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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 20
Contents
At a glance ........................................... 25
Safety and security ............................. 35
Control systems .................................. 67
Controls in detail .............................. 251
Operation ........................................... 365
Practical hints ................................... 411
Technical data ................................... 479
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1, 2, 3 ...
4-ETS
see ETS/4-ETS
4MATIC
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
911 emergency call .......................... 137
A
ABC (Active Body Control) ................ 319
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 419
ABS (Antilock Brake System)
............. 57
Indicator lamp ................................ 451
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 429, 430
Accessory weight .............................. 393
Accidents ........................................... 288
Air bags ........................................... 37
Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 354
Emergency calls (Telephone) ......... 137
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps
see Headlamps
Active Body Control
see ABC
Adaptive Brake .................................... 59
Adaptive Brake Lights ......................... 59
Adaptive Damping System
see ADS
Additives
Engine oil ....................................... 493
Gasoline ......................................... 494
Address book ..................................... 146
Address change ................................... 21
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 317
Advanced Parking Guidance ............ 327
Canceling ....................................... 332
Detecting a parking space ............. 329
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 423
Parking .......................................... 330
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ................................................. 377
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 426
Air bags ................................................ 37
Emergency call upon deployment .. 354
Front, driver and passenger ............. 40
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ..........................
41, 459
Knee bag .......................................... 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 417
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 41
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
Side impact ...................................... 40
Window curtain ................................ 41
Air conditioning refrigerant and
lubricant ............................................. 493
Air distribution .................................. 342
AIRMATIC
ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 317
Introduction ................................... 317
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 437
Vehicle level control ...................... 318
Air pressure
see Tire inflation pressure
Air pressure (tires) ............................ 393
Air recirculation mode ...................... 343
Air volume .......................................... 342
Alarm system
see Anti-theft systems
Alignment bolt (vehicle tool
kit) .............................................. 412, 468
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 321
Alternator
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 425, 444
Alternator (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
AMG menu ......................................... 208
Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 495
Antilock Brake System
see ABS
Anti-theft systems ............................... 65
Anti-theft alarm system ................... 65
Immobilizer ...................................... 65
Aquaplaning
see Hydroplaning
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Armrest, front
Storage compartment .................... 349
Storage tray/telephone
compartment
................................. 349
Armrest, rear
Storage compartment .................... 349
Ashtray ............................................... 352
Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 393
Assistance menu ............................... 212
Audio Aux ........................................... 172
Audio menu ........................................ 207
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ..... 272
Automatic central locking ................ 257
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 275
Automatic interior lighting control .. 279
Automatic shift program .................. 296
Automatic transmission ................... 291
Automatic shift program ................ 296
Gear range indicator ...................... 295
Gear ranges ................................... 295
Gear selector lever ........................ 291
Hill-start assist system .................. 315
Kickdown ....................................... 295
Kickdown (manual shift program) .. 299
Manual shift program ..................... 298
One-touch gearshifting .................. 297
Program mode indicator ................ 296
Program mode selector switch
(automatic shift program) .............. 296
Program mode selector switch
(manual shift program) .................. 298
Shifting procedure ......................... 293
Steering wheel gearshift control .... 297
Transmission position indicator ..... 294
Transmission positions .................. 294
AUX
Audio ............................................. 172
Media interface .............................. 183
Sockets .......................................... 173
Video ............................................. 172
Axle oils .............................................. 491
Index
B
Backrest
see Seats
Backup lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 446
Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 393
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 57
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 57
Batteries, SmartKey
Checking condition ........................ 255
Replacing ....................................... 461
Battery, Vehicle ................................. 469
Charging ........................................ 471
Jump starting ................................. 471
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 425, 444
Bead (tire) .......................................... 393
Beverage holders
see Cup holders
Blind Spot Assist ............................... 335
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 423
Switching on or off ......................... 213
Bluetooth® interface ......................... 138
Brake Assist System
see BAS
Brake Assist System PLUS
see BAS PLUS
Brake fluid
Checking level ............................... 373
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 434
Brake lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Brake pads
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 428
Brakes ................................................ 398
High-performance brake system .... 400
Warning lamp ................................. 451
Break-in period .................................. 366
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
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CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 23
California retail buyers and
lessees, important notice for ............. 21
Calls (phone) ..............................
