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Contents
Index ....................................................... 4
Digital Operator's Manual .................. 24
Introduction ...........................................24
Operation ............................................... 24
Introduction ......................................... 25
Protecting the environment ...................25
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ...............25
Operator's Manual ................................. 26
Service and vehicle operation ................26
Operating safety .................................... 27
QR code for rescue card ........................ 28
Data storage .......................................... 28
Information on copyright ....................... 30
At a glance ........................................... 31
Cockpit .................................................. 31
Instrument cluster ................................. 32
Multifunction steering wheel ................. 33
Center console ...................................... 34
Door control panel ................................. 37
Overhead control panel .........................38
Safety ................................................... 39
Panic alarm ............................................ 39
Occupant safety .................................... 39
Children in the vehicle ........................... 53
Pets in the vehicle ................................. 59
Driving safety systems ........................... 60
Protection against theft .........................67
Opening and closing ........................... 69
SmartKey ............................................... 69
Doors ..................................................... 75
Cargo compartment ...............................77
Side windows ......................................... 83
Panorama roof with power tilt/slid-
ing panel ................................................ 87
Seats, steering wheel and mir-
rors ....................................................... 92
Correct driver's seat position ................ 92
Seats ..................................................... 92
Steering wheel ....................................... 97
Mirrors ................................................... 98
Memory function ................................. 101
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 102
Exterior lighting ................................... 102
Interior lighting .................................... 105
Replacing bulbs ................................... 106
Windshield wipers ................................ 109
Climate control ................................. 113
Overview of climate control systems ... 113
Operating the climate control sys-
tems .................................................... 118
Air vents .............................................. 123
Driving and parking .......................... 124
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle ..... 124
Driving ................................................. 124
DYNAMIC SELECT button (all vehicles except Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles) ..................................................... 132
DYNAMIC SELECT controller
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................... 133
Automatic transmission ....................... 134
Refueling ............................................. 142
Parking ................................................ 145
Driving tips .......................................... 148
Driving systems ................................... 157
On-board computer and displays .... 188
Important safety notes ........................ 188
Displays and operation ........................ 188
Menus and submenus ......................... 191
Display messages ................................ 203
Warning and indicator lamps in the
instrument cluster ............................... 230
Multimedia system ........................... 242
General notes ...................................... 242
Important safety notes ........................ 242
Function restrictions ............................ 242
Operating system ................................ 243
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Stowage and features ...................... 250
Loading guidelines ...............................250
Stowage areas ..................................... 250
Features .............................................. 257
Maintenance and care ...................... 273
Engine compartment ........................... 273
ASSYST PLUS ...................................... 277
Care ..................................................... 278
Roadside Assistance ........................ 286
Where will I find...? .............................. 286
Flat tire ................................................ 287
Battery (vehicle) .................................. 292
Jump-starting ....................................... 295
Towing and tow-starting ......................298
Fuses ................................................... 301
Wheels and tires ............................... 304
Important safety notes ........................ 304
Operation ............................................ 304
Winter operation .................................. 306
Tire pressure ....................................... 307
Loading the vehicle .............................. 316
All about wheels and tires ................... 319
Changing a wheel ................................ 325
Wheel and tire combinations ...............329
Emergency spare wheel ....................... 330
Contents
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Technical data ................................... 332
Information regarding technical data
............................................................. 332
Vehicle electronics .............................. 332
Identification plates .............................333
Service products and filling capaci-
ties ...................................................... 334
Vehicle data ......................................... 339
Vehicle data for off-road driving .......... 340
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Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
4MATIC
Display message ............................ 227
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 168
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Function/notes .............................182
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 204
Function/notes ................................ 60
Important safety notes .................... 60
Warning lamp ................................. 233
Acceleration
see Kickdown
Accident
Automatic measures after an
accident ...........................................53
Activating media mode
General notes ................................ 248
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification .................118
Active Brake Assist
Activating or deactivating .............. 197
Display message ............................ 210
Function/notes ................................ 61
Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC
Activating ....................................... 160
Calling up a speed ......................... 161
Cruise control lever ....................... 160
Deactivating ................................... 163
Display message ............................ 221
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 164
Displays on the instrument clus-
ter .................................................. 164
Driving tips .................................... 164
Function/notes ............................. 158
Important safety notes .................. 159
Setting a speed .............................. 162
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 162
Stopping ........................................ 162
Storing a speed .............................. 161
Active Parking Assist
Canceling ....................................... 178
Detecting parking spaces .............. 175
Display message ............................ 220
Exiting a parking space .................. 177
General notes ................................ 174
Important safety notes .................. 174
Parking .......................................... 176
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 67
Additional speedometer ................... 199
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 337
Address book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Adjusting the volume
Multimedia system ........................ 243
Air bags
Deployment ..................................... 51
Display message ............................ 213
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 45
Important safety notes .................... 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Knee bag .......................................... 46
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 40
Side impact air bag .......................... 46
Window curtain air bag .................... 47
Air vents
Important safety notes .................. 123
Rear ............................................... 123
Setting the center air vents ........... 123
Setting the side air vents ............... 123
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 68
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 68
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 68
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Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
AMG
Adaptive sport suspension sys-
tem ................................................ 168
Performance Seat ............................ 96
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system
General Information .......................168
AMG menu (on-board computer) ..... 200
AMG Performance exhaust sys-
tem ..................................................... 130
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-skid chains
see Snow chains
Anti-theft alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle .............. 156
Ashtray ............................................... 259
Assistance display (on-board
computer) .......................................... 197
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................196
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........278
Driving abroad ............................... 278
Hiding a service message .............. 277
Information about Service ............. 278
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 278
Service message ............................ 277
Special service requirements ......... 278
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 68
Function ...........................................68
Switching off the alarm .................... 68
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 198
Display message ............................ 219
Function/notes ............................. 183
Audio 20
Driving dynamics display ............... 171
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 194
Audio system
see Digital Operator's Manual
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 216
see Lights
Automatic car wash (care) ............... 279
Automatic engine start (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 129
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 129
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 102
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 137
Changing gear ............................... 137
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 134
Drive program ................................ 138
Drive program display .................... 134
Driving tips .................................... 137
DYNAMIC SELECT button (all
vehicles except Mercedes-AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 132
DYNAMIC SELECT controller
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. 133
Emergency running mode .............. 142
Engaging drive position .................. 136
Engaging neutral ............................ 135
Engaging park position
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .............. 136
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 135
Engaging reverse gear ................... 135
Engaging the park position ............ 134
Holding the vehicle stationary on
uphill gradients .............................. 138
Kickdown ....................................... 138
Manual shifting .............................. 140
Oil temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 200
Overview ........................................ 134
Problem (malfunction) ................... 142
Pulling away ................................... 128
Selector lever ................................ 136
Starting the engine ........................ 127
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 140
Transmission position display ........ 136
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Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................134
Transmission positions .................. 137
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 142
B
Back button ....................................... 243
Backup lamp
Display message ............................ 215
Bag hook ............................................ 255
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 61
Basic settings
see Settings
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 72
Important safety notes .................... 72
Replacing ......................................... 72
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 294
Display message ............................ 218
Important safety notes .................. 292
Jump starting ................................. 295
Replacing ....................................... 295
Belt
see Seat belts
Belt warning ......................................... 44
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 198
Display message ............................ 220
Notes/function .............................. 185
Blower
see Climate control
Bluetooth
Brake Assist System
Brake assistance
Brake fluid
®
Searching for a mobile phone ........246
Searching for a mobile phone
(device manager) ........................... 247
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Telephony ...................................... 246
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Display message ............................ 209
Notes ............................................. 337
Brake force distribution
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamp
Replacing bulbs .............................108
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 215
Brakes
ABS ..................................................60
BAS .................................................. 61
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 337
Display message ............................ 204
EBD .................................................. 67
Hill start assist ............................... 128
HOLD function ............................... 165
Important safety notes .................. 150
Maintenance .................................. 151
Parking brake ................................ 146
Riding tips ...................................... 150
Situation-dependent braking
assistance ........................................ 63
Warning lamp ................................. 232
Breakdown assistance
Where will I find...? ........................ 286
see Flat tire
see Tow-starting
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 32
Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 189
C
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Car wash ........................................ 279
Carpets .......................................... 285
Display ........................................... 283
Exhaust pipe .................................. 283
Exterior lights ................................ 282
Gear or selector lever .................... 284
Interior ........................................... 283
Matte finish ................................... 280
Notes ............................................. 278
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Paint ..............................................280
Plastic trim ....................................284
Power washer ................................ 279
Rear view camera .......................... 283
Roof lining ...................................... 285
Seat belt ........................................ 285
Seat cover ..................................... 284
Sensors ......................................... 282
Steering wheel ............................... 284
Trim pieces ....................................284
Washing by hand ........................... 279
Wheels ...........................................281
Windows ........................................ 281
Wiper blades .................................. 282
Wooden trim .................................. 284
Cargo compartment enlargement ... 253
Cargo compartment floor
Important safety notes .................. 256
Opening/closing ............................ 256
Stowage well (under) ..................... 256
Cargo tie down rings ......................... 255
CD
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
CD player (on-board computer) ........195
Center console
Lower section .................................. 35
Upper section .................................. 34
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 199
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........69
Change of address .............................. 26
Change of ownership .......................... 26
Changing a wheel
Wheels and tires ............................ 326
Child
Restraint system .............................. 55
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 58
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 56
On the front-passenger seat ............ 57
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 58
Top Tether .......................................56
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 58
Rear doors .......................................59
Children
Special seat belt retractor ...............54
Children in the vehicle
Important safety notes .................... 53
Cigarette lighter ................................ 259
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ...........................282
Climate control
Air-conditioning system ................. 114
Automatic climate control (dual-
zone) .............................................. 116
Controlling automatically ...............119
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 118
Defrosting the windows ................. 121
Defrosting the windshield .............. 120
General notes ................................ 113
Indicator lamp ................................ 119
Information about using auto-
matic climate control ..................... 117
Maximum cooling .......................... 121
Notes on using the air-condition-
ing system ..................................... 115
Overview of systems ......................113
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 122
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 119
Refrigerant ..................................... 338
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 339
Setting the air distribution ............. 120
Setting the air vents ......................123
Setting the airflow ......................... 120
Setting the temperature ................ 119
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 122
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 122
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 122
Switching the ZONE function
on/off ............................................ 120
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 31
see Instrument cluster
Collision warning
see Active Brake Assist
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COMAND
Driving dynamics display ...............171
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 283
Combination switch .......................... 104
Compass
Calibrating ..................................... 271
Calling up ....................................... 271
Magnetic field zone maps .............. 272
Setting ...........................................271
Connecting a USB device
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 192
Controller ...........................................243
Convenience closing feature .............. 85
Convenience opening feature ............ 84
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 276
Display message ............................ 217
Filling capacity ............................... 338
Important safety notes .................. 337
Temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 200
Temperature gauge ........................ 189
Warning lamp ................................. 238
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 30
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 214
Function/notes .............................104
Cover
see Roller sunblind
Cruise control
Activation conditions ..................... 157
Cruise control lever ....................... 157
Deactivating ................................... 158
Display message ............................ 222
Driving system ............................... 157
Function/notes .............................157
Important safety notes .................. 157
Setting a speed .............................. 158
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 157
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 257
Important safety notes .................. 257
Rear compartment ......................... 258
Customer Assistance Center
(CAC) ..................................................... 28
Customer Relations Department ....... 28
D
Dashboard
see Cockpit
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 216
Function/notes .............................102
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 199
Declarations of conformity ................. 27
Decorative film
Cleaning instructions ..................... 281
Diagnostics connection ......................27
Digital Operator's Manual
Help .................................................24
Introduction .....................................24
Digital speedometer .........................193
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 134
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 277
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 203
Driving systems .............................219
Engine ............................................ 217
General notes ................................ 203
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 203
Lights ............................................. 214
Safety systems .............................. 204
SmartKey ....................................... 229
Tires ............................................... 223
Vehicle ...........................................225
Distance control
see Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC
Distance recorder .............................192
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 240
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Distance warning function
Function/notes ................................ 62
Warning lamp .................................240
Doors
Automatic locking (on-board
computer) ...................................... 199
Automatic locking (switch) ...............76
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) .......................................69
Control panel ...................................37
Display message ............................ 228
Emergency locking ........................... 77
Emergency unlocking ....................... 76
Important safety notes .................... 75
Opening (from inside) ...................... 75
Drinking and driving ......................... 149
Drive program
Automatic transmission ................. 138
Display ........................................... 136
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 134
Driver's door
see Doors
Driver's seat
see Seat
Driving
Towing vehicles ............................. 132
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 278
Driving dynamics display
Off-road program ........................... 171
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 156
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving on flooded roads .................. 153
Driving safety system
Active Brake Assist .......................... 61
Situation-dependent braking
assistance ........................................ 63
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 60
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 67
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 61
Distance warning function ............... 62
EBD (electronic brake force dis-
tribution) .......................................... 67
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 63
Important safety information ........... 60
Overview .......................................... 60
STEER CONTROL ............................. 67
Driving system
Off-road program ........................... 170
Parking assist PARKTRONIC .......... 171
RACE START (Mercedes-AMG
vehicles) ........................................ 167
Start-off assist ............................... 166
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 182
Active Parking Assist ..................... 174
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 168
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 183
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 185
Cruise control ................................ 157
Display message ............................ 219
HOLD function ............................... 165
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 186
Lane Tracking package .................. 185
Rear view camera .......................... 178
Driving tips
Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC ............................ 158, 164
Automatic transmission ................. 137
Brakes ........................................... 150
Break-in period .............................. 124
Checking brake lining thickness .... 152
Downhill gradient ........................... 150
Drinking and driving ....................... 149
Driving in winter ............................. 153
Driving on flooded roads ................ 153
Driving on sand .............................. 155
Driving on wet roads ...................... 152
Exhaust check ............................... 149
Fuel ................................................ 149
General .......................................... 148
Hydroplaning ................................. 152
Icy road surfaces ........................... 153
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 151
Off-road driving .............................. 153
Snow chains .................................. 307
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 124
Tire ruts ......................................... 156
Traveling uphill ............................... 156
Wet road surface ........................... 151
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DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message ............................ 219
Function/notes .............................169
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 195
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
DYNAMIC SELECT button
Climate control (3-zone auto-
matic climate control) .................... 118
Climate control (air-conditioning
system) .......................................... 115
DYNAMIC SELECT button (all
vehicles except Mercedes-AMG
vehicles) ............................................. 132
DYNAMIC SELECT controller ............ 133
DYNAMIC SELECT controller
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................. 133
E
EASY-PACK tailgate
see Tailgate
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 206
Function/notes ................................ 67
ECO display
Function/notes .............................149
On-board computer ....................... 192
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 129
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 129
Deactivating/activating ................. 130
General information ....................... 129
Important safety notes .................. 129
Introduction ................................... 129
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an
accident ...........................................53
Emergency braking
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 76
Vehicle .............................................76
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 331
Important safety notes .................. 330
Removing .......................................331
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 51
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ........... 238
Display message ............................ 217
ECO start/stop function ................ 129
Engine number ............................... 334
Irregular running ............................ 131
Jump-starting ................................. 295
Starting (important safety notes) ... 126
Starting problems .......................... 131
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 127
Starting with the Start/Stop but-
ton ................................................. 127
Switching off .................................. 146
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 301
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 131
Engine oil
Adding ...........................................275
Additives ........................................ 337
Checking the oil level ..................... 274
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 274
Display message ............................ 218
Filling capacity ............................... 337
Notes about oil grades ................... 336
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 274
Temperature (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 200
Engine oil additives
see Additives (engine oil)
Entering an address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 201
Characteristics ................................. 64
Deactivating/activating (button
in Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............. 65
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Deactivating/activating (except
Mercedes‑AMG vehicles) ................. 64
Deactivating/activating (onboard computer, except
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ............... 197
Display message ............................ 204
Function/notes ................................ 63
General notes .................................. 63
Important safety information ........... 64
Trailer stabilization ........................... 66
Warning lamp ................................. 235
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ................................................ 64
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust check ................................... 149
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 283
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 282
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ......................................... 98
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 99
Folding in when locking (on-
board computer) ............................ 200
Folding in/out (automatically) ......... 99
Folding in/out (electrically) ............. 99
Out of position (troubleshooting) ..... 99
Setting ............................................. 99
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 101
Storing the parking position .......... 100
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 251
F
Favorites
Overview ........................................ 244
Filler cap
see Refueling
Flat tire
MOExtended tires .......................... 288
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 287
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 289
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormats ........................................... 272
Fog lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 332
Two-way radio ................................ 332
Front fog lamps
Display message ............................ 215
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Front-passenger seat
Folding the backrest forward/
back ............................................... 252
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 336
Consumption statistics .................. 192
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 192
Displaying the range ...................... 192
Driving tips .................................... 149
E10 ................................................ 335
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 335
Important safety notes .................. 335
Problem (malfunction) ................... 145
Refueling ........................................ 142
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 335
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 144
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 192
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 335
Problem (malfunction) ................... 145
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 302
Before changing ............................. 301
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 302
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 302
Important safety notes .................. 301
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 271
General notes ................................ 268
Important safety notes .................. 268
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Opening/closing the garage door .. 270
Problems when programming ........ 270
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 268
Synchronizing the rolling code .......269
Gasoline ............................................. 335
Gear indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 200
Genuine parts ...................................... 25
Glove box ...........................................251
Google™ Local Search
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
H
Handling control system
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 80
Hazard warning lamps
Display message ............................ 228
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Head restraints
Adjusting ......................................... 95
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 95
Adjusting (rear) ................................ 96
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 105
see Automatic headlamp mode
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher .............................104
High-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 215
Replacing bulbs .............................107
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Hill start assist .................................. 128
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 166
Activation conditions ..................... 165
Deactivating ................................... 166
Display message ............................ 219
Function/notes .............................165
Home address
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Hood
Closing ...........................................274
Display message ............................ 228
Important safety notes .................. 273
Opening ......................................... 273
Horn ...................................................... 31
Hydroplaning ..................................... 152
I
Ignition key
see SmartKey
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 67
Indicator lamp
Replacing bulbs (rear) .................... 108
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 32
Settings ......................................... 198
Warning and indicator lamps ........... 32
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 188
Interior lighting
Control ...........................................105
Overview ........................................ 105
Reading lamp ................................. 105
®
iPod
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 287
Using ............................................. 327
Jump starting (engine) ......................295
K
Key positions
Start/Stop button .......................... 125
