Mercedes-Benz C-Class W204 Sedan 2013 Owner's Manual
C-Class
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 26
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 47
Opening and closing ........................... 87
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 111
Lights and windscreen wipers ......... 127
Climate control ................................. 145
Driving and parking .......................... 165
On-board computer and displays .... 235
Stowing and features ....................... 313
Maintenance and care ...................... 333
Breakdown assistance ..................... 347
Wheels and tyres .............................. 367
Technical data ................................... 393
Index
4
1, 2, 3 ...
12-button multifunction steering
wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 240
Overview .......................................... 41
12 V socket
see Socket
4-button multifunction steering
wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 237
Overview .......................................... 40
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 209
4MATIC off-road system ................... 209
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 267
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 262
Function/notes ................................ 77
Important safety notes .................... 77
Warning lamp ................................. 302
Activating/deactivating air-recir-
culation mode .................................... 156
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 150
Active Blind Spot Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 286
Function/notes ............................. 222
Switching on/off (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 250
Towing a trailer .............................. 224
Active Driving Assistance package . 222
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 285
Function/notes ............................. 224
Switching on/off (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 250
Towing a trailer ...................... 221, 227
Active light function ......................... 132
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 83
Adaptive brake lamps ......................... 79
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 278
Function/notes ............................. 133
Switching on/off ................... 133, 134
Adaptive Main-beam Assist
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 253
Additional speedometer ................... 251
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 402
Adjusting the headlamp range ......... 130
Airbags
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 52
Important safety guidelines ............. 50
Kneebag ........................................... 52
Sidebag ............................................ 53
Triggering ......................................... 49
Windowbag ...................................... 53
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 280
AIR FLOW ........................................... 152
Air pressure
see Tyre pressure
Air vents
Glove compartment ....................... 163
Important safety notes .................. 162
Rear ............................................... 163
Setting ........................................... 162
Setting the centre air vents ........... 163
Setting the side air vents ............... 163
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 257
Anti-glare film .................................... 331
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Aquaplaning ....................................... 191
Index
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Ashtray ............................................... 328
Assistance graphic (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .................................. 248
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 334
Hiding a service message .............. 334
Notes ..................................... 334, 335
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 335
Service message ............................ 334
Special service requirements ......... 335
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 85
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Function ........................................... 85
Interior motion sensor ..................... 86
Switching off the alarm .................... 85
Tow-away protection ........................ 85
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 250
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Function/notes ............................. 216
Audio DVD (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) .......................... 246
Audio menu (on-board computer,
12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ................................................. 245
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 245
Authorised workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 275
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 172
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 171
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 129
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 178
Automatic drive program ............... 179
Changing gear ............................... 177
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 293
Driving tips .................................... 178
Emergency running mode .............. 183
Kickdown ....................................... 178
Manual drive program .................... 181
Overview ........................................ 176
Problem (fault) ............................... 183
Program selector button ................ 178
Pulling away ................................... 170
Releasing the parking lock man-
ually ............................................... 183
Selector lever ................................ 177
Shift ranges ................................... 180
Starting the engine ........................ 169
Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 179
Trailer towing ................................. 178
Transmission position display ........ 177
Transmission positions .................. 177
Automatic transmission emer-
gency running mode ......................... 183
Automatic transmissions
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 295
Auxiliary heating
Activating/deactivating ................. 158
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 159
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 297
Important safety notes .................. 158
Problem (display message) ............ 162
Remote control .............................. 159
Setting (on-board computer, 12button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 255
Setting the departure time ............. 160
Auxiliary ventilation
Activating/deactivating ................. 158
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 159
Problem (display message) ............ 162
Remote control .............................. 159
Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 407
Index
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B
Bag hook ............................................ 320
Ball coupling
Folding in ....................................... 231
Folding out ..................................... 229
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 77
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 77
Battery (key)
Checking .......................................... 91
Important safety notes .................... 91
Replacing ......................................... 91
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 358
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 282
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 279
Important safety notes .................. 355
Jump starting ................................. 359
Belt
see Seat belt
Belt force limiters (activation) ........... 49
Belt tensioner
Activation ......................................... 49
Function ........................................... 59
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 250
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 286
Notes/function .............................. 218
Trailer towing ................................. 220
see Active Blind Spot Assist
Bonnet
Closing ........................................... 336
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 294
Important safety notes .................. 335
Opening ......................................... 336
Boot
Emergency release ........................ 102
Important safety notes .................... 97
Locking separately ......................... 101
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 99
Opening (automatically from
inside) ............................................ 100
Boot lid
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 294
Opening/closing .............................. 97
Opening dimensions ...................... 404
Boot load (maximum) ........................ 404
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 269
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 264
Notes ............................................. 402
Brake lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 273
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 79
Changing bulbs .............................. 139
