Mercedes-Benz C-Class Uk 2013 Owner's Manual
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Coupé and Shooting Brake
Owner's Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 22
At a glance ........................................... 29
Safety ................................................... 41
Opening and closing ........................... 79
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 101
Lights and windscreen wipers ......... 119
Climate control ................................. 135
Driving and parking .......................... 155
On-board computer and displays .... 241
Stowing and features ....................... 305
Maintenance and care ...................... 335
Breakdown assistance ..................... 351
Wheels and tyres .............................. 371
Technical data ................................... 401
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12 V socket
see Socket
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 207
4MATIC off-road system ................... 207
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 266
Function/notes ................................ 67
Important safety notes .................... 67
Warning lamp ................................. 295
Activating/deactivating air-recir-
culation mode .................................... 146
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 141
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 254
Display message ............................ 281
Function/notes ............................. 228
Towing a trailer .............................. 230
Active Driving Assistance package . 228
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 254
Display message ............................ 280
Function/notes ............................. 231
Towing a trailer .............................. 233
Active light function ......................... 125
Active multicontour seat
Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 107
Active Park Assist
Display message ............................ 281
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 212
Function/notes ............................. 211
Important safety notes .................. 211
Parking .......................................... 213
Towing a trailer .............................. 214
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 72
Adaptive brake lamps ......................... 69
Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 204
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 274
Function/notes ............................. 126
®
AdBlue
Display message ............................ 277
Filling capacity ............................... 410
Important safety notes .................. 409
Service indicator ............................ 341
AdBlue® service indicator ................ 341
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 411
Airbag
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 57
Airbags
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Kneebag ........................................... 46
Pelvis airbag .................................... 48
Sidebag ............................................ 47
Triggering ......................................... 43
Windowbag ...................................... 48
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (white display message) .... 277
AIR FLOW ........................................... 142
AIRMATIC
Display message ............................ 278
Function/notes ............................. 203
Air vents
Glove compartment ....................... 153
Important safety notes .................. 152
Rear ............................................... 153
Setting ........................................... 152
Setting the centre air vents ........... 153
Setting the side air vents ............... 153
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 257
Setting the colour (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 257
AMG RIDE CONTROL sports sus-
pension ............................................... 205
Anti-glare film .................................... 333
Aquaplaning ....................................... 185
Ashtray ............................................... 322
Index
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Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 253
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 252
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 340
Hiding a service message .............. 340
Notes ............................................. 340
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 340
Service message ............................ 340
Special service requirements ......... 341
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 75
Function ........................................... 75
Interior motion sensor ..................... 76
Switching off the alarm .................... 75
Tow-away protection ........................ 75
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 254
Display message ............................ 278
Function/notes ............................. 219
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 274
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 162
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 161
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 121
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 168
Automatic drive program ............... 170
Changing gear ............................... 168
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 166
Display message ............................ 287
Drive program display .................... 166
Driving tips .................................... 168
Emergency running mode .............. 175
Engaging drive position .................. 167
Engaging neutral ............................ 167
Engaging reverse gear ................... 167
Engaging the park position ............ 167
Kickdown ....................................... 168
Manual drive program .................... 171
Manual drive program (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 173
Manual drive program (vehicles
with Sports package AMG) ............ 173
Overview ........................................ 165
Problem (fault) ............................... 175
Program selector button ................ 169
Pulling away ................................... 160
Selector lever ................................ 166
Shift ranges ................................... 172
Starting the engine ........................ 159
Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 170
Trailer towing ................................. 168
Transmission position display ........ 166
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 166
Transmission positions .................. 168
Automatic transmission emer-
gency running mode ......................... 175
Auxiliary heating
Activating/deactivating ................. 148
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 148
Display message ............................ 289
Important safety notes .................. 147
Problem (display message) ............ 152
Remote control .............................. 149
Setting ........................................... 259
Setting the departure time ............. 150
Auxiliary ventilation
Activating/deactivating ................. 148
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 148
Problem (display message) ............ 152
Remote control .............................. 149
Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 417
B
Bag hook ............................................ 312
Ball coupling
Folding in ....................................... 237
Folding out ..................................... 236
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 67
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 68
Index
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Battery (key)
Checking .......................................... 83
Important safety notes .................... 83
Replacing ......................................... 83
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 361
Display message ............................ 276
Important safety notes .................. 359
Jump starting ................................. 363
Belt force limiter
Activation ......................................... 54
Function ........................................... 54
Belt tensioner
Activation ......................................... 43
Function ........................................... 54
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 254
Display message ............................ 281
Notes/function .............................. 224
Trailer towing ................................. 226
see Active Blind Spot Assist
BlueTEC (AdBlue®) ............................. 409
Bluetooth® SAP V3 telephone module
see Separate operating instructions
Bonnet
Closing ........................................... 337
Display message ............................ 288
Important safety notes .................. 336
Opening ......................................... 336
Boot
Emergency release .......................... 93
Boot lid
Display message ............................ 288
Opening dimensions ...................... 413
Boot load (maximum) ........................ 413
Bottle holders .................................... 320
