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Howell Howells

March 30, 2025

how to set time 1600 AMg class A

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Mr. Anderson

March 31, 2025

To set the time on a Mercedes-Benz A-Class AMG:

1. Press the V or U button on the steering wheel to select the "Settings" menu.
2. Press & to access the submenu selection.
3. Use the W or X button to select the "Time/Date" submenu.
4. Press & to select "Time Hours" or "Time Minutes."
5. Use the W or X button to set the desired value.

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Arthur Elswood

April 7, 2025

How do you turn off the beeping sound in A180 when you are going over speed limit

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Mr. Anderson

April 9, 2025

To turn off the beeping sound for speed limit warnings in a Mercedes-Benz A-Class A180, you need to deactivate the variable SPEEDTRONIC system. There are several ways to do this:

- Briefly press the cruise control lever forward.
- Briefly press the cruise control lever in the direction of arrow A (usually downward).

This will turn off the LIM indicator lamp in the instrument cluster and deactivate variable SPEEDTRONIC, stopping the warning beeps.

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peter edmonds

April 13, 2025

on 170A the bonnet won't open

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Mr. Anderson

April 13, 2025

The bonnet on a Mercedes-Benz A-Class Series 170A may not open if:

1. The windscreen wipers are not switched off and the key is still in the ignition, which could pose a safety risk.
2. The release lever or bonnet catch handle is not pulled out fully from the radiator grille.
3. The bonnet catch handle is used to lift the bonnet, which can damage the handle.
4. The bonnet support strut is not properly released or positioned.

To open the bonnet correctly:
- Switch off the windscreen wipers and remove the key from the ignition.
- Pull the release lever inside the vehicle.
- Pull the bonnet catch handle outward from the radiator grille as far as it will go.
- Lift the bonnet and secure it with the support strut.

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Peter

February 26, 2025

I need to replace the instrument cluster on my A170 mercedes 2005. How do I obtain the code and how do I install the code

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Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz A-Class Series