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 77
BAS .................................................. 77
BAS PLUS ........................................ 77
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 402
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 267
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 262
Driving tips .................................... 190
High-performance brake system .... 191
Important safety notes .................. 190
Parking brake ................................ 188
Warning lamp ................................. 302
Breakdown
see Flat tyre
see Towing away/tow-starting
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
Index
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C
Calling up a fault
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Automatic car wash ....................... 340
Carpets .......................................... 346
Display ........................................... 345
Exterior lighting ............................. 343
Gear or selector lever .................... 345
High-pressure cleaner .................... 341
Interior ........................................... 345
Matt paintwork .............................. 342
Notes ............................................. 340
Paint .............................................. 342
Plastic trim .................................... 345
Reversing camera .......................... 344
Roof lining ...................................... 346
Seat belt ........................................ 346
Seat cover ..................................... 345
Sensors ......................................... 343
Steering wheel ............................... 345
Tail pipes ....................................... 344
Trim pieces .................................... 345
Washing by hand ........................... 341
Wheels ........................................... 341
Windows ........................................ 342
Wiper blades .................................. 343
Wooden trim .................................. 345
Car wash (care) ................................. 340
CD player/CD changer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 246
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 254
Locking/unlocking (key) .................. 89
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 43
Upper section .................................. 42
Changing bulbs
Brake lamps ................................... 139
Cornering light function ................. 138
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 137
Main-beam headlamps ................... 137
Parking lamps (front) ..................... 138
Reversing lamps ............................ 139
Standing lamps .............................. 138
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 75
Rear doors ....................................... 75
Children
Fastening seat belts ......................... 67
In the vehicle ................................... 60
Restraint systems ............................ 60
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 62
Integrated ........................................ 65
Integrated, ICS padded play table .... 68
Integrated, side head restraints ....... 69
Integrated, storing ........................... 70
ISOFIX .............................................. 64
On the front-passenger seat ............ 62
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 75
Recommendations ........................... 73
Suitable positions ............................ 71
Top Tether ....................................... 65
Cigarette lighter ................................ 328
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 343
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 344
Climate control
Adjusting airflow (AIR FLOW) ......... 152
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 158
Controlling automatically ............... 152
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 156
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 150
Demisting the windows .................. 155
Demisting the windscreen ............. 154
Important safety notes .................. 146
Indicator lamp ................................ 152
Notes on using THERMATIC auto-
matic climate control ..................... 147
Notes on using THERMOTRONIC
automatic climate control .............. 150
Overview of systems ...................... 146
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 152
Problem with the rear window
heating .......................................... 156
Rear control panel ......................... 149
Setting the air distribution ............. 153
Setting the airflow ......................... 154
Index
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Setting the air vents ...................... 162
Setting the temperature ................ 153
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 156
Switching on/off ........................... 150
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 157
Switching the rear window heat-
ing on/off ...................................... 155
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 154
THERMATIC automatic climate
control (2-zone) ............................. 147
THERMOTRONIC (3-zone) auto-
matic climate control ..................... 149
Clock
Setting (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Coat hooks ......................................... 322
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 32
see Instrument cluster
COMAND Online
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 131
Combined luggage cover and net .... 321
Constant headlamp mode
see Daytime driving lights
Consumption statistics
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Convenience closing feature ............ 104
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 156
Convenience opening feature .......... 104
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 339
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 281
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 278
Important safety notes .................. 402
Temperature display (12-button
multifunction steering wheel; AMG) 257
Temperature gauge (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 239
Temperature gauge (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 236
Warning lamp ................................. 308
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 30
Cornering lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 138
Cornering light function
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 275
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 272
Function/notes ............................. 132
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 135
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 193
Deactivating ................................... 194
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 288
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 283
Driving system ............................... 192
Important safety notes .................. 192
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 193
Selecting ........................................ 193
Setting a speed .............................. 194
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 193
Cup holder
Centre console .............................. 326
Important safety notes .................. 325
Rear compartment ......................... 326
D
Data
see Technical data
Date
Setting (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Daytime driving lamps
Switching on/off (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 252
Index
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Daytime driving lights
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 274
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter, 4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 238
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 129
Declarations of conformity ................. 28
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 253
Interior lighting (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 254
Diagnostics connection ...................... 28
Diesel .................................................. 400
Digital speedometer ......................... 243
Dipped beam
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 272
Dipped-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 137
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 275
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 128
Setting for driving on the right/left 252
Switching on/off ........................... 129
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 345
Display message (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 334
Calling up ....................................... 261
Driving systems ............................. 284
Engine ............................................ 281
General notes ................................ 260
Hiding ............................................ 260
Key ................................................ 299
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 299
Lights ............................................. 275
Safety systems .............................. 267
Tyres .............................................. 291
