Mercedes Benz E Class 2013 Owner's Manual
E-Class
Sedan and Wagon
Operator's Manual
Nur für internen Gebrauch / For internal use only
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 22
At a glance ........................................... 29
Safety ................................................... 39
Opening and closing ........................... 81
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 107
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 127
Climate control ................................. 143
Driving and parking .......................... 157
On-board computer and displays .... 237
Stowage and features ...................... 297
Maintenance and care ...................... 335
Breakdown assistance ..................... 351
Wheels and tires ............................... 371
Technical data ................................... 415
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 321
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning ......................................... 346
Function/notes ............................. 220
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic
Traction System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 208
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 258
Function/notes ................................ 67
Important safety notes .................... 67
Warning lamp ................................. 288
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 149
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 248
Display message ............................ 276
Function/information .................... 230
Active Driving Assistance package . 230
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 248
Display message ............................ 275
Function/information .................... 233
Active light function ......................... 133
Active multicontour seat
Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 113
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 213
Display message ............................ 276
Exiting a parking space .................. 215
Function/notes ............................. 212
Important safety notes .................. 212
Parking .......................................... 214
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 71
Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 205
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 269
Function/notes ............................. 133
Switching on/off ........................... 134
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 422
Air bags
Display message ............................ 265
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 44
Important safety notes .................... 42
Knee bag .......................................... 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp .................................. 48
Pelvis air bag ................................... 46
Safety guidelines ............................. 41
Side impact air bag .......................... 45
Window curtain air bag .................... 47
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) .............. 272
AIRMATIC
Display message ............................ 273
Function/notes ............................. 204
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 156
Important safety notes .................. 155
Rear ............................................... 156
Setting ........................................... 155
Setting the center air vents ........... 155
Setting the side air vents ............... 155
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Setting the color (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ................................................ 206
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 318
Assistance display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 246
Index
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Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 246
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 341
Hiding a service message .............. 341
Notes ............................................. 340
Resetting the service interval
display ........................................... 341
Service message ............................ 340
Special service requirements ......... 341
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 78
Function ........................................... 78
Switching off the alarm .................... 78
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message ............................ 273
Function/notes ............................. 225
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Centers
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshops
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 269
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 164
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 163
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 129
Automatic transmission
Automatic drive program ............... 172
Changing gear ............................... 170
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 168
Display message ............................ 282
Drive program display .................... 168
Driving tips .................................... 170
Emergency running mode .............. 175
Engaging drive position .................. 170
Engaging neutral ............................ 169
Engaging park position (AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 169
Engaging reverse gear ................... 169
Engaging the park position ............ 168
Kickdown ....................................... 171
Manual drive program .................... 172
Manual drive program (AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 173
Overview ........................................ 167
Problem (malfunction) ................... 175
Program selector button ................ 171
Pulling away ................................... 162
Selector lever ................................ 167
Starting the engine ........................ 161
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 172
Transmission position display ........ 167
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 168
Transmission positions .................. 170
Automatic transmission
emergency mode ............................... 175
B
Bag hook ............................................ 306
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 68
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist
Function/notes ................................ 68
BAS PLUS Q (Brake Assist System
PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist
Important safety notes .................... 69
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 85
Important safety notes .................... 85
Replacing ......................................... 85
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 360
Display message ............................ 271
Important safety notes .................. 358
Jump starting ................................. 362
Belt force limiter
Activation ......................................... 59
Function ........................................... 59
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message ............................ 276
Notes/function .............................. 226
see Active Blind Spot Assist
BlueTEC
Adding DEF .................................... 180
BlueTEC (DEF) .................................... 421
Index
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Bottle holder ...................................... 316
Box (trunk) ......................................... 309
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 260
Notes ............................................. 423
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 267
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 67
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 71
BAS .................................................. 68
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist . 68
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 423
Display message ............................ 258
Driving tips .................................... 186
High-performance brake system .... 187
HOLD function ............................... 202
Important safety notes .................. 186
Maintenance .................................. 187
Parking brake ................................ 183
Warning lamp ................................. 287
Breakdown
see Flat tire
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees .................... 24
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
360° camera ................................. 346
Carpets .......................................... 349
Car wash ........................................ 342
Display ........................................... 347
Exhaust pipe .................................. 347
Exterior lights ................................ 345
Gear or selector lever .................... 347
Interior ........................................... 347
Matte finish ................................... 344
