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Mercedes CLA 200 2015, CLA 180 2015 User Manual

CLA
Operator's Manual
Order no. 65155227 13 Part no. 1175844900 Edition A 2015
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 22
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 41
Opening and closing ........................... 75
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 95
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 109
Climate control ................................. 125
Driving and parking .......................... 141
On-board computer and displays .... 197
Stowage and features ...................... 259
Maintenance and care ...................... 285
Breakdown assistance ..................... 299
Wheels and tires ............................... 317
Technical data ................................... 349
Contents
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1, 2, 3 ...
12 V socket
see Sockets
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Trac­tion System)
4MATIC (permanent all-wheel drive)
Function/notes .............................180
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel drive)
Display message ............................ 245
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 217
Function/notes ................................ 65
Warning lamp ................................. 249
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 58
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 131
Active Parking Assist
Canceling ....................................... 187
Detecting parking spaces .............. 184
Display message ............................ 238
Exiting a parking space .................. 186
General notes ................................ 183
Important safety notes .................. 183
Parking .......................................... 185
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 73
Adaptive Brake Assist
Display message ............................ 225
Function/notes ................................ 67
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 232
Function/notes .............................114
Switching on/off ........................... 115
Additional speedometer ................... 210
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 354
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 56
Display message ............................ 228
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 49
Important safety notes .................... 48
Introduction ..................................... 48
Knee bag .......................................... 50
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ...........................................43
Side impact air bag .......................... 50
Window curtain air bag .................... 50
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 138
Rear ............................................... 139
Setting ........................................... 138
Setting the center air vents ........... 138
Setting the side air vents ............... 138
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 73
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 73
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 73
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 211
AMG
Performance Seat .......................... 100
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 213
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ............................................... 268
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 207
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 207
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 291
Hiding a service message .............. 291
Notes ............................................. 290
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 291
Service message ............................ 290
Special service requirements ......... 291
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Index
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ...................73
Function ........................................... 73
Switching off the alarm .................... 73
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating .................208
Display message ............................ 236
Function/notes .............................191
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 204
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 232
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ...............292
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) ....................................146
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 145
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 111
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 151
Automatic drive program ...............153
Changing gear ............................... 151
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 148
Drive program display .................... 149
Drive program display (selector
lever) ............................................. 150
Driving tips .................................... 151
Emergency running mode .............. 157
Engaging drive position .................. 150
Engaging neutral ............................ 150
Engaging park position (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 151
Engaging reverse gear ................... 149
Engaging the park position ............ 149
Holding the vehicle stationary on
uphill gradients .............................. 151
Kickdown ....................................... 152
Manual drive program .................... 154
Overview ........................................ 148
Problem (malfunction) ................... 157
Program selector button ................ 152
Pulling away ................................... 144
Selector lever ................................ 150
Starting the engine ........................ 144
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 153
Transmission positions .................. 151
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 157
B
Backup lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 231
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 65
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 78
Important safety notes .................... 78
Replacing ......................................... 78
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 307
Display message ............................ 234
Important safety notes .................. 305
Jump starting ................................. 309
Belt
see Seat belts
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 209
Display message ............................ 238
Notes/function .............................. 193
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 223
Notes ............................................. 354
Brake lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 230
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 65
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 67
BAS .................................................. 65
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 354
Display message ............................ 217
HOLD function ............................... 178
Important safety notes .................. 164
Maintenance .................................. 165
Parking brake ................................ 160
Index
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Riding tips ...................................... 164
Warning lamp .................................249
Breakdown
Where will I find...? ........................ 300
see Flat tire see Towing away see Tow-starting
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 33
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 24
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Carpets .......................................... 298
Car wash ........................................ 292
Display ...........................................296
Exhaust pipe .................................. 296
Exterior lights ................................ 295
Gear or selector lever .................... 297
General notes ................................ 291
Interior ...........................................296
Matte finish ................................... 294
Paint .............................................. 293
Plastic trim ....................................297
Power washer ................................ 293
Rear view camera .......................... 296
Roof lining ...................................... 298
Seat belt ........................................ 298
Seat cover ..................................... 297
Sensors ......................................... 295
Steering wheel ............................... 297
Trim pieces ....................................297
Washing by hand ........................... 292
Wheels ...........................................294
Windows ........................................ 294
Wiper blades .................................. 295
