles are misaligned The windshield washer fluid from the spray nozzles no longer hits the center of the windshield.

  • Page 295: Climate Control

    Useful information ......294 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 294 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 296 Setting the air vents ......302...

  • Page 296: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems You can also set some automatic climate Useful information control functions via COMAND ( page 269). This Operator's Manual describes all Ventilate the vehicle for a brief period models and all standard and optional during warm weather, e.g. using the equipment of your vehicle available at the convenience opening feature ( page 96).

  • Page 297: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Automatic climate control panel Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic mode, left ( page 297) Sets the temperature, left ( page 298) Sets the airflow, left ( page 299) Defrosts the windshield ( page 300) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 301)

  • Page 298: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Switching the front climate control on/ Notes on using climate control off using the front control panel Below, you can find a number of notes and Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the recommendations to help you use climate ignition lock.

  • Page 299: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control systems Switching the rear-compartment Problems with the cooling with air climate control on/off using the rear dehumidification function control panel If you can no longer switch on the cooling with Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the air dehumidification function via COMAND, the cooling with air dehumidification function ignition lock.

  • Page 300: Setting The Temperature

    Operating the climate control systems Controlling the rear-compartment To deactivate: press the K rocker climate control automatically using the switch up or down. rear control panel The indicator lamp in the à rocker switch goes out. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 301: Setting

    Operating the climate control systems Setting the temperature in the rear O Directs the airflow through the compartment using the front control footwell air vents panel S Directs air through the center, side and footwell vents Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the a Directs air through the defroster and ignition lock.

  • Page 302: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Setting the rear-compartment airflow To deactivate: press the ¬ rocker using the front control panel switch up or down. The indicator lamp in the ¬ rocker Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the switch goes out. The previously selected ignition lock.
  • Page 303 Operating the climate control systems Windows fogged up on the outside Activating/deactivating air- recirculation mode Switch on the windshield wipers. You can deactivate the flow of fresh air if Activate automatic climate control. unpleasant odors are entering the vehicle You should only select this setting until from outside.

  • Page 304: Important Safety Notes

    Setting the air vents Air-recirculation mode deactivates Setting the air vents automatically: Important safety notes after approximately five minutes at outside temperatures below WARNING approximately 41 ‡ (5 †) When operating the climate control, the air after approximately five minutes if that enters the passenger compartment cooling with air dehumidification is through the air vents can be very hot or very...

  • Page 305: Rear

    Setting the air vents Center vent thumbwheel, left Center air vent, left To open/close: turn thumbwheels = and ? up or down. Setting the side air vents To open: turn thumbwheel : counter- clockwise from position 3 to position 2. To close: turn thumbwheel : clockwise from position 2 to position 3.

  • Page 306: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents compartment air vents when heating mode is activated, as no warm air flows through the rear vents in the basic heating setting. Setting the B-pillar air vents B-pillar air vent Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent To open/close: turn thumbwheel ; to the left or right.
  • Page 307 Useful information ......306 Breaking-in notes ......306 Driving ..........306 Automatic transmission ....314 Refueling ..........321 Parking ..........327 Driving tips ........330 Driving systems ........ 334...

  • Page 308: Useful Information

    Driving Additional breaking-in notes for AMG Useful information vehicles: This Operator's Manual describes all do not drive faster than 85 mph models and all standard and optional (140 km/h) for the first 1,000 miles equipment of your vehicle available at the (1,500 km).

  • Page 309: Start/Stop Button

    Driving SmartKey positions could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear SmartKey when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal. WARNING HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle literature portfolio.
  • Page 310 Driving Position 0: if Start/Stop button : has not You do not have to remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock when you yet been pressed, this corresponds to the leave the vehicle. However, you should SmartKey being removed from the ignition. always take the SmartKey with you when Position 1: press Start/Stop button :.

  • Page 311: Pulling Away

    Driving General notes When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the not leave children unattended in the vehicle, engine runs at a higher engine speed during or with access to an unlocked vehicle. A a cold start so that the catalytic converter child's unsupervised access to a vehicle could can reach operating temperature more...

  • Page 312: Eco Start/Stop Function

    Driving the parking lock released. If you do not Take your foot off the brake pedal. depress the brake pedal, you can move the Once you have taken your foot off the DIRECT SELECT lever but the parking lock brake pedal, the vehicle is held for around remains engaged.
  • Page 313 Driving the system detects that the windshield is WARNING not fogged up when the air-conditioning If the engine is switched off and the ECO system is switched on. symbol is shown in green in the multifunction the hood is closed. display, the engine has been switched off no engine-relevant diagnostics are active.
  • Page 314 Driving Deactivating Deactivate the ECO start/stop function using COMAND ( page 265). The ¤ symbol goes out and the Stop/ Start deactivated message is shown in the multifunction display. If drive program S or M has been selected, the ECO start/stop function is always deactivated.
  • Page 315 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

  • Page 316: Direct Select Lever

    Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of parking position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse.
  • Page 317 Automatic transmission Using the SmartKey: The ECO start/stop function is not available when reverse gear is engaged. make sure that the ignition is switched on. Further information on the ECO start/stop when the vehicle is stationary, depress the function ( page 310).

  • Page 318: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission Engaging drive position D Transmission positions When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Park position brake pedal. Do not shift the transmission into Push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past position P unless the vehicle is the first point of resistance. stationary.

  • Page 319: Changing Gear

    Automatic transmission Changing gear could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury. The automatic transmission shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission position D. This automatic Program selector button gearshifting behavior is determined by: General information a shift range restriction, if selected the selected drive program The program selector button influences:...

  • Page 320: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission the vehicle pulling away more gently in For further information on the automatic forward and reverse gears, unless the drive program, see ( page 318). accelerator pedal is depressed fully AMG vehicles: only change from automatic increased sensitivity. This improves driving drive program C or S to manual drive program stability on slippery road surfaces, for M when the vehicle is stationary.

  • Page 321: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Selecting the ideal shift range 5 To use the braking effect of the engine on downhill gradients and Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle for driving: shifter and hold it in position. The automatic transmission shifts to the on steep mountain roads gear which allows optimum acceleration in mountainous terrain...

