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Order no. 6515 3655 13 Part no. 212 584 75 02 Edition A-2016
E-Class
Sedan and Wagon
Operator's Manual
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :

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  • Page 1 E-Class Sedan and Wagon Operator's Manual É2125847502VËÍ 2125847502 Order no. 6515 3655 13 Part no. 212 584 75 02 Edition A-2016 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
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  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instruc- tions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 4 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 35 Digital Operator's Manual ....25 Safety ........... 47 Introduction ......... 27 Opening and closing ......89 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 113 Lights and windshield wipers ..119 Climate control ......... 129 Driving and parking ......
  • Page 6 Index Adaptive Brake Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ........ 80 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..167 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Adaptive Highbeam Assist tion System) Display message ......191 4MATIC (permanent all-wheel Function/notes ......122 drive) Switching on/off ......
  • Page 7 Components ........216 Automatic transmission emer- Controller ........222 gency mode ........144 Display ........... 217 Functions ........216 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center see Qualified specialist workshop Back button ........222 Authorized workshop BAS (Brake Assist System) ....76 see Qualified specialist workshop...
  • Page 8 Index Activating/deactivating (on- Buttons and controller ...... 222 board computer) ......190 Notes/function ......178 see Active Blind Spot Assist California BlueTEC Important notice for retail cus- Adding DEF ........149 tomers and lessees ......29 BlueTEC (DEF) ........341 Calling up a malfunction ®...
  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Index Cargo tie down rings ......242 Problem with the rear window defroster ........133 Problems with cooling with air see also Digital Operator's Man- dehumidification ......133 ual ..........214 Rear control panel ......132 CD player (on-board computer) ..190 Refrigerant ........
  • Page 10 Index Coolant (engine) Declarations of conformity ....31 Checking the level ......265 Display message ......199 Adding ........... 149 Filling capacity ....... 343 Filling capacity ....... 341 Important safety notes ....342 Important safety notes ....341 Temperature (on-board com- Delayed switch-off puter) ..........
  • Page 11 Doors Traffic Sign Assist ......176 Driving tips Driving abroad AMG ceramic brakes ..... 154 Mercedes-Benz Service ....266 Driving on flooded roads ....155 Automatic transmission ....144 Driving safety systems Brakes ........... 154 Break-in period ......136 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
  • Page 12 Index see also Digital Operator's Man- Vehicle ..........96 Emergency spare wheel ual ..........214 General notes ........ 329 Important safety notes ....329 Removing ........329 Storage location ......329 see Fuel Stowing .......... 330 EASY-ENTRY feature Technical data ....... 332 Activating/deactivating ....
  • Page 13 Index Flat tire Activating/deactivating (on- board computer, except AMG MOExtended tires ......272 vehicles) ........190 Preparing the vehicle ..... 271 AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 190 TIREFIT kit ........273 Characteristics ......... 81 see Emergency spare wheel Deactivating/activating (button Floormats ...........
  • Page 14 Index Home address see also Digital Operator's Man- Garage door opener ual ..........214 Clearing the memory ..... 259 Hood General notes ........ 256 Closing ........... 263 Important safety notes ....257 Display message ......201 Opening/closing the garage door .. 259 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 15 Index Automatic headlamp mode .... 121 ® iPod Cornering light function ....121 see also Digital Operator's Man- Hazard warning lamps ....120 ual ..........214 High beam flasher ......121 High-beam headlamps ....121 Light switch ........120 Jack Low-beam headlamps ....
  • Page 16 Index Low-beam headlamps Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Display message ......191 360°camera ........173 Switching on/off ......121 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..75 Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load- Active Blind Spot Assist ....180 securing kit) ........247 Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 183 Lumbar support Active Parking Assist .....
  • Page 17 Index Menu (on-board computer) .... 190 Transmission output (maximum) ..334 Occupant Classification System Modifying the programming (OCS) (SmartKey) ........... 92 Conditions ........58 MOExtended tires ......272 Faults ..........62 Mounting wheels Operation ......... 58 Lowering the vehicle ...... 313 System self-test .......
  • Page 18 Index Operation ........189 Position of exterior mirror, front- RACETIMER ........190 passenger side ....... 117 Service menu ......... 190 Rear view camera ......171 Settings menu ....... 190 see PARKTRONIC Parking aid Standard display ......190 Telephone menu ......190 Active Parking Assist .....
  • Page 19 General notes ........ 140 Rear-view mirror Anti-glare (manual) ......117 Dipping (automatic) ....... 117 QR code Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys- Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 tem) Rescue card ........33 Important safety notes ....344 Qualified specialist workshop ... 31 Refueling Fuel gauge ........
  • Page 20 Index Reversing feature Switching belt adjustment on/off Panorama sliding sunroof ....107 (on-board computer) ...... 190 Roller sunblinds ......109 Warning lamp ......... 202 Side windows ......... 104 Warning lamp (function) ....54 Seats Sliding sunroof ....... 107 Trunk lid/tailgate ......97 Active multicontour seat ....
  • Page 21 Index Setting the time Rear compartment ......251 Spare wheel see also Digital Operator's Man- ual ..........214 Stowing .......... 330 Settings Special seat belt retractor ....69 Factory (on-board computer) ..190 Specialist workshop ......31 On-board computer ....... 190 Speed, controlling SETUP (on-board computer) .....
  • Page 22 Index Stowage areas ........238 Emergency spare wheel ....332 Stowage compartments Information ........334 Tires/wheels ......... 314 Armrest (under) ......239 Vehicle data ........344 Center console ......239 Telephone Cup holders ........251 Accepting a call ..... 190, 231 Display message) ......
  • Page 23 Index Reached (TIREFIT) ......274 Load index (definition) ....307 Recommended ....... 291 Maximum load on a tire (defini- Tire pressure monitor tion) ..........308 Checking the tire pressure elec- Maximum loaded vehicle weight tronically ........296 (definition) ........307 Function/notes ......
  • Page 24 Index Towing a trailer Trunk lid Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ..268 Display message ......191 Opening dimensions ...... 344 ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Trunk load (maximum) ...... 344 gram) ..........84 Turn signals Towing away Important safety guidelines ... 281 Changing bulbs (front) ....
  • Page 25 Index Vehicle dimensions ......344 Checking ........289 Cleaning ......... 268 Vehicle emergency locking ....96 Emergency spare wheel ....329 Vehicle identification number General notes ........ 314 see VIN Important safety notes ....288 Vehicle identification plate ....336 Information on driving ....
  • Page 26: Switching On/Off

    Index ZONE function Switching on/off ......133 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 27: Digital Operator's Manual

    Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operation Calling up the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- mation about the safe operation of your vehi- cle. The Digital Operator's Manual addition- Press the Ø button in the center con- ally describes further functions and equip- sole.
  • Page 28 Digital Operator's Manual To select information texts or save bookmarks: slide 9 the controller to the right ;. To select a link: slide 6 the controller downwards =. To exit a content page: select the % symbol ?. To call up the basic menu of the Digital Operator's Manual: select Þ...
  • Page 29: Introduction

    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 30: Service And Warranty Information

    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 31: 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 32: 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 33: Diagnostics Connection

    (1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These Qualified specialist workshop devices must accept any interference, includ- An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a ing interference that may cause undesired qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec- operation of the device."...
  • Page 34: 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 35: Data Recording

    Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 36: Copyright

    Introduction ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- sonnel. MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee.
  • Page 37 Cockpit ..........36 Instrument cluster ......37 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 39 Center console ........41 Overhead control panel ...... 44 Door control panel ......45 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 38: Cockpit

