Mercedes-Benz Glk-Class Uk 2013 Owner's Manual
GLK-Class
Owner's Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 25
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 43
Opening and closing ........................... 79
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 101
Lights and windscreen wipers ......... 115
Climate control ................................. 133
Driving and parking .......................... 153
On-board computer and displays .... 235
Stowing and features ....................... 309
Maintenance and care ...................... 325
Breakdown assistance ..................... 339
Wheels and tyres .............................. 357
Technical data ................................... 379
Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-button multifunction steering
wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 240
Overview .......................................... 38
12 V socket
see Socket
360° camera
Function/notes ............................. 210
4-button multifunction steering
wheel
Operating the on-board computer . 237
Overview .......................................... 37
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) .................................................. 225
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 264
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 259
Function/notes ................................ 69
Important safety notes .................... 69
Warning lamp ................................. 299
Activating/deactivating air-recir-
culation mode .................................... 144
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 138
Active Blind Spot Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Function/notes ............................. 220
Switching on/off (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 249
Towing a trailer .............................. 222
Active Driving Assistance package . 220
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Function/notes ............................. 222
Switching on/off (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 249
Towing a trailer ...................... 220, 225
Active light function ......................... 120
Active Park Assist
Display message ............................ 285
Active Parking Assist
Cancelling ...................................... 205
Detecting parking spaces .............. 202
Exiting a parking space .................. 204
Important safety notes .................. 201
Parking .......................................... 203
Towing a trailer .............................. 205
Adaptive brake lamps ......................... 71
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 275
Function/notes ............................. 122
Switching on/off ........................... 122
Adaptive Main-beam Assist
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 252
®
AdBlue
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 281
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
Filling capacity ............................... 387
Important safety notes .................. 386
Service indicator ............................ 327
AdBlue® service indicator ................ 327
Additional speedometer ................... 250
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 388
Adjusting the headlamp range ......... 118
Airbags
Front airbag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 48
Important safety guidelines ............. 46
Kneebag ........................................... 48
Pelvis airbag .................................... 49
Sidebag ............................................ 49
Triggering ......................................... 45
Windowbag ...................................... 50
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
Air filter
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 281
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
Index
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AIR FLOW ........................................... 140
Air pressure
see Tyre pressure
Air vents
Glove compartment ....................... 151
Important safety notes .................. 150
Rear ............................................... 152
Setting ........................................... 150
Setting the centre air vents ........... 151
Setting the side air vents ............... 151
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Anti-glare film .................................... 324
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Approach/departure angle .............. 182
Aquaplaning ....................................... 178
Ashtray ............................................... 319
Assistance graphic (on-board computer, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .................................. 248
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........ 326
Hiding a service message .............. 326
Notes ..................................... 326, 327
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 327
Service message ............................ 326
Special service requirements ......... 327
ATA (anti-theft alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 75
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Function ........................................... 75
Interior motion sensor ..................... 76
Switching off the alarm .................... 75
Tow-away protection ........................ 76
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 249
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Function/notes ............................. 214
Audio DVD (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) .......................... 245
Audio menu (on-board computer,
12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ................................................. 245
Audio menu (on-board computer) .... 245
Authorised workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 275
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 272
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 160
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 159
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 117
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 165
Automatic drive program ............... 167
Changing gear ............................... 165
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 163
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 291
Driving tips .................................... 165
Emergency running mode .............. 170
Engaging drive position .................. 165
Engaging neutral ............................ 165
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 164
Engaging reverse gear ................... 164
Engaging the park position ............ 164
Kickdown ....................................... 166
Manual drive program .................... 167
Manual drive program (vehicles
with Sports package AMG) ............ 168
Overview ........................................ 163
Problem (fault) ............................... 170
Program selector button ................ 166
Pulling away ................................... 158
Starting the engine ........................ 157
Steering wheel gearshift paddles ... 167
Trailer towing ................................. 166
Transmission position display ........ 164
Transmission positions .................. 165
Automatic transmission emer-
gency running mode ......................... 170
Index
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Automatic transmissions
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 293
Auxiliary heating
Activating/deactivating ................. 146
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 147
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 294
Important safety notes .................. 146
Problem (display message) ............ 150
Remote control .............................. 147
Setting (on-board computer, 12button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 254
Setting the departure time ............. 148
Auxiliary ventilation
Activating/deactivating ................. 146
Activating/deactivating (on the
centre console) .............................. 147
Problem (display message) ............ 150
Remote control .............................. 147
B
Bag hook ............................................ 314
Ball coupling
Fitting ............................................ 230
Removing ....................................... 233
Storing ........................................... 233
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 69
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) .................................................... 70
Battery (key)
Checking .......................................... 83
Important safety notes .................... 83
Replacing ......................................... 83
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 348
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 280
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 276
Important safety notes .................. 345
Jump starting ................................. 349
Belt
see Seat belt
Belt force limiters (activation) ........... 45
Belt tensioner
Activation ......................................... 45
Function ........................................... 56
Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 249
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Notes/function .............................. 216
Trailer towing ................................. 218
see Active Blind Spot Assist
BlueTEC (AdBlue®) ............................. 386
Bonnet
Closing ........................................... 329
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 293
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 292
Important safety notes .................. 328
Opening ......................................... 328
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 266
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 261
Notes ............................................. 388
Brake lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 273
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 270
Brake lamps
Adaptive ........................................... 71
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 69
BAS .................................................. 69
BAS PLUS ........................................ 70
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 388
