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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É2315844681!ËÍ 2315844681 Order no. 6515 3152 13 Part no. 231 584 46 81 Edition A 2014...
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  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instructions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 37 Introduction ......... 29 Safety ........... 47 Opening and closing ......81 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors . . 111 Lights and windshield wipers ..125 Climate control ......... 139 Driving and parking ......153 On-board computer and displays ..
  • Page 6 Index Active partition (USB devices 1, 2, 3 ... only) 12 V socket Selecting ........455 see Sockets ADAPTIVE BRAKE ......... 77 911 emergency call ......385 Adaptive Damping System Function/notes ......198 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Display message ......257 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Function/notes ......
  • Page 7 Audio menu (on-board computer) ..232 Authorized Centers Button for AMG menu ....168 see Qualified specialist workshop SETUP ..........168 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center AMG menu (on-board computer) ..241 see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshops Anti-lock braking system see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
  • Page 8 Index Manual drive program ....169 ® Bluetooth Manual drive program (vehicles Activating/deactivating ....313 with Sports package AMG) .... 170 Activating audio mode ....468 Overview ........163 Conditions (telephone) ....385 Problem (malfunction) ....172 Connecting another mobile phone . 389 Program selector button ....
  • Page 9 Index Category list (music search) .... 457 California Copy protection ......457 Important notice for retail Fast forward/fast rewind ....453 customers and lessees ....31 General information ....... 457 Call Inserting ........445 Accepting/ending/rejecting ..392 Inserting/loading (Rear Seat Connecting ........
  • Page 10 Index Entering ......... 306 Switching the rear window Entering (address book, phone defroster on/off ......148 book) ..........304 Switching the ZONE function on/ Entering (navigation) ...... 306 off ..........147 Moving the cursor ......305 Cockpit Switching to letters ......305 Overview ..........
  • Page 11 Important safety notes ....184 Entering a point of interest .... 339 Setting a speed ......185 Entering using geo-coordinates ..334 Storing and maintaining current Entering using Mercedes-Benz speed ..........185 Apps ..........335 Cup holder Saving ..........366 Center console ......
  • Page 12 Driver's door KEYLESS-GO ........272 see Doors Lights ..........255 Driving abroad Safety systems ......245 Mercedes-Benz Service ....547 SmartKey ........272 Symmetrical low beam ....126 Tires ..........267 Driving on flooded roads ....183 Vehicle ........... 269 Driving safety systems Distance recorder ......
  • Page 13 Index Night View Assist Plus ....214 PARKTRONIC ......... 203 EASY-ENTRY feature RACE START (AMG vehicles) ..197 Activating/deactivating ....239 Rear view camera ......210 Function/notes ......119 Driving tips EASY-EXIT feature AMG ceramic brakes ..... 181 Crash-responsive ......120 Automatic transmission ....
  • Page 14 Index Engine electronics Folding in/out (electrically) ... 121 Problem (malfunction) ....162 Folding in when locking (on-board Engine oil computer) ........240 Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 121 Adding ........... 544 Additives ........612 Storing settings (memory function) 123 Checking the oil level ..... 543 Storing the parking position ..
  • Page 15 Index Fuel filler flap ® ® Harman/kardon Logic 7 Opening/closing ......173 surround sound system Fuel level see Surround sound (harman/ Calling up the range (on-board ® kardon surround sound system) computer) ........230 Hazard warning lamps Fuel tank Display message ......271 Capacity ........
  • Page 16 Index Ignition lock Jack see Key positions Storage location ......556 Immobilizer .......... 79 Using ..........598 Jump starting (engine) ...... 565 Incident (traffic report) ..... 360 Indicator lamp Remote control ......490 Indicator lamps KEYLESS-GO see Warning and indicator lamps Convenience closing feature ....
  • Page 17 Index Hazard warning lamps ....130 High beam flasher ......130 M+S tires ..........578 High-beam headlamps ....129 MAGIC SKY CONTROL ....... 107 Low-beam headlamps ....127 Malfunction message Parking lamps ........ 128 see Display messages Setting the brightness of the Map (navigation) ambient lighting (on-board Adjusting the scale ......
  • Page 18 Index Mechanical key Removing a wheel ......600 Function/notes ........ 84 Securing the vehicle against Locking vehicle ........ 91 rolling away ........598 Unlocking the driver's door ....90 Media Interface Bit/sampling rates ......456 Alphabetical track selection ..474 Copyright ........
  • Page 19 Index Basic settings ........ 325 Switching announcements on/off . 353 Blocking a route section affected Switching to ........324 by a traffic jam ....... 354 Navigation announcements Compass function ......379 Switching off ........299 Destination memory ...... 365 NECK-PRO head restraints Displaying destination Operation .........
  • Page 20 Important safety notes ....203 Establishing/ending the Problem (malfunction) ....206 connection ........415 Range of the sensors ..... 204 Further Mercedes-Benz Apps ..425 Warning display ......205 Mercedes-Benz Mobile Website ..425 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Options menu ........ 422 Problem (malfunction) .....
  • Page 21 Index Picture settings (TV, video) ....478 Picture viewer RACE START Displaying pictures ......485 Important safety notes ....197 Introduction ........484 RACETIMER (on-board computer) ..241 Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 553 Radar sensor system Playback options Activating/deactivating ....239 Audio mode (CD, DVD, MP3) ..
  • Page 22 Index Rear view camera Roll bar Cleaning instructions ..... 552 Display message ......251 Displaying the image ..... 322 Operation ......... 55 Function/notes ......210 Roller sunblind ........107 Switching on/off ......211 Roof Rear-view mirror Display message ......270 Dipping (automatic) .......
  • Page 23 Index Balance (seat heating) ....320 Belt guide ........115 Safety Cleaning the cover ......553 Children in the vehicle ..... 66 Correct driver's seat position ..112 Child restraint systems ....66 Important safety notes ....113 Occupant Classification System Multicontour seat ......
  • Page 24 Index Setting the audio format Sockets Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 503 Front-passenger footwell ....527 Setting the language General notes ........ 526 Trunk ..........527 COMAND ........313 Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 503 Under the armrest ......527 Setting the night design ....
  • Page 25 Index Steering (display message) ....270 Switching air-recirculation mode Steering wheel on/off ..........150 Switching between picture Adjusting (electrically) ....118 formats (TV, video) ......478 Button overview ....... 41 Buttons (on-board computer) ..227 Switching between summer time Cleaning ......... 553 and standard time ......
  • Page 26 Index System .......... 528 Telephone mode Triggering the vehicle alarm ... 535 Redialing ........393 Vehicle remote malfunction Telephone number diagnosis ........534 Entering ......... 392 Vehicle remote unlocking ....533 Temperature Tele Aid Coolant .......... 226 General notes ........ 527 Coolant (on-board computer) ..
  • Page 27 Index Important safety notes ....583 PSI (pounds per square inch) Restarting ........585 (definition) ........595 Warning lamp ......... 284 Replacing ........597 Warning message ......585 Service life ........578 Tires Sidewall (definition) ....... 596 Aspect ratio (definition) ....596 Speed rating (definition) ....
  • Page 28 Index Track information ......499 Traffic jam function ......354 Automatic picture shutoff ....478 Picture settings ......478 Traffic reports Sound settings (balance, bass, Calling up a list ......362 treble) ..........300 Reading out on route ..... 364 Type identification plate Real-time traffic report ....
  • Page 29 Index Vehicle dimensions ......616 Vehicle emergency locking ....91 Warning and indicator lamps Vehicle identification number ABS ..........275 see VIN Brakes ........... 275 Vehicle identification plate ....608 Check Engine ......... 281 Vehicle level Coolant .......... 281 Active Body Control (AMG vehicles) 201 Distance warning ......
  • Page 30: Table Of Contents

    Index Wheels Changing a wheel ......596 ® ZAGAT rating service ...... 343 Checking ........577 ZONE function Cleaning ......... 550 Switching on/off ......147 Cleaning (warning) ......597 Important safety notes ....576 Interchanging/changing ....597 Mounting a new wheel ....600 Mounting a wheel ......
  • Page 31 Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, will help to protect the environment. transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...
  • Page 32 Booklet are important documents and should relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use be kept in the vehicle. only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and Service and vehicle operation accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle.
  • Page 33 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 34 Modifications to electronic components, their Delivery Program. For details, consult an software as well as wiring can impair their authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to function and/or the function of other one of the following addresses. networked components. In particular,...
  • Page 35: Diagnostics Connection

    RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the Qualified specialist workshop following two conditions: (1) These devices An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a may not cause interference, and (2) These qualified specialist workshop. It has the devices must accept any interference,...
  • Page 36 If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or Limited Warranty contact us at one of the following addresses. In the USA...
  • Page 37 Introduction Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record New or Used-Vehicle Warranty. such data as: how various systems in your vehicle are operating Data stored in the vehicle whether or not the driver and passenger...
  • Page 39 Dashboard ........... 38 Instrument cluster ......39 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 41 Center console ........42 Overhead control panel ...... 45 Door control panel ......46...
  • Page 40 Dashboard Dashboard Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Ignition lock shifters Start/Stop button Combination switch Cruise control lever Adjusting the steering Activating Night View wheel electrically Assist Plus Horn Electric parking brake Instrument cluster Light switch PARKTRONIC warning Opening the hood display Diagnostics connection Overhead control panel...
  • Page 41 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Function Page Function Page Speedometer with Coolant temperature segments Multifunction display Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting Tachometer...
  • Page 42 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page L Low-beam 6 SRS headlamps ü Seat belt T Parking lamps M SPORT handling ® mode (AMG vehicles) ÷ ESP ? Coolant K High-beam headlamps ; Check Engine Electric parking brake (red) 8 Reserve fuel F (USA only) ®...
  • Page 43 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display Selects a submenu or Switches on the Voice scrolls through lists Control System; see the separate operating Confirms your selection instructions Hides display messages Rejects or ends a call Back Exits phone book/redial...
  • Page 44: Indicator Lamp

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND 45 Indicator lamp c Seat heating ® å ESP (except AMG vehicles) s Seat ventilation ¤ ECO start/stop Ò AIRSCARF function (AMG vehicles) c PARKTRONIC £ Hazard warning lamps...
  • Page 45 Center console Center console, lower section (except AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment ¤ start/stop button Cup holder Shows the driving Ashtray conditions menu in the COMAND display (vehicles COMAND controller with Active Body Control) Seat adjustment É Sets the vehicle level Favorites button Adjusts the suspension Roof switch...
  • Page 46 Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Selects park position Cup holder Drive program selector Ashtray ß AMG button (drive COMAND controller program or calls up/stores suspension tuning) Seat adjustment à Sets the suspension Favorites button tuning Roof switch...
  • Page 47 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left- G SOS button (mbrace hand reading lamp on/off system) c Switches the interior Rear-view mirror lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door opener µ Operates MAGIC SKY CONTROL F Roadside Assistance call button (mbrace...
  • Page 48 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page Opens the door o Opens the trunk lid p Opens/closes the %& Unlocks/locks trunk lid the vehicle 7Z\ Adjusts the Adjusts the seats exterior mirrors electrically r45= W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and...
  • Page 49 Useful information ......48 Panic alarm .......... 48 Occupant safety ........48 Child restraint systems ...... 66 Driving safety systems ....... 70 Theft deterrent locking system ..79...
  • Page 50: Useful Information

    If it is necessary to modify an air bag system Panic alarm to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz center. USA only: for further information contact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1800-367-6372).
  • Page 51: Occupant Safety

    Only use seat belts It can also reduce the forces to which vehicle installed or supplied by an authorized occupants are subjected during an accident. Mercedes-Benz Center. Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency SRS warning lamp Tensioning Devices (ETDs) contain...
  • Page 52: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety If you sell your vehicle, Mercedes-Benz Do not install additional trim material, seat strongly recommends that you inform the covers, badges, etc. to the: subsequent owner that the vehicle is padded steering wheel boss equipped with SRS. Also, refer them to the knee bag covers applicable section in the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 53 Occupant safety breathing difficulties, you should leave the and potential severity of hand/arm injuries vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you if the air bag inflates. have any breathing difficulty but cannot get adjust the front-passenger seat as far back out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates, as possible from the dashboard when the then get fresh air by opening a window or...
  • Page 54 Occupant safety Front air bags affect your hearing. The powder that is released generally does not constitute a health hazard and does not indicate that there is a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble.
  • Page 55 55) You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by the air bag control unit predicts a high Mercedes-Benz. impact severity WARNING Knee bags Sensors to control the air bags are located in Observe the "Important safety notes"...
  • Page 56 Occupant safety intended protection in the event of an The side impact air bag on the front- accident. passenger side does not deploy under the following conditions: the OCS system detects that the front- passenger seat is not occupied, and the front-passenger seat belt is not fastened.
  • Page 57: Occupant Classification System

    Occupant safety deployment thresholds for lateral acceleration/deceleration. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belt. The head bag on the front-passenger side is not deployed in the following situations: the OCS system detects that the front- passenger seat is not occupied, and the front-passenger seat belt is not fastened.
  • Page 58 Occupant safety When the OCS senses that the front- If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF passenger seat occupant is classified as indicator lamp is illuminated, the front- being up to or less than the weight of a typical passenger front air bag and the front- 12-month-old child in a standard child passenger knee bag are deactivated and are restraint, the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF...
  • Page 59 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp as possible by qualified technicians. Consult while driving to make sure the 4 an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is Only have the seat repaired at an authorized illuminated. If the 4 PASSENGER AIR Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 60 Consult an authorized with their back against the seat backrest Mercedes-Benz Center before seating a child with their feet on the floor on the front-passenger seat. The OCS weight sensor reading is affected if the occupant's weight is transferred, e.g.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety WARNING Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. a pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the OCS. The underside and rear side child restraint system must be placed entirely on the seat cushion and the backrest of the front-passenger seat backrest.
  • Page 62 Occupant safety Problems with the occupant classification system WARNING If the 4 PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated when the weight of a typical adult or an individual that is the size of a typical adult has been detected on the front-passenger seat, do not allow any occupant to use the front-passenger seat until the system has been repaired.
  • Page 63 Occupant safety the front-passenger seat is adjusted if it is ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant in an unfavorable position. protection system) Vehicles with a multicontour seat or Introduction active multicontour seat: the air pressure in the side bolsters is increased. ® PRE-SAFE takes preemptive measures to If the hazardous situation passes without...
  • Page 64: Seat Belts

    Occupant safety Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.
  • Page 65 That would increase the Only use seat belts that have been approved chance of head and neck injuries. The seat for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. belt would also apply too much force to the The use of seat belts and infant and child...
  • Page 66 Occupant safety Adjust the seat and move the backrest to around a person and another person or an almost vertical position ( page 112). other objects at the same time. Pull the seat belt smoothly through seat Seat belts should not be worn twisted. In a belt guide :.
  • Page 67 Occupant safety The seat belt adjustment is a convenience If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the engine is started, an additional warning ® function integrated in PRE-SAFE tone will sound. This warning tone stops after (preventative occupant protection). More a maximum of six seconds or once the ®...
  • Page 68 Child restraint systems Emergency Tensioning Devices, seat direction during the initial stages of the belt force limiters impact. in the event of a side impact if the vehicle WARNING decelerates or accelerates rapidly in a Pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices lateral direction on the side opposite to the that have been deployed are no longer impact..
  • Page 69: Child Restraint Systems

    Child restraint systems Occupants, in particular children, must sit as When securing a child in a child restraint upright as possible, fasten the seat belt system on the front-passenger seat, you correctly and use a suitable infant restraint must: system, child restraint system or booster seat move the front-passenger seat as far suitable for the size and weight of the child.
  • Page 70 Child restraint systems system manufacturer's installation WARNING instructions. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: WARNING open the doors, thus endangering other Child restraint systems or their securing people or road users. systems which have been damaged or get out and disrupt traffic.
  • Page 71 48 lbs vehicle is in motion. (22 kg) who are secured using the safety belt Mercedes-Benz recommends that you always integrated in the child restraint system. In the properly secure all infants and children with...
  • Page 72 Driving safety systems Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may Removing a child restraint system/ also be used and can be installed using the deactivating the special seat belt retractor: vehicle's seat belt system. Install the child Always comply with the manufacturer's seat according to the manufacturer's installation instructions.
  • Page 73: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems Driving safety systems are merely aids Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked designed to assist driving. You are immediately at a qualified specialist responsible for the distance to the vehicle in workshop. front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good time.
  • Page 74 Driving safety systems In an emergency braking situation, depress There is a risk of an accident. the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents Always pay careful attention to the traffic the wheels from locking. situation and be ready to brake. Terminate the intervention in a non-critical driving situation.
  • Page 75 Driving safety systems When driving at a speed under 20 mph ® If ESP detects that the vehicle is deviating (30 km/h): if you depress the brake pedal, from the direction desired by the driver, one BAS PLUS is activated. The increase in brake or more wheels are braked to stabilize the pressure will be carried out at the last vehicle.
  • Page 76 Driving safety systems ® ® may otherwise destroy the brake off, ESP remains deactivated when the system. engine is switched on again. When towing the vehicle with the rear axle ® Deactivating/activating ESP (except raised, observe the notes on AMG vehicles) ®...
  • Page 77 Driving safety systems ® You can select between the following states Deactivating/activating ESP ® of ESP ® is activated. SPORT handling mode is activated. ® is deactivated. WARNING When SPORT handling mode is activated, there is a greater risk of skidding and accidents.
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems ® When SPORT handling mode is activated: Deactivating/activating ESP ® only improves driving stability to a limited degree. the engine's torque is restricted only to a limited degree and the drive wheels can spin. The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting action, which provides better grip.
  • Page 79: General Information

