Mercedes Amg Sls 2012 Owner's Manual
SLS AMG
Operator's Manual
Order no. 6515 4881 13 Part no. 197 584 10 81 Edition B2012
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SLS AMG Operator's Manual
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 18
At aglance ........................................... 25
Safety ................................................... 35
Opening/closing ................................. 63
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 83
Lights and windshield wipers ............ 93
Climatecontrol ................................. 103
Driving and parking .......................... 113
On-boardcomputer and displays .... 147
Stowage and features ...................... 199
Maintenance and care ...................... 217
Breakdown assistance ..................... 231
Tires and wheels ............................... 249
Technical data ................................... 275
Contents
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1, 2, 3...
12 Vsocket
see Sockets
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Function/notes ................................ 55
Warning lamp .................................192
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 106
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 59
Additional speedometer ................... 157
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 282
Adjustinglumbar support .................. 86
Airbags
Display message ............................ 171
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger)....................................... 39
Important safety notes .................... 38
Knee bag .......................................... 40
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Side impact airbag .......................... 40
Air-conditioningsystem
see Climate control
Airfilter (display message) .............. 180
Airpressure
see Tire pressure
AIRSCARF
Setting the vents ........................... 111
Switching on/off .............................. 87
Airvents
Important safetynotes .................. 110
Setting ........................................... 110
Setting the AIRSCARFvents .......... 111
Setting the center airvents ........... 110
Setting the sideair vents ............... 110
Switching AIRSCARFon/off ............ 87
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG
Adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 138
Button for AMG menu .................... 126
E-SELECT lever.............................. 119
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 160
SETUP ............................................ 126
SPEEDSHIFT DCT 7-gearsport
transmission .................................. 119
Anti-lockBraking System
seeABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-TheftAlarm system
seeATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 203
ASSYST PLUSservice interval
display
Hiding service messages ............... 222
Service messages .......................... 222
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 59
Function ...........................................59
Switching off the alarm .................... 59
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 154
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 174
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 95
B
Back support
see Lumbar support
Backup lamp
Display message ............................ 175
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 55
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery
Display message ............................ 185
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 66
Important safety notes .................... 65
Replacing ......................................... 66
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 242
Display message ............................ 178
Important safety notes .................. 240
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Index
Jump starting ................................. 243
Location ......................................... 242
Belt
see Seat belts
BlindSpot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 156
Display message ............................ 181
Notes/function .............................. 143
Brake Assist System
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 169
Notes ............................................. 282
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 174
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 55
BAS .................................................. 55
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 282
Display message ............................ 165
Driving tips .................................... 133
High-performance brake system .... 134
Important safety notes .................. 133
Maintenance .................................. 134
Warning lamp ........................ 190, 192
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away/tow-starting
Bulbs
see Changing bulbs
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California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees .................... 19
Callingupamalfunction
see Display messages
Capacities
see Technical data
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Carwash........................................ 223
Display ........................................... 228
Exterior lights ................................ 227
Matte finish ................................... 225
Notes ............................................. 223
Paint .............................................. 225
Plastic trim .................................... 228
Power washer ................................ 224
Rearview camera .......................... 228
Seat belt........................................ 229
Seat cover ..................................... 229
Sensors ......................................... 228
Soft top .......................................... 226
Tailpipes ....................................... 228
Trim pieces .................................... 229
Wheels ........................................... 225
Windows ........................................ 226
Wiper blades .................................. 227
Wooden trim .................................. 229
Car wash (care) ................................. 223
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 154
Center console
Lowersection .................................. 31
Uppersection .................................. 30
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 159
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 64
Changing bulbs
Important safety notes .................... 98
License plate lighting ....................... 99
Charge maintenance socket ............ 215
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 51
Restraint systems ............................ 51
Child seat
Specialseat belt retractor ............... 53
Top Tether ....................................... 53
Cigarette lighter ................................ 203
Climate control
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 105
Controlling automatically ............... 107
Cooling with airdehumidification .. 106
Defrosting the windows ................. 109
Defrosting the windshield .............. 108
Important safety notes .................. 104
Indicator lamp ................................ 107
Maximum cooling .......................... 108
Notes on using automatic climate
control ........................................... 106
Overview of systems ...................... 104
Index
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Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 107
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 109
Refrigerant ..................................... 282
Setting the airdistribution ............. 107
Setting the airflow ......................... 108
Setting the airvents...................... 110
Setting the temperature ................ 107