    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 39: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays Function Page Function Page Fuel gage Speedometer with seg- ments Fuel filler flap location indi- cator 8: the fuel filler Multifunction display cap is on the right-hand side. Tachometer Coolant temperature Information on displaying the outside tem- perature in the multifunction display can be found under "Outside temperature display"...
  • Page 40: 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 41: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Rejects or ends a call Audio 20 or COMAND dis- Exits the telephone book/ play redial memory Vehicles with Audio 20: Makes or accepts a call switches on voice-operated Switches to the redial mem- control for navigation (see manufacturer's operating...
  • Page 42 Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page (see the manufacturer's Operating Instructions) Back Vehicles with COMAND: Vehicles with Audio 20: switches off the Voice Con- switches off voice-operated trol System (see the sepa- control of the navigation rate Operating Instruc- tions) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 43: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Audio system or COMAND 4 5 Indicator lamp c Seat heating ATA indicator lamp s Seat ventilation Ü Retracts the rear seat head restraints (Wagon) c PARKTRONIC u Sedan: rear window ¤...
  • Page 44 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 sion setting É Sets the vehicle level I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 45: Lower Section (Amg Vehicles)

    Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Ashtray ß Calls up or saves the suspension setting Cigarette lighter à Adjusts the suspen- Engages park position P sion setting Selector lever ® å ESP Cup holder Drive program selector Stowage compartment with Media Interface...
  • Page 46: 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 Voice Con- hand reading lamp on/off...
  • Page 47: Door 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 48 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 49: Safety

    Useful information ......48 Panic alarm .......... 48 Occupant safety ........48 Children in the vehicle ......68 Pets in the vehicle ....... 75 Driving safety systems ....... 75 Protection against theft ..... 87 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 50: Useful Information

    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 can reduce the risk of ment of your vehicle available at the time of vehicle occupants coming into contact with publication of the Operator's Manual.
  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 deactivated or enabled; retractor locks.
  • Page 53 For this reason, always secure persons under Only use seat belts that have been approved 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Any such systems. modifications could invalidate the vehicle's general operating permit.
  • Page 54: 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 50) and the notes on correct use of belt buckle belonging to that seat.
  • Page 55: Seat Belt Adjustment

    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 56: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on Air bags and off in the on-board computer. Introduction Belt warning for the driver and front The installation point of an air bag can be rec- passenger ognized by the AIR BAG symbol. An air bag complements the correctly fas- The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the instru- tened seat belt.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety Objects in the vehicle interior may pre- Only hold the steering wheel on the out- vent an air bag from functioning correctly. side. This allows the air bag to be fully deployed. Before starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air bag as it Always lean against the backrest while driv- deploys, make sure that:...
  • Page 58: 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 49).
  • Page 59: 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 60: 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 61 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 62: System Self-Test

    The result of the mends that you only use seat accessories classification is dependent on, among that have been approved by Mercedes-Benz. other factors, the child restraint system If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not and the child's stature.
  • Page 63 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 64 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 65 Occupant safety be released. The 6 restraint system warn- Deployment of Emergency Tensioning ing lamp lights up. Devices and air bags Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Important safety notes hearing. The powder that is released gener- ally does not constitute a health hazard, but it WARNING may cause short-term breathing difficulties in...
  • Page 66 Occupant safety 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. This is the situations: case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affected and the rate of decel- Front air bags and driver's knee bag eration is not high.
  • Page 67: 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 68 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 69: 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 70: 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 71: Child Restraint System

    You can obtain further information about the Always comply with the child restraint sys- correct child restraint system from any tem manufacturer's installation instruc- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. tions. Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt WARNING outlet.
  • Page 72: 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 the event of an accident, heavy braking or a ards 213 and 225 sudden change in direction.
  • Page 73: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle dent, heavy braking or sudden changes of 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.
  • Page 74 Children in the vehicle Move head restraint : upwards. Fold up cover ; of Top Tether anchorage Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system with Top Tether. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so. Route Top Tether belt = under head restraint : between the two head restraint bars.
  • Page 75: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    For head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises backrest and the head restraint position that you install the child restraint system on a accordingly.
  • Page 76: Rear Doors

    Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks for the rear doors Override feature for: the rear doors ( page 74) the rear side windows ( page 74) WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake.
  • Page 77: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems ation is possible using the switches in the ® PRE-SAFE Brake ( page 84) rear compartment. STEER CONTROL ( page 86) Pets in the vehicle Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you WARNING are inattentive, the driving safety systems can If you leave animals unattended or unsecured...
  • Page 78: Bas (Brake Assist System)

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes Important safety notes Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tion ( page 75). tion ( page 75). WARNING WARNING If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance braking.
  • Page 79: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems brake system is still available with complete there are strong radar reflections, for brake boosting effect and BAS. example in parking garages a narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a Observe the restrictions described in the motorbike "Important safety notes"...
  • Page 80: Plus

    Driving safety systems pressure will be carried out at the last possi- COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS can ble moment. help you to minimize the risk of a front-end collision with a vehicle ahead or reduce the When driving at a speed above 20 mph effects of such a collision.
  • Page 81: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems Function the radar sensor checked at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. This also applies to colli- Starting at a speed of around 4 mph (7 km/h), sions at low speeds where there is no visible the distance warning function warns you if damage to the front of the vehicle.
  • Page 82: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems With the help of adaptive Brake Assist, the ® passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE distance warning signal can detect obstacles are activated simultaneously. that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time. Adaptive Brake Assist If adaptive Brake Assist detects a risk of col- Observe the "Important safety notes"...
  • Page 83: Ets/4Ets (Electronic Traction System)

    Driving safety systems or more wheels are braked to stabilize the If the ÷ warning lamp and the å warn- vehicle. The engine output is also modified to ® ing lamp are lit continuously, ESP not avail- keep the vehicle on the desired course within able due to a malfunction.
  • Page 84 Driving safety systems You can select between the following states ® If you deactivate ESP ® of ESP ® no longer improves driving stability. ® is activated. engine torque is no longer limited and the drive wheels are able to spin. ®...
  • Page 85 Driving safety systems In the following situations, it may be better to ® To activate ESP : briefly press button :. activate SPORT handling mode or deactivate ® The å ESP OFF warning lamp in the ® instrument cluster goes out. The ÷ message appears in the multifunction dis- when using snow chains play.
  • Page 86: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes ® PRE-SAFE Brake is no longer available, it is also not activated if you brake firmly and Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- ® intervenes. tion for driving safety systems ( page 75). ® still provides support when you brake WARNING firmly.
  • Page 87: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems In order to maintain the appropriate distance ® PRE-SAFE Brake detects pedestrians using to the vehicle in front and thus prevent a col- typical characteristics such as the body con- lision, you must apply the brakes yourself. tours and posture of a person standing upright.
  • Page 88: Steer Control

    Driving safety systems Recognition by the camera system is also Brake immediately to defuse the situation. impaired in the event of: dirt on the camera or if the camera is cov- Take evasive action provided it is safe to do ered there is glare on the camera system, e.g.
  • Page 89: Protection Against Theft

    (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), SmartKey. the system is not operational. Contact an The alarm is switched off. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or Remove the Start/Stop button from the 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada). ignition lock.
  • Page 90 Protection against theft To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle. The Smart- Key must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off. Press the Start/Stop button on the dash- board. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle.
  • Page 91 Useful information ......90 SmartKey ..........90 Doors ............ 95 Trunk/cargo compartment ....96 Side windows ........104 Sliding sunroof ........106 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 92: 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 93: Locking

    SmartKey signal can be activated and deactivated using To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner the on-board computer ( page 190). surface of the door handle. When it is dark, the surround lighting also To lock the vehicle: touch sensor sur- comes on if it is activated in the on-board face :.
  • Page 94: Inserting

