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Contents
Index ....................................................... 3
Introduction ......................................... 19
At a glance ........................................... 26
Safety ................................................... 34
Opening and closing ........................... 60
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .... 72
Lights and windshield wipers ............ 84
Climate control .................................... 99
Driving and parking .......................... 111
On-board computer and displays .... 170
Stowage and features ...................... 214
Maintenance and care ...................... 235
Breakdown assistance ..................... 248
Wheels and tires ............................... 262
Technical data ................................... 288
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1, 2, 3 ...
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Function/notes ................................ 57
12 V socket ........................................ 223
115 V socket ...................................... 223
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 185
Function/notes ................................ 55
Important safety notes .................... 55
Warning lamp .................................206
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 46
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 59
Adaptive brake lights .......................... 56
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 292
Adjustable damping .......................... 118
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 43
Display message ............................ 189
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 42
Important safety notes .................... 40
Introduction ..................................... 40
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ...........................................35
Pelvis air bag ................................... 42
Side impact air bag .......................... 42
Window curtain air bag .................... 43
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 109
Rear ............................................... 110
Setting ...........................................109
Setting the center air vents ........... 109
Setting the side air vents ...............109
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
All-wheel drive
Transfer case ................................. 162
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 182
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle ..............
A
shtray ............................................... 221
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................178
ASSYST service interval display
Service messages .......................... 240
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 59
Function ...........................................59
Switching off the alarm .................... 59
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 191
see Lights
Automatic car wash .......................... 241
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 116
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 115
Automatic headlamp mode ................ 85
Automatic transmission
Automatic drive program ............... 123
Display message ............................ 201
Drive position (ECO start/stop
function) ........................................ 121
Driving tips .................................... 121
Emergency running mode .............. 127
Engaging drive position .................. 121
Engaging neutral ............................ 120
Engaging reverse gear ................... 120
Engaging the park position ............ 119
Important safety notes .................. 118
Kickdown ....................................... 122
Manual shifting .............................. 124
Neutral (ECO start/stop func-
tion) ............................................... 120
Overview ........................................ 118
Problem (malfunction) ................... 127
Program selector button ................ 122
Pulling away ................................... 113
Selector lever ................................ 119
Shift ranges ................................... 123
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 123
Trailer towing ................................. 122
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Transmission position display ........ 119
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 127
Axle load, permissible (trailer tow-
ing) ...................................................... 298
B
BabySmart™
Air bag deactivation system .............50
Backup lamp
Changing bulbs ................................ 96
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 56
Battery
Checking (SmartKey) ....................... 62
Important safety guidelines
(SmartKey) ....................................... 61
Replacing (SmartKey) ...................... 62
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 252
Display message ............................ 193
Important safety notes .................. 250
Jump starting ................................. 254
Overview ........................................ 250
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 178
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 178
Display message ............................ 196
Notes/function .............................. 155
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 187
Notes ............................................. 293
Warning lamp ................................. 205
Brake fluid level ................................ 240
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 56
Display message ............................ 190
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 55
BAS .................................................. 56
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 293
Display message ............................ 185
High-performance brake system .... 135
Important safety notes .................. 133
Maintenance .................................. 134
Parking brake ................................ 131
Riding tips ...................................... 133
Warning lamp ................................. 205
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 27
Brush guard ....................................... 231
Bulbs
Backup lamp .................................... 96
Brake lamp ...................................... 95
Rear fog lamp .................................. 96
Tail lamp .......................................... 95
see Replacing bulbs
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 20
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Care
Car wash ........................................ 241
Carpets .......................................... 247
Chrome parts ................................. 244
Display ........................................... 245
Gear or selector lever .................... 246
Headlamps ..................................... 244
Interior ........................................... 245
Matte finish ................................... 243
Notes ............................................. 241
Paint .............................................. 243
Plastic trim .................................... 245
Power washer ................................ 242
Rear view camera .......................... 244
Roof lining ...................................... 247
Seat belt ........................................ 246
Seat covers .................................... 246
Sensors ......................................... 244
Steering wheel ............................... 246
Tail pipes ....................................... 244
Trailer coupling .............................. 245
Trim strips ..................................... 246
Washing by hand ........................... 242
Wheels ........................................... 242
Windows ........................................ 243
Wiper blades .................................. 244
Wooden trim .................................. 246
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Cargo compartment cover
Installing/removing .......................219
Notes/how to use ......................... 219
Opening and closing ......................219
Overview ........................................ 219
Cargo compartment enlargement
Important safety notes .................. 216
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 219
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 176
Center console
Overview .......................................... 30
Upper section .................................. 30
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 180
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........60
Changing bulbs
Reversing lamps .............................. 96
Side marker lamps ...........................94
Turn signals (front) ........................... 94
Changing gears ..................................121
Checklist
After driving off-road ...................... 139
Before driving off-road ................... 138
Child
Restraint system .............................. 47
Child seat
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 50
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 51
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 48
On the front-passenger seat ............ 51
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 53
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 51
Top Tether ....................................... 49
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 53
Rear doors ....................................... 54
Children
Special seat belt retractor ............... 47
Chrome parts (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 244
Cigarette lighter ................................ 222
Climate control
Controlling automatically ............... 105
ng
Convenience opening/
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 108
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 103
Defrosting the windows ................. 106
Defrosting the windshield .............. 105
Dual-zone automatic climate con-
trol ................................................. 100
Important safety notes .................... 99
Indicator lamp ................................ 104
Maximum cooling .......................... 106
Notes on using dual-zone auto-
matic climate control ..................... 101
Overview of systems ........................ 99
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 107
Problems with "cooling with air
dehumidification" ........................... 104
Refrigerant ..................................... 293
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 293
Setting the air distribution ............. 105
Setting the air vents ...................... 109
Setting the airflow ......................... 105
Setting the temperature ................ 105
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 107
Switching on/off ........................... 102
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 108
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 107
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 105
Windshield defroster ...................... 106
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 26
see Instrument cluster
COMAND
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch ............................ 88
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 173
Convenience opening feature
see Side windows
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 108
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 238
Display message ............................ 192
Filling capacity ............................... 295
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Notes .............................................294
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 182
Temperature gauge ........................ 171
Warning lamp ................................. 210
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 25
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 141
Display message ............................ 198
Driving system ............................... 141
Function/notes .............................141
Resuming the stored speed ........... 142
Selecting ........................................ 142
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 142
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 220
Important safety notes .................. 220
Rear compartment ......................... 220
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 23
Customer Relations Department ....... 23
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Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 191
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 179
Switching on/off (switch) ................ 85
Declarations of conformity ................. 23
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 179
Interior lighting .............................. 180
Differential locks
Disengaging ................................... 166
Engaging ........................................ 165
Front axle ...................................... 166
General notes ................................ 164
Rear axle ........................................ 166
Terrain ...........................................164
Transfer case ................................. 165
Digital speedometer ......................... 174
Display (cleaning instructions) ........245
Display messages
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 184
Driving systems .............................195
Engine ............................................ 192
General notes ................................ 184
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 184
Lights ............................................. 189
Safety systems .............................. 185
Service interval display .................. 240
SmartKey ....................................... 202
Tires ............................................... 198
Vehicle ...........................................201
Distance display (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................178
Distance recorder
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 212
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 149
Activation conditions ..................... 149
Cruise control lever ....................... 149
Deactivating ................................... 153
Display message ............................ 197
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 151
Driving tips ....................................153
Function/notes ............................
Important safety notes .................. 147
Selecting ........................................ 149
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 152
Warning lamp ................................. 212
Door control panel
Overview .......................................... 33
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 180
Automatic locking (switch) ...............66
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) .......................................60
Display message ............................ 201
Emergency locking ........................... 66
Emergency unlocking ....................... 66
Important safety notes .................... 64
Opening (from inside) ...................... 64
Overview .......................................... 64
Drinking and driving ......................... 132
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Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 123
Display ...........................................119
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 182
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 140
Driving downhill .............................140
Gradient-climbing capability
(maximum) ..................................... 140
Driving lamps
see Daytime running lamps
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads .................. 135
Driving safety systems
4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ................................................. 57
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 55
ADAPTIVE BRAKE .............................59
Adaptive brake lights ....................... 56
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 56
Electronic brake force distribu-
tion .................................................. 58
®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
ESP
gram) ............................................... 57
Important safety information ........... 55
Overview .......................................... 55
Driving systems
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 154
Cruise control ................................ 141
Display message ............................ 195
DISTRONIC PLUS ...........................147
HOLD function ............................... 157
PARKTRONIC ................................. 158
Rear view camera .......................... 161
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 145
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 145
Driving tips
Automatic transmission ................. 121
Brakes ...........................................133
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 153
Downhill gradient ........................... 133
Driving in winter .............................136
Driving on flooded roads ................ 135
Driving on sand .............................. 139
Driving over obstacles ...................
eneral .......................................... 132
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139
Gravel roads .................................. 139
Hydroplaning ................................. 135
Icy road surfaces ........................... 136
Off-road driving .............................. 137
Off-road fording .............................135
Snow chains .................................. 264
Tire ruts ......................................... 139
Towing a trailer .............................. 166
Traveling uphill ............................... 140
Wet road surface ........................... 134
DVD audio
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 176
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 176
E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating ................. 181
Function/notes ................................ 79
EASY-EXIT feature
Function/notes ................................ 79
Switching on/off ........................... 181
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 186
Function/notes ................................ 58
ECO start/stop function
Deactivating/activating ................. 114
General information ....................... 114
Electrical fuses
Fuse box in the cargo compart-
ment .............................................. 261
Electronic Stability Program
®
see ESP
(Electronic Stability Program)
Electronic Traction System
see 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 46
Emergency call
see mbrace
Emergency locking
Vehicle ............................................. 66
Emergency release
Vehicle ............................................. 66
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 43
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Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ...........210
Display message ............................ 192
ECO start/stop function ................ 114
Engine number ............................... 289
Irregular running ............................ 117
Jump-starting ................................. 254
Starting problems .......................... 117
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 113
Switching off .................................. 131
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 259
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 117
Engine oil
Adding ...........................................237
Additives ........................................ 292
Checking the oil level ..................... 236
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 236
Display message ............................ 193
Filling capacity ............................... 292
Notes about oil grades ................... 292
Temperature (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 182
Viscosity ........................................ 292
Environmental protection
Note ................................................. 19
®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
ESP
gram)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 182
Deactivating/activating ................... 57
Display message ............................ 185
Function/notes ................................ 57
Important safety information ........... 57
Trailer stabilization ........................... 58
Warning lamp ................................. 207
Exhaust check ................................... 133
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................244
Exterior lighting
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 80
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 81
Folding in when locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 181
Folding in/out (automatically) ......... 81
Folding in/out (electrically) ............. 80
osition (troubleshooting) ..... 81
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Out
Setting ............................................. 81
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 82
Storing the parking position ............. 81
F
Filler cap
see Refueling
First-aid kit ......................................... 248
Flat tire
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 250
Folding the seat backrest (rear)
forwards/back .................................. 217
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 291
Consumption information .............. 291
Consumption statistics .................. 173
Displaying the range ...................... 174
Fuel gauge ..................................... 171
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 290
Important safety notes .................. 290
Notes for AMG vehicles ................. 291
Premium-grade unleaded gaso-
line ................................................. 290
Problem (malfunction) ................... 130
Refueling ........................................ 127
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 290
Fuel consumption
Notes ............................................. 132
Fuel filler flap
Emergency release ........................ 129
Opening/closing ............................ 128
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 174
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 290
Problem (malfunction) ................... 130
Fuel/water separator
Service ........................................... 241
Fuse allocation chart ........................ 259
Fuse box
Battery case ................................... 260
Dashboard ..................................... 259
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Front-passenger footwell ............... 260
Transmission tunnel ....................... 260
Fuse extractor ................................... 259
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 259
Before changing ............................. 259
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 259
Fuse allocation chart ..................... 259
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 260
Fuse box in the transmission tun-
nel ................................................. 260
Important safety notes .................. 259
In the battery case ......................... 260
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 234
General notes ................................ 231
Important safety notes .................. 231
Opening/closing the garage door..234
Programming the remote control ... 231
Gasoline ............................................. 290
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................182
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 246
Genuine parts ...................................... 19
Genuine wood trim and trim strips
(cleaning instructions) ......................246
Glove box ...........................................215
Gradient-climbing capability (max-
imum) ................................................. 140
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defini-
tion) .................................................... 279
H
Hazard warning lamps ........................ 89
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 74
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 75
Installing/removing (rear) ................ 75
Luxury .............................................. 75
Resetting (front) ............................... 75
see NECK-PRO head restraints
see NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Headlamps
Adding fluid to cleaning system ..... 239
Cleaning ......................................... 244
Cleaning system (function) .............. 87
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 295
Fogging up ....................................... 89
Protective grille ................................ 95
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 190
Switching on/off .............................. 88
Hill start assist .................................. 114
HOLD function
Function/notes .............................157
Hood
Closing ...........................................236
Display message ............................ 201
Important safety notes .................. 235
Opening ......................................... 236
Horn ...................................................... 26
Hydroplaning ..................................... 135
I
Immobilizer .......................................... 59
Instrument cluster
Overview ........................................ 171
Warning and indicator lamps ......... 202
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 171
Interior lighting
Automatic control ............................ 90
Cargo compartment lamp ................ 91
Delayed switch-off (on-board
computer) ...................................... 180
Manual control ................................. 90
Overview .......................................... 89
Reading lamp ................................... 89
Rear interior lighting ........................ 92
J
Jack
Pump lever ..................................... 283
Storage location ............................ 248
Using ............................................. 282
Jump starting (engine) ......................254
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Key positions
SmartKey .......................................112
L
Lap time (RACETIMER) ......................182
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 48
License plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 190
Light sensor (display message) ....... 191
Lights
Activating/deactivating the inte-
rior lighting delayed switch-off ....... 180
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 85
Hazard warning lamps ..................... 89
High beam flasher ............................ 88
High-beam headlamps ..................... 88
Light switch ..................................... 84
Low-beam headlamps ......................84
Parking lamps ..................................87
Rear fog lamp .................................. 86
Standing lamps ................................ 87
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board com-
puter) .............................................179
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (switch) ......................85
Switching the exterior lighting
delayed switch-off on/off (on-
board computer) ............................ 179
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (on-board computer) .......... 179
Turn signals ..................................... 88
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 142
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 149
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 145
Limit speed
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 145
Load anchorage ................................. 218
Loading guidelines ............................ 214
Locking
Emergency locking ........................... 66
From inside the vehicle (central
locking button) ................................. 65
entral locking
see C
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 66
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 180
LOW RANGE off-road gear ................ 162
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 189
Switching on/off .............................. 84
Luggage compartment enlargement
Overview ........................................ 216
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 76
Luxury head restraints ....................... 75
M
M+S tires ............................................ 264
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 243
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 228
Display message ............................ 187
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 228
Downloading routes ....................... 230
Emergency call .............................. 225
Geo fencing ................................... 230
Important safety notes .................. 224
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 229
MB info call button ........................ 227
Remote vehicle locking .................. 229
Roadside Assistance button .......... 226
Self-test ......................................... 225
Speed alert .................................... 230
System .......................................... 225
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 231
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 229
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 228
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Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 61
General notes .................................. 61
Removing .........................................61
Memory card (audio) ......................... 176
Memory function ................................. 82
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 184
Messages
see Display messages
Mirrors
Sun visor ........................................ 221
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 177
Mounting wheels
Mounting a new wheel ................... 284
Raising the vehicle ......................... 282
Removing a wheel .......................... 283
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 282
MP3
Operation ....................................... 176
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 173
Permanent display ......................... 179
Multifunction steering wheel
Back button ................................... 172
Operating the on-board computer..172
Overview .......................................... 29
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 174
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 45
Resetting triggered .......................... 45
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Important safety notes .................... 45
Operation ......................................... 45
Resetting when triggered ................. 46
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 111
O
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 46
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system ............................................. 50
Children in the vehicle ..................... 46
Important safety notes .................... 35
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem ............................................ 34, 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 35
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 55
Restraint system warning lamp ........35
Off-road
Differential locks ............................164
Off-road ABS ....................................56
Off-road driving
Checklist ........................................138
Driving on sand .............................. 139
Important safety notes .................. 137
Traveling uphill ............................... 140
Off-road fording ................................. 135
Off-road system
Permanent all-wheel drive ............. 157
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 182
Assistance menu ........................... 178
Audio menu ................................... 176
Convenience submenu .................. 181
Display messages .......................... 184
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151
Factory settings submenu ............. 181
Important safety notes .................. 170
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 179
Lighting submenu .......................... 179
Menu overview .............................. 173
Message memory .......................... 184
Navigation menu ............................ 174
Operation ....................................... 172
RACETIMER ................................... 182
Service menu ................................. 178
Settings menu ............................... 178
Standard display ............................ 173
Telephone menu ............................ 177
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Trip menu ...................................... 173
Vehicle submenu ........................... 180
Video DVD operation ..................... 176
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................23
Important safety notes .................... 22
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature display ........... 171
Overhead control panel ...................... 32
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 54
P
Paint code number ............................ 288
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 243
Panic alarm .......................................... 34
Parcel net ........................................... 216
Parking
Engaging park position .................. 119
Important safety notes .................. 130
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 81
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Applying ......................................... 131
Display message ............................ 186
Warning lamp ................................. 209
Parking lamps
Switching on/off .............................. 87
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 160
Driving system ............................... 158
Function/notes ............................. 158
Important safety notes .................. 158
Problem (malfunction) ................... 161
Range of the sensors ..................... 158
Trailer towing ................................. 160
Warning display ............................. 159
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 35
Problems (malfunctions) .................. 53
Pedals ................................................. 133
Permanent all-wheel drive
Off-road system ............................. 157
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 55
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 245
Power supply (trailer) ....................... 168
Power washers .................................. 242
Program selector button .................. 122
Programming
SmartKey ......................................... 61
