Summary of Contents for Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2023
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Digital – in the vehicle Vehicle document wallet Familiarize yourself with Here you can find com- the contents of the Oper- prehensive information ator's Manual directly via about operating your the vehicle's multimedia vehicle and about serv- system (menu item "Vehi- ices and guarantees in cle information").
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Publication details the front passenger air bag is enabled Internet Further information about Mercedes-Benz vehi- If the front passenger air bag is enabled, a cles and about Mercedes‑Benz AG can be found child on the front passenger seat may be...
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Mercedes-Benz reserves the right to introduce Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz changes in the following areas: Before your first drive, please read this Operator's Design Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with your vehicle. For your own safety and a longer service...
General notes ..........27 Brief overview of the most important Protecting the environment ......27 points ............45 Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts ......28 Information on the automatic functions of Seats and stowing ........113 Operator's Manual ........29 the restraint system ........53 Notes on the correct driver's seat position ..
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Mercedes me Apps ........384 Mirrors ............180 Notes on the 3D driver's display ....321 Mercedes-Benz emergency call system ..391 Area permeable to radio waves on the Operating the driver's display ...... 321 Radio & media ..........395 windshield ...........
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Contents Tire labeling ..........455 Maintenance and care ......... 402 Definition of terms for tires and loading ..460 ASSYST PLUS service interval display ..402 Changing a wheel ........462 Maintenance Management ......403 Emergency spare wheel ....... 472 Telediagnosis ..........
Symbols In this Operator's Manual, you will find the follow- Observe notes on material damage. ing symbols: These symbols indicate useful instructions or & WARNING Danger due to failure to further information that could be helpful to observe the warning notices you.
At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (with driver camera) Driver's display with driver camera...
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→ L Low beam → ÿ Coolant temperature → T Standing lights Coolant temperature display → H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system → ! Electric parking brake (yellow) → # Electrical malfunction → Electric parking brake (red) → ; Engine diagnosis F USA only →...
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At a glance – Indicator and warning lamps (with driver camera) → → ä Suspension (red) ä Suspension (yellow)
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At a glance – Overhead control panel → Sun visors 3 Opens/closes the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel → c Switches the front interior lighting on/off → 3 Opens/closes the panorama roof with → u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off power tilt/sliding panel front roller sunblind →...
At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment...
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At a glance – Door operating unit and seat adjustment → → ß Ü Locks/unlocks the vehicle p Opens/closes the trunk lid → → D Rear window roller sunblind Adjusts the seats electrically → → w Switches the seat heating on/off S Child safety lock for the rear side win- dows →...
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At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment Vehicles with a reclining rear seat...
At a glance – Control settings in the rear passenger compartment → → Climate control rear operating unit V Memory function in the rear passenger compartment Electronics compartment in the center console Stowage box in the seat backrest → 115 V socket →...
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At a glance – Emergencies and breakdowns → B-pillar with: £ Hazard warning light system → QR code for accessing the rescue card Fuel filler flap with: → → Safety vests information label on fuel type → → ; me button information label on tire pressure →...
Digital Operator's Manual You can search for keywords using the Search Some sections in the Digital Operator's Manual, Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual field in order to quickly find answers to questions such as warning notes, can be expanded and col- Multimedia system: lapsed.
General notes Plug-in hybrid Protecting the environment Always have maintenance work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental pollution caused by irresponsible disposal Personal driving style: damage due to operating conditions and of the high-voltage battery personal driving style Do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.
(e.g. the brake system) may malfunction. restraint systems, may be installed in the fol- Use only Mercedes-Benz GenuineParts or parts of lowing areas of your vehicle: equal quality. Use only tires, wheels and acces-...
You can control these surfaces by This Operator's Manual and the Digital Operator's Mercedes-Benz Center. pressing or swiping to adjust settings or to trigger Manual in the vehicle describe the following mod- functions, for example.
Information is available at any authorized For some features, a notification also appears Mercedes-Benz Service Center. Some Mercedes-Benz models are available in in the vehicle's multimedia system. Europe through our European Delivery Program. If the activation was not successful, repeat the...
"Notice of Purchase of Used Operating safety day, 365 days a year. Car" in the Service and Guarantee booklet or sim- ply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (USA) & WARNING Risk of accident due to mal- Center (USA) at the hotline number...
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General notes Observe the "On-board electronics" section in ried out, this could result in malfunctions or * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to driv- "Technical data". system failures. ing too fast and due to impacts to the vehicle underbody or suspension compo- Always have the prescribed service and &...
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General notes underbody paneling. These materials may & DANGER Risk of death and fire due to Never touch damaged components of ignite if they come into contact with hot parts the high-voltage on-board electrical sys- modified and/or damaged components of of the exhaust system.
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General notes Vehicles with hybrid systems generate signifi- If you modify component parts of these high- cantly less noise when stationary‑ and when being voltage components or touch damaged com- driven than vehicles with internal-combustion ponent parts, you may be electrocuted. engines.
General notes compliance could void the user’s authority to Observe the following points when mounting operate the equipment." the license plate on the front license plate holder: Canada: "This vehicle contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Inno- Mount the license plate directly on the vation, Science and Economic Development Can- license plate holder without advertising ada’s licence-exempt RSS(s).
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General notes repair and maintenance work or for reading out Stow all objects in the vehicle securely vehicle data in a specialist workshop. Diagnostic so that they cannot get into the driver's devices should therefore only be connected in a footwell.
If you remove any warning stickers, you or others with permanent magnets. These fields can be An authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center is a could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave found, for example, in the area around the multi- qualified specialist workshop.
In Canada: you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Vehicle components carrying live voltage Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle...
Damage to the vehicle can arise from violation death, you should immediately inform Transport Data processing in the vehicle of these operating instructions. Canada in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz Canada Inc. This damage is not covered either by the Electronic control units...
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General notes can be found in the information directly related to Legal requirements regarding the disclosure of Generally, the use of these data is temporary; the functional characteristics in question in their data they will not be stored beyond the period of oper- respective operating instructions.
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General notes If you use services, such as repair services and Malfunction memories in the vehicle can be reset address book data for use in connection with maintenance work, stored operational data as by a service outlet or at your request as part of an integrated hands-free system or an integra- well as the vehicle identification number can be repair or maintenance work.
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General notes phone can be output via the multimedia system. device that you have brought into the vehicle, for ted. This excludes legally prescribed functions and Certain information is simultaneously transferred example, a smartphone. Online functions can be services, such as an emergency call system. to your smartphone.
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EDR is commercially available, accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, media system or Mercedes me connect. Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC („MBUSA“) expressly How fast the vehicle was traveling. disclaims any and all liability arising from the For additional information, please refer to the "MBUX multimedia system"...
® SIRIUS is a registered trademark of Sirius data carrier in your vehicle document wallet and XM Radio Inc. with updates on the following website: HD Radio™ is a registered trademark of iBiq- https://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource uity Digital Corporation.
Occupant safety For clear understanding Stowage areas ( page 142) Brief overview of the most important points The chapter "Occupant safety" includes informa- Basic information Defining generic terms clearly tion on equipment, functions and behaviors that In this Operator's Manual, the following generic contribute directly to safety of vehicle occupants.
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Occupant safety essential that the sitting posture is correct and in a nearly upright position, your head should not When doing so, make sure you are able to fas- that the seat belt is correctly fastened. touch the roof. ten your seat belt correctly. The shoulder belt strap must be routed forward from the seat Note that negligence when adjusting your sitting &...
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Occupant safety Assume a nearly upright position, with your Each vehicle occupant must observe the following & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to buttocks as far back as possible in the gap notes in particular: incorrectly fastened seat belt between the seat cushion and seat backrest.
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Occupant safety Only one person should use each seat belt at * NOTE Deployment of components of the any one time. restraint system when the front passenger Never secure objects with a seat belt if the seat is unoccupied and a seat belt is seat belt is also being used by one of the vehi- buckled cle's occupants.
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Have the restraint system checked and Function of the rear seat belt status display Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the repaired immediately at a qualified spe- The rear seat belt status display on the driver's vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop.
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Occupant safety motion, the rear seat belt status display appears Green: the seat belt tongue of a rear seat belt The PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps display again. is engaged in the seat belt buckle of the dis- the status of the front passenger air bag. played seat.
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Occupant safety Self-test: when the vehicle is switched on, both If you are driving with a child in the vehicle, Both before and during the journey, the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and OFF indicator observe the information in the chapter "Chil- ensure that the status of the front lamps light up simultaneously for several seconds.
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Occupant safety Deactivating or activating the front passenger air Function of the REAR SEAT AIR BAG indicator Self-test: when the vehicle is switched on, both lamps the REAR SEAT AIR BAG ON and OFF indicator lamps light up simultaneously for several seconds. The automatic front passenger air bag shutoff can After the self-test, you can determine the status of deactivate or activate the front passenger air bag...
Occupant safety Enabling/disabling the rear airbag via the multi- NEVER use a rearward-facing child Information on the automatic functions of the media system restraint system on a seat with an ENA- restraint system BLED FRONT AIR BAG. This can result in Multimedia system: Function of the automatic front passenger air bag the DEATH of or SERIOUS INJURY to the...
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Occupant safety Status of the front passenger air bag in relation to System limits Only one person should use each seat the stature of the person: The front passenger air bag may otherwise be dis- belt at any one time. Front passenger air bag disabled: PASSENGER abled by mistake, for example, in the following sit- AIR BAG OFF lights up continuously.
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Occupant safety Vehicles with memory function in the rear If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced, System limits passenger compartment: moving the outer move the seat backrest back slightly. The system will not initiate any action in the fol- rear seats to a more favorable seat position.
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Occupant safety Activating/deactivating seat belt adjustment via a certain speed is exceeded after pulling away ® If PRE-SAFE Impulse Side has been deployed or the multimedia system is faulty, the PRE-SAFE Pulse Side Inoperative & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to See Operator's Manual display message appears Multimedia system:...
Occupant safety Overview of the automatic measures after an acci- switching on the interior lighting Purpose and function of the restraint system dent Overview of deployment situations (restraint sys- Depending on the type and severity of the acci- Function of the post-collision brake after an acci- tem) dent dent, and depending on the vehicle's equipment,...
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Occupant safety Depending on the detected deployment situation, Observe the information on the function of the parts that are relatively easily deformed are affec- the components of the restraint system can be restraint system ( page 58). ted and the rate of vehicle deceleration is not activated or deployed independently of each high.
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In particular, you could slip beneath the seat- example. belt and become injured. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop Adjust the seat properly before begin- after an accident. Take this into account, particu- ning your journey.
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Before starting the journey, make sure Use only protective covers approved by Observe the following information: that there are no objects around the seat Mercedes-Benz for the seat in question. Notes on loading the vehicle ( page 142) belt buckle or between the front seat and door.
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Mercedes-Benz Center for details. injure vehicle occupants in the process. Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices could USA only: for details, contact our Customer Assis-...
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Mercedes-Benz. that have already been deployed aged. If a rear airbag cover is damaged, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the disable the rear airbag. Have a damaged & WARNING Risk of injury due to modifica- vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop...
Occupant safety & WARNING Risk of injury due to deployed Seat belts Instead, mount the child restraint system e.g. on the front passenger seat. airbag Information on the belt air bag in the rear seat belt A deployed airbag no longer offers any protec- If the front passenger seat is occupied, ensure tion.
Occupant safety Slide the seat belt tongue downward and allow Airbags the seat belt to retract completely. Overview of air bags Releasing seat belts Press the release button in the seat belt buckle and guide the seat belt back with the seat belt tongue.
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Occupant safety Information on the cushionbag in the reclining vehicle, you can disable the rear air bag according To avoid risks resulting from the deployment of a rear seat to the legal requirements. rear air bag, observe the following information on the correct seating position: Observe the following information: The cushionbag offers additional occupant protec-...
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Occupant safety Objects behind the front seat the REAR SEAT AIR BAG indicator lamp in the Objects in the deployment area of the rear air overhead control panel ( page 52). bags may prevent the rear air bags from function- The rear air bags should be disabled in the follow- ing correctly.
Safely transporting children in the vehicle Secure children up to a height of (1.50 m) on rear air bag is correct for the current situation Brief overview of most important points the respective seat (see illustration above) page 52). Safely transporting children in the vehicle properly with a suitable and approved child Front passenger seat restraint system , and secure small children in...
Safely transporting children in the vehicle Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a the Top Tether anchorages Important safety notes child restraint system on a rear seat. Basic information Simply attaching to the ISOFIX mounting brackets The generic term child restraint system...
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Confirmation that the child restraint system com- Never place objects (e.g. cushions) The child can then not be protected or plies with the standards can be found on an under or behind the child restraint sys- restrained as intended.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Use only child restraint systems that are in proper Avoid direct sunlight Observe when stopping or parking working condition & WARNING Risk of burns when the child & WARNING Risk of fatal injury due to expo- &...
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Warning sticker in the rear passenger compart- Notes on rearward-facing and forward-facing child In addition, the children could also set the ment restraint systems on the front passenger seat vehicle in motion by, for example: releasing the parking brake.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle If it is absolutely necessary to install a child Rearward-facing child restraint system on the & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to restraint system on the front passenger seat, front passenger seat objects between the seat surface and the always observe the additional notes.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle page 50). Always observe the following infor- BLED FRONT AIRBAG; DEATH or SERI- If necessary, adjust the seat belt outlet mation. OUS INJURY to the CHILD can occur. and the co-driver seat accordingly. Always comply with the child restraint &...
Safely transporting children in the vehicle If using a forward-facing child restraint system Suitable child restraint systems for the transport Securing the child restraint system with enabled rear air bag: make sure that the of children Adjusting the seat correctly child's feet are not placed in front of the rear air Information on the advantage of a rearward-facing bag cover or on the seat backrest.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle When using a forward-facing child restraint that it does not touch the child restraint sys- Adjust the vehicle head restraints so that the system with integrated child seat belt: adjust tem. child restraint system is not put under strain the head restraint of the respective seat so by the head restraint.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle The child restraint system must not be put position and the rear edge of the seat cushion When enabled, the special seat belt retractor under strain between the roof and the seat is in the lowest position. ensures that the seat belts of the front passenger cushion and/or be installed facing the wrong seat and rear seats do not slacken once the child...
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Push the child restraint system down until the Always comply with the information about the seat belt sits tightly. mass of the child: in the manufacturer's installation and operat- Deactivating the special seat belt retractor ing instructions for the child restraint system Press the release button of the seat belt used...
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Vehicles with reclining rear seats: tilt the back- Fastening a Top Tether (ISOFIX) (left and right rear seats) or the rest of the reclining rear seat back slightly seat belt (all rear seats) and the vehicle. before the ISOFIX child restraint system is &...
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) or belt- If necessary, slide head restraint down- Install the child restraint system. secured child restraint system with Top Tether. The entire base of the child restraint system wards ( page 127).
Safely transporting children in the vehicle Child-proof locks When leaving the vehicle, always take the Always activate the child safety locks key with you and lock the vehicle. installed if children are traveling in the Activating/deactivating the child safety lock for vehicle.
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Safely transporting children in the vehicle Activating/deactivating the child safety lock for Indicator lamp is off: via the switch on the rear side windows the corresponding rear door or driver's door When the child safety lock is activated, the con- trols in the rear passenger compartment are disa- bled for: the rear side windows...
Opening and closing Indicator lamp SmartKey When leaving the vehicle, always take the key with you and lock the vehicle. Panic alarm Overview of key functions Keep the key out of reach of children. If indicator lamp does not light up after &...
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Opening and closing Options if the unlocking function for the driver's particular key. Activate the function of the key so Removing/inserting the emergency key door and fuel filler flap has been selected: that all its functions will again be available. Removing the emergency key To unlock the vehicle centrally: press the You can also deactivate the function of the key to...
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If batteries are swallowed or otherwise You require a CR 2032 3 V cell battery. enter the body, seek immediate medical attention. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Insert emergency key at marking until battery replaced at a qualified specialist work- it engages.
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Opening and closing Insert mechanical key into the opening Problems with the key, troubleshooting and lift up covering and remove it. You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle Repeatedly tap the key against your palm until Possible causes are: battery falls out of the key.
Opening and closing shielding due to metal objects or induction Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from Doors loops for electrical gate systems or automatic the inside Unlocking/opening the doors from the inside barriers Make sure that there is sufficient distance between the key and the potential source of interference.
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Opening and closing This does not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap. The driver's door and the door on which the door handle is used are closed. Plug-in hybrid: the socket flap is also locked and unlocked. The socket flap can be opened even if a The door handles will extend automatically: key is detected in the car.
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Opening and closing When using a high pressure cleaner Deactivate the function of the SmartKey in these situations. Make sure that the SmartKey is at a min- imum distance of 10 ft (3 m) (power washer) or 20 ft (6 m) (automatic car wash) away from the vehicle.
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Opening and closing Problems with KEYLESS-GO, troubleshooting There is interference from a powerful radio signal source You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using Possible causes if the function of KEYLESS-GO is KEYLESS-GO impaired: Possible causes: High voltage power lines The function of the SmartKey has been deacti- Mobile phones vated.
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Opening and closing Activate or deactivate Automatic Door Lock. Automatic closing of the doors may be trig- gered if the vehicle is locked from the outside, In the following situations, there is a danger of or during pulling away. being locked out when the function is activated: The vehicle is being towed or pushed.