Box (boot) ........................................... 315
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 268
Notes ............................................. 411
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 69
Display message ............................ 272
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 67
BAS .................................................. 67
BAS PLUS ........................................ 68
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 411
Display message ............................ 266
Driving tips .................................... 183
High-performance brake system .... 184
Important safety notes .................. 183
Parking brake ................................ 181
Warning lamp ................................. 294
Breakdown
see Flat tyre
see Towing away
Bulbs
see Changing bulbs
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Calling up a fault
see Display messages
Care
Automatic car wash ....................... 342
Carpets .......................................... 348
Display ........................................... 346
Exhaust pipe .................................. 346
Exterior lighting ............................. 345
Gear or selector lever .................... 347
High-pressure cleaner .................... 343
Interior ........................................... 346
Matt paintwork .............................. 344
Night View Assist Plus ................... 347
Notes ............................................. 341
Paint .............................................. 343
Plastic trim .................................... 347
Reversing camera .......................... 346
Roof lining ...................................... 348
Seat belt ........................................ 348
Seat cover ..................................... 348
Sensors ......................................... 345
Steering wheel ............................... 347
Trim pieces .................................... 347
Washing by hand ........................... 343
Wheels ........................................... 344
Windows ........................................ 344
Wiper blades .................................. 345
Wooden load compartment floor ... 349
Wooden trim .................................. 347
Car wash (care) ................................. 342
CD player/CD changer(on-board
computer) .......................................... 250
Index
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Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 258
Locking/unlocking (key) .................. 81
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 37
Lower section (AMG vehicles) .......... 38
Upper section .................................. 36
Changing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 129
Overview of bulb types .................. 130
Reversing lamps ............................ 130
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 65
Rear doors ....................................... 66
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 55
Restraint systems ............................ 55
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 57
ISOFIX .............................................. 58
On the front-passenger seat ............ 56
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 65
Recommendations ........................... 62
Suitable positions ............................ 61
Top Tether ....................................... 59
Cigarette lighter ................................ 323
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 345
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 346
Climate control
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 147
Controlling automatically ............... 142
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 146
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 141
Demisting the windows .................. 145
Demisting the windscreen ............. 144
Important safety notes .................. 136
Indicator lamp ................................ 142
Information about using
THERMATIC automatic climate
control ........................................... 137
Information on using
THERMOTRONIC automatic cli-
mate control .................................. 140
Overview of systems ...................... 136
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 142
Problem with the rear window
heating .......................................... 146
Rear control panel ......................... 139
Setting the air distribution ............. 143
Setting the airflow ......................... 144
Setting the air vents ...................... 152
Setting the climate mode (AIR
FLOW) ............................................ 142
Setting the temperature ................ 143
Setting the temperature,
THERMATIC ................................... 143
Setting the temperature,
THERMOTRONIC ............................ 143
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 146
Switching on/off ........................... 140
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 147
Switching the rear window heat-
ing on/off ...................................... 145
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 144
THERMATIC automatic climate
control (2-zone) ............................. 137
THERMOTRONIC (3-zone) auto-
matic climate control ..................... 139
Coat hooks ......................................... 312
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 30
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible emergency spare
wheel
see Emergency spare wheel
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 346
COMAND Online
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 123
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 246
Convenience box ............................... 315
Convenience closing feature .............. 95
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 146
Convenience opening feature ............ 95
Index
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Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 339
Display message ............................ 275
Important safety notes .................. 411
Temperature (on-board computer) . 261
Temperature gauge ........................ 244
Warning lamp ................................. 301
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 27
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 271
Function/notes ............................. 125
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 129
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 187
Cruise control lever ....................... 187
Deactivating ................................... 189
Display message ............................ 284
Driving system ............................... 186
Important safety notes .................. 186
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 187
Selecting ........................................ 187
Setting a speed .............................. 188
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 187
Cup holder
Centre console .............................. 319
Important safety notes .................. 319
Rear centre console ....................... 320
Rear compartment ......................... 320
D
Data
see Technical data
Daytime driving lights
Display message ............................ 273
Function/notes ............................. 121
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 256
Declarations of conformity ................. 24
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 257
Interior lighting .............................. 258
Diagnostics connection ...................... 25
Diesel .................................................. 408
Digital speedometer ......................... 247
Dipped-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 271
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 120
Setting for driving on the right/
left ................................................. 256
Switching on/off ........................... 121
DIRECT SELECT lever
see Automatic transmission
Display message
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 340
General information ....................... 265
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 265
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 290
Display messages
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 265
Driving systems ............................. 278
Engine ............................................ 275
Key ................................................ 290
Lights ............................................. 271
Safety systems .............................. 266
Tyres .............................................. 285
Vehicle ........................................... 287
Distance warning signal (warning
lamp) .................................................. 303
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 194
Activation conditions ..................... 194
Deactivating ................................... 199
Display message ............................ 282
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 198
Function/notes ............................. 192
Important safety notes .................. 192
Selecting ........................................ 194
