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  • Page 1 Operator's Manual É2185848501eËÍ 2185848501 Order no. 6515 1577 13 Part no. 218 584 85 01 Edition C-2015...
  • Page 2 Several of these symbols in succes- ® Bluetooth is a registered trademark of sion indicate an instruction with sev- Further information about Mercedes-Benz Bluetooth SIG Inc. eral steps. vehicles and about Daimler AG can be found DTS is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
  • Page 3 Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz We urge you to read this Operator's Manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving. For your own safety and a longer vehicle life, follow the instruc- tions and warning notices in this manual.
  • Page 5 Contents Index ............4 At a glance ........... 31 Introduction ......... 22 Safety ........... 43 Opening and closing ......83 Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 105 Lights and windshield wipers ..121 Climate control ......... 131 Driving and parking ......147 On-board computer and displays ..

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Index Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..194 1, 2, 3 ... Adaptive Highbeam Assist 4ETS (Electronic Traction System) Display message ......258 see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac- Function/notes ......125 tion System) Switching on/off ......126 4MATIC (permanent all-wheel Additives (engine oil) ......389 drive) Air bags Function/notes ......
  • Page 7 Function/notes ......213 (DIRECT SELECT lever) ....158 Audio system Transmission positions ....161 see separate operating instructions Automatic transmission emer- Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center gency mode ........167 see Qualified specialist workshop Authorized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights BAS (Brake Assist System) ....
  • Page 8 Index Blind Spot Assist Car key Activating/deactivating (on- see SmartKey Care board computer) ......237 Display message ......263 360° camera ......... 322 Notes/function ......214 Car wash ........317 see Active Blind Spot Assist Carpets .......... 324 Box (trunk) ......... 291 Display ...........
  • Page 9 Index Child-proof locks Switching the ZONE function on/ Important safety notes ....68 off ..........142 Cockpit Rear doors ........69 Children Overview .......... 32 Special seat belt retractor ....64 see Instrument cluster Collapsible spare wheel Cigarette lighter ........ 297 Cleaning Inflating .........
  • Page 10 Driver's door Hiding (on-board computer) ... 245 see Doors KEYLESS-GO ........272 Driving abroad Lights ..........255 Mercedes-Benz Service ....317 Safety systems ......246 Driving on flooded roads ....177 SmartKey ........272 Driving safety systems Tires ..........267 ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ..
  • Page 11 Index BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Fuel ..........173 Assist ..........71 General .......... 173 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST Hydroplaning ......... 177 PLUS ..........73 Icy road surfaces ......177 Distance warning function ....74 Limited braking efficiency on sal- EBD (electronic brake force distri- ted roads ........
  • Page 12 Index Emergency spare wheel AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 242 General notes ........ 379 Characteristics ......... 76 Important safety notes ....379 Deactivating/activating (button Removing ........380 in AMG vehicles) ......77 Storage location ......380 Display message ......246 Stowing ..........
  • Page 13 Index Displaying the current consump- tion ..........230 Handbrake Displaying the range ...... 230 see Parking brake Driving tips ........173 Hazard warning lamps ...... 124 Fuel gauge ........33 Head bags Grade (gasoline) ......388 Display message ......252 Important safety notes ....
  • Page 14 Index Indicator lamps Knee bag ..........52 see Warning and indicator lamps Indicators see Turn signals Lamps Instrument cluster see Warning and indicator lamps Overview .......... 33 Lane Keeping Assist Settings ......... 238 Activating/deactivating ....237 Warning and indicator lamps ... 34 Display message ......
  • Page 15 Memory card (audio) ......233 see Central locking Locking verification signal (on- Memory function ....... 119 board computer) ....... 240 Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive Low-beam headlamps 360°camera ........209 Display message ......255 Active Blind Spot Assist ....218 Switching on/off ......123 Active Lane Keeping Assist ....
  • Page 16 Index Mounting wheels Occupant Classification System Lowering the vehicle ...... 371 (OCS) ..........53 Mounting a new wheel ....371 PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator Preparing the vehicle ..... 368 lamps ..........45 Raising the vehicle ......368 Pets in the vehicle ......70 Removing a wheel ......
  • Page 17 Display message ......248 Notes/function ......172 Warning lamp ......... 275 Parking lamps QR code Switching on/off ......123 Mercedes-Benz Guide App ....1 PARKTRONIC Rescue card ........28 Deactivating/activating ....199 Qualified specialist workshop ... 26 Driving system ....... 197 Function/notes ......
  • Page 18 Index Setting the temperature ....141 Reverse gear (selector lever) ... 157 Rear fog lamp Reversing feature Display message ......256 Side windows ........97 Rear seat (folding the backrest for- Sliding sunroof ....... 101 wards/back) ........290 Trunk lid ........... 93 Rear seats Reversing lamps (display mes- Display message ......
  • Page 19 Index Storing settings (memory func- Convenience closing feature .... 99 tion) ..........119 Convenience opening feature ..98 Switching seat heating on/off ..111 Display message ......272 Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 112 Door central locking/unlocking ..84 Section Important safety notes ....
  • Page 20 Index Tank content Buttons (on-board computer) ..227 Cleaning ......... 323 Fuel gauge ........33 Technical data Important safety notes ....113 Paddle shifters ....... 163 Capacities ........387 Steering wheel heating ....114 Emergency spare wheel ....382 Storing settings (memory func- Information ........
  • Page 21 Index Tire-change tool kit ......326 PSI (pounds per square inch) (def- inition) ........... 366 TIREFIT kit .......... 328 Replacing ........367 Tires Service life ........346 Aspect ratio (definition) ....366 Sidewall (definition) ....... 366 Average weight of the vehicle Speed rating (definition) ....
  • Page 22 Index Transporting the vehicle ....339 Limited Warranty ......27 Trim pieces (cleaning instruc- Loading .......... 355 Locking (in an emergency) ....92 tions) ..........323 Locking (SmartKey) ......84 Trip computer (on-board com- Lowering ........371 puter) ..........230 Maintenance ........
  • Page 23 Index Wiper blades Reserve fuel ........280 Restraint system ......279 Cleaning ......... 321 Seat belt ........274 Important safety notes ....129 SPORT handling mode ....278 Replacing ........129 Wooden trim (cleaning instruc- Tire pressure monitor ....283 Warranty ..........

  • Page 24: Protection Of The Environment General Notes

    Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors: Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts operating conditions of your vehicle your personal driving style Environmental note You can influence both factors. You should...

  • Page 25: Service And Warranty Information

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

  • Page 26: Maintenance

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

  • Page 27: Important Safety Notes

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

  • Page 28: Declarations Of Conformity

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

  • Page 29: Customer Relations Department

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

  • Page 30: Rescue Card

    COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, Terms and Conditions. accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC...

  • Page 31: Copyright

    Introduction ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia- bility arising from the extraction of this infor- mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per- sonnel. MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee.
  • Page 33 Cockpit ..........32 Instrument cluster ......33 Multifunction steering wheel ..... 35 Center console ........37 Overhead control panel ...... 40 Door control panel ......41...

  • Page 34: Cockpit

    Cockpit Cockpit Function Page Function Page Steering wheel paddle Adjusts the steering wheel shifters manually Combination switch Adjusts the steering wheel electrically Instrument cluster Steering wheel heating Horn Cruise control lever DIRECT SELECT lever Parking brake PARKTRONIC warning dis- Diagnostics connection play Opens the hood Overhead control panel...

  • Page 35: Instrument Cluster

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

  • Page 36: Warning And Indicator Lamps

    Instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps Function Page Function Page ü Seat belt ® ÷ ESP M SPORT handling ® ÷ ESP in AMG vehicles mode in AMG vehicles ? Coolant · Distance warning K High-beam head- ® å ESP lamps #! Turn signals L Low-beam head-...
  • Page 37 Multifunction steering wheel Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Function Page Multifunction display Vehicles with Audio 20: Audio 20 or COMAND dis- switches on voice-operated play (see the separate oper- control for navigation (see ating instructions) manufacturer's operating instructions) Vehicles with COMAND: switches on the Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions)

  • Page 38: Multifunction Steering Wheel

    Multifunction steering wheel Function Page Selects a menu Selects a submenu or scrolls through lists Confirms a selection Hides display messages Back Vehicles with Audio 20: switches off voice-operated control of the navigation (see manufacturer's oper- ating instructions) Vehicles with COMAND: switches off the Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- rate operating instructions)

  • Page 39: Center Console

    Center console Center console Center console, upper section Function Page Function Page Audio system or COMAND 4 5 Indicator lamp (see the separate operating £ Hazard warning instructions) lamps c Seat heating u Roller sunblind in the s Seat ventilation rear window c PARKTRONIC ¤...

  • Page 40: Center Console Lower Section

    Center console Center console, lower section Function Page Function Page Stowage compartment É Sets the vehicle level Ashtray Stowage compartment with Cigarette lighter Media Interface Socket Ú Selects the drive pro- Cup holder gram Cup holder Audio or COMAND control- ler (see the separate oper- e Sets the suspension ating instructions)

  • Page 41: Lower Section (Amg Vehicles)

    Center console Center console, lower section (AMG vehicles) Function Page Function Page Cup holder Stowage compartment with Media Interface Engages park position P ß Calls up or saves the Selector lever suspension setting Ashtray à Sets the suspension Cigarette lighter tuning Socket ®...

  • Page 42: Overhead Control Panel

    Overhead control panel Overhead control panel Function Page Function Page u Switches the rear Buttons for the garage door interior lighting on/off opener | Switches the auto- Microphone for mbrace matic interior lighting con- (emergency call system), trol on/off telephone and Voice Con- trol System (see the sepa- p Switches the right- rate operating instructions)

  • Page 43: Control Panel

    Door control panel Door control panel Function Page Function Page r 4 5 = W Opens/closes the Stores settings for the seat, side windows exterior mirrors and steer- n Activates/deacti- ing wheel vates the override feature Adjusts the seats electri- for the side windows in the cally rear compartment...
  • Page 45 Useful information ......44 Panic alarm .......... 44 Occupant safety ........44 Children in the vehicle ......64 Pets in the vehicle ....... 70 Driving safety systems ....... 70 Protection against theft ..... 81...

  • Page 46: Useful Information

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

  • Page 47: Tor Lamp

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

  • Page 48: Introduction

    Occupant safety Depending on the person in the front- If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet passenger seat, the front-passenger front air quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt bag must either be deactivated or enabled; retractor locks.

  • Page 49: Occupant Safety

    For this reason, always secure persons under Only use seat belts that have been approved 5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Any such systems. modifications could invalidate the vehicle's general operating permit.

  • Page 50: Fastening

    Occupant safety Fastening and adjusting the seat belts When fastening the seat belt, always make sure that: Observe the safety notes on the seat belt the seat belt tongue is only inserted to the page 46) and the notes on correct use of belt buckle belonging to that seat.

  • Page 51: Releasing

    Occupant safety The shoulder section of the seat belt must Press release button :, hold belt always be routed across the center of the tongue ; firmly and guide it back towards shoulder. Adjust the belt outlet if necessary. belt outlet =. To raise: slide the belt outlet upwards.

