Mercedes-Benz S550 2010, S600 2010 User Manual

S-Class

Operator’s Manual

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Contents

Index ....................................................... 4

Introduction ......................................... 21

At a glance ........................................... 27

Safety and security ............................. 39

Control systems .................................. 75

Controls in detail .............................. 273

Operation ........................................... 401

Practical hints ................................... 449

Technical data ................................... 523

Index

1, 2, 3 ...

4-ETS

see ETS/4-ETS

4MATIC

see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)

911 emergency call .......................... 150

ABC (Active Body Control) ................ 345

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 457

ABS (Antilock Brake System) ............. 63

Indicator lamp ................................ 490

Messages in the multifunction

display ................................... 467, 468

Accessory weight .............................. 430

Accidents ........................................... 314

Air bags ........................................... 41

Emergency calls (Tele Aid) ............. 390

Emergency calls (Telephone) ......... 150

NECK-PRO active front head

restraints ........................................ 55

Active Bi-Xenon headlamps

see Headlamps

Active Body Control

see ABC

Adaptive Brake .................................... 65

Adaptive Brake Lights ......................... 66

Adaptive Damping System

see ADS

Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............... 301

Setting ........................................... 235

Additives

Engine oil ....................................... 540

Gasoline ......................................... 541

Address book ..................................... 159

Address change ................................... 22

ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ..... 343

Advanced Parking Guidance

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 461

Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced

TPMS) ................................................. 414

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 464

Air bags ................................................ 41

Emergency call upon deployment .. 390

Front, driver and passenger ............. 44

Front passenger front air bag off

indicator lamp .......................... 46, 498

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 455

OCS (Occupant Classification

System) ........................................... 46

Safety guidelines ............................. 43

Side impact ...................................... 45

Window curtain ................................ 45

Air conditioning refrigerant and

lubricant ............................................. 540

Air distribution .................................. 370

AIRMATIC

ADS (Adaptive Damping System) ... 343

Introduction ................................... 343

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 476

Vehicle level control ...................... 344

Air pressure

see Tire inflation pressure

Air pressure (tires) ............................ 430

Air recirculation mode ...................... 371

Air volume .......................................... 370

Alarm system

see Anti-theft systems

Alignment bolt (vehicle tool

kit) .............................................. 450, 511

All-wheel drive (4MATIC) .................. 347

Alternator

Messages in the multifunction

display ................................... 463, 482

Alternator (Technical data)

see Vehicle specification

AMG menu ......................................... 227

Anticorrosion/antifreeze .................. 543

Antilock Brake System

see ABS

Anti-theft systems ............................... 71

Anti-theft alarm system ................... 72

Immobilizer ...................................... 71

Aquaplaning

see Hydroplaning

Armrest, front

Storage compartment .................... 382

Index

Armrest, rear

Control panel ........................... 80, 293

Cup holder ..................................... 385

Storage compartment .................... 383

Ashtrays ............................................. 387

Aspect ratio (tires) ............................ 430

Assistance menu ............................... 231

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................... 355

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 476

Switching on or off ......................... 232

Audio Aux ........................................... 186

Audio menu ........................................ 226

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors ..... 295

Automatic central locking ................ 278

Automatic headlamp mode .............. 299

Automatic interior lighting control .. 304

Automatic shift program .................. 322

Automatic transmission ................... 317

Automatic shift program ................ 322

Gear range indicator ...................... 321

Gear ranges ................................... 321

Gear selector lever ........................ 317

Hill-start assist system .................. 341

Kickdown ....................................... 321

Kickdown (manual shift program) .. 325

Manual shift program ..................... 324

One-touch gearshifting .................. 323

Program mode indicator ................ 322

Program mode selector switch

(automatic shift program) .............. 322

Program mode selector switch

(manual shift program) .................. 324

Shifting procedure ......................... 319

Steering wheel gearshift control .... 323

Transmission position indicator ..... 320

Transmission positions .................. 320

AUX

Audio ............................................. 186

Media interface .............................. 200

Sockets .......................................... 187

Video ............................................. 186

Axle oils .............................................. 538

Backrest

see Seats

Backup lamps

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 485

Bar (air pressure unit) ....................... 430

BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 64

BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System

PLUS) .................................................... 64

Batteries, replacing

Headphone .................................... 502

Remote control (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................. 502

Remote control (SPLITVIEW) .......... 502

SmartKey ....................................... 502

Batteries, SmartKey

Checking condition ........................ 277

Battery, Vehicle ................................. 512

Charging ........................................ 514

Jump starting ................................. 514

Messages in the multifunction

display ................................... 463, 482

Bead (tire) .......................................... 430

Beverage holders

see Cup holders

Blind Spot Assist ............................... 359

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 460

Switching on or off ......................... 233

Bluetooth® interface ......................... 151

Brake Assist System

see BAS

Brake Assist System PLUS

see BAS PLUS

Brake fluid

Checking level ............................... 409

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 472

Brake lamps

Cleaning lenses ............................. 443

Brake pads

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 466

Brakes ................................................ 435

High-performance brake system .... 437

Warning lamp ................................. 490

Index

Break-in period .................................. 402

Bulbs

see Replacing bulbs

CAC (Customer Assistance Center) ... 24 California retail buyers and

lessees, important notice for ............. 22

Calls (phone) .............................. 148, 230

Can holders

see Cup holders

Capacities and recommended

fuel/lubricants .................................. 537

Carpets, cleaning .............................. 446

CD player ............................................ 176

Central locking

Automatic ...................................... 278

KEYLESS-GO .................................. 275

Locking/unlocking from inside ...... 279

SmartKey ....................................... 274

Central locking/unlocking switch ... 279

Certification label .............................. 524

Children in the vehicle

Air bags ........................................... 41

Child safety locks (rear doors) ......... 61

Child seat anchors – LATCH-type

(ISOFIX) ........................................... 60

Indicator lamp, front passenger

front air bag off ................................ 46

Infant and child restraint systems .... 57

ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –

LATCH-type) ..................................... 60

OCS (Occupant Classification

System) ........................................... 46

Override switch ................................ 61

Safety notes ..................................... 56

Tether anchorage points .................. 59

Top tether ........................................ 59

Child safety

see Children in the vehicle

Child seat anchors – LATCH-type (ISOFIX)