135, 211
Can holders
see Cup holders
Capacities and recommended
fuel/lubricants .................................. 490
Carpets, cleaning .............................. 409
CD player ............................................ 162
Central locking
Automatic ...................................... 257
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Locking/unlocking from inside ...... 257
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Central locking/unlocking switch ... 257
Certification label .............................. 480
Children in the vehicle
Air bags ........................................... 37
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 54
Indicator lamp, front passenger
front air bag off ................................ 41
Infant and child restraint systems .... 51
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 54
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 41
Override switch ................................ 55
Safety notes ..................................... 51
Tether anchorage points .................. 53
Top tether ........................................ 53
Child safety
see Children in the vehicle
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
Chrome-plated exhaust tip,
cleaning .............................................. 410
Cigarette lighter ................................ 353
Climate control system .................... 338
Air conditioning ............................. 340
Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 493
Air distribution ............................... 342
Air recirculation mode ................... 343
Air volume ..................................... 342
Automatic mode ............................ 341
Deactivating system ...................... 340
Front defroster
.............................. 343
Maximum cooling MAX COOL ........ 343
Residual heat and ventilation
......... 344
Temperature .................................. 341
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 393
Collapsible wheel chock ................... 412
COMAND .............................................. 68
Address book ................................. 146
Audio playback .............................. 162
AUX sockets .................................. 172
Components .................................... 69
Controller ......................................... 71
FM/AM Radio ................................ 152
Gracenote® Media Database ......... 171
HD Radio™ .................................... 154
Inserting/ejecting CDs and DVDs . 165
Introduction ..................................... 68
iPod® ............................................. 183
Media interface .............................. 183
Music Register ............................... 180
Navigation ........................................ 83
Operating ......................................... 72
Phone book .................................... 146
Reset to factory settings .................. 82
Satellite radio ................................ 157
SD card .......................................... 166
Shortcut buttons .............................. 69
Switching on or off ........................... 68
System settings ............................... 79
Telephone ...................................... 135
Telephone keypad ............................ 70
Upload/Download of Data ............... 82
USB socket ...................................... 72
Vehicle settings ............................. 189
Video DVD ..................................... 174
Voice Control System .................... 217
Combination switch .......................... 277
Controller (COMAND) .......................... 71
Control system .................................. 201
Multifunction display ..................... 203
Multifunction steering wheel ......... 202
Control system menus ...................... 203
AMG ............................................... 208
Assistance ..................................... 212
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Audio ............................................. 207
Navi ............................................... 206
Service ........................................... 214
Settings
......................................... 214
Telephone ...................................... 211
Trip ................................................ 204
Coolant
Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 495
Capacities ...................................... 491
Checking level ............................... 372
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 442
Temperature gauge ........................ 300
Corner-illuminating lamps ................ 278
Cruise control .................................... 302
Activating ....................................... 302
Canceling ....................................... 303
Changing the set speed ................. 303
Last stored speed .......................... 304
Lever .............................................. 302
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 420
Resume function ............................ 304
Setting current speed .................... 303
Cup holders ........................................ 350
Curb weight ....................................... 393
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
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Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data recording ..................................... 23
Daytime running lamp mode ............ 276
Switching on or off ......................... 215
Deep water
see Standing water
Defogging (windshield) ..................... 343
Defroster
Front (Climate control system) ...... 343
Rear window .................................. 344
Department of Transportation
see DOT
Difficulties
While driving .................................. 288
With starting .................................. 286
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Digital speedometer
Additional speedometer .................
Dimensions (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 385
Displays
COMAND display ............................. 69
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 307
Maintenance service indicator ....... 402
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 414
Multifunction display ..................... 203
Symbol messages .......................... 428
Text messages ............................... 416
Trip computer ................................ 204
Vehicle status message memory ... 214
Display settings (COMAND) ................ 79
DISTRONIC PLUS ............................... 304
Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Displaying the distance graphic ..... 308
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 307
Distance warning lamp .......... 307, 457
Driving ........................................... 310
Driving with .................................... 313
Lever .............................................. 309
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 421
Resume function ............................ 312
Sensor cover .................................. 406
Speed settings ............................... 311
Stopping ........................................ 311
Door control panel .............................. 34
Doors
Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) . 253
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ...... 252
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 439
Opening from inside ...................... 256
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 359
Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 460
DOT (Department of
Transportation) .................................. 393
Drinking and driving ......................... 397
Drive-dynamic multicontour seats .. 199
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Driving
Abroad ........................................... 401
Hydroplaning ................................. 400
Instructions ........................... 285, 397
In winter ........................................ 396
Problems ....................................... 288
Safety systems
................................ 56
Systems ......................................... 301
Through standing water ................. 400
With DISTRONIC PLUS ................... 313
Driving and parking
Safety notes .................................. 285
Driving off .................................. 287, 400
Driving safety systems ....................... 56
ABS .................................................. 57
Adaptive Brake ................................ 59
Adaptive Brake Lights ...................... 59
BAS .................................................. 57
BAS PLUS ........................................ 57
EBP .................................................. 59
ESC .................................................. 59
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 60
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 62
Driving systems
Active Body Control (ABC) ............. 319
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 327
AIRMATIC ...................................... 317
All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 321
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 335
Cruise control ................................ 302
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 304
Hill-start assist system .................. 315
HOLD function ............................... 316
Night View Assist ........................... 333
Park Assist ..................................... 324
Parktronic system .......................... 321
Rear view camera .......................... 332
Driving tips, automatic
transmission ...................................... 295
DVD, audio ......................................... 162
DVD, video ......................................... 174
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EBP (Electronic Brake
Proportioning) ...................................... 59
Electrical system
Improper work on or
modifications
................................... 22
Power outlets ................................. 353
Electrical system (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Electronic parking brake .................. 288
Electronic Stability Control
see ESC
Electronic Traction System
see ETS/4-ETS
Emergency, in case of
First aid kit ..................................... 412
Flat tire .......................................... 465
Hazard warning flasher .................. 278
Roadside Assistance ................ 21, 356
Towing the vehicle ......................... 473
Emergency calls
Tele Aid .......................................... 354
Telephone ...................................... 137
Emergency engine shutdown ........... 478
Emergency operations
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 359
Trunk lid, emergency release ......... 260
Emergency Tensioning Device
see ETD
Emission control ............................... 401
Information label ............................ 481
System warranties ........................... 20
Engine
Break-in recommendations ............ 366
Cleaning ......................................... 405
Compartment ................................ 368
Malfunction indicator lamp ............ 457
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 442
Number .......................................... 481
Starting .......................................... 285
Turning off ..................................... 290
Engine (Technical data)
see Vehicle specification
Engine coolant
see Coolant
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Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 371
Additives ........................................ 493
Checking level ............................... 369
Consumption ................................. 369
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 444
Oil dipstick .....................................