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes ® SAFE Brake has detected a risk of collision, you will be warned visually and acoustically Observe the "Important safety notes" ® as well as by automatic braking. PRE-SAFE section for driving safety systems Brake cannot prevent a collision without your page 70).
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems Always pay careful attention to the traffic the vehicle speed is between situation and be ready to brake. approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) and In the event of snowfall or heavy rain, the 124 mph (200 km/h) recognition can be impaired.
  • Page 81: Theft Deterrent Locking System

    In the event that the engine cannot be started when the starter battery is fully Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. charged, the immobilizer may be faulty. The alarm is switched off. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • 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 ........97 Roof ............ 101...
  • Page 84: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information WARNING If you attach heavy or large objects to the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey, the SmartKey could be models and all standard and optional unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This equipment of your vehicle available at the could cause the engine to be switched off.
  • Page 85 SmartKey If you do not open the vehicle within corresponding door handle must not be approximately 40 seconds of unlocking: greater than 3 ft (1 m). A check which periodically establishes a radio the vehicle is locked again. connection between the vehicle and the the theft deterrent locking system is SmartKey determines whether a valid armed again.
  • Page 86 SmartKey To change the setting: press and hold There are several ways to turn off the alarm: down the % and & buttons To turn the alarm off with the simultaneously for approximately six SmartKey: press the % or & button seconds until the battery check lamp on the SmartKey.
  • Page 87 Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment.
  • Page 88 SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it. Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey. Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle.
  • Page 89 SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 85) and replace it if using the SmartKey.
  • Page 90 Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine can no The on-board voltage is too low. longer be started using Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior the SmartKey. lighting, and try to start the engine again. If this does not work: Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary page 564).
  • Page 91: Doors

    Doors WARNING If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could: open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users. get out and disrupt traffic. operate the vehicle's equipment. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: release the parking brake.
  • Page 92 Doors You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from You can also switch the automatic locking the inside if the vehicle has been locked with function on and off using the on-board the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. computer ( page 239). You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked.
  • Page 93: Trunk

    Trunk Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise Make sure that the doors and the trunk lid to position 1. are locked. The door is unlocked. Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey. Turn the mechanical key back and remove If you lock the vehicle as described above, Insert the mechanical key into the the fuel filler flap is not locked.
  • Page 94 Trunk folded soft top when loading it into the This means that the reversing feature cannot trunk. For this purpose, you can also open prevent someone being trapped in these the trunk partition. situations. There is a risk of injury. The trunk partition must be closed again Make sure that no body parts are in close after loading.
  • Page 95 Trunk Closing ! The trunk lid swings upwards when opened. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid. Opening dimensions of the trunk lid page 616). Opening You can automatically open the trunk lid using the handle in the trunk lid. If the trunk lid is unlocked, pull the trunk lid handle and let it go again immediately.
  • Page 96 Trunk HANDS-FREE ACCESS Important safety notes WARNING The vehicle's exhaust system may be very hot. You could burn yourself by touching the exhaust system if you use HANDS-FREE ACCESS. There is a risk of injury. Always ensure that you only make the kicking movement within the detection range of sensors.
  • Page 97 Trunk Operation If the trunk lid closing procedure has been stopped: move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will open. If the trunk lid opening procedure has been stopped: move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will close.
  • Page 98 Trunk Opening and closing Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid lock as far as it will go. Turn the mechanical key clockwise from position 1 to position 2. Remove the mechanical key. Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
  • Page 99: Side Windows

    Side windows Turn the mechanical key back to position Side windows 1 and remove it. Important safety notes Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey. WARNING While opening the side windows, body parts When you lock the vehicle ( page 91), could become trapped between the side the trunk is also locked.
  • Page 100 Side windows Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the WARNING ignition lock. The reversing feature does not react: To open: press the corresponding switch. to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small To close: pull the corresponding switch. fingers Automatic operation: press or pull the over the last 1/6 in(4 mm) of the closing...
  • Page 101 Side windows If someone is trapped: Release the & button immediately. Press and hold the % button until the side windows open again. You can use the SmartKey to open or close all side windows simultaneously. Close the roof ( page 102).
  • Page 102 Side windows With KEYLESS-GO you can close all side the side window has been reset correctly. windows simultaneously. The KEYLESS-GO If this is not the case, repeat the steps key must be outside the vehicle. All the doors above again. must be closed.
  • Page 103 Roof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
  • Page 104 Roof ! When opening and closing the roof, make Opening and closing sure that: there is sufficient clearance, as the roof swings upwards. there is sufficient clearance behind the vehicle, as the trunk lid swings backwards beyond the bumper. the trunk is only loaded to below the trunk partition.
  • Page 105: Roof

    Roof Opening and closing using the Locking the roof again SmartKey Important safety notes Important safety notes WARNING WARNING If you do not fully open/close the soft top, the When opening or closing the roof, body parts soft-top hydraulics depressurize after a short could be trapped by, for example, the roof time.
  • Page 106 Roof Removing and installing not place any objects on the cover behind the roll bars not allow the cargo to push the trunk partition upwards ! Make sure the trunk separator is completely closed. Otherwise, the roof can be blocked when it is opened or closed. The trunk partition can be used to cover luggage and loads in the trunk.
  • Page 107: Wind Screen

    Roof Turn driver's side catch lever A in the Wind screen direction of the arrow. Manual wind screen Repeat the same process on the catch lever on the passenger side. Important safety notes Trunk partition : is unlocked. WARNING Pull out trunk partition : in the direction If you use the wind screen in darkness or in of the arrow.
  • Page 108: Electrical Wind Screen

    Roof Installing/removing Hold wind screen = at an angle and insert pins ? into the rear brackets. Make sure that pins ? sit correctly in the brackets. Insert wind screen = into front brackets Check whether wind screen = is correctly seated in all four brackets.
  • Page 109 Roof roof must be fully open before the wind MAGIC SKY CONTROL screen can be extended. General notes Extending and retracting MAGIC SKY CONTROL is a glass roof, the Open the roof ( page 101). transparency of which can be changed by Open the cover in the lower center console.
  • Page 110 Roof Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. MAGIC SKY CONTROL switches to the status it was set to before the engine was switched off. To change the degree of transparency: press button :.
  • Page 111 Roof Problems with the roof Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The roof will not open or The trunk partition is not in place. close. Close the trunk partition ( page 104). The trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid ( page 92).
  • Page 113 Useful information ......112 Correct driver's seat position ..112 Seats ..........113 Steering wheel ........118 Mirrors ..........120 Memory function ......123...
  • Page 114: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position you have set the seat cushion angle so that Useful information your thighs are gently supported. you can depress the pedals properly. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional Check whether the head restraint is equipment of your vehicle available at the adjusted properly.
  • Page 115: Seats

    Seats Seats Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for Important safety notes every vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head WARNING at about eye level. Children could become trapped if they adjust the seats, particularly when unattended.
  • Page 116 Seats clean the seat covers as recommended; Adjusting the seats electrically see the "Interior care" section. do not transport heavy loads on the seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.
  • Page 117 Seats Before you drive off, the seat belt must be inserted into the seat belt guide. Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts page 62). To remove: open up magnetic head ; and fold the tab up in the direction of the arrow. Take the seat belt out of seat belt guide :.
  • Page 118 Seats Moving the seats forward/back Adjusting the multicontour seat You can set the multicontour seat using WARNING COMAND ( page 319). When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury. Adjusting the active multicontour Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one seat...
  • Page 119 Seats The system automatically switches down Switching the seat ventilation on/off from level 3 to level 2 after approximately Activating/deactivating eight minutes. The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes. The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.
  • Page 120 Steering wheel AIRSCARF Steering wheel Important safety notes Activating/deactivating WARNING WARNING You could lose control of your vehicle if you When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air do the following while driving: can flow from the vents in the head restraints. This could result in burns in the immediate adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, vicinity of the air vents.
  • Page 121: Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature If somebody becomes trapped: press one of the memory function position Important safety notes buttons, or WARNING press one of the memory function memory If you drive off while the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT buttons, or feature is making adjustments, you could lose move the switch for steering wheel control of the vehicle.
  • Page 122: Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors Position of the steering wheel for For this reason, always make sure of the driving actual distance from the road users traveling behind by glancing over your shoulder. The steering wheel is moved to the last selected position when: WARNING the driver's door is closed The exterior mirror on the front-passenger...
  • Page 123: Mirrors

    Mirrors The exterior mirrors are automatically heated Automatic anti-glare mirrors after starting the vehicle if the rear window The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror defroster is switched on and the outside on the driver's side automatically go into anti- temperature is low.
  • Page 124 Mirrors Engage reverse gear. Press memory button M ? and one of the The exterior mirror on the front-passenger arrows on adjustment button = within side moves to the preset parking position. three seconds. Use adjustment button = to adjust the The parking position is stored if the exterior mirror does not move.
  • Page 125: Memory Function

    Memory function Memory function Storing settings WARNING If you use the memory function on the driver's side while driving, you could lose control of the vehicle as a result of the adjustments being made. There is a risk of an accident. Only use the memory function on the driver's side when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 127 Useful information ......126 Exterior lighting ........ 126 Interior lighting ......... 132 Replacing bulbs ......... 133 Windshield wipers ......134...
  • Page 128: Useful Information

    ( page 33). Exterior lighting General notes For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal requirements and self-imposed Left-hand standing lamps obligations.
  • Page 129: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting Only for Canada: causes of poor visibility due to the weather The daytime running lamps improve the conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an visibility of your vehicle during the day. The accident. daytime running lamps function is required by In such situations, turn the light switch to law in Canada.
  • Page 130 Exterior lighting Left-hand standing lamps Left-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Right-hand standing lamps Parking lamps, license plate and Parking lamps, license plate and instrument cluster lighting instrument cluster lighting Automatic headlamp mode, Automatic headlamp mode, 4Ã 4Ã controlled by the light sensor controlled by the light sensor Low-beam/high-beam headlamps Low-beam/high-beam headlamps...
  • Page 131 Exterior lighting High-beam headlamps To switch on the standing lamps: the SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in position 0. Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the vehicle).
  • Page 132 Exterior lighting High-beam flasher The hazard warning lamps automatically switch on if: an air bag is deployed the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed of more than 45mph (70 km/h) and comes to a standstill. The hazard warning lamps switch off automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed of over 6mph (10km/h) again after a full brake application.
  • Page 133 Exterior lighting The cornering light function may remain lit for Adaptive Highbeam Assist cannot take into a short time, but is automatically switched off account road, weather or traffic conditions. after no more than three minutes. Adaptive Highbeam Assist is only an aid. You are responsible for adjusting the vehicle's lighting to the prevailing light, visibility and Active light function...
  • Page 134: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist the instrument cluster goes out. The _ on/off indicator lamp in the multifunction display remains lit. To deactivate: move the combination switch back to its normal position. The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
  • Page 135: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs The interior lighting automatically switches p Switches the right-hand reading on if you: lamp on/off Switches the automatic interior lighting unlock the vehicle control on open a door remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock The interior light is activated for a short while Interior lighting control when the SmartKey is removed from the General notes...
  • Page 136 Windshield wipers The front and rear lamps of your vehicle are equipped with either Xenon or LED bulbs. Do not replace the bulbs yourself. Contact a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of vehicle safety.
  • Page 137: Windshield Wipers

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. ! Always position the windshield wiper...
  • Page 138 Windshield wipers Installing the wiper blades Push the new wiper blade in the direction of arrow : onto the wiper arm until tab ; engages. Push the wiper blade out of the removal position in the direction of arrow = beyond the point of resistance.
  • Page 139 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 141 Useful information ......140 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 140 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 143 Setting the air vents ......151...
  • Page 142: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems It is possible that the dehumidification Useful information function of the climate control system may be activated automatically an hour after the This Operator's Manual describes all SmartKey has been removed. The vehicle models and all standard and optional is then ventilated for 30 minutes to dry the equipment of your vehicle available at the air-conditioning system.
  • Page 143 Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 2-zone automatic climate control Canada only To set the temperature, left ( page 146) To set climate control to automatic ( page 145) To defrost the windshield ( page 147) To switch the residual heat function on/off ( page 150) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 143)
  • Page 144 Overview of climate control systems USA only To set the temperature, left ( page 146) To set climate control to automatic ( page 145) To defrost the windshield ( page 147) To switch maximum cooling on/off ( page 148) To switch cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 143) To switch the rear window defroster on/off ( page 148)
  • Page 145 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Only use air-recirculation mode briefly, e.g. if there are unpleasant outside odors or Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the when in a tunnel. The windows could ignition lock ( page 155). otherwise fog up, since no fresh air is drawn To activating: press the Ã...
  • Page 146 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Example: ¿ button To activate: press the ¿ button. The indicator lamp in the ¿ button lights To deactivate: press the ¿ button. The indicator lamp in the ¿ button goes out. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" function has a delayed switch-off feature.
  • Page 147 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the "Cooling with air dehumidification" function Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The indicator lamp in Cooling with air dehumidification has been deactivated due to a the ¿ button malfunction. flashes three times or Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 148 Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution Activating/deactivating ñ button (example) Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 155). Press the à button. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 155).
  • Page 149: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Setting the airflow Defrosting the windshield Activating/deactivating Example: ¬ button You can use this function to defrost the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the windshield or to defrost the inside of the ignition lock ( page 155).
  • Page 150 Operating the climate control systems Turn the temperature controls to the left or Defrosting the windows to the right on the control panel for the Windows fogged up on the inside climate control or clockwise or counter- clockwise. Activate the ¿ cooling with air Turn temperature controls : or D dehumidification function.
  • Page 151 Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock ( page 155). Press the ¤ button. The indicator lamp in the ¤ button lights up or goes out.
  • Page 152 Operating the climate control systems Problems with the rear window defroster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The rear window The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical defroster has consumers are switched on. deactivated Switch off any consumers that are not required, e.g. reading prematurely or cannot lamps, interior lighting or the seat heating.
  • Page 153: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents The residual heat function is only available on WARNING vehicles for Canada. When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air It is possible to make use of the residual heat can flow from the vents in the head restraints. of the engine to continue heating the This could result in burns in the immediate stationary vehicle for up to 30 minutes after...
  • Page 154 Setting the air vents depends on the airflow and air distribution Setting the side air vents settings. To open/close: turn thumbwheel : clockwise or counterclockwise. Setting the blower output of the AIRSCARF vents WARNING Very hot or very cold air can flow from the air vents.
  • Page 155 Useful information ......154 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 154 Driving ..........154 Automatic transmission ....163 Refueling ..........172 Parking ..........175 Driving tips ........178 Driving systems ........ 184...
  • Page 156: Useful Information