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 109
Switching on/off ........................... 106
Switching the MONO function on/
off .................................................. 108
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 109
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 26
see Instrument cluster
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch ............................ 96
Consumptionstatistics(on-board
computer) .......................................... 152
Convenience closing feature .............. 77
Convenience opening feature ............ 77
see Opening/closing the side
windows (all)
Coolant
Display message ............................ 177
Coolant(engine)
Checkingthe level ......................... 220
Notes ............................................. 283
Temperature (on-board computer) .160
Cooling
see Climate control
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ................................................. 98
Cruisecontrol
Cruise control lever....................... 137
Deactivating ................................... 138
Display message ............................ 180
Driving system ............................... 136
Function/notes ............................. 136
Important safety notes .................. 136
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 137
Setting aspeed .............................. 137
Storing and maintaining current
speed .............................................137
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 202
Important safety notes .................. 202
Curb weight
see Technical data
Customer AssistanceCenter (CAC) ... 22
Customer Relations Department ....... 22
D
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Data
see Technical data
Daytime runninglamps
Display message ............................ 175
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 157
Switching on/off (switch) ................ 95
Dealership
see Qualified specialist workshop
Delayedswitch-off
Exteriorlighting (on-board
computer)...................................... 158
Interior lighting .............................. 159
Diagnosticsconnection ...................... 21
Digital speedometer ......................... 152
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 228
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS service interval
display........................................... 222
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 164
Driving systems ............................. 180
Engine ............................................ 176
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 164
Lights .............................................173
Safety systems .............................. 170
Service intervaldisplay .................. 222
SmartKey ....................................... 185
Tires............................................... 181
Vehicle ...........................................183
Distancerecorder ............................. 152
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
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Index
Door controlpanel
Overview .......................................... 33
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 159
Automatic locking (switch) ...............71
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) .......................................64
Display message .................... 183, 185
Emergency locking ........................... 72
Emergency unlocking ....................... 71
Important safety notes .................... 69
Opening (from inside) ...................... 70
Draft stop ............................................. 80
Drinking and driving ......................... 132
Drinks holder
see Cupholder
Drive program .................................... 122
Automatic ...................................... 124
Manual ...........................................126
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 160
Driveprogram display ...................... 121
Driver's door
see Doors
Driver's seat
see Seats
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 223
Symmetrical low beam.................... 94
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving on flooded roads .................. 135
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 55
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 59
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 55
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution) ..................................... 59
ESP®(ElectronicStability
Program) .......................................... 56
ETS (ElectronicTraction System) ..... 56
Important safety information ........... 54
Overview .......................................... 54
Driving systems
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 138
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 143
Cruise control ................................ 136
Display message ............................ 180
PARKTRONIC................................. 139
Rearview camera .......................... 142
Driving tips
AMG ceramichigh-performance
compound brake system ............... 134
Brakes ........................................... 133
Break-in period .............................. 114
Downhill gradient ........................... 133
Drinking and driving ....................... 132
Driving abroad ................................. 94
Driving in winter .............................135
Driving on wet roads...................... 135
Exhaust check ............................... 133
Fuel ................................................ 132
General .......................................... 132
Hydroplaning ................................. 135
Icy road surfaces ........................... 136
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads................................... 134
Pedals............................................ 132
Snow chains .................................. 252
Symmetrical low beam.................... 94
Wet road surface ........................... 133
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 154
DVD video(on-board computer) ...... 155
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 159
Function/notes ................................ 88
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ............................. 89
Function/notes ................................ 88
Switching on/off ........................... 159
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 165
Function/notes ................................ 59
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
ElectronicStability Program
see ESP®(ElectronicStability Program)
Electronic TractionSystem
seeETS
Index
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Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 71
Trunk ............................................... 75
Vehicle ............................................. 71
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ...........................................50
Safety guidelines............................. 37
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 18
Engine
Display message ............................ 176
Engine number............................... 278
Irregularrunning ............................ 118
Starting .......................................... 116
Starting problems .......................... 118
Starting the engine with the key .... 116
Starting with the KEYLESS-GO
start function ................................. 116
Switching off .................................. 130
Engine diagnostics warning lamp .... 194
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 118
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 220
Additives ........................................ 282
Checking the oil level..................... 219
Display
message ................................ 178, 179