Page 1 The Operating Instructions PDF is the latest respective version available. It was not possible to take any deviations from your specific vehicle into account, since Mercedes-Benz constantly adapts its vehicles to the latest science technology and modifies design and equipment.
Page 2 A-Class Owner's Manual...
Page 3 Symbols Publication details Warning Internet Environmental note Further information about Mercedes-Benz Possible vehicle damage vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found on the following websites: Action required http://www.mercedes-benz.com Continuation symbol http://www.daimler.com (Y page) Page reference Display Display in the multifunction dis-...
Page 4 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz The technical documentation team at Daimler AG wishes you safe and pleasant Before you drive off, please familiarise your- motoring. self with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notices.
Page 6 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 21 Introduction ......... 17 Safety ........... 31 Opening and closing ......59 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors ..71 Lights and windscreen wipers ... 81 Climate control ........97 Driving and parking ......109 On-board computer and displays ..
Page 7 Index Air dehumidification 1, 2, 3 ... Activating/deactivating with cool- 12 V socket ........204 ing ..........102 Air distribution Setting ........... 103 Airflow ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Setting ........... 104 Display message ......169 Air pressure Function/notes ........ 54 see Tyre pressure Warning lamp .........
Page 8 Index Automatic engine switch-off Brake fluid With ECO start/stop function ..112 Notes ..........258 AUTOTRONIC Brake lamps Display message ......180 Adaptive ........... 55 Driving tips ........119 Display message ......172 Emergency mode ......121 Brakes Kickdown ........119 ABS ..........
Page 9 Index Wheels ........... 215 Indicator lamp ........ 102 Windows ........215 Problems with "cooling with air Wiper blades ........216 dehumidification" ......102 Wooden trim ........218 Problems with the rear window CD player/CD changer (on-board heating .......... 105 computer) THERMOTRONIC automatic cli- mate control (3-zone) ....
Page 10 Index Delayed switch-off Driving safety system Exterior lighting (on-board com- ® (Electronic Stability Pro- puter) ..........161 gram) ..........55 Interior lighting (on-board com- Important safety guidelines ..... 54 puter) ..........162 Driving safety systems Diesel particle filter ......128 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
Page 11 Index Emergency spare wheel Notes/data ........249 Fire extinguisher ....... 221 Storage location ......221 First-aid kit ......... 220 Emergency starting ......239 Flat tyre Emergency unlocking Changing a wheel/fitting the Vehicle ..........64 spare wheel ........227 Engine MOExtended tyres (tyres with run- Display message ......
Page 12 Submenu (on-board computer) ..159 Warning and indicator lamps ... 26 Gear indicator ........118 Instrument lighting ......24 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..252 see Instrument cluster lighting Genuine wood trim and trim strips Integrated child seat (cleaning instructions) ...... 218 ICS padded play table ......
Page 13 Index Lights Activating/deactivating the inte- Main-beam headlamps rior lighting delayed switch-off Display message ......173 (on-board computer) ...... 162 Switching on/off ......84 Automatic headlamp mode ....83 Malfunctions Cornering light function ....86 see Display messages Daytime driving lights ...... 83 Manual transmission ......
Page 14 Index Override feature Rear side windows ......53 Navigation On-board computer ....... 158 see separate operating instructions Paint code .......... 254 Notes on running in a new vehicle . . 110 Paintwork (cleaning instructions) . . . 215 Panorama louvred sliding sunroof Important safety information ...
Page 15 Index Route guidance (on-board com- puter) ..........158 Radio Changing a station (on-board computer) ........156 Safety Setting for station selection (on- Children in the vehicle ..... 41 board computer) ......162 Child restraint systems ....41 see separate operating instructions Safety systems Range (on-board computer) .....
Page 16 Index Seat ventilation SPEEDTRONIC Malfunction indicator lamp ....77 Function/notes ......135 Sensors (cleaning instructions) ..216 Spraying nozzles Service indicator Adjustment ........95 SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys- see ASSYST PLUS service interval display tem) Service products Display message ......168 Introduction ........
Page 17 Index Surround lighting (on-board com- Towing puter) ..........161 Important safety notes ....236 Switching off the alarm (ATA) .... 56 Towing a trailer Active Parking Assist ..... 143 Towing away Fitting the towing eye ....237 Tailgate Removing the towing eye ....238 Display message ......
Page 18 Index Reached (TIREFIT) ......226 Vehicle tool kit ........221 Recommended ....... 243 Vehicle weights ......... 259 Tyres Vents Checking ........242 see Air vents ........107 Cleaning ......... 243 Video (DVD) ........158 Direction of rotation ...... 246 Video DVD (on-board computer) ..158 Flat tyre .........
Page 19 Index Wiper blades Cleaning ......... 216 Replacing ........93, 94...
Page 20 Mercedes-Benz will take back your and humanity into account. Mercedes-Benz to dispose of it in an environ- You too can help to protect the environment mentally responsible manner, in accordance by operating your vehicle in an environmen- with the European Union (EU) End of Life tally responsible manner.
Page 21 Driving over obstacles or on unpaved roads edge and tools to carry out the work required. could cause heavy impacts to the vehicle Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a underbody, wheels or tyres. This could cause Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- your vehicle to be damaged, which in turn pose.
Page 22 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. cle components to certain driving situations ® (e.g. airbag deployment or ESP interven- Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible tion). about any change in address or vehicle own- ership. This data is used exclusively to: assist in the rectification of faults and...
Page 24 Cockpit ..........22 Instrument cluster ......24 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 27 Centre console ........28 Overhead control panel ...... 29 Door control panel ......30...
Page 25 Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Opens the bonnet On-board diagnostics con- nection Combination switch Cruise control lever Horn Instrument cluster PARKTRONIC warning dis- play Overhead control panel Controls Heatmatic, the air- conditioning system or THERMOTRONIC Ignition lock Adjusts the steering wheel Headlamp range adjust- ment Light switch...
Page 26 Cockpit Function Page Function Page Overhead control panel Light switch PARKTRONIC warning dis- Headlamp range adjust- play ment Combination switch Ignition lock Cruise control lever Adjusts the steering wheel manually Horn Controls Heatmatic, the air- Instrument cluster conditioning system or THERMOTRONIC On-board diagnostics con- nection...
Page 27 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Displays and controls Instrument cluster, kilometres Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Speedometer Rear window wiper switched on Multifunction display Reset button Rev counter Instrument cluster lighting Fuel gauge brightness control: turn clockwise or anti-clockwise Outside temperature Coolant temperature Digital speedometer Clock...
Page 28 Instrument cluster Instrument cluster, miles Function Page Function Page Transmission position Speedometer Multifunction display Multifunction display Rear window wiper switched on Rev counter Reset button Fuel gauge Instrument cluster lighting Outside temperature brightness control: turn Digital speedometer clockwise or anti-clockwise Clock Coolant temperature SPEEDTRONIC: stored limit...
Page 29 Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page Engine diagnostics ® Reserve fuel Main-beam headlamps Turn signal Dipped-beam headlamps Turn signal Seat belt Brakes Diesel engine: preglow...
Page 30 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page &* Multifunction display Scrolls back and forth Audio system/COMAND within a menu APS; see the separate oper- ating instructions Selects a menu: scrolls back and forth Selects submenus in the Settings menu Changes values...
Page 31 Centre console Centre console Function Page Function Page Hazard warning lamps Gear lever Selector lever 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp AUTOTRONIC: selects the drive program COMAND APS/audio sys- tem; see the separate oper- Parking brake ating instructions Armrest Adjusts the seat heating Stowage compartment ECO start/stop function Cup holder...
Page 32 Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page w To switch the rear interior lighting on/off | To switch the auto- matic interior lighting con- trol on/off 2 To open/close the panorama louvred sliding sunroof p To switch the right- hand reading lamp on/off Rear-view mirror p To switch the left-...
Page 33 Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page 7 Adjusts the exterior Opens the door mirrors Z Selects the left exte- ª Folds the exterior mir- rior mirror rors in/out \ Selects the right exte- rior mirror W Opens/closes the front side windows W 5-door vehicle: opens/closes the rear side...
Page 34 Vehicle equipment ......32 Occupant safety ........32 Children in the vehicle ......41 Driving safety systems ....... 54 Anti-theft systems ......56...
Page 35 ( page 72). edge and tools to carry out the work required. the seat belt has been fastened properly Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a page 38). Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- the airbags can inflate unrestricted if pose.
Page 36 Occupant safety Airbags and belt tensioners could fail to A malfunction has occurred if: deploy or be triggered in an accident despite the + SRS warning lamp does not light the deceleration force being sufficient to trig- up when the ignition is switched on. ger the systems, or could be triggered unin- the engine is running and the + SRS tentionally.
Page 37 Occupant safety The triggering process must take place in Airbags good time at the start of the collision. Important safety notes Not all airbags are deployed in an acci- Airbag deployment slows down and restricts dent. The different airbag systems work the movement of the vehicle occupant.
Page 38 Occupant safety Rearward-facing child restraint systems It is not possible to rule out a risk of injury must not be fitted to the front-passenger being caused by an airbag due to the high seat unless the front-passenger airbag has speed at which the airbag must be deployed. been disabled.
Page 39 Occupant safety with sidebags instead of head/thorax side- bags. Risk of injury If you wish to use seat covers, Mercedes-Benz recommends that, for safety reasons, you only use seat covers that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The seat covers must have a special tear seam for head/thorax sidebags.
