Mercedes Benz S Coupe 2017, S Class 2017 Operator Manual

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S-Class Coupe

Operator's Manual

Order no. P217 0013 13 Part no. 217 584 85 02 Edition A 2017

S-Class Coupe Operator's Manual

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In this Operator's Manual you will find the following symbols:

WARNING

Warning notes make you aware of dangers which could pose a threat to your health or life, or to the health and life of others.

This symbol tells you where you can find

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Adjusting the volume

Multimedia system ........................ 243

Air bags

Deployment ..................................... 53

Display message ............................ 213

Front air bag (driver, front

passenger) ....................................... 47

ortant sa

Imp

Introduction ..................................... 46

Knee bag .......................................... 48

Occupant Classification System

(OCS) ............................................... 49

PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator

lamps ............................................... 42

Side impact air bag .......................... 48

Window curtain air bag .................... 49

Air vents

Glove box ....................................... 119

Important safety notes .................. 118

Rear ............................................... 119

Setting ........................................... 118

Setting the center air vents ........... 119

Setting the side air vents ............... 119

Switching AIRSCARF on/off ............ 97

Air-conditioning system

see Climate control

AIRMATIC

Display message ............................ 219

Function/notes ............................. 158

AIRSCARF

Switching on/off .............................. 97

Alarm

ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 71

fety notes .................... 46

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Index

Switching off (ATA) .......................... 71

Switching the function on/off

(ATA) ................................................ 71

Alarm system

see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

Anti-lock braking system

see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

Anti-Theft Alarm system

see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

Armrest

Stowage compartment .................. 255

Ashtray ............................................... 259

Assistance display (on-board com-

puter) .................................................. 197

Assistance menu (on-board com-

puter) .................................................. 197

ASSYST PLUS

Displaying a service message ........ 279

Hiding a service message .............. 279

Resetting the service interval dis-

play ................................................ 279

Service message ............................ 278

Special service requirements ......... 279

ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)

Activating/deactivating ................... 71

Function ........................................... 71

Switching off the alarm .................... 71

ATTENTION ASSIST

Activating/deactivating ................. 199

Display message ............................ 219

Function/notes ............................. 175

Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center

see Qualified specialist workshop

Authorized workshop

see Qualified specialist workshop

AUTO lights

Display message ............................ 215

see Lights

Automatic car wash (care) ............... 280

Automatic engine start (ECO start/

stop function) .................................... 125

Automatic engine switch-off (ECO

start/stop function) .......................... 125

Automatic headlamp mode .............. 104

Automatic transmission

Accelerator pedal position ............. 131

Automatic drive program ............... 132

Changing gear ............................... 131

DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 128

Display message ............................ 227

Drive program display .................... 129

Driving tips .................................... 131

Emergency running mode .............. 135

Engaging drive positi Eng

aging neutral ............................ 129

Engaging park position automati-

cally ............................................... 128

Engaging reverse gear ................... 128

Engaging the park position ............ 128

Kickdown ....................................... 131

Manual drive program .................... 132

Manual drive program (Mercedes-

AMG vehicles) ................................ 133

Oil temperature (on-board com-

puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 202

Overview ........................................ 128

Problem (malfunction) ................... 135

Program selector button ................ 131

Pulling away ................................... 124

Starting the engine ........................ 123

Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 132

Transmission position display ........ 129

Transmission positions .................. 130

Automatic transmission emer-

gency mode ....................................... 135

AUX (audio)

Notes/socket ................................ 252

on .................. 129

Back button ....................................... 243

Backup lamp

Display message ............................ 215

BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 62

BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist

Function/notes ................................ 62

BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist (Brake Assist PLUS with CrossTraffic Assist)

Important safety notes .................... 63

Battery (SmartKey)

Checking .......................................... 75

Important safety notes .................... 75

Replacing ......................................... 75

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Index

Battery (vehicle)

Charging ........................................ 294

Display message ............................ 217

Important safety notes .................. 292

Jump starting ................................. 295

Belt

see Seat belts

Blind Spot Assist

see Active Blind Spot Assist

Blootooth

Connecting a different mobile

phone ............................................ 251

Bluetooth

Searching for a mobile phone ........ 250

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Telephony ...................................... 250

Brake Assist

see BAS (Brake Assist System)