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 113
Q
QR code
Rescue card ..................................... 24
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 23
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RACETIMER
Deleting all laps ............................. 183
Displaying and starting .................. 182
Displaying the intermediate time ... 182
Resetting the current lap ............... 183
Starting a new lap .......................... 183
Stopping ........................................ 183
RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 182
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 176
see separate operating instructions
Radio-wave reception/transmission in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 23
Reading lamp ....................................... 89
Rear bench seat
Folding forward .............................. 218
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ...................... 110
Rear door
Closing ............................................. 68
Display message ............................ 201
Important safety notes .................... 67
Opening ........................................... 67
Opening/closing .............................. 67
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 190
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Switching on/off .............................. 86
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seat bench
Folding into an upright position ..... 218
Rear view camera
Function/notes ............................. 161
Rear view camera (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 244
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 107
Switching on/off ........................... 107
Rear window wiper
Switching on/off .............................. 97
Rear-view mirror
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 81
Refrigerant (air-conditioning system)
Important safety notes .................. 293
Refueling
Fuel gauge ..................................... 171
Important safety notes .................. 127
Refueling process .......................... 128
see Fuel
Remote control
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 231
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................... 92
Overview of bulb types .................... 93
Reporting safety defects .................... 23
Rescue card ......................................... 24
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 194
Warning lamp ................................. 210
see Fuel
Residual heat
Switching on/off ........................... 108
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 187
Introduction ..................................... 34
Warning lamp ................................. 209
Warning lamp (function) ................... 35
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 191
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 21
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 247
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 174
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 46
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat backrest
Folding back .................................. 217
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 38
center rear-compartment seat ......... 38
Cleaning ......................................... 246
Correct usage .................................. 37
Fastening ......................................... 38
Important safety guidelines ............. 36
Introduction ..................................... 36
Releasing ......................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 204
Warning lamp (function) ................... 40
Seat heating
Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 77
Seat ventilation
Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 77
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 74
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 76
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 74
Cleaning the cover ......................... 246
Correct driver's seat position ........... 72
Important safety notes .................... 72
Overview .......................................... 72
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 82
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 76
Switching seat ventilation on/off .... 77
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 244
Service interval display
Displaying a service message (on-
board computer) ............................ 240
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Index
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 178
Service products
Brake fluid .....................................293
Coolant (engine) ............................ 294
Engine oil ....................................... 292
Fuel ................................................ 289
Important safety notes .................. 289
Notes ............................................. 289
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 293
Washer fluid ................................... 295
Setting a speed limit
see SPEEDTRONIC
Setting the air distribution ...............105
Settings
Calling up a stored setting ...............83
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 181
On-board computer ....................... 178
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 182
Shift ranges ....................................... 123
Side impact air bag ............................. 42
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 191
Side marker lamps (changing
bulbs) .................................................... 94
Side windows
Convenience closing feature ............ 69
Convenience opening feature .......... 68
Important safety information ........... 68
Opening/closing .............................. 68
Overview .......................................... 68
Troubleshooting ............................... 69
Ski rack .............................................. 220
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes .................... 69
Opening/closing .............................. 70
Operating manually .......................... 70
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 71
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 62
Changing the programming ............. 61
Checking the battery ....................... 62
Convenience closing feature ............ 69
Convenience opening feature .......... 68
Display message ............................ 202
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 60
Important safety notes .................... 60
Loss ................................................. 63
Malfunction ...................................... 63
Mechanical key ................................ 61
rview .......................................... 60
Ove
P
roblem (malfunction) ..................... 63
Starting the engine ........................ 113
Snow chains ...................................... 264
Sockets
Front-passenger footwell ............... 223
Luggage compartment ................... 223
Rear compartment ......................... 223
SOS
see mbrace
Spare fuses ........................................ 259
Spare wheel
Mounting ....................................... 281
Notes/data .................................... 286
Spare wheel bracket at the rear .... 249
Stainless-steel spare hub cap ........ 249
Special seat belt retractor .................. 47
Specialist workshop ............................ 23
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Digital ............................................ 174
In the Instrument cluster ............... 171
Segments ...................................... 171
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 179
see Instrument cluster
SPEEDTRONIC
Display message ............................ 197
Selecting ........................................ 145
Variable ......................................... 145
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 191
Switching on/off .............................. 87
Starting the engine
Important safety notes .................. 113
Steering (display message) .............. 202
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 78
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 172
Cleaning ......................................... 246
Important safety notes .................... 78
Paddle shifters ............................... 123
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Steering wheel heating .................... 78
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 82
Steering wheel heating
Indicator lamp (malfunction) ............ 79
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 123
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 182
Stowage areas ................................... 215
Stowage compartment
Door stowage compartment .......... 216
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 216
Cup holders ................................... 220
Glove box ....................................... 215
Important safety information ......... 215
Stowage pockets ........................... 216
Summer tires ..................................... 264
Sun visor ............................................ 221
Surround lighting (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 179
SUV
(Sport Utility Vehicle) ....................... 22
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 107
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 59
T
Tachometer ........................................ 171
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 191
see Lights
Tank content
Fuel gauge ..................................... 171
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 289
Tires ............................................... 284
Tires/wheels ................................. 284
Trailer loads ................................... 298
Vehicle data ................................... 295
Wheels ........................................... 284
TELEAID
Call priority .................................... 228
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 228
Downloading routes ....................... 230
Emergency call .............................. 225
Geo fencing ................................... 230
Important safety notes .................. 224
Locating a stolen vehicle ............... 229
MB info call button ........................ 227
Remote vehicle locking .................. 229
Roadside Assistance button .......... 226
Self-test ......................................... 225
Speed alert .................................... 230
System .......................................... 225
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 231
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 229
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 228
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 177
Display message ............................ 202
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 177
Number from the phone book ........ 177
Redialing ........................................ 178
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 177
Telephone compartment .................. 216
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 171
Coolant (on-board computer) ......... 182
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 182
Outside temperature ...................... 171
Setting (climate control) ................ 105
Theft deterrent systems
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 59
Immobilizer ...................................... 59
Tilt/sliding sunroof
see Sliding sunroof
Time
see separate operating instructions
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 182
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 268
Checking manually ........................ 268
Display messa
Ma
ximum ....................................... 268
Notes ............................................. 266
Recommended ............................... 265
Table (single tires) ......................... 266
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 270
Function/notes ............................. 268
Restarting ...................................... 270
Warning lamp ................................. 213
ge ............................ 198
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Warning message .......................... 270
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 280
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 279
Bar (definition) ...............................279
Changing a wheel .......................... 281
Characteristics .............................. 279
Checking ........................................ 262
Curb weight (definition) ................. 280
Definition of terms ......................... 279
Direction of rotation ...................... 282
Display message ............................ 198
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 281
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 279
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 278
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 279
GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) (defi-
nition) ............................................ 279
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 279
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 280
Important safety notes .................. 262
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 279
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 280
Labeling (overview) ........................ 275
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 281
Load index ..................................... 277
Load index (definition) ................... 280
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 280
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 280
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 280
Maximum tire load ......................... 278
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 280
ight (
Optional equipment we
nition) ............................................ 281
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 280
Replacing ....................................... 281
defi-
Service life ..................................... 263
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 280
Speed rating (definition) ................ 279
Storing ........................................... 282
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 279
Technical data ............................... 284
Temperature .................................. 275
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 281
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 280
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 280
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 279
Tire size (data) ............................... 284
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 276
Tire tread ....................................... 263
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 280
Total load limit (definition) ............. 281
Traction ......................................... 275
Traction (definition) ....................... 281
Tread wear ..................................... 274
TWR (permissible trailer drawbar
noseweight) (definition) ................. 281
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 274
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 279
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 281
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 279
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 49
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 259
Important safety notes .................. 256
Towing a trailer
Axle load, permissible .................... 298
Driving tips .................................... 166
Lights display message .................. 189
Mounting dimensions .................... 297
Shift range ..................................... 122
Trailer loads ................................... 298
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 297
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 256
nt o
In the eve
With both axles on the ground ....... 257
f malfunctions .......... 258
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Towing eye
Front .............................................. 257
Rear ...............................................257
Trailer
7-pin connector .............................169
Power supply ................................. 168
Trailer coupling (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................245
Trailer loads
Technical data ............................... 298
Trailer tow hitch
Ball position ................................... 298
Trailer towing
®
................................................ 58
ESP
PARKTRONIC ................................. 160
Transfer case
General notes ................................ 162
Shift range ..................................... 162
Shifting .......................................... 162
Shifting (general notes) .................. 162
Shifting (important safety notes) ... 162
Shifting to neutral .......................... 163
Switching off the off-road gear
ratio ............................................... 163
Switching on the off-road gear
ratio ............................................... 163
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission positions .................... 121
Transporting the vehicle .................. 258
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 140
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 173
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 173
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 174
Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ..................... 94
Display message ............................ 190
Switching on/off .............................. 88
TWR (Tongue Weight Rating) (defi-
nition) ................................................. 281
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 66
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 65
V
Vanity mirror
Sun visor ........................................ 221
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
Function/notes ............................. 145
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 23
Data acquisition ............................... 24
Display message ............................ 201
Emergency locking ........................... 66
Emergency unlocking ....................... 66
Equipment ....................................... 20
Individual settings .......................... 178
Limited Warranty ............................. 24
Loading .......................................... 271
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 60
Lowering ........................................ 284
Maintenance .................................... 21
Parking for a long period ................ 132
Pulling away ................................... 113
Raising ........................................... 282
Reporting problems ......................... 23
Securing from rolling away ............ 282
Tow-starting ................................... 256
Towing away .................................. 256
Transporting .................................. 258
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 60
Vehicle data ................................... 295
Vehicle data ....................................... 295
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 296
Fording depth ................................ 296
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 297
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 295
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 288
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 248
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Ventilation
Setting the airflow ......................... 105
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 176
VIN ...................................................... 288
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 206
Brakes ........................................... 205
Check Engine ................................. 210
Coolant .......................................... 210
Cruise control ................................ 142
Distance warning ........................... 212
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 212
®
.............................................. 207
ESP
®
ESP
OFF ....................................... 208
Fuel tank ........................................ 210
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 149
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 145
Overview .................................. 28, 202
Parking brake ................................ 209
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 35
Reserve fuel ................................... 210
Restraint system ............................ 209
Seat belt ........................................ 204
Tire pressure monitor .................... 213
Warning triangle ................................ 248
Warranty .............................................. 20
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 202
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 284
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 281
Checking ........................................ 262
Cleaning ......................................... 242
Important safety notes .................. 262
Interchanging/changing ................ 281
Mounting a new wheel ................... 284
Mounting a wheel .......................... 282
Overview ........................................ 262
Removing a wheel .......................... 283
Storing ........................................... 282
Technical data ............................... 284
Tightening torque ........................... 284
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 284
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 188
Operation ......................................... 43
Windows
see Side windows
Windows (cleaning instructions) ..... 243
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 105
Windshield heating ........................... 106
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 239
Notes ............................................. 295
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 98
Rear window wiper .......................... 97
Replacing the wiper blades .............. 97
Switching on/off .............................. 96
Winter
Driving in winter ............................. 136
nter o
Wi
peration ............................ 264
Winter driving
Snow chains .................................. 264
Winter operation
Overview ........................................ 264
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 264
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 244
Important safety notes .................... 97
Replacing ......................................... 97
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Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
H
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
R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R
avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.
R
always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R
do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R
remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R
always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
R
drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
R
avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
R
change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
R
switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
R
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
H
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-
!
ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
R
doors
R
door pillars
R
door sills
R
seats
R
cockpit
R
instrument cluster
R
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.
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
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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 Mercedes-Benz
Y page 288).
parts (
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 the Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should be
kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Warranty
Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the
warranties printed 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:
R
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
R
Emission Systems Warranty
R
Emission Performance Warranty
R
California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island
and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
R
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.
If you lose the Service and Warranty Infor-
i
mation booklet, contact an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center to arrange a replacement. It will be mailed to you.
Information for customers in California
In California, you have the right to exchange a
vehicle or receive a refund of the purchase or
leasing price if Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or
an authorized workshop or maintenance facility
cannot, after several authorized repairs, rectify
considerable damage to or malfunctions of the
vehicle that are covered by the contractual 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 serious defect or damage can result in
deadly or serious injury to the vehicle occupants while driving AND this defect has
already been repaired at least twice AND
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Mercedes-Benz, LLC has been informed in
writing of the necessity of a repair.
(2) the defect or damage, though less serious
than (1) above, has already been repaired at
least four times AND Mercedes-Benz has
been informed in writing of the necessity of
a repair.
(3) the vehicle cannot be used for longer than
30 calendar days because of repair work
resulting from this or other serious defects
or damage.
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 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:
R
service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R
unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic converter.
R
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
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Sports Utility Vehicle
WARNING
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Due to the high center of gravity, the vehicle
may start to skid and roll over in the event of
an abrupt steering maneuver and/or when
the vehicle's speed is not adapted to the road
conditions. There is a risk of an accident.
Always adapt your speed and driving style to
the vehicle's driving characteristics and to the
prevailing road and weather conditions.
Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
Failure to operate this vehicle safely may result
in anaccident, rollover of the vehicle, and severe
or fatal injury.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing
a seat belt.
You and all vehicle occupants should always
wear your seat belts.
Operating safety
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
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
G
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
G
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:
!
R
the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
R
you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
R
a heavy object strikes the undercarriage or
parts of the chassis
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, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
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Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle com-
ply 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."
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.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
R
work relevant to safety
R
service and maintenance work
R
repair work
R
alterations, installation work and modifications
R
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:
R
the safety notes in this manual
R
the technical data section in this manual
R
traffic rules and regulations
R
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 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.
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
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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 obtain additional information about
vehicle safety from:
http://www.safercar.gov
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 is not covered either by the Mercedes-Benz Limited
Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
QR codes for rescue cards
The QR codes are secured in the fuel filler flap
and on the opposite side on the B-pillar. In the
event of an accident, rescue services can use
the QR codes to quickly find the appropriate
rescue cards for your vehicle. The current rescue card contains the most important information about your vehicle in a compact form, e.g.
the routing of the electric cables.
You can find more information under http://
portal.aftersales.i.daimler.com/public/
content/asportal/en/communication/
informationen_fuer/QRCode.html.
Data stored in the vehicle
Data recording
A wide range of electronic components in your
vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:
R
Vehicle's operating state
R
Incidents
R
Malfunctions
In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a
system or the surroundings.
These include, for example:
R
operating conditions of system components,
e.g. fluid levels
R
the vehicle's status messages and those of its
individual components, e.g. number of wheel
revolutions/speed, deceleration in movement, lateral acceleration, accelerator pedal
position
R
malfunctions anddefects in important system
components, e.g. lights, brakes
R
vehicle reactions and operating conditions in
special driving situations, e.g. air bag deployment, intervention of stability control systems
R
ambient conditions, e.g. outside temperature
This data is of an exclusively technical nature
and can be used to:
R
assist in recognizing and rectifying malfunctions and defects
R
analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an accident
R
optimize vehicle function
The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's
movements.
ed, te
When your vehicle is servic
chnical information can be read from the event data memory
and malfunction data memory.
Services include, for example:
R
repair services
R
service processes
R
warranties
R
quality assurance
It is read by employees of the service network
(including manufacturers) using special diagnostic devices. More detailed information is
obtained from it, if required.
After a malfunction has been rectified, the information is deleted from the malfunction memory
or is continually overwritten.
When operating the vehicle, situations are conceivable in which this technical data, in connection with other information (if necessary, under
consultation with an authorized expert), could
be traced to a person.
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Examples include:
R
accident reports
R
damage to the vehicle
R
witness statements
Further additional functions that have been contractually agreed upon with the customer allow
certain vehicle data to be conveyed by the vehicle as well. The additional functions include, for
example, vehicle location in case of an emergency.
COMAND/mbrace (Canada: TELEAID)
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or
mbrace, additional data about the vehicle’s
operation, the use of the vehicle in certain situations, and the location of the vehicle may be
compiled through COMAND or the mbrace system.
For additional information please refer to the
COMAND User Manual and/or the mbrace
Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is
to record data that will assist in understanding
how a vehicle’s systems performed in certain
crash or near crash-like situations, such as during air bag deployment or when hitting a road
obstacle. The EDR is designed to record data
related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems
for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds
or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
R
how various systems in your vehicle are operating
R
whether or not the driver and passenger seat
belts are fastened
R
how far (if at all) the driver is depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal and
R
how fast the vehicle is traveling
This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and
injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data is recorded by
your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under
normal driving conditions and no personal data
(e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are
recorded. However, other parties, such as law
ith
enforcement, can combine the EDR
data w
the type of personal identification data routinely
acquired during a crash investigation.
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or
the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle
manufacturer, other parties that have the special equipment, such as law enforcement, can
read the information by accessing the vehicle or
the EDR.
EDR data may be used in civil and criminal matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, accident claims, and vehicle safety. Since the Crash
Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract
data from the EDR is commercially available,
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly
disclaims any and all liability arising from the
extraction of this information by unauthorized
Mercedes-Benz personnel.
MBUSA will not share EDR data with others
without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if
the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the
lessee. Exceptions to this representation
include responses to subpoenas by law enforcement; by federal, state or local government; in
connection with or arising outof litigation involving MBUSA or its subsidiaries and affiliates; or,
as required by law.
Warni
ng: The EDR is a component of the Supplemental Restraint System ("SRS") Module.
Tampering with, altering, modifying or removing
the EDR component may result in a malfunction
of the SRS Module and other systems.
State laws or regulations regarding EDRs that
conflict with federal regulation are pre-empted.
This means that in the event of such conflict, the
federal regulation governs. As of February 2013,
13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs.
Information on copyright
General information
Information on license for free and open-source
software used in your vehicle and its electronic
components is available on the following website:
http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource
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Cockpit
At a glance
Cockpit
:
;
=
?
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
Function Page
Combination switch 88
Steering wheel paddle shifters 123
Instrument cluster 171
Horn
Overhead control panel 32
PARKTRONIC warning display 158
Climate control systems 99
Ignition lock 112
Adjusts the steering wheel 78
Cruise control lever 141
Light switch 84
Opens the hood 236
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Instrument cluster
Displays and controls
Function Page
:
;
=
?
