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E-Class Sedan and Wagon Operator's Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 23
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 41
Opening and closing ........................... 83
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 109
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 127
Climate control ................................. 141
Driving and parking .......................... 155
On-board computer and displays .... 231
Stowage and features ...................... 291
Maintenance and care ...................... 329
Roadside Assistance ........................ 343
Wheels and tires ............................... 361
Technical data ................................... 409
Index
4
1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 315
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning .........................................340
Function/notes .............................215
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) ..................................................205
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 252
Function/notes ................................ 69
Important safety notes .................... 69
Warning lamp ................................. 282
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 61
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 147
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 242
Display message ............................ 270
Function/information .................... 224
Active Driving Assistance package .. 224
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 242
Display message ............................ 269
Function/information .................... 227
Active multicontour seat
Adjusting (on the seat) .................. 114
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 210
Display message ............................ 270
Exiting a parking space .................. 212
Function/notes ............................. 209
Important safety notes .................. 209
Parking .......................................... 211
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 78
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 73
Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 203
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message ............................ 264
Function/notes ............................. 132
Switching on/off ........................... 133
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 416
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 57
Display message ............................ 260
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 50
Important safety notes .................... 48
Introduction ..................................... 48
Knee bag .......................................... 50
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 43
Pelvis air bag ................................... 51
Side impact air bag .......................... 50
Window curtain air bag .................... 51
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter (display message) .............. 267
AIRMATIC
Display message ............................ 268
Function/notes ............................. 202
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 153
Important safety notes .................. 153
Rear ............................................... 154
Setting ........................................... 153
Setting the center air vents ........... 153
Setting the side air vents ............... 153
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 81
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 81
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 81
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ambient lighting
Setting the brightness (on-board
computer) ...................................... 244
Setting the color (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 245
Index
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AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ................................................ 203
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Ashtray ...............................................312
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................241
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................240
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........335
Hiding a service message .............. 335
Notes ............................................. 334
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 335
Service message ............................ 334
Special service requirements ......... 335
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 81
Function ...........................................81
Switching off the alarm .................... 81
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 242
Display message ............................ 268
Function/notes ............................. 219
Audio system
see separate operating instructions
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 263
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ............... 336
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 162
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 162
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 129
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 168
Automatic drive program ............... 170
Changing gear ............................... 168
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 166
Display message ............................ 276
Drive program display .................... 166
Driving tips .................................... 168
Emergency running mode .............. 173
Engaging drive position .................. 168
Engaging neutral ............................ 167
Engaging park position (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 165
Engaging reverse gear ................... 167
Engaging the park position ............ 166
Kickdown ....................................... 169
Manual drive program .................... 171
Manual drive program (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 172
Overview ........................................ 165
Problem (malfunction) ................... 173
Program selector button ................ 169
Pulling away ................................... 160
Selector lever ................................ 165
Starting the engine ........................ 160
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 170
Transmission position display ........ 165
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ................... 166
Transmission positions .................. 168
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 173
B
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 70
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist
Function/notes ................................ 70
Important safety notes .................... 70
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 87
Replacing ......................................... 87
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 352
Display message ............................ 265
Important safety notes .................. 349
Jump starting ................................. 353
Belt
see Seat belts
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 242
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Display message ............................ 270
Notes/function .............................. 220
see Active Blind Spot Assist
BlueTEC (DEF) .................................... 415
BlueTEC
Box (trunk) ......................................... 303
Brake Assist
Brake fluid
Brake lamps
Brakes
Breakdown
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 33
Bulbs
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Adding DEF .................................... 177
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Display message ............................ 254
Notes ............................................. 416
Display message ............................ 262
ABS .................................................. 69
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 73
BAS .................................................. 70
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic
Assist ............................................... 70
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 416
Display message ............................ 252
High-performance brake system .... 185
HOLD function ............................... 200
Important safety notes .................. 183
Maintenance .................................. 184
Parking brake ................................ 180
Riding tips ...................................... 183
Warning lamp ................................. 281
see Flat tire
see Replacing bulbs
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 25
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
360° camera ................................. 340
Carpets .......................................... 342
Car wash ........................................ 336
Display ........................................... 341
Exhaust pipe .................................. 340
Exterior lights ................................ 339
Gear or selector lever .................... 341