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 264
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 259
Driving tips .................................... 177
Important safety notes .................. 177
Parking brake ........................ 175, 178
Warning lamp ................................. 299
Index
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Breakdown
see Flat tyre
see Towing away/tow-starting
Bulbs
see Replacing bulbs
C
Calling up a fault
see Display messages
Car
see Vehicle
Care
Automatic car wash ....................... 333
Carpets .......................................... 338
Display ........................................... 337
Exterior lighting ............................. 335
Gear or selector lever .................... 337
High-pressure cleaner .................... 333
Interior ........................................... 337
Matt paintwork .............................. 334
Notes ............................................. 332
Paint .............................................. 334
Plastic trim .................................... 337
Reversing camera .......................... 336
Roof lining ...................................... 338
Seat belt ........................................ 338
Seat cover ..................................... 338
Sensors ......................................... 336
Steering wheel ............................... 337
Tail pipes ....................................... 336
Trim pieces .................................... 338
Washing by hand ........................... 333
Wheels ........................................... 334
Windows ........................................ 335
Wiper blades .................................. 335
Wooden trim .................................. 338
Car wash (care) ................................. 333
CD player/CD changer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 245
Central locking
Automatic locking (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 253
Locking/unlocking (key) .................. 81
Centre console
Lower section .................................. 40
Upper section .................................. 39
Changing bulbs
Cornering light function ................. 127
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 125
Main-beam headlamps ................... 126
Parking lamps (front) ..................... 126
Reversing lamps ............................ 127
Standing lamps .............................. 126
Turn signals (front) ......................... 126
Turn signals (rear) .......................... 127
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 67
Rear doors ....................................... 67
Children
In the vehicle ................................... 57
Restraint systems ............................ 57
Child seat
Automatic recognition ..................... 59
ISOFIX .............................................. 60
On the front-passenger seat ............ 58
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 67
Recommendations ........................... 65
Suitable positions ............................ 63
Top Tether ....................................... 61
Cigarette lighter ................................ 320
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ........................... 335
Trailer tow hitch ............................. 336
Climate control
Adjusting airflow (AIR FLOW) ......... 140
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 146
Controlling automatically ............... 140
Convenience opening/closing
(air-recirculation mode) ................. 144
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 138
Demisting the windows .................. 143
Demisting the windscreen ............. 142
Important safety notes .................. 134
Indicator lamp ................................ 140
Notes on using THERMATIC auto-
matic climate control ..................... 135
Notes on using THERMOTRONIC
automatic climate control .............. 138
Overview of systems ...................... 134
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 140
Problem with the rear window
heating .......................................... 144
Rear control panel ......................... 137
Index
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Setting the air distribution ............. 141
Setting the airflow ......................... 142
Setting the air vents ...................... 150
Setting the temperature ................ 141
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 144
Switching on/off ........................... 138
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 145
Switching the rear window heat-
ing on/off ...................................... 143
Switching the ZONE function on/
off .................................................. 142
THERMATIC automatic climate
control (2-zone) ............................. 135
THERMOTRONIC (3-zone) auto-
matic climate control ..................... 137
Clock
Setting (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Coat hooks ......................................... 317
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 32
see Instrument cluster
Collapsible emergency spare
wheel
see Emergency spare wheel
COMAND Online
see separate operating instructions
Combination switch .......................... 119
Constant headlamp mode
see Daytime driving lights
Consumption statistics
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Convenience closing feature .............. 95
Convenience opening/closing (air-
recirculation mode) ........................... 144
Convenience opening feature ............ 95
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 331
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 278
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 275
Important safety notes .................. 388
Temperature gauge (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 239
Temperature gauge (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 236
Warning lamp ................................. 304
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 29
Cornering lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 127
Cornering light function
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 272
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 269
Function/notes ............................. 121
Cover
see Roller sunblind
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 124
Cruise control
Cruise control lever ....................... 183
Deactivating ................................... 185
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 287
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 282
Driving system ............................... 183
Important safety notes .................. 183
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 183
Selecting ........................................ 184
Setting a speed .............................. 185
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 184
Cup holder
Centre console .............................. 319
Important safety notes .................. 319
Rear compartment ......................... 319
D
Dashboard lighting
see Instrument cluster lighting
Data
see Technical data
Date
Setting (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Index
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Daytime driving lamps
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter, 12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 251
Daytime driving lights
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter, 4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 238
Switching on/off (switch) .............. 117
Declarations of conformity ................. 27
Delayed switch-off
Exterior lighting (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 252
Interior lighting (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 253
Diagnostics connection ...................... 27
Diesel .................................................. 385
Digital speedometer ......................... 243
Dipped beam
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 269
Dipped-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 125
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 272
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 116
Setting for driving on the right/left 252
Switching on/off ........................... 117
DIRECT SELECT lever
see Automatic transmission
Display (cleaning instructions) ........ 337
Display message (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 326
Calling up ....................................... 258
Driving systems ............................. 283
Engine ............................................ 278
General notes ................................ 257
Hiding ............................................ 257
Key ................................................ 296
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 296
Lights ............................................. 272
Safety systems .............................. 264
Tyres .............................................. 289
Vehicle ........................................... 293
Display message (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 326
Calling up ....................................... 257
Driving systems ............................. 282
Engine ............................................ 275
General notes ................................ 257
Hiding ............................................ 257
Key ................................................ 295
KEYLESS-GO .................................. 295
Lights ............................................. 269
Safety systems .............................. 259
Tyres .............................................. 288
Vehicle ........................................... 291
Distance recorder
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 242
Distance warning signal (warning
lamp) .................................................. 306
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activation conditions ..................... 189
Deactivating ................................... 194
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 286
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 193
Driving tips .................................... 194
Function/notes ............................. 188
Important safety notes .................. 188
Selecting ........................................ 189
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 192
Warning lamp ................................. 306