see Children in the vehicle

Chrome-plated exhaust tip,

cleaning .............................................. 447

Cigarette lighters .............................. 387

Climate control system .................... 363

Air conditioning ............................. 366

Air conditioning refrigerant ............ 540

Air distribution ............................... 370

Air recirculation mode ................... 371

Air volume ..................................... 370

Automatic mode ............................ 366

Deactivating system ...................... 366

Front defroster .............................. 370

Maximum cooling MAX COOL ........ 371

Residual heat and ventilation ......... 372

Temperature .................................. 367

Coat hooks ......................................... 380

Cockpit ................................................. 30

Cold tire inflation pressure .............. 430

Collapsible wheel chock ................... 450

COMAND .............................................. 76

Address book ................................. 159

Audio playback .............................. 176

AUX sockets .................................. 186

Components .................................... 77

Controller ......................................... 79

FM/AM Radio ................................ 165

Gracenote® Media Database ......... 185

HD Radio™ .................................... 167

Headphone ...................................... 82

Inserting/ejecting CDs and DVDs . 179

Introduction ..................................... 76

iPod® ............................................. 200

Media interface .............................. 200

Music Register ............................... 196

Navigation ........................................ 95

Operating ......................................... 84

Phone book .................................... 159

Rear Seat Entertainment System ... 189 Remote control (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) .................... 81

Remote control (SPLITVIEW) ............ 81

Reset to factory settings .................. 95

Satellite radio ................................ 170

SD card .......................................... 180

Shortcut buttons .............................. 77

SPLITVIEW ....................................... 90

Switching on or off ........................... 77

System settings ............................... 91

Telephone ...................................... 148

Telephone keypad ............................ 79

Index

Upload/Download of Data ............... 95

USB socket ...................................... 80

Vehicle settings ............................. 206

Video DVD ..................................... 191

Voice Control System .................... 237

Combination switch .......................... 301

Controller (COMAND) .......................... 79

Control system .................................. 220

Multifunction display ..................... 222

Multifunction steering wheel ......... 221

Control system menus ...................... 222

AMG ............................................... 227

Assistance ..................................... 231

Audio ............................................. 226

Navi ............................................... 225

Service ........................................... 233

Settings ......................................... 234

Telephone ...................................... 230

Trip ................................................ 223

Coolant

Anticorrosion/antifreeze ............... 543

Capacities .............................. 538, 539

Checking level ............................... 408

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 480

Temperature gauge ........................ 327

Corner-illuminating lamps ................ 303

Cruise control .................................... 328

Activating ....................................... 328

Canceling ....................................... 329

Changing the set speed ................. 329

Last stored speed .......................... 330

Lever .............................................. 328

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 458

Resume function ............................ 330

Setting current speed .................... 329

Cup holders ........................................ 384

Curb weight ....................................... 430

Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 24

Customer Relations Department ....... 24

Dashboard

see Instrument cluster

Data recording ..................................... 25

Daytime running lamp mode ............ 299

Switching on or off ......................... 234

Deep water

see Standing water

Defogging (windshield) ..................... 371

Defroster

Front (Climate control system) ...... 370

Rear window .................................. 372

Department of Transportation

see DOT

Difficulties

While driving .................................. 314

With starting .................................. 312

Digital speedometer

Additional speedometer ................. 235

Dimensions (vehicle)

see Vehicle specification

Direction of rotation (tires) .............. 422

Displays

COMAND display ............................. 78

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 333

Maintenance service indicator ....... 439

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 452

Multifunction display ..................... 222

Symbol messages .......................... 466

Text messages ............................... 454

Trip computer ................................ 223

Vehicle status message memory ... 233

Display settings (COMAND) ................ 92

DISTRONIC PLUS ............................... 330

Cleaning system sensors ............... 443

Displaying the distance graphic ..... 334

Displays in the multifunction

display ........................................... 333

Distance warning lamp .......... 333, 496

Driving ........................................... 336

Driving with .................................... 339

Lever .............................................. 335

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 459

Resume function ............................ 338

Sensor cover .................................. 443

Speed settings ............................... 337

Stopping ........................................ 337

Doors

Child safety locks ............................ 61

Locking/unlocking (KEYLESS-GO) . 275

Index

Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ...... 274

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 478

Opening from inside ...................... 278

Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 394

Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 394

Unlocking (Mechanical key) ........... 499

DOT (Department of

Transportation) .................................. 430

Drinking and driving ......................... 434

Drive-dynamic multicontour seats .. 219 Driving

Abroad ........................................... 438

Hydroplaning ................................. 437

Instructions ........................... 311, 434

In winter ........................................ 433

Problems ....................................... 314

Safety systems ................................ 63

Systems ......................................... 327

Through standing water ................. 437

With DISTRONIC PLUS ................... 339

Driving and parking

Safety notes .................................. 311

Driving off .................................. 313, 437

Driving safety systems ....................... 63

ABS .................................................. 63

Adaptive Brake ................................ 65

Adaptive Brake Lights ...................... 66

BAS .................................................. 64

BAS PLUS ........................................ 64

EBP .................................................. 66

ESC .................................................. 66

ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 67

PRE-SAFE® Brake ............................. 69

Driving systems

Active Body Control (ABC) ............. 345

AIRMATIC ...................................... 343

All-wheel drive (4MATIC) ................ 347

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 355

Blind Spot Assist ............................ 359

Cruise control ................................ 328

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 330

Hill-start assist system .................. 341

HOLD function ............................... 342

Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 362

Night View Assist Plus ................... 356

Parking Guidance ........................... 350

Parktronic system .......................... 347

Rear view camera .......................... 354

Driving tips, automatic

transmission ...................................... 321

DVD, audio ......................................... 176

DVD, video ......................................... 191

EBP (Electronic Brake

Proportioning) ...................................... 66

Electrical system

Improper work on or

modifications ................................... 23

Power outlets ................................. 388

Electrical system (Technical data)

see Vehicle specification

Electronic parking brake .................. 315

Electronic Stability Control

see ESC

Electronic Traction System

see ETS/4-ETS

Emergency, in case of

First aid kit ..................................... 450

Flat tire .......................................... 508

Hazard warning flasher .................. 302

Roadside Assistance ................ 22, 391

Towing the vehicle ......................... 516

Emergency calls

Tele Aid .......................................... 390

Telephone ...................................... 150

Emergency engine shutdown ........... 521

Emergency operations

Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ........... 394

Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ....... 394

Trunk lid, emergency release ......... 282

Emergency Tensioning Device

see ETD

Emission control ............................... 438

Information label ............................ 525

System warranties ........................... 21

Engine

Break-in recommendations ............ 402

Cleaning ......................................... 442

Compartment ................................ 404

Malfunction indicator lamp ............ 496

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 480

Index

Number .......................................... 525

Starting .......................................... 311

Turning off ..................................... 316

Engine (Technical data)

see Vehicle specification

Engine coolant

see Coolant

Engine oil

Adding ........................................... 407

Additives ........................................ 540

Checking level ............................... 405

Consumption ................................. 405

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 483

Oil dipstick ..................................... 406

Recommended engine oils and oil

filter ............................................... 539

ESC (Electronic Stability Control) ...... 66

ETS/4-ETS ....................................... 67

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................... 467, 468, 473