A
B
Speedometer with segments 171
Multifunction display 173
Tachometer 171
Coolant temperature display 171
Fuel gauge
Instrument cluster lighting control 171
Instrument cluster
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At a glance
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Instrument cluster
28
Warning and indicator lamps
At a glance
Function Page
:
L Low-beam headlamps
;
T Parking lamps, license
plate and instrument cluster
lighting
=
÷ ESP
?
K High-beam headlamps
A
Electric parking brake (yellow)
F USA only
! Canada only
B
! Electric parking brake
(red)
C
J Brakes (yellow)
D
· Distance warning
E
#! Turn signals
®
84
84
207
88
131
131
205
212
88
Function Page
F
h Tire pressure monitor
G
6 Restraint system
H
ü Seat belt
I
? Coolant
J
R Rear fog lamp
K
; Check Engine
L
8 Reserve fuel
M
å ESP®OFF
N
! ABS
O
Brakes (red)
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
213
34
204
210
86
210
210
207
206
205
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Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
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At a glance
Function Page
:
Multifunction display
;
COMAND display
= ?
Switches on the Voice Control System; see the separate
operating instructions
? ~ ~
Rejects or ends a call
Exits phone book/redial
memory
6
Makes or accepts a call
Switches to the redial mem-
ory
WX
Adjusts the volume
8
Mute
~
~
Function Page
A
=; ~
Selects a menu
9:
Selects a submenu or scrolls
through lists
a
Confirms selections and
hides messages
B %
Back
Switches off the Voice Con-
trol System; see the separate
operating instructions
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Center console
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Center console
Center console, upper section
At a glance
Function Page
:
COMAND (see separate
operating instructions)
;
c Seat heating
=
s Seat ventilation
?
c PARKTRONIC
A
è ECO start/stop function
~
76
77
158
114
Function Page
B
£ Hazard warning lamps
C
45PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
D
å ESP
®
89
35
57
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Center console, lower section
Function Page
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Stowage compartment/ashtray 221
Automatic transmission selector lever 119
Selects park position 119
+ Selects/deselects LOW RANGE off-road gear
Stowage compartment
Opens/closes the stowage compartment 215
Cigarette lighter 222
Audio controller (see the separate operating instructions)
COMAND controller
Switches the windshield heating on/off 106
Adjustable damping 118
Ú Selects the drive program
Ñ Selects the drive program (AMG vehicles)
Parking brake 131
Center console
162
~
~
122
31
At a glance
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Overhead control panel
32
Overhead control panel
At a glance
Function Page
:
p Switches the left-hand
reading lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the righthand reading lamp on/off
B
¡ Opens/closes the sliding sunroof
89
90
90
90
89
70
Function Page
C
F Roadside Assistance
call button (mbrace system)
D
G SOS button (mbrace
system)
E
ï MB Info call button
(mbrace system)
F
Rear-view mirror 80
G
Buttons for the garage door
opener
H
Microphone for mbrace
(emergency call system),
telephone and the Voice
Control System
226
225
227
234
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Door control panel
Door control panel
33
At a glance
Function Page
:
n Activates/deactivates
the override feature for the
side windows in the rear
compartment
;
W Opens/closes the side
windows
=
7Zö\
Adjusts and folds the exterior
mirrors in/out electrically
54
68
80
Function Page
?
r 45 = Stores
settings for the seat, exterior
mirrors and steering wheel
(memory function)
A
Adjusts the seats 74
B
%&Unlocks/locks
the vehicle
C
Opens the door 64
82
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Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes allmodels
i
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note
that your vehicle may not be equipped with all
features described. This also applies to
Safety
safety-related systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
i
workshops: (
Y page 23).
Panic alarm
X
To activate: press ! button : for at
least one second.
An alarm sounds and the indicator lamp
flashes.
X
To deactivate: press ! button : again.
or
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
USA only:
i
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the device.
Any unauthorized modification to this device
could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
The Product label with FCC ID and IC certification number can be found in the battery
case of the SmartKey.
Canada only:
i
This device complies with the RSS-210 Rules
of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference,
and
2. this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any unauthorized modification to this device
could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
The Product label with FCC ID and IC certification number can be found in the battery
case of the SmartKey.
Occupant safety
Introduction to the restraint system
The restraint system can reduce the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of
the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident.
The restraint system can also reduce the forces
to which vehicle occupants are subjected during
an accident.
The restraint system comprises:
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Seat belt system
R
Air bags
R
Child restraint system
R
Child seat securing systems
The components of the restraint system work in
conjunction with each other. They can only
deploy theirprotective function if, at all times, all
vehicle occupants:
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have fastened their seat belts correctly
Y page 37)
(
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have adjusted their seat and head restraint
properly (
As the driver, you also have to make sure that
the steering wheel is adjusted correctly.
Observe the information relating to the correct
driver's seat position (
You also have to make sure that an air bag can
inflate properly if deployed (
An air bag supplements a correctly worn seat
belt. As an additional safety device, the air bag
increases the level of protection for vehicle
occupants in the event of an accident. For example, if, in the event of an accident, the protection
offered by the seat belt is sufficient, the air bags
Y page 72).
Y page 72).
Y page 40).
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are not deployed. When an accident occurs, only
the air bags that increase protection in that particular accident situation are deployed. However, seat belts and air bags generally do not
protect against objects penetrating the vehicle
from the outside.
Information on restraint system operation can
be found under "Triggering of the Emergency
Tensioning Devices and air bags" (
For more information about children traveling
with you in the vehicle and on child restraint
systems, see "Children in the vehicle"
Y page 46).
(
Y page 43).
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Modifications to the restraint system may
cause it to no longer work as intended. The
restraint system may then not perform its
intended protectivefunction and may fail in an
accident ortrigger unexpectedly, for example.
This poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Never modify parts of the restraint system.
Never tamper with the wiring, the electronic
components or their software.
If it is necessary tomodify an air bag system to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for
details. USA only: for further information contact our Customer Assistance Center at
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).
A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint
system warning lamp:
R
does not light up after the ignition is switched
on
R
does not go out after a few seconds with the
engine running
R
lights up again while the engine is running
WARNING
G
If restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint
system components may be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in
the event of an accident with a high rate of
vehicle deceleration.This can affect the Emergency Tensioning Device or air bag, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Have the restraint system checked and
repaired in a qualified specialist workshop as
soon as possible.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp
Safety
Restraint system warning lamp
The functions of the restraint system are
checked after the ignition is switched on and at
regular intervals while the engine is running.
Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in
good time.
The 6 restraint system warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is
switched on. It goes out no later than a few seconds after the vehicle is started. The components of the restraint system are in operational
readiness.
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp : is
part of the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation
system.
A permanently lit PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp informs you that the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated.
Depending on the person in the front-passenger
seat, the front-passenger front air bag must
either be deactivated or enabled; see the following points. You must make sure of this both
before and during a journey.
R
Children in a child restraint system:
whether the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated or enabled depends on the instal-
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36
led child restraint system, and the age and
size of the child. Therefore, always observe
the information on "Children in the vehicle"
Y page 46). There you will also find instruc-
(
tions on rearward and forward-facing child
restraint systems on the front-passenger
seat.
R
All other persons: the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp must be off. Be sure to
Safety
observe the notes on "Seat
Y page 36) and "Air bags"
belts“ (
Y page 40). There you can also find infor-
(
mation on the correct seat position.
Observe the information on the BabySmart™ air
bag deactivation system in the front-passenger
Y page 50).
seat (
Seat belts
Introduction
Seat belts are the most effective means of
restricting the movement of vehicle occupants
in the event of an accident or the vehicle rolling
over. This reduces the risk of vehicle occupants
coming into contact with parts of the vehicle
interior or being ejected from the vehicle. Furthermore, the seat belt helps to keep the vehicle
occupant in the best position in relation to the
air bag.
The seat belt system comprises:
R
Seat belts
R
Emergency Tensioning Devices for the front
seat belts and the outer seat belts in the rear
R
Belt force limiters
If the seat belt is pulled out at the belt sash guide
quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt
retractor locks. The belt strap cannot be extracted any further.
The Emergency Tensioning Device tightens the
seat belt in an accident, pulling the belt close
against the body. However it does not pull the
vehicle occupant back in the direction of the
backrest.
The Emergency Tensioning Device does not correct an incorrect seat position or the routing of
an incorrectly fastened seat belt.
When triggered, a belt force limiter helps to
reduce the force exerted by the seat belt on the
vehicle occupant.
The belt force limiters for the front seats are
synchronized with the front air bags, which
absorb part of the deceleration force. This can
reduce the force exerted on the vehicle occupants during an accident.
If the front-passenger seat is unoccupied,
!
do not insert the belt tongue into the buckle of
the front-passenger seat. This may otherwise
y Ten-
lead to the triggering of the Em
ergenc
sioning Device in the event of an accident,
which will then need to be replaced.
Important safety notes
The use of seat belts and child restraint systems
is required by law in:
R
all 50 states
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the U.S. territories
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the District of Columbia
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all Canadian provinces
Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle
occupants should correctly fasten their seat
belts before starting the journey.
WARNING
G
If the seat belt is incorrectly fastened, it cannot protect as intended. Furthermore, an
incorrectly fastened seat belt can cause additional injury, for example, in an accident, during braking or when abruptly changing direction. This poses an increased risk of injury or
even fatal injury.
Make sure that all vehicle occupants are
seated properly with a correctly fastened seat
belt.
WARNING
G
The seat belt does not offer the intended level
of protection if you have not moved the backrest to an almost vertical position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could
slide underneath the seat belt and sustain
abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
Adjust the seat properly before beginning
your journey. Always ensure that the backrest
is in an almost vertical position and that the
shoulder section of your seat belt is routed
across the center of your shoulder.
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WARNING
G
Persons under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height cannot
fasten the seat belt correctly without an additional suitable restraint system. If the seat
belt is incorrectly fastened, it cannot protect
as intended. Furthermore, an incorrectly fastened seat belt can cause additional injury, for
example, in an accident, during braking or an
abrupt change of direction. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
For this reason, always secure persons under
5 ft (1.50 m) in height in suitable restraint
systems.
If a child younger than twelve years old and
under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the
vehicle:
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always secure the child in a child restraint
system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child
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always observe the instructions and safety
notes in the "Children in the vehicle" section
of this Operator's Manual (
Y page 46) in
addition to the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions
WARNING
G
The seat belts may not perform their intended
protective function if:
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they are damaged, modified, extremely
dirty, bleach or dyed
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the seat belt buckle is damaged or
extremely dirty
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the Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt
anchorages or inertia reels havebeen modified
Seat belts may sustain non-visible damage in
an accident, e.g. due to glass splinters. Modified or damaged seat belts may tear or fail,
e.g. in an accident. Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices could accidentally trigger or
fail to deploy when necessary. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Never modify the seat belts, Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt anchorages or inertia
reels. Make sure that the seat belts are
Occupant safety
undamaged, not worn out and clean. Following an accident, have the seat belts checked
immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
Only use seat belts that have been approved for
your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
Proper use of the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
Y page 36).
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All vehicle occupants must be wearing the seat
belt correctly before beginning the journey. Also
make sure that all vehicle occupants are always
wearing the seat belt correctly while the vehicle
is in motion.
When fastening the seat belt, always make sure
that:
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the seatbelt tongue is only inserted to the belt
buckle belonging to that seat.
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the seat belt is tight across your body.
Avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter
coat.
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the seat belt is not twisted.
Only then can the forces which occur be dis-
tributed over the area of the belt.
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the shoulder section of the belt is always
routed across the center of your shoulder.
The shoulder section of the belt must not
come into contact with your neck or be routed
under your arm. Where possible, adjust the
seat belt to the appropriate height.
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the lap belt passes tightly and as low down as
possible across your lap.
The lap belt must always be routed across
your hip joints and not across your abdomen.
This applies particularly to pregnant women.
If necessary, push the lap belt down to your
hip joint and pull it tight using the shoulder
section of the belt.
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the seat belt is not routed across sharp, pointed or fragile objects.
If you have such items located on or in your
clothing, e.g. pens, keys or eyeglasses, store
these in a suitable place.
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only one person is using a seat belt at a time.
Infants and children must never travel sitting
on the lap of a vehicle occupant. In the event
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of an accident, they could be crushed
between the vehicle occupant and seat belt.
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objects are never secured with a seat belt if
the seat belt is also being used by one of the
vehicle's occupants.
Seat belts are only intended to secure and
restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the
"Loading guidelines" for securing objects, luggage or loads (
Safety
Y page 214).
Fastening and adjusting the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
Y page 36) and the notes on correct use of seat
(
Y page 37).
belts (
If the center rear seat belt is being used, also
observe the information about the seat belt for
the center rear seat (
Y page 38).
The shoulder section of the seat belt must
always be routed across the center of the shoulder. Adjust the belt sash guide if necessary.
X
To raise: slide the belt sash guide upwards.
The belt sash guide engages in various positions.
X
To lower: pull release button ? and slide the
belt sash guide downwards.
X
Let go of release button ? in the desired
position and make sure that the belt sash
guide engages.
All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are
equipped with a special seat belt retractor to
securely fasten child restraint systems in the
vehicle. Further information can be found under
"Special seat belt retractor" (
Y page 47).
Basic illustration
X
Adjust the seat (Y page 72).
The seat backrest must be in an almost vertical position.
X
Pull the seat belt smoothly out of belt sash
guide = and engage belt tongue ; into belt
buckle :.
X
If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder
section of the seat belt to tighten the belt
across your body.
Seat belt for the center rear seat
WARNING
G
When the three-point seat belt for the center
rear seat is not in use, it may be thrown
around while driving, e.g. when braking or in
an accident. There is a risk of injury.
When the three-point seat belt for the center
rear seat is not in use, always secure both belt
buckle tongues in the retainer.
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:
Bracket for seat belt tongues
;
Belt buckle for fixed belt tongue
=
Release button for fixed belt tongue
?
Fixed belt tongue
A
Belt buckle for movable belt tongue
B
Release button for movable belt tongue
C
Movable belt tongue
Occupant safety
X
Pull theseat belt smoothly from the belt outlet
and engage fixed belt tongue ? in belt
buckle ;.
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X
Pull both seat belt tongues ? and C from
bracket :.
X
To fasten the seat belt: pull the seat belt
smoothly from the belt outlet and engage
movable belt tongue C in belt buckle A.
X
If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder
section of the seat belt to tighten the belt
across your body.
Releasing seat belts
Make surethat the seat belt is fully rolled up.
!
Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be
trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism.
This could damage the door, the door trim
panel and the seat belt. Damaged seat belts
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can no longer fulfill their protective function
and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Basic illustration
X
Press release button :, hold belt tongue ;
firmly and guide it back towards belt sash
guide =.
Belt warning for the driver and front
passenger
The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster is a reminder that all vehicle occupants must wear their seat belts. It may light up
continuously or flash. In addition, there may be
a warning tone.
Regardless of whether the driver's seat belt has
already been fastened, the 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds each time the
engine is started. If, after six seconds, the driver
or front-passenger seat belt has not been fastened and the doors are closed, the 7 seat
belt warning lamp lights up. As soon as the driver's and front-passenger seat belts are fastened
or a front door is opened again, the 7 seat
belt warning lamp goes out.
If the driver's seat belt is not fastened after the
engine is started, an additional warning tone will
sound. Thiswarning tone stops after six seconds
or when the driver's seat belt is fastened.
If the vehicle's speed exceeds 15 mph
(25 km/h) once and the driver's and frontpassenger seat belts are not fastened, a warning
tone sounds. A warning tone also sounds with
increasing intensity for 60 seconds or until the
driver or front passenger have fastened their
seat belts.
If the driver or front passenger unfasten their
seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warning is activated again.
For more information on the 7 seat belt
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warning lamp, see "
lamps in the instrument cluster, seat belts"
Y page 204).
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Warning and indicator
Air bags
Introduction
The installation point of an air bag can be recognized by the AIR BAG symbol.
An air bag complements the correctly fastened
seat belt. It is no substitute for the seat belt. The
air bag provides additional protection in applicable accident situations.
Not all air bags are deployed in an accident. The
different air bag systems function independently from one another (
However, no system available today can completely eliminate injuries and fatalities.
It is also not possible to rule out a risk of injury
caused by an air bag due to the high speed at
which the air bag must be deployed.
Y page 43).
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If you do not sit in the correct seat position,
the air bag cannot protect as intended and
could even cause additional injury when
deployed. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
To avoid hazardous situations, always make
sure that all of the vehicle's occupants:
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have fastened their seat belts correctly,
including pregnant women
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are sitting correctly and maintain the greatest possible distance to the air bags
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follow the following instructions
Always make sure that there are no objects
between the air bag and the vehicle's occupants.
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Adjust the seats properly before beginning
your journey. Always make sure that the seat
is in an almost upright position. The center of
the head restraint must support the head at
about eye level.
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Move the driver's and front-passenger seats
as far back as possible. The driver's seat position must allow the vehicle to be driven safely.
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Only hold the steering wheel on the outside.
This allows the air bag to be fully deployed.
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Always lean against the backrest while driving. Do not lean forwards or lean against the
door or side window. You may otherwise be in
the deployment area of the air bags.
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Always keep your feet in the footwell in front
of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dashboard, for example. Your feet may otherwise
be in the deployment area of the air bag.
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For this reason, always secure persons less
than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable restraint systems. Up to this height, the seat belt cannot
be worn correctly.
If a child is traveling in your vehicle, also
observe the following notes:
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Always secure children under twelve years of
age and less than 5 ft (
1.50 m) tall in suitable
child restraint systems.
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Child restraint systems should be installed on
the rear seats.
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Only secure a child in a rearward-facing child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat
when the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is permanently lit, the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated
Y page 35).
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Always observe the instructions and safety
notes on "Children in the vehicle"
Y page 46) and on the "Child restraint sys-
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tem on the front-passenger seat"
Y page 51) in addition to the child restraint
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system manufacturer's installation instructions.
Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent
an air bag from functioning correctly. Before
starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting
from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make
sure that:
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there are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and an air
bag.
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there are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar.
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no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on
the grab handles or coat hooks.
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no accessories, such as cup holders, are
attached to th
e vehicle within the deployment
area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows,
rear side trim or side walls.
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no heavy, sharp-edged or fragileobjects are in
the pockets of your clothing. Store such
objects in a suitable place.