Door
Automatic door locking feature
(on-board computer, 12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 253
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 88
Central locking/unlocking (key) ...... 81
Control panel ................................... 42
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 293
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 292
Emergency locking ........................... 89
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
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Index
Important safety notes .................... 86
Opening (from the inside) ................ 87
Downhill Speed Regulation
see DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 167
Display ........................................... 164
Display (DIRECT SELECT lever) ...... 164
Manual ........................................... 167
Manual (vehicles with Sports
package AMG) ............................... 168
Driver's door
see Door
Drive system
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 220
Driving abroad
Service24h .................................... 327
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 116
Driving in mountainous terrain
Approach/departure angle ............ 182
Driving off-road
see Off-road driving
Driving safety system
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) ............................................... 70
Electronic Brake-force Distribution .. 73
ESP® (Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ......................................... 71, 72
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 71
Important safety guidelines ............. 68
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 69
Adaptive brake lamps ...................... 71
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 69
Overview .......................................... 68
PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 74
Driving system
360°camera .................................. 210
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 222
Active Parking Assist ..................... 201
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 282
Driving systems
Active Driving Assistance package 220
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 214
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 216
Cruise control ................................ 183
Distronic Plus ................................ 188
HOLD function ............................... 196
Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 218
Lane package ................................ 216
PARKTRONIC ................................. 197
Reversing camera .......................... 205
Speed Limit Assist ......................... 215
SPEEDTRONIC ............................... 185
Driving tips
Aquaplaning ................................... 178
Automatic transmission ................. 165
Brakes ........................................... 177
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 194
Downhill gradient ........................... 177
Driving abroad ............................... 116
Driving in winter ............................. 179
Driving on flooded roads ................ 178
Driving on sand .............................. 181
Driving on wet roads ...................... 178
Driving over obstacles ................... 182
General .......................................... 176
Icy road surfaces ........................... 179
Limited braking efficiency on sal-
ted roads ....................................... 177
New brake pads/linings ................ 178
Off-road driving .............................. 180
Off-road fording ............................. 178
Running-in tips ............................... 154
Snow chains .................................. 361
Symmetrical dipped beam ............. 116
Towing a trailer .............................. 228
Travelling uphill .............................. 182
Tyre ruts ........................................ 182
Wet road surface ........................... 177
DSR (Downhill Speed Regulation)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Function/notes ............................. 226
Index
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E
EASY-ENTRY feature
Activating/deactivating (12-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .. 255
Function/notes ............................. 109
EASY-EXIT feature
Activating/deactivating (12-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .. 255
Crash-responsive ........................... 110
Function/notes ............................. 109
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message (12 button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 265
Function/notes ................................ 73
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 260
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 176
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 160
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 159
Deactivating/activating ................. 160
General information ....................... 159
Important safety notes .................. 159
Introduction ................................... 158
Electrical fuses
see Fuses
Electromagnetic compatibility
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency key
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 88
Emergency key element
Function/notes ................................ 82
Locking vehicle ................................ 89
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 88
Emergency spare wheel
General notes ................................ 375
Important safety notes .................. 374
Inflating the collapsible spare
wheel ............................................. 375
Storage location ............................ 375
Stowing .......................................... 376
Technical data ............................... 377
Emergency unlocking
Tailgate ............................................ 93
Vehicle ............................................. 88
Engine
ECO start/stop function ................ 158
Engine number ............................... 382
Jump-starting ................................. 349
Running irregularly ......................... 161
Starting problems .......................... 161
Starting the engine with the key .... 157
Starting with KEYLESS GO ............. 157
Stopping ........................................ 174
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 354
Warning lamp (engine diagnostics) 304
Engine electronics
Notes ............................................. 380
Problem (fault) ............................... 161
Engine jump starting
see Jump starting (engine)
Engine oil
Additives ........................................ 388
Checking the oil level ..................... 329
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 329
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 280
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
Filling capacity ............................... 388
Notes about oil grades ................... 387
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 329
Topping up ..................................... 330
Viscosity ........................................ 388
Environmental protection
Returning an end-of-life vehicle ....... 25
ESP® (Electronic Stability Program)
Deactivating/activating ................... 72
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 264
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 259
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 71
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Index
Function/notes ......................... 71, 72
Important safety guidelines ............. 71
Trailer stabilisation .......................... 73
Warning lamp ................................. 301
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 71
Exhaust tail pipe (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 336
Exterior lighting
Settings options ............................. 116
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 110
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 112
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 111
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 111
Folding in (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 256
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 112
Parking position ............................. 112
Resetting ....................................... 111
Storing settings (memory function) 113
F
Fault message
see Display messages
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Fire extinguisher ............................... 340
First-aid kit ......................................... 340
Fitting a wheel
Removing a wheel .......................... 371
Fitting wheels
Fitting a wheel ............................... 371
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 372
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 368
Raising the vehicle ......................... 369
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 369
Flat tyre
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 342
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 342
see Emergency spare wheel
Floormat ............................................. 323
Foglamps
Extended range .............................. 121
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ....................................... 312
Fording
Off-road ......................................... 178
On flooded roads ........................... 178
Frequencies
Mobile phone ................................. 380
Two-way radio ................................ 380
Front foglamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Front foglamps
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 385
Consumption information .............. 386
Displaying the range (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
Displaying the range (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
E10 ................................................ 384
Grade (petrol) ................................ 384
Important safety notes .................. 383
Problem (malfunction) ................... 173
Quality (diesel) ............................... 385
Refuelling ....................................... 170
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 383
Tank content display (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 35
Tank content display (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) .......... 33