  • Page 52: Important Safety Notes

    Occupant safety six seconds or when the driver's seat belt is To avoid hazardous situations, always make fastened. sure that all of the vehicle's occupants: If the vehicle's speed exceeds 15 mph have fastened their seat belts correctly, (25 km/h) once and the driver's and front- including pregnant women passenger seat belts are not fastened, a are sitting correctly and maintain the great-...
  • Page 53 Occupant safety Only secure a child in a rearward-facing function of the sensors being impaired. The air child restraint system on the front- bags might therefore not function properly passenger seat when the front-passenger any more. Consequently, the air bags cannot front air bag is deactivated.

  • Page 54: Knee Bag

    Consequently, the air been approved for the respective seat by bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as Mercedes-Benz. they are designed to do. In addition, the func- tion of the Occupant Classification System (OCS) could be restricted. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

  • Page 55: Window Curtain Air Bag

    Occupant safety Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar. When deployed, the window curtain air bag enhances the level of protection for the head. However, it does not protect the chest or arms.

  • Page 56: Operation

    Occupant safety If the front passenger does not observe these GO, press the Start/Stop button once or conditions, OCS may produce a false classi- twice. fication, e.g. because the front passenger: The system carries out self-diagnostics. transfers their weight by supporting them- The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp selves on a vehicle armrest must light up for approximately six seconds.
  • Page 57 Occupant safety If OCS determines that: bled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp the front-passenger seat has been moved back as far back as possible. lights up after the system self-test and remains lit.

  • Page 58: System Self-Test

    Mercedes-Benz. front-passenger seat If the driver's air bag deploys, this does not...
  • Page 59 Occupant safety facing child restraint system must, as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the front-passenger seat. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's instal- lation instructions. After the system self-test, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp displays the sta- tus of the front-passenger front air bag page 54).
  • Page 60 Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized person of a stature cor- Mercedes-Benz Center. responding to that of an adult. The PASSENGER AIR OCS is malfunctioning.
  • Page 61 Occupant safety be released. The 6 restraint system warn- Deployment of Emergency Tensioning ing lamp lights up. Devices and air bags Only in rare cases will the bang affect your Important safety notes hearing. The powder that is released gener- ally does not constitute a health hazard, but it WARNING may cause short-term breathing difficulties in...
  • Page 62 Occupant safety the restraint system are activated independ- The vehicle can be deformed considerably, ently of each other in certain frontal collision without an air bag being deployed. This is the situations: case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affected and the rate of decel- Front air bags and driver's knee bag eration is not high.

  • Page 63: Neck-Pro Luxury Head Restraints Important Safety Notes

    Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have frontal collision the functionality of the NECK-PRO head side impact restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head restraints...
  • Page 64 Occupant safety restraints, have this work carried out at a ® PRE-SAFE (anticipatory occupant qualified specialist workshop. protection system) NECK-PRO luxury head restraints Introduction ® In certain hazardous situations, PRE-SAFE takes pre-emptive measures to protect the vehicle occupants. Important safety notes ! Make sure that there are no objects in the footwell or behind the seats.

  • Page 65: Dent

    Occupant safety if the vehicle skids, the sliding sunroof and ® PRE-SAFE PLUS does not perform braking the side windows are closed so that only a actions while the vehicle is in motion or when small gap remains. Parking Guidance is active. vehicles with a multicontour seat or active Function multicontour seat: the air pressure in the...

  • Page 66: Special Seat Belt Retractor

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

  • Page 67: Children In The Vehicle

    When activated, the special seat belt retrac- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. tor ensures that the seat belt will not slacken once the child restraint system has been WARNING secured.

  • Page 68: Anchors

    Children in the vehicle LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat secur- WARNING ing system Child restraint systems or their securing sys- tems which have been damaged or subjected WARNING to a load in an accident can no longer protect LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems as intended.

  • Page 69: Top Tether

    Children in the vehicle restraint systems are installed on the left and right rear seats. Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install the child seat according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions.

  • Page 70: On The Front-Passenger Seat

    For accordingly. Always make sure that the shoul- this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises der belt strap is correctly routed from the that you install the child restraint system on a vehicle belt outlet to the shoulder belt guide rear seat.

  • Page 71: Rear Doors

    Children in the vehicle Child-proof locks for the rear doors WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: release the parking brake. shift the automatic transmission out of the parking position P.

  • Page 72: Pets In The Vehicle

    Driving safety systems Pets in the vehicle Important safety notes If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you WARNING are inattentive, the driving safety systems can If you leave animals unattended or unsecured neither reduce the risk of an accident nor in the vehicle, they could press buttons or override the laws of physics.

  • Page 73: Driving Safety Systems

    Driving safety systems WARNING ally, further driving safety systems are deac- tivated. There is an increased danger of skid- If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance ding and accidents. in an emergency braking situation is Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked imme- increased.

  • Page 74: Important Safety Notes

    Driving safety systems a narrow vehicle traveling in front, e.g. a Observe the restrictions described in the motorbike "Important safety notes" sec- tion“ ( page 72). a vehicle traveling in front on a different line vehicles quickly moving into the radar sen- BAS PLUS can help you to minimize the risk of sor system detection range a collision with a vehicle or a pedestrian and...

  • Page 75: Plus

    Driving safety systems When driving at a speed above 20 mph collision with a vehicle ahead or reduce the (30 km/h): if you depress the brake pedal effects of such a collision. sharply, BAS PLUS automatically raises the If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS brake pressure to a value adapted to the traf- detects that there is a risk of a collision, you fic situation.

  • Page 76: Distance Warning Function

    Driving safety systems sions at low speeds where there is no visible you rapidly approach a vehicle in front. An damage to the front of the vehicle. intermittent warning tone will then sound, and the · distance warning lamp will light Distance warning function up in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 77: Adaptive Brake Assist

    Driving safety systems Adaptive Brake Assist If adaptive Brake Assist detects a risk of col- lision with the vehicle in front, it calculates Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- the braking force necessary to avoid a colli- tion ( page 70). sion.

  • Page 78: Ets/4Ets (Electronic Traction System)

    Driving safety systems may be shown in the instrument cluster ® pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP page 246). can also stabilize the vehicle during braking. Only use wheels with the recommended ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System) ® tire sizes. Only then will ESP function properly.
  • Page 79 Driving safety systems traction control is still activated. WARNING ® still provides support when you ® ® If you deactivate ESP , ESP no longer sta- brake. bilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident. ®...
  • Page 80 Driving safety systems When SPORT handling mode is activated: ® Activate ESP as soon as the situations ® described above no longer apply. ESP will ® only improves driving stability to a otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehi- limited degree.

  • Page 81: Adaptive Brake

    Driving safety systems Important safety notes ® PRE-SAFE Brake detects pedestrians using typical characteristics such as the body con- Observe the "Important safety notes" sec- tours and posture of a person standing tion for driving safety systems ( page 70). upright.
  • Page 82 Driving safety systems In order to maintain the appropriate distance Recognition by the camera system is also to the vehicle in front and thus prevent a col- impaired in the event of: lision, you must apply the brakes yourself. dirt on the camera or if the camera is cov- ®...

  • Page 83: Protection Against Theft

    Take evasive action provided it is safe to do ted (yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an If there is an increased risk of collision, pre- authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call ventive passenger protection measures (PRE- 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or ®...
  • Page 84 Protection against theft Remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock. Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. The alarm is switched off. To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO: grasp the outside door handle. The Smart- Key must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is switched off.
  • Page 85 Useful information ......84 SmartKey ..........84 Doors ............ 90 Trunk ............ 92 Side windows ........97 Sliding sunroof ........100...

  • Page 86: Useful Information

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

  • Page 87: Deactivation

    SmartKey signal can be activated and deactivated using To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner the on-board computer ( page 240). surface of the door handle. When it is dark, the surround lighting also To lock the vehicle: touch sensor sur- comes on if it is activated in the on-board face :.

  • Page 88: Removing

    SmartKey Changing the settings of the locking Mechanical key system General notes You can change the settings of the locking If the vehicle can no longer be locked or system. This means that only the driver's door unlocked with the SmartKey, use the and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the mechanical key.

  • Page 89: Replacing

    SmartKey Replacing the battery Push release catch : in the direction of the arrow and at the same time remove You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery. mechanical key ; from the SmartKey. Take the mechanical key out of the Smart- For further information about: Key ( page 86).
  • Page 90 SmartKey Insert mechanical key ; into the Smart- Key. Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle.

  • Page 91: Loss

    SmartKey Problems with the SmartKey Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions You can no longer lock The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged. or unlock the vehicle Check the SmartKey battery ( page 87) and replace it if nec- using the SmartKey.

  • Page 92: Important Safety Notes

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

  • Page 93: Doors

    Doors If the vehicle has been locked from the out- side, it cannot be centrally unlocked from the inside. You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. You can only open the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by the child-proof locks ( page 69).

  • Page 94: Vehicle

    Trunk You could therefore lock yourself out if: Open the driver's door. Close the front-passenger door, the rear the vehicle is being pushed. doors and the trunk lid. the vehicle is being towed. Press the locking button ( page 91). the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer.

  • Page 95: Trunk

    Trunk your attentiveness to the trunk lid while it is especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a closing. risk of poisoning. Always switch off the engine before opening WARNING the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid The reversing feature does not react: open.

  • Page 96: Opening/Closing (Automatically From Outside)

    Trunk Closing WARNING 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. There is a risk of poisoning.

  • Page 97: Opening And Closing

    Trunk Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing When leaving the vehicle, always take the feature and KEYLESS-GO: you can simulta- SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Never neously close the trunk lid and lock the vehi- leave children unsupervised in the vehicle. cle.

  • Page 98: Trunk

    Trunk Locking the trunk separately You can lock the trunk separately. If you then unlock the vehicle centrally, the trunk remains locked and cannot be opened. Close the trunk lid. Take the mechanical key out of the Smart- Key ( page 86).

  • Page 99: Side Windows

    Side windows Trunk lid emergency release light: automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not emergency release button : flashes for relieve you of the responsibility of paying 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened. attention when closing a side window.

  • Page 100: Convenience Closing Feature

    Side windows Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the SmartKey must be in close proximity to the vehicle. ignition lock. To open manually: press and hold the cor- The "convenience opening" feature is also responding switch. available on unlocked vehicles. To open fully: press the switch beyond the point of resistance and release it.

  • Page 101: Resetting

    Side windows General notes Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle until the side windows and the When you lock the vehicle, you can simulta- sliding sunroof are fully closed. neously: Touch recessed sensor surface : on the close the side windows door handle until the side windows are fully close the sliding sunroof...

  • Page 102: Sliding Sunroof Important Safety Notes

    Sliding sunroof Problems with the side windows WARNING If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.

  • Page 103: Sliding Sunroof

    Sliding sunroof Do not allow anything to protrude from the If somebody becomes trapped: sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could release the switch immediately, or be damaged. press the switch in any direction during the ! The weather can change abruptly. It could automatic closing process start to rain or snow.

  • Page 104: Resetting

    Sliding sunroof removing the SmartKey from the ignition lock. This function remains active for five minutes or until you open a front door. Resetting ! If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened or closed fully after resetting, con- tact a qualified specialist workshop. Reset the sliding sunroof if it does not move smoothly.
  • Page 105 Sliding sunroof Problems with the sliding sunroof WARNING If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process.
  • Page 107 Useful information ......106 Correct driver's seat position ..106 Seats ..........107 Steering wheel ........113 Mirrors ..........116 Memory function ....... 119...