    The more you look after the engine when it is recommends that you use an authorized new, the more satisfied you will be with its Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose. performance in the future. You should therefore drive at varying...
  • Page 157 Driving operation, avoid driving at full throttle when WARNING the engine is cold. Unsuitable footwear can hinder correct usage of the pedals, e.g.: shoes with thick soles Key positions shoes with high heels SmartKey slippers There is a risk of an accident. Wear suitable footwear to ensure correct usage of the pedals.
  • Page 158 Driving If you depress the brake pedal and press the Start/Stop button, the engine starts immediately. The Start/Stop button can be removed from the ignition lock. Then, you can insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. You do not have to remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock when you leave the vehicle.
  • Page 159 Driving Removing the Start/Stop button WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Inhaling these exhaust gases leads to poisoning. There is a risk of fatal injury. Therefore never leave the engine running in enclosed spaces without sufficient ventilation. WARNING Flammable materials introduced through environmental influence or by animals can...
  • Page 160 Driving lock and the SmartKey must be in the The vehicle locks centrally once you have vehicle. pulled away. The locking knobs in the doors drop down. Depress the brake pedal and keep it You can open the doors from the inside at depressed.
  • Page 161 Driving AMG vehicles: the ECO start/stop function ECO start/stop function is only available in drive program C. Introduction AMG vehicles: if automatic cylinder shut- The ECO start/stop function switches the off is active in drive program C, the number engine off automatically if the vehicle is of active cylinders 4 is also shown in the stopped under certain conditions.
  • Page 162 Driving the system detects moisture on the All vehicles (apart from AMG windshield when the air-conditioning vehicles): automatic engine switch-off can system is switched on. take place a maximum of four times consecutively (initial stop then repeated the charge level of the battery is too low. three times).
  • Page 163 Driving manually or as the result of a malfunction. The engine will then not be switched off automatically when the vehicle stops. ECO button in AMG vehicles Deactivating (AMG vehicles) Press button : in drive program C. Switch to drive program S, S+ or M page 167).
  • Page 164 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not The HOLD function is activated. start. Deactivate the HOLD function ( page 195). Try to start the engine again. The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start.
  • Page 165: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant The coolant level is too low. The coolant is too hot and the engine temperature display is is no longer being cooled sufficiently. showing more than Stop as soon as possible and allow the engine and the coolant 248 ‡...
  • Page 166 Automatic transmission When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Neutral brake pedal. Drive Push the selector lever forwards past the When you select a transmission position, the first point of resistance. selector lever subsequently returns to its original position. When reverse gear is engaged and the ECO start/stop function is switched on, the The current transmission position P, R, N or engine starts up automatically...
  • Page 167 Automatic transmission Using the SmartKey: Transmission position and drive program display Make sure that the ignition is switched on. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the Display in transmission positions P, R brake pedal and keep it depressed. and N Shift to neutral N.
  • Page 168: Transmission Positions

    Your style of driving influences how the checked immediately at a qualified automatic transmission shifts gear: specialist workshop, e.g. an little throttle: early upshifts authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. more throttle: late upshifts Reverse gear Only shift the transmission to R when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 169 Automatic transmission Double-clutch function E Economy: comfortable, economical driving When shifting down, the double-clutch S Sport: sporty driving style function is active regardless of the currently M Manual: manual gearshifting selected drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and Further information about permanent is conducive to a sporty driving style.
  • Page 170 RS driving mode RACE START: optimum acceleration dynamics from a standstill To call up: press AMG button :. (SL 63 AMG only) The stored drive program is selected. Turn drive program selector switch : until To display: briefly press AMG button :.
  • Page 171 Automatic transmission Activating Automatic drive program Shift the transmission to position D. Automatic drive programs E and S Pull the left or right steering wheel paddle Drive program E is characterized by the shifter ( page 168). following: Manual drive program M is temporarily activated.
  • Page 172: Shift Recommendation

    Automatic transmission The gearshift recommendations assist you in As well as this permanent drive program adopting an economical driving style. The M, you can also activate temporary drive recommended gear is shown in the program M( page 169). multifunction display. Switching on the manual drive program Shift to recommended gear ;...
  • Page 173 Automatic transmission Shift to recommended gear ; according If you brake the vehicle or stop without shifting down, the automatic transmission to gearshift recommendation : when will shift down to a gear that will allow the shown in the multifunction display of the vehicle to accelerate or pull away again.
  • Page 174 If D is selected, the transmission shifts into second gear; if R is selected, the transmission shifts into reverse gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, immediately. Refueling If you or others come into contact with fuel,...
  • Page 175: Refueling

    Refueling ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a The fuel filler flap is unlocked or locked automatically when you open or close the gasoline engine. Do not switch on the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS- ignition if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel.
  • Page 176 Refueling Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel could leak out. Closing the fuel filler flap Place fuel filler cap on the fuel filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages. Close the fuel filler flap.
  • Page 177 Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. vehicle. WARNING Risk of explosion or fire. Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove it immediately ( page 155).
  • Page 178 Parking ! Always secure the vehicle correctly The engine can be turned off while the against rolling away. Otherwise, the vehicle vehicle is in motion by pressing and holding or its drivetrain could be damaged. the Start/Stop button for about three seconds.
  • Page 179: Parking

    Parking Releasing automatically To engage: push handle :. When the electric parking brake is The electric parking brake is released engaged, the F (USA only) or ! automatically when all of the following (Canada only) red indicator lamp lights up conditions are fulfilled: in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 180: Driving Tips

    Driving tips when the traffic situation permits. If you are Parking the vehicle for a long period unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than before operating the telephone. four weeks, the battery may be damaged by Bear in mind that at a speed of only 30 mph exhaustive discharging.
  • Page 181 All work tire pressure on the engine must be carried out only by cold start qualified and authorized Mercedes-Benz technicians. choice of route The engine settings must not be changed electrical consumers switched on under any circumstances. Furthermore, all...
  • Page 182: Downhill Gradients

    This could cause damage to the treated roads drive train. This type of damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty. If you drive on salted roads, a layer of salt Change into a lower gear in good time on long residue may form on the brake discs and and steep downhill gradients.
  • Page 183 Have this work New and replaced brake pads and discs only carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz reach their optimum braking effect after Center. several hundred kilometers of driving.
  • Page 184 Driving tips Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which correspond to an equivalent quality standard. Brake pads/linings which have not been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or which are not of an equivalent quality could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only...
  • Page 185: Winter Driving

    Driving tips Hold test gauge A vertically on brake Winter driving disc : and slide measuring pin ; onto Important safety notes brake disc :. Check which color field ? the arrow on WARNING measuring pin ; is pointing to. If you shift down on a slippery road surface in Green: the brake pad/lining thickness is an attempt to increase the engine's braking...
  • Page 186 Driving systems Important safety notes If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be stopped when moving at low speed: If you fail to adapt your driving style, cruise Shift the transmission to position N. control can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics.
  • Page 187: Driving Systems

    Driving systems When you activate cruise control, the stored or brake unexpectedly. There is a risk of an speed is shown in the status indicator of the accident. multifunction display: Pay attention to the road and traffic USA only: e.g. CRUISE 55 Miles CRUISE 55 Miles conditions before calling up the stored speed.
  • Page 188 Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Cruise control lever To adjust the set speed in 1 mph Cruise control lever increments (1 km/h increments): briefly There are several ways to deactivate cruise press the cruise control lever up : to the control: pressure point for a higher speed or Briefly press the cruise control lever...
  • Page 189 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS brakes automatically so FCC. Do not tamper with, alter, or use in that the set speed is not exceeded. any non-approved way. On long and steep downhill gradients, Any unauthorized modification to this especially if the vehicle is laden, you must device could void the user's authority to select a lower gear in good time.
  • Page 190 Driving systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can There is a risk of an accident. be impaired if: Continue to drive carefully and be ready to brake, in particular when warned to do so by there is dirt on the sensors or anything else DISTRONIC PLUS.
  • Page 191 Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever toward To store the current speed or a lower you ;, up : or down =. speed DISTRONIC PLUS is selected. To deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS To adjust the set speed in 1 mph increments (1 km/h increments): briefly Activating DISTRONIC PLUS;...
  • Page 192 Driving systems Pulling away and driving Changing lanes If you wish to change to the passing lane (in countries where traffic drives on the right, the passing lane is the left-hand lane), DISTRONIC PLUS supports you if: you are driving faster than 40 mph (60 km/h) DISTRONIC PLUS is maintaining the distance to a vehicle in front...
  • Page 193 Driving systems Once your vehicle is stationary, it remains stationary and you do not need to depress the brake. After a time, the electric parking brake secures the vehicle and relieves the service brake. Depending on the specified minimum distance, your vehicle will come to a standstill at a sufficient distance behind the vehicle in front.
  • Page 194: Instrument Cluster

    Driving systems pressure point for a higher speed or To increase: turn control = toward ;. down ; for a lower speed. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater Every time the cruise control lever is distance between your vehicle and the pressed up or down, the last speed stored vehicle in front.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is Select the Assistance Graphic Assistance Graphic function deactivated using the on-board computer page 234). You will initially see the stored speed for about five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC PLUS. Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS WARNING DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated and releases the brakes if the vehicle is slowed down to a...
  • Page 196 Driving systems accelerate to overtake, DISTRONIC PLUS Cornering, going into and coming out of a adjusts the vehicle's speed to the last bend speed stored after you have finished overtaking. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactivated if: you engage the electric parking brake or if the vehicle is automatically secured with the electric parking brake you are driving slower than 15 mph...
  • Page 197 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the Crossing vehicles vehicle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Narrow vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may mistakenly detect vehicles that are crossing your lane. Activating DISTRONIC PLUS at traffic lights with crossing traffic, for example, could cause DISTRONIC PLUS has not yet detected the your vehicle to pull away unintentionally.
  • Page 198: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Make sure that the activation conditions the electrical system in the engine are met. compartment, the battery or the fuses have Depress the brake pedal. been tampered with. the battery is disconnected Quickly depress the brake pedal further until :HOLD HOLD...
  • Page 199 START is canceled. The multifunction RACE START is only available for the display shows the RACE START Not RACE START Not SL 63 AMG model. Possible See Operator's Manual Possible See Operator's Manual message. Conditions for activation Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 200 Driving systems Selecting comfort tuning again after the vehicle has been driven a certain distance. Adaptive Damping System General notes The adjustable damping system adapts to the current driving conditions. The adjustment depends on whether you have selected Sport or Comfort mode. Your selection remains stored even if you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 201 Driving systems Important safety notes Setting the normal level WARNING The vehicle is slightly lowered if you: have selected the SPORT suspension tuning at normal level and switch off the engine Persons in the vicinity of the wheel arch or the underbody may thus become trapped.
  • Page 202 Driving systems Selecting sports tuning Make sure that the engine is running or that it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function. If indicator lamp ; ; is not lit: press button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. You have selected the suspension for a comfortable driving style.
  • Page 203: Vehicle Level

    Driving systems underneath the vehicle. There is a risk of injury. Make sure no one is underneath the vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the wheel arches when the vehicle is being lowered. Setting raised level Example: displays in the COMAND display Selection of raised level ( page 198) Activity of ABC spring struts for roll and...
  • Page 204 Driving systems Setting the normal level Selecting sports tuning Make sure that the engine is running or that Make sure that the engine is running or that it has been switched off by the ECO start/ it has been switched off by the ECO start/ stop function.
  • Page 205 Driving systems Make sure that the engine is running or that PARKTRONIC it has been switched off by the ECO start/ Important safety notes stop function. If indicator lamp ; ; is lit: press PARKTRONIC is an electronic parking aid with button :.
  • Page 206 Driving systems Range of the sensors The sensors must be free from dirt, ice or slush. They can otherwise not function General notes correctly. Clean the sensors regularly, taking PARKTRONIC does not take objects into care not to scratch or damage them consideration that are: page 551).
  • Page 207 Driving systems Warning displays One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle. Front area: following the sixth segment, you will hear an intermittent warning tone. From the seventh segment, you will hear a continuous warning tone for approximately two seconds.
  • Page 208 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
  • Page 209 Driving systems ! If unavoidable, you should drive over procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods obstacles such as curbs slowly and not at vehicles. In some circumstances, Active a sharp angle. Otherwise, you may damage Parking Assist may therefore guide you into the wheels or tires.
  • Page 210 Driving systems in a space on the driver's side, the indicator far as possible. When doing so, also on the driver's side must remain on. The turn observe the PARKTRONIC messages. signal must remain switched on until you Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist continuous warning tone, if not before.
  • Page 211 Driving systems Parking tips: To exit a parking space using Active Parking Assist: press the a button on On narrow roads, drive as close to the the multifunction steering wheel. parking space as possible. Park Assist Active Accelerate Park Assist Active Accelerate Parking spaces that are littered, overgrown and Brake Observe Surroundings and Brake Observe Surroundings...
  • Page 212 Driving systems Stop the movement of the multifunction Rear view camera : is an optical parking and steering wheel or steer yourself. maneuvering aid. It shows the area behind Active Parking Assist will be canceled at your vehicle with guide lines in the COMAND once.
  • Page 213 Driving systems Activating/deactivating the rear view camera To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock. Make sure that the "Show rear view camera display" function is selected in COMAND page 322). Engage reverse gear. The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines.
  • Page 214 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approximately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 211).
  • Page 215 Driving systems parking space until red guide line : reaches parking space marking ;. Keep the steering wheel in that position and back up carefully. End of parking space White guide line without turning the steering wheel Red guide line at a distance of approximately 10 in (0.25 m) from the Backing up with the steering wheel turned rear of the vehicle...
  • Page 216: Multifunction Display

    Driving systems The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is ATTENTION ASSIST is reset when you restricted and warnings may be delayed or continue your journey and starts assessing not occur at all: your tiredness again if: if the road condition is poor, e.g. if the you switch off the engine.
  • Page 217 Driving systems Pedestrian and animal recognition In addition, thermal imaging camera : is integrated in the radiator grill. The camera General notes helps detect pedestrians and animals. Pedestrian or animal recognition may be Observe the notes on cleaning the thermal impaired or inoperative if: imaging camera and cleaning the windshield page 552).
  • Page 218 Driving systems Activating/deactivating Night View the body contours and posture of a person Assist Plus standing upright. Pedestrian recognition is then switched on Activation conditions automatically if: You can only activate Night View Assist Plus Night View Assist Plus is activated. if all of the following conditions are met: you are driving faster than approximately the ignition is switched on (...
  • Page 219: Spotlight Function

    Driving systems display as soon as pedestrians or animals are Activating the spotlight function detected. The pedestrian detection with spotlight function is running in the background. If the In COMAND, select automatic activation of prerequisites are met, the spotlight function Night View Assist Plus ( page 322) uses the headlamps to flash four short pulses...
  • Page 220 Driving systems Problems with Night View Assist Plus Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The picture quality of The windshield is fogged up on the inside. Night View Assist Plus Fold down camera cover ( page 552). has deteriorated. Defrost the windshield ( page 148).
  • Page 221 Driving systems Monitoring area As a result, Active Blind Spot Assist may neither give warnings nor intervene in such WARNING situations. There is a risk of an accident. Active Blind Spot Assist does not detect all Always observe the traffic conditions traffic situations and road users.
  • Page 222 Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: Visual and acoustic collision warning warnings may be issued in error when driving close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders. warnings may be interrupted when driving alongside particularly long vehicles, e.g. trucks, for a prolonged time.
  • Page 223 Driving systems a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is switched off. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected. Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist Make sure that the radar sensor system page 239) and Active Blind Spot Assist page 235) are activated in the on-board computer.
  • Page 224 Driving systems the road and warns you before you leave your The system may be impaired or may not lane unintentionally. If you do not react to the function if: warning, a lane-correcting application of the there is poor visibility, e.g. due to brakes can bring the vehicle back into the insufficient illumination of the road, or due original lane.
  • Page 225 Driving systems Lane-correcting brake application on one side. This is meant to assist you in bringing the vehicle back to the original lane. WARNING This function is available in the range between A lane-correcting brake application cannot 40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and always bring the vehicle back into the original 200 km/h).
  • Page 226 Driving systems A lane-correcting brake application is interrupted automatically if: a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® , PRE-SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist. lane markings can no longer be recognized. Switching on Active Lane Keeping Assist Switch on Active Lane Keeping Assist using the on-board computer;...
  • Page 227 Useful information ......226 Important safety notes ....226 Displays and operation ....226 Menus and submenus ...... 229 Display messages ......244 Warning and indicator lamps ..273...
  • Page 228: Useful Information

