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Contents
Index ....................................................... 3
Introduction ......................................... 24
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 40
Opening and closing ........................... 71
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 88
Lights and windscreen wipers ......... 113
Climate control ................................. 130
Driving and parking .......................... 160
On-board computer/Displays .......... 232
Stowing and features ....................... 280
Transporting loads ............................ 290
Maintenance and care ...................... 298
Breakdown assistance ..................... 318
Wheels and tyres .............................. 326
Technical data ................................... 343
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1, 2, 3 ...
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) ..................................................
12 V socket
360° camera
Cleaning ......................................... 314
Function/notes ............................. 221
........................................ 287
197
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message
Function/notes ................................ 65
Important safety notes .................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 274
Acceleration
see Kickdown
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 54
Activating/deactivating air-recir-
culation mode .................................... 144
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 135
Active light function ......................... 116
Active Light System
Display message ............................ 257
Active Parking Assist
Cancelling/stopping active park-
ing assistance ................................ 216
Detecting parking spaces .............. 213
Display message ............................ 264
Exiting a parking space .................. 215
Function/notes ............................. 212
Important safety notes .................. 212
Parking .......................................... 214
Towing a trailer .............................. 212
Active Service System
see Service interval display
Adaptive brake lights .......................... 68
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 257
Function/notes ............................. 117
Switching on/off ........................... 117
®
AdBlue
Additive ......................................... 347
Display message ............................ 259
............................
249
Displaying the level ........................ 243
Driving abroad ...............................
Exhaust gas aftertreatment
Filler cap ........................................ 177
Filling capacity ............................... 348
Filling pump ................................... 177
Important safety notes .................. 347
Low outside temperatures ............. 347
Notes ............................................. 347
Purity ............................................. 348
Refill bottles .................................. 178
Refill canisters ............................... 178
Topping up ..................................... 176
Additional speedometer ................... 247
Additives
Diesel ............................................ 346
Engine oil ....................................... 349
Adjusting the headlamp range ......... 115
AGILITY SELECT switch
Automatic transmission ................. 171
Air filter (white display message) .... 261
Air pressure
see Tyre pressure
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 158
Setting the centre air vents ........... 158
Setting the rear-compartment air
vents .............................................. 159
Setting the side air vents ............... 159
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Airbag
Automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation .......................... 47
Introduction ..................................... 45
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 41
Airbags
Display message ............................ 250
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 45
Sidebag ............................................ 46
Triggering ......................................... 52
Windowbag ...................................... 47
All-wheel drive
Display message (brake) ................ 252
Downhill Speed Regulation ............ 197
............. 27
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DSR ............................................... 197
Function/notes .............................
Ambient lamp
Changing a bulb (front door) .......... 120
Changing a bulb (vanity mirror) ...... 120
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Aquaplaning ....................................... 184
Armrests ............................................ 107
Ashtray ............................................... 287
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 243
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 244
ASSYST
Service interval display .................. 305
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Interior motion sensor ..................... 70
Tow-away protection ........................ 69
Attachments/add-on equipment ....... 28
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 245
Display message ............................ 262
Function/notes ............................. 207
Authorised workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 257
see Lights
Automatic climate control
see Climate control
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 165
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 164
Automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation system
Operation ......................................... 48
Problems ......................................... 52
System self-test ............................... 50
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 113
Automatic locking ............................... 77
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 172
AGILITY SELECT switch .................. 171
197
Changing gear ............................... 170
DIRECT SELECT lever .....................
Display message ............................ 268
Driving tips .................................... 172
Emergency running mode .............. 174
Engaging drive position .................. 168
Engaging neutral ............................ 168
Engaging reverse gear ................... 168
Engaging the park position ............ 168
Gearshift recommendation ............ 173
Important safety notes .................. 168
Kickdown ....................................... 172
Manual shifting .............................. 172
Overview ........................................ 168
Problem (fault) ............................... 174
Rocking free .................................. 172
Shift ranges ................................... 170
Starting the engine ........................ 162
Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 172
Trailer towing ................................. 172
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 169
Transmission positions .................. 169
Transmission program display ....... 169
Transmission programs ................. 171
Automatic transmission emer-
gency running mode ......................... 174
Auxiliary heater
see Auxiliary warm-air heater
see Hot-water auxiliary heater
Auxiliary heating
see Auxiliary warm-air heater
see Hot-water auxiliary heater
Auxiliary ventilation
see Hot-water auxiliary heater
Auxiliary warm-air heater
Function/notes ............................. 152
Heater booster function (Immedi-
ate heating mode) .......................... 154
Immediate heating mode ............... 154
Important safety notes .................. 145
Problem (malfunction) ................... 157
Remote control .............................. 152
Setting departure time ................... 155
Switching on/off (remote con-
trol) ................................................ 152
Switching on/off (Timer) ............... 153
Timer ............................................. 153
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Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 354
B
Ball coupling
............................................
Fitting
Removing ....................................... 229
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Function/notes ................................ 66
Battery (auxiliary heating remote
control)
Changing (auxiliary warm-air
heater) ........................................... 155
Replacing (hot-water auxiliary
heater) ........................................... 149
Battery (key)
Checking .......................................... 74
Important safety notes .................... 73
Replacing ......................................... 74
Battery (vehicle)
Care ............................................... 310
Charging ........................................ 309
Connecting and fitting ................... 308
Disconnecting and removing ......... 307
Display message ............................ 259
Important safety notes .................. 305
Jump starting ................................. 319
Location ......................................... 307
Bed
see Rear bench seat
Before pulling away
Important safety notes .................. 161
Belt
see Seat belts
Belt tensioner
Activation ......................................... 52
Bench berth
see Rear bench seat
Bench seat/berth
see Rear bench seat
Bicycle rack ....................................... 296
Bio-diesel ........................................... 346
Bleeding the fuel system .................. 167
Blind Spot Assist
Activating ....................................... 203
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 245
228
Collision warning ........................... 203
Display message
Important safety notes .................. 202
Monitoring range of the sensors .... 202
Notes/function .............................. 201
Trailer towing ................................. 203
Warning display ............................. 203
Blower
see Climate control
BlueTEC
Topping up AdBlue® ....................... 176
BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment
Notes ............................................... 27
BlueTEC
Bonnet
Bottle holders .................................... 286
Brake
Brake Assist
Brake assistance
Brake fluid
Brake force distribution
Brake lamp
Brake lamps
Brake pads/linings
Brakes
®
AdBlue® service product ................ 347
Exhaust gas aftertreatment notes .... 27
Closing ........................................... 299
Display message ............................ 270
Important safety notes .................. 298
Opening ......................................... 299
Display message (all-wheel drive) .. 252
EBD .................................................. 66
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Checking the level ......................... 303
Display message ............................ 252
Notes ............................................. 349
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Replacing bulbs ............................. 124
Trailer display message ................. 257
Adaptive ........................................... 68
Display message ............................ 258
New ............................................... 183
ABS .................................................. 65
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Adaptive Brake Assist .................... 200
BAS ..................................................
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 349
Checking brake fluid level .............. 303
Display message ............................ 249
Driving tips .................................... 183
Hill start assist ............................... 164
Important safety notes .................. 183
New brake pads/linings ................ 183
Parking brake ................................ 179
Warning lamp ................................. 273
Breakdown
Fire extinguisher ............................ 319
Vehicle tool kit ............................... 318
see Towing away
Buttons on the steering column ...... 233
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Calling up a fault
see Display messages
Camera
see 360° camera
see Reversing camera
Car
see Vehicle
Car wash
see Care
Car wash (care) .................................
Care
360° camera
Automatic car wash ....................... 311
Carpets .......................................... 317
Display ........................................... 316
Exterior lighting ............................. 313
Gear or selector lever .................... 316
High-pressure cleaner .................... 312
Interior ........................................... 316
Notes ............................................. 310
Paint .............................................. 312
Plastic trim .................................... 316
Reversing camera .......................... 314
Roof lining ...................................... 317
Seat belt ........................................ 317
Seat cover ..................................... 316
Sensors ......................................... 314
Sliding door ................................... 315
Steering wheel ............................... 316
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Trim pieces .................................... 316
Washing by hand ...........................
Washing the engine ....................... 312
Wheels ........................................... 313
Windows ........................................ 313
Wiper blades .................................. 313
CD player/CD changer(on-board
computer) .......................................... 240
Central locking
Automatic locking ............................ 77
Emergency unlocking ....................... 73
Locking/unlocking (buttons) ........... 75
Locking/unlocking (key) .................. 72
Central locking system
see Central locking
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 37
Middle section ................................. 36
Upper section .................................. 35
Changing a bulb
Ambient lamp in the front door ...... 120
Boot lamp in the side trim panel .... 120
Halogen headlamps ....................... 121
LED light sources ........................... 121
Mirror lamp in the roof lining ......... 120
Rear interior light in the roof lining .. 119
Signal and ambient light in the tail-
gate ............................................... 120
Changing bulbs
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 122
Fitting/removing a rear lamp clus-
ter .................................................. 124
Fitting/removing the cover in the
front wheel arch ............................. 122
Fitting/removing the tail lamp ....... 124
Overview of lamp types (front
bulbs) ............................................. 122
Overview of lamp types (rear
bulbs) ............................................. 123
Parking lamp (front) ....................... 123
Parking lamp (rear) ........................ 124
Side lamp ....................................... 123
Turn signals (front) ......................... 123
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 124
see Changing light bulbs
Child
Restraint system .............................. 55
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Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ......
ISOFIX .............................................. 56
On the front-passenger seat ............ 58
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 59
Recommendations ........................... 62
Suitable positions ............................ 59
Top Tether ....................................... 57
Child-proof lock
Hinged window ................................ 65
Sliding door ..................................... 64
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 64
Cigarette lighter ................................ 287
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 314
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 315
Climate control
Adjusting airflow ............................ 138
Auxiliary heater .............................. 145
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 145
Auxiliary warm-air heater ............... 152
Controlling automatically ............... 137
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 144
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 135
Demisting the windows .................. 143
Demisting the windscreen ............. 142
Hot-water auxiliary heater ............. 146
Important safety notes .................. 130
Indicator lamp ................................ 137
Information on TEMPMATIC (air-
conditioning system) ..................... 132
Information on THERMOTRONIC
(3-zone automatic climate con-
trol) ................................................ 134
Problem with the rear window
heating .......................................... 144
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 137
Rear control panel ......................... 133
Setting the air distribution ............. 141
Setting the air vents ...................... 158
Setting the airflow ......................... 142
Setting the climate mode ............... 138
Setting the temperature ................ 141
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 144
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Switching on/off ........................... 135
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 145
Switching the rear window heating on/off
Switching the synchronisation
function on and off ........................ 142
Systems overview .......................... 130
TEMPMATIC control panel (air-
conditioning system) ..................... 131
THERMOTRONIC control panel (3-
zone automatic climate control) .... 133
Co-driver's seat
see Seats
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 31
see Instrument cluster
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating the dis-
tance warning function .................. 245
Adaptive Brake Assist .................... 200
Display message ............................ 264
Distance warning function ............. 199
Operation/notes ............................ 199
Collision warning
see COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 316
Combination switch .......................... 114
Communications devices
Type approval/frequency .............. 343
Communications equipment
Operation ....................................... 289
Constant headlamp mode
see Daytime driving lights
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 236
Control panel
above the windscreen ...................... 38
Centre console ................................ 35
Climate control ................................ 35
Driver's door .................................... 39
Convenience closing feature .............. 87
Convenience opening feature ............ 87
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 144
Conversions/equipment .................... 28
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Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 302
Display message
Filling capacity ............................... 351
Notes ............................................. 350
Temperature display in the instru-
ment cluster .................................. 233
Topping up ..................................... 302
Warning lamp ................................. 276
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 30
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 256
Function/notes ............................. 116
Crosswind Assist ................................. 68
Cruise control
Activating ....................................... 186
Activation conditions ..................... 186
Calling up the stored speed ........... 186
Cruise control lever ....................... 186
Deactivating ................................... 187
Display message ............................ 266
Displaying the speed ..................... 186
Driving system ............................... 185
Important safety notes .................. 186
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 186
Problem (malfunction) ................... 187
Selecting ........................................ 186
Setting a speed .............................. 187
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 186
Cup holder
Centre console .............................. 286
Important safety notes .................. 285
Rear compartment ......................... 286
Cup holders
see Cup holder
............................ 261
D
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Date
Setting (auxiliary warm-air
heater) ........................................... 154
Daytime driving lights
Display message
Replacing bulbs ............................. 123
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 113
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
Diagnostics connection
Operating safety and vehicle
approval ........................................... 26
Diesel .................................................. 346
Diesel additives
see Additives
Diesel particle filter
Short-distance driving .................... 181
Digital Operating Instructions ........... 24
Digital speedometer ......................... 236
Digital TV
see TV
Dipped-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 256
Driving abroad ............................... 182
Replacing bulbs ............................. 122
Setting for driving on the right/
left ................................................. 246
Switching on/off ........................... 113
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 168
Display
Function/notes ............................. 235
see Display message
see Warning and indicator lamps
Display message
Driving systems ............................. 262
Important safety notes .................. 248
Display messages
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 248
Engine ............................................ 259
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 248
Introduction ................................... 248
Key ................................................ 271
Lights ............................................. 256
Safety systems .............................. 249
Service interval display .................. 305
Tyres .............................................. 267
Vehicle ........................................... 268
............................ 259
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Distance control
see DISTRONIC PLUS
Distance recorder
see Trip meter
Distance warning function ............... 199
Distance warning signal (warning
.................................................. 278
lamp)
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 192
Activation conditions ..................... 192
Cruise control lever ....................... 191
Deactivating ................................... 195
Display message ............................ 262
Displays in the instrument cluster .. 195
Driving tips .................................... 192
Front-end collision warning ............ 190
Function/notes ............................. 190
Important safety notes .................. 190
Selecting ........................................ 191
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 194
Setting the speed .......................... 194
Storing and maintaining the cur-
rent speed ..................................... 194
Door
Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 72
Changing bulbs (ambient lamp) ..... 120
Control panel ................................... 39
Display message ............................ 270
Emergency locking ........................... 73
Emergency unlocking ....................... 73
Downhill Speed Regulation .............. 197
Drive system
DSR ............................................... 197
Driver's door and co-driver's door ..... 77
Driver's seat
see Seats
Driving abroad
AdBlue® ......................................... 182
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 182
Fuel ................................................ 182
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 182
Driving on flooded roads .................. 184
Driving safety system
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 66
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Adaptive brake lights ....................... 68
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 66
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 67
Important safety guidelines ............. 65
Overview .......................................... 65
Driving system
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .. 199
Driving systems
4MATIC .......................................... 197
360°camera .................................. 221
Active Parking Assist ..................... 212
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 207
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 201
Cruise control ................................ 185
Display message ............................ 262
Distronic Plus ................................ 190
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 203
PARKTRONIC ................................. 209
Reversing camera .......................... 217
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 188
Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 205
Driving tips
Aquaplaning ................................... 184
Automatic transmission ................. 172
Brakes ........................................... 183
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 196
Downhill gradient ........................... 183
Driving abroad ............................... 182
Driving in mountainous areas ........ 185
Driving in winter ............................. 184
Driving on flooded roads ................ 184
Driving on wet roads ...................... 184
General .......................................... 181
Icy road surfaces ........................... 184
Important safety notes .................. 160
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 183
New brake disks ............................ 183
New brake pads/linings ................ 183
Overrun mode ................................ 181
Running-in tips ............................... 160
Short journeys ............................... 181
Snow chains .................................. 329
Speed limitation ............................. 181
Towing a trailer .............................. 226
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Wet road surface ........................... 183
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message ............................
Function/notes ............................. 197
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 240
263
E
E/e mark ............................................ 343
EASY PACK tailgate
Changing bulbs (signal and ambi-
ent light) ........................................
EASY-PACK tailgate
Display messages .......................... 269
Important safety notes .................... 82
Obstacle detection with reversing
feature ............................................. 82
Opening dimensions ...................... 352
Opening/closing .............................. 83
Problems with the tailgate ............... 84
Programming the key button ........... 83
Resetting ......................................... 84
Setting the opening angle of the
tailgate ............................................. 83
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 253
Function/notes ................................ 66
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 165
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 164
Deactivating/activating ................. 166
General information ....................... 164
Important safety notes .................. 164
Electric sliding door
Function ........................................... 79
important safety notes ..................... 78
Obstacle detection ........................... 79
Opening/closing from the out-
side .................................................. 79
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 81
Programming the key button ........... 81
Resetting ......................................... 81
Reversing feature ............................. 79
Electric tailgate
see EASY-PACK tailgate
120
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electrical sliding door
Opening/closing from the inside ..... 80
Electromagnetic compatibility
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Electronic brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 54
Emergency braking
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Emergency key element
Function/notes ................................ 73
Inserting .......................................... 73
Locking vehicle ................................ 73
Removing ......................................... 73
Emergency unlocking
Vehicle ............................................. 73
Engine
Altitude limit (diesel engine) .......... 185
Changing the power output ............. 26
Cleaning instructions ..................... 312
Display message ............................ 259
ECO start/stop function ................ 164
Engine number ............................... 344
Jump-starting ................................. 319
Operating safety .............................. 26
Running irregularly ......................... 167
Starting .......................................... 162
Starting problems .......................... 167
Stopping ........................................ 180
Technical data ............................... 351
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 324
Warning lamp (engine diagnos-
tics) ............................................... 276
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 343
Problem (fault) ............................... 167
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Additives ........................................ 349
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Checking the oil level (on-board
computer) ...................................... 300
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick ..........................................
Display message ............................ 262
Filling capacity ............................... 349
Information about oil consump-
tion ................................................ 349
Notes about oil grades ................... 348
Oil change ...................................... 349
Oil level (note) ............................... 300
Topping up ..................................... 301
Viscosity ........................................ 349
Environmental protection
Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 25
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Activating/deactivating ................... 67
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 244
Crosswind Assist ............................. 68
Display message ............................ 253
Function/notes ................................ 67
Important safety guidelines ............. 67
Trailer stabilisation .......................... 68
Warning lamp ................................. 274
Exhaust filter
see Diesel particle filter
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 110
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 111
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 110
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 110
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 111
Resetting ....................................... 111
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 111
F
Fault message
see Display messages
Fire extinguisher ...............................
First-aid kit .........................................
Fitting a wheel
Fitting a wheel ............................... 338
Lowering the vehicle ......................
301
319
319
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 336
Raising the vehicle ......................... 336
Removing a wheel .......................... 337
Removing and fitting the spare
wheel ............................................. 341
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 336
Flat tyre
Changing a wheel/fitting the
spare wheel ................................... 336
Foglamps (extended range) .............. 116
Folding table ...................................... 282
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 343
Two-way radio ................................ 343
Front-passenger front airbag deactivation system
Operation ......................................... 48
Problems ......................................... 52
System self-test ............................... 50
Fuel
Additives (diesel) ........................... 346
Consumption information .............. 346
Consumption statistics .................. 236
Diesel at very low outside temper-
atures ............................................ 346
Diesel particle filter ....................... 181
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 236
Displaying the range ...................... 236
Driving abroad ............................... 182
Flow improver ................................ 346
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Important safety notes .................. 345
Problem (malfunction) ................... 176
Quality (diesel) ............................... 346
Refuelling ....................................... 174
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 345
Fuel filter (white display message) .. 260
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 236
Gauge .............................................. 32
Fuel tank
Problem (malfunction) ................... 176
338
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Fuses .................................................. 325
G
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ........... 28
Glove compartment ..........................
Guide rail
Maximum tensile strength ............. 353
Guide rails
Fitting lashing eyelets .................... 293
280
H
Handling control system
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 115
Head restraints
Adjusting (electrically)
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 106
Important safety notes .................. 106
Removing/fitting ........................... 106
Headlamps
Changing bulbs (halogen head-
lamps) ............................................ 121
Changing bulbs (LED headlamps) .. 121
Misting up ...................................... 118
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heater booster function
see Auxiliary warm-air heater
see Hot-water auxiliary heater
Heating
see Climate control
High-pressure cleaners .................... 312
Hill start assist .................................. 164
Hinged window
Child-proof lock ............................... 65
Hinged windows
Opening/closing .............................. 86
Hot-water auxiliary heater
Display message ............................ 270
Function/notes ............................. 146
Heater booster function ................. 146
Important safety notes .................. 145
Problem (malfunction) ................... 151
Remote control .............................. 148
Setting a departure time (remote
control) .......................................... 149
Switching on/off ........................... 147
................... 106
Switching on/off (control panel in
the centre console)
Switching on/off (remote con-
trol) ................................................ 148
........................
147
I
Immobiliser .......................................... 69
Implied warranty .................................
Indicator and warning lamps
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST .. 278
Coolant .......................................... 276
Engine diagnostics ......................... 276
Indicator lamps
Display message ............................ 257
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator ...... 28
Inspection
see ASSYST
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 32
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 33
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 232
Intelligent Light System
Activating/deactivating ................. 246
Display message ............................ 258
Overview ........................................ 115
Setting the dipped-beam headlamps for driving on the right/left .. 246
Interior lighting
Ambient lighting ............................. 119
Automatic control system .............. 118
Changing bulbs .............................. 119
General notes ................................ 118
Manual control ............................... 119
Notes on changing bulbs ............... 119
Overview ........................................ 118
Reading lamp ................................. 118
Rear interior light in the grab han-
dle ................................................. 119
Repacing bulbs .............................. 119
Switching the rear compartment
lighting on centrally ....................... 119
Interior motion sensor
Deactivating ..................................... 70
Function ........................................... 70
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13
Priming ............................................ 70
Switching off ....................................
ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 56
70
J
Jack
Jacking points
Storage location ............................ 318
Using ............................................. 336
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 319
................................