WARNING
G
If you modify the air bag cover or affix objects
such as stickers to it, the air bag can no longer
function correctly. There is an increased risk
of injury.
Never modify an air bag cover or affix objects
to it.
WARNING
G
Sensors to control the air bags are located in
the doors. Modifications or work not performed correctly to the doors or door paneling, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the
function ofthe sensors being impaired. The air
bags might therefore not function properly
anymore. Consequently, the air bags cannot
protect vehicle occupants as they are
designed to do. There is an increased risk of
injury.
Never modify the doors or parts of the doors.
Always have work on the doors or door paneling carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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Front air bags
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Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the steering wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ;
deploys in front of and above the glove box.
When deployed, the front air bags offer additional head and thorax protection for the occupants in the front seats.
A permanently lit PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp informs you that the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated
Y page 35).
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The front-passenger front air bag will only
deploy if:
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an occupant is detected on the frontpassenger seat
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the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
is not lit (
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the restraint system control unit predicts a
high accident severity
Side impact air bags
G
Unsuitable seat covers could restrict or even
prevent the deployment of the air bags integrated into the seats. Consequently, the air
bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as
they are designed to do. In addition, the functions of BabySmart™ may be impaired. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
You should only use seat covers that have
been approved for the respective seat by
Mercedes-Benz.
Y page 50)
WARNING
Side impact air bags : deploy next to the outer
bolster of the seat backrest.
When deployed, the side impact air bag offers
additional thorax protection. However, it does
not protect the:
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head
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neck
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arms
In the event of a side impact, the side impact air
bag is deployed on the side on which the impact
occurs.
Pelvis air bags
WARNING
G
Unsuitable seat covers could restrict or even
prevent the deployment of the air bags integrated into the seats. Consequently, the air
bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as
they are designed to do. In addition, the functions of BabySmart™ may be impaired. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal
injury.
You should only use seat covers that have
been approved for the respective seat by
Mercedes-Benz.
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Pelvis air bags : deploy below next to the outer
seat cushions.
When activated, the pelvis air bag enhances the
level of protection of the vehicle occupants on
the side of the vehicle on which the impact
occurs.
The pelvis air bag is deployed on the side of the
impact.
Window curtain air bags
Window curtain air bags : are integrated into
the side of the roof frame and deployed in the
area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.
When deployed, the window curtain air bag
enhances the level of protection for the head.
However, it does not protect the chest or arms.
In the event of a side impact, the window curtain
air bag is deployed on the side on which the
impact occurs.
If the system determines that they can offer
additional protection to that provided by the
seat belt, a window curtain air bag may be
deployed in other accident situations
Y page 43).
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Deployment of Emergency Tensioning
Devices and air bags
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has
been deployed. There is a risk of injury.
Do not touch the air bag parts. Have a
deployed air bag replaced at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.
WARNING
G
A deployed air bag no longer offers any protection and cannot provide the intended protection in an accident. There is an increased
risk of injury.
Have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop in order to have a deployed air
bag replaced.
It is important for your safety and that of your
passenger to have deployed air bags replaced
and to have any malfunctioning air bags
repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags
continue to perform their protective function for
the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.
WARNING
G
Pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices
that have been deployed are no longer operational and are unable to perform their intended protective function. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Therefore, have pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning Devices which have been triggered
immediately replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop.
If Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered
or air bags are deployed, you will hear a bang,
and a small amount of powder may also be
released. The 6 restraint system warning
lamp lights up.
Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing. The powder that is released generally does
not constitute a health hazard, but it may cause
short-term breathing difficulties in people with
asthma or other respiratory problems. To avoid
this, you may wish to get out of the vehicle or
open the windows as soon as it is safe to do so.
Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning
Devices (ETDs) contain perchlorate material,
which may require special handling and regard
for the environment. National guidelines must
be observed during disposal. In California, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/
Perchlorate/index.cfm.
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Method of operation
During the first stage of a collision, the restraint
system control unit evaluates important physical data relating to vehicle deceleration or acceleration, such as:
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duration
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direction
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intensity
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Based on the evaluation of this data, the
restraint system control unit triggers the Emergency Tensioning Devices during a frontal or
rear collision.
An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be
triggered, if:
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the ignition is switched on
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the components of the restraint system are
operational; see "Restraint system warning
Y page 35)
lamp" (
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the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on
the respective front-passenger seat
The Emergency Tensioning Devices in the rear
compartment are triggered independently of the
lock status of the seat belts.
If the restraint system control unit detects a
more severe accident, further components of
the restraint system are activated independently of each other in certain frontal collision
situations:
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Driver's air bag
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Front-passenger front air bag
The front-passenger front air bag is activated or
deactivated depending on the person on the
front-passenger seat. The front-passenger front
air bag can only deploy in an accident if the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off.
Observe the information on the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp (
Your vehicle has a two-stage driver's air bag.
During the first deployment stage the driver's air
bag fills with sufficient propellant gas to reduce
the risk of injuries. The front air bag is fully
deployed with the maximum amount of propellant gas if a second deployment threshold is
reached within a few milliseconds.
The activation threshold of the Emergency Tensioning Devices and the air bag are determined
by evaluating the rate of vehicle deceleration or
acceleration which occurs at various points in
the vehicle.
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nature. Deployment should take place in good
time at the start of the collision.
Y page 35).
s pre-emptive in
The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration
and the direction of the force are essentially
determined by:
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the distribution of forces during the collision
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the collision angle
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the deformation characteristics of the vehicle
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the characteristics of the object with which
the vehicle has collided
Factors which can only be seen and measured
after a collision has occurred do not play a decisive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do
they provide an indication of air bag deployment.
The vehicle can be deformed considerably, without an air bag being deployed. This is the case if
only parts which are relatively easily deformed
are affected and the rate of deceleration is not
high. Conversely, air bags may be deployed even
though the vehicle suffers only minor deformation. This is the case if, for example, very rigid
vehicle parts such as longitudinal body members are hit, and sufficient deceleration occurs
as a result.
If the restraint system control unit detects a side
impact or if the vehicle rolls over, the applicable
components of the restraint system are activated independently of each other depending on
the apparent type of accident.
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Side impact air bag and pelvis air bag on the
side of impact, independently of the Emergency Tensioning Device and the use of the
seat belt
The side impact air bag on the frontpassenger side deploys under the following
conditions:
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BabySmart™ detects that the frontpassenger seat is occupied or
-
the belt tongue is engaged in the belt
buckle of the front-passenger seat
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Window curtain air bag on the side of impact,
independently of the use of the sea
t belt and
independently of whether the frontpassenger seat is occupied
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Emergency Tensioning Devices, if the system
determines that deployment can offer additional protection in this situation
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Window curtain air bags on the driver's and
front-passenger side in certain situations
when the vehicle rolls over, if the system
determines that deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat
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Not all air bags are deployed in an accident.
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The different air bag systems work independently of each other.
How the air bag system works is determined
by the severity of the accident detected,
especially the vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the apparent type of accident:
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frontal collision
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side impact
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rollover
NECK-PRO head restraints/NECKPRO luxury head restraints
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
The function of the head restraint may be
impaired if you:
R
attach objects such as coat hangers to the
head restraints, for example
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use head restraint covers
If you do so, the head restraints cannot fulfill
their intended protective function in the event
of an accident. In addition, objects attached
to the head restraints could endanger other
vehicle occupants. There is an increased risk
of injury.
Do not attach any objects to the head
restraints and do not use head restraint covers.
Method of operation
NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury
head restraints offer additional protection
against head and neck injuries. In the event of a
rear collision of a certain severity, the NECKPRO head restraints/NECK-PRO luxury head
restraints on the driver's and front-passenger
seats are moved forwards and upwards. This
provides better head support.
If the NECK-PRO head restraints/NECK-PRO
luxury head restraints have been triggered in an
accident, reset the NECK-PRO head restraints/
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints on the driver's
seat and the front-passenger seat
Y page 45). Otherwise, the additional protec-
(
tion will not be available in the event of another
rear-end collision. You can see that a NECK-PRO
head restraint/NECK-PRO luxury head restraint
has been triggered if it is tilted forward and can
no longer be adjusted.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
functionality of the NECK-PRO head restraints/
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints checked at a
qualified specialist workshop after a rear-end
collision.
Resetting a triggered NECK-PRO head
restraint/NECK-PRO luxury head
restraint
NECK-PRO head restraints
Do not insert your finger between the cushion of
the head restraint and the cover. Pay particular
attention while resetting the NECK-PRO head
restraints.
X
Tilt the top of the NECK-PRO head restraint
cushion forwards in the direction of arrow :.
X
Push the NECK-PRO head restraint cushion
down as far as it will go in the direction of
arrow ;.
X
With your hand flat, firmly push the NECKPRO head restraint cushion backwards in the
direction of arrow = until it engages.
X
Repeat this procedure for the second NECKPRO head restraint.
Resetting the NECK-PRO head restraints
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requires a lot of strength. If you have difficulty
resetting the NECK-PRO head restraints, have
this work carried out at a qualified specialist
workshop.
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NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
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the engine is switched off and the fuel supply
is cut off
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vehicles with mbrace: automatic emergency
call
Children in the vehicle
Safety
Do not insert your finger between the cushion of
the head restraint and the cover. Pay particular
attention while resetting the NECK-PRO luxury
head restraints.
X
Remove resetting tool : from the vehicle
document wallet.
X
Slide resetting tool : into guide ; between
the NECK-PRO luxury head restraint and the
rear cover of the head restraint.
X
Push resetting tool : downwards until you
hear the head restraint deployment mechanism engage.
X
Pull out resetting tool :.
X
With your hand flat, firmly push the NECKPRO luxury head restraint cushion backwards
in the direction of arrow = until it engages.
X
Repeat this procedure for the second NECKPRO luxury head restraint.
X
Put resetting tool : back into the vehicle
document wallet.
If you have difficulty resetting the NECK-
i
PRO luxury head restraints, have this work
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
Automatic measures after an accident
Immediately after an accident, the following
measures are implemented, depending on the
type and severity of the impact:
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the hazard warning lamps are activated
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the emergency lighting is activated
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the vehicle doors are unlocked
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the front side windows are lowered
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the electrically adjustable steering wheel is
raised
Important safety notes
Accident statistics show that children secured
in the rear seats are safer than children secured
in the front seats. For this reason, MercedesBenz strongly advises that you install a child
restraint system on a rear seat. Children are
generally better protected there.
If a child younger than twelve years and under
5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle:
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always secure this child in a restraint system
approved for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The
child restraint system must be appropriate to
the age, weight and size of the child.
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be sure to observe the instructions and safety
notes in this section in addition to the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
WARNING
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If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for example:
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release the parking brake.
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shift the automatic transmission out of the
parking position P.
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start the engine.
In addition, they may operate vehicle equipment and become trapped. There is a risk of
an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
WARNING
G
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
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WARNING
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If the child restraint system is subjected to
direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Children may burn themselves on these parts,
particularly on the metal parts of the child
restraint system. There is a risk of injury.
If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with
you, always ensure that the child restraint
system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Protect it with a blanket, for example. If the child
restraint system has been exposed to direct
sunlight, let it cool down before securing the
child in it. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
Always make sure that all vehicle occupants are
positioned properly in their seats and have correctly fastened their seat belts. Take particular
care with children.
Please take note of the safety notes on seat
belts (
Y page 36) and the notes on their correct
Y page 37).
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A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
41 lbs (18 kg) until they reach a height where a
lap/shoulder belt fits properly without a booster
seat.
Special seat belt retractor
WARNING
G
If the seat belt is released while driving, the
child restraint system will no longer be
secured properly. The special seat belt retractor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a
portion of the seat belt. The seat belt cannot
be immediately refastened. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Reactivate
the special seat belt retractor and secure the
child restraint system properly.
All seat belts in the vehicle, except the driver's
seat belt, are equipped with a special seat belt
retractor. When activated, the special seat belt
retractor ensures that the seat belt cannot
slacken once the child seat is secured.
Installing a child restraint system:
X
Make sure you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instructions.
X
Pull the seat belt smoothly out of the belt sash
guide.
X
Engage seat belt tongue in belt buckle.
Activating the special seat belt retractor:
X
Pull the seat belt out fully and let the inertia
reel retract it again.
While the seat belt is retracting, you should
hear a ratcheting sound. The special seat belt
retractor is enabled.
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Push the child restraint system down so that
the seat belt is tight and does not loosen.
Removing the child restraint system and deactivating the special seat belt retractor:
X
Make sure you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instructions.
X
Press the release button of the seat belt
buckle and route the seat belt tongue back
towards the belt sash guide.
The special seat belt retractor is deactivated.
Child restraint system
The use of seat belts and infant and child
restraint systems is required by law in:
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all 50 states
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the U.S. territories
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the District of Columbia
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all Canadian provinces
You can obtain further information about the
correct child restraint system from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
WARNING
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If the child restraint system is installed incorrectly on a suitable seat, it cannot protect as
intended. The child cannot then be restrained
in the event of an accident, heavy braking or
sudden changes of direction. There is an
increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Make sure that you observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation instructions and the notes on use. Please ensure,
that the base of the child restraint system is
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always resting completely on the seat cushion. Never place objects, e.g. cushions, under
or behind the child restraint system. Only use
child restraint systems with the original cover
designed for them. Only replace damaged
covers with genuine covers.
WARNING
G
Safety
If the child restraint system is installed incorrectly or is not secured, it can come loose in
the event of an accident, heavy braking or a
sudden change in direction. The child
restraint system could be thrown about, striking vehicle occupants. There is an increased
risk of injury, possibly even fatal.
Always install child restraint systems properly, even if they are not being used. Make
sure that you observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
You will find further information on stowing
objects, luggage and loads securely under
"Loading guidelines" (
WARNING
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Child restraint systems or their securing systems which have been damaged or subjected
to a load in an accident can no longer protect
as intended. The child cannot then be
restrained in the event of an accident, heavy
braking or sudden changes of direction. There
is an increased risk of injury, possibly even
fatal.
Replace child restraint systems which have
been damaged or subjected to a load in an
accident as soon as possible. Have the securing systems on the child restraint system
checked at a qualified specialist workshop,
before you install a child restraint system
again.
Securing systems for child restraint systems
include:
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the seat belt system
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the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings
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Top Tether anchorage points
If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child
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on the front-passenger seat, be sure to
Y page 214).
observe the instructions on "Child restraint
systems on the front-passenger seat"
Y page 51). This includes information on
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deactivating the front-passenger air bag.
All child restraint systems must meet the following standards:
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U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
213 and 225
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Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
213 and 210.2
A statement by the child restraint manufacturer
of compliance with these standards can be
found on the instruct
restraint system. You will also find the statement in the instruction manualprovided with the
child restraint system.
Observe the warning labels in the vehicle interior and on the child restraint system.
ion label on t
he child
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing system
WARNING
G
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems
do not offer sufficient protective effect for
children whose weight is greater than 48 lbs
(22 kg) who are secured using the safety belt
integrated in the child restraint system. In the
event of an accident, a child might not be
restrained correctly. This poses an increased
risk of injury or even fatal injury.
If the child weighs more than 48 lbs (22 kg),
only use LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint
systems with which the child is also secured
with the vehicle seat belt. Also secure the
child restraint system with the Top Tether
belt, if available.
Always comply with the manufacturer's installation and operating instructions for the child
restraint system used.
Before every trip, make sure that the LATCHtype (ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged
correctly in both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing
rings
When installing the child restraint system,
!
make sure that the seat belt for the middle
seat does not get trapped. The seat belt could
otherwise be damaged.
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LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings
X
Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint
system on both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing
rings :.
ISOFIX is a standardized securing system for
specially designed child restraint systems on
the rear seats. LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing
rings : for two LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
restraint systems are installed on the left and
right rear seats.
Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may also
be used and can be installed using the vehicle's
seat belt system. Install the child seat according
to the manufacturer's instructions.
Children in the vehicle
an accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Always lock the rear seats and rear seat
backrests after installing a Top Tether belt.
Observe the lock verification indicator. Adjust
the rear seat backrests so that they are in an
upright position.
Top Tether anchorages
Top Tether anchorages ; are on the cargo
compartment floor.
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Top Tether
Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connection
between the child restraint system secured with
a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat mount and the
vehicle. This helps reduce the risk of injury even
further. If the child restraint system is equipped
with a Top Tether belt, this should always be
used.
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If the rear seats or the rear seat backrests are
not locked, they could fold forwards in the
event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden
changes of direction. As a result, child
restraint systems cannot perform their intended protective function. Rear seats and rear
seat backrests that are not locked can also
cause additional injuries, e.g. in the event of
X
Remove cargo compartment cover
Y page 219).
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X
Move the head restraint upwards.
X
Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint
system with Top Tether. Always comply with
the child restraint system manufacturer's
installation instructions when doing so.
X
Route Top Tether belt = under the head
restraint between the two head restraint bars.
X
Hook Top Tether hook : of Top Tether belt
= into Top Tether anchorage ;.
Make sure that Top Tether belt B is not twisted.
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X
Tension Top Tether belt =. Always comply
with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.
X
Move head restraint back down again slightly
if necessary (
Y page 75). Make sure that
you do not interfere withthe correct routing of
Top Tether belt =.
Safety
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system
The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system's
sensor system in the front-passenger seat
detects whether a special Mercedes-Benz child
restraint system with a transponder for the
BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system has
been installed. In this case, the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up and remains
lit. The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated.