Vehicle ........................................... 295
Display message (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 334
Calling up ....................................... 260
Driving systems ............................. 283
Engine ............................................ 278
General notes ................................ 260
Hiding ............................................ 260
Key ................................................ 298
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 298
Lights ............................................. 272
Safety systems .............................. 262
Tyres .............................................. 290
Vehicle ........................................... 293
Distance recorder
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 242
Distance warning signal (warning
lamp) .................................................. 310
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions ..................... 199
Deactivating ................................... 203
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 287
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 203
Driving tips .................................... 204
Function/notes ............................. 197
Important safety notes .................. 197
Selecting ........................................ 199
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 202
Warning lamp ................................. 310
Door
Automatic door locking feature
(on-board computer, 12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 254
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 96
Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 89
Control panel ................................... 45
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 294
Emergency locking ........................... 97
Emergency unlocking ....................... 96
Important safety notes .................... 94
Opening (from the inside) ................ 95
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 179
Display ........................................... 177
Manual ........................................... 181
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Index
Drive program selector ..................... 179
Driver's door
see Door
Drive system
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 222
Driving abroad
Service24h .................................... 335
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 128
Driving on flooded roads .................. 191
Driving safety system
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ............................................... 77
Electronic Brake-force Distribution .. 82
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ......................................... 79, 80
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 79
Important safety guidelines ............. 76
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 77
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 83
Adaptive brake lamps ...................... 79
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 77
Overview .......................................... 76
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 83
Driving system
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 224
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 283
Driving systems
Active Driving Assistance package 222
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 216
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 218
Cruise control ................................ 192
Distronic Plus ................................ 197
Dynamic handling package with
sports mode .................................. 205
HOLD function ............................... 206
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 220
Lane package ................................ 218
Parking Guidance ........................... 212
PARKTRONIC ................................. 209
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 208
Reversing camera .......................... 215
Speed Limit Assist ......................... 216
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 195
Driving tips
Aquaplaning ................................... 191
Automatic transmission ................. 178
Brakes ........................................... 190
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 204
Downhill gradient ........................... 190
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Driving in winter ............................. 192
Driving on flooded roads ................ 191
Driving on wet roads ...................... 191
General .......................................... 189
Icy road surfaces ........................... 192
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 190
New brake pads/linings ................ 191
Running-in tips ............................... 166
Snow chains .................................. 371
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 128
Towing a trailer .............................. 227
Wet road surface ........................... 190
Dynamic handling package with
sports mode ....................................... 205
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 256
Function/notes ............................. 120
EASY-EXIT feature
Activating/deactivating (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 256
Crash-responsive ........................... 121
Function/notes ............................. 120
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 322
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail ..................................... 323
EASY-PACK luggage compartment
management system ........................ 322
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message (12 button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 268
Function/notes ................................ 82
Index
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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 263
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 189
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 243
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 172
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 171
Deactivating/activating ................. 172
General information ....................... 171
Important safety notes .................. 171
Introduction ................................... 171
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electromagnetic compatibility
Declaration of conformity ................ 28
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency key
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 96
Emergency key element
Function/notes ................................ 90
Locking vehicle ................................ 97
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 96
Fuel filler flap ................................. 185
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 389
Important safety notes .................. 389
Storage location ............................ 390
Technical data ............................... 391
Emergency unlocking
Boot ............................................... 102
Tailgate .......................................... 102
Vehicle ............................................. 96
Engine
ECO start/stop function ................ 171
Engine number ............................... 397
Jump-starting ................................. 359
Running irregularly ......................... 174
Starting problems .......................... 174
Starting the engine with the key .... 169
Starting with KEYLESS GO ............. 169
Stopping ........................................ 187
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 364
Warning lamp (engine diagnostics) 308
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 394
Problem (fault) ............................... 174
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Additives ........................................ 402
Checking the oil level ..................... 337
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 337
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 282
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 280
Filling capacity ............................... 401
Notes about oil grades ................... 401
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 337
Temperature (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 257
Topping up ..................................... 338
Viscosity ........................................ 402
Environmental protection
Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 26
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 257
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 81
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 249
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ...................... 80
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 267
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 262
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 79
Function/notes ......................... 79, 80
Important safety guidelines ............. 79
Trailer stabilisation .......................... 82
Warning lamp ................................. 304
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 79
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 344
