Mercedes-Benz Cl-Class 2006 Owner's Manual

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Operator’s Manual

CL-Class

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Order No. 6515 2192 13 Part No. 215 584 74 83 USA Edition A 2006

Operator’s Manual CL-Class

CL 500 CL 55 AMG CL 600 CL 65 AMG

Our company and staff congratulate you on the purchase of your new Mercedes-Benz.

앫 Please read this manual carefully, then

return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your reference.

Your selection of our product is a demonstration of your trust in our company name. Furthermore, it exemplifies your desire to own an automobile that will be as easy as possible to operate and provide years of service.

Your Mercedes-Benz represents the efforts of many skilled engineers and craftsmen. To help assure your driving pleasure, and also the safety of you and your passengers, we ask you to make a small investment of time:

앫 Please follow the recommendations

contained in this manual. They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes-Benz.

앫 Please pay attention to the warnings

and cautions contained in this manual. They are designed to help improve the safety of the vehicle operator and occupants.

We extend our best wishes for many miles of safe, pleasurable driving.

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC A DaimlerChrysler Company

Contents

Introduction .......................................... 9

Product information................................ 9

Operator’s Manual ............................... 10

Service and warranty information .. 10 Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of

Mercedes-Benz automobiles .......... 11

Maintenance .................................. 12

Roadside Assistance ...................... 12

Change of address or ownership.... 12

Operating your vehicle outside

the USA or Canada......................... 13

Where to find it.................................... 14

Symbols............................................... 15

Operating safety .................................. 16

Proper use of the vehicle ............... 16

Problems with your vehicle.................. 17

Reporting safety defects...................... 18

Reporting safety defects ................ 18

Vehicle data recording......................... 19

Information regarding electronic

recording devices........................... 19

At a glance .......................................... 21

Cockpit................................................. 22

Instrument cluster ................................ 24

Multifunction steering wheel ................ 26

Center console ..................................... 27

Upper part ...................................... 27

Lower part ...................................... 28

Overhead control panel ........................ 29

Door control panel................................ 30

Getting started ................................... 31

Unlocking ............................................. 32

Unlocking with the SmartKey ......... 32

Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*......... 33

Starter switch positions.................. 34

Adjusting .............................................. 37

Seats .............................................. 37

Steering wheel................................ 42

Mirrors............................................ 43

Driving.................................................. 45

Fastening the seat belts ................. 45

Starting the engine ......................... 48

Parking brake ................................. 50

Driving ............................................ 51

Switching on headlamps ................. 52

Turn signals .................................... 53

Windshield wipers........................... 54

Problems while driving.................... 56

Parking and locking .............................. 57

Parking brake ................................. 58

Switching off headlamps................. 58

Turning off the engine..................... 58

Releasing seat belts........................ 59

Locking........................................... 60

Contents

Safety and Security ........................... 61

Occupant safety................................... 62

Air bags .......................................... 63

Seat belts ....................................... 68

Children in the vehicle.................... 72

Blocking of rear side windows

operation........................................ 78

Panic alarm .......................................... 79

Activating ....................................... 79

Deactivating ................................... 79

Driving safety systems......................... 80

ABS ................................................ 80

BAS ................................................ 81

ESP

............................................... 82

Anti-theft systems................................ 85

Immobilizer..................................... 85

Anti-theft alarm system .................. 85

Tow-away alarm ............................. 87

Controls in detail ............................... 89

Locking and unlocking......................... 90

SmartKey ....................................... 90

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ........ 94

Opening the doors from the

inside ........................................... 100

Opening the trunk ........................ 101

Closing the trunk.......................... 103

Trunk emergency release ............. 109

Power closing assist for doors

and trunk lid................................. 110

Automatic central locking ............ 110

Locking and unlocking from

the inside ..................................... 111

Seats ................................................. 112

Easy-entry/exit feature ................ 112

Removing and installing front

seat head restraints ..................... 114

Rear seat head restraints ............. 115

Lumbar support............................ 117

Multicontour seats* ..................... 117

Seat heating................................. 119

Seat ventilation* .......................... 121

Memory function ............................... 122

Storing positions into memory ..... 123

Recalling positions from memory. 123 Storing exterior rear view

mirror parking position ................ 124

Lighting ............................................. 125

Exterior lamp switch .................... 125

Combination switch ..................... 129

Hazard warning flasher ................ 130

Interior lighting ............................ 131

Courtesy lighting.......................... 133

Door entry lamps ......................... 133

Trunk lighting ............................... 133

Instrument cluster ............................. 134

Instrument cluster illumination .... 134

Coolant temperature gauge ......... 135

Trip odometer .............................. 135

Tachometer.................................. 136

Outside temperature indicator..... 136

Clock............................................ 136

Contents

Control system .................................. 137

Multifunction display.................... 137

Multifunction steering wheel........ 138

Menus .......................................... 140

Standard display menu ................ 142

AUDIO menu ................................ 142

CD changer operating mode ........ 145

TEL menu* ................................... 147

NAVI menu................................... 149

Distronic* menu........................... 150

Trip computer menu..................... 151

Vehicle status message

memory menu .............................. 153

Settings menu.............................. 154

Automatic transmission..................... 165

Gear selector lever position ......... 167

Driving tips................................... 169

Gear ranges ................................. 170

Automatic shift program .............. 171

Gear selector lever one-touch

gearshifting .................................. 172

Steering wheel gearshift control one-touch gear shifting

CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG......... 173

Manual shift program

CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG.......... 175

Emergency operation

(Limp Home Mode) ....................... 177

Good visibility..................................... 178

Headlamp cleaning system ........... 178

Rear view mirrors.......................... 178

Power folding exterior rear

view mirrors .................................. 180

Sun visors ..................................... 181

Rear window sunshade* ............... 182

Automatic climate control .................. 184

Deactivating the climate

control system .............................. 187

Setting the temperature................ 187

Adjusting air distribution............... 188

Adjusting air volume ..................... 189

Maximum cooling MAXCOOL........ 189

Defrosting ..................................... 189

Air recirculation mode .................. 190

Charcoal filter ............................... 191

Rear window defroster.................. 193

Air conditioning............................. 193

Residual heat and ventilation........ 194

Ventilated storage compartment .. 195 Rear passenger compartment

adjustable air vents ...................... 196

Power windows .................................. 197

Opening and closing the power

windows........................................ 197

Synchronizing the power

windows........................................ 199

Summer opening feature .............. 200

Convenience closing feature......... 200

Power tilt/sliding sunroof .................. 202

Opening and closing the power

tilt/sliding sunroof........................ 202

Synchronizing the power

tilt/sliding sunroof........................ 204

Driving systems.................................. 205

Cruise control ............................... 205

Distronic* ..................................... 208

Active Body Control (ABC) ............ 220

Parktronic system*

(Parking assist) ............................. 223

Contents

Loading .............................................. 228

Roof rack*.................................... 228

Loading instructions..................... 229

Cargo tie-down hooks .................. 229

Useful features .................................. 230

Vanity mirrors............................... 230

Storage compartments................. 231

Cup holders.................................. 235

Ashtrays ....................................... 237

Cigarette lighter ........................... 238

Heated steering wheel*

(CL 500 and CL 600) .................... 239

Telephone*................................... 240

Tele Aid ........................................ 241

Garage door opener ..................... 249

Infrared reflecting windshield....... 256

Operation ......................................... 257

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ......... 258

Driving instructions............................ 259

Drive sensibly – save fuel............. 259

Drinking and driving ..................... 259

Pedals .......................................... 259

Power assistance ......................... 259

Brakes.......................................... 260

Driving off .................................... 262

Parking......................................... 262

Tires ............................................. 263

Hydroplaning................................ 263

Tire traction.................................. 264

Tire speed rating .......................... 264

Winter driving instructions ........... 265

Standing water............................. 266

Passenger compartment .............. 267

Driving abroad.............................. 267

Control and operation of

’radio transmitters ....................... 267

Catalytic converter....................... 268

Emission control .......................... 268

Coolant temperature .................... 269

At the gas station .............................. 270

Refueling...................................... 270

Check regularly and before

a long trip..................................... 271

Engine compartment ......................... 273

Hood ............................................ 273

Engine oil ..................................... 274

Transmission fluid level................ 279

Active Body Control (ABC)

fluid level ..................................... 279

Coolant level ................................ 280

Battery ......................................... 281

Windshield washer system and

headlamp cleaning system........... 282

Tires and wheels................................ 283

Important guidelines .................... 283

Tire care and maintenance........... 284

Direction of rotation..................... 286

Loading the vehicle ...................... 286

Recommended tire inflation

pressure....................................... 292

Checking tire inflation pressure ... 294

Tire labeling ................................. 299

Load identification ....................... 303

Contents

DOT, Tire Identification Number

(TIN) ............................................. 304

Maximum tire load ....................... 305

Maximum tire inflation pressure .. 306 Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards (U.S. vehicles)............. 306

Tire ply material ........................... 308

Tire and loading terminology........ 309

Rotating tires ............................... 312

Winter driving .................................... 313

Winter tires .................................. 313

Block heater (Canada only) .......... 314

Snow chains................................. 314

Maintenance...................................... 315

Maintenance service indicator

message....................................... 315

Calling up the maintenance

service indicator........................... 316

Resetting the maintenance

service indicator........................... 317

Vehicle care....................................... 318

Cleaning and care of vehicle ........ 318

Practical hints .................................. 327

What to do if …? ................................. 328

Lamps in instrument cluster ......... 328

Lamp in center console................. 336

Vehicle status messages in

the multifunction display .............. 337

Where will I find ...? ............................ 369

First aid kit.................................... 369

Vehicle jack, vehicle tool kit,

luggage bowl, spare wheel............ 370

Unlocking/locking in an emergency... 372

Unlocking the vehicle.................... 372

Locking the vehicle ....................... 373

Fuel filler flap ................................ 374

Opening/closing in an emergency ..... 375

Tilt/sliding sunroof ....................... 375

Replacing SmartKey batteries ............ 376

SmartKey ...................................... 376

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* ....... 377

Replacing bulbs .................................. 378

Bulbs............................................. 379

Replacing bulbs for front lamps .... 381

Replacing bulbs for rear lamps ..... 382

Replacing wiper blades ...................... 384

Removing wiper blades................. 384

Installing wiper blades .................. 385

Flat tire............................................... 386

Preparing the vehicle .................... 386

Mounting the spare wheel ............ 386

Battery ............................................... 391

Disconnecting the battery ............ 392

Removing the battery ................... 392

Charging and reinstalling the

battery .......................................... 392

Reconnecting the battery ............. 393

Jump starting...................................... 394

Towing the vehicle.............................. 396

Installing towing eye bolt .............. 398

Fuses.................................................. 399

Aids for replacing fuses ................ 399

Fuse boxes in passenger

compartment ................................ 400

Fuse boxes in engine

compartment ................................ 401

Contents

Technical data.................................. 403

Parts service ...................................... 404

Warranty coverage............................. 405

Loss of Service and Warranty

Information Booklet...................... 405

Identification labels............................ 406

Layout of poly-V-belt drive ................. 407

CL 500 ......................................... 407

CL 55 AMG................................... 407

CL 600 and CL 65 AMG ............... 407

Engine................................................ 408

Rims and Tires ................................... 410

Same size tires............................. 412

Mixed size tires ............................ 414

Spare wheel ................................. 415

Electrical system................................ 416

Main dimensions and weights............ 417

Main dimensions .......................... 417

Weights ........................................ 417

Fuels, coolants, lubricants, etc. ......... 418

Capacities .................................... 418

Engine oils.................................... 420

Engine oil additives ...................... 420

Air conditioning refrigerant .......... 420

Brake fluid.................................... 420

Premium unleaded gasoline ......... 421

Fuel requirements ........................ 421

Gasoline additives ........................ 422

Coolants....................................... 422

Windshield washer system and

headlamp cleaning system........... 425

Technical terms............................... 427

Index................................................. 433

왔

Product information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using Genuine Mercedes-Benz 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.