Fuel consumption
Current (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 242
Fuel filler flap
Opening/closing ............................ 171
Fuel filter
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 281
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
Fuel reserve
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 280
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
see Fuel
Index
13
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 383
Problem (malfunction) ................... 173
Fuse allocation chart (vehicle tool
kit) ...................................................... 341
Fuses
Allocation chart ............................. 355
Before changing ............................. 355
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 355
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 356
Fuse box in the luggage compart-
ment .............................................. 356
Important safety notes .................. 354
G
Gear or selector lever (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 337
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts ........... 25
Glove compartment .......................... 311
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
Hazard warning lamps ...................... 120
Headlamp
Cleaning system (function) ............ 120
Cleaning system (notes) ................ 389
Headlamps
Misting up ...................................... 123
Topping up the cleaning system .... 332
see Automatic headlamp mode
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 104
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 105
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 105
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 105
Fitting/removing (rear) .................. 106
see NECK-PRO head restraints/
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Heating
see Climate control
High-pressure cleaners .................... 333
Hill start assist .................................. 158
HOLD function
Deactivating ................................... 197
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 282
Function/notes ............................. 196
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobiliser .......................................... 75
Indicator and warning lamps
Coolant .......................................... 304
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 306
Engine diagnostics ......................... 304
Overview (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 36
Overview (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) ................................ 34
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Indicators
see Turn signals
Insect protection on the radiator .... 329
Instrument cluster (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
Indicator and warning lamps ............ 36
Overview .......................................... 35
Settings ......................................... 250
Instrument cluster (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Indicator and warning lamps ............ 34
Overview .......................................... 33
Instrument cluster lighting .............. 251
Multifunction steering wheel with
4 buttons ....................................... 236
Intelligent Light System
Activating/deactivating (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 251
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Overview ........................................ 120
Setting the dipped-beam headlamps for driving on the right/left . 252
Interior lighting ................................. 123
Automatic control system .............. 124
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Index
Delayed switch-off (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 253
Emergency lighting ........................ 124
Manual control ............................... 124
Overview ........................................ 123
Reading lamp ................................. 123
Setting brightness for display/
switches (on-board computer) ....... 251
Interior motion sensor ........................ 76
ISOFIX child seat securing system .... 60
J
Jack
Storage location ............................ 341
Using ............................................. 369
Jump starting (engine) ...................... 349
K
Key
Changing the battery ....................... 83
Checking the battery ....................... 83
Convenience closing feature ............ 95
Convenience opening feature .......... 95
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 295
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 81
Emergency key element ................... 82
Important safety notes .................... 80
Loss ................................................. 85
Modifying the programming ............. 82
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 155
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 85
Starting the engine ........................ 157
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing ........................ 96
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction display) .......................... 296
Display message (4-button multi-
function display) ............................ 295
Locking ............................................ 81
Start/Stop button .......................... 155
Starting the engine ........................ 157
Unlocking ......................................... 81
Key positions
Key ................................................ 155
KEYLESS GO .................................. 155
Keys
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 296
Kickdown
Driving tips .................................... 166
Manual drive program .................... 169
Kneebag ............................................... 48
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating ................. 249
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Function/information .................... 218
Lane package ..................................... 216
Lashing eyelets ................................. 313
Licence plate lighting
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 273
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Lights
Activating/deactivating the exterior lighting delayed switch-off
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 252
Activating/deactivating the interior lighting delayed switch-off
(12-button multifunction steering
wheel) ............................................ 253
Active light function ....................... 120
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 117
Cornering light function ................. 121
Dipped-beam headlamps ............... 117
Driving abroad ............................... 116
Foglamps ....................................... 118
Foglamps (extended range) ........... 121
Hazard warning lamps ................... 120
Headlamp flasher ........................... 119
Headlamp range ............................ 118
Light switch ................................... 117
Main-beam headlamps ................... 119
Motorway mode ............................. 121
Off-road lights ................................ 121
Parking lamps ................................ 118
Index
15
Rear foglamp ................................. 118
Setting brightness for display/
switches (on-board computer) ....... 251
Side lamps ..................................... 118
Switching Adaptive Highbeam
Assist on/off ................................. 252
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 251
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Switching the daytime driving
lights on/off (switch) ..................... 117
Switching the surround lighting
on/off (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 252
Turn signals ................................... 119
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 275
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 272
LIM indicator lamp
Cruise control ................................ 183
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 189
Variable SPEEDTRONIC ................. 186
Limiting the speed
see SPEEDTRONIC
Loading guidelines ............................ 310
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 88
Emergency locking ........................... 89
From inside (central locking but-
ton) .................................................. 87
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Locking verification signal (on-
board computer) ............................... 254
Luggage compartment cover ........... 314
Luggage compartment enlarge-
ment ................................................... 312
Luggage compartment floor
opening/closing ............................ 317
stowage well, under ....................... 317
Lumbar support
Adjusting ....................................... 106
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 106
Luxury multifunction steering
wheel
see On-board computer (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
M
M+S tyres ........................................... 360
Main beam
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 270
Main-beam headlamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 126
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 273
Switching on/off ........................... 119
Maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Manual transmission
Engaging reverse gear ................... 163
Gear lever ...................................... 162
Pulling away ................................... 157
Shifting to neutral .......................... 163
Shift recommendation ................... 163
Starting the engine ........................ 157
Matt finish (cleaning instructions) .. 334
Memory card (audio) ......................... 245
Memory function ............................... 113
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre
see Qualified specialist workshop
Message memory
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 258
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 257
Messages
see Display messages
Mirror
see Vanity mirror (in sun visor)
16
Index
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
Mobile phone
Frequencies ................................... 380
Installation ..................................... 380
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 246
Notes/placing in the bracket ......... 322
Transmission output (maximum) .... 380
Mobile telephone
Pre-installed bracket ...................... 323