    Displays and operation multifunction display. You should therefore Useful information make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times. Otherwise, a vehicle that is not This Operator's Manual describes all operating safely may cause an accident. models and all standard and optional For an overview, see the instrument panel equipment of your vehicle available at the illustration (...
  • Page 229: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation If the coolant temperature is over Operating the on-board computer 248 ‡(120 †), do not continue driving. The Overview engine will otherwise be damaged. The coolant temperature gauge is in the instrument cluster on the right-hand side page 39).
  • Page 230 Displays and operation Left control panel Adjusts the volume Calls up the menu and menu bar Mute Press briefly: Back button Scrolls in lists Press briefly: Selects a submenu or function In the Audio Audio menu: selects a Back stored station, an audio track or Switches off the Voice Control a video scene System;...
  • Page 231 Menus and submenus Time ( page 312) Trip menu Outside temperature or speed Standard display page 237) Text field = shows the selected menu or submenu as well as display messages. To show the menu bar?: press the = or ; button on the steering wheel. Menu bar ? disappears after a few seconds.
  • Page 232 Menus and submenus Digital speedometer From Reset From Reset trip computer is automatically reset if the value exceeds 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles. ECO display Shift recommendation ( page 169) Digital speedometer Gearshift recommendation : is not given on AMG vehicles. Example: ECO display Press the = or ;...
  • Page 233 Menus and submenus reset the values in the trip computer "From Change of direction announced without a Start", the values in the "ECO display" are lane recommendation likewise reset. Navigation system menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi Navi menu, the multifunction display shows navigation instructions.
  • Page 234 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the Storing stations ( page 438). navigation system SIRIUS XM satellite radio functions like a O: you have reached the destination or an normal radio. intermediate destination. For more information on satellite radio operation ( page 440).
  • Page 235 Menus and submenus Video DVD operation ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to COMAND ( page 385). Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu. You will see one of the following display messages in the multifunction display: Phone READY Phone READY or the name of the network...
  • Page 236 Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select the Assistance menu desired name. Introduction To begin rapid scrolling: press and hold the 9 or : button for longer than one second. Rapid scrolling stops when you release the button or reach the end of the list.
  • Page 237 Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating Active Blind ® the æ symbol when PRE-SAFE Brake Spot Assist page 77) is deactivated. the pedestrian symbol of the spotlight Press the = or ; button on the function when the spotlight function of steering wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist Night View Assist Plus (...
  • Page 238 Menus and submenus In the Service Service menu, you have the following Press the : or 9 button to select options: No No Yes. Calling up display messages Press the a button to confirm the page 244) selection. If you have selected Yes, the multifunction Checking the tire pressure electronically display shows a confirmation message.
  • Page 239: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Selecting the permanent display function Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/ You can determine whether the multifunction display permanently shows your speed or the Press the = or ; button on the outside temperature. steering wheel to select the Sett Sett menu.
  • Page 240 Menus and submenus Press a to confirm. Deactivating delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting temporarily: Press the : or 9 button to adjust the brightness to any level from Level Level Before leaving the vehicle, turn the (bright). SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock. Press the a or % button to save the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the setting.
  • Page 241 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the Press a to confirm. steering wheel to select the Sett Sett menu. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the : or 9 button to select the Acoustic Lock Acoustic Lock function.
  • Page 242 Menus and submenus When you activate the Auto. Mirror Auto. Mirror If somebody becomes trapped: Folding Folding function, the exterior mirrors are press one of the memory function position folded in when the vehicle is locked. buttons, or If you unlock the vehicle and then open a move the switch for steering wheel door, the exterior mirrors fold out again.
  • Page 243 Menus and submenus ® SETUP shows the drive program, the ESP AMG menu in AMG vehicles (Electronic Stability Program) mode and the AMG displays SPORT handling mode. Press the = or ; button on the steering wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 244 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button to select Deleting all laps Interm. Time Interm. Time. Press a to confirm. The intermediate time is displayed for five seconds. Starting a new lap If you switch off the engine, the RACETIMER is reset to "0"...
  • Page 245 Menus and submenus Lap statistics Lap time Average lap speed Lap length Top speed during lap This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 246: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
  • Page 247 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability ® Program), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and Currently Currently hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. Unavailable See Unavailable See ®...
  • Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M 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 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® ® , BAS, PRE-SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction. Inoperative See Inoperative See ® BAS PLUS and PRE-SAFE Brake may also have failed. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual In addition, the ÷...
  • Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The red F (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes and a warning tone sounds. You are making an emergency stop using the electric parking brake ( page 176). The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. (USA The electric parking brake is malfunctioning.
  • Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA (USA only)/! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten only) (Canada seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released.
  • Page 252 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. (USA In addition, the $ (USA only)/J (Canada only) warning only) (Canada lamp lights up in the instrument cluster and a warning tone only) sounds.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake is deactivated or temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Functions Functions Currently Limited Currently Limited function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. See Operator's See Operator's the sensors in the radiator grill and the bumper are dirty.
  • Page 254: Airbag Malfunction

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There is a malfunction in the SRS (Supplemental Restraint System). The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument SRS Malfunction SRS Malfunction cluster. Service Required Service Required WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Front Passenger Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Disabled Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's See Operator's an adult Manual Manual a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may...
  • Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see ( page 55). The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Front Passenger Front Passenger enabled during the journey, even though: Airbag Enabled Airbag Enabled...
  • Page 257 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Operator's Manual Operator's Manual display messages must not be shown in the multifunction display. Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary system checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the multifunction display.
  • Page 258 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective. Check Left Mirror Check Left Mirror Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Turn Signal Turn Signal Check Check Right Right Mirror Mirror Turn Signal...
  • Page 259 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left-hand or right-hand daytime running lamp is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Check Left Left Daytime Daytime Running Light Running Light Check Right Check Right Daytime Running Daytime Running Light Light...
  • Page 260 Display messages Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. ! Avoid making long journeys with too little coolant in the engine Check Coolant Check Coolant cooling system. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Level See Level See Operator's Manual...
  • Page 261 ! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will otherwise be damaged. Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
  • Page 262 Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. The fuel level has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel at the nearest gas station. Fuel Level Low Fuel Level Low There is only a very small amount of fuel in the fuel tank.
  • Page 263 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The ABC function (Active Body Control) is restricted. Malfunction Malfunction WARNING The vehicle's suspension tuning characteristics may be affected. There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 264 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone Attention Assist: Attention Assist: also sounds. Take a Break! Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
  • Page 265 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Lane Active Lane Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated and temporarily Keeping Assist Keeping Assist inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Currently the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Unavailable See Unavailable See visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.
  • Page 266: Park Assist

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot Assist is defective. Assist Inoperative Assist Inoperative The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mirrors. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Park Assist Park Assist The driver's door is open and the driver's seat belt has not been...
  • Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. Possible causes are: Currently Currently function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Unavailable See Unavailable See the sensors in the radiator grill and the bumper are dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 268 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Cruise Control Cruise Control Cruise control is defective. Inoperative Inoperative A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled. Cruise Control Cruise Control - - - mph...
  • Page 269 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Please Correct Please Correct The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 583).
  • Page 270 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Warning Warning The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. Tire Malfunction Tire Malfunction WARNING If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.
  • Page 271: Auxiliary Battery

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Shift Shift to to 'P' 'P' or or 'N' You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D. to Start Engine to Start Engine Shift the transmission to position P or N.
  • Page 272 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The hood is open. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
  • Page 273 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The roof is not locked. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying Open/Close Vario- Open/Close Vario- attention to road and traffic conditions. Roof Completely Roof Completely Push or pull the roof switch until the roof is fully open or closed page 102).
  • Page 274 Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle Belong to Vehicle  The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. Remove the SmartKey.
  • Page 275: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Warning and indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present. Change the location of the SmartKey with the KEYLESS-GO Key Not Detected Key Not Detected functions in the vehicle. (white display If the KEYLESS-GO key is still not detected: message)
  • Page 276 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The red seat belt Fasten your seat belt ( page 64). warning lamp lights up The warning lamp goes out. after the engine starts, There are objects on the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 277 Warning and indicator lamps Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M 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 278 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ABS is temporarily unavailable. BAS, BAS PLUS, ESP , EBD ® (electronic brake force distribution), PRE-SAFE The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the ® PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function, hill start assist are therefore engine is running.
  • Page 279 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, ® ® ® BAS PLUS, ESP , PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD The yellow ABS warning function and hill start assist are also unavailable, for example. lamp is lit while the engine is running.
  • Page 280 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.
  • Page 281 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷å ® ® ® , BAS, BAS PLUS, PRE-SAFE , PRE-SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are not available due to a malfunction. ® The yellow ESP ATTENTION ASSIST is deactivated.
  • Page 282 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions F (USA only) Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display. ! (Canada only) The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or lights up and/or warning lamp for the electric parking brake lights up.
  • Page 283 Warning and indicator lamps Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
  • Page 284 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator warning lamp comes on may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be while the engine is malfunctioning.
  • Page 285 Warning and indicator lamps Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 545).
  • Page 286 Warning and indicator lamps Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the malfunction) is lit.
  • Page 287 Useful information ......286 Operating safety ....... 286 At a glance ......... 289 System settings ........ 310 Vehicle functions ......316 Navigation ......... 323 Telephone .......... 384 Online and Internet functions ..415 Audio ..........435 Video ..........477 Rear Seat Entertainment System ..486 SIRIUS Weather ........
  • Page 288: Useful Information

    Operating safety Useful information Only operate the equipment when the traffic situation permits. If you are not sure that this These operating instructions describe all is possible, park the vehicle paying attention the standard and optional equipment of to traffic conditions and operate the your COMAND system, as available at the equipment when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 289: Operating Safety

    Mercedes- to operate the equipment. Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this Canada only: The wireless devices of this purpose. In particular, work relevant to vehicle comply with Industry Canada safety or on safety-related systems must license-exempt RSS standard(s).
  • Page 290 Operating safety warranties Data stored in the vehicle quality assurance A wide range of electronic components in It is read by employees of the service network your vehicle contain data memories. (including manufacturers) using special These data memories temporarily or diagnostic devices.
  • Page 291: At A Glance

    COMAND control panel with a single DVD system may differ from that in the drive or DVD changer descriptions and illustrations. Should you COMAND controller ( page 296) have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 292 At a glance You can use COMAND to operate the following main functions: the navigation system the audio function the telephone function the video function the system settings the online and Internet functions the Digital Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehicle model) You can call up the main functions: using the corresponding function buttons using the main function bar in the COMAND...
  • Page 293 At a glance Display overview Example display for radio Status bar To call up the audio menu Main function bar Display/selection window Radio menu bar Status bar : shows the time, the active network provider and the signal strength. The main functions – navigation, audio, telephone and video – feature additional menus. This is indicated by triangle ;.
  • Page 294 At a glance Menu overview Navi Audio Telephone Video System Symbol ® ® Route settings FM/AM Telephone Video DVD Calls up the Calls up the radio (using system Digital HD Radio™) menu Operator's Manual (available depending on the vehicle model) Map settings Satellite Address...
  • Page 295 At a glance System menu overview System Time SplitView Consumpti Seat Display off Display settings Operates Calls up the Changes Switches Switches COMAND fuel the driver/ off the functions consumptio front- display automatic from the n display passenger time passenger seat settings side...
  • Page 296 At a glance If the 360° 360° Camera Camera menu item is displayed, Display Display Off can be called up under System. Switching the COMAND display on/off Press the W function button. Select System System in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 297 At a glance COMAND control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Load/eject button Switches wavebands 8 Single DVD drive Switches to satellite radio V DVD changer Switches to navigation Selects stations via the mode station search function Shows the menu system Rewinds Selects the previous track...
  • Page 298 At a glance Function Page Function Page Number pad SD memory card slot • Selects stations via the Calls up the system menu station presets Accepts a call • Stores stations manually Dials a number • Mobile phone authorization Redials •...
  • Page 299 At a glance The COMAND controller can be: Back button You can use the k button to exit a menu pressed briefly or pressed and held W or to call up the basic display of the current turned clockwise or counter-clockwise operating mode.
  • Page 300 At a glance Using COMAND Selecting a main function Selecting the menu of a main function Address entry menu Main function bar Situation: switching from navigation mode (address entry menu) to the system settings. To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø...
  • Page 301 At a glance Switching the sound on or off Select Audio Audio in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND Audio/video source sound controller and press W to confirm. Press the 8 button on the COMAND The Audio menu appears.
  • Page 302 At a glance You can also adjust the volume for the Press the $ button. following: The radio display appears. You will hear the last station played on the last waveband. navigation announcements phone calls Select Sound Sound by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press voice output of the Voice Control System W to confirm.
  • Page 303 At a glance With the balance function, you can control video DVD (PCM, dts and Dolby Digital whether the sound is louder on the driver's or audio formats) front-passenger side. The fader function is used to control whether Because some DVDs contain both stereo and the sound is louder in the front or the rear of multichannel audio formats, it may be the vehicle.
  • Page 304 At a glance ® ® harman/kardon Logic 7 Surround ® passengers when Logic7 is switched on, Sound system the balance should be set to the center of the vehicle interior. You will achieve the best sound results by playing high-quality audio and video DVDs. MP3 tracks should have a bit rate of at least 128 kbit/s.
  • Page 305 At a glance Bang & Olufsen sound system Current position of the sound setting For the optimum musical enjoyment, you can You can optimize the sound in the vehicle with focus the sound image precisely on one seat. the Bang & Olufsen sound system and the This means you are right at the center of the True True Image...
  • Page 306 At a glance Select and confirm W with the COMAND ® When playing using an iPod , the bit rate should also be at least 224 kbit/s. controller. The letter is added to in the data field. For optimum playback quality: Repeat the process until the name has Deactivate the “EQ”...
  • Page 307 At a glance Option 2: Select the p symbol and press W to confirm. Slide ZV the COMAND controller (upper/lower case) repeatedly until the character bar disappears. (digits) Select the data field by sliding ZVÆ and Other Other (special characters such as @, €, press W to confirm.
  • Page 308 At a glance Select the 2 symbol and press and hold List entry that most closely resembles the W the COMAND controller until the entire current entry by the user entry has been deleted. To switch to the selection list To delete an entry Press and hold the 2 button next to the Characters not currently available...
  • Page 309 At a glance Select , space, in order and confirm Press and hold the 2 button next to the each with W. COMAND controller until the entire entry has been deleted. Entering characters using the number keypad Select the 2 symbol in the character bar To enter the letter : press the p and press and hold W the COMAND...
  • Page 310 At a glance Option 2: city list as selection list Points to remember You can only adjust the volume for the headphones supplied, directly on the headphones. Only entertainment functions, i.e. audio, TV, video and Internet, for example, may be used with SPLITVIEW.
  • Page 311 The SPLITVIEW display remains on for Internet Favorites Internet Favorites approximately 30 minutes after the SmartKey has been turned to position 0 in the ignition Mercedes-Benz Apps Mercedes-Benz Apps lock. After this time or after the SmartKey has Internet Radio Internet Radio...
  • Page 312 Select Mercedes-Benz Apps Mercedes-Benz Apps with the function. remote control. You see the selection of Mercedes-Benz Apps. Select Google Local Search Google Local Search with the remote control. Using a menu you can select a category for the destination.
  • Page 313 System settings Select Display Display and press W to confirm. With this function, you can set the time for every display in the vehicle. Select Day Mode Mode, Night Mode Night Mode Automatic Automatic by turning cVd the COMAND Setting the time/date format controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 314 System settings Setting the time manually Select Time Time Zone Zone and press W to confirm. A list of countries or time zones appears. The # dot indicates the current setting. Select the country or time zone by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 315: System Settings

    System settings Press W. Select Settings Settings by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Select Settings Settings by turning cVd the confirm. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Activate Bluetooth Activate Bluetooth and press W to confirm. Select Voice Control Voice Control...
  • Page 316 System settings Detour Menu Detour Menu: you can call up the Detour Assigning a favorites button menu and then block a section of the route To assign a favorites button: press the and recalculate the route ( page 354). W button. Compass Screen Compass Screen: you can call up the...
  • Page 317 System settings Importing/exporting data Select Import/Export Data Import/Export Data and press W to confirm. Select Activate PIN Protection Activate PIN Protection press W to confirm. Activate O or deactivate ª PIN protection. When activating PIN protection, you will be prompted to enter a PIN. Enter a 4-digit PIN, select¬and press W to confirm.
  • Page 318 Vehicle functions recommended before selling or transferring ownership of your vehicle, for example. Data on the internal hard drive, e.g. music files in the MUSIC REGISTER, will be deleted. You can also delete music files from the MUSIC REGISTER using the "Delete all music files"...
  • Page 319: Vehicle Functions