Introduction

Product information

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories approved by us are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center where you will receive comprehensive information, also on permissible technical modifications, and where proper installation will be performed.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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 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.

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 the operation of any equipment, your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

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.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are special-order 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, your 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:

앫 New Car Limited Warranty

앫 Emission System Warranty

앫 Emission Performance Warranty

앫 California, Maine, Massachusetts, and

Vermont Emission Control System Warranty (California, Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont only)

앫 State Warranty Enforcement Laws

(Lemon Laws)

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if 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 after a reasonable number of repair attempts. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approx. 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 mal-

function 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 mal-

function 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 be sent to us, not a dealer, at Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, Customer Assistance Center, One Mercedes Drive, Montvale, NJ 07645-0350.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

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 your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

Roadside Assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in your vehicle literature portfolio.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. It is in your own interest that we can contact you 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 Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes, or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

Introduction

Operator’s Manual

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

앫 service facilities or replacement parts

may not be readily available,

앫 unleaded gasoline for vehicles with cat-

alytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts,

앫 gasoline may have a considerably low-

er 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 your 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

Introduction

Where to find it

This Operator’s Manual is designed to provide comprehensive support information for you, the vehicle operator. Each section has its own reference color.

At a glance

Here you will find an overview of all the controls that can be operated from the driver’s seat.

Getting started

Here you will find all the information you need for your first drive. You should read this section first if this is your first Mercedes-Benz vehicle or if you are renting or borrowing this vehicle.

Safety and Security

Here you will find descriptions of the safety and security features of your vehicle.

Controls in detail

Here you will find detailed information about the equipment installed in your vehicle. This section expands on the “Getting started” section and also describes technical innovations. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

Operation

Here you will find all the information you need for the proper operation of your vehicle.

Practical hints

This section provides fast assistance for dealing with problems you may encounter.

Technical data

All important technical data for your vehicle can be found in this section.

Indexes

The glossary provides explanations of the most important technical terms.

The table of contents and the index are designed to help you find information quickly and easily.

The following publications are part of your vehicle documentation:

앫 this Operator’s Manual

앫 the Maintenance Booklet

Separate operating instructions will be provided as required depending on the equipment options installed in your vehicle.

왔 Symbols

Trademarks:

앫 ESP

앫 HomeLink

앫 BabySmart

The following symbols are found in this Operator’s Manual:

* Optional equipment is identified

is a registered trademark of

DaimlerChrysler.

is a registered trademark of Prince, a Johnson Controls Company.

is a trademark of

Siemens Automotive Corp.

with an asterisk. Since standard equipment varies between models, the descriptions and illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

Warning! G

Warning notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life, or the health or life of others.

Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle.

Helpful hints or further information you may find useful.

Introduction

Symbols

왘 This symbol points to instructions for

you to follow.

왘 A number of these symbols appearing

in succession indicates a multiple-step procedure.

컄 Page This symbol tells you where to

look for further information on a topic.

컄컄 This continuation symbol marks

an interrupted procedure which will be continued on the next page.

-> In the glossary of technical terms, this symbol is used to indicate cross-references to term definitions.

DISPLAY

Words appearing in the multifunction display are printed in the type shown here.

Introduction

Operating safety

Warning! G

Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.

See an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving.

Warning! G

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels, for example when running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole, may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred, you should turn on your hazard warning flashers, carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road.

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

앫 the safety precautions in this manual

앫 the “Technical data” section in this

manual

앫 traffic rules and regulations

앫 motor vehicle laws and safety stan-

dards

Warning! G

Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. You should not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removal of any of these labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

Introduction

Problems with your vehicle

왔 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 immediately contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management, or if necessary contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario, M4G 4C9

Introduction

Reporting safety defects

For the USA only: The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966.”

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Introduction

Vehicle data recording

왔 Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

(Including notice pursuant to California Code § 9951)

Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.

This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others

앫 for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes

앫 with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee

앫 in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency

앫 for use in dispute resolution involving DaimlerChrysler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or

앫 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.

At a glance

Cockpit

Instrument cluster

Multifunction steering wheel

Center console

Overhead control panel

Door control panel

At a glance

Cockpit

At a glance

Cockpit

Item Page

1 Combination switch

앫 Turn signals 53

앫 Windshield wipers 54

앫 High beam 129

2 Cruise control lever 212

앫 Cruise control 205

앫 Distronic* 208

3 Instrument cluster 24

4 Multifunction steering

wheel

5 Steering wheel gearshift

175 control (CL 55 AMG and CL 65 AMG only)

Item Page

6 Lever for voice control sys-

tem*, see separate operating instructions

7 Front Parktronic* warning

225

indicator for right front area

8 Overhead control panel 29

9 Glove box lock 231

a Glove box lid release 231

b Glove box 231

c Center console 27, 28

d Starter switch 34

e Horn

Item Page

f Steering wheel adjustment

stalk

Heated steering wheel* 239

g Parking brake pedal 50

h Hood lock release 273

j Parking brake release 50

k Door control panel 30

l Exterior lamp switch 125

m Headlamp washer button 178

n Front Parktronic* warning

225

indicator for left front area

At a glance

Instrument cluster

At a glance

Instrument cluster

Item Page

1 Coolant temperature gauge 135

2 Fuel gauge with fuel tank

331

reserve warning lamp

3 L Left turn signal

indicator lamp

K Right turn signal

indicator lamp

4 Speedometer with:

v Electronic Stability

Program (ESP

)

333

warning lamp

l Distance warning

332

lamp

Vehicles without Distronic*: Warning lamp without function. It illuminates when the ignition is on. It should go out when the engine is running.

5 Tachometer 136

Item Page

6 Right display with:

< Seat belt telltale 333

A High beam headlamp

indicator lamp

- Antilock Brake

328 System (ABS) indicator lamp

7 J Reset button 134

8 Display with:

앫 Gear selector lever

166

position

앫 Program mode 166

앫 Digital clock

(see COMAND operating instructions)

9 Multifunction display with:

앫 Trip odometer 137

앫 Main odometer 137

Item Page

a Outside temperature

indicator

b Left display with:

1 Supplemental

Restraint System (SRS) indicator lamp

; Brake warning lamp,

USA only

3 Brake warning lamp,

Canada only

? Engine malfunction in-

dicator lamp, USA only

± Engine malfunction in-

dicator lamp, Canada only

H Tire inflation pressure

warning lamp

c Knob for instrument cluster il-

lumination

136

335

329

330

334

134

At a glance

Multifunction steering wheel

Item Page

1 Multifunction display 137

Operating control system 138

2 Selecting the submenu or

setting the volume: Press button

æ up/to increase

ç down/to decrease

3 Telephone*:

Press button

s to take a call

to dial a call

t to end a call

to reject an incoming call

138

147

Item Page

4 Menu systems:

Press button

è for next menu

ÿ for previous menu

5 Moving within a menu:

Press button

j for next display

k for previous display

138

왔 Center console

Upper part

Item Page

1 Button for rear window sun-

shade

2 Parktronic* deactivation

button

3 Active Body Control (ABC)

button

4 Level control button 221

5 Central locking switch 111

Anti-theft alarm system indicator lamp

6 Hazard warning flasher

on/off switch

182

223

220

130

At a glance

Center console

Item Page

7 Central unlocking switch 111

8 Electronic Stability Program

9 Rear head restraints, button

a Tow-away alarm button 87

b COMAND system, see sepa-

c Automatic climate control 184

(ESP

) control switch

for folding down and placing upright*

rate operating instructions

115

At a glance

Center console

Lower part

Item Page

1 KEYLESS-GO* start/stop

button

2 Gear selector lever for

automatic transmission

3 Front passenger front

air bag off indicator lamp

4 Thumbwheel for setting dis-

tance in Distronic*

5 Distance warning function*

on/off button

6 Program mode selector for

automatic transmission

7 Cover of compartment with:

앫 Ashtray

앫 Lighter

216

171

237

238

왔 Overhead control panel

Item Page

1 Left reading lamp on/off 132

2 Rear interior lighting on/off 132

3 Right reading lamp on/off 132

4 Interior lighting control 131

5 Tilt/sliding sunroof 202

6 Hands-free microphone for

Tele Aid (emergency call system), telephone*, and voice control system* (see separate operating instructions)

7 Garage door opener 249

8 Rear view mirror 43

9 Tele Aid (emergency call

system) button

241

At a glance

Overhead control panel

At a glance

Door control panel

Item Page

1 Door handle 100

2 Memory function (for stor-

ing seat, exterior mirror and steering wheel settings)

3 Seat heating 119

Seat ventilation* 121

4 Seat adjustment 37

122

Item Page

5 Exterior mirror adjustment

Mirror folding function

6 Switches for opening/clos-

ing front door windows

7 Override switch for rear pas-

senger compartment

8 Switches for opening/clos-

ing rear side windows

9 Remote trunk open-

ing/closing* switch

43,

178

181

197

102

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Driving

Parking and locking

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The “Getting started” section provides an overview of the vehicle’s most basic functions. First-time Mercedes-Benz owners should pay special attention to the information given here.

