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R-Class
Operator’s Manual
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a multiple-step procedure.
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Our company and staff congratulate you on
the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.
Your selection of our product is a
demonstration of your trust in our company
Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire
name.
to own an automobile that will be as easy as
possible to operate and will provide years of
service.
Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of
many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To
help assure your driving pleasure, and also
the safety of you and your passengers, we ask
you to make a small investment of time:
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operation of your Mercedes-Benz.
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cautions contained in this manual. They are
designed to help improve the safety of the
vehicle operator and occupants.
We extend our best wishes for many miles of
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 20
Contents
At a glance ........................................... 25
Safety and security ............................. 35
Controls in detail ................................. 69
Operation ........................................... 219
Practical hints ................................... 269
Technical data ................................... 343
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1, 2, 3 ...
115V AC Socket .................................
206
3-zone automatic climate control
see Climate control system
4-ETS (Electronic Traction System) ... 65
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
A
ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 63
Indicator lamp ................................
300
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 275, 286
Accessory weight .............................. 248
Accidents ........................................... 113
Air bags ........................................... 37
Distance warning function ............. 152
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 209
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ........................................ 53
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
see Headlamps
Adaptive Damping System
see ADS
AdBlue® ...................................... 331, 354
Capacity, AdBlue® tank ................. 351
Refilling ......................................... 332
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 352
Gasoline ......................................... 354
Address change ................................... 22
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 153
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 232
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 283, 298
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment .. 209
Front, driver and passenger ............. 40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 45, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 42, 307
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 277
OCS (Occupant Classification
System ............................................. 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 40
Window curtain ................................ 41
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 352
Air distribution .......................... 168, 177
Air filter .............................................. 294
AIRMATIC
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 153
Introduction ................................... 153
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Vehicle level control ...................... 154
AIRMATIC/Compass menu ............... 129
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 249
Air pump (electric) ............................ 328
Air recirculation mode .............. 169, 179
Air volume ................................. 168, 178
Alarm system
see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool
kit) .............................................. 270, 327
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 156
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 282, 292
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 356
Antilock Brake System
see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 67
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 67
Immobilizer ...................................... 67
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
Armrest, front
Storage compartment .................... 198
Telephone tray ............................... 198
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Armrest, rear
Storage compartment
.................... 199
Ashtrays ............................................. 204
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 249
Audio/DVD menu .............................. 128
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ........ 94
Automatic central locking .......... 74, 137
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 98
Automatic interior lighting control .. 102
Automatic locking when driving ...... 137
Automatic shift program .................. 120
Automatic transmission ................... 115
Automatic shift program ................ 120
Emergency operation (limp-home
mode) ............................................ 121
Gear range indicator ...................... 120
Gear ranges ................................... 119
Gear selector lever ........................ 116
Hill-start assist system .................. 153
Kickdown ....................................... 119
One-touch gearshifting .................. 120
Program mode indicator ................ 120
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) .............. 120
Shifting procedure ......................... 118
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 121
Towing a trailer .............................. 119
Transmission position indicator ..... 118
Transmission positions .................. 118
AUX socket ........................................ 198
Axle oils .............................................. 351
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system ............. 45
Self-test
........................................... 47
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 249
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 64
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition .......................... 73
Replacing ....................................... 310
Index
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 333
Charging ........................................ 335
Jump starting ................................. 336
Messages in the multifunction
................................... 282, 292
display
Bead (tire) .......................................... 249
Beverage holders
see Cup holders
Bleeding the fuel system (diesel
engine) ............................................... 331
BlueTEC
AdBlue® tank ................................. 331
AdBlue® tank capacity ................... 351
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 227
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 286
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 285
Brakes ................................................ 253
Parking brake ........................ 114, 255
Warning lamp ................................. 301
Break-in period .................................. 220
Bug cover (Radiator) ......................... 224
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) ...................................... 140
Can holders
see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 350
Cargo compartment
Cargo net ....................................... 196
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 189
Cover blind .................................... 194
Fuse box ........................................ 342
Hooks ............................................ 189
Tie-down rings ............................... 188
Cargo compartment cover blind ...... 194
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Cargo net ........................................... 196
Cargo tie-down rings ......................... 188
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 267
Central locking
Automatic ................................ 74, 137