Wooden trim .................................. 297
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 263
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 265
Center console
Lower section .................................. 37
Upper section .................................. 36
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 212
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........76
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps ...................................119
Cornering light function ................. 119
High-beam headlamps ................... 118
Low-beam headlamps .................... 118
Rear fog lamp ................................ 119
Reversing lamps ............................ 119
Turn signals (front) ......................... 119
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 119
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 63
Rear doors ....................................... 63
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 58
Restraint systems ............................ 59
Special seat belt retractor ...............59
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 62
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 60
On the front-passenger seat ............ 62
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 62
Top Tether .......................................61
Cigarette lighter ................................ 269
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ...........................295
Climate control
Air-conditioning system ................. 127
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 129
Controlling automatically ...............133
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 131
Defrosting the windows ................. 135
Defrosting the windshield .............. 135
General notes ................................ 126
Indicator lamp ................................ 133
Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 130
Maximum cooling .......................... 135
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Index
Notes on using the air-condition-
ing system .....................................128
Overview of systems ......................126
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 133
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 137
Refrigerant ..................................... 356
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 357
Setting the air distribution ............. 134
Setting the airflow ......................... 134
Setting the air vents ......................138
Setting the temperature ................ 133
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 137
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 137
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 136
Switching the ZONE function on/
off ..................................................134
Climate control system
Automatic engine start .................. 146
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 145
Deactivating/activating ................. 146
General information ....................... 145
Important safety notes .................. 145
Introduction ................................... 145
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 32
see Instrument cluster
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating the dis-
tance warning function .................. 208
Display message ............................ 217
Operation/notes .............................. 66
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................. 208
Display message ............................ 224
Operation/notes .............................. 68
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 112
Compass
Calibrating ..................................... 283
Calling up ....................................... 282
Setting ...........................................282
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 201
Convenience closing feature .............. 88
Convenience opening feature ............ 87
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 289
Display message ............................ 233
Filling capacity ............................... 355
Important safety notes .................. 355
Temperature (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 213
Temperature gauge ........................ 198
Warning lamp ................................. 255
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 29
Cornering light function
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 229
Function/notes .............................113
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 116
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 168
Cruise control lever ....................... 168
Deactivating ................................... 169
Display message ............................ 240
Driving system ............................... 168
General notes ................................ 168
Important safety notes .................. 168
Setting a speed .............................. 169
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 169
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 267
Important safety notes .................. 266
Rear compartment ......................... 267
see Cup holder
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 27
Customer Relations Department ....... 27
Index
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D
Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 231
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) .............................................210
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 111
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 211
Interior lighting .............................. 211
Diagnostics connection ......................26
Digital speedometer .........................202
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 148
Display (cleaning instructions) ........296
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 290
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 216
Driving systems .............................236
Engine ............................................ 233
General notes ................................ 216
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 216
Lights ............................................. 229
Safety systems .............................. 217
SmartKey ....................................... 247
Tires ............................................... 241
Vehicle ...........................................243
Distance recorder .............................201
see Odometer see Trip odometer
Distance warning function
Activating/deactivating ................. 208
Function/notes ................................ 66
Warning lamp ................................. 257
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions ..................... 172
Cruise control lever ....................... 171
Deactivating ................................... 175
Display message ............................ 239
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 176
Driving tips .................................... 176
Function/notes ............................. 170
Important safety notes .................. 170
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 174
Warning lamp ................................. 257
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 212
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 82
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 76
Control panel ................................... 39
Display message ............................ 245
Emergency locking ........................... 83
Emergency unlocking ....................... 83
Important safety notes .................... 81
Opening (from inside) ...................... 81
Drinking and driving ......................... 163
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 153
Display ........................................... 150
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 149
Manual ........................................... 154
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 213
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 291
Symmetrical low beam .................. 110
Driving on flooded roads .................. 167
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 65
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 73
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 67
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 65
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .... 66
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 68
Distance warning function ............... 66
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 72
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 69
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 69
Important safety information ........... 64
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Index
Overview .......................................... 64