    SmartKey lights up once, then KEYLESS-GO is deac- If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical tivated. key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked automatically. To activate: press any button on the SmartKey or insert the SmartKey into the To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the ignition lock.
  • Page 95: 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 96: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 93) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.
  • Page 97: Doors

    Doors Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have lost the Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. mechanical key. If necessary, have the locks changed as well. The engine cannot be the on-board voltage is too low. started using the Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g.
  • Page 98: Trunk/Cargo Compartment

    Trunk/cargo compartment Take the mechanical key out of the Smart- Unlocking the driver's door (mechan- Key ( page 92). ical key) Insert the mechanical key into the lock of If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the driver's door as far as it will go. the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
  • Page 99: Trunk Lid/Tailgate

    Trunk/cargo compartment Ideally, place luggage or loads in the trunk/ trunk lid/tailgate opens again automatically. cargo compartment. Observe the loading The automatic reversing feature is only an aid guidelines ( page 238). and is not a substitute for your attentiveness to the trunk lid/tailgate while it is closing.
  • Page 100: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)

    Trunk/cargo compartment ually. If you release the handle, the tailgate Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the opens automatically. closing area during the closing process. Use one of the following options to stop the Closing closing process: press the F button on the SmartKey.
  • Page 101: Hands-Free Access

    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 102 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 103: 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 SmartKey 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 104: Limiting The Opening Angle

    Trunk/cargo compartment Tailgate opening dimensions Limiting the opening angle of the tail- page 344). 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 105: 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 106: Side Windows

    Side windows Opening 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. WARNING If children operate the side windows they could become trapped, particularly if they are left unsupervised.
  • Page 107: Resetting

    Side windows Information in the Digital Operator's Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Opening and closing the side windows Convenience opening Convenience closing feature Resetting the side windows I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 108: Sliding Sunroof

    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 109: 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 110: Sliding Panel Important Safety Notes

    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 111: Resetting

    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/closing process is briefly stop- ped. The roller sunblind then returns to its ini- tial position. The roller sunblind shields the vehicle interior from sunlight.
  • Page 112 Sliding sunroof until the panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel is fully closed ( page 109). 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 113 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a sliding sunroof or a panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel. In this section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to both types of sliding sunroof. WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force.
  • Page 114 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 115 Useful information ......114 Correct driver's seat position ..114 Seats ..........115 Steering wheel ........117 Mirrors ..........117 Memory function ....... 117 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 116: 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 117: Seats

    Seats Adjusting the steering wheel electrically WARNING page 117) If the head restraints are not installed or not When adjusting the steering wheel, make adjusted correctly, they cannot provide pro- sure that: tection as intended. There is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g.
  • Page 118: Active Multicontour Seat

    Seats Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support ! To avoid damage to the seats and the seat heating, observe the following information: Folding bench seat in the cargo compart- ment (Wagon) keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If Switching the seat ventilation on/off liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible.
  • Page 119: Steering Wheel

    Memory function Driver's and front-passenger seat: the sys- WARNING tem automatically switches down from level 3 Children could injure themselves if they to level 2 after approximately eight minutes. adjust the steering wheel. There is a risk of Rear seat: the system automatically injury.
  • Page 120 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 121 Useful information ......120 Exterior lighting ........ 120 Interior lighting ......... 123 Replacing bulbs ......... 123 Windshield wipers ......125 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 122: Useful Information

    ( page 31). Exterior lighting General notes 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...
  • Page 123: Automatic Headlamp Mode

    Exterior lighting Information in the Digital Operator's Cornering light function Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamps Low-beam headlamps Rear fog lamp Parking lamps Standing lamps The cornering light function improves the illu- mination of the road over a wide angle in the Combination switch direction you are turning, enabling better vis-...
  • Page 124: 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 125: Interior Lighting

    Replacing bulbs 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 126: Changing Bulbs

    Replacing bulbs Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube with your bare hands. If necessary, clean the glass tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and rub it off with a lint-free cloth. Protect bulbs from moisture during opera- tion.
  • Page 127: Windshield Wipers

    Windshield wipers Turn signal (static LED headlamps) ° Continuous wipe, slow ¯ Continuous wipe, fast í Single wipe î To wipe with washer fluid If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield will no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent you from observing the traffic condi- tions.
  • Page 128 Fold the wiper arm back onto the wind- windshield/rear window may be damaged shield. by the force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have Replacing the rear window wiper blade the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 129 Windshield wipers Installing a wiper blade Place new wiper blade ; onto wiper arm :. Hold wiper arm : and press wiper blade ; in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages. Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated correctly.
  • Page 130 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 131: Climate Control

    Useful information ......130 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 130 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 133 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 132: General Notes

    Overview of climate control systems process and the desired interior tempera- Useful information ture will be reached more quickly. This Operator's Manual describes all The integrated filter filters out most par- models and all standard and optional equip- ticles of dust and soot and completely fil- ment of your vehicle available at the time of ters out pollen.
  • Page 133: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Switches air-recirculation mode on/off Defrosts the windshield Switches the ZONE function on/off Display Sets climate control to automatic Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off Switches the rear window defroster on/off Activates/deactivates the air conditioning Sets the temperature, right Sets the air distribution...
  • Page 134 Overview of climate control systems Activates/deactivates the air conditioning Sets the temperature, right Sets the air distribution Sets the airflow Sets the temperature, left Display Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets climate control to automatic Defrosts the windshield Switches the ZONE function on/off Display...
  • Page 135: Activating/Deactivating

    Operating the climate control systems Rear control panel Increases the temperature Display Increases the airflow Reduces the airflow Reduces the temperature Operating the climate control sys- tems In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Switching climate control on/off Activating/deactivating cooling with air dehumidification...
  • Page 136 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 137 Useful information ......136 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............136 Driving ..........137 Automatic transmission ....142 Refueling ..........145 Parking ..........151 Driving tips ........153 Driving systems ........ 155 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 138: Useful Information

    Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 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...
  • Page 139: Driving

    Driving ! Do not warm up the engine with the vehi- Driving cle stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid Important safety notes high engine speeds and driving at full throt- tle until the engine has reached its operat- WARNING ing temperature. Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the Only shift the automatic transmission to pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
  • Page 140: Indicator Lamp

    Driving This can affect the functionality of KEYLESS- The SmartKey can be turned in the igni- tion lock even if it is not the correct Smart- Key for the vehicle. The ignition is not If you lock the vehicle with the SmartKey's switched on.
  • Page 141: Removing The Start/Stop Button

    Driving To switch on the power supply: press Starting the engine Start/Stop button : once. Important safety notes The power supply is switched on. You can now activate the windshield wipers, for WARNING example. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, The power supply is switched off again if: they could: the driver's door is opened and...
  • Page 142: Automatic Transmission

    Driving General notes Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the Press the Start/Stop button once catalytic converter is preheated for up to page 138). 30 seconds after a cold start. The sound of Vehicles with a gasoline engine: the the engine may change during this time.
  • Page 143: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving Important safety notes catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature more quickly. WARNING If the engine is switched off automatically and Hill start assist you exit the vehicle, the engine is restarted Hill start assist helps you when pulling away automatically.
  • Page 144: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problems with the engine Selector lever (AMG vehicles) You can find information about this in the Overview of transmission positions Digital Operator's Manual. Automatic transmission Important safety notes WARNING If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, the vehicle could pull away suddenly.
  • Page 145: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission The DIRECT SELECT lever is on the right of the If the transmission is in position D or R: steering column. push the DIRECT SELECT lever up or down to the first point of resistance. The DIRECT SELECT lever always returns to its original position.
  • Page 146: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Release the parking brake. drive program M, you can change gear using the steering wheel paddle shifters if the trans- Switch off the ignition and leave the Smart- mission is in position D. The gear currently Key in the ignition lock. selected and engaged is shown in the multi- function display.
  • Page 147: Refueling

