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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Replacing bulbs ........115 Windshield wipers ........ 119 Introduction ......... 27 Protecting the environment ....27 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ....27 Climate control ......... 123 Operator's Manual ......... 28 Overview of climate control systems ... 123 Service and vehicle operation ....28 Operating the climate control sys- Operating safety ........
Page 5 Contents Maintenance and care ...... 306 Engine compartment ......306 ASSYST PLUS ........310 Care ............. 311 Breakdown assistance ..... 319 Where will I find...? ......319 Flat tire ..........321 Battery (vehicle) ........325 Jump-starting ........328 Towing and tow-starting ...... 330 Fuses ...........
Page 6 Index Adaptive Brake Assist 1, 2, 3 ... Function/notes ........ 69 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Adaptive Damping System see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ......174 tion System) Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..173 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel Adaptive Highbeam Assist drive) ..........175 Display message ......
Page 7: Index
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ....142 Displaying level ......192 Transmission positions ....143 Function/notes ......191 Automatic transmission emer- Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center gency mode ........148 see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop Axle load, permissible (trailer tow- see Qualified specialist workshop ing) ............
Page 8 Index Brakes Replacing bulbs ......118 Bag hook ..........284 ABS ..........65 Ball coupling Adaptive Brake Assist ...... 69 BAS ..........65 Installing ........204 BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Removing ........206 Assist ..........66 BAS (Brake Assist System) ....65 Brake fluid (notes) ......
Page 9 Index General notes ........ 311 Change of address ......29 Interior ........... 316 Change of ownership ......29 Matte finish ........314 Changing the media source ..... 216 Paint ..........313 Charge-air pressure (on-board Plastic trim ........317 computer, Mercedes-AMG vehi- Power washer ........
Page 10 Index Coolant (engine) Problem with the rear window defroster ........127 Checking the level ......309 Problems with cooling with air Display message ......240 dehumidification ......125 Filling capacity ....... 369 Refrigerant ........369 Important safety notes ....368 Refrigerant filling capacity .....
Page 11 Lights ..........239 see Doors Safety systems ......228 Driving abroad SmartKey ........255 Mercedes-Benz Service ....311 Tires ..........250 Driving Assistance PLUS package ... 197 Vehicle ........... 252 Driving on flooded roads ....161 Distance recorder ......212 Driving safety system Distance warning (warning lamp) ..
Page 12 Index EBD (electronic brake force distri- Limited braking efficiency on sal- bution) ..........73 ted roads ........160 Snow chains ........338 ® (Electronic Stability Pro- Subjecting brakes to a load ... 160 gram) ..........70 The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..131 Important safety information ...
Page 13 Index Emissions control Display message ......228 Service and warranty information ..28 Function/notes ........ 70 Engine General notes ........70 Check Engine warning lamp ... 263 Important safety information ... 70 Display message ......240 Trailer stabilization ......73 ECO start/stop function ....
Page 14 Index Front wheel arch cover Opening/closing the garage door .. 304 Installing/removing ....... 117 Problems when programming ..304 Fuel Programming (button in the rear- Additives ........366 view mirror) ........303 Consumption statistics ....213 Synchronizing the rolling code ..303 Displaying the current consump- Gasoline ..........
Page 15 Index High-beam headlamps ® iPod Adaptive Highbeam Assist ..... 113 see also Digital Operator's Man- Display message ......239 ual ..........268 Replacing bulbs ......117 Switching on/off ......112 Hill start assist ........136 Jack HOLD function Using ..........357 Activating ........
Page 16 Memory function see Central locking Seats, steering wheel, exterior Low-beam headlamps mirrors ........... 109 Display message ......239 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Replacing bulbs ......116 360°camera ........187 Switching on/off ......112 Active Blind Spot Assist ....197 Lumbar support Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
Page 17 Index Music files ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occu- see also Digital Operator's Man- pant protection) ....... 57 ual ..........268 ® PRE-SAFE PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection PLUS) ....58 Rear view camera ......182 Traffic Sign Assist ......192 Navigation Message memory (on-board com- Displaying (on-board computer) ..
Page 18 Index see Engine oil Paddle shifters On-board computer see Steering wheel paddle shifters AMG menu ........224 Paint code number ......363 Assistance graphic menu ....219 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 313 Assistance menu ......220 Panic alarm .......... 43 Display messages ......
Page 19 Index Function/notes ......175 Important safety notes ....175 QR code Problem (malfunction) ....178 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 Range of the sensors ..... 176 Rescue card ........32 Warning display ......177 Qualified specialist workshop ... 31 PASSENGER AIR BAG Quick access for audio and tele- Display message ......
Page 20 Index Object detection (function/ Warning lamp ......... 262 notes) ..........186 Warning lamp (function) ....44 Reversing feature Switching on/off ......183 Wide-angle function ....... 186 Panorama sliding sunroof ....94 Rear window defroster Roller sunblinds ....... 95 Problem (malfunction) ....127 Side windows ........
Page 21 Index Setting the language Important safety guidelines ..... 45 Introduction ........44 see also Digital Operator's Man- Releasing ......... 47 ual ..........268 Setting the time Warning lamp ......... 256 Warning lamp (function) ....47 see also Digital Operator's Man- Seats ual ..........
Page 22 Index Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot Problem (malfunction) ..... 81 (DISTRONIC PLUS) Starting the engine ......134 Smartphone Display message ......248 Steering assistant STEER CON- Starting the engine ......134 TROL see also Digital Operator's Man- see STEER CONTROL Steering wheel ual ..........
Page 23 Index see also Digital Operator's Man- (Sport Utility Vehicle) ....... 30 ual ..........268 Switching air-recirculation mode Switching between mobile on/off ..........128 phones ........... 276 Switching on media mode see Mobile phone Temperature Via the device list ......276 Coolant (display in the instrument cluster) ..........
Page 24 Index Using ..........323 Service life ........337 Tires Sidewall (definition) ....... 355 Aspect ratio (definition) ....355 Snow chains ........338 Average weight of the vehicle Speed rating (definition) ....355 occupants (definition) ....354 Storing ........... 357 Bar (definition) ....... 354 Structure and characteristics Changing a wheel ......
Page 25 Index Tow-starting Transmission oil Emergency engine starting .... 333 Temperature (on-board computer, Important safety notes ....330 Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....224 Towing a trailer Transmission position display ..142 Axle load, permissible ....371 Transporting the vehicle ....332 Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ..316 Trim pieces (cleaning instruc- Coupling up a trailer ......
Page 26 Index Locking (in an emergency) ....84 General notes ........ 256 Locking (SmartKey) ......77 Overview .......... 36 Lowering ........360 Parking brake ........ 262 Maintenance ........29 PASSENGER AIR BAG ...... 44 Operating safety ......30 Reserve fuel ........263 Operation outside the USA/ Restraint system ......
Page 27 Index Rear window wiper ......120 Replacing the wiper blades .... 120 Switching on/off ......119 Winter driving Important safety notes ....338 Slippery road surfaces ....161 Snow chains ........338 Winter operation Radiator cover ....... 307 Summer tires ......... 338 Winter tires M+S tires ........
Page 28: Digital Operator's Manual
Digital Operator's Manual Introduction Operating the Digital Operator's Man- The printed Operator's Manual provides infor- General notes mation about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides compre- Please observe the information about the oper- hensive and specifically adapted information on ation of the controller ( page 269).
Page 29: Protecting The Environment
Mercedes-Benz. This braking. could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant...
Page 30: Operator's Manual
Service and vehicle operation systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genu- Service and vehicle operation ine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal qual- ity. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that Warranty have been specifically approved for your vehi- The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in cle.
Page 31: Service And Vehicle Operation
Program. For details, consult an authorized breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assis- Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the tance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 following addresses.
Page 32 Operating safety Sports Utility Vehicle WARNING Modifications to electronic components, their WARNING software as well as wiring can impair their Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle function and/or the function of other net- may start to skid and roll over in the event of worked components.
Page 33: Operating Safety
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle Qualified specialist workshop comply with Industry Canada license-exempt An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a quali- RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the fol- fied specialist workshop. It has the necessary lowing two conditions: (1) These devices may...
Page 34: Qr Codes For The Rescue Card
Data stored in the vehicle essary, contact us at one of the following ventions against these instructions is not cov- addresses. ered either by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle War- In the USA ranty. Customer Assistance Center...
Page 35: Data Stored In The Vehicle
EDR is commercially available, uations, and the location of the vehicle may be Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly compiled through COMAND or the mbrace sys- disclaims any and all liability arising from the tem.
Page 36: Information On Copyright
Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle can be found on the data carrier in your vehicle document wallet and, including updates, on the following web- site: http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource Registered trademarks Registered trademarks: ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Blue- tooth SIG Inc.
Page 37: Cockpit
Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle shift- Electric parking brake Diagnostics connection Combination switch Opens the hood Horn Light switch Instrument cluster Control panel for: DIRECT SELECT lever Activating Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot Climate control systems Switching on Active Lane Overhead control panel Keeping Assist...
Page 38: Instrument Cluster
Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Function Page Function Page ! ABS malfunctioning Speedometer with segments ; Check Engine Warning and indicator lamps: % Diesel engine: preglow ® å ESP Electric parking brake ® ÷ ESP applied (red) · Distance warning F USA only Ð...
Page 39: Multifunction Steering Wheel
Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display ò Opens the menu list 9 : Selects a menu Multimedia system display a Confirms the selection ~ Rejects or ends a call % Back 6 Makes or accepts a call Operates the on-board com- Further telephone functions puter...
Page 40: Center Console
Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Climate control systems Õ Media button (see Dig- ital Operator's Manual) £ Hazard warning lamps $ Radio button (see Digi- Ø Vehicle functions/ tal Operator's Manual) system settings button (see Digital Operator's Manual) Ø...
Page 41 Center console Center console, lower section (except Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment è ECO start/stop func- tion Ashtray Cigarette lighter c Deactivates Socket PARKTRONIC Cup holder É Adjusts the vehicle level (AIR BODY CONTROL) Adjusts the volume Switches the sound on or off DYNAMIC SELECT switch Ü...
Page 42 Center console Center console, lower section (Mercedes-AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment Touchpad Ashtray å Activates/deactivates Cigarette lighter ® Socket M Activates/deactivates Cup holder SPORT handling mode Adjusts the volume AMG sports suspension based on AIR BODY CON- Switches the sound on or off TROL Ü...