Modifying the programming (key) ..... 82
Motorway mode ................................ 121
MP3
Operating ....................................... 245
see Separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 237
Permanent display (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 251
Multi-function display
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 241
Multifunction steering wheel (12
buttons)
see On-board computer (12-button multifunction steering wheel)
Multifunction steering wheel (4
buttons)
see On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel)
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 243
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 243
see separate operating instructions
NECK-PRO head restraints
Operation ......................................... 51
Resetting after being triggered ........ 52
NECK-PRO luxury head restraints
Operation ......................................... 51
Resetting after being triggered ........ 52
Notes on running in a new vehicle .. 154
O
Occupant safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 57
Important safety notes .................... 44
Odometer
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 238
see Total distance recorder
see Trip meter
Off-road drive program ..................... 227
Off-road driving
Approach/departure angle ............ 391
Checklist after driving off-road ...... 181
Checklist before driving off-road .... 181
Fording depth ................................ 391
General information ....................... 180
Important safety notes .................. 180
Maximum gradient climbing ability 391
Travelling uphill .............................. 182
Off-road lights .................................... 121
Off-road system
4MATIC .......................................... 225
DSR ............................................... 226
Off-road ABS .................................... 69
Off-road drive program .................. 227
Off-road ESP® .................................. 73
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Light submenu ............................... 251
Operating the TV ............................ 245
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)
Assist menu ................................... 247
Audio menu ................................... 245
Convenience submenu .................. 255
Important safety notes .................. 236
Instrument cluster submenu .......... 250
Lights submenu ............................. 251
Menu overview .............................. 241
Navigation menu ............................ 243
Operating ....................................... 240
Operating the video DVD ............... 246
Range ............................................ 242
Service menu ................................. 250
Standard display submenu ............ 242
Index
17
Telephone menu ............................ 246
Trip menu ...................................... 242
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)
Displaying service messages ......... 326
Display messages .......................... 257
Heating submenu ........................... 254
Message memory .......................... 258
Vehicle submenu ........................... 253
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel)Set-
tings menu ......................................... 250
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) submenu
Factory setting ............................... 256
On-board computer (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Important safety notes .................. 236
Menu overview .............................. 238
Switching daytime driving lights
on/off ............................................ 238
On-board computer (4-button multifunction steering wheel)
Displaying service messages ......... 326
Display messages .......................... 257
Individual vehicle settings .............. 237
Message memory .......................... 257
Operating ....................................... 237
Range ............................................ 238
Standard display ............................ 238
Time/date ..................................... 239
Trip computer ................................ 238
Opening and closing the side trim
panels ................................................. 127
Operating instructions
Vehicle equipment ........................... 26
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Important safety note ...................... 26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Outside temperature
Display (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Display (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 237
Overhead control panel ...................... 41
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 68
P
Paint code .......................................... 382
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 334
Panic alarm .......................................... 44
Panorama sliding sunroof
Important safety information ........... 97
Opening/closing .............................. 98
Opening/closing the roller sun-
blind ................................................. 99
Problem (malfunction) ................... 100
Rain closing feature ......................... 98
Resetting ....................................... 100
Parking ............................................... 174
Important safety notes .................. 174
Parking brake ................................ 175
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 112
Reversing camera .......................... 205
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 201
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake .................................... 175
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 265
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 260
Notes/function .............................. 175
Parking lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Parking lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 126
Switching on/off ........................... 118
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 200
Driving system ............................... 197
Function/notes ............................. 197
Important safety notes .................. 197
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Index
Problem (fault) ............................... 201
Sensor range ................................. 198
Trailer towing ................................. 200
Warning display ............................. 199
PASS AIRBAG OFF
see PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 59
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 67
Petrol .................................................. 384
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) . 337
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE® (preventative occupant
protection)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 266
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 261
PRE-SAFE® (preventive occupant
safety system)
Operation ......................................... 50
PRE-SAFE® Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 248
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 267
Function/notes ................................ 74
Warning lamp ................................. 306
Program selector button .................. 166
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 25
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 158
Manual transmission ...................... 157
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 28
R
Radar sensor system
Activating/deactivating ................. 254
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 284
Radiator cover ................................... 329
Radio
Selecting a station (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 245
see separate operating instructions
Radio-based vehicle components
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Rain closing feature (panorama
sliding sunroof) ................................... 98
Range (fuel)
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 242
Displaying (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Reading lamp ..................................... 123
Rear compartment
Setting the airflow ......................... 142
Setting the air vents ...................... 152
Rear-compartment seat belt sta-
tus indicator ........................................ 55
Rear foglamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Rear-view mirror
Anti-dazzle mode (automatic) ........ 112
Dipping (manual) ........................... 110
Rear window heating
Problem (fault) ............................... 144
Switching on/off ........................... 143
Rear window wiper
Replacing the wiper blade .............. 130
Switching on/off ........................... 129
Refuelling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 170
Refuelling process ......................... 171
see Fuel
Remote control
Auxiliary heating/ventilation .......... 147
Changing the batteries (auxiliary
heating) ......................................... 148
Replacing bulbs
Important safety notes .................. 124
Overview of bulb types .................. 125
Index
19
Replacing the battery (auxiliary
heating remote control) .................... 148
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 280
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 277
Warning lamp ................................. 304
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 145
Restraint system
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Rev counter
12-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 239
4-button multifunction steering
wheel ............................................. 237
Reverse gear
Engaging (manual transmission) .... 163
Reversing camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 336
Function/notes ............................. 205
Switching on/off ........................... 206
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 98
Roller sunblinds ............................... 99
Side windows ................................... 94
Tailgate ............................................ 90
Reversing lamp
Changing bulbs .............................. 127
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 274
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 271
Roller blind
see Roller sunblind
Roller sunblind
Opening/closing .............................. 99