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Index
Exterior lighting
Settings options ............................. 128
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 121
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 123
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 122
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 122
Folding in (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 256
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 123
Parking position ............................. 123
Resetting ....................................... 122
Storing settings (memory function) 124
F
Fault message
see Display messages
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Fire extinguisher ............................... 350
First-aid kit ......................................... 349
Fitting a wheel
Removing a wheel .......................... 381
Fitting wheels
Fitting a wheel ............................... 381
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 382
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 379
Raising the vehicle ......................... 380
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 379
Flat tyre
MOExtended run-flat system ......... 351
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 351
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 352
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormat ............................................. 331
Foglamps
Extended range .............................. 133
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 394
Two-way radio ................................ 394
Front foglamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Front foglamps
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 273
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 399
Consumption information .............. 400
Displaying the range (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 243
Displaying the range (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
E10 ................................................ 398
Grade (petrol) ................................ 398
Important safety notes .................. 397
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 399
Problem (malfunction) ................... 186
Quality (diesel) ............................... 400
Refuelling ....................................... 183
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 398
Tank content display (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 37
Tank content display (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 34
Fuel consumption
Current (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 243
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 185
Opening/closing ............................ 184
Fuel filter
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 280
Fuel reserve
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 280
see Fuel
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 398
Problem (malfunction) ................... 186
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 350
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 364
Before changing ............................. 364
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 365
Index
13
Fuse box in the boot ...................... 366
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 365
Fuse box in the luggage compart-
ment .............................................. 366
Important safety notes .................. 364
G
Gear indicator (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) .................. 257
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 345
Gearshift program
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 257
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ........... 26
Glove compartment .......................... 315
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 131
Headlamp
Cleaning system (function) ............ 132
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 403
Headlamps
Misting up ...................................... 134
Topping up the cleaning system .... 339
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 115
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 115
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 115
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 116
Fitting/removing (rear) .................. 116
Luxury ............................................ 115
see NECK-PRO head restraints/
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-pressure cleaners .................... 341
Hill start assist .................................. 170
HOLD function
Deactivating ................................... 207
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 285
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 283
Function/notes ............................. 206
I
ICS padded play table ......................... 68
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobiliser .......................................... 84
Indicator and warning lamps
Coolant .......................................... 308
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 310
Engine diagnostics ......................... 308
Overview (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 39
Overview (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) ................................ 36
SPORT handling mode ................... 305
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator .... 336
Inspection
see ASSYST PLUS
Instrument cluster (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
Indicator and warning lamps ............ 39
Overview .......................................... 37
Settings ......................................... 251
Instrument cluster (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Indicator and warning lamps ............ 36
Overview .......................................... 34
Instrument cluster lighting
Multifunction steering wheel with
12 buttons ..................................... 239
Multifunction steering wheel with
4 buttons ....................................... 236
Integrated child seat
ICS padded play table ...................... 68
Important safety guidelines ............. 65
Side head restraints ......................... 69
Storing, ICS padded play table and
side head restraints ......................... 70
14
Index
Intelligent Light System
Activating/deactivating (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 252
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Overview ........................................ 132
Setting the dipped-beam headlamps for driving on the right/left . 252
Interior lighting ................................. 135
Automatic control system .............. 135
Delayed switch-off (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 254
Emergency lighting ........................ 135
Manual control ............................... 135
Overview ........................................ 135
Reading lamp ................................. 135
Interior motion sensor ........................ 86
ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 64
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 350
Using ............................................. 380
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 359
K
Key
Changing the battery ....................... 91
Checking the battery ....................... 91
Convenience closing feature .......... 104
Convenience opening feature ........ 104
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 298
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 89
Emergency key element ................... 90
Important safety notes .................... 88
Loss ................................................. 93
Modifying the programming ............. 90
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 167
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 93
Starting the engine ........................ 169
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing ...................... 105
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction display) .......................... 299
Display message (4-button multi-
function display) ............................ 298
Locking ............................................ 89
Start/Stop button .......................... 167
Starting the engine ........................ 169
Unlocking ......................................... 89
Key positions
Key ................................................ 167
KEYLESS GO .................................. 167
Keys
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 299
Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 178
Manual drive program .................... 182
Kneebag ............................................... 52
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 250
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 285
Function/information .................... 220
Lane package ..................................... 218
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 258
Lashing eyelets ................................. 319
Lights
Activating/deactivating the exterior lighting delayed switch-off
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 253
Activating/deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch-off
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 254