If you are already familiar with the basic functions described here, the “Controls in detail” section will provide you with further information. The corresponding page references are located at the end of each segment.

Unlocking with the SmartKey

SmartKey with remote control

1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk 3 Œ Unlock button 4 Â Panic button (

컄 page 79)

Opening a door causes the windows on that side of the car to open slightly. They will return to the up position when the door is closed.

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

왘 Press unlock button Œ on the

SmartKey.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

왘 Get in the vehicle and insert the

SmartKey in the starter switch.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 90).

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Unlocking with KEYLESS-GO*

With the KEYLESS-GO function, you can lock and unlock the vehicle without using the remote control buttons on the SmartKey and start the engine without inserting the SmartKey in the starter switch.

To unlock the vehicle, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be outside the vehicle, no further than approx. 3 feet (1 meter) away from the door.

Opening a door causes the windows on that side of the car to open slightly. They will return to the up position when the door is closed.

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

왘 Grasp an outside door handle.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

If the vehicle has been parked for more than 72 hours, you must pull an outside door handle in order to activate the KEYLESS-GO function.

왘 Get in the vehicle.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 94).

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Starter switch positions

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

SmartKey

0 For removing SmartKey 1 Power supply for some electrical con-

sumers, such as seat adjustment

2 Ignition (power supply for all electrical

consumers) and driving position. All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (

컄 page 328).

3 Starting position

When you switch on the ignition, the indicator and warning lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. The indicator and warning lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps if activated) should go out when the engine is running. This indicates that the respective systems are operational.

The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P.

Starter switch

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If the SmartKey cannot be turned in the starter switch, the vehicle battery may not be sufficiently charged.

앫 Check the vehicle battery and

charge it if necessary (

앫 Get a jump start (컄 page 394).

To prevent accelerated vehicle battery discharge or a completely discharged vehicle battery, always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation.

For information on starting the engine using the SmartKey, see “Starting with the SmartKey” (

컄 page 48).

컄 page 391).

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

Pressing the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the gear selector lever corresponds to turning the SmartKey to the various starter switch positions.

If you firmly depress the brake pedal during pressing KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the engine starts automatically.

The function of the SmartKey overrules the KEYLESS-GO function.

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

1 USA only 2 Canada only

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle.

왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set

to P.

왘 Do not depress the brake pedal.

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Position 0

Before you press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, the vehicle’s on-board electronics have status 0 (as with SmartKey removed).

Position 1

왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

once.

This supplies power for some electrical consumers, such as seat adjustment.

If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

앫 once again, the ignition (position 2)

is switched on

앫 twice, the power supply is again

switched off

Ignition (or position 2)

왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

twice.

This supplies power for all electrical consumers.

All lamps (except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated) in the instrument cluster come on. If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on, have it checked and replaced if necessary. If a lamp in the instrument cluster remains on after starting the engine or comes on while driving, refer to “Lamps in instrument cluster” (

컄 page 328).

If you now press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button once, the power supply is again switched off.

For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button, see “Starting with KEYLESS-GO*” (

컄 page 49).

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Warning! G

All seat, head restraint, steering wheel, and rear view mirror adjustments, as well as fastening of seat belts, must be done before the vehicle is put into motion.

Seats

Warning! G

Do not adjust the driver’s seat while driving. Adjusting the seat while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat back in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and

belts are properly positioned on the body.

Your seat must be adjusted so that you can correctly fasten your seat belt (

Never place hands under the seat or near any moving parts while a seat is being adjusted.

컄 page 45).

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the power seats can be operated when the respective door is open. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Warning! G

Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmart hicle to deactivate the passenger front air bag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in the back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt and top tether strap, or secured via lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

system installed in the ve-

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A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

Seat adjustment

The seat adjustment switches are located in each door.

1 Head restraint height 2 Seat height 3 Seat cushion tilt 4 Seat cushion depth 5 Seat fore and aft adjustment 6 Seat backrest tilt

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 34).

왘 Open the respective door.

The memory function (컄 page 122) lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors.

Seat fore and aft adjustment

왘 Press the switch forward or backward

in the direction of arrow 5.

Adjust seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator/brake pedal safely. The position should be as far to the rear as possible, consistent with ability to properly operate controls.

When moving the seat, make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats. Otherwise you could damage the seats.

Seat cushion tilt

왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-

rection of arrow 3 until your upper legs are lightly supported.

Seat cushion depth

왘 Press the switch forward or backward

in the direction of arrow 4 until your legs are supported comfortably.

Seat backrest tilt

왘 Press the switch forward or backward

in the direction of arrow 6 until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel.

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Seat height

왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-

rection of arrow 2.

Head restraint height

왘 Press the switch up or down in the di-

rection of arrow 1.

Warning! G

For your protection, drive only with properly positioned head restraints.

Adjust head restraint so that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level. This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation.

Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints. Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident.

Head restraint tilt

Manually adjust the angle of the head restraint.

왘 Push or pull on the lower edge of the

head restraint cushion.

Adjust the head restraint in such a way that it is as close to the head as possible.

For more information, see “Seats” (

컄 page 112).

The feature below is deactivated at the factory for U.S. vehicles. If you wish to have it activated, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

The front passenger seat head restraint automatically lowers after a few seconds when the front passenger seat is not occupied. This improves the driver’s outward view as well as the forward view from the rear passenger compartment.

When the front passenger seat is occupied again, the front passenger head restraint returns to the last set position within a few seconds.

If the front passenger seat was moved fore or aft while not being occupied, the front passenger seat head restraint returns to a position that corresponds best with the seat’s axial position when the seat is occupied again.

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Folding front seat backrest forward

1 Release lever

Folding backrest forward

왘 Lift release lever 1 and fold the seat

backrest forward.

The seat will automatically slide forward and the head restraint will move down.

Folding backrests back

왘 Lift release lever 1 and fold backrest

back.

The seat and head restraint return to their previous positions.

To interrupt the procedure, activate the seat adjustment switch ( move the release lever again.

When moving the seat, make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats. Otherwise you could damage the seats.

컄 page 38) or

Warning! G

Always ensure that no one can become trapped or injured when the seat is moving. In case potential danger exists, the procedure can be interrupted by moving the seat adjustment switch ( control panel or by moving the release lever again.

컄 page 38) in the door

Warning! G

The seat belts provide protection only with the backrest locked in place. Therefore, the backrest must be locked in place with the vehicle in motion. Do not drive the vehicle when the backrest is not locked in place. If the warning message:

SEAT BACKREST, RIGHT LOCK

SEAT BACKREST, LEFT LOCK

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is displayed in the multifunction display, then the respective backrest is not engaged in its lock. Carefully slow down, and drive with caution to an area which is in a safe distance from the roadway. Always provide sufficient room behind the backrest and fold the backrest all the way back until it locks in place.

The warning message is no longer displayed as soo n as th e backrest is locked in place. If both backrests are locked in place and the warning message is still displayed, have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

The power seats can also be operated with the driver’s or passenger door open. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

Never place hands under seat or near any moving parts during a seat adjustment procedure.

The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety feature.

The automatic process is interrupted if the backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an occupant or object. The seat will slide forward and stop.

Investigate and correct the cause of interruption.

Now use memory button (컄 page 123) or seat adjustment switch (

컄 page 38)

to bring the seat into the desired position.

When folding the backrest forward from a reclined position, and then folding it back, the backrest stops in a more upright position for the safety of any rear-seat passenger. Adjust the backrest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel (

컄 page 38).

For information on additional convenience features permitting easy entry and exit, see “Easy-entry/exit feature” (

컄 page 112).

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Steering wheel Steering wheel adjustment

The stalk for steering wheel adjustment is

Warning! G

Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Adjusting the steering wheel while driving could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle.

Even with the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the starter switch or the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* removed from the vehicle, the steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated when the driver’s door is open. Therefore, do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

located on the steering column (lower left).

1 Adjusting steering column, in or out 2 Adjusting steering column, up or down

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 34).

왘 Open the driver’s door.

Adjusting steering column in or out

왘 Move stalk forward or back in the direc-

tion of arrow 1 until a comfortable steering wheel position is reached with your arms slightly bent at the elbow.

Adjusting steering column up or down

왘 Move stalk up or down in the direction

of arrow 2.

Make sure your legs can move freely and all the displays (incl. malfunction and indicator lamps) on the instrument cluster are clearly visible.

The memory function (컄 page 122) lets you store settings for the steering wheel together with the settings for the exterior rear view mirrors and the seat position.

For more information, see “Heated steering wheel* (CL 500 and CL 600)” (

컄 page 239).

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Mirrors

Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions.

Warning! G

In case of an accident, liquid electrolyte may escape the mirror housing if the mirror glass breaks.

Electrolyte has an irritating effect. Do not allow the liquid to come into contact with eyes, skin, clothing, or the respiratory system. In case it does, immediately flush affected area with water, and seek medical help if necessary.

Electrolyte drops coming into contact with the vehicle paint finish can only be completely removed while in their liquid state and by applying plenty of water.

Interior rear view mirror

왘 Manually adjust the interior rear view

mirror.

For more information, see “Rear view mirrors” (

컄 page 178).

Exterior rear view mirrors

Warning! G

Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror. The mirror surface is convex (outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view). Objects in mirror are closer than they appear. Check your interior rear view mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes.

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The buttons are located on the driver’s door.

1 Driver’s side exterior rear view mirror

button

2 Passenger-side exterior rear view mir-

ror button

3 Adjustment button

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 34).

왘 Press button 1 for the left mirror or

button 2 for the right mirror.

왘 Push adjustment button 3 up, down,

left or right according to the desired setting.

For information on how to reposition the exterior mirror housing when it was forcibly pushed forward (hit from the rear) or forcibly pushed rearward (hit from the front), see “Folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out manually” (

컄 page 181).

The memory function (컄 page 122) lets you store the setting for the exterior rear view mirrors together with the setting for the steering wheel and the seat position.

At low ambient temperatures, the mirrors will be heated automatically.

For more information, see “Folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out automatically” (

컄 page 180).

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Warning! G

Do not lay any objects in the driver’s footwell. Be careful that floor mats or carpets in the driver’s footwell leave sufficient clearance for the pedals.

During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between or underneath the pedals. You could then no longer brake or accelerate.

Fastening the seat belts

Warning! G

Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained, even those sitting in the rear and pregnant women.

Failure to wear and properly fasten and position your seat belt greatly increases your risk of injuries and their likely severity in an accident. You and your passengers should always wear seat belts.