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 197
Warning lamp ................................. 303
Door
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 258
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 88
Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 81
Control panel ................................... 40
Display message ............................ 288
Emergency locking ........................... 88
Index
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Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
Important safety notes .................... 86
Opening (from the inside) ................ 87
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 170
Display ........................................... 166
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 166
Manual ........................................... 171
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 173
Manual (vehicles with Sports
package AMG) ............................... 173
Drive program selector ..................... 170
Driver's door
see Door
Drive system
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 228
Driving abroad
Service24h .................................... 341
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 120
Driving on flooded roads .................. 185
Driving safety system
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ............................................... 68
Electronic Brake-force Distribu-
tion .................................................. 72
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 69
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 70
Important safety guidelines ............. 67
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 67
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 72
Adaptive brake lamps ...................... 69
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 67
Overview .......................................... 66
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 73
Driving system
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 231
Active Parking Assist ..................... 211
Driving systems
Active Driving Assistance pack-
age ................................................. 228
AIRMATIC ...................................... 203
AMG RIDE CONTROL sports sus-
pension .......................................... 205
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 219
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 224
Cruise control ................................ 186
Display message ............................ 278
Distronic Plus ................................ 192
HOLD function ............................... 201
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 226
Lane package ................................ 224
Night View Assist Plus ................... 221
PARKTRONIC ................................. 207
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 202
Reversing camera .......................... 214
Speed Limit Assist ......................... 220
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 189
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 184
Aquaplaning ................................... 185
Automatic transmission ................. 168
Brakes ........................................... 183
Downhill gradient ........................... 183
Driving abroad ............................... 120
Driving in winter ............................. 185
Driving on flooded roads ................ 185
Driving on wet roads ...................... 185
General .......................................... 182
Icy road surfaces ........................... 185
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 184
New brake pads/linings ................ 184
Running-in tips ............................... 156
Snow chains .................................. 375
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 120
Towing a trailer .............................. 235
Wet road surface ........................... 184
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 250
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 250
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EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 260
Function/notes ............................. 113
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 114
Function/notes ............................. 113
Switching on/off ........................... 260
EASY-PACK convenience box ........... 315
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Index
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 316
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail ..................................... 316
EASY-PACK luggage compartment
management system ........................ 316
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 268
Function/notes ................................ 72
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 182
On-board computer ....................... 247
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 161
Deactivating/activating ................. 162
General information ....................... 161
Important safety notes .................. 160
Introduction ................................... 160
Electromagnetic compatibility
Declaration of conformity ................ 25
Emergency key
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 88
Emergency key element
Function/notes ................................ 82
Locking vehicle ................................ 88
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 88
Fuel filler flap ................................. 177
Emergency spare wheel
Important safety notes .................. 396
Inflating the collapsible spare
wheel ............................................. 398
Points to remember ....................... 396
Removing ....................................... 397
Storage location ............................ 397
Stowing .......................................... 398
Technical data ............................... 400
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 93
Vehicle ............................................. 88
Engine
Display message ............................ 275
ECO start/stop function ................ 160
Engine number ............................... 405
Jump-starting ................................. 363
Running irregularly ......................... 164
Starting problems .......................... 164
Starting the engine with the key .... 159
Starting with KEYLESS GO ............. 159
Stopping ........................................ 181
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 368
Warning lamp (engine diagnos-
tics) ............................................... 300
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 402
Problem (fault) ............................... 164
Engine oil
Additives ........................................ 411
Checking the oil level ..................... 337
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 338
Display message ............................ 276
Filling capacity ............................... 410
Notes about oil grades ................... 410
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 337
Temperature (on-board computer) . 261
Topping up ..................................... 338
Viscosity ........................................ 411
Environmental protection
Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 22
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 262
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 70
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 253
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ...................... 70
Display message ............................ 266
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 70
Function/notes ................................ 69
Important safety guidelines ............. 69
Trailer stabilisation .......................... 72
Warning lamp ................................. 297
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 70
Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 346
Exterior lighting
Settings options ............................. 120
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 114
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 116
Index
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Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 115
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 115
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 261
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 115
Parking position ............................. 116
Resetting ....................................... 115
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 117
F
Fault message
see Display messages
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Fire extinguisher ............................... 353
First-aid kit ......................................... 352
Fitting a wheel
Removing a wheel .......................... 384
Fitting wheels
Fitting a wheel ............................... 385
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 385
Raising the vehicle ......................... 383
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 382
Flat tyre
MOExtended tyres ......................... 355
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 354