  • Page 108: Useful Information

    Correct driver's seat position Observe the safety guidelines on seat Useful information adjustment ( page 107). Make sure that seat = is adjusted prop- This Operator's Manual describes all erly. models and all standard and optional equip- ment of your vehicle available at the time of Electrical seat adjustment ( page 108) publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 109: Seats

    Seats The seat belt should: WARNING fit snugly across your body You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving: be routed across the middle of your shoul- adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, be routed in your pelvic area across the hip steering wheel or mirrors joints fasten the seat belt...

  • Page 110: Adjusting The Head Restraint

    Seats The seats should only be occupied by the respective front seat is moved forwards passengers, if possible. slightly if necessary. This prevents the seats from colliding. when the seat heating is in operation, do not cover the seats with insulating mate- rials, e.g.

  • Page 111: Luxury

    Seats Adjusting the head restraint height Rear seat head restraints electrically Important safety notes WARNING For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints. Adjust the head restraints so that they are as close as possible to your head. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar sit- uation.

  • Page 112: Adjusting The 4-Way Lumbar Sup Port

    Seats ! Make sure that the rear window roller To adjust the backrest contour in the sunblind has been retracted before the rear upper back region head restraints are removed. You could To adjust the side bolsters of the seat otherwise damage the roller sunblind.

  • Page 113: Switching On/Off

    Seats Switching the seat heating on/off Switching on/off WARNING Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot. The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high tempera- tures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries.

  • Page 114: Seat Heating Problem

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

  • Page 115: Steering Wheel

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

  • Page 116: Steering Wheel Heating

    Steering wheel Steering wheel heating Switching on/off Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149). To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direction of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out. Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO: when you remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.
  • Page 117 Steering wheel Problems with the steering wheel heating Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steering wheel The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical con- heating has switched sumers are switched on. off prematurely or can- Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as not be switched on.

  • Page 118: Exterior Mirrors Adjusting

    Mirrors When you close the driver's door with the when changing lane. There is a risk of an acci- ignition switched on, the steering wheel is dent. also automatically moved to the previously For this reason, always make sure of the set position.

  • Page 119: Mirrors

    Mirrors Folding the exterior mirrors in or out the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as electrically soon as you lock the vehicle from the out- side. the exterior mirrors fold out again automat- ically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver's or front-passenger door.

  • Page 120: Storing The Parking Position

    Mirrors engage reverse gear. You can store this posi- If electrolyte comes into contact with your tion. skin or hair or is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately. Stop the vehicle and turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock Immediately change out of clothing which page 149).

  • Page 121: Memory Function

    Memory function Calling up a stored parking position set- wheel. If somebody becomes trapped, imme- ting diately release the memory function position button. The adjustment process is stopped. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149).
  • Page 122 Memory function Calling up a stored setting Press and hold the relevant storage posi- tion button 1, 2 or 3, until the seat, steering wheel and exterior mirrors are in the stored position. The setting procedure is interrupted as soon as you release the storage position button.
  • Page 123 Useful information ......122 Exterior lighting ........ 122 Interior lighting ......... 127 Replacing bulbs ......... 128 Windshield wipers ......128...

  • Page 124: Useful Information

    Parking lamps, license plate and instrument cluster lighting General notes Automatic headlamp mode, control- 4 Ã For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recom- led by the light sensor mends that you drive with the lights switched Low-beam/high-beam headlamps on even during the daytime. Therefore, your...

  • Page 125: Exterior Lighting

    Exterior lighting Low-beam headlamps à is the favored light switch setting. The light setting is automatically selected accord- WARNING ing to the brightness of the ambient light When the light switch is set to Ã, the low- (exception: poor visibility due to weather con- beam headlamps may not be switched on ditions such as fog, snow or spray): automatically if there is fog, snow or other...

  • Page 126: Combination Switch

    Exterior lighting To switch on the standing lamps: the Press the combination switch beyond the pressure point in the direction of arrow :. SmartKey is not in the ignition lock or it is in In the à position, the high-beam head- position 0.

  • Page 127: Adaptive Highbeam Assist

    Exterior lighting The hazard warning lamps automatically The cornering light function is activated on switch on if: both sides before entering a traffic circle through an evaluation of the current GPS an air bag is deployed or position of the vehicle. It remains active until the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a after the vehicle has left the traffic circle.
  • Page 128 Exterior lighting Important safety notes Switching Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off WARNING Adaptive Highbeam Assist does not recognize road users: who have no lights, e.g. pedestrians who have poor lighting, e.g. cyclists whose lighting is blocked, e.g. by a barrier In very rare cases, Adaptive Highbeam Assist may fail to recognize other road users that have lights, or may recognize them too late.

  • Page 129: Interior Lighting

    Interior lighting indicator lamp in the multifunction display remains lit. To switch off: move the combination switch back to its normal position or move the light switch to another position. The _ indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. Headlamps fogged up on the inside Certain climatic and physical conditions may Rear-compartment overhead control panel...

  • Page 130: Replacing Bulbs

    Windshield wipers switch-off using the on-board computer scratch the glass if wiping takes place when page 240). the windshield is dry. If it is necessary to switch on the windshield Manual interior lighting control wipers in dry weather conditions, always use washer fluid when operating the wind- To switch the front interior lighting on/ shield wipers.

  • Page 131: Windshield Wipers

    If you release the windshield wiper arm without a wiper blade and it falls onto the windshield, the windshield may be damaged by the force of the impact. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
  • Page 132 Windshield wipers Problems with the windshield wipers Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The windshield wipers Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield are jammed. wiper movement. The wiper motor has been deactivated. For safety reasons, you should remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

  • Page 133: Climate Control

    Useful information ......132 Overview of climate control sys- tems ........... 132 Operating the climate control sys- tems ........... 138 Setting the air vents ......145...

  • Page 134: Useful Information

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

  • Page 135: Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Con Trol

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for dual-zone automatic climate control Canada only Sets the temperature, left ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Switches the ZONE function on/off ( page 142) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 143)

  • Page 136: Automatic Climate Control

    Overview of climate control systems USA only Sets the temperature, left ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 143) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 143) Sets the temperature, right (...
  • Page 137 Overview of climate control systems instructions). You will see the current set- tings of the various climate control func- tions. ECO start/stop function During automatic engine switch-off, the cli- mate control system only operates at a reduced capacity. If you require the full cli- mate control output, you can switch off the ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO button (...

  • Page 138: Rear Control Panel

    Overview of climate control systems Control panel for 3-zone automatic climate control Canada only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Switches the residual heat on or off ( page 144) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off (...
  • Page 139 Overview of climate control systems USA only Front control panel Sets the temperature, left ( page 141) Defrosts the windshield ( page 142) Switches the maximum cooling MAX COOL on or off ( page 143) Switches cooling with air dehumidification on/off ( page 138) Switches the rear window defroster on/off ( page 143)

  • Page 140: Cooling With Air Dehumidification

    Operating the climate control systems reduced capacity. If you require the full cli- Optimum use of 3-zone automatic cli- mate control output, you can switch off the mate control ECO start/stop function by pressing the ECO Climate control system button ( page 154).
  • Page 141 Operating the climate control systems dows can fog up more quickly. Therefore, deactivate the cooling with air-dehumidifica- tion function only briefly. The "Cooling with air dehumidification" func- tion is only available when the engine is run- ning. The air inside the vehicle is cooled and dehumidified according to the temperature selected.

  • Page 142: Air Flow

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

  • Page 143: Operating The Climate Control Systems

    Operating the climate control systems The temperature setting for the driver's Setting the temperature side is adopted for the rear compartment Dual-zone automatic climate control and the front-passenger side. Turn temperature control : counter- Different temperatures can be set for the clockwise or clockwise ( page 136).

  • Page 144: Defrosting The Windshield

    Operating the climate control systems Setting the air distribution Defrosting the windshield Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- You can use this function to defrost the wind- tion lock ( page 149). shield or to defrost the inside of the wind- shield and the side windows.

  • Page 145: Defrosting The Windows

    Operating the climate control systems MAX COOL maximum cooling Rear window defroster The MAX COOL function is only available in General notes vehicles for the USA. The rear window defroster has a high current MAX COOL is only operational when the draw.

  • Page 146: Problem With The Rear Window Defroster

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

  • Page 147: Setting The Air Vents

    Setting the air vents The blower will run at a low speed regard- Setting the center air vents less of the airflow setting. If you activate the residual heat function at high temperatures, only the ventilation will be activated. The blower runs at medium speed.

  • Page 148: Rear

    Setting the air vents ature-sensitive items stored in the glove box could be damaged. Air vent control Air vent When the climate control system is activated, the glove box can be ventilated, for instance to cool its contents. The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings.
  • Page 149 Useful information ......148 Notes on breaking-in a new vehi- cle ............148 Driving ..........149 Automatic transmission ....157 Refueling ..........167 Parking ..........170 Driving tips ........173 Driving systems ........ 178...

  • Page 150: Useful Information

    Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle Do not manually shift to a lower gear to Useful information brake the vehicle. Try to avoid depressing the accelerator This Operator's Manual describes all pedal beyond the point of resistance (kick- models and all standard and optional equip- down).

  • Page 151: Driving

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

  • Page 152: Keyless-Go

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

  • Page 153: Removing The Start/Stop Button

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

  • Page 154: Pulling Away

    Driving General notes Pulling away The catalytic converter is preheated for General notes up to 30 seconds after a cold start. The WARNING sound of the engine may change during this time. If the engine speed is above the idling speed and you engage transmission position D or R, Automatic transmission the vehicle could pull away suddenly.

  • Page 155: Automatic Engine Switch-Off

    Driving General notes and to depress it before the vehicle begins to roll. WARNING After a short time, hill start assist will no lon- ger brake your vehicle and it could roll away. There is a risk of an accident and injury. Therefore, quickly move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 156 Driving Deactivating or activating the ECO All of the vehicle's systems remain active start/stop function when the engine is stopped automatically. The HOLD function can also be activated All vehicles (except AMG vehicles) if the engine has been switched off auto- matically.
  • Page 157 Driving If drive program S, S+ or M is active, the automatic transmission switches to drive program C. If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off, the ECO start/stop function has been deac- tivated manually or as the result of a mal- function.
  • Page 158 Driving Problems with the engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine does not There is a malfunction in the engine electronics. start. The starter motor There is a malfunction in the fuel supply. can be heard. Before attempting to start the engine again: Turn the key back to position 0 in the ignition lock.

  • Page 159: Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine is not run- There is a malfunction in the engine electronics or in a mechanical ning smoothly and is component of the engine management system. misfiring. Only depress the accelerator pedal slightly. Otherwise, non-combusted fuel may get into the catalytic con- verter and damage it.

  • Page 160: Direct Select Lever

    Automatic transmission DIRECT SELECT lever Overview of transmission positions Transmission position display Drive program display The current transmission position and drive program appear in the multifunction display. The current position of the selector lever is shown by the indicators next to the selector lever.

  • Page 161: Engaging Reverse Gear

    Automatic transmission Engaging park position P automatically Park position P is automatically engaged if: you switch off the engine using the Smart- Key and remove the SmartKey you switch off the engine using the Smart- Key or using the Start/Stop button and Transmission position display open the driver's door or front-passenger Drive program display...