Panorama sliding sunroof ................ 99
Roof carrier ........................................ 318
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
instructions) ...................................... 338
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 390
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 243
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 57
Child restraint systems .................... 57
Safety net
Attaching ....................................... 316
Important safety information ......... 315
Safety system
see Driving safety system
Seat
Folding the backrest (rear com-
partment) forwards/back .............. 313
Seat belt
Activating/deactivating seat-belt
adjustment (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 256
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 54
Adjusting the height ......................... 54
Belt force limiter .............................. 56
Belt tensioner .................................. 56
Centre rear-compartment seat ........ 55
Cleaning ......................................... 338
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 267
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 261
Fastening ......................................... 54
Important safety guidelines ............. 52
Rear seat belt status indicator ......... 55
Releasing ......................................... 55
Warning lamp ................................. 297
Warning lamp (function) ................... 55
Seats
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 104
Adjusting (manually and electri-
cally) .............................................. 104
Adjusting lumbar support .............. 106
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 106
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 104
Cleaning the cover ......................... 338
Correct driver's seat position ........ 102
Folding the rear bench seat for-
wards/back ................................... 312
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Index
Important safety notes .................. 103
Seat heating problem .................... 108
Seat ventilation problem ................ 108
Storing settings (memory function) 113
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 107
Switching the seat ventilation on/
off .................................................. 108
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 336
Service
see ASSYST PLUS
Service menu (12-button multi-
function steering wheel) .................. 250
Service products
AdBlue® special additives .............. 386
Brake fluid ..................................... 388
Coolant (engine) ............................ 388
Engine oil ....................................... 387
Fuel ................................................ 382
Important safety notes .................. 382
Washer fluid ................................... 389
Settings
Factory (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 256
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 250
Setting the air distribution ............... 141
Setting the airflow ............................ 142
Shifting to neutral (manual trans-
mission) ............................................. 163
Sidebag ................................................ 49
Side lamps
Changing bulbs .............................. 126
Switching on/off ........................... 118
Side windows
Convenience closing ........................ 95
Convenience opening ...................... 95
Important safety notes .................... 94
Opening/closing .............................. 95
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 97
resetting .......................................... 96
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama sliding sunroof
Snow chains ...................................... 361
Socket
Centre console .............................. 321
Rear compartment ......................... 322
Sockets
General notes ................................ 321
Spare wheel
Storage location ............................ 375
Storing ........................................... 376
Specialist workshop ............................ 28
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speed Limit Assist
Activating/deactivating the warn-
ing function .................................... 248
Displaying ...................................... 248
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 283
Display message in the multifunc-
tion display .................................... 216
Important safety notes .................. 215
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 250
Digital ............................................ 243
In the instrument cluster (12-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .... 35
In the instrument cluster (4-but-
ton multifunction steering wheel) .... 33
Segments ...................................... 239
Selecting the unit of measurement 250
see Instrument cluster
SPEEDTRONIC
Deactivating variable ..................... 187
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 287
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 282
Function/notes ............................. 185
Important safety notes .................. 185
LIM indicator lamp ......................... 186
Permanent ..................................... 187
Selecting ........................................ 186
Storing the current speed .............. 186
Variable ......................................... 186
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 268
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 262
Introduction ..................................... 45
Index
21
Warning lamp ................................. 303
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 156
Steering
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 294
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 292
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 109
Adjusting (manually) ...................... 109
Buttons (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 240
Buttons (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 237
Cleaning ......................................... 337
Gearshift paddles ........................... 167
Important safety notes .................. 108
Storing settings (memory function) 113
Steering wheel gearshift paddles .... 167
Stowage areas ................................... 310
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................. 311
Centre console .............................. 311
Cup holder ..................................... 319
Glove compartment ....................... 311
Important safety information ......... 310
Rear ............................................... 312
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 312
Stowage net ....................................... 312
Stowage space
Stowage net ................................... 312
Summer opening
see Convenience opening feature
Summer tyres .................................... 360
Sun visor ............................................ 319
Supplemental Restraint System
see SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System)
Surround lighting (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) ................ 252
Switching off the alarm (ATA) ............ 75
T
Tailgate
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 293
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 292
Emergency unlocking ....................... 93
Important safety notes .................... 89
Limiting the opening angle ............... 93
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 92
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 91
Opening/closing (from outside) ....... 90
Opening dimensions ...................... 390
Tail lamp
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 273
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 270
Tank
see Fuel tank
Tank content
Displaying the range (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
Displaying the range (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Fuel gauge (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 35
Fuel gauge (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ......................... 33
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 382
Emergency spare wheel ................. 377
Information .................................... 380
Trailer loads ................................... 393
Tyres/wheels ................................. 372
Vehicle data ................................... 390
Telephone
Accepting a call ............................. 247
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 294
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 246
Number from the phone book ........ 247
Redialling ....................................... 247
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 247
Telephone compartment ................ 311
22
Index
Temperature
Coolant (12-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 239
Coolant (4-button multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 236
Outside temperature (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 239
Outside temperature (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 237
Setting (climate control) ................ 141
TEMPOMAT
Function/notes ............................. 183
Theft-deterrent system
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 75
Immobiliser ...................................... 75
Time
Setting the clock (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 239
see Separate Owner's manual
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 342
Top Tether ............................................ 61
Total distance recorder
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 242
Displaying (4-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 238
Tow-away protection .......................... 76
Towing
Important safety notes .................. 351
With the rear axle raised ................ 353
Towing a trailer
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 222
Active Lane Keeping Assist .... 220, 225
Active Parking Assist ..................... 205
Lights display message (12-button multifunction steering wheel) .. 272
Lights display message (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 269
Towing away
Fitting the towing eye .................... 352
Removing the towing eye ............... 352
With both axles on the ground ....... 353
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 354
