Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan 2011 Owner's Manual

E-Class
Sedan and Wagon Operator's Manual
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Welcome to the world of Mercedes-Benz
Before you drive off, please familiarize yourself with your vehicle and read this manual, especially the safety and warning notices. This will help you to obtain the maximum pleasure from your vehicle and to avoid endangering yourself and others.
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 20
At a glance ........................................... 25
Safety ................................................... 35
Opening and closing ........................... 75
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 101
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 117
Climate control ................................. 131
Driving and parking .......................... 147
On-board computer and displays .... 215
Loading, stowing and features ........ 273
Maintenance and care ...................... 307
Roadside Assistance ........................ 321
Tires and wheels ............................... 349
Technical data ................................... 383
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 294
12 V socket ........................................ 292
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 193
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 241
Function/notes ................................ 65
Warning lamp ................................. 265
Accident (notes) ................................ 323
Active Blind Spot Assist
Display message ............................ 252
Function/information .................... 209
Active Driving Assistance package . 208 Active Lane Keeping Assist
Display message ............................ 251
Function/information .................... 211
Active light function (display
message) ............................................ 245
Active multicontour seat .................. 107
Active service system
see Service interval display
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 71
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 246
Switching on/off ........................... 121
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
®
AdBlue
Adding ........................................... 167
Display message ............................ 249
Air bags
Display message ............................ 239
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 39
Important safety notes .................... 38
Knee bag .......................................... 40
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ........... 48
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................ 43
Pelvis air bag ................................... 42
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Side impact air bag .......................... 41
Window curtain air bag .................... 43
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air dehumidification
Activating/deactivating with
cooling ........................................... 138
Air distribution
Setting ........................................... 140
Air filter (display message) .............. 249
Airflow
Setting ........................................... 141
AIRMATIC
Function/notes ............................. 191
Suspension tuning ......................... 192
Vehicle level .................................. 191
AIRMATIC (display message) ............ 250
AIRMATIC (E 550 and E 550
4MATIC) .............................................. 191
Air nozzles
see Air vents .................................. 144
Air pressure
see Tire pressure
Air-recirculation mode
Activating/deactivating ................. 143
Air vents ............................................. 144
Glove box ....................................... 144
Important safety information ......... 144
Rear ............................................... 145
Setting the center air vents ........... 144
Setting the side air vents ............... 144
Alarm system
see ATA
Alertness Assistant
see ATTENTION ASSIST
Ambient lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 230
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 221
AMG Ride Control sports
suspension (E 63 AMG) ..................... 192
Anti-lock Braking System
see ABS
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA
Anti-theft system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 74
Index
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Ashtray ............................................... 291
Assistance menu (on-board
computer) .......................................... 227
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 74
Function ........................................... 74
Switching off the alarm .................... 74
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 228
Display message ............................ 250
Function/notes ............................. 201
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 225
AUTO lights
see Light sensor
Automatic car wash .......................... 314
Automatic lane recognition system
see Lane Keeping Assist ................ 229
Automatic transmission
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 155
Display message ............................ 258
Driving tips .................................... 157
Emergency running mode .............. 162
Kickdown ....................................... 158
Malfunction .................................... 162
Program selector button ................ 158
Pulling away ................................... 151
Selector lever ................................ 154
Starting .......................................... 151
B
Backrest (display message) ............. 259
Bag hook ............................................ 281
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 66
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
Plus*) .................................................... 66
Battery
Charging ........................................ 340
Checking (SmartKey) ....................... 80
Display message ............................ 248
Important safety guidelines
(SmartKey) ....................................... 80
Jump-starting ................................. 341
Replacing (SmartKey) ...................... 80
Safety notes .................................. 338
Belt
see Seat belts
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 228
Display message ............................ 252
Function/notes ............................. 205
BlueTEC
AdBlue® ......................................... 390
Adding AdBlue® ............................. 167
Bottle holder ...................................... 289
Brake fluid
Notes ............................................. 392
Brake fluid level ................................ 312
Brake lamp (display message) ......... 244
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 65
BAS .................................................. 66
BAS PLUS ........................................ 66
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 392
Display message ............................ 242
High-performance brake system .... 174
Important safety notes .................. 173
Maintenance .................................. 174
Parking brake ................................ 170
Warning lamp ................................. 263
Breakdown
see Accident (notes) see Flat tire
Bulb
Infrared light .................................. 127
Bulbs
High-beam headlamps ................... 126
Low-beam headlamps .................... 126
Overview ........................................ 125
Parking lamps ................................ 126
Standing lamps (front) ................... 126
Turn signals (front) ......................... 127
C
CAC
(Customer Assistance Center) ......... 23
California
Important notice for retail
customers and lessees .................... 21
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Index
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Capacities
see Technical data
Care
Carpets .......................................... 320
Car wash ........................................ 314