336
K
Key
Changing the battery
Checking the battery ....................... 74
Convenience closing feature ............ 87
Convenience opening feature .......... 87
Display message ............................ 271
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 72
Emergency key element ................... 73
Important safety notes .................... 71
Loss ................................................. 75
Modifying the programming ............. 72
Position in the ignition lock ............ 161
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 75
Key positions (ignition lock) ............ 161
Kickdown ........................................... 172
.......................
74
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane detection (automatic)
see Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating
Display message ............................ 265
Function/information .................... 203
Setting sensitivity (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 245
Setting the sensitivity .................... 204
Lashing eyelets
Fitting ............................................ 293
Lashing points and lashing materials
Permissible tensile load ................. 352
.................
204
LED light sources
Replacing
Licence plate lamp
Display message ............................ 258
Licence plate lighting
Changing bulbs .............................. 121
Light sensor (display message) ....... 257
Lighting
see Lights
Lights
Activating/deactivating the Intel-
ligent Light System ........................ 246
Active light function ....................... 116
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 117
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 113
Changing bulbs (halogen head-
lamps) ............................................ 121
Changing bulbs (interior lights) ...... 119
Cornering light function ................. 116
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 113
Display message ............................ 256
Driving abroad ............................... 182
Foglamps (extended range) ........... 116
Hazard warning lamps ................... 115
Headlamp flasher ........................... 115
Headlamp range ............................ 115
Important safety notes .................. 113
Intelligent Light System (func-
tion) ............................................... 115
Light switch ................................... 113
Main-beam headlamps ................... 115
Motorway mode ............................. 116
Parking lamps ................................ 113
Rear foglamp ................................. 114
Replacing bulbs (halogen head-
lamps) ............................................ 121
Replacing bulbs (LED headlamps) .. 121
Side lamps ..................................... 113
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (switch) ..................... 113
Turn signals ................................... 114
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 186
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 191
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 188
Limiting the speed
see SPEEDTRONIC
.......................................
121
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Load compartment
Options .......................................... 292
Seating ............................................
Load distribution ............................... 291
Load protection net ........................... 293
Load securing aids
Load protection net ....................... 293
Load-securing aids
Load compartment partition .......... 295
Loading guidelines ............................ 290
Loads
Securing ........................................ 292
Transporting .................................. 290
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Emergency locking ........................... 73
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Lubricant additives
see Additives
Luggage compartment partition
Folding up/down ........................... 295
Important safety notes .................. 295
Removing/fitting ........................... 296
Storage compartments .................. 295
Lumbar support ................................... 90
92
M
M+S tyres ........................................... 328
Main-beam headlamps
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 258
Replacing bulbs ............................. 123
Switching on/off ........................... 115
Maintenance ...................................... 304
Maintenance points under the bon-
net ...................................................... 300
Manual transmission
Engaging reverse gear ................... 163
Gear lever ...................................... 162
Pulling away ................................... 162
Shift recommendation ................... 163
Starting the engine ........................ 162
Maximum speed
Speed limitation ............................. 181
............. 117
Media Interface
Connections
Memory card (audio) ......................... 240
Memory function ............................... 111
Mercedes-Benz Service24h .............. 319
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 248
Messages
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors .............................. 110
Important safety notes .................. 109
Rear-view mirror ............................ 110
see Vanity mirror
Misted-up windows
see Climate control
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 241
Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 288
Type approval/frequency .............. 343
Model
see Vehicle identification plate
Modifying the programming (key) ..... 72
Motor oil additives
see Additives
Motorway mode ................................ 116
MP3
Operating ....................................... 240
..................................
281
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............
Notes on running in a new vehicle ..
237
160
O
Occupant safety
Automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 54
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Important safety notes .................... 40
PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator
lamp ................................................. 41
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 65
..........................
47
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15
PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ...............................
Restraint system introduction .......... 40
Restraint system warning lamp ........ 40
Odometer
Displaying ...................................... 235
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Assistance graphic menu ............... 243
Assistance menu ........................... 244
Checking the oil level ..................... 300
Display messages .......................... 248
Displaying a service message ........ 305
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 195
Factory settings ............................. 247
Important safety notes .................. 232
Instrument cluster menu ............... 246
Light menu ..................................... 246
Media menu ................................... 239
Menu overview .............................. 235
Message memory .......................... 248
Navigation menu ............................ 237
Operating the TV ............................ 241
Operating video DVD ..................... 240
Operation ....................................... 233
Radio menu ................................... 239
Service menu ................................. 243
Settings menu ............................... 244
Standard display ............................ 235
Telephone menu ............................ 241
Trip menu ...................................... 235
Vehicle menu ................................. 247
Operating Instructions
Before the first journey .................... 24
Digital and printed operating
instructions ...................................... 24
General notes .................................. 24
Implied warranty .............................. 24
Vehicle equipment ........................... 24
Operating safety
Implied warranty .............................. 24
Operating safety and registration
Attachments/add-on equipment ..... 28
Changes in engine performance ...... 26
Installations and conversions ........... 28
Notes on body/equipment
mounting directives ......................... 28
Operating safety and vehicle
approval
54
BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreat-
ment ................................................
Correct use ...................................... 24
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Notes on operating the vehicle ........ 26
Qualified specialist workshops ........ 27
Registering your vehicle ................... 27
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ........... 233
Overhead control panel ...................... 38
Overrevving range ............................. 233
Overrun mode .................................... 181
P
Paint code .......................................... 344
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ...
Parking
360° camera ................................. 221
Important safety notes .................. 179
Parking brake ................................ 179
Reversing camera .......................... 217
see Active Parking Assist
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 212
see 360° camera
see PARKTRONIC
see Reversing camera
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 254
Electric parking brake .................... 179
Emergency braking ........................ 180
Warning lamp ................................. 275
Parking lamps
Display message ............................ 258
Replacing bulbs (front) ................... 123
Replacing bulbs (rear) .................... 124
Switching on/off ........................... 113
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 211
Display message ............................ 264
Driving system ............................... 209
27
312
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Function/notes ............................. 209
Important safety notes ..................
Problem (fault) ............................... 212
Roll-back warning .......................... 210
Sensor range ................................. 209
Trailer towing ................................. 211
Warning display ............................. 210
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 41
Passenger compartment air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Passenger compartment heating
see Climate control
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 65
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 316
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant
protection)
Operation ......................................... 54
PRE-SAFE® (preventive occupant
safety system)
Display message ............................ 255
Preparing for a journey
Checks in the vehicle ..................... 161
Visual check of the vehicle exte-
rior ................................................. 161
Preventative passenger protection
see PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory
occupant protection)
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 25
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 163
Hill start assist ............................... 164
Manual transmission ...................... 162
209
Q
QR code
Rescue card
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
.....................................
29
R
Radiator cover ..................................... 28
Radio
Selecting a station
see separate operating instructions
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Rain sensor
Setting the sensitivity .................... 125
Reading lamp ..................................... 118
Rear bench seat
Adjusting the backrest ..................... 95
Basic position .................................. 95
Bed extension (bench seat/
berth) ............................................. 105
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ............... 94
Face-to-face position ....................... 97
Fitting options .................................. 92
Folding up/down ............................. 96
General notes .................................. 91
General notes (bench seat/
berth) ............................................. 102
Removing/fitting ............................. 97
Removing/fitting (bench seat/
berth) ............................................. 103
Retainer loops (bench seat/
berth) ............................................. 102
Seat anchorage ................................ 91
Seat rails .......................................... 91
Seating variants ............................... 92
Setting up and folding away the
berth (bench seat/berth) ............... 105
Sliding .............................................. 95
Sliding (bench seat/berth) ............ 102
Stowage compartments (bench
seat/berth) .................................... 281
Rear compartment
Activating/deactivating the air
conditioning ................................... 135
Seating variants ............................... 92
Setting the air vents ...................... 159
Setting the temperature ................ 141
Switching interior lighting on/off ... 119
Rear foglamp
Display message ............................ 258
Switching on/off ........................... 114
Rear foglamps
Replacing bulbs ............................. 124
Rear lamps
Replacing bulbs ............................. 124
.........................
239
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17
Rear rack
Notes ............................................. 296
Rear racks
Maximum payload
Rear seat
Adjusting the backrest ..................... 99
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature ............... 98
Seat anchorage ................................ 91
Seat rails .......................................... 91
Rear seats
Face-to-face position ..................... 101
Folding down/up ............................. 99
General notes .................................. 91
Removing/fitting ........................... 101
Sliding .............................................. 99
Turning ............................................. 99
Rear view camera
Important safety notes .................. 217
Rear window (which can be opened
separately)
Important safety notes .................... 84
Opening/closing .............................. 84
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85
Programming the key button ........... 84
Rear window heating
Problem (fault) ............................... 144
Switching on/off ........................... 143
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 127
Switching on/off ........................... 126
Rear-compartment air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Rear-compartment heating
see Climate control
Rear-view mirror
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 111
Dipping (manual) ........................... 110
Recycling
see Protection of the environment
Reducing agent
see AdBlue
Refuelling
AdBlue® ......................................... 176
Fuel filler flap ................................. 175
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Refuelling process ......................... 175
see Fuel
.......................... 353
®
Regeneration
see Diesel particle filter
Remote control
Auxiliary warm-air heater
Changing battery (auxiliary warm-
air heater) ...................................... 155
Hot-water auxiliary heater ............. 148
Replacing the battery (hot-water
auxiliary heater) ............................. 149
see Key
Replacing bulbs
Brake lamps ................................... 124
Daytime driving lights .................... 123
important safety notes ................... 121
Interior lighting .............................. 119
Main-beam headlamps ................... 123
Rear foglamps ................................ 124
Rear lamps ..................................... 124
Reversing lamp .............................. 124
Rescue card ......................................... 29
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 262
Warning lamp ................................. 276
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 145
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 256
Introduction ..................................... 40
Warning lamp ................................. 275
Warning lamp (function) ................... 40
Rev counter ........................................ 233
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 314
Coupling up a trailer function ........ 220
Function/notes ............................. 217
General notes ................................ 217
Messages in the display ................. 218
Reverse parking ............................. 219
Switching on/off ........................... 218
Wide-angle function ....................... 221
Reversing feature
Electric sliding door ......................... 79
Side windows ................................... 85
Reversing lamp
Replacing bulbs ............................. 124
Reversing lamps
Display message ............................ 258
............... 152
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Roof carrier
Maximum payload ..........................
Notes ............................................. 296
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 317
Roof load (roof carrier) ..................... 353
353
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle
Operating safety .............................. 26
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Swivel seat ....................................... 90
Seat belt
Correct usage .................................. 43
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 44
Adjusting the height ......................... 43
Cleaning ......................................... 317
Fastening ......................................... 43
Important safety guidelines ............. 42
Introduction ..................................... 41
Releasing ......................................... 44
Warning lamp ................................. 272
Warning lamp (function) ................... 44
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 90
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 89
Adjusting lumbar support ................ 90
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 106
Armrest .......................................... 107
Cleaning the cover ......................... 316
Correct driver's seat position ........... 88
Important safety notes .................... 88
Seat heating .................................. 107
Seat ventilation .............................. 108
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 111
Securing loads
Fitting lashing eyelets .................... 293
Selecting gear
see Automatic transmission
Selector lever
see Automatic transmission
.....................
55
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 314
Service interval display
ASSYST (active Service System)
Calling up the service due date ...... 305
Hiding a service message .............. 305
Notes ............................................. 305
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 243
Service phone number ...................... 319
Service products
AdBlue® special additives .............. 347
Bio-diesel ....................................... 346
Brake fluid ..................................... 349
Coolant (engine) ............................ 350
Engine oil ....................................... 348
Fuel ................................................ 345
Important safety notes .................. 344
Washer fluid ................................... 351
Setting the air distribution ............... 141
Setting the airflow ............................ 142
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 247
On-board computer ....................... 244
Shift recommendation ...................... 235
Short journeys (diesel particle fil-
ter) ...................................................... 181
Side lamps
Replacing bulbs ............................. 123
Side window
Child-proof lock ............................... 65
Side windows
Convenience closing ........................ 87
Convenience opening ...................... 87
Hinged side windows ....................... 85
Important safety notes .................... 85
Opening/closing .............................. 86
Opening/closing the hinged win-
dow .................................................. 86
Overview .......................................... 85
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 87
Resetting ......................................... 87
Sidebag ................................................ 46
Signal and ambient light
Changing a bulb ............................. 120
Sliding door
Child-proof lock ............................... 64
Cleaning ......................................... 315
.... 305
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19
Important safety notes .................... 78
Opening/closing from outside ......... 78
Opening/closing from the inside .....
see Electrical sliding door
Snow chains ...................................... 329
Socket ................................................ 287
Spare wheel
General notes ................................ 341
Important safety notes .................. 340
Removing/fitting ........................... 341
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Spectacles compartment ................. 280
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 247
Digital ............................................ 236
General notes ................................ 232
In the Instrument cluster ................. 32
Segments ...................................... 232
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 246
see Instrument cluster
SPEEDTRONIC
Activating variable ......................... 189
Calling up the last speed stored .... 189
Deactivating variable ..................... 189
Display message ............................ 265
Displaying the speed ..................... 188
Function/notes ............................. 188
Important safety notes .................. 188
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 188
Permanent ..................................... 190
Problem (malfunction) ................... 190
Selecting ........................................ 188
Setting the speed .......................... 189
Storing the current speed .............. 189
Switching variable SPEEDTRONIC
to passive ...................................... 189
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting
see Starting (engine)
Starting (engine) ................................ 162
Steering
Display message ............................ 270
78
Warning lamps ............................... 279
Steering wheel
Adjusting
Button overview ............................... 34
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 233
Cleaning ......................................... 316
Gearshift paddles ........................... 172
Steering wheel gearshift paddles .... 172
Stickers
General safety notes ........................ 24
Stowage compartments
see Stowage spaces and compartments
Stowage net ....................................... 281
Stowage spaces and compartments
Glove compartment ....................... 280
Important safety notes .................. 280
Spectacles compartment ............... 280
Stowage compartment in the
centre console ............................... 281
Stowage spaces and stowage compartments
Bench seat/berth stowage com-
partments ...................................... 281
Folding table .................................. 284
Luggage net ................................... 281
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tyres .................................... 328
Sun visor
Changing a bulb (mirror lamp) ....... 120
Overview ........................................ 282
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 69
Swivel seat ........................................... 90
....................................... 109
T
Table
see Folding table
Tail lamp
Trailer display message
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 258
Tailgate
Changing bulbs (signal and ambi-
ent light) ........................................ 120
Display message ............................ 269
Important safety notes .................... 81
.................
257
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Opening dimensions ...................... 352
Opening/closing from the out-
side ..................................................
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 84
see EASY-PACK tailgate
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 344
Engine ............................................ 351
Guide rail ....................................... 353
Lashing points ............................... 352
Rear racks ..................................... 353
Roof carrier .................................... 353
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 353
Tyres/wheels ................................. 339
Vehicle data ................................... 351
Vehicle dimensions ........................ 352
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 242
Display message ............................ 270
Important safety notes .................. 288
Introduction ................................... 241
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 241
Number from the phone book ........ 242
Redialling ....................................... 242
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 242
Television
see TV
Temperature
Coolant (display in the instrument
cluster) .......................................... 233
Outside temperature ...................... 233
Setting (auxiliary warm-air
heater) ........................................... 155
Setting (climate control) ................ 141
TEMPOMAT
Function/notes ............................. 185
Theft-deterrent system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 69
Immobiliser ...................................... 69
Time
Setting (auxiliary warm-air
heater) ........................................... 154
Setting the time (auxiliary warm-
air heater) ...................................... 154
Timer (auxiliary warm-air heater)
Activating ....................................... 154
Overview ........................................ 153
Setting departure time ................... 155
Setting the heating level ................ 155
Setting the operating duration ....... 154
82
Setting the temperature ................ 155
Setting the time ............................. 154
Tool
see Vehicle tool kit
Top Tether ............................................ 57
Total distance recorder
Displaying ...................................... 235
Setting the display unit .................. 246
Tow-away protection
Activating ......................................... 69
Deactivating ..................................... 69
Function ........................................... 69
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 324
Important safety notes .................. 321
Towing
Fitting/removing the towing eye ... 322
If the vehicle is stuck ..................... 324
Important safety notes .................. 321
With the rear axle raised ................ 323
Towing a trailer
Active Parking Assist ..................... 212
Axle load, permissible .................... 354
Mounting dimensions .................... 353
Towing away
With both axles on the ground ....... 323
Towing eye ......................................... 318
Traffic Sign Assist
Activating ....................................... 206
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 244
Display message ............................ 267
Function/notes ............................. 205
Important safety notes .................. 206
Instrument cluster display ............. 206
Trailer coupling
see Towing a trailer
Trailer towing
7-pin connector ............................. 231
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 203
Bulb failure indicator for LED
lights .............................................. 231
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 315
Coupling up a trailer ...................... 230
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 230
Driving tips .................................... 226
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21
ESP® ................................................ 68
Fitting the ball coupling .................
Lights display message .................. 257
Parktronic ...................................... 211
Power supply ................................. 231
Removing the ball coupling ............ 229
Trailer loads ................................... 354
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
see Manual transmission
Transmission positions
Automatic transmission ................. 169
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 169
Transmission programs
Automatic transmission ................. 171
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 169
Transport
Fitting lashing eyelets .................... 293
Loading guidelines ......................... 290
Vehicle ........................................... 324
Transport by rail ................................ 182
Transportation
Rail ................................................ 182
Transporting
Load compartment variations ........ 292
Load distribution ............................ 291
Securing a load .............................. 292
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 316
Trip computer
Displaying ...................................... 236
Selecting the display unit ............... 246
Trip meter
Calling up ....................................... 235
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 237
Setting the display unit .................. 246
Turn signal lamp
Trailer display message ................. 257
Turn signals
Replacing bulbs (front) ................... 123
Replacing bulbs (rear) .................... 124
Switching on/off ........................... 114
TV
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 241
Two-way radios
Type approval/frequency .............. 343
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
228
Tyre pressure
331
Calling up (on-board computer)
Display message ............................ 267
Important safety notes .................. 331
Recommended ............................... 330
Tables ............................................ 334
Tyre pressure monitor
Checking the tyre pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 332
Function/notes ............................. 331
General notes ................................ 331
Important safety notes .................. 332
Radio type approval for the tyre
pressure monitor ........................... 333
Restarting ...................................... 333
Warning lamp ................................. 279
Warning message .......................... 332
Tyre pressure table ........................... 334
Tyres
Changing a wheel .......................... 335
Checking ........................................ 327
Direction of rotation ...................... 335
Display message ............................ 267
Important safety notes .................. 326
Information on driving .................... 327
M+S tyres ...................................... 328
Replacing ....................................... 335
Service life ..................................... 328
Snow chains .................................. 329
Storing ........................................... 336
Summer tyres ................................ 328
Tyre size (data) .............................. 339
Tyre tread ...................................... 327
Wheel and tyre combinations ........ 340
.....
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 75
With emergency key element ........... 73
Upshift indicator ............................... 235
.......................
73
V
Vanity mirror
120
Changing a bulb (mirror lamp)
Sun visor ........................................ 282
.......
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Index
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
see SPEEDTRONIC
Vehicle
Data acquisition ...............................
Display message ............................ 268
Electronics ..................................... 343
Emergency unlocking ....................... 73
Equipment ....................................... 24
Implied warranty .............................. 24
Individual settings .......................... 244
Leaving parked up ......................... 181
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 73
Locking (key) ................................... 72
Lowering ........................................ 338
Operating safety .............................. 26
Pulling away ................................... 162
Raising ........................................... 336
Registration ..................................... 27
Securing from rolling away ............ 179
Towing away .................................. 321
Transporting .................................. 324
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 73
Unlocking (key) ................................ 72
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle bodies ..................................... 28
Vehicle check
see Preparing for a journey
Vehicle data ....................................... 351
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 352
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 73
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 344
Vehicle key
see Key
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 318
Ventilation
see Climate control
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 240
VIN
Engine compartment ..................... 344
Type plate ...................................... 344
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W
Warning and indicator lamps
................................................
ABS
Brakes ........................................... 273
Distance warning signal ................. 278
ESP® .............................................. 274
ESP® OFF ....................................... 275
Fuel tank ........................................ 276
General notes ................................ 271
LIM (cruise control) ........................ 186
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 191
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 188
Overview .......................................... 33
Parking brake ................................ 275
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 41
Reserve fuel ................................... 276
Restraint system ............................ 275
Seat belt ........................................ 272
Steering ......................................... 279
Tyre pressure monitor ................... 279
Warning triangle ................................ 319
Warnings
Stickers ........................................... 24
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 270
Filling capacity ............................... 351
Notes ............................................. 351
Topping up ..................................... 303
Wheel and tyre combinations
see Tyres
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 338
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 335
Changing/replacing ....................... 335
Checking ........................................ 327
Cleaning ......................................... 313
Fitting a new wheel ........................ 338
Fitting a wheel ............................... 336
Important safety notes .................. 326
Removing a wheel .......................... 337
Removing and fitting the spare
wheel ............................................. 341
Snow chains .................................. 329
Storing ........................................... 336
Tightening torque ........................... 338
Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 339
274
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Windowbag
Display message ............................
Operation ......................................... 47
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 313
see Side windows
Windscreen
Cleaning ......................................... 313
Demisting ...................................... 142
Windscreen washer fluid
Topping up ..................................... 303
Windscreen wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 129
Rear window wiper ........................ 126
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 126
Switching on/off ........................... 125
Winter diesel ..................................... 346
Winter driving
General notes ................................ 328
Winter operation
Radiator cover ................................. 28
Slippery road surfaces ................... 184
Snow chains .................................. 329
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 247
M+S tyres ...................................... 328
Setting a limit speed ...................... 181
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 313
Important safety notes .................. 126
Replacing (rear window) ................ 127
Replacing (windscreen) .................. 127
Service indicator ............................ 126
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
256
Index
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Operating Instructions
Before the first journey
The Operating
vice Booklet and the equipment-dependent Supplements are integral parts of the vehicle. Keep
these documents in the vehicle at all times. If
you sell the vehicle, always pass all of the documents on to the new owner.