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Opening and closing Remove the mechanical key and release the Insert a flat, non-metallic object behind door Pull door handle outward to the pressure door handle. handle from above and pry it slightly out- point and hold it there. ward. Insert the mechanical key into the lock cylin- Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO Reach behind door handle...
Opening and closing Locking the doors To lock the right-hand side of the vehicle: turn * NOTE Damage to the trunk lid by obsta- the mechanical key counter-clockwise as far cles above the vehicle as it will go. The trunk lid swings upwards when it is If the locked door is then closed, it can no longer opened.
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Opening and closing Vehicles with trunk lid convenience closing With the trunk lid opening height restriction Before the journey, secure objects, lug- activated, manually pull the stopped trunk lid gage or loads against slipping or tipping upwards. over. If an obstacle obstructs the trunk lid during the Observe the notes on loading the vehicle.
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Opening and closing To close the trunk lid: pull the trunk lid down- Pull the trunk lid handle. wards using the handle recess and push it closed. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: it is also Vehicles with trunk lid convenience closing: if possible to stop the closing process by making a you lightly push the trunk lid closed, the kicking movement below the rear bumper.
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Opening and closing SmartKey must be in the vicinity of the vehi- In these situations in particular, the reversing cle. function cannot prevent someone being trap- ped. Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS Ensure that no body parts are in the With the trunk lid completely open, make a closing area.
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Opening and closing HANDS-FREE ACCESS function A warning tone will sound while the trunk lid is washer) or 20 ft (6 m) (automatic car opening or closing. wash) away from the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of burns caused by a hot When making the kicking movement, make sure exhaust system that you are standing firmly on the ground.
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Opening and closing Resetting the PIN If you have forgotten the PIN, you can switch off separate trunk locking with the emergency key. Select Block Trunk Access. Confirm Forget PIN?. Unlock the trunk within three minutes with the emergency key. Separate trunk locking will be switched off and the PIN deleted.
100 Opening and closing Activating/deactivating the trunk lid opening If someone is trapped, release the but- When leaving the vehicle, always take the height restriction ton immediately or pull it in order to SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. close the side window again.
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Opening and closing 101 When the vehicle is switched off, you can con- During resetting. tinue to operate the side windows. The reversing function cannot prevent some- This function is available for around four minutes one from becoming trapped in these situa- or until a front door is opened.
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102 Opening and closing To continue convenience opening: press and Press and hold the s button on the key. Release the button immediately if some- hold the Ü button again. body becomes trapped. The following functions will be performed: The vehicle will be locked. Requirements Convenience closing (closing the vehicle from out- The side windows will be closed.
Opening and closing 103 Immediately after this, pull and hold the corre- Make sure that no parts of the body are & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when sponding button again until the side window in the closing area. the sliding sunroof is being opened and has closed and hold the button for at least one closed To stop the closing process, release the...
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104 Opening and closing Never leave children unattended in the Do not open the panorama roof with * NOTE Malfunction due to snow and ice vehicle. power tilt/sliding panel if a roof luggage Snow and ice may cause the sliding sunroof to rack is installed.
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Opening and closing 105 To open: swipe backwards across control Operating the rear roller sunblind from the front Operating the rear roller sunblind from the rear panel and hold. To close: swipe forwards across control panel and hold. To raise or lower: press control panel briefly.
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106 Opening and closing Automatic reversing function of the sliding sun- Touch the control panel during automatic If someone is trapped, release the con- roof closing. trol panel immediately. If an obstacle obstructs the sliding sunroof during The closing process will be stopped. the closing process, the sliding sunroof will open Touch the control panel during automatic again automatically.
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Opening and closing 107 Repeat the previous step. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped by Make sure that no parts of the body are The sliding sunroof will be closed again with in the closing area. automatic lowering of the sliding sunroof increased force.
108 Opening and closing The rear roller sunblind is not operating smoothly. Use automatic operation to fully open and then close the rear roller sunblind. Reset the rear roller sunblind. Resetting the rear roller sunblind Roller sun blinds Extending or retracting the roller sunblinds on the rear side windows The roller sunblinds for the rear side windows can be operated with the buttons for the side win-...
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Opening and closing 109 Extending or retracting the rear window roller sun- Extending or retracting from the rear passenger Ensure that the roller sunblind can move blind compartment freely. & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped when * NOTE Damage caused by objects extending or retracting the roller sunblind Objects can cause the roller sunblind to mal- Body parts may become trapped in the roller...
The ATA system will be armed automatically after will not be operational. Contact an authorized approximately ten seconds in the following situa- Mercedes-Benz center or call To extend: pull switch 1. tions: 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or after the vehicle is locked with the key To retract: press switch 1.
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Opening and closing 111 after the start/stop button is pressed with the The tow-away alarm will automatically be armed key in the stowage compartment after approximately 60 seconds: page 204) after the vehicle is locked with the key ▌Deactivating the ATA after the vehicle is locked using KEYLESS-GO Press the Ü, s or H button on the The tow-away alarm will be armed only when the...
Seats and stowing 113 You can hold the steering wheel with your Notes on the correct driver's seat position arms slightly bent & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- You can move your legs freely ing the vehicle settings while the vehicle is You can see all the displays on the driver's dis- in motion play clearly...
114 Seats and stowing Observe the safety notes on "Air bags" and "Chil- Seats Children in particular could accidentally press dren in the vehicle". the electrical seat adjustment buttons and Adjusting the front seat electrically become trapped. & WARNING Risk of accident due to adjust- &...
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Seats and stowing 115 & WARNING Risk of injury or death due to Use the grab handles only to stabilize the When moving the seats back, make sure seating position or to assist in getting in that there are no objects in the footwell, an incorrect seat position and out of the seat.
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116 Seats and stowing Save the settings with the memory function Adjusting the front passenger seat electrically page 138). from the driver's seat The head restraint height will be adjusted automatically when you adjust the seat height or the seat fore-and-aft position. Vehicles with EASY ADJUST luxury head restraints: the fore-and-aft position of the head restraint will be adjusted automatically...
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Seats and stowing 117 To select the front passenger seat: press but- Adjusting the front passenger seat electrically ton 1. from the rear passenger compartment When the indicator lamp lights up, the front passenger seat is selected. Adjust the front passenger seat using the but- tons on the driver's side door operating unit.
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118 Seats and stowing The footrest can be adjusted only when one of the You can use the rear passenger compartment following conditions has been fulfilled: child safety lock to disable this function page 81). Depending on the equipment, the front passenger seat will be in one of the following positions: Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support...
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Seats and stowing 119 the switch while pressing the switch. Feedback is Lower Seat backrest inclination provided only by the movement of the seat. Firmer Combined seat cushion inclination and length You can electrically adjust only the outer seats in Use buttons to adjust the contour of Save the settings with the memory function...
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120 Seats and stowing Save the settings with the memory function Setting the fully reclined position page 140). The leg rest will fold down if overloaded. If this is the case, fold up the leg rest and engage it. Vehicles with a long wheelbase and the Chauffeur/Rear Seat Memory Package also have a footrest.
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Seats and stowing 121 The footrest will move out from under the The leg rest will fold down if overloaded. If this & WARNING Risk of potentially fatal injuries front passenger seat. is the case, fold up the leg rest and engage it. due to objects trapped under the front If available, the leg rest will rise.
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122 Seats and stowing The head restraint is folded forwards Remove the objects from the luggage net. The front passenger seat will automatically move from the chauffeur position back into the normal * NOTE Damage to the seats when moving position in the following situations: the seats back The front passenger seat is adjusted using the...
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Seats and stowing 123 Setting the chauffeur position ▌Using the footrest on the front passenger seat Push button forwards and hold it in this Requirements position. Depending on the equipment, the front The front passenger seat will move forward passenger seat will be in one of the following and stop at the threshold of the area for positions: chauffeur mode.
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124 Seats and stowing Stowing the footrest ▌Moving the front passenger seat into the nor- mal position (chauffeur mode) Push the footrest upwards with your foot until it engages. Push button forwards. The footrest will retract underneath the front Push button towards the rear.
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Seats and stowing 125 head restraint on the front passenger side will Head restraints be moved into the upright position. ▌Adjusting the front seat luxury head restraints The front passenger seat will then move fur- manually ther towards the rear. &...
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126 Seats and stowing To move forwards: pull the head restraint for- To attach the additional cushion: open hook- & WARNING Risk of injury due to incorrectly wards. and-loop tape on the rear of additional adjusted head restraints cushion 1. To move backwards: press release knob If head restraints have not been adjusted cor- and push the head restraint backwards.
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Seats and stowing 127 ▌Adjusting the rear seat outer head restraints Push the head restraint down and let it ▌Attaching and removing the additional cushion engage. manually of the head restraint in the rear passenger com- partment (individual seats) ▌Adjusting the outer luxury head restraints of the rear seats manually To adjust the head restraint angle: pull or push the head restraint in the direction of arrow...
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128 Seats and stowing Guide Velcro strip between head restraint ▌Folding the center head restraint into position and strip 3. and folding it down manually (premium seats) The center head restraint has a usage position Close Velcro strip 4. and a non-usage position. The usage position is To change the position of the additional cush- the upright position in which the head restraint is ion: move additional cushion...
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Seats and stowing 129 Folding down ▌Folding the center head restraint into position Folding down and folding it back manually To fold into position: pull the head restraint upwards until it engages. Press button 1. Press button 1. Fold down the head restraint completely. Fold down the head restraint completely.
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130 Seats and stowing When the center seat is used, the head restraint Switch the function for the desired seat on or a) Pressing the warning message on the must be in the upright, locked usage position. off. central display. If the function is active, the neck heat of the additional cushion has been coupled to the Configuring the seat settings...
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Seats and stowing 131 You can also configure these settings via the Select the desired setting. Deep Waves: Wave-like movements in the Mercedes me user account for your user pro- cushion can promote blood flow and meta- file. By synchronizing the profiles in the vehi- bolic processes in the lower back and legs.
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132 Seats and stowing To set the massage intensity: switch Intensive Switching the seat heating on/off ments placed on the seats, e.g. seat cushions on or off . or child seats. This could cause damage to the & WARNING Risk of burns due to repeatedly seat surface.
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Seats and stowing 133 If you switch the power supply off and on Switching the seat ventilation on/off again within 20 minutes, the previous setting Requirements: of the seat heating for the driver's seat will The power supply is switched on. remain active.
134 Seats and stowing ventilation setting for the driver's seat will & WARNING Risk of entrapment for children remain active. when adjusting the steering wheel Children could injure themselves if they adjust Steering wheel the steering wheel. Adjusting the steering wheel electrically Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
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Seats and stowing 135 Switching the steering wheel heater on/off When you switch the vehicle off, the steering wheel heater will switch off. Requirements The vehicle is switched on. Linking the steering wheel heater to the seat heat- Requirements The power supply or the vehicle has been switched on.
136 Seats and stowing Easy entry and exit feature Move the steering wheel adjustment Never leave children unattended in the lever. vehicle. Using the easy entry and exit feature The adjustment process is stopped. When leaving the vehicle, always take the &...
Seats and stowing 137 The steering wheel will then move upwards Setting the easy entry and exit feature Memory function only if it is not already as high as it will go. Function of the memory function Requirements The driver's seat will then move backwards The automatic seat adjustment has been acti- only if it is not already at the rear of the seat &...
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138 Seats and stowing You can save the following settings for the front Operating the memory function parts are in the area of movement of the seat: seat or the steering wheel. Storing Seat, backrest, head restraint position and If someone becomes trapped, press a contour of the seat backrest in the lumbar preset position button or seat adjust- region...
Seats and stowing 139 Press one of the preset position buttons 4, You can save the following settings for the rear Vehicles with active multicontour seats: the T or U within three seconds. seat: seat side bolsters of the seat backrest as well as the contour of the seat backrest in the lum- An acoustic signal sounds.
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140 Seats and stowing Operating the rear seat via the memory function Vehicles with reclining rear seat: press one of in the rear passenger compartment the preset position buttons 4 or T within three seconds. Storing The settings are stored. Vehicles with reclining rear seat: you cannot store any settings on the j and a but- tons for adjusting the reclined and standard...
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Seats and stowing 141 Operating the front passenger seat and rear seats Adjust the rear seat using the buttons on the via the memory function in the rear passenger door control panel ( page 119). compartment Press button 1. When the indicator lamp lights up, the front Storing passenger seat is selected.
142 Seats and stowing Vehicles with reclining rear seat: press one of Vehicles with reclining rear seat: press one of Always switch off the engine before the preset position buttons 4 or T preset position buttons 4 or T. opening the trunk lid. within three seconds.
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Seats and stowing 143 Observe the notes on the cup holders. & WARNING Risk of injury due to objects and liquids may be spilled. The vehicle occu- Vehicles with automatic front-passenger air bag pants may come into contact with the liquid being stowed incorrectly shutoff: Objects trapped under the front- and if it is hot, they could be scalded.
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144 Seats and stowing The handling characteristics of your vehicle are Always make sure that the cigarette * NOTE Damage to the stowage compart- dependent on the distribution of the load within lighter is out of the reach of children. ment under the ashtray due to intense the vehicle.
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Seats and stowing 145 When transporting roof loads and when the The rubber mat in the stowage compartment vehicle is fully loaded or fully occupied, select in front center console can be removed drive programs ; and A. These are for cleaning with clean, lukewarm water.
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146 Seats and stowing Turn the emergency key a quarter turn clock- Stow the folding table before each jour- wise 2 (to lock) or counter-clockwise 1 (to ney. unlock). ▌Folding the folding table out or in * NOTE Damage to the folding tables when moving the seats back &...
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Seats and stowing 147 ▌Removing the handset from the rear passenger Overview of the parcel net hooks compartment stowage compartment Observe the following notes: Secure the load using the parcel net hooks. Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load.
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148 Seats and stowing Vehicles with individual rear seats Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer rear seats Parcel net hooks Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer seats: Fold down the rear armrest. Opening the through-loading feature in the rear passenger compartment Pull handle and fold down cover 2.
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Seats and stowing 149 If the through-loading feature is to be used as a stowage compartment again: Fold down loading flap and lock it in the trunk ( page 149). Locking the through-loading feature in the trunk Requirements: The refrigerator box is removed. Vehicles with individual rear seats Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer rear seats Slide release catch...
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150 Seats and stowing Using the bag hooks EASY-PACK trunk box ▌Adjusting the height of the EASY-PACK trunk & WARNING Risk of injury when using bag box to any position hooks with heavy objects The bag hooks cannot restrain heavy objects &...
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Seats and stowing 151 Ensure that your hands are not in the damage the EASY-PACK trunk box and be range of movement of the EASY-PACK thrown out. trunk box. Do not transport objects that are sharp- When leaving the vehicle, always take the edged, pointed, rounded or fragile and SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
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152 Seats and stowing Observe the notes on cleaning the EASY- ▌Installing and removing the EASY-PACK trunk PACK trunk box ( page 415). Installing Turn rotating catches outward. Insert retainers of box into holes 2. Raise box in the direction of the arrow and press hooks into the anchorages of rear passenger compartment shelf 4.
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You will find information on the maximum roof load in the "Technical data" section. Only use roof luggage racks tested and approved for Mercedes-Benz. * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to not Depending on the vehicle equipment, Turn rotating catches outward.
154 Seats and stowing Secure the roof luggage rack to the fastening not sustain damage even when it is in points beneath covers 1. motion. Comply with the installation instructions of the roof luggage rack manufacturer. * NOTE Damage to panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel caused by roof Secure the load on the roof luggage rack.
Seats and stowing 155 Using the 115 V socket in the rear passenger Sockets compartment Using the 12 V socket & DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to a Requirements: damaged connecting cable or a damaged Only connect devices up to a maximum of socket 180 W (15 A).
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156 Seats and stowing & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to incor- rect handling of the socket You could receive an electric shock in particu- lar: If you reach into the socket. If you insert unsuitable devices or objects into the socket.
Seats and stowing 157 Open socket flap 3. These USB ports in the rear passenger com- The upper compartment of the refrigerator box partment can be used to charge a mobile end can accommodate, for example, plastic bottles Insert the plug of the device into 115 V socket device.
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158 Seats and stowing To switch off: press button repeatedly until both indicator lamps go out. Removing or installing the refrigerator box Installing Example: vehicles with individual rear seats Example: vehicles with individual rear seats Vehicles with electrically adjustable outer To open: pull the handle on refrigerator box seats: fold down the rear passenger compart- and fold down the cover of the refrigerator...
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Seats and stowing 159 Slide the refrigerator box with handle Opening and closing the stowage compartment of the refrigerator box in the trunk into the open through-loading feature. Connection and the electrical contacts of refrigerator box are inserted into sockets of the through-loading feature.
160 Seats and stowing Wireless charging of the mobile phone and con- Always stow and secure heavy, hard, Do not place credit cards, storage nection with the exterior antenna pointed, sharp-edged, fragile or bulky media, ski passes or other objects sensi- objects in the trunk/cargo compart- tive to electromagnetic fields in the Notes on wirelessly charging a mobile phone...
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Small mobile phones may not be able to be A list of compatible mobile phones can be Place the mobile phone as close to the center charged in every position of the mobile phone found at: https://www.mercedes-benz- of mat as possible with the display facing cradle.