Warning lamp ................................. 495

ETD (Emergency Tensioning

Device) ................................................. 53

Safety guidelines ............................. 43

ETS/4-ETS (Electronic Traction

System) ................................................ 67

Express operation

Panorama roof ............................... 377

Power windows .............................. 307

Tilt/sliding sunroof ........................ 373

Exterior lamp switch ......................... 298

Exterior rear view mirrors ................ 295

Fold-in function .............................. 296

Parking position ............................. 295

Power-folding ................................. 296

Exterior view of vehicle ...................... 28

Fastening the seat belts ..................... 51

First aid kit ......................................... 450

Flat tire ............................................... 508

Lowering the vehicle ...................... 512

Mounting the spare wheel ............. 509

Preparing the vehicle ..................... 508

Spare wheel ........................... 508, 536

Floormats ........................................... 399

Fluids

ABC fluid ................................ 408, 538

Automatic transmission fluid ......... 538

Brake fluid ..................................... 538

Capacities ...................................... 537

Engine coolant ....................... 538, 539

Engine oil ....................................... 537

Power steering fluid ....................... 538

Washer and headlamp cleaning

system ........................................... 539

Fog lamps ........................................... 300

Messages in the multifunction

display ................................... 485, 487

Fold-in function for exterior rear

view mirrors ...................................... 296

Four-wheel drive

see All-wheel drive (4MATIC)

Front air bags

see Air bags

Front lamps

see Headlamps

Front passenger front air bag ............ 44

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 455

Front passenger front air bag off

indicator lamp ............................. 46, 498

Fuel ..................................................... 402

Additives ........................................ 541

Capacity, fuel tank ......................... 539

Drive sensibly–safe fuel ................. 434

Fuel consumption statistics ........... 223

Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 403

Fuel tank reserve warning lamp ..... 496

Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 541

Refueling ........................................ 402

Requirements ................................ 541

Fuel filler flap ..................................... 403

Fuel gauge ......................................... 327

Fuels, coolants, lubricants etc. ........ 537

Fuel tank

Capacity ........................................ 539

Fuel filler flap and cap ................... 403

Refueling ........................................ 402

Fuses .................................................. 519

Index

Garage door opener .......................... 395

Gasoline

see Fuel

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ... 431

Gear range ......................................... 321

Indicator ........................................ 321

Limiting .......................................... 323

Shifting into optimal ...................... 324

Gear selector lever ............................ 317

Cleaning ......................................... 446

Gearshift pattern ........................... 317

Shifting procedure ......................... 319

Transmission position indicator ..... 320

Transmission positions .................. 320

Generator

see Alternator

Global locking/unlocking

see Key, SmartKey

Glove box ........................................... 381

Gracenote® Media Database ............ 185

Gross Axle Weight Rating

see GAWR

Gross Vehicle Weight

see GVW

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

see GVWR

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ............ 431

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight

Rating) ................................................ 431

Hard plastic trim items, cleaning .... 446

Hazard warning flasher .................... 302

HD Radio™ ......................................... 167

Headlamp cleaning system .............. 303

Headlamps

Active Bi-Xenon headlamps ........... 298

Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 301

Automatic headlamp mode ............ 299

Bi-Xenon ................................ 298, 505

Cleaning lenses ............................. 443

Cleaning system ............................ 303

Daytime running lamp mode .......... 299

High-beam flasher ......................... 302

High-beam headlamps ................... 301

Low-beam headlamps .................... 299

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 485

Replacing bulbs ............................. 504

Switch ............................................ 298

Headliner and shelf below rear

window, cleaning and care of .......... 446

Headphone ........................................... 82

Replacing batteries ........................ 502

Head restraints ................................. 286

Adjustment ............................ 286, 289

Comfort head restraint .................. 289

Folding back .................................. 290

NECK-PRO active front head

restraints ......................................... 55

Rear seat head restraints ............... 290

Heated steering wheel ...................... 294

Height adjustment

Seat belt outlet ................................ 52

Seats ............................................. 286

Vehicle level control ...................... 344

High-beam flasher ............................. 302

High-beam headlamps .............. 301, 505

Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 301

Indicator lamp .................................. 32

High-performance brake system ..... 437

Hill-start assist system ..................... 341

HOLD function ................................... 342

Hood ................................................... 404

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 478

Horn ...................................................... 30

Hydroplaning ..................................... 437

Identification labels .......................... 524

Identification number, vehicle

(VIN) ................................................... 525

Ignition ....................................... 284, 311

Immobilizer .......................................... 71

Indicator lamps

see Lamps, indicator and warning

Infant and child restraint systems

see Children in the vehicle

Inflation pressure

see Tires, Inflation pressure

Infrared reflecting windshield ......... 399

Index

Inside door handle ...................... 38, 278

Instrument cluster ...................... 32, 326

Illumination .................................... 326

Lamps ............................................ 489

Multifunction display ..................... 222

Instrument lighting

see Instrument cluster, Illumination

Instrument panel

see Instrument cluster

Instruments and controls

see Cockpit

Interior lighting

Emergency lighting ........................ 304

Front .............................................. 304

Front reading lamps ....................... 304

Rear ............................................... 304

Rear reading lamps ........................ 304

Interior rear view mirror ................... 294

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 295

Interior storage spaces

see Storage compartments

Intermittent wiping ........................... 306

Rain sensor .................................... 306

iPod® (media interface) .................... 200

ISOFIX (Child seat anchors – LATCH-type)