Page 43: Overhead Control Panel
Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page p Switches the left-hand Eyeglasses compartment reading lamp on/off 3 Operates the pano- | Switches the automatic rama roof with power tilt/ interior lighting control sliding panel on/off Operates the roller sunblinds G SOS button (mbrace Rear-view mirror system)
Page 44: Door Control Panel
Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = 7Zª\ Stores settings for the seat, Adjusts and folds the exterior exterior mirrors and steering mirrors out/in electrically column W Opens/closes the right Adjusts the seats electrically side window c Seat heating W Opens/closes the rear...
Page 45: Panic Alarm
The components of the restraint system work in Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: conjunction with each other. They can only deploy their protective function if, at all times, all for further information contact our Customer...
Page 46: Seat Belts
Occupant safety The indicator lamps display the status of the Restraint system warning lamp front-passenger front air bag. The functions of the restraint system are PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 sec- checked after the ignition is switched on and at onds, subsequently both indicator lamps are regular intervals while the engine is running.
Page 47 Mercedes-Benz vehi- cle. The child restraint system must be appro- WARNING priate to the age, weight and size of the child...
Page 48 Only use seat belts that have been approved for If you have such items located on or in your your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. clothing, e.g. pens, keys or eyeglasses, store AMG Performance seat: this seat is designed these in a suitable place.
Page 49: Seat Belt Adjustment
Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts Seat belt for the center rear seat Observe the safety notes on the seat belt If the left-hand rear seat backrest is folded down page 45) and the notes on correct use of seat and back up again, the rear center seat belt may belts ( page 46).
Page 50: Air Bags
Occupant safety Regardless of whether the driver's seat belt has deployed. This poses an increased risk of already been fastened, the 7 seat belt warn- injury or even fatal injury. ing lamp lights up for six seconds each time the To avoid hazardous situations, always make engine is started.
Page 51: Front Air Bags
Occupant safety passenger front air bag is deactivated eling carried out at a qualified specialist work- page 44). shop. Always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant Classification System Front air bags (OCS)" ( page 51) and on "Children in the vehicle"...
Page 52: Side Impact Air Bags
You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz. 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 53: Occupant Classification System
Occupant safety Occupant Classification System opera- Occupant Classification System tion (OCS) (OCS) Introduction The Occupant Classification System (OCS) cat- egorizes the person in the front-passenger seat. Depending on that result, the front-passenger front air bag is either enabled or deactivated. The system does not deactivate: the side impact air bag the window curtain air bag...
Page 54 Occupant safety WARNING WARNING If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator If you secure a child in a forward-facing child lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is restraint system on the front-passenger seat disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of and you position the front-passenger seat too an accident and cannot perform its intended close to the dashboard, in the event of an...
Page 55 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center if the person is sitting too close to the dash- for this purpose. board. This poses an increased risk of injury or If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the even fatal injury.
Page 56 Occupant safety passenger seat may not be used. Do not facing child restraint system must, as far as install a child restraint system on the front- possible, be resting on the backrest of the passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classifi- front-passenger seat.
Page 57 Occupant safety Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The PASSENGER AIR The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incor- BAG OFF indicator lamp rect. lights up and remains lit, Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person even though the front- on the front-passenger seat are met ( page 51).
Page 58 Occupant safety and to have any malfunctioning air bags An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags triggered, if: continue to perform their protective function for the ignition is switched on the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.
Page 59 Occupant safety sive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do How the air bag system works is determined they provide an indication of air bag deploy- by the severity of the accident detected, ment. especially the vehicle deceleration or accel- eration and the apparent type of accident: The vehicle can be deformed considerably, with- out an air bag being deployed.
Page 60 Occupant safety ® ® PRE-SAFE takes the following measures Assist, PRE-SAFE PLUS will not apply the depending on the hazardous situation detected: brakes. the front seat belts are pre-tensioned. Function if the vehicle skids, the side windows and the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel ®...
Page 61: Children In The Vehicle
For this reason, system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Pro- Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install tect it with a blanket, for example. If the child a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children restraint system has been exposed to direct are generally better protected there.
Page 62: Child Restraint System
Have the secur- ized Mercedes-Benz Center. ing systems on the child restraint system WARNING checked at a qualified specialist workshop,...
Page 63 Children in the vehicle the instructions on “Occupant Classification System (OCS)” ( page 51). This includes infor- mation on deactivating the front-passenger's air bag. All child restraint systems must meet the fol- lowing standards: U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2...
Page 64 Children in the vehicle Hook Top Tether hook A into Top Tether in the event of an accident. This poses an anchorage ? on the back of rear seat back- increased risk of injury or even fatal injury. rest ;. Always lock rear seat backrests after instal- Make sure that Top Tether belt B is not twis- ling a Top Tether belt.
Page 65 Children in the vehicle Forward-facing child restraint system WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- Always move the front-passenger's seat as far back as possible if the child must be secured on cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: the front-passenger seat in a forward-facing release the parking brake.
Page 66: Pets In The Vehicle
Driving safety systems Child-proof locks for the rear doors Pets in the vehicle WARNING If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example. As a result, they could: activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users...
Page 67: Driving Safety Systems
Driving safety systems Important safety notes tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- ding and accidents. If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme- inattentive, the driving safety systems can nei- ther reduce the risk of an accident nor override diately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 68 Driving safety systems Braking Important safety notes Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until WARNING the emergency braking situation is over. BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify ABS prevents the wheels from locking. objects and complex traffic situations. The brakes will function as usual once you In such cases, BAS PLUS may: release the brake pedal.
Page 69 Driving safety systems a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can react to: vehicles quickly move into the radar sensor system detection range stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, Recognition by the camera system is also e.g.
Page 70: Distance Warning Function
Driving safety systems Important safety notes WARNING The distance warning function does not react: In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if: to people or animals there is dirt on the sensors or anything else to oncoming vehicles covering the sensors to crossing traffic there is snow or heavy rain...
Page 71 Driving safety systems also react to stationary obstacles, such as stop- been detected as such at least once over the ped or parked vehicles. period of observation. Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph Autonomous braking function (70 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist reacts to sta- tionary obstacles.
Page 72 Driving safety systems Due to the nature of the system, particularly ® Drive on carefully. Have ESP checked at a complicated but non-critical driving conditions qualified specialist workshop. may also cause Brake Assist to intervene. If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a ®...
Page 73 Driving safety systems You can select between the following states of ® Characteristics when ESP is deactivated ® ® If ESP is deactivated and one or more wheels ® is activated. ® start to spin, the ÷ ESP warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.
Page 74 Driving safety systems ® To deactivate ESP : press button : until ® Only deactivate ESP in the situations descri- ® the å ESP OFF warning lamp lights up in bed in the following. the instrument cluster. The ÷ message appears in the multi- Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an function display.
Page 75 Driving safety systems ® trailer stabilization EBD (electronic brake force distribu- tion) General information General information If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to ® ® swerve, ESP assists you in this situation. ESP EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure slows the vehicle down by braking and limiting on the rear wheels to improve driving stability the engine output until the vehicle/trailer com- while braking.
Page 76 Driving safety systems ® For PRE-SAFE Brake to assist you when driving, WARNING the radar sensor system and the camera system ® PRE-SAFE Brake cannot always clearly iden- must be switched on and be operational. tify people, especially if they are moving. In With the help of the radar sensor system and the ®...
Page 77 Driving safety systems darkness If there is an increased risk of a collision, preventive passenger protection measures or if: ® (PRE-SAFE ) are triggered ( page 57). pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path of the vehicle If the risk of collision with the vehicle in front remains and you do not brake, take evasive the camera system no longer recognizes a pedestrian as a person due to special cloth-...
Page 78: Protection Against Theft
The alarm is stopped. (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the sys- tem is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call Press the Start/Stop button on the dash- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or board. The SmartKey must be inside the vehi- 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 79: Smartkey
SmartKey Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do SmartKey not keep the SmartKey in the cargo compart- Important safety notes ment. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using WARNING the Start/Stop button. A brief radio connection between the vehicle If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, and the SmartKey determines whether a valid they could:...
Page 80 SmartKey multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual. You will receive visual and acoustic locking con- firmation if all components were able to be locked. When the locator lighting is activated via the multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey;...
Page 81 SmartKey KEYLESS-GO start function Mechanical key General notes General notes Bear in mind that the engine can be started by If the vehicle can no longer be locked or any of the vehicle occupants if there is a Smart- unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, Key in the vehicle ( page 134).
Page 82 National guide- lines must be observed during disposal. In Cal- ifornia, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist work- shop. Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until bat- tery compartment cover : opens.
Page 83 SmartKey Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it. Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey page 79). Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle. Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out.
Page 84 SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning. Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey. Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop. If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote con- trol function: Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key ( page 84).
Page 85: Doors
Doors To unlock and open a front door: pull door Doors handle ;. Important safety notes If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and opens. WARNING To unlock a rear door: pull rear door handle. If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, The locking knob on the rear door pops up and they could:...
Page 86 Cargo compartment The vehicle will be fully unlocked if it had previ- ously been fully unlocked. If only the driver's door had been previously unlocked, only the door which has been opened from the inside is unlocked. Automatic locking feature Insert the mechanical key into opening : in the protective cap.
Page 87 Cargo compartment WARNING could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning. The reversing feature does not respond: Turn off the engine before opening the tail- to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers gate. Never drive with the tailgate open. over the last Ó...
Page 88: Opening Automatically
Cargo compartment Closing Use one of the following options to stop the closing process: press the F button on the SmartKey. pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door. press the closing or locking button on the tailgate.
Page 89 Cargo compartment Closing automatically HANDS-FREE ACCESS General notes With KEYLESS-GO and HANDS-FREE ACCESS, you can open or close the tailgate or stop the procedure without using your hands. This is use- ful if you have your hands full. To do this, make a kicking movement under the bumper with your foot.
Page 90 Cargo compartment could thus be opened or closed unintention- To open or close: kick into sensor detection ally, for example, if you: range : under the bumper with your foot. Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is install or remove the ball coupling. opening or closing.
Page 91: Cargo Compartment
Cargo compartment Limiting the opening angle of the tail- dren, during the closing procedure. There is a gate risk of injury. Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the General notes closing area during the closing process. Release the remote operating switch imme- Make sure there is sufficient clearance to open the tailgate fully when setting the open- diately if somebody becomes trapped.
Page 92 Side windows The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear becomes trapped, release the switch or press when opened. Therefore, make sure that the switch to open the side window again. there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate. WARNING If children operate the side windows they Unlocking...
Page 93: Side Windows
Side windows The switches on the driver's door take prece- Convenience opening dence. General notes If the SmartKey is in close proximity to the vehi- cle, the convenience opening function is availa- ble. Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: you can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving.
