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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Operator's Manual

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Order no. 6515 3624 13 Part no. 212 584 79 01 Edition A-2015
E-Class
Sedan and Wagon
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 E-Class Sedan and Wagon Operator's Manual É2125847901lËÍ 2125847901 Order no. 6515 3624 13 Part no. 212 584 79 01 Edition A-2015...
  • Page 2 Several of these symbols in succes- ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of sion indicate an instruction with sev- Further information about Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth SIG Inc. eral steps. vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instruc- tions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 23 Safety ........... 41 Opening and closing ......83 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 109 Lights and windshield wipers ..127 Climate control ......... 141 Driving and parking ......155 On-board computer and displays ..

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Adaptive Brake Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ........ 73 115 V socket ........315 Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..203 12 V socket Adaptive Highbeam Assist see Sockets Display message ......264 360° camera Function/notes ......132 Cleaning ......... 340 Switching on/off ......
  • Page 7 Display message ......268 gency mode ........173 Function/notes ......219 Audio system see separate operating instructions Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center BAS (Brake Assist System) ....70 see Qualified specialist workshop BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System Authorized workshop PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist see Qualified specialist workshop Function/notes ........
  • Page 8 Index Display message ......270 Care Notes/function ......220 360° camera ......... 340 see Active Blind Spot Assist Carpets .......... 342 BlueTEC (DEF) ........415 Car wash ........336 ® Display ........... 341 BlueTEC Exhaust pipe ........340 Adding DEF ........177 Exterior lights ........
  • Page 9 Index Changing bulbs Setting the temperature ....149 Setting the temperature with 3- High-beam headlamps ....135 zone automatic climate control ..149 Turn signals (front) ......136 Setting the temperature with dual- Child-proof locks zone automatic climate control ..149 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 10 Index Temperature (on-board com- Filling capacity ....... 415 puter) ..........247 Important safety notes ....415 Temperature gauge ......232 Delayed switch-off Warning lamp ......... 287 Exterior lighting (on-board com- Cooling puter) ..........245 see Climate control Interior lighting ......245 Copyright ..........
  • Page 11 Rear view camera ......214 see Doors Driving tips Driving abroad AMG ceramic brakes ..... 185 Mercedes-Benz Service ....335 Automatic transmission ....168 Symmetrical low beam ....128 Brakes ........... 183 Driving on flooded roads ....186 Break-in period ......156 Driving safety systems Downhill gradient ......
  • Page 12 Index EASY-PACK cargo compartment Engine management system ......304 Check Engine warning lamp ... 286 EASY-PACK folding floor Display message ......264 ECO start/stop function ....161 Important safety notes ....306 EASY-PACK folding luggage-com- Engine number ....... 411 Irregular running ......164 partment floor Jump-starting .........
  • Page 13 Index Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc- Fuel filler flap tions) ..........340 Emergency release ......175 Exterior lighting Opening ......... 175 Fuel filter (display message) .... 267 Setting options ......128 see Lights Fuel level Exterior mirrors Calling up the range (on-board Adjusting ........
  • Page 14 Index Head restraints Instrument cluster lighting ....244 Adjusting ........112 Interior lighting Adjusting (angle) ......113 Automatic control ......134 Adjusting (electrically) ....113 Delayed switch-off (on-board Adjusting (rear) ......113 computer) ........245 Installing/removing (rear) ....114 Emergency lighting ......134 Luxury ..........
  • Page 15 Index Switching the surround lighting on/off (on-board computer) ..245 Lamps Turn signals ........130 see Warning and indicator lamps see Interior lighting Lane Keeping Assist see Replacing bulbs Activating/deactivating ....242 Light sensor (display message) ..263 Display message ......269 Loading guidelines ......
  • Page 16 Memory card (audio) ......238 Preparing the vehicle ..... 385 Memory function ....... 125 Raising the vehicle ......386 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Removing a wheel ......388 360°camera ........215 Securing the vehicle against roll- ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..69 ing away ........
  • Page 17 Index Operating safety Declaration of conformity ....27 Occupant Classification System Important safety notes ....26 (OCS) Operating system Conditions ........52 see On-board computer Faults ..........56 Operator's Manual Operation ......... 52 Vehicle equipment ......24 System self-test ....... 54 Outside temperature display ...
  • Page 18 Index Function/notes ......206 Radio Important safety notes ....206 Selecting a station ......238 Problem (malfunction) ....209 see separate operating instructions Range of the sensors ..... 206 Radio-wave reception/transmis- Warning display ......207 sion in the vehicle PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF Declaration of conformity ....
  • Page 19 Index Replacing bulbs Seat belts Important safety notes ....134 Adjusting the driver's and front- Overview of bulb types ....135 passenger seat belt ......47 Reporting safety defects ....28 Adjusting the height ......46 center rear-compartment seat ..47 Reserve (fuel tank) Cleaning .........
  • Page 20 Index Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Luggage compartment ....314 tem) ..........418 Rear compartment ......314 Washer fluid ........418 Spare wheel Settings Stowing .......... 405 Factory (on-board computer) ..247 Specialist workshop ......27 On-board computer ....... 243 Special seat belt retractor ....63 Setting the air distribution ....
  • Page 21 Index Steering wheel paddle shifters ..170 Tank content Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ....248 Fuel gauge ........33 Technical data Stowage areas ........292 Capacities ........411 Stowage compartments Emergency spare wheel ....407 Armrest (under) ......294 Information ........410 Center console ......
  • Page 22 Index Tire pressure Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ... 382 Labeling (overview) ......378 Calling up (on-board computer) ..369 Load bearing index (definition) ..383 Checking manually ......369 Load index ........380 Display message ......274 Load index (definition) ....382 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 23 Index Top Tether ..........65 Towing away Unlocking Important safety guidelines ... 355 Emergency unlocking ....... 91 Installing the towing eye ....356 From inside the vehicle (central Removing the towing eye ....356 unlocking button) ......90 With both axles on the ground ..357 With the rear axle raised ....
  • Page 24 Index Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid ....... 334 Warning and indicator lamps Notes ..........418 ABS ..........282 Windshield wipers Brakes ........... 281 Problem (malfunction) ....139 Check Engine ......... 286 Rear window wiper ......137 Coolant .......... 287 Replacing the wiper blades ....
  • Page 25 Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...

  • Page 26: Equipment

    Mercedes. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-rel- Service and vehicle operation evant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of Warranty equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically The implied warranty for your vehicle applies approved for your vehicle.

  • Page 27: Roadside Assistance

    Always have the Service and Warranty Book- sonable number of repair attempts let with you when you bring the vehicle to an Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its author- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The ser- ized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or...

  • Page 28: Important Safety Notes

    As a Delivery Program. For details, consult an result, these may no longer function as inten- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of one of the following addresses.

  • Page 29: Diagnostics Connection

    Qualified specialist workshop Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a comply with Industry Canada license-exempt qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the...

  • Page 30: Customer Relations Department

    If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or con- Limited Warranty tact us at one of the following addresses. ! Follow the instructions in this manual...

  • Page 31: Data Recording

    ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- Event data recorders mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- This vehicle is equipped with an event data sonnel. recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR...

  • Page 32: Copyright

    February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs. Information on copyright General information Information on license for free and open- source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the fol- lowing website: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/ opensource...
  • Page 33 Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster ......33 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 35 Center console ........36 Overhead control panel ...... 39 Door control panel ......40...

  • Page 34: Horn

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusts the steering wheel shifters electrically Steering wheel heating Combination switch Cruise control lever Instrument cluster Parking brake Horn Diagnostics connection DIRECT SELECT lever Opens the hood PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Releases the parking brake Overhead control panel Light switch...
  • Page 35 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Fuel level and fuel filler flap Multifunction display with location indicator 8 outside temperature dis- play Coolant temperature Tachometer Speedometer with seg- ments Fuel filler flap location indicator 8: the fuel filler cap is on the right-hand side.

  • Page 36: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ü Seat belt ® ÷ ESP M SPORT handling % Diesel engine: pre- mode in AMG vehicles glow ® · Distance warning ÷ ESP in AMG vehicles ? Coolant ® å...
  • Page 37 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Selects a menu COMAND display (see the separate operating instruc- Selects a submenu or tions) scrolls through lists Switches on the Voice Con- Confirms your selection trol System (see the sepa- Hides display messages rate operating instructions) Back...

  • Page 38: Upper Section

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page COMAND; see the separate 4 5 Indicator lamp operating instructions ATA indicator lamp c Seat heating Ü Lowers the rear seat s Seat ventilation head restraints (Wagon) c PARKTRONIC u Sedan: rear window roller sunblind ¤...

  • Page 39: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Stowage compartment with Media Interface Ashtray Cigarette lighter Ú Selects the drive pro- Cup holder gram e Adjusts the suspen- COMAND controller; see sion setting the separate operating instructions É...

  • Page 40: Lower Section (Amg Vehicles)

    Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Ashtray ß Calls up/saves the suspension tuning Cigarette lighter à Adjusts the suspen- Engages parking position P sion setting Selector lever ® å ESP Cup holder Drive program selector Stowage compartment with Media Interface COMAND controller;...

  • Page 41: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear Rear-view mirror interior lighting on/off Buttons for the garage door | Switches the auto- opener matic interior lighting con- Microphone for mbrace trol on/off (emergency call system), p Switches the right- telephone and the Voice hand reading lamp on/off...

  • Page 42: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and steer- n Activates/deacti- ing wheel vates the override feature Adjusts the seats electri- for the side windows in the cally rear compartment...
  • Page 43 Useful information ......42 Panic alarm .......... 42 Occupant safety ........42 Children in the vehicle ......62 Pets in the vehicle ......68 Driving safety systems ....... 69 Protection against theft ..... 80...

  • Page 44: Panic Alarm

    Occupant safety Useful information Occupant safety Restraint system: introduction This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- The restraint system reduces the risk of vehi- ment of your vehicle available at the time of cle occupants coming into contact with parts publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 45: Tor Lamp

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

  • Page 46: Introduction

    Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet passenger seat, the front-passenger front air quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt bag must either be disabled or enabled; see retractor locks.
  • Page 47 Only use seat belts that have been approved For this reason, always secure persons under for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Any such 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint modifications could invalidate the vehicle's systems.

  • Page 48: Fastening

    Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts When fastening the seat belt, always make sure that: Observe the safety notes on the seat belt the seat belt tongue is only inserted to the page 44) and the notes on correct use of belt buckle belonging to that seat.