Active light function ....................... 132
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 129
Cornering light function ................. 132
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 129
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Foglamps ....................................... 130
Foglamps (extended range) ........... 133
Hazard warning lamps ................... 131
Headlamp flasher ........................... 131
Headlamp range ............................ 130
Index
15
Light switch ................................... 128
Main-beam headlamps ................... 131
Motorway mode ............................. 133
Parking lamps ................................ 130
Rear foglamp ................................. 130
Side lamps ..................................... 130
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 253
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 252
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (switch) ..................... 129
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 253
Turn signals ................................... 131
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 275
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 193
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 198
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 195
Limiting the speed
see SPEEDTRONIC
Loading guidelines ............................ 314
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 96
Emergency locking ........................... 97
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 95
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 254
Luggage compartment cover ........... 320
Luggage compartment enlargement 318
Luggage compartment floor
opening/closing ............................ 324
stowage well, under ....................... 324
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 323
Lumbar support
Adjusting ....................................... 117
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 117
Luxury head restraint ....................... 115
Luxury multifunction steering
wheel
see On-board computer (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
M
M+S tyres ........................................... 370
Main beam
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 273
Main-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 137
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Manual transmission
Engaging reverse gear ................... 176
Gear lever ...................................... 175
Pulling away ................................... 170
Shifting to neutral .......................... 176
Shift recommendation ................... 176
Starting the engine ........................ 169
Matt finish (cleaning instructions) .. 342
Memory card (audio) ......................... 246
Memory function ............................... 124
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Message memory
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 261
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 260
Messages
see Display messages
16
Index
Mirror
see Vanity mirror (in sun visor)
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Frequencies ................................... 394
Installation ..................................... 394
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 246
Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 330
Transmission output (maximum) .... 394
Mobile telephone
Pre-installed bracket ...................... 331
Modifying the programming (key) ..... 90
MOExtended run-flat system ........... 351
Motorway mode ................................ 133
MP3
Operating ....................................... 246
see Separate operating instructions
Multicontour seat .............................. 117
Multifunction display
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 237
Permanent display (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 252
Multi-function display
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 241
Multifunction steering wheel (12
buttons)
see On-board computer (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
Multifunction steering wheel (4
buttons)
see On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel)
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 244
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 244
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 54
Resetting after being triggered ........ 55
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Operation ......................................... 54
Resetting after being triggered ........ 55
Notes on running in a new vehicle .. 166
O
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 60
Important safety notes .................... 48
Odometer
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 238
see Total distance recorder
see Trip meter
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
RACETIMER ................................... 258
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)
AMG menu ..................................... 257
Assist menu ................................... 248
Audio menu ................................... 245
Convenience submenu .................. 256
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 203
Important safety notes .................. 236
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 251
Lights submenu ............................. 252
Menu overview .............................. 242
Navigation menu ............................ 244
Operating ....................................... 240
Operating the video DVD ............... 246
Range ............................................ 243
Service menu ................................. 250
Standard display submenu ............ 242
Telephone menu ............................ 246
Trip menu ...................................... 242
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)
Displaying service messages ......... 334
Display messages .......................... 260
Heating submenu ........................... 255
Message memory .......................... 261
Vehicle submenu ........................... 254
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)Set-
tings menu ......................................... 251
Index
17
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) submenu
Factory setting ............................... 257
On-board computer (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Important safety notes .................. 236
Menu overview .............................. 238
Switching daytime driving lights
on/off ............................................ 238
On-board computer (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Displaying service messages ......... 334
Display messages .......................... 260
Individual vehicle settings .............. 237
Message memory .......................... 260
Operating ....................................... 237
Range ............................................ 238
Standard display ............................ 238
Time/date ..................................... 239
Trip computer ................................ 238
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 138
Operating instructions
Vehicle equipment ........................... 27
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 28
Important safety note ...................... 27
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature
Display (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 240
Display (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 237
Overhead control panel ...................... 44
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 76
P
Paint code .......................................... 396
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 342
Panic alarm .......................................... 48
Panorama sliding sunroof
Important safety information ......... 106
Opening/closing ............................ 108
Opening/closing the roller sun-
blind ............................................... 109
Problem (malfunction) ................... 110
Rain closing feature ....................... 108
Resetting ....................................... 110
Park Assist
Parking Guidance ........................... 212
Parking ............................................... 187
Important safety notes .................. 187
Parking brake ................................ 188
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 123
Reversing camera .......................... 215
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake .................................... 188
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 268
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 263
Notes/function .............................. 188
Parking Guidance
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 286
Important safety notes .................. 212
Trailer towing ................................. 214
Parking lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 274
Parking lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 138
Switching on/off ........................... 130
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 211
Driving system ............................... 209
Function/notes ............................. 209