Display ........................................... 318
Gear or selector lever .................... 319
Headlamps ..................................... 317
Matte finish ................................... 316
Night View Assist Plus ................... 318
Notes ............................................. 313
Paint .............................................. 316
Plastic trim .................................... 319
Power washer ................................ 315
Rear view camera .......................... 318
Roof lining ...................................... 320
Seat belt ........................................ 320
Seat covers .................................... 319
Sensors ......................................... 317
Steering wheel ............................... 319
Tail pipes ....................................... 318
Trim strips ..................................... 319
Washing by hand ........................... 315
Wheels ........................................... 315
Windows ........................................ 316
Wiper blades .................................. 317
Wooden trim .................................. 319
Cargo compartment cover ............... 281
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 279 Cargo compartment floor
Stowage well (under) ..................... 285
Cargo net
Important safety information ......... 283
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 280
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 225
Center console ..................................... 31
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
SmartKey ......................................... 76
Changing bulbs
Headlamps ..................................... 124
Changing gears .................................. 157
Changing the programming
SmartKey ......................................... 79
Child-proof locks
Rear doors ....................................... 63
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 58
Restraint systems ............................ 59
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 48
Automatic recognition/air bag
deactivation, self-test ...................... 50
Display message ............................ 236
LATCH-type (ISOFIX ) child seat
anchors ............................................ 61
Special seat belt retractor ............... 61
Top Tether ....................................... 62
Troubleshooting ............................... 51
Cigarette lighter ................................ 292
Classification system for occupants (OCS)
Faults ............................................... 47
Operation ......................................... 43
System self-test ............................... 46
Climate control
3-zone automatic climate control .. 135
Activating/deactivating ................. 138
Activating/deactivating air-
recirculation mode ......................... 143
Controlling automatically ............... 139
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 138
Defrosting the windshield .............. 141
Demisting the windows .................. 142
Dual-zone automatic climate
control ........................................... 133
Important safety information ......... 132
Indicator lamp ................................ 139
Maximum cooling .......................... 142
Problems with "cooling with air
dehumidification" ........................... 139
Problems with the rear window
heating .......................................... 142
Rear control panel ......................... 137
Refrigerant ..................................... 392
Setting the air distribution ............. 140
Setting the airflow ......................... 141
Setting the air vents ...................... 144
Setting the temperature ................ 139
Setting the temperature (rear
compartment) ................................ 140
Switching the rear window
heating on/off ............................... 142
Index
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Switching the residual heat
function on/off .............................. 143
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 141
Coat hooks ......................................... 283
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 335
see Emergency spare wheel
Combination switch .......................... 120
Combined cargo cover and net ........ 282
Compass ............................................ 303
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 220
Convenience closing feature .............. 93
Convenience opening feature ............ 93
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 311
Display message ............................ 246
Notes ............................................. 392
Temperature (on-board computer) . 221
Temperature gauge ........................ 216
Warning lamp ................................. 269
Cooling
see Climate control
Cornering light (display message) ... 243 Crash-responsive emergency
lighting ............................................... 124
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 178
Display message ............................ 255
Function/notes ............................. 177
Cup holder ......................................... 288
Center console .............................. 288
Rear compartment ......................... 288
Current fuel consumption (on-
board computer) ............................... 220
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ............................................... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
D
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 245
Switching on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Interior lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Diesel particle filter .......................... 173
Digital speedometer ......................... 220
DIRECT SELECT lever
see Automatic transmission
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 318
Display messages
Brakes ........................................... 241
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 234
Clearing (on-board computer) ........ 234
Driving systems ............................. 250
Engine ............................................ 246
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 260
Lamps ............................................ 243
Safety systems .............................. 235
Service interval display .................. 313
SmartKey ....................................... 260
Tires ............................................... 255
Vehicle ........................................... 258
Distance recorder ............................. 220
Distance warning lamp ..................... 270
DISTRONIC PLUS
Deactivating ................................... 186
Display message ............................ 254
Displays in the multifunction
display ........................................... 185
Driving tips .................................... 187
Function/notes ............................. 179
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 185
Warning lamp ................................. 270
Door
Automatic locking ............................ 85
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Display message ............................ 259
Index
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Emergency locking ........................... 86
Emergency unlocking ....................... 85
Opening (from inside) ...................... 84
Door control panel
Overview .......................................... 33
Doors
Important safety notes .................... 84
Drinking and driving ......................... 172
Drinks holder
see Cup holder
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 159
Manual ........................................... 160
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 221
Drive program display ...................... 155
Driving abroad ................................... 177
Driving on flooded roads .................. 175
Driving safety system
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ............................................... 66
EBD (Electronic Brake force