Notes ............................................. 341
Paint .............................................. 344
Plastic trim .................................... 347
Power washer ................................ 343
Rear view camera .......................... 346
Roof lining ...................................... 349
Seat belt ........................................ 348
Seat cover ..................................... 348
Sensors ......................................... 346
Steering wheel ............................... 347
Trim pieces .................................... 348
Washing by hand ........................... 343
Wheels ........................................... 344
Windows ........................................ 345
Wiper blades .................................. 345
Wooden trim .................................. 348
Cargo compartment cover ............... 307
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 304
Cargo compartment floor ................. 313
Cargo net
Attaching ....................................... 309
Important safety information ......... 309
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 306
Car keys
see SmartKey
Car wash (care) ................................. 342
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 244
Center console
Lower section .................................. 35
Lower section (AMG vehicles) .......... 36
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 251
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 82
Changing bulbs
High-beam headlamps ................... 137
Turn signals (front) ......................... 138
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 65
Rear doors ....................................... 66
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 60
Restraint systems ............................ 60
Special seat belt retractor ............... 63
Index
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Child seat
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 63
Top Tether ....................................... 64
Cigarette lighter ................................ 319
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 345
Climate control
Automatic climate control (3-zone) 147
Controlling automatically ............... 150
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 149
Defrosting the windows ................. 153
Defrosting the windshield .............. 152
Dual-zone automatic climate
control ........................................... 145
Important safety notes .................. 144
Indicator lamp ................................ 150
Information about using dual-zone
automatic climate control .............. 146
Information on using dual-zone
automatic climate control .............. 148
Maximum cooling .......................... 153
Overview of systems ...................... 144
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 150
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 154
Rear control panel ......................... 147
Refrigerant ..................................... 425
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 425
Setting the air distribution ............. 151
Setting the airflow ......................... 152
Setting the air vents ...................... 155
Setting the climate mode ............... 150
Setting the temperature ................ 151
Setting the temperature with 3-
zone automatic climate control ..... 151
Setting the temperature with dual-
zone automatic climate control ..... 151
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 154
Switching on/off ........................... 148
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 154
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 153
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 152
Coat hooks ......................................... 309
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 30
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 412
see Emergency spare wheel
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating the
distance warning function .............. 247
Display message ............................ 261
Operation/notes .............................. 70
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Combination switch .......................... 131
Combined cargo cover and net ........ 308
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 241
Convenience box ............................... 309
Convenience closing feature .............. 99
Convenience opening feature ............ 99
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 339
Display message ............................ 269
Filling capacity ............................... 424
Important safety notes .................. 423
Temperature (on-board computer) . 253
Temperature gauge ........................ 238
Warning lamp ................................. 293
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 28
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 266
Function/notes ............................. 133
Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 136
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 190
Cruise control lever ....................... 190
Deactivating ................................... 191
Display message ............................ 279
Driving system ............................... 189
Function/notes ............................. 189
Important safety notes .................. 189
Index
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Setting a speed .............................. 191
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 190
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 316
Important safety notes .................. 316
Rear compartment ......................... 316
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 27
Customer Relations Department ....... 27
D
Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 268
Function/notes ............................. 129
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Dealerships
see Qualified specialist workshop
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
DEF
Adding ........................................... 180
Display message ............................ 273
Filling capacity ............................... 422
Important safety notes .................. 421
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 251
Interior lighting .............................. 251
Diagnostics connection ...................... 26
Diesel .................................................. 420
Digital speedometer ......................... 242
DIRECT SELECT lever
see Automatic transmission
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 340
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 257
Driving systems ............................. 273
Engine ............................................ 269
General notes ................................ 257
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 257
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 284
Lights ............................................. 266
Safety systems .............................. 258
SmartKey ....................................... 284
Tires ............................................... 280
Vehicle ........................................... 282
Distance recorder ............................. 241
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 295
Distance warning function
Activating/deactivating ................. 247
Function/notes ................................ 70
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 194
Activation conditions ..................... 194
Deactivating ................................... 198
Display message ............................ 277
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 197
Function/notes ............................. 191
Important safety notes .................. 192
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 196
Warning lamp ................................. 295
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 251
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 89
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 82
Control panel ................................... 38
Display message ............................ 283
Emergency locking ........................... 90
Emergency unlocking ....................... 90
Important safety notes .................... 88
Opening (from inside) ...................... 88
Drinking and driving ......................... 184
Drinks holder
see Cup holder
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 172
Display ........................................... 167
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 168
Manual ........................................... 172
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 173
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 254
Drive program selector ..................... 171
Driver's door
see Doors
Index
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Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 341
Symmetrical low beam .................. 128