KEYLESS-GO
.................................... 71
Locking/unlocking from inside ........ 74
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Central locking/unlocking switch ..... 74
Certification label .............................. 344
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 45
Child safety locks (rear doors) ......... 61
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type .... 60
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (Canada only) ......... 45
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off (USA only) .............. 42
Infant and child restraint systems .... 55
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
Override switch ................................ 62
Safety notes ..................................... 55
Tether anchorage points .................. 57
Top tether ........................................ 57
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 268
Cigarette lighter ................................ 205
Climate control system .................... 162
3-zone automatic climate control .. 170
Air conditioning ..................... 167, 175
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 352
Air distribution ....................... 168, 177
Air recirculation mode ........... 169, 179
Air volume ............................. 168, 178
Automatic mode .................... 167, 176
Climate control .............................. 164
Deactivating system .............. 166, 175
Front defroster ...................... 168, 178
Residual heat and
ventilation .............................. 170, 180
Temperature .......................... 168, 176
Clock ............................................ 28, 133
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 249
Collapsible tire (spare wheel) .......... 350
Collapsible wheel chock ................... 272
COMAND system
see separate COMAND system
operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 100
Comfort submenu
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 137
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ................................... 138
Seat belt adjustment feature ......... 138
Compass
Calling up ....................................... 216
Control system .................................. 123
Multifunction display ..................... 125
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 123
Resetting to factory settings .......... 131
Control system menus ...................... 126
AIRMATIC/Compass ...................... 129
Audio/DVD .................................... 128
Distronic ........................................ 129
Navigation ..................................... 129
Settings ......................................... 130
Standard display ............................ 126
Telephone ...................................... 140
Trip computer ................................ 139
Vehicle status message memory ... 130
Control system submenus
Comfort ......................................... 137
Instrument cluster ......................... 132
Lighting .......................................... 134
Time/Date ..................................... 133
Vehicle ........................................... 137
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 356
Capacities ...................................... 351
Checking level ............................... 225
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps .................................................. 101
Cruise control .................................... 142
Activating ....................................... 143
Canceling ....................................... 143
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Changing the set speed ................. 144
Last stored speed .......................... 144
Lever ..............................................
143
Messages in the mutlifunction
display ........................................... 280
Resume function ............................ 144
Setting current speed .................... 143
Cup holders ........................................ 201
Curb weight ....................................... 249
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
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Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 23
Date, Setting ...................................... 134
Daytime running lamp mode .............. 99
Switching on or off ......................... 134
Deep water
see Standing water
Defroster
Rear window .................................. 180
Windshield ............................. 168, 178
Delayed shut-off
Exterior lamps ................................ 135
Interior lighting .............................. 136
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Diesel engine
Preglow indicator lamp .................... 29
Diesel fuel
see Fuel
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 113
With starting .................................. 111
Digital clock
see Clock
Digital speedometer ......................... 127
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 240
Displays
Digital speedometer ...................... 127
Distronic ........................................ 146
Maintenance service indicator ....... 261
Index
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 274
Multifunction display ..................... 125
Outside temperature ............. 127, 133
Symbol messages .......................... 285
Text messages ............................... 275
Trip computer ................................ 139
Vehicle status message memory ... 130
Vehicle system settings ................. 130
Distronic ............................................ 145
Cleaning system sensor cover ....... 265
Control system .............................. 129
Distance warning function ............. 152
Distance warning
lamp ...................................... 147, 304
Driving with .................................... 151
Menu ............................................. 147
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 280
Resume function ............................ 150
Sensor cover .................................. 265
Speed settings ............................... 149
Door control panel .............................. 33
Door handles ........................................ 33
Doors
Child safety locks ............................ 61
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) ... 71
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 70
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Opening from inside ......................... 74
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 212
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 308
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 249
Drinking and driving ......................... 253
Driving
Abroad ........................................... 259
Hydroplaning ................................. 255
Instructions ........................... 110, 253
In winter ........................................ 252
Problems ....................................... 113
Safety systems ................................ 63
Systems ......................................... 142
Through standing water ................. 256
With Distronic ................................ 151
Driving and parking
Safety notes .................................. 110
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Driving off .................................. 112, 255
Driving safety systems ....................... 63
............................................... 65
4-ETS
ABS .................................................. 63
BAS .................................................. 64
EBP .................................................. 64
ESP® ................................................ 65
Driving systems
AIRMATIC ...................................... 153
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 156
Cruise control ................................ 142
Distronic ........................................ 145
Hill-start assist system .................. 153
Parktronic system .......................... 156
Rear view camera .......................... 159
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 119
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Easy-entry/exit feature .............. 92, 137
EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ......................................