  • Page 49: Releasing

    Occupant safety Releasing seat belts ! Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled up. Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism. This could damage the door, the door trim panel and the seat belt. Dam- aged seat belts can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced.

  • Page 50: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on Air bags and off in the on-board computer Introduction page 246). The installation point of an air bag can be rec- Belt warning for the driver and front ognized by the AIR BAG symbol. passenger An air bag complements the correctly fas- tened seat belt.
  • Page 51 Occupant safety Objects in the vehicle interior may pre- Only hold the steering wheel on the out- vent the air bag from functioning cor- side. This allows the air bag to be fully deployed. rectly. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air Always lean against the backrest while driv- bag as it deploys, make sure that:...

  • Page 52: Knee Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have occupants in the front seats. been approved for the respective seat by The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp Mercedes-Benz. informs you about the status of the front- passenger front air bag ( page 43).

  • Page 53: Pelvis Air Bag

    You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. Example: Sedan Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.

  • Page 54: Occupant Classification System

    Occupant safety rest and the head restraint position accord- Occupant Classification System ingly. (OCS) Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function Introduction correctly. Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instruc- The Occupant Classification System (OCS) tions. categorizes the person in the front-passenger seat.
  • Page 55 Occupant safety If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator Make sure that the front-passenger front air lamp: bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit. is lit: the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated. It will then not be deployed in WARNING the event of an accident.

  • Page 56: System Self-Test

    The result of the classifi- mends that you only use seat accessories cation is dependent on, among other fac- that have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. tors, the child restraint system and the If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not child's stature.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety When the front-passenger seat is occupied, always ensure that: the classification of the person in the front- passenger seat is correct and the front- passenger front air bag is enabled or disa- bled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat the person is seated properly with a cor- rectly fastened seatbelt...
  • Page 58 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.

  • Page 59: Operation

    Occupant safety Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Deployment of Emergency Tensioning hearing. The powder that is released gener- Devices and air bags ally does not constitute a health hazard, but it Important safety notes may cause short-term breathing difficulties in people with asthma or other respiratory prob- WARNING lems.
  • Page 60 Occupant safety If the restraint system control unit detects a nor do they provide an indication of air bag more severe accident, further components of deployment. the restraint system are activated independ- The vehicle can be deformed considerably, ently of each other in certain frontal collision without an air bag being deployed.

  • Page 61: Neck-Pro Luxury Head Restraints Important Safety Notes

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have frontal collision the functionality of the NECK-PRO head side impact restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints...
  • Page 62 Occupant safety restraints, have this work carried out at a ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant qualified specialist workshop. protection system) NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Introduction ® In certain hazardous situations, PRE-SAFE takes pre-emptive measures to protect the vehicle occupants. Important safety notes ! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats.

  • Page 63: Dent

    Occupant safety power tilt/sliding panel is completely ® PRE-SAFE PLUS does not perform braking closed. actions while the vehicle is in motion or when Parking Guidance is active. the air pressure in the side bolsters of the seat backrests of the front active multicon- Function tour seats is raised.

  • Page 64: Children In The Vehicle

    If the child restraint system is subjected to dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Chil- this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises dren may burn themselves on these parts, that you install a child restraint system on a particularly on the metal parts of the child rear seat.

  • Page 65: Child Restraint System

    Make sure you observe the child restraint You can obtain further information about the system manufacturer's installation instruc- correct child restraint system from any tions. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt outlet. WARNING Engage seat belt tongue in belt buckle.

  • Page 66: Anchors

    Children in the vehicle All child restraint systems must meet the fol- WARNING lowing standards: If the child restraint system is installed incor- U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand- rectly or is not secured, it can come loose in ards 213 and 225 the event of an accident, heavy braking or a sudden change in direction.

  • Page 67: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle direction. As a result, child restraint systems cannot perform their intended protective function. Rear seat backrests that are not locked can also cause additional injuries, e.g. in the event of an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. Always lock rear seat backrests after instal- ling a Top Tether belt.

  • Page 68: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than chil- dren secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install the child restraint system on a rear seat. If it is absolutely necessary to install a child...
  • Page 69 Children in the vehicle You can thus avoid the risks that could arise Always observe the child restraint system as a result of: manufacturer's installation and operating instructions. an incorrectly categorized person in the front-passenger seat the unintentional deactivation of the front- Child-proof locks passenger front air bag Important safety notes...

  • Page 70: Rear Doors

    Pets in the vehicle To activate: press the child-proof lock WARNING lever up in the direction of arrow :. If persons, particularly children are subjected Make sure that the child-proof locks are to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or working properly. cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

  • Page 71: General Information

    Driving safety systems ing safety systems described in this section Never leave animals unattended in the vehi- work as effectively as possible. cle. Always secure animals properly during the journey, e.g. use a suitable animal trans- port box. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) General information Driving safety systems ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way...

  • Page 72: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems Braking BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the brake pedal vigorously until the braking sit- General information uation is over. Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- To make a full brake application: tion ( page 69).
  • Page 73 Driving safety systems darkness Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- uation and be ready to brake. Terminate the intervention in a non-critical driving situation. pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path of the vehicle WARNING the camera system no longer recognizes BAS PLUS does not react: a pedestrian as a person due to special clothing or other objects...

  • Page 74: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph PREVENTION ASSIST system PLUS adaptive (70 km/h), BAS PLUS may react to: Brake Assist assists you. stationary objects in the path of your vehi- Important safety notes cle, e.g. stopped or parked vehicles pedestrians in the path of your vehicle In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if:...

  • Page 75: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems cles that are in the path of your vehicle for an WARNING extended period of time. The distance warning function cannot always Up to a speed of around 44 mph (70 km/h), clearly identify objects and complex traffic the distance warning function can also react situations.

  • Page 76: General Notes

    Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist provides braking assis- Adaptive Brake Assist will automatically tance in hazardous situations at speeds increase the braking force to a level suitable above 4 mph (7 km/h). It uses radar sensor for the traffic conditions. technology to assess the traffic situation.

  • Page 77: Ets/4Ets (Electronic Traction System)

    Driving safety systems ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Vehicles without 4MATIC: observe the notes ® on ESP page 357) when towing the vehi- ® ETS traction control is part of ESP . On vehi- cle with a raised rear axle. ® cles with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP ®...
  • Page 78 Driving safety systems ® Deactivating/activating ESP (except ® If you deactivate ESP AMG vehicles) ® no longer improves driving stability. engine torque is no longer limited and the Important safety notes drive wheels are able to spin. You can select between the following sta- The spinning of the wheels results in a cut- tuses of ESP: ting action for better traction on loose sur-...
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems Characteristics of activated SPORT han- on sand or gravel dling mode on designated roads when the vehicle's own oversteering and understeering char- If SPORT handling mode is activated and one acteristics are desired ® or more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster Driving in SPORT handling mode or without ®...

  • Page 80: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems system must be switched on and be opera- EBD (electronic brake force distribu- tional. tion) With the help of the radar sensor system and General information ® the camera system, PRE-SAFE Brake can detect obstacles that are in front of your vehi- EBD monitors and controls the brake pres- cle for an extended period of time.
  • Page 81 Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also ® In these cases, PRE-SAFE Brake may: impaired in the event of: give an unnecessary warning and then dirt on the camera or if the camera is cov- brake the vehicle ered not give a warning or intervene there is glare on the camera system, e.g.

  • Page 82: Steer Control

    Protection against theft Brake immediately to defuse the situation. STEER CONTROL General information Take evasive action provided it is safe to do STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering ® PRE-SAFE Brake can also brake the vehicle wheel in the direction required for vehicle automatically under the following conditions: stabilization.

  • Page 83: Ata (Anti-Theft Alarm System)

    Protection against theft To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call grasp the outside door handle. The Smart- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Key must be outside the vehicle. 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
  • Page 85 Useful information ......84 SmartKey ..........84 Doors ............ 89 Trunk/cargo compartment ....91 Side windows ........99 Sliding sunroof ........103...

  • Page 86: Useful Information

    SmartKey Useful information Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock. This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ! Keep the SmartKey away from strong ment of your vehicle available at the time of magnetic fields.

  • Page 87: Locking

    SmartKey The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks: the doors the trunk lid/tailgate the fuel filler flap The turn signals flash once when unlocking and three times when locking. You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked. The audible signal can be activated and deactivated using the on-board computer ( page 246).

  • Page 88: Inserting

    SmartKey The SmartKey now functions as follows: tion lock. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle. To unlock the driver's door: press the % button once. Lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS- To unlock centrally: press the % but- GO.

  • Page 89: Replacing

    SmartKey Press mechanical key ; into the opening SmartKey battery in the SmartKey in the direction of the Checking the battery arrow until battery compartment cover : opens. Do not hold battery compartment cover : closed while doing so. Remove battery compartment cover :. Press the &...

  • Page 90: Loss

    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 87) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.

  • Page 91: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have lost the Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. mechanical key. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. The engine cannot be The on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g.
  • Page 92 Doors You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks ( page 68).

  • Page 93: Trunk/Cargo Compartment

    Trunk/cargo compartment You could therefore lock yourself out if: Open the driver's door. Close the front-passenger door, the rear the vehicle is being pushed. doors and the trunk lid/tailgate. the vehicle is being towed. Press the locking button ( page 90). the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer.

  • Page 94: Trunk Lid/Tailgate

    Trunk/cargo compartment limit the opening angle of the tailgate running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning. unlock the tailgate using the mechanical Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid/tailgate. Never drive with the trunk lid/tailgate open.

  • Page 95: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)

    Trunk/cargo compartment If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected in the Opening/closing from outside trunk/cargo compartment, the trunk lid/ Opening tailgate will not lock. Sedan: the trunk lid then opens again. Opening/closing automatically from outside Important safety notes WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
  • Page 96 Trunk/cargo compartment Closing 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 move- ment within the detection range of sensors.
  • Page 97 Trunk/cargo compartment Operation (Example: Sedan) Always ensure that you only make the kick- (Example: Sedan) ing movement within the detection range of To open/close: kick into sensor detection sensors :. range : under the bumper with your foot. Stand at least 12 in (30 cm) away from the Sedan: you will hear a warning tone while rear area while doing so.

  • Page 98: Opening And Closing

    Trunk/cargo compartment press the closing or locking button on the WARNING tailgate or Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust press the F button on the key gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust If the tailgate closing procedure has been gases can enter the vehicle interior if the stopped: trunk lid/tailgate is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.