Page 94: Resetting The Side Windows
Side windows Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO Touch recessed sensor surface : on the start function: if the SmartKey is in close prox- door handle until the side windows and the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel imity to the vehicle, the convenience closing are fully closed.
Page 95: Panorama Roof With Power Tilt/Sliding Panel
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 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 96 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel WARNING during resetting At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof auto- when closing the sliding sunroof again man- matically lowers slightly at the rear. This could ually immediately after automatic reversing trap you or other persons. There is a risk of This means that the reversing feature cannot injury.
Page 97 If the panorama roof with If somebody becomes trapped: power tilt/sliding panel makes contact with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the release the switch immediately, or sunroof will lower slightly but remain raised at during automatic operation, push the the rear.
Page 98 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel Resetting the panorama roof with If somebody becomes trapped: power tilt/sliding panel or the front release the switch immediately, or roller sunblind press the switch in any direction during the If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding automatic closing process panel and the roller sunblinds cannot be fully The closing process is stopped.
Page 99 Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Page 100: Correct Driver's Seat Position
Seats you should have a good overview of traffic Correct driver's seat position conditions the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body WARNING and is routed across the center of your shoul- You could lose control of your vehicle if you do der and across your hips in the pelvic area the following while driving: Further related subjects:...
Page 101 Seats WARNING of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking. The seat belt does not offer the intended level Always drive with the head restraints instal- of protection if you have not moved the back- led.
Page 102: Adjusting The Head Restraints
Seats Adjusting the seats electrically Seat cushion angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Electrically adjustable seats with memory Electrically adjustable seats without mem- function ory function Head restraint height Seat cushion length Backrest angle Lift lever : and slide the seat cushion Seat height forward or back.
Page 103 Seats To move forward: pull the head restraint restraint supports the back of the head at forward in the direction of the arrow until it about eye level. engages in the desired position. To move back: press and hold the release General notes catch :.
Page 104 Seats Installing and removing rear head restraints Release the rear seat backrest and fold it slightly forward ( page 281). To remove: pull the head restraint up to the stop. Press release catch : and pull the head restraint out of the guides. To re-install: insert the head restraint so that the notches on the bar are on the left when viewed in the direction of travel.
Page 105 Seats If the battery voltage is too low, the seat heating may switch off. If drive program E is selected, the power of the seat heating is reduced. Switching the seat ventilation on/off Switching on/off Front seats The blue indicator lamps in the button indicate the ventilation level you have selected.
Page 106 Steering wheel Problems with the seat heating / seat ventilation Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The seat heating or seat The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consum- ventilation has switched ers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the not be switched on.
Page 107: Steering Wheel
Steering wheel Adjusting the steering wheel electri- Steering wheel heating cally Switching on/off Adjusts the steering wheel height Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- Adjusts the steering wheel position (fore- tion lock ( page 132). and-aft adjustment) To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direc- Further related subjects: tion of arrow : or ;.
Page 108: Exterior Mirrors
Mirrors The steering wheel only returns to the last control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an set position if the driving position is stored accident. after the seat or steering column has been Always wait until the adjustment process is adjusted ( page 109).
Page 109: Mirrors
Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out For this reason, always make sure of the electrically actual distance from the road users traveling behind by glancing over your shoulder. Adjusting the exterior mirrors Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock ( page 132).
Page 110: Storing The Parking Position
Mirrors Exterior mirror pushed out of position Immediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with electrolyte. If an exterior mirror has been pushed out of position, proceed as follows: If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately. Vehicles without electrically folding exte- rior mirrors: manually move the exterior mir- The exterior mirror on the driver's side and the...
Page 111: Memory Function
Memory function Engage reverse gear. Memory function The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side moves to the preset parking position. Important safety notes Use button ; to adjust the exterior mirror to WARNING a position that allows you to see the rear wheel and the curb.
Page 112 Memory function Adjust the seat accordingly ( page 100). On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel page 105) and the exterior mirrors page 107). Press memory button M and then press one of the memory position buttons 1, 2 or 3 within three seconds.
Page 113: Exterior Lighting
Exterior lighting Automatic headlamp mode Exterior lighting WARNING General notes When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- USA only: if you wish to drive during the daytime beam headlamps may not be switched on without lights, switch off the Daytime Run‐...
Page 114: Combination Switch
Exterior lighting When the engine is running and the vehicle is To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the stationary: if you move the selector lever from a SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or driving position to P, the daytime running lamps start the engine.
Page 115: Cornering Light Function
Exterior lighting switch on a turn signal lamp using the com- High-beam flasher bination switch, only the turn signal lamp on Turn signal, left the corresponding side of the vehicle will To indicate briefly: press the combination flash. switch briefly to the pressure point in the The hazard warning lamps switch on automati- direction of arrow ;...
Page 116 Exterior lighting The system automatically adapts the low-beam If you are driving at speeds above approx- headlamp range depending on the distance to imately 16 mph (25 km/h): the other vehicle. Once the system no longer The headlamp range is set automatically detects any other vehicles, it reactivates the depending on the distance between the vehi- high-beam headlamps.
Page 117: Interior Lighting
Replacing bulbs The color and brightness of the ambient lighting Interior lighting are set using the multimedia system (see Digital Operator's Manual). Overview of interior lighting Front overhead control panel Automatic interior lighting control To switch on or off: press the | button. When the automatic interior lighting control is activated, the button is flush with the over- head control panel.
Page 118 Replacing bulbs Protect bulbs from moisture during operation. Do not allow bulbs to come into contact with liquids. Replace only the bulbs listed ( page 116). Have the bulbs that you cannot change yourself replaced at a qualified specialist workshop. If you require assistance replacing bulbs, con- sult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 119 Replacing bulbs High-beam headlamps Insert bulb holder :, turn it clockwise and lock. Replace the cover in the front wheel housing page 117). Removing and installing the cover in the front wheel housing You must remove the cover of the front wheel housing before you can change the front turn signal lamp.
Page 120 Replacing bulbs handle = with a flat, smooth object, e.g. a Replacing rear bulbs (vehicles with screwdriver. halogen headlamps) Pull the lower section of handle : with a Opening and closing the side trim pan- strong tug to remove it from the trim and then place it to one side.
Page 121: Windshield Wipers
Windshield wipers If it is necessary to switch on the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid when operating the windshield wipers. If the windshield wipers leave smears on the windshield after the vehicle has been washed in an automatic car wash, wax or other resi- dues may be the reason for this.
Page 122 Windshield wipers shield/rear window may be damaged by the Switching the rear window wiper on/ force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the wiper.
Page 123 Windshield wipers Hold on to the wiper arm with one hand. With Slide the catch ; in the direction of arrow = the other hand, turn the wiper blade in the until it engages in the locking position with a direction of arrow : away from the wiper arm noticeable click.
Page 124 Windshield wipers Fold wiper arm ? away from the rear window. Position new wiper blade : with recess B on lug A. Press both release clips ;. Fold wiper blade : in the direction of arrow Fold wiper blade : in the direction of = onto the wiper arm until retaining clips ;...
Page 125: Climate Control
Overview of climate control systems The integrated filter filters out most particles of Overview of climate control systems dust and soot and completely filters out pollen. It also reduces gaseous pollutants and odors. A General notes clogged filter reduces the amount of air supplied Observe the settings recommended on the fol- to the vehicle interior.
Page 126 Operating the climate control systems Sets climate control to automatic ( page 125) Defrosts the windshield ( page 126) Calls up the climate control menu of the multimedia system ( page 272) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 127) Activates or deactivates synchronization ( page 126) Switches air-recirculation mode manually on/off (...
Page 127: Operating The Climate Control Systems
Operating the climate control systems Switching cooling with air dehumidification on/off General notes If you deactivate the "Cooling with air-dehumidification" function, the air inside the vehicle will not be cooled. The air inside the vehicle will also not be dehumidified. The windows can fog up more quickly.
Page 128 Operating the climate control systems Adjusting the climate mode settings Setting the airflow In automatic mode you can select the following Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- airflow settings for the driver's and front- tion lock ( page 132).
Page 129 Operating the climate control systems The climate control system switches to the You should only select this setting until the following functions: windshield is clear again. high airflow Windows fogged up on the outside high temperature air distribution to the windshield and front Activate the windshield wipers.
Page 130: Perfume Atomizer
Operating the climate control systems Activating/deactivating Environmental note Full vials must not be dis- Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 132). posed of with household To activate: press rocker switch g up or waste.
Page 131: Air Vents
Air vents If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz Only refill the vial when you are outside the interior perfumes, observe the manufactur- vehicle. Otherwise, liquid perfume could drip ers' safety notices on the perfume packaging. into the interior and contaminate it.
Page 132 Air vents lets. If necessary, redirect the airflow to another area of the vehicle interior. In order to ensure the direct flow of fresh air through the air vents into the vehicle interior, please observe the following notes: keep the air inlet between the windshield and the hood free of blockages, such as ice, snow or leaves.
Page 133: Notes On Breaking-In A New Vehicle
Driving Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Driving Important safety notes Important safety notes The sensor system of some driving and driving WARNING safety systems adjusts automatically while a Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict certain distance is being driven after the vehicle the clearance around the pedals or block a has been delivered or after repairs.
Page 134: Key Positions
Driving If you depress the brake pedal and press the Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle Start/Stop button, the engine starts immedi- stationary. Drive off immediately. Avoid high ately. engine speeds and driving at full throttle until the engine has reached its operating temper- A check which periodically establishes a radio ature.
Page 135 Driving Key positions with the Start/Stop button Remove Start/Stop button : from ignition lock ;. You do not have to remove the Start/Stop but- ton from the ignition lock when you leave the vehicle. You should, however, always take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle.
Page 136 Driving Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- WARNING tion lock ( page 132). Flammable materials introduced through The indicator lamps in the instrument cluster environmental influence or by animals can light up ( page 256). ignite if in contact with the exhaust system or Turn the SmartKey to position 3 in the igni- parts of the engine that heat up.
Page 137: Pulling Away
Driving You can execute a maximum of two consecutive Pulling away starting attempts via your smartphone. If you press the start/stop button or insert the Smart- General notes Key into the ignition lock, you can carry out two more starting attempts with your smartphone. WARNING The engine runs for ten minutes when starting If the engine speed is above the idling speed...
Page 138: Hill Start Assist
Driving To ensure that you do not roll backwards when ECO start/stop function pulling away on an uphill slope, engage the elec- tric parking brake. Introduction Press and hold handle :. The ECO start/stop function switches the The electric parking brake continues to brake engine off automatically if the vehicle is stopped and prevent the vehicle from rolling back- under certain conditions.