Driving on flooded roads .................. 188
Driving safety system
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist . 68
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 67
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 75
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 71
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 68
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .... 70
Distance warning function ............... 70
Electronic brake force distribution ... 75
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program) . 72
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 72
Important safety information ........... 67
Overview .......................................... 67
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 76
STEER CONTROL ............................. 78
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 220
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 230
Active Driving Assistance package 230
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 233
Active Parking Assist ..................... 212
AIRMATIC ...................................... 204
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 206
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 225
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 226
Cruise control ................................ 189
Display message ............................ 273
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 191
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist ............................................. 200
HOLD function ............................... 202
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 228
Lane Tracking package .................. 226
PARKTRONIC ................................. 208
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 203
Rear view camera .......................... 217
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 187
Automatic transmission ................. 170
Brakes ........................................... 186
Break-in period .............................. 158
Downhill gradient ........................... 186
Drinking and driving ....................... 184
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Driving in winter ............................. 188
Driving on flooded roads ................ 188
Driving on wet roads ...................... 188
Exhaust check ............................... 184
Fuel ................................................ 184
General .......................................... 184
Hydroplaning ................................. 188
Icy road surfaces ........................... 189
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ................................... 186
Snow chains .................................. 375
Symmetrical low beam .................. 128
Wet road surface ........................... 186
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 244
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 245
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EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 252
Function/notes ............................. 121
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 122
Function/notes ............................. 121
Switching on/off ........................... 252
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................ 311
EASY-PACK folding floor
Important safety notes .................. 313
EASY-PACK folding luggagecompartment floor
Opening and closing ...................... 313
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 311
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail ..................................... 311
EASY-PACK rear sill protector .......... 314
EASY-PACK trunk box ....................... 309
EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Display message ............................ 260
Function/notes ................................ 75
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Index
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 185
On-board computer ....................... 242
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 164
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 163
Deactivating/activating ................. 164
General information ....................... 163
Important safety notes .................. 163
Introduction ................................... 163
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 90
Fuel filler flap ................................. 177
Trunk ............................................... 97
Vehicle ............................................. 90
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes .................. 410
Points to remember ....................... 410
Removing ....................................... 411
Storage location ............................ 411
Stowing .......................................... 412
Technical data ............................... 414
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Function ........................................... 59
Safety guidelines ............................. 41
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 97
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 23
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 292
Display message ............................ 269
ECO start/stop function ................ 163
Engine number ............................... 417
Irregular running ............................ 166
Jump-starting ................................. 362
Starting problems .......................... 166
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 161
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 161
Switching off .................................. 182
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 367
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 166
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 338
Additives ........................................ 422
Checking the oil level ..................... 337
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 338
Display message ............................ 271
Filling capacity ............................... 422
Notes about oil grades ................... 422
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 337
Temperature (on-board computer) . 253
Viscosity ........................................ 423
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 254
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 74
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 247
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ...................... 73
Display message ............................ 258
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 72
Function/notes ................................ 72
General notes .................................. 72
Important safety information ........... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 289
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 72
Exhaust check ................................... 184
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instructions) 347
Exterior lighting
Setting options .............................. 128
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 122
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 124
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 123
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 123
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 252
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 124
Setting ........................................... 123
Storing settings (memory function) 125
Storing the parking position .......... 124
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 299
Index
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Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
First-aid kit ......................................... 352
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 354
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 354
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 355
Floormats ........................................... 334
Folding bench seat (cargo
compartment) .................................... 114
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 420
Consumption statistics .................. 241
Displaying the current
consumption .................................. 242
Displaying the range ...................... 242
Driving tips .................................... 184
Flexible fuel vehicles ...................... 420
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 419
Important safety notes .................. 418
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 419
Problem (malfunction) ................... 179
Quality (diesel) ............................... 420
Refueling ........................................ 175
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 419
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 177
Opening/closing ............................ 176
Fuel filter (display message) ............ 272
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 242