  • Page 322: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Before the engine speed reaches the red area, an upshift indicator appears in the multifunction display. Gear indicator Upshift indicator Downshifting Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle shifter ( page 318). The automatic transmission shifts down to the next gear. If you brake the vehicle or stop without shifting down, the automatic transmission will shift down to a gear that will allow the...

  • Page 323: Refueling

    Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 324 Refueling Refueling pump nozzle, which could cause personal injury. Fuel filler flap WARNING Hybrid vehicles: be sure to read the "HYBRID" supplement. Otherwise, you could fail to recognize dangers. WARNING Do not fill diesel tanks with gasoline. Do not mix diesel fuel with gasoline. Otherwise the fuel system and engine could be damaged.
  • Page 325 Refueling Completely insert the filler neck of the fuel pump nozzle into the tank and refuel. Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off. Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak out.
  • Page 326 Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 307).
  • Page 327 Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are Use the special DEF refill bottle when filling particularly irritating to: between maintenance intervals. Contact an skin authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with any questions or, if necessary, contact Roadside mucous membranes Assistance ( page 29).
  • Page 328 Refueling residues crystallize after time and contaminate the affected surfaces. ! DEF is not a fuel additive and must not be added to the fuel tank. If DEF is added to the fuel tank, this can lead to engine damage. ! Only screw on the DEF refill bottle hand- tight.

  • Page 329: Parking

    Parking Turn DEF refill bottle = counter-clockwise cause a vehicle fire. Do not park the vehicle and remove it. on dry grassland or harvested grain fields. Place DEF filler cap ; on the filler neck and Unintended vehicle movement can cause turn it clockwise.

  • Page 330: Parking Brake

    Parking If you cannot turn off the engine as Electric parking brake described here, see "Engine emergency General notes stop" ( page 495). WARNING Vehicles with automatic transmission When leaving the vehicle, always remove the Apply the electric parking brake. SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.
  • Page 331 Parking Engaging the electric parking brake If your seat belt is not fastened, the following automatically conditions must be fulfilled to automatically release the electric parking brake: If the HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS the driver's door is closed. brake the vehicle until it is stationary, the electric parking brake is automatically you have shifted out of P or you have applied.

  • Page 332: Driving Tips

    Driving tips If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than Warm up the engine at low engine speeds. six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as Avoid frequent acceleration or braking. a result of lack of use. Have all maintenance work carried out as Visit a qualified specialist workshop and indicated by the service intervals in the seek advice.
  • Page 333 If you must drive under these drive train. This type of damage is not conditions, drive only with at least one covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. window fully open at all times. Heavy and light loads Certain engine systems are designed to keep...
  • Page 334 Mercedes-Benz Center to obtain further To avoid this danger, you should: information first. Otherwise, you could occasionally brake carefully, without damage the drive train or the brake system.

  • Page 335: High-Performance Brake System

    You can obtain further information about this from your authorized WARNING Mercedes-Benz Center. Make sure that you do not endanger other road users when you apply the brakes. Driving on wet roads...

  • Page 336: Driving System

    Driving systems exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle as WARNING long as the engine is running. Otherwise, Make sure that you do not endanger other poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) may enter road users when you apply the brakes. the vehicle, resulting in loss of consciousness and even death.

  • Page 337: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems evens out. Cruise control maintains the The "Resume" function should only be stored speed on downhill gradients by operated if the driver is fully aware of the automatically applying the brakes. previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed.

  • Page 338: Deactivating

    Driving systems press the cruise control lever up : or DISTRONIC PLUS down ; to the pressure point. Important safety notes The last speed stored is increased or decreased every time the cruise control DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and lever is pushed up : or down ;.
  • Page 339 Driving systems altering of the device will void any Non-compliance could lead you to cause an warranties, and is not permitted by the accident in which you and/or others could be FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in seriously injured.
  • Page 340 Driving systems WARNING WARNING The DISTRONIC PLUS cannot take road and Your undivided attention to street and traffic traffic conditions into account. Only use the conditions is necessary at all times whether DISTRONIC PLUS if the road, weather and DISTRONIC PLUS is active or not. traffic conditions make it advisable to travel The use of DISTRONIC PLUS can be at a constant speed.
  • Page 341 Driving systems Storing the current speed or calling up the with your own braking. This will result in last stored speed potentially dangerous emergency braking which will not always result in an impact being Setting the specified minimum distance avoided. Tailgating increases the risk of an accident.
  • Page 342 Driving systems Pulling away Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards you ?, or press it up : or down ;. If the vehicle in front pulls away: remove DISTRONIC PLUS is selected. your foot from the brake pedal. Press the cruise control lever repeatedly Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards up : or down ;...
  • Page 343 Driving systems If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle If you wish to leave the vehicle or park it, is accelerated. Acceleration will be deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and secure the interrupted if changing lanes takes too long vehicle against rolling away. or if the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front becomes too small.

  • Page 344: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

    Driving systems up : or down ; beyond the pressure conditions, traffic, driver's preferred driving point. style and applicable laws and driving The last speed stored is increased or recommendations for safe following distance. decreased every time the cruise control lever is pushed up : or down ;.

  • Page 345: Displays In The Multifunction Display

    Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is For design reasons, the speed displayed activated in the speedometer may differ slightly from the speed set for DISTRONIC PLUS. Select the Distance display function using the on-board computer If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, page 385).

  • Page 346: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems When you deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS, the brake if necessary. DISTRONIC PLUS is then DISTRONIC PLUS Off message is shown in deactivated. the multifunction display for approximately WARNING five seconds. The DISTRONIC PLUS works to maintain the The last speed stored remains stored until speed selected by the driver unless a moving you switch off the engine.
  • Page 347 Driving systems The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle in front on the edge of the road, vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late. because of its narrow width. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short.

  • Page 348: Hold Function

    Driving systems If depressing the brake pedal the first HOLD function time does not activate the HOLD function, General notes wait briefly and then try again. The HOLD function can assist the driver in the WARNING following situations: The vehicle's brakes are applied when the when pulling away, especially on steep HOLD function is activated.

  • Page 349: Airmatic

    Driving systems The "Lowered” vehicle level is set the electrical system in the engine automatically: compartment, the battery or the fuses are tampered with. in vehicles without 4MATIC at speeds the battery is disconnected. above 60 mph (100 km/h) in vehicles with 4MATIC at speeds above If you leave the vehicle or park it, deactivate 50 mph (80 km/h).