  • Page 162: Engaging Drive Position

    Automatic transmission Release the parking brake. Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they: Switch off the ignition and leave the Smart- Key in the ignition lock. release the parking brake. Using KEYLESS-GO: shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P Remove the Start/Stop button from the Start the engine.

  • Page 163: Accelerator Pedal Position

    Automatic transmission Transmission positions Neutral Do not shift the transmission to N Park position while driving. Otherwise, the auto- Only shift the transmission into matic transmission could be dam- position P when the vehicle is sta- aged. tionary ( page 172). The parking No power is transmitted from the lock should not be used as a brake engine to the drive wheels.

  • Page 164: Kickdown

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

  • Page 165: Steering Wheel Paddle Shifters

    Automatic transmission E Economy Comfortable, economical M Manual Manual gear shifting driving RS RACE Optimal vehicle accelera- S Sport Sporty driving style tion from a standstill START M Manual Manual gear shifting For further information on the automatic drive program, see ( page 164).

  • Page 166: Automatic Drive Program

    Automatic transmission As well as temporary drive program M, Automatic drive program you can also activate permanent drive pro- Automatic drive program E gram M ( page 162). Drive program E (drive program C on MAG Further information about permanent drive program M ( page 165).
  • Page 167 Automatic transmission Shift recommendation Manual drive program (AMG vehicles and vehicles with Sports package AMG) General information In this drive program, you can permanently change gear yourself by using the steering wheel paddle shifters. The transmission must be in position D. The gearshift recommendations assist you in adopting an economical driving style.

  • Page 168: Manual Drive Program

    Automatic transmission Downshifting cally even when the engine limiting speed for the current gear is reached. When the Pull the left-hand steering wheel paddle engine limiting speed is reached, the fuel shifter. supply is cut to prevent the engine from The automatic transmission shifts down to overrevving.

  • Page 169: Refueling

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

  • Page 170: Opening

    Refueling Opening the fuel filler flap ! Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine. Do not switch on the igni- tion if you accidentally refuel with the wrong fuel. Otherwise, the fuel will enter the fuel system. Even small amounts of the wrong fuel could result in damage to the fuel system and the engine.

  • Page 171: Fuel Filler Flap

    Refueling Closing the fuel filler flap Replace the cap on the filler neck and turn clockwise until it engages audibly. Close the fuel filler flap. Close the fuel filler flap before locking the vehicle. Otherwise, the locking pin of the cen- tral locking prevents the fuel filler flap from closing.

  • Page 172: Important Safety Notes

    Parking Problems with fuel and the fuel tank Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Fuel is leaking from the WARNING vehicle. The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty. Risk of explosion or fire. Apply the electric parking brake. Switch off the engine.

  • Page 173: Parking

    Parking Vehicles with automatic transmission WARNING If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- Apply the parking brake firmly. cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: All vehicles (except AMG vehicles): shift the transmission to position P. release the parking brake.

  • Page 174: Parking Brake

    Parking Using the SmartKey: WARNING Switch on the ignition. If you leave children unsupervised in the vehi- cle, they could set it in motion by, for example: Depress the brake pedal and keep it depressed. release the parking brake. Shift to neutral N. shift the automatic transmission out of the Release the brake pedal.

  • Page 175: Driving Tips

    Driving tips Drive sensibly – save fuel If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than six weeks, the vehicle may suffer damage as a Observe the following tips to save fuel: result of lack of use. The tires should always be inflated to the Visit a qualified specialist workshop and recommended tire pressure.
  • Page 176 These factors are not included in the ECO dis- regular intervals and in accordance with the play. Mercedes-Benz service requirements. Details The evaluation of your driving style is carried can be found in the Maintenance Booklet. out using the following three categories:...

  • Page 177: Important Safety Notes

    This will warm up train. This type of damage is not covered by the brake discs, thereby drying them more the Mercedes-Benz warranty. quickly and protecting them against corro- sion. Do not depress the brake pedal continuously while the vehicle is in motion, e.g.

  • Page 178: High-Performance Brake System

    Driving tips In order to prevent any salt build-up, apply ® ! Vehicles with 4MATIC: as the ESP sys- the brakes occasionally while paying atten- tem operates automatically, the engine and tion to the traffic conditions. the ignition system must be switched off (SmartKey in position 0 or 1 in the ignition Carefully depress the brake pedal and the beginning and end of a journey.

  • Page 179: Driving On Flooded Roads

    This can damage the electronic compo- tion about this from your authorized nents in the engine or the automatic trans- Mercedes-Benz Center. mission. Water can also be drawn in by the New and replaced brake pads and discs only engine's air suction nozzles and this can reach their optimum braking effect after sev- cause engine damage.

  • Page 180: Driving System

    Driving systems Have your vehicle winter-proofed at a quali- Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive embraces all fied specialist workshop at the onset of win- elements of active and passive safety in one ter. well thought out system – for the safety of the...

  • Page 181: Driving Systems

    Driving systems Storing and maintaining the current Do not use cruise control: speed in road and traffic conditions which do not allow you to maintain a constant speed e.g. in heavy traffic or on winding roads on slippery road surfaces. Braking or accel- erating could cause the drive wheels to lose traction and the vehicle could then skid when there is poor visibility, e.g.

  • Page 182: Deactivating

    Driving systems press the cruise control lever up : or down ; to the pressure point. Every time the cruise control lever is pressed up : or down ; the last speed stored is increased or reduced. Cruise control is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal.

  • Page 183: Important Safety Notes

    Driving systems Any unauthorized modification to this DISTRONIC PLUS device could void the user's authority to General notes operate the equipment. DISTRONIC PLUS regulates the speed and Canada only: This device complies with automatically helps you maintain the dis- RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is tance to the vehicle detected in front.
  • Page 184 Driving systems In particular, the detection of obstacles can Continue to drive carefully and be ready to be impaired if: brake, in particular when warned to do so by DISTRONIC PLUS. there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors WARNING there is snow or heavy rain...

  • Page 185: Activation Conditions

    Driving systems Activating DISTRONIC PLUS If the vehicle in front of you is stationary, you can only activate DISTRONIC PLUS once your Activation conditions vehicle is stationary as well. In order to activate DISTRONIC PLUS, the fol- If you do not fully release the accelerator lowing conditions must be fulfilled: pedal, the DISTRONIC PLUS Override...
  • Page 186 Driving systems Briefly pull the cruise control lever towards In this way, the distance you have selected is you :. maintained. Remove your foot from the accelerator If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a faster-moving pedal. vehicle in front, it increases the driving speed. DISTRONIC PLUS is activated.

  • Page 187: Setting The Specified Minimum Distance

    Driving systems Setting a speed Stopping WARNING When leaving the vehicle, even if it is braked only by DISTRONIC PLUS, it could roll away if: there is a malfunction in the system or in the voltage supply. DISTRONIC PLUS has been deactivated with the cruise control lever, e.g.

  • Page 188: Distronic Plus

    Driving systems law. Adjust the distance to the vehicle in When DISTRONIC PLUS is activated, one or front if necessary. two segments ; in the set speed range light If DISTRONIC PLUS detects a vehicle in front, segments ; between speed of the vehicle in front : and stored speed = light up.

  • Page 189: Deactivating

    Driving systems Display when DISTRONIC PLUS is activa- the multifunction display for approximately five seconds. The last speed stored remains stored until you switch off the engine. DISTRONIC PLUS is not deactivated if you depress the accelerator pedal. DISTRONIC PLUS is automatically deactiva- ted if: Vehicle in front, if detected you engage the parking brake...
  • Page 190 Driving systems Cornering, going into and coming out of a DISTRONIC PLUS has not detected the vehi- bend cle cutting in yet. The distance to this vehicle will be too short. Narrow vehicles The ability of DISTRONIC PLUS to detect vehi- cles when cornering is limited.

  • Page 191: Distronic Plus With Steering Assist And Stop&Go Pilot

    Driving systems Crossing vehicles markings (left and right), and only on the vehi- cle in front if lane markings are missing. If these conditions are not present, Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot cannot provide assistance. DISTRONIC PLUS must be active in order for the function to be available.
  • Page 192 Driving systems The support provided by the system can be requires the driver to keep his hands on the impaired if: steering wheel and to steer himself. If you do not steer yourself or if you take your there is poor visibility, e.g. due to insuffi- hands off the steering wheel for a prolonged cient illumination of the road, or due to period of time, the system will first alert you...

  • Page 193: Hold Function

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

  • Page 194: Deactivating

    Driving systems Deactivating the HOLD function engine oil temperature in the multifunction display stops flashing. The HOLD function is deactivated automati- SPORT handling mode is activated. cally if: page 77) you accelerate and the transmission is in the steering wheel is in the straight-ahead position D or R.

  • Page 195: Airmatic

    Driving systems celed. The RACE START Canceled RACE START Canceled mes- The vehicle is slightly lowered if: sage appears in the multifunction display. you have selected comfort suspension tun- Take your foot off the brake, but keep the ing and accelerator pedal depressed.
  • Page 196 Driving systems The "Lowered” vehicle level is set automati- If indicator lamp ; is lit: cally: Press button : . at speeds above 70 mph (113 km/h) Indicator lamp ; goes out. The vehicle is adjusted to normal level. if you have selected "Sports tuning" page 194) Suspension tuning Setting the vehicle level...

  • Page 197: Suspension Tuning

    Driving systems comfortable driving style. Select comfort When parking, position your vehicle so that mode also when driving fast on straight roads, it does not make contact with the curb as e.g. on straight stretches of highway. the vehicle is lowered. Your vehicle could otherwise be damaged.

  • Page 198: Vehicle Level

    Driving systems Sport + mode To display: briefly press AMG button ;. Your selection appears in the multifunction The very firm setting of the suspension tuning display. in Sport + mode ensures the best possible contact with the road. Select this mode pref- erably when driving on race circuits.

  • Page 199: Parktronic

    This may damage the transfer case. car wash, the compressed-air brakes on a Damage of this sort is not covered by the truck or a pneumatic drill could cause Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty. All PARKTRONIC to malfunction. wheels must remain either on the ground or...

  • Page 200: Range Of The Sensors

    Driving systems Range PARKTRONIC may not function correctly on uneven terrain. PARKTRONIC is activated automatically when you: switch on the ignition shift the transmission to position D, R or N release the parking brake PARKTRONIC is deactivated at speeds above 11 mph (18 km/h).

  • Page 201: Deactivating/Activating

    Driving systems ing tone sounds. If the distance falls below One or more segments light up as the vehicle the minimum, the distance may no longer be approaches an obstacle, depending on the shown. vehicle's distance from the obstacle. From the: Warning displays sixth segment onwards, you will hear an intermittent warning tone for approx-...

  • Page 202: Important Safety Notes

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

  • Page 203: Detecting Parking Spaces

    Driving systems Parking tips: WARNING On narrow roads, drive as close to the park- If there are objects above the detection range: ing space as possible. Active Park Assist may steer too early Parking spaces that are littered or over- the vehicle may not stop in front of these grown might be identified or measured objects.

  • Page 204: Parking

    Driving systems Parking operational at speeds of up to approximately 22 mph (35 km/h). While in operation, the WARNING system independently locates and measures If you leave the vehicle when it is only being parking spaces on both sides of the vehicle. braked by Active Parking Assist it could roll Active Parking Assist will only detect parking away if:...