Interior ........................................... 341
Matte finish ................................... 338
Notes ............................................. 335
Paint .............................................. 338
Plastic trim .................................... 341
Power washer ................................ 337
Rear view camera .......................... 340
Roof lining ...................................... 342
Seat belt ........................................ 342
Seat cover ..................................... 341
Sensors ......................................... 340
Steering wheel ............................... 341
Trim pieces .................................... 341
Washing by hand ........................... 337
Wheels ........................................... 338
Windows ........................................ 339
Wiper blades .................................. 339
Wooden trim .................................. 341
Cargo compartment cover
Important safety notes .................. 300
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 298
Cargo compartment floor ................. 306
Cargo net
Attaching ....................................... 302
Important safety information ......... 302
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 300
Car key
see SmartKey
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 238
Center console
Lower section .................................. 37
Lower section (AMG vehicles) .......... 38
Upper section .................................. 36
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 246
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 84
Index
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Changing bulbs
High-beam headlamps ...................135
Turn signals (front) ......................... 136
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 67
Rear doors ....................................... 68
Children
Restraint systems ............................ 63
Special seat belt retractor ...............63
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 67
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 64
On the front-passenger seat ............ 66
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 67
Top Tether .......................................65
Cigarette lighter ................................ 313
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ...........................339
Climate control
Automatic climate control (3-
zone) .............................................. 145
Controlling automatically ...............148
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 147
Defrosting the windows ................. 151
Defrosting the windshield .............. 150
Dual-zone automatic climate con-
trol ................................................. 143
Important safety notes .................. 142
Indicator lamp ................................ 148
Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 146
Information about using dual-zone
automatic climate control .............. 144
Maximum cooling .......................... 151
Overview of systems ......................142
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 148
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 152
Rear control panel ......................... 145
Refrigerant ..................................... 418
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 419
Setting the air distribution ............. 149
Setting the airflow ......................... 150
Setting the air vents ......................153
Setting the climate mode ...............148
Setting the temperature ................ 149
Setting the temperature with 3-
zone automatic climate control ..... 149
Setting the temperature with dual-
zone automatic climate control ..... 149
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 152
Switching on/off ........................... 146
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 152
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 151
Switching the ZONE function on/
off ..................................................150
Climate control system
Automatic engine start .................. 162
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 162
Deactivating/activating ................. 162
Important safety notes .................. 161
Introduction ................................... 161
Coat hooks ......................................... 303
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 32
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible spare wheel
Inflating ......................................... 405
see Emergency spare wheel
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................. 242
Display message ............................ 255
Operation/notes .............................. 72
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 341
Combination switch .......................... 130
Combined cargo cover and net ........301
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 235
Convenience box ............................... 303
Convenience closing feature ............ 101
Convenience opening feature .......... 100
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 333
Display message ............................ 264
Filling capacity ............................... 418
Important safety notes .................. 417
Index
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Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 247
Temperature gauge ........................ 232
Warning lamp ................................. 287
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 30
Cornering light function
Display message ............................261
Function/notes .............................131
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 134
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 187
Cruise control lever ....................... 187
Deactivating ................................... 189
Display message ............................ 273
Driving system ............................... 187
Function/notes .............................187
Important safety notes .................. 187
Setting a speed .............................. 188
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 188
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 309
Folding bench seat ........................ 310
Important safety notes .................. 309
Rear compartment ......................... 310
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 28
Customer Relations Department ....... 28
D
Dashboard
see Instrument cluster
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 263
Function/notes .............................129
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 244
Declarations of conformity ................. 27
DEF
Adding ...........................................177
Display message ............................ 267
Filling capacity ............................... 415
Important safety notes .................. 415
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 245
Interior lighting .............................. 245
Diagnostics connection ......................27
Diesel .................................................. 413
Digital speedometer .........................236
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 166
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 334
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 251
Driving systems .............................268
Engine ............................................ 264
General notes ................................ 251
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 251
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 278
Lights ............................................. 261
Safety systems .............................. 252
SmartKey ....................................... 278
Tires ............................................... 274
Vehicle ...........................................276
Distance recorder .............................235
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 289
Distance warning function
Function/notes ................................ 72
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 191
Activation conditions ..................... 191
Deactivating ................................... 196
Display message ............................ 271
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 195
Function/notes ............................. 189
Important safety notes .................. 190
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 194
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 246
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 90
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 84
Control panel ................................... 40
Display message ............................ 277
Index
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Emergency locking ........................... 91
Emergency unlocking ....................... 91
Important safety notes .................... 89
Opening (from inside) ...................... 89
Drinking and driving ......................... 182
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 170
Display ........................................... 165
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 166
Manual ........................................... 171