see Children in the vehicle

Jack ..................................................... 451

Jump starting ..................................... 514

Key, Mechanical

Loss of ........................................... 277

Replacing ....................................... 278

Unlocking/locking manually .......... 499

Valet locking .................................. 283

Key, SmartKey

Battery check lamp ........................ 277

Checking batteries ......................... 277

Factory setting ...................... 275, 277

Global locking (KEYLESS-

GO) ................................................ 277

Global locking (SmartKey) ............. 275

Global unlocking (KEYLESS-

GO) ................................................ 277

Global unlocking

(SmartKey) ..................................... 275

Important notes on KEYLESS-GO ... 276

Locking/unlocking ........................ 274

Loss of ........................................... 277

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 478

Opening, trunk ............................... 279

Opening and closing the power tilt/sliding sunroof or the

panorama roof ............................... 309

Opening and closing the windows . 309

Remote control .............................. 274

Replacing ....................................... 278

Replacing batteries ........................ 502

Restoring to factory setting ... 275, 277

Selective setting .................... 275, 277

Starter switch positions ................. 284

KEYLESS-GO

Starter switch positions ................. 284

Keypad (COMAND) .............................. 79

Kickdown ........................................... 321

Kickdown (manual shift program) ... 325

Kilopascal (air pressure unit) ........... 431

Labels

Certification ................................... 524

Emission control information ......... 525

Tire and Loading Information

placard ........................................... 418

Tire inflation pressure .................... 412

Lamps, exterior

Exterior lamp switch ...................... 298

Front .............................................. 505

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 485

Switching on/off ........................... 298

Lamps, indicator and warning

ABS .......................................... 32, 490

Adaptive Highbeam Assist ............. 301

Brakes ........................................... 490

Distance warning lamp .......... 333, 496

Engine malfunction ........................ 496

ESC .......................................... 32, 495

Index

ESC OFF ........................................ 495

Fog lamps ...................................... 300

Front passenger front air bag

off ............................................ 46, 498

Fuel tank reserve ........................... 496

High-beam headlamps ............. 32, 301

Instrument cluster ......................... 489

Low-beam headlamps .................... 299

Low tire pressure/TPMS

malfunction telltale ........................ 497

Seat belt telltale ................ 32, 52, 493

SRS .......................................... 40, 494

Turn signals ..................................... 32

Lane Keeping Assist .......................... 362

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 462

Switching on or off ......................... 233

Language settings ............................... 94

LATCH-type child seat anchors (ISOFIX)