369
Recommended engine oils and oil
filter ............................................... 492
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 59
ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 60
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................... 429, 430, 435
Warning lamp ................................. 456
ETD (Emergency Tensioning
Device) ................................................. 48
Safety guidelines ............................. 39
ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 60
Express operation
Power windows .............................. 282
Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 345
Exterior lamp switch ......................... 275
Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 271
Fold-in function .............................. 273
Parking position ............................. 272
Power folding ................................. 273
Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 26
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Fastening the seat belts ..................... 47
First aid kit .........................................
Flat tire
............................................... 465
412
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 469
Mounting the spare wheel ............. 466
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 465
Spare wheel ........................... 465, 490
Floormats ........................................... 363
Fluids
ABC fluid ................................ 371, 491
Automatic transmission fluid ......... 491
Brake fluid ..................................... 491
Capacities ...................................... 490
Engine coolant ............................... 491
Engine oil ....................................... 490
Index
Power steering fluid ....................... 491
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ........................................... 492
Fog lamps ........................................... 277
Messages in the multifunction
display
................................... 446, 448
Fold-in function for exterior rear
view mirrors ...................................... 273
Four-wheel drive
see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)
Front air bags
see Air bags
Front passenger front air bag ............ 40
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 417
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp ............................. 41, 459
Fuel ..................................................... 366
Additives ........................................ 494
Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 491
Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 397
Fuel consumption statistics ........... 204
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 367
Fuel tank reserve warning lamp ..... 457
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 493
Refueling ........................................ 366
Requirements ................................ 494
Fuel filler flap ..................................... 367
Fuel gauge ......................................... 301
Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 490
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 491
Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 367
Refueling ........................................ 366
Fuses .................................................. 476
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Garage door opener .......................... 360
Gasoline
see Fuel
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 394
Gear range ......................................... 295
Indicator ........................................ 295
Limiting .......................................... 297
Shifting into optimal ...................... 298
Gear selector lever ............................ 291
Cleaning ......................................... 409
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Gearshift pattern ........................... 291
Shifting procedure ......................... 293
Transmission position indicator ..... 294
Transmission positions .................. 294
Generator
see Alternator
Global locking/unlocking
see Key, SmartKey
Glove box ........................................... 348
Gracenote® Media Database ............ 171
Gross Axle Weight Rating
see GAWR
Gross Vehicle Weight
see GVW
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
see GVWR
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 394
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ................................................ 394
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Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 409
Hazard warning flasher .................... 278
HD Radio™ ......................................... 154
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 278
Headlamps
Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ........... 274
Automatic headlamp mode
............ 275
Bi-Xenon ........................................ 274
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Cleaning system ............................ 278
Daytime running lamp mode .......... 276
High-beam flasher ......................... 278
High-beam headlamps ................... 278
Low-beam headlamps .................... 275
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 446
Replacing bulbs ............................. 463
Switch ............................................ 275
Headliner and shelf below rear
window, cleaning and care of .......... 409
Head restraints ................................. 264
Adjustment ............................ 264, 267
Folding back .................................. 268
Rear seat head restraints ............... 268
Heated steering wheel ...................... 270
Height adjustment
Seats ............................................. 264
Vehicle level control ...................... 318
High-beam flasher ............................. 278
High-beam headlamps ...................... 278
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
High-performance brake system
..... 400
Hill-start assist system ..................... 315
HOLD function ................................... 316
Hood ................................................... 368
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 439
Horn ...................................................... 27
Hydroplaning ..................................... 400
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Identification labels .......................... 480
Identification number, vehicle
(VIN) ................................................... 481
Ignition ....................................... 262, 285
Immobilizer .......................................... 65
Indicator lamps
see Lamps, indicator and warning
Infant and child restraint systems
see Children in the vehicle
Inflation pressure
see Tires, Inflation pressure
Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 364
Inside door handle ...................... 34, 256
Instrument cluster ...................... 29, 300
Illumination .................................... 300
Lamps ............................................ 450
Multifunction display ..................... 203
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster, Illumination
Instrument panel
see Instrument cluster
Instruments and controls
see Cockpit
Interior lighting
Emergency lighting ........................ 280
Front .............................................. 279
Front reading lamps ....................... 279
Rear ............................................... 279
Interior rear view mirror ................... 271
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 272
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Interior storage spaces
see Storage compartments
Intermittent wiping
........................... 281
Rain sensor .................................... 281
iPod® (media interface) .................... 183
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type)
see Children in the vehicle
J
Jack ..................................................... 413
Jump starting ..................................... 471
K
Key, Mechanical
Loss of ........................................... 256
Replacing
....................................... 256
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 460
Valet locking .................................. 261
Key, SmartKey
Battery check lamp ........................ 255
Checking batteries ......................... 255
Factory setting ...................... 253, 255
Global locking (KEYLESS-