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 172
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 248
Drive program selector ..................... 169
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 335
Symmetrical low beam .................. 128
Driving on flooded roads .................. 186
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 69
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 78
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 73
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 70
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic
Assist ............................................... 70
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 72
Distance warning function ............... 72
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 78
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 74
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 75
Important safety information ........... 69
Overview .......................................... 69
PRE-SAFE®Brake ............................. 78
STEER CONTROL ............................. 80
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 215
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 224
Active Driving Assistance pack-
age ................................................. 224
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 227
Active Parking Assist ..................... 209
AIRMATIC ...................................... 202
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 203
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 219
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 220
Cruise control ................................ 187
Display message ............................ 268
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 189
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 198
HOLD function ............................... 200
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 222
Lane Tracking package .................. 220
PARKTRONIC ................................. 206
RACE START (AMG vehicles) .......... 201
Rear view camera .......................... 214
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 185
Automatic transmission ................. 168
Brakes ........................................... 183
Break-in period .............................. 156
Downhill gradient ........................... 183
Drinking and driving ....................... 182
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Driving in winter ............................. 186
Driving on flooded roads ................ 186
Driving on wet roads ...................... 185
Exhaust check ............................... 182
Fuel ................................................ 182
General .......................................... 181
Hydroplaning ................................. 185
Icy road surfaces ........................... 186
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 184
Snow chains .................................. 365
Symmetrical low beam .................. 128
Wet road surface ........................... 184
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 239
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 246
Function/notes ............................. 121
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 122
Function/notes ............................. 121
Switching on/off ........................... 246
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Index
EASY-PACK cargo compartment
management system ........................ 304
EASY-PACK folding floor
Important safety notes .................. 306
EASY-PACK folding luggage-compartment floor
Opening and closing ...................... 306
EASY-PACK load-securing kit
Components and storage .............. 304
Inserting the brackets into the
loading rail .....................................305
EASY-PACK rear sill protector .......... 307
EASY-PACK trunk box ....................... 303
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 254
Function/notes ................................ 78
ECO display
Function/notes .............................182
On-board computer ....................... 236
ECO start/stop function
General information ....................... 161
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 61
Emergency release
Driver's door ....................................91
Fuel filler flap ................................. 175
Trunk ............................................... 98
Vehicle ............................................. 91
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 404
Important safety notes .................. 404
Removing ....................................... 404
Storage location ............................ 404
Stowing .......................................... 405
Technical data ............................... 407
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 57
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 98
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 24
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 286
Display message ............................ 264
ECO start/stop function ................ 161
Engine number ............................... 411
Irregular running ............................ 164
Jump-starting ................................. 353
Starting problems .......................... 164
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 160
Starting with KEYLESS-GO ............. 160
Switching off .................................. 180
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 358
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 164
Engine oil
Adding ........................................... 332
Additives ........................................ 416
Checking the oil level ..................... 331
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 332
Display message ............................ 266
Filling capacity ............................... 416
Notes about oil grades ................... 415
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 331
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 247
Viscosity ........................................ 416
ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 248
Characteristics ................................. 75
Deactivating/activating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 76
Deactivating/activating (except
AMG vehicles) ................................ 241
Deactivating/activating (notes;
except AMG vehicles) ...................... 76
Display message ............................ 252
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 75
Function/notes ................................ 74
General notes .................................. 74
Important safety information ........... 75
Warning lamp ................................. 283
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 75
Exhaust check ................................... 182
Index
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Exhaust pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 340
Exterior lighting
Setting options .............................. 128
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting .......................................122
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 124
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 123
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 123
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 247
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 123
Setting ........................................... 123
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 125
Storing the parking position .......... 124
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 293
F
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 345
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 345
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 346
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 327
Folding bench seat (cargo com-
partment) ........................................... 115
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 413
Consumption statistics .................. 235
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 236
Displaying the range ...................... 236
Driving tips .................................... 182
Flexible fuel vehicles ...................... 414
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 412
Important safety notes .................. 412
Premium-grade unleaded gaso-
line ................................................. 412
Problem (malfunction) ................... 177
Quality (diesel) ............................... 413
Refueling ........................................ 173
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 412
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 175
Opening ......................................... 175
Fuel filter (display message) ............ 267
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 236
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 412
Problem (malfunction) ................... 177
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 344
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 358
Before changing ............................. 358
Fuse box in the cargo compart-
ment .............................................. 359