see Children in the vehicle

License plate lamps

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 486

Light alloy wheels, cleaning ............. 445

Lighters

see Cigarette lighters

Lighting .............................................. 298

Daytime running lamp mode .......... 299

Exterior .......................................... 298

Interior ........................................... 304

Limp-home mode .............................. 325

Load index (tires) ...................... 426, 431

see Vehicle loading

Locking the vehicle

KEYLESS-GO .................................. 275

Manually ........................................ 500

SmartKey ....................................... 274

Loss of

Key ................................................ 277

Service and Warranty Information

booklet .......................................... 524

Low-beam headlamps ....................... 299

Exterior lamp switch ...................... 298

Switching on .................................. 299

Lubricants .......................................... 537

Maintenance ........................................ 22

Maintenance Call, automatic (Tele

Aid) ..................................................... 395

Maintenance System

Service indicator display ................ 439

Service indicator message ............. 439

Service term exceeded .................. 439

Manual headlamp mode (Low-

beam headlamps) .............................. 299

Manual shift program ....................... 324

Maximum engine speed

see Vehicle specification

Maximum loaded vehicle weight ..... 431

Maximum load rating (tires) ............. 431

Maximum permissible tire

inflation pressure .............................. 431

Mechanical key

see Key, Mechanical

Media interface ................................. 200

Memory function ............................... 297

Menus

see Control system menus

Minispare wheel

see Spare wheel

Mirrors ............................................... 294

Auto-dimming rear view mirrors .... 295

Exterior rear view mirror parking

position .......................................... 295

Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 295

Front vanity mirrors ....................... 386

Interior rear view mirror ................. 294

Memory function ........................... 297

Power-folding exterior rear view

mirrors ........................................... 296

Rear vanity mirrors ........................ 386

MON (Motor Octane Number) .......... 541

Motor Octane Number

see MON

MP3 .................................................... 176

Multicontour seats, front ................. 218

Multicontour seats, rear ................... 293

Multifunction display ........................ 222

Symbol messages .......................... 466

Text messages ............................... 454

Vehicle status messages ............... 452

Index

Multifunction display messages

ABC (Active Body Control) ............. 457

ABS ....................................... 467, 468

Active headlamps .......................... 485

Advanced Parking Guidance .......... 461

Advanced TPMS ............................. 464

Air bags ......................................... 455

AIRMATIC ...................................... 476

Alternator .............................. 463, 482

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 476

Automatic

transmission .......................... 462, 463

Battery ................................... 463, 482

Blind Spot Assist ............................ 460

Brake fluid ..................................... 472

Brake pads ..................................... 466

Coolant .......................................... 480

Corner-illuminating lamps .............. 488

Cruise control ................................ 458

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 459

Doors ............................................. 478

EBP ................................................ 468

Engine oil ....................................... 483

ESC ............................... 467, 468, 473

Fog lamps .............................. 485, 487

Front passenger front air bag ........ 455

Gas cap .......................................... 484

High-beam lamps ........................... 486

Hood .............................................. 478

Lane Keeping Assist ...................... 462

License plate lamps ....................... 486

Light sensor ................................... 487

Low-beam lamps ............................ 487

Night View Assist Plus ................... 477

Parking lamps ................................ 486

PRE-SAFE® .................................... 454

Radar sensors ................................ 461

Reserve fuel ................................... 484

Reverse lamp ................................. 485

Side marker lamps ......................... 485

SmartKey ....................................... 478

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO .......... 478

SRS ................................................ 474

Tele Aid .......................................... 474

Tire inflation pressure ............ 464, 489

Tire pressure monitor .................... 464

Tires ...................................... 464, 489

Trunk ............................................. 478

Turn signals ................................... 488

Multifunction steering wheel

Adjustment .................................... 293

Buttons .......................................... 221

Cleaning ......................................... 446

Gearshift control ............................ 323

Heating .......................................... 294

Memory function ........................... 297

Music Register ................................... 196

Navigation ............................................ 95

Alternative route ............................ 138

Compass ........................................ 137

Destination memory ...................... 145

Entering a destination .................... 106

Entering a stopover ........................ 122

Introduction ..................................... 95

Lane recommendation ................... 131

Last destinations ........................... 147

Map software version ...................... 96

Points of interest (POI) ................... 124

Route guidance .............................. 129

Traffic messages ............................ 138

Zagat® Rating Service .................... 128

“Where am I?” function .................. 136

Navi menu .......................................... 225

NECK-PRO active front head

restraints ............................................. 55

Resetting ....................................... 501

Nets, parcel ....................................... 380

Night security illumination .............. 208

Night View Assist Plus ...................... 356

Cleaning the windshield in front of

the camera .................................... 444

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 477

Normal occupant weight .................. 431

Number, vehicle identification

(VIN) ................................................... 525

Index

Occupant Classification System

see OCS (Occupant Classification System)