Important safety notes .................. 209
Problem (fault) ............................... 212
Sensor range ................................. 210
Trailer towing ................................. 211
Warning display ............................. 210
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Index
PASS AIRBAG OFF
see PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 62
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 75
Petrol .................................................. 398
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 345
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (preventative occupant
protection)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 269
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 264
PRE-SAFE® (preventive occupant
safety system)
Operation ......................................... 54
PRE-SAFE® Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 249
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 270
Function/notes ................................ 83
Warning lamp ................................. 310
Program selector button .................. 178
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 26
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 170
Manual transmission ...................... 170
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 29
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 208
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 258
Radar sensor system
Activating/deactivating ................. 254
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 285
Radiator cover ................................... 336
Radio
Selecting a station (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 245
see separate operating instructions
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ................ 28
Rain closing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 108
Sliding sunroof ............................... 107
Range (fuel)
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 243
Displaying (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Reading lamp ..................................... 135
Rear bench seat
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 317
Rear compartment
Setting the airflow ......................... 154
Setting the air vents ...................... 163
Rear-compartment seat belt sta-
tus indicator ........................................ 59
Rear foglamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 274
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Rear seat
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 294
Rear-view mirror
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 123
Dipping (manual) ........................... 121
Rear window blind ............................ 327
Rear window heating
Problem (fault) ............................... 156
Switching on/off ........................... 155
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 142
Switching on/off ........................... 141
Refuelling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 34
Important safety notes .................. 183
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 399
Refuelling process ......................... 184
see Fuel
Index
19
Releasing the parking lock man-
ually (automatic transmission) ........ 183
Remote control
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 159
Changing the batteries (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 160
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 136
Overview of bulb types .................. 136
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 160
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 280
Warning lamp ................................. 308
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 157
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Rev counter
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 239
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 237
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmission) 177
Engaging (manual transmission) .... 176
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 344
Function/notes ............................. 215
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 107
Roller sunblinds ............................. 109
Side windows ................................. 103
Sliding sunroof ............................... 107
Reversing function
Boot lid/tailgate .............................. 98
Reversing lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 139
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 274
Roller blind
see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 109
Rear window .................................. 327
Roof carrier ........................................ 325
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 346
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 404
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 244
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 60
Child restraint systems .................... 60
Safety net ........................................... 321
Attaching ....................................... 322
Safety system
see Driving safety system
Seat
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 318
Seat belt
Activating/deactivating seat-belt
adjustment (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 256
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 57
Adjusting the height ......................... 58
Belt force limiter .............................. 59
Belt tensioner .................................. 59
Cleaning ......................................... 346
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 270
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 265
Fastening ......................................... 57
Important safety guidelines ............. 56
Rear seat belt status indicator ......... 59
Releasing ......................................... 58
Warning lamp ................................. 301
Warning lamp (function) ................... 58
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Index
Seats
Adaptive seat backrests (AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 117
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 114
Adjusting (manually and electri-
cally) .............................................. 114
Adjusting lumbar support .............. 117
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 117
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 115
Cleaning the cover ......................... 345
Correct driver's seat position ........ 112
Important safety notes .................. 113
Multicontour seat .......................... 117
Seat heating problem .................... 119
Seat ventilation problem ................ 119
Storing settings (memory function) 124
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 118
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 119
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 343
Service
see ASSYST PLUS
Service menu (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) .................. 250
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 402
Coolant (engine) ............................ 402
Engine oil ....................................... 401
Fuel ................................................ 397
Important safety notes .................. 397
Washer fluid ................................... 403
Settings
Factory (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 257
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 251
Setting the air distribution ............... 153
Setting the airflow ............................ 154
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 257
Shifting to neutral (manual trans-
mission) ............................................. 176
Sidebag ................................................ 53
Side lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 138
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Side marker lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 277
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 274
Side windows
Convenience closing ...................... 104
Convenience opening .................... 104
Important safety notes .................. 102
Opening/closing ............................ 104
Problem (malfunction) ................... 106
resetting ........................................ 105
Sliding sunroof
Important safety information ......... 106
Opening/closing ............................ 107
Problem (malfunction) ................... 110
Rain closing feature ....................... 107
Resetting ....................................... 108
see Panorama sliding sunroof
Snow chains ...................................... 371
Socket
Centre console .............................. 329
Luggage compartment ................... 330
Rear compartment ......................... 329
Sockets
General notes ................................ 329
Spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 390
Specialist workshop ............................ 29
Spectacles compartment ................. 315
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speed Limit Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 249
Displaying ...................................... 248
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Display message in the multifunc-