Fitting the towing eye .................... 352
Important safety notes .................. 351
Removing the towing eye ............... 352
Trailer coupling
see Towing a trailer
Trailer towing
7-pin connector ............................. 233
Blind Spot Assist ............................ 218
Cleaning the trailer tow hitch ......... 336
Coupling up a trailer ...................... 232
Decoupling a trailer ....................... 232
Driving tips .................................... 228
Fitting the ball coupling ................. 230
Important safety notes .................. 228
Mounting dimensions .................... 391
Parktronic ...................................... 200
Power supply ................................. 233
Removing the ball coupling ............ 233
Storing the ball coupling ................ 233
Trailer loads ................................... 393
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
see Manual transmission
Transmission position display ......... 164
Transmission position display
(DIRECT SELECT lever) ...................... 164
Transporting the vehicle .................. 353
Travelling uphill
Brow of hill ..................................... 183
Driving downhill ............................. 183
Maximum gradient-climbing capa-
bility ............................................... 183
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) . 338
Trip computer
On-board computer (12-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 242
On-board computer (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Trip meter
Displaying/resetting (4-button
multifunction steering wheel) ........ 238
Displaying (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 242
Resetting (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) ....................... 243
Turn signal
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 273
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 270
Index
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Turn signals
Changing bulbs (front) ................... 126
Changing bulbs (rear) .................... 127
Switching on/off ........................... 119
TV
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 245
see Separate operating instructions
Two-way radio
Frequencies ................................... 380
Installation ..................................... 380
Transmission output (maximum) .... 380
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
Tyre pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 364
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 289
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 288
Important safety notes .................. 364
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 344
Pressure loss warning .................... 363
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 344
Recommended ............................... 361
Tyre pressure loss warning
General notes ................................ 363
Important safety notes .................. 363
Restarting ...................................... 363
Tyre pressure monitor
Checking the tyre pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 365
Function/notes ............................. 364
General notes ................................ 364
Important safety notes .................. 365
Restarting ...................................... 366
Warning lamp ................................. 307
Warning message .......................... 366
Tyres
Changing a wheel .......................... 367
Checking ........................................ 359
Direction of rotation ...................... 368
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 289
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 288
Important safety notes .................. 358
M+S tyres ...................................... 360
Replacing ....................................... 367
Service life ..................................... 360
Storing ........................................... 368
Summer tyres ................................ 360
Tyre size (data) .............................. 372
Tyre tread ...................................... 359
see Flat tyre
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Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) ............................. 87
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Vanity mirror (in sun visor) .............. 319
Variable SPEEDTRONIC
see SPEEDTRONIC
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 28
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Electronics ..................................... 380
Emergency locking ........................... 89
Emergency unlocking ....................... 88
Equipment ....................................... 26
Implied warranty .............................. 28
Individual settings .......................... 250
Leaving parked up ......................... 175
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 89
Locking (key) ................................... 81
Lowering ........................................ 372
Pulling away ................................... 157
Raising ........................................... 369
Registration ..................................... 28
Securing from rolling away ............ 369
Towing away .................................. 351
Tow-starting ................................... 351
Transporting .................................. 353
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 88
Unlocking (key) ................................ 81
Vehicle data ................................... 390
Vehicle data ....................................... 390
Vehicle data (off-road driving)
Approach/departure angle ............ 391
Fording depth ................................ 391
Maximum gradient climbing ability 391
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 390
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Index
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 89
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 382
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 341
Video (DVD) ........................................ 246
Video DVD (12-button multifunc-
tion steering wheel) .......................... 246
VIN ...................................................... 382
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Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 299
Brakes ........................................... 299
Distance warning signal ................. 306
ESP® .............................................. 301
ESP® OFF ....................................... 302
Fuel tank ........................................ 304
LIM (cruise control) ........................ 183
LIM (DISTRONIC PLUS) .................. 189
LIM (variable SPEEDTRONIC) ......... 186
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF ................ 59
Reserve fuel ................................... 304
Seat belt ........................................ 297
SRS ................................................ 303
Tyre pressure monitor ................... 307
Warning triangle ................................ 340
Washer fluid
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 294
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 292
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 372
Wheel chock ...................................... 369
Wheels
Changing/replacing ....................... 367
Changing a wheel .......................... 367
Checking ........................................ 359
Cleaning ......................................... 334
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 368
Emergency spare wheel ................. 374
Fitting a new wheel ........................ 371
Fitting a wheel ............................... 368
Important safety notes .................. 358
Removing a wheel .......................... 371
Storing ........................................... 368
Tightening torque ........................... 372
Wheel size/tyre size ...................... 372
Windowbag
Display message (12-button mul-
tifunction steering wheel) .............. 269
Display message (4-button multi-
function steering wheel) ................ 263
Operation ......................................... 50
Windows
Cleaning ......................................... 335
see Side windows
Windscreen
Demisting ...................................... 142
see Windscreen
Windscreen washer fluid
see Windscreen washer system
Windscreen washer system ............. 332
Notes ............................................. 389
Windscreen wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 131
Rear window wiper ........................ 129
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 129
Switching on/off ........................... 128
Winter operation
Important safety notes .................. 360
Radiator cover ............................... 329
Slippery road surfaces ................... 179
Snow chains .................................. 361
Winter tyres
Limiting the speed (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 253
M+S tyres ...................................... 360
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 335
Important safety notes .................. 129
Replacing (on the rear window) ..... 130
Replacing (windscreen) .................. 129
Wooden trim (cleaning instructions) 338
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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ZONE function
Switching on/off ........................... 142
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Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
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Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
Our objectives are to use the natural resources which form the basis of our existence on
this planet sparingly and in a manner which
takes the requirements of both nature and
humanity into consideration.
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 tyre wear depend on
the following factors:
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operating conditions of your vehicle
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your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. Therefore,
please bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
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avoid short trips, as these increase fuel
consumption.
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observe the correct tyre pressure.