    Refueling Shift recommendation ® ! To prevent ESP from intervening, the ignition must be switched off (SmartKey or the Start/Stop button in position 0 or 1) if: the parking brake is being tested on a brake dynamometer. the vehicle is being towed with only one axle raised (not permitted for vehicles with 4MATIC).
  • Page 148: Opening

    Refueling ! Take care not to spill any fuel on painted If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- surfaces. You could otherwise damage the tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- paintwork. ing. Immediately change out of clothing which ! Use a filter when refueling from a fuel can. has come into contact with fuel.
  • Page 149: Fuel Filler Flap

    Refueling tral locking prevents the fuel filler flap from Tire pressure table closing. Instruction label for fuel type to be refu- If you are driving with the fuel filler cap open, eled the 8 reserve fuel warning lamp flashes. A Switch off the engine.
  • Page 150 Refueling Pull emergency release : in the direction of the arrow. The fuel filler flap is unlocked. Open the fuel filler flap. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 151: Adding

    Use the special DEF refill bottle when adding lasts until the next service due date. DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with When the supply of DEF is almost used up, the any questions or, if necessary, contact Road-...
  • Page 152 Refueling Important notes on topping up residues crystallize after time and contam- inate the affected surfaces. DEF is a water-soluble fluid for the exhaust ! DEF is not a fuel additive and must not be gas aftertreatment of diesel engines. It is: added to the fuel tank.
  • Page 153: Parking

    Parking Replace DEF cover : as shown and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. Fold the trunk floor down. Close the trunk lid. Drive faster than 10 mph (16 km/h). Check Additive See Operator's Manual message goes out after approx- imately one minute.
  • Page 154: Parking Brake

    Parking Information in the Digital Operator's WARNING Manual If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: A description of how to switch off the engine can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual. release the parking brake.
  • Page 155: Driving Tips

    Driving tips To apply: depress parking brake ; firmly. If you make a call while driving, always use hands-free mode. Only operate the telephone When the engine is running, the $ (USA when the traffic situation permits. If you are only) or J (Canada only) indicator lamp unsure, pull over to a safe location and stop lights up in the instrument cluster.
  • Page 156: Emission Control

    You can find information about this in the regular intervals and in accordance with the Digital Operator's Manual. Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. Limited braking performance on salt- treated roads...
  • Page 157: Driving Systems

    Driving on wet roads autonomous driving. Information in the Digital Operator's Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all Manual elements of active and passive safety in one well thought out system – for the safety of the...
  • Page 158: Cruise Control Lever

    Driving systems Information in the Digital Operator's Do not use cruise control: Manual in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find in heavy traffic or on winding roads information on the following topics: on slippery road surfaces.
  • Page 159: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems As DISTRONIC PLUS transmits radar waves, it As a result, DISTRONIC PLUS may neither give can resemble the radar detectors of the warnings nor intervene in such situations. responsible authorities. You can refer to the There is a risk of an accident. relevant chapter in the Operator's Manual if Always pay careful attention to the traffic sit- questions are asked about this.
  • Page 160: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Cruise control lever front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time and for staying in your lane. Do not use DISTRONIC PLUS: in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed, e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on slippery road surfaces.
  • Page 161 Driving systems Activating Activating at the current speed/last stored speed WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed, the vehicle acceler- ates or decelerates. If you do not know the stored speed, the vehicle could accelerate or brake unexpectedly.
  • Page 162: Selecting

    Driving systems If there is no vehicle in front, DISTRONIC If these conditions are fulfilled, your vehicle is PLUS operates in the same way as cruise accelerated. Acceleration will be interrupted control. if changing lanes takes too long or if the dis- tance between your vehicle and the vehicle in If DISTRONIC PLUS detects that the vehicle in front becomes too small.
  • Page 163: Deactivating

    Driving systems When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the The last speed stored remains stored until transmission is shifted automatically to posi- you switch off the engine. tion P if: DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you the driver's door is open and the driver's depress the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 164 Driving systems Cornering, going into and coming out of a DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehi- bend cle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Narrow vehicles The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehi- cles when cornering is limited.
  • Page 165: Distronic Plus With Steering Assist And Stop&Go Pilot

    Driving systems Crossing vehicles markings (left and right), and only on the vehi- cle in front if lane markings are missing. If these conditions are not present, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot cannot provide assistance. DISTRONIC PLUS must be active in order for the function to be available.
  • Page 166 Driving systems The support provided by the system can be requires the driver to keep his hands on the impaired if: steering wheel and to steer himself. If you do not steer yourself or if you take your there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi- hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged cient illumination of the road, or due to period of time, the system will first alert you...
  • Page 167: Hold Function

    Driving systems play. Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are To prevent damage to the vehicle, deacti- deactivated. vate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD func- tion in the following or other similar situa- When DISTRONIC PLUS is deactivated or not tions: available, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are deactivated automatically.
  • Page 168: Vehicle Level

    Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function AIRMATIC The HOLD function is deactivated automati- Vehicle level cally if: Important safety notes you accelerate and the transmission is in position D or R. WARNING you shift the transmission to position P. When the vehicle is being lowered, people could become trapped if their limbs are you depress the brake pedal again with a between the vehicle body and the wheels or...
  • Page 169: Suspension Tuning

    Driving systems Suspension tuning clearance, even with a laden vehicle. Further general information on the vehicle level can General notes be found in the Digital Operator's Manual. You can find information about this in the Setting the vehicle level Digital Operator's Manual. Select the "Normal"...
  • Page 170: Parktronic

    Vehicle level raised. This may damage the transfer case. Damage of this sort is not covered by the Important safety notes Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All WARNING wheels must remain either on the ground or be fully raised. Observe the instructions for...
  • Page 171: Range Of The Sensors

    Driving systems there are no persons, animals or objects in the area in which you are maneuvering. ! When parking, pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors, such as flower pots or trailer drawbars. PARKTRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
  • Page 172: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Front sensors can assist you during parking. You may also use PARKTRONIC ( page 168). Center Approx. 40 in (approx. The active braking application is only 100 cm) available on vehicles with automatic trans- Corners Approx. 24 in (approx. mission.
  • Page 173: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems Information in the Digital Operator's Active Parking Assist may possibly indicate Manual parking spaces which are not suitable for parking, for example: In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find where parking or stopping is prohibited information on the following topics: in front of driveways or entrances and exits Detecting parking spaces on unsuitable surfaces...
  • Page 174 Driving systems Under the following circumstances, the rear ! Objects not at ground level may appear to view camera will not function, or will function be further away than they actually are, e.g.: in a limited manner: the bumper of a parked vehicle if the trunk lid or tailgate is open the drawbar of a trailer in heavy rain, snow or fog...
  • Page 175: Camera

    Driving systems Information in the Digital Operator's When the function is active and you shift the Manual transmission from D or R to N, the dynamic guidelines are hidden. In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find When you change between transmission information on the following topics: positions D and R, you see the previously Messages in the Audio 20 or COMAND dis-...
  • Page 176 Driving systems if the trunk lid/tailgate is open a split screen with top view and the image from the front camera or in heavy rain, snow or fog a split screen with top view and the at night or in very dark places image from the rear view camera if the cameras are exposed to very bright light...
  • Page 177: Attention Assist