Page 139 Driving The ECO start/stop function is operational the system detects moisture on the wind- when: shield when the air-conditioning system is switched on the indicator lamp in the ECO button is lit the condition of charge of the battery is too green the outside temperature and the atmospheric Shifting the transmission to position j does...
Page 140 Driving All other models To deactivate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; goes out. To activate: press ECO button :. Indicator lamp ; lights up. If indicator lamp ; is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deactivated manually or as the result of a malfunction.
Page 141: Dynamic Select Switch
ECO start/stop function DYNAMIC SELECT switch climate control Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 4MATIC the driver assistance systems the availability of gliding mode General information Further information for automatic drive program...
Page 142 DYNAMIC SELECT switch Selecting the drive program In a few countries, the ECO start/stop func- tion is deactivated at the factory due to the available fuel grade. In this case, the ECO start/stop function is not available in any drive program, regardless of the display in the multimedia system display.
Page 143: Automatic Transmission
Automatic transmission drive program, regardless of the display in the DIRECT SELECT lever multimedia system display. Overview of transmission positions Available drive programs: I Individual Individual settings S+ Sport Plus Particularly sporty driving characteristics S Sport Sporty driving characteris- tics C Comfort Comfortable and economi- cal driving characteristics...
Page 144: Shifting To Neutral
Automatic transmission PLUS is activated. Observe the information on With the SmartKey: if you then open the driv- the HOLD function ( page 172) and on er's door or the front-passenger door or remove DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 167). the SmartKey from the ignition, the automatic transmission shifts to j automatically.
Page 145: Transmission Positions
Automatic transmission The arrows in the transmission position display Neutral show how and into which transmission positions Do not shift the transmission to i you can shift using the DIRECT SELECT lever. while driving. Otherwise, the auto- If the transmission position display in the mul- matic transmission could be dam- tifunction display is not working, you should pull aged.
Page 146 Automatic transmission reduces load change reactions and is conducive you activate manual gearshifting to a sporty driving style. The sound generated by page 145). the double-clutch function depends on the drive you leave the suitable speed range. program selected. If you have selected the "Comfort" setting for the drive (engine management) in drive Kickdown program I, you can also activate gliding mode.
Page 147 Automatic transmission Drive program E (Economy) a result of the later automatic transmission shift points. Drive program E is characterized by the follow- the suspension exhibits particularly stiff ing: springing and damping settings (vehicles with AIR BODY CONTROL). the vehicle exhibits comfortable, economical handling characteristics.
Page 148: Shifting Gears
Automatic transmission Temporary setting To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to position h. To activate: shift the DIRECT SELECT lever to Press button :. position h. Indicator lamp ; lights up. Pull steering wheel paddle shifter : or ;. To deactivate: press button :.
Page 149: Shift Recommendation
Automatic transmission make sure that the engine speed does not gear is reached. When the engine limiting reach the red area of the tachometer. speed is reached, the fuel supply is cut to prevent the engine from overrevving. Always To shift down: pull steering wheel paddle make sure that the engine speed does not shifter :.
Page 150 Refueling Problems with the transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The transmission has The transmission is losing oil. problems shifting gear. Have the transmission checked at a qualified specialist workshop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 151: Refueling
Refueling Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the clean water. Seek medical assistance with- fuel system. out delay. 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.
Page 152 Refueling Switch off the engine. Do not add any more fuel after the pump stops filling for the first time. Otherwise, fuel may leak Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock. out. or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function Vehicles with a diesel engine: the filler neck is or KEYLESS‑GO designed for refueling at diesel filling pumps.
Page 153 Refueling Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.
Page 154 DEF, and do not dilute DEF with water. This DEF between maintenance intervals. Contact an may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center with any treatment system. questions or, if necessary, contact Roadside The vehicle must be parked on level ground Assistance ( page 29).
Page 155 Refueling To avoid transporting already opened refill con- tainers in the vehicle, completely empty refill bottles or canisters when filling the DEF tank, if possible. For further information on DEF, see page 367). Opening/closing the DEF filler cap Unscrew the cap from the opening on top of DEF refill canister ;.
Page 156 Benz offers a special disposable hose with over- fill protection. You can obtain this from any Important safety notes authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. DEF is avail- able in a variety of containers and receptacles. WARNING Only use the disposable hose with the Flammable material such as leaves, grass or Mercedes-Benz DEF refill canisters.
Page 157: Parking
Parking Depress the brake pedal and keep it Switching off the engine depressed. Important safety notes Engage neutral i. Release the brake pedal. WARNING Release the electric parking brake. The automatic transmission switches to neu- Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey tral position N when you switch off the engine.
Page 158 Parking switched off. The sounds that can be heard while The electric parking brake is also engaged auto- this is occurring are normal. matically if: DISTRONIC PLUS brings the vehicle to a Applying or releasing manually standstill or the HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- tionary Active Parking Assist is keeping the vehicle stationary...
Page 159: Driving Tips
Driving tips Emergency braking more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk of an accident. The vehicle can also be braked during an emer- gency by using the electric parking brake. Do not switch off the ignition while driving. While driving, push handle : of the electric parking brake ( page 156).
Page 160: Emission Control
Always have work on the engine carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use an authorized Mercedes- Benz Center for this purpose. In particular, work...
Page 161 Driving tips The ECO display consists of three sections, with In addition to driving style, the actual consump- an inner and outer area. The sections corre- tion is affected by other factors, such as: spond to the following three categories: load Tire pressure Acceleration (evaluation of all accel-...
Page 162: Wet Roads
This type of damage Carefully depress the brake pedal and the is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz war- beginning and end of a journey. ranty. Maintain a greater distance to the vehicle ahead.
Page 163: Winter Driving
Bear in mind that vehicles traveling in front brake pads/linings that have been approved or in the opposite direction create waves. This by Mercedes-Benz or that are of an equivalent may cause the maximum permissible water standard of quality depth to be exceeded.
Page 164 The speed indicated in the speedometer critical situations. With these intelligent co-ordi- may differ slightly from the speed stored. nated systems Mercedes-Benz has set a mile- stone on the path towards autonomous driving. Cruise control lever Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all elements of active and passive safety in one well thought out system –...
Page 165 Driving systems Setting a speed Deactivates cruise control Activates at the current speed/last stored Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment speed until the vehicle has accelerated or braked to When you activate cruise control, the stored the speed set.
Page 166 Driving systems 2. This device must accept any interference DISTRONIC PLUS received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. General notes Removal, tampering, or altering of the device DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and auto- will void any warranties, and is not permitted. matically helps you maintain the distance from Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- the vehicle detected in front.
Page 167: Driving Systems
Driving systems This speed may: In such cases, apply the brakes yourself and try to take evasive action. be too high if you are driving in a filter lane or an exit lane When DISTRONIC PLUS or the HOLD func- be so high in the right lane that you pass vehi- tion is activated, the vehicle brakes automat- cles driving on the left (left-hand drive coun-...
Page 168 Driving systems Active Parking Assist must not be activated. erwise, it sets the vehicle speed to the previ- ously stored value. the transmission must be in position h. the driver's door must be closed when you shift the transmission from position j to h Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS or your seat belt must be fastened.
Page 169 Driving systems between your vehicle and the vehicle in front When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, the trans- becomes too small. mission is shifted automatically to position j, When you change lanes, DISTRONIC PLUS mon- itors the left lane (on left-hand-drive vehicles) or the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the the right lane (on right-hand-drive vehicles).
Page 170 Driving systems Adjust the distance to the vehicle in front if nec- Displays in the assistance graphic essary. Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is deac- tivated To increase: turn control ; in direction =. DISTRONIC PLUS then maintains a greater Vehicle in front, if detected distance between your vehicle and the vehicle Distance indicator, current distance to the in front.
Page 171 Driving systems Deactivating DISTRONIC PLUS Tips for driving with DISTRONIC PLUS General notes Pay particular attention in the following traffic situations: Cornering, entering and exiting a bend: the ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehicles when cornering is limited. Your vehicle may brake unexpectedly or late.
Page 172 Driving systems DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering Assist and vehicle yourself to ensure that it does not leave Stop&Go Pilot helps you keep the vehicle in the the lane. center of the lane by means of moderate steer- The system may be impaired or may not function ing interventions in a speed range from 0–125 mph (0–200 km/h).
Page 173 Driving systems a visual warning. A steering wheel symbol Deactivating Steering Assist and Stop&Go appears in the multifunction display. If you have Pilot still not started to steer and have not taken hold Press button ;. of the steering wheel after five seconds at the Indicator lamp : goes out.
Page 174 Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function To avoid damage to the vehicle, deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in The HOLD function is deactivated automatically the following or similar situations: when towing the vehicle you depress the accelerator and the trans- in the car wash mission is in position h or k Deactivating the HOLD function (...
Page 175: Vehicle Level
Driving systems Important safety notes The "Raised level" setting is canceled if you: drive faster than 75 mph (120 km/h) WARNING drive for approximately three minutes at a When the vehicle is being lowered, people speed above 50 mph (80 km/h) could become trapped if their limbs are The "Raised level"...
Page 176 Driving systems comfort mode also when driving fast on straight The vehicle is raised by 1.5 in (40 mm). roads, e.g. on straight stretches of highway. The vehicle is automatically set to the level Select the E or C drive program with the of the most recently selected drive program page 139) if you drive faster than 1 mph DYNAMIC SELECT switch (...
Page 177 Driving systems Sport mode Press button : repeatedly until indicator lamps ; and = go out. You have selected Comfort mode. AMG Suspension System COMFORT mes- sage appears on the multifunction display. 4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive) 4MATIC ensures permanent drive for all four ®...
Page 178 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is only an aid. It is not a replace- ment for your attention to your immediate sur- roundings. You are always responsible for safe maneuvering, parking and exiting a parking space. Make sure that there are no persons, animals or objects in the maneuvering area while maneuvering and parking in/leaving park- ing spaces.
Page 179 Driving systems If there is an obstacle within this range, the rel- One or more segments light up as the vehicle evant warning displays light up and a warning approaches an obstacle, depending on the vehi- tone sounds. If the distance falls below the min- cle's distance from the obstacle: imum, the distance may no longer be shown.
Page 180 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments in PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. the PARKTRONIC warn- If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified spe- ing displays are lit. You cialist workshop.
Page 181: Detecting Parking Spaces
Driving systems Parking tips: If objects are located above the detection On narrow roads, drive as close to the parking range, stop and deactivate Active Parking space as possible. Assist. Parking spaces that are littered or overgrown might be identified or measured incorrectly. For further information on the detection range page 176).