If you are ever in an accident, your injuries can be considerably more severe without your seat belt properly buckled. Without your seat belt buckled, you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it. You can be seriously injured or killed.

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In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are wearing your seat belt. The air bags can only provide the protection they were designed to afford if the occupants are using their seat belts (

컄 page 62).

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According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt and top tether strap, or secured via lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

Warning! G

Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous. You could slide under the seat belt in a collision. If you slide under it, the belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck. That could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body.

Warning! G

Never let more people ride in the vehicle than there are seat belts available. Be sure everyone riding in the vehicle is correctly restrained with a separate seat belt. Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time.

Warning! G

Read and observe the additional warning notices printed in the “Safety and Security” section (

컄 page 66).

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1 Release button 2 Buckle 3 Latch plate

왘 With a smooth motion, pull the belt

from the seat belt outlet.

왘 Place the shoulder portion of the belt

across the top of your shoulder and the lap portion across your hips.

왘 Push latch plate 3 into buckle 2 until

it clicks.

왘 If necessary, tighten the lap portion to

a snug fit by pulling shoulder portion up.

Proper use of seat belts

앫 Do not twist the belt when fastening.

앫 Adjust seat belt so that the shoulder

portion is located as close as possible to the middle of the shoulder (it should not touch the neck). Never pass the shoulder portion of the belt under your arm.

앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible

on your hips (over hip joint) and not across the abdomen.

앫 Place the seat backrest in a nearly up-

right position.

앫 Never use a seat belt for more than one

person at a time.

앫 Do not fasten a seat belt around a per-

son and another object at the same time.

앫 When using a seat belt to secure infant

or toddler restraints or children in booster seats, always follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

앫 Check your seat belt during travel to

make sure it is properly positioned.

앫 Make sure the seat belt is always fitted

snugly. Take special care of this when wearing loose clothing.

Warning! G

Do not pass belts over sharp edges. They could tear.

Do not allow the belt to get caught in the door or in the seat adjustment mechanism. This could damage the belt.

Never attempt to make modifications to seat belts. This could impair the effectiveness of the belts.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Starting the engine Automatic transmission

Warning! G

Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health. All exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, and inhaling it can cause unconsciousness and possible death.

Do not run the engine in confined areas (such as a garage) which are not properly ventilated. If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving, have the cause determined and corrected immediately. If you must drive under these conditions, drive with at least one window fully open.

Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission

P Park position with gear selector lever

lock

R Reverse gear N Neutral position D Drive position

For more information, see the “Controls in detail” section (

컄 page 165).

Starting with the SmartKey

왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set

to P.

왘 Do not depress accelerator.

왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

to position 3 and hold until the engine starts (

컄 page 34).

You can also use the “touch-start” function. Turn the SmartKey to position 3 and release it again immediately. The engine then starts automatically.

For information on turning off the engine with the SmartKey, see “Turning off with the SmartKey” (

컄 page 59).

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Starting with KEYLESS-GO*

Warning! G

As long as the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is in your vehicle, the vehicle can be started. Therefore, never leave children unattended in the vehicle, as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle.

You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the KEYLESS-GO start/stop button on the gear selector lever.

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located in the vehicle.

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

1 USA only

2 Canada only

왘 Make sure the gear selector lever is set

to P.

왘 Depress the brake pedal during the

starting procedure. Do not depress accelerator.

The gear selector lever lock is released.

왘 Press KEYLESS-GO start/stop button

once.

The engine starts automatically if the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is in the vehicle.

For information on turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO, see “Turning off the engine with KEYLESS-GO*” (

컄 page 59).

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Starting difficulties

If the engine does not start as described, carry out the following steps:

왘 If you are starting the engine with the

SmartKey: Turn SmartKey in starter switch to position 0 and repeat starting procedure.

왘 If you are starting the engine with

KEYLESS-GO*: Close any doors that may be open to allow for better detection of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.

왘 Start the engine with the SmartKey as

radio signals from another source may be interfering with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*.

왘 Repeat the starting procedure

(

컄 page 48). Remember that extended

starting attempts can drain the vehicle battery.

왘 Get a jump start (컄 page 394).

If the engine does not start after several starting attempts, there could be a malfunction in the engine electronics or in the fuel supply system.

왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz

Center.

Parking brake

1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Children could release the parking brake, which could result in an accident and/or serious injury.

왘 Release the parking brake by pulling on

handle 2.

The warning lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster goes out.

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왘 Depress the brake pedal.

The gear selector lever lock is released.

왘 Move gear selector lever in position D

or R.

Warning! G

It is dangerous to shift the gear selector lever out of P or N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something. Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is firmly on the brake pedal.

Warning! G

On slippery road surfaces, never downshift in order to obtain braking action. This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control. Your vehicle’s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control.

In order to avoid damaging the transmission,

앫 wait for the gear selection process

to complete before setting the vehicle in motion.

앫 place the gear selector lever in

position P or R only when the vehicle is stopped.

왘 Release the brake pedal.

왘 Carefully depress the accelerator

pedal.

Once the vehicle is in motion, the automatic central locking system engages and the locking knobs drop down.

If you hear a warning signal and the message:

RELEASE PARKING BRAKE

appears in the multifunction display when driving off, you have forgotten to release the parking brake.

Release the parking brake.

After a cold start, the automatic transmission shifts at a higher engine revolution. This allows the catalytic converter to reach its operating temperature faster.

Do not run cold engine at high engine speeds. Running a cold engine at high engine speeds may shorten the service life of the engine.

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Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brake reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear.

You can open a locked door from the inside. Open doors only when conditions are safe to do so.

You can deactivate the automatic locking using the control system (

컄 page 162).

For more information, see “Driving instructions” (

컄 page 259).

Switching on headlamps

Low beam headlamps

The exterior lamp switch is located on the dashboard to the left of the steering wheel.

Exterior lamp switch

1 Off 2 Low beam headlamps on

왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to B.

The green indicator lamp C in the exterior lamp switch comes on.

For more information, see “Exterior lamp switch” (

컄 page 125).

High beam

The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 High beam 2 High beam flasher

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왘 Push combination switch in the direc-

tion of arrow 1.

The high beam headlamps are switched on. The high beam headlamp indicator A in the tachometer comes on.

For more information, see “Lighting” (

컄 page 125).

Turn signals

The combination switch is located on the

left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 Turn signals, right

2 Turn signals, left

왘 Press the combination switch up 1 or

down 2.

The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K flashes in the instrument cluster (

컄 page 24).

The combination switch resets automatically after major steering wheel movements.

To signal minor directional changes, e.g. passing or changing lanes, move combination switch to point of resistance only and release. The turn signal flashes three times.

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Windshield wipers

The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column.

Combination switch

1 Single wipe

Wiping with windshield washer fluid

2 Switching on windshield wipers

왘 Switch on the ignition (컄 page 34).

Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry. Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and/or damage the windshield wipers blades when wiping occurs on a dry windshield. If it is necessary to operate the windshield wipers in dry weather conditions, always operate the windshield wipers with windshield washer fluid (

Switching on windshield wipers

왘 Turn the combination switch to the de-

sired position depending on the intensity of the rain.

0 Windshield wipers off

I Intermittent wiping

II Normal wiper speed

III Fast wiper speed

컄 page 55).

Intermittent wiping

Do not leave windshield wipers in intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash or during windshield cleaning. Windshield wipers will operate in the presence of water sprayed on the windshield, and windshield wipers may be damaged as a result.

Intermittent wiping interval is dependent on wetness of windshield.

왘 Turn the combination switch to

position I.

After the initial wipe, pauses between wipes are automatically controlled by the rain sensor.

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Intermittent wiping is interrupted when the vehicle is at a standstill and a front door is opened. This protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed.

Intermittent wiping will be continued when

앫 all doors are closed

and

앫 the gear selector lever is in

position D or R

앫 the wiper setting is changed using

the combination switch

Single wipe

왘 Press the combination switch briefly in

the direction of arrow 1 to the resistance point.

The windshield wipers wipe one time without washer fluid.

Wiping with windshield washer fluid

왘 Press the combination switch in the di-

rection of arrow 1 past the resistance point.

The windshield wiper operates with washer fluid.

To prevent smears on the windshield, wipe with windshield washer fluid every now and then even when it is raining.

If anything blocks the windshield wipers (leaves, snow, etc.), switch them off immediately.

앫 For safety reasons, stop the vehicle

in a safe location,

앫 remove SmartKey from the

starter switch

앫 turn off the engine by pressing

the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop

button (컄 page 35) and open the driver’s door (with the driver’s door open, starter switch is in position 0, same as with SmartKey removed from the starter switch)

before attempting to remove any blockage.

앫 Remove blockage.

앫 Turn the windshield wipers on

again.

If windshield wipers fail to function at all in the combination switch position I:

앫 Set the combination switch to the

next higher wiper speed.

앫 Have the windshield wipers

checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

For information on filling up the washer reservoir, see “Windshield washer system and headlamp cleaning system” (

컄 page 282).

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Driving

Problems while driving

The engine runs erratically and misfires

앫 An ignition cable may be damaged.

앫 The engine electronics may not be op-

erating properly.

앫 Unburned gasoline may have entered

the catalytic converter and damaged it.

왘 Give very little gas.

왘 Have the problem repaired by an au-

thorized Mercedes-Benz Center as soon as possible.

The coolant temperature is above 248°F (120°C)

The coolant is too hot and is no longer cooling the engine.

왘 Stop the vehicle in a safe location as

soon as possible and turn off the engine. Allow engine and coolant to cool.

왘 Check the coolant level and add cool-

ant if necessary (

컄 page 280).

Excessive coolant temperature triggers a warning message in the multifunction display (

컄 page 348).

In case of accident

If the vehicle is leaking gasoline:

왘 Do not start the engine under any cir-

cumstances.

왘 Notify local fire and/or police authori-

ties.

If the extent of the damage cannot be determined:

왘 Notify an authorized Mercedes-Benz

Center.

If no damage can be determined on the

앫 major assemblies

앫 fuel system

앫 engine mount:

왘 Start the engine in the usual manner.

왔 Parking and locking

You have now completed your first drive. You have properly stopped and parked your vehicle. End your drive as follows:

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With the engine not running, there is no power assistance for the brake and the steering systems. In this case, it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle.

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Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible materials such as grass, hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system, as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire.

To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement, before turning off the engine and leaving the vehicle always:

앫 Keep right foot on brake pedal.

앫 Firmly depress parking brake pedal.