  • Page 99: Limiting The Opening Angle

    Trunk/cargo compartment Tailgate opening dimensions Limiting the opening angle of the tail- page 419). gate (Wagon) Important safety notes Opening ! Make sure there is sufficient clearance to open the tailgate fully when setting the opening angle. The tailgate could otherwise be damaged.

  • Page 100: Trunk

    Trunk/cargo compartment Insert the mechanical key into the trunk lid Trunk emergency release (Sedan) lock as far as it will go. You can open the trunk lid from inside the Turn the mechanical key clockwise from vehicle with the emergency release button. position 1 to position 2.

  • Page 101: Side Windows

    Side windows Opening WARNING While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again.

  • Page 102: Convenience Opening Feature

    Side windows can stop automatic operation by pressing/ someone becomes trapped, press the switch pulling the switch again. to open the side window again. You can continue to operate the side win- dows after you switch off the engine or Opening and closing the side win- remove the SmartKey.

  • Page 103: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Using the SmartKey Convenience closing feature Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: point the Important safety notes tip of the SmartKey at the door handle on Information on the side window reversing fea- the driver's door. ture ( page 99). Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO: the Smart- Key must be in close proximity to the vehi- WARNING cle.

  • Page 104: Resetting

    Side windows Make sure you only touch recessed sen- sor surface :. Make sure that all the side windows and the sliding sunroof or panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel are closed. On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel: Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle again until the roller sunblinds...
  • Page 105 Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 106: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof ! Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of This means that the reversing feature cannot snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may prevent someone being trapped in these sit- occur. uations. There is a risk of injury. Do not allow anything to protrude from the Make sure that no body parts are in close sliding sunroof.

  • Page 107: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof The sun protection cover automatically opens Operating the panorama roof with along with the sliding sunroof. You can open power tilt/sliding panel or close the sun protection cover manually when the sliding sunroof is raised or closed. You can continue to operate the sliding sunroof after switching off the engine or removing the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 108: Opening/Closing

    Sliding sunroof Opening and closing If somebody becomes trapped: release the switch immediately, or during automatic operation, push the switch briefly in any direction The opening or closing procedure will be stop- ped. The roller sunblind shields the vehicle interior from sunlight.
  • Page 109 Sliding sunroof until the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel is fully closed ( page 106). Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi- tional second. Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow = until the roller sunblinds are fully closed.
  • Page 110 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
  • Page 111 Useful information ......110 Correct driver's seat position ..110 Seats ..........111 Steering wheel ........119 Mirrors ..........122 Memory function ......125...

  • Page 112: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Useful information This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ment 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 113: Seats

    Seats Adjusts the steering wheel electrically WARNING page 119) If head restraints are not installed and adjus- When adjusting the steering wheel, make ted correctly, they cannot provide protection sure that: as intended. There is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the you can hold the steering wheel with your event of an accident or when braking.

  • Page 114: Adjusting The Head Restraints

    Seats ! Make sure that there are no objects in the Adjusting the head restraints footwell under or behind the seats when Important safety notes moving the seats back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be dam- WARNING aged.

  • Page 115: Luxury

    Seats Adjusting the angle of the head To adjust the side bolsters of the head restraints restraint: push or pull right and/or left- hand side bolster : into the desired posi- tion. To adjust the angle of the head restraint: push or pull the head restraint in the direction of arrow ;.
  • Page 116 Seats To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired position. To lower: press release catch : and push the head restraint down until it is in the desired position. If you pull the head restraint forward slightly, you will require less effort when making adjustments.

  • Page 117: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port

    Seats on the vehicle identification plate Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support page 410). The combined cargo cover and net must be installed if you are using the folding bench seat ( page 301). Folding out the folding bench seat To raise the backrest contour To soften the backrest contour To lower the backrest contour To harden the backrest contour...
  • Page 118 Seats Installing and removing the seat cush- Folding back the folding bench seat Pull the seat cushion upwards by tab : You must remove the seat cushion if you wish and fold it back into its original position to lift the cargo compartment floor, e.g. if the until it engages.
  • Page 119 Seats Press release button : and push the head Driver's and front-passenger seat: the sys- restraints all the way in. tem automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. Fold backrest ; of the folding bench seat into its original position until it engages.

  • Page 120: Seat Heating Problem

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

  • Page 121: Adjusting The Steering Wheel

    Steering wheel Problems with the seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The seat ventilation has The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- switched off prema- sumers are switched on. turely or cannot be Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as switched on.
  • Page 122 Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Switching on/off Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 157). To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direction of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.

  • Page 123: Steering Wheel

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

  • Page 124: Exterior Mirrors

    Mirrors When you close the driver's door with the Exterior mirrors ignition switched on, the steering wheel is Adjusting the exterior mirrors also automatically moved to the previously set position. WARNING The last position of the steering wheel is You could lose control of your vehicle if you do stored when you switch off the ignition or the following while driving: when you store the setting with the memory...

  • Page 125: Mirrors

    Mirrors Setting the exterior mirrors The indicator lamp goes out again after some time. You can adjust the selected If the battery has been disconnected or com- mirror using adjustment button = as long pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must as the indicator lamp is lit.

  • Page 126: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors Automatic anti-glare mirrors Parking position for the exterior mir- ror on the front-passenger side WARNING Setting and storing the parking position Electrolyte may escape if the glass in an auto- matic anti-glare mirror breaks. The electrolyte Using reverse gear is harmful and causes irritation.

  • Page 127: Memory Function

    Memory function Using the memory button the vehicle as a result of the adjustments You can position the front-passenger side being made. There is a risk of an accident. exterior mirror in such a way that you can see Only use the memory function on the driver's the rear wheel on that side as soon as you side when the vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 128 Memory function Adjust the seat ( page 112). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel ( page 119) and the exterior mirrors page 122). Press memory button M and one of the storage position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
  • Page 129 Useful information ......128 Exterior lighting ........ 128 Interior lighting ......... 133 Replacing bulbs ......... 134 Windshield wipers ......136...

  • Page 130: Useful Information

    Exterior lighting Light switch General notes Operation For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you drive with the lights switched on even during the daytime. Therefore, your vehicle is equipped with special daytime run- ning lamps. In some countries, operation of the headlamps varies due to legal require- ments and self-imposed obligations.

  • Page 131: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting The exterior lighting (except the parking/ When the engine is running and the vehicle is standing lamps) switches off automatically if stationary: if you move the selector lever from you: a drive position to P, the daytime running lamps/low-beam headlamps go out after remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock three minutes.

  • Page 132: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting Rear fog lamp Combination switch The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your Turn signal vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick fog. Please take note of the country- specific regulations for the use of rear fog lamps.

  • Page 133: Hazard Warning Lamps

    Exterior lighting Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist: The hazard warning lamps still operate if when Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active, it the ignition is switched off. controls activation of the high-beam head- lamps ( page 132). Cornering light function High-beam flasher To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine.

  • Page 134: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting Important safety notes Adaptive Highbeam Assist WARNING General notes Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize road users: who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians who have poor lighting, e.g. cyclists whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a barrier In very rare cases, Adaptive Highbeam Assist may fail to recognize other road users that have lights, or may recognize them too late.

  • Page 135: Interior Lighting

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

  • Page 136: Crash-Responsive Emergency Light Ing

    Replacing bulbs switch-off using the on-board computer page 245). Manual interior lighting control To switch the front interior lighting on/ off: press the c button. To switch the rear interior lighting on/ off: press the u button. To switch the reading lamps on/off: press the p button.

  • Page 137: Replacing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Only operate bulbs in enclosed lamps designed for that purpose. Only install spare bulbs of the same type and the specified volt- age. Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube with your bare hands.
  • Page 138 Windshield wipers Turn signal (static LED headlamps) after washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash. ! Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due to optical influences and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions, the windshield wipers may be activated inadvertently.

  • Page 139: Rear Window Wiper

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Replacing the wiper blades è...

  • Page 140: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Position new wiper blade : in the retainer Position wiper blade ; parallel to wiper on the wiper arm and slide it into place in arm :. the direction of the arrow. Fold wiper arm : back onto the rear win- The wiper blade audibly engages.
  • Page 141 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 143: Climate Control

    Useful information ......142 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 142 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 146 Setting the air vents ......153...

  • Page 144: Useful Information

    Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most par- Useful information ticles of dust and soot and completely fil- ters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous pol- This Operator's Manual describes all lutants and odors. A clogged filter reduces models and all standard and optional equip- the amount of air supplied to the vehicle ment of your vehicle available at the time of...

  • Page 145: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 152) Defrosts the windshield ( page 150) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 150) Display Sets climate control to automatic ( page 148) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 147)
  • Page 146 Overview of climate control systems Switches climate control on/off ( page 146) Sets the temperature, right ( page 149) Sets the air distribution ( page 149) Sets the airflow ( page 150) Sets the temperature, left ( page 149) Display mate control output, you can switch off the Optimum use of dual-zone climate ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO...

  • Page 147: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic ( page 148) Defrosts the windshield ( page 150) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 150) Display Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 152) Switches the residual heat function on/off (...
  • Page 148 Operating the climate control systems ECO start/stop function Optimum use of 3-zone automatic cli- mate control During automatic engine switch-off, the cli- mate control system only operates at a Climate control system reduced capacity. If you require the full cli- The 3-zone automatic climate control is only mate control output, you can switch off the available on vehicles for Canada.

  • Page 149: Activating/Deactivating Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating cooling with air dehumidification General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehu- midification" function, the air inside the vehi- cle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehi- cle will also not be dehumidified. The win- dows can fog up more quickly.

  • Page 150: Indicator Lamp

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

  • Page 151: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- Only change the temperature setting in small increments. Start at 72 ‡ (22 †). tion lock ( page 157). To increase/reduce the temperature in Press the à button. the rear compartment using the front Press climate mode selection button G up control panel: press the á...

  • Page 152: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution 3-zone automatic climate control: the tem- perature setting for the driver's side is not Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- adopted for the front-passenger side and tion lock ( page 157).

  • Page 153: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems Press the à button. Adjust the side air vents so that the warmed The indicator lamp above the ¬ button air is directed to the side windows. goes out. Airflow and air distribution are set If the windows continue to fog up, activate to automatic mode.

  • Page 154: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

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

  • Page 155: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents If the residual heat function is activated, Setting the center air vents the windows may fog up on the inside. The blower will run at a low speed regard- less of the airflow setting. If you activate the residual heat function at high temperatures, only the ventilation will be activated.