    Vehicle functions The way that the climate control status Climate control status display display is called up depends on your vehicle's climate control system. Example settings for the defrost function (top) and for the climate mode in automatic mode To hide the display: turn or press the The climate status display in the COMAND display (example) COMAND controller.
  • Page 320 Vehicle functions To call up the full screen display: press Details on the displays: the W button. for all vehicles except AMG vehicles, see In the system menu, slide ZV the the separate vehicle Operator's Manual COMAND controller up until the Full Full for AMG vehicles, see the separate vehicle...
  • Page 321 Vehicle functions Selecting the seat Select the seat ( page 319). Select Seat Surface Seat Surface by turning cVd the COMAND Controller and press W to confirm. A scale appears. Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To exit the menu: press the k back button.
  • Page 322 Vehicle functions Adjusting the sides of the seat backrest This function allows you to adjust the air (backrest side bolsters) cushions in the seat side bolsters. The availability of this function depends on Select the seat ( page 319). the type of seat and the vehicle model series. Select Seat Sides Seat Sides...
  • Page 323 Vehicle functions The values stand for: Turn cVd or slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. - backrest and seat cushion are heated The massage function runs for equally to the maximum level approximately 15 to 25 minutes, - the heat output to the seat depending on the setting.
  • Page 324 Vehicle functions Resetting all adjustments previously selected display as soon as you shift out of reverse gear. For further information on the rear view camera, see separate vehicle Operator's Manual. Press the W function button. The system menu appears. Select Settings Settings by turning cVd the...
  • Page 325 Navigation is automatically displayed as soon as parking or stopping in a no parking/no pedestrians or animals are detected. stopping zone other road and traffic rules and regulations To switch off the display: select Back Back narrow bridges press W to confirm or press the k button.
  • Page 326 Navigation Entry restriction On vehicles for certain countries, there is a Select Navi Navi in the main function bar by restriction on entering data. sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The restriction is active from a vehicle speed The map is displayed with the menu shown.
  • Page 327 Navigation You can select the following route types: Basic settings Fast Route Fast Route: COMAND calculates a route Setting route type and route options with the shortest (minimized) journey time. Dynamic Route Dynamic Route: is the same route type as Fast Route Fast Route.
  • Page 328: Destination Input

    Navigation when two or more occupants are traveling in Select More than 2 More than 2 by turning the vehicle. However, there are lanes that can cVd and press W to confirm. only be used when three or four occupants A # dot indicates the current setting.
  • Page 329 Navigation Example: after you enter the state/province, You can only enter those cities, streets, Map, No., Center Center, Intersection Intersection, Save Save ZIP codes etc. that are stored on the digital map. This means that for some countries, Start Start menu items are not available.
  • Page 330 Navigation City list with character bar Street list with character bar Option 1: city list with the character bar Option 1: street list with character bar Enter NEW YORK YORK. Character entry, using city Enter BROADWAY BROADWAY. Character entry, using city input as an example ( page 306).
  • Page 331 Navigation Select an entry by turning cVd the COMAND controller. Irrespective of the option, press W to confirm your selection. The address entry menu appears again. The street has now been entered. Entering a house number Entering a house number will delete a previously entered intersection.
  • Page 332 Navigation Option 1: ZIP code list with character bar Enter a ZIP code. Character entry, using city input as an example ( page 306). City center list with character bar Option 1: center list with character bar Enter a center. Character entry, using city input as an example ( page 306).
  • Page 333 Navigation sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and Irrespective of the option, press W to press W to confirm. confirm your selection. The address entry menu appears again. The You will see the intersection list either with intersection selected has been entered. the character bar (option 1) or as a selection list (option 2).
  • Page 334 Navigation If the vehicle is not on a digitized road, the Option 2: proceed as described under following is displayed: "Option 1". A prompt appears asking whether the the linear distance to the destination current home address should be the direction to the destination overwritten.
  • Page 335 Navigation Option 1: destination memory list with Irrespective of the option, press W to character bar confirm your selection. The address entry menu appears again. "My Address" has been entered. To start route calculation: select Start Start and press W to confirm. Entering a destination from the list of last destinations To switch to navigation mode: press the...
  • Page 336 Navigation Entering a destination using the map To set the map scale: as soon as you turn cVd the COMAND controller, the scale bar Calling up the map appears. To switch to navigation mode: press the Turn cVd until the desired scale is set. Ø...
  • Page 337 If an Internet connection is established, you will see the message Do you want to Do you want to accept the navigation data sent accept the navigation data sent via Mercedes-Benz Apps? via Mercedes-Benz Apps? Street View Select Using Geo-Coordinates Using Geo-Coordinates press W to confirm.
  • Page 338 Navigation Entering waypoints Introduction You can map the route yourself by entering up to four waypoints. The sequence of the waypoints can be changed at any time. COMAND provides a selection of predefined destinations in eight categories for this purpose, e.g. FILLING STATION FILLING STATION COFFEE...
  • Page 339 Navigation To accept the waypoint: confirm OK OK Selection Action pressing W. Enter a From Personal From Personal Once you have accepted the waypoint, it is destination from POIs POIs entered in the waypoint menu. the personal POIs To display the details: select Details Details page 347).
  • Page 340 Navigation To change the sequence, at least one You can change the sequence of the waypoint and the destination must be waypoints and the destination. entered. To change the sequence: from the menu, select Move Move by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 341 Navigation If you select No, the search is canceled. Select From From POIs POIs and press W to confirm. A menu appears. Select a filling station and press W to confirm. Choose one of the options and press W to The address of the filling station is confirm.
  • Page 342 Navigation Defining the position for the point of interest search Selection Characteristic Instructions Near Near Entry is only possible Select Near Near Destination Destination from the POI Destination Destination when route guidance is menu and press W to confirm. active. Select a POI category ( page 341).
  • Page 343 Navigation Searching by point of interest category Point of interest search near the current position (example) POI category list The example shows a search after selection Call up the POI menu ( page 339). of the REST AREA REST AREA entry.
  • Page 344 Navigation The search results display the following The example has been selected in the information: & RESTAURANT & RESTAURANT POI category. Further information on searching via POI categories an arrow that shows the linear direction to page 341). the point of interest Select the POI in the POI list by turning the linear distance to the point of interest cVd the COMAND controller and press...
  • Page 345 Navigation the search ( page 340), the POI list with character bar appears. Depending on your selection, you can select all available points of interest on the digital map or the points of interest in the vicinity of the selected position. Proceed as described in "Searching for a phone book entry"...
  • Page 346 Navigation Settings You can select the icons that you want COMAND to display. Calling up the "Personal POIs" menu If no points of interest are available, you will see a message to this effect. You also see this message if you have selected the No No Symbols Symbols...
  • Page 347 Navigation Call up the "Personal POIs" menu Selection Explanation page 344). Standard entry for ªNot In the "Personal POIs" menu, select personal POIs Classified Classified Visual Warning For Personal POIs Visual Warning For Personal POIs and press W to confirm. Personal POIs ªCOMAND COMAND...
  • Page 348 Navigation Managing personal POIs Call up the "Personal POIs" menu page 344). Select Manage Personal POIs Manage Personal POIs in the menu and press W to confirm. Select Not Classified Classified, COMAND Online COMAND Online or your own category and press W to confirm.
  • Page 349 Navigation Selecting as the destination Option 2: Insert the SD memory card ( page 448). To switch on navigation mode: press the Ø function button. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Position Position in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 350 Navigation If route guidance has not been activated, route calculation for the personal point of interest will start immediately. Select No No and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, the personal POI is accepted as the destination. If you select No, the process will be canceled.
  • Page 351: Important Notes

    "Send" dialog downloaded in the same order as they are window. sent. Click "Send". If you own several Mercedes-Benz vehicles equipped with mbrace and a valid Calling up destination addresses subscriber account: each destination address can be downloaded by each vehicle.
  • Page 352 Navigation COMAND guides you to your destination by Current vehicle position (the tip of the means of navigation announcements in the triangle indicates the vehicle’s direction form of audible navigation announcements of travel) and route guidance displays. Current road The route guidance displays can be seen if the Display ? depends on the setting selected display is switched to navigation mode.
  • Page 353 Navigation The distance announced before the next Example of a display without changes of change of direction depends on the type of direction road and its permissible maximum speed. The display is now split into two sectors. In the left half, you see the normal map view. The right-hand half shows: an enlarged section of the area around the intersection (crossing zoom) or...
  • Page 354 Navigation On multi-lane roads, COMAND can display on whether day or night mode is switched lane recommendations for the next change of direction. The corresponding data must be HOV or carpool lanes available in the digital map. COMAND displays lane recommendation C, based on the next two changes of direction.
  • Page 355 Navigation If you have missed an announcement, you can During a phone call, navigation call up the current announcement at any announcements and traffic reports are time. audible in the background. Audio Fadeout Audio Fadeout To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller.
  • Page 356 Navigation Cancel route guidance Select Route Route in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND Canceling or continuing route guidance controller and press W to confirm. To switch to navigation mode: press the Select Detour Detour and press W to confirm. Ø...
  • Page 357: Alternative Route

    Navigation Select Alternative Route Alternative Route and press W Menu functions to confirm. To select the next or previous alternative route: select Next Next Previous Previous and press W to confirm. To start route guidance using the selected alternative route: select Start Start and press W to confirm.
  • Page 358 Navigation To close the destination information: Route display slide XVY the COMAND controller or press the k back button. You can display destination information for the destination, for both waypoints and for the intermediate stop, if they are part of the route.
  • Page 359 Navigation Calling up the Routes menu Example: route display stopped Road name and city display when route Insert the SD memory card ( page 448). display has been stopped To switch to navigation mode: press the Distance of the crosshair from current Ø...
  • Page 360 Navigation cVd the COMAND controller and press To begin route calculation: select Start Start in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. Displaying and editing the recorded route COMAND attempts to align the recorded route with the digital map.
  • Page 361 Navigation To delete a route: select Delete Delete in the Route guidance to a destination that is not on a digitized road menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether the route should be deleted.
  • Page 362: Traffic Reports

    Navigation COMAND is also able to guide you to a As soon as the system can assign the vehicle destination even from an off-road location. position to the map again, route guidance continues in the usual way. At the start of route guidance, you will see the Off Mapped Road Off Mapped Road message, an arrow and...
  • Page 363 Navigation To hide the menu: slide ZV the COMAND controller and, when the Full Screen Full Screen menu item is shown, press W to confirm. The map can be seen in the full-screen display. Turn cVd the COMAND controller until the desired map scale is set.
  • Page 364 Navigation Symbols used in real-time traffic reports Unimpeded traffic flow Green line with arrows The arrows can be seen on a map scale of 200 m (0.25 mi) and smaller. Heavy/slow-moving traffic Together with a yellow line The symbol marks average speeds of 25 – 45 mph(40 – 72 km/h). Caution, traffic incident Traffic jam Together with a red line and arrows...
  • Page 365 Navigation Select Traffic Traffic in the navigation system Displaying reports on the route menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Traffic Symbol Information Traffic Symbol Information turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Next Next...
  • Page 366 Navigation Displaying all traffic reports You can start the text reader function manually or set it to automatic. Starting the text reader function manually To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller.
  • Page 367 Navigation Recalculating the route dynamically To change the home address: select Change Change in the menu showing the home address by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Confirm New Entry New Entry by pressing W. In both cases, enter the home address as a destination, e.g.
  • Page 368 Navigation then save the home address without having to start route guidance. Select Home Home, Work Work Not Classified Classified press W to confirm. In both cases, you will see the address book either with the character bar or as a selection list.
  • Page 369 Navigation After destination entry Selecting storing options The destination has been entered and is Once you have chosen one of the following shown in the address entry menu options for storing a destination, you can page 327). specify storage options: Select Save Save...
  • Page 370 Navigation Select a category, e.g. Home Home, and press W asking whether you wish to overwrite the existing data. to confirm. The input menu appears with data fields Select No No and press W to confirm. and the character bar. If you select Yes, the entry is overwritten.
  • Page 371 Navigation Select Delete Delete and press W to confirm. Select Position Position in the navigation system menu bar by turning cVd the COMAND A prompt appears asking whether you wish to delete the destination. controller and press W to confirm. Select Save Save Vehicle...
  • Page 372 Navigation Moving the map Select Delete Delete and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether the entry Showing the crosshair should be deleted. Select No No and press W to confirm. If you select Yes, the entry is deleted. If you select No, the process will be canceled.
  • Page 373 Navigation Select Position Position in the navigation system Map orientation menu bar by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Vehicle Position Map Vehicle Position Map and press W to confirm or, if the crosshair is shown, press the % back button.
  • Page 374 Navigation Select Navi Navi in the main function bar by Symbol display determined by the factory sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND settings. controller and press W to confirm. Custom Symbols Custom Symbols You can determine the symbols yourself. Select Map Settings Map Settings...
  • Page 375 Navigation may not be displayed on the map, even if the symbol display is switched on. To exit the menu: press the k back button. Selecting map information Map information in the display Geo-coordinate display During route guidance, you can have map Current height above average sea level information shown at the bottom edge of the (rounded to the nearest 10 m)
  • Page 376 Navigation Select Navi Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Map Settings Map Settings and press W to confirm. The map settings menu appears. Select Compass On Map Compass On Map and press W to confirm.
  • Page 377 Navigation Example: city model Switching city view on/off When the city model is switched on, the map shows buildings in 3D. To show the menu: press W the COMAND controller. Select Navi Navi in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 378 Navigation Traffic information on the map Traffic Display on the map information Incidents Road sections with traffic incidents are illustrated with a yellow line and arrows. Speed & Road sections with traffic Flow jams are represented by yellow or red lines. Yellow lines: traffic jams, average speed 25 - 45 mph Delimits the section of the route affected...
  • Page 379 Navigation Defining an area for the first time To scroll the weather map: slide XVY, ZVÆ or aVb the COMAND controller. Calling up the area menu To switch to navigation mode: press the To set the map scale: as soon as you turn Ø...
  • Page 380 Navigation Select Avoid Area Avoid Area and press W to Destination memory ( page 332) confirm. List of categories for personal POIs If you have already selected one or more page 347) areas to avoid, a list of areas appears. Select the desired destination or personal POI and press W to confirm.
  • Page 381 Navigation Deleting a set area If registration is not included when purchasing the system, your credit card Call up the area list ( page 377). details will be required to activate your Select an entry in the list by turning cVd account.
  • Page 382 Information about new versions of the digital menu bar by sliding VÆ and turning cVd map can be obtained from an authorized the COMAND controller and press W to Mercedes-Benz Center. You can have the confirm. digital map updated there with a DVD, or you Select...
  • Page 383 Navigation automatically switch off. This protects the Take the DVD out of the slot. battery. If this occurs, restart the update Insert the requested DVD. with the engine running. Once the update has been successfully Insert the DVD: completed, you will see a message to this effect.
  • Page 384 Navigation Problems with the navigation system Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions COMAND is unable to Route guidance is canceled if you interrupt the journey for more continue route than two hours. guidance after the "Interrupting the journey" refers to stopping the vehicle. journey has been "Continuing route guidance"...
  • Page 385 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. Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You see a message The DVD containing the digital map cannot be used for the update.
  • Page 386 Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions COMAND asks for an The digital map is secured with an activation code. activation code during Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. the map update. electromagnetic fields. You can reduce this Telephone risk by using an exterior antenna.
  • Page 387 Telephone Call disconnection while the vehicle is The following requirements must be fulfilled in motion for a 911 emergency call: the mobile phone must be switched on. A call may be disconnected if: a network must be available. there is insufficient network coverage in a valid and operational SIM card must be certain areas.
  • Page 388 ® Bluetooth -capable mobile phones to COMAND on the Internet at http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for the USA) or Customer Relations at 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). Some displays (e.g. the signal strength) depend on the supported version of the Hands-Free Profile.
  • Page 389 Telephone Searching for a mobile phone Select Search for Phone from Search for Phone from Vehicle Vehicle and press the W button to confirm. A message appears. Select Start Search Start Search and press the W button to confirm. Searching for Bluetooth Searching for Bluetooth Phones...
  • Page 390 Telephone list. In this case, start a new search to Mercedes-Benz recommends de- ® authorization in COMAND and on the update the Bluetooth telephone list. mobile phone ( page 390). Subsequent Authorizing (registering) a mobile phone authorization may otherwise fail.
  • Page 391 Telephone connection to COMAND again once you have entered the passkey (see the mobile phone operating instructions). The mobile phone cannot otherwise be authorized. Press the % function button on COMAND. Select Connect Dev. Connect Dev. in the telephone basic menu by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 392 De-authorizing (de-registering) a mobile phone Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends de- controller and press W to confirm. authorization in COMAND and on the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization may...
  • Page 393 Signal strength of mobile phone network phone online at Ä http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call Receiver icon ¢ or ¡ the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance To display call lists center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) Character bar (USA) or Customer Relations at ®...
  • Page 394 Telephone Select Reception Volume Reception Volume If the phone number is not transferred or the "Hide data" function is activated, Unknown Unknown Transmission Volume Transmission Volume and press W to appears in the display. confirm. Select a volume setting by turning cVd the You can also accept a call as described COMAND controller.
  • Page 395: Call Lists