Brake fluid

Display message ............................ 209

Notes ............................................. 333

Brake force distribution

see EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

Brakes

ABS .................................................. 62

Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 66

BAS .................................................. 62

BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic

Assist ............................................... 62

Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 333

Display message ............................ 204

EBD .................................................. 68

High-performance brake system .... 144

Hill start assist ............................... 124

HOLD function ............................... 154

Important safety notes .................. 142

Maintenance .................................. 143

Parking brake ................................ 139

Riding tips ...................................... 142

Warning lamp ................................. 233

Breakdown

Where will I find...? ........................ 288

see Flat tire see Towing away

Brightness control (instrument

cluster lighting) ................................... 35

Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 187

California

Important notice for retail cus-

tomers and lessees .......................... 26

Calling up a malfunction

see Display messages

Calling up the climate control bar

Multimedia system ........................ 247

Calling up the climate control menu

Multimedia system ........................ 247

Camera

see Rear view camera

Car

see Vehicle

Care

360° camera ................................. 284

Car wash ........................................ 280

Carpets .......................................... 287

Display ........................................... 285

Exhaust pipe .................................. 284

Exterior lights ................................ 283

General notes ................................ 280

Interior ........................................... 285

Matte finish ................................... 282

Night View Assist Plus ................... 285

Paint .............................................. 282

Plastic trim .................................... 285

Power washer ................................ 281

Rear view camera .......................... 284

Roof lining ...................................... 287

Seat belt ........................................ 286

Seat cover ..................................... 286

Selector lever ................................ 286

Sensors ......................................... 284

Steering wheel ............................... 286

Trim pieces .................................... 286

Washing by hand ........................... 281

Wheels ........................................... 282

Windows ........................................ 283

Wiper blades .................................. 283

Wooden trim .................................. 286

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Index

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

CD player (on-board computer) ........ 194

Center console

Overview .......................................... 37

Stowage space .............................. 254

Center console in the rear compartment

Stowage compartment .................. 255

Central locking

Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 72

Changing the media source .............194

Child

Restraint system .............................. 58

Child seat

Forward-facing restraint system ...... 61

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat

anchors ............................................ 59

On the front-passenger seat ............ 60

Rearward-facing restraint system .... 60

Top Tether ....................................... 60

Children

Special seat belt retractor ............... 57

Cigarette lighter ................................ 259

Cleaning

Mirror turn signal ........................... 283

Climate control

Adjusting the footwell tempera-

ture (multimedia system) ............... 248

Automatic climate control ............. 112

Controlling automatically ............... 114

Cooling with air dehumidification .. 113 Cooling with air dehumidification

(multimedia system) ...................... 248

Defrosting the windows ................. 115

Defrosting the windshield .............. 115

ECO start/stop function ................ 112

General notes ................................ 111

Indicator lamp ................................ 113

Ionization ....................................... 118

Ionization (multimedia system) ...... 247

Notes on using the automatic cli ma

te control .................................. 112

Overview ........................................ 246

Overview of systems ...................... 111

Perfume atomizer .......................... 117

Perfume atomizer (multimedia

system) .......................................... 247

Problem with the rear window

defroster ........................................ 116

Problems with cooling with air

dehumidification ............................ 113

Refrigerant ..................................... 334

Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 335

Setting the air distribution ............. 114

Setting the air vents ...................... 118

Setting the airflow ......................... 115

Setting the climate mode ............... 114

Setting the climate mode (multi-

media system) ............................... 247

Setting the temperature ................ 114

Switching air-recirculation mode

on/off ............................................ 116

Switching on/off ........................... 113

Switching residual heat on/off ...... 116

Switching the rear window

defroster on/off ............................ 116

Switching the synchronization

function on and off ........................ 115

Synchronization function (multi-

media system) ............................... 248

Climate control settings

Multimedia system ........................ 246

Climate control system

Climate control .............................. 112

Cockpit

Overview .......................................... 33

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS

Activating/deactivating ................. 198

Display message ............................ 209

Operation/notes .............................. 64

COMAND display

Cleaning ......................................... 285

Combination switch .......................... 105

Connecting a USB device

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Consumption statistics (on-board

computer) .......................................... 191

Controller ........................................... 243

Convenience closing feature .............. 87

Convenience opening feature ............ 86

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Index

Coolant (engine)

Checking the level .........................277

Display message ............................ 216

Filling capacity ............................... 334

Important safety notes .................. 333

Temperature gauge ........................ 187

Warning lamp ................................. 237

Coolbox .............................................. 260

Cooling

see Climate control

Cornering light function

Display message ............................ 215

Function/notes .............................106

Crosswind Assist ................................. 68

Crosswind Assist (vehicles with

MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ................... 156

Crosswind Assist (vehicles with-

out MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ...............68

Cruise control

Calling up the speed last stored .... 146

Cruise control lever ....................... 146

Deactivating ................................... 146

Display message ............................ 225

Driving system ............................... 145

Function/notes ............................. 145

General notes ................................ 145

Important safety notes .................. 145

Setting a speed .............................. 146

Storing and maintaining current

speed ............................................. 146

Cup holder

Center console .............................. 257

Important safety notes .................. 257

Rear compartment ......................... 257

Customer Assistance Center

(CAC) ..................................................... 29

Customer Relations Department ....... 29

Data

see Technical data

Data carrier

Selecting ........................................ 194

Daytime running lamps

Display message ............................ 215

Function/notes ............................. 104

Switching on/off (on-board com-

puter) ............................................. 201

Declarations of conformity ................. 28

Diagnostics connection ...................... 29

Digital Operator's Manual

Help ................................................. 24

Introduction ..................................... 24

Digital speedometer ......................... 191

DIRECT SELECT lever

Automatic transmission ................. 128

Display

see Display messages see Warning and indicator lamps

Display messages

ASSYST PLUS ................................ 278

Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 203

Driving systems ............................. 219

Engine ............................................ 216

General notes ................................ 203

Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 203

Introduction ................................... 203

Lights ............................................. 215

Safety systems .............................. 204

SmartKey ....................................... 230

Tires ............................................... 226

Vehicle ........................................... 227

Distance recorder

see Odometer see Trip odometer

Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 239

Distance warning function

Function/notes ................................ 65

DISTRONIC PLUS

Activating ....................................... 148

Activation conditions ..................... 148

Cruise control lever ....................... 148

Deactivating ................................... 152

Display message ............................ 223

Displays in the instrument cluster .. 151

Driving tips .................................... 152

Driving with DISTRONIC PLUS ....... 149

Function/notes ............................. 147

Important safety notes .................. 147

Setting a speed .............................. 150

Setting the specified minimum

distance ......................................... 151

Stopping ........................................ 150

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Index

with Steering Assist and Stop&Go

Pilot ...............................................153

Doors

Automatic locking (switch) ...............79

Central locking/unlocking

(SmartKey) .......................................72

Control panel ...................................39

Display message ............................ 229

Emergency locking ........................... 79

Emergency unlocking ....................... 79

Important safety notes .................... 78

Opening (from inside) ...................... 78

Power closing .................................. 79

Drinking and driving ......................... 141

Drive program

Automatic ...................................... 132

Manual ........................................... 132

Manual (Mercedes-AMG vehi-

cles) ............................................... 133

SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 202

Driver's door

see Doors

Driving abroad

Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 280

Driving Assistance package ............. 180

Driving on flooded roads .................. 144

Driving safety systems

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 62

ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 68

Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 66

BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 62

BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic

Assist ............................................... 62

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST

PLUS ................................................ 64

Distance warning function ............... 65

EBD (electronic brake force distri-

bution) ............................................. 68

(Electronic Stability Pro-

ESP

gram) ............................................... 66

Important safety information ........... 61

Overview .......................................... 61

PRE-SAFE

Brake ............................. 68

STEER CONTROL ............................. 70

Driving systems

360°camera .................................. 171

Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 180

Active Body Control ABC ............... 156

Active Lane Keep

ing Assist ............ 183

Active Parking Assist ..................... 163

AIRMATIC ...................................... 158

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 175

Cruise control ................................ 145

Display message ............................ 219

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 147

DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering

Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 153

Driving Assistance package ........... 180

HOLD function ............................... 154

Night View Assist Plus ................... 177

PARKTRONIC ................................. 160

Rear view camera .......................... 167

Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 176

Driving tips

AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 144

Automatic transmission ................. 131

Brakes ........................................... 142

Break-in period .............................. 120

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 152

Downhill gradient ........................... 142

Drinking and driving ....................... 141

Driving in winter ............................. 144

Driving on flooded roads ................ 144

Driving on wet roads ...................... 144

Exhaust check ............................... 141

Fuel ................................................ 141

General .......................................... 140

Hydroplaning ................................. 144

Icy road surfaces ........................... 144

Important safety notes .................. 120

Limited braking efficiency on sal-

ted roads ....................................... 143

Snow chains .................................. 305

Subjecting brakes to a load ........... 142

The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 120

Wet road surface ........................... 143

DVD video

Operating (on-board computer) ..... 195

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

EASY-ENTRY feature

Function/notes ................................ 99

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Index

EASY-ENTRY system ............................ 95

EASY-EXIT feature

Crash-responsive ...........................100

Function/notes ................................ 99

EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

Display message ............................ 206

Function/notes ................................ 68

ECO display

Function/notes .............................141

On-board computer ....................... 190

ECO start/stop function

Automatic engine start .................. 125

Automatic engine switch-off .......... 125

Deactivating/activating ................. 126

General information ....................... 125

Important safety notes .................. 124

Introduction ................................... 124

Electronic Stability Program

see ESP

(Electronic Stability Program)