    Driving systems Important safety notes To switch to 180° View: turn 3 the controller to select 180° View and press ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the 7 to confirm. driver. It might not always recognize fatigue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to 180°...
  • Page 178: Traffic Sign Assist

    Driving systems Warning in the multifunction display You can have current status information dis- played in the assistance menu ( page 190) If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentra- of the on-board computer. tion are detected, a warning appears in the Select the Assistance display for ATTEN- multifunction display: Attention Assist:...
  • Page 179: Lane Tracking Package

    Driving systems available sources, no speed limit is displayed A maximum permitted speed of 100 mph in the instrument cluster either. (100 km/h) and a speed limit of 80 km/h (80 mph) apply with an unknown restriction. Speed limits in wet conditions Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all coun- tries.
  • Page 180: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Blind Spot Assist Monitoring range of the sensors In particular, the detection of obstacles can General notes be impaired if: Blind Spot Assist uses a radar sensor system there is dirt on the sensors or anything else to monitor the areas on both sides of your covering the sensors vehicle.
  • Page 181: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Due to the nature of the system: always emitted when a vehicle enters the blind spot monitoring range from behind or warnings may be issued in error when driv- from the side. When you overtake a vehicle, ing close to crash barriers or similar solid the warning only occurs if the difference in lane borders.
  • Page 182: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems Important safety notes the lane markings are worn away, dark or covered up, e.g. by dirt or snow WARNING the distance to the vehicle in front is too Lane Keeping Assist may not always clearly small and the lane markings thus cannot be recognize lane markings.
  • Page 183 Driving systems Important safety notes Radar sensors Active Blind Spot Assist is only an aid and is The Active Blind Spot Assist radar sensors are not a substitute for attentive driving. integrated into the front and rear bumpers and behind a cover in the radiator trim. Make WARNING sure that the bumpers and the cover in the Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to:...
  • Page 184 Driving systems The detection of obstacles can be impaired in (30 km/h), the indicator lamp goes out and the case of: Active Blind Spot Assist is operational. If a vehicle is detected within the blind spot there is dirt on the sensors or anything else monitoring range at speeds above 20 mph covering the sensors (30 km/h), warning lamp : on the corre-...
  • Page 185: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems you have adopted a sporty driving style with high cornering speeds. you clearly brake or accelerate. a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ® ® or PRE-SAFE Brake. ® is switched off. a loss of tire pressure or a defective tire is detected.
  • Page 186 Driving systems For Active Lane Keeping Assist to assist you the radar sensors in the front or rear bump- when driving, the radar sensor system must ers or the radiator trim are dirty, e.g. be operational obscured by snow there are no, several or unclear lane mark- Important safety notes ings for a lane, e.g.
  • Page 187 Driving systems you have adopted a sporty driving style with there is sufficient distance on the side for high cornering speeds or high rates of other traffic or obstacles. acceleration. you have switched on the turn signals. a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ®...
  • Page 188 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 189 Useful information ......188 Important safety notes ..... 188 Displays and operation ....188 Menus and submenus ...... 190 Display messages ......191 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......202 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 190: 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 191: Operating The On-Board Computer

    Displays and operation Left control panel Operating the on-board computer Overview Calls up the menu and menu bar Press briefly: Scrolls in lists Selects a submenu or function Vehicles with Audio 20: in the Audio menu, selects the previ- ous or next stored station, when the preset list or station list is active, or an audio track Vehicles with COMAND: in the...
  • Page 192: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Right control panel You can find more information on the individ- ual menus in the Digital Operator's Manual. Rejects or ends a call Depending on the equipment installed in the Exits the telephone book/redial vehicle, you can call up the following menus: memory Trip menu...
  • Page 193: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes This section describes display messages relevant to safety together with their solutions. A description of other messages and their solutions can be found in the Digital Operator's Man- ual. 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 therefore differ from the multifunction display.
  • Page 194: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist System), the HOLD function, PRE‑SAFE Currently Unavail‐ and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐...
  • Page 195 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.
  • Page 196: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS, ESP , BAS, the ® HOLD function, PRE-SAFE and hill start assist are not available ÷ due to a malfunction. Inoperative See BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PREVENTION Operator's Manual ®...
  • Page 197: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. SRS. Malfunction WARNING Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 198 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There is a malfunction in the left-hand or right-hand window cur- tain air bag. Left Side Curtain The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Airbag Malfunction WARNING Service Required Right Side Cur‐...
  • Page 199 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front-passenger air bag is deactivated during the journey, even Front Passenger Airbag Disabled though: See Operator's Man‐ an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on 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 200: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 58). The front-passenger air bag is enabled during the journey, even Front Passenger Airbag Enabled though: See Operator's Man‐ a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the sys- tem's weight threshold is located on the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied The system may detect objects or forces applying additional...
  • Page 201: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and 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. If these conditions are fulfilled, the front-passenger seat can be occupied again.
  • Page 202: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. Tires A warning tone also sounds. WARNING With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- lowing hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
  • Page 203: Vehicle

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of Rolling The driver's door is open or not fully closed and the selector lever Away is in position R, N or D. Vehicle Not in 'P' A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The vehicle may roll away.
  • Page 204: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster General notes This section describes indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster relevant to safety and solutions. A description of other indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster and their solutions can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual.
  • Page 205 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly The red seat belt warn- been driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).
  • Page 206: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions $ (USA only) WARNING J (Canada only) The brake boosting effect is malfunctioning and the braking char- The red brake system acteristics may be affected. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 207: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 208: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 209: Driving Systems

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and 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 210: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ å ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PRE- ® ® VENTION ASSIST PLUS, PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE PLUS, ® The yellow ESP ® PRE‑SAFE Brake, the HOLD function and hill start assist are ®...
  • Page 211: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant temperature has exceeded 248 ‡ (120 †). The air- flow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the coolant level may The red coolant warn- be too low.
  • Page 212: Plus

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Driving systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions · You are approaching a vehicle, a pedestrian or a stationary obsta- cle in your line of travel at too high a speed. The red distance warn- ing lamp lights up while Be prepared to brake immediately.
  • Page 213: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol- malfunction) is lit.
  • Page 214 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 215: Audio 20/Comand

    General notes ........214 Important safety notes ..... 214 Function restrictions ......215 Audio 20/COMAND operating sys- tem ............. 216 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 216: General Notes

    Important safety notes Audio 20/COMAND calculates the route to General notes the destination without taking account of the following, for example: The Audio 20/COMAND section in these operating instructions describes the basic traffic lights operating principles. More information can be stop and yield signs found in the Digital Operator's Manual.
  • Page 217: Function Restrictions

    Function restrictions person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and legs.) Function restrictions For safety reasons, some functions are restricted or unavailable while the vehicle is in motion. You will notice this, for example, because either you will not be able to select certain menu items or a message will appear to this effect.
  • Page 218: Audio 20/Comand Operating System

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Audio 20/COMAND operating system Overview Components Display for Audio 20/COMAND Audio 20/COMAND control panel Controller and buttons Audio 20/COMAND consists of: the display the control panel with a single drive or DVD changer the controller and buttons a slot for an SD card two connection options for USB or Media Interface in the center console ®...
  • Page 219: Display

    The brightness Address book (COMAND) is automatically reduced if the temperature is Internet browser (COMAND) too high. The display may then temporarily Mercedes-Benz Apps with Google™, switch off completely. Local Search, Destination/Route down- Overview load, Facebook, Google Street View™,...
  • Page 220 Audio 20/COMAND operating system Below it you will see the main display field. The climate control status display is briefly displayed when you operate the climate con- trol system. Cleaning instructions ! Do not touch the display. The display has a very sensitive high-gloss surface;...
  • Page 221: Control Panel