Filling capacity ............................... 280
Notes about oil grades ................... 282
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 219
Temperature (on-board computer) .160
Temperature gauge ........................ 148
Viscosity ........................................ 282
E-SELECT lever ................................... 119
ESP®(Electronic Stability
Program)
Deactivating/activating ................... 57
Display message ............................ 170
Function/notes ................................ 56
Important safety information ........... 56
Warning lamp ................................. 192
ETS (Electronic Traction System) ....... 56
Exhaustcheck ................................... 133
Exhausttail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 228
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 89
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 90
Folding in/out(automatically) ......... 90
Folding in/out(electrically) ............. 90
Folding in whenlocking(on-board
computer) ...................................... 160
Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 90
Setting ............................................. 90
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 91
Storing the parking position ............. 91
F
Fillercap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 232
Flat tire
Changing awheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 236
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 233
Raising the vehicle ......................... 237
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 233
Floormat .............................................216
Frontwindshield
see Windshield
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 281
Consumption statistics.................. 152
Displaying the range ...................... 152
Driving tips .................................... 132
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Important safety notes .................. 280
Premium-grade unleadedgasoline .281
Problem (malfunction) ................... 129
Refueling ........................................ 127
Specifications ................................ 281
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 280
Fuelfiller flap, opening/closing ....... 127
Fuelfilter(display message) ............ 180
Fuellevel
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 152
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Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 280
Problem (malfunction) ................... 129
Fuse box
Front-passenger footwell ............... 247
Rearcompartment......................... 248
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 247
Before changing ............................. 247
Important safety notes .................. 247
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 215
Notes ............................................. 212
Opening/closing the garage door .. 215
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 213
Gasoline ............................................. 127
Gear indicator .................................... 121
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 276
Glove box ........................................... 200
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ........................ 96
Head bags ............................................ 41
Headlamp cleaning system
Notes ............................................. 284
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 221
Cleaning system (function) .............. 97
Fogging up ....................................... 97
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head level heating(AIRSCARF) .......... 87
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 175
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Hill start assist .................................. 117
Hood
Closing ...........................................219
Display message ............................ 183
Opening ......................................... 218
Hydroplaning ..................................... 135
I
Ignition lock ....................................... 115
Immobilizer .......................................... 59
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 27
Settings ......................................... 157
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 28
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 158
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Interior lighting
Automatic control ............................ 97
Delayedswitch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 159
Emergency lighting .......................... 98
Manual control .................................98
Overview .......................................... 97
Reading lamp ................................... 97
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 232
Using ............................................. 237
Jump start (engine)
see Jump starting (engine)
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 243
K
Key
see SmartKey
KEYLESS-GO start function
Display message ............................ 185
Start/Stop button .......................... 115
Starting the engine ........................ 116
Keypositions
SmartKey ....................................... 115
Kickdown ........................................... 122
Driving tips .................................... 122
Kneebag .............................................. 40
Index
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L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lap time(RACETIMER) ...................... 161
Licenseplate lamp
Changing bulbs ................................ 99
Display message ............................ 175
Lighting
see Lights
Lights
Activating/deactivating the
interiorlighting delayed switch-off .159
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 95
Display message ............................ 173
Driving abroad ................................. 94
Hazard warning lamps ..................... 96
High beamflasher ............................ 96
High-beam headlamps ..................... 96
Lightswitch..................................... 94
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 95
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 157
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (switch) ...................... 95
Switching the exteriorlighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer)............................ 158
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 158
Turn signals ..................................... 96
see Changing bulbs
LIMindicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 137
Locking
see Centrallocking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 71
Emergency locking ........................... 72
From inside(central locking
button) ............................................. 70
Locking centrally
see Centrallocking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 159
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 174
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................... 94
Switching on/off .............................. 95
M
M+S tires ............................................ 252
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Manual drive program ...................... 126
Matte finish (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 225
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 209
Display message ............................ 173
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 209
Emergency call .............................. 206
Important safety notes .................. 205
Locating astolen vehicle............... 210
MB info call button ........................ 208
Remote vehicle locking .................. 210
Roadside Assistance button .......... 207
Search &Send ............................... 209
Self-test ......................................... 205