Electronic Traction System

see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)

Emergency

Automatic measures after an acci-

dent ................................................. 57

Emergency release

Driver's door ....................................79

Trunk ............................................... 84

Vehicle ............................................. 79

Emergency Tensioning Devices

Activation ......................................... 53

Emissions control

Service and warranty information ....26

Engine

Check Engine warning lamp ...........237

Display message ............................ 216

ECO start/stop function ................ 124

Engine number ............................... 330

Irregular running ............................ 127

Jump-starting ................................. 295

Starting (important safety notes) ... 122

Starting problems .......................... 127

Starting the engine with the

SmartKey ....................................... 123

Starting via smartphone ................ 123

Starting with the Start/Stop but-

ton ................................................. 123

Switching off .................................. 138

cle) ..................... 300

Tow-starting

(vehi

Engine electronics

Problem (malfunction) ................... 127

Engine oil

Adding ...........................................276

Additives ........................................ 333

Checking the oil level ..................... 275

Checking the oil level using the

dipstick .......................................... 275

Checking the oil level using the

on-board computer ........................ 275

Display message ............................ 218

Filling capacity ............................... 333

General notes ................................ 332

Notes about oil grades ................... 332

Notes on oil level/consumption .... 275

Temperature (on-board computer,

Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...............202

Entering an address

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

(Electronic Stability Pro-

ESP gram)

AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 202

Characteristics ................................. 67

Deactivating/activating ................. 197

Deactivating/activating (notes) ....... 67

Display message ............................ 204

Function/notes ................................ 66

General notes .................................. 66

Important safety information ........... 67

Warning lamp ................................. 234

ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-

tem) ...................................................... 66

Exhaust

see Exhaust pipe

Exhaust check ................................... 141

Exhaust pipe

Cleaning ......................................... 284

Exterior lighting

Cleaning ......................................... 283

Setting options .............................. 104

see Lights

Exterior mirrors

Adjusting ....................................... 100

Dipping (automatic) ....................... 101

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Index

Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 101

Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 101

Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 101

Setting ........................................... 101

Storing settings (memory func-

tion) ............................................... 103

Storing the parking position .......... 102

External audio source

Connecting .................................... 252

Eyeglasses compartment ................. 254

Favorites

Overview ........................................ 246

Features ............................................. 257

Filling capacities (Technical data) ... 330 Flat tire

Changing a wheel/mounting the

spare wheel ................................... 321

MOExtended tires .......................... 289

Preparing the vehicle ..................... 288

TIREFIT kit ...................................... 289

Floormats ........................................... 271

Frequencies

Mobile phone ................................. 328

Two-way radio ................................ 328

Fuel

Additives ........................................ 332

Consumption statistics .................. 191

Displaying the current consump-

tion ................................................ 190

Displaying the range ...................... 190

Driving tips .................................... 141

Fuel gauge ....................................... 34

Grade (gasoline) ............................ 331

Important safety notes .................. 331

Problem (malfunction) ................... 137

Refueling ........................................ 135

Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 331

Fuel filler flap

Closing ........................................... 137

Fuel level

Calling up the range (on-board

computer) ...................................... 190

Fuel tank

Capacity ........................................ 331

Problem (malfunction) ................... 137

Fuses

Allocation chart ............................. 301

Before changing ............................. 301

Dashboard fuse box ....................... 301

Fuse box in the engine compart-

ment .............................................. 302

Fuse box in the front-passenger

footwell .......................................... 301

Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 302

Important safety notes .................. 301

Garage door opener

Clearing the memory ..................... 271

General notes ................................ 268

Important safety notes .................. 269

Opening/closing the garage door..271

Problems when programming ........270

Programming (button in the rear-

view mirror) ................................... 269

Synchronizing the rolling code ....... 270

Gasoline ............................................. 331

Gear indicator (on-board com-

puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ....... 202

Genuine parts ...................................... 25

Glove box ...........................................254

Google™ Local Search

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

Handbrake

see Parking brake

HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 82

Handwriting recognition

Switching text reader function

on/off ............................................ 245

Touchpad ....................................... 245

Hazard warning lamps ......................106

Head level heating (AIRSCARF) .......... 97

Head restraints

Adjusting ......................................... 93

Adjusting (manually) ........................ 94

Adjusting (rear) ................................ 94

Head-up display

Adjusting the brightness ................ 200

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Index

Displays and operating .................. 189

Function/notes ............................. 188

Important safety notes .................. 188

Selecting displays .......................... 200

Setting the position ....................... 200

Storing settings (memory func-

tion) ............................................... 103

Headlamps

Fogging up ..................................... 107

see Automatic headlamp mode

Heating

see Climate control

High beam flasher ............................. 105

High-beam headlamps

Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS .... 106

Display message ............................ 215

Switching on/off ........................... 105

Hill start assist .................................. 124

HOLD function

Activating ....................................... 155

Activation conditions ..................... 155

Deactivating ................................... 155

Display message ............................ 223

Function/notes ............................. 154

General notes ................................ 154

Home address

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Hood

Closing ........................................... 274

Display message ............................ 229

Important safety notes .................. 273

Opening ......................................... 273

Horn ...................................................... 33

HUD

see Head-up display

Hydroplaning ..................................... 144

Indicators

see Turn signals

Insect protection on the radiator .... 274

Instrument cluster

Overview .......................................... 34

Warning and indicator lamps ........... 34

Instrument cluster lighting .............. 186

Interior lighting

Automatic control .......................... 108

Control ........................................... 108

Manual control ............................... 108

Overview ........................................ 108

Reading lamp ................................. 108

iPod

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Jack

Using ............................................. 323

Jump starting (engine) ...................... 295

Key positions

SmartKey ....................................... 121

Start/Stop button .......................... 121

KEYLESS-GO

Activating ......................................... 73

Convenience closing feature ............ 87

Deactivation ..................................... 73

Locking ............................................ 73

Start function ................................... 74

Unlocking ......................................... 73

Kickdown

Driving tips .................................... 131

Knee bag .............................................. 48

Ignition lock

see Key positions

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

Indicator and warning lamps

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST

PLUS .............................................. 239

Indicator lamps

see Warning and indicator lamps

Lamps

see Warning and indicator lamps

Lane Keeping Assist

see Active Lane Keeping Assist

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat

anchors ................................................ 59

License plate lamp (display mes-

sage) ................................................... 215

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Index

Light sensor (display message) .......215

Lights

Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS .... 106

Automatic headlamp mode ............ 104

Cornering light function ................. 106

Fogged up headlamps .................... 107

General notes ................................ 104

Hazard warning lamps ................... 106

High beam flasher .......................... 105

High-beam headlamps ................... 105

Light switch ................................... 104

Low-beam headlamps .................... 105

Parking lamps ................................ 105

Rear fog lamp ................................ 105

Setting exterior lighting ................. 104

Standing lamps .............................. 105

Switching the daytime running lamps on/off (on-board com-

puter) ............................................. 201

Switching the spotlight on/off ....... 201

Turn signals ................................... 105

see Interior lighting

Loading guidelines ............................ 253

Locking

see Central locking

Locking (doors)