162 Seats and stowing A list of compatible mobile phones can be ess are shown by the indicator lamp flashing Do not use loose floor mats and do not found at: https://www.mercedes-benz- three times. place floor mats on top of one another. mobile.com/ The mat can be removed for cleaning, e.g.
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Seats and stowing 163 Adjust the corresponding seat. Removing floor mats Slide the corresponding seat backwards and pull the floor mat off holders 2. Adjust the corresponding seat.
164 Light and visibility Light switch L Low beam/high beam Exterior lighting R Switches the rear fog light on/off. ▌Operating the light switch Information about lighting systems and your responsibility When low beam is activated, the T indicator lamp for the side lamps will be deactivated and The various lighting systems of the vehicle are replaced by the L low-beam indicator lamp.
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Light and visibility 165 Switching on accident scene lighting Operating the combination switch for the lights there is fog, snow or other causes of poor visi- Switch off the vehicle. bility such as spray. Switch on the hazard warning lights In such cases, turn the light switch to page 166).
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166 Light and visibility Switching on high beam To indicate permanently: push the combina- Activating/deactivating the hazard warning lights tion switch beyond the point of resistance in Turn the light switch to the L or à the direction of arrow or 4.
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Light and visibility 167 Adaptive functions MULTIBEAM LED and DIGITAL ▌Active headlamps function ▌Cornering light function LIGHT ▌Intelligent Light System function With this system, the headlamps adapt to the driv- ing and weather situation. It also provides exten- ded functions for improved illumination of the road.
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168 Light and visibility Traffic circle and intersection function: the corner- The function is not active in the following cases: The function is automatically deactivated under ing light will be activated on both sides based on the following conditions: at speeds below 50 mph (80 km/h) an evaluation of the vehicle's current navigation When speeds greater than 62 mph ▌Enhanced fog light function (Canada)
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Light and visibility 169 Only vehicles with a multimedia system with Spotlight Notes navigation have this function. ▌Assistance functions of DIGITAL LIGHT DIGITAL LIGHT visually expands on the driver assistance systems by projecting the assistant displays in front of the vehicle while it is in motion.
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Light and visibility 171 The high beam will switch off automatically in the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus following cases: ▌Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus function (Can- At speeds below 16 mph (25 km/h) ada) If other road users are detected & WARNING Risk of accident despite Adap- If street lighting is sufficient tive Highbeam Assist Plus The system's optical sensor is located behind...
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172 Light and visibility ULTRA RANGE Highbeam increases the bright- Always observe the road and traffic con- ness of the cone of light to the legally permitted ditions carefully and switch off the high maximum. beam in good time. Partial high beam does not include other road Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus cannot take into users in the high beam area.
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Light and visibility 173 At speeds above 31 mph (50 km/h): high beam is active, the corresponding blue Setting the exterior lighting switch-off delay time indicator lamp will also light up. If no other road users are detected, the road is Multimedia system: straight and it is not raining heavily, the ULTRA Switching off...
174 Light and visibility Operating unit inside the grab handle (rear To switch reading lamps off: press button Interior lighting passenger compartment) once or twice. Adjusting the interior lighting When you press it once, the interior lighting in the grab handle and the dome lamp on the respective side of the vehicle will go out.
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Light and visibility 175 Adjusting the brightness the vehicle, the ambient lighting in the affec- Make sure that the relevant driving or ted door will flash red. Select Brightness. driving safety systems are activated. Further information on the exit warning Adjust the brightness.
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Light and visibility 177 Turn the combination switch to the corre- Press the button on the combination switch in Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi- sponding position 1 - 5. the direction of arrow and hold it for tion approximately two seconds.
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178 Light and visibility Installing the wiper blades Switch on the vehicle. Press the î button on the combination switch. The wiper arms will return to their original positions. Switch off the vehicle. Check the condition of the wiper blades regu- larly and replace them in the event of visible damage or ongoing smearing.
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Light and visibility 179 Maintenance display The duration until the color changes varies Removing the wiper blades depending on the usage conditions. Replacing the windshield wiper blades (MAGIC VISION CONTROL) Moving the wiper arms into the replacement posi- tion Switch off the vehicle. Within around 15 seconds, press the î...
180 Light and visibility To remove the wiper blade: press release knob Press the wiper blade beyond the point of If you fasten your seat belt while the vehi- 2, pull the wiper blade in the direction of resistance in the direction of arrow on the cle is in motion arrow...
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Light and visibility 181 Adjusting the outside mirrors Use button to adjust the position of the Automatic anti-glare mirrors function selected mirror. & WARNING Risk of acid burns and poison- Folding the outside mirrors in/out ing due to the anti-glare mirror electrolyte Briefly press button 3.
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182 Light and visibility The front-passenger outside mirror will swivel Storing the parking position of the front- Immediately change out of clothing downwards in the direction of the rear wheel on passenger outside mirror using reverse gear which has been contaminated with the front passenger's side when: electrolyte.
Light and visibility 183 Calling up Area permeable to radio waves on the wind- Infrared-reflective windshield function Select the front-passenger outside mirror shield The infrared-reflective windshield is coated and using button 2. reduces the build-up of heat in the vehicle interior. Engage reverse gear.
Activates/deactivates residual engine heat rectly. Use filters recommended and approved by utilization ( page 189) Mercedes-Benz. Always have maintenance work Plug-in hybrid vehicles: & Activates/deac- carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. tivates pre-entry climate control page 195) Overview of the THERMOTRONIC climate bar ¤...
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Climate control 185 Overview of the rear operating unit ± Calls up the air conditioning menu Sets the airflow in the rear passenger com- partment, left, or switches climate control page 186) on/off ( page 186) Ã Sets climate control to automatic mode, Switches climate control on/off left ( page 187)
186 Climate control The settings for the second row of seats can be Switching climate control on/off via the rear oper- Press button ¿. configured via the rear operating unit, the multi- ating unit Switch off the A/C function only briefly; other- media system ( page 188) or the MBUX rear Switching on...
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Climate control 187 The fine particle status display is on the home When the defrost function is activated, some Press AUTO on the climate bar on the central screen next to the temperature display on the functions (e.g. the temperature setting) will display.
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188 Climate control When the air conditioning system is switched Setting rear climate control using the air condi- Switching the synchronization function on/off via on, at least one zone is always active. How- tioning menu the air conditioning menu ever, several air distribution options can be Multimedia system: Multimedia system: selected at the same time, for example to set...
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Climate control 189 Switching air-recirculation mode on/off imately 30 minutes, depending on the tempera- Activating/deactivating ionization ture set. Multimedia system: Multimedia system: To switch on or off: select Residual Heat Climate Menu First Row of Seats Climate Menu Air Quality the climate bar of the central display.
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190 Climate control Multimedia system: Select Fragrance. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental Climate Menu Air Quality Keep pressing until the desired intensity is damage due to improper disposal of full reached. flacons The fragrance system distributes a pleasant fra- grance throughout the vehicle interior from a fla- ▌Inserting or removing the flacon of the fra- con located in the glove box.
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Climate control 191 If you do not use genuine Mercedes-Benz interior The health of persons with limited temperature perfumes, observe the manufacturer's safety noti- sensitivity or a limited ability to react to high ces on the perfume packaging. temperatures may be affected or they may Dispose of the genuine Mercedes-Benz interior even suffer burn-like injuries.
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192 Climate control Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the follow- Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the follow- ▌Activating/deactivating pre-entry climate con- ing functions will be activated as needed during ing functions will also be adjusted during pre- trol when the vehicle is unlocked pre-cooling: entry climate control if they have already been Requirements...
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Climate control 193 Fragrancing The high-voltage battery or the 48 V battery is react to high temperatures may be affected or not fully charged. Ionization they may even suffer burn-like injuries. Do not repeatedly switch on the seat Plug-in hybrid: With active pre-entry climate con- heating.
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194 Climate control heating mode or from ventilation mode to heating Selecting seats will switch on a maximum of 5 minutes before or cooling mode. the selected departure time. Select Driver, Passenger, Rear Left Rear Plug-in hybrid: Pre-entry climate control for Right.
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Climate control 195 Activating/deactivating immediate pre-entry cli- To protect against overheating, the seat heating The colors of the indicator lamp have the following mate control may be temporarily deactivated after it has been meanings: switched on repeatedly. Blue: ventilation or cooling mode is switched &...
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196 Climate control To guarantee the flow of fresh air through the air To open the center and side air vents: press Make sure that all vehicle occupants vents into the vehicle interior, note the following: button 1. always maintain a sufficient distance The three indicator lamps on the button will Always keep the vents and ventilation grilles in from the air vents.
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Climate control 197 To close the rear air vents in the center con- To open the side air vents in the rear At high outside temperatures, open the sole: press button again. passenger compartment: press button 1. air vent and switch on the A/C function. The three indicator lamps on the button will go If the button is flush with the side trim, the out one by one.
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198 Climate control To open or close: turn controller to the right or left.
Driving and parking 199 Notes on plug-in hybrids Driving Leave the danger zone immediately. Secure the danger area at a sufficient ▌Notes on plug-in hybrid operation Notes on Mercedes-AMG vehicles distance. Observe the notes on the following topics in the &...
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200 Driving and parking If the high-voltage battery for the electric drive Characteristics with high power output requests: For this reason the vehicle is equipped with a system is not sufficiently charged or the vehi- sound generator, which serves as an acoustic The electric motor supports the combustion cle conditions for a silent start are not met, vehicle alerting system (AVAS).
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Driving and parking 201 This helps other road users, particularly Requirements Never make any modifications to the pedestrians and cyclists, to hear your vehicle high-voltage on-board electrical system. Disconnect the high-voltage on-board electrical better. system manually only in the following situations: Do not switch on or use the vehicle if its When you drive at speeds above 13 mph high-voltage on-board electrical system...
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202 Driving and parking Operating the high-voltage disconnect device Press release tab in the direction of the In addition, the children could also set the arrow and pull it out. vehicle in motion by, for example: Pull high-voltage disconnect device in the releasing the parking brake.
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Driving and parking 203 To switch on the vehicle: press button Never leave the engine or, if present, the twice. auxiliary heating running in an enclosed Indicator and warning lamps will light up on space without sufficient ventilation. the driver's display. The vehicle will be switched off again if one of the &...
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204 Driving and parking Manual display message appears on the driv- Depress the brake pedal and start the vehicle er's display: start the vehicle with the key in using the start/stop button. the marked space (emergency operation You can switch on the power supply or the mode) ( page 204).
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Driving and parking 205 low. You can then start the vehicle with the smart- The anti-theft alarm system is not activated. Securing the vehicle against starting before carry- phone to charge the battery. The vehicle is auto- ing out maintenance or repair work: The panic alarm is not activated.
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206 Driving and parking Do not depress the accelerator pedal past the Notes on optimizing acceleration Make sure that there are no persons or pressure point (kickdown). obstacles in the vicinity of the vehicle. If all necessary requirements and activation con- Increase the engine speed gradually and ditions are fulfilled, the best possible acceleration accelerate the vehicle to full speed only after...
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Driving and parking 207 Select the C drive program ( page 220). Notes on driving & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor- ® rect footwear Deactivating ESP page 257). & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects Depress and hold the brake pedal firmly with Incorrect footwear includes, for example: in the driver's footwell your left foot.
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208 Driving and parking & DANGER Risk of death caused by exhaust & DANGER Risk of fatal injury due to poison- The possibility of a serious or even fatal acci- dent are greatly increased when you drink or gases ous exhaust gases take drugs and drive.
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Driving and parking 209 Do not drive with the engine in the over- * NOTE Damage to the catalytic converter * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to not revving range. due to non-combusted fuel observing the maximum permitted head- room clearance The engine is not running smoothly and is mis- * NOTE Wearing out the brake linings by...
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210 Driving and parking pied vehicle, the vehicle's driving and steering Remove salt build-up as follows: Water can also enter the air intake of the engine characteristics change. and cause engine damage. Brake occasionally, paying attention to the You should therefore bear the following in mind: traffic conditions Observe the following if you have to drive through water:...
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Driving and parking 211 speed. This results in greater maneuverability and The engine will be switched off automatically in The engine will restart automatically in the follow- improved driving stability, e.g. when cornering. the following situations if all vehicle conditions for ing cases: an automatic engine stop are met: Rear axle steering has the following characteris-...
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212 Driving and parking Neither the è symbol nor the ç symbol ECO display function appears when the vehicle is at a standstill: an intelligent stop inhibitor, e.g. a stop sign, has been detected. The s symbol appears: the ECO start/stop function is deactivated or there is a malfunc- tion.
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Driving and parking 213 The ECO display assesses the following criteria for adjust the driving style for the route ahead, save If a route event ahead or a vehicle driving in front an economical driving style: fuel and recuperate. If the system detects an is detected which requires an adjustment to your event ahead and the vehicle nears the event, ECO driving style to ensure greater efficiency, corre-...
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214 Driving and parking In addition to a vehicle in front ¥, ECO Assist The system may be impaired or may not function Regenerative brake system (plug-in hybrid) in the following situations: can detect the following route events depend- ▌Function of the recuperative brake system ing on the vehicle's equipment: If there is poor visibility, e.g.
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Driving and parking 215 converts the kinetic energy of the vehicle into ▌Manually setting recuperative deceleration hq No recuperation: the vehicle will roll electric energy freely * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles h Normal recuperation If you brake hard, the mechanical brake will also be used.
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216 Driving and parking Standard setting: pull and hold paddle shifter If the deceleration provided by ECO Assist is not or 2, or engage transmission position h sufficient, you must also brake with the service brake. This is especially the case if, for example, again.
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Driving and parking 217 The ECO Assist display is hidden again in the fol- System limits If road signs are hard to detect, e.g. due to lowing cases: If the calculated route is adhered to when route dirt, snow or insufficient lighting, or because guidance is active, ECO Assist will operate with they are obscured.
218 Driving and parking Function of the route-based operating-mode strat- The state of charge of the high-voltage battery DYNAMIC SELECT button egy (plug-in hybrid) is controlled accordingly. Function of the DYNAMIC SELECT button Electrical energy is reserved especially for The following function is country-dependent electric mode, e.g.
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Driving and parking 219 Emphasizes the vehicle's own oversteering The selection of the appropriate drive type by Depending on the equipment, the maximum and understeering characteristics for an even the hybrid system depends on the driving con- set speed for cruise control and Active Dis- more active driving style ditions and the distance tance Assist DISTRONIC can be limited to the...
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Driving and parking 221 The prompt only appears if the previously cal energy is distributed intelligently over the Function off: if the Î drive program was the active settings deviate from the standard set- entire route. In built-up areas, electric mode is last one active, and all requirements for the drive tings.
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Driving and parking 223 Use the DIRECT SELECT lever to switch the trans- ▌Engaging reverse gear R Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away N Activated mission position. The current transmission posi- Manually No Automatic Change to P message Depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT tion will be shown on the driver's display.
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224 Driving and parking Observe the notes on parking the vehicle When the vehicle is rolling, you switch if off in The driving speed page 244). transmission position h or k and bring it to a standstill. Depress the brake pedal until the vehicle Manual gearshifting comes to a standstill.
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Driving and parking 225 steering wheel paddle shifter. If permitted, the When transmission position h is engaged Gearshift recommendation automatic transmission will shift to a higher or again The gearshift recommendation assists you in lower gear depending on the steering wheel pad- Driving style adopting an economical driving style.
226 Driving and parking next gear when maximum engine speed has been Glide mode can also be activated if you have If you fail to adapt your driving style, 4MATIC can reached. selected the "Eco" setting for the drive in drive neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override program =.
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Driving and parking 227 and leave them switched off during refu- If you swallow fuel, seek medical atten- Only refuel with low-sulfur spark-ignition eling. tion immediately. Do not induce vomit- engine fuel. ing. This fuel may contain up to 10% ethanol. Your &...
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228 Driving and parking Consult a qualified specialist workshop. * NOTE Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine * NOTE Fuel may spray out when you If you have accidentally refueled with the remove the fuel pump nozzle wrong fuel: Only fill the fuel tank until the pump noz- Do not switch on the vehicle.
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Driving and parking 229 Press on the rear part of fuel filler flap 1. Depressurizing the fuel tank (plug-in hybrid with Fuel Tank Is Depressurized Ready for gasoline engine) Refueling message will appear on the driver's Turn the fuel filler cap counter-clockwise and display and the fuel filler flap will open auto- remove it.
230 Driving and parking Recommendations for handling the high-voltage Only refuel when the fuel filler flap has * NOTE Accelerated aging of the high-volt- battery: opened automatically. age battery due to not observing the fol- Charge the high-voltage battery with direct lowing recommendations current (mode 4) only if necessary.
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Driving and parking 231 Depending on the equipment, your vehicle will be Socket extension for DC charging It is recommended that you charge the high-volt- equipped with one of the following vehicle sock- age battery at a wallbox or charging station due to When you use a CCS (Combined Charging ets: the improved charging performance and better...
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Only the following charging cables may be used: Purchase these parts at an authorized Place the charging cable bag on the trunk Mercedes-Benz Center and obtain advice the charging cable supplied with the vehicle. floor. Otherwise, the charging cable bag with there.
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Driving and parking 233 light. Otherwise, the charging process may be Most charging stations must be activated before & DANGER Risk of fatal injuries due to dam- canceled. the charging process, e.g. using an RFID card. aged components Observe the on-site operator's instructions for the If you use a damaged component to connect charging station.