When the SmartKey is removed from the ignition
lock or is in position 0, the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp is not lit.
i If the front-passenger front air bag is deac-
tivated by the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system, the following remain enabled on
the front-passenger side:
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the side impact air bag
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the pelvis air bag
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the window curtain air bag
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the Emergency Tensioning Device
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a child restraint system
on the front-passenger seat and the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is
off, the front-passenger front air bag can
deploy in the event of an accident. The child
could be struck by the air bag. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that the front-passenger front air
bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
intended protective function. A person in the
front-passenger seat could then, for example,
come into contact with the vehicle's interior,
especially if the person is sitting too close to
the dashboard.This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
In this case the front-passenger seat may not
be used. You may only transport a child on the
front-passenger seat if they are seated in a
suitable rearward or forward-facing child
restraint system. Always observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a forward-facing child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat
and you position the front-passenger seat too
close to the dashboard, in the event of an
accident, the child could:
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come into contact with the vehicle's interior if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit, for example
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be struck by the air bag if the PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off
This poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Move the front-passenger seat as far back as
possible. Always make sure that the shoulder
belt strap is correctly routed from the vehicle
belt sash guide to the shoulder belt guide on
the child restraint system. The shoulder belt
strap must be routed forwards and downwards from the belt sash guide. If necessary,
adjust the belt sash guide and the frontpassenger seat accordingly. Always observe
the information about suitable positioning of
the child restraint system in this Operator's
Manual as well as the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation instructions.
WARNING
G
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated. It will not be deployed in the
event of an accident and cannot perform its
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front-passenger front air bag both before and
during the journey.
Child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat
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PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp :
shows you whether the front-passenger front air
bag is deactivated.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.
The system carries out self-diagnostics.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
must light up for approximately six seconds.
If, after the system self-test, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp:
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is lit: the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated. It will then not be deployed in the
event of an accident.
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is not lit, the sensor system did not detect a
child restraint system with transponder for
the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system.
If, in the event of an accident, all deployment
criteria are met, the front-passenger front air
bag is deployed.
WARNING
G
Electronic devices on the front-passenger
seat can affect the function of the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system, for
example:
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Laptop
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Mobile phone
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Transponder cards such as ski passes or
access passes
The front-passenger air bag could deploy accidentally or not function as intended during an
accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Do not place any of the devices mentioned
above or similar devices on the frontpassenger seat. Be aware of the status of the
General notes
Accident statistics show that children secured
in the rear seats are safer than children secured
in the front-passenger seat. For this reason,
Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install
the child restraint system on a rear seat.
If it is absolutely necessary to install a child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat,
always observe the information on the "BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system"
Y page 50).
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You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as
a result of:
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a child restraint system that is not detected
by the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system sensor system
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the unintentional deactivation of the frontpassenger front air bag
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the unsuitable positioning of the child
restraint system, e.g. too close to the dashboard
Rearward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to install a rearwardfacing child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat, always make sure that the
front-passenger front air bag is deactivated.
Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is permanently lit (
Y page 35) is the front-
passenger front air bag deactivated.
Always observe the child restraint system man-
ufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
Forward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to install a forwardfacing child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat, always move the frontpassenger seat as far back as possible. The
entire base of the child restraint system must
always rest on the seat cushion of the frontpassenger seat. The backrest of the child
restraint system must lie as flat as possible
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against the backrest of the front-passenger
seat. The child restraint system must not touch
the roof or be subjected to a load by the head
restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest
and the head restraint position accordingly.
Always make sure that the shoulder belt strap is
correctly routed from the vehicle belt sash guide
to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint
system. The shoulder belt strap must be routed
forwards and downwards from the vehicle belt
Safety
sash guide. If necessary, adjust the belt sash
guide and the front-passenger seat accordingly.
Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
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Problem
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
on the center console is
lit.
The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights
up and/or the
PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF indicator lamp does
not light up briefly when
you switch the ignition
on.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
A special Mercedes-Benz child restraint system with a transponder for
the BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system has been installed on the
front-passenger seat. The front-passenger air bag has therefore been
deactivated as desired.
WARNING
G
There is no child restraint system installed on the front-passenger
seat. The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system is malfunctioning,
for example due to electronic devices on the front-passenger seat.
There is a risk of injury.
X
Remove electronic equipment from the front-passenger seat, for
example:
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Laptop
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Mobile phone
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Card with a transponder, such as a ski pass or access pass
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the frontpassenger seat may not be used.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
The BabySmart™ air bag deactivation system is malfunctioning.
Do not install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat.
It is recommended that you install the child restraint system on a
suitable rear seat.
X
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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Please also refer to the notes about the restraint system warning
Y page 209).
lamp (
Safety
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When children ride on the vehicle's rear seats,
activate the override switch. Otherwise, the
children could be injured, e.g. by trapping
themselves in the rear side window.
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WARNING
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When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, even if they are secured in a child restraint
system, orwith access to an unlocked vehicle.
A child's unsupervised access to a vehicle
Safety
could result in an accident and/or serious
personal injury. The children could:
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injure themselves on parts of the vehicle
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be seriously or fatally injured through
excessive exposure to extreme heat or cold
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injure themselvesor cause an accident with
vehicle equipment that can be operated
even if the SmartKey is removed from the
ignition lock or removed from the vehicle,
such as seat adjustment, steering wheel
adjustment, or the memory function
If children open a door, they could injure other
persons or get out of the vehicle and injure
themselves or be injured by following traffic.
Do not expose the child restraint system to
direct sunlight. The child restraint system's
metal parts, for example, could become very
hot, and the child could be burned on these
parts.
X
To activate: press the child-proof lock lever
down in the direction of arrow ;.
X
Make sure that the child-proof locks are working properly.
X
To deactivate: press the child-proof lock
lever up in the direction of arrow :.
Override feature for the rear side windows
WARNING
G
When children ride on the vehicle's rear seats,
activate the override switch. Otherwise, the
children could be injured, e.g. by trapping
themselves in the rear side window.
Child-proof locks for the rear doors
WARNING
G
Children could open a rear door from inside
the vehicle. This could result in serious injuries or an accident. Therefore, when children
ride in the rear always secure the rear doors
with the child-proof locks.
You secure each door individually with the childproof locks on the rear doors. A door secured
with a child-proof lock cannot be opened from
inside the vehicle. When the vehicle is unlocked,
the door can be opened from the outside.
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To activate/deactivate: press button :.
If indicator lamp ; is lit, operation of the rear
side windows is disabled. Operation is only
possible using the switches in the driver's
door. If indicator lamp ; is off, operation is
possible using the switches in the rear compartment.
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Pets in the vehicle
WARNING
G
If you leave animals unattended or unsecured
in the vehicle, they could press buttons or
switches, for example.
As a result, they could:
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activate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
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activate or deactivate systems, thereby
endangering other road users
Unsecured animals could also be flung around
the vehicle in the event of an accident or sudden steering or braking, thereby injuring vehicle occupants. There is a risk of an accident
and injury.
Never leave animals unattended in the vehicle. Always secure animals properly during
the journey, e.g. use a suitable animal transport box.
Driving safety systems
Overview of driving safety systems
In this section, you will find information about
the following driving safety systems:
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
(
Y page 55)
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BAS (Brake Assist System) (Y page 56)
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Adaptive brake lights (Y page 56)
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ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
(
Y page 57)
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EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
(
Y page 58)
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ADAPTIVE BRAKE (Y page 59)
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Trailer stabilization
Important safety notes
WARNING
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The ABS, the BAS, and the ESP
when the differential locks are switched on.
When the ABS, the BAS, and the ESP
switched off
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wheels may lock during hard braking
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steering capabilities are reduced
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braking distance is increased
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vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is increased
Make sure the differential locks are switched
on at all times except when driving off-road for
example. Switch on the differential locks
immediately when returning from off-road
driving.
If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are
inattentive, the driving safety systems can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override
the laws of physics. Driving safety systems are
merely aids designed to assist driving. You are
responsible for the distance to the vehicle in
front, for vehicle speed and for braking in good
time. Always adapt your driving style to suit the
prevailing road and weather conditions and
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in
front. Drive carefully.
Please note that the driving safety systems
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described only work as effectively as possible
if there is adequate contact between the tires
and the road surface. Pay particular attention
to the information regarding tires, recommended minimum tire tread depths etc. in the
"Wheels and tires" section (
In wintry driving conditions, always use winter
tires (M+S tires) and if necessary, snow
chains. Only in this way will the driving safety
systems described in this section work as
effectively as possible.
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switch off
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are
Y page 262).
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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
Y page 55).
tion (
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WARNING
G
If the ABS malfunctions, other driving systems
such as the BAS or the ESP
off. Observe indicator and warning lamps that
may come on as well as messages in the multifunction display that may appear.
If the ABS malfunctions, the wheels may lock
during hard braking, reducing the steering
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capability and extending the brakingdistance.
WARNING
G
If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when
braking. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely impaired. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that
the wheels do not lock when you brake. This
allows you to continue steering the vehicle when
braking.
Provided that the differential locks are not
active, ABS works from a speed of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) upwards, regardless of
road-surface conditions. ABS works on slippery
surfaces, even if you only brake gently.
The yellow ! ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is
switched on. It goes out when the engine is running.
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are also switched
Off-road ABS
An ESP®system specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically once the offroad program is activated.
At speeds below 37 mph (60 km/h), the front
wheels lock cyclically during braking. The digging-in effect achieved in the process reduces
the stopping distance on off-road terrain. This
limits steering capability.
BAS (Brake Assist System)
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
Y page 55).
tion (
WARNING
G
If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance
in an emergency braking situation is
increased. There is a risk of an accident.
In an emergency braking situation, depress
the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents
the wheels from locking.
BAS operates in emergency braking situations.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS
automatically boosts the braking force, thus
shortening the stopping distance.
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Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until
the emergency braking situation is over.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will function as usual once you
release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.
Braking
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsing in the brake pedal.
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If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal vigorously until the braking situation is over.
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To make a full brake application: depress
the brake pedal with full force.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication
of hazardous road conditions, and functions as a
reminder to take extra care while driving.
Adaptive brake lights
If you brake sharply from a speed of more than
30 mph (50 km/h) or if braking is assisted by
BAS, the brake lamps flash rapidly. In this way,
traffic traveling behind you is warned in an even
more noticeable manner.
If you brake sharply from a speed of more than
45 mph (70 km/h) to a standstill, the hazard
warning lamps are activated automatically. If
the brakes are applied again, the brake lamps
light up continuously. The hazard warning lamps
are deactivated automatically if you drive faster
than 6 mph (10 km/h). You can also switch off
the hazard warning lamps using the hazard
warning button (
Y page 89).
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ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
Y page 55).
tion (
WARNING
G
®
If ESP
is malfunctioning, ESP®is unable to
stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. This
increases the risk of skidding and an accident.
Drive on carefully. Have ESP
qualified specialist workshop.
Only operate the vehicle for a maximum of
!
ten seconds on a brake test dynamometer.
Switch off the ignition.
Application of the brakes by ESP
erwise destroy the brake system.
A function or performance test should only
!
be carried out on a two-axle dynamometer.
Before you operate the vehicle on such a
dynamometer, please consult a qualified
workshop. You could otherwise damage the
drive train or the brake system.
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monitors the driving stability and the trac-
ESP
tion. Traction is the power transmission
between the tires and the road surface.
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is deactivated if the å warning lamp in
ESP
the instrument cluster lights up continuously
when the engine is running.
If the ÷ warning lamp and the å warning
lamp are lit continuously, ESP
due to a malfunction.
Observe the information on warning lamps
Y page 207) and display messages which may
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be displayed in the instrument cluster
Y page 185).
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If ESP
detects that the vehicle is deviating from
the direction desired by the driver, one or more
wheels are braked to stabilize the vehicle. If
necessary, the engine output is also modified to
keep the vehicle on the desired course within
physical limits. ESP
®
pulling away on wet or slippery roads. ESP
also stabilize the vehicle during braking.
®
intervenes, the ÷ warning lamp
If ESP
flashes in the instrument cluster.
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checked at a
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may oth-
®
is not available
assists the driver when
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can
Driving safety systems
®
If ESP
intervenes:
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Do not deactivate ESP®under any circumstances.
X
Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as
necessary when pulling away.
X
Adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing
road and weather conditions.
Only use wheels with the recommended tire
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sizes. Only then will ESP
If differential locks are switched on, ABS,
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BAS and ESP
®
switch off automatically.
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Traction control remains active, even if you
deactivate ESP
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If appropriate for the driving conditions,
engage the LOW RANGE off-road gear
Y page 162).
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Traction control is part of ESP
Traction control brakes the drive wheels indi-
vidually if they spin. This enables you to pull
away and accelerate on slippery surfaces, for
example if the road surface is slippery on one
side. In addition, more drive torque is transferred to the wheel or wheels with traction.
Traction control remains active, even if you
deactivate ESP
Traction control is no longer active above a
speed of approximately 37 mph (60 km/h).
Traction control brakes the drive wheels individually if they spin. This enables you to pull
away and accelerate on slippery surfaces, for
example if the road surface is slippery on one
side. In addition, more drive torque is transferred to the wheel or wheels with traction.
®
.
®
.
Deactivating/activating ESP
WARNING
G
If you deactivate ESP
bilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk
of skidding and an accident.
Only deactivate ESP
bed in the following.
Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an
!
extended period with ESP
could otherwise damage the drivetrain.
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function properly.
®
.
®
®
, ESP®no longer sta-
®
in the situations descri-
®
deactivated. You
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Safety
X
To deactivate: press button : until the
å warning lamp lights up in the instrument
cluster.
X
To activate: press button : until the å
warning lamp goes out in the instrument cluster.
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ESP
is activatedautomatically when the engine
is started.
Vehicles with the ECO start/stop func-
i
tion: the ECO start/stop function automatically switches the engine off when the vehicle
comes to a stop. The engine starts automatically when the driver wants to pull away again.
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remains in its previously selected sta-
ESP
tus. For example, if ESP
before the engine was switched off, ESP
remains deactivated when the engine is
switched on again.
It may be best to deactivate ESP
ing situations:
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when using snow chains
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in deep snow
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on sand or gravel
If you deactivate ESP
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ESP®no longer improves driving stability.
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the engine's torque is no longer limited and
the drive wheels can spin. The spinning of the
wheels results in a cutting action, which provides better grip.
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traction control is still activated.
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ESP®still provides support when you brake.
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and are driving at above 37 mph (60 km/h)
(on AMG vehicles above 62 mph (100 km/h)),
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still intervenes when one wheel reaches
ESP
its grip limit even though it is deactivated.
If ESP®is deactivated and one or more
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wheels start to spin, the ÷ warning lamp in
®
was deactivated
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:
®
in the follow-
the instrument cluster flashes. In such situations, ESP
If ESP®is deactivated, it is reactivated auto-
i
®
will not stabilize the vehicle.
matically if you are driving at above 37 mph
(60 km/h) (on AMG vehicles above 62 mph
(100 km/h)) or you exceed a certain lateral
acceleration.
Trailer stabilization
WARNING
G
If road and weather conditions are poor,
trailer stabilization will not be able to prevent
the vehicle/trailer combination from swerving. Trailers with a high center of gravity can
tip over before ESP
®
can detect this. There is
a risk of an accident.
Always adapt your driving style to the prevailing road and weather conditions.
Trailer stabilization does not work if ESP
deactivated because of a malfunction.
If your vehicle with trailer (vehicle/trailer combination) begins to lurch, you can only stabilize
the vehicle/trailer combination by depressing
the brake firmly.
®
In this situation, ESP
detect if the vehicle/trailer combination begins
to lurch. ESP
®
assists you and can
®
slows the vehicle down by braking and limiting the engine output until the vehicle/trailer combination has stabilized.
Trailer stabilization is active above speeds of
about 37 mph (60 km/h).
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
Y page 55).
tion (
WARNING
G
If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can
lock, e.g.under full braking. This increases the
risk of skidding and an accident.
You should therefore adapt your driving style
to the different handling characteristics. Have
the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
®
is
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Theft deterrent locking system
59
Observe information regarding indicator and
warning lamps (
messages (
Y page 206) as well as display
Y page 186).
EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure
on the rear wheels to improve driving stability
while braking.
ADAPTIVE BRAKE
ADAPTIVE BRAKE provides increased braking
safety. In addition to the braking function,
ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has the HOLD function
Y page 157) and hill start assist (Y page 114).
(
Theft deterrent locking system
Immobilizer
X
To activate: remove the SmartKey from the
ignition lock.
X
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. The
engine can be started by anyone with a valid
SmartKey that is left inside the vehicle.
The immobilizer is always deactivated when
i
you start the engine.
In the event that the engine cannot be started
when the starter battery is fully charged, the
immobilizer may be faulty. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
X
To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system
is armed after approximately 15 seconds.
X
To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey.
If you then do not open a side door or the
i
rear door, the alarm system switches back on
again after approximately 40 seconds.
X
To stop the alarm: insert the SmartKey into
the ignition lock.
The alarm is switched off.
or
X
Press the % or & button on the SmartKey.
The alarm is switched off.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
R
a door
R
a door using the mechanical key
R
the rear door
R
the hood
The alarm is also triggered if:
R
the position of the vehicle is changed.
R
a window is smashed.
The alarm is not switched off, even if you close
the open door that triggered it, for example.
i If the alarm stays on for more than
30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call system (USA only) or Tele Aid system (Canada
only) initiates a call to the Customer Assistance Center automatically. The mbrace
emergency call system initiates the call if:
R
you have subscribed to the Tele Aid service.
R
the Tele Aid service has been activated
properly.
R
the required mobile phone, power supply
and GPS are available.
Safety
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SmartKey
Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes allmodels
i
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note
that your vehicle may not be equipped with all
features described. This also applies to
safety-related systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
i
workshops: (
Y page 23).
SmartKey
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Opening and closing
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
R
open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
R
get out and disrupt traffic.
R
operate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake.
R
shift the automatic transmission out of park
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral.
R
start the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
WARNING
G
If persons, particularly children are subjected
to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or
cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even
fatal. Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
WARNING
G
If you attach heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey, the SmartKey could be unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This could
cause the engine to be switched off. There is a
risk of an accident.
Do notattach any heavy or large objects to the
SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before
inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
SmartKey functions
:
& To lock the vehicle
;
% Unlocks the vehicle
X
To unlock centrally: press the % button.
If you do not open the vehicle within approx-
imately 40 seconds of unlocking:
R
the vehicle is locked again.
R
anti-theft protection is reactivated.
X
To lock centrally: press the & button.
The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:
R
the doors
R
the rear door
R
the fuel filler flap
The turn signals flash once when unlocking
i
and three times when locking.
You can also set an audible signal to confirm
that the vehicle has been locked. The audible
signal can be activated and deactivated using
the on-board computer (
When it is dark, the surround lighting also comes
on if it is activated in the on-board computer
Y page 179).