Page 182 Driving systems Active Parking Assist will only detect parking the battery is disconnected. spaces: the accelerator pedal has been depressed, parallel or at right angles to the direction of e.g. by a vehicle occupant. travel There is a risk of an accident. that are parallel to the direction of travel and Before leaving the vehicle, always secure it at least 59 in (1.5 m) wide...
Page 183 Driving systems Exiting a parking space Park Assist Active Accelerate and Brake Observe Surroundings mes- In order that Active Parking Assist can support sage appears in the multifunction display. you when you exit the parking space: You will achieve the best results by waiting the border of the parking space must be high for the steering procedure to complete before enough at the front and the rear.
Page 184 Driving systems Surroundings message appears on the mul- If a system malfunction occurs, the vehicle is tifunction display. braked to a standstill. To drive on, depress the accelerator again. You will achieve the best results by waiting for the steering procedure to complete before pulling away.
Page 185 Driving systems To switch the function mode for vehicles if there is a sudden change in temperature, e.g. when driving into a heated garage in win- with trailer tow hitch:using the controller, select symbol : for the "Reverse parking" function or symbol ; for "Coupling up a if the camera lens is dirty or obstructed trailer".
Page 186 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- Front warning display imately 13 ft (4.0 m) from the rear of the Rear warning display vehicle Additional vehicle icon: PARKTRONIC meas- White guide lines without steering input, urement operational readiness indicator vehicle width including the exterior mirrors Vehicles with PARKTRONIC: when (static)
Page 187 Driving systems Make sure that the rear view camera is Stop the vehicle when it is almost exactly in switched on ( page 183). front of the parking space. The lane and the guide lines appear. With the help of white guide line :, check whether the vehicle will fit into the parking space.
Page 188: Object Detection
Driving systems "Coupling up a trailer" function Reverse carefully until trailer drawbar ; rea- ches red guide line B. The distance between trailer drawbar ; and red guide line B is now approximately 12 in (0.30 m). Couple up the trailer ( page 204).
Page 189 Driving systems yellow brackets with thin lines: PARKTRONIC 360° camera is active General notes yellow brackets with normal lines: an object is present in close range of the vehicle The 360° camera is a system consisting of four red line: an object is present in the immediate cameras.
Page 190 Driving systems The camera in the rear area is protected by a split screen with top view and the image means of a flap. This flap opens when the 360° from the front camera or camera is activated. Observe the notes on a split screen with top view and the image cleaning ( page 316).
Page 191 Driving systems very close to the exterior mirrors in the transitional areas between the various cameras in the virtual top view Objects not at ground level may appear to be further away than they actually are, e.g.: the bumper of a parked vehicle the drawbar of a trailer the ball coupling of a trailer tow hitch the rear section of an HGV...
Page 192 Driving systems You can also select the side camera setting Red guide line at a distance of approximately for the rear-facing view. 12 in (0.30 m) from the front of the vehicle Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the front of the "Coupling up a trailer"...
Page 193 Driving systems Reverse carefully until the trailer drawbar rea- ATTENTION ASSIST ches red guide line C. The distance between the trailer drawbar and General notes red guide line C is now approximately 12 in ATTENTION ASSIST helps you during long, (0.30 m).
Page 194 Driving systems Displaying the attention level responds to the last selection activated (stand- ard/sensitive). Warning in the multifunction display If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentration are detected, a warning appears in the multi- function display: ATTENTION ASSIST Take a Break!.
Page 195: Instrument Cluster Display
Driving systems The sign indicating the end of a restriction only Speed limit with unknown restriction appears with the restriction in the instrument cluster when: The regulation must be observed with the restriction, or Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine whether the restriction applies If Traffic Sign Assist is unable to determine a maximum permitted speed from any of the avail-...
Page 196 Driving systems Important safety notes there are narrow vehicles, e.g. motorcycles or bicycles WARNING the road has very wide lanes Blind Spot Assist does not react to: the road has narrow lanes vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, you are not driving in the middle of the lane placing them in the blind spot area there are barriers or other road boundaries Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not...
Page 197 Driving systems Warning lamp Display in the assistance graphic Warning lamp When Blind Spot Assist is activated, gray radar waves propagating backwards appear next to Blind Spot Assist is not active at speeds below the vehicle in the assistance display in the mul- approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
Page 198 Driving systems This function is available in the range between there are no, several or unclear lane markings 40 mph and 120 mph (60 km/h and 200 km/h). for a lane, e.g. in areas with road construction work A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking.
Page 199 Driving systems When Standard is selected, no warning vibra- lights up in the exterior mirrors and draws your tion occurs if: attention to vehicles detected in the monitored area. If you then switch on the corresponding you switch on the turn signals. In this event, turn signal to change lane, you will also receive the warnings are suppressed for a certain an optical and audible warning.
Page 200 Driving systems Removal, tampering, or altering of the device The detection of obstacles can be impaired in will void any warranties, and is not permitted. the case of: Do not tamper with, alter, or use in any non- there is dirt on the sensors or anything else approved way.
Page 201 Driving systems If you select the reverse gear, Active Blind Spot If a course-correcting brake application occurs, Assist is not operational. red warning lamp : flashes in the exterior mir- ror and a double warning tone sounds. In addi- The brightness of the warning lamps is auto- tion, a display underlining the danger of a side matically adapted to the brightness of the sur- collision appears in the multifunction display.
Page 202: Active Lane Keeping Assist
Driving systems Active Lane Keeping Assist In such cases, Active Lane Keeping Assist can: General notes give an unnecessary warning and then make a course-correcting brake application to the vehicle not give a warning or intervene There is a risk of an accident. Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and keep within the lane, especially if Active Lane Keeping Assist alerts you.
Page 203 Driving systems Lane-correcting brake application you have switched on the turn signal. ® a driving safety system intervenes, e.g. ESP If you leave your lane, under certain circumstan- ces the vehicle will brake briefly on one side. ® PRE-SAFE Brake or Active Blind Spot Assist. This is meant to assist you in bringing the vehicle you have adopted a sporty driving style with back to the original lane.
Page 204 Towing a trailer the lines in the assistance graphic This can be accomplished by checking the trailer page 219) appear in green. Active Lane lighting. Keeping Assist is ready for use. To deactivate: press button ;. Towing a trailer Indicator lamp : goes out. The Active Lane Keeping Assist is deactivated.
Page 205: Towing A Trailer
Observe the maximum per- missible speed in the relevant country. For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the maxi- Notes on towing a trailer mum permissible rear axle load is increased when towing a trailer. See the "Technical data"...
Page 206: Installing The Ball Coupling
Towing a trailer which the maximum permissible speed for vehi- coupling is correctly installed and secured cle/trailer combinations is above 60 mph before every journey. (100 km/h). When towing a trailer, your vehicle's handling WARNING characteristics will be different in comparison to If the ball coupling is not installed and secured when driving without a trailer and it will con- sume more fuel.
Page 207 Towing a trailer Switch off the engine. Towing a trailer Close the doors and tailgate. There are several legal requirements for towing Couple up the trailer. a trailer, e.g. the maximum permissible speed. Establish the electrical connection between Make sure that your car/trailer combination the vehicle and the trailer.
Page 208: Decoupling A Trailer
Towing a trailer When overtaking, pay particular attention to the Close all doors and the tailgate. extended length of your vehicle/trailer combi- Switch off the engine. nation. Secure the vehicle and trailer against rolling Due to the length of the vehicle/trailer combi- away.
Page 209 The permissible gross vehicle weight is indi- cated on the identification plate on the B-pil- lar on the driver's side of the vehicle. Mercedes-Benz recommends a trailer load where the trailer drawbar noseweight accounts for 8% to 15% of the permissible gross trailer weight.
Page 210: Important Safety Notes
Displays and operation Important safety notes Displays and operation Instrument cluster lighting WARNING If you operate information systems and com- munication equipment integrated in the vehi- cle while driving, you will be distracted from traffic conditions. You could also lose control of the vehicle.
Page 211: Outside Temperature Display
Displays and operation Tachometer Operating the on-board computer Do not drive in the overrevving range, as this could damage the engine. The red band in the tachometer indicates the engine's overrevving range. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine when the red band is reached.
Page 212 Displays and operation In all menus: confirms the selected Mute entry in the list ó Vehicles with multimedia system In the Radio Media menu: Audio 20: opens the list of available radio Switches on voice-operated con- sources or media trol for navigation (see the manu- In the Telephone menu: switches...
Page 213: Displays And Operation
Displays and operation Displays and operation a DISTRONIC PLUS Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ( page 169) Switching the head-up display on/off _ Adaptive Highbeam Assist page 113) è ECO start/stop function ( page 136) ë HOLD function ( page 171) Head-up display General notes The head-up display projects information from...
Page 214: Standard Display
Menus and submenus AMG displays in the head-up display Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can select the following menu: Trip menu ( page 212) Navi menu (navigation instructions) page 214) Radio menu ( page 216) Media menu ( page 216) Telephone menu ( page 218)
Page 215: Menus And Submenus
Menus and submenus Displaying the range and current fuel For further information on the ECO display, see page 158). consumption Trip computer "From Start" or "From Reset" Range of the fuel supply Current fuel consumption Recuperation display Distance Press the ò button on the steering wheel Driving time to open the menu list.
Page 216 Menus and submenus Route guidance not active Confirm by pressing a on the steering wheel. Press the : or 9 button to select the digital speedometer. Resetting values Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to select the Trip...
Page 217 Menus and submenus Change of direction announced with a Change of direction without lane recom- lane recommendation mendation Target of the change of direction Road into which the change of direction leads Distance to the change of direction Distance to change of direction and visual Change-of-direction symbol distance display Recommended lane and new lane during a...
Page 218 Menus and submenus Other status indicators of the naviga- Name of artist tion system Name of track The multifunction display shows station ; with station frequency or station name. The preset position is only displayed along with station ; if this has been stored.
Page 219 Menus and submenus Confirm by pressing a on the steering To select an audio player or media:press wheel. a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. To open the media sources list: press a briefly. Press : or 9 to select the correspond- The list shows the following media sources, ing audio player or media.
Page 220 Menus and submenus To select a DVD single drive or disc: press You will see one of the following display mes- sages in the multifunction display: a briefly. The list containing the media sources appears. Phone READY or the name of the network Press : or 9 to select the correspond- provider: the mobile phone has found a net- ing DVD single drive or disc.