  • Page 350: Adaptive Damping System (Ads)

    Driving systems Setting the normal level Comfort tuning Start the engine. In Comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable. If indicator lamp ; is lit: Therefore, select this mode if you favor a Press button :. more comfortable driving style.

  • Page 351: Setting The Vehicle Level

    Driving systems Setting the vehicle level The ABC suspension system is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on: Select the "Normal" setting for normal road surfaces and "Raised" for driving with snow your driving style, e.g. sporty chains or on particularly poor road surfaces. the road surface condition, e.g.

  • Page 352: Parktronic

    Damage of this sort is not covered by the PARKTRONIC monitors the area around your Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All vehicle using six sensors in the front and four wheels must remain either on the ground sensors in the rear.

  • Page 353: Range Of The Sensors

    Driving systems ! When parking, pay particular attention to Range of the sensors objects above or below the sensors, such General notes as flower pots or trailer drawbars. The sensors must be free of dirt, ice and PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects slush.

  • Page 354: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems hear a continuous warning. This indicates that you have now reached the minimum distance. Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the vehicle Segments on the right-hand side of the vehicle Segments showing operational readiness The warning display for each side of the To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC...

  • Page 355: Parking Guidance

    Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 356 Driving systems when transporting a load which protrudes WARNING from your vehicle, you must not use Parking Objects located above the height range of Guidance. Parking Guidance will not be detected when never use Parking Guidance with snow the parking space is measured. These objects chains or an emergency spare wheel are not taken into account when the parking mounted.
  • Page 357 Driving systems Guidance only shows parking spaces on the Stop the vehicle when the blue parking passenger side in the default setting. Parking space symbol shows the desired parking spaces on the driver's side are displayed as space in the instrument cluster. soon as the turn signal on the driver's side is Engage reverse gear.
  • Page 358 Driving systems Countersteering Steering tips Red lane indicating the route the vehicle Red lane indicating the route the vehicle will take with the steering wheel in its will take with the steering wheel in its current position current position Yellow lane indicating the route the Yellow lane indicating the route the vehicle will take when you have turned the vehicle will take when you have turned the...

  • Page 359: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems The rear view camera is located in the handle strip of the trunk lid. Final position Depending on the size of the parking space, you may now be in an angled position in the Rear view camera parking space. If possible, Parking Guidance will guide you as far back as possible towards View through the camera the rear limit of the parking space.
  • Page 360 In this case, have the position and the setting of the camera checked at a specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you consult a Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. Do not use the rear view camera in these situations.

  • Page 361: Attention Assist

    Driving systems if you are predominantly driving slower ATTENTION ASSIST than 50 mph (80 km/h) or faster than Important safety notes 112 mph (180 km/h) if you are currently using COMAND or ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, making a telephone call with it monotonous journeys such as on freeways and interstate highways.

  • Page 362: Night View Assist Plus

    Driving systems ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you Plus display in the multifunction display. This continue your journey and starts assessing is also the case if you cant switch on the high- your tiredness again if: beam headlamps due to oncoming traffic. you switch off the engine.
  • Page 363 Driving systems Pedestrian recognition You can only activate Night View Assist Plus WARNING the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition Pedestrian recognition may be impaired or lock. inoperative if: it is dark. pedestrians are partially or entirely the light switch is in the c or L obscured by objects, e.g.
  • Page 364 Driving systems Setting the brightness of the multifunction display To make brighter or dimmer: make sure that Night View Assist Plus is activated. Turn control : counterclockwise or clockwise. 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 365: Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield wipers are smearing the windshield. Night View Assist Plus Replace the wiper blades ( page 289). has deteriorated. The windshield is smeared after the vehicle has been cleaned in a car wash.
  • Page 366 Driving systems This device has been approved by the FCC This may be the case if vehicles are driving at as a “Vehicular Radar System”. The radar that edge of their lane which is furthest away sensor is intended for use in an automotive from your vehicle.

  • Page 367: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems When Blind Spot Assist is activated, indicator page 387) are activated in the on-board lamp : in the exterior mirrors lights up computer. yellow at speeds of up to 20 mph(30 km/h). Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the At speeds above 20 mph (30 km/h), the ignition lock.

  • Page 368: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: The system may be impaired or may not function if: you approach the outer lane marking on a bend. there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insufficient illumination of the road, or due the road has very wide lanes, e.g.

  • Page 369: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Active Blind Spot Assist ( page 367) and cause an accident and injure yourself and Active Lane Keeping Assist ( page 369). others. Active Blind Spot Assist USA only: This device has been approved by the FCC Important safety notes as a “Vehicular Radar System”.
  • Page 370 Driving systems Indicator and warning display audible warnings are emitted and the system does not brake the vehicle to correct your course. If the lanes are very wide, it may not be possible to monitor the complete width of the neighboring lane.

  • Page 371: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Visual and audible collision warnings you steer slightly in the opposite direction or If a vehicle is detected in the side monitoring accelerate. range and you switch on the respective turn You are responsible for driving at appropriate signals, you will receive a collision warning.
  • Page 372 Driving systems road and warns you before you leave your the distance to the vehicle in front is too lane unintentionally. If you do not react to the small and the lane markings thus cannot be warning, a lane-correcting application of the detected.
  • Page 373 Driving systems a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. yourself to ensure that it does not leave the ® ABS, BAS or ESP lane. you switch on the turn signals. In this event, Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect the warnings are suppressed for a certain road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 374 Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist does not detect traffic situations or road users. An inappropriate brake application may be interrupted at any time if you: steer slightly in the opposite direction. use a turn signal. clearly brake or accelerate. A lane-correcting brake application is interrupted automatically if: a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.
  • Page 375 Useful information ......374 Important safety notes ....374 Displays and operation ....374 Menus and submenus ...... 377 Display messages ......390 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......426...

  • Page 376: Important Safety Notes

    Bring the vehicle to an authorized driver when traffic and road conditions permit Mercedes-Benz Center to address the it to be done safely. malfunction and warning messages. Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph...

  • Page 377: Operating The On-Board Computer

    Displays and operation You can control the multifunction display and vehicle and do not stand near the vehicle until the settings in the on-board computer using the engine has cooled down. the buttons on the multifunction steering The coolant temperature gauge is in the wheel.