Occupant distribution ....................... 431

Occupant safety

Air bags ........................................... 41

Children and air bags ....................... 41

Children in the vehicle ..................... 56

Child seat anchors – LATCH-type

(ISOFIX) ........................................... 60

Fastening the seat belts ................... 51

Front passenger front air bag off

indicator lamp .......................... 46, 498

Infant and child restraint systems .... 57

Introduction ..................................... 40

ISOFIX (Child seat anchors –

LATCH-type) ..................................... 60

OCS (Occupant Classification

System) ........................................... 46

PRE-SAFE® ....................................... 54

Seat belts .................................. 43, 49

OCS (Occupant Classification

System) ................................................ 46

Self-test ........................................... 49

Odometer ........................................... 223

Oil, oil level

see Engine oil

On-board computer

see Control system

One-touch gearshifting ..................... 323

Operating safety .................................. 23

Ornamental moldings, cleaning ....... 443

Overhead control panel ...................... 37

Paintwork, cleaning .......................... 441

Paintwork code ................................. 525

Panic alarm .......................................... 62

Panorama roof with power tilt/

sliding panel ...................................... 377

Cleaning ......................................... 445

Operation ....................................... 377

Roller sunblinds ............................. 375

Synchronizing ................................ 378

Parcel nets ......................................... 380

Parking ............................................... 314

Parking Guidance .................. 350, 352

Parktronic system .......................... 347

Parking Guidance .............................. 350

Canceling ....................................... 354

Detecting a parking space ............. 351

Parking .......................................... 352

Parking position

Exterior rear view mirrors .............. 295

Transmission position .................... 320

Parktronic system

Cleaning system sensors ............... 443

Malfunction .................................... 350

Minimum distance ......................... 348

Sensor range ................................. 348

Switching on/off ........................... 349

System sensors ............................. 348

Warning indicators ......................... 349

Parts service ...................................... 524

PASS AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp

see Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp

Passenger safety

see Occupant safety

Pedals ................................................. 434

Phone

see Telephone

Phone book ........................................ 159

Plastic parts, cleaning ...................... 446

Power assistance .............................. 435

Power closing assist for doors and

trunk lid .............................................. 283

Power outlets .................................... 388

Power seats

see Seats

Power tilt/sliding sunroof

Operation ....................................... 373

Synchronizing ................................ 375

Power washer .................................... 441

Power windows ................................. 307

Cleaning ......................................... 445

Operation ....................................... 307

Rear door window, override

switch .............................................. 61

Rear door window sunshades ........ 308

Synchronizing ................................ 308

Practical hints ................................... 450

Index

PRE-SAFE® ............................................ 54

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 454

PRE-SAFE® Brake ................................. 69

Activating/deactivating ................. 232

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 454

Problems

While driving .................................. 314

With vehicle ..................................... 24

With wipers .................................... 306

Product information ............................ 21

Production options weight ............... 431

Program mode selector switch

Automatic shift program ................ 322

Manual shift program ..................... 324

Proximity key

see Key, SmartKey

PSI (air pressure unit) ....................... 431

RACETIMER ........................................ 228

Radar sensors

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 461

Switching on or off ......................... 236

Radio .................................................. 165

HD Radio™ .................................... 167

Satellite radio ................................ 170

Selecting stations .......................... 226

Radio transmitters ............................ 438

Rain sensor

see Intermittent wiping

Rear axle oil ....................................... 538

Rear door ashtray

see Ashtrays

Rear doors

Child safety locks ............................ 61

Rear door window

Override switch ................................ 61

Sunshades ..................................... 308

Rear fog lamp

see Fog lamps

Rear Seat Entertainment System .... 189

AUX sockets .................................. 187

CD/DVD drive ............................... 180

Headphone ...................................... 82

Remote control ................................ 81

Rear seat head restraints

see Head restraints

Rear view camera .............................. 354

Cleaning the camera lens .............. 444

Rear window defroster ..................... 372

Recommended tire inflation

pressure ..................................... 411, 431

Refrigerant, air conditioning ............ 540

Refueling ............................................ 402

Regular checks .................................. 403

Reminder, Seat belt

see Seat belts, Telltale

Remote control

see Key, SmartKey

Remote control (Rear Seat

Entertainment System) ....................... 81

Replacing batteries ........................ 502

Remote control (SPLITVIEW) .............. 81

Replacing batteries ........................ 502

Remote door lock (Tele Aid) ............. 394

Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) ......... 394

Replacing

Key ................................................ 278

Replacing bulbs ................................. 504

Reporting safety defects .................... 24

Research Octane Number

see RON

Reserve fuel

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 484

Reset tool (NECK-PRO active front

head restraints) ................................. 501

Restraint systems

see Occupant safety

Retaining hook .................................. 381

Rims ........................................... 431, 532

Roadside Assistance ................... 22, 391

Roller sunblinds ................................. 375

RON (Research Octane Number) ..... 541

Roof rack ............................................ 380

Rubber parts, cleaning ...................... 446

Index

Safety

Driving safety systems ..................... 63

Occupant safety ............................... 40

Reporting defects ............................ 24

Safety belts

see Seat belts

Satellite radio .................................... 170

SD card ............................................... 180

Seat belt force limiter ......................... 53

Seat belts ............................................. 49

Adjustment function ........................ 52

Automatic comfort-fit feature .......... 54

Children in the vehicle ..................... 56

Cleaning ......................................... 446

Fastening ......................................... 51

Height adjustment ........................... 52

Proper use of ................................... 50

Safety guidelines ............................. 43

Safety notes ..................................... 49

Telltale ..................................... 32, 493

Seat heating ....................................... 292

Seating capacity ................................ 419

Seats .................................................. 286

Adjustment .................................... 286

Drive-dynamic ................................ 219

Heating .......................................... 292

Memory function ........................... 297

Multicontour, front ......................... 218

Multicontour, rear .......................... 293

Ventilation ..................................... 292

Securing cargo

Cargo tie-down hooks .................... 381

Selective setting

see Key, SmartKey

Selector lever

see Gear selector lever

Self-test

OCS (Occupant Classification

System) ........................................... 49

Tele Aid .......................................... 389

Service

see Maintenance

Service, parts .................................... 524

Service and warranty information ..... 21

Service intervals

see Maintenance System, Service indicator message

Service life (tires) .............................. 423

Service menu ..................................... 233

Settings

Automatic locking .......................... 210

Automatic mirror folding ................ 209

Display settings (COMAND) ............. 92

Easy-entry/exit feature .................. 208

Factory setting (KEYLESS-GO) ....... 277

Factory setting (SmartKey) ............ 275

Individual (vehicle) ......................... 234

Interior ambient lighting ................ 209

Language ......................................... 94

Locator lighting .............................. 210

Memory function ........................... 297

Night security illumination ............. 208

Rear window sunshade .................. 207

Seat belt adjustment function ....... 236

Selective setting (KEYLESS-GO) ..... 277

Selective setting (SmartKey) .......... 275

Time ................................................. 92

Trunk opening-height restriction .... 210

Voice Control System ...................... 93

Shelf below rear window, cleaning .. 446

Shortcut buttons ................................. 77

Side impact air bags ........................... 45

Side marker lamps

Cleaning lenses ............................. 443

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 485

Sidewall (tires) .................................. 432

SmartKey

see Key, SmartKey

SmartKey with KEYLESS-GO

see Key, SmartKey

Snow chains ...................................... 433

Snow tires

see Winter tires

Spare wheel ....................................... 532

Mounting ....................................... 509

Storage location ............................ 451

Speedometer ....................................... 32

Index

Speed settings

Cruise control ................................ 329

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 337

Resume function ................... 330, 338

SPLITVIEW ............................................ 90

Headphone ...................................... 82

Remote control ................................ 81

SRS

Indicator lamp .................................. 32

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)

Indicator lamp ......................... 40, 494

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 474

Standing water, driving through ...... 437

Starter switch positions

KEYLESS-GO .................................. 284

SmartKey ....................................... 284

Starting difficulties (engine) ............ 312

Starting the engine ........................... 311

Steering column

see Multifunction steering wheel, Adjustment

Steering wheel

see Multifunction steering wheel

Steering wheel gearshift control ..... 323

Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services ... 395

Storage compartments ..................... 381

Storing tires ....................................... 424

Sunroof

see Power tilt/sliding sunroof

Sunshade

Rear door window .......................... 308

Rear window .................................. 386

Sun visors .......................................... 386

Suspension tuning

see AIRMATIC

Tachometer .................................. 33, 327

Overspeed range ........................... 327

Tail lamps

Cleaning lenses ............................. 443

Tar stains ........................................... 441

Technical data

Air conditioning refrigerant .... 539, 540

Brake fluid ............................. 538, 540

Capacities fuels, coolants,

lubricants etc. ................................ 537

Coolant .................................. 538, 542

Engine oil additives ........................ 540

Engine oils ............................. 537, 539

Fuel requirements .......................... 541

Gasoline additives .......................... 541

Identification labels ....................... 524

Premium unleaded gasoline ........... 541

Rims and tires ................................ 532

Spare wheel ................................... 536

Vehicle specification

S 450 4MATIC ............................... 527

Vehicle specification S 550 ........... 527

Vehicle specification

S 550 4MATIC ............................... 528

Vehicle specification S 600 ........... 529

Vehicle specification S 63 AMG ..... 530

Vehicle specification S 65 AMG ..... 531

Washer and headlamp cleaning

system ................................... 539, 544

Technical data (dimensions)

see Vehicle specification

Technical data (electrical system)

see Vehicle specification

Technical data (engine)

see Vehicle specification

Technical data (weights)