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 356
Floormat ............................................. 332
Foglamps (extended range) .............. 126
Frequencies
Garage door opener ....................... 329
Mobile phone ................................. 402
Two-way radio ................................ 402
Front foglamps
Display message ............................ 273
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 407
Consumption information .............. 408
Consumption statistics .................. 246
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 247
Displaying the range ...................... 247
Fuel gauge ............................... 32, 243
Grade (petrol) ................................ 406
Important safety notes .................. 405
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 407
Problem (malfunction) ................... 179
Quality (diesel) ............................... 408
Refuelling ....................................... 175
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 406
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 177
Opening/closing ............................ 176
Fuel filter (white display message) . 277
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 247
Gauge ...................................... 32, 243
Fuel reserve
see Fuel
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 406
Problem (malfunction) ................... 179
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 353
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 368
Before changing ............................. 368
Fuse box in the boot ...................... 369
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 369
Fuse box in the luggage compart-
ment .............................................. 370
Important safety notes .................. 368
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 329
Frequencies ................................... 329
Important safety notes .................. 327
Opening/closing the garage door .. 329
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 327
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 261
Gearshift program
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 262
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ........... 23
Glove compartment .......................... 307
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Index
H
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 124
Headbag
Display message ............................ 271
Headlamp
Cleaning system (function) ............ 125
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 412
Headlamps
Misting up ...................................... 127
Topping up the cleaning system .... 339
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 104
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 105
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 105
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 106
Fitting/removing (rear) .................. 106
Luxury ............................................ 105
Heating
see Climate control
High-pressure cleaners .................... 343
Hill start assist .................................. 160
HOLD function
Display message ............................ 279
Function/notes ............................. 201
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Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobiliser .......................................... 74
In-car hotspot
see Separate operating instructions
Indicator and warning lamps
Coolant .......................................... 301
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 303
Engine diagnostics ......................... 300
SPORT handling mode ................... 298
Indicator lamps
Display message ............................ 272
see Warning and indicator lamps
Insect protection on the radiator .... 337
Instrument cluster
Overview .................................. 32, 243
Settings ......................................... 255
Warning and indicator
lamps ....................................... 34, 292
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 255
Intelligent Light System
Activating/deactivating ................. 256
Display message ............................ 273
Overview ........................................ 125
Setting the dipped-beam headlamps for driving on the right/left . 256
Interior lighting ................................. 128
Automatic control system .............. 128
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 258
Emergency lighting ........................ 129
Manual control ............................... 129
Overview ........................................ 128
Reading lamp ................................. 128
Setting brightness for display/
switches (on-board computer) ....... 255
Setting the ambient lighting
brightness (on-board computer) .... 257
Setting the ambient lighting col-
our (on-board computer) ................ 257
Interior motion sensor ........................ 76
ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 58
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 353
Using ............................................. 383
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 363
K
Key
Changing the battery ....................... 83
Checking the battery ....................... 83
Convenience closing feature ............ 96
Convenience opening feature .......... 95
Display message ............................ 290
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 81
Emergency key element ................... 82
Important safety notes .................... 80
Loss ................................................. 85
Modifying the programming ............. 82
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 157
Index
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Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85
Starting the engine ........................ 159
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing ........................ 96
Display message ............................ 290
Locking ............................................ 81
Start/Stop button .......................... 157
Starting the engine ........................ 159
Unlocking ......................................... 81
Key positions
Key ................................................ 157
KEYLESS GO .................................. 157
Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 168
Manual drive program .................... 174
Kneebag ............................................... 46
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 254
Display message ............................ 280
Function/information .................... 226
Lane package ..................................... 224
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 262
Lashing eyelets ................................. 311
Licence plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 273
Lights
Activating/deactivating the Intel-
ligent Light System ........................ 256
Activating/deactivating the inte-
rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 258
Active light function ....................... 125
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 121
Cornering light function ................. 125
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 121
Driving abroad ............................... 120
Foglamps (extended range) ........... 126
Hazard warning lamps ................... 124
Headlamp flasher ........................... 124
Light switch ................................... 120
Main-beam headlamps ................... 124
Motorway mode ............................. 126
Parking lamps ................................ 123
Rear foglamp ................................. 122
Setting brightness for display/
switches (on-board computer) ....... 255
Setting the ambient lighting
brightness (on-board computer) .... 257
Setting the ambient lighting col-
our (on-board computer) ................ 257
Side lamps ..................................... 122
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (on-board computer) . 256
Switching the exterior lighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 257
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 257
Turn signals ................................... 123
see Changing bulbs
see Interior lighting
Light sensor (display message) ....... 274
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 187
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 193
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 190
Limiting the speed
see SPEEDTRONIC
Loading guidelines ............................ 306
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 88
Emergency locking ........................... 88
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 87
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 258
Luggage compartment cover ........... 313
Luggage compartment enlarge-
ment ................................................... 310
Luggage compartment floor
opening/closing ............................ 318
stowage well, under ....................... 318
Luggage cover
Removing and fitting ...................... 313
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 316
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Index
Lumbar support
Adjusting ....................................... 108