Read these documents carefully and familiarise
yourself with the vehicle before the first journey.
For your own safety and a longer vehicle life,
always follow the instructions and warning notices in these Operating Instructions. Disregarding them may lead to damage to the vehicle or
personal injury.
Instructions, Maintenance or Ser-
Implied warranty
Follow the
!
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 are not
covered either by Mercedes-Benz implied
warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
instructions in this manual about
Vehicle equipment
These Operating Instructions describe all the
models and
your vehicle that were available at the time of
going to print. Country-specific deviations are
possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
be equipped with all the functions described.
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.
All systems found in your vehicle are listed in
your vehicle's original purchase agreement.
Contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre if you
have any questions about equipment or operation.
standard and optional equipment of
Digital and printed Operating Instructions
The Digital
ted automatically. Modifications can only take
place by means of Supplements to the printed
Operating Instructions.
Always observe the printed Operating Instructions as well as the Supplements to the Operating Instructions.
Operating Instructions are not upda-
Correct use
Observe the
your vehicle:
R
the safety notes in these Operating Instructions
R
the technical data in these Operating Instructions
R
traffic rules and regulations
R
laws and safety standards pertaining to motor
vehicles
Various warning stickers are attached to the
vehicle. If you remove any warning stickers, you
or others could fail to recognise certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
G
Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring could affect their
function and/or the operation of other networked components. This could in particular
also be the case for systems relevant to
safety. They might not function properly anymore and/or jeopardise the operational
safety of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of an accident and injury.
Do not
electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and electronic
components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
If you carry out modifications to electronic components, their software or wiring, this could
result in the invalidation of your vehicle's operating permit.
following information when driving
WARNING
attempt to modify the wiring as well as
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WARNING
G
Gases and liquids from substances that constitute a health hazard or react aggressively
can escape, even from securely closed containers. If you transport these substances
inside the
vehicle, this may affect your health
and impair your concentration while you are
driving. It may also cause malfunctions or
electrical component system failures. There is
a risk of fire and accident.
Do not store or transport any substances in
the vehicle that are hazardous to health or
react aggressively.
Substances that constitute a health hazard or
react aggressively include, for example:
R
solvents
R
fuel
R
oil and grease
R
cleaning agents
R
acid
Protection of the environment
Economical and environmentally aware driving
Environmental note
H
Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
Our objectives are to use the natural resources which form the basis of our existence on
this planet sparingly and in a manner which
takes the requirements of both nature and
humanity into consideration.
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
the following factors:
R
operating conditions of your vehicle
R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
and tyre wear depend on
Introduction
Operating conditions:
R
avoid short trips, as these increase fuel
consumption.
R
observe the correct tyre pressure.
R
R
R
R
Personal driving style:
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Returning a used vehicle
Only for EU countries:
Mercedes-Benz will take back your end-of-life
vehicle for environment-friendly disposal in
accordance with the European Union (EU) Endof-Life Vehicles Directive.
A network of vehicle collection points and disassembly plants
return your vehicle. You can leave it at any of
these points free of charge. This makes an
important contribution to closing the recycling
circle and conserving resources.
For further information about recycling and disposing of end-of-life vehicles, and the take-back
conditions, please visit the national MercedesBenz website for your country.
carry any unnecessary weight in the
do not
vehicle.
remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
all maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
monitor the vehicle's fuel consumption.
has been established for you to
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Operating safety and vehicle approval
Information on vehicle operation
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R
the vehicle makes contact with the ground,
e.g. on a high kerb or a loose road surface
R
you drive too quickly over an obstacle, e.g. a
kerb or a pothole
R
a heavy object hits the underbody or chassis
component
In these
frame, the underbody, chassis components,
wheels or tyres could be damaged even if this is
not visible from the outside. Components that
have been damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail or no longer be able to assimilate the
loads occurring in the event of an accident. If the
underbody panelling is damaged, flammable
material, such as leaves, grass or twigs, could
collect between the underbody and underbody
panelling. These materials could ignite if they
remain in contact with hot components of the
exhaust system for an extended period.
Have the vehicle checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. If you
become aware when continuing the journey that
driving safety has been effected, stop as soon as
possible in accordance with the traffic conditions. In such cases, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
or similar situations, the vehicle body/
WARNING
G
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may
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.
ignite if they come into contact with
Declaration of conformity
systems and communication devices integrated
in the vehicle:
The components of the vehicle which receive
and/or
transmit
the basic requirements and all other relevant
regulations stipulated by Directive 1999/5/EC.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
radio waves are compliant with
Electromagnetic compatibility
The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehicle
components has been checked and certified
according to the currently valid version of Regulation ECE-R 10.
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics
the connection of diagnostic equipment at a
qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it can affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. This may
affect the operating safety of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
connection is only intended for
Changing the engine power output
Increased power could:
!
R
change emission levels
R
cause malfunctions
R
lead to consequential damage
The operating
guaranteed in all situations.
Any tampering with the engine management
system in order to increase the engine power
output will lead to the loss of warranty entitlements.
safety of the engine cannot be
Radio-based vehicle components
The following note applies to all radio-based
components of the vehicle and the information
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If the vehicle's engine power output is
increased:
R
tyres, suspension,
braking and engine cooling
systems must be adapted to the increased
engine power output.
R
have the vehicle recertified.
R
report changes in power output to the vehicle
insurers.
This will otherwise lead to the invalidation of the
vehicle’s general operating permit and its insurance cover.
If you sell the vehicle, inform the buyer of any
alterations to the vehicle's engine power output.
If you do not inform the buyer, this may constitute a punishable offence under national legislation.
Qualified specialist workshops
A qualified specialist workshop has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifica-
correctly carry out the work required on
tions to
the vehicle.
This is especially the case for work relevant to
safety. Observe the notes in the Maintenance or
Service Booklet.
The following work should always be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop:
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work relevant to safety
R
service and maintenance work
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repair work
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modifications as well as installations and
alterations
R
work on electronic components
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Only have work carried out on the engine
!
electronics and its associated parts, such as
control units, sensors, actuating components
and connector leads, at a qualified specialist
workshop. Vehicle components may otherwise wear more quickly and the vehicle's
operating permit may be invalidated.
Registering your vehicle
Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres to
carry out technical inspections on certain vehicles. This is always the case if the quality or
safety of the vehicle is improved as a result of
the inspection. Mercedes-Benz can only inform
you about
vehicle checks if it has your registra-
tion data.
Your registration data is not stored if:
R
you did not purchase your vehicle at an
authorised specialist dealer.
R
your vehicle has not been inspected at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
It is advisable to register your vehicle with a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Inform
Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible about any
change of address or vehicle ownership.
Exhaust gas aftertreatment
The exhaust gas aftertreatment system in a
BlueTEC® vehicle must
tion with the reducing agent AdBlue® if it is to
function correctly.
If you operate the vehicle without AdBlue® or
with emissions-relevant malfunctions, the operating permit is invalidated. The legal consequence of this is that the vehicle may no longer
be operated on public roads.
Engine management monitors the exhaust gas
aftertreatment components for compliance with
emissions laws and regulations. If you attempt
to operate the vehicle without AdBlue®, with
diluted AdBlue® or with a different reducing
agent, this will be detected by the engine management system. Other emissions-relevant malfunctions, e.g. dosage malfunctions or sensor
errors, are also detected and logged.
The engine management system subsequently
prevents the engine being restarted after issuing a warning message.
Therefore top up the AdBlue® tank regularly during vehicle operation or, at the latest, after
receiving the first warning message via the onboard computer (Y page 176).
When the supply of AdBlue® is down to a reserve
of approximately 2.4 l, the Refill AdBlue
See Owner’s Manual message is shown in the
display.
If the supply of AdBlue® is almost empty, the
display promptly shows the Refill AdBlue
No start in ... mi message. If you continue
driving without refilling the AdBlue® tank, you
will only be able to drive the vehicle the maximum distance shown.
be operated in conjunc-
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If the display shows the Refill AdBlue
start not possible message, the AdBlue
Eng.
®
supply is used up. If you switch off the engine
and do not subsequently top up with AdBlue®,
you will then no longer be able to start the
engine.
To start the engine, you need to add at least 4 l
of AdBlue® and then switch on the ignition for
approximately one minute. When the new level
is detected by the engine management, you can
then start the engine.
If there is a malfunction with the exhaust gas
aftertreatment components, have it checked
immediately and repaired at a qualified specialist workshop.
Before you travel outside Europe, check the
AdBlue® supply (Y page 243) and get advice
from a qualified specialist workshop.
You can find information on refilling AdBlue
®
under "Refuelling" (Y page 176).
Additional information on AdBlue® can be found
under "Service products and capacities"
(Y page 347).
Attachments, bodies, equipment and conversions
Notes on body/equipment mounting
directives
For safety reasons, have bodies manufac-
!
tured and
cable Mercedes-Benz body/equipment
mounting directives. These body/equipment
mounting directives ensure that the chassis
and the body form one unit and that maximum
operating and road safety is achieved.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that:
R
R
Approval from certified inspection agencies
or official approvals cannot rule out risks to
your safety.
Observe the information on genuine MercedesBenz parts (Y page 28).
fitted in accordance with the appli-
no other modifications should be made to
the vehicle.
approval should be obtained from
Mercedes-Benz in the event of deviations
from approved body/equipment mounting
directives.
The Mercedes-Benz body/equipment mounting
directives can be found on the Internet at
https://bb-portal.mercedes-benz.com.
There you can also find information on PIN
assignment and changing fuses.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Notes on the radiator
Even seemingly small changes to the vehicle,
attaching a radiator trim for winter driv-
such as
ing, is not permitted. Do not cover up the radiator. Do not use thermal mats, insect protection
covers or anything similar.
Otherwise, the values of the diagnostic system
may be affected. In some countries, the recording of engine diagnostic data is a legal requirement, and must always be verifiable and accurate.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Airbags and
!
control units and sensors for these restraint
systems, may be installed in the following
areas of your vehicle:
R
doors
R
door pillars
R
door sills
R
seats
R
dashboard
R
instrument cluster
R
centre 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 accessories retrofitted at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Environmental note
H
Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as
ranty applies as for new parts.
If you use parts, tyres, wheels or safety-relevant
equipment which has not been approved by
Mercedes-Benz, the operational safety of the
seat belt tensioners, as well as
new parts. For these, the same war-
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vehicle may be jeopardised. Safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system, may malfunction.
Only use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts
of an equivalent quality standard. Only use
tyres, wheels and accessory parts that are
approved for your type of vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts and conversion
parts and accessories that have been approved
for your vehicle are tested by Mercedes-Benz
for:
R
reliability
R
safety
R
suitability
Despite ongoing market research, MercedesBenz is unable to assess other parts. MercedesBenz accepts no responsibility for the use of
such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, even if
they have been independently or officially
approved.
In Germany, certain parts are only officially
approved for installation or modification if they
comply with legal requirements. This also
applies to some other countries. All genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts meet the approval
requirements. The use of non-approved parts
may invalidate the vehicle's general operating
permit.
This is the case if:
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it results in a change to the vehicle type from
that for which the vehicle's general operating
permit was granted
R
they pose a possible risk for road users
R
they adversely affect the emission or noise
levels
Always specify the vehicle identification number
(VIN) (Y page 344) and engine number when
ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
(Y page 344).
QR code for rescue card
The QR code stickers are affixed to the B-pillar
on the driver's and co-driver's side.
event of an accident, rescue services can
In the
use the QR code to quickly determine the corresponding rescue card for your vehicle. The
current rescue card contains, in compact form,
the most important information about your vehicle e.g. the routing of electric cables.
Further information can be found under http://
portal.aftersales.i.daimler.com.
Data stored in the vehicle
A wide range of electronic components in your
vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:
R
the vehicle's operating status
R
events
R
malfunctions
In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a
system or the surroundings.
This includes, for example:
R
operating conditions of system components,
e.g. fluid levels.
R
the vehicle's
individual components, e.g. number of wheel
revolutions/speed, deceleration in movement, lateral acceleration, accelerator pedal
position.
R
malfunctions and defects in important system
components, e.g. lights, brakes.
R
ambient conditions, e.g. outside temperature.
This data is exclusively technical in nature and
can be used to:
R
assist in the detection and rectification of
faults and defects
R
analyse vehicle functions, e.g. after an accident
R
optimise vehicle functions
The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's
movements.
When you use one of the available services,
technical information may be read from the
event data memory and fault data memory.
Services include, for example:
R
repair services
R
service processes
R
warranty claims
R
quality assurance
It is read by service network employees (including the manufacturer) using special diagnostic
testers. Further information is available there if
required.
After a fault has been rectified, the information
is deleted from the fault memory or is continually overwritten.
status messages and those of its
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When operating the vehicle, situations are conceivable in
tion with other information - if necessary, under
consultation with an authorised expert - could
be traced to a person.
Examples include:
R
accident reports
R
damage to the vehicle
R
witness statements
Further additional functions which are contractually agreed with the customer likewise allow
specific vehicle data to be obtained from the
vehicle. Such additional functions include vehicle locating in an emergency, for example.
which this technical data, in connec-
Copyright information
General notes
Information on licences for free and opensource software used in your vehicle and its
electronic components is available on the following website:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource
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Cockpit
Cockpit
31
At a glance
Function Page
:
Steering wheel gearshift paddles (automatic transmission) 172
;
Combination switch 114
=
Horn
?
Instrument cluster 32
A
DIRECT SELECT selector
lever (automatic transmission) 168
B
Rear-view mirror 109
C
Audio 20/COMAND Online
display (see the separate
operating instructions)
D
Overhead control panel 38
E
Glove compartment 280
F
Centre console control panel 35
Gear lever (manual transmis-
sion) 162
Function Page
G
Ignition lock 161
H
Adjusts the steering wheel 109
I
Diagnostics connection 26
Opens the bonnet 299
J
Parking brake 179
K
Door control panel 39
L
Light switch 113
M
• Coin/card holder
• Control panel
Ç Deactivates/activates
Lane Keeping Assist 203
c Deactivates/activates
PARKTRONIC
à Deactivates/activates
DSR 197
Ô Activates the 360°
camera (surround view) 221
N
Cruise control lever 186
209
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Instrument cluster
32
Instrument cluster
Displays and controls
At a glance
Function Page
:
Speedometer 232
;
Display 235
=
Rev counter 233
Information on
i
play can be found under "Outside temperature display" (Y page 233).
the outside temperature dis-
Function Page
?
Coolant temperature gauge 233
A
Fuel level
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Indicator and warning lamps
Instrument cluster
33
At a glance
Function Page
:
å ESP® OFF
;
÷ ESP
=
· Distance warning signal 278
?
Ð Power steering
A
#! Turn signal
B
! Parking brake (yellow)
C
! ABS
D
; Engine diagnostics
E
% Preglow
F
! Parking brake (red)
G
J Brakes (red)
H
? Coolant
Corresponding messages may also be
i
shown in display (Y
®
page 248).
275
274
279
114
275
274
276
162
275
273
276
Function Page
I
J Brakes (yellow)
Inoperative
J
6 Restraint system
K
ü Seat belt
L
K Main-beam headlamps
M
L Dipped-beam headlamps 113
N
8 Reserve fuel
O
T Side lamps, licence
plate and instrument cluster
lighting 113
P
R Rear foglamp
O Inoperative
Q
h Tyre pressure monitor
40
272
115
276
114
279
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Steering wheel with buttons
34
Steering wheel with buttons
At a glance
Function Page
:
Display 235
; ~
Rejects or ends a call 241
Exits the telephone book/
redial memory
6
Makes or accepts a call 241
Switches to the redial mem-
ory
W X
Adjusts the volume
8
Mutes
ó
For vehicles with Audio 20:
switches on voice-operated
control of
tem (see the manufacturer's
operating instructions)
For vehicles with COMAND
Online: switches
the navigation sys-
on LINGUA-
Function Page
TRONIC (see the separate
operating instructions)
= ò
Calls up the main menu
9 :
Selects a menu or submenu
or scrolls through lists 233
a
Confirms a selection 233
Hides display messages 248
%
Back 233
ñ
For vehicles with Audio 20:
switches off voice-operated
control of
tem (see the manufacturer's
operating instructions)
For vehicles with COMAND
Online: switches
TRONIC (see the separate
operating instructions)
the navigation sys-
off LINGUA-
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Centre console
Centre console, upper section
Centre console
35
At a glance
Function Page
:
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
display (see the separate
operating instructions)
;
Air-conditioning control
panel 130
=
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
CD/DVD player
arate operating instructions)
?
£ Switches hazard warning lamps on and off 115
A
Ø Audio 20 or COMAND
Online vehicle functions button (see
ing instructions)
B
% Audio 20 or COMAND
Online telephone
the separate operating
instructions)
C
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps 41
(see the sep-
the separate operat-
button (see
Function Page
D
Õ Audio 20 or COMAND
Online media button (see the
separate operating instructions)
E
$ Audio 20 or COMAND
Online radio button (see the
separate operating instructions)
F
ß Audio 20 or COMAND
Online
navigation
the separate operating
instructions)
G
þ Ejects a CD from Audio
20 or COMAND Online (see
the separate operating
instructions)
V Loads a DVD in Audio
20 or COMAND Online (see
the separate operating
instructions)
button (see
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Centre console
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Centre console, middle section
At a glance
Vehicles with automatic transmission
Function Page
:
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
back button (see the separate operating instructions)
;
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
controller (see the separate
operating instructions)
=
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
favourites button (see the
separate operating instructions)
?
Adjusts and mutes the volume in
Audio 20 or COMAND
Online (see the separate
operating instructions)
A
Switches Audio 20 or
COMAND Online on and off
(see the separate operating
instructions)
Function Page
B
è Activates and deactivates the ECO start/stop
function 164
C
Audio 20 or COMAND Online
touchpad (see the separate
operating instructions)
D
Æ Opens and closes the
electric sliding door on the
right side of the vehicle
E
Å Opens and closes the
electric sliding door on the
left side of the vehicle 80
F
AGILITY SELECT switch 171
80
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Centre console, lower section
Stowage compartment with cover
Function Page
:
Cover 281
;
12 V socket 287
Cigarette lighter 287
=
Fitting for the mobile phone
bracket 288
?
Media interface with 2 USB
ports or
with 2 USB ports and
1 SD card slot
281
Centre console
Function Page
A
Cup holder 285
B
Ashtray 287
C
• Stowage compartment
• Timer for the auxiliary
warm-air heater 152
• DIN slot for an auxiliary
device, e.g. a tachograph
37
At a glance
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Overhead control panel
38
Overhead control panel
At a glance
Function Page
:
Ì Deactivates the interior
motion sensor 70
;
p Switches the left-hand
reading lamp on/off
=
| Switches the automatic
interior lighting control
on/off 118
?
c Switches the front interior lighting on/off 119
118
Function Page
A
w Switches the rear interior lighting on/off 119
B
p Switches the righthand reading lamp on/off
C
Ë Deactivates tow-away
protection 69
D
ATA indicator lamp 69
E
Spectacles compartment 280
118
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Door control panel
Door control panel
39
At a glance
d Vehicles with electrically adjustable front seats
Function Page
:
Opens the door 77
;
r45= Saves
the seat and exterior mirror
settings 111
=
Í Seat heating
?
Î Seat ventilation
A
% & Unlocks/locks
the vehicle 75
B
Adjusts the seat electrically 90
107
108
e Vehicles with manually adjustable front seats
Function Page
C
7Zö\
Adjusts and
mirrors out/in electrically
D
W
side windows 85
E
W Opens/closes rear
hinged windows 85
F
n Disables/enables rearcompartment
controls (override feature)
folds the exterior
110
Opens/closes the front
hinged window
65
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Useful information
These Operating Instructions describe all models as well as standard and optional equipment
vehicle that were available at the time of
of your
going to print. Country-specific variations are
possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all of the described functions. This also
applies to safety-relevant systems and func-
Safety
tions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops: (Y page 27).
Occupant safety
Restraint system introduction
The restraint
cle occupants coming into contact with parts of
the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident.
The restraint system can also reduce the forces
to which vehicle occupants are subjected during
an accident.
The restraint system comprises:
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Seat belt system
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Airbags
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Child restraint system
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Child seat securing systems
The components of the restraint system work in
conjunction with each other. They can only
deploy their protective function if all vehicle
occupants always:
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fasten their seat belts correctly
(Y page 43)
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adjust their seat and head restraint properly
(Y page 88).
As the driver, you also have to make sure that
the steering wheel is adjusted correctly.
Observe the information relating to the correct
driver's seat position (Y page 88).
You also have to make sure that an airbag can
inflate properly if deployed (Y page 45).
An airbag supplements a correctly fastened seat
belt. As an additional safety device, the airbag
increases the level of protection for vehicle
occupants in the event of an accident. For example, if the protection of the seat belt is sufficient
in an accident, the airbags are not deployed. In
the event of an accident, only the airbags that
increase protection in the relevant accident situation are deployed. However, seat belts and
system can reduce the risk of vehi-
airbags generally do not protect against objects
penetrating the vehicle from the outside.
Information on the restraint system operation
can be found under "Triggering of belt tensioners and airbags" (Y
page 52).
For more information about children travelling
with you in the vehicle, see "Children in the vehicle" (Y page 55).
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If the restraint system is modified, it may no
longer work
as intended. The restraint system
may then not perform its intended protective
function by failing in an accident or triggering
unexpectedly, for example. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Never modify parts of the restraint system. Do
not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
If it is necessary to modify an airbag system to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre for details.
Restraint system warning lamp
The functions of the restraint system are
checked after
regular intervals while the engine is running.
Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in
good time.
The 6 restraint system warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is
switched on. It goes out no later than a few seconds after the vehicle is started. The components of the restraint system are in operational
readiness.