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature ............ 85
Deactivation ..................................... 70
Locking ............................................ 70
Unlocking ......................................... 70
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Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 138
Manual gearshifting .......................142
Knee bag .............................................. 46
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane detection (automatic)
see Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 198
Display message ............................ 220
Function/information .................... 186
Lane Tracking package ..................... 185
Lap time (RACETIMER) ...................... 201
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 56
License plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 215
Light sensor (display message) ....... 216
Lights
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 102
Cornering light function ................. 104
Fog lamps ...................................... 103
Fogged up headlamps .................... 105
Hazard warning lamps ................... 104
High beam flasher .......................... 104
High-beam headlamps ................... 104
Light switch ................................... 102
Low-beam headlamps .................... 103
Parking lamps ................................ 103
Rear fog lamp ................................ 103
Setting exterior lighting ................. 102
Standing lamps .............................. 103
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 199
Turn signals ................................... 104
Loading guidelines ............................ 250
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 76
Emergency locking ........................... 77
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 75
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 200
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 214
Replacing bulbs ............................. 107
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Lubricant additives
see Additives (engine oil)
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 96
M
M+S tires ............................................ 306
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 280
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 71
Inserting .......................................... 72
Locking vehicle ................................ 77
Removing ......................................... 71
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 76
Memory card (audio) ......................... 195
Memory function ............................... 101
Mercedes me connect
Call priority .................................... 264
Display message ............................ 209
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 264
Downloading routes ....................... 267
General notes ................................ 260
Geo fencing ................................... 267
Info call button .............................. 263
Mercedes-Benz emergency call ..... 261
Recovering a stolen vehicle ........... 266
Remote Vehicle Health Check ....... 266
Roadside Assistance call button .... 263
Search & Send ............................... 265
Self-diagnosis ................................ 261
Speed alert .................................... 267
System .......................................... 261
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Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 268
Vehicle remote locking .................. 266
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 265
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 203
Messages
see Display messages
Mirror turn signal
Cleaning ......................................... 282
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mobile phone
Connecting (Bluetooth®inter-
face) ..............................................246
Connecting (device manager) ........247
Frequencies ................................... 332
Installation ..................................... 332
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 195
Transmission output (maximum) .... 332
Model type
see Vehicle identification plate
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................71
MOExtended tires .............................. 288
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 329
Mounting a new wheel ................... 328
Preparing the vehicle .....................326
Raising the vehicle ......................... 327
Removing a wheel .......................... 328
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 326
MP3
Operation ....................................... 195
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Multifunction display
Function/notes .............................191
Permanent display ......................... 199
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board com-
puter .............................................. 189
Overview .......................................... 33
Multimedia system
Switching on and off ......................243
Music files
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
N
Navigation
Entering a destination .................... 244
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 193
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 124
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 47
Faults ............................................... 51
Operation ......................................... 47
Self-test ...........................................50
Occupant safety
Air bags ...........................................44
Automatic measures after an
accident ........................................... 53
Belt warning ..................................... 44
Children in the vehicle ..................... 53
Important safety notes .................... 39
Introduction to the restraint sys-
tem .................................................. 39
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 47
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator
lamps ............................................... 40
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 59
Restraint system warning lamp ........ 40
Seat belt .......................................... 41
OCS
Faults ............................................... 51
Operation ......................................... 47
Self-test ........................................... 50
Odometer ........................................... 192
Off-road driving
Approach/departure angle ............ 340
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 155
Checklist before driving off-road .... 155
General information ....................... 154
Important safety notes .................. 153
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Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 340
Traveling uphill ...............................156
Off-road Program
Driving dynamics display ............... 171
General notes ................................ 170
Off-road system
DSR ............................................... 169
Off road drive program .................. 170
Off-road 4ETS .................................. 64
Off-road ABS .................................... 60
Off-road ESP®.................................. 66
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 200
Assistance graphic menu ............... 197
Assistance menu ........................... 196
Audio menu ................................... 194
Convenience submenu .................. 200
Display messages .......................... 203
Displaying a service message ........ 278
Factory settings ............................. 200
Important safety notes .................. 188
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 198
Lighting submenu .......................... 199
Menu overview .............................. 191
Message memory .......................... 203
Navigation menu ............................ 193
Operation ....................................... 189
RACETIMER ................................... 201
Service menu ................................. 198
Settings menu ............................... 198
Standard display ............................ 192
Telephone menu ............................ 195
Trip menu ...................................... 192
Vehicle submenu ........................... 199
Video DVD operation ..................... 195
On-board diagnostic interface
see Diagnostics connection
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 108
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operation
Digital Operator's Manual ................ 24
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment ........................... 26
Outside temperature display ........... 188
Overhead control panel ...................... 38
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 59
P
Paint code number ............................ 333
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 280
Panic alarm .......................................... 39
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Important safety notes .................... 87
Operating ......................................... 88
Operating the roller sunblinds for
the sliding sunroof ........................... 89
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 91
Reversing feature ............................. 88
Parcel shelf ........................................ 255
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 145
Parking brake ................................ 146
Parking position for the exterior
mirror on the front-passenger
side ................................................ 100
Rear view camera .......................... 178
Parking aid
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear view camera
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 173
Driving system ............................... 171
Function/notes ............................. 171
Important safety notes .................. 171
Problems (malfunctions) ................ 174
Sensor range ................................. 172
Warning display ............................. 173
Parking assistance
see Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Applying automatically ................... 147
Applying or releasing manually ...... 147
Display message ............................ 206
Electric parking brake .................... 146
Emergency braking ........................ 148
General notes ................................ 146
Releasing automatically ................. 148
Warning lamp ................................. 237
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Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 103
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Display message ............................213
Indicator lamps ................................ 40
Problem (malfunction) ................... 213
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 59
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) ..................................................284
Power washers .................................. 279
Power windows
see Side windows
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 68
Immobilizer ...................................... 67
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 25
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 128
General notes ................................ 128
Hill start assist ............................... 128
Q
QR code
Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1
Rescue card ..................................... 28
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R
RACE START
Important safety notes .................. 167
RACE START (Mercedes-AMG
vehicles) ............................................. 167
RACE TIMER (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 201
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 194
see Digital Operator's Manual
Radio mode
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Radio-wave reception/transmission in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Rain closing feature (panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding
panel) .................................................... 89
REACH Regulation ............................... 28
Reading lamp ..................................... 105
Rear compartment
Setting the air vents ......................123
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 215
Replacing bulbs .............................108
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seat
Adjusting the angle of the backr-
ests ................................................ 254
Rear seats
Folding the backrest forwards/
back ............................................... 254
Rear view camera
"Reverse parking" function ............ 180
Cleaning instructions ..................... 283
Display in the multimedia system .. 179
Function/notes .............................178
General notes ................................ 178
Switching on/off ........................... 179
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 122
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 112
Switching on/off ........................... 110
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) .......................... 98
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 99
Reflective safety jacket .................... 286
Refrigerant (air-conditioning system)
Important safety notes .................. 338
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Important safety notes .................. 142
Refueling process .......................... 143
see Fuel
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Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 268
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 268
Replacing bulbs
Brake lamp .................................... 108
High-beam headlamps ................... 107
Important safety notes .................. 106
Installing/removing the cover
(front wheel arch) .......................... 107
Low-beam headlamps .................... 107
Overview of bulb types .................. 106
Rear fog lamp ................................ 108
Turn signals (front) ......................... 108
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 108
Rescue card ......................................... 28
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 218
Warning lamp ................................. 238
see Fuel
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 122
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 211
Introduction ..................................... 39
Warning lamp ................................. 237
Warning lamp (function) ................... 40
Reverse gear (selector lever) ........... 136
Reversing feature
Roller sunblind ................................. 89
Side windows ................................... 83
Tailgate ............................................ 78
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 26
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel ..................................... 89
Roof carrier ........................................ 256
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 285
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 339
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 53
see Occupant safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD card
Inserting ........................................ 249
Inserting/removing ........................ 248
Removing ....................................... 249
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Seat
Correct driver's seat position ........... 92
Seat belts
Adjusting the height ......................... 43
Cleaning ......................................... 285
Correct usage .................................. 42
Fastening ......................................... 43
Important safety guidelines ............. 41
Introduction ..................................... 41
Releasing ......................................... 43
Warning lamp ................................. 230
Warning lamp (function) ................... 44
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 94
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 94
Adjusting (Performance Seat) .......... 96
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port .................................................. 96
Adjusting the head restraint ............ 95
Cleaning the cover ......................... 284
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 254
Important safety notes .................... 92
Seat heating problem ...................... 97
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ............................................... 101
Switching seat heating on/off ......... 96
Section
Cargo compartment ......................... 77
Securing a load
see Securing cargo
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Securing cargo ..................................255
Selecting a gear
see Automatic transmission
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 282
Service menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................198
Service message
see ASSYST PLUS
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 337
Coolant (engine) ............................ 337
Engine oil ....................................... 336
Fuel ................................................ 334
Important safety notes .................. 334
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 338
Washer fluid ................................... 338
Setting a speed
see Cruise control
Setting the air distribution ...............120
Setting the airflow ............................ 120
Setting the date/time format
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Setting the language
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Setting the time
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 200
On-board computer ....................... 198
SETUP (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .................. 201
Side impact air bag .............................46
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 216
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 281
Convenience closing feature ............ 85
Convenience opening feature ..........84
Important safety information ........... 83
Opening/closing .............................. 84
Problem (malfunction) .....................86
Resetting .........................................86
Reversing feature .............................83
SIRIUS services
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Situation-dependent braking
assistance
Function/notes ................................ 63
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 72
Changing the programming .............71
Checking the battery .......................72
Convenience closing feature ............ 85
Convenience opening feature .......... 84
Display message ............................ 229
Door central locking/unlocking .......69
Important safety notes .................... 69
KEYLESS-GO start function .............. 71
Loss .................................................73
Mechanical key ................................ 71
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 125
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 73
Starting the engine ........................ 127
SmartKey positions (ignition
lock) ....................................................125
SMS
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Snow chains ...................................... 307
Sockets
Center console .............................. 260
General notes ................................ 260
Luggage compartment ................... 260
Rear compartment ......................... 260
Sound
Switching on/off ........................... 243
Special seat belt retractor .................. 54
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 199
Digital ............................................ 193
In the Instrument cluster ................. 32
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19
Segments ...................................... 188
Selecting the display unit ............... 198
SPORT handling mode
Deactivating/activating
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ................ 65
Warning lamp ................................. 236
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 215
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Start-off assist
Activating ....................................... 166
Important safety notes .................. 166
Start/Stop button
Removing ....................................... 126
Starting the engine ........................ 127
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 126
STEER CONTROL .................................. 67
Steering
Display message ............................ 228
Steering assistant STEER CONTROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (manually) ........................ 97
Button overview ............................... 33
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 189
Cleaning ......................................... 284
Important safety notes .................... 97
Paddle shifters ............................... 140
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 140
Stopwatch (RACETIMER) ................... 201
Stowage compartments
Armrest (front) ............................... 251
Armrest (under) ............................. 252
Center console .............................. 251
Center console (rear) ..................... 252
Cup holders ................................... 257
Eyeglasses compartment ............... 251
Glove box ....................................... 251
Important safety information ......... 250
Map pockets .................................. 252
Stowage net ................................... 252
Stowage net ....................................... 252
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tires ..................................... 306
Sun visor ............................................ 258
Suspension setting
AMG adaptive sport suspension
system ........................................... 168
SVHC (Substances of Very High
Concern) ............................................... 28
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 122
Switching on media mode
Via the device list .......................... 248
T
Tachometer ........................................ 188
Tail lamps
see Lights
Tailgate
Display message ............................ 227
Emergency unlocking ....................... 82
Important safety notes .................... 77
Limiting the opening angle ............... 82
Obstruction detection ...................... 78
Opening dimensions ...................... 339
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 78
Opening/closing automatically
from inside ....................................... 81
Opening/closing automatically
from outside .................................... 79
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 32
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 334
Information .................................... 332
Tires/wheels ................................. 329
Vehicle data ................................... 339
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 196
Authorizing a mobile phone (con-
necting) ......................................... 246
Authorizing a mobile phone via
the device manager (connecting) ... 247
Connecting a mobile phone
(device manager) ........................... 247
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Connecting a mobile phone (gen-
eral information) ............................ 246
Display message ............................ 228
Introduction ...................................195
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 195
Number from the phone book ........196
Redialing ........................................ 196
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 196
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ..................................................242
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 189
Coolant (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...............200
Engine oil (on-board computer,
Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...............200
Outside temperature ......................188
Setting (climate control) ................ 119
Transmission oil (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 200
Through-loading feature ................... 253
Timing (RACETIMER) ......................... 201
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 311
Checking manually ........................ 310
Display message ............................ 223
Maximum ....................................... 310
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 291
Notes ............................................. 309
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 291
Recommended ............................... 307
Tire pressure loss warning system
General notes ................................ 310
Important safety notes .................. 311
Restarting ...................................... 311
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 313
Function/notes .............................311
General notes ................................ 311
Important safety notes .................. 312
Radio type approval for the tire
pressure monitor ........................... 315
Restarting ...................................... 314
Warning lamp ................................. 241
Warning message .......................... 313
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 289
Important safety notes .................. 289
Storage location ............................ 287
Tire pressure not reached .............. 291
Tire pressure reached .................... 291
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 324
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 323
Bar (definition) ............................... 323
Changing a wheel .......................... 325
Characteristics .............................. 323
Checking ........................................ 304
Curb weight (definition) ................. 324
Definition of terms ......................... 323
Direction of rotation ...................... 326
Display message ............................ 223
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 325
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 323
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 322
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 324
General notes ................................ 329
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 324
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) (definition) ......................... 324
Important safety notes .................. 304
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 324
Information on driving .................... 304
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 324
Labeling (overview) ........................ 320
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 325
Load index ..................................... 322
Load index (definition) ................... 324
M+S tires ....................................... 306
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 324
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 324
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 324
Maximum tire load ......................... 322
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 324
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MOExtended tires .......................... 306
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 325
PSI (pounds per square inch)
(definition) .....................................324
Replacing ....................................... 325
Service life ..................................... 305
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 325
Speed rating (definition) ................ 324
Storing ...........................................326
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 323
Summer tires ................................. 306
Temperature .................................. 319
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 325
Tire bead (definition) ......................325
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 324
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 324
Tire size (data) ............................... 329
Tire size designation, load-bear-
ing capacity, speed rating .............. 320
Tire tread ....................................... 305
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 325
Total load limit (definition) ............. 325
Traction ......................................... 319
Traction (definition) ....................... 325
Tread wear ..................................... 319
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 319
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 323
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 325
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 324
see Flat tire
Tool
see Vehicle tool kit
Top Tether ............................................ 56
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 301
Important safety notes .................. 298
Installing the towing eye ................ 299
Removing the towing eye ............... 299
Towing
Permitted towing methods ............ 300
Towing a trailer
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 66
Towing away
Important safety guidelines ........... 298
Installing the towing eye ................ 299
Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 301
Removing the towing eye ............... 299
Transporting the vehicle ................ 300
With both axles on the ground ....... 300
With the front axle raised ............... 299
Towing eye ......................................... 287
Traction system
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Traffic reports
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 134
Transporting the vehicle .................. 300
Traveling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 156
Driving downhill ............................. 156
Maximum gradient-climbing
capability ....................................... 156
Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 284
Trip computer (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 192
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 192
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 193
Trunk
Emergency release button ............... 83
Opening (from outside the vehi-
cle, HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .............. 80
Trunk lid
see Tailgate
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 214
Replacing bulbs (front) ................... 108
Switching on/off ........................... 104
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 332
Installation ..................................... 332
Transmission output (maximum) .... 332
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Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 76
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 75
Upshift indicator (on-board com-
puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 200
USB devices
Connecting to the Media Inter-
face ...............................................249
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........259
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 225
Equipment ....................................... 26
Individual settings .......................... 198
Limited Warranty .............................28
Loading .......................................... 316
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 77
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 69
Lowering ........................................ 329
Maintenance .................................... 26
Parking for a long period ................ 148
Pulling away ................................... 128
Raising ........................................... 327
REACH Regulation ........................... 28
Reporting problems ......................... 28
Securing from rolling away ............ 326
Transporting .................................. 300
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 76
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 69
Vehicle data ................................... 339
Vehicle battery
see Battery (vehicle)
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 339
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 340
Maximum gradient climbing abil-
ity .................................................. 340
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 339
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 77
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 333
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 287
Ventilation
Setting the vents ........................... 123
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 195
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
VIN
Seat ............................................... 334
Type plate ...................................... 333
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 233
Active Brake Assist ........................ 240
Brakes ........................................... 232
Check Engine ................................. 238
Coolant .......................................... 238
Distance warning ........................... 240
ESP®.............................................. 235
ESP®OFF ....................................... 236
Fuel tank ........................................ 238
Overview .......................................... 32
Reserve fuel ................................... 238
Restraint system ............................ 237
Seat belt ........................................ 230
SPORT handling mode ................... 236
Tire pressure monitor .................... 241
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 228
Weather display (COMAND)
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 242
Wheel and tire combinations
Tires ............................................... 329
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 329
Wheel chock ...................................... 326
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 325
Checking ........................................ 304
Cleaning ......................................... 281
Emergency spare wheel ................. 330
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Important safety notes .................. 304
Information on driving .................... 304
Interchanging/changing ................ 325
Mounting a new wheel ................... 328
Removing a wheel .......................... 328
Storing ........................................... 326
Tightening torque ........................... 329
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 329
Wheels and tires
Changing a wheel .......................... 326
Window curtain air bag
Display message ............................ 211
Operation ......................................... 47
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 120
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 276
Important safety notes .................. 338
Windshield wipers
Display message ............................ 228
Problem (malfunction) ................... 112
Rear window wiper ........................ 110
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 110
Switching on/off ........................... 109
Winter driving
Slippery road surfaces ................... 153
Snow chains .................................. 307
Winter operation
General notes ................................ 306
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 306
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 282
Important safety notes .................. 110
Replacing (rear window) ................ 112
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 284
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 120
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Introduction
The printed Operator's Manual provides information about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides
comprehensive and specifically adapted information on your vehicle's equipment and multimedia system. You can call up the Digital
Operator's Manual via the multimedia system.