  • Page 378: Trip Menu

    Displays and operation Multifunction display %Press briefly: Back Values and settings as well as display messages are shown in the multifunction Switches off the Voice Control display. System; see the separate operating instructions Hides display messages or calls up the last Trip menu function used %Press and hold:...

  • Page 379: Overview

    Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview The number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle. Function Trip menu ( page 378) Navi menu (navigation instructions) ( page 379) Audio menu ( page 380) menu in AMG vehicles ( page 381) Telephone menu (...

  • Page 380: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus the ignition has been switched off for more Trip menu than four hours. Standard display 999 hours have been exceeded. 9999 miles have been exceeded. When 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles have been exceeded, the trip computer is automatically reset From Reset.

  • Page 381: Navigation Menu

    Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Digital speedometer Direction of travel Resetting values Current street You can reset the values of the following functions: Route guidance active trip odometer No change of direction announced trip computer "From start" trip computer "From reset" Press the = or ;...

  • Page 382: Audio Menu

    Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the display = next to the symbol for the change navigation system of direction ;. This decreases in size as you approach the announced change of direction. O: you have reached the destination or an intermediate destination.
  • Page 383 Menus and submenus To select a stored station: briefly press If track information is stored on the audio the 9 or : button. device or medium, the multifunction display will show the number and name of the track. To select a station from the station The current track does not appear in audio list: press and briefly hold the : or AUX mode (Auxiliary audio mode: external...

  • Page 384: Racetimer

    Menus and submenus Gear indicator Gear indicator Upshift indicator Seconds indicator Engine oil temperature RACETIMER Coolant temperature Upshift indicator ; indicates that the You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in engine has reached the overrevving range position 2 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 385: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Timing starts for a new lap. The new lap is Press the : button to select timed from when the intermediate time is press the a button to confirm. called up. All laps are deleted. Overall statistics This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER.

  • Page 386: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus You will see one of the following display messages in the multifunction display: Telephone ready or the name of the network provider: the mobile phone has found a network and is ready to receive. Service: no network is available, or the mobile phone is searching for a network.

  • Page 387: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus Redialing While the on-board computer reads in the SIM card: The on-board computer saves the last names you can dial a telephone number from the or numbers dialed in the redial memory redial list (Calls Dialed list). (Calls Dialed list).

  • Page 388: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus ® Deactivating/activating ESP To activate: press a again. The å warning lamp in the instrument WARNING cluster goes out. Under no circumstances should you ® ® deactivate ESP when the ÷ ESP ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE warning lamp in the instrument cluster Brake flashes.

  • Page 389: Service Menu

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Blind Spot calling up a service due date Assist page 469) checking the oil level ( page 463) You can use the Blind Spot Assist function to activate or deactivate Blind Spot Assist ( page 363) or Active Blind Spot Settings menu Assist ( page 367).

  • Page 390: Additional Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the The selected unit of measurement for distance applies to: steering wheel to select the Settings menu. analog speedometers Press the 9 or : button to select digital speedometers in the Trip menu daytime running...
  • Page 391 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the Settings menu. Press the 9 or : button to select Acoustic Lock Feedb. Press the a button to confirm. To activate/deactivate: press a again. Activating/deactivating the radar sensor system The following systems are switched off when...

  • Page 392: Display Messages

    WARNING All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and, where a malfunction is indicated, addressed as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Failure to repair the condition noted may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty, or result in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 393 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and currently hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. unavailable See BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE ®...
  • Page 394 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affected. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

  • Page 395: Instrument Cluster

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Currently ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. Unavailable See In addition, the ÷ and å warning lamps light up in the Operator's Manual instrument cluster.
  • Page 396 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 397 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, PRE- ® SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due ÷ to a malfunction. Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed.
  • Page 398 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights up. The yellow F (USA only )/! (Canada only) warning lamp lights up and a warning tone sounds. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning and the braking effect is restricted.
  • Page 399 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp lights The power supply for the electric parking brake was interrupted. Pull the electric parking brake handle. Pull away carefully. Pull the electric parking brake handle until the display message disappears.
  • Page 400 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow F (USA only)/! (Canada only) warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
  • Page 401 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the system. The brake system continues (USA to operate normally. only) (Canada Drive on carefully. only) Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Service See Operator's Manual There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA Additionally, the red $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning only)
  • Page 402 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Functions the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty currently limited function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Operator's the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
  • Page 403 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and 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-hand WARNING side malfunction Consult workshop The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be Front right- triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not hand side...
  • Page 404 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front-passenger The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even air bag enabled though: See Operator's a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the Manual system's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 405 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp remains off even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any children twelve years old and under and other small individuals use the front-passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
  • Page 406 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front-passenger The front-passenger air bag is disabled during the journey, even air bag disabled though: See Operator's an adult Manual a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat.