Distribution) ..................................... 71
ESP® (Electronic Stability
Program) .......................................... 67
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 68
Important safety information ........... 65
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 65
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 71
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 66
Overview .......................................... 65
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 71
Driving system
AIRMATIC (E 550 and E 550
4MATIC) ......................................... 191
Driving systems
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 209
Active Driving Assistance
package ......................................... 208
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 211
AIRMATIC ...................................... 191
AMG Ride Control sports
suspension (E 63 AMG) ................. 192
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 201
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 205
Cruise control ................................ 177
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 179
HOLD function ............................... 188
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 207
Lane Tracking package .................. 205
Night View Assist Plus ................... 202
Parking Guidance ........................... 197
PARKTRONIC ................................. 194
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 190
Rear view camera .......................... 200
Driving tips ........................................ 157
Braking .......................................... 174
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 187
Downhill gradients ......................... 173
Driving on flooded roads ................ 175
Wet road surface ........................... 173
Winter ............................................ 176
DVD audio (on-board computer) ...... 225
E
EASY-ENTRY feature ......................... 112
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 232
EASY-EXIT feature ............................. 112
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 232
Crash-responsive ........................... 113
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................ 284
EASY-PACK folding luggage-
compartment floor ............................ 285
EASY-PACK load-securing kit ........... 284
EASY-PACK rear sill protector .......... 286
EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
Display message ............................ 242
Function/notes ................................ 71
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electronic Brake force
see EBD
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®
Electronic Traction System
see ETS/4ETS
Emergency call
see mbrace
Index
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Emergency release
Fuel filler flap ................................. 164
Trunk ......................................... 90, 91
Vehicle ....................................... 85, 86
Emergency running mode
Automatic transmission ................. 162
Emergency spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 325
Stowing .......................................... 326
Emergency tensioning device
Function ........................................... 57
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 91
Emissions purification
Service and warranty information .... 20
Engine
Irregular running ............................ 153
Starting problems .......................... 153
Starting the engine with the key .... 151
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 151
Switching off .................................. 170
Warning lamp Check Engine .......... 268
Engine electronics
Malfunction .................................... 153
Engine number .................................. 386
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 310
Checking the oil level ..................... 309
Display message ............................ 248
Lubricant additives ........................ 391
Notes about oil grades ................... 391
Temperature (on-board computer) . 221
Viscosity ........................................ 391
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
see ESP®
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 70
Activating/deactivating (except
AMG vehicles) .................................. 68
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 228
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 221
Display message ............................ 235
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 68
Important safety information ........... 67
Warning lamp ................................. 265
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 68
Exhaust check ................................... 172
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 318
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 113
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 114
Out of position ............................... 114
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 115
Storing the parking position .......... 114
Exterior view ........................................ 26
F
First-aid kit ......................................... 323
Flat tire
Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 331
MOExtended run-flat system ......... 337
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 326
Raising the vehicle ......................... 333
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 327
Floormat ............................................. 304
Folding bench seat (cargo
compartment) .................................... 108
Front fog lamp (display message) ... 244 Fuel
Additives ........................................ 389
Notes ............................................. 388
Premium-grade unleaded gasoline . 388
Refueling ........................................ 162
Specifications ................................ 388
Troubleshooting ............................. 166
Fuel consumption
Current (on-board computer) ......... 220
Notes ............................................. 172
Fuel filler cap (display message) ..... 249
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 164
Opening/closing ............................ 164
Fuel filter (display message) ............ 249
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Index
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 220
Fuses
Fuse allocation chart ..................... 345
Fuse box in the cargo
compartment ................................. 346
Fuse box in the engine
compartment ................................. 346
Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 346
Notes ............................................. 345
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 303
Notes ............................................. 300
Opening/closing the garage door .. 303
Programming the remote control ... 301
Gear indicator (on-board
computer) .......................................... 221
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 319
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ......... 384
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ...................... 319
Glove box ........................................... 274
H
Headlamp cleaning system .............. 122
Adding washer fluid ....................... 312
Notes ............................................. 393
Headlamp mode (daytime driving)
see Daytime running lamps
Headlamps
Cleaning ......................................... 317
Misting up ...................................... 123
Head restraints
Adjusting (angle) ............................ 105
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 105
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 105
Installing/removing (rear) .............. 106
Luxury ............................................ 105
see NECK-PRO head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher ............................. 122
Hill start assist .................................. 152
HOLD function
Display message ............................ 251