A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint
system warning lamp:
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does not light up after the ignition is switched
on
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does not go out after a few seconds with the
engine running
R
lights up again while the engine is running
the ignition is switched on and at
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WARNING
G
If the restraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at
high rate of vehicle deceleration. This can
effect belt tensioners or airbags, for example.
There is an increased risk of serious or even
fatal injuries.
Have the restraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
all in the event of an accident with a
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : and
PASSENGER AIR
part of the automatic deactivation system of the
front-passenger front airbag.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
informs you about the status of the frontpassenger front airbag.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp:
R
lights up, the front-passenger front airbag is
disabled. It will then not be deployed in the
event of an accident.
R
does not light up, the front-passenger front
airbag is enabled. If, in the event of an accident, all deployment criteria are met, the
front-passenger front airbag is deployed.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is
inoperative. When the ignition is switched on, it
lights up briefly and then goes out again.
BAG ON indicator lamp ; are
Depending on the person in the front-passenger
seat, the front-passenger front airbag must
either be
points. You must make sure of this both before
and during a journey.
R
R
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disabled or enabled; see the following
Children in a rearward-facing child
restraint system: the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp must be lit. The frontpassenger front airbag is disabled. It is imperative to observe the notes on the "Automatic
front-passenger front airbag deactivation system" (Y page 47) and on "Children in the
vehicle" (Y page 55).
Children in a forward-facing child
restraint system: depending on the installed
child restraint system and the age and size of
the child, the front-passenger front airbag is
either disabled or enabled. Therefore, it is
imperative to observe the notes on the "Automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system" (Y page 47) and on "Children in
the vehicle" (Y page 55).
All other persons: the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp must be off. The frontpassenger front airbag is enabled. Depending
on the build of the person on the frontpassenger seat, the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp may light up. The frontpassenger front airbag is disabled. It will then
not be deployed in the event of an accident. In
this case, the front-passenger seat should not
be used.
It is imperative to observe the notes on the
"Automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system" (Y page 47) as well as
on "Seat belts" (Y page 41) and "Airbags"
(Y page 45). There you can also find information on the correct seat position.
Seat belts
Introduction
A correctly worn seat belt is the most effective
means of restraining the movement of vehicle
occupants in the event of a collision or if the
vehicle overturns. This reduces the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of
the vehicle interior or being ejected from it. The
seat belt also helps to keep the vehicle occupants in the best position in relation to the airbag being deployed.
Safety
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The seat belt system consists of:
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seat belts
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belt tensioners for the front seat belts
R
belt force limiters
If the seat belt is pulled quickly or sharply from
the belt outlet, the inertia reel locks. The belt
strap cannot be pulled out any further.
The belt tensioner tightens the seat belt in the
Safety
event of a collision so that it fits tightly across
your body.
However, it does not pull the vehicle
occupants back in the direction of the seat
backrest.
The belt tensioner does not, however, correct an
incorrect seat position or correct the routing of
a seat belt that is worn incorrectly.
When triggered, seat belt force limiters help to
reduce the peak force exerted by the seat belt
on the vehicle occupant.
The belt force limiters on the front seats are
synchronised with the front airbags, which take
on a part of the deceleration force. This can
reduce the forces to which the vehicle occupants are subjected during an accident.
If the co-driver's seat is not occupied, do not
!
engage the seat belt tongue in the buckle on
the co-driver's seat. Otherwise, the belt tensioner could be triggered in the event of an
accident and would have to be replaced.
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
The seat belt cannot perform its intended pro-
function
tective
Also, an improperly fastened seat belt can
cause additional injuries in the event of an
accident, sudden braking or abrupt changes
of direction. There is an increased risk of
injury, possibly even fatal.
Always make sure that all vehicle occupants
are wearing their seat belt properly and are
seated correctly.
WARNING
G
The seat belt does not offer the intended level
protection
of
rest to an almost vertical position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
if it is not fastened correctly.
if you have not moved the back-
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seatbelt is routed
across the centre of your shoulder.
WARNING
G
Persons under 1.50 m tall cannot wear the
seat belts correctly without a suitable, additional restraint system. The seat belt cannot
perform its
intended protective function if it is
not fastened correctly. Also, an improperly
fastened seat belt can cause additional injuries in the event of an accident, sudden braking or abrupt changes of direction. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Secure persons less than 1.50 m tall in a suitable restraint system.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 1.50 m in height is travelling in the vehicle:
R
always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child.
R
always observe the instructions and safety
notes on the automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation system (Y page 47)
R
always observe the instructions and safety
notes on "Children in the vehicle" in this Owner's Manual (Y page 55) in addition to the
child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions
WARNING
G
Seat belts cannot protect as intended, if:
R
they are
damaged, have been modified, are
extremely dirty, bleached or dyed
R
the seat belt buckle is damaged or
extremely dirty
R
modifications have been made to the belt
tensioners, belt anchorages or inertia reels
Seat belts may sustain non-visible damage in
an accident, e.g. due to glass splinters. Modi-
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fied or damaged seat belts can tear or fail, for
example in
the event of an accident. Modified
seat belt tensioners may be deployed unintentionally or fail to be deployed when
required. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Never modify safety belts, seat belt tensioners, seat belt anchorages and inertia reels.
Ensure that seat belts are not damaged or
worn and are clean. After an accident, have
the seat belts checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use
seat belts which have been approved specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz. Otherwise, your vehicle's general operating permit
could be invalidated.
Correct use of the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 42).
All vehicle occupants must be wearing the seat
belt
correctly before beginning the journey. Also
make sure that all vehicle occupants are always
wearing the seat belt correctly while the vehicle
is in motion.
When fastening the seat belt, always make sure
that:
R
the seat belt tongue is only inserted into the
belt buckle belonging to that seat
R
the seat belt is tight across your body
Avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter
coat.
R
the seat belt is not twisted
Only then can forces which occur be distrib-
uted across the surface of the seat belt.
R
the shoulder section of the belt is always
routed across the centre of your shoulder
The shoulder section of the seat belt should
not touch your neck nor be routed under your
arm. If possible, adjust the seat belt to the
appropriate height.
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the lap belt passes across your lap as tightly
and as low down as possible
The lap belt must always be routed across
your hip joints and never across your abdomen. This applies particularly to pregnant
women. If necessary, press the lap belt down
into your hip joints and pull tight with the
shoulder section of the belt.
R
the seat
belt is not routed across sharp, poin-
ted or fragile objects
If you have such items located on or in your
clothing, e.g. pens, keys or spectacles, store
these in a suitable place.
R
only one person is using a seat belt
Infants and children must never travel sitting
on the lap of a vehicle occupant. In the event
of an accident, they could be crushed
between the vehicle occupant and seat belt.
R
objects are never secured with a seat belt if
the seat belt is also being used by one of the
vehicle's occupants
Also ensure that no objects are placed
between a person and the seat. e.g. a cushion.
Seat belts are only intended to secure and
restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the
"Loading guidelines" for securing objects, luggage or loads (Y page 290).
Fastening and adjusting the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 42
use of the seat belt (Y page 43).
Basic illustration
) and the information on the correct
Safety
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X
Adjust the seat (Y page 88
).
The seat backrest must be in an almost vertical position.
X
Pull the seat belt smoothly from belt outlet =
and engage belt tongue ; into belt
buckle :.
The seat belt on the driver's seat and the
front-passenger seat may be tightened automatically; see "Belt adjustment"
Safety
(Y page
X
If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder
44).
section of the seat belt to tighten the belt
across your body.
The shoulder section of the seat belt must
always be
routed across the centre of the shoul-
der. Adjust the belt outlet if necessary.
X
To raise: slide belt outlet = upwards.
The belt outlet will engage in various positions.
X
To lower: hold belt outlet release ?
belt outlet = downwards.
X
Let go of belt outlet release ? in the
position and make sure that the belt outlet
engages.
Releasing the seat belts
Make sure
!
Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be
trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism.
This could damage the door, the door trim
panel and the seat belt. Damaged seat belts
can no longer fulfil their protective function
and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
that the seat belt is fully rolled up.
and slide
desired
Basic illustration
X
Press release button :,
hold belt tongue ;
firmly and guide it back towards belt outlet
=.
Seat belt adjustment
The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of
the PRE-SAFE®
convenience function. This function adjusts the driver's and front-passenger
seat belt to the upper body of the occupants.
The belt strap is tightened slightly when:
R
the seat belt tongue is engaged in the belt
buckle and
R
the ignition is switched on
The seat-belt adjustment will apply a certain
tightening force if any slack is detected between
the vehicle occupant and the seat belt. Do not
hold on to the seat belt tightly while it is adjusting.
You can switch the seat-belt adjustment on and
off using COMAND Online or Audio 20. Information on switching the seat-belt adjustment function on and off can be found in the Digital Owner's Manual or in the separate COMAND Online
or Audio 20 operating instructions.
Belt warning for driver and co-driver
The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster reminds you that all vehicle occupants must
continuously or flash. A warning tone may also
sound.
fasten their seat belts. It may light up
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The 7 seat belt warning lamp goes out and
the warning tone stops as soon as the driver's
and the co-driver's seat belts have been fastened.
For certain countries only: regardless of
whether the driver or the co-driver have fastened their seat belts, the 7 seat belt warn-
lamp lights up for six seconds each time the
ing
ignition is switched on. After the engine is started, it goes out as soon as the driver's and the
co-driver's seat belts have been fastened.
For more information on the 7 seat belt
i
warning lamp, see "Warning and indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster, seat belt"
(Y page 272).
Airbags
Introduction
The installation location of an airbag is identified
by the AIRBAG symbol.
An airbag supplements a correctly worn seat
is not a replacement for the seat belt. The
belt. It
airbag offers additional protection in corresponding accident situations.
Not all airbags are deployed in an accident. The
different airbag systems work independently of
each other (Y page 52).
However, no system available today can completely eliminate injuries and fatalities.
It is also not possible to completely rule out a
risk of injury caused by an airbag due to the
speed at which the airbag must be deployed.
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If you deviate from the correct seat position,
the airbag cannot perform its intended protective function and can even cause additional injuries when deployed. There is an
increased risk
of serious or even fatal injuries.
In order to avoid such risks, always ensure
that all vehicle occupants:
R
fasten their seatbelts correctly, including
pregnant women
R
are seated correctly and maintain the furthest possible distance from the airbags
R
observe the following notes
Always ensure
that there are no objects located between the airbag and the vehicle occupant.
R
Adjust the seats properly before beginning
your journey. Always make sure that the seat
is in an almost upright position. The centre of
the head restraint must support the head at
about eye level.
R
Move the driver's and front-passenger seats
as far back as possible. The driver's seat position must allow the vehicle to be driven safely.
R
Only hold the steering wheel on the outside.
This allows the airbag to be fully deployed.
R
Always lean against the backrest while driving. Do not lean forwards or lean against the
door or side window. You may otherwise be in
the deployment area of the airbags.
R
Always keep your feet in the footwell in front
of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dashboard, for example. Your feet may otherwise
be in the deployment area of the airbag.
R
Always secure persons less than 1.50 m tall in
suitable restraint systems. Up to this height,
the seat belt cannot be worn correctly.
If a child is travelling in your vehicle, also
observe the following notes:
R
Always secure children under twelve years of
age and less than 1.50 m tall in suitable child
restraint systems.
R
Child restraint systems should be fitted to the
rear seats.
R
Only secure a child to the front-passenger
seat when the front-passenger front airbag is
disabled, and only then in a rearward-facing
child restraint system. If the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit, the
front-passenger front airbag is disabled
(Y page 41).
R
Always observe the instructions and safety
notes on the automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation system (Y page 47) and
on "Children in the vehicle" (Y page 55) in
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addition to the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent
the airbag
from functioning correctly. Before
starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting
from the speed of the airbag as it deploys, make
sure that:
R
there are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and an airbag.
Safety
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there are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar.
R
no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, are hanging on the grab handles or coat hooks.
R
no accessories, such as cup holders, are
attached to the vehicle within the deployment
area of an airbag, e.g. to doors or side windows.
R
no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are in
the pockets of your clothing. Store such
objects in a suitable place.
WARNING
G
If you modify an airbag cover or affix objects
stickers to it, the airbag can no longer
such as
function correctly. There is an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify an airbag cover or affix objects
to it.
Vehicles with windowbags for all seat rows:
WARNING
G
Sensors to control the airbags are located in
the doors. Modifications or work not performed correctly to the doors or door panel-
well as damaged doors, can lead to the
ling, as
function of the sensors being impaired. The
airbags might therefore not function properly
any more. Consequently, the airbags cannot
protect vehicle occupants as they are
designed to do. This poses an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify the doors or parts of the doors.
Always have work on the doors or door panelling carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Front airbags
Do not place heavy objects on the front-
!
passenger seat. This could cause the system
to identify the seat as being occupied. In the
event of
an accident, the restraint systems on
the front-passenger side may be triggered
and have to be replaced.
Driver's airbag : deploys in front of the steering wheel. Front-passenger front airbag ;
deploys in front of and above the glove compartment and centre console.
When deployed, the front airbags offer additional head and thorax protection for the occupants in the front seats.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
informs you about the status of the front-
Y page 41).
passenger front airbag
(
The front-passenger front airbag will only deploy
if:
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the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system has detected that the
front-passenger seat is occupied
(Y page 47). The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is not lit (Y page 48)
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the restraint system control unit predicts a
high accident severity
Sidebags
WARNING
G
Unsuitable seat covers can obstruct or prevent the
into the seats. Consequently, the airbags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are
designed to do. In addition, the function of the
automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system could be restricted. This
deployment of the airbags integrated
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poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
You should only use seat covers that have
been approved
for the corresponding seats by
Mercedes-Benz.
Sidebags : deploy next
to the outer bolster of
the seat backrest.
When deployed, the sidebag offers additional
thorax and pelvis protection. However, it does
not protect the:
R
head
R
neck
R
arms
In the event of a side impact, the sidebag is
deployed on the side on which the impact
occurs.
Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger airbag deactivation system: the sidebag on the
front-passenger side deploys under the following conditions:
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an occupant is detected on the frontpassenger seat or
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the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle
of the front-passenger seat
If the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle,
the sidebag on the front-passenger side deploys
if an appropriate accident situation occurs. In
this case, deployment is independent of
whether the front-passenger seat is occupied or
not.
Windowbags
Example: windowbag above the front door
Example: windowbag for all seat rows
Windowbags : or ; are integrated into the
side of the roof frame. Windowbags for all seat
rows ; deploy in the area extending from the
front door (A-pillar) to the rear side window (Dpillar).
When deployed, the windowbag enhances the
protection for the head. However, it does
level of
not protect the chest or arms.
In the event of a side impact, the windowbag is
deployed on the side on which the impact
occurs.
If the system determines that they can offer
additional protection to that provided by the
seat belt, a windowbag may be deployed in other
accident situations (Y page 52).
Automatic co-driver airbag deactivation
Safety
Introduction
In order to recognise a child restraint system on
the front-passenger seat, the automatic frontpassenger front
airbag deactivation system cat-
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egorises the person in the front-passenger seat.
Depending on that result, the front-passenger
front airbag is either enabled or disabled. If a
rearward-facing child restraint system is fitted
to the front-passenger seat, the PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must light up after
the system self-test and remain lit. The frontpassenger front airbag is disabled.
The system does not disable:
Safety
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the sidebag
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the windowbag
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the seat belt tensioner
Make sure
that your vehicle is equipped with the
automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system (Y page 58). If this is not the
case, always install a child restraint system on a
suitable rear seat (Y page 59).
If it is absolutely necessary to install a child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat, be
sure to observe the correct positioning of the
child restraint system. Never place objects
under or behind the child restraint system, e.g. a
cushion. The entire base of the child restraint
system must always rest on the seat cushion of
the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the
forward-facing child restraint system must, as
far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the
front-passenger seat. The child restraint system
must not touch the roof or be put under strain by
the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat
backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Only then is the correct function of the
automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system guaranteed. Always observe the
information on suitable positioning of the child
restraint system (Y page 59) in addition to the
child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
Operation of automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation
:
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
;
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
shows you whether the front-passenger front
airbag is disabled.
X
Turn the key to position 1
lock.
The system carries out a self-diagnosis.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is
inoperative. When
the ignition is switched on, it
lights up briefly and then goes out again.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
must light up for approximately six seconds.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
then displays the status of the front-passenger
front airbag. If the status of the front-passenger
front airbag changes while the vehicle is in
motion, an airbag display message may appear
in the instrument cluster (Y page 250). When
the front-passenger seat is occupied, always
pay attention to the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp. Be aware of the status of the
front-passenger front airbag both before and
during the journey.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp:
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lights up, the front-passenger front airbag is
disabled. It will then not be deployed in the
event of an accident.
R
does not light up, the front-passenger front
airbag is enabled. If, in the event of an accident, all deployment criteria are met, the
front-passenger front airbag is deployed.
or 2
in the ignition
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If a person sits in the passenger seat, they must
be:
R
seated with the seat belt fastened correctly
R
in an almost upright position with their back
against the seat backrest
R
with their
feet resting on the floor, if possible
If the front passenger does not observe these
conditions, the automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation system may be influenced,
e.g. because the front passenger:
R
transfers their weight by supporting themselves on a vehicle armrest
R
sits in such a way that their weight is raised
from the seat cushion
The front-passenger front airbag may be disabled by mistake as a result of these or similar
actions. In this case, the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp lights up permanently. The
front-passenger front airbag does not then
deploy during an accident.
WARNING
G
If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
the front-passenger front airbag is disa-
is lit,
bled. It will not be deployed in the event of an
accident and cannot perform its intended protective function. A person in the frontpassenger seat could then, for example, come
into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the
dashboard. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
When the front-passenger seat is occupied,
always make sure that:
R
the classification of the person in the frontpassenger seat is correct and that the frontpassenger front airbag is enabled or disabled in accordance with the person in the
front-passenger seat.
R
the front-passenger seat has been moved
back as far back as possible.
R
the person is seated correctly.
Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front-passenger
front airbag is correct.
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat and the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is
off, the front-passenger front airbag can
deploy in the event of an accident. The child
could be struck by the airbag. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that the front-passenger front air-
been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR-
bag has
BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a forward-facing child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat
position the front-passenger seat too
and you
close to the dashboard, the child could, in the
event of an accident:
R
come into contact with the vehicle's interior if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit, for example
R
be struck by the airbag if the PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off
This poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Move the front-passenger seat as far back as
possible. Always make sure that the shoulder
belt strap is correctly routed from the vehicle
belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on
the child restraint system. The shoulder belt
strap must be routed forwards and downwards from the vehicle belt sash guide. If necessary, adjust the vehicle belt sash guide and
the front-passenger seat accordingly. Always
comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
If the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system detects that:
R
the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
lights up after the system self-test and
remains lit. This indicates that the frontpassenger front airbag is disabled.
R
the front-passenger seat is occupied by a
child in a rearward-facing child restraint system, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
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lamp lights up after the system self-test and
remains lit. This indicates that the frontpassenger front airbag is disabled.
the case of a child in a rearward-facing
But in
child restraint system, the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp can also go out after
the system self-test. This indicates that the
front-passenger front airbag is enabled. The
result of the classification is dependent on,
Safety
among other factors, the child restraint system and the child's build. It is recommended
that you fit the child restraint system to a
suitable rear seat.
R
the front-passenger seat is occupied by a
child in a forward-facing child restraint system, either the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp lights up and remains lit after
the system self-test depending on the result
of the classification, or it goes out. The result
of the classification is dependent on, among
other factors, the child restraint system and
the child's build.
Move the front-passenger seat as far back as
possible. Always observe the information in
"Child restraint systems on the frontpassenger seat" (Y page 58) and in "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system"
(Y page 59). Alternatively, you can fit the
child restraint system to a suitable rear seat.
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the front-passenger seat is occupied by a person with a smaller build (e.g. a teenager or
small adult), the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp lights up and remains lit after
the system self-test depending on the result
of the classification or, alternatively, goes out.
-
if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is off, move the front-passenger seat
as far back as possible. Alternatively, a person with a small build can sit on a rear seat.
-
if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit, a person with a smaller build
should not use the front-passenger seat.
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the front-passenger seat is occupied by an
adult or a person with a build corresponding
to that of an adult, the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp goes out after the system
self-test. This indicates that the frontpassenger front airbag is enabled.
If children are travelling in the vehicle, be sure to
observe the notes on "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 55).
If the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system is malfunctioning, the red
6 restraint system warning lamp in the
instrument cluster and the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp light up simultaneously.
The front-passenger front airbag is disabled in
this case and does not deploy during an accident. Have the system checked as soon as possible by qualified technicians. Consult a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. The frontpassenger seat should only be repaired at a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the
seat cushion is damaged, have the necessary
repair work carried out at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use a child restraint system
which has been tested and approved by
Mercedes-Benz in combination with the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation
system.
System self-test
DANGER
G
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp does
test, then the system is malfunctioning. The
front-passenger front airbag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident with
high deceleration. This poses an increased
risk of injury or even fatal injury.
In this case the front-passenger seat may not
be used. Do not install a child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat. Have the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
G
If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
remains lit after the system self-test, the
front-passenger front
not be deployed in the event of an accident. In
this case, the front-passenger front airbag
cannot perform its intended protective function, e.g. when a person is seated in the frontpassenger seat.
not light up during the system self-
WARNING
airbag is disabled. It will
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That person could, for example, come into
contact with the vehicle's interior, especially
if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard. This
even fatal injury.
When the front-passenger seat is occupied,
always ensure that:
R
the classification of the person in the frontpassenger seat is correct and the frontpassenger front airbag is enabled or disabled in accordance with the person in the
front-passenger seat.
R
the person is seated properly with a correctly fastened seat belt.
R
the front-passenger seat has been moved
as far back as possible.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp remains lit when it should not, the frontpassenger seat may not be used. Do not
install a child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat. Have the automatic frontpassenger front airbag deactivation system
checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
G
Objects between the seat surface and the
child restraint system could affect the function of the automatic front-passenger front
airbag deactivation system. This could result
in the front-passenger front airbag not functioning as intended during an accident. This
poses an
injury.