You will not incur any costs when calling
i
up the Digital Operator's Manual. The Digital
Operator's Manual works without connecting to the Internet.
There are three ways to access the topics of
the Digital Operator's Manual:
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Visual search
The visual search allows you to explore your
vehicle "virtually". Starting from either the
vehicle exterior view or interior view, you
can access many of the different topics covered by the Digital Operator's Manual. To
access the vehicle interior section, select
the "Vehicle interior" view.
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Keyword search
The keyword search allows you to search for
a keyword by entering characters.
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Contents
You can select individual sections in the
contents.
The Digital Operator's Manual is deactiva-
i
ted for safety reasons while driving.
Operation
Calling up the Digital Operator's
Manual
X
Press the Ø button in the center console.
The overview relating to the vehicle appears.
X
Select the "Operator's Manual" menu item
by turning 3 or pressing 7 the controller.
X
Confirm 7 the message about the warning
and safety notes.
The basic menu for the Digital Operator's
Manual appears.
Operating the Digital Operator's
Manual
General notes
Please observe the information about the
operation of the controller (Y page 243).
Content pages
The content pages can be accessed by means
of a visual search, a keyword search or using
the contents.
X
To scroll forwards/backwards: turn 3
the controller.
To display in full-screen or animation:
X
slide 8 the controller to the left :.
To select information texts or save book-
X
marks: slide 9 the controller to the
right ;.
X
To select a link: slide 6 the controller
downwards =.
X
To exit a content page: select % sym-
bol ?.
To call up the basic menu of the Digital
X
Operator's Manual: select Þ symbol
A.
To switch functions to the multimedia
X
system using the buttons on the center
console: press the $, %, Õ or
Ø button.
The selected menu appears. The Digital
Operator's Manual remains open in the
background.
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Protecting the environment
General notes
Environmental note
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Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:
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operating conditions of your vehicle
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your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
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avoid short trips as these increase fuel
consumption.
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always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
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do not carry any unnecessary weight.
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remove roof racks once you no longer
need them.
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a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
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always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
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do not depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
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do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary.
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drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.
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avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
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change gear in good time and use each
gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine
speed.
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switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
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keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.
Environmental concerns and recommendations
Wherever the Operator's Manual requires 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:
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doors
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door pillars
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door sills
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seats
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cockpit
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instrument cluster
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center console
Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety which
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have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only
genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal
quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories
that have been specifically approved for your
vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected
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for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Therefore, only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
should be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) when ordering genuine MercedesBenz parts (Y page 333).
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all mod-
i
els and all standard and optional equipment
of your vehicle available at the time of this
Operator's Manual going to print. Countryspecific differences are possible. Bear in
mind that your vehicle may not feature all
functions described here. This also applies
to safety-relevant systems and functions.
The equipment in your vehicle may therefore
differ from that shown in the descriptions
and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Maintenance
Always bring the Maintenance Booklet with
you when taking the vehicle to an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center. Your customer service
advisor will enter every service into your Maintenance Booklet on your behalf.
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 the vehicle
document wallet.
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 Warranty 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 all 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 Warranty 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.
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Operating safety
Declarations of conformity
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the two 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."
Diagnostic connector
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Only connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, which is approved
for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
WARNING
G
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict
the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed
pedal. The operating and road safety of the
vehicle is jeopardized. There is a risk of an
accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not
use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another.
If the engine is switched off and equip-
!
ment on the diagnostics connection is used,
the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This may
lead to the vehicle failing to meet the requirements of the next emissions test during the
main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required
on your vehicle. This is especially the case for
work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
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alterations, installation work and modifications
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work on electronic components
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
R
technical data for the vehicle
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
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Information about the REACH decree
The REACH regulation (Regulation (EC) no.
1907/2006, Article 33) lays down an information obligation for substances of very high concern (SVHC).
Daimler AG acts in good faith to avoid using
these SVHCs and to allow the customer to
handle these substances safely. In accordance
with supplier information and internal product
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information from Daimler AG, SVHCs that
account for more than 0.1 percent by weight
of individual products in this vehicle are
known.
More detailed information can be found at the
following addresses:
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http://www.daimler.com/reach (German
version)
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http://www.daimler.com/reach/en
(English version)
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 an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact us at one of the
following addresses.
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes-Benz Drive
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
Customer Relations Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Limited Warranty
Observe the notes in this Operator's Man-
!
ual regarding the correct operation of your
vehicle and possible damage to the vehicle.
Damage to the vehicle which is caused by
violation of these notes is not covered by
the Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or the
new or used-vehicle warranty.
QR code for rescue card
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 code to quickly find the appropriate
rescue card 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
www.mercedes-benz.de/qr-code.
Data storage
Data storage
A wide range of electronic components in your
vehicle contain data memories.
These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:
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the vehicle's operating state
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incidents
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malfunctions
In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a
system or the surroundings.
These include, for example:
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operating conditions of system components.
For example, fluid levels
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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
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malfunctions and defects in important system components, e.g. lights, brakes
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vehicle reactions and operating conditions
in special driving situations, e.g. air bag
deployment, intervention of stability control
systems
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ambient conditions, e.g. outside temperature
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This data is of an exclusively technical nature
and can be used to:
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assist in recognizing and rectifying malfunctions and defects
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analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an accident
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optimize vehicle functions
The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's
movements.
When your vehicle is serviced, technical information can be read from the event data memory and malfunction data memory.
Services include, for example:
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repair services
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service processes
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warranties
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quality assurance
The vehicle is read out by employees of the
service network (including the manufacturer)
using special diagnostic testers. 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.
Examples include:
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accident reports
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damage to the vehicle
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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/Mercedes me connect
(Canada: TELEAID)
If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or
Mercedes me connect, additional data about
the vehicle's operation, the use of the vehicle
in certain situations, and the location of the
vehicle is compiled through COMAND or the
Mercedes me connect system.
For additional information, please refer to the
COMAND User Manual or Digital Operator's
Manual and/or the Mercedes me connect
Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
USA only:
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). This vehicle is equipped with
an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or
near crash-like situations, such as an air bag
deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data
that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed
to record data relating 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:
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How various systems in your vehicle were
operating
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Whether or not the driver and passenger
safety belts were buckled/fastened
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How far (if at all) the driver was depressing
the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,
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How fast the vehicle was traveling
These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are 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 enforcement
could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired
during a crash investigation.
Access to the vehicle and/or the EDR is needed to read data that is recorded by an EDR,
and special equipment is required. 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
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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 govern-
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ment; in connection with or arising out of litigation involving MBUSA or its subsidiaries and
affiliates; or, as required by law.
Warning: The EDR is a component of the
Restraint System Module. Tampering with,
altering, modifying or removing the EDR component may result in a malfunction of the
Restraint System 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.
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General information
Information on license for free and opensource 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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Microsoft®and Windows media®are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
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SIRIUS®is a registered trademark of Sirius
XM Radio Inc.
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HD Radio™ is a registered trademark of
iBiquity Digital Corporation.
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Gracenote®is a registered trademark of
Gracenote, Inc.
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ZAGAT Survey®and related brands are registered trademarks of Zagat Survey, LLC.
Registered trademarks
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Bluetooth®is a registered trademark of
Bluetooth SIG Inc.
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DTS™ is a registered trademark of DTS, Inc.
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Dolby®and MLP™ are registered trademarks of DOLBY Laboratories.
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BabySmart™, ESP®and PRE-SAFE®are registered trademarks of Daimler AG.
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HomeLink®is a registered trademark of
Johnson Controls.
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iPod®and iTunes®are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
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Logic7®is a registered trademark of Harman International Industries.
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At a glance
Function Page
:
Steering wheel paddle shifters 140
;
Combination switch 104
=
Instrument cluster 32
?
Horn
A
DIRECT SELECT lever 134
B
Parking Assist PARKTRONIC
warning display 173
C
Overhead control panel 38
Function Page
D
Climate control systems 113
E
Ignition lock 125
F
Adjusts the steering wheel 97
G
Cruise control lever 157
H
Electric parking brake 146
I
Light switch 102
J
Diagnostics connection 27
K
Opens the hood 273
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Instrument cluster
At a glance
Function Page
:
Speedometer with segments 188
Warning and indicator
lamps:
L Low-beam headlamps
T Parking lamps
K High-beam headlamps
÷ ESP
Electric parking brake
applied (red)
F (USA only)
! (Canada only)
! Electric parking brake
(yellow) 237
· Distance warning
å ESP®OFF
! ABS malfunctioning
Braking 232
$ (USA only)
J (Canada only)
;
#! Turn signals
®
103
103
104
235
237
240
235
233
104
Function Page
=
Multifunction display 191
?
Tachometer 188
6 Restraint system
ü Seat belt not fastened
M SPORT handling mode
(Mercedes-AMG vehicles) 236
R Rear fog lamp
N Fog lamps
; Check Engine
h Tire pressure monitor
A
Coolant temperature gauge 189
Warning and indicator
lamps:
? Coolant too hot/cold
B
Fuel level indicator
Warning and indicator
lamps:
æ Reserve fuel
C
Instrument cluster lighting 188
40
230
103
103
238
241
238
238
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Multifunction steering wheel
Multifunction steering wheel
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At a glance
Function Page
:
Multifunction display 191
;
Multimedia system display
=
~ Rejects or ends a call
6 Makes or accepts a
call
Further telephone functions 195
WXAdjusts volume
8 Mute
? Switches on voice-
operated control for navigation or the Voice Control
System
i In vehicles with multimedia system
Audio 20 you can find further information:
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on the multimedia system in the Digital
Operator's Manual
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on voice-controlled navigation in the manufacturer's operating instructions
Function Page
?
ò Opens the menu list
9:Selects a menu
a Confirms the selection
% Back
Operates the on-board com-
puter 189
? Switches off voice-
operated control for navigation or the Voice Control
System
i In vehicles with multimedia system
COMAND you can find further information:
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on the multimedia system in the Digital
Operator's Manual
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on the DVD changer or single DVD drive
in the Digital Operator's Manual
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on the Voice Control System in 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
:
Multimedia system; see the
Digital Operator's Manual
;
c Seat heating
Mercedes-AMG vehicles:
AMG adaptive sport suspension system (left side) 168
Mercedes-AMG vehicles:
adjusts the exhaust flap of
the AMG performance
exhaust system (right side) 130
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à Downhill Speed Regulation 169
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c Parking Assist
PARKTRONIC 173
96
Function Page
A
è ECO start/stop function 129
B
£ Hazard warning lamps
C
PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator lamps 40
D
DYNAMIC SELECT button 132
å Mercedes-AMG vehi-
cles: ESP
E
Activates the driving dynamics display (vehicles with the
ON&OFFROAD package) 171
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104
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Center console, lower section
Center console
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At a glance
Function Page
:
Ashtray 259
Cigarette lighter 259
Socket 260
Stowage compartment 250
;
Cup holder 257
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Cup holder 257
Function Page
?
Stowage compartment with
Media Interface 250
A
Multimedia system controller; see Digital Operator's
Manual
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Center console
36
At a glance
Mercedes-AMG vehicles
i
:
;
=
Function Page
Ashtray 259
Cigarette lighter 259
Socket 260
Stowage compartment 250
Selector lever 136
Manual gearshifting (permanent setting) 140
Function Page
?
DYNAMIC SELECT controller 133
A
Cup holder 257
B
Stowage compartment with
Media Interface 250
C
Multimedia system controller; see Digital Operator's
Manual
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Door control panel
Door control panel
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At a glance
Function Page
:
Opens the door 75
;
%&Unlocks/locks
the vehicle 75
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r45= Saves
the seat and exterior mirror
settings 101
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Adjusts the seats electrically 94
A
7 Z ö \
Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in/out electrically 98
Function Page
B
W Opens/closes the side
windows 84
C
n Activates/deactivates
the override feature for the
side windows in the rear
passenger compartment 59
D
q Opens the cargo compartment 79
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Overhead control panel
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Overhead control panel
At a glance
Function Page
:
u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off 105
;
p Switches the righthand reading lamp on/off 105
=
| Switches the front
interior lighting/automatic
interior lighting control off 105
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ï MB Info call button
A
Rear view mirror 99
B
Sets the compass 271
C
Buttons for the garage door
opener 268
D
G Emergency call/SOS
button 261
263
Function Page
E
F Breakdown assistance
call button 263
F
Eyeglasses compartment 251
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3 Opens/closes the
panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel with roller
sunblinds 88
H
c Switches the front
interior lighting on 105
I
p Switches the left-hand
reading lamp on/off 105
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Panic alarm
X
To activate: press and hold the
! button : for approx. one second.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed.
X
To deactivate: press ! button : again.
or
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function
or KEYLESS‑GO
X
Press the Start/Stop button.
The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.
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 includes the following
components:
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seat belt system
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air bags
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child restraint system
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child seat securing systems
The components of the restraint system work
in conjunction with each other. They can only
deploy their protective function if, at all times,
all vehicle occupants:
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have fastened their seat belts correctly
(Y page 42)
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have the seat and head restraint adjusted
properly (Y page 92)
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 (Y page 92).
You also have to make sure that an air bag can
inflate properly if deployed (Y page 44).
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 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"
(Y page 51).
See "Children in the vehicle" for information
on children traveling with you in the vehicle as
well as on child restraint systems
(Y page 53).
Important safety notes
WARNING
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Modifications to the restraint system may
cause it to no longer work as intended. The
restraint system may then not perform its
intended protective function and may fail in
an accident or trigger 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.
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If it is necessary to modify components of the
restraint 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).
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use
driving aids which have been approved specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.
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 on
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.
A malfunction has occurred if the 6
restraint system warning lamp:
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does not light up after the ignition is
switched on
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does not go out after a few seconds with the
engine running
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lights up again while the engine is running
WARNING
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If the restraint system is malfunctioning,
restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may not deploy as
intended during an accident. This can affect
for example the Emergency Tensioning
Device or the air bag. 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 indicator lamp
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp :
and PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp ; are part of the Occupant Classification System (OCS).
The indicator lamps display the status of the
front-passenger front air bag.