Page 40 Occupant safety independently of the front airbags front-passenger's chest causes the head restraints on the driver's and front-passenger independently of the belt tensioners seats to be moved forwards. This provides better head support. Windowbags Risk of injury The windowbags enhance the level of protec- Do not secure any objects (e.g.
Page 41 This could Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a result in severe or even fatal injuries to the Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- child and other occupants.
Page 42 For more information about releasing the seat protective function and must be replaced. belt with release button ?, see "Releasing Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. seat belts" ( page 39). Belt warning for driver and front...
Page 43 Occupant safety Belt tensioners, belt force limiters The 7 seat belt warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases when the driver and The front seat belts and the outer seat belts the front passenger have fastened their seat in the rear are equipped with belt tensioners.
Page 44 Comply with safety regulations when dispos- braking or sudden changes of direction. The ing of belt tensioners. Any Mercedes-Benz child could be seriously or even fatally injured. Service Centre can provide details of these For this reason, when fitting a child restraint regulations.
Page 45 52). More information about correct child restraint systems can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care products to clean child restraint systems. You can obtain information about this from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Page 46 The automatic child seat recognition sensor system on the front-passenger seat detects indicator lamp is lit whether a special Mercedes-Benz child seat To make you aware of this danger, a corre- with automatic child seat recognition has sponding warning sticker has been affixed on been fitted there.
Page 47 This may cause the restraint systems that have been recommen- 4 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator ded for Mercedes-Benz. lamp to light up without there being a child An incorrectly fitted child restraint system seat with automatic child seat recognition fit-...
Page 48 Children in the vehicle aged or subjected to a load in an accident checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ! When fitting the child restraint system, make sure that the seat belt for the centre seat does not get trapped. Otherwise, the seat belt could be damaged.
Page 49 Children in the vehicle sure that you do not interfere with the cor- rect routing of Top Tether belt B. Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top Tether. Comply with the manufactur- er's installation instructions when doing so. Make sure that Top Tether belt B is tight.
Page 50 Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The 4 PASSENGER A special Mercedes-Benz child seat with automatic child seat rec- ognition has been fitted to the front-passenger seat. The front- AIRBAG OFF indicator passenger airbag has therefore been disabled as desired.
Page 51 You can obtain the approved ICS padded play Pull the seat belt smoothly from the inertia table with ECE approval number 03301101 reel. from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre under Guide the lower lap section of the seat belt the order number B6 687 0096. through hook ;.
Page 52 The ICS padded play table is only suitable for Information about other child restraint sys- use together with the folded out integrated tems is available from any Mercedes-Benz child seat. Service Centre. On the rear seats, only use the ICS padded...
Page 53 Children in the vehicle Fold both legs A and C down. Fold in both legs A and C. Place ICS padded play table ; over inte- grated child seat B. Risk of injury Make sure that: the belt is routed as described below. the seat belt is not twisted.
Page 54 Children in the vehicle Suitable positioning of the child restraint systems Weight categories and ages Group 0: up to 10 kg Group 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately 9 up to approximately months 18 months Child restraint system on the Vehicles with automatic Vehicles with automatic front-passenger seat...
Page 55 Children in the vehicle Recommended child restraint systems Weight categories and ages Group 0: up to 10 kg Group 0+: up to 13 kg up to approximately 9 up to approximately months 18 months Manufacturer Britax Römer Britax Römer Type BABY SAFE PLUS BABY SAFE PLUS Approval number...
Page 56 Children in the vehicle Weight categories and ages Group I: 9 to 18 kg Group II/III: 15 to 36 kg between approx- imately 8 months and 4 between approx- years imately 3.5 and 12 years Order number A 000 970 16 00 A 000 970 17 00 Automatic child seat recognition vehicle is unlocked, the door can be opened...
Page 57 Driving safety systems In wintry driving conditions, always use winter tyres (M+S tyres) and if necessary, snow chains. Only in this way will the driv- ing safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible. ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) Important safety guidelines Risk of accident To activate/deactivate: press switch :.
Page 58 Driving safety systems the hazard warning lamps using the hazard You should always adapt your driving style to warning switch button ( page 85). suit the prevailing road and weather condi- tions. ® The pulsating brake pedal can be an indica- (Electronic Stability Program) tion of hazardous road conditions and func- ®...
Page 59 Anti-theft systems The alarm is not switched off, even if you STEER CONTROL close the open door that has triggered it, for The steering assistant STEER CONTROL helps example. you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilisation.
Page 60 Anti-theft systems the side windows are closed. Deactivating tow-away protection and the interior motion sensor the panorama louvred sliding sunroof is closed. Remove the key from the ignition lock. there are no objects, e.g. mascots, hang- ing on the rear-view mirror or on the grab handles on the roof trim.
Page 62 Vehicle equipment ......60 Key ............60 Doors ............ 63 Luggage compartment ....... 65 Side windows ........66 Sliding sunroof ........68...
Page 63 Vehicle equipment This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publi- cation of the Owner's Manual. Country- specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 64 It is advisable to have batteries replaced at a the battery check lamp flashes twice. qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Emergency key element Risk of poisoning Batteries are toxic and contain caustic sub- General notes stances.
Page 65 Press the & or % button. Remove battery tray cover :. The battery in the key is functional if battery Repeatedly tap the key against your palm check lamp : lights up briefly. until battery = falls out. If battery check lamp : does not light up Insert the new battery with the positive ter- minal facing upwards.
Page 66 Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop. You have lost a key. Have the key cancelled at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers. If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
Page 67 Doors Automatic locking feature The vehicle is locked automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels begin to turn. Therefore, there is a risk of being locked out when the vehicle is being pushed, towed or tested on a dynamometer. You can switch the automatic locking func- tion on and off using the on-board computer page 162).
Page 68 Luggage compartment Pull the door handle again. Press down the locking knob manually, if necessary. Insert the emergency key element into the key. Close the driver's door from the outside. Reach through from the open tailgate and press down the locking knob of the driver's Locking the vehicle door.
Page 69 Side windows opening procedure. You could become trap- ped between the side window and the door frame as the side window moves down. If there is a risk of becoming trapped, release the switch or pull the switch upwards to close the side window again.
Page 70 Side windows The convenience opening feature can Opening and closing the side win- only be operated using the key. The key dows must be close to the driver's door handle. Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle.
Page 71 Sliding sunroof Press and hold the & button until the Problem: a side window cannot be closed because objects in the guide rail are pre- side windows and the panorama louvred venting the window from being raised. sliding sunroof are fully closed. Make sure that all the side windows and the Remove the objects.
Page 72 Sliding sunroof Operating the panorama louvred slid- Risk of injury ing sunroof Children could injure themselves if they oper- ate the sliding sunroof. Opening and closing Never leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle. Always take the key with you when leaving the vehicle, even if you are only leaving it for a short time.
Page 73 Sliding sunroof Opening and closing the roller sunblind Roller sunblind : for the panorama louvred sliding sunroof or the fixed panorama roof shields the vehicle interior from sunlight. It is possible to open and close the roller sun- blind by hand in the direction of the arrow regardless of the position of the panorama louvred sliding sunroof.
Page 74 Vehicle equipment ......72 Correct driver's seat position .... 72 Seats ............ 73 Steering wheel ........77 Mirrors ..........78...
Page 75 Correct driver's seat position you have moved the backrest to an Vehicle equipment almost vertical position. you have set the seat angle so that your This Owner's Manual describes all models thighs are gently supported. and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publi- you can depress the pedals properly.
Page 76 If your head is not supported Please contact a Mercedes-Benz Service correctly by the head restraint, you could suf- Centre for more information. fer a severe neck injury in the event of an...
Page 77 Seats Related topics: Adjusting the seat electrically Luggage compartment enlargement (removing/folding the rear bench seat forwards) Adjusting the seat manually Head restraint height Backrest angle Seat fore-and-aft adjustment Seat cushion angle Seat height Make sure that the key is in position 1 or Seat fore-and-aft adjustment 2 in the ignition lock or that the respective door is open.
Page 78 Seats Adjusting the angle of the head restraints Adjusting the rear seat head restraint angle Adjust the head restraints so that they are as close as possible to your head. You can only adjust the two outer head restraints. Push or pull the upper edge of the head restraint in the direction of the arrow.
Page 79 Seats To refit: insert the head restraint so that Adjusting the lumbar support the notches on the bar are on the left when You can adjust the contour of the front seats viewed in the direction of travel. so as to provide optimum support for your Push the head restraint down until you hear back.