Automatic ........................................ 79

Emergency locking ........................... 79

From inside (central locking but-

ton) ..................................................78

Locking centrally

see Central locking

Low-beam headlamps

Display message ............................ 215

Switching on/off ...........................105

Lumbar support

Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-

port ..................................................95

M+S tires ............................................ 305

Magic Body Control ........................... 156

MAGIC SKY CONTROL ......................... 90

Malfunction message

see Display messages

Matte finish (cleaning instruc-

tions) .................................................. 282

MBC

see Magic Body Control

mbrace

Call priority ....................................265

Display message ............................ 209

Downloading destinations

(COMAND) ..................................... 265

Downloading routes ....................... 268

Emergency call .............................. 262

General notes ................................ 261

Geo fencing ................................... 268

Info call button .............................. 264

Locating a stolen vehicle ...............267

Remote fault diagnosis .................. 267

Remote vehicle locking .................. 266

Roadside Assistance button .......... 263

Search & Send ............................... 265

Self-test ......................................... 262

Speed alert .................................... 268

System .......................................... 262

Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 268

Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 266

Mechanical key

Function/notes ................................ 74

General notes .................................. 74

Inserting .......................................... 74

Locking vehicle ................................ 79

Removing ......................................... 74

Unlocking the driver's door .............. 79

Media Interface

USB port in the armrest of the

center console ............................... 255

see Digital Operator's Manual

Memory card (audio) ......................... 194

Memory function

Seats, steering wheel, exterior

mirrors ........................................... 102

Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive

360°camera .................................. 171

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 62

Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 180

Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 183

Active Parking Assist ..................... 163

ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 175

BAS (Brake Assist) ........................... 62

BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS) with C

ross-Traffic Assist .................. 62

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Index

Crosswind Assist (vehicles with

MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ...............156

Crosswind Assist (vehicles with-

out MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ........... 68

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 147

DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering

Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ...............153

(Electronic Stability Pro-

ESP

gram) ............................................... 66

General notes ................................ 145

MAGIC BODY CONTROL ................ 156

Night View Assist Plus ................... 177

PARKTRONIC ................................. 160

PRE-SAFE

(anticipatory occu-

pant protection) ............................... 55

PRE-SAFE PRE-SAFE

Brake .............................68

PLUS (anticipatory

occupant protection PLUS) .............. 56

Rear view camera .......................... 167

ROAD SURFACE SCAN .................. 158

Traffic Sign Assist .......................... 176

Message memory (on-board com-

puter) .................................................. 203

Messages

see Display messages see Warning and indicator lamps

Mirror turn signal

Cleaning ......................................... 283

Mirrors

see Exterior mirrors see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)

Mobile phone

Connecting (Bluetooth

inter-

face) ..............................................250

Connecting another mobile

phone ............................................ 251

Frequencies ................................... 328

Installation ..................................... 328

Menu (on-board computer) ............ 195

Transmission output (maximum) .... 328

Modifying the programming

(SmartKey) ...........................................74

MOExtended tires .............................. 289

Mounting wheels

Lowering the vehicle ...................... 326

Mounting a new wheel ................... 325

Preparing the vehicle .....................322

Raising

the vehicl

e ......................... 323

Removing a wheel .......................... 325

Securing the vehicle against roll-

ing away ........................................ 322

MP3

Operation ....................................... 194

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

Multifunction display

Function/notes .............................188

Multifunction steering wheel

Operating the on-board computer .. 187

Overview .......................................... 35

Multimedia system

Switching on and off ......................243

Music files

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

Navigation

Menu (on-board computer) ............ 191

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

Night View Assist Plus

Activating/deactivating ................. 179

Cleaning ......................................... 285

Display message ............................ 222

Function/notes .............................177

Pedestrian and animal recogni-

tion ................................................ 178

Problem (malfunction) ................... 180

Switching automatic activation

on/off ............................................ 198

Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-

cle ....................................................... 120

Occupant Classification System (OCS)

Conditions ....................................... 49

Faults ............................................... 53

Operation ......................................... 49

System self-test ............................... 52

Occupant safety

Air bags ...........................................46

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Index

Automatic measures after an acci-

dent ................................................. 57

Children in the vehicle ..................... 57

Important safety notes .................... 41

Introduction to the restraint sys-

tem .................................................. 41

Occupant Classification System

(OCS) ............................................... 49

PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator

lamps ............................................... 42

Pets in the vehicle ........................... 61

PRE-SAFE

(anticipatory occu-

pant protection) ............................... 55

PRE-SAFE

PLUS (anticipatory

occupant protection PLUS) .............. 56

Restraint system warning lamp ........ 42

Seat belt .......................................... 42

OCS

Conditions ....................................... 49

Faults ............................................... 53

Operation ......................................... 49

System self-test ............................... 52

Odometer ........................................... 190

Oil

see Engine oil

On-board computer

AMG menu ..................................... 202

Assistance graphic menu ............... 197

Assistance menu ........................... 197

Display messages .......................... 203

Displaying a service message ........ 279

DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 151

Factory settings ............................. 202

Head-up display ............................. 188

Important safety notes .................. 186

Instrument cluster menu ............... 201

Lights menu ................................... 201

Media menu ................................... 194

Menu overview .............................. 189

Message memory .......................... 203

Navigation menu ............................ 191

Operation ....................................... 187

Radio menu ................................... 193

Service menu ................................. 197

Settings menu ............................... 197

Standard display ............................ 190

Telephone menu ............................ 195

Trip menu ...................................... 190

Video DVD operation ..................... 195

Operating safety

Declaration of conformity ................ 28

Important safety notes .................... 28

Operating system

see On-board computer

Operation

Digital Operator's Manual ................ 24

Operator's Manual

Overview .......................................... 26

Vehicle equipment ........................... 26

Outside temperature display ........... 186

Overhead co

ntrol pan

el ...................... 38

Paint code number ............................ 329

Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 282

Panic alarm .......................................... 41

Panorama roof ..................................... 88

Parcel net hooks ............................... 256

Parking

Important safety notes .................. 137

Parking brake ................................ 139

Parking position for the exterior mirror on the front-passenger

side ................................................ 102

Rear view camera .......................... 167

Switching off the engine ................ 138

see PARKTRONIC

Parking aid

see 360° camera see Active Parking Assist see Exterior mirrors see PARKTRONIC see Rear view camera