  • Page 156: Rear

    Setting the air vents ature-sensitive items stored in the glove To open/close: turn thumbwheel : up or box could be damaged. down. Setting the B-pillar air vent Air vent thumbwheel Air vent B-pillar air vent When the climate control system is activated, the glove box can be ventilated, for instance Thumbwheel for B-pillar air vent to cool its contents.
  • Page 157 Useful information ......156 Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ............. 156 Driving ..........156 Automatic transmission ....165 Refueling ..........173 Parking ..........179 Driving tips ........181 Driving systems ........ 187...

  • Page 158: Useful Information

    Driving Change gear in good time, before the tach- Useful information ometer needle is Ô of the way to the red area of the tachometer. This Operator's Manual describes all Try to avoid depressing the accelerator models and all standard and optional equip- pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- ment of your vehicle available at the time of down).

  • Page 159: Smartkey

    Driving Where possible, avoid spinning the drive Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are wheels when pulling away on slippery stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter roads. You could otherwise damage the the driver's footwell. Install the floormats drive train.

  • Page 160: Start/Stop Button

    Driving KEYLESS-GO If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey's remote control or with KEYLESS-GO, after a General notes short time: Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO are equipped with you will not be able to switch on the ignition SmartKeys featuring the integrated KEYLESS- with the Start/Stop button.

  • Page 161: Removing The Start/Stop Button

    Driving To switch on the power supply: press Remove Start/Stop button : from ignition lock ;. Start/Stop button : once. The power supply is switched on. You can You do not have to remove the Start/Stop now activate the windshield wipers, for button from the ignition lock when you leave example.

  • Page 162: Automatic Transmission

    Driving Using KEYLESS-GO to start the engine WARNING Flammable materials introduced through The Start/Stop button can be used to environmental influence or by animals can start the vehicle manually without inserting ignite if in contact with the exhaust system or the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

  • Page 163: Hill Start Assist

    Driving You can also deactivate the automatic lock- ECO start/stop function ing feature ( page 246). Introduction It is only possible to shift the transmission The ECO start/stop function switches the from position P to the desired position if engine off automatically if the vehicle is stop- you depress the brake pedal.

  • Page 164: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving Automatic engine start AMG vehicles: the ECO start/stop function is only available in drive program C. The engine starts automatically if: you switch off the ECO start/stop function Automatic engine switch-off by pressing the ECO button. If the vehicle is braked to a standstill in D or N, in transmission position D or N the brake the ECO start/stop function switches off the pedal is released and the HOLD function is...
  • Page 165 Driving To deactivate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; goes out. To activate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deac- tivated manually or as the result of a mal- function.
  • Page 166 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again, turn the SmartKey in the ignition back to position 0 or press the Start/Stop button repeatedly until all indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

  • Page 167: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Automatic transmission Neutral Drive Important safety notes Transmission position and drive pro- WARNING gram display If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, ! If the transmission position display in the the vehicle could pull away suddenly.

  • Page 168: Direct Select Lever

    Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Overview of transmission positions Transmission position display Drive program display Engaging park position P ! If the engine speed is too high or the vehi- cle is moving, do not shift the automatic transmission directly from D to R, from R to Park position with parking lock D or directly to P.

  • Page 169: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission HOLD function or DISTRONIC PLUS: if the leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle is braked using the HOLD function or vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of DISTRONIC PLUS, the automatic transmis- reach of children. sion shifts automatically to transmission If the transmission is in position D or R: position P.

  • Page 170: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Engaging drive position D Neutral If the transmission is in position R or N: Do not shift the transmission to N push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past while driving. Otherwise, the auto- the first point of resistance. matic transmission could be dam- aged.

  • Page 171: Kickdown

    Automatic transmission AMG vehicles Program selector button When shifting down, the double-clutch func- General notes tion is active regardless of the currently selec- ted drive program. The double-clutch function reduces load change reactions and is condu- cive to a sporty driving style. The sound gen- erated by the double-clutch function depends on the drive program selected.

  • Page 172: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Turn drive program selector : until the In the manual drive program, you can change desired drive program appears in the mul- gears manually using steering wheel paddle tifunction display in the speedometer. shifters : and ;. The drive program indicator on drive pro- Further information about permanent drive gram selector : lights up in red.

  • Page 173: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Manual drive program M If the engine exceeds the maximum engine speed when shifting down, the auto- General notes matic transmission protects against engine In this drive program, you can briefly change damage by not shifting down. gear yourself by using the steering wheel pad- Automatic down shifting occurs when dle shifters.

  • Page 174: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission for the current gear is reached. When the engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel Use the program selector button to change supply is cut to prevent the engine from the drive program ( page 169). overrevving. Always make sure that the Manual drive program M is deactivated.

  • Page 175: Refueling

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

  • Page 176: Refueling Process

    Refueling wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter If you or others come into contact with fuel, the fuel system. Even small amounts of the observe the following: wrong fuel could result in damage to the Wash away fuel from skin immediately fuel system and the engine.

  • Page 177: Refueling

    Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fill- ing pumps. Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak out. Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly.
  • Page 178 Refueling Detach the emergency release from retainer :. Pull the emergency release in the direction of arrow ;. The fuel filler flap is unlocked. Open the fuel filler flap. Wagon: open the tailgate. Open the right-hand side trim panel. Fold down the paneling. Pull emergency release : in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 179: Adding

    Use the special DEF refill bottle when adding DEF (BlueTEC vehicles only) DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact Important notes on use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with any questions or, if necessary, contact Road- To function properly, BlueTEC exhaust gas side Assistance ( page 25).
  • Page 180 Refueling membranes and to the eyes. You may expe- Switch the ignition off. rience a burning sensation in your eyes, nose Open the trunk. and throat. Coughing and watering of the Lift up the trunk floor ( page 306). eyes are possible. Do not inhale ammonia vapors.

  • Page 181: Parking

    Parking Unscrew the protective cap from DEF refill shown in the multifunction display, add an bottle =. additional bottle of DEF. Set DEF refill bottle = as shown on the For further information on DEF, see filler neck and screw it clockwise until it is page 415).

  • Page 182: Parking Brake

    Parking AMG vehicles: when the vehicle is station- ! Always secure the vehicle correctly against rolling away. Otherwise, the vehicle ary, press button :. or its drivetrain could be damaged. Using the SmartKey To ensure that the vehicle is secured against Turn the SmartKey to position 0 in the igni- rolling away unintentionally: tion lock and remove it.

  • Page 183: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Parking the vehicle for a long period wheels lock, release the parking brake until the wheels begin turning again. If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than four weeks, the battery may be damaged by WARNING exhaustive discharging. If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than cle, they could set it in motion by, for example:...

  • Page 184: Drinking And Driving

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

  • Page 185: Important Safety Notes

    This could cause damage to the drive An economical driving style specially train. This type of damage is not covered by requires driving at moderate engine the Mercedes-Benz warranty. speeds. Do not depress the brake pedal continuously To achieve a higher value in the categories while the vehicle is in motion, e.g.
  • Page 186 Driving tips Heavy and light loads In order to prevent any salt build-up, apply the brakes occasionally while paying atten- WARNING tion to the traffic conditions. If you rest your foot on the brake pedal while Carefully depress the brake pedal and the driving, the braking system can overheat.

  • Page 187: High-Performance Brake System

    Consult a qualified Mercedes-Benz Center. specialist workshop to arrange this. New and replaced brake pads and discs only Have brake pads installed and brake fluid reach their optimum braking effect after sev- replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 188: Winter Driving

    Driving tips For this reason, in the event of heavy rain or in Have your vehicle winter-proofed at a quali- conditions in which hydroplaning may occur, fied specialist workshop at the onset of win- you must drive in the following manner: ter.

  • Page 189: Driving Systems

    Driving systems your lane. Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Do not use cruise control: Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive stands for in road and traffic conditions which do not innovative driver assistance and safety sys- allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. tems which enhance comfort and support the in heavy traffic or on winding roads driver in critical situations.

  • Page 190: Setting A Speed

    Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards speed you :. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. The first time cruise control is activated, it stores the current speed or regulates the speed of the vehicle to the previously stored speed.

  • Page 191: Deactivating

    Driving systems Deactivating cruise control Change into a lower gear in good time on long and steep downhill gradients. This is espe- cially important if the vehicle is laden. By doing so, you will make use of the braking effect of the engine. This relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from overheating and wearing too quickly.

  • Page 192: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems 2. This device must accept any interference WARNING received, including interference that may DISTRONIC PLUS brakes your vehicle with up cause undesired operation of the device. to 50% of the maximum possible deceleration. Removal, tampering, or altering of the If this braking force is insufficient, DISTRONIC device will void any warranties, and is not PLUS warns you visually and audibly.

  • Page 193: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS there is interference by other radar sources there are strong radar reflections, for Activation conditions example, in parking garages In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the fol- If DISTRONIC PLUS no longer detects a vehi- lowing conditions must be fulfilled: cle in front, DISTRONIC PLUS may unexpect- edly accelerate the vehicle to the stored...
  • Page 194 Driving systems If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS once your you :. vehicle is stationary as well. Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. If you do not fully release the accelerator DISTRONIC PLUS is activated.
  • Page 195 Driving systems Stopping In this way, the distance you have selected is maintained. WARNING If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a faster-moving When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked vehicle in front, it increases the driving speed. only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: However, the vehicle is only accelerated up to there is a malfunction in the system or in the speed you have stored.

  • Page 196: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

    Driving systems Setting a speed law. Adjust the distance to the vehicle in front if necessary. Press the cruise control lever up : for a You can set the specified minimum distance higher speed or down ; for a lower speed. for DISTRONIC PLUS by varying the time span To adjust the set speed in 1 mph incre- between one and two seconds.

  • Page 197: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS displays in the speed- Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deacti- ometer vated Vehicle in front, if detected Example: vehicles featuring automatic transmis- sion with a DIRECT SELECT lever Distance indicator, current distance to the vehicle in front When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or Specified minimum distance to the vehi- two segments ;...

  • Page 198: Deactivating

    Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS Off DISTRONIC PLUS Off message in the multi- You will see the stored speed for about function display for approximately five sec- five seconds when you activate DISTRONIC onds. PLUS. Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic...
  • Page 199 Driving systems Vehicles traveling on a different line because of its narrow width. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short. Obstructions and stationary vehicles DISTRONIC PLUS may not detect vehicles traveling on a different line. The distance to the vehicle in front will be too short.
  • Page 200 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist braking in good time and for staying in your and Stop&Go Pilot lane. DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and General notes Stop&Go Pilot does not detect road and traf- fic conditions. If you are following a vehicle which is driving towards the edge of the road, your vehicle could come into contact with the curb or other road boundaries.
  • Page 201 Driving systems Activating Steering Assist and Stop&Go the lane markings change quickly, e.g. Pilot lanes branch off, cross one another or merge Activate the DISTRONIC PLUS with Steer- the road is narrow and winding ing Assist and Stop&Go Pilot function using the on-board computer ( page 242).