    Telephone To make a call: select ° in the character Option 2: bar and press W to confirm. Call up the telephone basic menu page 391). Press the 6 button on COMAND or on Select Call Lists Call Lists by sliding VÆ and the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 396 Telephone Switching the hands-free microphone on/ characters in the character bar, pressing W to confirm each of them. This function is also available during an active phone call. Press the corresponding key on the COMAND number keypad. Call up the telephone basic menu Every character selected will be page 391).
  • Page 397 Telephone The system behavior after accepting the Select symbol : by turning cVd the incoming call depends on your mobile phone. COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The mobile phone supports the call waiting ® function (via Bluetooth ) when: Press the 6 button on COMAND.
  • Page 398 Telephone To switch between the active call and the call on hold (call waiting): Select call on hold ; and press W to confirm. Press the 6 button on COMAND or on the multifunction steering wheel. The previous call on hold is activated. To end the active call: select ¢...
  • Page 399 Telephone COMAND with another mobile phone. The Symbol overview entries can be viewed without a mobile Explanation phone. For this reason, you should delete any phone book entries before handing over or selling the vehicle. Æ Address book entry that has been entered or changed via COMAND Calling up the phone book Imported contact that has been...
  • Page 400 Telephone Select the characters of the entry you are searching for one by one and press W to confirm. When the selection is clear, COMAND switches automatically to the selection list. To complete the search: slide VZ the COMAND controller repeatedly or press and hold W until the character bar disappears.
  • Page 401 Telephone Select an entry in the selection list by turning cVd the COMAND controller. Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Delete Delete and press W to confirm. A prompt appears asking whether the entry should be deleted.
  • Page 402 Telephone Select No No and press W to confirm. may not be listed on your mobile phone, depending on the model. If you select Yes, a selection list will appear containing the five existing numbers. If no mobile phone is connected, then the If you select No, the process will be Call Lists...
  • Page 403 Telephone Displaying details from a list entry Telephone Display (phone category book and address COMAND can also show a shortened list entry book) in full. Select a list entry by turning cVd the Not Classified Not Classified COMAND controller. Ï Mobile Mobile Select the list symbol to the right of the...
  • Page 404 Telephone i Save Select Call Lists Call Lists in the telephone basic Save is shown in grey if the selected list menu by turning cVd the COMAND entry has already been saved. controller and press W to confirm. Select Add Phone No. Add Phone No.
  • Page 405 Telephone Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Assign Speed Dial Preset Assign Speed Dial Preset press W to confirm. The speed dial list appears. The selected phone book entry is listed as the first entry.
  • Page 406 Telephone Select Speed Dial Preset List Speed Dial Preset List is no longer displayed once you delete at least turning cVd the COMAND controller and one text message. press W to confirm. COMAND may not load all of the most The speed dial list appears.
  • Page 407 Telephone To scroll through the display or select message by sliding VY the COMAND phone numbers in a text message: turn controller and press W to confirm. cVd the COMAND controller. Select Display Sender Display Sender and press W to The display scrolls up or down line by line, confirm.
  • Page 408 Telephone Using phone numbers in the text Adding the sender of a text message to an address book entry Press W the COMAND controller while the text message is being displayed. Select Save Number Save Number and press W to confirm.
  • Page 409 Telephone device, COMAND phone book, navigation Using the telephone basic menu: system). When the telephone basic menu is You can use these entries to make telephone displayed select Phone Phone by sliding VZ the calls and for navigation. COMAND Controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 410 Telephone Searching for an address book entry Input menu with data fields Selected data field with cursor Search menu with character bar Character bar ¥ Address book entry Enter characters ( page 304) L Complete address data from the navigation system Store the entry ( page 305) Character bar...
  • Page 411: Back Button

    Telephone Displaying the detailed view for an Showing the details of an address book address book entry entry Select the list symbol to the right of the Selecting an entry entry by sliding VY the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select Details Details...
  • Page 412 Telephone Storing the phone number as a speed Changing the category of a telephone dial number number data field Display details for an address book entry Display details for an address book entry page 409). page 409). Select the telephone number data field. Select the phone number data field by Select the list symbol to the right of the turning cVd the COMAND controller.
  • Page 413 Telephone Enter the destination address Deleting a voice tag page 326) Search for an address book entry with a Start route guidance. voice tag ( page 408). The navigable address is automatically Select the list symbol to the right of the added to the address book entry.
  • Page 414: Importing Contacts

    Telephone Search for an entry in the phone book on It is not necessary to authorize the device in the mobile phone d( page 397). COMAND to do so. Please bear the following in mind: Select the list symbol to the right of the entry by sliding VY the COMAND ®...
  • Page 415 Telephone Overwrite Overwrite imports the entries from the The number of vCards received is memory card or USB device and overwrites displayed. all entries in the address book with the To end reception: press W or the % ¯ symbol. The previous entries are then back button.
  • Page 416 Telephone Switching importing of contacts on/off for example, prevent a passenger from seeing the name of a caller. Activating the function has the following effects: The mobile phone's phone book and address book data are hidden. They can therefore not be used to make calls, send text messages or to navigate.
  • Page 417 "General notes" Conditions for access page 415). Option 1: select the ® icon in the main To use COMAND Mercedes-Benz Apps and function bar by turning cVd the COMAND Internet access, the following conditions controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 418 Google™ local search Calling up the local search menu Select the ® icon in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. A list with active Mercedes-Benz Apps appears. Bring the Mercedes-Benz Apps Mercedes-Benz Apps...
  • Page 419 Online and Internet functions Entering a search term Selecting the search position Input menu After a search term has been entered and confirmed, a menu appears. Confirm Search Search in the Google Local Search COMAND searches for available POIs for menu by pressing W.
  • Page 420 Online and Internet functions Using search results To import a destination: select Import Import with the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. You can choose whether you want to save the POI as a personal POI on the SD memory card or in the address book.
  • Page 421 Online and Internet functions Popular searches Search History This function allows you to search using This function offers you the previous search predefined search criteria. queries. Bring Popular Searches Popular Searches in the local Bring Search History Search History in the local search search menu to the front by turning cVd menu to the front by turning cVd the the COMAND controller and press W to...
  • Page 422 With Options Options, you set the options for the the Internet. destination/route download Select the destination. page 424). Select "Mercedes-Benz" as the company Confirm the Dest./Route Download Dest./Route Download entry. panel by pressing W. Confirm "Send" on the Google™ maps Available routes and destinations are website.
  • Page 423 Online and Internet functions Step 3: using destinations/routes Using as the destination Calling up the menu Select Navigate Navigate to to in the menu by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press Select an entry in the list by turning cVd W to confirm.
  • Page 424 Insert the SD memory card ( page 448). You can select options for the following To save as a personal POI: confirm As As Mercedes-Benz Apps on COMAND: Personal POI Personal POI by pressing W the Local search ( page 423) COMAND controller.
  • Page 425 COMAND COMAND controller and press W to controller and press W to confirm. confirm. The selected setting is accepted. The carousel view appears. Bring the Mercedes-Benz Apps Mercedes-Benz Apps panel to To exit the menu: select Back Back by turning...
  • Page 426 Resetting adjustments Select the entry after Import: Import: by turning With the reset function, all Mercedes-Benz cVd the COMAND controller and press Apps settings are reset to the factory W to confirm. settings. The # dot indicates the current setting.
  • Page 427: Internet Radio

    Online and Internet functions The following examples show how to call up Other services a Mercedes-Benz App, for example Facebook, Mercedes-Benz Mobile Website and generally how to call up Google™ services. To call up Facebook: Select the ® icon in the main function bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 428 Online and Internet functions The data transfer rate of a station is displayed Manually re-establishing a connection while receiving data. Select ; (play) again in the Internet radio menu and press W to confirm. Calling up the Internet radio Ending data transfer: Select É...
  • Page 429 Online and Internet functions Option 1: entering the web address highlighted. Enter the character using the character bar ( page 306). You can enter the web address using either the character bar or the number keypad page 306). Call up the carousel view ( page 426).
  • Page 430 Online and Internet functions Navigating the website Overview Action Result Turn cVd the Navigates from one item that can be controller. selected (e.g. link, text field or selection list) to the next and highlights Call up the carousel view ( page 426).
  • Page 431 Online and Internet functions Menu functions Turn cVd the COMAND controller. A button is highlighted in the example. Calling up the menu Example: entering text To call up the short menu: highlight the selectable item on the page by turning Select an input line by turning cVd the cVd the COMAND controller and press COMAND controller and press W to...
  • Page 432 Online and Internet functions To call up the entire menu: when the Call up the menu ( page 429). short menu is displayed, slide VÆ the Select View View by turning cVd or sliding COMAND controller downwards. ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 433 Online and Internet functions cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND Call up the menu ( page 429). controller and press W to confirm. Select Add To Favorites Add To Favorites by turning The carousel view appears. cVd or sliding ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 434 Online and Internet functions The settings are described in a separate section ( page 434). Favorites Introduction Favorites are frequently visited websites. You have the following options for creating a favorite: in the carousel view ( page 432) via the menu item Add To Add To Enter the web address (URL) and name...
  • Page 435 Online and Internet functions Enter the web address (URL) and name Enter the web address (URL) and name using either the character bar or the using either the character bar or the number keypad ( page 304). number keypad. Character entry page 304).
  • Page 436 Online and Internet functions Exiting Call up the menu ( page 429). Select Settings Settings by turning cVd or sliding Call up the Favorites menu ( page 432). ZVÆ the COMAND controller and press Select Exit Exit by turning cVd or sliding W to confirm.
  • Page 437 Audio COMAND controller and press W to Option Function confirm. Deletes all websites URL History URL History Select a setting using the COMAND visited (path). controller and press W to confirm. If this function is ODelete All Delete All If you change the settings, the websites activated O, all Data On Exit Data On Exit...
  • Page 438 Audio Switching to radio mode Switching modes using the function button Press the $ function button. The radio display appears. You will hear the last station played on the last waveband. Repeatedly pressing this function button switches through the wavebands in this order: FM, AM, WB.
  • Page 439 Audio You can switch off HD Radio™ in the radio submenu: Select Radio Radio in the radio display by sliding VÆ the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Select HD Radio HD Radio and press W to confirm. HD Radio™ on: O HD Radio™...
  • Page 440 Audio Storing a station Directly in the station presets: select Presets Presets by sliding VÆ and turning cVd Storing stations manually the COMAND controller and press W to There are ten presets available for the FM and confirm. AM wavebands. When the display/selection window is active, press W the COMAND controller.
  • Page 441 Audio will be lost. COMAND may not occupy all Selecting a channel from the channel list memory slots when storing. Option 1: press W the COMAND controller when the display/selection window is active. The station preset memory appears. Option 2: select Presets Presets by sliding VÆ...
  • Page 442 These reasons include Displaying program information environmental or topographical conditions as well as other issues beyond the control of Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. This means operation may not be possible in certain areas. These include: tunnels...
  • Page 443 Audio Registering SatRadio Switching on satellite radio mode Notes For example, to select a channel or scroll in the lists, you can also use the =; 9: buttons on the multifunction steering wheel, see the separate vehicle Operator's Manual. Important information on registering the satellite radio ( page 441).
  • Page 444 Audio To call up the category list: select Channel information (in detail) Category Category by turning cVd the COMAND Channel preset list controller and press W to confirm. Satellite radio menu The category list appears. Channel information A can be viewed in To select a category: select a category by detail ( page 444).
  • Page 445 Audio Select in the submenu bar by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Option 1 Select Channel List Channel List and press W to confirm. The channel list appears. Select a channel by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 446 Audio Storing channels Selecting a channel from the preset list Press W the COMAND controller when the To call up the preset list: select Presets Presets by turning cVd the COMAND display/selection window is active. controller and press W to confirm. The channel preset list appears.
  • Page 447: Updating Channels

    Audio Displaying service information CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode Important safety notes WARNING The CD/DVD drive is a class 1 laser product. If you open the CD/DVD drive housing, you could be exposed to invisible laser radiation. This laser radiation could damage your retina. There is a risk of injury.
  • Page 448 Audio Inserting a disc into the single DVD drive You then see the Please insert disc Please insert disc <x> <x> message. Press the 8 eject button. If there is a disc already inserted, it will be ejected. Take the disc out of the slot. Insert a disc into the slot.
  • Page 449 Audio To exit the menu: press the V eject/ load button again or press the k back button. Select Back Back by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. To fill empty magazine trays: press the V load/eject button.
  • Page 450 To eject all CDs/DVDs: press the V the memory card used. You can obtain load/eject button. further information at any authorized The magazine menu appears. Mercedes-Benz Center. Select Eject All Eject All by sliding ÆV and Insert an SD memory card...
  • Page 451 Select Audio Audio by sliding ZV and turning Mercedes-Benz Center. cVd the COMAND controller and press MP3 players must support Media Transfer W to confirm. Protocol (MTP). The MTP mode must be The audio menu appears.
  • Page 452 Audio Pause function Example display: audio DVD mode In CD/audio DVD and MP3 mode To pause playback: briefly press the 8 button. The , symbol appears at the top left in the status bar. To continue playback: briefly press the 8 button again.
  • Page 453 Audio To stop playback: while playback is To switch the display: select 1...6 1...6 interrupted, select É again and press changer changer by turning cVd the COMAND W to confirm. controller and press W to confirm. Depending on the previous setting, the magazine trays are shown or not shown.
  • Page 454 Audio numbers that correspond to a track MUSIC REGISTER, position 3 number on the CD/DVD can be entered. USB storage device, position 4 Enter the desired track number using the number keys. Media Interface, position 5 The track plays after the last possible ®...
  • Page 455 Audio available music data within the desired category. You will find further information on searching for music in the "Music search" section page 457). In audio CD/audio DVD mode/MP3 mode, select Search Search by sliding VÆ and turning There is a version of cVd the COMAND controller and press Gracenote®...
  • Page 456 VÆ and turning cVd recognition technology. Information about the COMAND controller and press W to new versions can be obtained from an confirm. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Select Gracenote Media Database Gracenote Media Database You can have your music recognition...
  • Page 457 Audio Each group can contain up to 99 tracks. see a corresponding display in the display/ selection window. If an audio DVD only contains one audio The following options are available to you: format, the Group Group menu item(s) cannot be selected.
  • Page 458 Audio Permissible file systems You should observe the following when assigning track names: ISO 9660/Joliet standard for CDs UDF for audio and video DVDs track names must have at least one character. FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS for SD memory card and USB storage media track names must have the extension "mp3"...
  • Page 459 Audio COMAND does not support WMA files of the therefore may not be able to be played by following types: COMAND. Playback problems may occur when playing DRM (Digital Rights Management) copied discs. There is a wide range of data encrypted files carriers, disc-writing software and writers variable bit rate...
  • Page 460 Audio The categories are displayed according to the To cancel the music search: confirm data available. The categories Current Current Cancel Cancel by pressing W. Tracklist Tracklist, Folder Folder, Playlists Playlists (if available) Selecting artists Photos Photos (if available) are already assigned.
  • Page 461 Audio Selecting a year of publication Select the desired cover by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to Select Year Year in the category list confirm. page 457) by turning cVd the COMAND The corresponding album is played. controller and press W to confirm.
  • Page 462 ! Retain the original music files in a secure location. An error in COMAND might result in the loss of the music files stored in the MUSIC REGISTER. Mercedes-Benz is not liable for any loss of data. You can store music files in a compressed Select an entry, e.g.
  • Page 463: Music Register

    Audio Select Music Register Music Register and press W to Track number and name confirm. Graphic time and track display Position of the medium in the media list Switching on with the number buttons and name of the medium, followed by the Press the r (for a DVD changer) or current playback option (no display for m (for a single DVD drive) number key.
  • Page 464: Music Register