Function/notes ............................. 188
Hood
Closing ........................................... 309
Display message ............................ 259
Opening ......................................... 308
Hydroplaning ..................................... 175
I
Immobilizer .......................................... 73
Indicator and warning lamps
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 270
Insect protection on the radiator .... 309
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 28
Submenu (on-board computer) ...... 229
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 29
Instrument cluster lighting ................ 28
Instrument lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Interior lighting
Automatic control .......................... 124
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 231
Emergency lighting ........................ 124
Manual control ............................... 124
Reading lamp ................................. 123
Setting ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 324
Using ............................................. 333
Jump-starting ..................................... 341
K
KEYLESS-GO
Button ............................................ 150
Convenience closing feature ............ 94
Display message ............................ 260
Locking ............................................ 77
Index
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Starting the engine ........................ 151
Unlocking ......................................... 77
Key positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 150
SmartKey ....................................... 149
Kickdown ................................... 158, 161
Knee bag .............................................. 40
L
Lane-change assistant
see Active Blind Spot Assist see Blind Spot Assist
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 229
Display message ............................ 251
Function/information .................... 207
Lane Tracking package ..................... 205
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 61
License plate lamp (display
message) ............................................ 244
Light
Setting ambient lighting (on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
Lights
Activating/deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch-off
(on-board computer) ...................... 231
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 119
Cornering light function ................. 122
Daytime running lamps .................. 119
Driving abroad ............................... 118
Fog lamps ...................................... 120
Hazard warning lamps ................... 122
High-beam headlamps ................... 120
Light switch ................................... 118
Low-beam headlamps .................... 119
Rear fog lamp ................................ 120
Switching the Adaptive Highbeam Assist on/off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 230
Switching the daytime driving lights on/off (on-board computer) . 230
Switching the exterior lighting delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 231
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 231
Light sensor (display message) ....... 246
Loading guidelines ............................ 274
Locking
Automatic ........................................ 85
Emergency locking ........................... 86
From inside the vehicle (central
locking button) ................................. 84
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 232
Low-beam headlamp (display
message) ............................................ 243
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 284
Luggage net ....................................... 276
Lumbar support
4-way lumbar support .................... 108
Luxury head restraints ..................... 105
M
M+S tires ............................................ 175
Main-beam headlamps (display
message) ............................................ 244
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Malfunctions relevant to safety
Reporting ......................................... 23
Manual drive program ...................... 160
Massage function (PULSE) ............... 107
Matte finish (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 316
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 299
Display message ............................ 235
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 299
Emergency call .............................. 296
Important safety notes .................. 295
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 300
MB info call button ........................ 298
Remote vehicle locking .................. 300
Roadside Assistance button .......... 297
Self-test ......................................... 295
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Index
System .......................................... 295
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 299
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 79
Memory card (on-board computer) . 225
Memory function ............................... 115
Menu (on-board computer)
AMG ............................................... 221
Assistance ..................................... 227
Audio ............................................. 225
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 185
DVD ............................................... 226
Navigation ..................................... 224
Overview of menus ........................ 219
Service ........................................... 229
Settings ......................................... 229
Telephone ...................................... 226
Trip ................................................ 220
Message memory (on-board
computer) .......................................... 234
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 290
see Exterior mirrors or Rear-view mirror
MOExtended run-flat system ........... 337
MP3
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 225
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display ........................ 218
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 217
Overview .......................................... 30
N
Navigation
On-board computer ....................... 224
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 52
Resetting after being triggered ........ 53
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating ................. 203
Cleaning ......................................... 318
Function/notes ............................. 202
Malfunction .................................... 205
Problem ......................................... 205
Notes on breaking-in a new
vehicle ................................................ 148
O
Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Faults ............................................... 47
Operation ......................................... 43
System self-test ............................... 46
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
System overview .............................. 36
Octane number (fuel) ........................ 388
Odometer ........................................... 220
Off-road
4MATIC .......................................... 193
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 221
Assistance menu ........................... 227
Audio menu ................................... 225
Convenience submenu .................. 232
Display messages .......................... 234
Factory settings ............................. 233
Important safety notes .................. 216
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 229
Lighting submenu .......................... 230
Message memory .......................... 234
Navigation menu ............................ 224
Operating video DVD ..................... 226
Operation ....................................... 217
Overview of menus ........................ 219
Service menu ................................. 229
Settings menu ............................... 229
Standard display submenu ............ 220
Telephone menu ............................ 226