(
Y page 180).
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Changing the settings of the locking
system
You can change the setting of the locking system in such a way that only the driver's door and
the fuel filler flap are unlocked. This is useful if
you frequently travel on your own.
If the setting of the locking system is
i
changed withinthe signal range of the vehicle,
pressing the & or % button locks or
unlocks the vehicle.
X
To change the setting: press and hold down
the % and & buttons simultaneously
for approximately six seconds until battery
check lamp : flashes twice.
The SmartKey now functions as follows:
To unlock the driver's door and fuel filler
X
flap: press the % button once.
X
To unlock centrally: press the % button
twice.
X
To lock centrally: press the & button.
Restoring the factory settings
SmartKey
X
Press the % and & buttons simultaneously for approximately six seconds until battery check lamp : flashes twice.
Mechanical key
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the
SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door or the rear door, the antitheft alarm system will be triggered (
X
To end the alarm: insert the SmartKey into
the ignition lock.
Removing the mechanical key
:
Release catch
;
Mechanical key
X
Push release catch : in the direction of the
arrow and at the same time remove mechanical key ; from the SmartKey.
Y page 59).
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Opening and closing
SmartKey battery
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substances. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in
severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal
injury.
Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If
a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention
immediately.
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SmartKey
62
The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate
material, which may require special handling
and regard for the environment. Check your
national disposal guidelines. In California, see
www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/
Perchlorate/index.cfm.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the
batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
Checking the battery
Opening and closing
X
Press the & or % button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp : lights up briefly.
If battery check lamp : does not light up
during the test, the battery is discharged.
X
Change the battery (Y page 62).
:
Battery compartment cover
;
Mechanical key
X
Press mechanical key ; into the opening in
the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow
until battery tray cover : opens. Do not hold
the cover closed while doing so.
X
Remove battery tray cover :.
You can obtain a battery at any qualified
i
specialist workshop.
Have the batteries replaced at a qualified
i
specialist workshop.
i If the SmartKey battery is checked within
the signal reception range of the vehicle,
pressing the & or % button:
R
locks or
R
unlocks the vehicle
Replacing the battery
You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey
Y page 61).
(
=
Battery
X
Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your
palm until battery = falls out.
X
Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to
do so.
X
Make sure that the surface of the battery is
free from lint, grease and all other forms of
contamination.
X
Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover :
and then press to close it.
X
Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
X
Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on
the vehicle.
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Problems with the SmartKey
SmartKey
63
Problem
You cannot lock or
unlock the vehicle using
the SmartKey.
You have lost a SmartKey.
You have lost the
mechanical key.
The engine cannot be
started using the SmartKey.
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door handle from a
distance of approximately 1.5 ft (50 cm) and try to unlockor lock the
vehicle again.
If this does not work:
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 62) and replace it if necessary
Y page 62).
(
X
Unlock (Y page 66) or lock (Y page 66) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
The SmartKey is faulty.
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 66).
X
Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
X
Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.
X
If necessary, have the locks changed as well.
The SmartKey has been in position 0 (Y page 112) for a considerable
time.
X
Remove the SmartKey and reinsert it into the ignition lock.
X
Start the engine.
The on-board voltage is too low.
X
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to turn the SmartKey again.
If this does not work:
X
Check the battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 252).
or
X
Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 254).
or
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Opening and closing
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Doors
Doors
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system, and do not give them access
to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. They could:
R
injure themselves on vehicle parts
R
be seriously or fatally injured by extreme
heat or cold
R
injure themselves or have an accident with
Opening and closing
vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartKey has been
removed from the ignition, such as the seat
adjustment, steering wheel adjustment or
memory function.
If children open a door, they could cause
severe or even fatal injury to other persons; if
they get out of the vehicle, they could injure
themselves when doing so or be seriously or
even fatally injured by any passing traffic.
Do not expose the child restraint system to
direct sunlight. The child restraint system's
metal parts, for example, could become very
hot, and
parts.
ld could be burned on these
a chi
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
R
open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
R
get out and disrupt traffic.
R
operate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake.
R
shift theautomatic transmission out of park
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral.
R
start the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
Unlocking and opening doors from
the inside
If the vehicle has previously been locked with
the SmartKey, opening a door from the inside
will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch
off the alarm (
Only open the door when the traffic situation
permits.
Y page 59).
WARNING
G
Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the
passenger compartment or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place.
Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo
increases a child's risk of injury in the event of
R
strong braking maneuvers
R
sudden changes of direction
R
an accident
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X
Front doors: pull door handle ;.
If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up.
The door is unlocked and can be opened.
X
Rear compartment doors: pull handle :
up.
The door is unlocked.
X
Pull door handle ;.
Centrally locking and unlocking the
vehicle from the inside
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle,
they could:
R
open the doors, thus endangering other
people or road users.
R
get out and disrupt traffic.
R
operate the vehicle's equipment.
Additionally, children could set the vehicle in
motion if, for example, they:
R
release the parking brake.
R
shift the automatic transmission out of park
position P or shift manual transmission into
neutral.
R
start the engine.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children or animals unattended in the
vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of
reach of children.
Doors
X
To unlock: press button :.
X
To lock: press button ;.
If all the doors are closed, the vehicle locks.
You can open a front door from inside the vehicle evenif it has been locked. Only open the door
when the traffic situation permits.
If the vehicle has been locked with the central
locking button:
R
and the SmartKey is restored to the factory
settings, the entire vehicle is unlocked if a
front door is opened from inside the vehicle.
R
and the SmartKey is set to an individual setting, only the front door that is opened from
inside the vehicle is unlocked.
If the vehicle has been locked centrally with the
SmartKey, it does not unlock if you use the central locking button.
You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from
i
the inside if the vehicle has been locked from
the outside using the SmartKey.
It is only possible to lock the vehicle cen-
i
trally if all doors are closed.
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Opening and closing
You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from
the inside.
The central locking button does not lock or
unlock the fuel filler flap.
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Doors
66
Automatic locking feature
:
To deactivate
;
To activate
X
To deactivate: press and hold button : for
about five seconds until a tone sounds.
X
To activate: press and hold button ; for
about five seconds until a tone sounds.
Opening and closing
If you press one of the two buttons and do
i
not hear a tone, the relevant setting has
already been selected.
The vehicle is locked automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the vehicle's wheels
are moving at a speed in excess of 9 mph
(15 km/h).
You could therefore be locked out if:
R
the vehicle is being pushed.
R
the vehicle is being towed.
R
the vehicle is being tested on a dynamometer.
You can also switch the automatic locking function on and off using the on-board computer
Y page 180).
(
X
Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the
driver's door as far as it will go.
X
Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise
to position 1.
The door is unlocked.
X
Turn the mechanical key back and remove it.
X
Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
Locking the vehicle
If the vehicle can no longer be centrally locked
with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
X
Close the front-passenger door, the rear
doors and the tailgate.
X
Press the locking button (Y page 65).
X
Make sure that the locking knobs on the
doors are still visible. Press down the locking
knobs by hand, if necessary.
X
Close the driver's door from the outside.
Unlocking the driver's door (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be centrally
unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered (
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey
Y page 61).
(
Y page 59).
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey
Y page 61).
(
X
Insert the mechanical key into the lock of the
driver's door as far as it will go.
X
Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far as it
will go to position 1.
X
Turn the mechanical key back and remove it.
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X
Make sure that the doors and the tailgate are
locked.
X
Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey.
If you lock the vehicle as described above,
i
the fuel filler flap is not locked. The anti-theft
alarm system is not armed.
Rear door
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When leaving the vehicle, always remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock. Always take
the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Do not leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle, even if they are secured in a child
restraint system, and do not give them access
to an unlocked vehicle. A child's unsupervised
access to a vehicle could result in an accident
and/or serious personal injury. They could:
R
injure themselves on vehicle parts
R
be seriously or fatally injured by extreme
heat or cold
R
injure themselves or have an accident with
vehicle equipment that may still be in operation even after the SmartKey has been
removed from the ignition, such as the seat
adjustment, steering wheel adjustment or
memory function.
If children open a door, they could cause
severe or even fatal injury to other persons; if
they get out of the vehicle, they could injure
themselves when doing so or be seriously or
even fatally injured by any passing traffic.
Do not expose the child restraint system to
direct sunlight. The child restraint system's
metal parts, for example, could become very
hot, and a child could be burned on these
parts.
WARNING
G
Do not carry heavy or hard objects in the
passenger compartment or cargo compartment unless they are firmly secured in place.
Rear door
Unsecured or improperly positioned cargo
increases a child's risk of injury in the event of
R
strong braking maneuvers
R
sudden changes of direction
R
an accident
WARNING
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear
door is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the rear
door. Never drive with the rear door open.
The tailgate swings out to the side when
!
opened. Therefore, make sure that there is
sufficient clearance.
Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo
i
compartment. Otherwise, you could lock
yourself out.
Opening
You can only open the rear door after unlocking
it first.
X
Press the % button on the SmartKey.
X
Press release button : and pull door handle ;.
X
Open the rear door.
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Opening and closing
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Side windows
68
Closing
X
Push the rear door closed from outside the
vehicle.
X
If necessary, lock the vehicle with the &
button on the SmartKey.
Side windows
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
While closing the side windows, body parts in
the closing area could become trapped. There
is a risk of injury.
When closing make sure that no parts of the
body are in the closing area. If somebody
becomes trapped, release the switch or press
Opening and closing
the switch to open the side window again.
WARNING
G
While opening the side windows, body parts
could become trapped between the side window and the door frame as the side window
moves. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody touches the side window during the opening procedure. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or
pull the switch to close the side window again.
Opening and closing the side windows
The switches for all side windows are located on
the driver's door. There is also a switch on each
door for the corresponding side window.
The switches on the driver's door take precedence.
The side windows cannot be operated from the
rear when the override feature for the side windows is activated (
Y page 54).
:
Front left
;
Front right
=
Rear right
?
Rear left
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition.
X
To open: press the corresponding switch.
X
To close: pull the corresponding switch.
X
To open automatically: press the corresponding switch briefly beyond the point of
resistance.
The side window opens completely.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press or
pull the corresponding switch again.
You can continue to operate the side win-
i
dows after you switch off the engine or
remove the SmartKey. This function is available for up to five minutes or until the driver's
or front-passenger door is opened.
The side windows cannot be operated from
i
the rear when the override feature for the side
windows is activated (
Y page 54).
Convenience opening
The convenience opening feature can only
i
be operated using the SmartKey. The SmartKey must be close to the driver's door handle.
You can ventilate the vehicle before you start
driving. To do this, the SmartKey is used to carry
out the following functions simultaneously:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open the side windows
R
open the sliding sunroof
R
switch on the seat ventilation for the driver's
seat and front-passenger seat
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X
Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.
X
Press and hold the % button until the side
windows and the sliding sunroof are in the
desired position.
X
To interrupt convenience opening: release
the % button.
Convenience closing feature
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When the convenience closing feature is operating, parts of the body could become trapped
in the closing area of the side window and the
sliding sunroof. There is a risk of injury.
Observe the complete closing procedure
when the convenience closing feature is operating. Make sure that no body parts are in
close proximity during the closing procedure.
Operation
Sliding sunroof
that nobody can become trapped when closing the side windows.
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
because objects are trapped between the
side window and the door frame.
X
Remove the objects.
X
Close the side window.
Problem: a side window cannot be closed
and you cannot see the cause.
If a side window is obstructed during closing and
reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after the window blocks, pull the
corresponding switch again until the side window has closed.
If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after the window blocks, pull the
corresponding switch again until the side window has closed.
If a side window no longer opens or closes
i
due to a malfunction, contact a qualified specialist workshop.
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Opening and closing
The "convenience closing feature" can only
i
be operated using the key. The SmartKey
must be close to the driver's door handle.
When you lock the vehicle, you can simultaneously:
R
close the side windows
R
close the sliding sunroof
X
Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's
door handle.
X
Press and hold the & button until the side
windows and the sliding sunroof are fully
closed.
X
Make sure that all the side windows and the
sliding sunroof are closed.
X
To interrupt convenience closing: release
the & button.
Problems with the side windows
WARNING
G
Closing the side windows withincreased force
or without the anti-entrapment feature could
lead to serious or even fatal injury. Make sure
Sliding sunroof
Important safety notes
Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of
!
snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may
occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could be
damaged.
If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened
!
or closed as a result of a malfunction, contact
a qualified specialist workshop.
The weather can change abruptly. It could
!
start to rain or snow. Make sure that the sliding sunroof is closed when you leave the vehicle. The vehicle electronics can be damaged if
water enters the vehicle interior.
Resonance noises can occur in addition to
i
the usual airflow noises when the sliding sunroof is open. They are caused by minor pressure fluctuations in the vehicle interior.
Change the position of the sliding sunroof or
open a side window slightly to reduce or eliminate these noises.
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Sliding sunroof
70
Opening and closing the sliding sunroof
Overhead control panel
:
To raise
;
To open
=
To close/lower
Opening and closing
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2
(
Y page 112) in the ignition.
X
Press or pull the ¡ switch in the corresponding direction.
X
To open automatically: press the
¡ switch briefly beyond the point of resistance in the direction of arrow ;.
The sliding sunroof opens completely.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press or
pull the ¡ switch again.
When opening and raising the roof, auto-
i
matic operation is only available if the sliding
sunroof is in the closed position.
X
Open the rear door.
X
Pull offedge protection : from the door pillar
in the direction of arrow ;.
X
Pull away rear panel trim = as far as necessary in the direction of arrow ? until the
electrical connections can be accessed.
X
Disconnect the electrical connections.
X
Remove rear panel trim = completely.
X
Take lug wrench A out of the vehicle tool kit
(
Y page 248).
X
Place lugwrench A onto the hexagonal nut of
the actuator.
X
To open: turn lug wrench A counter-clock-
wise.
X
To close: turn lug wrench A clockwise.
Operating the sliding sunroof manually
The actuator is located in the cargo compartment, on the left-hand side behind the rear wall
trim.
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X
Reconnect the electrical connections.
X
Re-install rear panel trim =.
When doing so, hook lugs B of rear panel
trim = into vehicle side wall C.
X
Re-install edge protection :.
X
Close the rear door.
Problems with the sliding sunroof
WARNING
G
You could be severely or even fatally injured
when closing the sliding sunroof with
increased closing force or if the anti-entrapment feature is deactivated. Make sure that
nobody can become trapped when closing the
sliding sunroof.
Sliding sunroof
71
If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened
!
or closed as a result of a malfunction, contact
a qualified specialist workshop.
Problem: the sunroof cannot be closed and
you cannot see the cause.
If the sliding sunroof is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks,
pull the ¡ switch in the overhead control
panel down to the point of resistance and hold
it until the sliding sunroof is closed.
If the sliding sunroof is obstructed again during
closing and reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after the sliding sunroof blocks,
pull the ¡ switch in the overhead control
panel down to the point of resistance and hold
it until the sliding sunroof is closed.
Opening and closing
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Seats
72
Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes allmodels
i
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note
that your vehicle may not be equipped with all
features described. This also applies to
safety-related systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
i
workshops: (
Y page 23).
Correct driver's seat position
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
:
Steering wheel
;
Seat belts
=
Backrest
X
Observe the safety guidelines on seat adjust-
Y page 72).
ment (
X
Make sure that seat = is adjusted properly.
Electrical seat adjustment (
When adjusting the seat, make sure that:
R
you are as far away from the driver's air bag as
possible
R
you are sitting in a normal upright position
R
you can fasten the seat belt properly
R
you have moved the backrest to an almost
vertical position
Y page 74)
R
you have set the seat cushion angle so that
your thighs are gently supported
R
you can depress the pedals properly
X
Check whether the head restraint is adjusted
properly (
Y page 74).
When doing so, make sure that you have
adjusted the head restraint so that the back of
your head is supported at eye level by the
center of the head restraint.
X
Observe the safety guidelines on steering
wheel adjustment (
X
Make sure that steering wheel : is adjusted
Y page 72).
properly.
Adjusting the steering wheel electrically
Y page 78).
(
When adjusting the steering wheel, make sure
that:
R
you can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent
R
you can move your legs freely
R
you can see all the displays in the instrument
cluster clearly
X
Observe the safety guidelines for seat belts
Y page 36).
(
X
Check whether you have fastened seat
belt ; properly (
Y page 38).
The seat belt should:
R
fit snugly across your body
R
be routed across the middle of your shoulder
R
be routed in your pelvic area across the hip
joints
X
Before starting off, adjust the rear-view mirror
and the exterior mirrors in such a way that you
have a good view of road and traffic condi-
Y page 80).
tions (
X
Vehicles with a memory function: save the
seat, steering wheel and exterior mirror settings with the memory function (
Y page 82).
Seats
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped if they adjust
the seats, particularly when unattended.
There is a risk of injury.
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When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
The seats can still be adjusted when there is no
SmartKey in the ignition lock.
WARNING
G
When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle
occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the
seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one
has any body parts in the sweep of the seat.
Observe the safety notes on "Air bags"
(
Y page 40) and "Children in the vehicle"
Y page 46).
(
WARNING
G
You could lose control of your vehicle if you do
the following while driving:
R
adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
R
fasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt
before starting the engine.
WARNING
G
If the head restraints are not installed or not
adjusted correctly, they cannot provide protection as intended. There is an increased risk
of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the
event of an accident or when braking.
Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for every
vehicle occupant that the center of the head
restraint supports the back of the head at
about eye level.
Make sure that you do not rotate the head
restraints of the front and rear seats when
adjusting the head restraints. Otherwise, you
cannot adjust the height and angle of the head
restraints correctly.
Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as
possible to your head.
Seats
WARNING
G
According to accident statistics, children are
safer when properly restrained on the rear
seats than on the front-passenger seat. Thus,
we strongly recommend that children be
placed in the rear seat whenever possible.
Regardless of seating position, children 12
years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriately sized child
restraint system or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child. For
additional information, see the "Children in
the vehicle" section.
A child's risk of serious or fatal injuries is significantly increased if the child restraints are
not properly secured in the vehicle and/or the
child is not properly secured in the child
restraint.