64
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications ................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 206
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Electronic Traction System
see 4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 270
Flat tire .......................................... 319
Hazard warning flasher .................. 101
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 210
Towing the vehicle ......................... 338
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 209
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 342
Emergency operations
Limp-home mode ........................... 121
Remote door unlock ...................... 212
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 260
Information label ............................
345
System warranties ........................... 20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............ 220
Cleaning ......................................... 264
Compartment ................................ 222
Malfunction indicator
lamp ........................................ 29, 305
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Number .......................................... 345
Starting .......................................... 110
Turning off ..................................... 114
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine compartment
Radiator ......................................... 224
Engine coolant
see Coolant
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 225
Additives ........................................ 352
Checking level ............................... 224
Consumption ................................. 224
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Oil dipstick ..................................... 224
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 352
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .............................................. 65
4-ETS ............................................... 65
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 275, 286
Trailer stabilization ........................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 303
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 52
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Express operation
Panorama roof ............................... 184
Power windows .............................. 106
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 181
Exterior lamp switch ........................... 97
Exterior rear view mirrors .................. 94
Fold-in function .............................. 138
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Parking position ............................... 95
Power folding ................................... 95
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
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Fastening the seat belts ..................... 49
First aid kit .........................................
270
Flat tire ............................................... 319
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 329
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 324
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 320
Spare wheel ........................... 319, 350
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 320
Floormats ........................................... 217
Fluids
AdBlue® ......................................... 351
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 350
Brake fluid ..................................... 351
Capacities ...................................... 350
Engine coolant ............................... 351
Engine oil ....................................... 350
Power steering fluid ....................... 351
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 351
Fog lamps ............................................. 99
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 295, 296
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ...................................... 138
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front axle oil ...................................... 351
Front lamps
see Headlamps
Front passenger front air bag ............ 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 277
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada only) ..... 45, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) .......... 42, 307
Front seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Fuel ............................................. 220, 353
Additives ........................................ 354
Index
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 351
Diesel fuel
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 253
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 139
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 221
Fuel tank reserve warning
lamp ........................................ 29, 305
Premium unleaded gasoline ... 351, 353
Refueling ........................................ 220
Requirements ................................ 353
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 221
Opening manually .......................... 309
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc.
Capacities ...................................... 350
Fuel system, bleeding (diesel
engine) ............................................... 331
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 351
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 221
Refueling ........................................ 220
Fuses .................................................. 340
G
Garage door opener .................... 32, 213
Gasoline
see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 249
Gear range ......................................... 119
Indicator ........................................ 120
Limiting .......................................... 121
Shifting into optimal ...................... 121
Gear selector lever ............................ 116
Cleaning ......................................... 267
Gearshift pattern ........................... 116
Shifting procedure ......................... 118
Transmission position indicator ..... 118
Transmission positions .................. 118
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 198
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Trailer Weight
see GTW
............................. 351, 353
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Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) .............. 249
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 249
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 249
H
Halogen headlamps
see Headlamps
Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 267
Hazard warning flasher .................... 101
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 101
Headlamps
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ............. 97
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 98
Bi-Xenon .................................. 97, 313
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Cleaning system ............................ 101
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 99
Delayed shut-off ............................ 135
Halogen ......................................... 313
High-beam flasher ......................... 101
High-beam headlamps ................... 100
Low-beam headlamps ...................... 98
Replacing bulbs ............................. 312
Switch .............................................. 97
Headliner, cleaning and care of ....... 267
Head restraints .................................... 81
Adjustment ................................ 81, 83
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ......................................... 53
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints, resetting ....................... 310
Heated steering wheel ........................ 93
Height adjustment
Seat belt outlet ................................ 50
Seats ............................................... 81
Vehicle level control ...................... 154
High-beam flasher ............................. 101
High-beam headlamps .............. 100, 313
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
Hill-start assist system ..................... 153
Hinged quarter windows .................. 107
Hood ................................................... 222
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 288
Hooks ................................................. 189
Horn ...................................................... 27
HVAC
see Climate control system
Hydroplaning ..................................... 255
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Identification labels .......................... 344
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 345
Ignition ................................... 79, 80, 111
Immobilizer .......................................... 67
Indicator lamps
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 217
Inside door handle .............................. 74
Instrument cluster ...................... 28, 122
Illumination .................................... 123
Lamps ............................................ 299
Multifunction display ..................... 125
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting
Delayed shut-off ............................ 136
Emergency lighting ........................ 103
Front .............................................. 102
Front reading lamps ....................... 102
Rear ............................................... 103
Rear reading lamps ........................ 103
Interior rear view mirror ..................... 94
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping
Rain sensor .................................... 104