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 108
Luxury head restraint ....................... 105
M
M+S tyres ........................................... 374
Main-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 272
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 127
Switching on/off ........................... 124
Massage function (PULSE) ............... 108
Matt finish (cleaning instructions) .. 344
Memory card (audio) ......................... 250
Memory function ............................... 117
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 265
Messages
see Display messages
Mirror
see Vanity mirror (in sun visor)
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Frequencies ................................... 402
Installation ..................................... 402
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 251
Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 325
Transmission output (maximum) .... 402
Modifying the programming (key) ..... 82
MOExtended tyres ............................. 355
Motorway mode ................................ 126
MP3
Operating ....................................... 250
see Separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat
Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 107
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 245
Permanent display ......................... 255
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 244
Overview .......................................... 35
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 248
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 49
Resetting after being triggered ........ 49
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Operation ......................................... 49
Resetting after being triggered ........ 49
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating ................. 222
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Function/notes ............................. 221
Problem (fault) ............................... 224
Notes on running in a new vehicle .. 156
O
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Important safety notes .................... 42
Odometer ........................................... 246
see Total distance recorder
see Trip meter
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 261
Assistance menu ........................... 252
Audio menu ................................... 249
Convenience submenu .................. 260
Displaying a service message ........ 340
Display messages .......................... 265
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 198
Factory setting submenu ............... 261
Heating submenu ........................... 259
Important safety notes .................. 242
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 255
Light submenu ............................... 255
Menu overview .............................. 246
Message memory .......................... 265
Navigation menu ............................ 248
Operating the TV ............................ 250
Index
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Operating video DVD ..................... 250
Operation ....................................... 244
RACETIMER ................................... 262
Service menu ................................. 254
Settings menu ............................... 255
Standard display ............................ 246
Telephone menu ............................ 251
Trip menu ...................................... 246
Vehicle submenu ........................... 258
Operating instructions
Vehicle equipment ........................... 23
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Important safety note ...................... 24
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ........... 244
Overhead control panel ...................... 39
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 66
P
Paint code .......................................... 404
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 343
Panic alarm .......................................... 42
Parking ............................................... 180
Important safety notes .................. 180
Parking brake ................................ 181
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 116
Reversing camera .......................... 214
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 211
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 268
Notes/function .............................. 181
Warning lamp ................................. 300
Parking lamps
Display message ............................ 273
Switching on/off ........................... 123
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 210
Driving system ............................... 207
Function/notes ............................. 207
Important safety notes .................. 207
Problem (fault) ............................... 211
Sensor range ................................. 208
Trailer towing ................................. 210
Warning display ............................. 209
PASS AIRBAG OFF
see PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 57
Petrol .................................................. 406
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 347
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (preventive occupant
safety system)
Display message ............................ 269
Operation ......................................... 50
PRE-SAFE® Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 253
Display message ............................ 269
Function/notes ................................ 73
Warning lamp ................................. 303
Product information ............................ 22
Program selector button .................. 169
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 22
Pulling away (automatic transmis-
sion) .................................................... 160
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 25
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 202
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 262
Radar sensor system
Activating/deactivating ................. 259
Display message ............................ 279
Radiator cover ................................... 337
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 249
see separate operating instructions
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ................ 24
Rain closing feature (sliding sun-
roof) ...................................................... 99
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Index
Reading lamp ..................................... 128
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 153
Rear-compartment seat belt sta-
tus indicator ........................................ 54
Rear foglamp
Display message ............................ 273
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Rear seat
Display message ............................ 289
Rear seat (folding the backrest for-
wards/back) ...................................... 309
Rear Seat Entertainment System
see Separate operating instructions
Rear-view mirror
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 116
Dipping (manual) ........................... 114
Rear window blind ............................ 321
Rear window heating
Problem (fault) ............................... 146
Switching on/off ........................... 145
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 133
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Refuelling
Fuel gauge ............................... 32, 243
Important safety notes .................. 175
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 407
Refuelling process ......................... 176
see Fuel
Remote control
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 149
Changing the batteries (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 150
Garage door opener ....................... 327
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 327
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 150
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 277
Warning lamp ................................. 301
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 147
Rev counter ........................................ 244
Reverse gear (selector lever) ........... 166
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 346
Function/notes ............................. 214
Switching on/off ........................... 215
Reversing feature
Side windows ................................... 94
Sliding sunroof ................................. 98
Reversing function
Boot lid/tailgate .............................. 90
Reversing lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 130
Reversing lamp (display message) .. 273
Roller sunblind
Rear window .................................. 321
Roof carrier ........................................ 318
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 348
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 413
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 55
Child restraint systems .................... 55
Safety net
Attaching ....................................... 314
Important safety information ......... 314
Seat
Adjusting the active multicontour
seat ............................................... 107