Parking brake

Applying automatically ................... 139

Applying or releasing manually ...... 139

Display message ............................ 206

Electric parking brake .................... 139

Emergency braking ........................ 140

General notes ................................ 139

Releasing automatically ................. 140

Warning lamp ................................. 236

Parking lamps

Switching on/off ........................... 105

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PARKTRONIC

Deactivating/activating ................. 162

Driving system ...............................160

Function/notes .............................160

Important safety notes .................. 160

Problem (malfunction) ................... 163

Range of the sensors ..................... 161

Warning display ............................. 162

PASSENGER AIR BAG

Display message ............................ 213

Indicator lamps ................................ 42

Problem (malfunction) ................... 213

Perfume atomizer

Operating ....................................... 117

Problem (malfunction) ................... 118

Setting the perfume intensity

(multimedia system) ...................... 247

Vial ................................................ 117

Pets in the vehicle ............................... 61

Phone book

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-

tions) .................................................. 285

Power locks ......................................... 79

Power washers .................................. 281

Power windows

see Side windows

PRE-SAFE

(anticipatory occupant

protection)

Display message ............................ 210

Operation ......................................... 55

PRE-SAFE

Brake

Activating/deactivating ................. 199

Display message ............................ 210

Function/notes ................................ 68

Important safety notes .................... 69

Warning lamp ................................. 239

PRE-SAFE

PLUS (anticipatory

occupant protection PLUS)

Display message ............................ 210

Operation ......................................... 56

Program selector button .................. 131

Protection against theft

ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 71

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

Protection of the environment

General notes .................................. 25

Pulling away

Automatic transmission ................. 124

General notes ................................ 124

Hill start assist ............................... 124

QR code

Mercedes-Benz Guide App ................. 1

Rescue card ..................................... 30

Qualified specialist workshop ........... 29

Quick access for telephone

Sending DTMF tones ...................... 245

Radiator cover ................................... 274

Radio

Selecting a station ......................... 193

Radio mode

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Radio-wave reception/transmission in the vehicle

Declaration of conformity ................ 28

Reading lamp ..................................... 108

Rear compartment

Setting the air vents ...................... 119

Stowage compartment .................. 255

Rear fog lamp

Display message ............................ 215

Switching on/off ........................... 105

Rear seats

Overview .......................................... 40

Rear view camera

Cleaning instructions ..................... 284

Displays in the COMAND display ... 168

Function/notes ............................. 167

Rear window blind ............................ 258

Rear window defroster

Problem (malfunction) ................... 116

Switching on/off ........................... 116

Rear-view mirror

Dipping (automatic) ....................... 101

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Index

Refrigerant (air-conditioning system)

Important safety notes .................. 334

Refueling

Fuel gauge ....................................... 34

Important safety notes .................. 135

see Fuel

Remote control

Garage door opener ....................... 268

Programming (garage door

opener) .......................................... 269

Replacing bulbs

General notes ................................ 108

Reporting safety defects .................... 29

Rescue card ......................................... 30

Reserve (fuel tank)

see Fuel

Reserve fuel

Display message ............................ 218

Warning lamp ................................. 237

Residual heat (climate control) ........ 116

Restraint system

Display message ............................ 211

Introduction ..................................... 41

Warning lamp ................................. 236

Warning lamp (function) ................... 42

Reversing feature

Roller sunblind ................................. 88

Side windows ................................... 85

Trunk lid ........................................... 80

ROAD SURFACE SCAN ....................... 158

Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 27

Roller sunblind

Panorama roof ................................. 88

Rear window .................................. 258

Roller sunblind for the panorama roof

Opening and closing ........................ 89

Operating ......................................... 88

Resetting ......................................... 89

Roof lining and carpets (cleaning

guidelines) ......................................... 287

Roof load (maximum) ........................ 335

Route guidance

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Safety

Children in the vehicle ..................... 57

see Occupant safety see Operating safety

Safety system

see Driving safety systems

SD card

Inserting/removing ........................ 251

SD memory card

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Selecting ........................................ 194

Search & Send

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Seat

Adjusting the front-passenger

seat from the driver's seat ............... 93

Seat belts

Adjusting the driver's and front-

passenger seat belt ......................... 46

Cleaning ......................................... 286

Correct usage .................................. 44

Fastening ......................................... 44

Important safety guidelines ............. 43

Introduction ..................................... 42

Releasing ......................................... 45

Warning lamp ................................. 232

Warning lamp (function) ................... 46

Seating

Seating comfort package ................. 95

Seating comfort package ................... 95

Seats

Active multicontour seat .................. 95

Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 92

Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-

port .................................................. 95

Adjusting the head restraint ............ 93

Calling up a stored setting (mem-

ory function) .................................. 103

Cleaning the cover ......................... 286

Correct driver's seat position ........... 91

EASY-ENTRY/EXIT system ............... 99

Folding the backrests forward/

back ................................................. 95

Important safety notes .................... 91

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Index

Seat backrest display message ..... 229

Seat heating .................................... 96

Seat heating problem ...................... 97

Seat ventilation ................................ 96

Storing settings (memory func-

tion) ............................................... 103

Switching AIRSCARF on/off ............ 97

Switching seat heating on/off ......... 96

Switching seat ventilation on/off .... 96

Section

Wheels and tires ............................ 303

Securing a load

see Securing cargo

Securing cargo .................................. 256

Selector lever

Cleaning ......................................... 286

see Automatic transmission

Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 284

Service menu (on-board com-

puter) .................................................. 197

Service message

see ASSYST PLUS

Service products

Brake fluid ..................................... 333

Coolant (engine) ............................ 333

Engine oil ....................................... 332

Fuel ................................................ 331

Important safety notes .................. 330

Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-

tem) ............................................... 334

Washer fluid ................................... 334

Setting the date/time format

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Setting the language

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Setting the time

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Settings

Factory (on-board computer) ......... 202

On-board computer ....................... 197

SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 202

Side impact air bag ............................. 48

Side marker lamp (display mes-

sage) ................................................... 215

Side windows

Cleaning ......................................... 283

Convenience closing feature ............ 87

Convenience opening feature .......... 86

Important safety information ........... 85

Opening/closing .............................. 86

Problem (malfunction) ..................... 88

Resetting ......................................... 87

Reversing feature ............................. 85

SIRIUS services

tor's Man-

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Snow chains ...................................... 305