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Charging losses occur, cable. cable supplied with the vehicle or an for example, due to heat that builds up when the original Mercedes-Benz charging cable. Do not use an adapter. vehicle is charging or from auxiliary consumers Mercedes-Benz thoroughly tests these that are switched on.
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Driving and parking 235 Charging process indicator Check the maximum charging current using the charging capacity shown on Display Meaning the driver's display. Flashes green The high-voltage bat- tery is charging. The charging cable supplied is set to a country- specific maximum charging current value.
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236 Driving and parking Safety system indicator If temperature monitor indicates a malfunc- tion, it may help to protect the charging cable Display Meaning from direct sunlight. Flashes red Charging cable mal- To reset the charging cable operating unit: if function –...
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Driving and parking 237 display and flashes or lights up as with indicator Overview of the charging process status Starting the alternating current charging process lamp 2. (mode 2/3) Status of the Display Meaning charging Overview of the locking status &...
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238 Driving and parking The vehicle is switched off. The õ display Make sure that the socket cover is * NOTE Damage due to overheating of in the driver's display is off. closed properly before closing the socket charging cable and charge port flap.
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Driving and parking 239 When the vehicle is switched on (the õ The # indicator lamp and lower status display is lit in the driver's display), socket flap display flash orange and, as soon as the cannot be opened. high-voltage battery is charged, green. If socket flap cannot be opened despite When the charging sequence for the ambient...
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240 Driving and parking The vehicle is equipped with an electrical fuse Combo 1 vehicle socket: press charging inter- which protects it against overvoltage in the ruption button 3. mains supply. This electrical fuse may trip dur- The charging process will be ended. The % ing severe thunderstorms, for example, and indicator lamp will light up white.
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Driving and parking 241 Starting the direct current charging process Make sure that the socket cover is * NOTE Damage due to overheating of (mode 4) closed properly before closing the socket charging cable and charge port flap. This can otherwise result in damage &...
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242 Driving and parking The vehicle is not switched on. The õ dis- Socket flap can also be opened via the up for approximately 30 seconds as with the # indicator lamp page 174). play in the driver's display is off. multimedia system ( page 369).
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Driving and parking 243 If you cannot remove the charging cable con- nector, unlock the vehicle and repeat the pro- cedure. If the charging cable connector is still locked, contact a qualified specialist work- shop. Close the socket cover and the socket flap. After the charging cable connector has been disconnected, the left % indicator lamp on the vehicle socket will remain lit for some...
244 Driving and parking Function of the charge level display in the driver's Specified remaining range may vary due to Apply the parking brake. display different factors, e.g. driving style or topogra- Switch the transmission to position j. phy. When the vehicle is connected to the mains sup- &...
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Driving and parking 245 operate vehicle equipment and become * NOTE Damage due to the vehicle lowering trapped, for example. Vehicles with AIRMATIC or E-ACTIVE BODY In addition, the children could also set the CONTROL: The vehicle can lower because of vehicle in motion by, for example: temperature differences or longer non-opera- tional times.
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246 Driving and parking Engage transmission position j in a station- Before programming the garage door opener, park Never leave the engine or, if present, the ary vehicle with the brake pedal depressed the vehicle outside the garage. Make sure that the auxiliary heating running in an enclosed vehicle is switched on but not started.
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Driving and parking 247 Press and hold button 1, that you The remote control for the door drive is not included in the scope of delivery of the garage wish to program. door opener. Indicator lamp flashes yellow. ▌Synchronizing the rolling code It can take up to 20 seconds before the indi- cator lamp flashes yellow.
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248 Driving and parking ▌Troubleshooting when programming the remote successfully performed the measures descri- ▌Clearing the garage door opener memory bed above. If this is the case, contact the control Press and hold buttons and 3. Check if the transmitter frequency of remote ®...
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Driving and parking 249 In the following situations, the electric parking The electric parking brake is not automatically In addition, the children could also set the brake is also applied: applied if the vehicle is switched off by the vehicle in motion by, for example: The HOLD function is keeping the vehicle sta- ECO start/stop function.
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250 Driving and parking You have previously driven at speeds Push handle 1. Information on collision detection on a parked greater than 2 mph (3 km/h). vehicle The red F (USA) or ! (Canada) indica- tor lamp lights up in the driver's display. If a collision is detected on the locked vehicle When the electric parking brake is released, the The electric parking brake is only securely...
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Driving and parking 251 If the battery is severely discharged, the func- Setting collision detection on a parked vehicle Scan the generated QR code on the central tion for detecting a collision on a parked vehi- display with the Mercedes me app. Multimedia system: cle is automatically deactivated to facilitate The encrypted collision photos will then be...
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Driving and parking 253 Driving systems can neither reduce the risk of an Corner radars accident if you fail to adapt your driving style nor Ultrasonic sensors override the laws of physics. They cannot always Rear view camera take into account road, weather or traffic condi- tions.
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254 Driving and parking license plate brackets, advertisements, stickers, STEER CONTROL ( page 257) Active Lane Change Assist ( page 272) foils or foils to protect against stone chippings in HOLD function ( page 257) Active Stop-and-Go Assist ( page 268) the detection range of the sensors and cameras.
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Driving and parking 255 Functions of ABS Function of BAS ® Function of ESP The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) regulates the & WARNING Risk of an accident caused by a & WARNING Risk of skidding if ESP ® brake pressure in critical driving situations: malfunction in BAS (Brake Assist System) deactivated During braking, for instance, at maximum full-...
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256 Driving and parking If the vehicle deviates from the direction desired More drive torque is transferred to the wheel ® Deactivate ESP in the following situations to ® or wheels with traction. by the driver, ESP can stabilize the vehicle by improve traction: intervening in the following ways: When using snow chains.
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258 Driving and parking ▌Activating/deactivating the HOLD function The electric parking brake is released. In the following situations, the vehicle is held by transmission position j and/or by the electric Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactiva- & WARNING Risk of an accident due to the parking brake: ted.
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Driving and parking 259 The electric parking brake is released. time. The system is not a substitute for a well-res- You can select a rest area and start navigation to ted and attentive driver. On long journeys, take this rest area. This gives you enough time to move your foot regular breaks in good time that allow for ade- When you restart the vehicle, ATTENTION ASSIST...
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260 Driving and parking Fewer segments are displayed in the If the clock is set to the incorrect time. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC circle as the attention level decreases. If you change lanes and vary your speed fre- ▌Function of Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC quently in active driving situations.
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Driving and parking 261 Initiates acceleration to the stored speed if the when it drives off again within 30 seconds. If a Other features of Active Distance Assist turn signal indicator is switched on to change critical situation is detected in the surrounding DISTRONIC: to the overtaking lane area when the vehicle drives off, such as a person...
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262 Driving and parking the vehicle. The vehicle will not be accelerated A vehicle detected in front will be highlighted under the vehicle on the permanent status dis- any further. play. in green. It may also be in the lane to the left of your vehicle in situations where it is not permitted Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is ready to On highways or high-speed major roads, the...
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Driving and parking 263 If there are narrow vehicles in front, such as Always carefully observe the traffic con- & WARNING Risk of accident if detection bicycles or motorcycles. ditions and be ready to brake at all function of Active Distance Assist times.
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264 Driving and parking The transmission is in position h. Increasing or reducing the speed Increases/decreases the speed To increase the stored speed: swipe upwards All the doors are closed. Increases/decreases the specified distance from the bottom of control panel 1. Activates/deactivates Active Distance Check of the radar sensor system has been The stored speed is increased by 1 mph...
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Driving and parking 265 Adopting the limit speed shown in the driver's dis- Reducing or increasing the specified distance ® ® If you brake, deactivate ESP or if ESP inter- play from the vehicle in front venes, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is deactivated.
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266 Driving and parking If Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has been put front, vehicles detected ahead and speed restric- & WARNING Risk of accident due to Active into passive mode by pressing the accelerator tions ahead are taken into account. Speed Limit Assist adapting the vehicle's pedal, only speed limits which are higher than the Route-based speed adaptation can be activated in...
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Driving and parking 267 and traffic lights, as route-based speed adaptation In these situations the driver must intervene ▌Setting Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC driv- does not brake the vehicle to a standstill. accordingly. ing styles Speed adaptation is canceled in the following Requirements &...
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268 Driving and parking When one of the following systems is active, Observe the notes on driving systems and your Active Steering Assist the detected speed can be manually adopted responsibility; you may otherwise fail to recognize ▌Function of Active Steering Assist as the speed limit: dangers ( page 252).
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Driving and parking 269 Ø Red, flashing: prompt to the driver to The touch detection may be limited or may not actively confirm or transition from active to function if there is no direct contact between the passive status, system limit detected hand and the steering wheel, e.g.
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270 Driving and parking Insufficient road illumination. When actively changing lane without switching ▌Activating/deactivating Active Steering Assist on the turn signal indicator. The windshield is dirty, fogged up, damaged or Requirements covered in the vicinity of the camera, e.g. by a When the tire pressure is too low.
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If possible, an emergency call is placed to the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC appear in the driver's display, a continuous Mercedes-Benz emergency call center. page 260) warning tone will sound, the vehicle will no Active Steering Assist ( page 268)
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272 Driving and parking Active Brake Assist ( page 274) Since the last time the vehicle was started, Driver display on the Assistance menu the sensors have detected a vehicle at a suita- ble distance behind your vehicle. Active Lane Change Assist Active Lane Change Assist is selected in the ▌Function of Active Lane Change Assist multimedia system.
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Driving and parking 273 play will appear along with grey arrows on the Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC or Active Monitor the lane change. driver display. Steering Assist is deactivated. If no vehicle or obstacle is detected in the adja- The vehicle cannot make the lane change as &...
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274 Driving and parking Due to insufficient illumination of the road, or Also observe the system limits of Active Steering Active Steering Assist has been switched if the exterior lighting indicates a malfunction. Assist and the information on vehicle sensors and off, it will not be possible to operate Aktiver cameras in the vehicle Operator's Manual.
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Driving and parking 275 If you do not react to the warning, autonomous appear on the driver's display and then automati- braking can be initiated in critical situations. cally disappear after a short time. In particularly critical situations, Active Brake If the autonomous braking function or the situa- Assist can also initiate autonomous braking tion-dependent brake force boosting is triggered,...
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276 Driving and parking form of slight, repeated tensioning of the seat at speeds up to approximately 62 mph Be prepared to brake or swerve if neces- belt. (100 km/h) when approaching stationary sary. vehicles at speeds up to approximately 155 mph If Active Brake Assist is deactivated or the func- (250 km/h) when approaching vehicles ahead at speeds up to approximately 50 mph...
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Driving and parking 277 at speeds up to approximately 43 mph Warning for oncoming road users via acoustic Drive at an appropriate speed if there (70 km/h) when approaching stationary warning and distance warning lamp L are pedestrians close to the path of your pedestrians and cyclists vehicle.
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278 Driving and parking ted, the Æ Active Brake Assist warning lamp If the typical outline of a pedestrian or cyclist If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the æ cannot be distinguished from the background. symbol appears in the status bar of the driv- can also be shown on the driver's display.
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Driving and parking 279 The camera also detects and analyzes traffic signs Displays in the driver's display with a restriction indicated by an additional sign (e.g. when wet). Traffic Sign Assist portrays only selected signs in the driver's display. Actual traffic signs and speed limits have priority over traffic signs and speed limits shown in the driver's display.
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280 Driving and parking slippery road surfaces Traffic Sign Assist is not available in all countries. can be confirmed using the digital navigation If the vehicle is in a country where Traffic Sign map. No warning can be issued if several different in fog Assist is not supported, this is displayed continu- signs are detected.
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The vehicle has been connected with the user Benz. The data is immediately anonymized by account. Mercedes-Benz and forwarded to the provider The navigation services option is available, Example view on the driver's display of the traffic light information service. The...
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284 Driving and parking A set turn signal left or right and lane recommen- Please observe the notes on driving systems and Active Blind Spot Assist with exit warning dations during active route guidance are taken your responsibility. You could otherwise fail to rec- ▌Function of Active Blind Spot Assist with exit into account for the display.
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Driving and parking 285 If the turn signal indicator remains on, the display Always pay careful attention to the traffic in the outside mirror flashes for all other detected situation and maintain a safe distance at vehicles, but no further warning tone sounds. If the side of the vehicle.
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286 Driving and parking If a vehicle is detected in the monitoring range, The exit warning is only an aid and not a substi- Warnings may be interrupted when driving along- the red warning lamp lights up in the correspond- tute for the attention of vehicle occupants.
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288 Driving and parking The system can intervene in the following situa- markings or only continuous lane markings tions: page 290). Active Lane Keeping Assist detects a lane Status displays for Active Lane Keeping Assist marking. ï White: Active Lane Keeping Assist is deac- One of your front wheels goes over a lane tivated.
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Driving and parking 289 marking is shown in red only on the side System limits If there is dirt on the bumper in the area of the for which there is a warning. radar sensors, or if they are damaged or cov- In the following situations, a lane-correcting steer- ered.
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Driving and parking 291 increased vehicle level for greater ground When driving at speeds below 75 mph Make sure no one is underneath the clearance, selected via the multimedia system (120 km/h), the vehicle is raised again to low vehicle or in the immediate vicinity of the level -1.
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292 Driving and parking The vehicle is lowered again in the following situa- E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Make sure that there are no obstacles tions: such as curbs underneath or in the ▌Function of E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL immediate vicinity of the body when the When driving faster than 50 mph (80 km/h).
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Driving and parking 293 The damping is adjusted individually to each Drive program C and B When driving at speeds below 50 mph wheel and depends on the following factors: (80 km/h), the vehicle is raised again to the The suspension setting is firmer. normal level.
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294 Driving and parking System limits ▌Setting the vehicle level & WARNING Risk of becoming trapped due ROAD SURFACE SCAN can be impaired in the fol- to the vehicle lowering & WARNING Risk of accident because vehi- lowing situations or can stop functioning: Vehicles with AIRMATIC or level control: when cle level is too high If the road is insufficiently lit, e.g.
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Driving and parking 295 Requirements After selecting a different drive program using persons, animals, objects, etc. in the maneuvering The vehicle has been started. the DYNAMIC SELECT switch. area while maneuvering and parking. The vehicle is not moving faster than 37 mph In this case, the vehicle is adjusted to the The area behind the vehicle is displayed as a (60 km/h).
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296 Driving and parking The rear view camera will not function or will func- Activating/deactivating Parking Assist tion only partially in the following situations: PARKTRONIC ( page 304) You are driving forwards at a speed greater Warning display of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ( page 301) than approximately 10 mph (16 km/h).
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Driving and parking 297 Do not use the rear view camera in these Two side cameras in the outside mirrors Menu overview Camera Views types of situations. You could otherwise injure The cameras are only an aid and may show a dis- others or collide with objects when parking torted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or the vehicle.
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298 Driving and parking Top view with image from the front or rear view Activating/deactivating Parking Assist Driven surface depending on the current camera PARKTRONIC ( page 304) steering angle (dynamic) To set the GPS activation point ( page 301) Guide line at a distance of approximately 1.0 ft (0.3 m) from the rear area To switch between standard and wide-angle...
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Driving and parking 299 3D view, left/right-hand side of the vehicle In the 3D view, left-/right-hand side of the vehi- rear above the roof. The view changes automati- cle, the virtual camera moves to the respective cally when approaching obstacles. * NOTE Risk of accident due to objects side of the vehicle.
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300 Driving and parking System limits Do not use the 360° Camera under such cir- ▌Calling up the 360° camera views using the If the system is not ready for operation, the Sys- cumstances. You could otherwise injure oth- button ers or collide with objects when parking the tem Inoperative message appears in the central...
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Driving and parking 301 ▌Selecting a view for the 360° camera (reverse Deleting an activation position The passive side impact protection also warns you of obstacles to the side. These must be detected gear) Select u for the desired activation posi- beforehand by the sensors in the front or rear Engage reverse gear.
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302 Driving and parking Displays in the central display As soon as Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is ready for display, the respective areas of the display are shown in blue. Front and rear ready for display All sides ready for display All sides ready for display and obstacle detected The color of the display changes depending on the...
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Driving and parking 303 Vehicles with Active Parking Assist: when driv- Obstacles above the detection range, e.g. ing no faster than 11 mph (18 km/h). overhanging loads, overhangs or loading ramps of trucks. Pedestrians or animals approaching the vehi- cle from the side. Objects placed next to the vehicle Obstacles on the sides are not shown in the fol- lowing situations, for example:...
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304 Driving and parking Problems with Parking Assist PARKTRONIC ▌Activating/deactivating Parking Assist Parking Assist PARKTRONIC is automatically If the Parking Assist PARKTRONIC display lights activated when the vehicle is started. PARKTRONIC up red for approximately three seconds then goes Alternatively, Parking Assist PARKTRONIC can be out, and the é...
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Driving and parking 305 Audio Fadeout select and Audio Fadeout Vehicles with rear-view camera The arrows show on which side of the road availa- When in R switch on or off. ble parking spaces are located. These will then be Parking in parking spaces parallel to the road shown on the central display.
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306 Driving and parking Also observe the system limits of the following If the parking space is on a steep downhill or & WARNING Risk of accident due to objects systems: uphill gradient. located above or below the detection Rear-view camera ( page 295) When snow chains are installed.