  • Page 205: Exiting A Parking Space

    Driving systems Otherwise Active Parking Assist will be can- Maneuver if necessary. celed. Always observe the warning messages dis- Active Parking Assist brakes the vehicle to played by PARKTRONIC ( page 199). a standstill when the vehicle approaches Parking tips: the rear border of the parking space.
  • Page 206 Driving systems vehicle parallel to the direction of travel using straight-ahead position. You hear a tone and Active Parking Assist. Park Assist Finished Park Assist Finished message appears in the multifunction display. You will Start the engine. then have to steer and merge into traffic on Release the parking brake.

  • Page 207: Rear View Camera

    Driving systems If a system malfunction occurs, the vehicle is at night or in very dark places braked to a standstill. To drive on, depress the if the camera is exposed to very bright light accelerator again. if the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LED lighting (the display may flicker) if there is a sudden change in temperature, Rear view camera...
  • Page 208 Driving systems COMAND, see the Digital Operator's Man- ual. Engage reverse gear. The rear view camera flap opens. The area behind the vehicle is shown with guide lines in the Audio 20 or COMAND display. The image from the rear view camera is available throughout the maneuvering process.
  • Page 209 Driving systems Yellow guide line at a distance of approx- imately 3 ft (1.0 m) from the rear of the vehicle Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on ( page 205).
  • Page 210 Driving systems ing space until yellow guide line ; reaches parking space marking :. Keep the steering wheel in that position and back up carefully. Red guide line at a distance of approx- imately 12 in (0.30 m) from the rear of the vehicle White guide line without turning the steer- ing wheel...
  • Page 211 Driving systems Audio 20 or COMAND display in yellow or red Distances measured by PARKTRONIC will respectively. also be optically displayed: in split screen view as red or yellow brack- ets around the vehicle icon in the top view, 360° camera General notes at the bottom right as red or yellow brack- ets around the vehicle symbol in full-screen...
  • Page 212 Driving systems if the area is lit by fluorescent bulbs or LED Press the Ø button in the center con- lighting (the display may flicker) sole. The vehicle menu is displayed. if there is a sudden change in temperature, e.g. when driving into a heated garage in Select 360°...
  • Page 213 Driving systems Top view with picture from the rear view Top view with picture from the rear view camera camera Top view with picture from the front cam- Displays in the COMAND/Audio 20 dis- play Important safety notes The camera system may show a distorted view of obstacles, show them incorrectly or not at all.
  • Page 214 Driving systems Top view and enlarged rear view The distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level. Top view with picture from the front cam- Symbol for the split screen setting with top view and rear view camera image enlarged Red guide line at a distance of approx- Symbol for the split screen setting with...

  • Page 215: Attention Assist

    Driving systems 180° view Important safety notes ATTENTION ASSIST is only an aid to the driver. It might not always recognize fatigue or increasing inattentiveness in time or fail to recognize them at all. The system is not a substitute for a well-rested and attentive driver.

  • Page 216: Blind Spot Assist

    Driving systems Warning in the multifunction display You can have current status information dis- played in the assistance menu ( page 235) If fatigue or increasing lapses in concentra- of the on-board computer. tion are detected, a warning appears in the Select the Assistance display for ATTEN- multifunction display: Attention Assist:...
  • Page 217 Driving systems warning. Blind Spot Assist uses sensors in the you are not driving in the middle of the lane rear bumper for monitoring purposes. there are barriers or similar lane borders Vehicles in the monitoring range are then not Important safety notes indicated.

  • Page 218: Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Indicator and warning display Switching on Blind Spot Assist Make sure that Blind Spot Assist is activa- ted in the on-board computer page 237). Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock. Warning lamps : in the exterior mirrors light up red for approximately 1.5 seconds and then turn yellow.
  • Page 219 Driving systems the lane markings change quickly, e.g. There is a risk of an accident. lanes branch off, cross one another or Always pay particular attention to the traffic merge situation and stay in lane, in particular if the road is narrow and winding warned by Lane Keeping Assist.

  • Page 220: Active Driving Assistance Package

    Driving systems The warning vibration occurs earlier if: WARNING you approach the outer lane marking on a Active Blind Spot Assist does not react to: bend. vehicles overtaken too closely on the side, the road has very wide lanes, e.g. a high- placing them in the blind spot area way.
  • Page 221 Driving systems radiator grill are free of dirt, ice or slush. The be indicated, especially if the vehicles are not rear sensors must not be covered, for exam- driving in the middle of their lane. This may be ple by cycle racks or overhanging cargo. Fol- the case if there are vehicles at the edge of lowing a severe impact or in the event of dam- their lane.
  • Page 222 Driving systems The yellow indicator lamp goes out if reverse gear is engaged. Active Blind Spot Assist is not operational. The brightness of the warning lamps is auto- matically adapted to the brightness of the surroundings. Visual and acoustic collision warning If a course-correcting brake application If you switch on the turn signals to change occurs, red warning lamp : flashes in the...

  • Page 223: Active Lane Keeping Assist

    Driving systems Switching on Active Blind Spot Assist ics. Active Lane Keeping Assist cannot take account of road and weather conditions. It Make sure that Active Blind Spot Assist is may not recognize traffic situations. Active activated in the on-board computer Lane Keeping Assist is only an aid.
  • Page 224 Driving systems the distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detected the lane markings change quickly, e.g. lanes branch off, cross one another or merge the road is narrow and winding If you leave your lane, under certain circum- there are strong shadows cast on the road stances the vehicle will brake briefly on one...
  • Page 225 Driving systems the transmission is not in position D. you steer actively, e.g. swerve to avoid an obstacle or change lanes quickly. an obstacle has been detected in the lane in you cut the corner on a sharp bend. which you are driving. when a loss of tire pressure or a defective In order that you are warned only when nec- tire has been detected and displayed.
  • Page 227 Useful information ......226 Important safety notes ..... 226 Displays and operation ..... 226 Menus and submenus ...... 229 Display messages ......245 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster ......274...

  • Page 228: Useful Information

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

  • Page 229: Displays And Operation

    Displays and operation Outside temperature display Operating the on-board computer You should pay special attention to road con- Overview ditions when temperatures are around freez- ing point. Bear in mind that the outside temperature display indicates the temperature measured and does not record the road temperature. The outside temperature display is in the mul- tifunction display ( page 229).
  • Page 230 Displays and operation Left control panel Press briefly: Back Calls up the menu and menu bar Vehicles with Audio 20: Switches off voice-operated con- Press briefly: trol for navigation (see manufac- Scrolls in lists turer's operating instructions) Selects a submenu or function Vehicles with COMAND: Vehicles with Audio 20: in the Switches off the Voice Control...

  • Page 231: Odometer

    Menus and submenus Multifunction display Menus and submenus Menu overview Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to call up the menu bar and select a menu. Operating the on-board computer page 227). Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle, you can call up the following menus: Trip Trip...

  • Page 232: Digital Speedometer

    Menus and submenus Trip computer "From Start" or "From If the ignition remains switched off for longer Reset" than four hours, the ECO display will be auto- matically reset. For further information on the ECO display, see ( page 174). Displaying the range and current fuel consumption Distance...

  • Page 233: Menus And Submenus

    Menus and submenus Observe the information on gearshift rec- Switch on Audio 20 or COMAND, see the ommendation Z when shifting manually separate operating instructions. page 164). Press the = or ; button on the steer- AMG vehicles: a gearshift recommendation ing wheel to select the Navi Navi...

  • Page 234: Audio Menu

    Menus and submenus When a change of direction is announced, you The navigation system displays additional will see symbol = for the change of direction information and the vehicle status. and distance graphic ;. The distance indi- Possible displays: cator shortens towards the top of the display New Route...

  • Page 235: Operation

    Menus and submenus Video DVD operation Vehicles with COMAND: To select a preset list or station list: press and briefly hold the 9 or : button until the preset list or station list in the desired frequency range is shown. To select a station: press 9 or : briefly.

  • Page 236: Redialing

    Menus and submenus Press the 9 or : button to select the ® Establish a Bluetooth connection to Audio desired name. 20 or COMAND, see the separate operating instructions. Press the = or ; button on the steer- To begin rapid scrolling: press and hold ing wheel to select the menu.

  • Page 237: Assistance Menu

    Menus and submenus Press the a button. Assistance menu The multifunction display shows the Introduction DISTRONIC PLUS distance display in the assistance graphic. The assistance graphic shows you the sta- tus and further information on the following driving systems or driving safety systems: DISTRONIC PLUS ( page 186) ®...

  • Page 238: Activating/Deactivating

    Menus and submenus Press the a button. Press the a button. The current selection appears. The current selection is displayed. To activate/deactivate: press the a To activate/deactivate: press the a button again. button again. If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is ®...

  • Page 239: Service Menu

    Menus and submenus tion display in the assistance graphics dis- Service menu play. For further information about ATTENTION ASSIST, see ( page 213). Activating/deactivating Blind Spot Assist Press the = or ; button on the steer- Depending on the equipment installed in the ing wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist...

  • Page 240: Settings

    Menus and submenus Instrument cluster ter [km/h] ter [km/h]/Additional Additional Speedometer Speedometer [mph] [mph]. Selecting the unit of measurement for dis- Press the a button to save the setting. tance The speed is highlighted in km/h or in Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: Display Unit Speed-/Odometer: mph conversely to your speedometer.
  • Page 241 Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the : or 9 button to set the ing wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu. color to SOLAR SOLAR, NEUTRAL NEUTRAL POLAR POLAR. Press the : or 9 button to select the Press the a or % button to save the setting.

  • Page 242: Interior Lighting

    Menus and submenus all the doors and the trunk lid/tailgate, the If you activate the Auto. Door Locks Auto. Door Locks func- exterior lighting goes off after 15 seconds. tion, the vehicle is centrally locked above a speed of around 9 mph (15 km/h). Depending on your vehicle's equipment, For further information on the automatic lock- when the surround lighting and delayed...

  • Page 243: Convenience Submenu

    Menus and submenus Press the = or ; button on the steer- Press the : or 9 button to select the ing wheel to select the Sett. Sett. menu. Auto. Mirror Folding Auto. Mirror Folding function. If the Auto. Mirror Folding Auto.

  • Page 244: Amg Menu

    Menus and submenus SETUP AMG menu in AMG vehicles AMG displays Drive program (C C /SS+ SS+/M M ® mode ON ON/OFF or SPORT handling Digital speedometer mode SPORT SPORT Gear indicator Suspension setting COMFORT COMFORT/SPORT SPORT/ Upshift indicator SPORT + SPORT + Engine oil temperature ®...
  • Page 245 Menus and submenus Stopping the RACETIMER You can start the RACETIMER when the engine is running or if the SmartKey is in posi- tion 2 in the ignition lock. Press the = or ; button on the steer- ing wheel to select the menu.
  • Page 246 Menus and submenus Overall statistics This function is only available if you have stored at least two laps and have stopped the RACETIMER. Press = or ; on the steering wheel to select the menu. Press the 9 button repeatedly until the lap evaluation is shown.

  • Page 247: Display Messages

    Display messages Display messages Introduction General notes Display messages appear in the multifunction display. Display messages with graphic displays may be shown in simplified form in the Operator's Manual and may differ from the messages shown in the multifunction display. Please respond in accordance with the display messages and follow the additional notes in this Operator's Manual.