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Jack ..................................................... 272
Jump starting ..................................... 336
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ............................................. 73
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 308
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp .......................... 73
Checking batteries ........................... 73
Factory setting
........................... 71, 72
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Global locking (SmartKey) ................ 71
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) ............................................ 72, 73
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 71
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ..... 72
Locking/unlocking ........................... 70
Loss of ............................................. 73
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 289
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof or the
panorama roof ............................... 108
Opening and closing the windows . 108
Remote control ................................ 70
Replacing batteries ........................ 310
Restoring to factory setting ....... 71, 73
Selective setting ........................ 71, 73
Starter switch positions ................... 79
KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions ................... 80
Kickdown ........................................... 119
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 249
L
Labels
Certification ................................... 344
Emission control information
......... 345
Index
Tire and Loading Information
........................................... 236
placard
Tire inflation pressure .................... 230
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Front .............................................. 313
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Rear ............................................... 313
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 28, 300
Brakes ..................................... 28, 301
Distance warning
lamp ........................ 28, 147, 152, 304
Engine malfunction .................. 29, 305
ESP® ........................................ 28, 303
Fog lamps ........................................ 99
Front passenger front air bag off
(Canada only) .......................... 45, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
(USA only) ................................ 42, 307
Fuel tank reserve ..................... 29, 305
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 100
Instrument cluster ................... 28, 299
Low-beam headlamps ................ 29, 98
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale .................. 28, 306
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 51, 302
SRS .................................... 29, 36, 303
Turn signals ..................................... 28
Language, selecting .......................... 133
LATCH-type child seat anchors
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 296
Replacing bulbs ............................. 314
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 267
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
Lighting ................................................ 97
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 99
Exterior ............................................ 97
Interior ........................................... 102
Limp-home mode .............................. 121
Load index (tires) ...................... 245, 249
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Loading
see Vehicle loading
Locator lighting ................................. 135
Lock button
Outside door handle (KEYLESS-
GO) .................................................. 73
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 309
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Loss of
Key .................................................. 73
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 344
Low-beam headlamps ......................... 98
Exterior lamp switch ........................ 97
Switching on .................................... 98
Lubricants .......................................... 350
Lumbar support ................................... 86
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance System
Service indicator display
................ 262
Service indicator message ............. 261
Service term exceeded .................. 261
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) ................................ 98
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 250
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 249
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 250
Mechanical key .................................. 308
Media interface ................................. 198
Memory function ................................. 96
Menus
see Control system menus
Mirrors .................................................. 93
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ....... 94
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ............................................ 95
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 94
Interior rear view mirror ................... 94
Memory function .............................. 96
Vanity mirror .................................. 203
MOExtended system ......................... 330
MOExtended tires ..................... 330, 347
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 353
Motor Octane Number
see MON
Multicontour seat ................................ 90
Multifunction display ........................ 125
Symbol messages .......................... 285
Text messages ............................... 275
Vehicle status messages ............... 274
Multifunction display messages
ABS ....................................... 275, 286
Active headlamps .......................... 295
Advanced TPMS ..................... 283, 298
Air bags ......................................... 277
Air filter .......................................... 294
AIRMATIC ...................................... 287
Alternator .............................. 282, 292
Automatic
transmission .................................. 282
Battery ................................... 282, 292
Brake fluid ..................................... 286
Brake pads ..................................... 285
Coolant .......................................... 290
Corner-illuminating front fog
lamps ............................................. 297
Cruise control ................................ 280
Distronic ........................................ 280
Doors ............................................. 289
EBP ................................................ 286
Engine oil ....................................... 293
ESP® ...................................... 275, 286
Fog lamps .............................. 295, 296
Front passenger front air bag ........ 277
Gas cap .......................................... 294
High-beam lamps ........................... 296
Hood .............................................. 288
License plate lamps ....................... 296
Light sensor ................................... 296
Low-beam lamps ............................ 296
Parking brake ................................ 286
Parking lamps ................................ 296
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 276
Reserve fuel ................................... 293
Reverse lamp ................................. 295
Side marker lamps ......................... 295
SmartKey ....................................... 289
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SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 289
SRS ................................................ 287
.......................................... 288
Tailgate
Tail lamps ...................................... 297
Tele Aid .......................................... 287
Tire inflation pressure ............ 283, 298
Tire pressure monitor .................... 283
Tires ...................................... 283, 298
Trailer brake lamps ........................ 297
Trailer tail lamps ............................ 297
Trailer turn signal lamps ................ 297
Turn signals ................................... 298
Washer fluid ................................... 290
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment ...................................... 91
Buttons .......................................... 123
Cleaning ......................................... 267
Easy-entry/exit feature ........... 92, 137
Gearshift control ............................ 121
Heating ............................................ 93
Memory function .............................. 96
Overview .......................................... 30
N
Navigation menu ............................... 129
Navigation system
see Separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO active front head
restraints ............................................. 53
Resetting ....................................... 310
Nets, parcel ....................................... 188
Night security illumination .............. 135
Normal occupant weight .................. 250
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 345
O
Occupant Classification System
see
OCS (Occupant Classification
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 250
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
BabySmart™ .................................... 45
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Index
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type .... 60
Fastening the seat belts ...................