  • Page 407: Lights

    Display messages WARNING If the 42 indicator lamp remains lit with an adult occupant on the front-passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps, do not have any passenger use the front- passenger seat until the system has been repaired. Lights Display messages about LEDs: This display message will only appear if all LEDs have failed.
  • Page 408 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective. Check Left Mirror Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Turn page 286). Signal Check Right Mirror Turn Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 409 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand rear fog lamp is defective. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Check Rear Left page 286). Fog Lamp Check Rear Right Fog Lamp Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 410 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The exterior lighting is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Malfunction See Oper. Manual The light sensor is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. AUTO Lamp Function USA only: Inoperative Switch off the daytime running lamps in the on-board computer page 387).
  • Page 411 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fan motor is faulty. At coolant temperatures under 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the next qualified specialist workshop. Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain, and stop-and-go traffic. The coolant is too hot.
  • Page 412 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are: a defective alternator a torn poly-V-belt a malfunction in the electronics Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 413 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles without an oil dipstick: the engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Engine Oil Level Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, Low Stop Vehicle paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 414 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with a diesel engine: there is water in the fuel filter. The water must be drained off. Clean fuel filter Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Ø The DEF tank is empty. Have the DEF tank filled as soon as possible at a qualified Check additive See specialist workshop (...
  • Page 415 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á A condition for activating Night View Assist Plus has not been fulfilled. Night View Assist Turn the light switch to c or L. Lights Must Be Set to AUTO or ON Á...
  • Page 416 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions AIRMATIC is defective. A warning tone also sounds. Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80km/h). Make only slight steering movements. Otherwise, the front fender or the tires could be damaged if the steering movement is too large.
  • Page 417 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ABC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. Malfunction Do not drive faster than 50 mph (80km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ë The HOLD function is deactivated. the vehicle is skidding. A warning tone also sounds.
  • Page 418 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily Currently inoperative. Possible causes are: Unavailable See the sensors are dirty. Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Active Blind the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature Spot Assist...
  • Page 419 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Parking Guidance Parking Guidance is deactivated. Possible causes are: Canceled the vehicle is skidding. the sensors are dirty. a malfunction has occurred. Reactivate Parking Guidance later ( page 353). If the parking space symbol does not appear in the multifunction display at speeds below 19 mph (30 km/h): Clean the sensors ( page 474).
  • Page 420 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Unavailable See the DISTRONIC PLUS cover in the radiator trim is dirty Operator's Manual function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. the sensors in the bumpers are dirty.
  • Page 421 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise control is defective. Inoperative A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. --- mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for example.
  • Page 422 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. tire(s) 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 423 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Wheel sensor(s) There is no signal from the tire pressure sensor of one or several wheels. The pressure of the affected tire is not displayed in the missing multifunction display. Have the faulty tire pressure sensor replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 424 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. WARNING tire pressure Check tire(s) 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 425 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Auxiliary Battery The auxiliary battery for the automatic transmission is discharged. Malfunction If there is a malfunction in the vehicle's electrical system, you may not be able to change the transmission position. (Red display message) Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 426 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions At least one door is open. Close all the doors. The power steering is malfunctioning. WARNING Power Steering Malfunction See You will need to use more force to steer. Operator's Manual There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 427 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions  This display message is displayed for a maximum of 60 seconds and is simply a reminder. Don't Forget Your You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock.

  • Page 428: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Seat belts Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat belt warning lamp reminds the driver and front passenger to fasten their seat belts. After starting the engine, the red seat Fasten your seat belt (...

  • Page 429: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. J (Canada only) WARNING The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 430: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) is deactivated due to a malfunction. BAS (Brake Assist), BAS PLUS, ESP ® (Electronic Stability The yellow ABS warning ® ® Program), PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and lamp is lit while the...
  • Page 431 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Carefully drive a short distance on a suitable stretch of road, making slight steering movements at a speed above 12 mph (20 km/h). The functions mentioned above are available again when the warning lamp goes out.

  • Page 432: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) ® ABS and ESP are malfunctioning. Therefore, BAS, BAS PLUS, ® ® EBD, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill J (Canada only) start assist, for example, are not available either.
  • Page 433 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions å ® is deactivated. ® The yellow ESP WARNING warning lamp is lit while If ESP ® is switched off, ESP ® is unable to stabilize the vehicle. the engine is running.
  • Page 434 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷å ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. ® The yellow ESP ® ® OFF warning BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed.

  • Page 435: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions F (USA only) The electric parking brake is temporarily malfunctioning or defective. ! (Canada only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction The red indicator lamp display.

  • Page 436: Emergency Running Mode

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 437: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · You are approaching a vehicle or a stationary obstacle in your line of travel at too high a speed. The red distance warning lamp lights up Be prepared to brake immediately.

  • Page 438: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. USA only: The yellow tire pressure WARNING monitor warning lamp With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the (pressure loss/ following hazards:...
  • Page 439 Useful information ......438 Loading guidelines ......438 Stowage areas ........438 Features ..........443...

  • Page 440: Glove Box

    Stowage areas vehicle (including occupants). The values Useful information are specified on the vehicle identification plate on the B-pillar of the driver's door. This Operator's Manual describes all position heavy loads as far forwards as models and all standard and optional possible and as low down in the trunk as equipment of your vehicle available at the possible.

  • Page 441: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas a remote control (see the COMAND section To open: press marking :. in this Operator's Manual). Stowage compartment under the armrest The glove box can be ventilated The º Roadside Assistance call button page 303). page 452) and the E MB Info call button ( page 452) are located in the stowage compartment under the armrest.

  • Page 442: Coat Hooks

    Stowage areas Coat hook To open: fold down the seat armrest. The coat hooks are located on the left and Pull handle : and fold the armrests right in the headliner in the rear upwards. compartment. ! Only hang light loads on the coat hooks. Do not place a load of more than 6.6 lbs (3 kg) on the coat hooks.

  • Page 443: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Parcel nets cannot protect transported goods in the event of an accident. Parcel nets are located in the front-passenger footwell and on the left and right-hand sides of the trunk. Securing cargo Cargo tie-down rings To open: fold down the rear seat armrest. Observe the following notes on securing Pull handle : and fold down cover ;.

  • Page 444: Roof Carrier

    Take into consideration that when the roof rack is loaded, the handling characteristics are different from those when operating the vehicle without the roof rack loaded. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Trunk floor only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

  • Page 445: Important Safety Notes

    Features Depending on the vehicle equipment, damage not covered by the Mercedes-Benz ensure that when the roof carrier is Limited Warranty. installed you can: When not in use, keep the cup holder closed. raise the sliding sunroof fully An open cup holder may cause injury to you...

  • Page 446: Overview

    Features Sun visors Overview of sun visors WARNING Do not use the vanity mirror while driving. Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while the vehicle is in motion. Reflected glare can endanger you and others. Vehicles without multicontour seats in the rear compartment Mirror light Bracket...

  • Page 447: Rear Window

    Features At temperatures below Ò4 ‡ (Ò20 †), the Rear window roller sunblind roller sunblind is deactivated. Important safety notes WARNING When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint system, or with access to an...

  • Page 448: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Retracting Press switch : down past the point of resistance and release it. The roller sunblind retracts fully. To stop: pull switch : up. The roller sunblind stops briefly and then extends again. Ashtray To open: lift up cover ;. Ashtray in the front-compartment To remove the insert: press open center console...

  • Page 449: Points To Observe Before Use

    Features If children open a door, they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic. Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight. The child restraint system's metal parts, for example, could become very hot, and the child could be burned on these parts.