Page 80 Steering wheel Make sure that the key is in position 2 in Make sure that the key is in position 1 or the ignition lock. 2 in the ignition lock. Set the desired position with the relevant To switch on: press button : repeatedly button.
Page 81 Mirrors Anti-dazzle mode: flick anti-dazzle Adjusting the steering wheel switch : forwards or back. Automatic anti-dazzle rear-view mirror The rear-view mirror automatically goes into anti-dazzle mode if the ignition is switched on and incident light from headlamps strikes the sensor in the rear-view mirror. The rear-view mirror does not go into anti- dazzle mode if reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting is switched on.
Page 82 Mirrors Make sure that the exterior mirrors are always folded out fully while the vehicle is in motion, as they may otherwise vibrate. Setting the exterior mirrors If the battery has been disconnected or com- pletely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be reset.
Page 84 Vehicle equipment ......82 Exterior lighting ........82 Interior lighting ........86 Changing bulbs ........87 Windscreen wipers ......92...
Page 85 Exterior lighting Left-hand parking lamps Important safety notes Right-hand parking lamps For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- Lights off/daytime driving lights mends that you drive with the lights switched Automatic headlamp mode/daytime 4Ã on even during the daytime. In some coun-...
Page 86 Exterior lighting Turn the light switch to $ or Ã. To switch on automatic headlamp mode: turn the light switch to Ã. Key in position 1 in the ignition lock: the If the rear foglamp is switched on: press the side lamps are switched on or off automat- light switch in to the stop.
Page 87 Exterior lighting Pull the light switch out to the second stop. Combination switch The yellow R indicator lamp on the light Turn signals switch lights up. To switch off the rear foglamp: press the light switch in as far as it will go. The yellow R indicator lamp on the light switch goes out.
Page 88 Exterior lighting Headlamp flasher Adjusting the headlamp range (halo- gen headlamps) To switch on: turn the key in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2 or start the engine. The headlamp range control allows you to adjust the cone of light from the headlamps Pull the combination switch briefly in the to suit the vehicle load.
Page 89 Interior lighting Cornering light function (bi-xenon Interior lighting headlamps) Overview of interior lighting The cornering light function improves the illu- Front overhead control panel (vehicles with a mination of the road over a wide angle in the rocker switch) direction you are turning, enabling better vis- c To switch the interior lighting on ibility in tight bends, for example.
Page 90 Changing bulbs lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off using the on-board computer ( page 162). Manual interior lighting control To switch the rear interior lighting on/ off: press the v button. To switch the reading lamps on/off: press the p button. Rear-compartment overhead control panel Crash-responsive emergency lighting To switch the reading lamp off...
Page 91 Changing bulbs Only use bulbs of the correct type. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a If the new bulb still does not light up, consult Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- a qualified specialist workshop. pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or...
Page 92 Changing bulbs Tail lamp To remove: turn catch : anti-clockwise. Brake lamp/tail lamp: P 21 W Remove washer fluid reservoir ; from Reversing lamp: P 21 W bracket =. Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W Place washer fluid reservoir ; with con- Rear foglamp/tail lamp: P 21 W necting hoses to one side.
Page 93 Changing bulbs Side lamps/parking lamps (halogen Take the bulb out of bulb holder =. headlamps) Insert the new bulb into bulb holder =. Insert bulb holder = into the lamp and turn it clockwise. Align the bottom of housing cover ; and fold it upwards until it engages.
Page 94 Changing bulbs Switch off the lights. Turn the front wheels inwards. Unscrew retaining screw : from the cover. Fold down the cover in the front wheel arch. Left-hand side trim panel Turn bulb holder ; anti-clockwise and pull it out. Turn the bulb anti-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it from bulb holder ;.
Page 95 Windscreen wipers Licence plate lamps Press retaining lugs : simultaneously in the direction of the arrow and pull the bulb Switch off the lights. holder out. Open the tailgate. Using a screwdriver, loosen both sides of licence plate lamp : in the direction of the arrow.
Page 96 Windscreen wipers windscreen with washer fluid after an auto- Switching the rear window wiper on/ matic car wash. Combination switch Combination switch 0 Windscreen wipers off è Switch I Intermittent wipe/rain sensor ô To wipe with washer fluid II Continuous wipe, slow I To switch on intermittent wiping III Continuous wipe, fast 0 To switch off intermittent wiping...
Page 97 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades replaced by a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes- Benz Service Centre.
Page 98 Windscreen wipers Fitting the wiper blade Problems with the windscreen wipers Push new wiper blade : onto the wiper The windscreen wipers are obstructed arm until you feel it engage. Leaves or snow, for example, may be Make sure that wiper blade : is seated obstructing the windscreen wiper movement.
Page 100 Vehicle equipment ......98 Overview of climate control sys- tems ............. 98 Operating the climate control sys- tem ............. 101 Adjusting the air vents ..... 107...
Page 101 Overview of climate control systems this reason, you should always observe the Vehicle equipment interval for replacing the filter, which is specified in the Service Booklet. As it This Owner's Manual describes all models depends on environmental conditions, e.g. and all standard and optional equipment of heavy air pollution, the interval may be your vehicle available at the time of publi- shorter than stated in the Service Booklet.
Page 102 Overview of climate control systems Heatmatic control panel Sets the temperature ( page 103) z Demists the windscreen ( page 104) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 105) Sets the airflow ( page 104) Switches climate control on/off ( page 101) z Demists the windscreen ( page 104) Switches the rear window heating on/off (...
Page 103 Overview of climate control systems Air-conditioning system control panel Sets the temperature ( page 103) z Demists the windscreen ( page 104) Activates/deactivates air-recirculation mode ( page 105) Sets the airflow ( page 104) Switches climate control on/off ( page 101) z Demists the windscreen ( page 104) Switches the rear window heating on/off (...
Page 104 Operating the climate control system Control panel for THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control Sets the airflow ( page 104) Sets climate control to automatic mode ( page 103) Demists the windscreen ( page 104) Increases the temperature, left ( page 103) Switches climate control on/off ( page 101) Increases the temperature, right (...
Page 105 Operating the climate control system briefly. Otherwise, the windows may mist Risk of accident If the "cooling with air dehumidification" func- tion is deactivated, the air inside the vehicle Switch on climate control primarily using will not be cooled (during warm weather) or the Ã...
Page 106 Operating the climate control system THERMOTRONIC automatic climate Setting climate control to automatic control Only THERMOTRONIC automatic climate con- Different temperatures can be set for the trol features the "control climate control driver's and front-passenger sides. automatically" function. Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition In automatic mode, the set temperature is lock.
Page 107 Operating the climate control system THERMOTRONIC automatic climate Setting the airflow control Heatmatic/air-conditioning system Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. lock. To activate: press the ¦ button. To increase/reduce: turn control = The indicator lamp in the ¦...
Page 108 Operating the climate control system Problems with the rear window heating Demisting the windows If the indicator lamp in the |/ª rear Windows misted up on the inside window heating button flashes, the on-board Activate the cooling with air dehumidifica- voltage is too low or the roof is open.
Page 109 Operating the climate control system automatically, the indicator lamp in the dows and the panorama louvred sliding e button is not lit. sunroof are closed. The indicator lamp in the e button lights Outside air is added after about 30 up.
Page 110 Adjusting the air vents To switch off: press the Ì button. Setting the centre air vents The indicator lamp in the Ì button goes out. Residual heat is deactivated automati- cally: after about 30 minutes when the ignition is switched on if the battery voltage drops if the coolant temperature is too low Centre air vent, left...
Page 111 Adjusting the air vents matic climate control is activated. The level To open/close: turn thumbwheel = to the of airflow depends on the airflow and air dis- left or right. tribution settings. ! Close the air vent when heating the vehi- cle.
Page 112 Vehicle equipment ......110 Running-in notes ....... 110 Driving ..........110 Manual transmission ......116 AUTOTRONIC ........117 Refuelling ........... 122 Parking ..........127 Driving tips ........128 Driving systems ........ 132 Trailer towing ........144...
Page 113 Driving You should also observe these notes on Vehicle equipment running in if the engine or parts of the drive train on your vehicle have been replaced. This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publi- Driving cation of the Owner's Manual.
Page 114 Driving AUTOTRONIC Key positions Shift the transmission to position P. You can also start the engine when the transmission is in position N. Starting procedure To start a petrol engine: turn the key to position 3 in the ignition lock page 111) and release it as soon as the engine is running.
Page 115 Driving Follow the shift recommendations in the Risk of accident multifunction display for an economical Never leave the vehicle when it is held by hill driving style ( page 117). start assist. After approximately one second, hill start assist will no longer brake your vehi- The vehicle locks centrally once you have cle and it could roll away.
Page 116 Driving brake support is stable. the driver's door is closed and the driver's seat belt is fastened. The engine is stopped automatically if: the speed is low. neutral N is engaged. the clutch pedal is not depressed. Automatic engine start After switching off the engine automatically, Example: ECO start/stop display the ECO start/stop function starts the engine...
Page 117 Driving The engine is also started automatically if the The ECO start/stop function is activated ECO symbol is no longer shown in the multi- each time the engine is switched on. function display. This is the case when a con- dition for switching off the engine automati- cally is no longer fulfilled, e.g.
Page 118 If the engine does not start after several attempts: Consult a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The engine does not The fuel tank is empty.