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (Canada
only) ........................................ 45, 307
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp (USA only) ........ 42, 307
Infant and child restraint systems .... 55
Introduction ..................................... 36
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 42
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 52
Seat belts .................................. 39, 47
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 42
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 125
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 120
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 265
Outside temperature
see Displays
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 264
Paintwork code ................................. 345
Panic alarm .......................................... 62
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ...................................... 184
Cleaning .........................................
Operation ....................................... 184
Roller sunblinds ............................. 184
Synchronizing ................................ 186
Parcel nets ......................................... 188
Parking ............................................... 114
Parktronic system .......................... 156
Parking brake ............................ 114, 255
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 286
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 95
Transmission position .................... 118
49
266
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Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ............... 265
Malfunction ....................................
159
Minimum distance ......................... 158
Sensor range ................................. 157
Switching on/off ........................... 159
System sensors ............................. 157
Warning indicators ................... 27, 158
Parts service ...................................... 344
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(Canada only)
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (Canada only)
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
(USA only)
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp (USA only)
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 253
Phone
see Telephone
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 267
Power assistance .............................. 253
Power outlets .................................... 206
Power seats
see Seats
Power tailgate
Closing ............................................. 76
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 288
Opening ........................................... 76
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation ....................................... 181
Synchronizing ................................ 183
Power washer .................................... 263
Power windows ................................. 106
Cleaning ......................................... 266
Door windows ................................ 107
Hinged quarter windows ................ 107
Operation ....................................... 106
Rear door window, override
switch .............................................. 62
Synchronizing ................................ 107
Practical hints ................................... 270
Preglow indicator lamp .............. 29, 111
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 52
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 276
Problems
While driving .................................. 113
With vehicle ..................................... 23
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 250
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program ................ 120
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 250
R
Radiator ..................................... 224, 251
Radio
Selecting stations
.......................... 128
Radio transmitters ............................ 260
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 351
Rear center console .......................... 200
Rear doors
Child safety locks ............................ 61
Rear door window
Override switch ................................ 62
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
Rear lamps
see Tail lamps
Rear seat ashtray
see Ashtrays
Rear seats
see Seats
Rear view camera .............................. 159
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 266
Rear window defroster ..................... 180
Rear window wiper/washer ............. 105
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 228, 250
Refilling
AdBlue® ......................................... 332
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 352
Refueling ............................................ 220
Regular checks .................................. 222
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Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 212
Replacing bulbs ................................. 312
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 293
Warning lamp ................................... 29
Reset button ................................ 28, 122
Reset tool (NECK-PRO active front
head restraints) ................................. 310
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Rims ........................................... 250, 347
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 210
Roller sunblinds ................................. 184
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 353
Roof rack ............................................ 187
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 267
Run-flat tires
see MOExtended tires
S
Safety
Driving safety systems ..................... 63
Occupant safety ...............................
36
Reporting defects ............................ 23
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 52
Seat belts ............................................. 47
Adjustment function ........................ 51
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Cleaning ......................................... 267
Fastening ......................................... 49
Height adjustment ........................... 50
Proper use of ................................... 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Safety notes ..................................... 47
Telltale ..................................... 29, 302
Seat heating ......................................... 91
Seating capacity ................................ 237
Index
Seats .....................................................