  • Page 450: V Socket

    Features Socket in the glove box 115 V socket WARNING The 115 V AC power socket operates on high voltage. Use the 115 V AC power socket in the vehicle with the same caution and care that you would take with power sockets at home.

  • Page 451: Important Safety Notes

    150 W. contact one of the following telephone the on-board power supply is within a hotlines: permissible voltage range. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer the 12 V socket in the trunk is operational Assistance Center at page 447). 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Open flap =.

  • Page 452: Emergency Call

    MB Info call Have the system checked at the nearest To adjust the volume during an mbrace call, authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact proceed as follows: the following service hotlines: Press the W or X button on the USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 453 Press SOS button ; briefly. Shortly after the emergency call has been initiated, a voice connection is automatically The indicator lamp in SOS button ; established between the Mercedes-Benz flashes until the emergency call is Customer Assistance Center and the vehicle concluded.

  • Page 454: Mb Info Call Button

    Press and hold Roadside Assistance Benz Customer Assistance Center was button : for more than two seconds. established. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz This may be because the corresponding Customer Assistance Center. The indicator mobile phone network is not available.

  • Page 455: Call Priority

    Press and hold MB Info call button : for The mbrace system failed to initiate an MB Info call if: more than two seconds. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz the indicator lamp in MB Info call Customer Assistance Center. The indicator button : is flashing continuously.
  • Page 456 Example: in the address book. If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then The Destination Download function is 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address available if the corresponding mobile will be sent to your vehicle. phone network is available and data When the "Send" dialog window appears: transfer is possible.

  • Page 457: Vehicle Remote Unlocking

    15 minutes. Only then can you pull the have unintentionally locked your vehicle and trunk lid handle once again. a replacement SmartKey is not available. The vehicle can be opened by the Mercedes-Benz Vehicle remote closing Customer Assistance Center. The remote closing feature can be used when...

  • Page 458: Important Safety Notes

    This function moves up or down. When programming a gate allows the Mercedes-Benz Center to improve operator, the gate opens or closes. appointment planning significantly and Do not use the integrated remote control with ensures that your vehicle receives the best service possible.
  • Page 459 Alternatively, you can call the following Only press the button on the integrated telephone assistance services: garage door opener if there are no persons or USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer objects present within the sweep of the Assistance Center at garage door. Persons could otherwise be 1-800-FOR-MERCedes injured as the door moves.
  • Page 460 Features Synchronizing the rolling code Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on the integrated garage door opener. Your vehicle must be within reach of the After a short time, indicator lamp : lights garage door or exterior gate drive. Make sure up yellow.

  • Page 461: Opening/Closing The Garage Door

    Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on same programming steps with this remote control. Before performing these steps, the integrated garage door opener. make sure that new batteries have been After a short time, indicator lamp : lights installed in garage door drive remote up yellow.

  • Page 462: Floormat

    Features Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Floormat on the driver's side WARNING Whenever you are using a floormat, make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormat is securely fastened. Vehicles without Night View Assist Plus The floormat should always be securely Areas permeable to radio waves (to the...
  • Page 463 Useful information ......462 Engine compartment ......462 Maintenance ........469 Care ............ 470...

  • Page 464: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information Some engine components can become very hot. This Operator's Manual describes all To avoid the risk of burns, only touch those models and all standard and optional components described in the Operator's equipment of your vehicle available at the Manual and observe the relevant safety notes.
  • Page 465 Engine compartment ! Do not lift the hood by hood catch When the hood is open, you or others could handle ;. The handle may otherwise be be injured by the wiper linkage. damaged. Make sure that the windshield wipers are switched off.

  • Page 466: Checking The Oil Level Using The On-Board Computer

    Engine compartment Checking the oil level using the oil consumption may be higher than this when dipstick the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds. On vehicles with a 12-cylinder engine, the oil level can be checked using the on-board computer.
  • Page 467 Engine compartment Press the : or 9 button to select Engine Oil Level. Press the a button. The multifunction display shows the following message: Measuring Engine Oil Level Accurate Only When Vehicle Is Level If you wish to cancel the measurement, press the % button on the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 468 Engine compartment Display messages The measurement takes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the multifunction display: Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Engine Oil Level OK The oil level is correct. The oil level is too low. Add 1.0 l Engine Oil At Next add 1.0 l of engine oil.

  • Page 469: Engine Compartment

    464). approved in accordance with the Further information on engine oil Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service page 534). Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Checking and adding other service caused by the following:...

  • Page 470: Brake Fluid Level

    If necessary, add coolant that has been reservoir has fallen to the MIN mark or below, check the brake system tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. immediately for leaks. Also check the Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far thickness of the brake linings.

  • Page 471: Maintenance

    Resetting the service interval display Hiding a service message A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an Press the % or a button on the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset steering wheel. the service interval display after the necessary service work has been carried out.

  • Page 472: Care

    Dispose of empty packaging and cleaning cloths in an environmentally responsible Driving abroad manner. An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network is also available in other countries. You can ! Do not park the vehicle for an extended obtain further information from any period straight after cleaning it, particularly authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

  • Page 473: Power Washer

    Do not open the driver's door or front- Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car passenger door when the engine is shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. switched off. Otherwise, the automatic Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a transmission selects park position P gentle jet of water.

  • Page 474: Matte Finish

    Care trim to painted surfaces. You could otherwise damage the paintwork. ventilation slots Damaged seals or electrical components If water no longer forms "beads" on the paint can lead to leaks or failures. surface, use the paint care products recommended and approved by Mercedes- Benz.

  • Page 475: Windows

    Deposits such as leaves, petals cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car and pollen may under certain shampoo. Or clean the exterior lighting circumstances prevent water from draining with cleaning cloths.

  • Page 476: Display

    Clean the plastic lenses of the mirror turn signals using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo. Cleaning cloths may be used as well. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean Cleaning the sensors camera lens :.

  • Page 477: Night View Assist Plus

    Wipe the plastic trim with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber cloth. Heavy soiling: use car care and cleaning products recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. The surface may change color temporarily. Wait until the surface is dry again. Fold down the camera cover by recess :.

  • Page 478: Gear Or Selector Lever

    Care Cleaning the steering wheel and gear or agents that have been tested and selector lever approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified specialist Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use workshop. leather care agents that have been...
  • Page 479 Useful information ......478 Where will I find...? ......478 Flat tire ..........479 Battery ..........484 Jump-starting ........488 Towing and tow-starting ....490 Fuses ..........492...