Page 119 At coolant temperatures under 120 †, drive on to the nearest qualified specialist workshop e.g. to a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Avoid heavy loads on the engine as you do so, e.g. driving on mountain roads and stop/start driving.
Page 120 AUTOTRONIC in good time. This uses the engine's braking effect. This relieves the load on the brake system and prevents the brakes from over- heating and wearing too quickly. Neutral N with ECO start/stop func- tion activated In neutral N, the engine is switched off when the vehicle speed is below a certain threshold and the clutch pedal is not depressed.
Page 121 AUTOTRONIC You can influence the AUTOTRONIC trans- Selector lever mission ratio when the transmission is in Introduction position D by changing gear yourself. AUTOTRONIC is an electronically controlled, continuously variable automatic transmis- Transmission positions sion. The transmission ratio is changed con- tinuously.
Page 122 AUTOTRONIC Changing gears AUTOTRONIC shifts to the individual gears automatically when it is in transmission posi- tion D. This automatic gearshifting behaviour is determined by: the selected drive program C/S ( page 119) the position of the accelerator pedal the road speed Program selector button C Comfort comfortable, economical...
Page 123 AUTOTRONIC Selecting the ideal gear AUTOTRONIC shifting up later as a result of the later AUTOTRONIC shift Press the selector lever to the left towards points, the fuel consumption may be higher D– and hold it in position. The transmission shifts to a range which allows ideal acceleration and deceleration.
Page 124 AUTOTRONIC 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 work- shop immediately. The acceleration ability The transmission is in emergency mode. is deteriorating.
Page 125 Refuelling Vehicles with the ELEGANCE design/ would result in damage to the fuel system and trim level or with the optional front engine, which could lead to a vehicle fire. compartment armrest ! Do not use petrol to refuel vehicles with a diesel engine.
Page 126 Benz Service Centre. In such cases, and in consultation with a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, the petrol ! Using fuel that does not conform to Euro- may be mixed with the additive recommen- pean standard EN 590 or German standard ded by Mercedes-Benz (part no.
Page 127 Only Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle use flow improvers that have been tested and switches off. approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain further information from any Mercedes-Benz ! Overfilling the fuel tank could damage the Service Centre.
Page 128 Refuelling Fuel filler flap emergency release Risk of injury The edges on the inside of the vehicle body can be sharp. You could injure yourself when using the fuel filler flap emergency release. Avoid contact with the edges on the inside of the vehicle body.
Page 129 Refuelling Problems with the fuel and fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the Risk of explosion or fire vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is defective. Turn the key to position 0( page 111) in the ignition lock immediately and remove it.
Page 130 Parking Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The fuel filler flap can- The fuel filler flap is not unlocked. not be opened. The key battery is discharged. Unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element page 61). Open the tailgate. Manually unlock the fuel filler flap using the emergency release page 125).
Page 131 You can obtain information about trickle Vehicles with AUTOTRONIC chargers from a qualified specialist work- shop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Shift the transmission to position P. Centre. Turn the key to position 0 in the ignition If you leave the vehicle parked up for longer lock and remove it.
Page 132 Driving tips ness. To do this, brake more firmly from a Brakes higher speed. This improves the grip of the Important safety notes brakes. Risk of accident Wet road surface Do not change down for additional engine If driving in heavy rain for a prolonged period braking on a slippery road surface.
Page 133 Brake pads/linings which have not the maximum permitted still water depth is been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles or 25 cm. which are not of an equivalent quality could you should drive no faster than at walking affect your vehicle's operating safety.
Page 134 M+S tyres with a tread depth of less than by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding 4 mm must be replaced. They are no longer standard of quality.
Page 135 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. If the vehicle threatens to skid or cannot be ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you stopped when moving at low speed: only use genuine Mercedes-Benz masking Vehicles with manual transmission: engage tape.
Page 136 Driving systems Risk of accident Do not change down for additional engine braking on a slippery road surface. This could cause the drive wheels to lose their grip and the vehicle could skid. Use cruise control only if road and traffic con- ditions make it appropriate to maintain a steady speed for a prolonged period.
Page 137 Driving systems gradients. The stored speed is resumed to the last speed stored after you have fin- when the gradient levels out. ished overtaking. Vehicles with manual transmission: Vehicles with AUTOTRONIC: When selecting another gear, press the When you decelerate the vehicle using the accelerator pedal slightly to increase the cruise control lever, AUTOTRONIC shifts smoothness of the gear change.
Page 138 Driving systems Variable SPEEDTRONIC SPEEDTRONIC Important safety notes General notes You can operate cruise control and variable SPEEDTRONIC ensures that you do not SPEEDTRONIC with the cruise control lever. exceed a stored speed. You must select a low The LIM indicator lamp on the cruise control gear in good time on long and steep downhill lever indicates which system you have selec- gradients, especially if the vehicle is laden or...
Page 139 Driving systems If it is not, press the cruise control lever in current driving and traffic situation. Other- the direction of arrow A. wise, sudden braking could endanger you or LIM indicator lamp ; in the cruise control others. lever lights up. Variable SPEEDTRONIC is Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards selected.
Page 140 Driving systems PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when Risk of accident you: It is not possible to deactivate variable Speed- tronic by braking. switch on the ignition release the parking brake The last speed stored is cleared when you PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above switch off the engine.
Page 141 Driving systems the minimum, the distance may no longer be shown. Warning displays The warning displays show the distance between the sensors and the obstacle. The warning display for the front area is located on the dashboard above the centre air vents. The warning display for the rear area is loca- ted on the roof lining in the rear compart- ment.
Page 142 Driving systems Deactivating/activating PARKTRONIC Manual transmission: Gear lever posi- Warning display tion Forwards gear Front area activated Neutral Reverse gear Rear and front areas activated AUTOTRONIC: To deactivate/activate PARKTRONIC Transmission Warning display Indicator lamp position If indicator lamp ; lights up, PARKTRONIC is Front area activated deactivated.
Page 143 Driving systems Problems with PARKTRONIC Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Only the red segments PARKTRONIC has malfunctioned and has switched off. in the PARKTRONIC If problems persist, have PARKTRONIC checked at a qualified warning displays are lit. specialist workshop. You also hear a warning tone for approximately two seconds.
Page 144 Driving systems when transporting a load which protrudes procedure is calculated, e. g. overhanging from your vehicle, you should not use loads, tail sections or loading ramps of goods Active Parking Assist. vehicles. In some circumstances, Active Park- never use Active Parking Assist when snow ing Assist may therefore guide you into the chains or an emergency spare wheel are parking space too early.
Page 145 Driving systems the turn signal on the driver's side is activa- manoeuvring. You could, otherwise, endanger ted. If you wish to park in a space on the driv- yourself and others. er's side, the indicator on the driver's side must remain on. This must remain switched Stop the vehicle when the parking space on until you acknowledge the use of Active symbol shows the desired parking space in...
Page 146 Driving systems far as possible. When doing so, also Parking Assist is now deactivated. PARK- observe the PARKTRONIC messages. TRONIC is still available. Manoeuvre if necessary. Stop as soon as PARKTRONIC sounds the continuous warning tone, if not before. Always observe the warning messages dis- Manoeuvring may be required in tight park- played by PARKTRONIC ( page 138).
Page 147 Trailer towing If you have attached a trailer to your vehicle, Risk of accident you should not use Active Parking Assist. Never depress the brake pedal continuously Once the electrical connection is established while the vehicle is in motion, e.g. never cause between your vehicle and the trailer, Active the brakes to rub by applying constant slight Parking Assist is no longer available.
Page 148 For certain Mercedes-Benz vehicles, the max- Avoid braking abruptly. If possible, brake imum permissible rear axle load is increased gently at first to allow the trailer to run on.
Page 149 Trailer towing Pull protective cap : down in the direction of the arrow out of the ball coupling recess. Place protective cap : into the ball cou- pling recess. Vehicles without ECO start/stop function Loosen fastening strap ;. Remove ball coupling : from the ball cou- pling recess.
Page 150 Trailer towing If the ball coupling can still not be fitted (locked) after it has been cleaned, remove the ball coupling. The trailer coupling must then not be used to tow a trailer, as safe operation is not guaranteed. Have the entire trailer coupling checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 151 Never transport an unsecured ball coupling in the interior of the vehicle. You can obtain further information about installing the trailer electrics from a qualified Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz injured by the ball coupling being thrown if Service Centre. you:...
Page 152 13-pin socket on the ball coupling using an adapter or, if necessary, an adapter cable. Both of these can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Fitting the adapter Fold down the socket. Open the socket cover.
Page 153 Trailer towing Problems with trailer towing Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The ball coupling can- Risk of accident not be locked. The ball coupling is dirty. The key cannot be The trailer tow hitch is damaged. removed from the ball Remove the ball coupling and clean it ( page 217).