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system COMAND control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Clear button Calls up the Radio menu • Deletes characters • Deletes an entry Switches to the last selec- ted media mode Selects the next station Calls up the Media menu from the station list Skips forwards to a track...
  • Page 222: Telephone Menu

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Function Page Function Page Switches Audio 20/ Switches the sound on or COMAND on/off Adjusts the volume Switches navigation announcements off Inserts/removes an SD (COMAND) memory card Switches to navigation Accepts a call mode Makes a call Calls up the navigation sys- Redial tem menu...
  • Page 223: Control Panel

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Audio 20 control panel Function Page Function Page Switches to radio mode Number pad Calls up the Radio menu • Saves a station • Authorizes (connects) a Switches to the last selec- mobile phone ted media mode •...
  • Page 224: Controller

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Function Page Function Page Switches the sound on or Calls up the telephone menu Switches off navigation Calls up vehicle settings announcements Calls up the sound menu Switches to navigation mode Buttons and controller slid forwards or back 4 slid diagonally 2 Overview pressed briefly or pressed and held 7...
  • Page 225: Adding

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Adding favorites Display off button You can switch the display on and off with the Adding predefined favorites _ button. Press the favorites button on the controller. The favorites are displayed. Favorites To show the menu bar: slide 6 the con- troller.
  • Page 226: Deleting

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Renaming favorites To show the menu bar: slide 6 the con- troller. Press the favorites button on the controller. To select Delete: turn and press the con- The favorites are displayed. troller. To select the favorite to be renamed: turn To select Yes: turn and press the controller.
  • Page 227: Showing/Hiding The Menu

    COMAND can be found in the Digital Opera- tor's Manual. Entering intermediate destinations Among other things, correct functioning of From Mercedes-Benz Apps the navigation system depends on GPS recep- Requirement (USA): mbrace is activated for tion. In certain situations, GPS reception may the Mercedes-Benz Apps.
  • Page 228 Audio 20/COMAND operating system Calculating the route on the right. Lane recommendations (white directional arrows) may be shown at the bot- To confirm Start: press the controller. tom of the display for multilane roads. The route is calculated with the current Navigation announcements route type.
  • Page 229: Telephony

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Building images and elevation modeling To switch to navigation mode: press the Ø button. In small map scales (20 m, 50 m), important To show the menu: slide 6 the controller. buildings are depicted realistically on the map;...
  • Page 230: General Information

    Only one mobile phone can be connected to calling. Audio 20/COMAND at any one time. In the USA, you can get in touch with the De-authorizing (disconnecting) a mobile Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Cen- phone ter on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes The connection is terminated automatically if (1-800-367-6372).
  • Page 231: Searching For A Mobile Phone

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system When you call up the device list again, de- ® COMAND or deactivate Bluetooth on your authorized devices will be removed from the mobile phone. list. To update the device list, start the search ® If you no longer want the Bluetooth connec- again.
  • Page 232: Establishing The Connection From The Mobile Phone

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system The code is different If you wish to re-authorize the mobile phone after de-authorizing it, you can Audio 20/COMAND: select No. choose another passkey for it. The process is canceled. Repeat the authorization. Establishing the connection from the mobile phone Authorization via passkey entry (access code)
  • Page 233: De-Authorizing

    De-authorizing (disconnecting) a mobile phone The code is different Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC recommends De- Audio 20/COMAND: select No. authorization in Audio 20/COMAND and on The process is canceled. Repeat the pro- the mobile phone. Subsequent authorization cedure.
  • Page 234: Setting Up An Internet Connection

    To select w in the telephone menu: turn Procedure and general information and press the controller. The call is made. USA: to use Mercedes-Benz Apps and Inter- net access, mbrace must be activated and Using call lists operational. Furthermore, mbrace must be...
  • Page 235: Selecting

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system the first time, you must enable the connected mobile phone for Internet access page 233). If the connected mobile phone ® supports the Bluetooth PAN profile, you do not need to make additional settings. The Internet connection is established. If the con- nected mobile phone does not support the ®...
  • Page 236 Audio 20/COMAND operating system The access data for the mobile phone net- Input field Meaning work provider is selected once for the mobile User ID: The user identification phone connected and is loaded again each can be obtained from your time the mobile phone is connected.
  • Page 237: Overview

    Audio 20/COMAND operating system Overview Show Station Information: switches artist and track display and station name on/off Radio: switches HD Radio on/off Setting the waveband Example COMAND Main function bar Status bar with compass display Main display field with available stations and relevant information Display of radio station selected Using the button: in radio mode press the...
  • Page 238 Audio 20/COMAND operating system Radio text/radio text plus This function is not available in all countries. To switch on radio text: in radio mode, select Info in the menu bar. Additional information from the current station is displayed. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 239 Useful information ......238 Stowage areas ........238 Features ..........251 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 240: 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 241: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas Observe the loading guidelines ( page 238) Stowage spaces and the safety notes regarding stowage Important safety notes spaces ( page 239). WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are Through-loading facility in the rear stowed incorrectly, they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupants.
  • Page 242 Stowage areas Fold rear seat backrest ; forwards. Before every trip, make sure that the seat backrests and the rear bench seat/rear seat Move the driver's or front-passenger seat back if necessary. are engaged. Observe the loading guidelines ( page 238). Folding the seat backrest back The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ! Make sure that the seat belt does not...
  • Page 243 Stowage areas EASY-PACK through-loading facility in the rear bench seat (Wagon) Important safety notes WARNING If the rear bench seat/rear seat and seat backrest are not engaged they could fold for- wards, e.g. when braking suddenly or in the event of an accident. The vehicle occupant would thereby be pushed into the seat belt by the rear bench seat/rear seat or by the seat backrest.
  • Page 244: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Folding the rear seat backrest back Cargo tie-down rings ! Make sure that the seat belt does not General notes become trapped when folding the rear seat Observe the following notes on securing backrest back. Otherwise, it could be dam- loads: aged.
  • Page 245: Combined Cargo Cover And Net

    Stowage areas Extending/retracting the cargo com- EASY-PACK cargo compartment cover partment cover (Wagon) Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.
  • Page 246 Stowage areas You can reach the combined cargo cover and net to install and remove it from the cargo compartment and, with the seat backrest fol- ded forwards, from the left-hand rear door. Make sure that the cargo net and the cargo compartment cover are rolled up.
  • Page 247: Coat Hooks

    Stowage areas Cargo net without cargo compartment Coat hooks on the tailgate (Wagon) enlargement Coat hook Pull the cargo net up by tab : and hook it into eyelets ;. EASY-PACK trunk box (Sedan) Cargo net with cargo compartment Important safety notes enlargement WARNING When the load surface moves up, your hands...
  • Page 248: Adjusting The Height

    Stowage areas Removing and installing sudden braking or a sudden change in direction. Always observe the maximum permitted load of the EASY-PACK trunk box. Always store and secure heavy objects in the trunk outside of the EASY-PACK trunk box. The maximum permitted load of the EASY- PACK trunk box is 22 lbs (10 kg).
  • Page 249: Inserting The Brackets Into The Loading Rail

    Stowage areas Luggage holder of purposes. The accessory parts are located under the cargo compartment floor. ! Only use the luggage holder to secure Open the EASY-PACK folding luggage-com- cargo with a maximum weight of 15.4 lbs partment floor ( page 249).
  • Page 250: Cargo Compartment Floor

    Stowage areas Telescopic rod The TIREFIT kit, the vehicle tool kit, etc. are located in the stowage compartment. The telescopic rod can be used to secure the To open: pull handle : up. load against the rear seats to prevent it from moving around.
  • Page 251: Compartment Floor