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 358
Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 359
Important safety notes .................. 358
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 327
General notes ................................ 324
Important safety notes .................. 325
Opening/closing the garage door..327
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 325
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................247
Genuine parts ...................................... 23
Glove box ...........................................293
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 94
Hazard warning lamps ......................131
Head bags
Display message ............................ 258
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 133
see Automatic headlamp mode
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Index
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 112
Adjusting (angle) ............................ 113
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 113
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 113
Installing/removing (rear) .............. 114
Luxury ............................................ 113
see NECK-PRO head restraints
see NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 132
Changing bulbs .............................. 135
Display message ............................ 262
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Hill start assist .................................. 161
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 200
Deactivating ................................... 200
Display message ............................ 269
Function/notes ............................. 200
Hood
Closing ........................................... 331
Display message ............................ 277
Important safety notes .................. 330
Opening .........................................330
Horn ...................................................... 32
Hydroplaning ..................................... 185
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 80
Indicator and warning lamps
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS .............................................. 289
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator .... 331
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 33
Settings ......................................... 243
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 34
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 244
Interior lighting
Automatic control .......................... 134
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 245
Emergency lighting ........................ 134
Manual control ............................... 134
Overview ........................................ 133
Reading lamp ................................. 133
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 244
Setting the brightness of the display/switch (on-board computer) .. 244
Setting the color of the ambient
lighting (on-board computer) ......... 245
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 344
Using ............................................. 386
Jump starting (engine) ......................353
K
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature .......... 101
Display message ............................ 278
Locking ............................................ 85
Removing the Start/Stop button ... 159
Start/Stop button .......................... 158
Starting the engine ........................ 160
Unlocking ......................................... 85
Key positions
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 158
SmartKey ....................................... 157
Kickdown
Driving tips ....................................169
Manual drive program .................... 172
Knee bag .............................................. 50
Index
13
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating .................242
Display message ............................ 269
Function/information .................... 222
Lane Tracking package ..................... 220
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 248
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 64
License plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 262
Light function, active
Display message ............................ 263
Lights
Activating/deactivating the inte-
rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 245
Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 132
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 129
Cornering light function ................. 131
Driving abroad ............................... 128
Hazard warning lamps ................... 131
High beam flasher .......................... 131
High-beam headlamps ................... 130
Light switch ................................... 128
Low-beam headlamps .................... 129
Parking lamps ................................ 130
Rear fog lamp ................................ 130
Setting the brightness of the
ambient lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 244
Setting the brightness of the display/switch (on-board computer) .. 244
Setting the color of the ambient
lighting (on-board computer) ......... 245
Standing lamps .............................. 130
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 244
Switching the exterior lighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 245
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 245
Turn signals ................................... 130
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor (display message) ....... 263
Loading guidelines ............................ 292
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 90
Emergency locking ........................... 91
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 90
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 246
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 261
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 128
Switching on/off ........................... 129
Luggage holder (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 305
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 115
Luxury head restraints ..................... 113
M
M+S tires ............................................ 364
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 338
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 320
Display message ............................ 255
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 320
Downloading routes ....................... 323
Emergency call .............................. 317
General notes ................................ 316
Geo fencing ................................... 324
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 322
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MB info call button ........................ 319
Remote vehicle locking .................. 322
Roadside Assistance button ..........318
Search & Send ............................... 321
Self-test ......................................... 317
Speed alert ....................................324
System .......................................... 317
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 324
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 323
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 321
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 86
Inserting .......................................... 86
Locking vehicle ................................ 91
Removing ......................................... 86
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 91
Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio) ......................... 238
Memory function ............................... 125
Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive
360°camera .................................. 215
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 69
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 224
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 227
Active Parking Assist ..................... 209
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 219
BAS (Brake Assist) ........................... 70
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS)
with Cross-Traffic Assist .................. 70
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 220
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 72
Cruise control ................................ 187
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 189
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ...............198
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 74
General notes ................................ 187
Lane Keeping Assist ......................222
PARKTRONIC ................................. 206
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 60
PRE-SAFE®Brake .............................78
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 61
Rear view camera .......................... 214
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 251
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 239
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................85
MOExtended tires .............................. 345
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 389
Mounting a new wheel ................... 388