GO) ................................................ 255
Global locking (SmartKey) ............. 253
Global unlocking (KEYLESS-
GO) ................................................ 255
Global unlocking
(SmartKey) ..................................... 253
Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ... 254
Locking/unlocking ........................ 252
Loss of ........................................... 256
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 440
Opening, trunk ............................... 258
Opening and closing the power
tilt/sliding sunroof ......................... 283
Opening and closing the windows . 283
Remote control .............................. 252
Replacing ....................................... 256
Replacing batteries ........................ 461
Restoring to factory setting ... 253, 255
Selective setting .................... 253, 255
Starter switch positions ................. 262
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KEYLESS-GO
Starter switch positions
Keypad (COMAND) .............................. 70
Kickdown ........................................... 295
Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 299
Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 394
Knee bag .............................................. 40
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Labels
Certification ................................... 480
Emission control information
Tire and Loading Information
placard
........................................... 381
Tire inflation pressure .................... 376
Lamps, exterior
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 275
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 446
Switching on/off ........................... 275
Lamps, indicator and warning
ABS .......................................... 29, 451
Brakes ........................................... 451
Distance warning lamp .......... 307, 457
Engine malfunction ........................ 457
ESC .......................................... 29, 456
ESC OFF ........................................ 456
Fog lamps ...................................... 277
Front passenger front air bag
off ............................................ 41, 459
Fuel tank reserve ........................... 457
High-beam headlamps ............. 29, 278
Instrument cluster ......................... 450
Low tire pressure/TPMS
malfunction telltale ........................ 458
Seat belt telltale ................ 29, 48, 454
SRS .......................................... 36, 455
Turn signals ..................................... 29
Language settings ............................... 81
LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)
see Children in the vehicle
License plate lamps
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 447
Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 408
Lighter
see Cigarette lighter
................. 262
......... 481
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Lighting .............................................. 274
Daytime running lamp mode .......... 276
Exterior
.......................................... 275
Interior ........................................... 279
Limp-home mode .............................. 299
Load index (tires) ...................... 389, 394
Loading
see Vehicle loading
Locking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 253
Manually ........................................ 461
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Loss of
Key ................................................ 256
Service and Warranty Information
booklet .......................................... 480
Low-beam headlamps ....................... 275
Exterior lamp switch ...................... 275
Switching on .................................. 275
Lubricants .......................................... 490
M
Maintenance ........................................ 21
Maintenance Call, automatic (Tele
Aid) ..................................................... 359
Maintenance System
Service indicator display
................ 402
Service indicator message ............. 402
Service term exceeded .................. 402
Manual headlamp mode (Low-
beam headlamps) .............................. 275
Manual shift program ....................... 298
Maximum engine speed
see Vehicle specification
Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 394
Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 394
Maximum permissible tire
inflation pressure .............................. 394
Mechanical key
see Key, Mechanical
Media interface ................................. 183
Memory function ............................... 273
Menus
see Control system menus
Minispare wheel
see Spare wheel
Mirrors ............................................... 271
Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 272
Exterior rear view mirror parking
position ..........................................
Exterior rear view mirrors
.............. 271
272
Interior rear view mirror ................. 271
Memory function ........................... 273
Power folding exterior rear view
mirrors ........................................... 273
Vanity mirror .................................. 351
MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 494
Motor Octane Number
see MON
MP3 .................................................... 162
Multifunction display ........................ 203
Symbol messages .......................... 428
Text messages ............................... 416
Vehicle status messages ............... 414
Multifunction display messages
ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 419
ABS ....................................... 429, 430
Active headlamps .......................... 446
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 423
Advanced TPMS ............................. 426
Air bags ......................................... 417
AIRMATIC ...................................... 437
Alternator .............................. 425, 444
Automatic
transmission .......................... 424, 425
Backrests ....................................... 439
Battery ................................... 425, 444
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 423
Brake fluid ..................................... 434
Brake pads ..................................... 428
Coolant .......................................... 442
Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 449
Cruise control ................................ 420
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 421
Doors ............................................. 439
EBP ................................................ 430
Engine oil ....................................... 444
ESC ............................... 429, 430, 435
Fog lamps .............................. 446, 448
Front passenger front air bag ........ 417
Gas cap .......................................... 445
High-beam lamps ........................... 447
Hood .............................................. 439
License plate lamps ....................... 447
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Light sensor ................................... 448
Low-beam lamps ............................
448
Night View Assist ........................... 438
Park Assist ..................................... 422
Parking lamps ................................ 447
PRE-SAFE® .................................... 416
Radar sensors ................................ 424
Reserve fuel ................................... 445
Reverse lamp ................................. 446
Side marker lamps ......................... 446
SmartKey ....................................... 440
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 440
SRS ................................................ 436
Tele Aid .......................................... 436
Tire inflation pressure ............ 426, 450
Tire pressure monitor .................... 426
Tires ...................................... 426, 450
Trunk ............................................. 439
Turn signals ................................... 449
Multifunction steering wheel
Adjustment .................................... 270
Buttons .......................................... 202
Cleaning ......................................... 409
Gearshift control ............................ 297
Heating .......................................... 270
Memory function ........................... 273
Music Register ................................... 180
N
Navigation ............................................ 83
Alternative route ............................ 125
Compass
........................................