Adjusting the multicontour seat ..... 107
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 310
Massage function .......................... 108
Seat backrest display message ..... 289
Seat belt
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 52
Adjusting the height ......................... 52
Belt force limiter .............................. 54
Belt tensioner .................................. 54
Centre rear-compartment seat ........ 53
Cleaning ......................................... 348
Display message ............................ 269
Fastening ......................................... 52
Important safety guidelines ............. 51
Rear seat belt status indicator ......... 54
Releasing ......................................... 53
Index
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Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 260
Warning lamp ................................. 293
Warning lamp (function) ................... 53
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 104
Adjusting lumbar support .............. 108
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 108
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 104
Cleaning the cover ......................... 348
Correct driver's seat position ........ 102
Important safety notes .................. 103
Overview ........................................ 103
Seat heating problem .................... 110
Seat ventilation problem ................ 111
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 117
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 108
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 110
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 345
Service menu (on-board computer) . 254
Service products
AdBlue® special additives .............. 409
Brake fluid ..................................... 411
Coolant (engine) ............................ 411
Engine oil ....................................... 410
Fuel ................................................ 405
Important safety notes .................. 405
Washer fluid ................................... 412
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 261
On-board computer ....................... 255
Setting the air distribution ............... 143
Setting the airflow ............................ 144
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 262
Sidebag ................................................ 47
Side lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Side windows
Convenience closing ........................ 95
Convenience opening ...................... 95
Important safety notes .................... 94
Opening/closing .............................. 94
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 97
resetting .......................................... 96
Sliding sunroof
Important safety information ........... 97
Opening/closing .............................. 98
Problem (malfunction) ................... 100
Rain closing feature ......................... 99
Resetting ......................................... 99
Snow chains ...................................... 375
Socket
Centre console .............................. 324
Luggage compartment ................... 325
Rear compartment ......................... 325
Under the armrest ......................... 324
Sockets
General notes ................................ 324
Spare wheel
Storing ........................................... 398
Specialist workshop ............................ 25
Spectacles compartment ................. 307
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speed Limit Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 253
Displaying ...................................... 252
Display message ............................ 279
Display message in the multifunc-
tion display .................................... 221
Important safety notes .................. 220
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 247
In the Instrument cluster ......... 32, 243
Segments ...................................... 244
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 255
see Instrument cluster
SPEEDTRONIC
Deactivating variable ..................... 191
Display message ............................ 283
Function/notes ............................. 189
Important safety notes .................. 189
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 190
Permanent ..................................... 192
Selecting ........................................ 190
Storing the current speed .............. 190
Variable ......................................... 190
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Index
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 70
Warning lamp ................................. 298
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Display message ............................ 270
Introduction ..................................... 43
Warning lamp ................................. 300
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 158
Steering (display message) .............. 290
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 112
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 111
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 244
Cleaning ......................................... 347
Gearshift paddles ........................... 170
Important safety notes .................. 111
Steering wheel heating .................. 112
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 117
Steering wheel gearshift paddles .... 170
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 113
Switching on/off ........................... 112
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 262
Stowage areas ................................... 306
Stowage compartment
Spectacles compartment ............... 307
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 308
Centre console .............................. 307
Centre console (rear compart-
ment) ............................................. 309
Cup holder ..................................... 319
Glove compartment ....................... 307
Important safety information ......... 306
Rear ............................................... 309
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 308
Stowage net ....................................... 309
Stowage space
Stowage net ................................... 309
Stowage well beneath the boot
floor .................................................... 317
Summer tyres .................................... 374
Sun visor ............................................ 321
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 257
Suspension tuning
AIRMATIC ...................................... 204
AMG RIDE CONTROL sports sus-
pension .......................................... 205
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 262
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 75
T
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 288
Emergency unlocking ....................... 93
Important safety notes .................... 89
Limiting the opening angle ............... 93
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 92
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 91
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 90
Opening dimensions ...................... 413
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 272
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 405
Emergency spare wheel ................. 400
Information .................................... 402
Trailer loads ................................... 417
Tyres/wheels ................................. 386
Vehicle data ................................... 413
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 251
Display message ............................ 290
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 251
Number from the phone book ........ 252
Redialling ....................................... 252
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 251
Telephone compartment ................ 308
Telescopic rod (Easy-Pack fix kit) .... 317
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 244
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 261
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 261
Index
19
Outside temperature ...................... 244
Setting (climate control) ................ 143
TEMPOMAT
Function/notes ............................. 186
Theft-deterrent system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 75
Immobiliser ...................................... 74
Through-loading feature ................... 309
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 262
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 356
Top Tether ............................................ 59
Total distance recorder .................... 246
Tow-away protection .......................... 75
Towing
Important safety notes .................. 365
With the rear axle raised ................ 367
Towing a trailer
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 230
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 233
Active Parking Assist ..................... 214
Axle load, permissible .................... 417
Bulb failure indicator for LED
lamps ............................................. 238
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 72