Preparing the vehicle .....................385
Raising the vehicle ......................... 386
Removing a wheel .......................... 388
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 385
MP3
Operation ....................................... 238
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes .............................234
Permanent display ......................... 244
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 233
Overview .......................................... 35
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 237
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 59
Resetting triggered .......................... 59
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Important safety notes .................... 59
Operation ......................................... 59
Resetting when triggered ................. 60
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 156
Index
15
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 52
Faults ............................................... 56
Operation ......................................... 52
System self-test ...............................54
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent .................................................61
Children in the vehicle .....................62
Important safety notes .................... 43
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 68
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 60
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 52
Faults ............................................... 56
Operation .........................................52
System self-test ............................... 54
Odometer ........................................... 235
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 247
Assistance menu ........................... 240
Audio menu ................................... 238
Convenience submenu .................. 246
Displaying a service message ........ 335
Display messages .......................... 251
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 195
Factory settings submenu ............. 247
Important safety notes .................. 232
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 243
Lighting submenu .......................... 244
Menu overview .............................. 235
Message memory .......................... 251
Navigation menu ............................ 237
Operation ....................................... 233
RACETIMER ................................... 248
Service menu ................................. 243
Settings menu ............................... 243
Standard display ............................ 235
Telephone menu ............................ 239
Trip menu ...................................... 235
Vehicle submenu ........................... 246
Video DVD operation ..................... 239
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Important safety notes .................... 26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 24
Outside temperature display ........... 233
Overhead control panel ...................... 39
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 68
P
Paint code number ............................ 410
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 338
Panic alarm .......................................... 42
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Important safety notes .................. 103
Opening/closing ............................ 105
Opening/closing the roller sun-
blind ............................................... 106
Problem (malfunction) ................... 108
Resetting ....................................... 106
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 179
Parking brake ................................ 180
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 124
Rear view camera .......................... 214
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 209
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 254
Notes/function .............................. 180
Warning lamp ................................. 281
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 130
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 208
Driving system ............................... 206
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Function/notes ............................. 206
Important safety notes .................. 206
Problem (malfunction) ................... 209
Range of the sensors ..................... 206
Warning display ............................. 207
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 43
Problems (malfunction) .................. 260
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 68
Plastic hooks ..................................... 300
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 341
Power washers .................................. 337
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Display message ............................ 255
Operation ......................................... 60
PRE-SAFE®Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 241
Display message ............................ 256
Function/notes ................................ 78
Important safety notes .................... 78
Warning lamp ................................. 289
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS)
Operation ......................................... 61
Program selector button .................. 169
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 81
Immobilizer ...................................... 80
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 23
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 160
General notes ................................ 160
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R
RACE START (AMG vehicles) ............. 201
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 248
Radiator cover ................................... 331
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 238
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmission in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Reading lamp ..................................... 133
Rear compartment
Setting the airflow ......................... 150
Setting the air vents ...................... 154
Setting the temperature ................ 149
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 262
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Rear seats
Display message ............................ 277
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 297
Rear sill protector ............................. 307
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 340
Function/notes ............................. 214
Switching on/off ........................... 214
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 122
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 124
Rear window blind ............................ 312
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 152
Switching on/off ........................... 151
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 138
Switching on/off ........................... 137
Refrigerant (air-conditioning system)
Important safety notes .................. 418
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 173
Refueling process .......................... 174
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 324
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 325
Index
17
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 134
Overview of bulb types .................. 135
Reporting safety defects .................... 28
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 267
Warning lamp ................................. 286
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 152
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 257
Introduction ..................................... 42
Warning lamp ................................. 285
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Reverse gear
Engaging (automatic transmis-
sion) ............................................... 165
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 104
Roller sunblinds ............................. 106
Side windows ................................... 99
Sliding sunroof ............................... 104
Trunk lid/tailgate ............................. 92
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 262
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 25
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel .................................. 105
Rear side windows ......................... 311
Rear window .................................. 312
Roof carrier ........................................ 308
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 342
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 419
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 62
Child restraint systems .................... 63
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 52
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 47
Adjusting the height ......................... 46
center rear-compartment seat ......... 47
Cleaning ......................................... 342
Correct usage .................................. 45
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Releasing ......................................... 47