124
Destination memory ...................... 132
Entering a destination ...................... 93
Entering a stopover ........................ 109
Introduction ..................................... 83
Lane recommendation ................... 118
Last destinations ........................... 134
Map software version ...................... 83
Points of interest (POI) ................... 111
Route guidance .............................. 116
Traffic messages ............................ 125
Zagat® Rating Service .................... 115
“Where am I?” function .................. 123
Navi menu .......................................... 206
Nets, parcel ....................................... 348
Night security illumination .............. 191
Index
Night View Assist .............................. 333
Cleaning the
the camera .................................... 407
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 438
Normal occupant weight .................. 394
Number, vehicle identification
(VIN) ................................................... 481
O
Occupant Classification System
see OCS
System)
Occupant distribution ....................... 394
Occupant safety
Air bags ........................................... 37
Children and air bags ....................... 37
Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Child seat anchors – LATCH-type
(ISOFIX) ........................................... 54
Fastening the seat belts ................... 47
Front passenger front air bag off
indicator lamp .......................... 41, 459
Infant and child restraint systems .... 51
Introduction ..................................... 36
ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –
LATCH-type) ..................................... 54
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 41
PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 49
Seat belts .................................. 39, 45
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ................................................ 41
Self-test ........................................... 45
Odometer ........................................... 204
Oil, oil level
see Engine oil
On-board computer
see Control system
One-touch gearshifting ..................... 297
Operating safety .................................. 22
Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 406
Overhead control panel ...................... 34
windshield in front of
(Occupant Classification
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P
Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 404
Paintwork code ................................. 481
Panic alarm .......................................... 55
Parcel nets ......................................... 348
Park Assist ......................................... 324
Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Collision warning
........................... 327
Messages in the multifunction
........................................... 422
display
Range ............................................ 325
Switching on/off ........................... 327
System sensors ............................. 406
Warning indicators ......................... 326
Parking ............................................... 288
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 327
Park Assist ..................................... 324
Parktronic system .......................... 321
Parking Guidance, Advanced ........... 327
Parking position
Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 272
Transmission position .................... 294
Parktronic system
Cleaning system sensors ............... 406
Malfunction .................................... 324
Minimum distance ......................... 322
Sensor range ................................. 322
Switching on/off ........................... 323
System sensors ............................. 322
Warning indicators ......................... 323
Parts service ...................................... 480
PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
see Front passenger front air bag
off indicator lamp
Passenger safety
see Occupant safety
Pedals ................................................. 397
Phone
see Telephone
Phone book ........................................ 146
Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 409
Power assistance .............................. 398
Power closing assist for doors and
trunk lid .............................................. 261
Power outlets .................................... 353
Power seats
see Seats
Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Operation .......................................
Synchronizing
................................ 347
345
Power washer .................................... 404
Power windows ................................. 282
Cleaning ......................................... 408
Operation ....................................... 282
Rear side window, override switch ... 55
Synchronizing ................................ 283
Practical hints ................................... 412
PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 49
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 416
PRE-SAFE® Brake ................................. 62
Activating/deactivating ................. 213
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 416
Problems
While driving .................................. 288
With vehicle ..................................... 23
With wipers .................................... 281
Product information ............................ 20
Production options weight ............... 394
Program mode selector switch
Automatic shift program ................ 296
Manual shift program ..................... 298
Proximity key
see Key, SmartKey
PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 394
R
RACETIMER ........................................ 209
Radar sensors
Messages in the multifunction
display
........................................... 424
Switching on or off
......................... 216
Radio .................................................. 152
HD Radio™ .................................... 154
Satellite radio ................................ 157
Selecting stations .......................... 207
Radio transmitters ............................ 401
Rain sensor
see Intermittent wiping
Rear axle oil ....................................... 491
Rear fog lamp
see Fog lamps
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Rear seat head restraints
see Head restraints
Rear side window
Override switch ................................ 55
Rear view camera .............................. 332
Cleaning the camera lens .............. 407
Rear window defroster ..................... 344
Recommended tire inflation
pressure ..................................... 374, 394
Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 493
Refueling ............................................ 366
Regular checks .................................. 367
Reminder, Seat belt
see Seat belts, Telltale
Remote control
see Key, SmartKey
Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 359
Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 359
Replacing
Key ................................................ 256
Replacing bulbs ................................. 463
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Research Octane Number
see RON
Reserve fuel
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 445
Restraint systems
see Occupant safety
Retaining hook .................................. 348
Rims ........................................... 394, 486
Roadside Assistance ................... 21, 356
RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 494
Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 409
S
Safety
Driving safety systems ..................... 56
Occupant safety ...............................
Reporting defects
............................ 23
36
Safety belts
see Seat belts
Satellite radio .................................... 157
SD card ............................................... 166
Seat belt force limiter ......................... 48
Seat belts ............................................. 45
Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 49
Index
Children in the vehicle ..................... 51
Cleaning ......................................... 409
Fastening ......................................... 47
Proper use of ................................... 46
Safety guidelines
Safety notes ..................................... 45
Telltale ..................................... 29, 454
Seat heating ....................................... 269
Seating capacity ................................ 382
Seats .................................................. 264
Adjustment .................................... 264
Drive-dynamic ................................ 199
Heating .......................................... 269
Memory function ........................... 273
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 439
Ventilation ..................................... 269
Selective setting
see Key, SmartKey
Selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Self-test
OCS (Occupant Classification
System) ........................................... 45
Tele Aid .......................................... 354
Service
see Maintenance
Service, parts .................................... 480
Service and warranty information ..... 20
Service intervals
see Maintenance System, Service
indicator message
Service life (tires) .............................. 386
Service menu ..................................... 214
Settings
Automatic locking .......................... 193
Automatic mirror folding ................ 192
Display settings (COMAND) ............. 79
Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 190
Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 255
Factory setting (SmartKey) ............ 253
Individual (vehicle) ......................... 214
Interior ambient lighting ................ 192
Language ......................................... 81
Locator lighting .............................. 192
Memory function ........................... 273
Night security illumination ............. 191
Rear window sunshade .................. 190
............................. 39
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Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ..... 255
Selective setting (SmartKey) .......... 253
................................................. 79
Time
Trunk opening-height restriction .... 193
Voice Control System ...................... 80
Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 409