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Driving and parking 307 ▌Parking with Active Parking Assist Select Parking Assistance menu 2. When the vehicle is stationary, indicated vehicle path into currently selected parking space Press button Parking spaces detected by the system are also appears. shown on the central display. If a parking space is displayed: stop the vehi- cle.
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308 Driving and parking Vehicles with 360° camera: to change the Immediate parking via the Camera Views menu Where necessary, stop the vehicle or parking direction, tap the selected parking cancel the parking procedure with Active space again. Parking Assist. To start the parking procedure: press button again.
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Driving and parking 309 The vehicle has been parked with Active Park- To start exiting the parking space: press but- ▌Pausing Active Parking Assist ing Assist. again. You can interrupt the parking or exiting procedure of Active Parking Assist by performing one of the If necessary, change the transmission posi- Start the vehicle.
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310 Driving and parking ▌Automatic braking function of Active Parking Please note that you can use Remote Parking System limits Assist only if you have a valid driving license Assist If the system detects a malfunction or a system and are in a fit state to drive. Persons or objects detected in the vehicle's path limit during the maneuvering or parking proce- could cause the vehicle to brake sharply and inter-...
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A list of compatible phones can be found at: If necessary, cancel the parking proce- https://www.mercedes-benz-mobile.com/ dure. The following operating systems are supported: No persons or pets are permitted to remain in the Android™...
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312 Driving and parking Alternatively, you can begin parking with Active Parking Assist ( page 307) and con- tinue with the Remote Parking Assist from any vehicle position. To do this, stop the parking process and adjust the gearbox setting j. Switch off the vehicle and exit it with the key.
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Driving and parking 313 If you have started the parking procedure as ▌Authorizing/de-authorizing a mobile phone for This could cause you to collide with objects or described above, the vehicle is ready to connect Remote Parking Assist other road users. to your mobile phone for a limited time.
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314 Driving and parking In the window that opens, select the device to If the driver depresses the accelerator pedal Parking menu is not opened on the central be de-authorized. with too much force. display, the symbol and pop-up of Parking Assist PARKTRONIC will both appear.
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Driving and parking 315 System limits If a critical situation is detected, the following The cross traffic warning is only an aid and not a The system limits of Active Parking Assist apply symbol appears in red in the selected view in the substitute for your attention to the surroundings.
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316 Driving and parking If the radar sensors are obstructed by vehicles or If the maneuvering brake function is triggered, the Always pay careful attention to the traffic other objects, detection is not possible. following symbol appears in red in the selected situation;...
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Driving and parking 317 Select Maneuvering Assistance. Responsibility for safe maneuvering and parking Drawbars of parked trailers, among other objects, remains with you. Make sure that no persons, ani- that protrude into the parking space may not be Activate or deactivate the desired maneuver- mals, objects, etc.
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318 Driving and parking surrounding area, no new route can be recor- Park the vehicle in the desired parking space. ded. Do not exceed 5 mph (8 km/h). To stop recording: Stop the vehicle and tap on again. The recording is stored. In the Memory Parking Assist settings you can delete and rename stored parking proce- dures.
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Driving and parking 319 Follow the instructions on the central display. Starting the exiting procedure The vehicle drives into the selected parking Press 6. space. Confirm the saved exiting procedure. The turn signal indicator is not switched on Follow the instructions on the central display. automatically.
320 Driving and parking Deleting a recording The vehicle-trailer combination may swerve from side to side. Select Manage Lanes. Observe the following information: Select u next to the desired recording. Permitted towing methods ( page 432) Select Delete Entry. Plug-in hybrid: permitted towing methods Deleting all recordings page 433) Select...
Driver's display 321 The driver's display shows basic information such Notes on the driver's display Notes on the 3D driver's display as speed, engine speed, fuel level, coolant tem- The 3D driver's display enables a three-dimen- perature as well as indicator and warning lamps. &...
322 Driver's display Scrolling on the menu bar one finger. Confirm your selection by pressing the when driving, you could be distracted from the Touch Control. traffic situation. This could also cause you to lose control of the vehicle. To operate Touch Control in the most effective way, use the tip of your thumb if pos- Only operate this equipment when the...
Driver's display 323 On most of the menus, you can use Options Only operate this equipment when the configure further settings for the menu-specific traffic situation permits. display content. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the You can find further information about the possi- vehicle whilst paying attention to road ble settings and selections on the menus in the and traffic conditions and operate the...
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324 Driver's display Sport Head-up display content with navigation (6x2°) Head-up display with navigation and augmented reality (10x5°) Standard Augmented reality ECO display (depending on model and equip- ment) ( page 212) Settings Head-up display on/off Depending on the equipment, the functions may differ from the description and images in this Operator's Manual.
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Driver's display 325 When you receive a call, the 6 Call Waiting The head-up display with augmented reality proj- message will appear on the head-up display and ects content into the driver's field of vision, such the driver's display. Information from and visualization of the navi- System limits gation system Visibility is particularly influenced by the following...
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326 Driver's display System limits Operating the head-up display To confirm: press the a button. The marker for the detected vehicle in front may Switching back to the driver's display Selecting display content of the head-up display be inaccurate or may not be applied to the cor- via the menu bar of the driver's display Press the G or ò...
328 Driver's display trical power assistance of the drive is dis- Vehicles with a 48 V on-board electrical system Function of the power meter played. The area – shows the recuperation and charging behavior using the combustion engine. Due to various system limits, the displayed value may temporarily differ slightly from the actual value.
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Driver's display 329 ç Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus page 260) page 171) Ò Specified distance for Active Distance ¬ Active Stop-and-Go Assist ( page 268) Assist DISTRONIC ( page 260) Ò Slippery road surface warning æ Active Brake Assist switched off Vehicles with Traffic Sign Assist: detected instruc- page 278) tions and traffic signs (...
330 MBUX Voice Assistant Press the £ button on the multifunction Notes on operating safety Operation steering wheel. For your own safety, always observe the following Function of the MBUX voice assistant A wave appears in the MBUX multimedia sys- points when operating mobile communications Using the MBUX voice assistant, vehicle functions tem.
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MBUX Voice Assistant 331 During the dialog, say From the beginning Digital Operator's Manual: say Show me the Information on the language setting again. Operator's Manual. You can change the language of the MBUX voice The MBUX voice assistant jumps to the high- The full extent of the Digital Operator's Manual assistant via the system language settings est dialog level.
332 MBUX Voice Assistant Switching direct commands on or off Select the desired situation, e.g. Profile Acti- Using the MBUX voice assistant effectively vation Telephone Forgotten. Select Z. Notes on optimum use of MBUX voice assistant When the function is active, the voice assis- Activate or deactivate the function.
Examples of voice commands: Time, date and time zones tional results available. Navigation ( page 334) Pocket and currency calculator Therefore, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Telephone ( page 334) Football results and fixture lists activate online voice control ( page 331).
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334 MBUX Voice Assistant Examples of navigation voice commands You will receive additional suggestions if you say Previous station. Help for phone. Show me the list of radio stations You can operate the navigation system using the Call Peter Miller on the mobile phone. MBUX voice assistant.
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MBUX Voice Assistant 335 Examples of message voice commands "Activate pre-entry climate control." Turn off the rear passenger compartment light. "Where is the nearest charging station?" Messages can be created, edited and listened to Open all the windows. using the MBUX voice assistant. The following list "How far can I still drive?"...
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Direct command examples What does my horoscope say? "Set the departure time to tomorrow morn- ing at 8 am." What is the price of the Mercedes-Benz With direct commands, some functions can be Group shares? operated without first saying the voice command Hey Mercedes.
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MBUX Voice Assistant 337 function must be activated in the multimedia sys- Navigate home tem ( page 331). Repeat driving instruction Next TV channel Cancel route guidance Previous TV channel Change language to English Next radio station Previous radio station Next station Previous station Next track...
Touch Control and control panel for the MBUX Only operate this equipment when the multimedia system traffic situation permits. MBUX stands for Mercedes-Benz User Experi- If you cannot be sure of this, stop the ence. vehicle whilst paying attention to road •...
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Latest calls The zero layer provides the following modules and anti-theft protection can be obtained at an author- Active massage programs applications: ized Mercedes-Benz Center. Vehicle functions Navigation module Online voice applications In the expanded view you can, for example,...
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340 MBUX multimedia system A long press on a suggestion opens a context ▌Overview zero layer Status line menu in which further functions are available. Calls up user profile settings Digital map and user-specific applications (exam- The learning function can be switched on and off Content sharing menu ple) for the options .
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MBUX multimedia system 341 Requirement: suggestions are activated Information about the telephone Information about active applications page 357). To use the functions, the mobile phones must be The following functions are available: connected to the MBUX multimedia system. Active applications Operating the massage program Requirement for suggestions: the Calls &...
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MBUX multimedia system 343 Navigation module (expanded view) Operating a menu in the lower display area (exam- Opening and closing the context menu for a sug- ple: active massage program) gestion Press and hold on a suggestion. The context menu opens and shows the Longer Suggest option, for example.
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346 MBUX multimedia system Using the touchscreen =9Ì: swipe in the direction of Adjusts the volume the arrow (navigate) Press ± or q or swipe over the button a Press (confirm) To select a menu item or entry: tap on a sym- G Returns to the previous display bol or an entry.
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MBUX multimedia system 347 To move the digital map: touch the operated from all seats. Further information and Only operate this equipment when the touchscreen and move your finger in any examples of voice commands can be found in the traffic situation permits.
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348 MBUX multimedia system To change the system language to English Always have maintenance work and (short command): "Change language to Eng- Press the £ button on the multifunction repairs carried out by a qualified special- lish". ist workshop. steering wheel. To operate the radio: "Show me the list of A blue line appears in the MBUX multimedia This product complies with the requirements of...
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MBUX multimedia system 349 You can switch the Interior Assistant front and cle occupants either in context or at their explicit rear camera on and off using Front Rear request. The Assistant can thus automatically trig- ger vehicle interior functions and assist appropri- The selected camera settings (on/off) are not saved in the user profile and only apply to the ately to the situation.
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Currently Unavailable See Operator's Manual message appears. Consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. System limits, display messages and notes for rectification Clean the outside of the camera cover with a Vehicles with rear bench seat: as soon as the The error messages are shown on the central dis- dry or damp cotton cloth.
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MBUX multimedia system 351 To use the Interior Assistant in the rear As soon as a vehicle occupant moves their hand The rear camera activates the reading light for passenger compartment, keep the center rear towards the door handle, depending on the vehi- the left and right rear seat passengers.
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352 MBUX multimedia system Switching the reading light on and off Switching the search light on and off Carrying out operation of the reading light for rear occupants Carrying out operation of the reading light for the Interaction area for activating the search light Move your hand up and down vertically under driver and front passenger To switch on: reach with your hand into the...
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MBUX multimedia system 353 Automatic preselection of the outside mirrors Calling up favorites with the V pose (INFOTAIN- (COMFORT/reactive) MENT/contactless) Requirements Requirements The front camera is switched on. The front camera is switched on. At least one favorite has been saved in the Until now, to set the outside mirrors the desired favorites list.
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354 MBUX multimedia system Briefly hold the V pose. The camera converts the image data directly Driver Camera Inoperative See Opera- The favorite is called up. into meta data. No image data is saved in the tor's Manual message appears. process.
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MBUX multimedia system 355 When one or both hands are on top of the The facial recognition If there is a risk of someone becoming trap- steering wheel (twelve o'clock position). This function serves as sensor input for ped, immediately stop the adjustment process authentication and unlocking of the user pro- Notes on care file and protected applications (...
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356 MBUX multimedia system If one of the requirements listed is missing or You can individualize a user profile in the vehicle If the user profile is activated when driving, if no user profile has been selected, the data using the set-up assistant or using the settings in the driver's seat position will not be adjusted.
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MBUX multimedia system 357 Configuring users, suggestions and favorites If more than one user profile is available, you radio stations, contacts and messages are will be directed to the user selection. protected. Requirements When the vehicle is stationary, the set-up ENERGIZING COACH To use the set-up assistant: the vehicle is sta- assistant starts automatically after user selec-...
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358 MBUX multimedia system If necessary, authenticate yourself on the mul- Authenticating using voice recognition are pre-activated. The key you are currently timedia system. using for unlocking is used. Speak the sentence shown on the central dis- play and follow the voice assistant's instruc- The key is only stored for the driver and for Authenticating using face recognition tions.
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360 MBUX multimedia system Suggestions You can start map updates from an external It may be necessary to restart the MBUX mul- medium. timedia system after completion of a software Software update update. System reset Online software updates cannot be performed While some software updates are being down- via external Wi-Fi hotspots that are encrypted loaded, the multimedia system cannot be...
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MBUX multimedia system 361 and driver's display. You may receive the following functions of systems relevant to safety or the The communication device to be connected display message when an installation is running: speed display, for example. The operating safety supports at least one of the types of connec- of the vehicle may be impaired.
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362 MBUX multimedia system Select Wi-Fi. age option is not available or can be upgra- When the NFC icon is displayed in the MBUX The controller is to the right: Wi-Fi is switched ded, you can purchase data volume directly Hotspot menu, hold the device to be connec- from the mobile phone network provider for a...
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MBUX multimedia system 363 When a new security key is generated, all cannot be carried out via the external Wi-Fi Resetting the multimedia system (reset function) existing Wi-Fi connections are then discon- hotspot. nected. If the Wi-Fi connections are being re- &...
364 MBUX multimedia system Vehicles with rear telephony: handset connec- Setting Track Race AMG TRACK PACE tion Multimedia system: Function of AMG TRACK PACE The data used and saved in the multimedia TRACK PACE Track Race This function is an on-demand feature and system by the driver assistance systems is can be activated via Mercedes me after you Recording a new track...
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MBUX multimedia system 365 Searching by track name Select ð Stop timekeeping to end time- Drag the desired display from the grid on the left or right edge of the central display. keeping. Select ª Search The readings are shown during the Track Confirm the prompt with OK.
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366 MBUX multimedia system Select % to return to the overview. Editing tracks and recordings Deleting parameters Select Diagram. Adding new parameters Select õ Tracks Select the desired track. Set the desired parameters. The following values can be set for the param- Select options u for the desired track.
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MBUX multimedia system 367 Set a target speed. Measuring braking Measurement stops as soon as the specified Drag Race options Delete a measurement. target speed has been reached. Select Braking. Start off and begin the measurement. Calling up the telemetry display Set a starting speed or select Automatic.
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368 MBUX multimedia system Configuring AMG TRACK PACE Select Next and confirm the authorization Setting acoustic feedback prompt. Select Acoustic Feedback. Requirements A four-digit code is shown on the central dis- A scale with values from 0 to 10 is shown. To connect a mobile device to the TRACK PACE play.
MBUX multimedia system 369 Activate or deactivate the function. Releasing the charging cable (mode 3 or 4) tions up to 60 kW in order to charge the vehicle's When the function is active, the charging cable high-voltage battery more quickly. After the charg- Adjusting the dashcam will be unlocked when the maximum state of ing process is complete, the charging capacity in...
370 MBUX multimedia system Select ´ and adapt an existing departure Setting the maximum state of charge battery will be displayed in addition to the energy flow. time. Select Maximum State of Charge. Setting repeat days Set the desired percentage. Add New Timeand set the time.
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MBUX multimedia system 371 Navigation overview Tapping opens the navigation module in the & WARNING Risk of accident and injury due expanded view with the Route to imprecise positioning of additional Digital map information Destination entry Searches for a parking space The additional information from the augmen- Map orientation Ä...
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372 MBUX multimedia system 3D and direction of travel Navigation module (expanded view) Overview of the toll system Map with complete route The toll system is optional equipment and is not available in all vehicles. If the map is moved, the map switches Debiting of toll charges at freeway toll gates is between 3D direction of travel and 2D north facilitated with an electronic payment system.
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The vehicle is connected with the user of vehicle occupants must be selected man- Mercedes-Benz recommends operation using account and you have accepted the terms ually. This ensures correct toll accounting. the MBUX multimedia system. Alternatively, of use.
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MBUX multimedia system 375 Calculating a route and using settings for route To share a destination: select Ç Share. Selects a point of interest in the vicinity of the guidance This option allows you to scan the displayed destination QR code. Address of the intermediate destination To save a destination as a favorite: select After selection of a destination the route is be cal-...
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376 MBUX multimedia system announcements for the route are taken into Activating a commuter route Activate or deactivate the avoid option. account via Reroute Based on Traffic A user profile has been created and Allow Activating route guidance with augmented reality Trailer mode and online routes are not availa- Destination Suggestions has been activated...
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If the option is deactivated, the symbols are Parking service Mercedes-Benz does not guarantee the accu- only shown when there is a hazard warning. racy of the information provided in relation to * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to not The following hazards may be shown on the the car park or parking area.
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MBUX multimedia system 379 Tap on j the map. for observation of the actual circumstan- on the country in which the dashcam is oper- ces. ated. Available payment options (Mercedes pay, This function is not permitted in all countries. In the route overview, select j Parking coins, bank notes, cards) Spaces.
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USB flash drives do not allow files larger To select a recording mode: select Loop Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use than 4 GB, for example. Recording Individual Recording. USB devices with one partition.