Towing away
Fitting the towing eye .................... 366
Removing the towing eye ............... 367
With both axles on the ground ....... 367
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 368
Important safety notes .................. 365
Trailer
Display message ............................ 289
Trailer coupling
see Towing a trailer
Trailer towing
7-pin connector ............................. 239
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 226
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 346
Coupling up a trailer ...................... 237
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 237
Driving tips .................................... 235
Folding in the ball coupling ............ 237
Folding out the ball coupling .......... 236
Important safety notes .................. 233
Lights display message .................. 271
Mounting dimensions .................... 415
Parktronic ...................................... 210
Power supply ................................. 238
Shift range ..................................... 168
Trailer loads ................................... 417
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 166
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 166
Transporting the vehicle .................. 367
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 347
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 246
Trip meter
Calling up ....................................... 246
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 247
Turn signals
Switching on/off ........................... 123
TV
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 250
see Separate operating instructions
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 402
Installation ..................................... 402
Transmission output (maximum) .... 402
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 378
Display message ............................ 285
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 358
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 358
Recommended ............................... 375
Tyre pressure loss warning
General notes ................................ 377
Important safety notes .................. 377
Restarting ...................................... 377
Tyre pressure monitor
Checking the tyre pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 379
Function/notes ............................. 378
Restarting ...................................... 380
Warning lamp ................................. 304
Warning message .......................... 379
Tyres
Changing a wheel .......................... 381
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Index
Checking ........................................ 373
Direction of rotation ...................... 381
Display message ............................ 285
Important safety notes .................. 372
MOExtended tyres ......................... 374
Replacing ....................................... 381
Service life ..................................... 373
Storing ........................................... 381
Tyre size (data) .............................. 386
Tyre tread ...................................... 373
see Flat tyre
U
Unladen weight ................................. 413
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 87
V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 321
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
see SPEEDTRONIC
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 26
Data acquisition ............................... 26
Display message ............................ 287
Electronics ..................................... 402
Equipment ....................................... 23
Implied warranty .............................. 26
Individual settings .......................... 255
Leaving parked up ......................... 182
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 88
Locking (key) ................................... 81
Lowering ........................................ 385
Pulling away ................................... 160
Raising ........................................... 383
Registration ..................................... 25
Securing from rolling away ............ 382
Towing away .................................. 365
Transporting .................................. 367
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 88
Unlocking (key) ................................ 81
Vehicle data ................................... 413
Vehicle data ....................................... 413
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 413
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 88
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 404
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC ...................................... 203
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 278
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 353
Vehicle weights ................................. 413
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 250
VIN ...................................................... 404
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 295
Brakes ........................................... 294
Distance warning signal ................. 303
ESP® .............................................. 297
ESP® OFF ....................................... 298
Fuel tank ........................................ 301
LIM (cruise control) ........................ 187
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 193
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 190
Overview .................................. 34, 292
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 57
Reserve fuel ................................... 301
Seat belt ........................................ 293
SRS ................................................ 300
Tyre pressure monitor ................... 304
Warning triangle ................................ 352
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 290
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 385
Wheel chock ...................................... 382
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 381
Changing a wheel .......................... 381
Checking ........................................ 373
Cleaning ......................................... 344
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 382
Emergency spare wheel ................. 396
Fitting a new wheel ........................ 385
Fitting a wheel ............................... 382
Important safety notes .................. 372
Removing a wheel .......................... 384
Storing ........................................... 381
Tightening torque ........................... 385
Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 386
Windowbag
Operation ......................................... 48
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 344
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting ...................................... 144
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system
Notes ............................................. 412
Topping up ..................................... 339
Windscreen wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 134
Rear window wiper ........................ 131
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 132
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Winter operation
Important safety notes .................. 374
Radiator cover ............................... 337
Slippery road surfaces ................... 185
Snow chains .................................. 375
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 258
M+S tyres ...................................... 374
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 345
Important safety notes .................. 132
Replacing ....................................... 132
Replacing (on the rear window) ..... 133
Replacing (windscreen) .................. 132
Wooden load compartment floor
(cleaning instructions) ...................... 349
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 347
Index
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Z
ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 144
Introduction
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Protection of the environment
General notes
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 and tyre wear depend on
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:
Operating conditions:
R
avoid short trips, as these increase fuel
consumption.
R
observe the correct tyre pressure.
R
do not carry any unnecessary weight in the
vehicle.
R
remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R
all maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
R
switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R
monitor the vehicle's fuel consumption.
Returning an end-of-life vehicle
EU countries only:
Mercedes-Benz will take back your old vehicle
to dispose of it in an environmentally-responsible manner in accordance with the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.
There is a network of return points and disassembly plants available. You can return
your vehicle to these plants free of charge.
This makes a valuable contribution to the
recycling process and the conservation of
resources.