  • Page 248: Display Message

    Display messages Safety systems Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions !÷ ® ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), ESP (Electronic Stability Pro- ® gram), BAS (Brake Assist System), the HOLD function, PRE‑SAFE Currently Unavail‐ Currently Unavail‐ and hill start assist are temporarily unavailable. able See Opera‐...
  • Page 249 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec- ted. The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase. ® ® If ESP is not operational, ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

  • Page 250: Display Message

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

  • Page 251: Display Message

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

  • Page 252: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE ® ® PRE‑SAFE PLUS or PRE‑SAFE Brake is temporarily inoperative. Functions Cur‐ Functions Cur‐ Possible causes are: rently rently Limited Limited See function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual the radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative, e.g.
  • Page 253 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions At least one of the following driving systems or driving safety sys- Radar Sensors Radar Sensors Dirty See Opera‐ Dirty See Opera‐ tems is temporarily restricted or inoperative: tor's Manual tor's Manual COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS ®...

  • Page 254: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The restraint system is faulty. The 6 warning lamp also lights up in the instrument cluster. SRS. Malfunction SRS. Malfunction WARNING Service Required Service Required The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig- gered unintentionally or, in the event of an accident, may not be triggered.
  • Page 255 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Front Passenger Front Passenger Airbag Disabled Airbag Disabled deactivated during the journey, although: See Operator's Operator's Man‐ Man‐ an adult a person of the corresponding stature is on the front-passenger seat If additional forces are applied to the seat, the system may inter- pret the occupant's weight as lower than it actually is.

  • Page 256: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Visit a qualified specialist workshop immediately. Observe the additional information on OCS ( page 54). Front Passenger Front Passenger The front-passenger air bag and front-passenger knee bag are Airbag Enabled Airbag Enabled enabled during the journey, even though: a child, a small adult or an object weighing less than the sys-...

  • Page 257: Display Message

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

  • Page 258: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The turn signal in the left-hand or right-hand exterior mirror is defective. Check Left Mirror Check Left Mirror Visit a qualified specialist workshop. Turn Signal Turn Signal Check Check Right Right Mirror Mirror Turn Signal...

  • Page 259: Display Message

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

  • Page 260: Display Message

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

  • Page 261: Display Message

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

  • Page 262: Display Message

    Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop or on the Internet at http:// bevo.mercedes-benz.com. AMG vehicles: the engine oil level is too low. ! Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil. The engine will...

  • Page 263: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The engine oil level is too low. There is a risk of engine damage. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine, Engine Oil Level Engine Oil Level paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

  • Page 264: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ¨ The vehicle level is too low when the vehicle is stationary. A warn- ing tone also sounds. Vehicle Rising Vehicle Rising Do not pull away. Please Wait Please Wait The vehicle level is set when the display message disappears.

  • Page 265: Display Message

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

  • Page 266: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Blind Spot Assist or Active Blind Spot Assist is defective. Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist Inoperative Inoperative The yellow 9 indicator lamps also light up in the exterior mir- Active Blind Spot Active Blind Spot rors.
  • Page 267 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions DISTRONIC PLUS is temporarily inoperative. DISTRONIC DISTRONIC PLUS PLUS Cur‐ Cur‐ rently rently Unavailable Unavailable Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. See Operator's Operator's Man‐ Man‐ Possible causes are: function is impaired due to heavy rain or snow.

  • Page 268: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot are temporarily inoperative. DTR+: Steering DTR+: Steering Assist. Currently Assist. Currently Possible causes are: Unavailable See Unavailable See the windshield in the camera's field of vision is dirty. Operator's Manual Operator's Manual visibility is impaired due to heavy rain, snow or fog.

  • Page 269: Tires

    Display messages Tires Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Check Check The tire pressure loss warning system has detected a significant loss in pressure. Tire Pressure Soon Tire Pressure Soon A warning tone also sounds. Possible causes: you have changed the positions of the wheels and tires or instal- led new wheels and tires.

  • Page 270: Tire Pressure

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure is too low in at least one of the tires, or the tire Correct Correct pressure difference between the wheels is too great. Tire Pressure Tire Pressure Check the tire pressures at the next opportunity ( page 352).
  • Page 271 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure in one or more tires has dropped suddenly. The Warning Warning wheel position is shown in the multifunction display. Tire Malfunction Tire Malfunction WARNING If you drive with a flat tire, there is a risk of the following hazards: a flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle.

  • Page 272: Display Message

    Display messages Vehicle Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Shift Shift to to 'P' 'P' or or 'N' You have attempted to start the engine with the transmission in position R or D. to Start Engine to Start Engine Shift the selector lever to position P or N.

  • Page 273: Display Message

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions A malfunction has occurred in the mechanical transmission com- Transmission Mal‐ Transmission Mal‐ function Stop function Stop ponents. A warning tone also sounds. The gearbox automatically shifts to position N. Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

  • Page 274: Keyless-Go

    Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Ð The power steering is malfunctioning. A warning tone also sounds. Power Power Steering Steering Mal‐ Mal‐ WARNING function See Oper‐ function See Oper‐ ator's Manual ator's Manual You will need to use more force to steer. There is a risk of an accident.
  • Page 275 Display messages Display messages Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions  The display message is shown for a maximum of 60 seconds and is only a reminder. Don't Forget Your Don't Forget Your You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off. The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock.

  • Page 276: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster General notes Some systems carry out a self-diagnosis when the ignition is switched on. Therefore, some indicator and warning lamps may light up or flash temporarily. This behavior is non-critical. These indicator and warning lamps only indicate a malfunction if they light up or flash after starting the engine or whilst driving.

  • Page 277: Warning And Indicator Lamps In The Instrument Cluster

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ü The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt. The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h) or has briefly The red seat belt warn- been driven faster than 15 mph (25 km/h).

  • Page 278: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions $ (USA only) WARNING J (Canada only) There is not enough brake fluid in the brake fluid reservoir. The red brake system The braking effect may be impaired. warning lamp comes on There is a risk of an accident.

  • Page 279: Warning Lamp

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

  • Page 280: Warning Lamp

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

  • Page 281: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions ÷ å ® , BAS, BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist, COLLISION PRE- ® ® VENTION ASSIST PLUS, PRE‑SAFE , PRE‑SAFE PLUS, ® The yellow ESP ®...

  • Page 282: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Engine Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions There may be a malfunction, for example: The yellow Check in the engine management Engine warning lamp in the fuel injection system lights up while the in the exhaust system engine is running.
  • Page 283 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The coolant level is too low. The red coolant warn- If the coolant level is correct, the airflow to the engine radiator may ing lamp comes on be blocked or the electric engine radiator fan may be malfunc- while the engine is run- tioning.

  • Page 284: Plus

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions Leave the vehicle and keep a safe distance from the vehicle until the engine has cooled down. Check the coolant level and add coolant, observing the warning notes ( page 315).

  • Page 285: Warning Lamp

    Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster Tires Problem Possible causes/consequences and M M Solutions The tire pressure monitor has detected a loss of pressure in at least one of the tires. The yellow tire pressure monitor warning lamp WARNING (pressure loss/ With tire pressures which are too low, there is a risk of the fol-...
  • Page 287 Useful information ......286 Stowage areas ........286 Features ..........293...

  • Page 288: Loading Guidelines

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

  • Page 289: Eyeglasses Compartment

    Stowage areas around, thus striking vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, especially when brak- ing or abruptly changing directions. Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around in these or in similar situa- tions. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage compartments, parcel nets or stowage nets.

  • Page 290: Center Console

    Stowage areas Stowage compartments in the center Stowage compartment under the arm- console rest All models except AMG vehicles To open: pull handle : up. The armrest folds out. To open: slide the cover forwards by han- dle : in the direction of the arrow until it Depending on the vehicle's equipment, the engages.

  • Page 291: Rear

    Stowage areas To open: pull handle : up and fold To open: fold down seat armrest ;. cover ; forwards. Fold cover : of the armrest upwards. On vehicles with a fire extinguisher, the fire extinguisher is located in the stowage Stowage nets compartment under the driver's seat.

  • Page 292: Cargo Tie Down Rings

    Stowage areas Folding the seat backrest back Observe the loading guidelines ( page 286). The left-hand and right-hand rear seat backr- ! Make sure that the seat belt does not ests can be folded down separately to become trapped when folding the rear seat increase the trunk capacity.

  • Page 293: Easy-Pack Trunk Box

    Stowage areas Distribute the load on the cargo tie-down Do not transport sharp-edged, pointed or rings evenly. fragile objects in the EASY-PACK trunk box. Always store and secure these or similar Do not use elastic straps or nets to secure objects in the trunk outside of the EASY- a load, as these are only intended as an PACK trunk box.
  • Page 294 Stowage areas To raise the load surface: press switch Stowage well under the trunk floor ! Unhook the handle before again before Load surface ; of the box moves up auto- closing the trunk lid and clip it in securely to matically.

  • Page 295: Important Safety Notes

    Features ! Mercedes-Benz recommends that you Features only use roof carriers that have been tested Cup holder and approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This helps to prevent damage to the vehi- Important safety notes cle. WARNING Position the load on the roof carrier in such...

  • Page 296: Partment

    Features You can remove the cup holder's rubber mat You can remove the insert and the rubber mat for cleaning. Clean with clear, lukewarm of the cup holder to clean them. Clean them water only. with clean, lukewarm water only. Cup holder in the rear seat armrest ! Do not sit on or support your body weight on the rear seat armrest when it is folded...

  • Page 297: Overview

    Features Always stow objects so that they cannot be Always keep the mirror cover folded down thrown around in such situations. while driving. Always make sure that objects do not pro- trude from stowage spaces, parcel nets or stowage nets. Close the lockable stowage spaces while driving.

  • Page 298: Ashtray

    Features Rear window roller sunblind Ashtray Important safety notes Front ashtray ! The stowage space under the ashtray is WARNING not heat resistant. Before placing lit ciga- Parts of the body could be trapped in the rettes in the ashtray, make sure that the sweep of the roller sunblind when the roller ashtray is properly engaged.

  • Page 299: Cigarette Lighter

    Features To open: briefly press the trim on cover :. There is a risk of fire and injury. The stowage compartment opens. Always hold the cigarette lighter by the knob. To remove the insert: slide insert ; for- Always make sure that the cigarette lighter is wards in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 300: General Notes

    Features Socket in the front-compartment center console AMG vehicles Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149). All vehicles (except AMG) To open: briefly press the trim on cover :. To open: slide cover : forwards until it The stowage compartment opens.

  • Page 301: Roadside Assistance

    A malfunction in the system has been detec- contact one of the following telephone hot- ted if one of the following occurs: lines: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center The indicator lamp in the SOS button does at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) not come on during the system self-test.

  • Page 302: Emergency Call

    The audio output is muted. have to be summoned by other means. Have the system checked at the nearest Once the connection has been made, the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or contact Call Connected Call Connected message appears in the the following service hotlines: multifunction display.

  • Page 303: Roadside Assistance Button

    In this case, summon assistance by other To call Roadside Assistance: press Road- means. side Assistance button :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Making an emergency call Customer Assistance Center. The indicator lamp in Roadside Assistance button : flashes while the call is active.