Adjustment ...................................... 81
Easy-entry/exit feature .................... 92
Folding (expanding cargo volume) . 189
Heating ............................................ 91
Memory function .............................. 96
Multicontour seat ............................ 90
Rear seats ........................................ 86
Ventilation ....................................... 90
Securing cargo
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 188
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Self-test
BabySmart™ .................................... 47
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 208
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 344
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 241
Settings
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ......... 72
Factory setting (SmartKey) .............. 71
Memory function .............................. 96
Menu ............................................. 130
Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 73
Selective setting (SmartKey) ............ 71
Side impact air bags ........................... 40
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 295
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 250
Side windows
see Power windows
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
see Key, SmartKey
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Snow chains ...................................... 252
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Spare wheel ....................................... 347
Mounting ....................................... 324
Storage location ............................ 272
Speedometer ............................... 28, 146
Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 143
Distronic ........................................ 149
Resume function ................... 144, 150
SRS
Indicator lamp ................... 29, 36, 303
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Standing water, driving through ...... 256
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 80
SmartKey ......................................... 79
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 111
Starting the engine ........................... 110
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel,
Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 121
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 212
Storage compartments ..................... 197
Storing tires ....................................... 242
Stranded vehicle ............................... 340
Sunroof
see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade
Rear door window .......................... 204
Sun visors .......................................... 203
Suspension tuning
see AIRMATIC
T
Tachometer ..................................
29, 123
Overspeed range ........................... 123
Tailgate
Closing ............................................. 75
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 288
Opening ........................................... 75
Power tailgate
.................................. 76
Tail lamps ........................................... 313
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 297
Tar stains ........................................... 263
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 352
Brake fluid ..................................... 352
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 350
Coolant .......................................... 355
Engine oil additives ........................ 352
Engine oils ..................................... 352
Fuel requirements .......................... 353
Gasoline additives .......................... 354
Identification labels ....................... 344
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 353
Rims and tires ................................ 347
Spare wheel ................................... 350
Vehicle specification R 350 ........... 346
Vehicle specification
R 350 BlueTEC ............................... 346
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 351, 357
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
Tele Aid ............................................... 207
Emergency calls ............................. 209
Information button ......................... 210
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 209
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 287
Remote door unlock ...................... 212
Roadside Assistance button .......... 210
Search & Send ............................... 212
SOS button .................................... 209
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 212
System self-test ............................. 208
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Telephone .............................................
30
Answering/ending a call ................ 141
Hands-free microphone ................... 33
Menu ............................................. 140
Operation ....................................... 140
Phone book .................................... 141
Redialing ........................................ 142
Temperature
Interior temperature .............. 168, 176
Outside .................................. 127, 133
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Tie-down rings ................................... 188
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 330
Time setting ....................................... 133
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 250
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 236
Tire and loading terminology ........... 248
TIREFIT ............................................... 320
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................ 230
Important notes on ........................ 229
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 230
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 236
Tire labeling ....................................... 244
Tire load rating .................................. 249
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 250
Tire pressure loss warning system . 231
Tire repair kit
see TIREFIT
Tires ........................................... 227, 347
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 232
Air pressure ................................... 228
Care and maintenance ................... 241
Cleaning ......................................... 242
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 240
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 229
Inflation pressure ........................... 230
Index
Information placard ....................... 236
Inspection ...................................... 241
Labeling ......................................... 244
Load index ............................. 245, 249
Load rating .................................... 249
Messages in the multifunction
display
................................... 283, 298
MOExtended .................................. 347
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 250
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 230
Retreads ........................................ 227
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 347
Rotation ......................................... 243
Service life ..................................... 241
Sizes .............................................. 347
Snow chains .................................. 252
Speed rating .......................... 246, 250
Storing ........................................... 242
Temperature .......................... 229, 243
Terminology ................................... 248
TIREFIT (tire repair kit) ................... 320
Tire Identification Number ............. 250
Tire pressure loss warning system . 231
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction telltale ........................ 306
Traction ................................. 242, 250
Tread ............................................. 251
Tread depth ........................... 241, 251
Treadwear ...................................... 242
Treadwear indicators ............. 241, 251
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 251
Wear pattern .................................. 243
Winter tires ............................ 251, 347
Tire speed rating ....................... 246, 250