Page 154 Vehicle equipment ......152 Important safety notes ....152 Displays and operation ....152 Menus and submenus ...... 155 Display messages ......166 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......182...
Page 155 Only use the on-board computer when road the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- and traffic conditions permit. You would oth- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service erwise be distracted and unable to concen- Centre for this purpose. In particular, work...
Page 156 Displays and operation ! Do not drive in the overrevving range. Multifunction display Doing so will damage the engine. The fuel supply is interrupted to protect the Selects submenus in the Settings engine when the red band is reached. menu Changes values Outside temperature display Adjusts the volume...
Page 157 Displays and operation Multifunction display Values and settings as well as display mes- sages are shown in the multifunction display. Display area for menus or submenus Status bar with outside temperature or speed ( page 160)
Page 158 Menus and submenus Menus and submenus Menu overview The number of menus shown depends on the optional equipment in the vehicle. Function Standard display menu ( page 156) Tyre pressure loss warning ( page 245) ASSYST PLUS service interval display ( page 213) Engine oil level ( page 209)
Page 159 Menus and submenus Depending on the audio system fitted, the Audio, Navigation and Telephone menus are slightly different. The examples given in this Owner's Manual apply to vehicles equipped with COMAND APS. Press V or U on the steering wheel Standard display menu to select the standard display.
Page 160 Menus and submenus Waveband CD player display (example) Function (the CD number is also shown Current channel with a CD changer) Audio 20, Audio 50 APS or COMAND APS: Current track To select a stored channel: briefly press the & or * button. Operating audio devices or media To select a channel from the channel Audio data from various audio devices or...
Page 161 Menus and submenus To select the next/previous track: Switch on the audio system or COMAND briefly press the & or * button. APS (see the separate operating instruc- tions). To select a track from the track list Press V or U on the steering wheel (rapid scrolling): press and briefly hold the &...
Page 162 Menus and submenus Press the reset button again. Setup menu The settings of most functions are restored Introduction to the factory settings. If you want to retain the settings, do not press the reset button a second time. After approximately five seconds, the Set‐...
Page 163 Menus and submenus Selecting the language Your vehicle could have the following audio equipment: Language: function allows you to select the language for the instrument cluster. A: Audio 5 or Audio 20 Press V or U on the steering wheel B: Audio 50 APS to select the Settings...
Page 164 Menus and submenus lighting are switched on automatically when Press the W or X button to activate the engine is running. or deactivate the Surround lighting function. Turning the light switch to a different position switches on the corresponding lights. Turn Press the &, V or U button to the light switch to L or Ã...
Page 165 Menus and submenus Delayed switch-off is reactivated the next ting is selected, the next stored station is time you start the engine. selected. Press the &, V or U button to Activating/deactivating the interior light- select a different display. ing delayed switch-off When you activate the Inter.
Page 166 Menus and submenus Convenience Switching the fold-in mirrors when lock- ing function on/off When you activate the Fold in mirrors when locking function, the exterior mirrors are folded in when the vehicle is locked. If you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver's or front-passenger door, the exterior mirrors fold out again.
Page 167 Menus and submenus ing in the fuel tank, a vehicle refuelling Switch on the mobile phone and audio sys- C appears instead of the range. tem or COMAND APS (see the separate operating instructions). Press V or U on the steering wheel Displaying the current fuel consump- tion to select the Telephone menu.
Page 168 Menus and submenus Dialling a number from the phone book You can enter new telephone numbers into the phone book via the mobile phone (see the separate operating instructions). If your mobile phone is operational, you can select and dial a number from the phone book at any time.
Page 169 Display messages Display messages Hiding display messages Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Press the V, U, & or * button on the steering wheel to select another display. Press the reset button on the instrument cluster ( page 24). The display message is cleared.
Page 170 Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of injury If the symbol appears in the multifunction display, a seat belt buckle has been released on a rear seat while the vehicle is in motion. Ask occupants in the rear to fasten their seat belts. For further information on the status indicator for the rear seat belts: ( page 40).
Page 171 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident inoperative See ® is not available due to a malfunction. Owner's Manual The following systems have also been deactivated: the steering assistant STEER CONTROL hill start assist the tyre pressure loss warning system The brake system continues to function normally, but without the functions listed above.
Page 172 Display messages Brakes Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident ABS, ESP unavaila‐ ® ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) and ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ble See Owner's gram) are temporarily unavailable. The self-diagnosis function Manual might not be complete, for example. The following systems have also been deactivated: BAS (Brake Assist) the steering assistant STEER CONTROL...
Page 173 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident ABS, ESP inopera‐ ® ABS and ESP are not available due to a fault. tive See Owner's The following systems have also been deactivated: Manual the steering assistant STEER CONTROL hill start assist the tyre pressure loss warning system The brake system continues to function normally, but without the...
Page 174 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand cornering light is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Cornering light page 87). left Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cornering light right The left or right-hand dipped-beam headlamp is faulty.
Page 175 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The front left-hand or front right-hand turn signal is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Turn signal front page 87). left Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Turn signal front right The turn signal in the left-hand and/or right-hand exterior mirror...
Page 176 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The left or right-hand high beam is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Main-beam left page 87). Main-beam right Visit a qualified specialist workshop. The left or right-hand licence plate lamp is faulty. Check whether you are permitted to change the bulb yourself Licence plate lamp page 87).
Page 177 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The light sensor is faulty. Switch off the daytime driving lights in the on-board computer AUTO lights inoper‐ page 160). ative Switch the lights on and off using the light switch. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 178 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The coolant is too hot. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, Coolant Stop car, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. turn eng. off Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked, e.g.
Page 179 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions The battery is not being charged. Possible causes are: a faulty alternator a torn poly-V-belt Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Open the bonnet.
Page 180 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Vehicles with a diesel engine: the measuring system is faulty. Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Cannot measure oil level Vehicles with a petrol engine: the oil pressure is too low. There is a risk of engine damage.
Page 181 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have just performed a large number of turning or parking Park Assist manoeuvres. inoperative Active Park Assist will become available again after approximately 10 minutes ( page 140). Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
Page 182 Display messages Tyres Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Tyre pressure Risk of accident Check tyres The tyre pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking manoeuvres.
Page 183 Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in Shift to N position R or D. to start Shift the transmission to position P or N. Transmission The multifunction display additionally shows an in the transmis- sion position display.
Page 184 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions ¥ Vehicles with bi-xenon headlamps: the washer fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir has dropped below the minimum. Top up washer fluid Top up the washer fluid ( page 212). Risk of accident There is no power assistance for the steering.
Page 185 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Brakes Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions & You are driving with the parking brake applied. The red brake system Release the parking brake warning lamp comes on The warning lamp goes out and the warning tone ceases.
Page 186 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of injury The red seat belt warn- The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. ing lamp lights up after Fasten your seat belt ( page 37).
Page 187 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Safety systems Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident The yellow ABS warning ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) has been deactivated due to a fault. lamp is lit while the ® Therefore, ESP (Electronic Stability Program), BAS (Brake Assist), engine is running.
Page 188 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions Risk of accident ® The yellow ESP warn- ® or traction control has intervened because there is a risk of ing lamp flashes while skidding or at least one wheel has started to spin. the vehicle is in motion.
Page 189 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions There may be a fault, for example: The yellow engine diag- in the engine management nostics warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
Page 190 Vehicle equipment ......188 Loading guidelines ......188 Stowage areas ........188 Features ..........203...
Page 191 Stowage areas the load must not protrude above the upper Vehicle equipment edge of the seat backrests. always place the load against the rear seat This Owner's Manual describes all models backrests or the seat cushions if these and all standard and optional equipment of have been folded forwards.