  • Page 304: Mb Info Call Button

    This can occur if the relevant mobile phone To call MB Info: press MB Info call but- network is not available, for example. ton :. This initiates a call to the Mercedes-Benz Call Failed Call Failed message appears in the Customer Assistance Center.

  • Page 305: Search & Send

    An emergency call can only be terminated by the relevant mobile phone network is avail- the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance able and data transfer is possible. Center. Route Assistance All other calls can be ended by pressing:...

  • Page 306: Vehicle Remote Unlocking

    Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center. order as the order in which they were sent. The vehicle can be immediately remotely If you own multiple Mercedes-Benz vehicles locked within four days of the ignition being with mbrace and activated mbrace accounts: turned off. After this time, remote closing may If multiple vehicles are registered under the be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes.
  • Page 307 Sending If the anti-theft alarm system is activated for vehicle diagnostics data. (Voice vehicle diagnostics data. (Voice longer than 30 seconds, the Mercedes-Benz connection may be interrupted dur‐ connection may be interrupted dur‐ Customer Assistance Center is automatically ing data...

  • Page 308: Downloading Routes

    Features Speed alert at a later time by another means, e.g. by e- mail or phone. You can define the upper speed limit, which Another function of the Vehicle Health Check must not be exceeded by the vehicle. is the transfer of service data to the Customer If this selected speed is exceeded by the vehi- Assistance Center.

  • Page 309: General Notes

    If you have difficulty programing the integrated garage door opener, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Alternatively, you can call the following tele- phone assistance services: USA: Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes Canada: Customer Service at 1-800-387-0100 ® HomeLink...

  • Page 310: Synchronizing The Rolling Code

    Features Synchronizing the rolling code Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149). Pay attention to the "Important safety notes" page 307). Select one of buttons ; to ? to use to control the garage door drive. If the garage door system uses a rolling code, you will also have to synchronize the garage To start programming mode: press and...

  • Page 311: Opening/Closing The Garage Door

    Features Problems when programming law, some U.S. garage door openers also fea- ture a "break". If you are experiencing problems programing Proceed as follows: the integrated garage door opener on the rear-view mirror, take note of the following if you live in Canada instructions: if you have difficulties programming the Check the transmitter frequency used by...

  • Page 312: Floormats

    Features Please also read the operating instructions loose floormats and do not place floormats on for the garage door system. top of one another. Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni- tion lock ( page 149). Press button ;, = or ? which you have programmed to operate the garage door.
  • Page 313 Useful information ......312 Engine compartment ......312 Maintenance ........316 Care ............ 317...

  • Page 314: Useful Information

    Engine compartment Useful information WARNING The engine compartment contains moving This Operator's Manual describes all components. Certain components, such as models and all standard and optional equip- the radiator fan, may continue to run or start ment of your vehicle available at the time of again suddenly when the ignition is off.

  • Page 315: Engine Compartment

    Engine compartment ! Make sure that the windshield wipers are Engine oil not folded away from the windshield. You General notes could otherwise damage the windshield wipers or the hood. Depending on your driving style, the vehicle consumes up to 0.9 US qt (0.8 liters) of oil per 600 miles (1,000 km).

  • Page 316: Engine Oil Adding

    Further information on engine oil vice system. You can obtain a list of the page 389). engine oils and oil filters tested and approved in accordance with the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products at any Mercedes-Benz Service center.

  • Page 317: Adding Washer Fluid

    WARNING If necessary, add coolant that has been tes- The engine cooling system is pressurized, par- ted and approved by Mercedes-Benz. ticularly when the engine is warm. When Replace cap : and turn it clockwise as far opening the cap, you could be scalded by hot as it will go.

  • Page 318: Maintenance

    Serv. Serv. menu. You can obtain further information from an Press the 9 or : button to select the authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or at ASSYST PLUS ASSYST PLUS submenu and confirm by http://www.mbusa.com (USA only). pressing the a button.

  • Page 319: Care

    Further information Use care products and cleaning agents rec- can be obtained at a qualified specialist work- ommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. shop, e.g. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Cen- ter. Washing the vehicle and cleaning the Driving abroad...

  • Page 320: Function

    P automatically and locks the Use a mild cleaning agent, such as a car wheels. You can prevent this by shifting shampoo approved by Mercedes-Benz. the automatic transmission to N before- Thoroughly hose down the vehicle with a hand.

  • Page 321: Paint

    Do not aim directly at any of the following: mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. tires This is the case approximately every three to five months, depending on the climate con- door gaps, roof gaps, joints, etc.

  • Page 322: Matte Finish

    Do from the range of recommended and not touch the insides of the windows with approved Mercedes-Benz care products. hard objects, e.g. an ice scraper or ring. There is otherwise a risk of damaging the windows.

  • Page 323: Exterior Lights

    You could become trapped by the windshield a wet sponge and mild cleaning agent, e.g. wipers if they start moving while cleaning the Mercedes-Benz car shampoo or cleaning windshield or wiper blades. There is a risk of cloths. injury.

  • Page 324: Camera

    Clean the exhaust pipe with a care product tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. Use clear water and a soft cloth to clean camera lens :. Interior care Cleaning the 360°...

  • Page 325: Gear Or Selector Lever

    Thoroughly wipe with a damp cloth or use differences in the texture leather care agents that have been recom- marks caused by growth and injury mended and approved by Mercedes-Benz. slight nuances of color These are characteristics of leather and not Cleaning genuine wood and trim ele- material defects.

  • Page 326: Carpets

    Use clean, lukewarm water and soap solu- tion. Cleaning the headliner and carpets Headliner: if it is very dirty, use a soft brush or dry shampoo. Carpets: use the carpet and textile clean- ing agents recommended and approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 327 Useful information ......326 Where will I find...? ......326 Flat tire ..........327 Battery (vehicle) ........ 331 Jump-starting ........335 Towing and tow-starting ....337 Fuses ..........340...

  • Page 328: Useful Information

    Where will I find...? The vehicle tool kit contains: Useful information Folding wheel chock This Operator's Manual describes all Fuse allocation chart models and all standard and optional equip- Jack ment of your vehicle available at the time of Alignment bolt publication of the Operator's Manual.

  • Page 329: Flat Tire

    Flat tire directly assisting in the wheel change Flat tire should, for example, stand behind the bar- Preparing the vehicle rier. Get out of the vehicle. Pay attention to traf- Your vehicle may be equipped with: fic conditions when doing so. MOExtended tires (tires with run-flat prop- Close the driver's door.

  • Page 330: Tirefit Kit

    Flat tire The driving distance possible in run-flat mode you see smoke and smell rubber. may be reduced by extreme driving condi- ® is intervening constantly. tions/maneuvers, or it can be increased there are tears in the sidewalls of the tire. through a moderate style of driving.
  • Page 331 Flat tire If tire sealant is swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth out thoroughly and drink plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting, and seek medical attention immediately. Immediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with tire sealant. If an allergic reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
  • Page 332 Flat tire Tire pressure reached Do not switch off the tire inflation com- pressor during this phase. WARNING Allow the tire inflation compressor to run A tire temporarily sealed with tire sealant for five minutes. The tire should then have impairs the driving characteristics and is not attained a pressure of at least 180 kPa suitable for higher speeds.

  • Page 333: Battery (Vehicle)

    Battery (vehicle) Have the tire sealant bottle replaced as the tire in this instance. Damaged tires and a soon as possible at a qualified specialist tire pressure that is too low can significantly workshop. impair the vehicle's braking and driving char- Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every acteristics.
  • Page 334 Battery (vehicle) Before handling the battery, touch the vehicle ies. Wash away battery acid immediately with body to remove any existing electrostatic plenty of clean water and seek medical atten- build-up. tion. The highly flammable gas mixture forms when Environmental note charging the battery as well as when jump- Batteries contain dangerous starting.

  • Page 335: Charging The Battery

    Battery (vehicle) The battery and the cover of the positive can also charge the battery with a charger terminal clamp must be installed securely recommended by Mercedes-Benz. Contact a during operation. qualified specialist workshop for further infor- mation. Comply with safety precautions and take pro- Have the battery condition of charge checked tective measures when handling batteries.
  • Page 336 Never charge a battery still installed in the vehicle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes-Benz is being used . A battery charger unit specially adapted for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz is available as an accessory.

  • Page 337: Jump-Starting

    Jump-starting Jump-starting For the jump-starting procedure, use only the jump-starting connection point, consisting of a positive terminal and a ground point, in the engine compartment. WARNING Battery acid is caustic. There is a risk of injury. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Do not inhale any battery gases. Do not lean over the battery.
  • Page 338 Jump-starting Only jump-start from batteries with a 12 V voltage rating. Only use jumper cables which have a sufficient cross-section and insulated terminal clamps. If the battery is fully discharged, leave the battery that is being used to jump-start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start.

  • Page 339: Towing And Tow-Starting

    Towing and tow-starting First, remove the jumper cables from ground point A and negative terminal ?, then from positive clamp ; and positive terminal =. Begin each time at the contacts on your own vehicle first. Close cover : of positive clamp ; after removing the jumper cables. Have the battery checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

  • Page 340: Installing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting ! If you tow or tow-start another vehicle, its weight must not exceed the maximum per- missible gross vehicle weight of your vehi- cle. It is better to have the vehicle transported than to have it towed away. If the vehicle has suffered transmission dam- age, have it transported on a transporter or trailer.

  • Page 341: Removing The Towing Eye

    Towing and tow-starting Take cover ; off the opening. When towing with the hazard warning lamps switched on, use the combination Screw in the towing eye clockwise as far as switch as usual to signal a change of direc- it will go and tighten it. tion.

  • Page 342: Fuses Allocation Chart

    ! Only use fuses that have been approved Secure the vehicle. for Mercedes-Benz vehicles and which have the correct fuse rating for the system concerned. Otherwise, components or sys- Notes on 4MATIC vehicles tems could be damaged.

  • Page 343: Fuses

    Fuses The fuses are located in various fuse boxes: To open: take lines : out of the guides. Move lines : to one side. Fuse box in the engine compartment on the left-hand side of the vehicle, when viewed Open retaining clamps ;. in the direction of travel Remove the fuse box cover forwards.

  • Page 345: Wheels And Tires

    Useful information ......344 Important safety notes ..... 344 Operation ........... 344 Winter operation ....... 346 Tire pressure ........348 Loading the vehicle ......355 All about wheels and tires ....359 Changing a wheel ......367 Wheel and tire combinations ... 372 Emergency spare wheel ....

  • Page 346: Useful Information

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

  • Page 347: Checking

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

  • Page 348: M+S Tires

    (hydroplaning). form, thereby damaging the tires perma- Replace the tires after six years at the lat- nently. Mercedes-Benz cannot accept est, regardless of wear. responsibility for this type of damage. Observe the notes on the emergency spare...

  • Page 349: Winter Operation

    ® tems such as ABS and ESP to function opti- by Mercedes-Benz, or are of a corresponding mally in winter. These tires have been devel- standard of quality. For more information, oped specifically for driving in snow.

  • Page 350: Recommended

    Tire pressure general notes in the "Emergency spare wheel" Tire pressure section ( page 379). Tire pressure specifications Further information on tire pressures can be obtained at a qualified specialist workshop. Important safety notes WARNING Tire and Loading Information placard Underinflated or overinflated tires pose the following risks: the tires may burst, especially as the load...