Do not place any objects between the seat
surface and the child restraint system. The
entire base of the child restraint system must
always rest on the seat cushion of the frontpassenger seat. The backrest of the forwardsfacing child restraint system must, as far as
possible, be resting on the backrest of the
rear reclining seat. Always comply with the
child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
poses an increased risk of injury or
WARNING
increased risk of injury or even fatal
After the system self-test, the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp then shows the status
of the co-driver's front airbag (Y page 48).
Further information can be obtained under
"Problems with the automatic co-driver's front
airbag deactivation system" (Y page 52).
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Problems with automatic co-driver airbag deactivation
Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" (Y page 50
Problem
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
lights up
and remains lit,
even though the front-
Safety
passenger seat is occupied by an adult or a person with a build corresponding to that of an
adult.
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
does not
light up and/or
does not stay on.
The front-passenger seat
is:
R
empty
R
occupied with a rearward-facing child
restraint system
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is false.
X
Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person
on the front-passenger seat are met (Y
X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the frontpassenger seat may not be used.
X
Have the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system checked as soon as possible at a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
The automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system is
malfunctioning.
X
Make sure there is nothing between the seat and the child restraint
system.
X
Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests on
the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat.
X
When installing the child restraint system, make sure that the seat
tight. Do not pull the seat belt tight with the front-passenger
belt is
seat adjustment. This could result in the seat belt and the child
restraint system being pulled too tightly.
X
Check that the child restraint system is installed correctly.
X
Make sure that no objects are applying additional weight to the
seat.
X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains off, do not
install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat. It is
recommended that you fit the child restraint system to a suitable
rear seat.
X
Have the automatic front-passenger front airbag deactivation system checked as soon as possible at a Mercedes-Benz Service
Centre.
).
page 48).
Deployment of belt tensioners and airbags
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
After the airbag deploys, the airbag parts are
hot. There is a risk of injury.
Do not touch the airbag parts. Have a
deployed airbag replaced at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.
WARNING
G
Pyrotechnic seat belt tensioners that have
been deployed are no longer operational and
are unable to perform their intended protective function. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Therefore, have pyrotechnic belt tensioners
which have been triggered immediately
replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
vehicle towed
to a qualified specialist workshop
after an accident. Take this into account, par-
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ticularly if a seat belt tensioner was triggered or
an airbag was deployed.
An electric
motor is used by PRE-SAFE® to trigger the tightening of the seat belt in hazardous
situations. This procedure is reversible.
If the belt tensioners are triggered or an airbag is
deployed, you will hear a bang, and a small
amount of powder may also be released. The
6 restraint system warning lamp lights up.
Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing. In general, the powder released is not hazardous to health but may cause short-term
breathing difficulties to persons suffering from
asthma or other pulmonary conditions. Provided
it is safe to do so, you should leave the vehicle
immediately or open the window in order to prevent breathing difficulties.
Operation
During the first stage of a collision, the restraint
system control unit evaluates important physi-
relating to vehicle deceleration or accel-
cal data
eration, such as:
R
duration
R
direction
R
intensity
Based on the evaluation of this data, the
restraint system control unit triggers the seat
belt tensioners in the event of a head-on or rear
collision.
A seat belt tensioner can only be triggered if:
R
the ignition is switched on
R
the components of the restraint system are
operational. You can find further information
under: "Restraint system warning lamp"
(Y page 40)
R
the belt tongue has engaged in the belt buckle
of the respective front seat
If the restraint system control unit detects a high
severity accident, in certain head-on collisions,
additional components of the restraint system
are deployed independently of each other:
R
front airbags
R
windowbag, if the system determines that
deployment can offer additional protection to
that provided by the seat belt
On vehicles with the automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation system: depending on
the person in the front-passenger seat, the
front-passenger front airbag is either disabled or
enabled. The front-passenger front airbag can
only be deployed in an accident if the
PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is off.
Observe the information on the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp (Y page 41).
Your vehicle has two-stage front airbags. In the
first deployment stage, the front airbag is filled
with propellant gas to reduce the risk of injuries.
The front airbag is fully deployed if the second
deployment stage is activated within a few milliseconds.
The activation threshold for the seat belt tensioners and airbags is determined based on the
evaluation of the vehicle's rate of deceleration
or acceleration at various points in the vehicle.
This process is pre-emptive in nature. The triggering/deployment process should take place
in good time at the start of the collision.
The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration
and the direction of the force are essentially
determined by:
R
the distribution of forces during the collision
R
the collision angle
R
the deformation characteristics of the vehicle
R
the characteristics of the object with which
the vehicle has collided
Factors which can only be seen and measured
after a collision has occurred do not play a decisive role in the deployment of an airbag, nor do
they provide an indication of airbag deployment.
The vehicle may be deformed significantly without an airbag being deployed. This is the case if
only parts which are relatively easily deformed
are affected and the rate of deceleration is not
high. Conversely, an airbag may be deployed
even though the vehicle suffers only minor
deformation. This is the case if, for example,
very rigid vehicle parts such as longitudinal body
members are hit, and sufficient deceleration
occurs as a result.
If the restraint system control unit detects a side
impact, the applicable components of the
restraint system are activated independently of
each other.
R
Sidebag on the side on which an impact
occurs, independent from the seat belt tensioner and seat belt usage
Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger
airbag deactivation system: the sidebag on
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the front-passenger side deploys under the
following conditions:
-
an occupant is detected on the frontpassenger seat or
-
the belt tongue is engaged in the belt
buckle of the front-passenger seat
R
Windowbag on the side on which an impact
occurs, independent of seat belt usage and
regardless of whether the front-passenger
Safety
seat is occupied
R
Seat belt
tensioners, if the system determines
that deployment can offer additional protection for the vehicle occupants in this situation
Not all airbags are deployed in an accident.
i
The different airbag systems work independently of each other.
How the airbag system works is determined
by the severity of the accident detected,
especially the vehicle deceleration or acceleration, and the apparent type of accident:
R
frontal collision
R
side impact
PRE-SAFE® (anticipatory occupant protection)
Introduction
In certain hazardous situations, PRE-SAFE
takes pre-emptive
cle occupants.
measures to protect the vehi-
Important safety notes
Operation
PRE-SAFE® intervenes:
R
in emergency braking situations, e.g. when
BAS is activated.
R
in critical driving situations, e.g. when physical limits
steers or oversteers severely
R
on vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS or COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST: if the radar sensor system detects an imminent danger of
collision in certain situations
PRE-SAFE® takes the following measures
depending on the hazardous situation detected:
R
the front seat belts are pre-tensioned.
R
if the vehicle skids, the side windows are
closed so that only a small gap remains.
R
vehicles with the memory function: the codriver's seat is adjusted if it is in an unfavourable position.
If the hazardous situation passes without resulting in an accident, PRE-SAFE® slackens the belt
pre-tensioning. All settings made by PRE-SAFE
can then be reversed.
If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced:
X
Move the seat backrest or seat back slightly
when the vehicle is stationary.
Seat belt pre-tensioning is reduced and the
®
locking mechanism is released.
The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of
the PRE-SAFE® convenience function. Information about the convenience function can be
found under "Belt adjustment" (Y page
are exceeded and the vehicle under-
®
44).
Make sure that there are no objects in the
!
footwell or behind the seats. There is a risk
that the seats and/or the objects could be
damaged when PRE-SAFE® is activated.
Although your vehicle is equipped with PRE-
possibility of injury in the event of an
the
SAFE®,
accident cannot be ruled out. Always adapt your
driving style to the prevailing road and weather
conditions and maintain a sufficient, safe distance from other road users. Drive carefully.
Automatic measures after an accident
Immediately after an accident, the following
measures may be implemented, depending on
the type and severity of the impact:
R
the hazard warning lamps are activated
R
the emergency lighting is activated
R
the vehicle doors are unlocked
R
the front side windows are lowered
R
the engine
is cut off
is switched off and the fuel supply
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Children in the vehicle
Important safety notes
Accident statistics show that children secured
rear seats are safer than children secured
in the
in the front seats. For this reason, MercedesBenz strongly advises that you fit a child
restraint system on a rear seat. Children are
generally better protected there.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 1.50 m in height is travelling in the vehicle:
R
always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child.
R
be sure to observe the instructions and safety
notes in this section in addition to the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
R
always pay attention to the instructions and
safety notes on the automatic co-driver's
front airbag deactivation system (Y page 47).
WARNING
G
If you leave children unattended in the vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake
R
shift the
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral
R
start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle equipment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
G
If persons (particularly children) are exposed
to heat
a risk of serious or even fatal injuries. Never
leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
automatic transmission out of park
WARNING
or cold for a prolonged period, there is
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is placed in direct
sunlight, the parts could become very hot.
Children could be suffer burns by touching
these parts,
of the child restraint system. There is a risk of
injury.
If you and your child leave the vehicle, always
make sure that the child restraint system is
not in direct sunlight. Cover it with a blanket,
for example. If the child restraint system has
been exposed to direct sunlight, leave it to
cool down before securing the child in it.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sitting
properly. Particular attention must be paid to
children.
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 42) and the notes on how to use the seat
belt properly (Y page 43).
in particular on the metallic parts
Child restraint system
Observe the instructions for correct use of the
child restraint system (Y page 59).
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recom-
that you only use a child restraint system
mends
recommended by Mercedes-Benz
(Y page 62).
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is incorrectly fitted on the seat position suitable for this purpose, it cannot perform its intended protective function. In the event of an accident,
sharp braking
the child may not be held securely. There is an
increased risk of serious or even fatal injuries.
Observe the manufacturer's installation
instructions and the correct use for the child
restraint system. Make sure that the entire
surface of the child restraint system is resting
on the seat surface. Never place objects
under or behind the child restraint system,
e.g. cushions. Only use child restraint sys-
or a sudden change in direction,
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tems with the original cover designed for
them. Only
uine covers.
G
If a rearward-facing child restraint system is
mounted facing forwards by mistake, it cannot provide
Safety
for example, be the case if a rearward-facing
child restraint system is fitted on a rear seat
which is facing backwards. The child cannot
be restrained in the event of an accident, for
instance. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
Always ensure the rear seat is facing forwards
before fitting a rearward-facing child restraint
system on it.
G
If the child restraint system is fitted incorrectly or is not secured, it can come loose in
the event of an accident, heavy braking or a
sudden change in direction. The child
restraint system
ing vehicle occupants. There is an increased
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always fit child restraint systems properly,
even if they are not being used. Make sure
that you observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation instructions.
You will find further information on stowing
objects, luggage and loads securely under
"Loading guidelines" (Y page 290).
G
Child restraint systems or their securing systems that
a load in an accident cannot perform their
intended protective function. In the event of
an accident, sharp braking or a sudden
change in direction, the child may not be held
securely. There is an increased risk of serious
or even fatal injuries.
Immediately replace child restraint systems
that have been damaged or subjected to a
load in an accident. Have the child restraint
replace damaged covers with gen-
WARNING
the intended protection. This can,
WARNING
could be thrown about, strik-
WARNING
have been damaged or subjected to
securing systems checked in a qualified specialist workshop
system again.
The securing systems of child restraint systems
are:
R
the seat belt system
R
the ISOFIX securing rings
R
the Top Tether anchorages
If it is absolutely necessary to fit a child restraint
system on the front-passenger seat, always
observe the information on "Child restraint systems on the front-passenger seat"
(Y page 58).
Observe the warning labels in the vehicle interior and on the child restraint system.
It is advisable to use Mercedes-Benz care
i
products to clean child restraint systems recommended by Mercedes-Benz. You can
obtain information about this at any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
before fitting a child restraint
ISOFIX child seat securing system
WARNING
G
ISOFIX child restraint systems do not offer
sufficient protective
weight is greater than 22 kg who are secured
using the safety belt integrated in the child
restraint system. The child could, for example,
not be restrained correctly in the event of an
accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
If the child weighs more than 22 kg, only use
ISOFIX child restraint systems with which the
child is also secured with the vehicle seat belt.
Also secure the child restraint system with the
Top Tether belt, if available.
When fitting a child restraint system, be sure to
observe the manufacturer's installation and
operating instructions and the instructions for
correct use of the child restraint system
(Y page 59).
Before every trip, make sure that the ISOFIX
child restraint system is engaged correctly in
both ISOFIX securing rings.
effect for children whose
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When fitting the child restraint system in
!
vehicles with a rear bench seat, make sure
that the
seat belt for the middle seat does not
get trapped. Otherwise, the seat belt could be
damaged.
:
ISOFIX securing ring (example: individual
seat)
X
Install the ISOFIX child restraint system on
both ISOFIX securing rings :.
ISOFIX is a standardised securing system for
specially designed child restraint systems on
certain rear seats. ISOFIX securing rings : for
an ISOFIX child restraint system are fitted
between the
seat cushion and the seat backrest.
Non-ISOFIX child seats may also be used and
can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt
system. When fitting a child restraint system, be
sure to observe the manufacturer's installation
and operating instructions and the instructions
for correct use of the child restraint system
(Y page 59).
Top Tether anchorages
Example: individual seat
Top Tether anchorage ; is located at the bottom of
the rear side of the rear seat on the cross
brace between the seat or bench seat leg.
X
Move head restraint : upwards.
X
Fit the ISOFIX child restraint system with Top
Tether. Always
system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.
comply with the child restraint
Safety
Top Tether
Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connection
between the
ISOFIX and the vehicle. It helps reduce the risk
of injury even further. If the child restraint system is fitted with a Top Tether belt, this should
always be used.
child restraint system secured with
X
Route Top Tether belt ? under head
restraint : between the two head restraint
bars.
X
Hook Top Tether hook = of Top Tether
belt ? into Top Tether anchorage ;.
that Top Tether belt ? is not twis-
sure
Make
ted.
X
Tension Top Tether belt ?. Always comply
with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.
X
If necessary, move head restraint : back
down again slightly (
Y page 106). Make sure
that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt ?.
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Child restraint system on the co-driver's seat
General notes
Accident statistics show that children secured
in the
rear seats are safer than children secured
in the front-passenger seat. For this reason,
Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install
Safety
a child restraint system on a rear seat.
Vehicles with the automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation system: if it is absolutely necessary to fit a child restraint system to
the front-passenger seat, always observe the
information on the "Automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation system" (Y page 47).
You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as
a result of:
R
a child restraint system that is not detected
by the automatic front-passenger front airbag
deactivation system
R
the unintentional disabling of the frontpassenger front airbag
R
the unsuitable positioning of the child
restraint system, e.g. too close to the dashboard
Please observe the warning notice on the frontpassenger sun visor, see the illustration.
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat and the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is
off, the front-passenger front airbag can
deploy in the event of an accident. The child
could be struck by the airbag. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that the front-passenger front airbag has
BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a
seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of
it; DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY to the CHILD can
occur.
been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR-
Vehicles without the automatic frontpassenger front airbag deactivation
system
If the front-passenger seat of your vehicle is not
equipped with the automatic front-passenger
front airbag deactivation system, this is indica-
a special sticker. The sticker is affixed to
ted by
the side of the dashboard on the frontpassenger side. The sticker is visible when you
open the front-passenger door.
If you turn the key to position 2 in the ignition
lock, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps light
up briefly. However, they have no function and
do not indicate that there is an automatic frontpassenger front airbag deactivation system.
Always fit the rearward-facing restraint system
to a suitable rear seat in this case (Y page 59).
Observe the following information under "Rearward-facing child restraint system" and
"Forward-facing child restraint system" as well
as information on the suitable positioning of the
child restraint system (Y page 59).
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Rearward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to fit a rearwardfacing child restraint system to the frontpassenger seat, always make sure that the
front-passenger front airbag is disabled. Only if
the PASSENGER
lit continuously (Y page 41) is the frontpassenger front airbag disabled.
Always observe the information on suitable
positioning of the child restraint system
(Y page 59) in addition to the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is
Forward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to fit a forwardfacing child restraint system to the frontpassenger seat, always move the frontpassenger seat as far back as possible. The
entire base of the child restraint system must
always rest on the seat cushion of the frontpassenger seat. The backrest of the child
restraint system
against the backrest of the front-passenger
seat. The child restraint system must not touch
the roof or be put under strain by the head
restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
and the head restraint position accordingly.
Always make sure that the shoulder belt strap is
correctly routed from the vehicle belt outlet to
the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint
system. The shoulder belt strap must be routed
forwards and downwards from the vehicle belt
outlet. If necessary, adjust the vehicle belt outlet and the front-passenger seat accordingly.
Always observe the information on suitable
positioning of the child restraint system
(Y page 59) in addition to the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
must, as far as possible, lie flat
Suitable positioning of the child restraint system
Introduction
Only child restraint systems which are approved
in accordance with the ECE standard ECE R44
are permitted for use in the vehicle.
Child restraint systems belonging to the "Universal" category can be recognised by their
orange approval
Example: approval label on the child restraint system
"Universal" category
be used on the seats indicated with U, UF or IUF
according to the tables "Suitability of the seats
for attaching belt-secured child restraint systems" or "Suitability of the seats for attaching an
ISOFIX child restraint system".
Semi-universal child restraint systems are indicated by the text "Semi-universal" on the
approval label. These can be used if the vehicle
and the seat are listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list. For more
information, contact the child restraint system
manufacturer or visit their website.
Child restraint system on the co-driver's
seat – if it is absolutely necessary to secure a
child in a child restraint system on the co-driver's seat:
X
Always pay attention to the instructions under
"Child restraint system on the co-driver's
seat"
(
There you will find instructions on how to correctly route the shoulder belt strap from the
vehicle belt sash guide to the shoulder belt
guide on the child restraint system
(Y page 59).
X
Move the co-driver's seat as far back as possible.
label and the word "Universal".
child restraint systems can
Y page 58).
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If you secure a child in a forward-facing child
restraint system on the co-driver's seat, you
must also move the co-driver's seat to the
lowest position.
X
Move the backrest to an almost upright position.
The base
fully on the co-driver's seat cushion. The
backrest of a forwards-facing child restraint
Safety
system must, as far as possible, rest on the
backrest of the co-driver's seat.
The child restraint system may not touch the
roof or be put under strain by the head
restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Also observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation instructions.
of the child restraint system must lie
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Legend for the table:
X Seat that is not suitable for children of this weight category.
U Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category that are approved for use in this
weight category.
UF Suitable for forward-facing child restraint systems that belong to the "Universal" category and
are approved for use in this weight category.
L Suitable for child restraint systems as recommended; see the table "Recommended child
restraint systems" (Y page 62
vehicle and the seat are listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's vehicle model list.
Co-driver's seat
). Suitable for semi-universal child restraint systems if the
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Safety
Weight category Co-driver's front air-
bag activated
0
0+
I
II
III
up to 10 kg X U, L
up to 13 kg X U, L
9 kg to 18 kg UF, L U, L
15 kg to 25 kg UF, L U, L
22 kg to 36 kg UF, L U, L
Co-driver's front airbag
deactivated
1
Rear seats
Weight category Rear seat Rear bench seat
0
0+
I
II
III
up to 10 kg
up to 13 kg
9 kg to 18 kg
U
U
U2, L
2
2
2
15 kg to 25 kg U, L U, L
22 kg to 36 kg U, L U, L
U2, L
U2, L
U2, L
2
2
2
Suitability of the seats for attaching an ISOFIX child restraint system
If you use a baby car seat of category 0 or 0+ or a rearward-facing child restraint system of category
a rear seat, the rear seat must be installed in the direction of travel. Adjust the rear seat and/
I on
or the front seat so that the front seat does not come into contact with the child restraint system.
Legend for the table:
X Seat that is not suitable for children of this weight category.
IUF Suitable for forward-facing ISOFIX child seat securing systems that belong to the "Universal"
category which are approved for use in this weight category.
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems as recommended; see the following table of "Rec-
ommended child restraint systems" (Y page 62).
1
The vehicle
lamp must be lit.
2
The seat must be installed in the direction of travel.
is fitted with automatic co-driver front airbag deactivation. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
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The manufacturer will also recommend a suitable ISOFIX child restraint system. For this, your
vehicle and
the seat must be listed in the child restraint system manufacturer's model list. For
more information, contact the child restraint system manufacturer or visit their website.
Weight category Size cate-
gories
Carrycot
Safety
0
up to 10 kg
Equipment Individual
seat
F ISO/L1 X
G ISO/L2 X
E ISO/R1
Rear bench
4, 5
IL
seat
IL
IL
up to approximately
6 months
IL
IL
IL
IL
4, 5, 6
IL
4, 5, 6
4, 5
4, 5
4, 5
0+
I
up to 13 kg
up to approximately
15 months
9 to 18 kg
between approximately
9 months and 4 years
E ISO/R1
D ISO/R2
C ISO/R3
D ISO/R2
C ISO/R3
B ISO/F2 IUF
B1 ISO/F2X IUF
A ISO/F3 IUF
The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint.
If possible, adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Also
observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
3
4, 5
Recommended child restraint systems
General notes
Always observe the information on "Child restraint systems on the co-driver's seat" (Y page
on "Suitable positioning of the child restraint system" (Y page 59).
You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre.
3
Only in the first rear seat row on a rear bench seat.
4
The seat must be installed in the direction of travel.
5
seat
in the second rear seat row may only be used if there is the maximum distance between the two rear
A
seat rows. For this, the seat on the second rear seat row must be installed in the rearmost permitted position
and the seat in front of it on the first rear seat row must be installed in the foremost permitted position. If you
use the middle seat on the second rear seat row, all the seats on the first rear seat row must be in the foremost
permitted position.
6
If you are using a child restraint system of size category C (ISO/R3), make sure that the backrest of the front
seat does not rest against the child restraint system. If possible, move the front seat to the highest position
and the front-seat backrest to an upright position.