Tongue Weight Rating
see TWR
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ................................... 250
Towing
Towing eye bolt .............................. 338
Trailer .................................... 119, 256
Vehicle ........................................... 338
Towing eye bolt ................................. 338
Traction ...................................... 242, 250
Trailer towing ............................ 119, 256
Coupling a trailer ........................... 257
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Decoupling ..................................... 259
Electrical connections
.................... 256
Towing ........................................... 258
Trailer hitch ................................... 256
Weights and ratings ....................... 256
Transfer case ..................................... 122
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 225
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions .................... 118
Traveling abroad ............................... 259
Tread (tires) ....................................... 251
Tread depth (tires) .................... 241, 251
Treadwear .......................................... 242
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 241, 251
Trip computer menu ......................... 139
Trip odometer, resetting ................... 123
Turning off the engine ...................... 114
Turn signals ....................................... 100
Cleaning lenses ............................. 265
Indicator lamps ................................ 28
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 298
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) ........... 251
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 242, 251
Units
Selecting digital speedometer
display mode
................................. 132
Selecting speedometer/
odometer display mode ................. 132
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 353
Unlocking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................... 71
Manually ........................................ 308
SmartKey ......................................... 70
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 268
Useful features .................................. 201
V
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 333
Care ............................................... 262
Control system .............................. 123
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 344
Locking/unlocking
........................... 70
Lowering (wheel change) ............... 329
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 338
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 308
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 344
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle level control
see AIRMATIC
Vehicle lighting .................................... 97
Vehicle loading
Cargo tie-down rings ...................... 188
Cargo volume, expanding .............. 189
Instructions .................................... 186
Load limit ....................................... 237
Roof rack ....................................... 187
Terminology ................................... 248
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 251
Vehicle specification
R 350 ............................................. 346
R 350 BlueTEC ............................... 346
Vehicle status message memory .... 130
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 270
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
W
Warning lamps
see Lamps, Indicator and warning
Warning sounds
Distance warning function ............. 152
Distronic ........................................ 147
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 51
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Parking brake ................................ 286
Parktronic system .......................... 159
Seat belt telltale ............................ 302
Warranty coverage ............................
344
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 357
Washer fluid
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 290
Mixing ratio .................................... 357
Refilling .......................................... 226
Washing the vehicle .......................... 262
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 243
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 319
Removing ....................................... 327
Spare ............................................. 319
Tightening torque ........................... 330
Wheels, sizes ..................................... 347
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 227
Window curtain air bags ..................... 41
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 266
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 266
Infrared reflecting .......................... 217
Washer fluid ................................... 357
Wipers ........................................... 104
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 317
Winter cover .............................. 224, 251
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 252
Radiator cover ............................... 251
Snow chains .................................. 252
Tires ............................................... 251
Winter tires ................................ 251, 347
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 268
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Product Information
Please
observe the following in your own best
interest:
We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz Parts as well as conversion parts and
accessories explicitly approved by us for your
vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their
reliability, safety and special suitability for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for
other products and therefore cannot be held
responsible for them, even if in individual
cases an official approval or authorization by
governmental or other agencies should exist.
Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or
reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use
them.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories
are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive
comprehensive information on permissible
technical modifications and expert
installations.
Operator’s Manual
Notes
This
Operator’s Manual contains a great deal
of useful information. We urge you to read it
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
We continuously strive to improve our
product and ask for your understanding that
we reserve the right to make changes in
design and equipment. Therefore,
information, illustrations, and descriptions in
this
Operator’s Manual might differ from your
vehicle.
Vehicle equipment
Your vehicle may have some or all of the
equipment described in this manual.
Therefore, you may find explanations for
optional equipment not installed in your
vehicle. If you have any questions about
operating particular equipment, any
authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad
to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Optional equipment is also described in this
manual, including operating instructions
wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions and illustrations
herein may vary slightly from the actual
equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not
shown or described in this Operator’s
Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to inform you of correct
care and operating procedures. The
Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet
are important documents and should be kept
with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information
booklet contains detailed information about
the
warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
R
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R
Emission System Warranty
R
Emission Performance Warranty
R
California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission
Control System Warranty
R
State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
1
Laws)
Important notice for California retail
buyers
and lessees of Mercedes-Benz
automobiles
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.