Switching belt adjustment on/off
(on-board computer) ...................... 246
Warning lamp ................................. 280
Warning lamp (function) ................... 48
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 112
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 115
Adjusting the active multicontour
seat ............................................... 114
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 112
Cleaning the cover ......................... 341
Correct driver's seat position ........ 110
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 299
Important safety notes .................. 111
Overview ........................................ 111
Seat heating problem .................... 118
Seat ventilation problem ................ 119
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 125
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 117
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 118
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 341
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 340
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 243
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 416
Coolant (engine) ............................ 417
DEF special additives ..................... 415
Engine oil ....................................... 415
Fuel ................................................ 412
Important safety notes .................. 411
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Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ...............................................418
Washer fluid ................................... 418
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 247
On-board computer ....................... 243
Setting the air distribution ...............149
Setting the airflow ............................ 150
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 248
Side impact air bag .............................50
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 263
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 339
Convenience closing feature ..........101
Convenience opening feature ........100
Important safety information ........... 99
Opening/closing ............................ 100
Problem (malfunction) ................... 103
Resetting ....................................... 102
Skibag ................................................ 295
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................. 103
Opening/closing ............................ 104
Problem (malfunction) ................... 108
Resetting ....................................... 105
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 87
Changing the programming ............. 85
Checking the battery ....................... 87
Convenience closing feature .......... 101
Convenience opening feature ........100
Display message ............................ 278
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 84
Important safety notes .................... 84
Loss ................................................. 88
Mechanical key ................................ 86
Overview .......................................... 84
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 157
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 88
Starting the engine ........................ 160
Snow chains ...................................... 365
Sockets
Center console .............................. 314
General notes ................................ 314
Luggage compartment ................... 314
Rear compartment ......................... 314
Spare wheel
Stowing .......................................... 405
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Special seat belt retractor .................. 63
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 236
In the Instrument cluster ................. 33
Segments ...................................... 233
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 243
see Instrument cluster
SPORT handling mode
Activating/deactivating (AMG
vehicles) .......................................... 76
Warning lamp ................................. 284
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 262
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 159
STEER CONTROL .................................. 80
Steering (display message) .............. 277
Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot
(DISTRONIC PLUS)
Activating/deactivating ................. 242
Display message ............................ 272
Steering assistant STEER CONTROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 119
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 233
Cleaning ......................................... 341
Important safety notes .................. 119
Paddle shifters ............................... 170
Steering wheel heating .................. 120
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 125
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 121
Switching on/off ........................... 120
Index
19
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 170
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ...................248
Stowage areas ................................... 292
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) .............................294
Center console .............................. 294
Cup holders ................................... 309
Eyeglasses compartment ...............293
Glove box ....................................... 293
Important safety information ......... 293
Rear ............................................... 295
Stowage net ................................... 295
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 294
Stowage net ....................................... 295
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 306
Summer tires ..................................... 364
Sun visor ............................................ 311
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 245
Suspension tuning
AIRMATIC ...................................... 203
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 204
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 248
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 152
T
Tachometer ........................................ 232
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 277
Emergency unlocking ....................... 98
Important safety notes .................... 91
Limiting the opening angle ............... 97
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 96
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 93
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 93
Opening dimensions ...................... 419
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 262
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 411
Emergency spare wheel ................. 407
Information .................................... 410
Tires/wheels ................................. 389
Vehicle data ................................... 419
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 320
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 320
Downloading routes ....................... 323
Emergency call .............................. 317
General notes ................................ 316
Geo fencing ................................... 324
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 322
MB info call button ........................ 319
Remote vehicle locking .................. 322
Roadside Assistance button .......... 318
Search & Send ............................... 321
Self-test ......................................... 317
Speed alert .................................... 324
System .......................................... 317
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 324
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 323
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 321
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 239
Display message ............................ 278
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 239
Number from the phone book ........ 240
Redialing ........................................ 240
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 239
Telescopic rod (EASY-PACK load-
securing kit) ....................................... 305
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 232
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 247
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 247
Outside temperature ...................... 233
Setting (climate control) ................ 149
Through-loading feature ................... 297
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 248
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 346
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Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 369
Checking manually ........................ 369
Display message ............................ 274
Important safety notes .................. 369
Maximum ....................................... 368
Notes ............................................. 367
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 348
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 348
Recommended ............................... 366
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 371