    Audio If you do not select any tracks, every track on To cancel importing: during importing, the CD will be imported. confirm Cancel Cancel by pressing W the COMAND controller. Step 2: selecting the target folder The Audio CD basic display appears. Select Folder Folder...
  • Page 465 Audio Music search Changing the folder/track name Switch to the MUSIC REGISTER Introduction page 460). The music search finds tracks via all available Select Music Music Register Register by sliding VÆ and media. The search begins with the audio turning cVd the COMAND controller and source that is currently active.
  • Page 466 Bluetooth audio devices to option is selected, it remains selected after COMAND, visit COMAND is switched on or off. http://www.mbusa-mobile.com (USA). Or call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance center at ® Bluetooth audio mode 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (USA) or Customer Relations at ®...
  • Page 467 Select BT BT Audio Audio by sliding VÆ and turning page 465). cVd the COMAND controller and press Mercedes-Benz recommends authorizing a W to confirm. ® mobile phone in Bluetooth telephony Confirm Bluetooth Audio Device List Bluetooth Audio Device List page 388).
  • Page 468 Audio COMAND controller and press W to ® Switch on Bluetooth audio mode confirm. page 468). Select Authorize Authorize and press W to confirm. Select BT BT Audio Audio by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press ®...
  • Page 469 Audio Connecting last device Select Details Details and press W to confirm. The following information concerning the Confirm Connect Last Device Connect Last Device in the selected mobile phone is shown: basic display by pressing W the COMAND ® Bluetooth name controller.
  • Page 470 Audio ® Using the function button Switching to Bluetooth audio mode Press the h function button one or more ® The Bluetooth audio basic display times. By pressing the function button repeatedly, you can change the operating mode in the following order: CD/audio DVD/MP3 (disc) Memory card mode...
  • Page 471 Audio Restarting playback after stopping Select track This function is not supported by all ® Bluetooth audio devices. To skip forward or back to a track: press the E or F button on COMAND. Press the 9 or : button briefly on the multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 472 Or Select Standard Standard Boost Boost and press W to call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at confirm. 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (for Information about sound settings the USA) or Customer Relations at page 300) 1-800-387-0100 (for Canada). You will find further information in the "Audio AUX mode"...
  • Page 473 The separate USB connection ensures quick access and expanded media content options. Four-pin socket for ⅛ inch stereo jack, Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz e.g. for MP3 players (audio and video) Center if you have further questions. ® ®...
  • Page 474: Media Interface

    Audio By pressing the function button repeatedly, Type of data medium you can change the operating mode in the Playback options following order: Select the entry under position 0 (DVD CD/audio DVD/MP3 (disc) changer) or position 5 (single DVD drive) in Memory card mode the media list by turning cVd the COMAND MUSIC REGISTER...
  • Page 475 Audio Track Sequence Track Sequence, the track sequence is Playlists Playlists (e.g. All) random. Artists Artists Albums Albums Selecting using the number keypad Tracks Tracks To make an entry: press the l button. Podcasts Podcasts An input menu appears. The number of Genres Genres characters available for input depends on...
  • Page 476 Audio Calling up a category list Example: current track list Symbol for next folder up Device icon and device name Track symbol Current title Select Current Tracklist Current Tracklist by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The content of the current track list appears.
  • Page 477 Audio is not available for albums or playlists, for page 453). The availability depends on example. the use and the tracks already selected. Keyword Search Keyword Search Select a category, e.g. Artists Artists, by turning cVd the COMAND controller and press Selecting keyword search allows you to W to confirm.
  • Page 478 You will find further information online at You can speed up some functions and http://www.mbusa-mobile.com. Or call improve the search results by: the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at making sure the names of tracks, albums 1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) and artists, for example, are written the...
  • Page 479 Video Increasing the volume on COMAND Select Audio Audio in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. If AUX mode was the last mode selected, it will now be active. If another audio source is switched on, you can now switch to audio AUX mode in the audio menu.
  • Page 480 Video Select a setting by turning cVd the General information COMAND controller and press W to Automatic picture shutoff confirm. The video image is shown only when the transmission selector lever is in position P. Video DVD mode When the transmission lever is disengaged from position P, the following message Important safety notes appears in the display:...
  • Page 481 COMAND is set to region code 1 at the Memory card mode factory. This setting can be changed at an MUSIC REGISTER authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. This will allow you to play video DVDs with a USB storage device different region code, provided that they...
  • Page 482 Video Switching on with the video menu Select Video Video in the main function bar by sliding ZV and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. Video DVD mode is switched on. Showing/hiding the control menu To show: in DVD video mode, slide ZVÆ the COMAND controller.
  • Page 483 Video Selecting a film/title To stop playback: while playback is interrupted, select É again and press W to confirm. During playback, confirm É by pressing W twice in rapid succession. Ì is selected. To restart playback: confirm Ì by pressing W. Playback restarts from the beginning.
  • Page 484 Video Equipped with a DVD changer: press W Show the DVD menu ( page 482). the COMAND controller to display all Select a menu item by sliding ZVÆ the magazine trays. COMAND controller and press W to Select a video DVD by turning cVd the confirm.
  • Page 485: Interactive Content

    Video Select the Back (to the movie) Back (to the movie) menu Select Subtitles Subtitles Camera Angle Camera Angle item in the menu and press W to confirm. press W to confirm. In both cases, a menu appears. The # dot in front of an entry indicates the current Setting the language and audio format setting.
  • Page 486 Video Switching to AUX video mode louder in the vehicle, or the usual maximum volume cannot be achieved. On some devices, it is possible to adjust the volume separately. In this case, start at a medium volume and increase it gradually. This enables you to determine whether the system is able to play the sound at high volume without distorting it.
  • Page 487: Displaying Pictures

    Video Changing the picture view in the Audio menu ( page 436) in the media list ( page 451) Select Search Search in the basic display by sliding VÆ and turning cVd the COMAND controller and press W to confirm. The category list appears ( page 457).
  • Page 488 Rear Seat Entertainment System Always stow these items or similar objects carefully so that they cannot be flung around, for example in a lockable vehicle stowage compartment. Components The Rear Seat Entertainment System includes: two screens for the rear behind the front- seat head restraints two remote controls Rear Seat Entertainment System...
  • Page 489 Rear Seat Entertainment System Rear-compartment screens AUX jacks, detailed view in the "CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks" section ( page 488). Display Remote control To select a track; direct entry To exit a menu (back) Overview Two remote controls are included in the scope of supply for the USA and Canada.
  • Page 490 Rear Seat Entertainment System CD/DVD drive and AUX jacks You can switch the screens back on. However, this will discharge the starter battery. Point the remote control at the rear- compartment screen which has been selected for remote operation. Press button : on the remote control page 487).
  • Page 491 Rear Seat Entertainment System Cordless headphones Overview Volume control Selects a screen for the headphones Battery compartment cover Switches the cordless headphones on/off Indicator lamp with various displays ( page 490) Open both sides of the headphones and adjust the fit of the headphones by pulling the headphone band in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 492 Rear Seat Entertainment System Adjusting the volume of the headphones Indicator lamp displays The color of the indicator lamp shows whether the headphones are switched on or off and indicates the charge level of the batteries inserted. Status display Green The batteries are fine.
  • Page 493 Rear Seat Entertainment System Batteries are required for the remote control battery compartment and allow catch and for the two sets of cordless headphones. tab ; to engage in place. The batteries can be replaced ( page 490). On the cordless headphones On the remote control Battery compartment cover The cordless headphones contain two type...
  • Page 494: Multiple Users

    Rear Seat Entertainment System Switch on an operating mode (e.g. audio Basic functions CD mode) ( page 494). Using headphones Select Treble Treble Bass Bass using the :=; buttons on the remote You can use the cordless headphones control and press the 9 button to confirm. supplied and/or up to two sets of corded headphones connected to the corresponding An adjustment scale appears.
  • Page 495 Rear Seat Entertainment System Switching between operating modes Select DVD-Video DVD-Video using the :=; buttons and press the When you exit an operating mode (e.g. audio 9 button to confirm. CD mode), the current setting is saved. If you call up this operating mode again later, there Select Brightness Brightness,...
  • Page 496 Rear Seat Entertainment System Showing/hiding the picture Select Settings Settings using the : button and press 9 to confirm. To hide the picture: select Display Off Display Off Select Language Language using the 9: in the system menu using the :; buttons and press the 9 button to confirm.
  • Page 497 Rear Seat Entertainment System Inserting a CD/DVD The CD/DVD drive plays the disc: if it has been inserted correctly and is a permissible disc, and after you have switched to disc mode (audio CD/audio DVD/MP3 mode) page 495) Data on an MP3 CD first needs to be loaded by the drive.
  • Page 498 Rear Seat Entertainment System control and confirm by pressing the 9 button. The corresponding mode is switched on. The Rear Seat Entertainment System plays the disc. Example: MP3 mode Data medium type þ Track number Track name Track time Example: audio DVD mode Graphic time and track display Data medium type ü...
  • Page 499 Rear Seat Entertainment System If the Random Tracks Random Tracks Random Folder Random Folder Wait for approximately three seconds after playback option has been selected, the making the entry. track order is random. You will hear the track which has been entered.
  • Page 500 Rear Seat Entertainment System buttons on the remote control and press To interrupt playback: select É using the 9 button to confirm. the :=; buttons on the remote The display shows the next folder up. control and press the 9 button to confirm. The Ë...
  • Page 501 Rear Seat Entertainment System Select DVD-A DVD-A using This laser radiation could damage your retina. the :=; buttons on the remote There is a risk of injury. control and press the 9 button to confirm. Never open the housing. Always have The options list appears.
  • Page 502 Rear Seat Entertainment System the DVD menu appears, you must start the Stop function film manually. To set the treble Select the corresponding menu item in the To set the bass DVD menu. To show: press the 9 button on the remote control.
  • Page 503 Rear Seat Entertainment System To interrupt playback: select É and Select DVD Functions DVD Functions and press the 9 press the 9 button to confirm. button to confirm. The Ë display changes to Ì. The Select Scene Selection Scene Selection and press the video image is hidden.
  • Page 504 Rear Seat Entertainment System DVD menu Menu items which cannot be selected are shown in gray. Calling up the DVD menu Depending on the DVD, the menu items: The DVD menu is the menu stored on the DVD Back Back (to (to the the movie) movie),...
  • Page 505 Rear Seat Entertainment System Setting the audio format To exit the menu: press the = or ; button. This function is not available on all DVDs. If it is available, you can set the audio language Interactive content or the audio format. The number of settings is determined by the DVD content.
  • Page 506 Rear Seat Entertainment System Selecting an active COMAND source on the rear-compartment screen Loading the active COMAND source Select Active Aud./Vid. Source For Active Aud./Vid. Source For Rear Rear and press W to confirm. Select COMAND COMAND using the 9=; buttons on the remote control and press 9 to confirm.
  • Page 507 Rear Seat Entertainment System To select by skipping to a track: press MP3 mode the = or ; button. Press the E or F button. The skip forward function skips to the next track. If the elapsed track time has exceeded 8 seconds, the function skips back to the beginning of the track.
  • Page 508 For further details about external video from the AUX source connected, you will sources, please consult an authorized see an audio menu. Mercedes-Benz Center. Displaying AUX Connecting AUX equipment Select the screen by turning the scroll wheel on the remote control (...
  • Page 509 SIRIUS Weather until "L REAR " (left screen) or "REAR R" SIRIUS Weather (right screen) is highlighted in the window. Your COMAND equipment Select in the menu using the 9=; buttons on the remote These operating instructions describe all the standard and optional equipment for your control and press the 9 button to confirm.
  • Page 510 SIRIUS Weather COMAND controller and pressing W to The rain radar cannot be displayed for Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. confirm. The SIRIUS Weather basic display appears. Hurricane: term used to describe the Confirm SIRIUS Weather SIRIUS Weather by pressing W. tropical cyclones that primarily develop in The information chart shows the daily the Atlantic, North Pacific and South Pacific...
  • Page 511 SIRIUS Weather Selecting the location in the Displaying detailed information information chart Besides the current temperatures, you can "Selecting the area for the weather forecast" menu display information such as wind speeds and Select Position Position in the information chart UV index.
  • Page 512 SIRIUS Weather Selecting a state (searching for winter sport areas) Selecting a state (searching for an area) To search for an area: select a state, e.g. To select winter sport areas: select In In Florida Florida and press W to confirm. Winter Sports Areas Winter Sports Areas in the menu, and...
  • Page 513: Memory Functions

    SIRIUS Weather the daily forecast is shown, briefly press a Memory functions number key, such as l. Storing the area in the weather memory The weather data for the selected area is displayed. For areas that are frequently called up, 10 presets (0 –...
  • Page 514 SIRIUS Weather Changing the scale station and displays it automatically as a daily forecast. Switching layers on the map on/off As soon as you turn cVd the COMAND controller, you see the scale bar. Turn cVd until the desired scale is set. You can switch on different layers, for example to display the rain radar, weather Showing/hiding the menu in the...
  • Page 515 SIRIUS Weather Explanation of the layers on the weather map Layer Map display Selectable scales Radar Map Radar Map Shows the rain radar as a colored area on the map. For an explanation of the colors, see the legend page 516). Storm Storm Shows the characteristics of a storm...
  • Page 516 SIRIUS Weather Conditions: the Storm Characteristics Storm Characteristics Conditions: the Atmospheric Pressure Atmospheric Pressure layer is active ( page 512) and weather data layer is switched on ( page 512) and weather is available. data is available. In the example, the weather map shows a The example shows the position of high and hailstorm and tornadic storms with the path low-pressure areas (H, L), weather fronts and...
  • Page 517 SIRIUS Weather Weather Explanation front Stationary The weather front moves front minimally. The weather remains changeable in this area. Occlusion This occurs when a faster cold front reaches an advancing warm front and combines with it. The weather remains Information on a cyclone changeable and rainy within You can select individual points (:, ;...
  • Page 518 SIRIUS Weather Legend (precipitation radar and storms) Region of origin Category Atlantic, North and Hurricane Hurricane South Pacific Category 1 Category 1 Oceans Hurricane Hurricane Category 5 Category 5 Northwestern Tropical Low Tropical Low Pacific Ocean Pressure System Pressure System Northwestern Tropical Cyclone Tropical Cyclone...
  • Page 519 SIRIUS Weather The time stamp shows when the weather data was created by the weather station. A time stamp corresponds to the time at the vehicle's current position. The changeover from summer time to standard time is performed automatically. Display the menu on the weather map page 512).
  • Page 521 Useful information ......520 Stowage areas ........520 Features ..........524...
  • Page 522 Stowage areas Glove box 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 523 Stowage areas Stowage compartment/telephone Stowage compartment in the center compartment under the armrest console To open: press button ;. To open: press the trim element on cover :. Armrest : opens. To remove the rubber mat: grasp the tabs In the stowage compartment, there is a on the rubber mat and pull up to remove.
  • Page 524 Stowage areas To remove: grab strap ; and pull umbrella Open the seat belt guide and remove the seat belt ( page 115). holder : out of the stowage compartment in the direction of the arrow. Move the left-hand front seat forwards page 116) and fold the backrest To insert: push umbrella holder : in the forwards.
  • Page 525 Stowage areas ! Only close the trunk once the roof is lowered completely. Otherwise, you could damage the roof. If you close the trunk lid before the roof is lowered completely, the loading aid switch lights up and a warning tone sounds. To make it easier to load your luggage, you can raise the stowed roof after you have opened the trunk lid.
  • Page 526 Features Problems with the loading aid Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions It is no longer possible You cannot close the trunk any more. to lower the stowed Call a qualified specialist workshop. roof in the trunk using the loading aid. Cup holder in the center console Stowage well under the trunk floor To open: open stowage compartment...
  • Page 527 Features Bottle holder Observe the "Important safety notes" in the "Stowage compartments" section page 520). Mirror light Bracket Retaining strip, e.g. for a parking lot ticket Vanity mirror Mirror cover To open: open the stowage compartment page 522). Vanity mirror in the sun visor To remove the insert: slide catches : inwards in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 528: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Ashtray Your attention must always be focused on the traffic conditions. Only use the cigarette To open: open stowage compartment : lighter when road and traffic conditions page 521). permit. To remove the insert: pull insert ; up in Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the the direction of the arrow, out of the cup ignition lock (...
  • Page 529 If you have questions about the activation, contact one of the following telephone hotlines: Lift up the cover of socket :. USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at Socket under the armrest 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007...
  • Page 530 Features The mbrace system Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact To adjust the volume during a call, proceed the following service hotlines: as follows: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Press the W or X button on the Center at multifunction steering wheel.
  • Page 531: Call Failed

    If no voice connection can be established to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center, the system has been unable to initiate an emergency call. This can occur, for example, if the relevant...
  • Page 532 Press Roadside Assistance button :. no voice connection to the Mercedes- Benz Customer Assistance Center was This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz established. Customer Assistance Center. This can occur if the relevant mobile phone The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance network is not available, for example.
  • Page 533: Call Priority