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PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60
seconds, subsequently both indicator lamps
are off (PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and OFF):
the front-passenger front air bag is able to
deploy in the event of an accident.
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PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the
front-passenger front air bag is deactivated.
It will then not be deployed in the event of
an accident.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp
is off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the frontpassenger front air bag. The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off.
Depending on the person in the frontpassenger 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.
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Children in a child restraint system:
whether the front-passenger front air bag is
enabled or deactivated depends on the
installed child restraint system, and the age
and size of the child. Therefore, be sure to
observe the notes on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (Y page 47) and on
"Children in the vehicle" (Y page 53).
There you will also find instructions on rearward and forward-facing child restraint systems on the front-passenger seat.
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All other persons: depending on the classification of the person in the front-passenger
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seat, the front-passenger front air bag is
enabled or deactivated (Y page 47). Be
sure to observe the notes on "Seat
belts“ (Y page 41) and "Air bags"
(Y page 44). There you can also find information on the correct seat position.
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:
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Seat belts
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Emergency Tensioning Devices for the front
seat belts and the outer seat belts in the
rear
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Seat belt force limiters for the front seat
belts and the outer seat belts in the rear
If the seat belt is pulled out of the belt outlet
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 seat belt force limiter helps
to reduce the force exerted by the seat belt on
the vehicle occupant.
The seat 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 not occupied,
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do not engage the seat belt tongue in the
buckle on the front-passenger seat. Otherwise, in the event of an accident the Emergency Tensioning Device and the side
impact air bag, in addition to other systems,
may be triggered and have to be replaced.
Important safety notes
The use of seat belts 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
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 not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function.
An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also
cause injuries, for example, in the event of
an accident or when braking or changing
direction abruptly. This poses an increased
risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Always ensure that all vehicle occupants
have their seat belts fastened correctly and
are sitting properly.
The components of the restraint system work
in conjunction with each other. They can only
deploy their protective function if, at all times,
all vehicle occupants:
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have fastened their seat belts correctly
(Y page 42)
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have the seat and head restraint adjusted
properly (Y page 92)
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
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the shoulder section of your seat belt is
routed across the center of your shoulder.
WARNING
G
Persons less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall cannot
wear the seat belt correctly without an additional and suitable restraint system. If the
seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function. An
incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause
Safety
injuries, for example, in the event of an accident or when braking or changing direction
abruptly. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
For this reason, always secure persons
under 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable additional
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 on "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 53) in addition to the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
and operating instructions
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always observe the instructions and safety
notes on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (Y page 47)
WARNING
G
The seat belts may not perform their intended protective function if:
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they are damaged, modified, extremely
dirty, bleached 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 have been
modified.
Seat belts may be damaged in an accident,
although the damage may not be visible, e.g.
due to splinters of glass. Modified or dam-
aged 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 and inertia
reels. Make sure that the seat belts are
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.
Sports seat or AMG Performance seat: this
seat is designed for the standard three-point
seat belt. If you install another multi-point seat
belt, e.g. sport or racing seat belts, the
restraint system cannot provide the best level
of protection.
WARNING
G
If you feed seat belts through the opening in
the seat backrest, the seat backrest may be
damaged or may even break in the event of
an accident. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Only use the standard three-point seat belt.
Never modify the seat belt system.
Proper use of the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 41).
Every vehicle occupant must observe the following notes to ensure a properly worn seat
belt can provide full protection. 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 seat belt buckle tongue is inserted only
into the belt buckle belonging to that seat
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the seat belt is pulled tight across your body
Avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter
coat.
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the seat belt is not twisted
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Only then can the forces which occur be distributed over the area of the belt.
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the shoulder section of the belt is routed
across the center of your shoulder
The shoulder section of the seat belt should
not touch your neck or be routed under your
arm or behind your back. Where possible,
adjust the seat belt to the appropriate
height.
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the lap belt is taut and passes across your
lap as low down as possible
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
Infants and children must never travel sit-
ting on the lap of a vehicle occupant. In the
event 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
Also ensure that there are never objects
between a person and the seat, e.g. cushions.
Seat belts are only intended to secure and
restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the
"Loading guidelines" for securing objects, luggage or loads (Y page 250).
Fastening and adjusting the seat belts
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 41) and the notes on correct use of
seat belts (Y page 42).
Occupant safety
Basic illustration
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Adjust the seat (Y page 92).
The seat backrest must be in an almost
upright position.
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Pull the seat belt smoothly from the belt
outlet.
X
Engage seat belt tongue ; in belt
buckle :.
X
If necessary, pull up on the shoulder section
of the seat belt to tighten the belt across
your body.
The shoulder section of the seat belt must
always be routed across the center of the
shoulder. Adjust the belt outlet if necessary.
X
To raise: slide the belt outlet up.
The belt outlet will engage in various positions.
X
To lower: hold belt outlet release = and
slide the belt outlet down.
X
Let go of belt outlet release = in the
desired position and make sure that the belt
outlet 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 54).
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Safety
Make sure that the seat belt is fully rolled
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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 can no longer fulfill their
protective function and must be replaced.
Visit a qualified specialist workshop.
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X
Press the release button in the belt buckle,
hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the
belt back.
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.
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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 the front doors
are closed and the driver's or front-passenger
seat belt has not been fastened, the 7 seat
belt warning lamp lights up again after the six
seconds. As soon as the driver's and frontpassenger 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. The warning tone switches off
after six seconds or once 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.
Air bags
Introduction
The installation point of an airbag can be recognized by the AIRBAG marking.
An airbag complements the correctly fastened
seat belt. It is no substitute for the seat belt.
When deployed, an airbag can increase the
protection provided for the respective vehicle
occupant.
Not all airbags are deployed in an accident.
The various airbags work independently of
each other (Y page 51).
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 airbag due to the high speed at
which the airbag must be deployed.
Important safety notes
WARNING
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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.
All vehicle occupants must observe the following notes to avoid risks posed by the airbag
when it deploys.
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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 airbag to be fully deployed.
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Always lean against the backrest while driving. Do not lean forward or lean against the
door or side window. You may otherwise be
in the deployment area of the airbags.
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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 airbag.
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For this reason, always secure persons less
than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable restraint
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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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Secure a child to the front-passenger seat
only when the front-passenger front airbag
is deactivated, and then only in a rearwardfacing child restraint system. The frontpassenger front airbag is deactivated when
the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit continuously (Y page 40).
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Always observe the instructions and safety
notes on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (Y page 47) and on "Children
in the vehicle" (Y page 53) in addition to
the child restraint system manufacturer's
installation and operating instructions.
Objects in the vehicle interior may restrict
the airbag from functioning correctly. To
avoid risks resulting from the speed of the airbag as it deploys, vehicle occupants must
ensure the following points.
Before commencing your journey, ensure that:
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there are no people, animals or objects
between the vehicle occupants and an airbag
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there are no objects between the seat, door
and B-pillar
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there are no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers,
hanging on the grab handles or coat hooks
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no accessories, such as cup holders, are
attached to the vehicle within the deployment area of an airbag, e.g. to doors, side
windows, rear side trim or side walls
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no heavy, sharp-edged or fragile objects are
in the pockets of your clothing. Store such
objects in a suitable place
WARNING
G
If you modify the cover of an air bag or affix
objects such as stickers to it, the air bag
can no longer perform its intended function.
There is an increased risk of injury.
Never modify the cover of an air bag 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 of the 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.
Front air bags
Do not place heavy objects on the front-
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passenger seat. This could cause the system to identify the seat as being occupied.
In the event of an accident, the restraint
systems on the front-passenger side may be
triggered and have to be replaced.
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.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
informs you about the status of the frontpassenger front air bag (Y page 40).
The front-passenger front air bag will only
deploy if:
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the system, based on the OCS weight sensor readings, detects that the front-
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passenger seat is occupied (Y page 47).
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is not lit (Y page 47)
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the restraint system control unit predicts a
high accident severity
Knee bags
Safety
Driver's knee bag : deploys under the steering column and front-passenger knee bag ;
under the glove box. The driver's and frontpassenger knee bags are triggered together
with the front air bags.
The driver's and front-passenger knee bags
offer additional thigh, knee and lower leg protection for the occupants in the front seats.
Side impact air bags
WARNING
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Unsuitable seat covers can obstruct or prevent 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 operation of the occupant classification system
(OCS) could be adversely affected. 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.
Front side impact air bags : and rear 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. It also offers
additional pelvis protection for occupants in
the front seats. However, it does not protect
the:
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head
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neck
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arms
If the restraint system control unit detects a
side impact, the side impact air bag is
deployed on the side on which the impact
occurs.
The side impact air bag on the front passenger
side deploys under the following conditions:
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the OCS system detects that the front
passenger seat is occupied or
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the seat belt buckle tongue is engaged in
the belt buckle of the front passenger seat
If the belt tongue is engaged in the belt
buckle, the side impact air bag on the front
passenger side deploys if an appropriate accident situation occurs. In this case, deployment
is independent of whether the front passenger
seat is occupied or not.
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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.
If the restraint system control unit detects 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 51).
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Introduction
The Occupant Classification System (OCS) categorizes the person in the front-passenger
seat. Depending on that result, the frontpassenger front air bag and front-passenger
knee bag are either enabled or deactivated.
The system does not deactivate:
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the side impact air bag
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the window curtain air bag
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the Emergency Tensioning Devices
Requirements
To be classified correctly, the front passenger
must sit:
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with the seat belt fastened correctly
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in an almost upright position with their back
against the seat backrest
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with their feet resting on the floor, if possible
If the front passenger does not observe these
conditions, OCS may produce a false classification, e.g. because the front passenger:
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transfers their weight by supporting themselves on a vehicle armrest
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sits in such a way that their weight is raised
from the seat cushion
If it is absolutely necessary to install a child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat,
be sure to observe the correct positioning of
the child restraint system. Never place objects
under or behind the child restraint system, e.g.
a cushion. The entire base of the child
restraint system must always rest on the seat
cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the forward-facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible 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.
Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function
correctly. Always observe the child restraint
system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.
Occupant Classification System operation (OCS)
Safety
:
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp
;
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
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The indicator lamps inform you whether the
front-passenger front air bag is deactivated or
enabled.
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Press the Start/Stop button once or twice,
or turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock.
The system carries out self-diagnostics.
The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must
light up simultaneously for approximately six
seconds.
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The indicator lamps display the status of the
front-passenger front air bag.
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PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for
60 seconds, subsequently both indicator
lamps are off (PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and
OFF): the front-passenger front air bag is
able to deploy in the event of an accident.
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PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the
front-passenger front air bag is deactivated.
It will then not be deployed in the event of
an accident.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp
is off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the frontpassenger front air bag. The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off.
If the status of the front-passenger front air
bag changes while the vehicle is in motion, an
air bag display message appears in the instrument cluster (Y page 213). When the frontpassenger seat is occupied, always pay attention to the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp. Be aware of the status of the frontpassenger front air bag both before and during
the journey.
WARNING
G
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag
is disabled. It will not be deployed in the
event of an accident and cannot perform its
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.
When the front-passenger seat is occupied,
always ensure that:
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the classification of the person in the
front-passenger seat is correct and the
front-passenger front air bag is enabled or
disabled in accordance with the person in
the front-passenger seat
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the front-passenger seat has been moved
back as far back as possible.
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the person is seated correctly.
Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front-passenger
front air bag is correct.
WARNING
G
If you secure a child in a rearward-facing
child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat and the PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp is off, the frontpassenger 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 deactivated. The PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.
NEVER use a rearward-facing child restraint
on a seat protected by an ACTIVE FRONT
AIRBAG in front of it; DEATH or SERIOUS
INJURY to the child can occur.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
stays off, do not install a rearward-facing child
restraint system on the front-passenger seat.
You can find more information on OCS under
"Problems with the Occupant Classification
System" (Y page 51).
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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.
Always move the front-passenger seat as far
back as possible and fully retract the seat
cushion length. 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 sash
guide. If necessary, adjust the vehicle belt
sash guide and the front-passenger seat
accordingly. Always observe the child
restraint system manufacturer's installation
instructions.
If OCS determines that:
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The front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp
lights up after the self-test and remains lit.
This indicates that the front-passenger front
air bag is deactivated.
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The front-passenger seat is occupied by a
child of up to twelve months old, in a standard child restraint system, the PASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up after
the self-test and remains lit. This indicates
that the front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated.
But even in the case of a twelve-month-old
child, in a standard child restraint system,
the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp can go out after the self-test. This indicates that the front-passenger front air bag
is activated. The result of the classification
is dependent on, among other factors, the
child restraint system and the child's stat-
ure. It is recommended that you install the
child restraint system on a suitable rear
seat.
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The front-passenger seat is occupied by a
person of smaller stature (e.g. a teenager or
small adult), the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp either lights up and remains
lit after the self-test depending on the result
of the classification or, alternatively, goes
out.
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If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is off, move the front-passenger seat
as far back as possible. Alternatively, a
person of smaller stature can sit on a rear
seat.
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If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp is lit, a person of smaller stature
should not use the front-passenger seat.
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The front-passenger seat is occupied by an
adult or a person of corresponding stature,
the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp goes out after the self-test. This indicates that the front-passenger front air bag
is activated.
If children are traveling in the vehicle, be sure
to observe the notes on "Children in the vehicle" (Y page 53).
When the Occupant Classification System
(OCS) is malfunctioning, the red 6 restraint
system warning lamp on the instrument cluster and the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp light up simultaneously. The frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated in this
case and does not deploy during an accident.
Have the Occupant Classification System
(OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz
recommends that you use an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.
If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or
the seat cushion are damaged, have the necessary repair work carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized MercedesBenz Center for this purpose.
For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use seat accessories that
have been approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Deployment of the driver's air bag does not
mean that the front-passenger front air bag
deploys as well. The Occupant Classification
System (OCS) categorizes the occupant on the
front-passenger seat. Depending on that
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result, the front-passenger front air bag is
either enabled or deactivated.
Self-check by the Occupant Classification System (OCS)
DANGER
G
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps do
not both light up during the self-test, the
system is malfunctioning. The front-
Safety
passenger front air bag might be triggered
unintentionally or might not be triggered at
all in the event of an accident with high
deceleration. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
In this case the front-passenger seat may
not be used. Do not install a child restraint
system on the front-passenger seat. Have
the Occupant Classification System (OCS)
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
G
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp remains lit after the self-test, the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated. It will
not be deployed in the event of an accident.
In this case, the front-passenger front air
bag cannot perform its intended protective
function, e.g. when a person is seated in the
front-passenger seat.
That person could, 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.
When the front-passenger seat is occupied,
always ensure that:
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the classification of the person in the
front-passenger seat is correct and the
front-passenger front air bag is enabled or
deactivated in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat
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the person is seated properly with a correctly fastened seatbelt
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the front-passenger seat has been moved
as far back as possible
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator
lamp remains lit when it should not, the
front-passenger seat must not be used. Do
not install a child restraint system on the
front-passenger seat. Have the Occupant
Classification System (OCS) checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop.
WARNING
G
Objects between the seat surface and the
child restraint system could affect OCS
operation. This could result in the frontpassenger air bag not functioning as intended during an accident. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Do not place any objects between the seat
surface and the child restraint system. The
entire base of the child restraint system
must always rest on the seat cushion of the
front-passenger seat. The backrest of the
forward-facing child restraint system must,
as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the front-passenger seat. Always
comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
After the self-test, the PASSENGER AIR BAG
OFF or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator
lamp displays the status of the frontpassenger front airbag (Y page 47). If the
front-passenger front airbag is enabled, the
PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp lights
up for 60 seconds and then goes out.
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp
is off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the frontpassenger front airbag. The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off.
For more information about the OCS, see
"Problems with the Occupant Classification
System" (Y page 51).
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Problems with the Occupant Classification System (OCS)
Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" (Y page 50).
Problem
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
lights up and remains
lit, even though the
front-passenger seat is
occupied by an adult or
a person of a stature
corresponding to that of
an adult.
The PASSENGER AIR
BAG OFF indicator lamp
does not light up
and/or does not stay
on.
The front-passenger
seat is:
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unoccupied
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occupied by the
weight of a child up
to twelve months old
in a child restraint
system
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incorrect.
X
Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person on the front-passenger seat are met (Y page 47).
X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the
front-passenger seat may not be used.
X
Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
OCS is malfunctioning.
X
Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the
child seat.
X
Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests
on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of
the forward-facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the front passenger seat. If necessary,
adjust the position of the front-passenger seat.
X
Make sure that the seat cushion length is fully retracted.
X
When installing the child restraint system, make sure that the
seat belt is tight. Do not pull the seat belt tight using the frontpassenger seat adjustment. This could result in the seat belt and
the child restraint system being pulled too tightly.
X
Check for correct installation of the child restraint system.
Make sure that the head restraint does not apply a load to the
child restraint system. If necessary, adjust the head restraint
accordingly.
X
Make sure that no objects are applying additional weight onto the
seat.
X
If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains off
and/or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp lights up, 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
Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized
Mercedes-Benz Center.