  • Page 351: Tire Pressure

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

  • Page 352: Maximum

    Tire pressure The tires are cold: wear excessively and/or unevenly have an adverse effect on fuel consumption if the vehicle has been parked without direct sunlight on the tires for at least three Overinflated tires hours and if the vehicle has not been driven further WARNING than 1 mile (1.6 km) Tires with excessively high pressure can burst...

  • Page 353: Important Safety Notes

    Tire pressure of rotation of a wheel changes as a result of a Checking the tire pressures loss of pressure, a corresponding warning Important safety notes message will appear in the multifunction dis- play. Observe the notes on tire pressure You can recognize the tire pressure loss warn- page 348).

  • Page 354: Restarting

    Tire pressure Restarting the tire pressure loss warn- After a teach-in period, the tire pressure ing system loss warning system will monitor the set tire pressures of all four tires. Restart the tire pressure loss warning system If you wish to cancel the restart: if you have: Press the % button.
  • Page 355 Tire pressure weeks when cold and inflated to the pressure from functioning properly. Always check the recommended by the vehicle manufacturer TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one on the Tire and Loading Information placard or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to on the driver's door B-pillar or the tire pres- ensure that the replacement or alternate Tires sure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap.

  • Page 356: Checking The Tire Pressure Elec Tronically

    Tire pressure In addition to the warning lamp, a message the tire pressure value to the individual appears in the multifunction display. Observe wheels is not possible, the Tire Pressure Tire Pressure the information on display messages Monitor Active Monitor Active display message is shown page 267).

  • Page 357: Loading The Vehicle

    Loading the vehicle Restarting the tire pressure monitor After driving for a few minutes, the system checks whether the current tire pressures When you restart the tire pressure monitor, all are within the specified range. The new tire existing warning messages are deleted and pressures are then accepted as reference the warning lamps go out.
  • Page 358 Loading the vehicle of the tire sizes and corresponding pres- of occupants and cargo should never sures for tires mounted at the factory. exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs." (2) The vehicle identification plate is on the The gross weight of all vehicle occupants, B-pillar on the driver's side.
  • Page 359 Loading the vehicle Determining the correct load limit Step-by-step instructions The following steps have been developed as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the "National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966". Step 1: Locate the statement "The com- bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs."...
  • Page 360 Loading the vehicle Example: steps 1 to 3 The following table shows examples on how to calculate total and cargo load capacities with varying seating configurations and number and size of occupants. The following examples use a load limit of 1500 lbs (680 kg). This is for illustration purposes only. Make sure you are using the actual load limit for your vehicle stated on your vehicle's Tire and Loading Information placard ( page 355).

  • Page 361: All About Wheels And Tires

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

  • Page 362: Temperature

    All passenger car tires must conform to the ing point. statutory safety requirements in addition to Mercedes-Benz recommends a minimum these grades. tread depth of ã in (4 mm) on all four winter tires. Observe the legally required minimum...

  • Page 363: Labeling (Overview)

    All about wheels and tires Tire labeling Therefore, only use tire types and sizes approved for your vehicle model. Observe the Overview tire load rating and speed rating required for your vehicle. Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in % Tire code Rim diameter Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards page 365)
  • Page 364 All about wheels and tires lated by dividing the tire width by the tire Index Speed rating height. up to 130 mph (210 km/h) Tire code: tire code = specifies the tire type. "R" represents radial tires; "D" represents up to 149 mph (240 km/h) diagonal tires;...

  • Page 365: Load Index

    All about wheels and tires Load index Index Speed rating up to 130 mph (210 km/h) H M+S up to 149 mph (240 km/h) V M+S Not all tires with the M+S marking provide the driving characteristics of winter tires. In addition to the M+S marking, winter tires also have the i snowflake symbol on the tire wall.

  • Page 366: Characteristics

    All about wheels and tires ble load can be found on the vehicle's Tire and Tire type code: tire type code ? can be used Loading Information placard on the B-pillar on by the manufacturer as a code to describe the driver's side ( page 355).
  • Page 367 All about wheels and tires DOT (Department of Transportation) Speed rating DOT-marked tires fulfill the requirements of The speed rating is part of the tire identifica- the U S Department of Transportation. tion. It specifies the speed range for which the tire is approved.
  • Page 368 All about wheels and tires Curb weight Tread The weight of a vehicle with standard equip- The part of the tire that comes into contact ment including the maximum capacity of fuel, with the road. oil and coolant. It also includes the air-condi- Bead tioning system and optional equipment if The tire bead ensures that the tire sits...

  • Page 369: Changing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Occupant distribution Always observe the instructions and safety notes in the "Mounting a wheel" section The distribution of occupants in a vehicle at page 368). their designated seating positions. The wear patterns on the front and rear tires Total load limit differ, depending on the operating conditions.

  • Page 370: Preparing The Vehicle

    Changing a wheel rolling away, for example when changing a Mounting a wheel wheel. Preparing the vehicle Fold both plates upwards :. Stop the vehicle on solid, non-slippery and Fold out lower plate ;. level ground. Guide the lugs on the lower plate fully into Apply the parking brake.
  • Page 371 To raise the vehicle, only use the vehicle- specific jack that has been tested and approved by Mercedes-Benz. If used incor- rectly, the jack could tip over with the vehi- cle raised. The jack is designed only to raise and hold the vehicle for a short time while a wheel is being changed.

  • Page 372: Removing A Wheel

    Changing a wheel Using a lug wrench =, loosen the bolts on Make sure the foot of the jack is directly the wheel you wish to change by about one beneath the jacking point. full turn. Do not unscrew the bolts com- Turn crank B clockwise until jack A sits pletely.

  • Page 373: Lowering The Vehicle

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

  • Page 374: Tires/Wheels

    Place the jack to one side. MO = Mercedes-Benz Original MOE = Mercedes-Benz Original Extended (tires featuring run-flat characteristics) MO1 = Mercedes-Benz Original (only cer- tain AMG tires) Mercedes-Benz Original Extended tires may only be used on wheels that have been specifically approved by Mercedes-Benz.
  • Page 375 Wheel and tire combinations Check tire pressures regularly, and only when the tires are cold. Comply with the mainte- nance recommendations of the tire manufac- turer in the vehicle document wallet. Notes on the vehicle equipment – always equip the vehicle with: tires of the same size on a given axle (left/ right) the same type of tires at a given time (sum-...

  • Page 376: Wheel And Tire Combination

    Wheel and tire combinations Tires CLS 400 Summer tires R 18 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 2, 3 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y...
  • Page 377 Wheel and tire combinations CLS 400 4MATIC Summer tires R 18 Tires Alloy wheels BA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 BA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 2, 3 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y...
  • Page 378 Wheel and tire combinations CLS 550 Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 2, 3 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Tires Alloy wheels...
  • Page 379 Wheel and tire combinations CLS 550 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 8.5 J x 18 H2 FA: 255/40 R18 99 Y XL Wheel offset: 1.36 in (34.5 mm) 2, 3 RA: 285/35 R18 97 Y RA: 9.5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset: 1.89 in (48 mm) Tires Alloy wheels...
  • Page 380 Wheel and tire combinations CLS 63 AMG 4MATIC Summer tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 255/35 ZR19 (96 Y) XL FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) RA: 285/30 ZR19 (98 Y) XL RA: 10.0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 1.85 in (47 mm) Winter tires Tires...

  • Page 381: Emergency Spare Wheel

    Emergency spare wheel Winter tires Tires Alloy wheels FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S i Wheel offset: 1.46 in (37 mm) 4, 5 RA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+Si RA: 9.5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset: 2.05 in (52 mm) FA: 9.0 J x 19 H2 FA: 255/35 R19 96 V XL M+S i...

  • Page 382: Removing

    Lift the trunk floor upwards ( page 292). lapsible spare wheel. It will not otherwise fit Turn stowage well ; counter-clockwise into the spare wheel well. Mercedes-Benz and remove it together with vehicle tool kit recommends that you have this work per- tray :.
  • Page 383 Emergency spare wheel Remove the protective sheet from the vehi- Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni- cle tool kit and pull it over the collapsible tion lock ( page 149). spare wheel. Press on/off switch A on the tire inflation Stow the collapsible spare wheel in the compressor to I.

  • Page 384: Technical Data

    Emergency spare wheel Technical data All vehicles (except AMG vehicles) "Minispare" emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels T 155/60 R18 107 M 4.5 B x 18 H2 Tire pressure: 420 kPa (4.2 bar/61 psi) Wheel offset: 1.42 in (36 mm) AMG vehicles Collapsible spare wheel Tires...

  • Page 385: Technical Data

    Useful information ......384 Information regarding technical data ............ 384 Vehicle electronics ......384 Identification plates ......386 Service products and filling capaci- ties ............. 387 Vehicle data ........392...

  • Page 386: Useful Information

    Consult RF transmitters are not observed. an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for In particular, the following conditions must the data for all vehicle variants and trim be complied with: levels.
  • Page 387 Deviations with respect to wavebands, maxi- mum transmission outputs or antenna posi- Trunked radio/Tetra tions must be approved by Mercedes-Benz. 70 cm waveband Mobile communications (2G/3G/4G)

  • Page 388: Identification Plates

    Identification plates The data shown on the vehicle identifica- Identification plates tion plate is used only as an example. This Vehicle identification plate with vehi- data is different for every vehicle and can cle identification number (VIN) deviate from the data shown here. You can find the data applicable to your vehicle on the vehicle identification plate.

  • Page 389: Important Safety Notes

    Mercedes-Benz warranty or goodwill ges- Wash away fuel from skin immediately tures. They are listed in this Mercedes-Benz using soap and water. Operator's Manual in the appropriate section. If fuel comes into contact with your eyes,...

  • Page 390: Grade (Gasoline)

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

  • Page 391: Service Products And Filling Capacities

    Information on refueling ( page 168). The engine oils are matched to the perform- Additives ance of Mercedes-Benz engines and service ! Operating the engine with fuel additives intervals. You should therefore only use added later can lead to engine failure. Do engine oils and oil filters that are approved for not mix fuel additives with fuel.

  • Page 392: Notes

    Brake fluid Further information on coolants can be WARNING found in the Mercedes-Benz Specifications for Service Products, MB BeVo 310.1, e.g. The brake fluid constantly absorbs moisture on the Internet at from the air. This lowers the boiling point of http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com.

  • Page 393: Washer Fluid

    -49 ‡ [-45 †]). Otherwise, heat ! Only MB SummerFit and MB WinterFit will not be dissipated as effectively. washer fluid should be mixed together. The Mercedes-Benz recommends an antifreeze/ spray nozzles may otherwise become corrosion inhibitor concentrate in accord- blocked.

  • Page 394: Vehicle Data

    ! Only the refrigerant R‑134a and the PAG AMG vehicles Capacity oil approved by Mercedes-Benz may be used. The approved PAG oil may not be Refrigerant mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R-134a refrigerant. Other-...
  • Page 395 Vehicle data Dimensions and weights (CLS Coupe) All models (except for AMG vehicles) Vehicle width 81.7 in (2075 mm) including exterior mirrors Wheelbase 113.1 in (2874 mm) Maximum roof load 220 lb (100 kg) Maximum trunk 220 lb (100 kg) load Model : Opening height...

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