Have the camera checked in an authorized traffic situation permits. You must observe the legal requirements for the Mercedes-Benz Center. If you cannot be sure of this, stop the country in which you are currently driving when If the country border indication has been...
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382 MBUX multimedia system The menu view and the available functions in the For information on the range of functions of the and hit vehicle occupants. In addition, cup telephone menu are in part dependent on the mobile radio unit to be connected, see the manu- holders, open stowage spaces and mobile facturer's operating instructions.
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MBUX multimedia system 383 Further information can be obtained from an ▌Telephone menu overview Options authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at: https:// Messages www.mercedes-benz.com/connect. Calls up devices Numerical pad Starts contact search ▌Telephony operating modes overview Depending on your equipment, the following tel-...
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Requirements Requirements A call to the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center has Access to a GSM network is available. The vehicle has detected an accident or break- been initiated via the me button in the overhead The contract partner's GSM network coverage down situation.
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If you are already in contact text of accident management: on the vehicle. with the Mercedes-Benz Customer Center or have already received support, this prompt The vehicle is equipped with an anti-theft After quitting the emergency guide display on the can be ignored or declined.
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Set language for the multimedia system After your agreement, the vehicle data is tors: Telephone number of the communication plat- transferred and the Mercedes-Benz Customer Reason for the initiation of the call form installed in the vehicle Center takes your preferred appointment date.
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The incident-specific data is processed and stored Mercedes-Benz Emergency Call System (auto- Further information about Mercedes me connect in the Mercedes-Benz customer center and, if matic emergency call and SOS button) services can be obtained in the Mercedes me Por- required to process the incident, forwarded to the tal: https://me.secure.mercedes-benz.com...
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Overview of the Mercedes me & Apps menu number first or use the Mercedes-Benz emer- Addition to the Mercedes me connect service gency call system ( page 391).
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390 MBUX multimedia system Make sure you always keep the Mercedes me Web browser overview Under Ä you have the following options: Apps updated. Tabs You can call up the menu using Apps in the multi- Bookmarks & History media system. Reading Mode In the Apps...
( page 363). call system Mercedes-Benz recommends disconnecting The following driving status data is transmitted: the connection via the device manager or the Your vehicle is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz Transmission position engaged emergency call system (“eCall”). This feature can...
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Overview of the Mercedes-Benz emergency call If there is a malfunction of the emergency call system eCall is a standard feature in your Mercedes-Benz system, the loudspeakers, microphone, air vehicle. In order to function as intended, the sys- bag or the SOS button, for example, are...
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To use voice control: use the voice commands services either, a corresponding message appears of the MBUX Voice Assistant. The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system trig- in the media display. The emergency call has been made: gers an emergency call automatically in the fol-...
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Depress button for several seconds. Customer Assistance Center at 800-FOR-MERC. For Canada, please contact MBC's Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-387-0100. Data transfer of the Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Customer requests for covered information should be submitted via the same channels.
MBUX multimedia system 395 Radio & media Overview of the symbols and functions in the media menu Symbol Designation Function Play Select to start or continue playback. Rest Select to pause the playback. Repeat a track Select to repeat the current track or the active playlist. Select once: the active playlist is repeated.
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398 MBUX multimedia system Symbol Designation Function Settings The following additional settings are available in the TuneIn Radio menu: Selecting stream Logging on to or out of the TuneIn account ß Favorites Select during playback to save the station cur- rently set as a favorite.
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Mercedes me portal. The functions and services are country- dependent. For more information, consult an The data volume is available. authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Calling up TuneIn Radio Depending on the country, data volume may need to be purchased. Requirements...
MBUX multimedia system 401 appears asking whether you wish to change to Automatic adjustment the station. Deleting messages in a category Select a category, mark the desired messages and delete E. Do not mark any messages and delete all entries E. Sound settings Overview of functions in the sound menu The setting options and functions available...
Operation in particularly dusty conditions Always have the prescribed maintenance ing of your vehicle from a qualified specialist and/or if air-recirculation mode is frequently work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- used workshop. ter.
Maintenance Management and the mainte- nance reminder in the multimedia system are not available in every country. Contact an Telediagnosis Maintenance Management authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to find out Notes about Telediagnosis Notes about Maintenance Management whether this function is available in your coun- try.
Details on data transfer can be found in the data Mercedes-Benz customer center. From this mes- protection information for the Mercedes me con- Do not perform any maintenance work sage, a call can be made directly to the customer nect services.
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Maintenance and care 405 & WARNING Risk of accident and injury In the event of a fire in the engine com- & WARNING Risk of injury from touching live partment, keep the hood closed and call when opening and closing the hood components the fire service.
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406 Maintenance and care Opening the hood Closing the hood Allow the engine to cool down and only touch component parts described in the * NOTE Damage to the hood following. If the hood is closed manually, there is a risk of dents.
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Maintenance and care 407 Determining the engine oil level can take up to Engine Oil Level Reduce and the bar display ▌Refilling engine oil 30 minutes with a normal driving style and even for indicating the engine oil level on the driv- longer with an active driving style.
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408 Maintenance and care is new or if you frequently drive at high engine Replace cap and turn it clockwise until it * NOTE Engine damage caused by an incor- speeds. engages. rect oil filter, incorrect oil or additives Depending on the engine, the cap may be Check the oil level again ( page 406).
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Maintenance and care 409 Open the cap slowly to release pressure. & WARNING Risk of burns from hot compo- nent parts in the engine compartment Have the coolant checked or refilled only at a Certain component parts in the engine com- qualified specialist workshop.
410 Maintenance and care Keeping the air/water duct free Ensure there is sufficient ground clear- * NOTE Damage from automatic braking ance between the underbody and the Keep the area between the hood and the If one of the following functions is activated, guide rails of the car wash.
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Maintenance and care 411 The key is at a minimum distance of 20 ft When car wash mode is activated, the Automatic The following settings will be reset when car wash (6 m) away from the vehicle. Otherwise, the Car Wash Mode Active message will appear on mode is deactivated: trunk lid or a door could open unintentionally.
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412 Maintenance and care Select Activate. Do not direct the nozzle of the power washer Do not use a power washer with round- directly at sensitive parts, e.g. tires, gaps, spray nozzles. If one of the settings cannot be selected, this is electrical components, batteries, illuminates Have damaged tires or chassis parts shown by an % next to the respective setting.
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Wax: use silicone remover. ded and approved for Mercedes-Benz. Make sure the radar sensors function Do not attach stickers, films or similar materi- Insect remains: soak with insect remover and page 253).
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Sunlight ried out at a qualified specialist workshop cleaning before parking it. The brake discs and Temperature (e.g. hot air blower) (e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center). pads will warm up and dry out. Weather conditions Windows Stone chippings and dirt...
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Notes on care of the interior thoroughly with cleaning agents recommen- that are suitable for plastic lenses. ded for Mercedes-Benz. Failure to observe the & WARNING Risk of injury from plastic parts Vehicle socket (high-voltage battery) application instructions may result in damage,...
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Leather care: use a leather care agent that Clean the surface carefully with a microfiber mended for Mercedes-Benz. has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. cloth and a suitable display care product (TFT- Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents, pol- Do not allow the leather to become too damp.
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Vacuum up dirt such as crumbs or dust and Leather care: use a leather care agent that then use a damp cloth to clean. has been recommended for Mercedes-Benz. Do not use a microfiber cloth. Do not use a microfiber cloth.
418 Breakdown assistance Replace the safety vest in the following cases: Emergency the reflective strips are damaged or dirt on the Removing the safety vest reflective strips can no longer be removed The safety vests are located in stowage spaces in the maximum number of washes is exceeded the front door.
Breakdown assistance 419 Push both sides of warning triangle holder First-aid kit (soft sided) Tires without run-flat characteristics: in the direction of the arrow and open it. Do not drive with a flat tire. Remove warning triangle 2. Change the flat tire immediately with an emergency spare wheel or spare wheel.
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420 Breakdown assistance Vehicles with Mercedes me connect: you can tion with an activated tire pressure monitoring Banging noise make a call for breakdown assistance via the system. Vehicle vibration overhead control panel in the case of a break- If a pressure loss warning message appears in the Smoke which smells like rubber down ( page 384).
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Breakdown assistance 421 TIREFIT kit storage location & WARNING Risk of accident when using If you come into contact with the tire sealant, observe the following: tire sealant Depending on the vehicle equipment, the storage bag for the TIREFIT kit is located in the trunk or in Rinse off the tire sealant from your skin The tire sealant may be unable to seal the tire the storage net on the left.
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422 Breakdown assistance Comply with the manufacturer's safety notes on the sticker on the tire inflation compressor. Have the tire sealant bottle replaced at a qualified specialist workshop every five years. Do not remove any foreign objects that have entered the tire. Remove the valve cap from valve on the faulty tire.
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Breakdown assistance 423 Do not switch off the tire inflation compressor Pump up the tire again. & WARNING Risk of accident from driving during this phase! After a maximum of ten minutes, the tire pres- with sealed tires sure must be at least 200 kPa (2.0 bar/ Let the tire inflation compressor run for a max- A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant 29 psi).
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Have the tire sealant bottle disposed of In cases such as the one mentioned above, con- professionally, e.g. at an authorized tact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Alter- Mercedes-Benz Center. natively, call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
Do not inhale battery gases. that you use only batteries that have been carried out incorrectly on the battery approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Keep children away from the battery. Work carried out incorrectly on the battery Immediately rinse battery acid off thor- All vehicles except vehicles with a lithium-ion bat- can, for example, lead to a short circuit.
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Alternatively: connect the battery to a battery Avoid creating sparks. Do not drive on. charger approved by Mercedes-Benz or con- Electrolyte or battery acid is corrosive. sult a qualified specialist workshop to discon- Always have work on the battery carried Avoid contact with the skin, eyes or cloth- nect the battery.
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Breakdown assistance 427 The surface of the 48 V battery may be Wear safety glasses. ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Environmental hot. damage due to improper disposal of bat- teries Fire, naked flames and smoking are pro- Observe this Operator's Manual. hibited when handling the battery. Avoid creating sparks.
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428 Breakdown assistance Keep children away. All other vehicles Leave the danger zone immediately. When charging the battery and during starting Secure the danger area at a sufficient assistance, always use the jump-start connection distance. Observe this Operator's Manual. point in the engine compartment. Call the fire service.
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Breakdown assistance 429 Plug-in hybrid When connecting and disconnecting the & WARNING Risk of explosion from a frozen If your vehicle has been started with starting battery, always observe the sequence of battery assistance, it may not be possible to use the elec- battery terminals described.
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Switch off the vehicle and all electrical con- charging the battery: sumers. Use only battery chargers tested and Open the hood. approved for Mercedes-Benz. Open cover 1. Read the battery charger's operating instruc- tions before charging the battery. Slide protective cover...
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Breakdown assistance 431 Starting assistance using the jumper cable. Start with the donor Further information can be obtained at a qualified vehicle first. specialist workshop. Start the engine of your own vehicle. Charging the 12 V battery Let the engines run for several minutes. Connect the POSITIVE contacts of the vehicle Before disconnecting the jumper cables, and the charger with the charging cable.
425). Install any existing or supplied cell caps. During towing. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the Otherwise, gases or battery acid could In a car wash. 12 V battery replaced at a qualified specialist escape. workshop, e.g. at an authorized Mercedes-Benz...
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á Towing Not Permitted See Rear axle Yes, if the steering wheel is Mercedes-Benz recommends transporting your Operator's Manual display message or the display raised fixed in the center position vehicle in the case of a breakdown, rather than not working.
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434 Breakdown assistance Vehicles with rear wheel drive 4MATIC vehicles The transmission cannot be shifted to position i or j Permitted towing methods Permitted towing methods If the transmission cannot be shifted to posi- Both axles on the Yes, for a maximum of Both axles on the Yes, for a maximum of tion i or the driver's display in the instru-...
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Breakdown assistance 435 Install the towing eye ( page 438). & WARNING Risk of accident when towing a The brake system or power steering sys- Fasten the towing device. tem is malfunctioning. vehicle which is too heavy The energy supply or the on-board electri- If the vehicle to be tow-started or towed away * NOTE Damage due to incorrect connec- cal system is malfunctioning.
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436 Breakdown assistance Loading the vehicle for transport Connect the towing device to the towing eye in order to load the vehicle. Requirements Switch on the power supply ( page 202). The vehicle is stationary. Shift the transmission to position i. The vehicle is switched off.
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Breakdown assistance 437 Transporting the vehicle Ensure that no persons or obstacles are located in the area surrounding the vehi- Load the vehicle onto the transporter. cle. Shift the transmission to position j. Use the electric parking brake to secure the Raising the vehicle to transport level vehicle against rolling away.
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438 Breakdown assistance Towing eye storage location Installing and removing the towing eye * NOTE Damage to the drive train due to incorrect positioning of the vehicle Do not position the vehicle above the connection point of the transport vehi- cle.
Breakdown assistance 439 After removing the towing eye, snap cover and fuse rating. The fuse ratings and further infor- Electrical fuses mation to be observed can be found on the fuse into the bumper. Notes on electrical fuses assignment diagram. * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to incor- Fuse assignment diagram: in the vehicle docu- &...
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Benz recommends consulting a qualified spe- box using a dry cloth. cialist workshop, e.g. an authorized Fuse box on the driver's side of the cockpit Mercedes-Benz Center. page 442) Fuse box in the front passenger footwell & WARNING Risk of injury from using the...
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Breakdown assistance 441 If present, release hoses from the retaining clips in the engine compartment and vehicle body. If present, release hoses from the retaining clips on the fuse box and vehicle body. Unscrew screws and fold out bar 7. Unscrew screws and remove fuse box lid to the side.
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Open cover in the direction of the arrow and remove it. Opening and closing the fuse box in the cockpit Mercedes-Benz recommends you have the Observe the notes on electrical fuses fuse box opened at an authorized Mercedes- Open cover in the direction of the arrow page 439).
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Breakdown assistance 443 Fold cover down in the direction of the arrow.
444 Wheels and tires Visually inspect wheels and tires for damage. Notes on noise or unusual handling characteris- & WARNING Risk of hydroplaning due to tics Check the valve caps. insufficient tire tread Make sure there are no vibrations, noises or Visual check of the tire tread depth and the Insufficient tire tread will result in reduced tire unusual handling characteristics when the vehicle...
446 Wheels and tires Impaired handling characteristics Tire pressure If operating conditions change, e.g. off- road driving Irregular wear Notes on tire pressure Increased fuel consumption Adjust the tire pressure, if necessary. & WARNING Risk of accident due to insuffi- &...
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Wheels and tires 447 permit any reliable conclusion about the tire pres- & WARNING Risk of accident due to repea- malfunction, which can cause tire pressure sure. loss. ted pressure drop in the tires Only correct the tire pressure when the tires are Only screw standard valve caps or valve The wheels, valves or tires could be damaged.
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448 Wheels and tires The tire pressure table shows the recommended Checking the tire pressure manually tire pressure for all tires approved for this vehicle. Read the tire pressure recommended for the The recommended tire pressures are valid for current operating conditions from the tire and cold tires under various operating conditions loading information placard or the tire pres- according to the load and/or speed of the vehi-...
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Wheels and tires 449 Tire and loading information placard the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, page 451) should stop and check your tires as soon as the system may not be able to detect or signal possible, and inflate them to the proper pres- low tire pressure as intended.
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450 Wheels and tires In most cases, the tire pressure monitor will auto- One of the following displays appears: ally, observe the notes on cold tires matically update the new reference values after page 446). Current tire pressure of each wheel: you have changed the tire pressure.
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452 Wheels and tires Maximum permissible load comprises the the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". gross weight of all vehicle occupants, load and luggage. (1): Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never Recommended tire pressure for cold tires.
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Please consult an authorized Calculation example for determining the maxi- using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated Mercedes-Benz dealer if you have any ques- mum load ( page 453) on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information tions about towing a trailer with your vehicle.
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454 Wheels and tires Step 2 Example 1 Example 2 Number of people in the vehicle (driver and occu- pants) Distribution of the occupants Front: 2 Front: 1 Rear: 3 Weight of occupants Occupant 1: 150 lbs (68 kg) Occupant 1: 200 lbs (91 kg) Occupant 2: 180 lbs (82 kg) Occupant 3: 160 lbs (73 kg) Occupant 4: 140 lbs (63 kg)
Wheels and tires 455 Manufacturer Tire labeling Characteristics of the tire ( page 458) Overview of tire labeling Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index ( page 458) Tire name The data shown in the illustration is example data.
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456 Wheels and tires well on the government course as a tire graded The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are high temperature can cause the material of the 100. AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces- ability to stop on wet pavement as measured sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
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Wheels and tires 457 The data shown in the image is example data. Information on the maximum tire load Specifications for maximum tire pressure The TIN is a unique identification number to iden- tify tires and comprises the following: DOT (Department of Transportation): tire sym- bol marks indicating that the tire complies with the requirements of the US Department...
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458 Wheels and tires Information on tire characteristics Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating and load index & WARNING Risk of injury through exceed- ing the specified tire load-bearing capa- city or the permissible speed rating Exceeding the specified tire load rating or the permissible speed rating may lead to tire dam- age and to the tires bursting.
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"P": passenger vehicle tires according to US rating. You can obtain information on the required manufacturing standards. Load-bearing index 6: speed rating from an authorized Mercedes-Benz "LT": light truck tires according to US manu- Numerical code that specifies the maximum load- Service Center.