STEER CONTROL ............................. 73
Driving systems
Active Parking Assist ..................... 183
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 191
Blind Spot Assist ............................193
Cruise control ................................ 168
Display message ............................ 236
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 170
HOLD function ............................... 178
Lane Keeping Assist ......................195
Lane Tracking package .................. 193
PARKTRONIC ................................. 180
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 179
Rear view camera .......................... 188
Speed Limit Assist ......................... 192
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 151
Brakes ...........................................164
Break-in period .............................. 142
Checking brake lining thickness .... 166
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 176
Downhill gradient ........................... 164
Drinking and driving ....................... 163
Driving abroad ............................... 110
Driving in winter .............................167
Driving on flooded roads ................ 167
Driving on wet roads ......................167
Exhaust check ............................... 163
Fuel ................................................ 163
General .......................................... 162
Hydroplaning ................................. 167
Icy road surfaces ........................... 167
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 165
Snow chains .................................. 321
Symmetrical low beam .................. 110
Wet road surface ........................... 165
DVD video (on-board computer) ...... 205
E
EASY-VARIO-PLUS system
Cargo compartment enlargement .. 263
EBD (electronic brake force distri­bution)
Display message ............................ 219
Function/notes ................................ 72
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 163
On-board computer ....................... 202
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 58
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 83
Trunk ............................................... 85
Vehicle ............................................. 83
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 56
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 23
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 255
Display message ............................ 233
ECO start/stop function ................ 145
Engine number ............................... 351
Irregular running ............................ 147
Jump-starting ................................. 309
Starting problems .......................... 147
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 144
Switching off .................................. 160
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 314
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 147
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 288
Additives ........................................ 354
Checking the oil level ..................... 287
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 288
Display message ............................ 235
Filling capacity ............................... 354
General notes ................................ 287
Notes about oil grades ................... 353
Temperature (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 213
Viscosity ........................................ 354
Index
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ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro­gram)
Activating/deactivating (on­board computer, except AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 207
AMG menu (on-board computer) ...213
Characteristics ................................. 69
Deactivating/activating (button
in AMG vehicles) .............................. 70
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ......................70
Display message ............................ 217
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 69
Function/notes ................................ 69
General notes .................................. 69
Important safety information ........... 69
Trailer stabilization ........................... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 251
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 69
Exhaust check ................................... 163
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 296
Exterior lighting
Setting ........................................... 110
Setting options .............................. 110
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 103
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 104
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 104
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 103
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 212
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 104
Setting ........................................... 104
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 106
Storing the parking position .......... 105
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 261
F
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Filling capacities (Technical data) ... 351
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 301
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 300
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 302
Floormats ........................................... 283
Fog lamps
Extended range .............................. 114
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 230
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 353
Consumption statistics .................. 201
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 202
Displaying the range ...................... 202
Driving tips .................................... 163
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 352
Important safety notes .................. 352
Premium-grade unleaded gaso-
line ................................................. 352
Problem (malfunction) ................... 159
Refueling ........................................ 157
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 352
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 158
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 202
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 352
Problem (malfunction) ................... 159
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 315
Before changing ............................. 314
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 314
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 315
Important safety notes .................. 314
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 282
General notes ................................ 279
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Index
Important safety notes .................. 279
Opening/closing the garage door .. 281 Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 279
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, AMG vehicles) .........................213
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 297
Genuine parts ...................................... 22
Glove box ...........................................261
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps
Display message ............................ 246
Notes ............................................. 113
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 115
see Lights
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 98
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 99
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 99
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 100
General notes .................................. 99
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 118
Display message ............................ 230
Switching on/off ........................... 113
Hill start assist .................................. 144
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 178
Deactivating ................................... 179
Display message ............................ 237
Function/notes .............................178
Hood
Closing ...........................................287
Display message ............................ 245
Important safety notes .................. 286
Opening ......................................... 286
Horn ...................................................... 32
Hydroplaning ..................................... 167
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 73
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Inspection
see ASSYST PLUS
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 33
Settings ......................................... 210
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 34
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 198
Interior lighting ................................. 115
Automatic control .......................... 116