For further information on recycling old vehicles, recovery and the terms of the policy,
visit the Mercedes-Benz homepage.
Product information
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion
parts and accessories that have been
approved for the type of vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been
specifically approved for your vehicle for their
reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Therefore,
Mercedes-Benz accepts no responsibility for
the use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles. This is also the case, even if they have
been independently or officially approved.
The use of non-approved parts could affect
your vehicle's operating safety.
Mercedes-Benz therefore recommends that
you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been
approved for the type of vehicle.
Introduction
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Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available
from a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre. Here,
you will receive advice about permissible
technical modifications, and the parts will be
professionally fitted.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
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Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same warranty applies as for new parts.
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Airbags and seat belt tensioners, as well
as control units and sensors for these
restraint systems, may be installed in the
following areas of your vehicle:
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doors
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door pillars
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door sills
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seats
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dashboard
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instrument cluster
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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.
If you use parts, tyres and wheels as well as
accessories relevant to safety which have not
been approved by Mercedes, the operating
safety of the vehicle could be jeopardised.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Only
use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been
specifically approved for your vehicle for their
reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Mercedes-Benz
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:
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if they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted
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if other road users could be endangered
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if the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) (Y page 404) and the engine number (Y page 405) when ordering genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts.
Owner's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Owner's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment
available for your vehicle at the time of publication of the Owner's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your
vehicle may not be fitted with all features
described. This is also the case for systems
and functions relevant to safety. Therefore,
the equipment on your vehicle may differ from
that in the descriptions and illustrations.
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The original purchase contract documentation for your vehicle contains a list of all of the
systems in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are
important documents and should kept in the
vehicle.
Operating safety
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or necessary repairs carried out, this could result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as necessary repairs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
WARNING
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Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring could effect 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 any
more and/or jeopardise the operational
safety of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of an accident and injury.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and electronic
components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle makes contact with the
ground, e.g. on a high kerb or a loose
road surface
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you drive too quickly over an obstacle,
e.g. a kerb or a pothole
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a heavy object hits the underbody or
chassis component
In these or similar situations, the vehicle
body, the underbody, chassis components,
wheels or tyres could be damaged even if
this is not visible. 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.
Declarations of conformity
Wireless vehicle components
The following information applies to all components of the vehicle and the COMAND system which receive and/or transmit radio
waves:
The components of this vehicle that receive
and/or transmit radio waves are compliant
with the basic requirements and all other rel-
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evant conditions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Electromagnetic compatibility
The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehicle components has been checked and certified according to the currently valid version
of Directive 72/245/EEC or the equivalent
ECE Regulation ECE-R 10.
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to 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.
WARNING
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Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle
is jeopardised. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Fit the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats.
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If the engine is switched off and equipment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
A qualified specialist workshop has the necessary special skills, tools and qualifications
to correctly carry out any necessary work on
your vehicle. This particularly applies to work
relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Service Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
a qualified specialist workshop:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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modifications, installations and conversions
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work on electronic components
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Vehicle registration
Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres
to carry out technical inspections on certain
vehicles. 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 registration data.
It is possible that your vehicle has not yet
been registered in your name in the following
cases:
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if your vehicle was not purchased at an
authorised specialist dealer.
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if your vehicle has not yet been examined
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 in address or vehicle ownership.
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Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognise certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
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the technical data in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Implied warranty
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Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions are not covered either by
Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Data stored in the vehicle
A number of electronic components in your
vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:
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the vehicle's operating state
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events
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faults
This technical information generally documents the condition of a component, a module, a system or an environment.
These are, for example:
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operating conditions of system components. This includes, e.g. fluid levels.
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status messages from the vehicle and from
individual vehicle components. This
includes, e.g. number of wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration, lateral acceleration.
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malfunctions and faults in important system components. This includes, e.g. lights,
brakes.
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reactions of the vehicle in special driving
situations. This includes, e.g. deployment
of an airbag, intervention of stability control
systems.
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environmental conditions. This includes,
e.g. the outside temperature.
This data is exclusively technical in nature
and is used to:
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assist in the detection and rectification of
faults and defects
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optimise vehicle functions
The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's
movements over distances travelled.
When your vehicle is serviced, this technical
information can be read out from the event
and fault memory.
Services include:
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repairs
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service processes
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warranty claims
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quality assurance
The information is read out by authorised
employees of the service network (including
manufacturers) using special diagnostic devices. You can find more information there if
necessary.
After a fault has been rectified, the information in the fault memory is deleted or consecutively overwritten.
In normal vehicle operation, situations may
arise in which this technical data could
become personal in nature in conjunction
with other information and, if necessary, on
consultation of an approval official.
Examples include:
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accident reports
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vehicle damage
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witness testimonies
Further additional features which are contractually agreed with the customer likewise
allow specific vehicle data to be obtained
from the vehicle. Such additional features
include vehicle locating in an emergency, for
example.
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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