tion display .................................... 217
Important safety notes .................. 217
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 251
Digital ............................................ 243
In the instrument cluster (12-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .... 37
Index
21
In the instrument cluster (4-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .... 34
Segments ...................................... 240
Selecting the unit of measurement 251
see Instrument cluster
SPEEDTRONIC
Deactivating variable ..................... 196
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 288
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 283
Function/notes ............................. 195
Important safety notes .................. 195
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 195
Permanent ..................................... 197
Selecting ........................................ 196
Storing the current speed .............. 196
Variable ......................................... 195
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 81
Warning lamp ................................. 305
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 271
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 265
Introduction ..................................... 49
Warning lamp ................................. 307
Warning lamp (function) ................... 49
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 168
Steering
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 297
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 295
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 120
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 120
Buttons (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 240
Buttons (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 237
Cleaning ......................................... 345
Gearshift paddles ........................... 179
Important safety notes .................. 119
Storing settings (memory function) 124
Steering wheel gearshift paddles .... 179
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 258
Stowage areas ................................... 314
Stowage compartment
Spectacles compartment ............... 315
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 316
Centre console .............................. 315
Cup holder ..................................... 325
Glove compartment ....................... 315
Important safety information ......... 314
Rear ............................................... 316
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 316
Stowage net ....................................... 316
Stowage space
Stowage net ................................... 316
Stowage well beneath the boot
floor .................................................... 324
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tyres .................................... 370
Sun blind
Rear side windows ......................... 327
Sun visor ............................................ 327
Supplemental Restraint System
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) ................ 253
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 85
T
Tailgate
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 294
Emergency unlocking ..................... 102
Important safety notes .................... 97
Limiting the opening angle ............. 101
Opening/closing .............................. 98
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ................................... 100
22
Index
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 99
Opening dimensions ...................... 404
Tail lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 273
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Displaying the range (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 243
Displaying the range (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Fuel gauge (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 37
Fuel gauge (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 34
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 397
Emergency spare wheel ................. 391
Information .................................... 394
Trailer loads ................................... 407
Tyres/wheels ................................. 383
Vehicle data ................................... 404
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 247
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 298
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 246
Number from the phone book ........ 247
Redialling ....................................... 247
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 247
Telephone compartment ................ 316
Telescopic rod (Easy-Pack fix kit) .... 323
Temperature
Coolant (12-button multifunction
steering wheel; AMG) ..................... 257
Coolant (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Coolant (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 236
Engine oil (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 257
Outside temperature (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 240
Outside temperature (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 237
Setting (climate control) ................ 153
TEMPOMAT
Function/notes ............................. 192
Theft-deterrent system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 85
Immobiliser ...................................... 84
Through-loading feature ................... 317
Time
Setting the clock (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 239
see Separate Owner's manual
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 258
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 352
Top Tether ............................................ 65
Total distance recorder
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 242
Displaying (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Tow-away protection .......................... 85
Towing
Important safety notes .................. 361
With the rear axle raised ................ 362
Towing a trailer
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 224
Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 221, 227
Axle load, permissible .................... 407
Bulb failure indicator for LED lamps 232
Lights display message (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 275
Lights display message (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 272
Trailer tow hitch display message
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 297
Trailer tow hitch display message
(4-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 295
Towing away
Fitting the towing eye .................... 362
Removing the towing eye ............... 362
With both axles on the ground ....... 363
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 364
Fitting the towing eye .................... 362
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Important safety notes .................. 361
Removing the towing eye ............... 362
Trailer coupling
see Towing a trailer
Trailer towing
7-pin connector ............................. 232
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 220
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 344
Coupling up a trailer ...................... 230
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 231
Driving tips .................................... 227
Folding in the ball coupling ............ 231
Folding out the ball coupling .......... 229
Important safety notes .................. 227
Mounting dimensions .................... 405
Parking Guidance ........................... 214
Parktronic ...................................... 211
Power supply ................................. 232
Shift range ..................................... 178
Trailer loads ................................... 407
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
see Manual transmission
Transporting the vehicle .................. 363
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 345
Trip computer
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Trip meter
Displaying/resetting (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 242
Resetting (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 243
Turn signal
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 276
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 273
Turn signals
Switching on/off ........................... 131
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 394
Installation ..................................... 394
Transmission output (maximum) .... 394
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 375
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 291
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 290
Important safety notes .................. 375
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 354
Pressure loss warning .................... 373
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 354
Recommended ............................... 372
Tyre pressure loss warning
General notes ................................ 373
Important safety notes .................. 373
Restarting ...................................... 374
Tyre pressure monitor
Checking the tyre pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 376