Page 221 Menus and submenus If there is more than one number for a Confirm by pressing a on the steering particular name: press the 6 or a wheel. The assistance graphic displays the status of button to display the numbers. and information from the following driving Press the : or 9 button to select the systems or driving safety systems: number you want to dial.
Page 222 Menus and submenus Press : or 9 to select the AdBlue Press : or 9 on the steering wheel to submenu. select the Settings menu. Press a to confirm your selection. Confirm by pressing a on the steering The range and DEF level appear in a bar graph wheel.
Page 223 Menus and submenus Setting ATTENTION ASSIST ® Activating/deactivating PRE-SAFE Brake Press the ò button on the steering wheel to open the menu list. ® PRE‑SAFE Brake is only available for vehicles Press the : or 9 button on the steering with the Driving Assistance package.
Page 224 Menus and submenus Head-up display submenu Information on displays of Traffic Sign Assist page 192). Selecting other displays Setting the position You can adjust the position of the Head-up Dis- play on the windshield. You can compensate for height differences if the seat positions are changed, for example.
Page 225 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to adjust the Press : or 9 to select the Display brightness to a level from Level +5 (bright) to Unit Speed-/Odometer function. Level -5 (dark). The current setting Miles appears. Press the a or % button to save the Press the a button to save the setting.
Page 226 Menus and submenus G-Meter Press a to confirm. Reset All Settings? function appears. Press : or 9 to select or Yes. Press a to confirm the selection. If you have selected Yes, the multifunction display shows a confirmation message. For safety reasons, the Daytime Running Lights function in the...
Page 227 Menus and submenus SETUP RACETIMER Overview Displaying and starting RACETIMER Drive Eco/Comfort/Sport/Sport +/Man‐ RACETIMER Chassis Comfort/Sport/Sport + The RACETIMER is only intended for use on a Steering Comfort/Sport closed race circuit. Do not use the function on ECO Start/Stop Active/Inactive/Off public roads.
Page 228 Menus and submenus Press the : or 9 button to select Press : or 9 to select Stop. Lap. The RACETIMER is stopped. Press a to confirm. Press : or 9 to select Reset. Press a to confirm. A maximum of 32 laps may be stored. All laps are deleted.
Page 229: Display Messages
Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may therefore differ from the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.
Page 230 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- gram) are temporarily not available. Currently Unavaila‐ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- ble See Operator's tion.
Page 231 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- Inoperative See tion. Operator's Manual The ÷ warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. WARNING The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
Page 232 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ® EBD (electronic brake force distribution), ABS and ESP are malfunc- tioning. ÷ Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also malfunc- tion. Inoperative See In addition, the ÷ and ! warning lamps light up in the instru- Operator's Manual ment cluster and a warning tone sounds.
Page 233 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp light up. The electric parking brake is malfunctioning. To release: Switch off the ignition and turn it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually.
Page 234 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up. The red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then goes out or remains lit.
Page 235 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The yellow ! warning lamp lights up and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes. It is not possible to apply the electric parking brake manually. Shift the transmission to position j.
Page 236 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Collision Preven‐ COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is temporarily inoperative due tion Assist Plus to a malfunction. Adaptive Brake Assist may also have failed. Inoperative Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. PRE-SAFE Inopera‐ ®...
Page 237 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Radar Sensors Dirty The radar sensor system is malfunctioning. See Operator's Man‐ Possible causes are: Dirt on sensors Heavy rain or snow When driving on inter-urban roads without traffic or infrastructure, e.g.
Page 238 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The rear left-hand or right-hand restraint system is malfunctioning. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. Rear Left Malfunc‐ WARNING tion Service Required Rear The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be triggered Right Malfunction unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
Page 239: Front Passenger Airbag Disabled
Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated during the journey, bag Disabled See even though: Operator's Manual 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 interpret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.
Page 240 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Front Passenger Air‐ The front-passenger front air bag is enabled during the journey, even bag Enabled See though: Operator's Manual a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the system'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 weight on...
Page 241 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions For further information about the Occupant Classification System, see page 51). Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The bulb in question is malfunctioning. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Check Left Low Beam (Example) Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself page 116).
Page 242 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Adaptive Highbeam Adaptive Highbeam Assist is deactivated and temporarily inoperative. Assist Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty Operator's Manual Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. Clean the windshield.
Page 243 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. A warning tone also sounds. Coolant Too Hot WARNING Stop Vehicle Turn Engine Off Do not drive when your engine is overheated. This can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire.
Page 244 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is no longer being charged and the condition of charge is too low. Stop Vehicle See A warning tone also sounds. Operator's Manual Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, pay- ing attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 245 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Check that the fuel filler cap is correctly closed. Gas Cap Loose If the fuel filler cap is not correctly closed: Close the fuel filler cap.
Page 246 Display messages Driving systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions À Based on certain criteria, ATTENTION ASSIST has detected fatigue or a lack of concentration on the part of the driver. A warning tone also ATTENTION ASSIST: sounds. Take a Break! If necessary, take a break.
Page 247 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Á You cannot change the vehicle level. Possible causes are: You are driving too fast for the selected vehicle level Drive More Slowly You are driving too fast with a trailer or the trailer-coupling socket is being used, e.g.
Page 248 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's the radar sensor system is outside the operating temperature Manual Active range.
Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Traffic Sign Assist Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily inoperative. Currently Unavaila‐ Possible causes are: ble See Operator's The windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Manual Visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog. Clean the windshield.
Page 250 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS Inop‐ DISTRONIC PLUS is faulty. erative The following may have also failed: BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist ® PRE-SAFE Brake Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot A warning tone also sounds. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 251 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Cruise Control A condition for activating cruise control has not been met. - - - mph You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph (30 km/h), for exam- ple. ®...
Page 252 Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tire Pressure Canada only: Soon The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or installed new wheels and tires the tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly WARNING...
Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped significantly. The wheel position is displayed in the multifunction display. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 254 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tire Pressure Moni‐ The wheels mounted do not have a suitable tire pressure sensor. The tor Inoperative No tire pressure monitor is deactivated. Wheel Sensors Mount wheels with suitable tire pressure sensors. The tire pressure monitor is activated automatically after driving for a few minutes.
Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Service Required Do You cannot change the transmission position due to a malfunction. Not Shift Gears A warning tone also sounds. Visit Dealer If transmission position h is selected: Drive to a qualified specialist workshop without shifting the trans- mission from position h.
Page 256 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The hood is open. A warning tone also sounds. WARNING The open hood may block your view when the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of an accident. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 257 Display messages SmartKey Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Â You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock. Use the correct SmartKey. Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle Â The SmartKey is in the ignition lock. A warning tone sounds Take Your Key from Remove the SmartKey.
Page 258: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster
Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves, the SmartKey is not detected whilst the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 259 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ü N The red seat belt warning lamp lights up after the engine starts, as soon as the driver's or the front-passenger door is closed. The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt.
Page 260 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N $ (USA only), J (Canada only): the red brake system warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 261 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. ABS (anti-lock braking system) is malfunctioning. If there is an additional warning tone, the EBD (electronic brake force distribution) is malfunctioning.
Page 262 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp ÷ ® N The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while the vehicle is in motion. ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin.
Page 263 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp å ® N The yellow ESP OFF warning lamp is lit while the engine is running or the ECO start/stop function is activated. ®...
Page 264 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N F (USA only), ! (Canada only): the red indicator lamp for the electric parking brake flashes or is lit and/or the yellow warning lamp for the electric parking brake is lit.
Page 265 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow Check Engine warning lamp lights up while the engine is running. There may be a malfunction, for example: in the engine management in the fuel injection system in the exhaust system...
Page 266 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The red coolant warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. The coolant level is too low. If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be defective.
Page 267 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp At coolant temperatures below 248 ‡ (120 †), drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving in mountainous terrain and stop-and-go traffic.
Page 268 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp N The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) is lit. The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. WARNING Tire pressures that are too low pose the following hazards: they may burst, especially as the load and vehicle speed increase.
Page 269 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Vehicle Warning/ N Signal type indicator Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions lamp Ð N The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds.
Page 270: General Notes
Function restrictions Please always use this feature instead of con- General notes sulting the map display for directions. Looking at the icons or map display can distract you from The multimedia system section in this Opera- traffic conditions and driving, and increase the tor's Manual describes the basic principles for risk of an accident.
Page 271: Operating System
Operating system Operating system Navigation announcements will be heard even if the sound is muted. Overview Functions General notes The multimedia system has the following func- Wearing polarized sunglasses may impair your tions: ability to read the display. Radio mode The display has an automatic temperature-con- Media mode with media search trolled switch-off feature.
Page 272 Operating system Character entry with handwriting rec- Touchpad ognition Switching the touchpad on/off Entering characters Multimedia system: Use one finger to write characters on the sur- Select VehicleQSystem Set‐ face. tingsQTouchpadQActivate Touch‐ The character is entered in the input line. If pad.
Page 273 Operating system To select the input line: select p. To switch to the controller: press the con- troller. Swipe up or down. Character entry using the controller is active. To move the cursor within the input line: To switch to the touchpad: press the touch- select p.
Page 274 Operating system Calling up the climate control bar Adding your own favorite Select VehicleQClimate Control. Multimedia system: Press and hold the g button until the Select Vehicle. favorites are displayed. The vehicle menu is displayed. Add a favorite at the desired position. Slide 6 the controller repeatedly until the If a favorite has already been added at this climate control bar is activated.
Page 275 Operating system To set the intensity: turn the controller when For further information on synchronizing climate the atomizer is switched on. control settings, see ( page 126). To exit the menu: press the % button. Switching the ionization on/off Navigation mode The ionization has a cleansing effect on the air in Important safety notes the vehicle interior.
Page 276 USA) yourself with up to four intermediate destina- Prerequisite: your vehicle meets the access tions. conditions for carpool lanes. select destinations from Mercedes-Benz Carpool lanes will be included if the carpool Apps lanes option is activated. select geo-coordinates Entering an address...
Page 277 Connecting a mobile phone In the USA, you can get in touch with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center Authorization using Secure Simple Pairing: on 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372). Select mobile phone. In Canada, you can get in touch with the Cus- A code is displayed in the multimedia system tomer Relations Center on 1-800-387-0100.
Page 278 Operating system Activating media mode minutes to be displayed (see the manufactur- er's operating instructions). Multimedia system: If the codes are different: select on the Select MediaQDevices. multimedia system. The available media sources will be shown. The process is canceled. Select the media source.
Page 279 Operating system There are two USB ports in the stowage space under the armrest. Connect the USB device to the USB port. Select the media source ( page 276).