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Safety
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 pro-
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tection 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 func-
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tion for the vehicle occupants in the event of a
crash.
WARNING
G
Emergency Tensioning Devices that have
deployed pyrotechnically are no longer
operational and are unable to perform their
intended protective function. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
Have pyrotechnically triggered Emergency
Tensioning Devices replaced immediately at
a qualified specialist workshop.
If Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered
or air bags are deployed, you will hear a bang,
and some 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.
Provided it is safe to do so, you should leave
the vehicle immediately or open the window in
order to prevent breathing difficulties.
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.
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
Based on the evaluation of this data, the
restraint system control unit triggers the Emergency Tensioning Devices during a head-on or
rear-end 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. You can find further information
under "Restraint system warning lamp"
(Y page 40)
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the seat belt buckle tongue has engaged in
the belt buckle of the respective front seat
The Emergency Tensioning Devices in the rear
passenger 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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Front air bags as well as driver's and frontpassenger knee bags
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Window curtain air bag, if the system determines that deployment can offer additional
protection to that provided by the seat belt
Depending on the person in the frontpassenger seat, the front-passenger front air
bag is either enabled or disabled. The frontpassenger front air bag can be deployed in an
accident only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is off. Observe the information
on the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps
(Y page 40).
Your vehicle has two-stage front air bags.
The activation threshold of the Emergency
Tensioning Devices and the air bags is determined by evaluating the rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration which occurs at various
points in the vehicle. This process is pre-emptive in nature. Deployment should take place
in good time at the start of the collision.
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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 deployed independently of each other
depending on the apparent type of accident.
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Side impact air bags on the side where the
impact takes place, independently of the
Emergency Tensioning Device and the use
of the seat belt on the driver's seat and
outer seats in the second row
The side impact air bag on the front
passenger side deploys under the following
conditions:
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the OCS system detects that the front
passenger seat is occupied or
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the seat belt buckle 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 seat
belt and independently of whether the frontpassenger seat is occupied
R
Emergency Tensioning Devices, if the system determines that deployment can offer
additional protection in this situation
R
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 belt
Not all air bags are deployed in an acci-
i
dent. 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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Head-on collision
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Side impact
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Rollover
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 switched on
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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 engine is switched off and the fuel supply is cut off
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vehicles with Mercedes me connect: automatic emergency call
Children in the vehicle
Important safety 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 a child restraint system on a rear
seat. Children are generally better protected
there.
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 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
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child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.
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always observe the instructions and safety
notes on the "Occupant classification system (OCS)". (Y page 47)
WARNING
G
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 with you 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.
WARNING
G
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 ensure that all vehicle occupants have
their seat belts fastened correctly and are sitting properly. Particular attention must be paid
to children.
Observe the safety notes on the seat belt
(Y page 41) and the notes on correct use of
seat belts (Y page 42).
A booster seat may be necessary to achieve
proper seat belt positioning for children over
40 lbs (18 kg) until they reach a height where
a three-point seat belt can be properly fastened without a booster seat.
Special seatbelt 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 from the belt
outlet.
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.
X
Push the child restraint system down so that
the seat belt is tight and does not loosen.
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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 guide 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 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
If you install a rearward-facing child restraint
system on the center rear seat, the rear seat
armrest must be folded back as far as it will
go.
You can obtain further information about the
correct child restraint system from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
WARNING
G
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 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
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 or loads under "Loading
guidelines" (Y page 250).
WARNING
G
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.
The securing systems of child restraint systems are:
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the seat belt system
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the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings
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the Top Tether anchorages
If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on
the front passenger seat, be sure to observe
the information on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (Y page 47). There you will
also find information on disabling the front
passenger front air bag.
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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
Confirmation that the child restraint system
corresponds to the standards can be found on
an instruction label on the child restraint system. This confirmation can also be found in
the installation instructions that are included
with the child restraint system.
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Observe the warning labels in the vehicle interior and on the child restraint system.
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
securing system
WARNING
G
For LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems in which the child is secured using the
safety belt integrated in the child restraint
system, the maximum permissible weight of
the child and child restraint system together
is 73 lbs (33 kg).
If the child and the child restraint system
together weigh more than 73 lbs (33 kg), the
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system
with integrated safety belt no longer offers
sufficient protection. The LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing system may be overloaded, and the child may not be restrained
in an accident, for example. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
If the child and the child restraint system
together weigh more than 73 lbs (33 kg),
use only a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
restraint system in which the child is also
secured with the vehicle seat belt. Also
secure the child restraint system with the
Top Tether belt, if available.
Regularly check that the permissible gross
weight of the child together with the child
restraint system is still maintained.
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.
X
Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child
restraint system on both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings :.
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) is a standardized securing system for specially designed child
restraint systems on the rear seats. LATCHtype (ISOFIX) securing rings for two LATCHtype (ISOFIX) child restraint systems are installed on the left and right of the 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.
Top Tether
Introduction
Top Tether provides an additional connection
between the child restraint system secured
with a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) system 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
G
If the rear seat backrests are not locked,
they could fold forwards in the event of an
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accident, heavy braking or sudden changes
of direction. As a result, child restraint systems cannot perform their intended protective function. Rear seat backrests that are
not locked can also cause additional injuries, e.g. in the event of an accident. This
poses an increased risk of injury or even
fatal injury.
Always lock 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.
If the rear backrest is not engaged and locked,
the red lock verification indicator will be visible
(Y page 254).
Top Tether anchorages
Vehicles with adjustable head restraints:
X
Move head restraint : up.
X
Route Top Tether belt ? under head
restraint : between the two head restraint
bars.
Vehicles without adjustable head
restraints:
X
Top Tether belt with one belt strap: route
Top Tether belt ? centrally over head
restraint :.
or
Top Tether belt with two belt straps:
X
route one Top Tether belt ? to the left and
one to the right past the side of head
restraint :.
All vehicles:
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
Hook Top Tether hook = of Top Tether
belt ? into Top Tether anchorage ;.
Make sure that:
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Top Tether hook = is hooked into Top
Tether anchorage ; as shown
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Top Tether belt ? is not twisted
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Top Tether belt ? is routed between the
seat backrest and cargo compartment
cover if the cargo compartment cover is
installed
X
Tension Top Tether belt ?. Always comply
with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.
Vehicles with adjustable head restraints:
X
Move head restraint : back down again
slightly if necessary (Y page 96). Make
sure that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt ?.
Safety
The Top Tether anchorages are located on the
rear side of the seat backrests.
Child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat
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
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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 instructions and safety
notes on the "Occupant Classification System
(OCS)" (Y page 47).
You can thus avoid the risks that could arise
as a result of:
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an incorrectly categorized person in the
front-passenger seat
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deactivating the front passenger front air
bag unintentionally
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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 circumstances require you to secure a child
in a rearward-facing child restraint system on
the front-passenger seat, always make sure
that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated. Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
indicator lamp is lit continuously (Y page 40),
is the front passenger front air bag deactivated.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions.
vehicle belt outlet and the front-passenger
seat accordingly.
Always observe the child restraint system
manufacturer's installation and operating
instructions.
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If children are traveling in the vehicle, they
could:
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open doors, thus endangering other people or road users
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exit the vehicle and be caught by oncoming traffic
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operate vehicle equipment and become
trapped
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Always activate the child-proof locks and
override feature if children are traveling in
the vehicle. When leaving the vehicle,
always take the key with you and lock the
vehicle. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
Forward-facing child restraint system
If it is absolutely necessary to install a
forward-facing child restraint system on the
front-passenger seat, always move the frontpassenger seat as far back as possible. Fully
retract the seat cushion length. 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
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 outlet to the shoulder belt guide on
the child restraint system. The shoulder belt
strap must be routed forward and down from
the vehicle belt outlet. If necessary, adjust the
Override feature for:
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the rear doors (Y page 59)
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the rear side windows (Y page 59)
WARNING
G
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 with you and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
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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 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.
Child-proof locks for the rear doors
You secure each door individually with the
child-proof 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.
X
To activate: press the child-proof lock lever
up 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 down in the direction of arrow ;.
Override feature for the rear side windows
X
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.
Pets in the vehicle
WARNING
G
If you leave animals unsupervised or unsecured in the vehicle, they may press buttons
or switches, for instance.
In this way, animals may:
R
activate vehicle equipment and become
trapped, for example
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switch systems on or off and thereby
endanger other road users
Furthermore, unsecured animals may be
flung around inside the vehicle in the event
of an accident or abrupt steering or braking
maneuver, and thereby injure vehicle occupants. There is a risk of accident and injury.
Never leave animals unattended in the vehicle.
Always secure animals properly when driving, for instance with a suitable pet carrier.
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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 60)
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BAS (Brake Assist System) (Y page 61)
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Active Brake Assist (Y page 61)
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ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Safety
(Y page 63)
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EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution)
(Y page 67)
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ADAPTIVE BRAKE (Y page 67)
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STEER CONTROL (Y page 67)
Important safety notes
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 maintaining the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed,
for braking in good time, and for staying in
lane. 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.
The driving safety systems described only
work as effectively as possible when there is
adequate contact between the tires and the
road surface. Please pay special attention to
the notes on tires, recommended minimum
tire tread depths, etc. (Y page 305).
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.
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
General information
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.
The ! ABS warning lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up when the ignition is switched
on. It goes out when the engine is running.
ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph
(8 km/h), regardless of road-surface conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces, even
when you only brake gently.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
WARNING
G
If ABS is malfunctioning, the wheels could
lock when braking. The steerability and
braking characteristics would be severely
affected. There is an increased danger of
skidding and accidents.
Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.
When ABS is malfunctioning, other systems,
including driving safety systems, will also
become inoperative. Observe the information
on the ABS warning lamp (Y page 233) and
display messages which may be shown in the
instrument cluster (Y page 204).
Braking
X
If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the
brake pedal vigorously until the braking situation is over.
X
To make a full brake application: depress
the brake pedal with full force.
If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a
pulsing in the brake pedal.
The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication
of hazardous road conditions, and functions as
a reminder to take extra care while driving.
Off-road ABS
An ABS system specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically once the offroad program is activated (Y page 170).
At speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h), the front
wheels lock cyclically during braking. The digging-in effect achieved in the process reduces
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the stopping distance on off-road terrain. This
limits steering capability.
BAS (Brake Assist System)
General information
BAS operates in emergency braking situations.
If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS
automatically boosts the braking force, thus
shortening the stopping distance.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
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.
Braking
X
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.
Active Brake Assist
General information
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
Active Brake Assist consists of a distance
warning function with an autonomous braking
function and a situation-dependent brake
boosting effect.
Active Brake Assist can help you to minimize
the risk of a collision with the vehicle traveling
in front or reduce the effects of such a collision.
If Active Brake Assist detects that there is a
risk of collision, you will be warned visually
and acoustically. If you do not react to the vis-
ual collision warning or the warning tone,
autonomous braking can be initiated in critical
situations. If you apply the brake yourself in a
critical situation, Active Brake Assist supports
you with a situation-dependent brake boosting
effect.
Important safety notes
Detection of hazardous situations can be particularly impaired if:
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There is dirt on the sensors or anything else
covering the sensors
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There is snow or heavy rain
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There is interference by other radar sources
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There are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages
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A narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a
motorbike
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A vehicle is traveling in front on a different
line
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You are driving a new vehicle or servicing on
the Active Brake Assist system has just
been carried out
Observe the important safety notes in the
"Breaking-in notes" section (Y page 124).
Following damage to the front end of the vehicle, have the configuration and operation of
the radar sensor checked at a qualified specialist workshop. This also applies to collisions
at low speeds where no visible damage to the
front of the vehicle is apparent.
Activating/deactivating
Active Brake Assist is active after every ignition cycle.
You can activate or deactivate Active Brake
Assist (Y page 197) in the on-board computer. When deactivated, the distance warning
function and the autonomous braking function
are also deactivated.
If Active Brake Assist is deactivated, the æ
symbol appears in the assistance graphic display.
If you have activated DSR, Active Brake Assist
is deactivated. For further information on DSR,
see (Y page 169).
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Distance warning function
General information
The distance warning function can help you to
minimize the risk of a front-end collision with a
vehicle ahead or reduce the effects of such a
collision. If the distance warning function
detects that there is a risk of a collision, you
will be warned visually and acoustically.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
Safety
tion for driving safety systems (Y page 60).
WARNING
G
The distance warning function does not
react:
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to people or animals
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to oncoming vehicles
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to crossing traffic
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when cornering
The distance warning function may not give
warnings in all critical situations. There is a
risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake.
Always adapt your speed to suit the prevailing road and traffic conditions.
WARNING
G
The distance warning function cannot
always clearly identify objects and complex
traffic situations.
In such cases, the distance warning function
may:
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give an unnecessary warning
R
not give a warning
There is a risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and do not rely solely on the distance warning function.
Function
Starting at a speed of approximately 4 mph
(7 km/h), the distance warning function warns
you if you rapidly approach a vehicle in front.
An intermittent warning tone will then sound,
and the · distance warning lamp will light
up in the instrument cluster.
X
Brake immediately in order to increase the
distance from the vehicle in front.
or
X
Take evasive action, provided it is safe to do
so.
Due to the nature of the system, particularly
complicated but non-critical driving conditions
may also cause the system to display a warning.
With the help of the radar sensor system, the
distance warning function can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an
extended period of time.
Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph
(70 km/h), the distance warning function can
also react to stationary obstacles, such as
stopped or parked vehicles.
Autonomous braking function
If the driver does not react to the distance
warning signal in a critical situation, Active
Brake Assist can assist the driver with the
autonomous braking function.
The autonomous braking function:
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gives the driver more time to react to critical
driving situations
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can help the driver to avoid an accident or
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can reduce the effects of an accident
Vehicles without Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC: the autonomous braking function
is available in the following speed ranges:
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4 - 65 mph (7 - 105 km/h) for moving
objects
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4 - 31 mph (7 - 50 km/h) for stationary
objects
Vehicles with Active Distance Assist
DISTRONIC: the autonomous braking function
is available in the following speed ranges:
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4 - 124 mph (7 - 200 km/h) for moving
objects
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4 - 31 mph (7 - 50 km/h) for stationary
objects
Due to the nature of the system, particularly
complicated but non-critical driving conditions
may also cause the autonomous braking function to intervene.
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Situation-dependent braking assistance
General information
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
With the help of the radar sensor system,
Active Brake Assist can detect obstacles that
are in the path of your vehicle for an extended
period of time.
If Active Brake Assist detects a risk of collision
with the vehicle in front, it calculates the brake
pressure necessary to avoid a collision. If you
apply the brakes forcefully, situation-dependent braking assistance adapts to the situation
and automatically increases the brake pressure to a degree appropriate to the traffic situation.
Situation-dependent braking assistance provides braking assistance in hazardous situations at speeds above 4 mph (7 km/h). It uses
radar sensor technology to assess the traffic
situation.
Situation-dependent braking assistance is
capable of reacting to moving objects that
have already been detected as such at least
once over the period of observation, up to
vehicle speeds of around 155 mph
(250 km/h).
Situation-dependent braking assistance can
also detect stationary objects, up to vehicle
speeds of around 44 mph (70 km/h).
X
Keep the brake pedal depressed until the
emergency braking situation is over.
ABS prevents the wheels from locking.
The brakes will work normally again if:
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you release the brake pedal
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there is no longer any danger of a collision
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no obstacle is detected in front of your vehicle
Situation-dependent braking assistance is then
deactivated.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion for driving safety systems (Y page 60).
WARNING
G
Active Brake Assist does not react:
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to persons, bicycles, motorcycles or animals
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to approaching vehicles
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to cross traffic
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on bends
As a result, Active Brake Assist cannot intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk
of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be prepared to brake.
WARNING
G
Adaptive Brake Assist cannot always clearly
identify objects and complex traffic situations.
In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist might:
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intervene unnecessarily
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not intervene
There is a risk of an accident.
Always pay careful attention to the traffic
situation and be ready to brake. Terminate
the intervention in a non-critical driving situation.
Due to the nature of the system, complex but
non-critical driving conditions may also cause
Active Brake Assist to intervene.
Even if Active Brake Assist is not available due
to a malfunction in the radar sensor system,
the brake system is still available with full
brake boosting effect and BAS.
ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
General notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
ESP®monitors driving stability and traction,
i.e. power transmission between the tires and
the road surface.
If ESP®detects that the vehicle is deviating
from the direction desired by the driver, one or
more wheels are braked to stabilize the vehi-
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cle. The engine output is also modified to keep
the vehicle on the desired course within physical limits. ESP®assists the driver when pulling
away on wet or slippery roads. ESP®can also
stabilize the vehicle during braking.
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
ETS traction control is part of ESP®. On vehicles with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP®.
Safety
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.
Traction control remains active, even if you
deactivate ESP®.
Off-road 4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
A 4ETS system specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically once the offroad program is activated (Y page 170).