see Vehicle specification

Tele Aid ............................................... 389

Automatic Maintenance Call .......... 395

Emergency calls ............................. 390

Information button ......................... 392

Initiating an emergency call

manually ........................................ 391

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 474

Remote door lock .......................... 394

Remote door unlock ...................... 394

Roadside Assistance button .......... 391

Search & Send ............................... 393

SOS button .................................... 391

Stolen Vehicle Recovery Services .. 395

System self-test ............................. 389

Telephone .......................................... 148

Answering/ending a call ................ 230

Bluetooth® interface ...................... 151

Call lists ......................................... 163

Index

Call waiting, call holding, and

conference ..................................... 158

Emergency call “911” .................... 150

Functions during a single party

call ................................................. 157

Making calls ................................... 156

Menu ............................................. 230

Operation ....................................... 230

Phone book ........................... 159, 231

Redialing ........................................ 231

Telephone keypad ............................... 79

Temperature

Coolant .......................................... 327

Interior temperature ...................... 367

Outside .......................................... 327

Tether anchorage points

see Children in the vehicle

Tie-down hooks ................................. 381

Tightening torque

Wheels ........................................... 512

Time settings ....................................... 92

TIN (Tire Identification Number) ...... 432

Tire and Loading Information

placard ............................................... 418

Tire and loading terminology ........... 430

Tire Identification Number

see TIN

Tire inflation pressure

Checking ........................................ 413

Important notes on ........................ 412

Label on the inside of fuel filler

flap ................................................ 412

Placard on driver’s door B-pillar ..... 418

Tire labeling ....................................... 426

Tire load rating .................................. 431

Tire ply composition and material

used .................................................... 432

Tires ........................................... 410, 532

Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Advanced

TPMS) ............................................ 414

Air pressure ................................... 411

Care and maintenance ................... 423

Cleaning ......................................... 424

Direction of rotation, spinning ....... 422

Important notes on tire inflation

pressure ........................................ 412

Inflation pressure ........................... 413

Information placard ....................... 418

Inspection ...................................... 423

Labeling ......................................... 426

Load index ............................. 426, 431

Load rating .................................... 431

Messages in the multifunction

display ................................... 464, 489

Ply composition and material

used ............................................... 432

Problems under-/overinflation ...... 413

Retreads ........................................ 410

Rims and tires (technical data) ...... 532

Rotation ......................................... 425

Service life ..................................... 423

Sizes .............................................. 532

Snow chains .................................. 433

Speed rating .......................... 427, 432

Storing ........................................... 424

Temperature .......................... 412, 425

Terminology ................................... 430

Tire Identification Number ............. 432

TPMS low tire pressure/

malfunction telltale ........................ 497

Traction ................................. 424, 432

Tread ............................................. 432

Tread depth ........................... 423, 432

Treadwear ...................................... 424

Treadwear indicators ............. 423, 432

Vehicle maximum load on .............. 432

Wear pattern .................................. 425

Winter tires ............................ 432, 532

Tire speed rating ....................... 427, 432

Top tether

see Children in the vehicle

Total load limit ................................... 432

Towing

Towing eye bolt .............................. 517

Vehicle ........................................... 516

Towing eye bolt ................................. 517

Traction ...................................... 424, 432

Traffic messages ............................... 138

Transfer case ..................................... 325

Transmission

see Automatic transmission

Transmission fluid level .................... 408

Transmission gear selector lever

see Gear selector lever

Index

Transmission positions .................... 320

Traveling abroad ............................... 438

Tread (tires) ....................................... 432

Tread depth (tires) .................... 423, 432

Treadwear .......................................... 424

Treadwear indicators (tires) .... 423, 432

Trip menu ........................................... 223

Trunk

Closing ........................................... 280

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 478

Opening ......................................... 279

Opening/closing system ............... 281

Opening-height restriction ............. 210

Tie-down hooks .............................. 381

Trunk lid emergency release .......... 282

Unlocking manually ....................... 500

Valet locking .................................. 283

Turning off the engine ...................... 316

Turn signals ....................................... 301

Cleaning lenses ............................. 443

Indicator lamps ................................ 32

Messages in the multifunction

display ........................................... 488

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards .................................. 424, 432

Units

Selecting speedometer display

mode ............................................. 235

Unleaded gasoline, premium ........... 541

Unlocking the vehicle

KEYLESS-GO .................................. 275

Manually ........................................ 499

SmartKey ....................................... 274

Upholstery, cleaning ......................... 446

USB devices (media interface) ......... 200

USB socket ........................................... 80

Useful features .................................. 384

Valet locking ...................................... 283

Vehicle

Battery ........................................... 512

Care ............................................... 440

Control system .............................. 220

Identification Number (VIN) ........... 524

Individual settings .......................... 234

Locking/unlocking ........................ 274

Lowering (wheel change) ............... 512

Modifications and alterations,

Operating safety .............................. 23

Towing ........................................... 516

Unlocking/locking manually .......... 499

Vehicle dimensions

see Vehicle specification

Vehicle Identification Number

(VIN) ................................................... 524

Vehicle jack

see Jack

Vehicle level control

see AIRMATIC

Vehicle lighting .................................. 298

Vehicle loading

Instructions .................................... 379

Load limit ....................................... 419

Roof rack ....................................... 380

Terminology ................................... 430

Vehicle maximum load on the tire ... 432 Vehicle specification

S 450 4MATIC ............................... 527

S 550 ............................................. 527

S 550 4MATIC ............................... 528

S 600 ............................................. 529

S 63 AMG ...................................... 530

S 65 AMG ...................................... 531

Vehicle status message memory .... 233

Vehicle tool kit .................................. 450

Vehicle washing

see Vehicle care

Vehicle weights

see Vehicle specification

Video .................................................. 191

Video Aux ........................................... 186

Voice Control System

Address book ................................. 249

CD/DVD changer/MP3 ................. 255

Command list ................................ 257

External devices ............................. 257

Individualization ............................. 271

Introduction ................................... 237

Navigation ..................................... 240

Index

Radio ............................................. 252

Settings ........................................... 93

Telephone ...................................... 245

Troubleshooting ............................. 267

Warning sounds

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 333

Driver’s or passenger’s seat belt ..... 52

Electronic parking brake ................ 469

Parking Guidance ........................... 352

Parktronic system .......................... 350

Seat belt telltale ............................ 493

Warranty coverage ............................ 524

Washer and headlamp cleaning

system ................................................ 544

Washer fluid

Mixing ratio .................................... 544

Refilling .......................................... 409

Washing the vehicle .......................... 440

Wear pattern (tires) .......................... 425

Weights (vehicle)

see Vehicle specification

Wheel

Changing ....................................... 508

Removing ....................................... 511

Spare ............................................. 508

Tightening torque ........................... 512

Wheels, sizes ..................................... 532

Wheels, Tires and .............................. 410

Window curtain air bags ..................... 45

Windows

see Power windows

Windows, cleaning ............................ 445

Windshield

Cleaning wiper blades .................... 445

Defogging ...................................... 371

Infrared reflecting .......................... 399

Washer fluid ................................... 544

Wipers ........................................... 305

Windshield wipers

Replacing wiper blades .................. 507

Winter driving

Instructions .................................... 433

Snow chains .................................. 433

Tires ............................................... 432

Winter tires ................................ 432, 532

Wood trims, cleaning ........................ 447

ZAGAT® Rating Service ..................... 128

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Product Information

Please observe the following in your own best interest:

We recommend using Genuine MercedesBenz Parts as well as conversion parts and accessories explicitly approved by us for your vehicle model.

We have tested these parts to determine their reliability, safety and special suitability for Mercedes-Benz vehicles.

We are unable to make an assessment for other products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them, even if in individual cases an official approval or authorization by governmental or other agencies should exist. Use of such parts and accessories could adversely affect the safety, performance or reliability of your vehicle. Please do not use them.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz Parts and preapproved conversion parts and accessories are available at any authorized MercedesBenz Center. In addition, you will receive comprehensive information on permissible technical modifications and expert installations.

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Notes

This Operator’s Manual contains a great deal of useful information. We urge you to read it carefully and familiarize yourself with the vehicle before driving.