Page 280: Loading Guidelines
Stowage areas Position heavy loads as far forwards as pos- Stowage areas sible and as low down in the cargo compart- ment as possible. Loading guidelines The load must not protrude above the upper WARNING edge of the seat backrests. Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust Always place the load behind unoccupied seats if possible.
Page 281: Stowage Areas
Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the front Eyeglasses compartment Glove box To open: press marking :. The eyeglasses compartment opens down. To open: pull handle : and open glove box Make sure that the eyeglasses compartment is flap ;. always closed while the vehicle is in motion. To close: fold glove box flap ;...
Page 282 Stowage areas Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the fol- lowing may be in the stowage space: an SD card slot a multimedia connector unit with two USB ® ® ports, e.g. for iPod , iPhone or MP3 player (see the Digital Operator's Manual) a mobile phone bracket a small stowage space in the upper front sec- tion...
Page 283 Stowage areas Vehicle occupants could be struck in the event of sudden braking or an accident, for instance, if you: transport other heavy or sharp-edged objects in the skibag do not secure the skibag with the lashing straps There is a risk of accident and injury. Store only skis in the skibag.
Page 284 Stowage areas Both outside seat backrests in the rear com- Pull the left or right release handle :. partment are electrically unlocked with the The corresponding backrest folds forward. release handles either in the cargo compart- Move the driver's or front-passenger seat ment or beside the seat backrests in the rear back if necessary.
Page 285 Stowage areas Locking the center rear seat backrest Left and right seat backrest: Move the driver's or front-passenger seat In order to prevent the cargo compartment from forward if necessary. being accessed by unauthorized persons, the Fold rear seat backrest : back until it center seat backrest can be locked using a engages.
Page 286 Stowage areas Vehicles with the stowage space package: to enlarge the cargo compartment, you can adjust the rear seat backrests to a 10 degrees steeper angle (cargo position). Fold the seat backrest forward ( page 281). Move handle : in the direction of the arrow. Push back seat backrest ;...
Page 287: Cargo Compartment Cover
Stowage areas Installing/removing the cargo compart- Cargo compartment cover ment cover Important safety notes WARNING On its own, the cargo compartment cover cannot secure or restrain heavy objects, items of luggage and heavy loads. You could be hit by an unsecured load during sudden changes in direction, braking or in the event of an accident.
Page 288 Stowage areas It is important to use a cargo net if you load the Attaching and tightening the cargo net vehicle with small objects above the seat backr- ests. For safety reasons, always use a cargo net when transporting loads. Damaged cargo nets can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced.
Page 289 Stowage areas an accident. There is a risk of injury, particu- larly in the event of sharp braking or sudden changes of direction. Always stow objects in such a way that they cannot be tossed about in these or similar situations.
Page 290 Stowage areas The following accessory parts are located under Turn mounting elements = to =. the cargo compartment floor: Insert mounting elements = into brack- ets :. a telescopic rod Pull telescopic rod ? apart. two mounting elements Insert telescopic rod ? into mounting ele- two brackets ments =.
Page 291: Roof Carrier
You will find information on the maximum roof load in the "Technical data" section page 370). Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to avoid damage to the vehicle.
Page 292 Observe the loading guidelines ( page 278). panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel makes contact with a roof carrier approved by Mercedes-Benz, the sunroof will lower slightly Cup holder in the front center console but remain raised at the rear. Attaching the roof carrier Secure the roof carrier to the roof rails.
Page 293: Features
Features Mirror light Fold down the rear seat armrest. Bracket To open: press the front of cup holder : Retaining clip, e.g. for a car park ticket or ;. Vanity mirror Cup holder : or ; extends automatically. Mirror cover To fold out: place a container in the cup holder.
Page 294: Front Ashtray
Features out of the retainers and spring back suddenly To install the insert: press insert ? into the when driving at high speeds, e.g. when driving holder until it engages. on the freeway. This could damage the inertia To close: close the cover of the ashtray. reel.
Page 295 Features Socket in the front center console Cigarette lighter (example) Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- 12 V socket (example) tion lock ( page 132). To open: open the stowage compartment To open: open the stowage compartment page 279).
Page 296 Features Lift up the cover of socket :. can be connected. These devices, such as games consoles, chargers and laptops, must not consume more than a maximum of 150 watts altogether. 115 V socket Requirements for operation of these devices: Important safety notes the electronic device that you connect has a suitable connector and conforms to stand-...
Page 297 If you have questions about the activation, con- Customer Assistance Center tact one of the following telephone hotlines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at The mbrace system 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or 1-866-990-9007 To adjust the volume during a call, proceed as...
Page 298: Emergency Call
SOS button Have the system checked at the nearest flashes. The Connecting Call message Mercedes-Benz Service Center or contact the appears in the multifunction display. following service hotlines: The audio output is muted. Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at...
Page 299 To call: press Roadside Assistance but- mobile phone network is not available. The indi- ton :. cator lamp in the SOS button flashes continu- This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- ously. tomer Assistance Center. Call Failed message appears in the mul- The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance tifunction display and must be confirmed.
Page 300: Call Priority
Call priority To call: press Info call button :. When service calls are active, e.g. Roadside This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Cus- Assistance or Info calls, an emergency call can tomer Assistance Center. still be initiated. In this case, an emergency call...
Page 301 3 or sliding 1 If you select 'Send to vehicle' and then the controller and confirm with 7. 'Mercedes-Benz', the destination address will The system calculates the route and subse- be sent to your vehicle. quently starts the route guidance with the When the "Send"...
Page 302 The vehicle remote closing feature is available if If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles with the relevant mobile phone network is available mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: and a data connection is possible.
Page 303 You are then, for example, workshop. guided to the nearest Mercedes-Benz Service Center or a recovery vehicle is called. This information can also be called up under "Owners Online" at http://www.mbusa.com.
Page 304 You will be informed if the vehicle crosses the boundaries USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance of the selected areas. You can select the way in Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes which you receive this information beforehand.
Page 305 Features Programming so, vary the distance between remote control A and the rear-view mirror. Programming buttons The required distance between remote con- trol A and the integrated garage door opener Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" depends on the garage door drive system. page 302).
Page 306 Features with Canadian law, some U.S. garage door open- The garage door opener is compatible with ers also feature a "break". devices which operate in the frequency range of 280 to 433 MHz. Proceed as follows: Replace the batteries in garage door remote if you live in Canada.
Page 307 Features Clearing the memory Make sure that you clear the memory of the integrated garage door opener before selling the vehicle. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 132). Press and hold buttons ; and ?. The indicator lamp initially lights up yellow and then green.
Page 308 Engine compartment Engine compartment remove jewelry and watches keep items of clothing and hair, for exam- Hood ple, away from moving parts Important safety notes Opening the hood WARNING WARNING If the hood is unlatched, it may open up when the vehicle is in motion and block your view.
Page 309: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components. Certain components, such as the radiator fan, may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition is off. There is a risk of injury. If you need to do any work inside the engine compartment: switch off the ignition never reach into the area where there is a...
Page 310 Working in the engine compartment poses a Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service risk of injury. Products is available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Page 311 ;. If necessary, add coolant that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far as it will go. For further information on coolant, see...
Page 312: Assyst Plus
Further information can be obtained at a quali- select the ASSYST PLUS submenu and con- fied specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized firm with a. Mercedes-Benz Center, or at The service due date appears in the multi- http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). function display.
Page 313: Care
A qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an author- You could otherwise scratch or damage the ized Mercedes-Benz Center, will reset the surfaces and protective film. ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out.
Page 314 Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car Operating with the Start/Stop button: shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. Do not open the driver's door when the engine is switched off or at very low...
Page 315: Power Washers
Care Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a gen- between the parts of the vehicle covered with tle jet of water. the film and the nozzle of the high pressure cleaner. Do not point the water jet directly towards the air inlet.
Page 316: Cleaning The Windows
Use only insect remover and car shampoo from surface, use the paint care products recommen- the range of approved Mercedes-Benz care ded and approved by Mercedes-Benz. This is the products. case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate conditions and the care product used.
Page 317 Clean sensors : of the driving systems with ses. water, car shampoo and a soft cloth. Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior light- ing using a wet sponge and a mild cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning cloths.
Page 318: Interior Care
360° camera Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product with a power washer. tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cleaning the trailer tow hitch Environmental note Dispose of rags soaked in oil and grease in an environmentally responsible manner.
Page 319 Only use leather care agents that have mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. been tested and approved by Mercedes- Benz. You can obtain these from a qualified Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- specialist workshop.
Page 320 Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solution. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile cleaning agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 321: Where Will I Find
Where will I find...? Information on reflective safety jackets Where will I find...? Reflective safety jacket Removing/replacing the reflective safety jacket Maximum number of washes Maximum wash temperature Do not bleach Do not iron Do not use a laundry dryer The reflective safety jackets are located in the Do not dry-clean safety jacket compartments in the stowage...
Page 322 Where will I find...? Towing eye Vehicles with a tire-change tool kit General notes Apart from certain country-specific variations, the vehicles are not equipped with a tire-change tool kit. Some tools for changing a wheel are specific to the vehicle. For more information on which tire changing tools are required and approved to perform a wheel change on your vehicle, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 323: Flat Tire
Flat tire Flat tire Vehicles with MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat characteristics) Preparing the vehicle General notes Your vehicle may be equipped with: With MOExtended tires (tires with run flat char- MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat proper- acteristics), you can continue to drive your vehi- ties) ( page 321) cle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one...
Page 324 Flat tire you use the proper size and type (summer or WARNING winter tires). In the following situations, the tire sealant is Vehicles equipped with MOExtended tires are unable to provide sufficient breakdown assis- not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory. It tance, as it is unable to seal the tire properly: is therefore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount...
Page 325 Flat tire Pull connector ? with cable and hose A out Do not operate the tire inflation compressor of the tire inflation compressor housing. for longer than ten minutes at a time without a break. It may otherwise overheat. Push connector on hose A into flange B on tire sealant bottle : until the connector The tire inflation compressor can be operated engages.
Page 326 There is a risk of accident. In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- Do not continue driving. Contact a qualified tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Or specialist workshop. call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Page 327: Battery (Vehicle)
Battery (vehicle) To reduce the tire pressure: depress pres- immediately. Do not drive any further. You sure release button : next to pressure should have all work involving the battery car- gauge ;. ried out at a qualified specialist workshop. When the tire pressure is correct, unscrew the filler hose from the valve of the sealed tire.
Page 328 Observe this Operator's Manual. Always have work on batteries carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you only use batteries which have been tested and approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. These batteries provide...