Page 192 Stowage areas Front stowage compartments Glove compartment Depending on the vehicle's equipment, you will find an AUX-IN jack or a Media Interface installed in the glove compart- ment. A Media Interface is a universal inter- face for portable audio equipment, e.g. for ®...
Page 193 Stowage areas You can store several CD cases ; in the compartment should only be placed in the stowage box. Catch : is fitted to stop the designated spaces and secured using the CD cases shifting. appropriate holders. Otherwise, the stowage compartment could open and you and other vehicle occupants could be injured by objects Rear stowage compartments...
Page 194 Stowage areas It is only possible to remove the seat with- Luggage nets out tilting it when it is in this position. Risk of injury Place connector : under the seat in such Only place lightweight objects in the luggage a way that the hose does not get caught on net.
Page 195 Stowage areas Fitting the front-passenger seat Insert the seat hook into rear mounting cups :. Risk of injury Push the front of the seat down until it The mounting cups must be free from dirt and engages. other items in order for the front-passenger Lever A springs back to its starting posi- seat to engage securely.
Page 196 Stowage areas To close: swing cover ; in the luggage Through-loading facility compartment back until it engages. Opening and closing the through-load- Fold the armrest up fully if necessary. ing facility Removing the armrest Risk of injury Do not transport unsecured objects in the through-loading facility.
Page 197 Stowage areas Fitting the armrest the head restraints must be pushed in fully. the front seats must be as far forwards as possible. the seat cushions must be folded forward or removed. The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ests can be folded forwards separately to increase the luggage compartment capacity.
Page 198 Stowage areas Folding back the rear bench seat 5-door vehicles Fold left-hand or right-hand seat cush- Fold the backrest back until it engages. ion ; forward. Red lock verification indicator : is no lon- ger visible. 3 and 5-door vehicles ! Make sure that the seat belt does not become trapped when folding the rear seat backrest back.
Page 199 Stowage areas Removing the seat cushions If the backrest is to be removed: fold down hinge A. Insert the seat belt into seat-belt If the backrest is only to be folded down: extender :. leave hinge A as a support for the backrest in the position shown above.
Page 200 Stowage areas Pull left-hand or right-hand release han- dle ? on backrest A. Corresponding seat backrest A is released. Fold backrest A forwards past the vertical to an angle of approximately 20˚. Hold backrest A with your free hand and lift the backrest by pulling lever =.
Page 201 Stowage areas Securing a load Lashing eyelets Risk of injury Distribute the load on the lashing eyelets evenly. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you: brake sharply change direction suddenly Fold the backrest back until it engages. are involved in an accident Red lock verification indicator ;...
Page 202 Stowage areas Bag hook Securing a load when the seats have been removed Risk of injury Only hang light loads on the bag holders. Do not use them to transport heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects. When braking sharply, changing direction quickly or in the event of an accident, the bag hooks will not secure the items sufficiently.
Page 203 Stowage areas Fitting/removing the luggage compart- accident. You could cause an accident or ment cover cause injury to yourself and others. ! When loading the vehicle, make sure that you do not stack the load in the luggage compartment higher than the lower edge of the side windows.
Page 204 Stowage areas Opening/closing the luggage compart- Stowage well underneath the luggage ment floor (vehicles with variable lug- compartment floor gage compartment floor) Important safety notes Risk of injury You should always close the luggage com- partment floor if you are transporting objects in the stowage well under the luggage com- partment floor.
Page 205 The roof carrier or the load could endanger the occupants of the vehicle when the roof is open. ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use roof carriers that have been tested To lift: raise luggage compartment and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Page 206 Features Features Cup holders Important safety notes Risk of injury Keep the cup holder closed while the vehicle is in motion. Otherwise, vehicle occupants could be injured by objects being thrown around if you: brake sharply Fold down the rear seat armrest. change direction suddenly To open: press the front of the cup holder.
Page 207 Features Vanity mirror in the sun visor To open: pull ashtray : out by its top edge. Mirror light : only functions if the sun visor To remove the insert: pull out the insert is clipped into retainer ; and mirror cover beyond the stop.
Page 208 To ensure optimum reception quality for mobile phones in the vehicle and to minimise mutual influences between the vehicle elec- tronics and mobile phones, Mercedes-Benz recommends the use of an approved exterior aerial. An exterior aerial conducts the elec- tromagnetic fields generated by a wireless device to the exterior of the vehicle;...
Page 209 Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Otherwise, the call will be ended. Floormat on the driver's side Risk of accident...
Page 210 Vehicle equipment ......208 Engine compartment ......208 Maintenance ........213 Care ............ 214...
Page 211 Engine compartment Vehicle equipment Vehicles with a petrol engine: The elec- tronic ignition system uses high voltage. For This Owner's Manual describes all models this reason, you must never touch ignition and all standard and optional equipment of system components (ignition coil, ignition your vehicle available at the time of publi- cables, spark plug connectors or test socket) cation of the Owner's Manual.
Page 212 Engine compartment Pull release lever : on the bonnet. Raise the bonnet slightly and remove sup- port strut ? from recess =. The bonnet is released. Swing support strut ? down and press it ! Make sure that the windscreen wipers are into bracket A until it engages.
Page 213 Engine compartment Example: vehicles with a turbo/diesel engine The measurement takes a few seconds. You will see one of the following messages in the Pull oil dipstick : out of the oil dipstick multifunction display: tube. Wipe off oil dipstick :. Eng.
Page 214 Engine compartment If the Engine oil level not when The difference between the minimum engine on message appears: mark and the maximum mark on the oil dipstick is approximately 1.2 litres. Switch off the engine. ! Do not add too much oil. If the oil level is If the engine is at normal operating tem- perature: wait about five minutes before above the "max"...
Page 215 (e.g. Manual. MB SummerFit). You can recognise service products approved by Mercedes-Benz by the follow- At temperatures below freezing: fill the ing inscription on the containers: washer fluid reservoir with a mix of water and windscreen washer concentrate (e.g.
Page 216 Maintaining the time-dependent service ! If the ASSYST PLUS service interval indi- schedule: cator has been inadvertently reset, this set- ting can be corrected at a Mercedes-Benz Note down the service due date displayed Service Centre. in the multifunction display before discon- Have the service work carried out as descri- necting the battery.
Page 217 ! When washing your vehicle in a tow- Use care products and cleaning agents rec- through car wash, make sure that the ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. AUTOTRONIC is in position N; otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged. ! For cleaning your vehicle, do not use any...
Page 218 ! Do not use wash programs with a hot wax repaired. In such cases, visit a qualified spe- treatment under any circumstances. cialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Use only insect remover and car shampoo from the range of recommended and Remove impurities immediately, where possible, whilst avoiding rubbing too hard.
Page 219 Clean the plastic lenses of the exterior lighting using a wet sponge and a mild ! Do not use dry cloths, abrasive products, cleaning agent, e.g. Mercedes-Benz car solvents or cleaning agents containing sol- shampoo or cleaning cloths. vents to clean the inside of the windows.
Page 220 ! Do not clean the exhaust tail pipes with Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. alkaline-based cleaning agents, such as wheel cleaner. Environmental note Dispose of oily and greasy cloths in an envi- Clean the exhaust tail pipes with a chrome ronmentally-responsible manner.
Page 221 Care ! Do not affix the following to plastic surfa- that have been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. You can obtain these ces: from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. stickers a Mercedes-Benz Service centre. films clean artificial leather covers with a cloth...
Page 222 Vehicle equipment ......220 Where will I find...? ......220 Flat tyre ..........222 Battery ..........231 Jump-starting ........235 Towing and tow-starting ....236 Electrical fuses ......... 239...
Page 223 Where will I find...? Setting up the warning triangle Vehicle equipment This Owner's Manual describes all models and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publi- cation of the Owner's Manual. Country- specific differences are possible. Please note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all features described.
Page 224 Country-specific differences are possible. To obtain tools approved for your vehicle, visit a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a To remove the first-aid kit: loosen retain- Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. ing cross =. Open the tailgate. Remove first-aid kit ?. Open the stowage compartment page 190).
Page 225 Vehicles with ECO start/stop function: properties, e.g. winter tyres. You can obtain remove ball coupling stowage well ; and a TIREFIT kit from a Mercedes-Benz Service ball coupling :. Centre, for example. Stop the vehicle as far away as possible from traffic on solid, non-slippery and level ground.
Page 226 Do not induce vomiting. Consult a doctor the work required. immediately. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Do not inhale TIREFIT fumes. Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or If TIREFIT leaks out, allow it to dry.
Page 227 Flat tyre TIREFIT kit version 1 Make sure pressure release screw F on pressure gauge G is fully closed. Screw filler hose D onto valve E. Insert plug A into the cigarette lighter socket ( page 204) or into a 12 V socket in your vehicle ( page 204).
Page 228 Do not drive any further. Consult a qualified The tyre inflation compressor is switched specialist workshop which has the necessary on. The tyre is inflated. specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service...
Page 229 Drive to the nearest workshop and have the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to tyre changed there. carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz Have the tyre sealant bottle replaced as recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz soon as possible at a qualified specialist Service Centre for this purpose.