For your own safety and longer service life of the vehicle, we urge you to follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator’s Manual. Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others. Vehicle damage caused by failure to follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty.

We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment. Therefore, information, illustrations, and descriptions in this Operator’s Manual might differ from your vehicle.

Vehicle equipment

Your vehicle may have some or all of the equipment described in this manual. Therefore, you may find explanations for optional equipment not installed in your vehicle. If you have any questions about operating particular equipment, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to demonstrate the proper procedures.

Optional equipment is also described in this manual, including operating instructions wherever necessary. Since they are specialorder items, the descriptions and illustrations herein may vary slightly from the actual equipment of your vehicle.

If there are any equipment details that are not shown or described in this Operator’s Manual, any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will be glad to inform you of correct care and operating procedures. The Operator’s Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept with the vehicle.

Service and warranty information

The Service and Warranty Information booklet contains detailed information about the warranties covering your Mercedes-Benz, including:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emission System Warranty

Emission Performance Warranty

California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania,

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Rhode Island, and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

State Warranty Enforcement Laws (Lemon Laws)

Important notice for California retail buyers and lessees of Mercedes-Benz automobiles

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty. During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18 000 miles (approximately 29 000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

(1) the same substantial defect or

malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing of the need for its repair,

(2) the same substantial defect or

malfunction of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or more times and you have directly notified us in writing of the need for its repair, or

(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of

repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.

Written notification should not be sent to a dealer, it should be addressed to

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC

Customer Assistance Center

One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

Maintenance

The Maintenance Booklet describes all the necessary maintenance work which should be performed at regular intervals.

Always have the Maintenance Booklet with you when you take the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for service. The service advisor will record each service in the booklet for you.

Roadside Assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program provides factory-trained technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance number

1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) (in the USA) 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada)

will be answered by Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

For additional information refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (in the USA) or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet (in Canada) in your vehicle literature portfolio.

Change of address or ownership

If you change your address, be sure to send in the “Change of Address Notice” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in

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contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator.

If you bought this vehicle used, be sure to send in the “Notice of Purchase of Used Car” found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet, or call the MercedesBenz Customer Assistance Center (in the USA) at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372), or Customer Service (in Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

Operating your vehicle outside the USA or Canada

If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that:

Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available.

Unleaded gasoline for vehicles with catalytic converters may not be available; the use of leaded fuels will damage the catalysts.

Gasoline may have a considerably lower octane rating, and improper fuel can cause engine damage.

Certain Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe under our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to:

In the USA:

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Operating safety

Warning!

Work improperly carried out on electronic components and associated software could cause them to cease functioning. Because the vehicle’s electronic components are interconnected, any modifications made may produce an undesired effect on other systems. Electronic malfunctions could seriously impair the operating safety of your vehicle.

Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for repairs or modifications to electronic components.

Other improper work or modifications on the vehicle could also have a negative impact on the operating safety of the vehicle.

Some safety systems only function while the engine is running. You should therefore never turn off the engine while driving.

Warning!

Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires/wheels may cause serious damage and impair the operating safety of your vehicle. Such blows can be caused, for example, by running over an obstacle, road debris or a pothole. If you feel a sudden significant vibration or ride disturbance, or you suspect that damage to your vehicle as occurred:

turn on your hazard warning flashers

slow down carefully

drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road

Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires/ wheels for possible damage. If the vehicle appears unsafe, have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or other qualified maintenance or repair facility for further inspection or repairs.

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Proper use of the vehicle

Proper use of the vehicle requires that you are familiar with the following information and rules:

the safety precautions in this manual

the “Technical data” section in this manual

traffic rules and regulations

motor vehicle laws and safety standards

Warning!

Various warning labels are attached to your vehicle. These warning labels are intended to make you and others aware of various risks. Do not remove any of these warning labels unless explicitly instructed to do so by information on the label itself. Removing warning labels may cause you and others to be unaware of certain risks which may result in an accident and/or personal injury.

Warning!

HYBRID vehicles: It is imperative that you read the HYBRID Supplemental Operating Instructions included in your vehicle literature portfolio. You may otherwise not receive all necessary safety information and warning for the operation of your vehicle.

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 corrected if required. If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem with the Mercedes-Benz Center management or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses:

In the USA:

Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC One Mercedes Drive

Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada:

Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Reporting safety defects

For the USA only:

The following text is published as required of manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the “National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966”.

Reporting safety defects

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE, West Building, Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

www.safercar.gov.

Vehicle data recording

Information regarding electronic recording devices

(Including notice pursuant to California Code

§ 9951)

Please note that your vehicle is equipped with devices that can record vehicle systems data and, if equipped with the Tele Aid system, may transmit some data in certain accidents.

This information helps, for example, to diagnose vehicle systems after a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety. Daimler may access the information and share it with others

for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes

with the consent of the vehicle owner or lessee

in response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency

for use in dispute resolution involving Daimler, its affiliates or sales/service organization and/or

as otherwise required or permitted by law

Please check the Tele Aid subscription service agreement for details regarding the information that may be recorded or transmitted via that system.

Introduction

Exterior view ....................................... 28

Rear passenger compartment ........... 29

Cockpit ................................................. 30

Instrument cluster .............................. 32

Control systems .................................. 34

Center console .................................... 36

Overhead control panel ...................... 37

Driver’s door control panel ................ 38

Rear door control panel ...................... 38

At a glance

Exterior view

At a glance

This Operator’s Manual describes all features, standard or optional, potentially available for your vehicle at the time of purchase. Please be aware that your vehicle might not be equipped with all features described in this manual.

Function Page

Trunk:

Locking and unlocking 274

Opening and closing 279,

Valet locking 283

;

Rear lamps 504

Rear window defroster 372

Fuel filler flap 402

Doors:

Locking and unlocking 274,

Exterior rear view mirrors 295

Parking position 295

Power-folding 296

Towing eyes 517

Tires and wheels 410

280

499

Function Page

Rims and tires 532

Hood 404

Headlamp cleaning system 303

Front lamps 504

Wipers 305

Wiper blades, replacing 507

Wiper blades, cleaning 445

Windshield:

Wiping with washer fluid 305

Cleaning 445

Roof:

Power tilt/sliding sunroof 373

Panorama roof with power tilt/sliding panel 375

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