Function/notes ............................. 369
General notes ................................ 369
Important safety notes .................. 369
Radio type approval for the tire
pressure monitor ........................... 372
Restarting ...................................... 371
Warning lamp ................................. 290
Warning message .......................... 371
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 383
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 382
Bar (definition) ............................... 381
Changing a wheel .......................... 384
Characteristics .............................. 381
Checking ........................................ 363
Curb weight (definition) ................. 383
Definition of terms ......................... 381
Direction of rotation ...................... 384
Display message ............................ 274
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 384
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 381
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 382
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 382
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 382
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 382
Important safety notes .................. 362
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 382
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 382
Labeling (overview) ........................ 378
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 383
Load index ..................................... 380
Load index (definition) ................... 382
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 382
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 383
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 383
Maximum tire load ......................... 380
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 383
MOExtended tires .......................... 364
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 383
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 383
Replacing ....................................... 384
Service life ..................................... 364
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 383
Speed rating (definition) ................ 382
Storing ........................................... 384
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 381
Temperature .................................. 377
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 383
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 383
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 383
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 382
Tire size (data) ............................... 389
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 378
Tire tread ....................................... 363
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 383
Total load limit (definition) ............. 384
Traction ......................................... 377
Traction (definition) ....................... 383
Tread wear ..................................... 377
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 376
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 382
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 383
Wheel and tire combination ........... 391
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 382
see Flat tire
Index
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Top Tether ............................................ 65
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 355
Installing the towing eye ................ 356
Removing the towing eye ............... 356
With both axles on the ground ....... 357
With the rear axle raised ................ 357
Towing eye ......................................... 344
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 358
Important safety notes .................. 355
Transfer case ..................................... 173
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display ......... 166
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 166
Transporting the vehicle .................. 357
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 341
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 235
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 235
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 236
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 98
Important safety notes .................... 91
Locking separately ........................... 97
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 96
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 93
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 94
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 93
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 277
Opening dimensions ...................... 419
Trunk load (maximum) ...................... 419
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 136
Display message ............................ 261
Switching on/off ........................... 130
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 91
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 90
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 311
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 28
Data acquisition ............................... 29
Display message ............................ 276
Equipment ....................................... 24
Individual settings .......................... 243
Limited Warranty ............................. 28
Loading .......................................... 372
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 91
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 84
Lowering ........................................ 389
Maintenance .................................... 25
Parking for a long period ................ 181
Pulling away ................................... 160
Raising ........................................... 386
Reporting problems .........................28
Securing from rolling away ............ 385
Towing away .................................. 355
Transporting .................................. 357
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 91
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 84
Vehicle data ................................... 419
Vehicle data ....................................... 419
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 419
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 91
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 410
Vehicle level
AIRMATIC ...................................... 202
Vehicle level (display message) ....... 268
Vehicle maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 344
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 239
VIN ...................................................... 410
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Index
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Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 282
Brakes ...........................................281
Check Engine ................................. 286
Coolant .......................................... 287
Distance warning ........................... 289
ESP®.............................................. 283
ESP®OFF ....................................... 284
Overview .......................................... 34
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ...............43
Reserve fuel ...................................286
Restraint system ............................ 285
Seat belt ........................................ 280
SPORT handling mode ................... 284
Tire pressure monitor .................... 290
Warranty .............................................. 24
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 278
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 389
Wheel chock ...................................... 385
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 384
Checking ........................................ 363
Cleaning ......................................... 338
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 384
Emergency spare wheel ................. 404
Important safety notes .................. 362
Interchanging/changing ................ 384
Mounting a new wheel ................... 388
Mounting a wheel .......................... 385
Removing a wheel .......................... 388
Storing ...........................................384
Tightening torque ........................... 389
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 389
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 51
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 150
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 334
Notes ............................................. 418
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 139
Rear window wiper ........................ 137
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 137
Switching on/off ........................... 136
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 364
Slippery road surfaces ................... 186
Snow chains .................................. 365
Winter operation
Radiator cover ............................... 331
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 364
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 339
Important safety notes .................. 137