Trip menu ...................................... 220
Vehicle submenu ........................... 231
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature
Display ........................................... 217
Overhead control panel
Overview .......................................... 32
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 64
P
Paint code number ............................ 385
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 316
Panic alarm .......................................... 64
Panorama roof with power tilt/ sliding panel
Opening/closing .............................. 97
Resetting ......................................... 98
Parking ............................................... 169
Parking aid
Parking Guidance ........................... 197
PARKTRONIC ................................. 194
Rear view camera .......................... 200
Parking brake .................................... 170
Parking Guidance .............................. 197
Display message ............................ 252
Parking lamp (display message) ...... 245
Parking position
Exterior mirror on the front-
passenger side ............................... 114
PARKTRONIC
Activating/deactivating ................. 196
Function/notes ............................. 194
Malfunction .................................... 197
Problem ......................................... 197
Range of the sensors ..................... 194
Warning display ............................. 195
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp (only Canada) ............................. 48
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp (only USA) ................................... 43
Pedals ................................................. 172
Permanent display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 230
Permanent four-wheel drive
see 4MATIC
Plastic hooks ..................................... 280
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 319
Power washers .................................. 315
Power windows
see Side windows
Pre-emptive occupant safety system
see PRE-SAFE® system
Index
®
PRE-SAFE DISTRONIC PLUS)
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 228
Function/notes ................................ 71
PRE-SAFE® Brake (vehicles with DISTRONIC PLUS)
Display message ............................ 236
Warning lamp ................................. 270
PRE-SAFE® system
Display message ............................ 235
Operation ......................................... 51
Product information ............................ 20
Program selector ............................... 158
Program selector button .................. 158
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 151
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 190
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 222
Radar sensor system
Display message ............................ 251
Radar sensor system (on-board
computer) .......................................... 232
Radiator cover ................................... 309
Radio
Changing stations (on-board
computer) ...................................... 225
see separate operating instructions
Range (on-board computer) ............. 220
Rear axle level control ...................... 192
Rear compartment
Setting the airflow ......................... 141
Setting the air vents ...................... 145
Setting the temperature ................ 140
Rear fog lamp (display message) ..... 244
Rear seat backrest
Display message ............................ 259
Folding forwards/back .................. 278
Rear seat backrest (display
message) ............................................ 259
Rear sill protector ............................. 286
Rear view camera
Function/notes ............................. 200
Rear view camera (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 318
Brake (vehicles with
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Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 113
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 114
Rear window blind ............................ 290
Rear window heating
Malfunction .................................... 142
Switching on/off ........................... 142
Rear window wiper ........................... 128
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 129
Refueling ............................................ 162
Remote control
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 301
Reporting
Malfunctions relevant to safety ........ 23
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 249
Warning lamp ................................. 268
Residual heat
Switching on/off ........................... 143
Restraint systems
see SRS
Retaining hook .................................. 281
Reversing lamp (display message) .. 245
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 21
Roller blind
see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 98
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 98
Rear side windows ......................... 290
Rear window .................................. 290
Roof carrier ........................................ 287
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 320
Route
see Route guidance (on-board
computer)
Route guidance (on-board
computer) .......................................... 224
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 58
Child restraint systems .................... 59
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 43
Overview of occupant safety
systems ........................................... 36
Safety systems
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Active multicontour seat ................ 107
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 56
Adjusting the height ......................... 56
Belt force limiters ............................ 57
center rear-compartment seat ......... 57
Cleaning ......................................... 320
Correct usage .................................. 54
Emergency Tensioning Devices ........ 57
Fastening ......................................... 55
Important safety guidelines ............. 53
Releasing ......................................... 57
Safety guidelines ............................. 37
Special seat belt retractor ............... 61
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 233
Warning lamp ................................. 264
Warning lamp (function) ................... 57
Seat heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) .......... 111
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 104
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar
support .......................................... 108
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 105
Cleaning the cover ......................... 319
Correct driver's seat position ........ 102
Important safety notes .................. 103
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 115
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 110
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 111
Seat ventilation
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) .......... 111
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 317
Service indicator
see Service interval display
Index
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Service interval display .................... 313
Displaying a service message (on-
board computer) ............................ 313
Service menu (on-board computer) . 229 Service products
AdBlue® special additives .............. 390
Brake fluid ..................................... 392
Capacities ...................................... 387
Coolant (engine) ............................ 392
Engine oil ....................................... 391
Fuel ................................................ 388
Important safety notes .................. 386
Notes ............................................. 386
Refrigerant (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 392
Washer fluid ................................... 393
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 233
On-board computer ....................... 229
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 221