58) and
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Weight categories Manufac-
turer
Category 0:
Britax Römer BABY SAFE
up to 10 kg
up to approximately
6 months
Category 0+:
Britax Römer BABY SAFE
up to 13 kg
up to approximately
15 months
Category I:
Britax Römer DUO plus 03 301133
9 kg to 18 kg
Type Approval number
(E1 ...)
03 301146
plus
BABY SAFE
04 301146
04 301146 970 20 00
plus II
03 301146
plus
BABY SAFE
04 301146
04 301146 970 20 00
plus II
04 301133
Order number
(A 000 ...)
7
970 10 00
970 10 00
970 16 00
between approximately
9 months and
4 years
Category II/III:
Britax Römer
KIDFIX
8
04 301198 970 19 00
15 kg to 36 kg
between approx-
imately
4 years and
12 years
Suggested "Universal"/"Semi-Universal" category ISOFIX child restraint systems
Weight categories
Category 0+:
up to 13 kg
Category I:
9 kg to 18 kg
Size categories
Manufacturer
Type Approval
number
(E1 ...)
E Britax Römer BABY-SAFE
plus
03 301146
04 301146
B1 Britax Römer DUO plus 03 301133
04 301133
Order num-
7
ber
B6 6 86 8224
A 000 970 16
00
Safety
7
Colour code 9H95
8
Always observe the KIDFIX child restraint system manufacturer's installation guide before securing a KIDFIX
child restraint system in the vehicle. There you will find tips for fastening options.
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Child-proof locks
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If children are travelling in the vehicle, they
could:
R
doors,
open
Safety
or road users
R
exit the vehicle and be caught by oncoming
traffic
R
operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always activate the child-proof locks and
override feature if children are travelling in the
vehicle. When leaving the vehicle, always take
the key with you and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Child-proof locks for:
R
Sliding doors (Y page 64)
R
Electric hinged windows in the rear compartment (Y page 65)
WARNING
G
If you leave children unattended in the vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake
R
shift
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral
R
start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle equipment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If persons (particularly children) are exposed
to heat
a risk of serious or even fatal injuries. Never
thus endangering other people
the
automatic transmission out of park
or cold for a prolonged period, there is
leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If the child restraint system is placed in direct
sunlight, the parts could become very hot.
Children could be suffer burns by touching
these parts,
in particular on the metallic parts
of the child restraint system. There is a risk of
injury.
If you and your child leave the vehicle, always
make sure that the child restraint system is
not in direct sunlight. Cover it with a blanket,
for example. If the child restraint system has
been exposed to direct sunlight, leave it to
cool down before securing the child in it.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
Child-proof locks for sliding door
Sliding door (example: left side of the vehicle)
:
Child safety bolt
2
Sliding door released
3
Sliding door secured – then make sure that
the child-proof locks are working properly.
You can secure each sliding door individually
with the child-proof locks on the sliding doors.
With
the
secured sliding door cannot be opened from the
inside. When the vehicle is unlocked, the sliding
door can be opened from the outside. If the
electric sliding door is secured, only the sliding
door rear controls are deactivated. You can
open the electric sliding door at any time using
the corresponding Å or Æ sliding door
button in the centre console (Y page 80).
exception of the electric sliding door, a
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Child-proof locks for hinged windows
X
To activate/deactivate: press button :.
indicator lamp on the button is lit, oper-
If the
ation of the rear-compartment electrical
hinged windows is disabled. Operation is then
only possible using the buttons in the driver's
door.
Pets in the vehicle
WARNING
G
If you leave animals unsupervised or unsecured in the vehicle, they may push a button
or a switch, for example.
They could:
R
activate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
R
switch vehicle systems on or off, thus
endangering other road users
event of an accident, sudden braking or
In the
abrupt changes of direction, unsecured animals could be flung around the vehicle, injuring the vehicle occupants. There is a risk of an
accident and injury.
Never leave animals unattended in the vehicle. Always secure animals correctly during a
journey, e.g. in an animal transport box.
Driving safety systems
Overview
This section
ing driving safety systems:
R
EBD (Electronic Brake Force Distribution)
R
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
R
BAS (Brake Assist System)
R
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
R
Adaptive brake lights
contains information on the follow-
Important safety notes
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are
inattentive, the driving safety systems can neither reduce the risk of accident nor override the
laws of physics. Driving safety systems are
merely aids designed to assist driving. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed, braking in good time
and for staying in your lane. Always adapt your
driving style to the prevailing road and weather
conditions and maintain a sufficient, safe distance from other road users. Drive carefully.
Please note that the driving safety systems
described only work optimally when:
R
there is adequate contact between the tyres
and the road surface
R
you use winter tyres (M+S tyres), with snow
chains if necessary, when the road conditions
are wintry
R
the speed information determined by the
vehicle is within the legally prescribed display
accuracy
Pay particular attention to the information
regarding tyres, coding of the wheel size groups,
tyre tread and winter operation under "Wheels
and tyres" (Y page 326).
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
General notes
ABS controls the braking pressure so that the
wheels do
the steerability of your vehicle while braking.
The ! warning lamp in the instrument cluster
lights up when the ignition is switched on. The
lamp goes out when the engine starts running.
not lock when braking. This maintains
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Important safety notes
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (Y page 65
ABS works from a speed of about 8 km/h
upwards, regardless of road surface conditions.
On a slippery road surface, ABS intervenes even
if you only brake gently.
WARNING
G
Safety
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely impaired. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deac-
There
tivated.
ding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
If ABS is malfunctioning, the ! warning lamp
(Y page 274) lights up while the engine is running and the display shows a message
(Y page 249). BAS, Hill Start Assist and ESP
and its driving safety systems and other driving
systems also fail. Observe the notes on the !
warning lamp and the display messages.
is an increased danger of skid-
).
Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsating in the brake pedal.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication
of hazardous
reminder to take extra care while driving.
X
If ABS intervenes: keep the brake pedal
firmly depressed until the braking situation
has passed.
X
To make a full brake application: depress
the brake pedal with full force.
road conditions and functions as a
BAS (Brake Assist)
General notes
Brake Assist operates in emergency braking situations. If
BAS automatically boosts the braking force,
thus shortening the stopping distance.
you depress the brake pedal quickly,
Important safety notes
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (
WARNING
G
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased. There is a risk of accident.
In an emergency braking situation, depress
the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents
the wheels from locking.
BAS
is malfunctioning, the ÷ warning lamp
If
lights up while the engine is running
(Y page 274) and the display shows a message
(Y page 253).
Y page 65).
Braking
X
Keep the brake pedal depressed firmly until
the emergency braking situation is over.
ABS prevents
®
When you release the brake pedal, the brakes
function as usual again. BAS is deactivated.
any of the wheels from locking.
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
General notes
EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure
to the
rear wheels. This enables EBD to improve
handling during braking.
Important safety notes
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (
WARNING
G
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
lock, e.g.
risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
under full braking. This increases the
Y page 65).
If EBD is malfunctioning, the J warning lamp
(Y page 273) lights up while the engine is running and the display shows a message
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(Y page 253). Other driving systems and driving
safety systems then also fail.
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
General notes
ESP® monitors driving stability and detects
understeering or
time. If ESP® detects that the vehicle is deviating from the direction desired by the driver, one
or more wheels are braked to stabilise the vehicle. The engine output is also modified to keep
the vehicle on the desired course within physical
limits. ESP® can also stabilise the vehicle during
braking.
ESP® also monitors traction, i.e. power transmission between the tyres and the road surface.
The integrated traction control supports you
when pulling away or accelerating on wet, slippery or slick roads. Should the drive wheels spin,
traction control brakes them individually. In
addition, greater drive torque is transmitted to
the wheel or wheels with traction. If traction on
the road surface is not sufficient, even ESP® will
not allow you to pull away without difficulty. The
type of tyres and total weight of the vehicle as
well as the gradient of the road also play a crucial role. Traction control remains active if you
deactivate ESP®.
If the h warning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter goes out before beginning the journey, ESP
is automatically active.
The h warning lamp in the instrument cluster
flashes when ESP® intervenes:
X
Do not deactivate ESP® under any circumstances.
X
When pulling away, only depress the accelerator pedal as far as required.
X
Adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing
road and weather conditions.
oversteering (skidding) in good
Important safety notes
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (
WARNING
G
If ESP® is malfunctioning it will not provide
any vehicle stabilisation. There is an
increased risk of skidding or of an accident.
Y page 65).
Exercise caution when continuing to drive.
Have ESP® checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
operate the vehicle on a roller dyna-
Do not
!
mometer (e.g. for performance testing). If you
have to operate the vehicle on a roller dynamometer, please consult a specialist workshop beforehand. You could otherwise damage the drivetrain or the brake system.
If ESP® is malfunctioning, the h warning
lamp (Y page 274) lights up continuously while
the engine is running and the display shows a
message (Y page 253).
ESP® is deactivated if the å warning lamp in
the instrument cluster is lit when the engine is
running.
Use only wheels with the recommended tyre
sizes. Only then will ESP® function properly.
Deactivating/activating ESP
WARNING
G
®
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP® no longer stabilises the vehicle. There is an increased risk
of skidding and an accident.
Only
deactivate
ESP® in the situations descri-
bed in the following.
®
It may be best to deactivate ESP® in the following situations:
R
if snow chains are being used
R
in deep snow
R
on sand or gravel
Activate ESP® as soon as the situations described above no longer apply. Otherwise, ESP
assistance for stabilising the vehicle will remain
significantly reduced, even if the vehicle starts
to skid.
If you deactivate ESP®:
R
the å warning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter lights up
R
the ÷ warning lamp in the instrument clus-
ter flashes if the wheels are spinning.
R
ESP® assistance for stabilising the vehicle in
the lower speed range up to approximately
60 km/h is significantly reduced
R
Engine torque is no longer limited and the
drive wheels are able to spin
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The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting
action for better traction on loose surfaces.
R
Traction control is still activated
R
ESP® still provides support when you brake
You
activate or deactivate ESP® via the on-
can
board computer when the engine is running
(Y page 244).
Safety
Trailer stabilisation
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (
WARNING
G
Y page 65).
If road and weather conditions are poor,
trailer
stabilisation
will not be able to prevent
the vehicle/trailer combination from swerving. Trailers with a high centre of gravity can
tip over before ESP® can detect this. There is
a risk of an accident.
Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions.
ESP® trailer stabilisation counteracts critical
driving situations in good time and thereby provides considerable assistance when driving with
a trailer. Trailer stabilisation is part of ESP®.
If the sensor system and evaluation logic detect
trailer swinging movements, ESP® trailer stabilisation firstly brakes individual vehicle wheels in
a targeted manner. It thus counteracts swinging
movements. If the swinging movements do not
stop, the vehicle is braked until the vehicle/
trailer combination is stabilised. If necessary,
the vehicle's engine output is limited.
If your vehicle with trailer (vehicle/trailer combination) starts to swerve, you will be able to
stabilise the vehicle/trailer combination only by
braking. ESP® trailer stabilisation helps you to
stabilise the vehicle/trailer combination in this
situation.
ESP® trailer stabilisation is active above speeds
of about 65 km/h.
If ESP® is switched off or deactivated because of
a malfunction, the trailer stabilisation system
will not function.
Crosswind Assist
Observe the important safety guidelines for the
driving safety system (
Y page 65).
Strong crosswind gusts can impair the roadholding of your vehicle when driving straight
ahead. The Crosswind Assist function integrated in ESP® reduces these impairments.
Depending on the direction and intensity of the
side wind, Crosswind Assist intervenes automatically. ESP® intervenes with stabilising braking to assist you in keeping the vehicle in the
lane. When Crosswind Assist intervenes, the
display shows the traffic sign for strong side
winds and the message Crosswind Assist.
Crosswind Assist is activated automatically
above a speed of approximately 80 km/h when
driving straight ahead or cornering gently.
Crosswind Assist does not react:
R
in the event of severe jolts and vibrations, e.g.
when driving over uneven surfaces or potholes
R
when grip is reduced, e.g. on snow or ice or
when aquaplaning
Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP® is deactivated or disabled because of a malfunction.
Adaptive brake lights
The adaptive brake lights warn following traffic
in an emergency braking situation:
R
by flashing brake lamps
R
by activating the hazard warning lamps
If you brake sharply from a speed of more than
50 km/h or if braking is assisted by BAS, the
brake lamps flash rapidly.
If you brake sharply from a speed of more than
70 km/h to a standstill, the hazard warning
lamps are activated automatically. The brake
lamps light up again constantly when you
depress the brake pedal. The hazard warning
lamps switch off automatically if you travel
faster than 10 km/h. You can also switch off the
hazard warning lamps with the hazard warning
lamp button (Y page 115).
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Anti-theft systems
Immobiliser
X
To activate: remove
lock.
X
To deactivate: turn the key to position 2 in
the ignition lock.
The immobiliser prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct key.
Always take
the key with you and lock the vehicle when leaving the vehicle. If you leave the key
in the vehicle, anyone can start the engine.
Starting the engine always deactivates the
i
immobiliser.
the key from the ignition
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
X
To activate: lock the vehicle with the key.
Indicator lamp : in the overhead control
panel flashes.
X
To deactivate: unlock the vehicle with the
key.
or
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
If the alarm system is primed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when the following are
opened:
R
a door
R
the vehicle with the emergency key element
R
the tailgate
R
the bonnet
X
To stop the alarm: press the % or &
button on the key.
or
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
The alarm stops.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you immediately close
the open door that had triggered it,
for example.
Tow-away protection
Operation
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
inclination of the vehicle changes when towaway protection
is primed. This can be the case
if the vehicle is raised on one side, for example.
Switching on
X
Make sure that:
R
the doors are closed
R
the tailgate is closed
Only then
X
Lock the vehicle with the key.
is the tow-away protection primed.
Tow-away protection is primed after approximately 50 seconds.
Switching off
X
Unlock the vehicle with the key.
or
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
Tow-away protection
is switched off automat-
ically.
Deactivating
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X
Press the : button.
When the button is released, the indicator
lamp in the button lights up for about three
seconds.
X
Lock the vehicle.
Tow-away protection is deactivated.
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Tow-away protection remains deactivated until
you lock the vehicle again.
Deactivate tow-away protection when locking
your vehicle and:
R
loading and/or
transporting the vehicle, on a
ferry or car transporter, for example
R
parking on a movable surface, as split-level
garage
Safety
This will prevent false alarms.
Interior motion sensor
Operation
If the primed interior motion sensor detects
motion in
the vehicle interior, a visual and acoustic alarm is triggered. This can happen if someone reaches into the vehicle interior, for example.
Switching on
X
Make sure that:
R
the side windows are closed
R
there are
on the rear-view mirror or on the grab handles on the roof trim
This will prevent false alarms.
X
Make sure that:
R
the doors are closed
R
the tailgate is closed
Only then is the interior motion sensor
primed.
X
Lock the vehicle with the key.
The interior motion sensor is primed after
approximately 20 seconds.
no objects, e.g. mascots, hanging
Deactivating
X
Remove the key from the ignition lock.
X
Press the : button.
When the button is released, the indicator
lamp in the button lights up for about
3 seconds.
X
Lock the vehicle.
The interior motion sensor is deactivated.
The interior motion sensor remains deactivated
until you lock the vehicle again.
Deactivate the interior motion sensor when
locking your vehicle:
R
with people or animals remaining inside
R
when transporting it on a ferry or car transporter, for example
This will prevent false alarms.
Switching off
X
Unlock the vehicle with the key.
or
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
The interior motion sensor automatically
switches off.
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Useful information
These Operating Instructions describe all models as well as standard and optional equipment
vehicle that were available at the time of
of your
going to print. Country-specific variations are
possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all of the described functions. This also
applies to safety-relevant systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops: (Y page 27).
Key
Important safety notes
United Kingdom only:
WARNING
G
When the double locks are activated, the
doors can no longer be opened from the
inside. People
out, e.g. in hazardous situations. There is a
risk of injury.
Therefore, do not leave any people unsupervised in the vehicle, particularly children, elderly people or people in need of special assistance. Do not activate the double lock when
people are in the vehicle.
If the vehicle has been locked from the outside,
the double-lock function is activated as standard. It is then not possible to open the doors
from inside the vehicle. You can deactivate the
double lock function by deactivating the interior
motion sensor (Y page 70). The doors can then
be opened from the inside after the vehicle has
been locked from the outside. The anti-theft
alarm system is triggered if a door is opened
from the inside. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 69).
All countries:
in the vehicle can no longer get
WARNING
G
If you leave children unattended in the vehicle, they may be able to set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake
R
shift the
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral
R
start the engine
In addition, they may operate vehicle equipment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
G
If you attach heavy or large objects to the key,
the key
ignition lock. This could cause the engine to
be switched off. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not attach any heavy or large objects to the
key. Remove any bulky keyrings before inserting the key into the ignition lock.
!
fields. Otherwise, the remote control function
could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
Do not keep the key:
R
with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone
or another key
R
with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil
R
in metallic objects, e.g. metal cases
This can affect the key's functionality.
automatic transmission out of park
WARNING
could be unintentionally turned in the
Keep the key away from strong magnetic
Opening and closing
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Key functions
Key (example: vehicle with EASY-PACK tailgate
and/or rear window which can be opened separately)
:
Battery check lamp
;
q To open or close the EASY-PACK tailgate
unlock the rear window which can be
Opening and closing
=
?
A
B
The vehicle's equipment includes two keys.
There is
The key can be used to unlock the vehicle from
a distance. To prevent theft, only use the key in
the immediate vicinity of the vehicle.
Change the batteries immediately if battery
check lamp : does not light up briefly with
every press of a button (Y page 74).
X
X
i If
X
or
opened separately
& To lock the vehicle centrally
5 To unlock the EASY-PACK tailgate and
sliding
doors or to unlock and open or close
the electric sliding door
Emergency key element
% To unlock the vehicle centrally or
unlock the front door(s) only
an emergency key element in each key.
To unlock centrally: press the %
The turn signals flash once.
To unlock the sliding doors and the tailgate only: press the 5 button.
The turn signals flash once.
you do not open the vehicle within approx-
40 seconds of unlocking:
imately
R
the vehicle is locked again.
R
the anti-theft protection is primed again.
To lock centrally: press the & button.
The indicator lamps flash three times if:
button.
R
the anti-theft protection is primed
R
all the doors and the tailgate are closed
X
Check the locking knobs on all the doors.
The locking knobs must all be in the lowered
position.
The key's factory setting enables you to centrally lock and unlock the following:
R
the driver's and the co-driver's door
R
the sliding doors
R
the tailgate
In an emergency, the driver's door can also be
unlocked manually using the emergency key
element (Y page 73).
You can also set an audible signal to confirm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated and deactivated using
Audio 20 or COMAND Online. Information on
activating and deactivating the audible lockingverification signal can be found in the separate
operating instructions.
When the surround lighting is activated in Audio
20 or COMAND Online, it comes on when it is
dark after the vehicle is unlocked using the
remote control. Information on activating and
deactivating the surround lighting can be found
in the separate operating instructions.
To open or close the EASY-PACK tailgate
X
automatically from the outside: press the
q
until the tailgate opens or closes.
button
Changing the settings of the locking system
predominantly travel alone, you may wish
If you
to change the settings of the locking system.
Press the % button to unlock the driver's
door.
X
To change the setting: press
the % and & buttons simultaneously
until the battery check lamp flashes twice.
(Y page 72).
If the setting of the locking system is changed
within the
signal range of the vehicle, press the
& or % button to:
R
locking or
R
unlocking the vehicle
and hold down
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The key now functions as follows:
X
To unlock the driver's door: press
the %
button once.
X
To unlock centrally: briefly press the %
button twice.
X
To lock centrally: press the & button.
X
To restore to factory settings: press and
hold
the % and & buttons simul-
down
taneously until the battery check lamp flashes
twice (Y page 72).
The key unlocks the vehicle centrally again.
Emergency key element
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the key, use the emergency key
element.
The anti-theft alarm system (ATA) is triggered
when you
unlock and open the vehicle using the
emergency key element (Y page 69).
The alarm can be disabled in the following two
ways:
X
Press the % or & button on the key.
or
X
Insert the key into the ignition lock.
Removing the emergency key element
Inserting the emergency key element
X
Push emergency key element ; completely
into the key until it engages and release
catch : is back in its basic position.
Locking/unlocking the vehicle using
the emergency key element
The door lock for unlocking in an emergency is
on the driver's door.
X
To unlock the driver's door: insert
the emergency key element fully into the driver's door
lock and turn it anti-clockwise.
The driver's door is unlocked.
X
To lock the vehicle: lock
all doors except the
driver's door from the inside. To do this, push
down the door-locking knobs.
X
Insert the emergency key element fully into
the driver's door lock and turn it clockwise.
On right-hand-drive vehicles, turn the emergency key element anti-clockwise.
The driver's door is locked.
Battery of the key
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substan-
If
batteries are swallowed, it can result in
ces.
severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal
injury.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If
a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
Opening and closing
X
Slide release catch : in the direction of the
arrow and, at the same time, remove emergency key element ; from the key completely.
Environmental note
H
Batteries contain pollutants.
It
with the household rubbish.
They must be collected separately and disposed of in an
environmentally responsible
recycling system.
Dispose of batteries in an
environmentally responsible
manner. Take discharged
is
illegal to dispose of them
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batteries to a qualified specialist workshop or to a collection point
for used batter-
ies.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
battery changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Checking the battery
Opening and closing
X
Press the & or % button.
If battery
battery is sufficiently charged.
If battery check lamp : does not light up
briefly, the battery is empty.
X
Change the battery (Y page
If the key battery is checked within the signal
range of the vehicle, pressing the & or %
button results in:
R
locking or
R
unlocking the vehicle
i
specialist workshop.
Changing the battery
You need a type CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
X
Pull out the emergency key element from the
key (Y page 73
check lamp : lights up briefly, the
74
).
The battery may be obtained at any qualified
).