Shortcut buttons ................................. 69
Side impact air bags ........................... 40
Side marker lamps
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 446
Sidewall (tires) .................................. 395
Side windows
see Power windows
SmartKey
see Key, SmartKey
SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO
see Key, SmartKey
Snow chains ...................................... 396
Snow tires
see Winter tires
Spare wheel ....................................... 486
Mounting ....................................... 466
Storage location ............................ 413
Speedometer ....................................... 29
Speed settings
Cruise control ................................ 303
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 311
Resume function ................... 304, 312
SRS
Indicator lamp .................................. 29
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Indicator lamp ......................... 36, 455
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 436
Standing water, driving through ...... 400
Starter switch positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 262
SmartKey ....................................... 262
Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 286
Starting the engine ........................... 285
Steering column
see Multifunction steering wheel,
Adjustment
Steering wheel
see Multifunction steering wheel
Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 297
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 360
Storage compartments ..................... 348
Storing tires ....................................... 387
Sunroof
see Power tilt/sliding sunroof
Sunshade
Rear window .................................. 352
Sun visors .......................................... 351
Suspension tuning
see AIRMATIC
T
Tachometer .................................. 30, 301
Overspeed range ........................... 301
Tail lamps
Cleaning lenses
............................. 406
Tar stains ........................................... 404
Technical data
Air conditioning refrigerant .... 492, 493
Brake fluid ............................. 491, 493
Capacities fuels, coolants,
lubricants etc. ................................ 490
Coolant .................................. 491, 494
Engine oil additives ........................ 493
Engine oils ............................. 490, 492
Fuel requirements .......................... 494
Gasoline additives .......................... 494
Identification labels ....................... 480
Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 493
Rims and tires ................................ 486
Spare wheel ................................... 490
Vehicle specification
CL 550 4MATIC ............................. 483
Vehicle specification CL 600 ......... 483
Vehicle specification CL 63 AMG ... 484
Vehicle specification CL 65 AMG ... 485
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................... 492, 496
Technical data (dimensions)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (electrical system)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (engine)
see Vehicle specification
Technical data (weights)
see Vehicle specification
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Tele Aid ............................................... 353
Automatic Maintenance Call
.......... 359
Emergency calls ............................. 354
Information button ......................... 357
Initiating an emergency call
manually ........................................ 355
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 436
Remote door lock .......................... 359
Remote door unlock ...................... 359
Roadside Assistance button .......... 356
Search & Send ............................... 358
SOS button .................................... 355
Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 360
System self-test ............................. 354
Telephone .......................................... 135
Answering/ending a call ................ 211
Bluetooth® interface ...................... 138
Call lists ......................................... 150
Call waiting, call holding, and
conference ..................................... 145
Emergency call “911” .................... 137
Functions during a single party
call ................................................. 144
Making calls ................................... 143
Menu ............................................. 211
Operation ....................................... 211
Phone book ........................... 146, 212
Redialing ........................................ 212
Telephone keypad ............................... 70
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 300
Interior temperature ...................... 341
Outside .......................................... 301
Tether anchorage points
see Children in the vehicle
Tightening torque
Wheels ........................................... 469
Time settings ....................................... 79
TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 395
Tire and Loading Information
placard ............................................... 381
Tire and loading terminology ........... 393
Tire Identification Number
see TIN
Index
Tire inflation pressure
Checking ........................................
Important notes on ........................ 375
Label on the inside of fuel filler
flap ................................................ 376
Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 381
Tire labeling ....................................... 389
Tire load rating .................................. 394
Tire ply composition and material
used .................................................... 395
Tires ........................................... 373, 486
Advanced Tire Pressure
Monitoring System (Advanced
TPMS) ............................................ 377
Air pressure ................................... 374
Care and maintenance ................... 386
Cleaning ......................................... 387
Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 385
Important notes on tire inflation
pressure ........................................ 375
Inflation pressure .................. 376, 377
Information placard ....................... 381
Inspection ...................................... 386
Labeling ......................................... 389
Load index ............................. 389, 394
Load rating .................................... 394
Messages in the multifunction
display ................................... 426, 450
Ply composition and material
used ............................................... 395
Problems under-/overinflation ...... 376
Retreads ........................................ 373
Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 486
Rotation ......................................... 388
Service life ..................................... 386
Sizes .............................................. 486
Snow chains .................................. 396
Speed rating .......................... 390, 395
Storing ........................................... 387
Temperature .......................... 375, 388
Terminology ................................... 393
Tire Identification Number ............. 395
TPMS low tire pressure/
malfunction telltale ........................ 458
Traction ................................. 387, 395
Tread ............................................. 395
Tread depth ........................... 386, 395
Treadwear ...................................... 387
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Treadwear indicators ............. 386, 395
Vehicle maximum load on .............. 395
Wear pattern
.................................. 388
Winter tires ............................ 395, 486
Tire speed rating ....................... 390, 395
Top tether
see Children in the vehicle
Total load limit ................................... 395
Towing
Towing eye bolt .............................. 474
Vehicle ........................................... 473
Towing eye bolt ................................. 474
Traction ...................................... 387, 395
Traffic messages ............................... 125
Transfer case ..................................... 299
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission fluid level .................... 371
Transmission gear selector lever
see Gear selector lever
Transmission positions .................... 294
Traveling abroad ............................... 401
Tread (tires) ....................................... 395
Tread depth (tires) .................... 386, 395
Treadwear .......................................... 387
Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 386, 395
Trip menu ........................................... 204
Trunk
Closing ........................................... 258
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 439
Opening ......................................... 258
Opening/closing system ............... 259
Opening-height restriction ............. 193
Trunk lid emergency release .......... 260
Unlocking manually ....................... 461
Valet locking .................................. 261
Turning off the engine ...................... 290
Turn signals ....................................... 277
Cleaning lenses ............................. 406
Indicator lamps ................................ 29
Messages in the multifunction
display ........................................... 449
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards .................................. 387, 395
Units
Selecting speedometer display
mode ............................................. 215
Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 493
Unlocking the vehicle
KEYLESS-GO
Manually
.................................. 253
........................................ 460
SmartKey ....................................... 252
Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 409
USB devices (media interface) ......... 183
USB socket ........................................... 72
Useful features .................................. 350
V
Valet locking ...................................... 261
Vehicle
Battery ........................................... 469
Care ............................................... 403
Control system .............................. 201
Identification Number (VIN) ........... 480
Individual settings .......................... 214
Locking/unlocking
Lowering (wheel change)
........................ 252
............... 469