System .......................................... 205
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 65
Locking vehicle ................................ 72
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 71
Memory card (audio) ......................... 154
Memory function ................................. 91
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 164
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 155
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 65
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MP3
Operation ....................................... 154
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 149
Permanent display......................... 157
Multifunctionsteering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .149
Overview .......................................... 29
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 153
On-board computer ....................... 153
see separate operating instructions
Notes on breaking-inanew
vehicle ................................................ 114
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Faults ............................................... 46
Operation .........................................42
System self-test ............................... 45
Occupant safety
Childreninthe vehicle ..................... 51
System overview .............................. 36
Octanenumber (fuel) ........................ 281
Odometer ........................................... 152
see Trip odometer
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 160
Audiomenu ................................... 154
Convenience submenu .................. 159
Displaying aservice message ........ 222
Display messages .......................... 164
Factory settings ............................. 160
Important safety notes .................. 148
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 157
Lighting submenu .......................... 157
Menu overview .............................. 151
Message memory .......................... 164
Navigation menu ............................ 153
Operation ....................................... 149
RACETIMER ................................... 161
Service menu ................................. 157
Settings menu ............................... 157
Standard display............................ 152
Telephone menu ............................ 155
Trip menu ...................................... 152
Vehicle submenu ........................... 159
Video DVD operation..................... 155
Opening and closing ........................... 69
Operatingsafety
Diagnostics connection ................... 21
Operatingsystem
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ........... 149
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
P
Paintcode number ............................ 277
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 225
Panicalarm .......................................... 54
Parcelnet ........................................... 201
Parking ............................................... 129
Important safety notes .................. 129
Position of exteriormirror, front-
passenger side................................. 91
Rearview camera .......................... 142
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 165
Electric parking brake .................... 130
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 141
Driving system ............................... 139
Function/notes ............................. 139
Problem (malfunction) ................... 142
Range of the sensors ..................... 140
Warning display............................. 141
PASSENGERAIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 42
Pedals .................................................132
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .228
Power steering
Filling capacity ............................... 280
Power washers .................................. 224
Power windows
see Side windows
Index
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Product information ............................ 18
Program selector ............................... 122
Pulling away ...................................... 117
Q
Qualifiedspecialistworkshop ........... 21
R
RACESTART ....................................... 123
RACETIMER(on-board computer) .... 161
Radio
Selecting astation ......................... 154
see separate operating instructions
Readinglamp ....................................... 97
Rear spoiler
Display message ............................ 189
Extending/retracting ..................... 210
Problem ......................................... 212
Rear viewcamera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 228
Function/notes ............................. 142
Rear-viewmirror
Anti-glare(manual) .......................... 89
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 90
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 109
Switching on/off ........................... 109
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Important safety notes .................. 127
Refueling process.......................... 127
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener....................... 212
Reportingsafety defects .................... 22
Reserve (fueltank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 179
Warning lamp ................................. 195
see Fuel
Restraintsystem
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Roadside Assistance(breakdown) .... 19
Roof
see Soft top
Route
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 153
S
Safety
Childreninthe vehicle ..................... 51
Child restraint systems .................... 51
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 42
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 36
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Belt force limiters ............................ 50
Cleaning ......................................... 229
Correct usage .................................. 48
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........50
Fastening ......................................... 49
Important safety guidelines ............. 47
Releasing ......................................... 49
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Specialseat belt retractor ............... 53
Warning lamp ................................. 191
Warning lamp (function) ................... 49
Seats
Adjusting (electrically)..................... 86
Adjusting lumbarsupport................ 86
Cleaning the cover ......................... 229
Correct driver's seatposition ........... 84
Important safety notes .................... 85
Seat heating problem ...................... 87
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 91
Switching AIRSCARFon/off ............ 87
Switching seatheating on/off ......... 86
Selector lever
Positions ........................................ 119
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 228
Service Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Service interval display
Displaying service messages ......... 222
Hiding service messages ............... 222
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Notes ............................................. 222
Service messages .......................... 222
Service menu (on-board computer) .157
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 282
Capacities ...................................... 280
Coolant (engine) ............................ 283
Engine oil ....................................... 282
Fuel ................................................ 280
Important safety notes .................. 278
Notes ............................................. 278
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 282
Washer fluid ...................................284
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 160
On-board computer ....................... 157