    Stowage areas the hinges of the EASY-PACK folding lug- by handle : until it reaches the desired gage-compartment floor. position and engages in side ?. To close: disengage the EASY-PACK fold- ! Vehicles with a B&O sound system: do not ing luggage-compartment floor and pull it remove the EASY-PACK folding floor.
  • Page 252: Roof Carrier

    There is a risk of an accident. Never exceed the maximum roof load and adjust your driving style. ! 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 253: Ashtray

    Features Attaching the roof carrier (Sedan) Features Information in the Digital Operator's Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Cup holder Bottle holder Roller sunblinds on the rear side windows Rear window roller sunblind (Sedan) Ashtray Vehicles with a steel roof or sliding sunroof (illus- Cigarette lighter...
  • Page 254: Roadside Assistance

    Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 255: Emergency Call

    252). Have the system checked at the nearest An emergency call is dialed automatically if an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact air bag or Emergency Tensioning Device is the following service hotlines: triggered. You cannot end an automatically Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center triggered emergency call yourself.
  • Page 256: Roadside Assistance Button

    To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- Making an emergency call side Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active. Connecting Call message appears in the multifunction display.
  • Page 257: Mb Info Call Button

    To call MB Info: press MB Info call but- the Digital Operator's Manual, you will find ton :. information on remote malfunction diagno- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz sis. Customer Assistance Center. The Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance The indicator lamp in MB Info call button : Center either sends a qualified Mercedes- flashes while the connection is being made.
  • Page 258: General Notes

    The mobile phone is no longer connected to vehicle, about the nearest authorized COMAND/Audio 20. Mercedes-Benz Center and about other prod- However, if you want to use your mobile ucts and services from Mercedes-Benz. phone, do so only when the vehicle is station- You can find further information on the ary and in a safe location.
  • Page 259: Smartkey

    Features USA: FCC ID: CB2HMIHL4 To start programming mode: press and hold one of buttons ; to ? on the inte- Canada: IC: 279B-HMIHL4 grated garage door opener. The garage door opener is now in program- Important safety notes ming mode. After a short time, indicator WARNING lamp : lights up yellow.
  • Page 260 Features door system with the integrated garage door Proceed as follows: opener in the rear-view mirror. To do this you if you live in Canada will need to use the programming button on if you have difficulties programming the the door drive control panel. The program- garage door opener (regardless of where ming button may be positioned in different you live) when using the programming...
  • Page 261: Floormats

    Features Problems when programming Please also read the operating instructions for the garage door system. If you are experiencing problems programing the integrated garage door opener on the Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- rear-view mirror, take note of the following tion lock ( page 137).
  • Page 262 Features 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. Press studs : onto retainers ;. To remove: pull the floormat off retain- ers ;. Remove the floormat.
  • Page 263 Useful information ......262 Engine compartment ......262 Maintenance ........266 Care ............ 266 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 264: 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 265: Checking The Oil Level

    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 266: Engine Oil Adding

    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 267: Keyless-Go

    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 268: Maintenance

    If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- ing you to add washer fluid. ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Further information on windshield washer Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far fluid/antifreeze ( page 343).
  • Page 269: Exterior Care

    Otherwise, the automatic transmission selects park Use care products and cleaning agents rec- position P automatically and locks the ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. wheels. You can prevent this by shifting the automatic transmission to N before- Exterior care hand.
  • Page 270: Camera

    Care wiping noises caused by residue on the wind- shield. Information in the Digital Operator's Manual In the Digital Operator's Manual you will find information on the following topics: Washing by hand Power washers Cleaning the paintwork Matte finish care Cleaning the wheels Cleaning the windows Cleaning wiper blades...
  • Page 271 Useful information ......270 Where will I find...? ......270 Flat tire ..........271 Battery (vehicle) ........ 275 Jump-starting ........279 Towing and tow-starting ....281 Fuses ..........284 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 272: 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 273: Flat Tire

    Flat tire Alignment bolt Vehicle preparation is not necessary on vehicles with MOExtended tires One pair of gloves a TIREFIT kit ( page 270) Lug wrench an emergency spare wheel ( page 329) Towing eye Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are Vehicles with a collapsible spare wheel not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory.
  • Page 274: Moextended Tires

    Flat tire When replacing one or all tires, please MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat observe the following specifications for your properties) vehicle's tires: General notes size With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat the type and characteristics), you can continue to drive the "MOExtended"...
  • Page 275: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire ! Do not operate the tire inflation compres- TIREFIT kit sor for longer than eight minutes at a time Important safety notes without a break. It may otherwise overheat. The tire inflation compressor can be oper- TIREFIT is a tire sealant. ated again once it has cooled down.
  • Page 276 Flat tire Pull plug ? with the cable and hose A out If tire sealant leaks out, allow it to dry. It can of the housing. then be removed like a layer of film. Screw hose A onto flange B of tire seal- If your clothes are soiled with tire sealant, ant bottle :.
  • Page 277: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) instrument cluster in the driver's field of side B-pillar or the tire pressure table in the vision. fuel filler flap for values. To increase the tire pressure: switch on ! Residue from the tire sealant may come the tire inflation compressor. out of the filler hose after use.
  • Page 278 Battery (vehicle) if you push or pull the battery across the WARNING carpet or other synthetic materials Work carried out incorrectly on the battery if you wipe the battery with a cloth can lead, for example, to a short circuit and thus damage the vehicle electronics.
  • Page 279: Operation

    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 280: Charging The Battery

    Particularly avoid fire, open flames, creating vehicle unless a battery charger unit sparks and smoking. Ensure there is sufficient approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used . A ventilation while charging and jump-starting. battery charger unit specially adapted for Do not lean over a battery.
  • Page 281: 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 skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 282 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 283: 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 284: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting N, you must provide power to the vehicle's ! When towing, pull away slowly and smoothly. If the tractive power is too high, electrical system in the same way as when the vehicles could be damaged. jump-starting ( page 279).
  • Page 285: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Take cover : off the opening. tion. In this case, only the indicator lamps for the direction of travel flash. After reset- Screw in the towing eye clockwise as far as ting the combination switch, the hazard it will go and tighten it.
  • Page 286: Fuses

    ! Only use fuses that have been approved under the trunk/cargo compartment floor for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which page 270). have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Otherwise, components or sys- I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y : tems could be damaged.
  • Page 287: Ment

    Fuses Secure lines ; in the guides. Fuse box in the engine compartment Close the hood. Pay attention to the important safety notes page 284). WARNING Fuse box in the trunk When the hood is open and the windshield Pay attention to the important safety notes wipers are set in motion, you can be injured by page 284).
  • Page 288 Fuses Open the tailgate. To open: pull handle : on the cover. Open the cover downwards. Swing paneling ; forwards. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 289: Wheels And Tires

    Useful information ......288 Important safety notes ..... 288 Operation ........... 288 Winter operation ....... 290 Tire pressure ........291 Loading the vehicle ......298 All about wheels and tires ....301 Changing a wheel ......309 Wheel and tire combinations ... 314 Emergency spare wheel ....
  • Page 290: 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 291: Checking

    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 292: Winter Operation

    60 miles (100 km). They only reach form, thereby damaging the tires perma- their full performance after this distance. nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept Do not drive with tires which have too little responsibility for this type of damage.
  • Page 293: Tire Pressure

    Tire pressure The specifications on the sample Tire and Snow chains Loading Information placard and tire pres- WARNING sure tables are examples. Tire pressure If snow chains are installed to the front specifications are vehicle-specific and may wheels, they may drag against the vehicle deviate from the data shown here.
  • Page 294: Notes