  • Page 202: Hold Function

    Driving systems Activation conditions HOLD function You can activate the HOLD function if: General notes the vehicle is stationary The HOLD function can assist the driver in the the engine is running or if it has been auto- following situations: matically switched off by the ECO start/ when pulling away, especially on steep stop function...
  • Page 203 Driving systems Activating RACE START When the HOLD function is activated, the transmission is shifted automatically to posi- Depress the brake pedal with your left foot tion P if: and keep it depressed. the driver's door is open and the driver's Turn the drive program selector clockwise seat belt is unfastened.

  • Page 204: Vehicle Level

    Driving systems vated. SPORT handling mode remains activa- ! The vehicle is lowered by about 15 mm if: ted. you have selected "Comfort tuning" RACE START is deactivated immediately if you switch off the engine and then you release the accelerator pedal during you lock the vehicle within approximately RACE START or if any of the activation condi- 60 seconds...

  • Page 205: Suspension Tuning

    Driving systems The "Raised level" remains active when you AIRMATIC SPORT AIRMATIC SPORT message appears in are not driving within these speed ranges. the multifunction display. Setting the normal level Comfort tuning Start the engine. In comfort mode, the driving characteristics of your vehicle are more comfortable.
  • Page 206 Driving systems Press button : once. ! The vehicle is lowered by about 0.8 in Indicator lamp ? lights up. You have selec- (20 mm) if: ted Sport mode. you have selected "Comfortable tuning" AMG Suspension Suspension System System SPORT SPORT mes- you switch off the engine and then...

  • Page 207: Matic (Permanent Four-Wheel Drive)

    Driving systems To store: press AMG button ; until you The vehicle level at the rear axle changes dur- ing the journey depending on the selected hear a tone. suspension tuning: To call up: press AMG button ;. Comfort: +0.4 in (+10 mm) The stored suspension tuning and drive program are selected.

  • Page 208: Parktronic

    Damage of this sort is not covered by the PARKTRONIC to malfunction. Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All wheels must remain either on the ground or PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on be fully raised. Observe the instructions for uneven terrain.

  • Page 209: Warning Display

    Driving systems ing tone sounds. If the distance falls below the minimum, the distance may no longer be shown. Warning displays Example: side view Warning display for the front area Segments on the left-hand side of the vehicle Segments on the right-hand side of the vehicle Segments showing operational readiness Example: top view...

  • Page 210: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems One or more segments light up as the vehicle approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehicle's distance from the obstacle. From the: sixth segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approx- imately two seconds. seventh segment onwards, you will hear a warning tone for approximately two sec- onds.

  • Page 211: Active Parking Assist

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

  • Page 212: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Active Parking Assist may possibly indicate are not taken into account when the parking parking spaces which are not suitable for procedure is calculated, e.g. overhanging parking, for example: loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods vehicles. where parking or stopping is prohibited in front of driveways or entrances and exits WARNING...

  • Page 213: Parking

    Driving systems switched on until you acknowledge the use of Active Parking Assist by pressing the a button on the multifunction steering wheel. The system automatically determines whether the parking space is parallel or at right angles to the direction of travel. A parking space is displayed while you are Example: detected parking space driving past it, and until you are approx-...

  • Page 214: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems To cancel the procedure: press the % As soon as the parking procedure is com- plete, the Park Assist Disabled Park Assist Disabled message button on the multifunction steering wheel appears in the multifunction display and you or pull away. will hear a tone.

  • Page 215: Park Assist

    Driving systems not exceed an angle of 45° to the starting Observe Observe Surroundings Surroundings message appears position as it is maneuvering into the park- in the multifunction display. ing space. You will achieve the best results by wait- a maneuvering distance of at least 3.3 ft ing for the steering procedure to complete (1.0 m) must be available.

  • Page 216: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems Important safety notes parking using Active Parking Assist is no longer possible The rear view camera is only an aid. It is not a you are driving faster than 6 mph (10 km/h) replacement for your attention to your imme- ®...
  • Page 217 Driving systems incorrectly or not at all. The 360°camera is 360° camera not a substitute for attentive driving. General notes You are always responsible for safe maneu- vering and parking. When maneuvering or The 360° camera is a system consisting of parking, make sure that there are no persons, four cameras.
  • Page 218 Driving systems COMAND/Audio 20 is switched on Audio 20, see the separate COMAND/ Audio 20 operating instructions. 360° Camera 360° Camera function is switched on To show the 360° camera image: engage Activating the 360° camera using the reverse gear. SYS button The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND/Audio 20 display in split-screen...
  • Page 219 Driving systems ! Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV a slanted post Use the guidelines only for orientation.
  • Page 220 Driving systems Top view with picture from the mirror Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- camera imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Top view and enlarged rear view Symbol for the top view and forward-...

  • Page 221: Displaying The Attention Level

    Driving systems PARKTRONIC appears: The functionality of ATTENTION ASSIST is restricted and warnings may be delayed or in split screen view as red or yellow brack- not occur at all: ets around the vehicle icon in the top view, if the length of the journey is less than approximately 30 minutes in the full screen view, on the right-hand side at the bottom as red or yellow brackets...

  • Page 222: Activating Attention Assist

    Driving systems Select the Assistance display for ATTEN- In addition to the message shown in the mul- TION ASSIST using the on-board computer tifunction display, you will then hear a warn- page 241). ing tone. If necessary, take a break. The following information is displayed: Confirm the message by pressing the a length of the journey since the last break.
  • Page 223 Driving systems As a result, Blind Spot Assist may not give warnings in such situations. There is a risk of an accident. Always observe the traffic conditions care- fully, and maintain a safe lateral distance. Blind Spot Assist is only an aid. It may fail to detect some vehicles and is no substitute for attentive driving.

  • Page 224: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Indicator and warning display Switching on Blind Spot Assist Make sure that Blind Spot Assist page 242) is activated in the on-board computer. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock. Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors light up red for approximately 1.5 seconds and then turn yellow.
  • Page 225 Driving systems the lane markings change quickly, e.g. There is a risk of an accident. lanes branch off, cross one another or Always pay particular attention to the traffic merge situation and stay in lane, in particular if the road is narrow and winding warned by Lane Keeping Assist.

  • Page 226: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: WARNING you approach the outer lane marking on a Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to: bend. vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a high- placing them in the blind spot area way.

  • Page 227: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems radiator grill are free of dirt, ice or slush. The Active Blind Spot Assist may not detect nar- rear sensors must not be covered, for exam- row vehicles, such as motorcycles or bicy- ple by cycle racks or overhanging cargo. Fol- cles, or may only detect them too late.

  • Page 228: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems the side. When you overtake a vehicle, the warning only occurs if the difference in speed is less than 7 mph (12 km/h). The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse gear is engaged. Active Blind Spot Assist is not operational.

  • Page 229: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems you have adopted a sporty driving style with This function is available in the range between high cornering speeds. 40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and 200 km/h). you clearly brake or accelerate. For Active Lane Keeping Assist to assist you a driving safety system intervenes, e.g.
  • Page 230 Driving systems the windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged An inappropriate brake application may be or covered, for instance by a sticker, in the interrupted at any time if you steer slightly in vicinity of the camera the opposite direction. Always make sure that the radar sensors in the front or rear bump- there is sufficient distance on the side for ers or the radiator trim are dirty, e.g.

  • Page 231: Active Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems No lane-correcting brake application occurs you have switched on the turn signals. In this event, the warnings are suppressed for a certain period of time. you clearly and actively steer, brake or a driving safety system intervenes, such accelerate.
  • Page 233 Useful information ......232 Important safety notes ....232 Displays and operation ....232 Menus and submenus ...... 235 Display messages ......251 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......280...

  • Page 234: Useful Information

    Displays and operation sure your vehicle is operating safely at all Useful information times. If the operating safety of your vehicle is This Operator's Manual describes all impaired, pull over as soon as it is safe to do models and all standard and optional equip- so.

  • Page 235: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the Operating the on-board computer engine when the red band is reached. Overview Outside temperature display You should pay special attention to road con- ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point.

  • Page 236: Multifunction Display

    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 (see the separate oper-...

  • Page 237: Odometer

    Menus and submenus Text field : shows the selected menu or Trip menu submenu as well as display messages. Standard display The following messages may appear in the multifunction display: Gearshift recommendation when shifting manually ( page 171) Active Parking Assist ( page 209) CRUISE CRUISE...

  • Page 238: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Digital speedometer From Reset From Reset trip computer is automati- cally reset if the value exceeds 9,999 hours or 99,999 miles. ECO display Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu.

  • Page 239: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Change of direction announced without a are also reset. If you reset the values in the lane recommendation "From start" trip computer, the values in the ECO display are also reset. Navigation system menu Displaying navigation instructions In the Navi Navi...

  • Page 240: Audio Menu

    Menus and submenus Recommended lane and new lane during a To select a stored station: briefly press change of direction ?: in this lane you will be the 9 or : button. able to complete the next two changes of To select a station from the station list: direction without changing lane.

  • Page 241: Telephone Menu

    Menus and submenus If track information is stored on the audio Switch on the mobile phone (see the man- device or medium, the multifunction display ufacturer’s operating instructions). will show the number and title of the track. Switch on COMAND (see the separate operating instructions).

  • Page 242: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus Dialing an entry from the phone book Press the 6 or a button to start dial- ing. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu. To exit the redial memory: press the Press the 9, : or a button to ~ or % button.

  • Page 243: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Displaying the assistance graphic ® It may be best to deactivate ESP in the fol- lowing situations: when using snow chains in deep snow on sand or gravel ® Activating/deactivating ESP on AMG vehi- cles ( page 76). ®...

  • Page 244: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Activating/deactivating ATTENTION Press the a button. ASSIST The current selection is displayed. To activate/deactivate: press the a Press = or ; on the steering wheel button again. to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu. ® When PRE-SAFE Brake is deactivated, the Press 9 or : to select Attention Attention...

  • Page 245: Settings

    Menus and submenus Press the a button. In the Sett Sett menu, you have the following The current selection is displayed. options: Press a to confirm. Changing the instrument cluster settings page 243) Press the : or 9 button to set Off, Standard Standard...