Settingthe air distribution ............... 107
Settingthe airflow ............................ 108
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 160
Shift ranges ....................................... 125
Side impact air bag ............................. 40
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 176
Side windows
Convenience closing feature ............ 77
Convenience opening feature .......... 77
Important safety information ........... 75
Opening/closing .............................. 76
Opening/closing (all) ....................... 77
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 77
SmartKey ............................................. 69
Changing the battery ....................... 66
Changing the programming ............. 65
Checking the battery ....................... 66
Convenience closing feature ............ 77
Convenience opening
feature ............................................. 77
Display message ............................ 185
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 64
Loss ................................................. 67
Mechanical key ................................ 65
Opening/closing soft top ................. 79
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 67
Starting the engine ........................ 116
Unlocking/locking vehicle ............... 69
SmartKey positions
KEYLESS-GO start function ............ 115
Snowchains ...................................... 252
Socket
Glove box .......................................204
Sockets
Center console .............................. 204
Points to observe before use ......... 204
Soft top
Cleaning ......................................... 226
Display message ............................ 184
Important safety notes .................... 78
Opening/closing (SmartKey) ........... 79
Opening/closing (with soft-top
switch) ............................................. 78
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 82
Relocking ......................................... 80
wind screen ..................................... 80
Soft-top switch .................................... 78
Spare wheel
see Emergency spare wheel
Specialist workshop ............................ 21
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the
additionalspeedometer ................. 157
Digital............................................ 152
In the Instrument cluster ................. 27
Selecting the unit of
measurement ................................ 157
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating ................... 58
Warning lamp ................................. 193
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 173
Introduction ..................................... 36
Warning lamp ................................. 193
Warning lamp (function) ................... 36
Standinglamps
Display message ............................ 176
Starting (engine) ................................ 116
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically)..................... 88
Button overview ............................... 29
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 149
Important safety notes .................... 88
Index
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Paddle shifters............................... 123
Storing settings (memory
function) .......................................... 91
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 161
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 201
Cupholders ................................... 202
Glove box .......................................200
Important safety information ......... 200
Parcelnet ...................................... 201
Rearwall ........................................ 201
Stowage space
Center console .............................. 201
Center console (rear) ..................... 201
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 252
Sun visor ............................................ 202
Supplemental RestraintSystem
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 158
Suspensiontuning
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 138
Switchingair-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 109
Switchingoff the alarm (ATA) ............ 59
T
Tachometer ........................................ 148
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 175
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 27
Technical data ................................... 284
Notes ............................................. 276
Tires/wheels ................................. 272
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 209
Display message ............................ 173
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 209
Emergency call .............................. 206
Important safety notes .................. 205
Locating astolen vehicle............... 210
MB info call button ........................ 208
Remote vehicle locking .................. 210
Roadside Assistance button .......... 207
Search &Send ............................... 209
Self-test ......................................... 205
System .......................................... 205
Telephone
Accepting acall ............................. 155
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 155
Number from the phone book ........156
Redialing ........................................ 156
Rejecting/ending acall ................. 156
Temperature
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 160
Engine oil ....................................... 148
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 160
Outside temperature ......................149
Theft deterrentsystems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 59
Immobilizer...................................... 59
Theft-deterrentsystems
Tow-awayalarm ............................... 60
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 161
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 233
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 257
Checking manually ........................ 256
Display message .................... 181, 183
Maximum ....................................... 256
Notes ............................................. 254
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 235
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 235
Recommended ............................... 253
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 257
Restarting ...................................... 259
Warning lamp ................................. 196
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 270
Averageweight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 269
Bar (definition) ............................... 268
Characteristics .............................. 268
Checking ........................................ 251
Definition of terms ......................... 268
Direction of rotation...................... 272
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Display message ............................ 181
Distributionofthe vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 271
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ...............................................268
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............ 268
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 269
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 269
GVWR(Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 269
Important safety notes .................. 250
Increasedvehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 269
Kilopascal (kPa)(definition) ........... 270
Labeling (overview)........................ 265
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 271
Load index ..................................... 267
Load index (definition) ................... 270
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 269
Maximum loadonatire