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Parking and locking

앫 Move the gear selector lever to

position P.

앫 Slowly release brake pedal.

앫 When parked on an incline, turn front

wheels towards the road curb.

앫 Turn the SmartKey to starter switch

position 0 and remove, or press KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button

컄 page 35).

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앫 Take the SmartKey or the SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO* with you and lock vehicle when leaving.

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Parking brake

1 Parking brake pedal 2 Release handle

왘 Step firmly on parking brake 1.

When the engine is running, the indicator lamp ; (USA only) or 3 (Canada only) in the instrument cluster will be illuminated.

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When leaving the vehicle, always remove the

SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

from the starter switch, take it with you, and

lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unat-

tended in the vehicle, or with access to an

unlocked vehicle. Children could release the

parking brake and/or move the gear selec-

tor lever to position P, either of which could

result in an accident and/or serious injury.

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Getting out of your vehicle with the gear se-

lector lever not fully engaged in position P is

dangerous. Also, when parked on an incline,

position P alone may not prevent your vehi-

cle from moving, possibly hitting people or

objects.

Always set the parking brake in addition to

shifting to position P (

컄 page 48).

When parked on an incline, turn front wheels towards the road curb.

Switching off headlamps

왘 Turn the exterior lamp switch to M

(

컄 page 52).

For more information, see “Exterior lamp switch” (

컄 page 125).

Turning off the engine

왘 Place the gear selector lever in

position P.

Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P.

On slopes, turn the front wheels towards the curb.

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Turning off with the SmartKey

왘 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch

(

컄 page 34) to position 0 and remove

it.

The immobilizer is activated.

The SmartKey can only be removed from the starter switch with the gear selector lever in position P.

With the SmartKey removed and the driver’s door open, a warning sounds if the vehicle’s exterior lamps are not switched off.

Turning off the engine with

KEYLESS-GO*

왘 Place the gear selector lever in

position P.

왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-

ton (

컄 page 35) to shut off the engine.

With the driver’s door closed, the starter switch is now in position 1. With the driver’s door opened, the starter switch is set to position 0, same as SmartKey removed from starter switch (

컄 page 34).

If you hear a warning signal, you have either

앫 forgotten to turn off the lights be-

fore opening the driver’s door

앫 tried to turn off the engine while the

gear selector lever is not in P.

Turn off the lights or place the gear selector lever in P.

Releasing seat belts

왘 Press the seat belt release button

(

컄 page 47).

Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate.

Make sure the seat belt retracts fully so that the seat belt and/or latch plate cannot get caught or pinched in the door or in the seat mechanism. This can damage the seat belt and impair the effectiveness of the seat belt, and/or cause damage to the door and/or door trim panel. Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Damaged seat belts must be replaced. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Locking

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To prevent possible personal injury, always keep hands and fingers away from the door openings when closing the doors. Be especially careful when small children are around.

Before closing doors, make sure there is no possibility of someone getting caught in a door during closing.

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Opening a door causes the windows on that side of the car to open slightly. They will return to the up position when the door is closed.

Locking with the SmartKey

왘 After exiting the vehicle, press the lock

button ‹ on the SmartKey (

컄 page 32).

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 90).

Locking with KEYLESS-GO*

1 Lock button

왘 After exiting the vehicle, take the

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and press lock button 1 on an outside door handle or on the trunk lid (

컄 page 99).

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

For more information, see “Locking and unlocking” (

컄 page 94).

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Panic alarm

Driving safety systems

Anti-theft systems

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Occupant safety

In this section you will learn the most important facts about the restraint systems of the vehicle.

The restraint systems are:

앫 Seat belts

앫 Emergency tensioning device

앫 Air bags

앫 Child seats

앫 Child seat recognition

앫 Lower anchors and tethers for children

(LATCH)

As independent systems, their protective effects work in conjunction with each other.

For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 72).

The 1 indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on

앫 for about 4 seconds when you turn the

SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (

컄 page 35) once. It

then goes out briefly, comes on again and remains lit until you start the engine.

앫 for about 4 seconds when you start the

engine by turning the SmartKey or pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button.

The 1 indicator lamp remains lit if the SmartKey is turned to position 2 and left there or the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button is pressed twice. The indicator lamp will go out when you start the engine.

The restraint systems are fully operational if the 1 indicator lamp is not lit when the engine is running.

A malfunction in the system has been detected if the 1 indicator lamp:

앫 fails to extinguish after approximately

4 seconds

앫 does not come on at all

앫 comes on after the engine was started

앫 comes on while driving

For safety reasons, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (

컄 page 335).

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Air bags

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In the event that the 1 indicator lamp comes on during driving or does not come on at all, the SRS self-check has detected a malfunction. For your safety, we strongly recommend that you visit an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the system checked; otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident, which could result in serious or fatal injury, or it might deploy unexpectedly and unnecessarily which could also result in injury.

In addition, improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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Air bags are designed to reduce the potential of injury and fatality in certain frontal impacts (front air bags), side impacts (side impact air bags and head protection window curtain air bags) or rollovers (head protection window curtain airbags). However, no system available today can totally eliminate injuries and fatalities.

The activation of the air bags temporarily releases a small amount of dust from the air bags. This dust, however, is neither injurious to your health, nor does it indicate a fire in the vehicle. The dust might cause some temporary breathing difficulty for people with asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have any breathing difficulty but cannot get out of the vehicle after the air bag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or door.

To reduce the risk of injury when the front air bags inflate, it is very important for the driver and front passenger to always be in a properly seated position and to wear your seat belts.

For maximum protection in the event of a collision always be in normal seated position with your back against the seat backrest. Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body.

Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force, a proper seating and hands on steering wheel position will help to keep you at a safe distance from the air bag. Occupants who are unbelted, out of position or too close to the air bag can be seriously injured or killed by an air bag as it inflates with great force in the blink of an eye:

앫 Sit properly belted in a nearly upright

position with your back against the seat backrest.

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앫 Adjust the driver’s seat as far as possi-

ble rearward, still permitting proper operation of vehicle controls. The distance from the center of the driver’s breastbone to the center of the air bag cover on the steering wheel must be at least 10 in (25 cm) or more. You should be able to accomplish this by a combination of adjustments to the seat and steering wheel. If you have any problems, please see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Do not lean with your head or chest

close to the steering wheel or dashboard.

앫 Keep hands on the outside of steering

wheel rim. Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand/arm injury when driver front air bag inflates.

앫 Adjust the front passenger seat as far as

possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied.

앫 Occupants, especially children, should

never lean their heads in the area of the door where the side air bag inflates.

This could result in serious injuries or death should the air bag be triggered. Always sit nearly upright, properly use the seat belts and appropriate size infant or child restraint system.

앫 Children 12 years old and under must

never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart

compatible child seat, which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the passenger front air bag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in severe injuries to you or other occupants.

If you sell your vehicle, it is important that you make the buyer aware of this safety information. Be sure to give the buyer this Operator’s Manual.

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Accident research shows that the safest place for children in an automobile is in the rear seat. Should you choose to place a child 12 years old or under in the front passenger seat of your vehicle, you must properly use a BabySmart off the passenger front air bag. BabySmart side impact air bag.

It should be noted that with respect to both front and rear side impact air bags there is a possibility for a side air bag related injury if occupants, especially children, are not properly seated or restrained when next to a side air bag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job.

To help avoid the possibility of injury, please follow these guidelines:

(1) Occupants, especially children, should

never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the side air bag inflates. This could result in

child restraint which will turn

will not, however, turn off any

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serious injuries or death should the side air bag be activated.

(2) Always sit nearly upright, properly use

the seat belts and use an appropriately sized infant or child restraint system for all children 12 years old or under.

(3) Always wear seat belts properly.

If you believe that, even with the use of these guidelines, it would be safer for your rear seat occupants to have the rear mounted side air bags deactivated, then deactivation can be accomplished upon your written request to do so at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center at an additional cost.

Please contact your local authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) for details.

Air bags are designed to activate only in certain frontal (front air bags) impacts, side impacts (side impact and head protection window curtain air bags) which exceed preset thresholds and in certain rollovers (head protection window curtain air bags). Only during these events will they provide their supplemental protection.

The driver and passengers should always wear their seat belts. Otherwise it is not possible for air bags to provide their supplemental protection.

In case of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds, air bags will not be activated. The driver and passenger will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly fastened seat belt. A properly fastened seat belt is also needed to provide the best possible protection in a rollover.

We caution you not to rely on the presence of the air bags in order to avoid wearing your seat belt.

Your vehicle was originally equipped with air bags that are designed to activate in certain impacts exceeding a preset threshold to reduce the potential and severity of injury. It is important for your safety and that of your passengers that you replace deployed air bags and repair any malfunctioning air bags to make sure the vehicle will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants.

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Safety guidelines for the seat belt, emergency tensioning device and air bag

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앫 Damaged seat belts or belts that were

highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked. Use only belts installed or supplied by an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Air bags and emergency tensioning de-

vices (ETDs) are designed to function on a one-time-only basis. An air bag or ETD that was activated must be replaced.

앫 No modifications of any kind may be

made to any components or wiring of the SRS. This includes changing or removing any component or part of the SRS, the installation of additional trim material, badges, etc. over the steering wheel hub, passenger front air bag

cover, outboard sides of the front seat backrests, door trim panels, or door frame trims, and installation of additional electrical/electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring. Keep area between air bags and occupants free from objects (e.g. packages, purses, umbrellas, etc.).

앫 Do not pass belts over sharp edges.

They could tear.

앫 Do not make any modification that could

change the effectiveness of the belts.

앫 Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this

may severely weaken them. In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

앫 Do not hang items such as coat hangers

from the coat hooks or handles over the door. These items may turn into projectiles and cause head and other injuries when curtain air bag is deployed.

앫 Never place your feet on the instrument

panel, dashboard, or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

앫 Air bag system components will be hot

after the air bag has inflated. Do not touch.

앫 In addition, improper repair work on the

SRS creates a risk of rendering the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment. Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 For your protection and the protection

of others, when scrapping the air bag unit or emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These instructions are available from your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

앫 Given the considerable deployment

speed and the textile structure of the air bags, there is the possibility of abrasions or other injuries resulting from air bag deployment.

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When you sell your vehicle, we strongly urge you to give notice to the subsequent owner that it is equipped with an SRS by alerting them to the applicable section in the Operator’s Manual.