  • Page 480: Where Will I Find

    Where will I find...? 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 481: Preparing The Vehicle

    Make sure that no one is near the danger Mercedes-Benz Center. area while a wheel is being changed. Prepare the vehicle as described Anyone who is not directly assisting in the page 479).

  • Page 482: 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 the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.

  • Page 483: Flat Tire

    Flat tire and inserting wheel chocks. Never disengage the parking brake while the vehicle is raised. the jack must be placed on a firm, flat and non-slip surface. On a loose surface, a large, load-bearing underlay must be used. On a slippery surface, a non-slip underlay must be used, e.g.

  • Page 484: 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. Be sure to use the original-length wheel bolts when refitting the original wheel after it has been repaired.

  • Page 485: Lowering

    Flat tire Slide the emergency spare wheel onto the WARNING alignment bolt and push it on. The wheels could work loose if the wheel nuts and bolts are not tightened to the specified Tighten the wheel bolts until they are tightening torque.

  • Page 486: Battery

    Battery MOExtended tires may only be used in When replacing one or all tires, make sure conjunction with the activated tire pressure that you only use tires marked loss warning system or with the activated tire MOExtended. Also ensure that they are of pressure monitoring system.
  • Page 487 Battery Risk of explosion WARNING Do not place any metal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit. Use leak-proof batteries only to avoid the risk Fire, open flames and of acid burns in the event of an accident. smoking are prohibited Take care that you do not become statically when handling the battery.
  • Page 488 Otherwise, vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved electronic components, such as the by Mercedes-Benz is being used. Gases may alternator, may be damaged. escape during charging and cause explosions that may result in paint damage, corrosion or you first remove the negative terminal personal injury.
  • Page 489 Battery battery in the jump-starting procedure page 488). Read the battery charger's operating instructions before charging the battery.

  • Page 490: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting WARNING Failure to follow these directions will cause damage to the electronic components, and can lead to a battery explosion and severe injury or death. Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting. You might get injured. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid.
  • Page 491 Jump-starting Secure the vehicle by applying the electric parking brake. Shift the transmission to position P. Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.). Open the hood ( page 462). Position number A identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device.

  • Page 492: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting ! When towing, pull away slowly and Towing and tow-starting smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, Important safety notes the vehicles could be damaged. WARNING ! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. This could damage the vehicle. Hybrid vehicles: be sure to read the "HYBRID"...

  • Page 493: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 283). Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. When leaving the vehicle, take the SmartKey or the KEYLESS-GO key with you. Towing a vehicle with both axles on the ground When having your vehicle towed, observe the...

  • Page 494: Fuses

    Only use fuses that have been approved for Shift the automatic transmission to Mercedes-Benz vehicles and that have the position P. correct fuse rating for the systems Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the concerned.

  • Page 495: Before Changing

    Fuses specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ! Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Otherwise, components or systems could be damaged. Before changing a fuse...

  • Page 496: Compartment

    Fuses To close: check whether the rubber seal is lying correctly in cover ;. Put cover ; back in position. Replace bracket =. Tighten screws : using an Allen key. ! The cover must be seated properly, otherwise moisture or dirt could impair the function of the fuses.
  • Page 497 Fuses Engine emergency off If the engine cannot be switched off as described, observe the following procedure: Take the fuse allocation chart out of the vehicle document wallet. Search for “Emergency engine shutdown” in the fuse allocation chart. Remove the fuses listed under "Emergency engine shutdown".
  • Page 499 Useful information ......498 Important safety notes ....498 Operation ........... 498 Winter operation ....... 500 Tire pressure ........501 Loading the vehicle ......508 Maximum load rating ....... 512 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards .......... 513 Tire labeling ........514 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..........

  • Page 500: Important Safety Notes

    Accessories that are not approved for your or other obstacles. If it is necessary to drive vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being over curbs, speed humps or similar used correctly can impair the operating elevations, try to do so slowly and at an safety.

  • Page 501: Wet Road Surface

    (such as tire pressure monitoring systems) other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Bar marking : for tread wear is integrated Regularly check the pressure of all the tires including the emergency spare wheel or the into the tire tread.

  • Page 502: Winter Operation

    M+S tires with a tire tread depth of less than ã in (4 mm) are not suitable for use in winter wheels specifically tested by Mercedes-Benz. and do not provide sufficient traction. There Notes on driving with MOExtended tires in the is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 503: Snow Chains

    ® that have been specially approved for your page 75) when pulling away with vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a snow chains mounted. This way you can allow the wheels to spin in a controlled corresponding standard of quality.
  • Page 504 Tire pressure various operating conditions, i.e. differing Follow recommended tire inflation pressures load and speed conditions. and check the pressure of all the tires including the spare wheel: Specifications shown in the examples of monthly, at least tire pressure tables are for illustration purposes only.

  • Page 505: Notes

    The tire pressures for increased loads Only screw the standard valve cap or other and/or higher road speeds, shown in the valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for tire pressure table, may have a negative your vehicle onto the tire valve.

  • Page 506: Maximum

    Tire pressure Overinflation changes by 18 ‡ (10 †), the tire pressure changes by approximately 10 kPa (0.1 bar/ WARNING 1.5 psi). Take this into account when Tires with excessively high pressure can burst checking the pressure of warm tires and only because they are damaged more easily by correct the tire pressure if it is too low for the road debris, potholes etc.
  • Page 507 Tire pressure monitor. If there is a substantial loss of Checking the tire pressures pressure, the warning threshold for the Important safety notes warning message is aligned to the reference values taught-in. Restart the tire pressure Observe the "Tire pressure information" monitor after adjusting the pressure of the section ( page 501).
  • Page 508 Tire pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer incompatible replacement or alternate tires on the Tire and Loading Information placard or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the on the driver's door B-pillar or the tire TPMS from functioning properly. Always pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler check the TPMS malfunction telltale after flap.

  • Page 509: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure 2. this device must accept any interference show the tire pressure of the wheel that has received, including interference that may been removed for a few minutes. If this cause undesired operation of the device. occurs, note that the value displayed for the position where the spare tire is Any unauthorized modification to this mounted is not the same as the spare...