Shift ranges ....................................... 159
Showing the distance display (on-
board computer) ............................... 227
Side impact air bag ............................. 41
Side marker lamp (display
message) ............................................ 245
Side windows
Convenience closing feature ............ 93
Convenience opening feature .......... 93
Important safety information ........... 91
Opening/closing .............................. 92
Resetting ......................................... 94
Troubleshooting ............................... 94
Skibag ................................................ 276
Sliding sunroof
Important safety information ........... 95
Troubleshooting ............................... 99
see Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel see Tilt/sliding sunroof
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 80
Changing the programming ............. 79
Checking the battery ................. 76, 80
Convenience closing feature ............ 93
Convenience opening feature .......... 93
Display message ............................ 260
Important safety notes .................... 76
Malfunction ...................................... 82
Starting the engine ........................ 151
Snow chains ...................................... 176
Socket ................................................ 292
Dashboard ..................................... 293
Rear compartment ......................... 293
SOS
see mbrace
Spare wheel
Notes/data .................................... 380
Storage location ............................ 325
Stowing .......................................... 326
see Emergency spare wheel
Speedometer
Additional speedometer (on-
board computer) ............................ 220
Segments ...................................... 217
Setting the unit (on-board
computer) ...................................... 229
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 69
Warning lamp ................................. 266
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Display message ............................ 237
Introduction ..................................... 36
Warning lamp ................................. 267
Warning lamp (function) ................... 36
Standard display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 220
Starting the engine
Important safety notes .................. 151
Station
see Radio
Steering (display message) .............. 260
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 111
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 217
Cleaning ......................................... 319
Important safety notes .................. 111
Memory function (storing
settings) ......................................... 111
Steering wheel heating .................. 112
Storing settings (memory
function) ........................................ 115
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Steering wheel heating
Indicator lamp (Malfunction) .......... 112
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 159
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 275
Glove box ....................................... 274
Stowage space
Center console .............................. 275
Cup holders ................................... 288
Important safety information ......... 274
Stowage well
Trunk floor (under) ......................... 285
Submenu (on-board computer)
Convenience .................................. 232
Factory setting ............................... 233
Instrument cluster ......................... 229
Lights ............................................. 230
Standard display ............................ 220
Vehicle ........................................... 231
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Sun visor ............................................ 289
Supplemental Restraint System
see SRS
Surround lighting (on-board
computer) .......................................... 231
Suspension tuning ............................ 192
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 221
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 74
T
Tachometer ........................................ 217
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 259
Emergency unlocking ....................... 91
Limiting the opening angle ............... 90
Tail lamps (Display message) ........... 244
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 28
Technical data ................................... 384
E 350 ............................................. 393
E 350 4MATIC ................................ 394
E 350 BlueTEC ............................... 393
E 550 ............................................. 394
E 550 4MATIC ................................ 395
E 63 AMG ...................................... 395
Tires/wheels ................................. 374
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 299
Display message ............................ 235
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 299
Emergency call .............................. 296
Important safety notes .................. 295
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 300
MB info call button ........................ 298
Remote vehicle locking .................. 300
Roadside Assistance button .......... 297
Self-test ......................................... 295
System .......................................... 295
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 299
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 227
Display message ............................ 260
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 226
Number from the phone book ........ 227
Redialing ........................................ 227
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 227
Telephone compartment .................. 275
Telescopic rod (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 285
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 216
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 221
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 221
Outside temperature ...................... 217
Setting ........................................... 139
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer ...................................... 73
Through-loading ................................ 278
Through-loading feature ................... 278
Tilt/sliding sunroof
Opening/closing .............................. 97
Resetting ......................................... 97
Timer (on-board computer) .............. 222
Tiredness assistant
see ATTENTION ASSIST
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 327
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 357
Checking manually ........................ 355
Display message ............................ 255
Maximum ....................................... 360
Notes ............................................. 353
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 330
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Pressure loss warning .................... 355
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 330
Recommended ............................... 352
Tire pressure monitoring system
Function/notes ............................. 357
Restarting ...................................... 359
Warning lamp ................................. 271
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 373
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 371
Bar (definition) ............................... 371
Characteristics .............................. 371
Checking ........................................ 351
Cleaning ......................................... 352
Definition of terms ......................... 371
Direction of rotation ...................... 365
Distribution of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 374
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 370
DOT (Department of
Transportation) (definition) ............ 371
Flat tire .......................................... 326
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 372
Guidelines to be observed ............. 351