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
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®checked at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Vehicles without 4MATIC: when towing your
vehicle with the front axle raised, it is important that you observe the notes on ESP
(Y page 299).
If the å ESP®OFF warning lamp lights up
continuously, ESP®is deactivated.
If the ÷ ESP®warning lamp and the å
warning lamp are lit continuously, ESP®is not
available due to a malfunction.
Observe the information on warning lamps
(Y page 235) and display messages which
may be shown in the instrument cluster
(Y page 204).
Only use wheels with the recommended tire
sizes. Only then will ESP®function properly.
Characteristics of ESP
®
General information
If the ÷ ESP®warning lamp goes out
before beginning the journey, ESP®is automatically active.
If ESP®intervenes, the ÷ ESP®warning
lamp flashes in the instrument cluster.
If ESP®intervenes:
X
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.
ECO start/stop function
The ECO start/stop function switches the
engine off automatically when the vehicle
stops moving. The engine starts automatically
when the driver wants to pull away again.
ESP®remains in its previously selected status.
Example: if ESP®was deactivated before the
engine was switched off, ESP®remains deactivated when the engine is switched on again.
Deactivating/activating ESP®(except
Mercedes‑AMG vehicles)
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
You can select between the following states of
ESP®:
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®
ESP®is activated.
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ESP®is deactivated.
WARNING
G
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP®no longer stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk
of skidding and an accident.
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Only deactivate ESP®in the situations
described in the following.
The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting
action for better traction on loose surfaces.
It may be best to deactivate ESP®in the following situations:
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when using snow chains
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in deep snow
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on sand or gravel
Activate ESP®as soon as the situations
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described above no longer apply. ESP®will
otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle
if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts
to spin.
Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an
!
extended period with ESP®deactivated. You
could otherwise damage the drivetrain.
Deactivating/activating ESP
®
You can deactivate or activate ESP®via the
on-board computer (Y page 197).
ESP®deactivated:
The å ESP®OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster lights up.
ESP®activated:
The å ESP®OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out.
Characteristics when ESP®is deactivated
If ESP®is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP®warning lamp in
the instrument cluster flashes. In such situations, ESP®will not stabilize the vehicle.
If you deactivate ESP®:
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ESP®no longer improves driving stability.
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Engine torque is no longer limited and the
drive wheels are able to spin.
R
Traction control is still activated.
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Active Brake Assist is no longer available;
nor is it activated if you brake firmly with
assistance from ESP®.
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STEER CONTROL is no longer active.
R
ESP®still provides support when you brake
firmly.
Deactivating/activating ESP
®
(Mercedes‑AMG vehicles)
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
You can select between the following states of
ESP®:
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ESP®is activated.
R
SPORT handling mode is activated.
R
ESP®is deactivated.
WARNING
G
When SPORT handling mode is activated,
there is a greater risk of skidding and accidents.
Only activate SPORT handling mode in the
situations described in the following.
WARNING
G
If you deactivate ESP®, ESP®no longer stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk
of skidding and an accident.
Only deactivate ESP®in the situations
described in the following.
In the following situations, it may be better to
activate SPORT handling mode or deactivate
ESP®:
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when using snow chains
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in deep snow
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on sand or gravel
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on specially designated roads when the
vehicle's own oversteering and understeering characteristics are desired
Driving in SPORT handling mode or without
ESP®requires an extremely qualified and
experienced driver.
Activate ESP®as soon as the situations
i
described above no longer apply. ESP®will
otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle
if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts
to spin.
Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an
!
extended period with ESP®deactivated. You
could otherwise damage the drivetrain.
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Deactivating/activating ESP
®
Safety
X
To activate SPORT handling mode: briefly
press button :.
The M SPORT handling mode warning
lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. The
SPORT handling mode
SPORT handling mode message appears in
the multifunction display.
To deactivate SPORT handling mode:
X
briefly press button :.
The M SPORT handling mode warning
lamp in the instrument cluster goes out.
X
To deactivate ESP®: press button : until
the å ESP®OFF warning lamp lights up
in the instrument cluster.
The ÷ OFFOFF message appears in the multi-
function display.
X
To activate ESP®: briefly press button :.
The å ESP®OFF warning lamp in the
instrument cluster goes out. The ÷ ESP
ONON message appears in the multifunction
display.
Characteristics of activated SPORT handling mode
If SPORT handling mode is activated and one
or more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP
warning lamp in the instrument cluster flashes.
ESP®only stabilizes the vehicle to a limited
degree.
When SPORT handling mode is activated:
R
ESP®only improves driving stability to a
limited degree.
R
Traction control is still activated.
R
The engine's torque is only restricted to a
limited degree and the drive wheels may
start to spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting action for better traction on loose surfaces.
R
ESP®still provides support when you brake
firmly.
Characteristics when ESP®is deactivated
If ESP®is deactivated and one or more wheels
start to spin, the ÷ ESP®warning lamp in
the instrument cluster does not flash. In such
situations, ESP®will not stabilize the vehicle.
If you deactivate ESP®:
R
ESP®no longer improves driving stability.
R
Engine torque is no longer limited and the
drive wheels are able to spin.
The spinning of the wheels results in a cutting action for better traction on loose surfaces.
R
Traction control is still activated.
R
Active Brake Assist is no longer available;
nor is it activated if you brake firmly with
assistance from ESP®.
R
ESP®still provides support when you brake
firmly.
Off-road ESP
®
An ESP®system specifically suited to off-road
terrain is activated automatically once the off-
®
road program is activated (Y page 170).
Offroad ESP®intervenes with a delay if there
is oversteering or understeering, thus improving traction.
ESP®trailer stabilization
®
General information
If your vehicle/trailer combination begins to
swerve, ESP®assists you in this situation.
ESP®slows the vehicle down by braking and
limiting the engine output until the vehicle/
trailer combination has stabilized.
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If road and weather conditions are poor,
trailer stabilization will not be able to prevent the vehicle/trailer combination from
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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.
If your vehicle with trailer (vehicle/trailer combination) begins to lurch, you can only stabilize
the vehicle/trailer combination by depressing
the brake firmly.
ESP®trailer stabilization is active above
speeds of about 65 km/h.
ESP®trailer stabilization does not work if
ESP®is deactivated or disabled because of a
malfunction.
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
General information
EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure
on the rear wheels to improve driving stability
while braking.
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
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.
Please observe the information on warning
and indicator lamps (Y page 233)
(Y page 233) as well as on display messages
(Y page 206).
ADAPTIVE BRAKE
ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and
offers increased braking comfort. In addition
to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also
has the HOLD function (Y page 165) and hill
start assist (Y page 128).
STEER CONTROL
General information
STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a
noticeable steering force to the steering wheel
in the direction required for vehicle stabilization.
This steering assistance is provided in particular if:
R
both right wheels or both left wheels are on
a wet or slippery road surface when you
brake
R
the vehicle begins to skid
Important safety notes
Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-
i
tion (Y page 60).
No steering assistance is provided from STEER
CONTROL, if:
R
ESP®is malfunctioning
R
the steering is malfunctioning
If ESP®is malfunctioning, you will be assisted
further by the electrical power steering.
Protection against theft
Immobilizer
The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from
being started without the correct SmartKey.
X
To activate with the SmartKey: remove
the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
To activate with KEYLESS-GO start-func-
X
tion or KEYLESS-GO: switch the ignition off
and open the driver's door.
X
To deactivate: switch on the ignition.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can start the engine if a valid SmartKey
has been left inside the vehicle.
The immobilizer is always deactivated
i
when you start the engine.
In the event that the engine cannot be star-
ted (yet the vehicle's battery is charged),
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the system is not operational. Contact an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call
1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or
1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
Safety
X
To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey
or KEYLESS-GO.
Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system
is armed after approximately 15 seconds.
X
To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
or
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the
alarm system is armed and you open:
R
a door
R
the vehicle with the mechanical key
R
the tailgate
R
the hood
To switch the alarm off with the Smart-
X
Key: press the % or & button on the
SmartKey.
The alarm is stopped.
or
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-func-
X
tion or KEYLESS-GO: remove the Start/
Stop button from the ignition lock
(Y page 125).
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
The alarm is stopped.
To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO:
X
grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle.
The alarm is stopped.
or
X
Press the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside the
vehicle.
The alarm is stopped.
The alarm is not stopped, even if you close the
open door that triggered it, for example.
If the alarm stays on for more than
i
30 seconds, the Mercedes me connect
emergency call system automatically sends
a message to the Customer Center. This is
done either by text message or data connection.
The emergency call system sends the message or data provided that:
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you have subscribed to the Mercedes me
connect service
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the Mercedes me connect service has
been activated properly
R
the necessary mobile phone network is
available
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SmartKey
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:
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 j
R
start the engine
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Never leave children or animals unattended
in the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. This
also applies for the Digital Vehicle Key if the
"Digital Vehicle Key" function is activated via
Mercedes me connect.
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 not attach any heavy or large objects to
the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings
before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
Keep the SmartKey away from strong mag-
!
netic fields. Otherwise, the remote control
function could be affected.
Strong magnetic fields can occur in the
vicinity of powerful electrical installations.
Do not keep the SmartKey:
R
with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone
or another SmartKey
R
with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil
R
inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function:
do not keep the SmartKey in the cargo com-
partment. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not
be detected, e.g. when starting the engine
using the Start/Stop button.
SmartKey functions
:
& To lock the vehicle
;
F To open the tailgate
=
% To unlock the vehicle
X
To unlock centrally: press the % but-
ton.
If you do not open the vehicle within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking:
R
the vehicle is locked again
R
anti-theft protection is reactivated
X
To lock: press the & button.
The SmartKey centrally locks/unlocks:
R
the doors
R
the tailgate
R
the fuel filler flap
The turn signals flash once when unlocking
and three times when locking.
When the locator lighting is activated via the
multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark
after the vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control; see Digital Operator's Manual.
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 (Y page 200).
To open the tailgate automatically from
X
outside the vehicle: press and hold the
F button until the tailgate opens
(Y page 79).
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO
start function:
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To close the tailgate automatically from
X
outside the vehicle: if the SmartKey is
located in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle, press the F button on the SmartKey
(Y page 79).
When the tailgate closes you can then
release the button.
KEYLESS-GO
General notes
Bear in mind that the engine can be started by
any of the vehicle occupants if there is a
SmartKey in the vehicle.
Locking and unlocking
You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using
KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry
the SmartKey with you. You can combine the
functions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conventional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by
Opening and closing
using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it
using the & button on the SmartKey.
The driver's door and the door at which the
handle is used, must both be closed. The
SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. When
locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the
distance between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle must not be greater
than three feet (one meter).
A check which periodically establishes a radio
connection between the vehicle and the
SmartKey determines whether a valid SmartKey is in the vehicle. This occurs, for example:
R
when starting the engine
R
while driving
R
when the external door handles are touched
R
during convenience closing
X
To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner sur-
face of the door handle.
X
To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface : or ;.
Make sure that you do not touch the inner
surface of the door handle.
X
Convenience closing feature: touch
recessed sensor surface ; for an extended
period.
Further information on the convenience
closing feature (Y page 85).
X
To unlock the tailgate: pull tailgate handle :.
Deactivating and activating
If you do not intend to use the vehicle for a
longer period of time, you can deactivate KEYLESS-GO. The SmartKey will then use very little power, thereby conserving battery power.
For the purposes of activation/deactivation,
the vehicle must not be nearby.
X
To deactivate: press the & button on
the SmartKey twice in rapid succession.
The indicator light on the SmartKey flashes
twice briefly then one long flash, then KEYLESS-GO is deactivated (Y page 72).
X
To activate: press any button on the SmartKey.
or
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
KEYLESS-GO and all of its associated features are available again.
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KEYLESS-GO start function
General notes
Bear in mind that the engine can be started by
any of the vehicle occupants if there is a
SmartKey in the vehicle.
Changing the settings of the locking
system
You can change the settings of the locking
system. This means that only the driver's door
and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the
vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you frequently travel on your own.
X
To change the setting: press and hold the
% and & buttons simultaneously for
approximately six seconds until the battery
indicator lamp flashes twice (Y page 72).
If the setting of the locking system is changed
within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing
the & or % button:
R
locks or
R
unlocks the vehicle
The SmartKey now functions as follows:
X
To unlock: press the % button once.
X
To unlock centrally: press the % button
twice.
X
To lock centrally: press the & button.
The KEYLESS-GO function is changed as follows:
X
To unlock the driver's door: touch the
inner surface of the door handle on the driver's door.
X
To unlock centrally: touch the inner surface of the door handle on the frontpassenger door or the rear door.
X
To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor
surface on one of the door handles.
X
To restore the factory settings: press and
hold the % and & buttons simultaneously for approximately six seconds until the
battery check lamp flashes twice
(Y page 72).
Mechanical key
General notes
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO,
use the mechanical key.
If you use the mechanical key to unlock and
open the driver's door or the trunk lid, the
anti-theft alarm system will be triggered
(Y page 68).
There are several ways to turn off the alarm:
To deactivate the alarm with the key:
X
press the % or & button on the key.
or
X
Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.
or
To deactivate the alarm with KEYLESS-
X
GO: press the Start/Stop button in the ignition lock. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.
or
X
Lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESSGO. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle.
If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical
key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked
automatically.
X
To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the
SmartKey into the ignition lock.
Removing the mechanical key
Opening and closing
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72
X
Push release catch : in the direction of the
arrow and at the same time remove
mechanical key ; from the SmartKey.
For further information about:
R
Unlocking the driver's door (Y page 76)
R
Unlocking the cargo compartment
(Y page 82)
R
Locking the vehicle (Y page 77)
Inserting the mechanical key
X
Push mechanical key ; completely into the
SmartKey until it engages and release
catch : is back in its basic position.
SmartKey battery
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Batteries contain toxic and corrosive sub-
Opening and closing
stances. 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.
The SmartKey batteries 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.
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have
the battery replaced at a qualified specialist
workshop.
Checking the battery
X
Press the & or % button.
The battery is working properly if battery
check lamp : lights up briefly.
The battery is discharged if battery check
lamp : does not light up briefly.
X
Change the battery (Y page 72).
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
You can get a battery at any qualified spe-
i
cialist workshop.
Replacing the battery
You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (Y page 71).
X
Press mechanical key ; into the opening in
the SmartKey in the direction of the arrow
until battery tray cover : opens. When
doing so, do not hold cover : shut.
X
Remove battery tray cover :.
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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.
Problems with the SmartKey
SmartKey
X
Make sure that the surface of the battery is
free of lint, grease and other contaminants.
X
Insert the front tabs of battery tray cover :
and then press to close it.
X
Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey
(Y page 72).
X
Check the function of all SmartKey buttons
on the vehicle.
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Problem
You cannot lock or
unlock the vehicle using
the SmartKey.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function:
X
try to lock/unlock the vehicle again using the SmartKey's remote
control function. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door
handle from close range and press the % or & button.
If this does not work:
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 72) and replace it if necessary (Y page 72).
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
Vehicles without KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function:
X
try to lock/unlock the vehicle again using the SmartKey's remote
control function. Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver's door
handle from close range and press the % or & button.
If this does not work:
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
The SmartKey is faulty.
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
X
Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.
Opening and closing
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SmartKey
Problem
You can no longer lock
or unlock the vehicle
using KEYLESS-GO.
Opening and closing
The engine cannot be
started using the SmartKey.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 72) and replace it if necessary (Y page 72).
If this does not work:
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning.
X
Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the
SmartKey.
X
Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote
control function:
X
Unlock (Y page 76) or lock (Y page 77) the vehicle using the
mechanical key.
X
Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist
workshop.
The on-board voltage is too low
X
Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior
lighting, and try to start the engine again.
If this does not work:
X
Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary
(Y page 294).
or
X
Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 295).
or
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
The engine cannot be
started using the Start/
Stop button. The SmartKey is in the vehicle.
The vehicle is locked.
X
Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 72) and replace it if necessary (Y page 72).
If this does not work:
X
Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.
X
Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.
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Problem
You have lost a SmartKey.
You have lost the
mechanical key.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
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.
Doors
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:
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 j
R
start the engine
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Never leave children or animals unattended
in the vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. This
also applies for the Digital Vehicle Key if the
"Digital Vehicle Key" function is activated via
Mercedes me connect.
You should preferably place luggage or loads
in the cargo compartment. Observe the loading guidelines (Y page 250).
Unlocking and opening doors from
the inside
X
To unlock and open a front door: pull door
handle ;.
If the door is locked, locking knob : pops
up. The door is unlocked and opens.
X
To unlock a rear door: pull up locking
knob :.
The door is unlocked and can be opened.
X
To open a rear door: pull door handle ;.
You can open a door from inside the vehicle
even if it has been locked. You can only open
the rear doors from inside the vehicle if they
are not secured by the child-proof locks
(Y page 59).
If the vehicle has previously been locked with
the SmartKey from the outside, opening a door
from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm
system. Switch off the alarm (Y page 68).