Front air bags

1 Driver’s front air bag 2 Passenger front air bag

Driver’s and passenger front air bags are deployed:

앫 in the event of certain frontal impacts

앫 if impact exceeds a preset deployment

threshold

앫 independently of the side impact

air bags

The air bags will not deploy in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment thresholds. You will then be protected by the fastened seat belts.

The passenger front air bag will only be deployed if:

앫 the front passenger seat is occupied

앫 the 58 indicator lamp in the

lower part of the front center console is not lit (

컄 page 74)

앫 the impact exceeds a preset deploy-

ment threshold

Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact air bag on the front passenger side to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system’s deployment threshold.

Side impact air bags

1 Side impact air bags

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The side impact air bags are deployed:

앫 in impacts exceeding a preset deploy-

ment threshold

앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle

앫 independently of the front air bags

The side impact air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold.

The front passenger side impact air bag will only deploy if the system senses that the front passenger seat is occupied.

Window curtain air bags

The side window curtain air bags are deployed:

앫 in impacts exceeding a preset deploy-

ment threshold

앫 on the impacted side of the vehicle

앫 independently of the front air bags

앫 in certain vehicle rollovers

The side window curtain air bags are not deployed in impacts which do not exceed the system’s deployment threshold.

The window curtain air bags fill up the area indicated by the arrows.

Seat belts

When the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < illuminates to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened before the engine is started, the seat belt telltale < illuminates and a warning chime sounds for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started.

Always wear your seat belt. All vehicle occupants always need to have their seat belts fastened and wear them properly.

In addition, applicable motor vehicle safety laws require you to wear seat belts. Even where this is not the case, we strongly recommend that all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened and wear them properly.

For more information, see “Fastening the seat belts” (

컄 page 45).

1 Window curtain air bag

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For information on infants and children traveling with you in the vehicle and restraint systems for infants and children, see “Children in the vehicle” (

컄 page 72).

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Always fasten your seat belt before driving off. Always make sure your passengers are properly restrained, even those sitting in the rear and pregnant women.

In the same crash, the possibility of injury or death is lessened if you are properly wearing your seat belt. Air bags can only protect as they are designed if the occupants are properly wearing their seat belts.

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Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked.

Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.

Do not make any modifications to the seat belts. This can lead to failure of the seat belts.

Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them. In a crash, they may not be able to provide adequate protection.

Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

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USE SEAT BELTS PROPERLY

앫 Seat belts can only work when used

properly. Never wear seat belts in any other way than as described in this section, as that could result in serious injuries in case of an accident.

앫 Each occupant should wear their seat

belt at all times, because seat belts help reduce the likelihood of and potential severity of injuries in accidents, including rollovers. The integrated restraint system includes SRS (driver’s air bag, passenger front air bag, side impact air bags, head protection window curtain air bags for side windows), ETD (seat belt emergency tensioning device), and front seat knee bolsters. The system is designed to enhance the protection offered to properly belted occupants in certain frontal (front air bags and ETD) and side (side impact, window curtain air bags and ETD) impacts which exceed preset deployment thresholds and in certain rollovers

(window curtain air bags and ETD).

앫 Never wear the shoulder belt under your

arm, against your neck or off your shoulder. In a crash, your body would move too far forward. That would increase the chance of head and neck injuries. The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen, which could severely injure internal organs such as your liver or spleen.

앫 Never wear belts over rigid or breakable

objects in or on your clothing, such as eyeglasses, pens, keys, etc., as these might cause injuries.

앫 Position the lap belt as low as possible

on your hips and not across the abdomen . I f t he be lt is po si ti on ed ac ro ss yo ur abdomen, it could cause serious injuries in a crash.

앫 Never use a seat belt for more than one

person at a time. Do not fasten a seat belt around a person and another person or other objects.

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앫 Belts should not be worn twisted. In a

crash, you wouldn’t have the full width of the belt to manage impact forces. The twisted belt against your body could cause injuries.

앫 Pregnant women should also use a

lap-shoulder belt. The lap belt portion should be positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen.

앫 Never place your feet on the instrument

panel, dashboard or on the seat. Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat.

Emergency tensioning device (ETD), seat belt force limiter

The seat belts for the front and rear outer seats are equipped with emergency tensioning devices and belt force limiters.

The ETD is designed to activate in the following cases:

앫 in frontal or rear-end impacts exceed-

ing a preset severity level

앫 in certain vehicle rollovers

앫 if the restraint systems are operational

and functioning correctly, see 1 indicator lamp (

컄 page 62).

The ETDs for the front seats will only activate if the respective front seat belt is fastened (latch plate properly inserted into buckle).

The ETDs for the rear outer seats will activate with or without the respective seat belt fastened.

In an impact, emergency tensioning devices remove slack from the belts in such a way that the seat belts fit more snugly against the body. Belt force limiters reduce the force exerted by the seat belts on occupants during a crash.

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An emergency tensioning device (ETD) that was activated must be replaced.

When disposing of the emergency tensioning device, our safety instructions must be followed. These are available at your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Do not place objects heavier than 20 lbs (9 kg) on the front passenger seat. This could cause the front or side impact air bag on the front passenger side and, with the seat belt fastened to secure the object, the ETD to deploy in a crash which exceeds the system’s deployment threshold.

Automatic comfort-fit feature seat belt

An automatic comfort-fit feature for front seats reduces the retracting force of the seat belts when they are in normal use.

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Children in the vehicle

If an infant or child is traveling with you in the vehicle:

앫 Secure the child using an infant or child

restraint appropriate to the age and size of the child.

앫 Make sure the infant or child is proper-

ly secured at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

Infant and child restraint seats and information on choosing an appropriate restraint system can be obtained from any Mercedes-Benz Center.

Infant and child restraint systems

Use only a BabySmart

compatible child restraint for the front passenger seat in this vehicle.

We recommend all infants and children be properly restrained at all times while the vehicle is in motion.

All lap-shoulder belts except the driver’s seat belt have special seat belt retractors for secure fastening of child restraints.

To fasten a child restraint, follow child restraint instructions for mounting. Then pull the shoulder belt out completely and let it retract. During seat belt retraction, a ratcheting sound can be heard to indicate that the special seat belt retractor is activated. The belt is now locked. Push down on child restraint to take up any slack.

To deactivate, release seat belt buckle and let seat belt retract completely. The seat belt can again be used in the usual manner.

For more information on child seats with mounting fittings for tether anchorages, see “Installation of infant and child restraint systems” (

컄 page 76).

For information on LATCH-type child seat mounts (

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Never release the seat belt buckle while the vehicle is in motion, since the special seat belt retractor will be deactivated.

The use of infant or child restraints is required by law in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. territories and all Canadian provinces.

Infants and small children should be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system properly secured by

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a lap-shoulder belt or, if so equipped, a child restraint lower anchorage system that complies with U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2.

A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with this standard can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided with the restraint.

When using any infant or child restraint system, be sure to carefully read and follow all manufacturer’s instructions for installation and use.

Please read and observe warning labels affixed to inside of vehicle and to infant or child restraints.

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Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat, except in a Mercedes-Benz authorized BabySmart compatible child seat, which operates with BabySmart to deactivate the passenger front air bag when it is properly installed. Otherwise they will be struck by the air bag when it inflates in a crash. If this happens, serious or fatal injury will result.

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. Infants and small children must ride in back seats and be seated in an appropriate infant or child restraint system, which is properly secured with the vehicle’s seat belt and top tether strap, or secured via lower anchors and top tether strap, fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.

System installed in the vehicle

Infants and small children should never share a seat belt with another occupant. During an accident, they could be crushed between the occupant and seat belt.

Children too big for child restraint systems must ride in back seats using regular seat belts. Position shoulder belt across chest and shoulder, not face or neck. A booster seat may be necessary to achieve proper belt positioning for children from 41 lbs until they reach a height where a lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster.

A child’s risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint.

When the child restraint is not in use, remove it from the vehicle or secure it with the seat belt to prevent the child restraint from becoming a projectile in the event of an accident.

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Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; even if the children are secured in a child restraint system. Unsupervised children in a child restraint system may use vehicle equipment and cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system

The 58 indicator lamp is located on the lower part of the center console.

1 58 indicator lamp

Special BabySmart

compatible child seats, designed for use with the Mercedes-Benz system and available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center are required for use with the BabySmart

air bag deactivation system. With the special child seat properly installed, the passenger front air bag will not deploy.

The 58 indicator lamp 1 located on the lower part of the front center console will be illuminated, except with the SmartKey removed or in starter switch position 0.

The system does not deactivate the side impact air bag and the emergency tensioning device.

Self-test BabySmart

without special

child seat installed

After turning the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 1 or 2 or pressing the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button (

컄 page 35) once or twice, the 58

indicator lamp comes on for approximately 6 seconds and then goes out.

If the 58 indicator lamp should not come on or is continuously lit, the system is not functioning. You must see an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center before seating any child on the front passenger seat.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (

컄 page 336).

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The BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system will ONLY work with a special child seat designed to operate with it. It will not work with child seats which are not BabySmart compatible.

Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat (e.g. pillow), since it reduces the effectiveness of the deactivation system. The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion. An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident, instead of protecting the child.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation of special child seats.

Warning! G

When using a BabySmartTM compatible child seat on the front passenger seat, the passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the

58 indicator lamp remains illu-

minated.

Make sure to check the tor lamp every time you use the special system child seat. Should the indicator lamp go out while the restraint is installed, please check installation. If the

58 indica-

58 indicator lamp remains out, do

not use the BabySmart port children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired.

restraint to trans-

Warning! G

Do not place powered-on laptops, cell phones, electronic tags such as those used in ski passes and like electronic devices on the front passenger seat. Signals from such devices may interfere with the BabySmart system. Such signal interference, for example, may cause the lamp not to come on or be continuously lit during self-test, indicating that the system is not functioning.

58 indicator

Safety and Security

Occupant safety

Installation of infant and child restraint systems

This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seating positions.

1 Cover of top anchorage ring

왘 Remove cover 1 from anchorage ring.

왘 Store cover 1 in a convenient place

(e.g. glove box).

왘 Guide tether strap between head re-

straint and top of seat back.

Head restraint must be positioned such that the top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and the top of seat back.

왘 Make sure the tether strap is not

twisted.

2 Hook 3 Anchorage ring

왘 Securely fasten hook 2, which is part

of the tether strap, to anchorage ring 3.

For safety, make sure the hook 2 has attached to the ring 3 beyond the safety catch, as illustrated.

Once the top tether anchorage hook is attached, the child restraint itself can be secured. Tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

왘 Reinstall cover after removing the teth-

er strap.