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
(definition) ..................................... 372
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 372
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 372
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 372
Labeling (overview) ........................ 367
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 373
Load index ..................................... 370
Load index (definition) ................... 372
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 372
Maximum load on a tire
(definition) ..................................... 373
Maximum permissible tire
pressure (definition) ....................... 373
Maximum tire load ......................... 365
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 372
Optional equipment weight
(definition) ..................................... 373
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) ..................................... 373
Replacing ....................................... 367
Service life ..................................... 351
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 373
Speed index (definition) ................. 372
Storing ........................................... 352
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 371
Temperature .................................. 366
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 373
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 373
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 373
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 371
Tire size (data) ............................... 374
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed index .................... 368
Tire tread ....................................... 351
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 373
Total load limit (definition) ............. 374
Traction ......................................... 366
Traction (definition) ....................... 373
Tread wear ..................................... 366
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 365
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 371
Unladen weight (definition) ............ 372
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 373
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 372
Tires and wheels (important safety
information) ....................................... 350
Top Tether ............................................ 62
Towing
Important safety guidelines ........... 343
Installing the towing eye ................ 343
Removing the towing eye ............... 344
Transfer case ..................................... 162
Transmission position
display ................................................ 155
Transmission positions .................... 157
Trip computer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 220
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 220
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 221
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Trunk
Automatic opening ..................... 88, 89
Emergency release .................... 90, 91
Locking separately ........................... 90
Trunk/tailgate
Important safety guidelines ............. 86
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 259
Turn signal (display message) ......... 243
Turn signals ....................................... 120
Type plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 85
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 84
V
Vanity mirror
Sun visor ........................................ 290
Vehicle
Data acquisition ............................... 24
Emergency unlocking ................. 85, 86
Equipment ....................................... 20
Exterior view .................................... 26
Individual settings (on-board
computer) ...................................... 229
Loading .......................................... 360
Lowering ........................................ 337
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking up ..................................... 171
Raising ........................................... 333
Reporting problems ......................... 23
Towing away .................................. 343
Tow-starting ................................... 343
Transporting .................................. 345
Vehicle data
see Technical data
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 385
Vehicle level ...................................... 191
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 250
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 324
Video (DVD) ........................................ 226
Video DVD (on-board computer) ...... 226
VIN ...................................................... 385
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 265
Brakes ........................................... 263
Check Engine ................................. 268
Coolant .......................................... 269
ESP® .............................................. 265
ESP® OFF ....................................... 266
Fuel tank ........................................ 268
Overview .......................................... 29
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only Canada) ........... 48
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp (only USA) ................ 43
Reserve fuel ................................... 268
Seat belt ........................................ 264
SPORT handling mode ................... 266
SRS ................................................ 267
Tire pressure monitor .................... 271
Warranty ............................................ 384
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 337
Wheel chock ...................................... 332
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 367
Changing a wheel .......................... 331
Checking ........................................ 351
Cleaning ......................................... 315
Guidelines to be observed ............. 351
Mounting a wheel .......................... 335
Removing a wheel .......................... 334
Tightening torque ........................... 337
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 374
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 237
Operation ......................................... 43
Windows
see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 316
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 141
Windshield washer fluid (display
message) ............................................ 260
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 312
Notes ............................................. 393
Windshield wipers
Important safety notes .................. 127
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 129
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Troubleshooting ............................. 130
Winter operation ............................... 176
Radiator cover ............................... 309
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 175
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 317
Index
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Introduction
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Product information
We recommend using genuine Mercedes­Benz parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.
We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Despite ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is unable to assess other parts. We cannot therefore be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. The use of non-approved parts could affect your vehicle's operating safety. Mercedes­Benz therefore recommends that you use genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, conversion parts and accessories that have been approved for the type of vehicle. Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts, approved conversion parts and accessories are available from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. In addition, you will receive advice about permissible technical modifications, and the parts will be professionally installed.