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Written notification should not be sent to a
dealer, it should be addressed to
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with
you when you take the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
service. The service advisor will record each
service in the booklet for you.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program provides factory-trained technical
help
in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
toll-free Roadside Assistance number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA)
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Representatives
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Roadside Assistance will be provided in
accordance with standard program
guidelines which include providing service to
the vehicle up to a reasonable distance from
a paved roadway. We will make every effort
to assist in a breakdown situation, however,
the accessibility of your vehicle will be
determined by our authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center technician or the tow service provider
on a case-by-case basis and may be a factor
in our ability to respond.
Additional charges may be applicable for a
breakdown location determined not to be a
reasonably accessible roadside location as
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determined by our authorized technician and
tow service provider.
For additional information refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send
in the “Change of Address Notice” found in
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service
(in 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 all
literature with the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used
Truck” found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer
Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or 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.
R
Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
R
Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Operating safety
Warning!
G
Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause
them to cease functioning. Because the
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
Warning!
G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers
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slow down carefully
R
drive
with caution to an area which is a safe
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
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Proper use of the vehicle
Proper
use of the vehicle requires that you are
familiar with the following information and
rules:
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the safety precautions 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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motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Warning!
G
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle.
These warning labels are intended to
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing
warning labels may cause you and others to
be unaware of certain risks which may result
in an accident and/or personal injury.
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 corrected if required. If the matter is not
handled to your satisfaction, please discuss
the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center
management or, if necessary, 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
Introduction
Reporting safety defects
For the 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”.
Reporting safety defects
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)
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle data recording
Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including
notice pursuant to California Code
§ 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data
and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may
transmit some data in certain accidents.
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This information helps, for example, to
diagnose
vehicle systems after a collision and
to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Daimler may access the information and
share it with others
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
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in response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
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for use in dispute resolution involving
Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service
organization and/or
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check the Tele Aid subscription
service agreement for details regarding the
information that may be recorded or
transmitted via that system.
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Exterior view ....................................... 26
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Instrument cluster .............................. 28
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30
Center console .................................... 31
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
Door control panel .............................. 33
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Exterior view
At a glance
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This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function Page
:
Rear lamps 312
;
Fuel filler flap 220
=
Exterior rear view mirrors 94
?
Power tilt/sliding sunroof 181
Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel 184
A
Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid 105
Cleaning 266
B
Doors:
Locking and unlocking 70
Locking and unlocking
manually 308
C
Wipers 103
Wiper blades, replacing 317
Function Page
Wiper blades, cleaning 266
D
Hood 222
E
Front lamps 312
F
Headlamp cleaning system 101
G
Front towing eye 338
H
Tires and wheels 227
Rims and tires 347
I
Rear towing eye 338
J
Rear window wiper/washer 105
Wiper blade, replacing 317
Wiper blade, cleaning 266
K
Tailgate 75
Power tailgate 76
L
Rear window defroster 180
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Cockpit
Function Page
:
Cruise control lever:
Cruise control 142
Distronic 145
;
Instrument cluster 28,
=
Multifunction steering
wheel
?
Horn
A
Steering wheel gearshift
control 121
B
Gear selector lever 116
C
Front Parktronic warning
indicators 158
D
Overhead control panel 32
E
Glove box lid release, glove
box lock 198
F
Glove box 197
G
Center console 31
H
Power outlet
122
30,
123
205
Function Page
I
Starter switch 79
J
Steering wheel adjustment,
manual 91
K
Steering wheel adjustment,
electrical 91
Heated steering wheel 93
L
On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
M
Hood lock release 222
N
Parking brake release 114
O
Parking brake pedal 114
P
Door control panel 33
Q
Exterior lamp switch 97
R
Combination switch:
Turn signals 100
Wipers 103
High beam 100
Cockpit
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Instrument cluster
At a glance
Function Page
:
# Left turn signal
indicator lamp
;
To dim instrument cluster
illumination 123
=
Reset button for:
Trip odometer 123
Settings 131
?
To brighten instrument
cluster illumination 123
A
! Right turn signal
Function Page
$ Brake warning lamp,
USA only 301
d ESP® warning lamp
· Distance warning
lamp3 304
J Brake warning lamp,
Canada only
h Combination low tire
pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale, USA
only
indicator lamp
B
Clock 133
C
Speedometer with:
! Antilock Brake
System (ABS) indicator
lamp
300
È Variable speed limiter
indicator lamp
2
Lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.
3
Vehicles without Distronic: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should
go out when the engine is running.
2
303
301
232,
306
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