Opening and closing
Centrally locking and unlocking the
vehicle from the inside
You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle
from the inside. This can be useful if you wish
to lock the vehicle before pulling away, for
example.
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X
To unlock: press button :.
X
To lock: press button ;.
If all the doors and the tailgate are closed,
the vehicle locks.
Meanwhile, the fuel filler flap will not be
locked or unlocked.
You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from
the inside if the vehicle has been locked with
the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.
You can open a door from inside the vehicle
Opening and closing
even if it has been locked. You can open the
rear doors from inside the vehicle unless they
are secured by the child-proof lock
(Y page 59).
If the vehicle has previously been locked with
the SmartKey from the outside, opening a door
from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm
system. Switch off the alarm (Y page 68).
If a locked door is opened from the inside, the
previous unlock status of the vehicle will be
taken into consideration if:
R
the vehicle was locked using the locking
button for the central locking, or
R
if the vehicle was locked automatically
The vehicle will be fully unlocked if it had previously been fully unlocked. If only the driver's
door had been previously unlocked, only the
door which has been opened from the inside is
unlocked.
Automatic locking feature
X
To deactivate: press and hold button : for
approximately five seconds until a tone
sounds.
X
To activate: press and hold button ; for
approximately five seconds until a tone
sounds.
If you press one of the two buttons and do not
hear a tone, the relevant setting has already
been selected.
The vehicle is locked automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels are
turning.
You could therefore lock yourself out if:
R
the vehicle is being pushed
R
the vehicle is being towed
R
the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer
You can also switch the automatic locking
function on and off using the on-board computer (Y page 199).
Unlocking the driver's door (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be locked or
unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO,
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. Switch off the alarm
(Y page 68).
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (Y page 71).
X
Insert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.
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X
Turn the mechanical key counter-clockwise
as far as it will go to position 1.
The door is unlocked.
X
Turn the mechanical key back and remove
it.
X
Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey
(Y page 72).
Locking the vehicle (mechanical key)
If the vehicle can no longer be locked with the
SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechanical
key.
X
Open the driver's door.
X
Close the front-passenger door, the rear
doors and the tailgate.
X
Press the locking button on the driver’s door
(Y page 75).
X
Check whether the locking knobs on the
front-passenger door and the rear doors are
still visible. Press down the locking knobs by
hand, if necessary.
X
Close the driver's door.
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (Y page 71).
X
Insert the mechanical key into the lock of
the driver's door as far as it will go.
Cargo compartment
X
Turn the mechanical key clockwise as far as
it will go to position 1.
X
Turn the mechanical key back and remove
it.
X
Make sure that the doors and the tailgate
are locked.
X
Insert mechanical key into the SmartKey
(Y page 72).
If you lock the vehicle as described above,
i
the fuel filler flap is not locked. The antitheft alarm system is not armed.
Cargo compartment
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Parts of the body could become trapped
during automatic closing of the tailgate.
Moreover, people, e.g. children, may be
standing in the closing area or may enter the
closing area during the closing process.
There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of
the closing area during the closing process.
Use one of the following options to stop the
closing process:
R
press the F button on the SmartKey.
R
pull or press the remote operating switch
on the driver's door.
R
press the close button or STOP button on
the tailgate.
R
pull the handle on the tailgate.
DANGER
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior
if the tailgate is open while the engine is
running, especially if the vehicle is in
motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate
open.
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WARNING
G
If objects, luggage or loads are not secured
or not secured sufficiently, they could slip,
tip over or be flung around and thereby hit
vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury,
particularly in the event of sudden braking
or a sudden change in direction.
Always store objects so that they cannot be
flung around. Secure objects, luggage or
loads against slipping or tipping before the
journey.
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
!
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be
found in the "Vehicle data" section
(Y page 339).
You should preferably place luggage or loads
in the cargo compartment. Observe the load-
Opening and closing
ing guidelines (Y page 250).
Do not leave the SmartKey in the cargo com-
partment. You could otherwise lock yourself
out.
The tailgate can be:
R
opened and closed manually from outside
R
vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate:
opened/closed automatically from the outside
R
vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate:
opened/closed automatically from the
inside
R
vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate and
with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start
function: closed with the remote operating
switch on the SmartKey
R
released with the emergency release from
the inside
ing the closing process, the tailgate automatically opens again slightly. The automatic
obstruction detection with reversing feature is
only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attentiveness when opening and closing the tailgate.
WARNING
G
The reversing feature does not respond:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers
R
over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing
movement
The reversing feature cannot prevent someone from becoming trapped in these situations in particular. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no body parts are in close
proximity during the closing procedure.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
press the F button on the SmartKey,
or
R
pull or press the remote operating switch
on the driver's door or
R
press the closing button/STOP button in
the tailgate or
R
pull the handle on the tailgate
Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: it is
also possible to stop the closing process by
performing a kicking movement under the rear
bumper.
Opening and closing manually
Opening
Tailgate obstruction detection with
reversing feature
On vehicles with an EASY-PACK tailgate, the
tailgate is equipped with automatic obstacle
recognition with a reversing feature. If a solid
object blocks or restricts the tailgate when
automatically opening or closing, this procedure is stopped. If the tailgate is stopped dur-
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X
Press the % button on the SmartKey.
X
Pull handle :.
X
Lift the tailgate.
Closing
X
Pull the tailgate down using handle :.
X
Allow the tailgate to drop into the lock.
X
Lock the vehicle if necessary with the &
button on the SmartKey or with KEYLESSGO.
Opening/closing automatically from
the outside
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Parts of the body could become trapped
during automatic closing of the tailgate.
Moreover, people, e.g. children, may be
standing in the closing area or may enter the
closing area during the closing process.
There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of
the closing area during the closing process.
Use one of the following options to stop the
closing process:
R
press the F button on the SmartKey.
R
pull or press the remote operating switch
on the driver's door.
R
press the close button or STOP button on
the tailgate.
R
pull the handle on the tailgate.
Cargo compartment
DANGER
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior
if the tailgate is open while the engine is
running, especially if the vehicle is in
motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate
open.
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
!
rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is
opening or closing.
The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be
found in the "Vehicle data" section
(Y page 339).
Opening automatically
You can open the tailgate automatically with
the SmartKey or the handle in the tailgate.
X
Press and hold the F button on the
SmartKey until the tailgate opens.
or
X
If the tailgate is unlocked, pull the handle
and let it go again immediately.
Closing automatically
Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate: you can
also close the tailgate automatically from outside.
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X
To close: press button : on the tailgate.
or
Vehicles with EASY-PACK tailgate and
X
KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO start function: if the SmartKey is located in the imme-
diate vicinity of the vehicle, press the F
button on the SmartKey.
You can release the button as soon as the
tailgate starts to close.
X
To stop the closing process: press button : on the tailgate again.
or
X
Pull the handle in the tailgate.
or
X
Press the F button on the SmartKey
until the tailgate stops.
or
X
Press or pull the remote operating switch on
the driver's door.
Opening and closing
HANDS-FREE ACCESS
Important safety notes
General notes
With KEYLESS-GO and HANDS-FREE ACCESS,
you can open or close the tailgate or stop the
procedure without using your hands. This is
useful if you have your hands full. To do this,
make a kicking movement under the bumper
with your foot.
Observe the following points:
R
Carry your KEYLESS-GO key about your person. The SmartKey must be at the rear of
the vehicle in the detection range of KEYLESS-GO.
R
When making the kicking movement, make
sure that you are standing firmly on the
ground and that there is sufficient clearance
to the rear of the vehicle. You could otherwise lose your balance, for example on ice.
WARNING
G
The vehicle exhaust system can become
very hot. If you use HANDS-FREE ACCESS,
you could burn yourself by touching the
exhaust system. There is a risk of injury.
Always ensure that you make the kicking
movement only within the detection range of
the sensors.
If the SmartKey is within the rear detection
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range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situations, for example, could lead to the unintentional opening of the tailgate:
R
when using an automatic car wash
R
when using a power washer
Make sure that the SmartKey is at least
10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle.
You can also deactivate KEYLESS-GO. Fur-
i
ther information on deactivating and activating KEYLESS-GO (Y page 70).
R
Always ensure that you only make the kicking movement within the detection range of
sensors :.
R
Stand at least 12 in (30 cm) away from the
rear area while doing so.
R
Do not come into contact with the bumper
while making the kicking movement. Otherwise, the sensors may not function correctly.
R
HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function
during engine start.
R
Dirt caused by road salt or snow around
sensors : may restrict functionality.
Using the HANDS-FREE ACCESS with a
prosthetic leg may restrict functionality.
R
If a KEYLESS-GO key is at the rear of the
vehicle in the detection range of KEYLESSGO, HANDS-FREE ACCESS could be trig-
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gered. The tailgate could thus be opened or
closed unintentionally, for example, if you:
-
set something down or lift something up
behind the vehicle.
-
polish the rear of the vehicle.
Do not carry the KEYLESS-GO key about
your person in these situations or in situations similar to these. This will prevent the
unintentional opening/closing of the tailgate.
Operation
X
To open/close: kick your foot into sensor
detection zone : below the bumper.
Two warning tones sound while the tailgate
is opening or closing.
If the tailgate does not open/close after
X
several attempts: wait at least ten seconds, using your foot kick under the bumper
again.
If you hold your foot under the bumper for too
long, the tailgate does not open or close.
Repeat the leg movement more quickly if this
occurs.
To stop the opening or closing procedure:
R
kick with your foot into sensor detection
range : under the bumper, or
R
pull the handle on the outside of the tailgate, or
R
press the closing button on the tailgate, or
R
press the F button on the SmartKey
If the tailgate closing procedure has been
stopped:
R
kick your foot under the bumper again and
the tailgate will open.
If the tailgate opening procedure has been
stopped:
R
kick your foot under the bumper again and
the tailgate will close.
Opening/closing automatically from
inside
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Parts of the body could become trapped
during automatic closing of the tailgate.
Moreover, people, e.g. children, may be
standing in the closing area or may enter the
closing area during the closing process.
There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of
the closing area during the closing process.
Use one of the following options to stop the
closing process:
R
press the F button on the SmartKey.
R
pull or press the remote operating switch
on the driver's door.
R
press the closing or locking button on the
tailgate.
R
pull the handle on the tailgate
DANGER
G
Combustion engines emit poisonous
exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide.
Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior
if the tailgate is open while the engine is
running, especially if the vehicle is in
motion. There is a risk of poisoning.
Always switch off the engine before opening
the tailgate. Never drive with the tailgate
open.
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
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rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
Two warning tones sound while the tailgate is
opening or closing.
Opening and closing
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The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be
found in the "Vehicle data" section
(Y page 339).
Opening and closing automatically
You can open the tailgate from the driver's
seat when the vehicle is stationary and
unlocked.
It is only possible to close the tailgate from the
driver's seat on vehicles with the EASY-PACK
tailgate.
Opening and closing
X
To open: pull remote operating switch for
the tailgate : until the tailgate opens.
X
To close: turn the SmartKey to position 1
or 2 in the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Press and hold the remote operating switch
for tailgate : until the tailgate is completely closed.
Limiting the opening angle of the
tailgate
General notes
Make sure there is sufficient clearance to
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open the tailgate fully when setting the
opening angle. The tailgate could otherwise
be damaged. Ideally, set the opening angle
outside.
You can limit the opening angle of the tailgate.
This could be useful, for example, if there is
insufficient space above the tailgate. It is possible to limit the tailgate in the top half of its
opening range.
To open the tailgate fully, pull the handle on
the outside of the tailgate again after it has
stopped automatically. This does not delete
the stored position.
Activating
X
To open the tailgate: pull the handle on the
tailgate.
To stop the opening procedure at the
X
desired position:
R
press the closing button in the tailgate, or
R
pull the handle on the outside of the tailgate again, or
R
press the tailgate button on the SmartKey
X
To store the position: press and hold the
closing button on the tailgate until you hear
a short tone.
The opening angle limiter is activated. The
tailgate will now stop in the stored position
when opening.
Deactivating
X
Press and hold the closing button on the
tailgate until two short tones sound.
Tailgate emergency release
General notes
The tailgate swings upwards and to the
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rear when opened. Therefore, make sure
that there is sufficient clearance above and
behind the tailgate.
The opening dimensions of the tailgate can be
found in the "Vehicle data" section
(Y page 339).
If the tailgate can no longer be unlocked:
R
using the SmartKey, or
R
using the remote operating switch on the
door control panel
Use the emergency release inside the tailgate.
You can reach the emergency release via the
cargo compartment.
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Opening
X
Fold the rear seat backrest forwards
(Y page 254).
X
Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey (Y page 71).
X
Insert mechanical key ; into opening : in
the trim and push it in.
X
Open the tailgate.
X
Insert the mechanical key into the SmartKey
(Y page 72).
Emergency release button
You can open the trunk lid from inside the
vehicle with the emergency release button.
Trunk lid emergency release light:
R
Emergency release button : flashes for
30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened.
R
Emergency release button : flashes for
60 minutes after the trunk lid is closed.
Side windows
Important safety notes
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.
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 the switch to open the side window
again.
Opening and closing
X
Press emergency release button : briefly.
The trunk lid unlocks and opens.
The trunk lid can be unlocked and opened with
the trunk lid emergency release when the vehicle is stationary or while driving.
The trunk lid emergency release does not open
the trunk lid if the battery is disconnected or
discharged.
WARNING
G
If children operate the side windows they
could become trapped, particularly if they
are left unsupervised. There is a risk of
injury.
Activate the override feature for the rear
side windows. When leaving the vehicle,
always take the SmartKey with you and lock
the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.
Side window reversing feature
The side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks
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or restricts a side window from traveling
upwards during the automatic closing process,
the side window opens again automatically.
During the manual closing process, the side
window only opens again automatically after
the corresponding switch is released. The
automatic reversing feature is only an aid and
does not relieve you of the responsibility to
pay attention when closing a side window.
WARNING
G
The reversing feature does not react:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers
R
while adjusting
This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these
situations. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no body parts are in close
proximity during the closing procedure. If
someone becomes trapped, press the W
button to open the side window again.
Opening and closing
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.
:
Front left
;
Front right
=
Rear right
?
Rear left
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
To open manually: press and hold the cor-
responding switch.
X
To open fully: press the switch beyond the
pressure point and release it.
Automatic operation is started.
X
To close manually: pull the corresponding
switch and hold it.
X
To close fully: pull the switch beyond the
pressure point and release it.
Automatic operation is started.
X
To interrupt automatic operation: press/
pull the corresponding switch again.
If you press/pull the switch beyond the
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point of resistance, automatic operation is
started in the corresponding direction. You
can stop automatic operation by pressing/
pulling the switch again.
You can continue to operate the side win-
i
dows after you switch off the engine or
remove the SmartKey. This function remains
active for five minutes or until the driver's or
front-passenger door is opened.
When the override feature for the side win-
i
dows is activated (Y page 59), the side win-
dows cannot be operated from the rear.
Convenience opening
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO
start function: you can ventilate the vehicle
before you start driving.
The SmartKey can also be used to carry out
the following functions simultaneously:
R
unlock the vehicle
R
open the side windows
R
open the panorama roof with power tilt/slid-
ing panel and the roller sunblind
The convenience opening feature can only be
operated using the SmartKey.
The "convenience opening" feature is also
available when the vehicle is unlocked.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEY-
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LESS-GO start function: the SmartKey
must be in close proximity to the vehicle.
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X
Press and hold the % button until the
side windows and the panorama sunroof are
in the desired position.
If the roller sunblind of the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel is closed, the
roller sunblind is opened first.
X
Press and hold the % button once more
until the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel reaches the desired position.
To interrupt convenience opening:
X
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.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-GO
start function: you can do the following at the
same time:
R
lock the vehicle
R
close the side windows
R
close the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel, you can then close the roller
sunblind.
i Notes on the automatic reversing feature
for:
R
The side window (Y page 83)
R
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel (Y page 88)
R
The roller sunblind (Y page 89)
Side windows
Using the SmartKey
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-
X
GO start function: for the following operations, point the tip of the SmartKey at the
handle on the driver's door. The SmartKey
must be close to the driver's door handle.
Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO or KEYLESS-
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GO start function: the SmartKey must be
in close proximity to the vehicle.
X
Press and hold the & button until the
side windows and the panorama sliding sunroof are fully closed.
X
Make sure that all the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
are closed.
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel:
X
Press and hold the & button again until
the roller sunblind of the panorama sliding
sunroof closes.
X
To interrupt convenience closing: release
the & button.
Using KEYLESS-GO
The driver's door and the door at which the
handle is used, must both be closed. The
SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. The
gap between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle should not be greater
than 3 ft (1 m).
X
Touch recessed sensor surface : on the
door handle until the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
are fully closed.
Make sure you only touch recessed sensor
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surface :.
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Opening and closing
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X
Make sure that all the side windows are
closed.
X
Make sure that all the side windows and the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
are closed.
On vehicles with a panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel:
X
Touch recessed sensor surface : on the
door handle again until the roller sunblind of
the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel closes.