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 419
Problem (malfunction) ................... 179
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 352
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 367
Before changing ............................. 367
Fuse box in the cargo
compartment ................................. 369
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 368
Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 368
Important safety notes .................. 367
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 333
Important safety notes .................. 331
Opening/closing the garage door .. 333
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 331
Gear indicator (on-board computer) 253
Genuine parts ...................................... 22
Glove box ........................................... 299
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 93
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 132
Head bags
Display message ............................ 263
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 135
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 110
Adjusting (angle) ............................ 111
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 111
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 112
Installing/removing (rear) .............. 112
Luxury ............................................ 111
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 137
Display message ............................ 267
Switching on/off ........................... 132
Hill start assist .................................. 162
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 202
Deactivating ................................... 203
Display message ............................ 274
Function/notes ............................. 202
Hood
Closing ........................................... 337
Display message ............................ 283
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Index
Important safety notes .................. 336
Opening ......................................... 336
Hydroplaning ..................................... 188
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 78
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Insect protection on the radiator .... 337
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 31
Settings ......................................... 249
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 32
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 250
Interior lighting ................................. 135
Automatic control .......................... 136
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 251
Emergency lighting ........................ 136
Manual control ............................... 136
Overview ........................................ 135
Reading lamp ................................. 135
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Setting the brightness of the
display/switch (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Setting the color of the ambient
lighting (on-board computer) ......... 250
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 352
Using ............................................. 397
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 362
K
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature .......... 100
Display message ............................ 284
Locking ............................................ 83
Start/Stop button .......................... 159
Starting the engine ........................ 161
Unlocking ......................................... 83
Key positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 159
SmartKey ....................................... 159
Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 171
Manual drive program .................... 174
Knee bag .............................................. 45
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message ............................ 275
Function/information .................... 228
Lane Tracking package ..................... 226
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 254
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 63
License plate lamp (display
message) ............................................ 267
Light function, active
Display message ............................ 268
Lighting
Light switch ................................... 128
Lights
Activating/deactivating the
interior lighting delayed switch-off . 251
Active light function ....................... 133
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 129
Cornering light function ................. 133
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Hazard warning lamps ................... 132
High beam flasher .......................... 132
High-beam headlamps ................... 132
Low-beam headlamps .................... 130
Parking lamps ................................ 130
Rear fog lamp ................................ 130
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Setting the brightness of the
display/switch (on-board
computer) ...................................... 250
Index
13
Setting the color of the ambient
lighting (on-board computer) ......... 250
Standing lamps .............................. 131
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board computer) 250
Switching the exterior lighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 251
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 251
Turn signals ................................... 131
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor (display message) ....... 269
Loading guidelines ............................ 298
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 89
Emergency locking ........................... 90
From inside (central locking
button) ............................................. 89
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 252
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 266
Setting for driving abroad
(symmetrical) ................................. 128
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 311
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 114
Luxury head restraints ..................... 111
M
M+S tires ............................................ 374
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Massage function (PULSE) ............... 113
Matte finish (cleaning instructions) 344
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 326
Display message ............................ 261
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 326
Downloading routes ....................... 330
Emergency call .............................. 323
General notes ................................ 322
Geo fencing ................................... 330
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 328
MB info call button ........................ 325
Remote vehicle locking .................. 328
Roadside Assistance button .......... 325
Search & Send ............................... 327
Self-test ......................................... 323
Speed alert .................................... 330
System .......................................... 323
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 330
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis ....................................... 329
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 328
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 84
Locking vehicle ................................ 90
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 90
Memory card (audio) ......................... 244
Memory function ............................... 125
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 257
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 245
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 83
MOExtended tires .............................. 354
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 400
Mounting a new wheel ................... 399
Raising the vehicle ......................... 397
Removing a wheel .......................... 399
Securing the vehicle against
rolling away ................................... 396
MP3
Operation ....................................... 244
see separate operating instructions
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Index
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 240
Permanent display ......................... 249
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 239
Overview .......................................... 33
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 243
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 53
Resetting after being triggered ........ 54
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Operation ......................................... 53
Resetting after being triggered ........ 54
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle 158
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Faults ............................................... 52
Operation ......................................... 48
System self-test ............................... 50
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 60