X
Push emergency key element ; into the
opening in
the key in the direction of the arrow
until battery compartment cover : opens.
When doing so, do not hold battery compartment cover : shut.
X
Remove battery compartment cover :.
X
Tap the key against the palm of your hand so
that battery = falls out of the battery compartment.
X
Insert the new battery into the battery tray
with the positive pole facing upwards. Use a
lint-free cloth to do so.
X
Fit battery compartment cover : to the key
casing with the front lugs first and push
closed.
X
Slide emergency key element ; back into
the key (Y page 73
X
Check the function of all key buttons on the
).
vehicle.
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Problems with the key
Central locking
75
Problem
It is no longer possible to
lock the vehicle using
the key.
The turn signals do not
flash when the vehicle is
locked.
It is no longer possible to
lock or unlock the vehicle using the key.
The engine cannot be
started using the key.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The doors are not closed properly.
X
Close the doors properly and lock the vehicle again.
The central locking system has malfunctioned.
X
Lock the vehicle using the emergency key element (Y page 73
press down the locking knob and then close the doors.
X
Have the central locking system checked as soon as possible at a
qualified specialist workshop.
The key battery is weak or discharged.
X
Point the tip of the key at the driver's door handle from very close
range and press the % or & button.
If this does not work:
X
Replace the key battery (Y page 74
).
or
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle using the emergency key element
(Y page 73).
The key is faulty.
X
Lock the vehicle with the emergency key element (Y page 73
X
Have the key checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
The on-board voltage is too low.
X
Switch off all non-essential consumers, such as interior lighting, and
try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
X
Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 309
or
X
Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 319).
or
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
) or
Opening and closing
).
).
You have lost a key.
You have lost the emergency key element.
Central locking
Important safety notes
United Kingdom only:
X
Have the key deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the mechanical locks replaced.
WARNING
G
When the double locks are activated, the
doors can no longer be opened from the
inside. People
in the vehicle can no longer get
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out, e.g. in hazardous situations. There is a
risk of injury.
Therefore, do not leave any people unsuper-
the vehicle, particularly children, eld-
vised in
erly people or people in need of special assistance. Do not activate the double lock when
people are in the vehicle.
If the vehicle has been locked from the outside,
the double-lock function is activated as standard. It is then not possible to open the doors
from inside the vehicle. The doors can be
opened from the inside after the vehicle has
been locked from the outside. The anti-theft
alarm system is triggered if a door is opened
from the inside. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 69).
All countries:
Opening and closing
G
WARNING
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
R
open doors,
thereby endangering other per-
sons or road users
R
get out and be struck by oncoming traffic
R
operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
In addition, the children could also set the
vehicle in motion, for example, if they:
R
release the parking brake
R
shift the automatic transmission out of park
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral
R
start the engine
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the key
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children and animals unattended in the vehicle. Keep the keys out of the reach of children.
WARNING
G
If persons (particularly children) are exposed
or cold for a prolonged period, there is
to heat
a risk of serious or even fatal injuries. Never
leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
For all countries except the United Kingdom:
You can open a locked door from the inside at
any time. For the sliding doors, the child-proof
locks must be deactivated.
Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside
You can centrally lock and unlock the whole
vehicle from
buttons on the driver's door.
Central locking buttons (vehicle with manually
adjustable front seats)
Central locking buttons (vehicle with electrically
adjustable front seats)
X
To unlock: press the % button.
X
To lock: press the & button.
If the driver's or co-driver's door is open, the
open door is not locked.
All other doors and the tailgate are locked.
a
If
driver's and co-driver's doors are locked.
You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the
inside if the vehicle has been locked with the
key.
If the
button for the central locking and a door is
the inside using the central locking
sliding door or the tailgate is open, only the
vehicle has been locked using the locking
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77
opened from the inside, only the door that has
been opened is unlocked.
countries except the United Kingdom:
For all
If the vehicle has previously been locked with
the key, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off the
alarm (Y page 69).
Automatic locking feature
Central locking buttons (vehicle with manually
adjustable front seats)
If the vehicle has been automatically locked and
a front
door is opened from the interior while the
vehicle is stationary, the vehicle unlocks centrally.
You can also switch the automatic locking
i
function on and off using Audio 20/COMAND
Online (see the separate operating instructions).
Driver's door and co-driver's door
United Kingdom only: if the vehicle has been
locked with
activated as standard. It is then not possible to
open the doors from inside the vehicle. You can
deactivate the double lock function by deactivating the interior motion sensor (Y page 70).
The doors can then be opened from the inside
after the vehicle has been locked from the outside. You can then only open the sliding doors
from inside the vehicle if they are not secured by
the child-proof locks (Y page 64). The anti-theft
alarm system is triggered if a door is opened
from the inside. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 69).
For all countries except the United Kingdom:
You can open the driver's or co-driver's door
from the inside at any time, even if it is locked. If
the vehicle has previously been locked with the
key, opening a door from the inside will trigger
the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 69).
the key, the double lock function is
Opening and closing
Central locking buttons (vehicle with electrically
adjustable front seats)
X
To switch on:
press
and hold the % button
until an acoustic tone sounds.
X
To switch on : press and hold the & but-
ton until an acoustic tone sounds.
When the ignition is switched on, your vehicle
will lock automatically from a speed of approximately 15 km/h
.
You could therefore be locked out if:
R
the vehicle is being pushed.
R
the vehicle is being towed.
R
the vehicle is being tested on a dynamometer.
Door handle (example driver's door)
You can open the driver's or co-driver's door
from the inside at any time, even if it is locked.
X
Pull door handle ;.
If a
front door is locked, locking knob : pops
up. The door is unlocked and opens.
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78
Sliding door
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When you open the sliding door, the sliding
door could
hit other people as it moves back-
wards. There is a risk of injury.
Only open the sliding door when traffic conditions permit.
WARNING
G
If the open sliding door is not engaged, it could
move on its own if the vehicle is on a slope.
This could
trap you or other persons. There is
a risk of injury.
Always make sure that the open sliding door is
engaged.
Opening and closing
Do not use the lower guide on the sliding
!
door (carriage) as a step. You could otherwise
damage its trim and/or the mechanism of the
sliding door
Opening/closing from the outside
X
To close: pull door handle :
in the direction
of the arrow.
The sliding door is released from its detent.
X
Push the sliding door forwards using door
handle : and close.
Opening/closing from the inside
The sliding door is equipped with an active
retainer, which
when opened.
X
To open: pull back rocker switch :.
If the door is locked, locking knob = pops up.
The sliding door unlocks and opens.
X
Push back the sliding door using door handle ; until it engages
X
Check the sliding door detent.
X
To close: press rocker switch : forwards.
The sliding door is released from its detent.
X
Push the sliding door forwards using door
handle ; and close.
engages the door at the end stop
The sliding door is equipped with an active
retainer, which
engages the door at the end stop
when opened.
X
To open: pull door handle : in the direction
of the arrow.
The sliding door opens.
X
Push back the sliding door using door handle : until it engages.
X
Check the sliding door detent.
Electric sliding door
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When you open the sliding door, the sliding
could
door
wards. There is a risk of injury.
Only open the sliding door when traffic conditions permit.
Do not use the lower guide on the sliding
!
door (carriage) as a step. You could otherwise
damage its trim and/or the mechanism of the
sliding door
hit other people as it moves back-
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You must reset the electric sliding door if there
has been
a malfunction or an interruption in the
voltage supply (Y page 81).
Obstacle detection with reversing function
The sliding door is equipped with automatic
obstacle detection with reversing feature. If a
solid object blocks or restricts the sliding door
during the automatic closing process, the sliding door
door is obstructed during the opening procedure, it moves back a few centimetres in the
opposite direction and stops.
Automatic obstacle detection with reversing
feature is only an aid. It is not a substitute for
your attentiveness when closing the electrical
sliding door.
If an obstacle is detected, the display shows, for
example, the Left-hand electric sliding
door Obstruction detected message and
five warning tones sound.
opens again automatically. If the sliding
WARNING
G
The reversing feature does not react:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers
R
over the last 8 mm of the closing movement
This means that the reversing feature cannot
prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing, make sure that no-one has any
parts of the body within the closing area.
If someone is trapped:
R
press the 5 button on the key, or
R
pull the exterior door handle, or
R
press the respective sliding door button in
the centre console, or
R
press the button on the door frame, or
R
pull the rocker switch on door handle.
Opening/closing from the outside
The sliding door is equipped with an active
retainer, which
when opened.
If the vehicle is fitted with 2 electric sliding
doors; the 5 button on the key can only be
used to open or close one of the two sliding
doors (Y page 81).
X
To open: pull door
of the arrow.
or
X
Press the 5 button on the key for longer
than 0.5 seconds
The sliding door unlocks, automatic operation
is started and the sliding door opens. In addition, you will hear two warning signals.
X
To close: pull door handle :
of the arrow.
or
X
Press the 5 button on the key for longer
than 0.5 seconds.
The sliding door is released from its lock and
automatic operation is started. The sliding
door closes.
If you press the 5
will hear two warning signals while the doors
close.
X
To interrupt automatic operation:
handle : again.
or
X
Press the 5 button on the key again.
In unfavourable operating conditions, e.g.
i
frost, ice or heavy soiling, you can press and
hold the relevant sliding door button. The
electric sliding door moves with increased
force. Observe that, in such circumstances,
the obstacle detection is less sensitive. To
engages the door at the end stop
handle : in the direction
.
in the direction
button on the key, you
pull
door
Opening and closing
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80
stop the movement, release the sliding door
button.
Opening/closing from the inside
open and close the sliding door from the
You can
inside with these controls:
R
the Å or Æ sliding door button in the
front on the lower centre console
R
the sliding door button on the B-pillar next to
the door sill
R
the rocker switch on the door handle
Opening and closing
:
Sliding door button for the sliding door on
the left-hand side
;
Sliding door button for the sliding door on
the right-hand side
=
Rocker switch
?
Locking knob
A
Sliding door button in the door frame
You can only open the sliding door with sliding
door
button A
switch = on the door handle if the child-proof
lock has not been activated.
The sliding door is equipped with an active
retainer, which engages the door at the end stop
when opened.
in the door frame or with rocker
X
To open:
briefly press the respective Å
Æ sliding door button in the centre console.
or
X
Briefly press sliding door button in the door
frame A.
or
X
Briefly pull back rocker switch =.
door is locked, locking knob ? pops up.
If the
The sliding door unlocks, automatic operation
is started and the sliding door opens.
If you use the Å or Æ sliding door button in the centre console you will hear two
warning signals during the opening procedure.
The indicator lamp in the Å or Æ sliding
door button in the centre console flashes for
the duration of automatic operation.
The indicator lamp in the Å or Æ sliding
door button in the centre console is lit whenever the respective sliding door is open.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the display can also show the Sliding door open
message.
X
To close:
briefly press the respective Å
Æ sliding door button in the centre console.
or
X
Briefly press sliding door button in the door
frame A.
or
X
Briefly press rocker switch = forwards.
The sliding door is released from its lock and
automatic operation is started. The sliding
door closes.
If you use the Å or Æ
sliding door button in the centre console you will hear two
warning signals during the opening procedure.
The indicator lamp in the respective Å or
Æ sliding door button in the centre console
goes out whenever the sliding door is closed.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press
respective Å
the
or Æ sliding door but-
ton in the centre console again.
or
X
Press sliding door button in the door frame
A.
or
X
Briefly pull back rocker switch =.
or
or
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In unfavourable operating conditions, e.g.
i
frost, ice or heavy soiling, you can press and
hold the relevant sliding door button. The
electric sliding door moves with increased
force. Observe that, in such circumstances,
the obstacle detection is less sensitive. To
stop the movement, release the sliding door
button.
Programming the key button for the sliding door
If the vehicle is fitted with two electric sliding
doors, the 5 sliding door button on the key
can only
ing doors. You can then open or close the selected sliding door with the 5 button on the key.
:
;
X
X
X
be programmed for one of the two slid-
Sliding door button for sliding door on the
left-hand side
Sliding door button for sliding door on the
right-hand side
Make sure that the sliding door to be programmed is open.
Turn the key to position 2
Press and hold the Å or Æ
the ignition lock.
in
sliding door
button in the centre console for the appropriate sliding door until the sliding door is closed
and four acoustic tones have sounded.
The display shows the Left-hand elec‐
tric sliding door key programmed/
Right-hand electric sliding door
key programmed message.
Tailgate
Resetting the sliding door
You must
a malfunction or an interruption in the voltage
supply.
X
X
X
X
Problems with the sliding door
The electric sliding door is locked in place.
Unfavourable operating conditions, e.g. frost,
ice or heavy soiling, may obstruct the sliding
door.
X
X
Tailgate
Important safety notes
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such
is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes
could enter the passenger compartment.
There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
reset the sliding door if there has been
If the sliding door is open: close it by hand.
Using the Å or Æ
sliding door button on
the centre console, open the sliding door at
least 40 cm and then close the sliding door
completely.
When the sliding door is closed, open the sliding door fully using the Å or Æ sliding
door button on the centre console.
The sliding door is reset and operational.
Close the sliding door if required.
Press and hold the sliding door button until
the sliding door has opened or closed.
The sliding door moves with increased force.
Observe that, in such circumstances, the
obstacle detection is less sensitive. To stop
the movement, release the sliding door button.
Remove the cause of the blockage at the earliest opportunity.
WARNING
as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
81
Opening and closing
When opening, the tailgate swings up and
!
out. Therefore, make sure that there is suffi-
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82
cient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
You will find details of the tailgate opening
dimensions under "Technical data"
(Y page 352
).
Opening/closing
Opening and closing
X
To open: press button : on the handle.
X
Raise the tailgate.
X
To close: pull the tailgate firmly downwards
by strap ; and close it from outside.
For service purposes the tailgate can also be
opened from the inside (Y page
EASY-PACK tailgate
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
such
gases
is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust fumes
as carbon monoxide. If the tailgate
84).
could enter the passenger compartment.
There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate open.
When opening, the tailgate swings up and
!
out. Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate.
You can set the opening angle of the tailgate
(Y page 83
You will find details of the maximum tailgate
opening dimensions under "Technical data"
(Y page 352).
).
Obstacle detection with reversing function
The tailgate
detection with reversing feature. If a solid object
blocks or restricts the tailgate during the automatic closing process, the tailgate opens again
automatically. Automatic obstacle detection
with reversing feature is only an aid. It is not a
substitute for your attentiveness when closing
the tailgate.
G
The reversing feature does not react:
R
to soft,
gers
R
over the last 8 mm of the closing movement
This means that the reversing feature cannot
prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing, make sure that no-one has any
parts of the body within the closing area.
If someone is trapped:
R
press the q button on the key, or
R
press the closing button on the tailgate, or
R
pull the handle on the tailgate
is equipped with automatic obstacle
WARNING
light and thin objects, e.g. small fin-
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Opening/closing
If your vehicle is equipped with a rear window
which can be opened separately, the q button of the key must be programmed to open/
close the tailgate
The rear window must be closed and the tailgate
unlocked.
X
To open: briefly press button :
and step out of the swinging range of the tailgate.
or
X
Check that there is nobody in the swinging
range of
ton on the key for longer than 0.5 seconds.
Automatic operation is started. The tailgate
opens and swings upwards. In addition, you
will hear two warning signals.
You can limit the opening angle of the tailgate
(Y page 83).
(Y page 83).
in the handle
the tailgate and press the q but-
EASY-PACK tailgate
X
To close: press the ; closing button in the
tailgate and
the tailgate.
or
X
Check that there is nobody in the swinging
range of
ton on the key for longer than 0.5 seconds.
Automatic operation is started and the tailgate closes. Closing button ; flashes and
two warning signals are emitted during the
closing process.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press
button : in the handle again.
or
X
Press the ; closing button in the tailgate
again.
or
X
Press the q button on the key again for
longer than
Programming the key button for tailgate
If your
can be opened separately, you can programme
the q button on the key either to open/close
the tailgate or to open the rear window.
X
Make sure that the tailgate and the rear window are closed.
X
Turn the key to position 2 in
X
Press the buttons in the handle of the tailgate
and the
time for approximately 5 seconds.
After successfully switching the function, the
turn signal lamps flash once.
X
Check function of the q button on the key.
step out of the swinging range of
the tailgate and press the q but-
0.5 seconds.
vehicle is fitted with a rear window which
the ignition lock.
handle of the rear window at the same
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Opening and closing
Setting the opening angle
You can
storing the desired position as the stop position.
X
or
X
set the opening angle of the tailgate by
To set the stop position: open the tailgate
and halt the automatic process in the desired
position.
Open the tailgate and swing manually into the
desired position.
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Separately-opening rear window
84
X
Press and hold the q closing
button in the
tailgate until an acknowledgement tone
sounds once.
The current position of the tailgate is stored
as the stop position.
X
To reset to maximum opening angle: open
the tailgate.
X
and hold the q closing
Press
button in the
tailgate until an acknowledgement tone
sounds twice.
The stored stop position is deleted and the
tailgate opens again to its maximum position.
Resetting the tailgate
You must reset the tailgate if there has been a
malfunction or an interruption in the voltage
supply.
X
If the tailgate is open: close the tailgate by
Opening and closing
hand.
X
Briefly press the button in the handle of the
tailgate, step
out of the swinging range of the
tailgate and open the tailgate.
X
When the tailgate is fully opened, press the
q closing button in the tailgate and step
out of the swinging range of the tailgate.
The tailgate closes. When the tailgate is fully
closed, it is reset and operational.
When the q button
of the key is programmed
for operating the tailgate (Y page 83), you can
also use the key to open and close the tailgate.
Problems with the tailgate
The tailgate cannot be opened.
The voltage supply has been interrupted or the
battery charge is insufficient.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop which
has the necessary specialist knowledge and
tools to carry out the work required.
In an emergency, you can open the tailgate
using the release catch for service purposes.
X
Prise off the cover on the lower part of the
tailgate with a suitable tool, e.g. the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit.
X
Insert the screwdriver into the opening and
move the release lever until the tailgate
unlocks and opens.
X
Swing the tailgate upwards.
Separately-opening rear window
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases, such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust
gases can
enter the vehicle interior if the rear
window is open when the engine is running,
especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a
risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the rear window. Never drive with the rear
window open.
Opening/closing
If your vehicle is equipped with the EASY-PACK
tailgate, the q button of the key must be
programmed to open the rear window
(Y page 84).
The vehicle or the luggage compartment must
be unlocked and the tailgate must be closed.
X
To open:
press the q button on the key.
or
X
Press button : in the
X
Swing the rear window upwards using the
handle of the tailgate.
handle.
X
To close: swing the rear window downwards
and push closed.
Programming the key button for the rear window
If your vehicle is fitted with an EASY-PACK tailgate, you can programme the q button on
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the key either to open/close the tailgate or to
open the rear window.
X
Make sure that the tailgate and the rear window are closed.
X
Turn the key to position 2 in
X
Press the buttons in the handle of the tailgate
and the
handle of the rear window at the same
the ignition lock.
time for approximately 5 seconds.
After successfully switching the function, the
turn signal lamps flash once.
X
Check function of the q button on the key.
Problems with the rear window
The tailgate cannot be opened.
The voltage supply has been interrupted or the
battery charge is insufficient.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop which
has the necessary specialist knowledge and
tools to carry out the work required.
emergency, you can open the rear window
In an
using the release catch for service purposes.
X
Prise off the cover in the tailgate trim with a
suitable tool, e.g. the screwdriver from the
vehicle tool kit.
X
Insert the screwdriver into the opening and
move the release lever until the rear window
unlocks.
X
Swing the rear window upwards.
Side windows
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
While opening the side windows, body parts
could become
dow and the door frame as the side window
moves. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody touches the side window during the opening procedure. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or
pull the switch to close the side window again.
trapped between the side win-
WARNING
G
While closing the side windows, body parts in
the closing
area could become trapped. There
is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the
body are in the closing area. If somebody
becomes trapped, release the switch or press
the switch to open the side window again.
WARNING
G
If children operate the side windows they
could become
trapped, particularly if they are
left unsupervised. There is a risk of injury.
Activate the override feature for the rear side
windows. When leaving the vehicle, always
take the key with you and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If persons (particularly children) are exposed
or cold for a prolonged period, there is
to heat
a risk of serious or even fatal injuries. Never
leave persons (particularly children) unattended in the vehicle.
Side window reversing feature
The front side windows are equipped with an
automatic reversing feature. If a solid object
blocks or restricts a side window from moving
upwards during the automatic closing process,
window opens again automatically. Dur-
the side
ing the manual closing process, the side window
only opens again automatically after the corresponding switch is released. The automatic
reversing feature is only an aid and is no substitute for your attention when closing a side window.
WARNING
G
The reversing function does not react:
R
R
light and thin objects, e.g. small fin-
to soft,
gers
while resetting
Opening and closing
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This means that the reversing feature cannot
prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing,
make sure that no parts of the
body are in the closing area. If someone
becomes trapped, press the switch to open
the side window again.
Opening/closing the side windows
Opening and closing
:
Power window, left
;
Power window, right
The switches on the driver's door take precedence.
X
To open manually: press and hold the corresponding switch.
X
To open fully: press the switch beyond the
point of resistance and release it.
Automatic operation is started.
X
To close manually: pull the corresponding
switch and hold it.
X
To close fully: pull
beyond the point of resistance and release it.
Automatic operation is started.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press/
pull the corresponding switch again.
You can continue to operate the side windows
after switching off the engine or removing the
key. This function remains active for about
5 minutesor until you open a front door.
the
corresponding switch
Opens/closes the hinged window
Door control panel on the driver's door
Switch in the rear compartment (example: lefthand side of the vehicle)
:
To operate the left hinged window in the rear
;
To operate the right hinged window in the
rear
=
Override switch for the electric hinged windows in the rear
?
To operate the hinged window
You can only operate the hinged windows with
switch ? if the override feature has not been
activated (Y page 65).