Operator's Manual
Notes on the Operator's Manual
This Operator's Manual contains a great deal of helpful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.
For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator's Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.
Vehicle equipment
This manual describes all the standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your vehicle may not be equipped with all functions described. This also refers to safety-related systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations. All the systems found in your vehicle are listed in the original purchase agreement of your vehicle. Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operating Instructions and the Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Service and literature
The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your vehicle. Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will replace and repair any factory-fitted parts based on the terms and conditions of the following warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Emission System Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont
State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws)
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Information for customers in California
Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:
(1) the same substantial defect or
malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair.
(2) the same substantial defect or
malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its repair.
(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.
Please send your written notice to: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Service and Warranty Information Booklet describes all necessary maintenance work that should be performed at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty Information Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The service advisor will record each service in the Service and Warranty Information 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 will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (in Canada) You will find both in your vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or ownership
In the event of a change of address, be sure to send in the "Change of Address Notice" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise.
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If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.
If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the "Notice of Purchase of Used Car" found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the Mercedes­Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.
Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:
Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available.
Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available. The use of leaded fuels can damage the catalytic converter.
Gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating. Improper fuel can cause engine damage.
Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses:
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Safety notes
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.
Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.
Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.
Some safety systems only function when 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 may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred:
turn on your hazard warning flashers.
slow down carefully.
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.
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Proper use of the vehicle
To ensure proper use of the vehicle, you must familiarize yourself with the following information and rules:
safety notes in this Operator's Manual
technical data in this Operator's Manual
traffic rules and regulations
laws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles
Warning!
G
Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. Do not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself.
Removing warning labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center again 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
Reporting malfunctions relevant to safety
For the USA only: The following text is reproduced as required
of all manufacturers according to Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966.
Reporting safety defects
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to: http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain additional information about vehicle safety from:
http://www.safercar.gov.
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Limited Warranty
!
Follow the instructions in this manual about the proper operation of your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions are not covered either by Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty of Daimler AG.
Data stored in the vehicle
Information regarding electronic recording devices
(Including California Code Supplement
§ 9951) Please note that your vehicle is equipped with
devices that can record vehicle systems data. If your vehicle is equipped with mbrace2 data is transmitted in the event of an accident.
This information serves, for example, to test vehicle systems after an accident and to continually improve vehicle safety. Daimler AG can access this data and submit it:
for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes
with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee
in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency
for use in arbitration of disputes that involve Daimler AG, its subsidiaries or its sales and service organizations
as otherwise required or permitted by law
Please observe the mbrace2 order agreement regarding further details on data that this system records and transmits.
2
The system is called TELEAID in Canada.
Exterior view ....................................... 26
Cockpit ................................................. 27
Instrument cluster .............................. 28
Multifunction steering wheel ............. 30
Center console .................................... 31
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
Door control panel .............................. 33
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At a glance
Exterior view
26
Exterior view
At a glance
Function Page
:
Trunk lid/tailgate Vehicle tool kit 324
;
Rear window defroster 142
=
Lights 124
?
Fuel filler flap 162
A
Defrosting the windshield 141 Cleaning the windows 316
B
Sliding sunroof
95
Function Page
C
Exterior mirrors 113
D
Windshield wipers 127
E
Opening the hood 308 Engine oil 309 Coolant 311
F
Towing 343
G
Tires and wheels 350 Flat tire 326
Cockpit
Cockpit
27
At a glance
Function Page
:
Steering wheel paddle shifters 159
;
Cruise control lever 178
=
Instrument cluster 28
?
Horn
A
DIRECT SELECT lever 155
B
PARKTRONIC warning display 194
C
Overhead control panel 32
D
Operates the automatic climate control system 132
E
Ignition lock 149 Start/Stop button
150
Function Page
F
Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 111
Steering wheel heating 112
G
Combination switch 120
H
Parking brake 170
I
On-board diagnostic socket
J
Opens the hood 308
K
Releases the parking brake 170
L
Light switch 118
M
Night View Assist Plus 202
Instrument cluster
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Instrument cluster
Overview
At a glance
Function Page
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Fuel gauge
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Speedometer with segments 217
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Multifunction display 218
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Coolant temperature gauge 216
A
Tachometer
217
Function Page
B
Clock
C
Brightness control knob for the instrument cluster lighting: turn clockwise or anti-clockwise
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