(definition) ..................................... 270
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 270
Maximum tire load......................... 263
Maximum tire load(definition) ....... 270
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 271
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 270
Replacing ....................................... 271
Service life ..................................... 251
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 270
Speed rating (definition) ................ 269
Storing ........................................... 272
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 268
Technical data ............................... 274
Temperature .................................. 264
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 271
Tire bead(definition) ...................... 270
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 270
Tire pressures(recommended)...... 269
Tire size (data) ............................... 272
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speedrating .................... 265
Tire tread ....................................... 251
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 270
Total loadlimit (definition) ............. 271
Traction ......................................... 264
Traction (definition) ....................... 271
Treadwear ..................................... 264
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards...................................... 263
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards(definition) .................... 269
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 270
Wearindicator(definition) ............. 271
Wheelrim (definition).................... 269
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 53
Tow-away alarm .................................. 60
Towing
Important safety guidelines ........... 244
Installing the towing eye................ 245
Removing the towing eye............... 246
With the rear axle raised ................ 246
Towing away
With both axlesonthe ground ....... 246
Transmission
Driving tips .................................... 122
Selector lever................................ 119
Shift range ..................................... 125
Transmission position display ......... 121
Transmission positions .................... 121
Transporting the vehicle .................. 246
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) .229
Trip computer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 152
Trip meter
see Trip odometer
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 152
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 152
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 75
Important safety guidelines ............. 73
Locking separately........................... 74
Opening (automatically from
inside) .............................................. 74
Index
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Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 183
Opening/closing ........................ 73, 74
Trunk load (maximum)
see Technical data
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 174
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 71
From insidethe vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 70
Upshift indicator ............................... 126
V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 203
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 22
Data acquisition ............................... 23
Display message ............................ 183
Equipment ....................................... 18
Individualsettings .......................... 157
Limited Warranty ............................. 22
Loading .......................................... 259
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 72
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 64
Lowering ........................................ 240
Maintenance .................................... 19
Parking for along period ................ 131
Raising ........................................... 237
Reporting problems ......................... 22
Towing away .................................. 244
Transporting .................................. 246
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 71
Unlocking (SmartKey) ................ 64, 69
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle dimensions
see Technical data
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 72
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 277
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 232
Vehicle weights
see Technical data
Video (DVD) ........................................ 155
VIN ...................................................... 277
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Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 192
Brakes ................................... 190, 192
Cruise control ................................ 137
Engine diagnostics ......................... 194
ESP®.............................................. 192
Fuel tank ........................................ 195
Overview .......................................... 28
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 42
Reserve fuel ................................... 195
Seat belt........................................ 191
SPORT handling mode ................... 193
SRS ................................................ 193
Tire pressure monitor .................... 196
Warranty ............................................ 277
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 184
see Windshield washer system
Weight
see Technical data
Wheelbolttightening torque ........... 240
Wheelchock ...................................... 236
Wheels
Changing awheel .......................... 236
Checking ........................................ 251
Cleaning ......................................... 225
Important safety notes .................. 250
Interchanging/changing ................ 271
Mounting awheel .......................... 239
Removing awheel .......................... 239
Storing ........................................... 272
Tightening torque........................... 240
Wheelsize/tiresize ....................... 272
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 226
see Side windows
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Index
Windshield washersystem .............. 221
Notes ............................................. 284
Windshieldwipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 101
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 100
Switching on/off .............................. 99
Winterdriving
Important safety notes.................. 252
Slippery road surfaces ................... 136
Snow chains .................................. 252
Wintertires
M+S tires ....................................... 252
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 227
Important safety notes .................. 100
Wooden trim (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 229
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for the type of vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts as well as
conversion parts and accessories which have
been specifically approved for your vehicle for
their reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz
vehicles, even if they have been
independently or officially approved. The use
of non-approved parts could affect your
vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes-Benz
therefore recommends that you use genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and
accessories that have been approved for the
type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts, approved conversion parts and
accessories are available from any authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Here, you will receive
advice about permissible technical
modifications, and the parts will be
professionally installed.