  • Page 246: Permanent Display

    Menus and submenus Selecting the permanent display function Press the : or 9 button to adjust the brightness to any level from Level 1 Level 1 You can determine whether the multifunction Level 5 Level 5 (bright). display permanently shows your speed or the outside temperature.

  • Page 247: Interior Lighting

    Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to adjust the Delayed switch-off of the exterior lighting is brightness to any level from Level 5 Level 5 reactivated the next time you start the (bright). engine. Press the a or % button to save the If you have activated the Surround Light‐...

  • Page 248: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Vehicle occupants – particularly children – could become trapped. There is a risk of injury. Activating/deactivating the automatic While the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is mak- door locking mechanism ing adjustments, make sure that no one has Press the = or ; button on the steer- any body parts in the sweep of the steering ing wheel to select the Sett.
  • Page 249 Menus and submenus Restoring the factory settings Switching the fold-in mirrors when lock- ing feature on/off Press the = or ; button on the steer- This function is only available on vehicles with ing wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu.

  • Page 250: Racetimer

    Menus and submenus Avoid driving at full engine output during this The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a time. closed race circuit. Do not use the function on public roads. If the conditions for the ECO start/stop func- tion are fulfilled and the vehicle is stationary, You can start the RACETIMER when the status indicator B is shown.
  • Page 251 Menus and submenus Overall statistics Stopping the RACETIMER RACETIMER overall evaluation Press the % button on the steering wheel. Total time driven Confirm with a. Average speed Distance covered The RACETIMER interrupts timing if you stop Maximum speed the vehicle and turn the key to position 1 in the ignition lock.
  • Page 252 Menus and submenus 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. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown.

  • Page 253: 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 254: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist), PRE‑SAFE , the HOLD function and hill Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐ start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐...
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. Drive on carefully. Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. ÷...

  • Page 256: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, PRE- ® SAFE , the HOLD function and hill start assist are unavailable due ÷ to a malfunction. Inoperative See Inoperative See BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION Operator's Manual...

  • Page 257: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The brake pads/linings have reached their wear limit. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Brake Pad Check Brake Pad Wear Wear One or more main features of the mbrace system are malfunc- tioning.

  • Page 258: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE ® PRE-SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Functions Cur‐ Functions Cur‐ Possible causes are: rently rently Limited Limited See function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.

  • Page 259: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- Radar Sensors Radar Sensors Dirty See Opera‐ Dirty See Opera‐ tems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: tor's Manual tor's Manual ®...
  • Page 260 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system has malfunctioned at the front on the left or right. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument clus- Front Front Left Left Malfunc‐ Malfunc‐ ter.
  • Page 261 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even Front Passenger Front Passenger Airbag Disabled Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's Operator's Man‐ Man‐ an adult a person larger than a certain size is occupying the front- passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.

  • Page 262: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 52). The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Front Passenger Front Passenger Airbag Enabled Airbag Enabled though: See Operator's Operator's Man‐...

  • Page 263: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Wait for a period of at least 60 seconds until the necessary sys- tem checks have been completed. Make sure that the display messages do not appear in the mul- tifunction display.

  • Page 264: Display Message

    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 265: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The left or right front side marker lamp is defective. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Front Left Check Front Left Sidemarker Lamp Sidemarker Lamp Check Front Right Check Front Right Sidemarker Lamp Sidemarker Lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is defective.

  • Page 266: Display Message

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

  • Page 267: Display Message

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

  • Page 268: Display Message

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

  • Page 269: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions 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. Refuel at the nearest gas station without fail.

  • Page 270: Display Message

    Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone Attention Assist: Attention Assist: also sounds.

  • Page 271: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¨ ° The AIRMATIC function is restricted. The vehicle's handling char- acteristics may be affected. Malfunction Malfunction Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h). Visit a qualified specialist workshop. ë...

  • Page 272: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inop- Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐ erative. Possible causes are: able See Opera‐ able See Opera‐ function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.

  • Page 273: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You have just carried out a large number of turning or parking Park Park Assist Assist Inoper‐ Inoper‐ ative ative maneuvers. Active Parking Assist will become available again after approx- imately ten minutes ( page 209).

  • Page 274: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS is defective. DISTRONIC PLUS DISTRONIC PLUS Inoperative Inoperative The following may have also failed: BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist ® PRE-SAFE Brake Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 275: Display Message

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

  • Page 276: Tire Pressure

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Correct 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 369).
  • Page 277 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The Warning Warning 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 278: Display Message

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Apply Brake Apply Brake You have attempted to shift the transmission to position D, R or N without depressing the brake pedal. to Shift from 'P' to Shift from 'P' Depress the brake pedal.

  • Page 279: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Sedan: the trunk lid is open. Close the trunk lid. Wagon: the tailgate is open. WARNING When the engine is running, exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the tailgate is open. There is a risk of poisoning.

  • Page 280: Keyless-Go

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Your vehicle is outside the network provider's transmitter/ Phone No Service Phone No Service receiver range. Wait until the mobile phone operational readiness symbol appears in the multifunction display. ¥ The washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum.
  • Page 281 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle. A warning tone also sounds. Key Not Detected Key Not Detected If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle (red display message) centrally or start the engine.

  • Page 282: Warning Lamp

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

  • Page 283: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only) You are driving with the parking brake applied. J (Canada only) Release the parking brake. The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases. The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the vehicle is...

  • Page 284: Anti-Lock Braking System

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is deactivated due to a malfunc- tion. Therefore, BAS (Brake Assist System), BAS PLUS with Cross- The yellow ABS warning ® Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS, ESP (Elec- lamp is lit while the...

  • Page 285: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions EBD is not available due to a malfunction. Therefore, ABS, BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION The yellow ABS warning ® ® ® ASSIST PLUS, ESP , PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE...

  • Page 286: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. ® The yellow ESP warn- ing lamp flashes while Cruise control or DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated.

  • Page 287: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PRE- ® ® VENTION ASSIST PLUS, PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE Brake, the HOLD ® The yellow ESP function and hill start assist are unavailable due to a malfunction.

  • Page 288: Emergency Running Mode

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

  • Page 289: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The temperature sensor for the coolant temperature gage is defec- tive. The red coolant warn- ing lamp lights up while The coolant temperature is no longer being monitored. There is a the engine is running risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high.
  • Page 290 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may ing lamp comes on be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc- while the engine is run- tioning.

  • Page 291: Plus

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 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 333).

  • Page 292: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol-...
  • Page 293 Useful information ......292 Stowage areas ........292 Features ..........309...

  • Page 294: Loading Guidelines

    Stowage areas Useful information Always be particularly careful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim. Allow these components to cool down before touch- This Operator's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equip- ing them. ment of your vehicle available at the time of The handling characteristics of a laden vehi- publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 295: Eyeglasses Compartment

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

  • Page 296: Center Console

    Stowage areas Stowage compartment in the center console All models except AMG vehicles To open: pull handle : up. The armrest folds out. All models except AMG vehicles To open: slide cover : forwards until it Depending on the vehicle equipment, a engages.

  • Page 297: Skibag

    Stowage areas Stowage net in the rear To open: pull handle : up and fold cover ; forwards. Stowage net On vehicles with a fire extinguisher, the fire extinguisher is located in the stowage Stowage nets compartment under the driver's seat. Stowage nets are located in the front- Stowage compartment in the rear passenger footwell and on the left-hand side...
  • Page 298 Stowage areas Fold down the rear seat armrest. Pull strap : tight by the loose end until the skis are held firmly inside the skibag. Press release catches ; together and fold down cover :. Engage hook : in securing ring ;. Pull skibag : into the vehicle interior and Pull the strap tight by the loose end.
  • Page 299 Stowage areas Put the skibag into the backrest. Fold down the rear seat armrest. Fold the cover back up. Press release catch :. The flap opens downwards. You should always close the flap in the Observe the loading guidelines ( page 292).
  • Page 300 Stowage areas Move the driver's or front-passenger seat Vehicles with memory function: when you forward if necessary. fold one or both parts of the rear seat back- rest forwards, the respective front seat Fold rear seat backrest : back until it moves forward slightly, when necessary, in engages.
  • Page 301 Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrests forward Vehicles without memory function: if nec- essary, move the driver's or front- ! When folding the rear seat backrest for- passenger seat forward. wards, ensure that there are no items lying Pull the left-hand or right-hand release han- on the seat cushions.

  • Page 302: Securing Cargo

    Stowage areas Trunk/cargo compartment Securing cargo Plastic hooks (Sedan) Cargo tie-down rings : (Sedan) On vehicles without a through-loading feature in the rear bench seat, six plastic hooks are installed to the trunk floor. Cargo tie-down rings General notes Observe the following notes on securing loads: Observe the loading guidelines Cargo tie-down rings : (Wagon)

  • Page 303: Combined Cargo Cover And Net

    Stowage areas side windows. Do not place heavy objects right and guide it forwards by grab han- on top of the cargo compartment cover. dle ; until it is fully retracted. The cargo compartment cover and the cargo Installing/removing the combined net are attached to anchorages on the right cargo cover and net and left in the cargo compartment as a com-...
  • Page 304 Stowage areas Cargo net (Wagon) Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the cargo net cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.

  • Page 305: Coat Hooks

    Stowage areas Cargo net with cargo compartment ! When the EASY-PACK trunk box is pulled enlargement out, no objects may be placed on the frame of the box, nor should the frame be pushed from above. Otherwise, the box could be damaged.
  • Page 306 Stowage areas Pull the box out by handle : in the direc- To remove: turn left-hand rotating catch tion of the arrow all the way to the stop. B counter-clockwise and right-hand rotat- ing catch B clockwise by 90°. Lowering the load surface: push the cen- ter of load surface ;...
  • Page 307 Stowage areas Inserting the brackets into the loading To install: insert two brackets A into the rail left or right loading rail ( page 305). Press release button : of the luggage holder and pull the strap out slightly. Insert luggage holder ; into brackets A and, while doing so, press release button = and push the luggage holder downwards until it engages.

  • Page 308: Compartment Floor

    Stowage areas ton ? and push the rod downwards until it EASY-PACK folding floor with stowage engages. compartment under the cargo com- partment floor (Wagon) Make sure that locking button = on brack- ets ; is pressed. Important safety notes This keeps brackets ;...