Page 230 Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this pur- pose. In particular, work relevant to safety or on safety-related systems must be carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Page 231 Flat tyre Fold both plates upwards :. points. Please note that you must position the jack in the opening of the jacking point. Fold out lower plate ;. Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into the openings in base plate =. On level ground: place chocks or other suitable items under the front and rear of the wheel that is diagonally opposite the...
Page 232 Consult a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist knowledge and tools to carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre or Service 24h for this pur- Position jack = at jacking point ;.
Page 233 Flat tyre Lowering the vehicle MOExtended tyres (tyres with run-flat characteristics) Insert the socket wrench into the ratchet ring spanner and place it on the jack so that MOExtended tyres (tyres featuring run-flat the letters AB are visible. characteristics) enable your vehicle to con- tinue its journey even with a complete loss of Turn the ratchet ring spanner until the vehi- tyre pressure in one or more tyres.
Page 234 Battery Consult a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if you see smoke and smell rubber. you wish to leave your vehicle parked up for ® is intervening constantly. a long period of time. there are tears in the sidewalls of the tyre.
Page 235 Dispose of batteries in an energy, thus conserving battery power. environmentally responsible manner. Take discharged Mercedes-Benz recommends that you do not batteries to a qualified spe- carry out work on batteries yourself, e.g. cialist workshop, e.g. a removing or charging. Always have this work...
Page 236 You can obtain information about battery chargers which allow the battery to be charged while still installed from a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Risk of injury There is a risk of acid burns during the charg-...
Page 237 Battery Reconnecting the battery ! Always connect the battery in the order described below. Never swap the terminal clamps. You may otherwise damage the vehicle electronics. Switch off all electrical consumers (e.g. radio, blower, etc.). Connect the positive terminal clamp and secure the cover.
Page 238 This charges the empty battery a little. Jump leads and further information about jump-starting can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Service Centre, for example. Make sure that the two vehicles do not touch.
Page 239 First, remove the jump lead from negative terminal ? and negative terminal =, then from positive terminal : and positive terminal ;, each time disconnecting from the battery on your own vehicle first. Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Towing and tow-starting...
Page 240 Towing and tow-starting The battery must be connected and charged. the engine is not running. Otherwise, you: there is a brake system malfunction. cannot turn the key in the ignition lock to there is a malfunction in the power supply position 2 or the vehicle's electrical system.
Page 241 Towing and tow-starting Turn the key to position 2 in the ignition lock. When the vehicle is stationary, depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. Vehicles with manual transmission: shift to neutral. Vehicles with AUTOTRONIC: shift AUTO- TRONIC to position N. Release the brake pedal.
Page 242 Electrical fuses ! Vehicles with AUTOTRONIC must not be Vehicles with manual transmission: depress the clutch pedal. tow-started. Otherwise, you could damage AUTOTRONIC. Shift to neutral. Before tow-starting the following conditions must be fulfilled: Vehicles with AUTOTRONIC: shift AUTO- TRONIC to position N. the battery is connected.
Page 243 Electrical fuses Risk of fire Only use fuses that have been approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the systems con- cerned. Do not attempt to repair or bridge faulty fuses. Otherwise, a circuit overload could cause a fire.
Page 244 Vehicle equipment ......242 Important safety notes ....242 Directives to be observed ....242 Maintenance and care of wheels and tyres ..........242 Tyre pressure ........243 Direction of rotation ......246 Interchanging the wheels ....246 Wheel and tyre combinations ..247...
Page 245 This may indi- Tyres, wheels or accessories which have not cate that the wheels or tyres are damaged. been approved by Mercedes-Benz for your If you suspect that a tyre is defective, vehicle or are not used as they should be, can reduce your speed immediately.
Page 246 You could oth- the standard valve cap or other valve caps erwise damage the tyres and cause an acci- approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehi- dent. cle. Regularly check the pressure of all the tyres...
Page 247 Mercedes-Benz is fitted on the tyre Instead of the complete tyre size, the rim valve. diameter alone, for example R16, may be lis- Tyre pressures that are too low have a nega- ted.
Page 248 Tyre pressure Driving with tyre pressure that is too high or The tyre pressure monitor is not able to warn too low can: you of a sudden loss of pressure, e.g. if the tyre is penetrated by a foreign object. shorten the service life of the tyres In the event of a sudden loss of pressure, bring cause increased tyre damage...
Page 249 Restart Run Flat Indicat.? mes- the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- sage appears in the multifunction display. mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service If you wish to confirm the restart: Centre for this purpose. In particular, work Press the W button.
Page 250 You can obtain specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz. a TIREFIT kit from a Mercedes-Benz Service Only use tyres, wheels or accessories tes- Centre, for example. ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Cer- tain characteristics, e.g.
Page 251 Wheel and tyre combinations Tyres Both axles A 160 / A 160 / A 160 CDI / A 160 CDI A 180 / A 180 / A 180 CDI R15 Summer tyres 185/65 R15 88 T Winter tyres 185/65 R15 88 T M+Si Wheels 6 J x 15 H2 ET 44 R16 Summer tyres...
Page 252 Wheel and tyre combinations MOExtended tyres Both axles All models R16 Winter tyres 39, 40 195/55 R16 87 H M+SiMOExtended Light-alloy wheels 6 J x 16 H2 ET 46 R17 Summer 215/45 R17 87 V MOExtended 39, 40, 41, 42 tyres Light-alloy wheels 7 J x 17 H2 ET 54...
Page 254 Vehicle equipment ......252 Notes on the technical data ..... 252 Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ..252 Vehicle electronics ......253 Vehicle identification plates .... 254 Service products and capacities ..255 Vehicle data ........259 Tailgate opening dimensions ... 264...
Page 255 Do not install accessories such as audio Benz therefore accepts no responsibility for systems in these areas. Do not carry out the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehi- repairs or welding. You could impair the cles, even if they have been independently or operating efficiency of the restraint sys- officially approved.
Page 256 30 W the work required. Mercedes-Benz recom- 2 m waveband 50 W mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. In particular, work Trunked radio/Tetra 35 W relevant to safety or on safety-related sys- 70 cm waveband...
Page 257 Have aftermarket radio frequency transmit- ting equipment installed at a qualified spe- cialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recom- mends that you use a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for this purpose. Risk of injury Incorrect retrofitting of RF transmitters can lead to increased electromagnetic radiation in the vehicle interior.
Page 258 Maximum permissible front axle load Mercedes-Benz. These products are listed in this Mercedes-Benz Owner's Manual in the Maximum permissible rear axle load relevant section. Paint code...
Page 259 Mercedes-Benz approves in urban traffic engine oils which correspond to the current on short trips technical standard. when towing a trailer Therefore, only Mercedes-Benz approved in mountainous terrain engine oils may be used in Mercedes-Benz engines.
Page 260 Benz recommends that you have the oil the next oil change: change carried out at a Mercedes-Benz vehicles with a petrol engine: MB Service Centre. Mercedes-Benz approval is Approval 229.1 or ACEA A3...
Page 261 ! Only add coolant that has been premixed with the desired antifreeze protection. You could otherwise damage the engine. Further information on coolants and on fill- ing can be found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB Brake fluid Approval 310.1, e.g. on the Internet at http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.
Page 262 Vehicle data mends an antifreeze/corrosion inhibitor Vehicle weights which has been approved for Mercedes-Benz. The unladen weight includes the driver ! The engine cooling system is filled with (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel coolant that must be renewed after 15 tank 90% full).
Page 263 Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights The unladen weight includes the driver Coupé 1260 kg (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel The unladen weight includes the driver tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel increase the unladen weight and reduce the tank 90% full).
Page 264 Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights The unladen weight includes the driver Coupé 1285 kg (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel The unladen weight includes the driver tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel increase the unladen weight and reduce the tank 90% full).
Page 265 Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights Unladen weight (in accordance with EU Coupé 1345 kg Directive) AUTOTRONIC The unladen weight includes the driver Saloon 1340 kg (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment Coupé...
Page 266 Vehicle data Vehicle weights Vehicle weights Coupé 1280 kg Unladen weight (in accordance with EU Directive) AUTOTRONIC The unladen weight includes the driver Saloon (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel 1380 kg tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment Coupé...
Page 267 (68 kg), luggage (7 kg) and all fluids (fuel necessary specialist knowledge and tools to tank 90% full). Items of optional equipment carry out the work required. Mercedes-Benz increase the unladen weight and reduce the recommends that you use a Mercedes-Benz maximum payload.
Page 268 Trailer tow hitch Anchorage points for the trailer tow hitch Anchorage points Overhang dimension Rear axle centre line For trailer tow hitches fitted at the factory, the overhang dimension is 749 mm.
Page 269 Trailer tow hitch Trailer loads A 160 A 180 A 200 A 160 A 180 Permissible trailer load, 1000 kg 1300 kg 1500 kg braked Permissible trailer load, 595 kg 595 kg 595 kg unbraked Maximum drawbar nose- 75 kg 75 kg 75 kg weight...
Page 270 É1695845283Z102{ËÍ 1695845283Z102 Order no. 6515 0333 02 Part no. 169 584 52 83 Z102 Edition ÄJ 2010/1c...

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