    Tire pressure Tire pressure table The tire pressure table is on the inside of the fuel filler flap. Some tire pressure tables show only the rim diameters instead of the full tire size, e.g. R18. The rim diameter is part of the tire size and can be found on the tire sidewall Example: tire pressure table for all tires permitted page 303).
  • Page 295 Underinflated or overinflated tires Only screw the standard valve cap or other Underinflated tires valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle onto the tire valve. WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can over- Use a suitable pressure gauge to check the heat and burst as a consequence.
  • Page 296: Service Menu

    Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually wear excessively and/or unevenly have an adverse effect on ride comfort To determine and set the correct tire pres- be more susceptible to damage sure, proceed as follows: Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to Maximum tire pressures be checked.
  • Page 297: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure For information on the message display, refer sequence will be repeated every time the vehi- to the "Checking the tire pressure electroni- cle is started as long as the malfunction cally" section ( page 296). exists. When the malfunction indicator is illu- minated, the system may not be able to detect Important safety notes or signal low tire pressure as intended.
  • Page 298: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure Checking the tire pressure electroni- The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warn- cally ing lamp in the instrument cluster for indicat- ing a pressure loss or malfunction. Whether Make sure that the SmartKey is in position the warning lamp flashes or lights up indi- 2 in the ignition lock ( page 137).
  • Page 299: Pressure Monitor

    Tire pressure and must be corrected at the next oppor- Make sure that the SmartKey is in position tunity. 2 in the ignition lock. If the Check Tires message appears in the Press the = or ; button on the steer- multifunction display, the tire pressure in ing wheel to select the Service...
  • Page 300: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Loading the vehicle Instruction labels for tires and loads WARNING Overloaded tires can overheat, causing a blowout. Overloaded tires can also impair the steering and driving characteristics and lead to brake failure. There is a risk of accident. Observe the load rating of the tires.
  • Page 301 Loading the vehicle Step 4: The resulting figure equals the Number of seats available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150-lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs).
  • Page 302 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 298).
  • Page 303: All About Wheels And Tires

    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 304: Temperature

    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 305: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards page 307)
  • Page 306 All about wheels and tires lated by dividing the tire width by the tire Index Speed rating height. up to 130 mph (210 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents up to 149 mph (240 km/h) diagonal tires;...
  • Page 307: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Load index Index Speed rating 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. In addition to the M+S marking, winter tires also have the i snowflake symbol on the tire wall.
  • Page 308: 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 298).
  • Page 309 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 U S Department of Transportation. tion. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.
  • Page 310 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 311: Changing A Wheel

    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 309). their designated seating positions. The wear patterns on the front and rear tires Total load limit differ, depending on the operating conditions.
  • Page 312: Raising The Vehicle

    Changing a wheel Bring the front wheels into the straight- ahead position. Shift the transmission to position P. Vehicles with AIRMATIC: make sure that "normal" level is selected ( page 166). Switch off the engine. Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
  • Page 313 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 314: Removing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Jacking points (example: Sedan) Make sure the foot of the jack is directly beneath the jacking point. The jacking points are located just behind the front wheel housings and just in front of the Turn crank B clockwise until jack A sits rear wheel housings (arrows).
  • Page 315: Lowering The Vehicle

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you tightening torque. There is a risk of accident. only use wheel bolts which have been Have the tightening torque immediately approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the checked at a qualified specialist workshop respective wheel. after a wheel is changed.
  • Page 316: Wheel And Tire Combinations

    Place the jack to one side. MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 317 Wheel and tire combinations Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold. Comply with the mainte- nance recommendations of the tire manufac- turer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip the vehicle with: tires of the same size on a given axle (left/ right) the same type of tires at a given time (sum-...
  • Page 318: 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 319 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 320 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 321 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 322 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 323 Wheel and tire combinations E 350 4MATIC 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) 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 324 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: 245/45 R17 95 W 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 99 Y XL...
  • Page 325 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 326 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 327 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 328 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 329 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 330 Wheel and tire combinations Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 7, 9 FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) 7, 8, 9 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 331: Emergency Spare Wheel

    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 332: Removing

    Take the following steps to stow a used col- lapsible spare wheel. It will not otherwise fit into the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have this work per- formed at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g.
  • Page 333 Emergency spare wheel Remove the protective sheet from the vehi- Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni- cle tool kit and pull it over the collapsible tion lock ( page 137). spare wheel. Press on/off switch A on the tire inflation Stow the collapsible spare wheel in the compressor to I.
  • Page 334: 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 335: Technical Data

    Useful information ......334 Information regarding technical data ............ 334 Vehicle electronics ......334 Identification plates ......336 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 337 Vehicle data ........344 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
  • Page 336: Useful Information

    The data stated here specifically refers to a vehicle with standard equipment. Consult only approved antenna positions may be an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for used. the data for all vehicle variants and trim Excessive levels of electromagnetic radiation levels.
  • Page 337 Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the base of the antenna must not exceed the Sedan: approved antenna positions...
  • Page 338: Identification Plates

    Identification plates There is no restriction for antenna positions on the outside of the vehicle for the following wavebands: Trunked radio/Tetra 70 cm waveband Mobile communications (2G/3G/4G) Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi- Example: vehicle identification plate (Canada only) cle identification number (VIN) Paint code The data shown on the vehicle identifica-...
  • Page 339: Service Products And Filling Capaci- Ties

    Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Operator's Manual in the appropriate section. Information on tested and approved products can be obtained at an authorized Mercedes-...
  • Page 340: Tank Capacity

    Of which reserve idue build-up. Gasoline may only be mixed with cleaning additives recommended by AMG vehicles Approx. 3.7 US gal Mercedes-Benz; see "Additives". You can (14.0 l) obtain further information from any author- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. All other models Approx.
  • Page 341: Diesel

    In lowing precautions: such cases, and in consultation with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center, the gaso- Only fill the fuel tank to half full with reg- line may be mixed with the cleaning additive ular unleaded gasoline and fill the rest recommended by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 342: Flexible Fuel Vehicles

    Seek medical assistance with- Bio-diesel – FAME (fatty acid methyl ester) out delay. Mercedes-Benz USA approves the use of bio- If fuel is swallowed, seek medical assis- diesel B5 for all BlueTEC diesel engines. The tance without delay. Do not induce vomit- concentration of bio-diesel in the ULSD may ing.
  • Page 343: Important Safety Notes

    337). 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 344: Notes

    Brake fluid Further information on coolants can be WARNING found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. from the air. This lowers the boiling point of on the Internet at the brake fluid.
  • Page 345: Washer Fluid

    Make sure that no windshield washer con- centrate is spilled next to the filler neck. Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accord- ! Do not add distilled or de-ionized water to ance with MB Specifications for Service Prod- the washer fluid container.
  • Page 346: Vehicle Data

    Capacity ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG Refrigerant 22.6 ± 0.4 oz oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be (640 ± 10 g) used. The approved PAG oil may not be PAG oil mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant.
  • Page 347 Vehicle data Missing values were not available at time of Dimensions and weights going to print. Model, Wagon Max. Opening height headroom AMG vehicles 82.1 in - 82.9 in (2086 mm - 2106 mm) All other mod- 75.8 in 80.6 in (1925 mm) (2048 mm) Missing values were not available at time of...
  • Page 348 Vehicle data Model, Wagon Vehicle height E 63 AMG 4MATIC Vehicle (except AMG vehi- height E 63 AMG S-MODEL cles) 4MATIC All models 59.4 in (1509 mm) Sedan 57.7 in (1466 mm) Model (except AMG Turning radius Wagon 59.9 in vehicles) (1522 mm) E 350...
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