  • Page 309: Easy-Pack Rear Sill Protector

    Stowage areas To open: open the tailgate. To install: push EASY-PACK folding lug- gage-compartment floor : to the stop, Holding the ribbing, press handle : down- move it into the 120° position and make wards ;. sure it engages audibly. Handle : folds upwards.

  • Page 310: Roof Carrier

    Vehicles with a steel roof or sliding sunroof (illus- tration) ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- cle.

  • Page 311: Center Console

    Features Cup holder in the front-compartment Features center console Cup holder Important safety notes AMG vehicles: WARNING The cup holder cannot hold a container secure whilst traveling. If you use a cup holder whilst traveling, the container may be flung around and liquid may be spilled.

  • Page 312: Bottle Holder

    Features Cup holder in the rear seat armrest Cup holder in the folding bench seat (Wagon) ! Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded down, as you could otherwise damage it. ! Close the cup holder before folding the rear seat armrest up.

  • Page 313: Overview

    Features Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket Vanity mirror Mirror cover Vanity mirror in the sun visor Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor is clipped into retainer = and mirror cover B has been folded up. Glare from the side Press the outer edge of button : and slide in the direction of the arrow until the bottle...

  • Page 314: Ashtray

    Features Extending/retracting from the driver's close the side window or retract the roller seat sunblind before driving at high speeds. To extend: pull the roller sunblind out by Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the tab : and hook it onto retainers ; at the ignition lock ( page 157).

  • Page 315: Cigarette Lighter

    Features Cigarette lighter Important safety notes WARNING You can burn yourself if you touch the hot heating element or the socket of the cigarette lighter. In addition, flammable materials can ignite if: the hot cigarette lighter falls a child holds the hot cigarette lighter to To open: slide cover : forwards until it objects, for example engages.

  • Page 316: General Notes

    Features Socket in the rear-compartment center 12 V sockets console General notes Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni- tion lock ( page 157). The sockets can be used for accessories with a maximum draw of 180 W (15 A). Accesso- ries include such items as lamps or chargers for mobile phones.

  • Page 317: V Socket

    Features Requirements for operation of these devices: 115 V socket the electronic device that you connect has Important safety notes a suitable connector and conforms to standards specific to the country you are in. DANGER the plug of the electronic device is plugged When a suitable device is connected, the correctly into 115 V power socket.

  • Page 318: General Notes

    Cus- contact one of the following telephone hot- tomer Center lines: a service subscription is available USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance the starter battery is sufficiently charged Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Determining the location of the vehicle on (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007...

  • Page 319: Roadside Assistance

    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 as the following service hotlines: follows: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Press the W or X button on the mul- Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes tifunction steering wheel.

  • Page 320: Roadside Assistance Button

    GPS system) Wait for a voice connection to the vehicle identification number Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- ter. information on the severity of the accident After the emergency call, close cover :. Shortly after the emergency call has been ini-...

  • Page 321: Mb Info Call Button

    Features Press Roadside Assistance button :. The system has not been able to initiate a This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance call, if: Customer Assistance Center. the indicator lamp for Roadside Assis- The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance tance call button : is flashing continu- button : flashes while the call is active.

  • Page 322: Call Failed

    Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- location. ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. USA only: you can find further information on Downloading destinations in COMAND the mbrace system under "Owners Online"...

  • Page 323: Search & Send

    ® Google Maps can be transferred via mbrace sent. directly to your vehicle's navigation system. If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehi- Specifying and sending the destination cles with mbrace and activated mbrace address accounts: Go to the website http://...
  • Page 324 You will be asked for your password. the Internet, under the "Owners Online" Return to your vehicle at the time agreed section upon with the Mercedes-Benz Customer ® the telephone application (e.g. for iPhone Assistance Center. Android) USA only: alternatively, the vehicle can be...

  • Page 325: Downloading Routes

    You are then, for example, guided to nection is re-established after the transfer is the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- complete. If necessary, you will be contacted ter or a recovery vehicle is called.

  • Page 326: General Notes

    The area can be determined as either a circle garage door opener, contact an authorized or a polygon with a maximum of ten corners. Mercedes-Benz Center. You can specify up to ten areas simultane-...

  • Page 327: Important Safety Notes

    Features Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink hotline 1-800-355-3515 (free of charge) ® More information on HomeLink and/or compatible products is also available online Garage door remote control A is not inclu- at http://www.homelink.com.
  • Page 328 Features Notes on programming the remote con- ing button on the rear-view mirror. When trol doing so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. Canadian radio frequency laws require a The required distance between remote "break" (or interruption) of the transmission control A and the integrated garage door signals after broadcasting for a few seconds.

  • Page 329: Floormats

    Features Opening/closing the garage door system. Several attempts might be neces- sary. You should test every position for at After it has been programmed, the integrated least 25 seconds before trying another garage door opener performs the function of position. the garage door system remote control.
  • Page 330 Features securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another. Slide the seat backwards. To install: place the floormat in the foot- well.
  • Page 331 Useful information ......330 Engine compartment ......330 Maintenance ........334 Care ............ 335...

  • Page 332: 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 equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 333: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment Closing the hood WARNING When the hood is open and the windshield Lower the hood and let it fall from a height wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by of approximately 8 in (20 cm). the wiper linkage.

  • Page 334: Dipstick

    You can obtain a list of the engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center. Damage to the engine or exhaust system is caused by the following:...
  • Page 335 Engine compartment engine or to the catalytic converter. Have WARNING excess engine oil siphoned off. The engine cooling system is pressurized, par- ticularly when the engine is warm. When opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot coolant spraying out. There is a risk of injury. Let the engine cool down before opening the cap.

  • Page 336: Maintenance

    If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- ing you to add washer fluid ( page 278). ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Further information on windshield washer Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far fluid/antifreeze ( page 418).

  • Page 337: Care

    Press the 9 or : button to select the can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- ASSYST PLUS ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm by shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- pressing the a button. ter. The service due date appears in the multi- function display.

  • Page 338: Automatic Car Wash

    Otherwise, the Use care products and cleaning agents rec- automatic transmission selects park ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. position P automatically and locks the wheels. You can prevent this by shifting the automatic transmission to N before- Washing the vehicle and cleaning the hand.

  • Page 339: Power Washers

    Use a soft sponge to clean. trim Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. ventilation slots Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a Damaged seals or electrical components gentle jet of water.

  • Page 340: Matte Finish

    The vehicle should preferably be washed surface, use the paint care products recom- by hand using a soft sponge, car shampoo mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. and plenty of water. This is the case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate con- Use only insect remover and car shampoo ditions and the care product used.

  • Page 341: Exterior Lights

    Deposits such as leaves, petals lighting using a wet sponge and a mild and pollen may under certain circumstan- cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car ces prevent water from draining away. This shampoo or cleaning cloths. can lead to corrosion damage and damage to electronic components.

  • Page 342: Camera

    Care Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean cloths. camera lens :. Cleaning the sensors Cleaning the 360° camera ! If you clean the sensors with a power ! Do not clean the camera lens and the area washer, make sure that you keep a dis- around the 360°...

  • Page 343: Interior Care

    This could lead to irrepara- mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ble damage to the display. Before cleaning the display, make sure that Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- it is switched off and has cooled down.

  • Page 344: Carpets

    It may otherwise Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- become rough and cracked. ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Only use leather care agents that have been tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. You can obtain these from a quali- fied specialist workshop.
  • Page 345 Useful information ......344 Where will I find...? ......344 Flat tire ..........345 Battery (vehicle) ........ 349 Jump-starting ........353 Towing and tow-starting ....355 Fuses ..........358...

  • Page 346: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? Useful information Towing eye Jack This Operator's Manual describes all Alignment bolt models and all standard and optional equip- Fuse allocation chart ment of your vehicle available at the time of Lug wrench publication of the Operator's Manual. Open the trunk lid/tailgate.

  • Page 347: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Vehicles with a collapsible spare wheel Secure the vehicle against rolling away page 179). If possible, bring the front wheels into the straight-ahead position. Vehicles with AIRMATIC: make sure that "normal" level is selected ( page 202). Switch off the engine. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 348: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire MOExtended tires may only be used in con- A TIREFIT kit may be obtained from a quali- junction with an active tire pressure monitor. fied specialist workshop. If the pressure loss warning message Important safety notes appears in the multifunction display: Observe the instructions in the display WARNING messages (...
  • Page 349 Flat tire Using the TIREFIT kit There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive the vehicle. Contact a qualified specialist workshop. WARNING The tire sealant is harmful and causes irrita- tion. It must not come into contact with your skin, eyes or clothing or be swallowed.
  • Page 350 Flat tire Tire pressure not reached If a pressure of 180 kPa (1.8 bar/26 psi) has not been attained after five minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor. Unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the faulty tire. Very slowly drive forwards or reverse approximately 30 ft (10 m).

  • Page 351: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Therefore, place the filler hose in the plastic bag which contained the TIREFIT kit. 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 attained after five minutes: Switch off the tire inflation compressor.
  • Page 352 Battery (vehicle) WARNING WARNING Work carried out incorrectly on the battery During the charging process, a battery produ- can lead, for example, to a short circuit and ces hydrogen gas. If a short circuit occurs or thus damage the vehicle electronics. This can sparks are created, the hydrogen gas can lead to function restrictions applying to ignite.
  • Page 353 For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- clamp and then the positive terminal mends that you only use batteries which have clamp. Never swap the terminal clamps.

  • Page 354: Charging The Battery

    Ensure there is sufficient vehicle unless a battery charger unit ventilation while charging and jump-starting. approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used. A Do not lean over a battery. battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and...

  • Page 355: 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 356 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 357: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting Slide cover : of positive terminal ; in the direction of the arrow. Connect positive terminal ; on your vehicle to positive terminal = of donor battery B using the jumper cable, always begin with positive terminal ; on your own vehicle first. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and run it at idling speed.

  • Page 358: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting ! When towing, pull away slowly and Installing/removing the towing eye smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, Installing the towing eye the vehicles could be damaged. ! Do not tow with sling-type equipment. WARNING This could damage the vehicle. The exhaust tail pipe may be very hot.

  • Page 359: With The Rear Axle Raised

    Towing and tow-starting Only possible for vehicles without Towing a vehicle with both axles on 4MATIC. the ground Switch on the hazard warning lamps It is important that you observe the safety page 131). instructions when towing away your vehicle Bring the front wheels into the straight- page 355).

  • Page 360: Fuses Allocation Chart

    344). ! Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which Fuse box in the engine compartment have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Otherwise, components or sys- Observe the important safety notes tems could be damaged.