To avoid damage to the seats and the seat
!
heating, observe the following information:
R
keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If
liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as
soon as possible.
R
if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. The seat heating should also not be used to dry the seats.
R
clean the seat covers as recommended;
see the "Interior care" section.
R
do not transport heavy loads on the seats.
Do not place sharp objects on the seat
cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The
seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.
R
when the seat heating is in operation, do
not cover the seats with insulating materials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers,
child seats or booster seats.
Make sure that there are no objects in the
!
footwell under or behind the seats when moving the seats back. There is a risk that the
seats and/or the objects could be damaged.
When the rear bench seat is folded for-
!
wards, the front seats cannot be moved to
their rearmost position. You could otherwise
damage the seats and the rear bench seat.
Make sure that the sun visor is folded up
!
before adjusting the backrest and head
restraint height. The head restraint and sun
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Seats
visor could otherwise collide when the head
restraint is fully extended.
If the front door is open, the seats can be
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adjusted for up to 30 minutes after the ignition has been switched off.
The rear-compartment head restraints can
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be removed (
For more information, contact a qualified spe-
cialist workshop.
You can find further information about
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enlarging the cargo compartment (folding the
rear bench seat forwards) on (
Y page 75).
Y page 218).
Adjusting the seats electrically
Make sure that the cup holder on the center
!
console is folded down before you move the
front-passenger seat forwards.
Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for every
vehicle occupant that the center of the head
restraint supports the back of the head at
about eye level.
Observe the following when adjusting the head
restraints:
X
Do not rotate the head restraints of the front
and rear seats.
Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and
angle of the head restraints correctly.
X
Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close
as possible to your head.
Adjusting the front seat head restraint
height
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
:
Head restraint height
;
Seat cushion angle
=
Seat height
?
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
A
Backrest angle
You can store the seat settings using the
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memory function (
Adjusting the head restraints
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If head restraints are not installed and adjusted correctly, they cannot provide protection
as intended. There is an increased risk of
injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the
event of an accident or when braking.
Y page 82).
:
Head restraint height
;
Seat cushion angle
=
Seat height
?
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
A
Backrest angle
X
Slide head restraint adjustment button : up
or down in the direction of the arrow.
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Seats
75
Adjusting the luxury head restraints
To adjust the side bolsters of the head
X
restraint: push or pull right and/or left-hand
side bolster : into the desired position.
To adjust the angle of the head restraint:
X
push or pull the head restraint in the direction
of arrow ;.
Resetting the front seat head restraints
It is necessary to reset the front seat head
restraints after the voltage supply has been
interrupted, e.g. if the battery has been completely discharged or disconnected.
X
Make sure that the cup holder on the center
console is folded down (
X
Move the seat as far forward as possible and
the head restraint in as far as possible.
Y page 220).
Observe the following when adjusting the head
restraints:
X
Do not rotate the head restraints of the front
and rear seats.
Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and
angle of the head restraints correctly.
X
Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close
as possible to your head.
Adjusting the rear seat head restraint
height
X
Once the head restraint is fully lowered, press
release catch :.
X
To raise: pull the head restraint up to the
desired position.
X
To lower: press release catch : and push
the head restraint down until it is in the
desired position.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Rear seat head restraints
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If head restraints are not installed and adjusted correctly, they cannot provide protection
as intended. There is an increased risk of
injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the
event of an accident or when braking.
Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for every
vehicle occupant that the center of the head
restraint supports the back of the head at
about eye level.
Installing/removing the rear seat head
restraints
X
To remove: pull the head restraint up to the
stop.
X
Press release catch : and pull the head
restraint out of the guides.
X
To re-install: place the head restraint in the
guides of the backrest.
The notches on the guide rod must be on the
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left-hand side when viewed in the direction of
travel.
X
Push the head restraint down until you hear it
engage in position.
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Seats
Adjusting the multicontour seat
:
To adjust the thigh cushion
;
To adjust the backrest contour in the lumbar
region
=
To adjust the backrest contour in the upper
back region
?
To adjust the side bolsters of the seat backrest
You can adjust the contour of the front seats
individually so as to provide optimum support
for your back and sides.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1
or 2 (
Y page 112) in the ignition lock.
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
You can adjust the contour of the front seat
backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back.
Switching the seat heating on/off
General notes
WARNING
G
Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can
cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to
become very hot. The health of persons with
limited temperature sensitivity or a limited
ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer
burn-like injuries. There is a risk of injury.
Therefore, do not switch the seat heating on
repeatedly.
The red indicator lamps in the button indicate
the heating level you have selected.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2
in the ignition lock.
If the battery voltage is too low, the seat
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heating may switch off.
One or more of the indicator lamps in the seat
heating button are flashing.
Switching the front-seat heating on/off
:
To raise the backrest contour
;
To soften the backrest contour
=
To lower the backrest contour
?
To harden the backrest contour
X
To switch on: press button : repeatedly
until the desired heating level is set.
X
To switch off: press button : repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
The system automatically switches from
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level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight
minutes.
The system automatically switches down
from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten
minutes.
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The system automatically switches off
approximately 35 minutes after it is set to
level 1.
Switching the rear-seat heating on/off
X
To switch on: press button : repeatedly
until the desired heating level is set.
X
To switch off: press button : repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
The system automatically switches from
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level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight
minutes.
The system automatically switches down
from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten
minutes.
The system automatically switches off
approximately 35 minutes after it is set to
level 1.
Problems with the seat heating
If the on-board voltage is too low, the seat heating is switched off automatically.
X
Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window defroster
or interior lighting.
If the on-board voltage is only interrupted
briefly, the seat heating will switch back on
automatically. If the seat heating is not
switched on automatically:
X
Switch on the seat heating manually
Y page 76)
(
Switching the seat ventilation on/off
Switching on/off
Seat ventilation is only available for the front
seats.
The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons
indicate the ventilation level you have selected.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2
(
Y page 112) in the ignition lock.
X
To switch on: press button : repeatedly
until the desired ventilation level is set.
If you open the side windows and the sliding
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sunroof using the SmartKey (
Y page 68), the
driver's seat ventilation automatically
switches to the highest level.
X
To switch off: press button : repeatedly
until all the indicator lamps go out.
If the battery voltage is too low, the seat
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ventilation may switch off.
Problems with the seat ventilation
If one or all of the indicator lamps in the seat
ventilation button are flashing, the seat ventilation has switched off automatically. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low
because too many electrical consumers are
switched on.
X
Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window defroster
or interior lighting.
Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the
seat ventilation will switch back on automatically.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Steering wheel
78
Steering wheel
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
You could lose control of your vehicle if you do
the following while driving:
R
adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
R
fasten the seat belt
There is a risk of an accident.
Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt
before starting the engine.
WARNING
G
Children could injure themselves if they
adjust the steering wheel. There is a risk of
injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
The electrically adjustable steering wheel can
still be adjusted when there is no SmartKey in
the ignition lock.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Adjusting the steering wheel
i Further related subjects:
R
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature (Y page 79)
R
Storing settings (Y page 82)
Steering wheel heating
Activating/deactivating
:
To switch on the steering-wheel heating
;
To switch off the steering-wheel heating
=
Indicator lamp
The steering-wheel heating heats the leather
areas of the steering wheel.
X
To activate: make sure that the SmartKey is
in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
X
Turn the catch in the direction of arrow :.
Indicator lamp = lights up.
X
To deactivate: make sure that the SmartKey
is in position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.
X
Turn the catch in the direction of arrow ;.
Indicator lamp = goes out.
:
To adjust the steering wheel height
;
To adjust the steering wheel position (foreand-aft adjustment)
If the driver's door is open, the steering
i
wheel can be adjusted for up to 30 minutes
after the ignition has been switched off.
The steering wheel heating does not switch
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off automatically.
i The steering wheel heating may switch off
temporarily if:
R
the temperature in the vehicle interior is
above 86 ‡ (30 †)
R
the temperature of the steering wheel is
above 95 ‡ (35 †)
Indicator lamp = remains on.
The steering wheel heating is deactivated if
i
you remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock.
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Steering wheel
79
Problems with the steering wheel heating
:
To switch on the steering-wheel heating
;
To switch off the steering-wheel heating
=
Indicator lamp
If steering wheel heating indicator lamp = is
flashing, the steering wheel heating has
switched off automatically. The vehicle's electrical system voltage is too low because too
many electrical consumers are switched on.
X
Switch off electrical consumers that you do
not need, such as the rear window defroster
or interior lighting.
Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the
steering wheel heating will switch back on
automatically.
Steering wheel EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
When the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature adjusts
the steering wheel and the driver's seat, you
and other vehicle occupants – particularly
children – could become trapped. There is a
risk of injury.
While the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is making adjustments, make sure that no one has
any body parts in the sweep of the seat and
the steering wheel.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
press one of the memory function position
buttons, or
R
press one of the memory function memory
buttons, or
R
move the switch for steering wheel adjustment in the opposite direction to that in
which the steering wheel is moving
The adjustment process is stopped.
WARNING
G
If you drive off while the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT
feature is making adjustments, you could lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Always wait until the adjustment process is
complete before driving off.
Do not activate the EASY-ENTRY/EXIT fea-
!
ture, if the seat backrest is reclined too far
backwards. This can damage the front or rear
seats. You must first move the backrest to a
vertical position.
The EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature makes getting in
and out of your vehicle easier.
You can activate and deactivate the EASYENTRY/EXIT feature in the on-board computer
Y page 181).
(
Position of the steering wheel when the
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature is active
The steering wheel moves upwards and towards
the dashboard if:
R
you remove the SmartKey from the ignition
lock or
R
you open the driver's door with the SmartKey
in position 0 or 1 in the ignition lock
The steering wheel only moves upwards and
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towards the dashboard if it has not already
reached the upper steering limiter.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Mirrors
80
Position of the steering wheel for driving
The steering wheel is moved to the last selected
position when:
R
the driver's door is closed
R
you insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock
The last position of the steering column is stored
when you switch off the ignition or when you
store the setting with the memory function
Y page 82).
(
Mirrors
Rear-view mirror
X
Adjust the rear-view mirror by hand so you
have a good overview of the traffic conditions
behind you.
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
WARNING
G
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side reduces the size of the image. Visible
objects are actually closer than they appear.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
This means that you could misjudge the distance from road users traveling behind, e.g.
when changing lane. There is a risk of an accident.
For this reason, always make sure of the
actual distance from the road users traveling
behind by glancing over your shoulder.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1
or 2 in the ignition lock (
X
Press button : to select the left-hand exte-
Y page 112).
rior mirror
or
X
Press button ; to select the right-hand exterior mirror.
X
Press button = up, down, or to the left or
right until you have adjusted the exterior mirror to the correct position. You should have a
good overview of traffic conditions.
The convex exterior mirrors provide a larger
i
field of vision.
The exterior mirrors are heated automati-
i
cally if the rear window defroster is switched
on and the outside temperature is low.
Folding the exterior mirrors in/out electrically
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1
or 2 in the ignition lock (
X
Briefly press :.
Both exterior mirrors fold in or out.
Make sure that the exterior mirrors are
i
always folded out fully while driving. They
could otherwise vibrate.
If you are driving faster than 9 mph
i
(15 km/h), you can no longer fold in the exterior mirrors.
Y page 112).
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Mirrors
81
Setting the exterior mirrors
If the battery has been disconnected or completely discharged, the exterior mirrors must be
reset. The exterior mirrors will otherwise not
fold in when you select the "Fold in mirrors when
locking" function in the on-board computer
Y page 181).
(
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 1
in the ignition lock (
X
Briefly press :.
Y page 112).
Folding the exterior mirrors in/out
automatically
If the "Fold in mirrors when locking" function is
activated in the on-board computer
Y page 181):
(
R
the exterior mirrors fold in automatically as
soon as you lock the vehicle from the outside.
R
the exterior mirrors fold out again automatically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and
then open the driver's or front-passenger
door.
Exterior mirror pushed out of position
X
Press button : repeatedly until you hear the
mirror engage in position.
The mirror housing is engaged again and you
can adjust the exterior mirrors as usual
Y page 80).
(
Automatic anti-glare mirrors
The rear-view mirror and the exterior mirror on
the driver's side automatically go into anti-glare
mode if:
R
the ignition is switched on and
R
incident light from headlamps strikes the sensor in the rear-view mirror
The mirrors do not go into anti-glare mode if
i
reverse gear is engaged or if the interior lighting is switched on.
Parking position for the exterior mirror on the front-passenger side
Setting/storing the parking position
Using reverse gear
:
Left-hand exterior mirror
;
Right-hand exterior mirror
=
Adjustment button
?
Memory button
You can position the front-passenger side exterior mirror in such a way that you can see the
rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage
reverse gear. You can store this position.
X
Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and
that the SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock (
X
Press button ; for the exterior mirror on the
Y page 112).
front-passenger side.
X
Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the preset parking position.
X
Use adjustment button = to adjust the exterior mirror to a position that allows you to see
the rear wheel and the curb.
The parking position is stored.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Memory functions
82
If you shift the transmission to another posi-
i
tion, the exterior mirror on the frontpassenger side returns to the driving position.
Using the memory button
:
Left-hand exterior mirror
;
Right-hand exterior mirror
=
Adjustment button
?
Memory button
You can position the front-passenger side exterior mirror in such a way that you can see the
rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage
reverse gear. This setting can be stored using
memory button M ?.
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2
(
Y page 112) in the ignition lock.
X
With the exterior mirror on the front-
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
passenger side activated, use adjustment
button = to adjust the exterior mirror. In the
exterior mirror, the rear wheel and the curb
should be visible.
X
Press memory button M ? and one of the
arrows on adjustment button = within three
seconds.
The parking position is stored if the exterior
mirror does not move.
X
If the mirror moves out of position, repeat the
steps.
Calling up a stored parking position setting
:
Left-hand exterior mirror
;
Right-hand exterior mirror
=
Adjustment button
?
Memory button
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 2 (Y page 112)
in the ignition lock.
X
Adjust the exterior mirror on the frontpassenger side using button ;.
X
Engage reverse gear.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side moves to the stored parking position.
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger side
moves back to its original position:
R
as soon as you exceed a speed of 9 mph
(15 km/h)
R
if you press button : for the exterior mirror
on the driver's side
Memory functions
Storing settings
WARNING
G
If you use the memory function on the driver's
side while driving, you could lose control of
the vehicle as a result of the adjustments
being made. There is a risk of an accident.
Only use the memory function on the driver's
side when the vehicle is stationary.
WARNING
G
When the memory function adjusts the seat or
steering wheel, you and other vehicle occu-
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pants – particularly children – could become
trapped. There is a risk of injury.
While the memory function is making adjustments, make sure that no one has any body
parts in the sweep of the seat or steering
wheel. If somebody becomes trapped, immediately release the memory function position
button. The adjustment process is stopped.
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped if they activate the memory function, particularly when
unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never
leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
With the memory function, you can store up to
three different settings, e.g. for three different
people.
The following settings are stored as a single
memory preset:
R
position of the seat, backrest and head
restraint
R
driver's side: steering wheel position
R
driver's side: position of the exterior mirrors
on the driver's and front-passenger sides
Memory functions
X
Press the M memory button.
X
Press one of memory buttons 1, 2 or 3 within
three seconds.
The settings are stored in the selected storage position.
Calling up a stored setting
If you want to move the seat from the fully
!
reclined position to a stored seat position,
first raise the backrest using the seat switch.
The seat could otherwise be damaged.
X
Press and hold the relevant memory button 1,
2 or 3, until the seat, head restraints, steering
wheel and mirrors are in the stored position.
The setting procedure is interrupted as soon
i
as you release the memory button.
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
X
Make sure that the SmartKey is in position 2
(
Y page 112) or that the respective door is
open.
X
Adjust the seat (Y page 74) and head restraint
Y page 74).
(
X
On the driver's side, adjust the steering wheel
Y page 78) and the exterior mirrors
(
Y page 80).
(
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Exterior lighting
84
Useful information
This Operator's Manual describes allmodels
i
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Please note
that your vehicle may not be equipped with all
features described. This also applies to
safety-related systems and functions.
Read the information on qualified specialist
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workshops: (
Y page 23).
Exterior lighting
Important safety notes
For reasons of safety, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you drive with the lights switched on
even during the daytime. In some countries,
operation of the headlamps varies due to legal
requirements and self-imposed obligations.
Light switch
Operation
Switch off the parking lamps and low-beam
!
headlamps when you leave the vehicle. This
Lights and windshield wipers
prevents the battery from discharging.
If the battery has been excessively dis-
!
charged, the parking lamps or standing lamps
are automatically switched off to enable the
next engine start. Always park your vehicle
safely and sufficiently lit according to legal
standards. Avoid the continuous use of the
T parking lamps for several hours. If possible, switch on the X right or the W left
standing lamp.
1 W
2 X
3 T
4 Ã
5 L
If you hear a warning tone when you leave the
vehicle, the lights may still be switched on.
X
The turn signals, high-beam headlamps and the
high-beam flasher are operated using the combination switch (
The exterior lighting (except the parking/standing lamps) switches off automatically if you:
R
R
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Turn the light switch to Ã.
Y page 88).
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
open the driver's door with the SmartKey in
position 0 in the ignition lock.
Low-beam headlamps
1 W
2 X
3 T
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
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Exterior lighting
85
4 Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5 L
X
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
To switch on the low-beam headlamps:
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to L.
The L indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
Daytime running lamps
Daytime running lamps in Canada
1 W
2 X
3 T
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4 Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5 L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
The daytime running lamps function is required
by law in Canada. It cannot therefore be deactivated.
X
Turn the light switch to Ã.
With the engine running: depending on the
ambient light, the daytime running lamps or
the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are switched
on, the L indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
When the engine is running and the vehicle is
stationary: if you move the selector lever from a
drive position to P, the daytime running lamps/
low-beam headlamps go out after three
minutes.
When the engine is running, the vehicle is stationary and in bright ambient light: if you turn the
light switch to T, the daytime running lamps
and parking lamps switch on.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to L, the manual settings take precedence over the daytime running lamps.
Daytime running lamps in the USA
1 W
2 X
3 T
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4 Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5 L
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
In the USA, the daytime running lamps are deactivated upon delivery from the factory.