Sockets

Center console .............................. 260

General notes ................................ 260

Rear compartment ......................... 260

Trunk ............................................. 260

Sound

Switching on/off ........................... 243

Special seat belt retractor .................. 57

Specialist workshop ............................ 29

Speed, controlling

see Cruise control

Speedometer

Activating/deactivating the addi-

tional speedometer ........................ 201

Opera

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Index

Digital ............................................ 191

In the Instrument cluster ................. 34

Segments ...................................... 186

Selecting the display unit ............... 201

Standing lamps

Display message ............................ 215

Switching on/off ........................... 105

Start/Stop button

General notes ................................ 121

Key positions ................................. 122

Removing ....................................... 122

Starting the engine ........................ 123

Start/stop function

see ECO start/stop function

Starting (engine) ................................ 122

STEER CONTROL .................................. 70

Steering

Display message ............................ 229

Warning lamps ............................... 241

Steering Assist

see DISTRONIC PLUS

Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot (DISTRONIC PLUS)

Display message ............................ 225

Steering assistant STEER CONTROL

see STEER CONTROL

Steering wheel

Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98

Button overview ............................... 35

Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 187

Cleaning ......................................... 286

EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ............... 99

Important safety notes .................... 98

Paddle shifters ............................... 132

Steering wheel heating .................... 98

Storing settings (memory func-

tion) ............................................... 103

Steering wheel heating

Problem (malfunction) ..................... 99

Switching on/off .............................. 98

Steering wheel paddle shifters ........ 132

Stop&Go Pilot

see DISTRONIC PLUS

Stowage areas ................................... 253

Stowage compartments

Armrest (under) ............................. 255

Center console .............................. 254

Center console in rear compart-

ment .............................................. 255

Cup holders ................................... 257

Door ............................................... 255

Eyeglasses compartment ............... 254

Glove box ....................................... 254

Important safety information ......... 253

Rear ............................................... 255

Rear seat backrest ......................... 255

Stowage net ................................... 256

see Stowage areas

Stowage net

wage space

Sto

Parcel net retainers ....................... 256

Securing a load .............................. 256

Stowage well beneath the trunk

floor .................................................... 256

Summer tires

In winter ........................................ 305

Sun visor ............................................ 258

Suspension mode

Active Body Control ABC ............... 157

Suspension setting

AIRMATIC ...................................... 159

Suspension settings

SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 202

Switching air-recirculation mode

on/off ................................................. 116

Switching on media mode

Via the device list .......................... 251

....................................... 256

Tachometer ........................................ 186

Tail lamps

Display message ............................ 215

Tank content

Fuel gauge ....................................... 34

Technical data

Capacities ...................................... 330

Information .................................... 328

Tires/wheels ................................. 326

Vehicle data ................................... 335

Telephone

Accepting a call (multifunction

steering wheel) .............................. 196

Authorizing a mobile phone (con-

necting) ......................................... 250

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Index

Connecting a mobile phone (gen-

eral information) ............................ 250

Display message ............................ 230

Introduction ...................................195

Menu (on-board computer) ............ 195

Number from the phone book ........196

Redialing ........................................ 196

Rejecting/ending a call ................. 196

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual ..................................................242

Switching between mobile

phones ...........................................251

Temperature

Coolant .......................................... 187

Engine oil (on-board computer,

Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ...............202

Outside temperature ......................186

Setting (climate control) ................ 114

Transmission oil (on-board com-

puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) ..... 202

Tire pressure

Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 309

Checking manually ........................ 309

Display message ............................ 226

Maximum ....................................... 308

Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 291

Notes ............................................. 307

Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 291

Recommended ............................... 306

Using the TIREFIT kit ......................290

Tire pressure monitor

Checking the tire pressure elec-

tronically ........................................ 310

Function/notes .............................309

General notes ................................ 309

Important safety notes .................. 309

Radio type approval for the tire

pressure monitor ........................... 312

Restarting ...................................... 311

Warning lamp ................................. 240

Warning message .......................... 311

TIREFIT kit

Important safety notes .................. 289

Storage location ............................ 288

Tire pressu

Tire pressure reached .................... 291

Using ............................................. 290

re not reached .............. 291

Tires

Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 320

Average weight of the vehicle

occupants (definition) .................... 319

Bar (definition) ............................... 319

Changing a wheel .......................... 321

Characteristics .............................. 319

Checking ........................................ 303

Curb weight (definition) ................. 320

Definition of terms ......................... 319

Direction of rotation ...................... 322

Display message ............................ 226

Distribution of the vehicle occu-

pants (definition) ............................ 321

DOT (Department of Transporta-

tion) (definition) ............................. 319

DOT, Tire Identification Number

(TIN) ............................................... 319

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

(definition) ..................................... 320

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-

inition) ........................................... 320

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-

ing) (definition) .............................. 320

Important safety notes .................. 303

Increased vehicle weight due to

optional equipment (definition) ...... 320

Information on driving .................... 303

Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 320

Labeling (overview) ........................ 316

Load bearing index (definition) ...... 321

Load index ..................................... 318

Load index (definition) ................... 320

Maximum load on a tire (defini-

tion) ............................................... 320

Maximum loaded vehicle weight

(definition) ..................................... 320

Maximum permissible tire pres-

sure (definition) ............................. 320

Maximum tire load ......................... 318

Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 320

MOExtended tires .......................... 304

nt w

Optional equipme

nition) ............................................ 321

PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-

inition) ........................................... 320

Replacing ....................................... 321

Service life ..................................... 304

eight (defi-

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Index

Sidewall (definition) ....................... 321

Snow chains .................................. 305

Speed rating (definition) ................ 320

Storing ........................................... 322

Structure and characteristics

(definition) ..................................... 319

Summer tires in winter .................. 305

Temperature .................................. 316

TIN (Tire Identification Number)

(definition) ..................................... 321

Tire bead (definition) ...................... 321

Tire pressure (definition) ................ 321

Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 320

Tire size (data) ............................... 326

Tire size designation, load-bearing

capacity, speed rating .................... 316

Tire tread ....................................... 304

Tire tread (definition) ..................... 321

Total load limit (definition) ............. 321

Traction ......................................... 315

Traction (definition) ....................... 321

Tread wear ..................................... 315

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards ...................................... 315

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Standards (definition) .................... 319