  • Page 361: Fuses

    Fuses Fuse box in the trunk WARNING When the hood is open and the windshield Observe the important safety notes wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by page 358) the wiper linkage. There is a risk of injury. ! Make sure that no moisture can enter the Always switch off the windshield wipers and fuse box when the cover is open.
  • Page 362 Fuses Open the tailgate. To open: pull handle : on the cover. Open the cover downwards. Swing paneling ; forwards.

  • Page 363: Wheels And Tires

    Useful information ......362 Important safety notes ....362 Operation ........... 362 Winter operation ....... 364 Tire pressure ........366 Loading the vehicle ......372 All about wheels and tires ....376 Changing a wheel ......384 Wheel and tire combinations ... 389 Emergency spare wheel ....

  • Page 364: Useful Information

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

  • Page 365: Wet Road Surface

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

  • Page 366: M+S Tires

    (hydroplaning). nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept Replace the tires after six years at the lat- responsibility for this type of damage. est, regardless of wear.

  • Page 367: Winter Operation

    Use M+S tires of the same make and tread on by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding all wheels to maintain safe handling charac- standard of quality.

  • Page 368: Recommended

    Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard Tire pressure Tire pressure specifications Important safety notes WARNING Underinflated or overinflated tires pose the following risks: the tires may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase. the tires may wear excessively and/or unevenly, which may greatly impair tire Recommended tire pressures traction.

  • Page 369: Tire Pressure

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

  • Page 370: Maximum

    Tire pressure The tires are cold: Underinflated tires may: if the vehicle has been parked without overheat, leading to tire defects direct sunlight on the tires for at least three adversely affect handling hours and wear excessively and/or unevenly if the vehicle has been driven for less than have an adverse effect on fuel consumption 1 mile (1.6 km).

  • Page 371: Tire Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure tire pressures in all four tires. The tire pres- The actual values for tires are vehicle- sure monitor warns you if the pressure drops specific and may deviate from the values in in one or more of the tires. The tire pressure the illustration.
  • Page 372 Tire pressure saved as new reference values. As a result, a flated tire causes the tire to overheat and can warning message will appear if the tire pres- lead to tire failure. sure drops significantly. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency The tire pressure monitor does not warn you and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's of an incorrectly set tire pressure.

  • Page 373: Restarting

    Tire pressure Tire pressure monitor warning mes- than those shown by the on-board computer. sages In this case, do not reduce the tire pressures. The operation of the tire pressure monitor can If the tire pressure monitor detects a pressure be affected by interference from radio trans- loss in one or more tires, a warning message mitting equipment (e.g.

  • Page 374: Loading

    Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- uation on the Tire and Loading Information sure monitor placard on the driver's side B-pillar ( page 366). Country Radio type approval number Additional tire pressure values for different loads can also be found on the tire pressure FCC ID: MRXMW2433A table on the inside of the fuel filler flap FCC ID: MRXGG4...

  • Page 375: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle The maximum gross axle weight rating is specific and may differ from that in the the maximum weight that can be carried illustration. You can find the valid maximum by one axle (front or rear axle). Never permissible gross vehicle weight rating for exceed the maximum load or the maxi- your vehicle on the Tire and Loading Infor-...
  • Page 376 Loading the vehicle your vehicle’s Tire and Loading Information placard. Step 2: Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. Step 3: Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilo- grams or XXX lbs.
  • Page 377 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 372).

  • Page 378: Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards

    All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò (maximum gross vehi- 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = cle weight rating from 750 lbs (340 kg)

  • Page 379: All About Wheels And Tires

    All passenger car tires must conform to the ing point. statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum...
  • Page 380 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards page 382)
  • Page 381 All about wheels and tires lated by dividing the tire width by the tire Index Speed rating height. up to 112 mph (180 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents up to 118 mph (190 km/h) diagonal tires;...

  • Page 382: Load Index

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

  • Page 383: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires ble load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on by the manufacturer as a code to describe the driver's side ( page 372).
  • Page 384 All about wheels and tires DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire identifica- the United States Department of Transporta- tion. It specifies the speed range for which the tion.
  • Page 385 All about wheels and tires Curb weight Tread The weight of a vehicle with standard equip- The part of the tire that comes into contact ment including the maximum capacity of fuel, with the road. oil and coolant. It also includes the air-condi- Bead tioning system and optional equipment if The tire bead ensures that the tire sits...

  • Page 386: Occupant Distribution

    Changing a wheel Occupant distribution Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at page 385). their designated seating positions. The wear patterns on the front and rear tires Total load limit differ, depending on the operating conditions.

  • Page 387: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from nents damaged in this way may fail unexpect- rolling away edly. There is a risk of an accident. Do not use power washers with circular jet nozzles to clean the vehicle. Have damaged tires or chassis components replaced imme- diately.

  • Page 388: Raising The Vehicle

    To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.
  • Page 389 Changing a wheel To remove: turn the center cover of hub cap : counter-clockwise and remove. To install: before installing, ensure that hub cap : is in the open position. To do so, turn the center cover counter-clockwise. Put hub cap : in position and turn the center cover clockwise until you feel and hear hub cap : engage.

  • Page 390: Mounting A New Wheel

    For safety rea- you screw them in. sons, 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 repo- sitioning of the wheel, the wheel rim can strike the ceramic-brake disc and damage it.

  • Page 391: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Wheel and tire combinations checked at a qualified specialist workshop General notes after a wheel is changed. ! For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz rec- ! Vehicles with a collapsible spare ommends that you only use tires and wheel: before lowering the vehicle, inflate...
  • Page 392 Wheel and tire combinations wheels or accessories other than those tes- tires. Winter tires are not available at the ted and approved. factory as standard equipment or optional extras. Information on tires, wheels and approved combinations can be obtained from any If you would like to equip your vehicle with qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 393: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires E 250 BlueTEC Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) FA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) RA: 265/35 R18 97 Y XL RA: 9.0 J x 18 H2...
  • Page 394 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Tires Alloy wheels...
  • Page 395 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S i...
  • Page 396 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S...
  • Page 397 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2...
  • Page 398 Wheel and tire combinations E 350 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) All-weather tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2...
  • Page 399 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 245/40 R18 97 H XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) E 400 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 W Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 Y XL...
  • Page 400 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 H XL M+S Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 245/45 R17 99 H XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2...
  • Page 401 Wheel and tire combinations E 400 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 W Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.0 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 8.5 J x 17 H2 BA: 245/45 R17 95 W...
  • Page 402 Wheel and tire combinations Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) BA: 245/40 R18 97 Y XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels...
  • Page 403 Wheel and tire combinations All-weather tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels BA: 245/40 R18 97 V XL M+S i BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) E 63 AMG...
  • Page 404 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 255/40 R18 99 V XL M+Si RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) Tires Alloy wheels...
  • Page 405 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 7, 10 FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) 7, 9, 10 RA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S i RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2...
  • Page 406 Emergency spare wheel Replace the tires after six years at the latest, Emergency spare wheel regardless of wear. This also applies to the Important safety notes emergency spare wheel. WARNING When you are driving with the emergency spare wheel mounted, the tire pressure The wheel or tire size as well as the tire type of monitor cannot function reliably.

  • Page 407: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Take the following steps to stow a used col- Removing the emergency spare wheel lapsible spare wheel. It will not otherwise fit (Wagon) into the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have this work per- formed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
  • Page 408 Emergency spare wheel button ; until the correct tire pressure has been reached. Unscrew air hose union nut : from the valve. Screw the cap onto the valve of the col- lapsible spare wheel again. Stow connector ? and the hose in the lower section of the tire inflation compres- sor.

  • Page 409: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Technical data All vehicles (except AMG vehicles) "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Models with 4-cylinder engine Tires Alloy wheels T 155/70 R17 110 M 4.0 B x 17 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.54 in (39 mm) Models with 6-cylinder engine Tires Alloy wheels...

  • Page 411: Technical Data

    Useful information ......410 Information regarding technical data ............ 410 Identification plates ......410 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 411 Vehicle data ........419...

  • Page 412: Operation

    The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only) an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim Paint code levels. The data shown on the vehicle identifica- tion plate is used only as an example.

  • Page 413: Engine Number

    Emission control information plate, http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. including the certification of both federal You can recognize service products approved and Californian emissions standards by Mercedes-Benz by the following inscrip- Engine number (stamped into the crank- tion on the containers: case) MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51) VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) MB Approval (e.g.

  • Page 414: Grade (Gasoline)

    Gasoline may only be mixed 21.1 US gal (80.0 l) with cleaning additives recommended by Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can All other models 21.1 US gal (80.0 l) obtain further information from any author-...

  • Page 415: Diesel

    ! To ensure the longevity and full perform- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. ance of the engine, only premium-grade unleaded gasoline must be used. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use If standard unleaded gasoline is unavaila- branded fuels that have additives. ble and you have to refuel with unleaded...

  • Page 416: Flexible Fuel Vehicles

    Bio-diesel – FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The ing.

  • Page 417: Important Safety Notes

    411). The engine oils are matched to the perform- Purity ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. You should therefore only use ! Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other ser- engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vice products, cleaning agents or dust) lead vehicles with maintenance systems.

  • Page 418: Additives

    Service products and filling capacities Additives ter. Or visit the website http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com. ! Do not use any additives in the engine oil. The table shows which engine oils have been This could damage the engine. approved for your vehicle. Missing values were not available at time of Engine oil viscosity going to print.

  • Page 419: Important Safety Notes

    Further information on coolants can be tion. found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications The coolant is checked with every main- for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. tenance interval at a qualified specialist on the Internet at workshop.

  • Page 420: Refrigerant

    ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG ! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be the washer fluid container. Otherwise, the used. The approved PAG oil may not be level sensor may be damaged.

  • Page 421: Refrigerant Filling Capacity

    Vehicle data applicable regulations must be adhered to, All other models Capacity SAE standard J639 included. Refrigerant 20.8 ± 0.4 oz Always have work on the climate control sys- tem carried out at a qualified specialist work- (590 ± 10 g) shop.
  • Page 422 Vehicle data Missing values were not available at time of Model, Sedan Vehicle height going to print. E 550 4MATIC Model All other models 58.1 in (1477 mm) Opening Max. height headroom Model, Wagon Vehicle height E 550 4MATIC — —...
  • Page 423 Vehicle data E 63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle height E 63 AMG S-MODEL 4MATIC Sedan 57.7 in (1466 mm) Wagon (E 63 AMG S- 59.9 in MODEL 4MATIC only) (1522 mm)

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