460 Wheels and tires All-weather tires and winter tires "C", "D", "E": a load range that depends on the Index Speed rating maximum load that the tire can carry at a cer- Index Speed rating tain pressure up to 186 mph (300 km/h) ZR...Y up to 100 mph (160 km/h) Q M+S...
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Wheels and tires 461 to tread quality, tire traction and temperature GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): the GAWR is Maximum weight of the laden vehicle: the maxi- characteristics. The quality grading assessment is the maximum gross axle weight rating. The actual mum weight is the sum of the curb weight of the made by the manufacturer following specifications load on an axle must never exceed the gross axle...
462 Wheels and tires Maximum load on one tire: maximum load on one Side wall: the part of the tire between the tread tire tread is level with the bars, the wear limit of tire. This is calculated by dividing the maximum and the tire bead.
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For safety reasons, only use tires, wheels and ded tires accessories which have been specially For tires, pay attention to the following: approved by Mercedes-Benz for your vehicle. Retreaded tires are neither tested nor recom- Designation mended by Mercedes-Benz, since previous...
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Accessory parts which are not approved for your Only use the tires for their intended pur- pose. vehicle by Mercedes-Benz, or which are not used * NOTE Damage to electronic component correctly, can impair the operating safety. parts due to the use of tire-installing tools...
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Wheels and tires 465 Observe the following when selecting, installing For M+S tires, only use tires with the same Tire and loading information placard and replacing tires: tread. page 451) Furthermore, the use of certain tire types in Observe the maximum permissible speed for Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, certain regions and areas of operation can be the M+S tire which is installed.
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466 Wheels and tires The wear patterns on the front and rear wheels Overview of the tire-change tool kit When stowing the tool bag, make sure that it differ: is adequately secured. * NOTE Mercedes-AMG vehicles Front wheels wear more on the tire shoulder Rear wheels wear more in the center of the Observe the notes in the Supplement.
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Wheels and tires 467 Plug-in hybrid If your vehicle is not equipped with the tire- Aluminum hub cap change tool kit, consult a qualified specialist The tire-change tool kit is located in tool bag workshop to find out about suitable tools. on the trunk floor.
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Use only a vehicle-specific jack that has been Rules of conduct when the vehicle is raised: Using the wheel wrench, loosen the wheel approved by Mercedes-Benz to raise the vehi- bolts on the wheel you wish to change by Never place your hands and/or feet under the cle.
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Wheels and tires 469 * NOTE Damage to the vehicle due to the jack If you do not position the jack at the jack sup- port points provided for this purpose, you could damage your vehicle. Only position the jack at the jack sup- port points provided for this purpose.
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470 Wheels and tires Continue to turn ratchet wrench until the Screw centering pin into the thread Do not raise the wheels by the plastic tire is raised a maximum of 1.2 in (3 cm) off instead of the wheel bolt. elements when removing and reposition- the ground.
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For safety reasons, only use wheel bolts which Lowering the vehicle after a wheel change rect direction of rotation. Observe the direction of have been approved by Mercedes-Benz and rotation when installing. for the wheel in question. Requirements...
472 Wheels and tires the specified tightening torque of 111 lb-ft Start the engine. This adapts the vehicle Emergency spare wheel (150 Nm). level. Notes on the emergency spare wheel Remove the jack from under the vehicle. & WARNING Risk of accident due to incor- &...
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Wheels and tires 473 Vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring sys- shop. The new wheel must have the cor- tem: if an emergency spare wheel is installed, rect dimensions. the tire pressure monitoring system cannot function reliably. For a few minutes after an The emergency spare wheel is secured in the emergency spare wheel is installed, the sys- emergency spare wheel bag in the trunk.
You can obtain further infor- can disrupt the vehicle's electronics. This is instructions for installation and use of two-way mation from an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- the case in the following situations, in particu- radios are not observed. ter.
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Technical data 475 retrofitting two-way radios. Comply with the legal Frequency band Maximum transmis- requirements for detachable parts. sion output If your vehicle has installing for two-way radio 70–cm– frequency 35 W equipment, use the power supply and antenna band connectors provided in the pre-installation.
476 Technical data There are no restrictions regarding the position of Vehicle identification plate, VIN and engine num- the antenna on the outside of the vehicle for the ber overview following frequency bands: Vehicle identification plate TETRA 2G/3G/4G/5G Radio regulations Regulatory radio identification and specific notes Manufacturer information about radio-based vehi- Vehicle identification plate (USA only)
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Technical data 477 Never exceed the gross vehicle weight rating or Additional plates the maximum gross axle weight rating for the front or rear axle. VIN in the engine compartment Vehicle identification plate (Canada only) Gross vehicle weight rating Maximum permissible front axle load Maximum permissible rear axle load Paint code VIN (vehicle identification number)
478 Technical data The operating fluids approved by Mercedes-Benz Operating fluids ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE Pollution of the can be identified by the following inscriptions on environment due to irresponsible disposal Notes on operating fluids the container: of operating fluids MB-Freigabe (e.g. MB-Freigabe 229.51)
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Technical data 479 Fuel & WARNING Risk of injury from fuels Change immediately out of clothing that has come into contact with fuel. ▌Information on fuel quality for vehicles with a Fuels are poisonous and hazardous to your gasoline engine health.
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Mercedes-Benz to the fuel. ther consequences. Do not drive at the maximum speed. Refuel using only fuel that has at least the octane...
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Have the engine oil changed after the All models 20.1 gal (76.0 liters) prescribed intervals. Fuel tank reserve Mercedes-Benz recommends having the oil changed at a qualified specialist workshop. Model Only use engine oils approved for your vehicle by All models 2.1 gal (8.0 liters)
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482 Technical data Plug-in hybrid: Engine oil filling capacity vapor pockets may form in the brake system when the brakes are applied hard. Model Capacity Engine oil specifications (plug-in hybrid) This causes the braking effect to be impaired. Model MB-Freigabe or MB- S 500 4MATIC 8.5 US qt (8 liters) Have the brake fluid renewed at the...
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Information on coolant is available at the fol- (17.0 liters) specialist workshop. lowing locations: Proportion of antifreeze concentrate in the cool- In the Mercedes-Benz Specification for ing system: Notes on windshield washer fluid Operating Fluids 320.1 A minimum of 50% (antifreeze protection down At https://operatingfluids.mercedes-...
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Only use refrigerant compressor oil that * NOTE Damage to the exterior lighting due Above freezing point: e.g. MB SummerFit has been approved by Mercedes-Benz. to unsuitable windshield washer fluid Below freezing point: e.g. MB WinterFit Do not mix the approved refrigerant...
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Technical data 485 ▌Filling capacity for refrigerant and PAG oil Not for plug-in hybrid: Refrigerant filling capacity Model All models 24.7 ± 0.4 oz (700 ± 10 g) Filling capacity for PAG oil Model Information label (example - USA) Information label (example – Canada) Hazard and service warning symbols Hazard and service warning symbols All models...
486 Technical data PAG oil filling capacity (plug-in hybrid) Vehicle-specific weight information can be Vehicle dimensions found on the vehicle identification plate Model S 500 4MATIC page 476). S 580 4MATIC S 580 e 4MATIC 2.8 ± 0.4 oz (80 ± 10 g) Vehicle length 208.2 in Vehicle dimensions...
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Technical data 487 Vehicle dimensions (plug-in hybrid) Roof load S 580 e 4MATIC S 580 e 4MATIC Model Maximum roof load Charging time – mode 2 20 h Vehicle length 208.2 in All models with up to 1.4 kW charging (5289 mm) capacity (depending on the Missing values were not available at the time of...
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488 Technical data The time taken to charge the battery depends on the state of charge of the battery, the ambient temperature and the charging capacity of the bat- tery. The charging capacity, in turn, depends on the supply voltage, the current intensity and the type of power supply.
Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 489 Display messages to be acknowledged can be hid- Display messages den by pressing the back button G or with the Introduction left-hand Touch Control. The display messages will ▌Information about display messages then be stored in the message memory. Display messages appear on the driver's display.
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490 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 48). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. Restraint System Malfunc- tion Service Required Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 491 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 48). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Front Left Malfunction Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident. Service Required (example) Have the restraint system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
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492 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 48). & WARNING Risk of injury or fatal injury due to a malfunction in the window curtain airbag Left Window Airbag Mal- The window curtain airbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 493 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Make sure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat. Check the status of the automatic front passenger air bag shutoff ( page 50).
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494 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Make sure that no objects are trapped under the front passenger seat. Check the status of the automatic front passenger air bag shutoff ( page 50).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 495 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * The SmartKey is currently undetected. Change the location of the SmartKey in the vehicle. Try to start the vehicle. Key Not Detected (white If the SmartKey is still not detected, place it in the marked space for starting with the SmartKey ( page 204).
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496 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® * The vehicle is processing in order to teach in the new SmartKey. Wait until processing is complete. Initializing Key Please Wait ® * A warning tone will also sound. This message reminds you to take your SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle. Don't Forget Your Key Place the Key in the * SmartKey detection is malfunctioning.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 497 Lights Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The corresponding light source is malfunctioning. Drive on carefully. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Check Left Low LED light sources: the display message for the corresponding light appears only when all the light-emitting diodes Beam (example) in the light are faulty.
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498 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * You are driving without low-beam headlamps. Turn the light switch to the L or à position. Switch On Headlights * You are leaving the vehicle and the lights are still switched on. Turn the light switch to the Ã...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 499 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on Operate the high beam manually until Adaptive High Beam Assist is available again. Adaptive Highbeam Assist * Adaptive Highbeam Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative Drive on Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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500 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, operate the high beam manually. Hazard Warning Light Mal- * The hazard warning lamp switch is malfunctioning. function Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 501 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The charge of the high-voltage battery is too low. Pre-entry climate control cannot be switched on. & Charge the high-voltage battery ( page 230). Currently Not Available Charge High-voltage Bat- tery * You have attempted to switch on pre-entry climate control more than twice with the vehicle switched off.
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502 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Hybrid system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The drive system is malfunctioning. Have the vehicle transported only using a transporter or trailer ( page 433). Towing Not Permitted See Operator's Manual ò * The sound generator (acoustic vehicle warning system) is malfunctioning.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 503 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Request service personnel from the operator of the charging station via the emergency call button or the emer- gency numbers attached to the charging station. Vehicle Currently Not * A malfunction has occurred in the charging station or the RFID card is not recognized.
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504 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Refuel immediately. Subsequently, there may be temporary restrictions in the availability of electric mode over a driving distance of 31 mi (50 km). If there is fuel in the vehicle, there is a malfunction with the combustion engine. Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 505 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Consult a qualified specialist workshop even if there are no external signs of a fire. * The drive system is malfunctioning. A warning tone will also sound. Û Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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506 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions For all other transmission positions, park the vehicle safely. Consult a qualified specialist workshop or breakdown service. Do Not Restart Vehicle * It is not possible to restart the drive system due to a malfunction. Service Required Do not switch off the drive system;...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 507 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions After waiting for a short time, unlock the vehicle and start it again. If the display message appears again and the vehicle does not start, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Drive Malfunction Achieva- * The drive system is malfunctioning.
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508 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The drive system is malfunctioning. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the drive system. Do not con- tinue driving. Stop Switch Off Vehicle Do not tow the vehicle;...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 509 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions High-Voltage Battery Fault * A malfunction has occurred in the high-voltage battery. No Start in Approx. XXX mi It will no longer be possible to start the electric drive system after the distance displayed has been covered. Service Required (red dis- It is still possible to start the combustion engine.
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510 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The driver's display is inoperative due to a failed software update. The display message will be shown every time the engine is started. & WARNING Risk of accident if the driver display fails If the driver display has failed or is malfunctioning, function restrictions in systems relevant to safety cannot be detected.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 511 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the driver's display fails, you may not recognize function restrictions affecting systems relevant to safety or the speed display, for example. The operating safety of the vehicle may be impaired ( page 360).
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512 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Head-up Display Bright- * The brightness of the head-up display is reduced. Possible causes: ness Currently Reduced Dirt on the windshield in the camera's field of vision See Operator's Manual Faulty exterior brightness signals Switch on the windshield wipers.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 513 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The steering is malfunctioning. Steering capability is significantly impaired. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized. Steering Malfunction Stop Immediately See Opera- Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.
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514 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The rear axle steering is malfunctioning. The rear axle has no steering capability. The steering wheel may be tilted considerably when you drive in a straight line. Rear Axle Steering Malfunc- Depending on the steering wheel's tilted position, the steering wheel will also vibrate and a continuous warning tone tion Stop Immediately...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 515 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * At least one door is open. Close all doors. * The hood is not fully unlocked. & WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the hood unlocked The hood may open and block your view.
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516 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The hood is not locked. & WARNING Risk of accident due to driving with the hood unlocked The hood may open and block your view. Stop Immediately Close Hood Completely Never release the hood when driving.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 517 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The trunk lid is open. & DANGER Risk of exhaust gas poisoning Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion.
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518 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Windshield Wiper Malfunc- * The windshield wiper is malfunctioning. tion Restart the vehicle. If the display message still appears: Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To Switch Off Vehicle * You have pressed the start/stop button while the vehicle is in motion.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 519 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The coolant is too hot. Stop immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions and switch off the vehicle. Coolant Stop Switch Off & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the hood Vehicle If you open the hood in the event of an overheated engine or fire in the engine compartment, the following situa- tions may occur:...
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520 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The fuel supply has dropped into the reserve range. Refuel. Fuel Level Low * The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Close the fuel filler cap.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 521 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions To Deselect P or N * You have attempted to shift the transmission out of park position j or neutral i and into another transmission posi- Depress Brake and Start tion.
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522 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Risk of Vehicle Rolling * The transmission is malfunctioning. Park position j cannot be selected. Away Apply Parking Brake Park the vehicle safely. When Parking Use the electric parking brake to secure the vehicle against rolling away. On gradients, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle will roll towards the curb if it starts moving.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 523 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions N Automatically Activated * Neutral i was automatically engaged when the vehicle was rolling or being driven. Please Shift to Transmis- When you open the driver's door in neutral i, park position j will be engaged automatically. sion Position Again Engage park position j when the vehicle is stationary with the brake pedal depressed.
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524 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Restart the vehicle. If the display message still appears: Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Drive Malfunction Stop * The transmission is malfunctioning. Contact Dealer Stop the vehicle immediately in a safe location and do not continue driving.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 525 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Auxiliary Battery Malfunc- * There is a malfunction in the auxiliary battery. tion (red display message) Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Until then, always select park position j manually before you switch off the vehicle. Before leaving the vehicle, apply the electric parking brake.
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526 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Switch the vehicle off and switch it back on. Release the electric parking brake manually ( page 250). Release the electric parking brake automatically ( page 249). If it is still not possible to release the electric parking brake: Do not continue driving.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 527 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ! indicator lamp is lit and the red F (USA only) or ! (Canada only) indicator lamp flashes for approximately ten seconds after the electric parking brake has been applied or released. It then remains lit or goes out.
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528 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red F indicator lamp (USA only) or ! indicator lamp (Canada only) is flashing. The electric parking brake is applied while you are driving: A condition for automatic release of the electric parking brake has not been fulfilled ( page 249).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 529 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * A malfunction has occurred while the HOLD function was activated. A horn may also sound at regular intervals. You cannot start the vehicle system. (USA only) Immediately depress the brake pedal firmly until the display message disappears. You cannot start the vehicle system again.
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530 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The brake force boosting function is impaired and the braking characteristics may be affected. & WARNING Risk of accident and injury if brake force boosting is malfunctioning If brake force boosting is malfunctioning, increased brake pedal force may be necessary for braking.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 531 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Check Brake Pads See * The brakepads have reached the wear limit. Operator's Manual Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Driving and driving safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ®...
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532 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally. Braking distance may increase in an emergency braking situation. ÷...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 533 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If the display message does not disappear, consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Drive care- fully. * ESP ÷ ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. The brake system will continue to operate normally.
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534 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * EBD, ABS and ESP ® are malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of skidding if EBD, ABS and ESP ®...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 535 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Traffic Sign Assist Cur- * Traffic Sign Assist is temporarily unavailable. rently Unavailable See Once the cause of the problem is no longer present, the system will be available again. Operator's Manual Continue driving in compliance with traffic regulations.
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536 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions É * You have pulled away despite the vehicle level being too low. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. The vehicle will be raised to the selected vehicle level.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 537 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¢ * AIRMATIC is functioning only to a limited extent. The current level is too high. The vehicle's handling characteristics may be affected. No faster than 12 mph (20 km/h). Drive at Max.
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538 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Reduce speed considerably before taking a curve. Avoid sudden steering movements. ä * At least one main function of the E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL system is malfunctioning. The system is deactivated. * NOTE The vehicle's suspension and damping behavior has changed significantly, the vehicle body may tilt Malfunction Drive at Max.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 539 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * NOTE The vehicle's driving characteristics have changed significantly. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
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540 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ç * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC was deactivated. If a warning tone also sounds, Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC has deactivated automatically ( page 263). Active Distance Assist Cur- * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is temporarily unavailable.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 541 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Distance Assist Now * Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC is operational again. Available Switch on Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC ( page 263). Active Brake Assist Func- * For vehicles with the Driving Assistance Package, the following functions may be temporarily unavailable or only parti- tions Currently Limited See ally available: Operator's Manual...