Operator's Manual
Notes on the Operator's Manual
This Operator's Manual contains agreat deal
of helpful information. We urge you to read it
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. Country-specific differences are
possible. Please note that your vehicle may
not be equipped with all features described.
This also applies to safety-related systems
and functions. The equipment in your vehicle
may therefore differ from some of the
descriptions or illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all
systems installed in your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
if you have any questions about equipment or
operation.
The Operator's Manual and the Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Service and literature
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the
warranties printed in the Service and
Warranty Information booklet. Your
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
exchange or repair any defective parts
originally installed in the vehicle in
accordance with the terms of the following
warranties:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission Systems Warranty
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Emission PerformanceWarranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
Control Systems Warranty
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Statewarranty enforcement laws (lemon
laws)
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Information for customers in
California
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacementofyour vehicle or arefund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC and/or its
authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix
one or more substantial defects or
malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered
by its express warranty. During the period of
18 months from original delivery of the
vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles
(approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer
of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a
reasonable number of repair attemptsis
presumed for aretail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantialdefect or
malfunction results in acondition that is
likely to cause death or serious bodily
injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect
or malfunction has been subject to repair
two or more times, and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC in
writing of the need for its repair.
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of aless serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz in writing of the
need for its repair.
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for acumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Serviceand Warranty Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Serviceand Warranty
Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle
to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The
service advisor will record every service for
you in the Serviceand Warranty Booklet.
Breakdown assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of
abreakdown. Callstothe toll-free Roadside
Assistance Hotline are answered by our
agents 24 hours aday, 365 days ayear.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
(USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
For additional information, refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside
Assistance" section in the Serviceand
Warranty booklet (Canada).You will find both
in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or change of
ownership
In the event of achange of address, please
send us the "Change of Address Notice"
found in the Serviceand Warranty
Information Booklet,orsimply call the
Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center
(in the USA)atthe hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)or
Customer ServiceCenter (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.This will assist us in
contacting you in atimely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
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If you bought this vehicle used,besure to
send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car"
found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
Vehicleoperation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plantooperate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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unleaded fuel for vehicles with acatalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic
converter.
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the fuel may have aconsiderably lower
octanerating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Safety notes
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WARNING
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle's electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have anegative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function when the
engine is running. You should thereforenever
turn off the engine while driving.
G
WARNING
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
runningover an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole.
If you feel asudden significant vibration or
ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage
to your vehicle has occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers.
R
slow down carefully.
R
drive with caution to an area which is asafe
distance from the road.
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
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General notes
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USA only:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. this device must accept any interference
received,including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’sauthority to
operate theequipment.
The Product label withFCC ID and IC
certification number can be foundinthe
battery caseofthe SmartKey.
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Canada only:
This device complies with RSS-210of
Industry Canada.Operation is subjectto
the following two conditions:
1. This device maynot cause interference,
and
2. thisdevicemustacceptany interference
received, including interference thatmay
causeundesired operationofthe device.
Any unauthorized modification to this
device could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The Product label with FCC ID and IC
certification number can be found in the
battery case of the SmartKey.
Diagnostics connection
G
WARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection, it can affect the operation of the
vehicle systems. This can impair the operating
safety of your vehicle while driving. There is a
risk of accident.
Do not connect any equipment to the
diagnostics connection.
G
WARNING
Loose equipment or equipment cables that
are connected to the diagnostics connection
can obstruct the area around the pedals. The
equipment or the cables could get between
the pedals in the event of sudden braking or
acceleration. As aresult, the movement of the
pedals may be impaired. There is arisk of
accident.
Do not attach any equipment or cables in the
driver footwell.