Wear indicator (definition) ............. 321

Wheel and tire combination ........... 326

Wheel rim (definition) .................... 320

see Flat tire

Top Tether ............................................ 60

Touchpad

Changing the station/music

track .............................................. 245

Character suggestions ................... 244

Deleting characters ....................... 245

Entering a space ............................ 245

Entering characters ....................... 244

Gesture control .............................. 244

Handwriting recognition ................ 245

Operating the touchpad ................. 244

Overview ........................................ 244

Quick access for Audio .................. 245

Quick access for telephone ........... 245

Switching ....................................... 244

Switching input line ....................... 245

Tow-starting

Emergency engine starting ............ 300

Important safety notes .................. 298

Towing away

Important safety guidelines ........... 298

Installing the towing eye

tes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 300

Removing the towing eye ............... 299

Transporting the vehicle ................ 300

With both axles on the ground ....... 299

Towing eye ......................................... 288

Traffic reports

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Traffic Sign Assist

Activating ....................................... 176

Display message ............................ 223

Function/notes ............................. 176

Important safety notes .................. 176

Instrument cluster display ............. 177

Switching on/off ........................... 198

Transfer case ..................................... 135

Transmission

see Automatic transmission

Transporting the vehicle .................. 300

Trim pieces (cleaning instruc-

tions) .................................................. 286

Trip computer (on-board com-

puter) .................................................. 191

Trip odometer

Calling up ....................................... 190

Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 191

Trunk

Emergency release .......................... 84

Emergency release button ............... 85

Important safety notes .................... 80

Locking separately ........................... 84

Opening ........................................... 81

Opening/closing (automatically

from inside) ...................................... 83

Opening/closing (automatically

from outside) ................................... 81

Opening/closing (from outside,

HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 82

Power closing .................................. 79

Trunk lid

Display message ............................ 229

Obstacle recognition ........................ 80

Opening dimensions ...................... 335

................ 299

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Index

Opening/closing .............................. 80

Trunk load (maximum) ......................335

Turn signals

Display message ............................ 215

Switching on/off ........................... 105

Two-way radio

Frequencies ................................... 328

Installation ..................................... 328

Transmission output (maximum) .... 328

Windshield (infrared reflective) ...... 272

Type identification plate

see Vehicle identification plate

Unlocking

Emergency unlocking ....................... 79

From inside the vehicle (central

unlocking button) .............................78

Upshift indicator (on-board com-

puter, Mercedes-AMG vehicles) .......202

USB devices

Connecting to the Media Inter-

face ............................................... 251

Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........258

Vehicle

Correct use ...................................... 29

Data acquisition ............................... 30

Display message ............................ 227

Equipment ....................................... 26

Individual settings .......................... 197

Limited Warranty .............................30

Loading .......................................... 312

Locking (in an emergency) ............... 79

Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 72

Lowering ........................................ 326

Maintenance .................................... 27

Operating safety .............................. 28

Parking .......................................... 137

Parking for a long period ................ 140

Pulling away ................................... 124

Raising ........................................... 323

Reporting problems ......................... 29

Securing from rolling away ............ 322

Towing away .................................. 298

Transporting .................................. 300

Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 79

Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 72

Vehicle data ................................... 335

Vehicle dimensions ........................... 335

Vehicle emergency locking ................ 79

Vehicle identification number

see VIN

Vehicle identification plate .............. 329

Vehicle level

Active Body Control ABC ............... 156

AIRMATIC ...................................... 158

Display message ............................ 219

Vehicle tool kit .................................. 288

Video

Operating the DVD ......................... 195

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Video-AUX

Connecting an external video

source ............................................ 252

VIN

Type plate ...................................... 329

Warning and indicator lamps

ABS ................................................ 234

Brakes ........................................... 233

Check Engine ................................. 237

Coolant .......................................... 237

Distance warning ........................... 239

.............................................. 234

ESP

OFF ....................................... 236

Fuel tank ........................................ 237

General notes ................................ 231

Overview .......................................... 34

Parking brake ................................ 236

PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 42

Reserve fuel ................................... 237

Restraint system ............................ 236

Seat belt ........................................ 232

Steering ......................................... 241

Tire pressure monitor .................... 240

Warranty .............................................. 26

Washer fluid

Display message ............................ 230

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Index

Weather display (COMAND)

see also Digital Operator's Man-

ual .................................................. 242

Wheel and tire combinations

Tires ............................................... 326

Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 326

Wheel chock ...................................... 322

Wheels

Changing a wheel .......................... 321

Checking ........................................ 303

Cleaning ......................................... 282

Important safety notes .................. 303

Information on driving .................... 303

Interchanging/changing ................ 321

Mounting a new wheel ...................325

Mounting a wheel .......................... 322

Removing a wheel .......................... 325

Snow chains .................................. 305

Storing ...........................................322

Tightening torque ........................... 326

Wheel size/tire size ....................... 326

Window curtain air bag

Display message ............................ 212

Operation ......................................... 49

Windows

see Side windows

Windshield

Defrosting ...................................... 115

Infrared reflective .......................... 272

Windshield washer fluid

see Windshield washer system

Windshield washer system

Adding washer fluid ....................... 278

Important safety notes .................. 334

Notes ............................................. 334

Windshield wipers

Problem (malfunction) ................... 110

Replacing the wiper blades ............ 109

Switching on/off ........................... 108

Winter driving

Important safety notes .................. 305

Slippery road surfaces ................... 144

Snow chains .................................. 305

Winter operation

Radiator cover ............................... 274

Summer tires ................................. 305

Winter tires

M+S tires ....................................... 305

Wiper blades

Cleaning ......................................... 283

Important safety R

eplacing ....................................... 109

Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-

tions) ..................................................286

Workshop

see Qualified specialist workshop

notes .................. 109

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Digital Operator's Manual

Introduction

The printed Operator's Manual provides information about the safe operation of your vehicle. The Digital Operator's Manual provides comprehensive and specifically adapted information on your vehicle's equipment and multimedia system. You can call up the Digital Operator's Manual via the multimedia system.

You will not incur any costs when calling up

the Digital Operator's Manual. The Digital Operator's Manual works without connecting to the Internet.

There are three ways to access the topics of the Digital Operator's Manual:

Visual search

The visual search allows you to explore your vehicle "virtually". Starting from either the vehicle exterior view or interior view, you can access many of the different topics covered by the Digital Operator's Manual. To access the vehicle interior section, select the "Vehicle interior" view.

Keyword search

The keyword search allows you to search for a keyword by entering characters. Further information can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual in the "COMAND" section under the "Character entry (telephony)" keyword.

Contents

You can select individual sections in the contents.

The Digital Operator's Manual is deactiva-

ted for safety re

asons while driving.

Operation

Calling up the Digital Operator's Manual

Press the Ø button on the center console. The overview relating to the vehicle appears.