Page 329 You can also an explosion. charge the battery with a charger recommended Allow the frozen battery to thaw out before by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a qualified special- charging it or jump-starting. ist workshop for further information. Have the battery condition of charge checked...
Page 330: Jump-Starting
Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point in the engine com- partment, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point. All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion battery: WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Page 331 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 332 Towing and tow-starting Slide cover A 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 333: Towing And Tow-Starting
Towing and tow-starting Do not use the trailer tow hitch for recovery Installing/removing the towing eye or towing. Do not use the towing eye for Installing the towing eye recovery. this could damage the vehicle. If in doubt, have the vehicle recovered using a crane.
Page 334: Transporting The Vehicle
Towing and tow-starting Remove the towing eye from the retainer for the direction of travel flash. After resetting page 320). the combination switch, the hazard warning lamp starts flashing again. Mercedes-AMG vehicles: use a suitable object, e.g. a screwdriver, to pry off cover : on the front bumper from underneath.
Page 335: Fuses
Notes on 4MATIC vehicles cause traced and rectified at a qualified special- Vehicles with 4MATIC must not be towed ist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz with either the front or the rear axle raised, as Center. doing so will damage the transmission.
Page 336 You can obtain further information Remove fuse box cover : up. from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Fuse box in the front-passenger foot- well Use a dry cloth to remove any moisture from the fuse box.
Page 337 Fuses Opening Open the tailgate. Lift the cargo compartment floor upwards page 288). Release the Velcro fastener and lift up cover : in the cavity trim of the cargo com- partment in the direction of the arrow. Closing Fold back cover : in the opposite direction to the arrow and close the Velcro fastener.
Page 338: Operation
Regular checking of wheels and tires Accessories that are not approved for your vehi- WARNING cle by Mercedes-Benz or are not being used cor- Damaged tires can cause tire inflation pres- rectly can impair the operating safety. sure loss. As a result, you could lose control of Before purchasing and using non-approved your vehicle.
Page 339 Marking : shows where the bar indicator valve cap or other valve caps approved by (arrow) for tread wear is integrated into the tire Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Do not use any tread. other valve caps or systems, e.g. tire pressure Treadwear indicators (TWI) are required by law.
Page 340: Winter Operation
WARNING thereby damaging the tires permanently. If snow chains are installed to the front Mercedes-Benz cannot accept responsibility for wheels, they may drag against the vehicle this type of damage. body or chassis components. This could WARNING cause damage to the vehicle or the tires.
Page 341: Tire Pressure
Tire pressure specifications Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding Important safety notes standard of quality. For more information, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 342: Tire And Loading Information Placard
Tire pressure Tire and Loading Information placard The load conditions "partially laden" and "fully laden" are defined in the table for different num- Recommended tire pressures bers of occupants and amounts of luggage. The The Tire and Loading Information placard is on actual number of seats may differ.
Page 343 Only screw the standard valve cap or other ing properties and the driving characteristics. valve caps approved by Mercedes-Benz for There is a risk of an accident. your vehicle onto the tire valve.
Page 344 Tire pressure Checking tire pressures manually Overinflated tires may: increase the braking distance To determine and set the correct tire pressure, adversely affect handling proceed as follows: wear excessively and/or unevenly Remove the valve cap of the tire that is to be have an adverse effect on ride comfort checked.
Page 345: Tire Pressure Monitor
Tire pressure same time cannot be detected by the tire pres- Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ sure loss warning system. sure. The tire pressure monitor is not able to warn you Press a to confirm. of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the tire is Run Flat Indicator Active Press penetrated by a foreign object.
Page 346 Tire pressure trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pres- sure telltale. Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the sys- tem detects a malfunction, the warning lamp will flash for approximately a minute and then remain continuously illuminated.
Page 347 Tire pressure The tire pressure monitor has a yellow warning Press 9 or : to select Tire Pres‐ lamp in the instrument cluster for indicating sure. pressure loss or a malfunction. Whether the Press a to confirm. warning lamp flashes or lights up indicates The multifunction display shows the current whether a tire pressure is too low or the tire tire pressure of each wheel.
Page 348 Loading the vehicle Radio type approval for the tire pres- for monitoring. In most cases, the tire pressure monitor will automatically detect the new refer- sure monitor ence values after you have changed the tire pressure. However, you can also set reference Country Radio type approval number values manually as described here.
Page 349: Loading The Vehicle
Loading the vehicle Number of seats B-pillar, driver's side Maximum number of seats : indicates the maximum number of occupants allowed to Maximum permissible gross vehicle travel in the vehicle. This information can be weight rating found on the Tire and Loading Information plac- ard.
Page 350 Loading the vehicle able cargo and luggage load capacity is cle. That weight may not safely exceed the 650 lbs (1400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). available cargo and luggage load capacity cal- culated in step 4. Step 5: Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi- Example: steps 1 to 3...
Page 351: All About Wheels And Tires
All about wheels and tires Step 3 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Permissible load (maxi- 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò 1500 lbs (680 kg) Ò mum gross vehicle 750 lbs (340 kg) = 540 lbs (245 kg) 150 lbs (68 kg) = weight rating from the 750 lbs (340 kg)
Page 352 You should pay special attention to road condi- tions when temperatures are around freezing point. Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum tire tread depth ( page 337).
Page 353 All about wheels and tires Tire labeling tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Overview Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Load bearing index Speed rating Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standard General: depending on the manufacturer's page 354) standards, the size imprinted in the tire wall may DOT, Tire Identification Number...
Page 354 All about wheels and tires description, depending on the manufacturer Optionally, tires with a maximum speed of (e.g. 245/40 ZR 18). over 149 mph (240 km/h) may have "ZR" in the size description, depending on the man- Rim diameter: rim diameter ? is the diameter ufacturer (e.g.
Page 355: Maximum Load Rating
All about wheels and tires Maximum load rating The speed rating of tires mounted at the factory may be higher than the maximum speed that the electronic speed limiter permits. Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating, e.g. when buying new tires. You can find information on this under "Tires"...
Page 356: Tire Characteristics
All about wheels and tires requirements of the U.S. Department of Trans- portation. Metric unit for tire pressure. 14.5038 pounds Manufacturer identification code: manufac- per square inch (psi) and 100 kilopascals (kPa) turer identification code ; provides details on are the equivalent of 1 bar. the tire manufacturer.
Page 357 All about wheels and tires Speed rating Maximum load rating The speed rating is part of the tire identification. The maximum tire load is the maximum permis- It specifies the speed range for which the tire is sible weight in kilograms or lbs for which a tire is approved.
Page 358: Occupant Distribution
Changing a wheel Weight of optional extras Rotating the wheels The combined weight of those optional extras WARNING that weigh more than the replaced standard parts and more than 5 lbs (2.3 kg). These Interchanging the front and rear wheels may optional extras, such as high-performance severely impair the driving characteristics if brakes, level control, a roof rack or a high-per-...
Page 359: Changing A Wheel
Changing a wheel Securing the vehicle to prevent it from the tires are installed corresponding to the direction of rotation. rolling away An arrow on the sidewall of the tire indicates its correct direction of rotation. Storing wheels Store wheels that are not being used in a cool, dry and preferably dark place.
Page 360 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle-spe- cific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incorrectly, the jack could tip over with the vehicle raised. Using lug wrench :, loosen the bolts on the...
Page 361: Removing A Wheel
The bolt and wheel hub threads could only use wheel bolts which have been approved otherwise be damaged when you screw them for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and the respective wheel. To prevent damage to the paintwork, hold the wheel securely against the wheel hub while screwing in the first wheel bolt.
Page 362: Wheel/Tire Combination
There is a risk of accident. For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom- Have the tightening torque immediately mends that you only use tires and wheels which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz checked at a qualified specialist workshop specifically for your vehicle. after a wheel is changed.
Page 363 Wheel/tire combination Observe the notes on recommended tire pres- sures under various operating conditions page 339). Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold. Comply with the maintenance recommendations of the tire manufacturer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment –...
Page 364: Information Regarding Technical Data
Be sure to observe the manufacturer's Sup- plement when installing. Deviations with respect to frequency bands, maximum transmission outputs or antenna positions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Page 365: Identification Plates
Identification plates The maximum transmission output (PEAK) at the Identification plates base of the antenna must not exceed the fol- lowing values: Vehicle identification plate with vehi- cle identification number (VIN) Frequency band Maximum transmission output Short wave 100 W 3 - 54 MHz 4 m waveband 30 W...
Page 366 Service products and filling capacities Engine number Example: vehicle identification plate (Can- ada only) Engine number (stamped into the crank- Paint code case) VIN (on the lower edge of the windshield) The data shown on the vehicle identification Emission control information plate, includ- plate is used only as an example.
Page 367: Service Products And Filling Capacities
Benz. Damage which is caused by the use of products which have not been recommended is Wash away fuel from skin immediately not covered by the Mercedes-Benz warranty or using soap and water. goodwill gestures. Products approved by If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,...
Page 368 In such cases, M100 (100% methanol) and in consultation with an authorized Gasoline with metalliferous additives Mercedes-Benz Center, the fuel may be mixed Diesel with the cleaning additive recommended by Do not mix such fuels with the fuel recom- Mercedes-Benz.
Page 369: Filling Capacities
Service products and filling capacities Purity You will usually find information about the fuel quality on the pump. If you cannot find the label Impurities in DEF (e.g. due to other service on the fuel pump, ask the gas station staff. products, cleaning agents or dust) lead to: Information on refueling ( page 149).
Page 370: Brake Fluid
There is a risk of an accident. The engine oils are matched to the performance You should have the brake fluid renewed at of Mercedes-Benz engines and service intervals. the specified intervals. You should therefore only use engine oils and oil...
Page 371 MB WinterFit, to the washer fluid all year round. Filling capacities Model Capacity Climate control system refrigerant GLC 300 d 4MATIC 10.6 US qt (10.0 l) Important safety notes Mercedes-AMG 12.2 US qt (11.5 l) The climate control system of your vehicle is fil- GLC 43 4MATIC led with refrigerant R‑134a.
Page 372: Vehicle Data
Vehicle data Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG oil Vehicle data approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. General notes The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for Please note that for the specified vehicle data: R-134a refrigerant.
Page 373: Trailer Tow Hitch
Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load Model Gross axle weight rating GLC 300 d 4MATIC Trailer tow hitch Mercedes-AMG 2822 lbs (1280 kg) Trailer loads GLC 43 4MATIC Permissible trailer load, braked (at a All other models...
Page 374 Trailer tow hitch When the ball coupling is selected, the following dimensions must not be exceeded: 7.0 in 0.625 in 1.25 in...

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