To activate the daytime running lamps:
X
activate the daytime running lamps function
in the on-board computer (
X
Turn the light switch to Ã.
Y page 179).
With the engine running: depending on the
ambient light, the daytime running lamps or
the low-beam headlamps are switched on.
When the low-beam headlamps are switched
on, the L indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
If the engine is running and you turn the light
switch to T or L, the manual settings
take precedence over the daytime running
lamps.
Automatic headlamp mode
WARNING
G
When the light switch is set to Ã, the lowbeam headlamps may not be switched on
automatically if there is fog, snow or other
causes of poor visibility due to the weather
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conditions such as spray. There is a risk of an
accident.
In such situations, turn the light switch to
L.
The automatic headlamp feature is only an aid.
The driver is responsible for the vehicle's lighting at all times.
1 W
2 X
3 T
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
4 Ã
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
5 L
X
Lights and windshield wipers
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
To switch on automatic headlamp mode:
turn the light switch to Ã.
SmartKey in position 1 in the ignition lock: the
parking lamps are switched on or off automatically depending on the brightness of the
ambient light
With the engine running: if you have activated
the daytime running lamps function in the onboard computer, the daytime running lamps
or the low-beam headlamps are switched on
or off automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light.
When the low-beam headlamps are switched
on, the L indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
Rear fog lamp
1 W
2 X
3 T
4 Ã
5 L
B R
X
X
X
X
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the
SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or
start the engine.
Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
Press the R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
To switch off the rear fog lamp: press the
R button.
The yellow R indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
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Parking lamps
1 W
2 X
3 T
4 Ã
5 L
B R
X
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
To switch on: turn the light switch to T.
Standing lamps
1 W
2 X
3 T
4 Ã
5 L
B R
Switching on the standing lamps ensures the
corresponding side of the vehicle is illuminated.
X
X
Left-hand standing lamps
Right-hand standing lamps
Parking lamps, side marker lamps,
license plate and instrument cluster
lighting
Automatic headlamp mode/daytime
running lamps
Low-beam/high-beam headlamps
Rear fog lamp
To switch on the standing lamps: the
SmartKey should not be in the ignition lock or
it should be in position 0 (
Y page 112).
Turn the light switch to W (left-hand side of
the vehicle) or X (right-hand side of the
vehicle).
Lights and windshield wipers
Headlamp cleaning system
The headlamps are cleaned automatically if the
"Wipe with washer fluid" function is operated
ten times while the lights are on and the engine
is running (
Y page 96). When you switch off
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the ignition, the automatic headlamp cleaning
system is reset and counting is resumed from 0.
Combination switch
Turn signal
To switch on the high-beam headlamps:
X
turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine.
X
Turn the light switch to L or Ã.
X
Press the combination switch beyond the
pressure point in the direction of arrow :.
In the à position, the high-beam headlamps areonly switched on when it is dark and
the engine is running.
The blue K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the high-beam
headlamps are switched on.
To switch off the high-beam headlamps:
X
move the combination switch back to its normal position.
The blue K indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
X
To indicate briefly: press the combination
switch briefly to the pressure point in the
direction of arrow ; or ?.
The corresponding turn signal flashes three
times.
X
To indicate: press the combination switch
beyond the pressure point in the direction of
Lights and windshield wipers
arrow ; or ?.
High-beam headlamps
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
High-beam flasher
:
High-beam headlamps
;
Turn signal, right
=
High-beam flasher
?
Turn signal, left
X
To switch on: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 1 or 2, or start the engine.
X
Pull the combination switch briefly in the
direction of arrow =.
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Hazard warning lamps
To switch on the hazard warning lamps:
X
press button :.
All turn signals flash. If you now switch on a
turn signal using the combination switch, only
the turn signal lamp on the corresponding
side of the vehicle will flash.
To switch off the hazard warning lamps:
X
press button :.
The hazard warning lamps automatically switch
on if:
R
an air bag is deployed or
R
the Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered, or
R
the vehicle decelerates rapidly from a speed
of above 45 mph (70 km/h) and comes to a
standstill
The hazard warning lamps switch on automatically if an air bag or the Emergency Tensioning
Devices are triggered and the SmartKey is in
position 1 in the ignition lock.
The hazard warning lamps switch off automatically if the vehicle reaches a speed of above
6 mph (10 km/h) again after a full brake application.
The hazard warning lamps still operate if the
i
ignition is switched off.
Headlamps and indicator lamps fogged up on the inside
The headlamps and the indicator lamps in the
exterior mirrors may fog up on the inside if there
is high atmospheric humidity.
X
Drive with the headlamps switched on.
The level of moisture diminishes, depending
on the length of the journey and the weather
conditions (humidity and temperature).
If the level of moisture does not diminish:
X
Have the headlamps checked at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Interior lighting
Overview of interior lighting
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand reading lamp
on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
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Rear-compartment overhead control panel
:
p Switches the right-hand reading lamp
on/off
;
p Switches the left-hand reading lamp
on/off
Interior lighting control
General notes
The interior lighting functions are automatically
deactivated after some time except for when the
SmartKey is in position 2 in the ignition lock.
This prevents your vehicle's battery from discharging.
The brightness of the ambient lighting may be
set using the control on the instrument cluster
Y page 171).
(
Lights and windshield wipers
Automatic interior lighting control
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand front reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
X
To switch on: move switch B to the center
position.
The interior lighting switches on automatically
when it is dark if you:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open a door
R
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock
X
To switch off: press the | symbol on
switch B.
The interior lighting remains switched off even
when it is dark if you:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open a door.
R
remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
The interior light is activated for a short while
when the SmartKey is removed from the ignition
lock. You can activate this delayed switch-off
using the on-board computer (
Y page 180).
When a front door is opened, the front interior
lighting comes on. When a rear door is opened,
the rear interior lighting comes on. In addition,
the courtesy lights come on.
If a door remains open and the SmartKey is
i
not in the ignition lock, the interior lighting
switches off after a short while.
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
Manual interior lighting control
Front interior lighting
If the interior lighting has been switched on
!
manually, it will not be switched off automatically.
This can cause the starter battery to discharge.
Make sure that the interior lighting does not
remain switched on too long after the engine
has been switched off.
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Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand front reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
X
To switch on: press the c symbol on
switch B.
X
To switch off: set switch B to the center
position.
Interior lighting
A
p Switches the right-hand front reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
X
To switch on/off: press the p button.
Cargo compartment lamp
WARNING
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust
gases such as carbon monoxide. If the rear
door is open when the engine is running, particularly if the vehicle is moving, exhaust
fumes could enter the passenger compartment. There is a risk of poisoning.
Turn off the engine before opening the rear
door. Never drive with the rear door open.
Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if
!
you wish to leave the rear door open for a
longer period. The battery may otherwise discharge.
Do not close the rear door while lock : is
!
engaged at the bottom. Otherwise, you could
damage lock :.
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Reading lamps
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
A
p Switches the right-hand front reading
lamp on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
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X
To switch on/off: press the t button.
If you open the rear door, the cargo com-
i
partment lamp comes on. You will then be
unable to switch it off using the t button.
Switch off the cargo compartment lamp if you
wish to leave the rear door open for a longer
period. This prevents the battery from discharging.
X
Open the rear door.
To switch off with the rear door open:
X
press lock : down in the direction of the
arrow until it engages.
The cargo compartment lamp is switched off.
To switch on with the rear door open:
X
press lock cylinder ; on the door handle.
The cargo compartment lamp resumes its
normal function.
Lights and windshield wipers
Rear compartment lighting
A
p Switches the right-hand reading lamp
on/off
B
Switches the automatic interior lighting control on
X
To switch on/off: press the t button.
The rear compartment lighting switches on
i
when you open a rear door. You will then be
unable to switch it off using the t button.
If you leave the rear doors open for a long
time, switch the rear compartment lighting
off. This prevents the battery from discharging.
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes
DANGER
G
Xenon bulbs carry a high voltage. You can get
an electric shock if you remove the cover of
the Xenon bulb and touch the electrical contacts. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Never touch the parts or the electrical contacts of the Xenon bulb. Always have work on
the Xenon bulbs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
Bulbs, lamps and connectors can get very hot
when operating. If you change a bulb, you
could burn yourself on these components.
There is a risk of injury.
Allow these components to cool down before
changing a bulb.
Front overhead control panel
:
p Switches the left-hand front reading
lamp on/off
;
c Switches the front interior lighting on
=
t Switches the cargo compartment
lamp/rear compartment lighting on/off
?
| Switches the front interior lighting/
automatic interior lighting control off
Do not use a bulb that has been dropped or if its
glass tube has been scratched.
The bulb may explode if:
R
you touch it
R
it is hot
R
you drop it
R
you scratch it
Only operate bulbs in enclosed lamps designed
for that purpose. Only install spare bulbs of the
same type and the specified voltage.
Marks on the glass tube reduce the service life
of the bulbs. Do not touch the glass tube with
your bare hands. If necessary, clean the glass
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tube when cold with alcohol or spirit and rub it
off with a lint-free cloth.
Protect bulbs from moisture during operation.
Do not allow bulbs to come into contact with
liquids.
Xenon bulbs
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times. Have
the headlamp setting checked regularly.
LED modules
You can replace neither Xenon bulbs nor LED
bulbs. Have LED modules replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these function correctly at all times. Have
the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Before changing bulbs
Have the following bulbs replaced at a qualified
specialist workshop:
R
Additional turn signals in the exterior mirrors
R
High-mounted brake lamp
R
High-beam/low-beam headlamps (Xenon
bulbs)
R
Daytime running lamps
R
Parking lamps/standing lamps
R
License plate lamp
Individual segments of the license plate
i
lamp LEDs may fail without a display message
splay
appearing in the multifunction di
. Regularly check the license plate lamp. If necessary, visit a qualified specialist workshop.
You can replace the following bulbs:
R
Turn signal lamp (front)
R
Brake/tail lamp
R
Turn signal lamp (rear)
R
Tail lamps/standing lamps
R
Backup Light
R
Rear fog lamp
R
Side marker lamps
Other bulbs
There are bulbs other than the Xenon bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself. Only replace the
bulbs listed (
Y page 93). Have the bulbs that
you cannot replace yourself replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.
If you require assistance replacing bulbs, consult a qualified specialist workshop.
Do not touch the glass tube of new bulbs with
your bare hands. Even minor contamination can
burn into the glass surface and reduce the service life of the bulbs. Always use a lint-free cloth
or only touch the base of the bulb when installing.
Only use bulbs of the correct type.
If the new bulb still does not light up, consult a
qualified specialist workshop.
Bulbs and lamps are an important aspect of
vehicle safety. You must therefore make sure
that these
function co
rrectly at all times. Have
the headlamp setting checked regularly.
Overview: changing bulbs/bulb types
Front bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
:
Turn signal lamp: 1156 NA
;
Side marker lamp: T 4 W
Rear bulbs
You can replace the following bulbs. The bulb
type can be found in the legend.
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:
Tail lamp/standing lamp: W 5 W
;
Brake lamp/tail lamp: P 21/5 W
=
Turn signal lamp: PY 21 W
?
Side marker lamp: T 4 W
A
Backup lamp: P 21 W
B
Rear fog lamp: P 21 W
Changing the front bulbs
Turn signal
Make sure that the protective grille does not
!
hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the paintwork.
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
!
could otherwise damage the lens.
Lights and windshield wipers
Turn signal lamp with protection grille (AMG vehicles)
X
Switch off the lights.
X
AMG vehicles: pull protection grille : in the
direction of the arrow out of mounting ;.
X
Fold up protection grille :.
Example: turn signal lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws =.
X
Remove lens ?.
Example: turn signal lamp
X
Turn bulb A counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and,
applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise
until it engages.
X
Install lens ?.
X
Replace and tighten screws =.
X
AMG vehicles: fold down protection grille :
and allow it to engage in mounting ;.
Side marker lamps
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
!
could otherwise damage the lens.
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Front side marker lamp (example)
The bulbs of the front and rear side marker
lamps are changed in the same way.
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws :.
X
Remove housing ;.
X
Remove dust cover =.
X
Push the catch to the side and pull the bulb
holder with the bulb out of housing ;.
Replacing bulbs
X
Attach dust cover =.
X
Insert housing ;.
X
Replace and tighten screws :.
Changing the rear bulbs
Protection grille (AMG vehicles)
Make sure that the protective grille does not
!
hit any painted surfaces.
You could otherwise damage the paintwork.
Protection grille (AMG vehicles)
You must remove the protective grille before
you can change the bulbs in the tail lamps.
X
Unscrew screws ;.
X
Swing protection grille : to the right.
X
After changing the bulbs, swing protection
grille : to the left.
X
Tighten screws ;.
Tail lamps
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Lights and windshield wipers
X
Lightly press bulb ?, turn it counter-clockwise and pull it out.
X
Insert the new bulb and, applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise until it engages.
X
Insert the bulb holder into housing ;.
When installing the lens, make sure that the
!
seal is positioned correctly.
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
!
could otherwise damage the lens.
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X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws :.
X
Remove lens ;.
=
Turn signal
?
Brake/tail lamp
A
Tail lamps/standing lamps
X
Turn the corresponding bulb counter-clockwise, applying slight pressure, and remove it
from the bulb holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and,
applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise
until it engages.
X
Install lens ;.
X
Replace and tighten screws :.
X
AMG vehicles: secure the protection grille
(
Y page 95).
Lights and windshield wipers
Backup lamp/rear fog lamp
Do not fasten the screws too tightly. You
!
could otherwise damage the lens.
Example: rear fog lamp
X
Switch off the lights.
X
Unscrew screws ;.
X
Remove lens :.
X
Turn bulb = counter-clockwise, applying
slight pressure, and remove it from the bulb
holder.
X
Insert the new bulb into the bulb holder and,
applying slight pressure, turn it clockwise
until it engages.
X
Install lens :.
X
Replace and tighten screws ;.
Windshield wipers
Switching the windshield wipers
on/off
Do not operate the windshield wipers when
!
the windshield is dry, as this could damage
the wiper blades. Moreover, dust that has collected on the windshield/rear window can
scratch the glass if wiping takes place when
the windshield/rear window is dry.
If it is necessary to switch on the windshield
wipers in dry weather conditions, always use
washer fluid when operating the windshield
wipers.
If the windshield wipers leave smears on the
!
windshield/rear window after the vehicle has
been washed in an automatic car wash, this
may be due to wax or other residue. Clean the
windshield/rear window with washer fluid
after an automatic car wash.
Intermittent wiping with rain sensor: due to
!
optical influences and the windshield becoming dirty in dry weather conditions, the windshield wipers may be activated inadvertently.
This could then damage the windshield wiper
blades or scratch the windshield.
For this reason, you should always switch off
the windshield wipers in dry weather.
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If the wiper blades are worn, the windshield will
no longer be wiped properly. This could prevent
you from observing the traffic conditions,
thereby causing an accident.
Combination switch
1
$ Windshield wipers off
2
Ä Intermittent wipe, low (rain sensor set
to low sensitivity)
3
Å Intermittent wipe, high (rain sensor
set to high sensitivity)
4
° Continuous wipe, slow
5
¯ Continuous wipe, fast
B
í Single wipe
C
î To wipe with washer fluid
X
Switch on the ignition.
X
Turn the combination switch to the corresponding position.
Intermittent wiping is interrupted if you stop the
vehicle and open a front door. This protects
people getting into and out of the vehicle from
being sprayed with water.
Intermittent wiping continues when all doors are
closed and:
R
you shift the automatic transmission to drive
position D or reverse gear R
or
R
you change the wipe setting on the combination switch.
In the Ä or Å position, the appropriate
wiping frequency is set automatically according
to the intensity of the rain. In the Å position,
the rain sensor is more sensitive than in
the Ä position, causing the windshield wipers to wipe more frequently.
Switching the rear window wiper on/
off
Combination switch
:
è Switch
2
b Wipes with washer fluid
3
I Switches on intermittent wiping
4
0 Switches off intermittent wiping
5
b Wipes with washer fluid
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the
ignition lock.
X
Turn switch : on the combination switch to
the corresponding position.
When the rear window wiper is switched on,
the icon appears in the instrument cluster.
The rear window wiper comes on automati-
i
cally if you shift the selector lever to R while
the windshield wiper are on.
Replacing the wiper blades
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If the windshield wipers begin to move while
you are changing the wiper blades, you could
be trapped by the wiper arm. There is a risk of
injury.
Always switch off the windshield wipers and
ignition before changing the wiper blades.
To avoid damaging the wiper blades, make
!
sure that you touch only the wiper arm of the
wiper.
Never open the hood if a windshield wiper
!
arm has been folded away from the windshield.
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Never fold a windshield wiper arm without a
wiper blade back onto the windshield/rear
window.
Hold the windshield wiper arm firmly when
you change the wiper blade. If you release the
windshield wiper arm without a wiper blade
and it falls onto the windshield, the windshield
may be damaged by the force of the impact.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the wiper blades changed at a qualified specialist workshop.
Removing the wiper blades
:
Windshield wiper arm
;
Wiper blade
=
Locking spring
?
Hinge piece
Lights and windshield wipers
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X
Fold wiper arm : away from the windshield
until it engages.
X
Position wiper blade ; horizontally.
X
Press locking spring =.
X
Slide wiper blade ; with hinge piece ? from
wiper arm :.
Installing the wiper blade
:
Windshield wiper arm
;
Wiper blade
=
Locking spring
?
Hinge piece
X
Slide wiper arm : into new wiper blade ;
with hinge piece ?.
X
Engage locking spring = into the end of the
wiper arm.
X
Make sure that wiper blade ; is seated correctly.
X
Fold wiper arm : back onto the windshield.
Problems with the windshield wipers
The windshield wipers are obstructed
Leaves or snow, for example, may be obstructing the windshield wiper movement. The wiper
motor has been deactivated.
X
For safety reasons, you should remove the
SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X
Remove the cause of the obstruction.
X
Switch the windshield wipers back on.
The windshield wipers are inoperative
The windshield wiper drive is malfunctioning.
X
Select another wiper speed on the combination switch.
X
Have the windshield wipers checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
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