Modifications and alterations,
Operating safety .............................. 22
Towing ........................................... 473
Unlocking/locking manually .......... 460
Vehicle dimensions
see Vehicle specification
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ................................................... 480
Vehicle jack
see Jack
Vehicle level control
see AIRMATIC
Vehicle lighting .................................. 274
Vehicle loading
Instructions .................................... 347
Load limit ....................................... 382
Terminology ................................... 393
Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 395
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Vehicle specification
CL 550 4MATIC ............................. 483
CL 600 ........................................... 483
CL 63 AMG .................................... 484
CL 65 AMG .................................... 485
Vehicle status message memory .... 214
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 412
Vehicle washing
see Vehicle care
Vehicle weights
see Vehicle specification
Video .................................................. 174
Video Aux ........................................... 172
Voice Control System
Address book ................................. 229
CD/DVD changer/MP3 ................. 234
Command list ................................ 237
External devices ............................. 236
Individualization ............................. 250
Introduction ................................... 217
Navigation ..................................... 219
Radio ............................................. 231
Settings ........................................... 80
Telephone ...................................... 225
Troubleshooting ............................. 247
Index
Wheel
Changing ....................................... 465
Removing ....................................... 467
Spare ............................................. 465
Tightening torque ........................... 469
Wheels, sizes
Wheels, Tires and .............................. 373
Window curtain air bags ..................... 41
Windows
see Power windows
Windows, cleaning ............................ 408
Windshield
Cleaning wiper blades .................... 408
Defogging ...................................... 343
Infrared reflecting .......................... 364
Washer fluid ................................... 496
Wipers ........................................... 280
Windshield wipers
Replacing wiper blades .................. 464
Winter driving
Instructions .................................... 396
Snow chains .................................. 396
Tires ............................................... 395
Winter tires ................................ 395, 486
Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 410
..................................... 486
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Warning sounds
Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 330
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 307
Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt
..... 48
Electronic parking brake ................ 431
Park Assist ..................................... 326
Parktronic system .......................... 324
Seat belt telltale ............................ 454
Warranty coverage ............................ 480
Washer and headlamp cleaning
system ................................................ 496
Washer fluid
Mixing ratio .................................... 496
Refilling .......................................... 372
Washing the vehicle .......................... 403
Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 388
Weights (vehicle)
see Vehicle specification
Z
ZAGAT® Rating Service ..................... 115
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Product Information
Please
observe
the following in your own best
interest:
We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz Parts as well as conversion parts and
accessories explicitly approved by us for your
vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their
reliability, safety and special suitability for
Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
We are unable to make an assessment for
other products and therefore cannot be held
responsible for them, even if in individual
cases an official approval or authorization by
governmental or other agencies should exist.
Use of such parts and accessories could
adversely affect the safety, performance or
reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use
them.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories
are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive
comprehensive information on permissible
technical modifications and expert
installations.
Operator’s Manual
Notes
This Operator’s
Manual contains a great deal
of useful information. We urge you to read it
carefully and familiarize yourself with the
vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of
the vehicle, we urge you to follow the
instructions and warnings contained in this
Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could
result in damage to the vehicle or personal
injury to you or others. Vehicle damage
caused by failure to follow instructions is not
covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty.
We continuously strive to improve our
product and ask for your understanding that
we reserve the right to make changes in
design and equipment. Therefore,
information, illustrations, and descriptions in
this Operator’s
Manual might differ from your
vehicle.
Vehicle equipment
Your vehicle may have some or all of the
equipment described in this manual.
Therefore, you may find explanations for
optional equipment not installed in your
vehicle. If you have any questions about
operating particular equipment, any
authorized
Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad
to demonstrate the proper procedures.
Optional equipment is also described in this
manual, including operating instructions
wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions and illustrations
herein may vary slightly from the actual
equipment of your vehicle.
If there are any equipment details that are not
shown or described in this Operator’s
Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz
Center will be glad to inform you of correct
care and operating procedures. The
Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet
are important documents and should be kept
with the vehicle.
Service and warranty information
The Service and Warranty Information
booklet contains detailed information about
the warranties
covering your Mercedes-Benz,
including:
R
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R
Emission System Warranty
R
Emission Performance Warranty
R
California, Connecticut, Maine,
Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,
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State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon
Laws)
Important notice for California retail
buyers
lessees of Mercedes-Benz
and
automobiles
Under California law you may be entitled to a
replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the
purchase price or lease price, if after a
reasonable number of repair attempts
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its
authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix
one or more substantial defects or
malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered
by its express warranty. During the period of
18 months from original delivery of the
vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles
(approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer
of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a
reasonable number of repair attempts is
presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or
more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition that is
likely to cause death or serious bodily
injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect
or malfunction
has been subject to repair
two or more times, and you have directly
notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in
writing of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of a less serious nature than
category (1) has been subject to repair
four or more times and you have directly
notified us in writing of the need for its
repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Written notification should not be sent to a
dealer, it should be addressed to
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Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Maintenance Booklet describes all the
necessary maintenance work which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Maintenance Booklet with
you when you take the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
service. The service advisor will record each
service in the booklet for you.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program provides factory-trained technical
help
the event of a breakdown. Calls to the
in
toll-free Roadside Assistance number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372)
(in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)
will be answered by Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Representatives
24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
For additional information refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program brochure (in the USA) or the
Roadside Assistance section of the Service
and Warranty Information Booklet (in
Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
If you change your address, be sure to send
in the “Change of Address Notice” found in
the Service and Warranty Information
Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz
Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or
Customer Service (in Canada) at
1-800-387-0100
. This will assist us in
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contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all
literature with
the vehicle to make it available
to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to
send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car”
found in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the
USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer
Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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Service
facilities
or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with
catalytic converters may not be available;
the use of leaded fuels will damage the
catalysts.