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 211
Emergency lighting ........................ 116
Important safety notes .................. 116
Manual control ............................... 116
Overview ........................................ 115
Reading lamp ................................. 115
Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 211
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 300
Using ............................................. 341
Jump starting (engine) ......................309
K
Kickdown
Driving tips ....................................152
Manual drive program .................... 156
Knee bag .............................................. 50
Index
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L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating .................209
Display message ............................ 237
Function/information .................... 195
Lane Tracking package ..................... 193
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 213
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 60
License plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 230
Light function, active
Display message ............................ 232
Lights
Activating/deactivating the inte-
rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 211
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 111
Cornering light function ................. 113
Display message ............................ 229
Driving abroad ............................... 110
Fog lamps ...................................... 111
Fog lamps (extended) .................... 114
Hazard warning lamps ................... 113
High beam flasher .......................... 113
High-beam headlamps ................... 113
Light switch ................................... 110
Low-beam headlamps .................... 111
Parking lamps ................................ 112
Rear fog lamp ................................ 112
Setting the brightness of the ambient lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 211
Standing lamps .............................. 112
Switching the daytime running lamps on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 210
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (switch) .................... 111
Switching the exterior lighting delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 211
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 211
Turn signals ................................... 112
see Interior lighting see Lights see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor (display message) ....... 232
Loading guidelines ............................ 260
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 82
Emergency locking ........................... 83
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 82
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 212
Low-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 118
Display message ............................ 229
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 110
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 100
M
M+S tires ............................................ 320
Maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 294
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 274
Display message ............................ 223
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 274
Downloading routes ....................... 278
Emergency call .............................. 271
General notes ................................ 270
Geo fencing ................................... 278
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 277
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Index
MB info call button ........................ 273
Remote vehicle locking .................. 276
Roadside Assistance button ..........273
Search & Send ............................... 275
Self-test ......................................... 271
Speed alert ....................................278
System .......................................... 271
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 278
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 277
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 276
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 77
Inserting .......................................... 77
Locking vehicle ................................ 83
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 83
Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio) ......................... 205
Memory function ............................... 106
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................216
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) ............ 205
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................77
MOExtended tires .............................. 301
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 344
Mounting a new wheel ................... 343
Preparing the vehicle .....................340
Raising the vehicle ......................... 341
Removing a wheel .......................... 343
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 341
MP3
Operation ....................................... 205
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes .............................200
Permanent display ......................... 210
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 199
Overview .......................................... 35
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 203
see separate operating instructions
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 142
O
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 55
Operation ......................................... 51
System self-test ............................... 53
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 58
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Important safety notes .................... 43
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 64
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 55
Operation ......................................... 51
System self-test ............................... 53
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 213
Assistance menu ........................... 207
Audio menu ................................... 204
Convenience submenu .................. 212
Displaying a service message ........291
Display messages .......................... 216
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 176
Factory settings submenu ............. 213
Important safety notes .................. 198
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 210
Lighting submenu .......................... 210
Menu overview .............................. 201
Message memory .......................... 216
Navigation menu ............................ 203
Index
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Operation ....................................... 199
RACETIMER ................................... 213
Service menu ................................. 209
Settings menu ...............................209
Standard display ............................ 201
Telephone menu ............................ 205
Trip menu ...................................... 201
Vehicle submenu ........................... 212
Video DVD operation ..................... 205
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 119
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 ........... 199
Overhead control panel ...................... 38
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 64
P
Paint code number ............................ 350
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 293
Panic alarm .......................................... 42
Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel
Important safety notes .................... 89
Operating ......................................... 90
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 93
Reversing feature ............................. 90
Parcel net ........................................... 263
Parking ............................................... 159
Important safety notes .................. 159
Parking brake ................................ 160
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 105
Rear view camera .......................... 188
see Active Parking Assist see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 183
see Exterior mirrors see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 220
Electric parking brake .................... 160
Warning lamp ................................. 254
see Parking brake
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 112
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 182
Driving system ............................... 180
Function/notes ............................. 180
Important safety notes .................. 180
Problem (malfunction) ................... 183
Range of the sensors ..................... 181
Warning display ............................. 182
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 43