Replacing (rear window) ................ 138
Replacing (windshield) ................... 137
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 341
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 150
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Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
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Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
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operating conditions of your vehicle
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your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
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avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.
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always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
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do not carry any unnecessary weight.
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remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
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a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
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always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
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do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
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do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
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drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
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avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
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change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
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switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
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keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.
Environmental concerns and recommendations
Wherever the operating instructions require
you to dispose of materials, first try to regenerate or re-use them. Observe the relevant
environmental rules and regulations when
disposing of materials. In this way you will
help to protect the environment.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Environmental note
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Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. They are covered by the
same Limited Warranty entitlements as new
parts.
Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-
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ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
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doors
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door pillars
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door sills
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seats
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cockpit
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instrument cluster
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center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected
for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should
therefore be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) when ordering genuine MercedesBenz parts (Y page 410).
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. Country-specific differences are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
feature all functions described here. This also
applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may
therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Warranty
The implied warranty for your vehicle applies
in accordance with the warranty terms and
conditions in the Service and Warranty Information booklet.
Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will
replace and repair all factory-installed parts in
accordance with the following warranty terms
and conditions:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System Warranty
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Emission Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode
Island and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
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State warranty enforcement laws (lemon
laws)
Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
Should you lose your Service and War-
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ranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a
replacement. The new Service and Warranty Information booklet will be posted to
you.
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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 malfunc-
tion 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 malfunc-
tion 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.
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 Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The service advisor will record every service for you
in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of a
breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside
Assistance Hotline are answered by our
agents 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 (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance" section in the Service and Warranty
booklet (Canada). You will find both in your
vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or change of ownership
In the event of a change of address, please
send us the "Notification of Address Change"
in the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service Center (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
If you have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
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the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (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:
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service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic converter.
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the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through 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
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with
hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk
of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads,
check the vehicle's underside regularly. In
particular, remove parts of plants or other
flammable materials which have become
trapped. In the case of damage, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other networked components. In particular, systems
relevant to safety could also be affected. As a
result, these may no longer function as intended and/or jeopardize the operating safety of
the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an
accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as electronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and electronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
If you make any changes to the vehicle electronics, the general operating permit is rendered invalid.
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
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you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
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a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
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In situations like this, the body, the undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires
could be damaged without the damage
being visible. Components damaged in this
way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of
an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch
fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on continuing your journey you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and 2) These devices must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
WARNING
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Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
If the engine is switched off and equip-
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ment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
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Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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alterations, installation work and modifications
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work on electronic components
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
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the Technical Data section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
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
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or 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 safety defects
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".
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, 400 Seventh Street,
SW., Washington, DC 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov
Limited Warranty
Follow the instructions in this manual
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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 is not covered either by the
Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.