X
To interrupt convenience closing: release
recessed sensor surface : on the door
handle.
X
Close all the doors.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Pull the corresponding switch on the door
control panel until the side window is com-
pletely closed (Y page 84).
X
Hold the switch for an additional second.
If the side window opens again slightly:
X
Immediately pull the corresponding switch
on the door control panel until the side win-
dow is completely closed (Y page 84).
X
Hold the switch for an additional second.
X
If the respective side window remains
closed after the button is released, then it
has been set correctly. If this is not the
case, repeat the steps above.
Resetting the side windows
If a side window can no longer be closed fully,
you must reset it.
Opening and closing
Problems with the side windows
WARNING
G
If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of
the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. To stop the closing process,
release the switch or push the switch again to reopen the side window.
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Problem
A side window cannot
be closed because it is
blocked by objects, e.g.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
X
Remove the objects.
X
Close the side window.
leaves in the window
guide.
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.
The side window is closed with increased force.
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.
The side window is closed without the automatic reversing feature.
The side windows cannot be opened or closed
using the convenience
opening/closing fea-
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 72) and replace it if necessary (Y page 72).
ture.
Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
Important safety notes
In the following section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel.
WARNING
G
While opening and closing the sliding sunroof, body parts in close proximity could
become trapped. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no body parts are in close
proximity during the opening and closing
procedures.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
release the switch immediately, or
R
during automatic operation, push the
switch briefly in any direction
The opening or closing procedure will be
stopped.
WARNING
G
If children operate the sliding sunroof they
could become trapped, particularly if they
are left unsupervised. There is a risk of
injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
WARNING
G
At high speeds the raised sliding sunroof
automatically lowers slightly at the rear. This
could trap you or other persons. There is a
risk of injury. Make sure that nobody reaches into the sweep of the sliding sunroof
whilst the vehicle is in motion.
If somebody becomes trapped, immediately
pull back the sliding sunroof switch. The
sliding sunroof lifts during opening.
Opening and closing
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Only open the sliding sunroof if it is free of
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snow and ice. Otherwise, malfunctions may
occur.
Do not allow anything to protrude from the
sliding sunroof. Otherwise, the seals could
be damaged.
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
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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.
Sliding sunroof reversing feature
Opening and closing
In the following section, the term "sliding sunroof" refers to the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel.
The sliding sunroof is equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks
or restricts the sliding sunroof during the closing process, the sliding sunroof opens again
automatically. However, the automatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve
you of the responsibility of paying attention
when closing the sliding sunroof.
WARNING
G
The reverse function does not react in particular:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers
R
over the last 1/6 in (4 mm) of the closing
path
R
while adjusting
R
when closing the sliding sunroof again
manually immediately after automatic
reversing
This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these
situations. There is a risk of injury.
Make sure that no body parts are in close
proximity during the closing procedure.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
release the button immediately, or
R
briefly push the button in any direction
during automatic closing.
The closing process is stopped.
WARNING
G
If you close the sliding sunroof again immediately after it has been blocked or reset,
the sliding sunroof closes with increased
force.
Parts of the body could be trapped in the
closing area in the process. There is a risk of
injury or becoming trapped.
Make sure that no parts of the body are in
the closing area.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
release the button immediately, or
R
briefly push the button in any direction
during automatic closing.
The closing process is stopped.
Operating the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
Opening and closing
:
To raise
;
To open
=
To close/lower
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel can only be operated when the roller
sunblind is open.
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Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Press or pull the 3 switch in the corresponding direction.
If you press/pull the 3 switch beyond the
point of resistance, automatic operation is
started in the corresponding direction. You
can stop automatic operation by pressing/
pulling the switch again.
After opening the sliding sunroof, the roller
sunblind closes slightly automatically. This
reduces drafts in the vehicle interior.
If the sliding sunroof is raised at the rear, it
lowers slightly automatically at higher speeds.
The noise level in the vehicle interior is
reduced as a result.
At low speeds it raises again automatically.
You can also temporarily deactivate automatic
lowering. To do so, press the 3 switch. The
sliding sunroof raises again automatically.
You can continue to operate the sliding sunroof after switching off the engine or removing
the SmartKey from the ignition lock. This function remains active for five minutes or until
you open a front door.
The sliding sunroof cannot be opened if a roof
carrier is installed. In order to allow ventilation
of the vehicle interior, you can raise the sliding
sunroof.
If contact is made with a roof carrier approved
by Mercedes-Benz, the sliding sunroof lowers
slightly but remains raised at the rear.
Rain-closing feature
The rain-closing feature is only available for
vehicles with a rain sensor.
When the SmartKey is in position g in the
ignition lock or is removed, the sliding sunroof
closes automatically:
R
if it starts to rain.
R
at extreme outside temperatures.
R
after six hours.
R
if there is a malfunction in the power supply.
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel remains raised at the rear in order to
allow ventilation of the vehicle interior.
If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel is obstructed while being closed by the
rain-closing feature, it opens again slightly.
The rain-closing feature is then deactivated.
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding
panel does not close if:
R
it is raised at the rear.
R
it is blocked.
R
no rain is falling on the area of the windshield being monitored by the rain sensor. If
the vehicle, for example, is under a bridge or
in a carport, the field of the sensor may be
covered.
Operating the roller sunblind for the
panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Parts of the body could become trapped
between the roller sunblind and frame or
sliding sunroof during automatic opening or
closing. There is a risk of injury.
When opening or closing, make sure that no
body parts are in the sweep of the roller
sunblind.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
release the switch immediately, or
R
during automatic operation, push the
switch briefly in any direction
The opening or closing procedure will be
stopped.
The roller sunblind shields the vehicle interior
from sunlight. The roller sunblind can only be
opened and closed when the panorama roof
with power tilt/sliding panel is closed.
Roller sunblind reversing feature
The roller sunblind is equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks
or restricts the roller sunblind during the closing process, the roller sunblind opens again
automatically. The automatic reversing feature
is only an aid and is not a substitute for your
attentiveness when closing the roller sunblind.
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WARNING
G
The reverse function does not react in particular:
R
to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers
R
when closing the roller sunblind again
manually immediately after automatic
reversing
This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these
situations. There is a risk of injury.
When closing the roller sunblind, make sure
that no body parts are in the range of movement.
If somebody becomes trapped:
R
release the button immediately, or
R
briefly push the button in any direction
during automatic closing.
The closing process is stopped.
Opening and closing
Opening and closing
:
Opens
;
Opens
=
Closes
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Press or pull the 3 switch in the corresponding direction.
If you press/pull the 3 switch beyond the
point of resistance, automatic operation is
started in the corresponding direction. You
can stop automatic operation by pressing/
pulling the switch again.
After opening the panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel, the roller sunblind automatically closes slightly. This reduces drafts in the
vehicle interior.
Resetting the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel or the roller
sunblind
Reset the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel or the roller sunblind if the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel or the roller
sunblind does not move smoothly.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point
of resistance in the direction of arrow :
until the panorama roof with power tilt/slid-
ing panel is fully closed.
X
Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi-
tional second.
X
Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point
of resistance in the direction of arrow :
until the roller sunblind is fully closed.
X
Keep the 3 switch pulled for an addi-
tional second.
X
Make sure that the panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel and the roller sun-
blind can be fully opened and closed again.
X
If this is not the case, repeat the steps
above.
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Problems with the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel
WARNING
G
If you do not reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or a voltage drop, then the reversing
feature will malfunction or not work. The sliding sunroof closes with increased or maximum
force. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an
increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.
In such or similar situations always make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area.
Always reset the sliding sunroof after a malfunction or a voltage drop.
If the sliding sunroof still cannot be opened or closed as a result of a malfunction, contact a
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qualified specialist workshop.
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Problem
The panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
cannot be closed and
you cannot see the
cause.
The panorama roof with
power tilt/sliding panel
cannot be opened or
closed using the convenience opening/closing
feature.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to
the point of resistance until the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel is closed.
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is closed with
more force.
If the panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is obstructed
again during closing and reopens again slightly:
X
Immediately after it blocks, pull the 3 switch down again to
the point of resistance until the panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel is closed.
The panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel is closed without
the automatic reversing feature.
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
X
Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 72) and replace it if necessary (Y page 72).
Opening and closing
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Correct driver's seat position
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.
R
you should have a good overview of traffic
conditions
R
the seat belt is pulled snugly against the
body and is routed across the center of your
shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic
area
i Further related subjects:
R
Adjusting the seats manually
(Y page 94)
R
Adjusting the seats electrically
(Y page 94)
R
Adjusting the steering wheel manually
(Y page 97)
R
Fastening the seat belt correctly
(Y page 43)
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Adjusting the rear-view mirror and exterior mirrors (Y page 98)
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Vehicles with a memory function: saving the seat, steering wheel and exterior
mirror settings using the memory function
(Y page 101)
Seats
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Observe the following when adjusting steering
wheel :, seat belt ; and driver's seat =:
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you are as far away from the driver's air bag
as possible
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you are sitting in a normal upright position
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your thighs are slightly supported by the
seat cushion
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your legs are not entirely stretched and you
can depress the pedals properly
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the back of your head is supported at eye
level by the center of the head restraint
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you can hold the steering wheel with your
arms slightly bent
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you can move your legs freely
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you can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
Children could become trapped if they
adjust the seats, particularly when unattended. There is a risk of injury.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. This
also applies for the Digital Vehicle Key if the
"Digital Vehicle Key" function is activated via
Mercedes me connect. 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.
When adjusting a seat, make sure that no
one has any body parts in the sweep of the
seat.
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WARNING
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If the driver's seat is not engaged, it could
move forwards as far as the next catch during movement such as braking or abrupt
changes of direction. As a result, you would
be pushed against your seat belt by the
unsecured driver's seat.
This could cause you to lose control of the
vehicle. The seat belt cannot protect as
intended and could result in additional
injury.
There is a risk of an accident and injury.
Before every journey, make sure that the
driver's seat is fully engaged.
Observe the safety notes on "Air bags"
(Y page 44) and "Children in the vehicle"
(Y page 53).
WARNING
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If the driver's seat is not engaged, it could
move unexpectedly while the vehicle is in
motion. This could cause you to lose control
of the vehicle. There is a risk of an accident.
Always make sure that the driver's seat is
engaged before starting the vehicle.
WARNING
G
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
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adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
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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.
Seats
While moving the seats, make sure that your
hands or other body parts do not get under
the lever assembly of the seat adjustment
system.
To prevent damage to the seats and the
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seat heating, observe the following notes:
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Do not spill liquids onto the seats. Dry the
seats as soon as possible if liquid does
get spilled on the seats.
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If the seat covers are damp or wet, do not
switch on the seat heating. Also, do not
use the seat heating to dry the seats.
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Clean the seat covers as recommended;
see the "Interior care" section.
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Do not transport heavy loads on the
seats. Do not place pointed objects on
the seat cushions such as knives, nails or
tools. Where possible, use the seats only
for carrying passengers.
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When operating the seat heating, do not
cover the seats with insulating materials,
e.g. blankets, coats, bags, protective covers, child seats or booster seats.
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When the seat heating is switched on, the
seat surface can be damaged as a result
of objects being placed on the seats, for
example, seat cushions, child seats and
protective covers not approved by
Mercedes-Benz.
Make sure that there are no objects in the
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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.
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Cargo compartment enlargement (folding
down the rear seats) (Y page 253)
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Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
WARNING
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If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you
or other vehicle occupants could be trapped
and thereby injured. Children in particular
could accidentally press the electrical seat
adjustment buttons and become trapped.
There is a risk of injury.
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Seats
Adjusting the seats manually
Vehicles without the seating comfort
package
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment:
X
Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards or
backwards.
X
Release lever : again.
Make sure that you hear the seat engage in
position.
Backrest angle:
X
Relieve the pressure on the backrest.
X
Turn handwheel = forwards or backwards.
Seat height:
X
Pull handle ; upwards or push it down
repeatedly until the seat has reached the
desired height.
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment:
X
Lift handle : and slide the seat forwards or
rearwards.
X
Release lever : again.
Make sure that you hear the seat engage in
position.
Backrest angle:
X
Relieve the pressure on the backrest.
X
Turn handwheel A forwards or backwards.
Seat height:
X
Pull handle ? upwards or push it down
repeatedly until the seat has reached the
desired height.
Seat cushion angle:
X
Adjust the angle so that your thighs are
lightly supported.
X
Turn handwheel = forwards or backwards.
Seat cushion length:
X
Lift handle ; and slide the front part of the
seat cushion forwards or backwards.
X
Release lever ; again.
The seat cushion engages.
Adjusting the seats electrically
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Vehicles with the seating comfort
package
:
Seat height
;
Seat cushion angle
=
Seat fore-and-aft adjustment
?
Backrest angle
You can store the seat settings using the
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memory function (Y page 101).
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Seats
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Adjusting the head restraints
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
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adjust the driver's seat, head restraint,
steering wheel or mirrors
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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.
Adjusting the head restraints manually
Adjusting the head restraint height
X
To raise: pull the head restraint up to the
desired position.
X
To lower: press release catch : in the
direction of the arrow and push the head
restraint down to the desired position.
Adjusting the fore/aft position of the
head restraint
Using the fore-and-aft adjustment, adjust the
head restraint so that it is as close as possible
to your head.
General notes
For vehicles with sports seats you cannot
adjust the front head restraints or the outer
rear head restraints.
With this function you can adjust the distance
between the head restraint and the back of
the seat occupant's head.
X
To move forwards: pull the head restraint
forwards in the direction of the arrow until it
engages.
There are several notches.
X
To move backwards: press and hold
release button : and push the head
restraint backwards.
X
When the head restraint is in the desired
position, release the button and make sure
that the head restraint is engaged in position.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Seats
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Rear seat head restraints
Adjusting the rear seat head restraint
height
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.
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support
You can adjust the contour of the front seat
backrests individually to provide optimum support for your back.
Adjusting the side bolsters of the seat
cushion
To set the side bolsters of the seat cush-
X
ion narrower: press button :.
To set the side bolsters of the seat cush-
X
ion wider: press button ;.
Adjusting the side bolsters of the seat
backrest
To set the side bolsters of the seat back-
X
rest narrower: press button =.
To set the side bolsters of the seat back-
X
rest wider: press button ?.
Switching the seat heating on/off
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
:
Raises the backrest contour
;
Softens the backrest contour
=
Lowers the backrest contour
?
Hardens the backrest contour
AMG Performance Seat
Vehicles with electrically adjustable seats:
to adjust the contour of the seat and for
improved lateral support, you can individually
adjust the front seats.
Switching on/off
WARNING
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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 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.
When the seat heating is switched on, the
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seat surface can be damaged as a result of
objects being placed on the seats, for exam-
ple, seat cushions, child seats and protec-
tive covers not approved by Mercedes-Benz.
Ensure that there are no objects on the seat
surface when the seat heating is switched
on.
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The three red indicator lamps in the button
indicate the heating level you have selected.
The system automatically switches down from
level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight
minutes.
Problems with the seat heating
Steering wheel
The system automatically switches down from
level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten
minutes.
The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
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.
If the battery voltage is too low, the seat
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heating may switch off.
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Problem
The seat heating has
switched off prematurely or cannot be
switched on.
Possible causes/consequences and MM Solutions
The on-board 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 heating will
switch back on automatically.
Steering wheel
Important safety notes
WARNING
G
You could lose control of your vehicle if you
do the following while driving:
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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.
Never leave children unsupervised in the
vehicle.
When leaving the vehicle, always take the
SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. This
also applies for the Digital Vehicle Key if the
"Digital Vehicle Key" function is activated via
Mercedes me connect.
Adjusting the steering wheel
WARNING
G
If the steering wheel is unlocked while the
vehicle is in motion, it could change position
unexpectedly. This could cause you to lose
control of the vehicle. There is a risk of an
accident.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
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Mirrors
Before starting off, make sure the steering
wheel is locked. Never unlock the steering
wheel while the vehicle is in motion.
:
Release lever
;
Adjusts the steering wheel height
=
Adjusts the steering wheel position (foreand-aft adjustment)
X
Push release lever : down completely.
The steering column is unlocked.
X
Adjust the steering wheel to the desired
position.
X
Push release lever : up completely.
The steering column is locked.
X
Check if the steering column is locked.
When doing so, try to push the steering
wheel up or down or try to move it in the
fore-and-aft direction.
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting the exterior mirrors
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
The exterior mirror on the front-passenger
side reduces the size of the image. Visible
objects are actually closer than they appear.
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.
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors
Mirrors
Inside rearview mirror
X
Anti-glare mode: flick anti-glare lever :
forwards or back.
X
Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in
the ignition lock (Y page 125).
X
Exterior mirror on the front-passenger side:
press button ;.
Exterior mirror on the driver's side: press
button :.
The indicator lamp in the corresponding but-
ton lights up in red.
The indicator lamp goes out again after
some time. You can adjust the selected
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