Problems (malfunction) .................. 228
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 64
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 297
Power washers .................................. 293
Power windows
see Side windows
Program selector button .................. 152
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 73
Immobilizer ...................................... 73
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 22
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 144
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 179
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 213
Radar sensor system
Activating/deactivating ................. 212
Display message ............................ 237
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Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 204
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmis­sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Rain closing feature (panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel) .... 91
Reading lamp ..................................... 115
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 139
Rear fog lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
Display message ............................ 231
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seats
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 264
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 296
Function/notes ............................. 188
Switching on/off ........................... 188
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 103
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 104
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 137
Switching on/off ........................... 136
Recuperation display ........................ 202
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys­tem)
Important safety notes .................. 356
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 157
Refueling process .......................... 158
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 279
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 279
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 116
Overview of bulb types .................. 117
Removing/replacing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 118
Reporting safety defects .................... 27
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 235
Warning lamp ................................. 255
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 137
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 225
Introduction ..................................... 42
Problem (malfunction) ................... 254
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Reverse gear (selector lever) ........... 150
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 90
Roller sunblinds ............................... 91
Side windows ................................... 86
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 24
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 92
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 91
Roof carrier ........................................ 265
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 298
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 357
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 203
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Child restraint systems .................... 59
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 51
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Index
15
Seat belts
Adjusting the height .........................46
Cleaning .........................................298
Correct usage .................................. 46
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Releasing ......................................... 47
Warning lamp ................................. 247
Warning lamp (function) ................... 47
Seats
Adjusting (AMG Performance
Seat) .............................................. 100
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 98
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 100
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 98
Calling up a stored setting (mem-
ory function) .................................. 107
Cleaning the cover ......................... 297
Correct driver's seat position ........... 96
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 264
Important safety notes .................... 97
Seat heating problem .................... 102
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 106
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 100
Selector lever
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 295
Service Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 209
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 354
Coolant (engine) ............................ 355
Engine oil ....................................... 353
Fuel ................................................ 352
Important safety notes .................. 351
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 356
Washer fluid ................................... 356
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 213
On-board computer ....................... 209
Setting the air distribution ............... 134
Setting the airflow ............................ 134
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 213
Side impact air bag ............................. 50
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 231
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 294
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 87
Important safety information ........... 86
Opening/closing .............................. 87
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 89
Resetting ......................................... 88
Reversing feature ............................. 86
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 78
Changing the programming ............. 77
Checking the battery ....................... 78
Convenience closing feature ............ 88
Convenience opening feature .......... 87
Display message ............................ 247
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 76
Important safety notes .................... 76
Loss ................................................. 80
Mechanical key ................................ 77
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 143
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 80
Starting the engine ........................ 144
SmartKey positions (ignition lock) .. 143
Snow chains ...................................... 321
Sockets
Center console .............................. 269
Points to observe before use ......... 269
Rear compartment ......................... 270
Trunk ............................................. 270
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Special seat belt retractor .................. 59
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
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Index
Speed Limit Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 207
Display message ............................236
Display message in the multifunc-
tion display ....................................193
General notes ........................ 192, 193
Important safety notes .................. 192
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 210
Digital ............................................ 202
In the Instrument cluster ................. 33
Segments ...................................... 199
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 210
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 70
Warning lamp ................................. 252
SRS (Supplemental Restraint Sys­tem)
see Restraint system
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 231
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 143
STEER CONTROL .................................. 73
Steering (display message) .............. 246
Steering assistant STEER CON­TROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ......................102
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 199
Cleaning ......................................... 297
Important safety notes .................. 102
Paddle shifters ............................... 153
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........153
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 213
Stowage
Center console (front) .................... 261
Stowage areas ................................... 261
Stowage compartments
Armrest (front) ............................... 262
Armrest (under) .............................262
Center console (rear) ..................... 263
Cup holders ................................... 266
Eyeglasses compartment ...............261
Glove box ....................................... 261
Important safety information ......... 261
Parcel net ...................................... 263
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 262