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If the engine is switched off and
equipment on the diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
aqualified specialist workshop.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can, for example, lead to
emissions monitoringinformation being
reset. This may lead to the vehicle failing to
meet the requirements of the next emissions
test during the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
necessary specialist knowledge, tools and
qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance
Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-BenzCenter:
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work relevant to safety
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serviceand maintenancework
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repair work
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alterations, installation work and
modifications
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work on electronic components
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Correct use
G
WARNING
Thereare various warning stickers affixedto
your vehicle.Their purpose is to alert you and
others to various dangers. Therefore, do not
remove any warning stickers unless the
sticker clearly states that you may do so.
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers
and be injured.
When driving your vehicle observe the
following information:
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the safety notes in this manual
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the "Technical data" section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience aproblemwith your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affectits safe operation, we urge youto
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediatelytohavethe problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
againwith aMercedes-BenzCenter or
contact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA,LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-BenzCanada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto,Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting malfunctions relevant to
safety
USAonly:
The followingtextisreproduced as required
of all manufacturers according to Title 49,
Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575
pursuant to theNational Traffic and Motor
Vehicle SafetyAct of 1966.
Reporting safety defects
If you believethatyour vehicle has adefect
whichcould causeacrash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform theNational Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-BenzUSA,LLC.
If NHTSAreceivessimilar complaints,itmay
open an investigation,and if it finds that a
safety defect existsinagroup of vehicles, it
may order arecall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSAcannotbecome involvedin
individual problemsbetween you, your
dealer,orMercedes-BenzUSA,LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call theVehicle
SafetyHotlinetoll-free at
1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to http://www.safercar.gov;orwrite to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington,DC20590.
You can obtain additional information about
vehicle safety from:
http://www.safercar.gov.
Limited Warranty
!
Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions is not covered by Daimler AG's
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
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Datastoredinthe vehicle
Information about electronic data
acquisition in thevehicle
(IncludingnoticepursuanttoCalifornia Code
§9951)
Your vehicle records electronic data. If your
vehicle is equipped with mbrace1,data is
transmitted in the event of an accident.
This information helps, for example, to test
vehicle systems after an accident and to
continually improve vehicle safety.
Daimler AG can access this data and submit
it:
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consentofthe vehicle owner
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on the instruction of prosecuting
authorities
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for use in arbitration of disputes that
involve Daimler AG, its affiliates or its sales
and service organizations
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as otherwise required or permitted by law.
Please observe the mbrace1purchase
agreement for further details on the recording
and transfer of data by this system.
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The system is called TELE AID in Canada.
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24
Dashboard ........................................... 26
Instrument cluster .............................. 27
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 29
Center console .................................... 30
Overheadcontrol panel ...................... 32
Door control panel .............................. 33
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At aglance
Dashboard
Function Page
:
Cruisecontrol lever 137
;
Steeringwheelpaddle
shifters 123
=
Instrumentcluster 27
?
Overhead controlpanel 32
A
PARKTRONIC display 141
B
Adjuststhe steeringwheel
electrically
88
Function Page
C
Combination switch 96
D
Unlocks thetrunk 74
E
On-boarddiagnostic
interface
F
Opens thehood 218
G
Electric parking brake 130
H
Light switch 94
26
Dashboard
At aglance
Instrumentcluster
Overview
Function Page
:
Speedometer
;
Upshiftindicator 126
=
Tachometer 148
?
Engine oiltemperature
display
148
Function Page
A
Multifunctiondisplay 149
B
Fuel gauge
Instrument cluster
27
At aglance
Warning and indicator lamps
Function Page
:
ESP
®
192
;
Seat belt 191
=
Brakes (USA only)
J Brakes (Canada only)
?
High-beam headlamps 96
A
Low-beam headlamps 95
B
Turn signal 96
C
SRS 193
D
Check engine
E
ABS
192
Function Page
F
Engine oil temperature 148
G
Tire pressure 196
H
Electric parking brake (USA
only)
! Electric parking brake
(Canada only)
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Reserve fuel 195
J
SPORT handling mode 58
K
ESP®OFF 56
28
Instrument cluster
At aglance
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