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do not carry any unnecessary weight in the
vehicle.
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remove the roof rack once you no longer
need it.
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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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all maintenance work should be 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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monitor the vehicle's fuel consumption.
Returning an end-of-life vehicle
EU countries only:
Mercedes-Benz will take back your old vehicle
to dispose of it in an environmentally-responsible manner in accordance with the European Union (EU) End of Life Vehicles Directive.
There is a network of return points and disassembly plants available. You can return
your vehicle to these plants free of charge.
This makes a valuable contribution to the
recycling process and the conservation of
resources.
For further information on recycling old vehicles, recovery and the terms of the policy,
visit the Mercedes-Benz homepage.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
Environmental note
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Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned
assemblies and parts which are of the same
quality as new parts. For these, the same warranty applies as for new parts.
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Airbags and seat belt tensioners, 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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dashboard
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instrument cluster
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centre console
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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 accessories retrofitted at a qualified
specialist workshop.
You could jeopardise the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tyres and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tyres, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Mercedes-Benz tests genuine parts and conversion parts and accessories that have been
specifically approved for your vehicle for their
reliability, safety and suitability. Despite
ongoing market research, Mercedes-Benz is
unable to assess other parts. Mercedes-Benz
therefore accepts no responsibility for the
use of such parts in Mercedes-Benz vehicles,
even if they have been officially approved or
independently approved by a testing centre.
In Germany, certain parts are only officially
approved for installation or modification if
they comply with legal requirements. This
also applies to some other countries. All genuine Mercedes-Benz parts meet the approval
requirements. The use of non-approved parts
may invalidate the vehicle's general operating
permit.
This is the case:
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if they cause a change of the vehicle type
from that for which the vehicle's general
operating permit was granted
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if other road users could be endangered
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if the emission or noise levels are adversely
affected
Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) (Y page 382) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz parts.
Owner's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Owner's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment
available for your vehicle at the time of publication of the Owner's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Note that your
vehicle may not be fitted with all features
described. This is also the case for systems
and functions relevant to safety. Therefore,
the equipment on your vehicle may differ from
that in the descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase contract documentation for your vehicle contains a list of all of the
systems in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
The Owner's Manual and Service Booklet are
important documents and should kept in the
vehicle.
Operating safety
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or necessary repairs carried out, this could result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as necessary repairs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
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WARNING
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Modifications to electronic components, their
software as well as wiring could effect their
function and/or the operation of other networked components. This could in particular
also be the case for systems relevant to
safety. They might not function properly any
more and/or jeopardise the operational
safety of the vehicle. There is an increased
risk of an accident and injury.
Do not attempt to modify the wiring as well as
electronic components or their software.
Always have work on electrical and electronic
components carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
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There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle makes contact with the
ground, e.g. on a high kerb or a loose
road surface
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you drive too quickly over an obstacle,
e.g. a kerb or a pothole
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a heavy object hits the underbody or
chassis component
In these or similar situations, the vehicle
body, the underbody, chassis components,
wheels or tyres could be damaged even if
this is not visible. Components that have
been damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail or no longer be able to assimilate
the loads occurring in the event of an accident.
If the underbody panelling is damaged,
flammable material, such as leaves, grass
or twigs, could collect between the underbody and underbody panelling. These
materials could ignite if they remain in contact with hot components of the exhaust
system for an extended period.
Have the vehicle checked and repaired
immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. If you become aware when continuing the journey that driving safety has been
effected, stop as soon as possible in
accordance with the traffic conditions. In
such cases, consult a qualified specialist
workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Wireless vehicle components
The following information applies to all components of the vehicle and the information
systems and communication devices integrated into the vehicle which receive and/or
transmit radio waves:
The components of this vehicle that receive
and/or transmit radio waves are compliant
with the basic requirements and all other relevant conditions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
You can obtain further information from any
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Electromagnetic compatibility
The electromagnetic compatibility of the vehicle components has been checked and certified according to the currently valid version
of Regulation ECE-R 10.
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to a diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it can affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. This may
affect the operating safety of the vehicle.
There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
WARNING
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Objects in the driver's footwell may restrict
the clearance around the pedals or block a
depressed pedal. This jeopardises the operating and road safety of the vehicle. There is
a risk of an accident.
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Stow all objects securely in the vehicle so that
they do not get into the driver's footwell.
Always fit the floormats securely and as prescribed in order to ensure that there is always
sufficient room for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place several floormats on top of one another.
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If the engine is switched off and equipment 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
A qualified specialist workshop has the necessary special skills, tools and qualifications
to correctly carry out any necessary work on
your vehicle. This particularly applies to work
relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Service Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
a qualified specialist workshop:
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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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modifications, installations and conversions
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work on electronic components
Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Vehicle registration
Mercedes-Benz may ask its Service Centres
to carry out technical inspections on certain
vehicles. The quality or safety of the vehicle
is improved as a result of the inspection.
Mercedes-Benz can only inform you about
vehicle checks if it has your registration data.
It is possible that your vehicle has not yet
been registered in your name in the following
cases:
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if your vehicle was not purchased at an
authorised specialist dealer.
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if your vehicle has not yet been examined
at a Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
It is advisable to register your vehicle with a
Mercedes-Benz Service Centre.
Inform Mercedes-Benz as soon as possible
about any change in address or vehicle ownership. You can do this at a Mercedes-Benz
Service Centre, for example.
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognise certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
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the technical data in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Implied warranty
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Follow the instructions in this manual
about the proper operation of your vehicle
as well as about possible vehicle damage.
Damage to your vehicle that arises from
culpable contraventions against these
instructions are not covered either by
Mercedes-Benz implied warranty or by the
New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.
Data stored in the vehicle
A wide range of electronic components in
your vehicle contain data memories.
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