Function/notes ............................. 375
General notes ................................ 375
Important safety notes .................. 375
Restarting ...................................... 377
Warning lamp ................................. 311
Warning message .......................... 376
Tyres
Changing a wheel .......................... 378
Checking ........................................ 369
Direction of rotation ...................... 378
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 291
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 290
Important safety notes .................. 368
M+S tyres ...................................... 370
MOExtended tyres ......................... 351
Replacing ....................................... 378
Service life ..................................... 370
Storing ........................................... 378
Summer tyres ................................ 370
Tyre size (data) .............................. 383
Tyre tread ...................................... 369
see Flat tyre
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Index
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Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 96
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 95
V
Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 327
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
see SPEEDTRONIC
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 29
Data acquisition ............................... 29
Electronics ..................................... 394
Emergency locking ........................... 97
Emergency unlocking ....................... 96
Equipment ....................................... 27
Implied warranty .............................. 29
Individual settings .......................... 251
Leaving parked up ......................... 188
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 97
Locking (key) ................................... 89
Lowering ........................................ 382
Pulling away ................................... 170
Raising ........................................... 380
Registration ..................................... 29
Securing from rolling away ............ 379
Towing away .................................. 361
Tow-starting ................................... 361
Transporting .................................. 363
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 96
Unlocking (key) ................................ 89
Vehicle data ................................... 404
Vehicle data ....................................... 404
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 404
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 97
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 396
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 350
Video (DVD) ........................................ 246
Video DVD (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) .......................... 246
VIN ...................................................... 396
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Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 302
Brakes ........................................... 302
Distance warning signal ................. 310
ESP® .............................................. 304
ESP® OFF ....................................... 305
Fuel tank ........................................ 308
LIM (cruise control) ........................ 193
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 198
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 195
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 62
Reserve fuel ................................... 308
Seat belt ........................................ 301
SRS ................................................ 307
Tyre pressure monitor ................... 311
Warning triangle ................................ 348
Washer fluid
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 298
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 295
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 382
Wheel chock ...................................... 379
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 378
Changing a wheel .......................... 378
Checking ........................................ 369
Cleaning ......................................... 341
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 378
Emergency spare wheel ................. 389
Fitting a new wheel ........................ 381
Fitting a wheel ............................... 379
Important safety notes .................. 368
Removing a wheel .......................... 381
Storing ........................................... 378
Tightening torque ........................... 382
Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 383
Windowbag
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 272
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 266
Operation ......................................... 53
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 342
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting ...................................... 154
see Windscreen
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system ............. 339
Notes ............................................. 403
Windscreen wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 143
Rear window wiper ........................ 141
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 141
Switching on/off ........................... 140
Winter operation
Important safety notes .................. 370
Radiator cover ............................... 336
Slippery road surfaces ................... 192
Snow chains .................................. 371
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 254
M+S tyres ...................................... 370
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 343
Important safety notes .................. 141
Replacing (on the rear window) ..... 142
Replacing (windscreen) .................. 142
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 345
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 154
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Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
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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:
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operating conditions of your vehicle
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your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
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avoid short trips, as these increase fuel
consumption.
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observe the correct tyre pressure.
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do not carry any unnecessary weight in the
vehicle.
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remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
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a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
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all maintenance work should be carried out
at a qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
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do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
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do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
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drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
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avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
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change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
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switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
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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.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Environmental note
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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
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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.
You could jeopardise the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tyres and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use 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
therefore accepts no responsibility for the
use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles,
even if they have been officially approved or
independently approved by a testing centre.
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 396) 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.
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.
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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 information
systems and communication devices integrated into the vehicle 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 relevant 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 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 may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardises the operating and road safety of the vehicle. There is
a risk of an accident.
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