Important safety notes .................... 40
OCS
Faults ............................................... 52
Operation ......................................... 48
System self-test ............................... 50
Odometer ........................................... 241
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 253
Assistance menu ........................... 246
Audio menu ................................... 244
Convenience submenu .................. 252
Displaying a service message ........ 341
Display messages .......................... 257
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 197
Factory settings submenu ............. 253
Important safety notes .................. 238
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 249
Lighting submenu .......................... 250
Menu overview .............................. 241
Message memory .......................... 257
Navigation menu ............................ 243
Operation ....................................... 239
RACETIMER ................................... 254
Service menu ................................. 249
Settings menu ............................... 249
Standard display ............................ 241
Telephone menu ............................ 245
Trip menu ...................................... 241
Vehicle submenu ........................... 251
Video DVD operation ..................... 245
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Important safety notes .................... 25
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 23
Outside temperature display ........... 239
Overhead control panel ...................... 37
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 66
P
Paint code number ............................ 416
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 344
Panic alarm .......................................... 40
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Opening/closing ............................ 104
Opening/closing the roller
sunblind ......................................... 105
Problem (malfunction) ................... 106
Resetting ....................................... 105
Panorama sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................. 102
Parking ............................................... 182
Important safety notes .................. 182
Parking brake ................................ 183
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 124
Rear view camera .......................... 217
see PARKTRONIC
Index
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Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 212
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 260
Notes/function .............................. 183
Warning lamp ................................. 287
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 130
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 211
Driving system ............................... 208
Function/notes ............................. 208
Important safety notes .................. 208
Problem (malfunction) ................... 212
Range of the sensors ..................... 209
Warning display ............................. 210
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 52
Problems (malfunction) .................. 265
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ...................................................... 48
Plastic hooks ..................................... 306
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 347
Power washers .................................. 343
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant
protection)
Display message ............................ 261
Operation ......................................... 54
PRE-SAFE® Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 247
Display message ............................ 261
Function/notes ................................ 76
Important safety notes .................... 76
Warning lamp ................................. 295
Program selector button .................. 171
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 22
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 162
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 26
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 203
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 254
Radiator cover ................................... 337
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 244
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/
transmission in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Reading lamp ..................................... 135
Rear compartment
Setting the airflow ......................... 152
Setting the air vents ...................... 156
Setting the temperature ................ 151
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 267
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Rear seats
Display message ............................ 283
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 303
Rear sill protector ............................. 314
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 346
Function/notes ............................. 217
Switching on/off ........................... 217
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 122
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 124
Rear window blind ............................ 318
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 154
Switching on/off ........................... 153
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 141
Switching on/off ........................... 139
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system)
Important safety notes .................. 425
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Important safety notes .................. 175
Refueling process .......................... 176
see Fuel
16
Index
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 331
Programming (garage door opener) 331
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 137
Overview of bulb types .................. 137
Reporting safety defects .................... 27
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 272
Warning lamp ................................. 292
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 154
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmission) 167
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 103
Roller sunblinds ............................. 104
Side windows ................................... 98
Sliding sunroof ............................... 103
Trunk lid/tailgate ............................. 91
Reversing lamps (display message) 268
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 24
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel .................................. 104
Rear side windows ......................... 318
Rear window .................................. 318
Roof carrier ........................................ 314
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 349
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 426
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 60
Child restraint systems .................... 60
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 48
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 57
Adjusting the height ......................... 58
Belt force limiters ............................ 59
center rear-compartment seat ......... 58
Cleaning ......................................... 348
Correct usage .................................. 56
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 59
Fastening ......................................... 56
Important safety guidelines ............. 55
Releasing ......................................... 58
Safety guidelines ............................. 41
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 252
Warning lamp ................................. 285
Warning lamp (function) ................... 58
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 110
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 114
Adjusting the active multicontour
seat ............................................... 113
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 110
Cleaning the cover ......................... 348
Correct driver's seat position ........ 108
Folding the backrest (rear
compartment) forwards/back ....... 305
Important safety notes .................. 109
Massage function .......................... 113
Overview ........................................ 109
Seat heating problem .................... 118
Seat ventilation problem ................ 119
Storing settings (memory function) 125
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 116
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 118
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 346
Service menu (on-board computer) . 249
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 423
Coolant (engine) ............................ 423
DEF special additives ..................... 421
Engine oil ....................................... 422
Fuel ................................................ 418