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Gasoline may have a considerably lower
octane rating, and improper fuel can cause
engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe under our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:
In the USA:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Warning!
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Work improperly carried out on electronic
components and associated software could
cause them
vehicle’s electronic components are
interconnected, any modifications made may
produce an undesired effect on other
systems. Electronic malfunctions could
seriously impair the operating safety of your
vehicle.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for repairs or modifications to electronic
components.
Other improper work or modifications on the
vehicle could also have a negative impact on
the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function while the
engine is running. You should therefore never
turn off the engine while driving.
G
Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or
tires/wheels may cause serious damage and
impair the operating safety of your vehicle.
Such blows can be caused, for example, by
running over an obstacle, road debris or a
pothole. If you feel a sudden significant
vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect
that damage to your vehicle as occurred:
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turn on your hazard warning flashers
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slow down carefully
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drive with
distance from the road
Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/
wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle
appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other
qualified maintenance or repair facility for
further inspection or repairs.
to cease functioning. Because the
Warning!
caution to an area which is a safe
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Proper use of the vehicle
Proper
of the vehicle requires that you are
use
familiar with the following information and
rules:
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the safety precautions in this manual
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the “Technical data” section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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motor vehicle laws and safety standards
Warning!
G
Various warning labels are attached to your
vehicle. These
make you and others aware of various risks.
Do not remove any of these warning labels
unless explicitly instructed to do so by
information on the label itself. Removing
warning labels may cause you and others to
be unaware of certain risks which may result
in an accident and/or personal injury.
warning labels are intended to
Problems with your vehicle
If you
should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to
contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and corrected if required. If the matter is not
handled to your satisfaction, please discuss
the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center
management or, if necessary, contact us at
one of the following addresses:
In the USA:
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada:
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Introduction
Reporting safety defects
For the USA only:
The following
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
“National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966”.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153)
www.safercar.gov; or write to:
Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters,
1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building,
Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
www.safercar.gov.
Vehicle data recording
Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including notice
§ 9951)
Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data
and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may
transmit some data in certain accidents.
text is published as required of
; go to
pursuant to California Code
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This information helps, for example, to
diagnose vehicle
systems after a collision and
to continuously improve vehicle safety.
Daimler may access the information and
share it with others
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for safety research or vehicle diagnosis
purposes
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with the consent of the vehicle owner or
lessee
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in response to an official request by law
enforcement or other government agency
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for use in dispute resolution involving
Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service
organization and/or
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as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please check the Tele Aid subscription
service agreement for details regarding the
information that may be recorded or
transmitted via that system.
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Cockpit ................................................. 27
Instrument cluster .............................. 29
Control systems .................................. 31
Center console .................................... 33
Overhead control panel ...................... 34
Driver’s door control panel ................ 34
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Exterior view
At a glance
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This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available
for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be
equipped with all features described in this manual.
Function Page
:
Trunk:
Locking and unlocking 252
Opening and closing 257,
Valet locking 261
;
Rear lamps 463
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Rear window defroster 344
?
Fuel filler flap 366
A
Doors:
Locking and unlocking 252,
B
Exterior rear view mirrors 271
Parking position 272
Power folding 273
C
Towing eyes
258
460
474
Function Page
D
Tires and wheels 373
Rims and tires 486
E
Hood 368
F
Headlamp cleaning system 278
G
Front lamps 463
H
Wipers 280
Wiper blades, replacing 464
Wiper blades, cleaning 408
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Windshield:
Wiping with washer fluid 280
Cleaning 408
J
Roof:
Power tilt/sliding sunroof 345
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Cockpit
Function Page
:
Combination switch:
Turn signals 277
Wipers 280
High beam 278
;
Cruise control lever:
Cruise control 302
DISTRONIC PLUS 304
=
Horn
?
Multifunction steering
wheel 202
A
Instrument cluster 29,
B
Steering wheel gearshift
control 297
C
Gear selector lever 291
D
Control panel with:
Front passenger front air
bag off indicator lamp 41
Vehicle level control switch 318,
300
319
Function Page
Suspension tuning switch 317,
Parktronic/Park Assist
deactivation switch
Swiveling COMAND display 70
COMAND display
illumination 70
Instrument cluster display
illumination 300
E
COMAND display 69
F
Overhead control panel 34
G
Climate control 338
Center console 33
H
Glove box lock 348
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CD/DVD changer 165
SD card slot 166
J
Control systems controls 31
K
Starter switch 262
KEYLESS-GO start/stop
button 262
Cockpit
320
321,
324
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Function Page
L
Steering wheel adjustment
stalk 270
Heated steering wheel 270
M
Electronic parking brake 288
N
At a glance
Door control panel 34
O
Hood lock release
368
Function Page
P
On-board diagnostics
(OBD) socket
Q
Night View Assist 333
R
Exterior lamp switch 275
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