Safety and Security

Occupant safety

Child seat anchors – LATCH type

This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH (L

ower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) type anchors (at each of the rear seats) for the installation of a LATCH child seat with the matching anchor fittings.

If you have not installed a child seat, the LATCH mounting anchor fittings are covered with an upholstery blend.

1 Upholstery blend

왘 Remove upholstery blend 1 and store

it in the rear center armrest.

2 Indicates the position of the anchors 3 Anchors

왘 Install child seat according to the man-

ufacturer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchor fittings.

Non-LATCH type child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle’s seat belt system. Install child seat according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Warning! G

Install child seat according to manufacturer’s instructions.

The child seat must be firmly attached in the right and left side anchors 3.

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Occupant safety

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An incorrectly mounted child seat may come loose during an accident which could result in serious injury or death to the child.

Damaged or impact damaged child seats or child seat mounting fittings must be replaced.

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if the children are secured in a child restraint system.

Blocking of rear side windows operation

The override switch is on the driver’s door.

1 Override switch

Activating override switch

왘 Slide override switch 1 to the right.

A dot becomes visible. The functions in the rear are disabled.

Operation of the rear side windows with the switches located in the driver’s door is still possible.

Warning! G

Activate the override switch when children are riding in the back seats of the vehicle. The children may otherwise injure themselves, e.g. by becoming trapped in the side window opening.

Deactivating override switch

왘 Slide override switch 1 to the left.

The functions in the rear are enabled again.

왔 Panic alarm

An audible alarm and blinking exterior lamps will operate for approximately

/2minutes.

Deactivating

왘 Press button 1 again.

왘 Insert the SmartKey or the SmartKey

with KEYLESS-GO* in starter switch.

Safety and Security

Panic alarm

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

1 Â button

Activating

왘 Press and hold button 1 for at least

1 second.

왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO* start/stop

button (

컄 page 35).

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* must be inside the vehicle.

USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interfer-

ence, and

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Safety and Security

Driving safety systems

In this section you will find information on the following driving safety systems:

앫 ABS (Antilock Brake System)

앫 BAS (Brake Assist System)

앫 ESP

(Electronic Stability Program)

In winter operation, the maximum effectiveness of the ABS, BAS, and the

ESP

is only achieved with winter tires

(

컄 page 313), or snow chains as re-

quired.

Warning! G

The following factors increase the risk of accidents:

앫 Excessive speed, especially in turns

앫 Wet and slippery road surfaces

앫 Following another vehicle too closely

The ABS, BAS and ESP risk.

Always adjust your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions.

cannot reduce this

ABS

Warning! G

Do not pump the brake pedal. Use firm, steady brake pedal pressure instead. Pumping the brake pedal defeats the purpose of the ABS and significantly reduces braking effectiveness.

The Antilock Brake System (ABS) regulates the brake pressure so that the wheels do not lock during braking. This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle.

The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) independent of road surface conditions.

On slippery road surfaces, the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure.

Safety and Security

Driving safety systems

The - indicator lamp in the instrument cluster ( switch on the ignition (

컄 page 24) comes on when you

컄 page 34). It goes

out when the engine is running.

Braking

At the instant one of the wheels is about to lock up, a slight pulsation can be felt in the brake pedal, indicating that the ABS is in the regulating mode.

왘 Keep firm and steady pressure on the

brake pedal while experiencing the pulsation.

Continuous steady brake pedal pressure yields the advantages provided by the ABS, namely braking power and the ability to steer the vehicle.

The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

Emergency brake maneuver

왘 Keep continuous full pressure on the

brake pedal.

Warning! G

The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking or steering efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The ABS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ABS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (

컄 page 328).

BAS

The Brake Assist System (BAS) operates in emergency situations. If you apply the brakes very quickly, the BAS automatically provides full brake boost, thereby potentially reducing the braking distance.

왘 Apply continuous full braking pressure

until the emergency braking situation is over.

The ABS will prevent the wheels from locking.

When you release the brake pedal, the brakes function again as normal. The BAS is then deactivated.

Warning! G

If the BAS is malfunctioning, the brake system is still functioning normally, but without the additional brake boost available that BAS would normally provide in an emergency braking maneuver. Therefore, the braking distance may increase.

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Driving safety systems

Warning! G

The BAS cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase braking efficiency beyond that afforded by the condition of the vehicle brakes and tires or the traction afforded. The BAS cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, following another vehicle too closely, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of a BAS equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

For more information, see the “Practical hints” (

컄 page 328).

ESP

The Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) is operational as soon as the engine is running and monitors the vehicle’s traction (force of adhesive friction between the tires and the road surface) and handling.

The ESP

recognizes when a wheel is spinning or if the vehicle starts to skid. By applying brakes to the appropriate wheel and by limiting the engine output, the ESP works to stabilize the vehicle. The ESP

is especially useful while driving off and on wet or slippery road surfaces. The ESP

also stabilizes the vehicle during braking maneuvers.

The ESP ment cluster flashes when the ESP

warning lamp v in the instru-

is en-

gaged.

The ESP

warning lamp v in the instru-

ment cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition (

컄 page 34). It goes out when

the engine is running.

Warning! G

Never switch off the ESP® when you see the

ESP

warning lamp v flashing in the in-

strument c luster. I n this case p roceed as follows:

앫 While driving off, apply as little throttle

as possible.

앫 While driving ease up on the accelera-

tor.

앫 Adapt your speed and driving style to

the prevailing road conditions.

Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid.

The ESP® cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed.

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Driving safety systems

Warning! G

The ESP® cannot prevent the natural laws of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase the traction afforded. The ESP cannot prevent accidents, including those resulting from excessive speed in turns, or hydroplaning. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can prevent accidents. The capabilities of an ESP never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user’s safety or the safety of others.

equipped vehicle must

Distronic* is switched off when the

ESP

engages.

The ESP® will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size (

컄 page 410).

Because of the ESP’s® automatic operation, the engine and ignition must be shut off (SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS-GO* start/stop button in position 0 or 1) when

앫 the parking brake is being tested on

a brake test dynamometer

앫 the vehicle is being towed with the

front/rear axle raised

Active braking action through the ESP may otherwise seriously damage the brake system.

For more information, see “Practical hints” (

컄 page 332).

Switching off the ESP

Warning! G

The ESP® should not be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below. Disabling of the system will reduce vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers.

To improve the vehicle’s traction, switch off the ESP

would be advantageous to have the drive

in driving situations where it

wheels spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip such as:

앫 when driving with snow chains

앫 in deep snow

앫 in sand or gravel

Distronic* cannot be activated when the ESP

has been switched off.

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Driving safety systems

When you switch off the ESP

앫 the ESP

앫 the engine output is not limited, which

does not stabilize the vehicle

allows the drive wheels to spin and thus cut into surfaces for better grip

앫 the traction control will still brake a

spinning wheel

앫 the ESP

continues to operate when

you are braking

When the ESP® is switched off and one or more drive wheels are spinning, the

ESP

warning lamp v in the instru-

ment cluster flashes. However, the

ESP

will then not stabilize the vehicle.

The switch is located on the upper part of the center console.

1 ESP

왘 Press ESP

on/off

switch 1 until the ESP®

warning lamp v in the speedometer comes on.

The ESP

is switched off.

Warning! G

When the ESP® warning lamp v is illuminated continuously, the ESP off.

Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non-operating status of the ESP

is switched

Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off. This may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

Switching on the ESP

왘 Press ESP

The ESP

switch 1.

warning lamp v in the in-

strument cluster goes out.

You are now again in normal driving mode with the ESP

switched on.

왔 Anti-theft systems

Immobilizer

Deactivating

Safety and Security

Anti-theft systems

Anti-theft alarm system

The immobilizer prevents unauthorized persons from starting your vehicle.

Activating

With the SmartKey

왘 Remove the SmartKey from the starter

switch.

The immobilizer is activated.

With KEYLESS-GO*

왘 Turn off the engine by means of the

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button (

컄 page 35).

왘 Open the driver’s door.

The immobilizer is activated.

With the SmartKey

왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter

switch.

The immobilizer is deactivated.

With KEYLESS-GO*

왘 Start the engine by means of the

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button (

컄 page 35).

The immobilizer is deactivated.

In case the engine cannot be started (yet the vehicle’s battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA), or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

Once the alarm system has been armed, a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens:

앫 a door

앫 the trunk

앫 the hood

The alarm will stay on even if the activating element (a door, for example) is immediately closed.

The alarm system will also be triggered when

앫 someone attempts to raise the vehicle

앫 the vehicle is opened using the

mechanical key

앫 someone opens a door from the inside

앫 someone opens the trunk with the

emergency release button

Safety and Security

Anti-theft systems

If the alarm stays on for more than 30 seconds, a call to the Response Center is initiated automatically by the Tele Aid system ( Tele Aid service was subscribed to and properly activated, and that necessary cellular service and GPS coverage are available.

Arming the alarm system

The indicator lamp located in the central locking switch in on the upper part of the front center console.

컄 page 241) provided

왘 Lock your vehicle with the SmartKey or

KEYLESS-GO*.

The turn signal lamps flash three times to indicate that the alarm system is activated. The indicator lamp 1 flashes to indicate that the alarm system is armed.

If the turn signal lamps does not flash three times one of the following elements may not be properly closed:

앫 a door

앫 the trunk

Close the respective element and lock the vehicle again.

Disarming the alarm system

왘 Unlock your vehicle with the SmartKey

or the KEYLESS-GO*.

The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed.

The alarm system will rearm automatically again after approximately 40 seconds if no door was opened.

1 Indicator lamp

Safety and Security

Anti-theft systems

Canceling the alarm

To cancel the alarm:

With the SmartKey

왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter

switch.

왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the

SmartKey.

The alarm is canceled.

With KEYLESS-GO*

왘 Grasp an outside door handle.

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehicle.

왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-

ton (

컄 page 35).

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be inside the vehicle.

The alarm is canceled.

Tow-away alarm

Once the tow-away alarm is armed, a visual and audible alarm will be triggered when someone attempts to raise the vehicle.

The tow-away protection alarm is triggered, for example, if the vehicle is lifted on one side.

컄 page 241) provided

Arming tow-away alarm

왘 Lock your vehicle with the SmartKey or

KEYLESS-GO*.

The tow-away alarm is automatically armed after about 30 seconds.

Disarming tow-away alarm

To prevent triggering the tow-away alarm, switch off the tow-away alarm feature before towing the vehicle, or when parking on a surface subject to movement, such as a ferry or auto train.

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Anti-theft systems

The button is located on the upper part of

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the front center console.