Important safety notes .................. 418
Index
17
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 425
Washer fluid ................................... 424
Service work
see ASSYST PLUS
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 253
On-board computer ....................... 249
Setting the air distribution ............... 151
Setting the airflow ............................ 152
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 254
Side impact air bag ............................. 45
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 268
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 345
Convenience closing feature ............ 99
Convenience opening feature .......... 99
Important safety information ........... 98
Opening/closing .............................. 99
Problem (malfunction) ................... 102
Resetting ....................................... 101
Skibag ................................................ 301
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................. 102
Opening/closing ............................ 103
Problem (malfunction) ................... 106
Resetting ....................................... 104
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 85
Changing the programming ............. 83
Checking the battery ....................... 85
Convenience closing feature .......... 100
Convenience opening feature .......... 99
Display message ............................ 284
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 82
Important safety notes .................... 82
Loss ................................................. 87
Mechanical key ................................ 84
Overview .......................................... 82
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 159
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 87
Starting the engine ........................ 161
Snow chains ...................................... 375
Sockets
Center console .............................. 320
General notes ................................ 320
Luggage compartment ................... 320
Rear compartment ......................... 320
Spare wheel
Stowing .......................................... 412
Specialist workshop ............................ 26
Special seat belt retractor .................. 63
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 242
In the Instrument cluster ................. 31
Segments ...................................... 239
Selecting the unit of measurement 249
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 74
Warning lamp ................................. 290
SRS
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Display message ............................ 262
Introduction ..................................... 41
Warning lamp ................................. 291
Warning lamp (function) ................... 41
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 268
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 161
STEER CONTROL .................................. 78
Steering (display message) .............. 283
Steering Assist (DISTRONIC PLUS)
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message ............................ 279
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 119
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 239
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Important safety notes .................. 119
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Index
Paddle shifters ............................... 172
Steering wheel heating .................. 120
Storing settings (memory function) 125
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 121
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 172
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 254
Stowage areas ................................... 298
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 300
Center console .............................. 299
Cup holders ................................... 316
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 299
Glove box ....................................... 299
Important safety information ......... 298
Rear ............................................... 300
Stowage net ................................... 301
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 300
Stowage net ....................................... 301
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 312
Summer tires ..................................... 374
Sun visor ............................................ 317
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 251
Suspension tuning
AIRMATIC ...................................... 205
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 206
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 254
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 154
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 78
T
Tachometer ........................................ 238
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 282
Emergency unlocking ....................... 97
Important safety notes .................... 90
Limiting the opening angle ............... 96
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 95
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 92
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 92
Opening dimensions ...................... 426
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 267
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 31
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 418
Emergency spare wheel ................. 414
Information .................................... 416
Tires/wheels ................................. 400
Vehicle data ................................... 426
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 326
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 326
Downloading routes ....................... 330
Emergency call .............................. 323
Geo fencing ................................... 330
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 328
MB info call button ........................ 325
Remote vehicle locking .................. 328
Roadside Assistance button .......... 325
Search & Send ............................... 327
Self-test ......................................... 323
Speed alert .................................... 330
System .......................................... 323
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 330
Vehicle remote malfunction
diagnosis ....................................... 329
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 328
Tele Aid
General notes ................................ 322
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 245
Display message ............................ 283
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 245
Number from the phone book ........ 245
Redialing ........................................ 246
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 245
Telescopic rod (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 312
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 238
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 253
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 253
Outside temperature ...................... 239
Setting (climate control) ................ 151
Index
19
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 78
Immobilizer ...................................... 78
Through-loading ................................ 303
Through-loading feature ................... 303
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 254
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 355
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 380
Checking manually ........................ 379
Display message ............................ 280
Important safety notes .................. 380
Maximum ....................................... 378
Notes ............................................. 377
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 356
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 357
Recommended ............................... 376
Tire pressure loss warning
system
General notes ................................ 379
Important safety notes .................. 379
Restarting ...................................... 380
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure
electronically ................................. 382
Function/notes ............................. 380
General notes ................................ 380
Important safety notes .................. 381
Restarting ...................................... 383
Warning lamp ................................. 296
Warning message .......................... 382
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 394
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 393
Bar (definition) ............................... 392
Changing a wheel .......................... 395
Characteristics .............................. 392
Checking ........................................ 373
Definition of terms ......................... 392
Direction of rotation ...................... 395