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 265
Summer tires ..................................... 320
Sun visor ............................................ 267
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................211
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 137
T
Tachometer ........................................ 199
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 230
see Lights
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Technical data
Information ....................................350
Tires/wheels ................................. 344
Vehicle data ................................... 357
TELEAID
Call priority ....................................274
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 274
Downloading routes ....................... 278
Emergency call .............................. 271
General notes ................................ 270
Geo fencing ................................... 278
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............277
MB info call button ........................ 273
Remote vehicle locking .................. 276
Roadside Assistance button .......... 273
Search & Send ............................... 275
Self-test ......................................... 271
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Speed alert .................................... 278
System .......................................... 271
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 278
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 277
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 276
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 206
Display message ............................ 246
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 205
Number from the phone book ........ 206
Redialing ........................................ 206
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 206
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 198
Coolant (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 213
Engine oil (on-board computer,
AMG vehicles) ................................ 213
Outside temperature ...................... 199
Setting (climate control) ................ 133
Through-loading ................................ 263
Through-loading feature ................... 263
Time
see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 213
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 302
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 325
Checking manually ........................ 324
Display message ............................ 241
Important safety notes .................. 325
Maximum ....................................... 324
Notes ............................................. 323
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 304
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 304
Recommended ............................... 321
see Tire pressure
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 326
Function/notes ............................. 325
General notes ................................ 325
Restarting ...................................... 327
Warning lamp ................................. 258
Warning message .......................... 327
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 338
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 337
Bar (definition) ............................... 337
Changing a wheel .......................... 339
Characteristics .............................. 337
Checking ........................................ 319
Curb weight (definition) ................. 338
Definition of terms ......................... 337
Direction of rotation ...................... 340
Display message ............................ 241
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 339
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 336
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 337
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 337
General notes ................................ 344
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 338
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 338
Important safety notes .................. 318
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 337
Information on driving .................... 318
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 338
Labeling (overview) ........................ 333
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 339
Load index ..................................... 336
Load index (definition) ................... 338
M+S tires ....................................... 320
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 338
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 338
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 338
Maximum tire load ......................... 331
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 338
MOExtended tires .......................... 320
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 339
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 338
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Index
Replacing .......................................340
Service life ..................................... 320
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 339
Snow chains .................................. 321
Speed rating (definition) ................ 338
Storing ...........................................340
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 337
Summer tires ................................. 167
Summer tires in winter .................. 320
Temperature .................................. 333
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 339
Tire bead (definition) ......................339
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 339
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 337
Tire size (data) ............................... 344
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 334
Tire tread ....................................... 319
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 339
Total load limit (definition) ............. 339
Traction ......................................... 332
Traction (definition) ....................... 339
Tread wear ..................................... 332
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 332
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 337
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 339
Wheel and tire combination ........... 346
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 337
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 61
Towing a trailer
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 72
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 311
Installing the towing eye ................ 312
Removing the towing eye ............... 313
Transporting the vehicle ................ 314
With both axles on the ground ....... 313
With front axle raised ..................... 313
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 314
Important safety notes .................. 311
Installing the towing eye ................ 312
Removing the towing eye ............... 313
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 149
Transporting the vehicle .................. 314
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 297
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 201
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 201
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 202
see Trip odometer
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 85
Emergency release button ............... 86
Important safety notes .................... 84
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 84
Opening (automatically from out-
side) ................................................. 84
Opening automatically from
inside ............................................... 85
Trunk emergency release button ....... 86
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 245
Opening dimensions ...................... 357
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 357
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 119
Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 119
Display message ............................ 229
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 83
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 82
Index
19
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 268
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Equipment ....................................... 23
Individual settings .......................... 209
Limited Warranty ............................. 28
Loading .......................................... 328
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 83
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 76
Lowering ........................................ 344
Maintenance .................................... 24
Parking for a long period ................ 162
Pulling away ................................... 144