X
To open manually: press and hold the corresponding switch.
X
To open fully:
point of resistance and release it.
Automatic operation is started.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press/
pull the corresponding switch again.
X
To close manually: pull the corresponding
switch and hold it.
You can continue to operate the hinged windows
switching off the engine or removing
after
the key. This function remains active for about
5 minutes or until you open a front door.
(
Y page 65)
press the switch beyond the
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Convenience opening feature
You can ventilate the vehicle before you start
driving. To do this, the key is used to carry out
the following functions simultaneously:
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to unlock the vehicle
R
to open the side windows
R
to open the hinged windows
R
to switch on the seat ventilation for the driver's seat
The convenience opening feature can only be
operated using
the key. The key must be close to
the driver's door handle.
X
Convenience opening: point the tip of the
key at the driver's door handle.
X
Press and hold the % button until
the side
windows are in the desired position.
X
To interrupt convenience opening: release
% button.
the
Convenience closing feature
WARNING
G
When using convenience closing, you could
become trapped
ing window. There is a risk of injury.
Monitor the entire closing procedure when
using convenience closing. When closing,
make sure that no one has any parts of the
body within the closing area.
When you lock the vehicle, you can close the
side windows at the same time.
The key must be close to the driver's door handle.
Observe the notes on the automatic reversing
feature for the side windows (Y page 85).
X
Convenience closing feature: point the tip
of the key at the driver's door handle.
X
Keep the & button pressed until all side
windows are fully closed.
X
Make sure that all side windows are closed.
To interrupt convenience closing feature:
X
release the & button.
within the sweep of the clos-
Resetting the side windows
You must reset the side windows if there has
malfunction or an interruption in the volt-
been a
age supply.
X
Turn the key to position 2 in
X
Pull the two power window switches and hold
for approximately 1 second
the ignition lock.
after closing the
side window.
X
If the side windows remain closed after the
button has been released, they have been
reset correctly. If this is not the case, repeat
the steps above for the open window.
Problems with the side windows
WARNING
G
If you close a side window again immediately
after it has been blocked or reset, the side
window closes with increased or maximum
force. The reversing function is then not
active. Parts of the body could be trapped in
the closing
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in the
closing area. To stop the closing process,
release the switch or push the switch again to
reopen the side window.
If you cannot completely open or close a side
window:
If there are no objects or leaves in the window
guide that prevent the sliding sunroof from closing, there has been a malfunction or the onboard voltage has been interrupted.
X
Reset the side window (Y page 87).
area in the process. This poses an
Opening and closing
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Seats
Useful information
These Operating Instructions describe all models as well as standard and optional equipment
vehicle that were available at the time of
of your
going to print. Country-specific variations are
possible. Note that your vehicle may not be fitted with all of the described functions. This also
applies to safety-relevant systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
workshops: (Y page 27).
Seats
Driver's and co-driver's seats
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If children adjust the seats, they could
become trapped, especially if they are unattended. There is a risk of injury.
leaving
When
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
You could lose control of the vehicle while
driving if you:
R
adjust the driver's seat, steering wheel or
mirrors
R
fasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust
ing wheel and mirrors and fasten your seat
belt before starting the engine.
WARNING
G
When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle
occupant
rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of
injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the seat when
adjusting it.
the vehicle, always take the key
the
driver's seat, head restraint, steer-
could
become trapped by the guide
WARNING
G
If the driver's seat is not correctly engaged, it
could unexpectedly move while driving. This
could cause
There is a risk of an accident.
Always ensure that the driver's seat is
engaged before starting the vehicle.
G
If the front seats are positioned too closely to
the dashboard or steering wheel, the front
airbags could cause additional injuries to
vehicle occupants in the front. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always adjust
as far away as possible from the front airbags.
In addition, observe the instructions on how to
adjust the seats correctly.
G
The seat belt does not offer the intended level
of protection
rest to an almost vertical position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seatbelt is routed
across the centre of your shoulder.
G
The head restraints cannot provide the intended protection unless they are fitted and
adjusted correctly.
of injury to the head and neck in the event of
an accident or sudden braking, for example.
Always drive with the head restraints fitted.
Ensure that the centre of the head restraints
support the back of each vehicle occupant's
head at eye level before driving off.
you to lose control of the vehicle.
WARNING
the front seats so that they are
WARNING
if you have not moved the back-
WARNING
There is an increased risk
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WARNING
G
Vehicles with amplifiers under the driver's
seat:
The amplifier can become hot during operation. You
could burn yourself if you touch the
amplifier. There is a risk of injury.
Do not reach underneath the driver's seat.
Adjust the driver's seat carefully.
To avoid damage to the seats and the seat
!
heating, observe the following information:
R
do not spill any liquids on the seats. If liquid
is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as
possible.
R
if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. The seat heating should also not be used to dry the seats.
R
clean the seat covers as recommended;
see the "Interior care" section.
R
do not transport heavy loads on the seats.
Do not place sharp objects on the seat
cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The
seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.
R
when the seat heating is in operation, do
not cover the seats with insulating materials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers,
child seats or booster seats.
You can adjust the seats electrically or manually, depending on the vehicle's equipment.
Your seat must be adjusted in such a way that
you can wear the seat belt correctly.
Observe the following points:
R
Position the backrest in an almost vertical
position so that you are sitting virtually
upright. Do not drive with the backrest
reclined too far back.
R
Your arms should be slightly bent when you
are holding the steering wheel.
R
Avoid seat positions that prevent the seat belt
from being correctly routed. The shoulder
section of the belt must be routed over the
middle of your shoulder and be pulled tight
against your upper body. The lap belt must
always pass across your lap as low down as
possible, i.e. over your hip joints.
R
Adjust the head restraint so that it supports
the back of the head at eye level.
R
The distance from the pedals should be such
that you can depress them fully.
Please also observe the important safety notes
on "Airbags" (Y page 45), "Seat belts"
(Y page 42) and "Child restraint systems"
(Y page 55).
Adjusting the seat manually
:
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
;
Seat cushion angle adjustment
=
Seat height adjustment
?
Seat backrest adjustment
To adjust the seat fore-and-aft position:
X
pull lever : up.
For front swivel seats, the lever in posi-
i
tion :
lever to adjust the fore-and-aft position is in
the form of a bar in front of the seat
(Y page 90).
X
Slide the seat forwards or back until you can
depress the pedals.
X
Release lever :.
X
Slide the seat forwards or back until you hear
it engage.
X
To adjust the seat height:
= repeatedly until you have reached the
desired seat height.
X
To adjust the backrest: turn handwheel ?
towards the front.
The seat backrest moves to a vertical position.
X
Turn handwheel ? towards the rear.
The seat backrest tilts towards the rear.
X
To adjust the seat angle: turn
towards the front.
The front of the seat cushion tilts down.
X
Turn handwheel ; towards the rear.
The front of the seat cushion tilts up.
used to release the swivel seat. The
is
press
or pull lever
handwheel ;
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Seats
Adjusts the seat electrically
WARNING
G
If children adjust the seats, they could
become trapped, especially if they are unattended. There is a risk of injury.
leaving
When
with you and lock the vehicle. Never leave
children unattended in the vehicle.
The seats can be adjusted when the key is
removed and the door is open.
Buttons for electric seat adjustment on the door
trim
:
Head restraint height adjustment
;
Seat backrest adjustment
=
Seat height adjustment
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
?
Seat cushion angle adjustment
A
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
X
Turn the key to position 2
or
X
Open the door.
X
Adjust the seat using the buttons on the door
trim.
If the ignition is not switched on, you can adjust
the seat within 30 seconds of unlocking the
vehicle.
If you wish to adjust the seat electrically after
30 seconds
R
Pull the key out of the ignition lock and press
the % button.
R
Adjust the seat using the buttons on the door
trim.
Vehicles with PRE-SAFE®: if PRE-SAFE
i
intervenes, the co-driver's seat is automatically adjusted from a less favourable position
into one which offers better protection. The
the vehicle, always take the key
the ignition lock.
in
:
®
co-driver's seat can only be readjusted after
the hazardous situation is over. Information
about the system can be found under "PRESAFE®" (
i
Y page 54).
You can save the settings for the seats with
the memory function (Y page 111).
Adjusting lumbar support
To support the lumbar region, you can set the
backrest contour
bar support) electrically.
Electrically adjustable lumbar support
:
To raise the backrest contour
;
To soften the backrest contour
=
To lower the backrest contour
?
To harden the backrest contour
of each front seat (4-way lum-
Turning the seats
WARNING
G
If the driver's and co-driver's seats are not
engaged facing the direction of travel while
driving, the
to provide the intended protection. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Engage the driver's and co-driver's seats so
they are facing the direction of travel before
starting the engine.
When rotating the seats, make sure that
!
there is sufficient space to do so.
Move the seat forward or back first. This will
help to avoid contact with other parts of the
interior.
restraint systems may not be able
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Swivelling front seat (example: driver's seat)
:
Unlocks the swivelling seat
;
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
The driver's seat and co-driver's seat can be
rotated by
and 180°.
50°
The seats engage when facing in the direction of
travel as well as when facing in the opposite
direction and also engage at an angle of 50° to
the door.
X
Adjust the steering wheel to provide the necessary space to rotate and adjust the front
seat (Y page 109).
X
To turn the seat: push release handle : in
the direction of the arrow.
X
Turn the seat about 50° towards the outside
or inside to the desired position.
If there is a risk of collision with the centre
console or the B-pillar, pull lever ; upwards
and move the seat forwards or back to the
desired position.
X
In the desired position, make sure that the
Then release lever ; again.
front seat has engaged.
The seat must not be able to be turned or
moved forwards or backwards.
Seats
R
fold each
table position (Y page 99)
R
fold the rear seats (Y page 99) and rear
bench seat (Y page 96) forwards
R
remove the rear seats (Y page 101) and rear
bench seat (Y page 97) by releasing the
quick-locking mechanism
R
fit the rear seats and the rear bench seat in
the face-to-face position
Bench seat/berth
R
shift the bench seat/berth forwards and
backwards (Y page 102)
R
remove the bench seat/berth by releasing
the quick-locking mechanism (Y page 103)
R
set up the berth to accommodate two people
(Y page 105)
R
fold up or remove the bed extension of the
bench seat/berth (Y page 105)
Seat anchorage
G
If a seat is not engaged, it may be thrown
about while the vehicle is moving. There is a
risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that all seats are engaged
as described.
G
If the rear bench seat is not fully engaged, it
may
ing. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that the rear bench seat is
fully engaged as described.
backrest forward individually to the
WARNING
WARNING
be
thrown about while the vehicle is mov-
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Rear seats and rear bench seat
General notes
Your vehicle may be fitted with rear seats and/
rear bench seat or with a bench seat/berth.
or a
For a variable configuration of the vehicle interior in the rear, you can:
Rear seats and rear bench seat
R
adjust the seat backrests (Y page 95)
R
move the rear seats (Y page 99) and rear
bench seat (Y page 95) forwards or backwards
Example: seat rail system with quick-locking mechanism
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Guide rails : of the seat rail system allow you
to:
R
fit up to two rows of rear seats
R
fit both rows of rear seats facing each other
R
fit rear seats and rear bench seats
R
slide rear seats and rear bench seats
The only way to ensure that the rear seats and
rear bench seats will engage securely is to
always keep
the seat anchorages clean and free
of foreign objects.
Seating variants
WARNING
G
If the rear bench seats are not installed as
described, the safety precautions integrated
into the rear bench seats cannot protect as
intended. There
Only install the rear bench seats as described.
Only use rear bench seats approved for the
vehicle.
Depending on the type of seat anchorage in the
vehicle floor, you can install the following seating variants:
R
Rear bench seats with two or three seats
R
Single rear seats
R
Seat/bunk combination with three seats
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you can
install the rear bench seats and the rear seats in
the first and/or in the second row of seats.
The seating variants shown are only permitted if
the conditions named below for safe rear seating are met. Other seating variants are not permitted and can endanger the occupants.
When using only the single seats, the rear seats
can be installed facing forwards in all combinations and configurations.
is an increased risk of injury.
Seating variants for the rear bench seats facing
forwards
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Seating variants for the rear seats and rear bench
seats facing forwards, part 1
Seating variants for the rear seats and rear bench
seats facing forwards, part 2
Seating variants in the face-to-face position, part 1
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Seating variants in the face-to-face position, part 2
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
EE
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
S/L
Seat/bunk combination
BV
Bed extension
Please observe the following conditions for safe
rear seating:
R
Only use rear seats and rear bench seats
approved for the vehicle.
R
A rear seat or rear bench seat may only be
fitted facing the rear if each seat has a seat
opposite it – face-to-face position.
R
Vehicles with a seat rail system in the
vehicle floor:
-
The seat/bunk combination may not be
installed in combination with bench seats.
-
Passengers may only use the seats if the
rear seat and/or rear bench seat has
engaged correctly within the tolerance
range to
position (Y page 97).
the front or to the rear of the basic
Rear bench seat
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
WARNING
G
If the rear bench seat is not fully engaged, it
be
thrown about while the vehicle is mov-
may
ing. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that the rear bench seat is
fully engaged as described.
WARNING
G
When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle
could
occupant
rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of
injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the seat when
adjusting it.
WARNING
G
The rear bench seat will not engage when folded forward. The rear bench seat may inadvertently fold backward while accelerating,
braking,
event of an accident, for example. People
within the sweep of the rear bench seat may
become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
Before driving off, always fold back the rear
bench seat if it is folded forward. Make sure
that the rear bench seat is fully engaged.
The only way to ensure that the rear bench seat
will engage securely is to always keep the seat
anchorages clean and free of foreign objects.
The rear seat anchorage is only engaged when
the red indicator tab is no longer visible and is
fully retracted into the seat anchorage.
become trapped by the guide
changing
direction suddenly or in the
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Rear bench seat with EASY-ENTRY
:
Handle
;
EASY-ENTRY release handle
=
Indicator tab for seat anchorage locking
mechanism
?
Release handle for front seat anchorages
If you fold the EASY-ENTRY section of the rear
bench seat forwards, it is simpler and easier to
get into or out of the second row of seats.
To fold the EASY-ENTRY section forwards:
X
pull
EASY-ENTRY
X
Fold the easy-entry section forwards with the
release handle ; upwards.
aid of release handle ;.
X
To fold the EASY-ENTRY section back: fold
EASY-ENTRY section back until it engages
the
in the seat anchorages.
Indicator tab = is no longer visible.
The easy-entry section has engaged correctly
if:
R
the seat anchorage engages audibly
R
indicator tab = is no longer visible and is
locked in place in the seat anchorage
X
To remove the easy-entry section:
backrest forwards (
X
Pull EASY-ENTRY release handle ; upwards.
X
Fold the EASY-ENTRY section forwards.
X
Pull the release handle for front seat ancho-
Y page 95).
fold the
rages ? upwards.
X
Fold the EASY-ENTRY section further forwards.
X
Lift the EASY-ENTRY section up and out of the
anchorage.
X
To fit the EASY-ENTRY section: place front
seat anchorage
of the EASY-ENTRY section on
the seat anchorages and allow to engage.
Seats
X
Fold the EASY-ENTRY section back.
The rear seat anchorage of the EASY-ENTRY
section engages audibly. Indicator tab = on
the seat anchorage is no longer visible.
The easy-entry
if:
R
the seat anchorage engages audibly
R
indicator tab = is no longer visible and is
fully retracted into the seat anchorage
X
Fold the seat backrest backwards to the
upright position.
If the easy-entry section has not engaged correctly:
X
Fold the EASY-ENTRY section forwards.
X
Fold the easy-entry section backwards again
and check the locking mechanism.
Adjusting the seat backrest
X
Pull backrest release handle :
there.
X
Move the seat backrest to the desired position.
X
Let go of backrest release handle : and
move the backrest slightly.
The seat backrest engages.
Sliding the rear bench seat
WARNING
G
When adjusting a rear bench seat, you or
another vehicle
ped by the guide rail of the rear bench seat, for
example. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the rear bench seat
when adjusting it.
section has engaged correctly
up
and hold it
occupant could become trap-
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WARNING
G
If you move a rear bench seat while driving,
the seat may move in an unexpected or jerking manner, for instance when braking. You
could become trapped or could be thrown
against parts
other vehicle occupants. There is a risk of
injury.
Only move the rear bench seat when the vehicle is stationary. Make sure that the rear
bench seat engages fully after it is moved.
WARNING
G
If you move a rear seat or the rear bench seat
back or forward outside of the tolerance
range by more than 5 cm from the marked
standard position, the seatbelts cannot per-
their intended protective function. In this
form
case, passengers may not use the seat in
question. There is an increased risk of injury,
possibly even fatal.
If a passenger is using this seat, make sure
that the rear seat or the rear bench seat is
engaged within the marked tolerance range.
of the vehicle interior or against
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
=
Grab handles
?
EASY-ENTRY release levers/rear seat
anchorages
A
Release handle for seat fore-and-aft adjustment
You can only slide the rear bench seat when it is
unoccupied. If possible, slide the rear bench
seat with a second person.
X
To slide the rear bench seat:
handle for seat fore-and-aft adjustment A.
X
Move the rear bench seat to the desired position by grab handles =.
X
Let go of release handle A.
Release handle A folds down to its original
position.
X
Make sure that all carriages for fore-and-aft
adjustment engage audibly on both sides.
It should not be possible to move the rear
bench seat.
pull
up release
:
Mark on the front seat anchorage of the rear
bench seat
2
Basic position
Starting from basic position 2, the rear bench
seat for passengers can be moved forwards or
backwards by
passengers have sufficient legroom to reduce
the risk of injury during braking.
If you slide the rear seat bench forwards or
backwards by more than 5 cm you can increase
the size of the load compartment. In this case,
passengers may not use the rear bench seat.
5 cm. In doing so, make sure that
Folding the rear bench seat down/up
WARNING
G
If the rear bench seat is not fully engaged, it
thrown about while the vehicle is mov-
may be
ing. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that the rear bench seat is
fully engaged as described.
WARNING
G
The rear bench seat will not engage when folded forward. The rear bench seat may inadvertently fold backward while accelerating,
braking, changing
event of an accident, for example. People
within the sweep of the rear bench seat may
become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
direction suddenly or in the
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Before driving off, always fold back the rear
bench seat if it is folded forward. Make sure
that the rear bench seat is fully engaged.
:
Backrest release handles
;
Release handles for rear seat anchorage
=
Grab handles
You can fold the rear bench seat fully forwards.
To fold down the seat backrest (table
X
position):
pull
backrest release handle : up
and fold forward.
The head restraints cannot be removed.
i
X
Pull release handles for rear seat anchorage ; up and tilt the rear bench seat.
X
Grasp rear bench seat grab handles = and
fold the seat forwards.
Removing/fitting the rear bench seat
WARNING
G
If the rear bench seat is not fully engaged, it
may be thrown about while the vehicle is moving. There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that the rear bench seat is
fully engaged as described.
The only way to ensure that the rear bench seat
will engage securely is to always keep the
anchorages clean and free of foreign objects.
Seats
:
Backrest release handles
;
Release handles for rear seat anchorage
=
Grab handles
?
Release handle for front seat anchorages
A
Floor anchorages
Only
i
sequent replacement of the rear bench seats
at the basic position marked (Y page 99).
X
To remove: make sure that all carriages for
fore-and-aft adjustment
sides.
It should not be possible to move the rear
bench seat.
X
Fold the rear bench seat forwards
(Y page 96).
X
Pull release handle ?
X
Hold the rear bench seat by grab handles =
and lift it out of floor anchorages A.
X
To fit: hold the rear bench seat by grab handles = and guide it into front floor anchorages A at an angle from above.
out the release, removal and sub-
carry
are engaged on both
upwards.
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X
Tilt the rear bench seat back and allow it to
engage.
Release handles ; fold down towards the
vehicle floor.
X
Fold the rear bench seat back into the upright
position.
The rear seat anchorages of the rear bench seat
have engaged correctly if:
R
the seat anchorages engage audibly
R
the indicator tab is no longer visible and is
fully retracted into the seat anchorages
If the rear seat anchorages of the rear bench
seat have not engaged correctly:
X
Release the rear seat anchorages again with
release handles ;.
X
Pull the rear bench seat back by grab handles
= with force so that the seat anchorages
engage correctly.
seat
The
backrest can then be positioned ver-
tically.
X
Slide rear bench seat into the standard posi-
page 95).
tion (Y
Rear seat
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
WARNING
G
If a seat is not engaged, it may be thrown
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
about while the vehicle is moving. There is a
risk of an accident and injury.
Always make sure that all seats are engaged
as described.
WARNING
G
When adjusting a seat, you or another vehicle
could
occupant
become trapped by the guide
rail of the seat, for instance. There is a risk of
injury.
Make sure that no one has any part of their
body within the sweep of the seat when
adjusting it.
WARNING
G
The seat will not engage when folded forward.
The seat may inadvertently fold backward
while accelerating, braking, changing direction suddenly or in the event of an accident,
for example. People within the sweep of the
seat may become trapped. There is a risk of
injury.
Before driving
off, always fold back the seat if
it is folded forward. Make sure that the seat is
fully engaged.
The only way to ensure that the rear seat will
engage securely is to always keep the anchorages clean and free of foreign objects.
The rear seat anchorage is only engaged when
the red indicator tab is no longer visible and is
fully retracted into the seat anchorage.
Rear seat
:
Handle
;
EASY-ENTRY release handles
=
Indicator tab for seat anchorage locking
mechanism
If you fold the rear seat forwards, it is easier and
simpler to get into or out of the second row of
seats.
X
To fold the rear seat forwards: pull one of
the two EASY-ENTRY release handles ;
upwards.
X
Fold the rear seat forwards using release handle ;.
X
To fold the rear seat back:
fold
the rear seat
back until it engages into the anchorage.
The rear seat has engaged correctly if:
R
the seat anchorage engages audibly
R
indicator tab = is no longer visible and is
locked in place in the seat anchorage
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