Display message ............................ 280
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 395
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 392
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............ 393
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 393
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 393
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 393
Important safety notes .................. 372
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 393
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 393
Labeling (overview) ........................ 389
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 394
Load index ..................................... 391
Load index (definition) ................... 393
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 393
Maximum load on a tire (definition) 394
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 394
Maximum tire load ......................... 391
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 394
MOExtended tires .......................... 374
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 394
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 394
Replacing ....................................... 395
Service life ..................................... 374
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 394
Speed rating (definition) ................ 393
Storing ........................................... 395
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 392
Temperature .................................. 388
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 394
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 394
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 394
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 393
Tire size (data) ............................... 400
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 389
Tire tread ....................................... 373
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 394
Total load limit (definition) ............. 395
Traction ......................................... 388
Traction (definition) ....................... 394
Tread wear ..................................... 388
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Index
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 387
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 393
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 394
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 394
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 393
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 64
Towing
Important safety guidelines ........... 364
Installing the towing eye ................ 365
Removing the towing eye ............... 366
With the rear axle raised ................ 366
Towing away
With both axles on the ground ....... 366
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 367
Important safety notes .................. 364
Transfer case ..................................... 175
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 168
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 168
Transporting the vehicle .................. 366
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 348
Trip computer (on-board computer) 241
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 241
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 242
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 97
Locking separately ........................... 96
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 93
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 282
Opening dimensions ...................... 426
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 426
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 138
Display message ............................ 266
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 90
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 89
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 317
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 282
Equipment ....................................... 23
Individual settings .......................... 249
Limited Warranty ............................. 27
Loading .......................................... 383
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 90
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 82
Lowering ........................................ 400
Maintenance .................................... 24
Parking for a long period ................ 183
Pulling away ................................... 162
Raising ........................................... 397
Reporting problems ......................... 27
Securing from rolling away ............ 396
Towing away .................................. 364
Transporting .................................. 366
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 90
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 82
Vehicle data ................................... 426
Vehicle data ....................................... 426
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 426
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 90
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 416
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC ...................................... 204
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 273
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 352
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 245
VIN ...................................................... 416
Index
21
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 288
Brakes ........................................... 287
Check Engine ................................. 292
Coolant .......................................... 293
Distance warning ........................... 295
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 295
ESP® .............................................. 289
ESP® OFF ....................................... 290
Fuel tank ........................................ 292
Overview .......................................... 32
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 48
Reserve fuel ................................... 292
Seat belt ........................................ 285
SPORT handling mode ................... 290
SRS ................................................ 291
Tire pressure monitor .................... 296
Warranty ............................................ 416
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 283
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 400
Wheel chock ...................................... 396
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 395
Checking ........................................ 373
Cleaning ......................................... 344
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 395
Emergency spare wheel ................. 410
Important safety notes .................. 372
Interchanging/changing ................ 395
Mounting a new wheel ................... 399
Mounting a wheel .......................... 396
Removing a wheel .......................... 399
Storing ........................................... 395
Tightening torque ........................... 400
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 400
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 47
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 152
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 340
Notes ............................................. 424
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 142
Rear window wiper ........................ 139
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 139
Switching on/off ........................... 138
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 374
Slippery road surfaces ................... 189
Snow chains .................................. 375
Winter operation
Radiator cover ............................... 337
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 374
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 345
Important safety notes .................. 139
Replacing (rear window) ................ 141
Replacing (windshield) ................... 140
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 348
Workshops
see Qualified specialist workshop
Z
ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 152
Introduction
22
Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
H
Daimler's declared policy is one of
comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an
environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R
operating conditions of your vehicle
R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R
avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
R
always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R
do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R
remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R
always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
R
switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R
keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel
consumption.