Raising ........................................... 341
Reporting problems ......................... 27
Securing from rolling away ............ 341
Towing away .................................. 311
Tow-starting ................................... 311
Transporting .................................. 314
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 83
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 76
Vehicle data ................................... 357
Vehicle data ....................................... 357
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 357
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 83
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 350
Vehicle maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 300
Video (DVD) ........................................ 205
VIN
Seat ............................................... 351
Type plate ...................................... 350
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 249
Brakes ........................................... 249
Check Engine ................................. 255
Coolant .......................................... 255
Distance warning ........................... 257
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 257
ESP®.............................................. 251
ESP®OFF ....................................... 252
Fuel tank ........................................ 255
Overview .......................................... 34
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 43
Reserve fuel ................................... 255
Restraint system ............................ 254
Seat belt ........................................ 247
SPORT handling mode ................... 252
Tire pressure monitor .................... 258
Warranty .............................................. 23
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 246
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 344
Wheel chock ...................................... 341
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 339
Checking ........................................ 319
Cleaning ......................................... 294
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 340
General notes ................................ 344
Important safety notes .................. 318
Information on driving .................... 318
Interchanging/changing ................ 340
Mounting a new wheel ................... 343
Mounting a wheel .......................... 340
Removing a wheel .......................... 343
Snow chains .................................. 321
Storing ........................................... 340
Tightening torque ........................... 344
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 344
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 226
Operation ......................................... 50
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 135
see Windshield
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 290
Important safety notes .................. 356
Windshield wipers
Display message ............................ 246
Problem (malfunction) ................... 123
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Index
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 121
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 167
Snow chains .................................. 321
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 320
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 320
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 295
Important safety notes .................. 121
Replacing (windshield) ................... 121
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 297
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Z
ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 134
Index
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Protection of the environment
General notes
H
Environmental note
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:
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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
H
Environmental note
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
R
door pillars
R
door sills
R
seats
R
cockpit
R
instrument cluster
R
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.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Introduction
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 safety-rel­evant 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) when ordering genuine Mercedes­Benz parts (Y page 350).
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.
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
Warranty
The implied warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and conditions in the Service and Warranty Infor­mation booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will replace and repair all factory-installed parts in accordance with the following warranty terms and conditions:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System 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 Sys­tem Warranty
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State warranty enforcement laws (lemon laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are cov­ered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Acces­sories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Should you lose your Service and War­ranty Information booklet, have an author­ized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. The new Service and War­ranty Information booklet will be posted to you.
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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 malfunc-
tion 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 malfunc-
tion 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.
If you have purchased a used car, please send us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
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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
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WARNING
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.
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WARNING
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.
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WARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads, check the vehicle's underside regularly. In particular, remove parts of plants or other flammable materials which have become trapped. In the case of damage, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
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WARNING
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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If you make any changes to the vehicle elec­tronics, the general operating permit is ren­dered invalid.
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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
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, they can catch fire.
In such situations, 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.
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WARNING
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.
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WARNING
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
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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 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
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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 Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Data stored in the vehicle
Data recording
This vehicle is capable of recording diagnostic information relating to vehicle operation, mal­functions, and user settings. This may include information about the performance or status of various systems, including but not limited to, engine, throttle, steering or brake sys­tems, that is stored and can be read out with suitable devices, particularly when the vehi­cle is serviced. The data obtained is used to properly diagnose and service your vehicle or to further optimize and develop vehicle func­tions.
COMAND/mbrace (Canada: TELEAID)
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s operation, the use of the vehicle in certain situations, and the location of the vehicle may be compiled through COMAND or the mbrace system.
For additional information please refer to the COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
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 that have the special equipment, such as law enforce­ment, can read the information by accessing the vehicle or the EDR.
EDR data may be used in civil and criminal matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all lia­bility arising from the extraction of this infor­mation by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz per­sonnel.
MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of
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