  • Page 510: Loading

    Loading the vehicle If you wish to cancel the restart: you can also define reference values manually as described here. Press the % button. Restart the tire pressure monitor after you The tire pressure values stored at the last have set the tire pressure to the value restart will continue to be monitored.

  • Page 511: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Number of seats 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. The number of seats in your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
  • Page 512 Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1 400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
  • Page 513 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 load limit 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 509).

  • Page 514: Maximum Load Rating

    Details can Your Mercedes-Benz has been designed be found on the vehicle identification plate on primarily to carry passengers and their the B-pillar on the driver's side of the vehicle luggage.

  • Page 515: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

    Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards The actual values for tires are vehicle- specific and may deviate from the values in the illustration. Where applicable, the tire grading information can be found on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum tire width.

  • Page 516: Tire Labeling

    The following markings are on the tire in the freezing point. addition to the tire name (sales designation) Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum and the manufacturer's name: tread depth of ã in (4 mm) for all four winter tires ( page 500) to maintain normal driving characteristics in winter.
  • Page 517 Tire labeling ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Tire size designation, load-bearing the tire height. capacity and speed rating Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents diagonal tires; "B" represents diagonal radial tires.
  • Page 518 Tire labeling adapt your driving style to the traffic (300km/h) must include "ZR", and the conditions. service specification must be given in brackets. Example: 275/40 ZR 18 (99 Y). Summer tires The speed rating "(Y)" indicates that the maximum speed of the tire is over 186mph Index Speed rating (300km/h).

  • Page 519: Load Index

    Tire labeling Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating for your vehicle as specified in the "Tires" section ( page 521), e.g. if you buy new tires. Further information about reading tire data can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 520: Definition Of Terms For Tires And Loading

    Definition of terms for tires and loading Tire characteristics Normal occupant weight The number of occupants the vehicle is designed to seat, multiplied by 68 kilograms (150 lb). Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A uniform standard to grade the quality of tires with regards to tread quality, tire traction and temperature characteristics.
  • Page 521 Definition of terms for tires and loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Kilopascal (kPa) The GAWR is the maximum permissible axle Metric unit for tire pressure. 6.9 kPa load. The actual load on an axle must never corresponds to 1 psi. Another unit for tire exceed the gross axle weight rating.
  • Page 522 Definition of terms for tires and loading optional extras, such as high-performance Aspect ratio brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high- Relationship between tire height and tire performance battery, are not included in the width in percent. curb weight and the weight of the accessories.

  • Page 523: Changing A Wheel

    Clean the contact surfaces of the wheel and the brake disc thoroughly every time a wheel Points to note is interchanged. Check the tire pressures. ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz For information on changing tires and mounting the spare wheel, see ( page 479).
  • Page 524 , and are marked as follows: equip the vehicle with: MO = Mercedes-Benz Original tires of the same size on a given axle MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (left/right) (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) the same type of tires at a given time...
  • Page 525 Wheel and tire combinations Not all wheel and tire combinations are available at the factory for all countries.
  • Page 526 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Summer tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 255/45 R18 99 Y 8.5 J x 18 H2 — — MOExtended Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/45 R18 99 Y 8.5 J x 18 H2 —...
  • Page 527 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Alloy wheels V1 V2 V3 V4 255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 8.5 J x 19 H2 — Wheel offset: 1.69 in (43 mm) 255/40 R19 100 V XL M+S 8.5 J x 19 H2 —...

  • Page 529: Technical Data

    Useful information ......528 Notes on technical data ....528 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..528 Warranty ..........529 Identification plates ......529 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 530 Vehicle data ........537...

  • Page 530: Notes On Technical Data

    The data stated here specifically refers to seats a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult dashboard a Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all instrument cluster vehicle variants and trim levels. center console Do not install accessories such as audio Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts systems in these areas.

  • Page 531: Identification Plates

    Rhode Island and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. You can obtain information about this from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only)

  • Page 532: Engine Number

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

  • Page 533: Grade (Gasoline)

    Of which reserve fuel in Approx. You can recognize service products approved AMG vehicles 3.7 US gal by Mercedes-Benz by the following (14.0 l) inscription on the containers: MB approval (e.g. MB approval 229.51) Gasoline MB Approval (e.g. MB Approval 229.51)

  • Page 534: Diesel

    (in certain regions). In this case, 3 %. Mercedes-Benz recommends additives approved for use in Mercedes-Benz vehicles; Using mixtures of methanol and ethanol is not see http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. permitted. Gasohol, a mixture of 10 % ethanol and 90 % unleaded gasoline, may be used.
  • Page 535 Bio-diesel - FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) e.g. through parking in a heated garage. Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- More information about recommended flow diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The...

  • Page 536: Engine Oil

    BlueTEC exhaust gas the exhaust gas aftertreatment. aftertreatment system. The engine oils are matched to the performance of Mercedes-Benz engines and Purity service intervals. You should therefore only ! Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other use engine oils and oil filters that are...

  • Page 537: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Service products and filling capacities Engine oil viscosity Model Engine model Approval 229.5 S 550 S 550 4MATIC S 600 S 63 AMG S 65 AMG S 350 BlueTEC 228.51, 4MATIC 229.31, Viscosity describes the flow characteristics 229.51 of a fluid. If an engine oil has a high viscosity, this means that it is thick;...

  • Page 538: Notes

    Further information on coolants can be protection. found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Specifications for Capacity Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at...

  • Page 539: Roof Load (Maximum)

    Vehicle data Use MB 325.0 or MB 326.0 corrosion Model Capacity inhibitor/antifreeze. All models 6.9 US qt (6.5 l) Washer fluid Add windshield washer fluid, e.g. MB SummerFit or MB WinterFit, to the washer WARNING fluid all year round. Washer solvent/antifreeze is highly flammable.

  • Page 540: Vehicle Data

    Vehicle data S 550 4MATIC BlueEFFICIENCY Vehicle length, 200.8 in (5100 mm) short wheelbase Vehicle length, 206.7 in (5250 mm) long wheelbase Vehicle width 83.5 in (2120 mm) including exterior mirrors Vehicle height 58.2 in (1479 mm) Short wheelbase 119.5 in (3035 mm) Long wheelbase 124.6 in (3165 mm) Turning radius,...

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