1 Indicator lamp 2 Tow-away alarm off button

왘 Switch off the ignition and remove the

SmartKey from the starter switch.

You cannot disarm the tow-away alarm if the ignition is switched on.

왘 Press button 2.

Indicator lamp 1 in the button comes on briefly.

왘 Exit and lock your vehicle with the

SmartKey or (vehicles with KEYLESS-GO*) with the lock button an each outside door handle or trunk lid.

The tow-away alarm remains disarmed until you lock your vehicle again.

Canceling the alarm

To cancel the alarm:

With the SmartKey

왘 Insert the SmartKey in the starter

switch.

왘 Press the Œ or ‹ button on the

SmartKey.

The alarm is canceled.

With KEYLESS-GO*

왘 Grasp an outside door handle.

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be within 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehicle.

왘 Press the KEYLESS-GO start/stop but-

ton (

컄 page 35).

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be inside the vehicle.

The alarm is canceled.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Seats

Memory function

Lighting

Instrument cluster

Control system

Automatic transmission

Good visibility

Automatic climate control

Power windows

Power tilt/sliding sunroof

Driving systems

Useful features

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

In the “Controls in detail” section you will find detailed information on how to operate the equipment installed in your vehicle. If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle, this section will be of particular interest to you.

To quickly familiarize yourself with the basic functions of the vehicle, refer to the “Getting started” section of this manual. The corresponding page numbers are given at the beginning of each segment.

For more information on locking and unlocking, see “Getting started” ( and (

컄 page 60).

컄 page 32)

SmartKey

Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key.

The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys are a different color to help distinguish each SmartKey unit.

The SmartKey provides an extended operating range. To prevent theft, however, it is advisable to only unlock the vehicle when you are in close proximity to it.

The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks:

앫 the doors

앫 the trunk

앫 the fuel filler flap

SmartKey with remote controls

1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk 3 Locking tab for mechanical key 4 Œ Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6 Â Panic button (

컄 page 79)

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO* from the starter switch, take it with you, and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. It is possible for children to open a locked door from the inside, which could result in an accident and/or serious personal injury.

To prevent possible malfunction, avoid exposing the SmartKey to high levels of electromagnetic radiation.

USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interfer-

ence, and

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

You can also open and close the windows and tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey, see “Summer opening feature” (

컄 page 200) and “Convenience

closing feature” (

컄 page 200).

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Factory setting

Global unlocking

왘 Press button Œ.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

The vehicle will lock again automatically and reactivate the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking if:

앫 neither a door nor the trunk is opened

앫 the SmartKey is not inserted in the

starter switch

앫 the central locking switch is not acti-

vated

Global locking

왘 Press button ‹.

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

Selective setting

If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressing Œ only unlocks the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap.

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 5 seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice.

The SmartKey will then function as follows:

Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap

왘 Press button Œ once.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knob in the driver’s door moves up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

Global unlocking

왘 Press button Œ twice.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

Global locking

왘 Press button ‹.

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Restoring to factory setting

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 6 seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice.

If you can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey, then either the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged, the SmartKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained.

앫 Check the batteries in the

SmartKey and replace them if necessary (

앫 Use the mechanical key to unlock

the driver’s door ( the trunk (

앫 Use the mechanical key to lock the

driver’s door (

앫 Have the vehicle battery and the

battery connections checked (

컄 page 376).

컄 page 372) and

컄 page 373).

컄 page 372).

컄 page 391).

If the SmartKey is malfunctioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Checking the batteries

왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.

Battery check lamp 5 comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey batteries are in order.

If battery check lamp 5 does not comes on briefly during check, then the SmartKey batteries are discharged.

Replace the batteries (

컄 page 376).

You can obtain the required batteries at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

If the batteries are checked within signal range of the vehicle, pressing the button ‹ or Œ will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.

Unlocking and opening the trunk

You can unlock and open the trunk separately.

A minimum height clearance of 6.3 ft (1.90 m) is required to open the trunk lid.

왘 Press and hold button Š until trunk

unlocks and begins to open.

The trunk lid swings open upwards automatically. Always make sure that there is sufficient overhead clearance.

Vehicles with trunk opening/closing system*: To stop the opening procedure, press button Š. The trunk lid stops moving.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Loss of SmartKey or mechanical key

If you lose a SmartKey or mechanical key, you should do the following:

왘 Have the SmartKey deactivated by an

authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

왘 Report the loss of the SmartKey or the

mechanical key immediately to your car insurance company.

왘 If necessary, have the mechanical lock

replaced.

Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement.

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO*

Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS-GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO, each with remote control and a removable mechanical key.

The locking tabs for the mechanical key portion of the two SmartKeys with KEYLESS-GO are a different color to help distinguish each SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO unit.

The KEYLESS-GO function is integrated into the SmartKey. On these vehicles, the validity of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is checked every time you grasp an outside door handle.

If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is valid, your vehicle unlocks:

앫 the doors

앫 the trunk

앫 the fuel filler flap

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

1 ‹ Lock button 2 Š Opening button for trunk 3 Locking tab for mechanical key 4 Œ Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6 Â Panic button (

컄 page 79)

When the passenger outside door handle is grasped, the vehicle is centrally unlocked.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Warning! G

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO with you and lock the vehicle. Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment may cause an accident and/or serious personal injury.

To prevent possible malfunction, avoid exposing the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO to high levels of electromagnetic radiation.

USA only: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Canada only: This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interfer-

ence, and

(2) this device must accept any inter-

ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

You can also open and close the windows and tilt/sliding sunroof using the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO, see “Summer opening feature” (

컄 page 200) and “Convenience clos-

ing feature” (

컄 page 200).

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Important notes on using KEYLESS-GO

앫 You can also use the SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO like a normal SmartKey (

앫 You can combine KEYLESS-GO func-

컄 page 90).

tions with normal SmartKey functions (e.g. unlocking with KEYLESS-GO and locking with the ‹ button).

앫 Always carry the SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO with you.

앫 Never store the SmartKey with

KEYLESS-GO together with:

앫 Electronic items such as a cellular

phone or another SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

앫 Metallic objects such as coins or

metal foil

Doing so could impair the function of the KEYLESS-GO system.

앫 To lock or unlock the vehicle, the

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO must be located outside the vehicle within approximately 3 ft. (1 m) of a door or the trunk lid.

앫 In order to start the engine with the

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO:

앫 The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

must be located in the vehicle.

앫 All doors must be closed.

앫 The brake pedal must be firmly de-

pressed. Do not depress the accelerator.

앫 If you have started the engine with the

KEYLESS-GO start/stop button (

컄 page 35), you can only turn it off

again with this button, even if you have put the SmartKey in the starter switch in the meantime.

This does not apply if, after starting, the gear selector lever is still in position P and the SmartKey is then inserted in the starter switch. The SmartKey will then have priority over the KEYLESS-GO function and the vehicle’s electrical system will operate according to the position of the SmartKey in the starter switch, even stopping the engine.

앫 If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is

positioned farther away from the vehicle, the system may no longer recognize the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO. The vehicle then cannot be locked or the engine started via the KEYLESS-GO system.

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

앫 If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is re-

moved from the vehicle while the ignition is switched on (e.g. if passenger exits the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO), the message

KEY NOT RECOGNIZED

will appear in the multifunction display while driving off.

Find the SmartKey or change its present location immediately (e.g. place it on the front passenger seat or insert it in shirt pocket).

앫 Remember that the engine can be

started by anyone with a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO that is left inside the vehicle. If you leave the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO behind when exiting and locking the vehicle, the message

KEY STILL IN VEHICLE

will appear in the multifunction display.

Factory setting

Global unlocking

왘 Grasp an outside door handle.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

If the vehicle has been parked for more than 72 hours, you must pull an outside door handle in order to activate the KEYLESS-GO function.

The vehicle will lock again automatically and reactivate the anti-theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking if:

앫 neither a door nor the trunk is opened

앫 the central locking switch is not acti-

vated

The vehicle could inadvertently be unlocked if the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is within 3 ft. (1 m) of the vehicle and:

앫 an outside door handle is splashed

with water, or

앫 you attempt to clean an outside

door handle.

Global locking

왘 Press lock button on an outside door

handle ( (

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

컄 page 60) or trunk lid

컄 page 99).

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

Selective setting

If you frequently travel alone, you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO so when you, grasp the driver’s outside door handle only the driver’s door and the fuel filler flap unlocks.

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 6 seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice.

The SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO will then function as follows:

Unlocking driver’s door and fuel filler flap

왘 Grasp the driver’s outside door handle.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knob in the driver’s door moves up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

Global unlocking

왘 Grasp the outside door handle on the

passenger side.

All turn signal lamps flash once. The locking knobs in the doors move up. The anti-theft alarm system is disarmed.

Global locking

왘 Press lock button on an outside door

handle (

컄 page 60).

With the trunk and all doors closed, all turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

You can also lock the vehicle using the lock button on the trunk lid ( or, vehicles with trunk opening/closing system*, KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch (

컄 page 107).

컄 page 99)

Restoring to factory setting

왘 Press and hold buttons Œ and ‹

simultaneously for about 6 seconds until battery check lamp 5 flashes twice.

If you can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO, then the battery of the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is discharged, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained.

앫 Check the battery of the SmartKey

with KEYLESS-GO and replace them if necessary (

앫 Use the mechanical key to unlock

the driver’s door ( the trunk (

앫 Use the mechanical key to lock the

driver’s door (

컄 page 377).

컄 page 372) and

컄 page 373).

컄 page 372).

Controls in detail

Locking and unlocking

앫 Have the vehicle battery and the

battery connections checked (

컄 page 391).

If the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Checking the battery

왘 Press button ‹ or Œ.

Battery check lamp 5 comes on briefly to indicate that the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO battery is in order.

If battery check lamp 5 does not come on briefly during check, the SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO battery is discharged.

Replace the battery (

You can obtain the required battery at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

컄 page 377).

If the battery is checked within signal range of the vehicle, pressing the button ‹ or Œ will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly.

Global locking using the lock button on the trunk lid

To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout, the trunk will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO is recognized inside the vehicle or in the trunk.

1 Lock button

왘 Press lock button 1 on the trunk lid.

All turn signal lamps flash three times. The locking knobs in the doors move down. The anti-theft alarm system is armed.

You can also lock the vehicle using the lock button on an outside door handle (

컄 page 60) or, vehicles with trunk

opening/closing system*, KEYLESS-GO locking/closing switch (

컄 page 107).

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