Environmental concerns and recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to
regenerate or re-use them. Observe the
relevant environmental rules and regulations
when disposing of materials. In this way you
will help to protect the environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Environmental note
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Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
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Air bags and Emergency Tensioning
Devices, as well as control units and
sensors for these restraint systems, may be
installed in the following areas of your
vehicle:
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doors
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door pillars
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door sills
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seats
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cockpit
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instrument cluster
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center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint
systems.
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Have aftermarket accessories installed at
a qualified specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safetyrelevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been
specifically developed, manufactured or
selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz
vehicles. Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
should therefore be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers
maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz
parts for necessary service and repair work.
In addition, strategically located parts
delivery centers provide quick and reliable
parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification
number (VIN) (Y page 416) when ordering
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.
The original purchase agreement lists all
systems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and 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 Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island and Vermont Emission
Control Systems Warranty
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State warranty enforcement laws (lemon
laws)
Operator's Manual
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. Bear in mind that your vehicle may
not feature all functions described here. This
also applies to safety-relevant systems and
functions. The equipment in your vehicle may
therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations.
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Information for customers in California
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund 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 attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition 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 a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
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 Service and Warranty Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and 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 Service and Warranty Booklet.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of
a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside
Assistance Hotline are answered by our
agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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 Service and
Warranty booklet (Canada). You will find both
in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or change of ownership
In the event of a change of address, please
send us the "Notification of Address Change"
in the Service and Guarantee booklet or
simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer
Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline
number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service Center (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in
contacting you in a timely 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 have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
If you plan to operate 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 a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic
converter.
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the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. 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
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/
maintenance work as well as any required
repairs carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
WARNING
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If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
WARNING
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Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other
networked components. In particular,
systems relevant to safety could also be
affected. As a result, these may no longer
function as intended and/or jeopardize the
operating safety of the vehicle. There is an
increased risk of an accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and
electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
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There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
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you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g.
a curb or a hole in the road
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a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
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In situations like this, the body, the
undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or
tires could be damaged without the
damage being visible. Components
damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail
or, in the case of an accident, no longer
withstand the strain they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system for an
extended period, they can catch fire.
In such cases, have the vehicle checked
and repaired immediately at a qualified
specialist workshop. If on continuing your
journey you notice that driving safety is
impaired, pull over and stop the vehicle
immediately, paying attention to road and
traffic conditions. In such cases, visit a
qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: 1) These devices may not cause
harmful interference, and 2) These devices
must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause
undesired operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a
diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
WARNING
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Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
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If the engine is switched off and
equipment on the diagnostics connection
is used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. 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-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the
necessary specialist knowledge, tools and
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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-Benz Center:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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alterations, installation work and
modifications
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work on electronic components
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when
driving your vehicle:
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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 a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center 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-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting safety defects
USA only:
The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966".
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov
Limited Warranty
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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 either by the
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Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Data stored in the vehicle
Information about electronic data acquisition in the vehicle
(Including notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data.
If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace
(Canada: TELE AID), 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 these data and submit
them:
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the 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 subsidiaries or its
sales and service organizations
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check your mbrace (Canada: TELE
AID) purchase agreement to find out more
about data that can be recorded and
transmitted by this system.
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR
is to record data that will assist in
understanding how a vehicle’s systems
performed in certain crash or near crash-like
situations, such as during air bag deployment
or when hitting a road obstacle. The EDR is
designed to record data related to vehicle
dynamics and safety systems for a short
period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
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how various systems in your vehicle are
operating
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whether or not the driver and passenger
seat belts are fastened
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how far (if at all) the driver is depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal and
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how fast the vehicle is traveling
This data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial
crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by
the EDR under normal driving conditions and
no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age,
and crash location) are recorded. However,
other parties, such as law enforcement, can
combine the EDR data with the type of
personal identification data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special
equipment is required, and access to the
vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to
the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such
as law enforcement, who have the special
equipment, can read the information if they
have access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Information on copyright
General information
Information on license for free and opensource software used in your vehicle and its
electronic components is available on the
following website:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/
opensource
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