    The mobile phone is no longer vehicle, about the nearest authorized connected to COMAND. However, if you Mercedes-Benz Center and about other want to use your mobile phone, do so only products and services from Mercedes-Benz. when the vehicle is stationary and in a safe USA only: you can find further information on location.
  • Page 534 If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz Specifying and sending the destination vehicles with mbrace and activated mbrace address accounts: Go to the website http:// If multiple vehicles are registered under the www.maps.google.com and enter a...
  • Page 535 You will be asked for your password. section Return to your vehicle at the time agreed ® the telephone application (e.g. iPhone upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Blackberry) Assistance Center. To do this, you will need your identification number and password.
  • Page 536 You are then, for Depending on what the customer service example, guided to the nearest authorized representative agreed with you, the voice Mercedes-Benz Center or a recovery vehicle connection is re-established after the transfer is called. is complete. If necessary, you will be...
  • Page 537 Features Downloading routes The data you receive contains the following information: Downloading routes allows you to transfer the location where the speed limit was and save predefined routes in the navigation exceeded system. To do this, an SD memory card must be inserted into the COMAND system.
  • Page 538 Features Alternatively, you can call the following Garage door opener telephone assistance services: Important safety notes USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at WARNING 1-800-FOR-MERCedes When you operate or program the garage door Canada: Customer Service at with the integrated garage door opener,...
  • Page 539 Features Press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on Synchronizing the rolling code the integrated garage door opener. Observe the "Important safety notes" After a short time, indicator lamp : lights page 536). up yellow. Your vehicle must be within reach of the garage door or exterior gate drive.
  • Page 540 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 541 Features Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Floormats WARNING Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized.
  • Page 543 Useful information ......542 Engine compartment ......542 ASSYST PLUS ........546 Care ............ 547...
  • Page 544: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional the radiator fan, may continue to run or start equipment of your vehicle available at the again suddenly when the ignition is off.
  • Page 545: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Engine oil Notes on the oil level Depending on the driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8l) of oil over a distance of 600 miles (1000km). The oil consumption may be higher than this when the vehicle is new or if you frequently drive at high engine speeds.
  • Page 546 Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Example Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service Pull oil dipstick : out of the dipstick guide center. tube. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is Wipe off oil dipstick :.
  • Page 547: Windshield Washer System

    If necessary, add coolant that has been coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury. tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Let the engine cool down before opening the Replace cap ; and turn it clockwise as far cap.
  • Page 548: Assyst Plus

    The ASSYST PLUS service interval display informs you of the next service due date. steering wheel. Information on the type of service and service intervals (see the separate Maintenance Booklet). You can obtain further information from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at http://www.mbusa.com (USA only).
  • Page 549: Care

    Further information The service due date appears in the can be obtained at a qualified specialist multifunction display. workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Information about Service Driving abroad An extensive Mercedes-Benz Service network Resetting the ASSYST PLUS service is also available in other countries.
  • Page 550 Care ! Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: if a should drive for a few minutes after cleaning. Braking heats the brake discs and SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is within the the brake pads/linings, thus drying them. detection range of the KEYLESS-GO The vehicle can then be parked. antenna, the following situations could lead to the unintentional opening of the trunk Regular care of your vehicle is a condition for...
  • Page 551 Use a soft sponge to clean. trim Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car ventilation slots shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Damaged seals or electrical components Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a can lead to leaks or failures.
  • Page 552 Mercedes-Benz care products. If dirt has penetrated the paint surface or if the paint has become dull, the paint cleaner...
  • Page 553 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild windshield and the rear window at regular cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car intervals. Deposits such as leaves, petals shampoo or cleaning cloths. and pollen may under certain circumstances prevent water from draining away.
  • Page 554 Care Cleaning the rear view camera when cleaning. This could lead to irreparable damage to the display. ! Do not clean the camera lens and the area Before cleaning the display, make sure that around the rear view camera with a power it is switched off and has cooled down.
  • Page 555 There is a risk of injury. are chrome-plated or not, consult an Do not use any care products and cleaning authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. agents to clean the cockpit. Wipe the wooden trim and trim pieces with a damp, lint-free cloth, e.g. a microfiber ! Do not affix the following to plastic cloth.
  • Page 556 These are characteristics of leather and not Carpets: use the carpet and textile material defects. cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Seat covers of other materials ! Observe the following when cleaning: Clean artificial leather covers with a cloth moistened with a solution containing 1% detergent (e.g.
  • Page 557 Useful information ......556 Where will I find...? ......556 Flat tire ..........557 Battery (vehicle) ........ 561 Jump-starting ........565 Towing and tow-starting ....567 Fuses ..........570...
  • Page 558: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Useful information Vehicle tool kit General notes This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional The vehicle tool kit consists of a towing eye equipment of your vehicle available at the and test gauge for measuring the brake pad time of publication of the Operator's thickness ( page 182).
  • Page 559: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Tire-change tool kit Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 175). If possible, bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead position. Switch off the engine. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the driver's door.
  • Page 560 Flat tire warning system or with an active tire pressure feature run-flat properties, e.g. winter tires. monitor. A TIREFIT kit is available, for example, from a qualified specialist workshop. If the pressure loss warning message appears in the multifunction display: Important safety notes Observe the instructions in the display messages (...
  • Page 561 Flat tire Using the TIREFIT kit WARNING In the following situations, the tire sealant is unable to provide sufficient breakdown assistance, as it is unable to seal the tire properly: there are cuts or punctures in the tire larger than those mentioned above. the wheel rim is damaged.
  • Page 562 Flat tire If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant, have them cleaned with perchloroethylene at a dry cleaner as soon as possible. Tire pressure not reached If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor.
  • Page 563: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Environmental note Have the used tire sealant bottle disposed of professionally, e.g. at a qualified specialist workshop. If a tire pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has been achieved after a maximum period of ten minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tire.
  • Page 564 Battery (vehicle) if you push or pull the battery across the WARNING carpet or other synthetic materials Work carried out incorrectly on the battery if you wipe the battery with a cloth can lead, for example, to a short circuit and thus damage the vehicle electronics.
  • Page 565 Battery (vehicle) Risk of explosion. batteries to a qualified specialist workshop or a special collection point for used batteries. Fire, open flames and smoking are prohibited when handling the ! Have the battery checked regularly at a battery. Avoid creating sparks. qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 566 Battery (vehicle) characteristics can be impaired, particularly After an interruption to the power supply, at low temperatures. Have the thawed-out e.g. due to a discharged battery, you must battery checked at a qualified specialist reset the clock ( page 311). workshop.
  • Page 567: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 568 Jump-starting Do not start the vehicle using a rapid charging device. If your vehicle's battery is discharged, the engine can be jump-started from another vehicle or from a second battery using jumper cables. Observe the following points: The battery is not accessible in all vehicles. If the other vehicle's battery is not accessible, jump-start the vehicle using a second battery or a jump-starting device.
  • Page 569: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Position number B identifies the charged battery of the other vehicle or an equivalent jump- starting device. Press cover : of positive terminal ; down (in the direction of the arrow) and turn it clockwise. Cover : is held down in the lowered position, which exposes positive terminal ;.
  • Page 570 Towing and tow-starting ! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. Installing/removing the towing eye This could damage the vehicle. Installing the towing eye ! When towing vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, use the key instead of the Start/Stop WARNING button. Otherwise, the automatic The exhaust tail pipe may be very hot.
  • Page 571 Towing and tow-starting Take cover ; off the opening. ® raised. Intervention by ESP could otherwise damage the brake system. Screw in and tighten the towing eye clockwise to the stop. Switch on the hazard warning lamps page 130). Removing the towing eye Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the ignition lock and remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 572 Transporting the vehicle ! Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which ! You may only secure the vehicle by the have the correct fuse rating for the system wheels, not by parts of the vehicle such as concerned.
  • Page 573: Fuses

    Fuses Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the To open: pull cover : outwards in the ignition lock and remove it ( page 155). direction of the arrow and remove it. To close: clip in cover : at the front of the On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, make sure dashboard.
  • Page 574 Fuses The fuse box in the rear is located on the right-hand To close: check whether the seal is seated side when viewed in the direction of travel. correctly in cover :. To open: open the seat belt guide on the Insert both openings = at the rear of right-hand seat and remove the seat belt cover : into the brackets on the fuse box.
  • Page 575 Fuses Insert the securing tags underneath top cover : in the recesses at the front of the fuse box. Push front cover : towards the rear until it engages audibly. Move the right-hand seat backwards page 116). Hook the seat belt into the seat belt guide on the right-hand seat ( page 115).
  • Page 577 Useful information ......576 Important safety notes ....576 Operation ........... 576 Winter operation ....... 578 Tire pressure ........579 Loading the vehicle ......586 All about wheels and tires ....589 Changing a wheel ......596 Wheel and tire combinations ... 602...
  • Page 578: Useful Information

    Operator's Accessories that are not approved for your Manual. Country-specific differences are vehicle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being possible. Please note that your vehicle may used correctly can impair operating safety. not be equipped with all features Before purchasing and using non-approved described.
  • Page 579 Do not mount anything onto the valve other than the standard valve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure monitoring systems.
  • Page 580: Winter Operation

    Do not drive with tires which have too little permanently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept tread depth, as this significantly reduces responsibility for this type of damage. the traction on wet roads (hydroplaning).
  • Page 581: Tire Pressure

    Mercedes-Benz, or are of a heavily laden or when driven at high corresponding standard of quality. speeds.
  • Page 582 Tire pressure The Tire and Loading Information placard There is a risk of accident. contains the recommended tire pressures for Follow recommended tire inflation pressures cold tires. The recommended tire pressures and check the pressure of all the tires are valid for the maximum permissible load including the spare wheel: and up to the maximum permissible vehicle monthly, at least...
  • Page 583 Some tire pressure tables show only the rim Only screw the standard valve cap or other diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size your vehicle onto the tire valve.
  • Page 584 Tire pressure tires. The tire pressure would otherwise be Overinflated tires may: too low. increase the braking distance Observe the recommended tire pressures for have an adverse effect on handling cold tires: characteristics on the Tire and Loading Information placard wear quickly and unevenly on the B-pillar on the driver's side have an adverse effect on ride comfort...
  • Page 585: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure Information on air pressure for the tires on tire is shown in the Service Service menu of the your vehicle can be found: multifunction display. on the vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard on the B-pillar page 586) on the tire pressure label on the fuel filler flap ( page 173)
  • Page 586 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn reached the level to trigger illumination of the you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. tire is penetrated by a foreign object. In the USA only: event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring the Your vehicle has also been equipped with a...
  • Page 587 Tire pressure headphones, two-way radios) that may be one or more tires has dropped significantly being operated in or near the vehicle. and the tires must be checked. If the Warning Tire Malfunction Warning Tire Malfunction Checking the tire pressure appears in the multifunction display, the electronically tire pressure in one or more tires has...
  • Page 588 Loading the vehicle Press the = or ; button on the Two instruction labels on your vehicle show the maximum possible load. steering wheel to select the Service Service menu. (1) The Tire and Loading Information placard Press the 9 or : button to select is on the B-pillar on the driver's side.
  • Page 589: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be Maximum permissible gross vehicle found on the Tire and Loading Information weight rating placard. The specifications shown on the Tire and Loading Information placard in the illustration are examples. The number of seats is vehicle-specific and can differ from the details shown.
  • Page 590 Loading the vehicle Step 3 Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how Example 1 Example 2 to calculate total and cargo load capacities Permissible 1500 lbs 1500 lbs with varying seating configurations and load (680 kg) (680 kg) number and size of occupants.
  • Page 591: All About Wheels And Tires

    All passenger car tires must conform to the statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum...
  • Page 592 All about wheels and tires on surfaces that are not icy or covered with Tire labeling snow. Take appropriate care when driving. Overview Further information on winter tires (M+S tires) ( page 578). Temperature WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded.
  • Page 593 All about wheels and tires ratio is calculated by dividing the tire width by Therefore, only use tire types and sizes the tire height. approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle.
  • Page 594: Winter Tires

    186 mph (300 km/h): The size description for all tires with SL 63 AMG (Performance Package) maximum speeds of over 186 mph SL 65 AMG with increased maximum (300 km/h) must include "ZR", and the speed service specification must be given in...
  • Page 595 If no specification is given: no text (as in the in or on the sidewall of every tire produced. example above), represents a standard load (SL) tire XL or Extra Load: represents a reinforced tire Light Load: represents a light load tire...
  • Page 596: Tire Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires possible for the purchaser to easily identify This information describes the type of tire the affected tires. cord and the number of layers in sidewall : and under tire tread ;. The TIN consists of the manufacturer identification code ;, tire size =, tire type Tire data is vehicle-specific and may code ? and manufacturing date A.
  • Page 597 All about wheels and tires various operating conditions, i.e. differing Maximum loaded vehicle weight load and speed conditions. The maximum weight is the sum of: the curb weight of the vehicle Increased vehicle weight due to optional equipment the weight of the accessories This is the combined weight of all standard the load limit and optional equipment available for the...
  • Page 598 Changing a wheel Aspect ratio the purchasers. The TIN is made up of the manufacturer's identity code, tire size, tire Relationship between tire height and tire type code and the manufacturing date. width in percent. Load bearing index Tire pressure The load bearing index (also load index) is a This is pressure inside the tire applying an code that contains the maximum load bearing...
  • Page 599: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Rotating the wheels Direction of rotation Tires with a specified direction of rotation WARNING have additional benefits, e.g. if there is a risk Interchanging the front and rear wheels may of hydroplaning. You will only gain these severely impair the driving characteristics if benefits if the correct direction of rotation is the wheels or tires have different dimensions.
  • Page 600 Changing a wheel Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: open the driver's door. The on-board electronics now have status 0. This is the same as the SmartKey having been removed. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock page 155). If included in the vehicle equipment, remove the tire-change tool kit from the vehicle.
  • Page 601 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 602 Changing a wheel AMG vehicles and vehicles with AMG threads could otherwise be damaged when equipment: fold cover ; upwards. you screw them in. Unscrew the uppermost wheel bolt Position jack ? at jacking point =. completely. Screw alignment bolt : into the thread instead of the wheel bolt.
  • Page 603 Changing a wheel reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use wheel bolts which have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. ! AMG vehicles: during removal and repositioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.
  • Page 604: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Overview of abbreviations used in the Wheel and tire combinations following tire tables: General notes BA: both axles ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz FA: front axle recommends that you only use tires and RA: rear axle wheels which have been approved by...
  • Page 605 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires are not available at the factory as standard equipment or optional extras. If you want to equip your vehicle with approved winter tires, it may be necessary to obtain wheel rims in the corresponding size.
  • Page 606 Wheel and tire combinations Tires SL 550 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 95 Y Wheel offset: 1.40 in (35.5 mm) 2, 3 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.87 in (47.5 mm)
  • Page 607 Wheel and tire combinations R19/R20 Tires Alloy wheels FA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 RA: 285/30 ZR19 (98 Y) XL Wheel offset: 1.06 in (27 mm) RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) FA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.06 in (27 mm)
  • Page 609 Useful information ......608 Information regarding technical data ............ 608 Warranty ..........608 Identification plates ......608 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 610 Vehicle data ........616...
  • Page 610 State warranty enforcement laws (Lemon specialist workshops: ( page 33). Laws) Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Information regarding technical data Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. General information If you lose the Service and Warranty...
  • Page 611 Identification plates Example: vehicle identification plate (USA only) Move the front-passenger front seat to its Paint code rearmost position. Fold up floor covering : in front of the front-passenger seat. You will see VIN ;. The VIN can also be found in the following locations: on the lower edge of the windshield page 609)
  • Page 612 Information about tested and approved vomiting. products can be obtained from an authorized Immediately change out of clothing which Mercedes-Benz Center or on the Internet at has come into contact with fuel. http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. You can recognize service products approved Tank capacity...
  • Page 613 This does not include cleaning must only be mixed with additives additives for the removal and prevention of recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Comply residue build-up. gasoline may only be with the instructions for use on the product mixed with cleaning additives label.
  • Page 614 Engine from any authorized Mercedes-Benz model Approval Center. SL 550 229.5 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use fuel brands that have the additives. SL 63 AMG 229.5 The quality of the fuel available in some SL 65 AMG 229.5 countries may not be sufficient. Residue could build up as a result.
  • Page 615 Brake fluid Further information on coolants can be WARNING found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Specifications for The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture Service Products 310.1, e.g. on the from the air. This lowers the boiling point of Internet at the brake fluid.
  • Page 616 SL 63 AMG Approx. 11.6 US qt corrosion protection (11.0 l) antifreeze protection SL 65 AMG V12 Approx. 13.5 US qt raising the boiling point (12.8 l) If the coolant has antifreeze protection down to -35 ‡ (-37 †), the boiling point of the...
  • Page 617 ! Only the refrigerant R-134a and the PAG Refrigerant 550 ± 10 g oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be (19.4 ± 0.4 oz) used. The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not PAG oil approved for R-134a refrigerant.
  • Page 618 Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) optional equipment load optional equipment reduces the maximum payload. SL 63 AMG and SL 65 AMG V12 Dimensions and weights Vehicle length 182.4 in (4633 mm) Vehicle length 191.3 in (4858 mm)

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