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542 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Drive on carefully. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Steering Assist Cur- * Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 543 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Steering Assist Cur- * Active Steering Assist is temporarily unavailable due to multiple emergency stops. rently Unavailable Due to Take over the steering and stop in accordance with the traffic conditions. Multiple Emergency Stops Switch the vehicle off and switch it back on Active Steering Assist is available once more.
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544 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions and restart the vehicle. If the display message does not disappear: consult a qualified specialist workshop. Active Lane Change Assist * Active Lane Change Assist is temporarily unavailable.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 545 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Stop & Go Assist * Active Stop-and-Go Assist is malfunctioning. Inoperative See Operator's Active Stop-and-Go Assist has been deactivated. Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC and Active Steering Assist are still Manual available.
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546 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Active Lane Keeping Assist * Active Lane Keeping Assist is temporarily unavailable. Currently Unavailable See The ambient conditions are outside the system limits ( page 287). Operator's Manual As soon as the ambient conditions are within the system limits, the system will become available again.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 547 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ¸ * Front and corner radar sensors (hereafter "sensors") are malfunctioning. Possible causes are: The sensors are dirty Heavy rain or snow ð Extended country driving without other traffic, e.g. in the desert Driving systems and driving safety systems may be malfunctioning or temporarily unavailable.
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548 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions á * The view of the multifunction camera is restricted. Possible causes are: Dirt on the windshield in the field of vision of the multifunction camera Heavy rain, snow or fog ð...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 549 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Driver Camera View Cur- * The view of the driver camera is reduced. Possible causes: rently Restricted See Oper- Objects or stickers are projecting into the driver camera’s field of vision. ator's Manual The driver camera is dirty.
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550 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions PRE-SAFE Pulse Side Inop- * The PRE‑SAFE ® Impulse Side system is malfunctioning or inoperative after having already been triggered. erative See Operator's Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Manual PRE-SAFE PLUS Inopera- * There is a malfunction in the PRE‑SAFE...
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If the display message still appears, consult a qualified specialist workshop. Operator's Manual Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunction- ing. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Inoperative...
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* Vehicles with 48 V on-board electrical system: the state of charge of the 48 V battery is too low. You can no longer start the vehicle. Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. Connect a suitable charger approved for Mercedes-Benz with sufficient charge output to the jump-start connection point of the 12 V battery ( page 430).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 553 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The 12 V on-board electrical system is malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop immediately. 12 V On-board Electrical System Service Required * The 12 V battery is no longer being charged and the condition of charge is too low. * NOTE Possible engine damage if you continue driving Stop Vehicle See Opera- Do not continue driving under any circumstances.
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554 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Charge the 12 V battery when stationary ( page 430). Plug-in hybrid: Charge the vehicle at a charging station ( page 230). * The 12 V battery charge level is too low. Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 555 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions If smoke is present, leave the danger zone and call the fire service immediately. Consult a qualified specialist workshop even if there are no external signs of a fire. * The 48 V on-board electrical system has function restrictions.
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* The state of charge of the 48 V battery is too low. You can no longer start the vehicle. Operator's Manual Switch off electrical consumers that are not required. Connect a suitable charger approved for Mercedes-Benz with sufficient charge output to the jump-start connection point of the 12 V battery ( page 430).
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 557 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Tires with insufficient tire pressure may impair the driving characteristics as well as steering and braking. Have the tire pressure monitoring system checked at a qualified specialist workshop. Tire Pressure Monitor Inop- * The wheels installed do not have suitable tire pressure sensors.
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558 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Observe the recommended tire pressures. Adjust the tire pressure if necessary. Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure ( page 446) and the tires. é...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 559 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Do not exceed the maximum permissible driving distance in emergency mode and the maximum permissible speed with a flat MOExtended tire. Observe the notes on flat tires. Notes on flat tires ( page 419).
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560 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Engine oil Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The engine oil level has dropped to the minimum level. * NOTE Engine damage caused by driving with insufficient engine oil Check Engine Oil Level At Avoid long journeys with insufficient engine oil.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 561 Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle immediately in accordance with the traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circum- stances. Switch off the vehicle. Add 1.1 US qt (1 l) of engine oil ( page 407).
562 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Display messages Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The electrical connection to the oil level sensor has been interrupted or the oil level sensor is faulty. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Engine Oil Level Cannot Be Measured Driver's display Driver's display with driver camera...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 563 ü Seat belt ( page 564) F USA: electric parking brake (red) Mercedes-Benz emergency call system page 572) H Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Drive system page 579) ! Canada: electric parking brake (red) _ Reduced power ( page 565)
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564 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Occupant safety Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The restraint system red warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is on. The restraint system is malfunctioning ( page 48). & WARNING Risk of injury due to malfunctions in the restraint system Restraint system warning Components in the restraint system may be activated unintentionally or not deploy as planned in an accident.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 565 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ü * The red seat belt warning lamp flashes and an intermittent warning tone sounds. The driver or front passenger has not fastened his/her seat belt while the vehicle is in motion. Fasten your seat belt ( page 48).
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566 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The red system error warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is in a state of operational readiness õ. Ú There is a malfunction in the drive system. Note the messages on the driver's display.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 567 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ù * The red power steering warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. The power assistance or the steering itself is malfunctioning. & WARNING Risk of accident if steering capability is impaired Power steering warning If the steering does not function as intended, the vehicle's operating safety is jeopardized.
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568 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Do not continue driving under any circumstances. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Note the messages on the driver's display.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 569 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions & WARNING Risk of burns when opening the hood If you open the hood in the event of an overheated engine or fire in the engine compartment, the following situations may occur: You may come into contact with hot gases.
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570 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÿ * The yellow coolant warning lamp is lit while the engine is running. Possible causes are: The temperature sensor is malfunctioning Coolant warning lamp (yel- The charge air, transmission oil or battery cooling is faulty low) The radiator shutters are blocked or defective Avoiding high loads on the engine, drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 571 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow fuel reserve warning lamp lights up while you are driving. There has been pressure loss in the fuel system. The fuel filler cap is not closed correctly or the fuel system is leaking. Close the fuel filler cap.
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572 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Brakes Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red electric parking brake indicator lamp flashes or is lit. The yellow electric parking brake indicator lamp is also lit in the event of a malfunction. Note the messages on the driver's display.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 573 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions é *The yellow é warning lamp (USA only) or the yellow J brake warning lamp (Canada only) is lit while the vehicle is running. & WARNING Risk of an accident due to a brake system malfunction RBS warning lamp (USA If the brake system is malfunctioning, braking characteristics may be impaired.
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574 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The red brake warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. Possible causes are: The brake force boosting is malfunctioning and the braking characteristics may be affected. Brakes warning lamp (USA There is insufficient brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir.
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 575 Driving and driving safety systems Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions * The yellow ABS warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ABS is malfunctioning. If an additional warning tone sounds, EBD is malfunctioning. ABS warning lamp Other driving systems and driving safety systems may also be malfunctioning.
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576 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ÷ * The yellow ESP ® warning lamp is lit while the vehicle is running. ® is malfunctioning. Other driving systems and driving safety systems (e.g. BAS) may also be malfunctioning. ®...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 577 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions ® ® If ESP cannot be activated, ESP is malfunctioning. ® Have ESP checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. ® Observe the notes on deactivating ESP page 255). Û...
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578 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Ó * The Active Brake Assist warning lamp is on. Due to dirty sensors or a malfunction, the system is not available or the range of functions is restricted. Note the messages on the driver's display.
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Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz emergency call system Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The Mercedes-Benz emergency call system is malfunctioning. The Mercedes me connect system is also malfunctioning. Consult a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz emergency call system warning lamp...
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580 Display messages and warning/indicator lamps Tire pressure monitor Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions *The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp (pressure loss/malfunction) flashes for approximately one minute and then remains lit. The tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. Tire pressure monitoring &...
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Display messages and warning/indicator lamps 581 Warning/indicator lamp Possible causes/consequences and Solutions Stop the vehicle in accordance with the traffic conditions. Check the tire pressure and the tires.
582 Index Activating/deactivating the acoustic lock- Active Lane Keeping Assist 1, 2, 3 ... ing verification signal........83 Activating/deactivating......290 (SmartKey) battery......... 85 Function..........287 Active Blind Spot Assist 3D driver's display, 3D instrument cluster Setting the sensitivity......290 Activating/deactivating......287 Function/notes........
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Index 583 Adaptive cruise control......... 266 Front air conditioning......186 All-wheel drive..........226 Ionization..........189 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Alternative route.......... 375 Rear passenger compartment climate Activating/deactivating......171 Ambient lighting........... 174 control........... 188 Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus AMG TRACK PACE Air distribution Activating/deactivating......
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Battery (12 V battery) Head-up display........325 DYNAMIC SELECT button....... 218 Charging..........430 Engages neutral........223 Notes............. 425 Authorized Mercedes-Benz Service Center..37 Engaging drive position......224 Notes (starting assistance and charg- Authorized workshop........37 Engaging reverse gear......223 ing)............428 Automatic car wash........
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BAS (Brake Assist System)..... 255 Notes on wearing correctly...... 47 Driving tips..........207 Calling the customer center for Releasing..........64 EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribu- Mercedes-Benz..........385 To adjust the height......... 48 tion)............257 Electric parking brake.... 248, 249, 250 Calls Belt air bag Handbrake......
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586 Index Opening the camera cover (rear view Power washer........412 Charge level display........244 camera)..........301 Real wood/trim elements...... 415 Charge level/charge display......244 Rear view camera........295 Seat belts..........415 Charging ROAD SURFACE SCAN......293 Steering wheel........415 12 V battery...........
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Index 587 Starting the charging process (direct Front passenger seat....... 71 Decorative foil........413 current, mode 4)........241 Installing ISOFIX........77 Paint............413 Stowing the charging cable....232 Notes on belt air bags......74 Power washer........412 USB port........145, 157 Overview of warning stickers....
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588 Index Defrosting a window......187 Switching the A/C function on/off Coolant Defrosting the windshield....... 184 (MBUX)..........187 Capacity..........483 Defrosting windows........ 188 Synchronization function......188 Notes............. 482 Filling capacity for refrigerant and Temperature.......... 184 Cooling............184 PAG oil........... 485 Ventilating with convenience opening..
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Index 589 Daytime running lamps, Daytime running Cornering light........167 lamp mode Enhanced fog light function....168 Damage Activating/deactivating......173 Highway mode........168 Limited protection........59 Intelligent Light System......167 Deactivating the alarm......... 111 Damping system ADS PLUS Overview..........167 Dealership.............
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590 Index Display (driver's display) Battery Overheated Stop! Currently Not Available Charg- Û & Overview of displays....... 328 Everyone Get Out! Outdoors if Possi- ing of the High-voltage Battery Not Display (MBUX multimedia system) ble..........504, 554 Completed..........500 Settings..........327 Brake Immediately.......
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Index 591 Front Left Malfunction Service G Inoperative........551 ® Obtain a New Key......494 Required (example)........ 491 Intensive Cleaning Activated for ç Off..........540 ¥ Fuel Filler Cap Open..... 520 Seconds........... 517 ë Off..........534 Fuel Level Low......520 ®...
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592 Index Ù Rear Axle Steering Malfunction Stop Vehicle See Operator's Vehicle Rising Please Wait.... 536 É é Service Required........513 Manual..........553 Warning Tire Malfunction..... 558 Ù Rear Axle Steering Malfunction Stop Vehicle See Operator's é Wheel Sensor(s) Missing....557 Û...
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Index 593 Active Emergency Stop Assist Cur- Active Steering Assist Currently Auxiliary Battery Malfunction (red dis- rently Unavailable See Operator's Unavailable Due to Multiple Emer- play message)........525 Manual..........543 gency Stops........... 543 Auxiliary Battery Malfunction (white Active Emergency Stop Assist Inoper- Active Steering Assist Currently display message)........
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594 Index Do Not Restart Vehicle Service Head-up Display Brightness Currently PARKTRONIC Inoperative See Opera- Required..........506 Reduced See Operator's Manual.... 512 tor's Manual........... 550 Drive Malfunction Achievable Speed Head-up Display Currently Unavaila- Place the Key in the Marked Space Limited Stop Soon.........
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Index 595 Recessed door handles......88 Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away Driver's To Deselect P or N Depress Brake and Unlocking (inside)........87 Door Open Position P Not Selected..521 Start Vehicle.......... 521 Door control panel (rear passenger com- Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away N Activa- To Switch Off Vehicle Press and Hold partment)............
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596 Index Head-up display........323 Radar and ultrasonic sensors....253 Selecting the drive program....220 Menus........... 322 STEER CONTROL........257 Notes............. 321 Traffic Sign Assist........278 Operating..........321 Your responsibility........252 E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL Service due date........402 Driving system..........254 Electrohydraulic suspension....
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602 Index Setting........... 363 Highway mode........168 Loads............142 Intelligent Light System......167 Level control Locator lighting..........173 Interior lighting........174 AIRMATIC..........290 Locking/unlocking Locator lighting........173 E-ACTIVE BODY CONTROL..... 292 Automatic locking (MMS)......90 Reading lamp......... 174 License plate (front)........35 Doors (from the inside)......
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Index 603 Maintaining the headliner......415 Manual gearshifting Favorites..........353 Activating/deactivating......225 Overview..........348 Maintaining the steering wheel..... 415 Preselection outside mirrors....353 Maintenance Reading light.......... 351 Displaying online map contents....377 Vehicle............. 31 Search light........... 351 Displaying weather information....377 Maintenance Management Using the favorites pose......
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604 Index Standby mode function......252 Medical aids........... 37 Calling the Mercedes-Benz customer Steering wheel heater/seat heating..135 center after automatic accident/ Memory function Telephone..........381 breakdown detection......385 Head-up display........138 Touchscreen.......... 345 Calls via the overhead control panel..384 Outside mirrors........
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606 Index Outside mirrors Parking Parking position Automatic anti-glare mode..... 181 Active Parking Assist......305 Exterior mirrors........182 Automatic mirror folding function... 183 PARKTRONIC......... 301 Storing the position of the front- Blind Spot Assist/Active Blind Spot passenger outside mirror using Parking Assist Assist............
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Index 607 Function of the regenerative brake Power closing function ® PRE-SAFE PLUS system........... 214 Door............91 Backing up measures....... 55 Haptic accelerator pedal......218 Trunk lid........... 94 Function..........55 Indicator lamps on vehicle socket... 236 Power supply Preventative occupant protection system Manually disconnecting the high-volt- Start/stop button........
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608 Index Rear fog light..........165 Recuperation Function..........214 Rear passenger compartment climate Radar and ultrasonic sensors....... 253 Setting........... 215 control............188 Radio Reflective safety vest........418 Rear passenger compartment seat belt MBUX voice commands......334 Status display.......... 49 Refrigerant........... 484 Radio regulations Rear seat Refrigerator box...
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Index 609 Reserve Managing activation points..... 301 Displaying road names/house num- Fuel............481 bers............375 ROAD SURFACE SCAN......... 293 Head-up display........325 Resetting Roadside Assistance (breakdown)....31 Switching video on or off......375 MBUX reset function......363 Roll away protection........257 Route-based operating-mode strategy Residual heat..........
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610 Index Configuring settings....... 130 Function..........56 Sensors Correct driver's seat position....113 Cleaning..........414 Seat belt extender.......... 56 Footrest (rear passenger compart- Service............402 Seat belt warning........... 49 ment)............. 123 Service center..........37 Seat belts Fully reclined position......120 Activating/deactivating seat belt Service due date..........
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Index 611 Problem..........102 Snow chain mode......... 445 Speed control Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC..260 Size designation Snow chains..........445 Tires............458 Speed rating Socket Tires............458 Skid chains..........445 12 V (rear passenger compartment)..155 115 V (rear passenger compartment)..155 Start-off assist Sliding sunroof Drive Away Assist........
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612 Index Start/stop button........203 Steering wheel paddle shifters...... 224 Setting the suspension level (AIR- MATIC)........... 291 Starting-off aid Stop and go Drive Away Assist........314 ECO start/stop function......212 Switch-off delay time Hill Start Assist........258 Exterior..........173 Stopping Optimized acceleration......
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Index 613 Telediagnostics Temperature Tire Quality Grading....... 455 Transferred data........404 Adjusting..........184 Traction grade........455 Tread wear grade........455 Telemetry display......... 367 Temperature grade........455 Tire pressure Telephone Text messages..........335 Checking..........450 Authorizing a mobile phone, Remote THERMOTRONIC Checking manually.........
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614 Index Tires Temperature grade......... 455 Tow-starting..........439 Breakdown..........419 Tire and Loading Information placard..451 Towing Characteristics........458 Tire pressure table......... 447 Towing methods......432, 433 Checking..........444 Tire Quality Grading....... 455 Towing eye Checking the temperature...... 450 TIREFIT kit..........421 installing/removing........
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Index 615 Setting........... 281 TuneIn Internet Radio........399 Trailer drawbar, Pulling/towing..... 320 Turn signal indicator........165 Vehicle Transmission position display....... 222 Turn signals..........165 48 V on-board electrical system....31 Activating, Remote Online...... 205 Transmission positions Activating/deactivating standby mode... 252 DIRECT SELECT lever......
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