Select the "Operator's Manual" menu item by turning 3 or pressing 7 the controller.

Confirm 7 the message about the warning and safety notes. The basic menu for the Digital Operator's Manual appears.

Operating the Digital Operator's Manual

General notes

Please observe the information about the operation of the controller (

Y page 243).

Content pages

The content pages can be accessed by means of a visual search, a keyword search or using the contents.

To scroll forward/backward: turn 3 the controller.

To display in full-screen or animation: slide

8 the controller to the left :.

To select information text or save book-

marks: slide 9 the controller to the right ;.

To select a link: slide 6 the controller downwards =.

To exit a content page: select the % symbol ?.

To call up the basic menu of the Digital

Operator's Manual: select Þ symbol A. To switch functions to the multimedia

system using the buttons on the center console: press the $, %, Õ or Ø

button. The selected menu appears. The Digital Operator's Manual remains open in the background.

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Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

Protecting the environment

General notes

Environmental note

Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.

The objectives are for the natural resources that form the basis of our existence on this planet to be used sparingly and in a manner that takes the requirements of both nature and humanity into account.

You too can help to protect the environment by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.

Fuel consumption and the rate of engine, transmission, brake and tire wear are affected by these factors:

operating conditions of your vehicle

your personal driving style

You can influence both factors. You should bear the following in mind:

Operating conditions:

avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.

always make sure that the tire pressures are correct.

do not carry any unnecessary weight.

remove roof racks once you no longer need them.

a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute to environmental protection. You should therefore adhere to the service intervals.

always have service work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Personal driving style:

do not depress the accelerator pedal when starting the engine.

do not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary.

drive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front.

avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and braking.

change gear in good time and use each gear only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.

switch off the engine in stationary traffic.

keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.

Environmental concerns and recommendations

Wherever the operating instructions require you to dispose of materials, first try to regenerate or re-use them. Observe the relevant environmental rules and regulations when disposing of materials. In this way you will help to protect the environment.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

Environmental note

Daimler AG also supplies reconditioned major assemblies and parts which are of the same quality as new parts. They are covered by the same Limited Warranty entitlements as new parts.

Air bags and Emergency Tensioning Devi-

ces, as well as control units and sensors for these restraint systems, may be installed in the following areas of your vehicle:

doors

door pillars

door sills

seats

cockpit

instrument cluster

center console

Do not install accessories such as audio systems in these areas. Do not carry out repairs or welding. You could impair the operating efficiency of the restraint systems.

Have aftermarket accessories installed at a qualified specialist workshop.

You could jeopardize the operating safety of your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels as well as accessories relevant to safety which have not been approved by Mercedes-Benz. This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant

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Service and vehicle operation

systems, e.g. the brake system. Use only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and accessories that have been specifically approved for your vehicle.

Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to strict quality control. Every part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles. Therefore, only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts

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should be used. More than 300,000 different genuine

Mercedes-Benz parts are available for Mercedes-Benz models.

All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service.

Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) when ordering genuine Mercedes-Benz

Y page 329).

parts (

Operator's Manual

Vehicle equipment

This Operator's Manual describes allmodels

and all standard and optional equipment of your vehicle available at the time of publication of the Operator's Manual. Country-specific differences are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not feature all functions described here. This also applies to safetyrelevant systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the descriptions and illustrations.

The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle.

Should you have any questions concerning equipment and operation, please consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

The Operator's Manual and Maintenance Booklet are important documents and should be kept in the vehicle.

Service and vehicle operation

Warranty

The Limited Warranty for your vehicle applies in accordance with the warranty terms and conditions in the Service and Warranty Information booklet.

Your authorized Mercedes-Benz Center will replace and repair all factory-installed parts in accordance with the following warranty terms and conditions:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Emission System Warranty

Emission Performance Warranty

California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty

State warranty enforcement laws (lemon laws)

Replacement parts and accessories are covered by the Mercedes-Benz Parts and Accessories warranties. These are available at any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

Should you lose your Service and Warranty

Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a replacement. The new Service and Warranty Information booklet will be posted to you.

Information for customers in California

Under California law you may be entitled to a replacement of your vehicle or a refund of the purchase price or lease price, if after a reasonable number of repair attempts Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC and/or its authorized repair or service facilities fail to fix one or more substantial defects or malfunctions in the vehicle that are covered by its express warranty.

During the period of 18 months from original delivery of the vehicle or the accumulation of 18,000 miles (approximately 29,000 km) on the odometer of the vehicle, whichever occurs first, a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs:

(1) the same substantial defect or malfunction

results in a condition that is likely to cause

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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 Mercedes-Benz in writing of the need for its repair.

(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of

repair of the same or different substantial defects or malfunctions for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days.

Please send your written notice to: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC Customer Assistance Center 3 Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

Maintenance

Always bring the Maintenance Booklet with you when taking the vehicle to an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. Your customer service advisor will enter every service into your Maintenance Booklet on your behalf.

Roadside Assistance

The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program offers technical help in the event of a breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside Assistance Hotline are answered by our agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) (USA)

1-800-387-0100(Canada)

For additional information, refer to the Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance" section in the Service and Warranty Booklet (Canada). You will find both in the vehicle document wallet.

Change of address or change of ownership

In the event of a change of address, please send us the "Notification of Address Change" in the Service and Warranty Booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service Center (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the need arise.

If you sell your Mercedes, please leave all literature in the vehicle so that it is available to the next owner.

If you have purchased a used car, please send us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in the Service and Warranty Booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1-800-367-6372) or Customer Service (Canada) at 1-800-387-0100.

Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada

When you are abroad with your vehicle, observe the following points:

Service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available.

Lead-free fuel for vehicles with a catalytic converter may not be available. Leaded fuel can cause damage to the catalytic converter.

The fuel may have a considerably lower octane number. Unsuitable fuel can cause engine damage.

Some Mercedes-Benz models are available for delivery in Europe through our European Delivery Program. For details, consult an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to one of the following addresses.

In the USA

Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC European Delivery Department One Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada

Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. European Delivery Department 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

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Operating safety

Important safety notes

WARNING

If you do not have the prescribed service/ maintenance work or any required repairs carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.

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Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as any required repairs carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Flammable material such as leaves, grass or twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.

When driving off road or on unpaved roads, check the vehicle's underside regularly. In particular, remove parts of plants or other flammable materials which have become trapped. In the case of damage, contact a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring can impair their function and/or the function of other networked components. In particular, systems relevant to safety could also be affected. As a result, these may no longer function as intended and/or jeopardize the operating safety of the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an accident and injury.

Never tamper with the wiring as well as electronic components or their software. You should have all work to electrical and electronic equipment carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:

the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high curb or an unpaved road

you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a curb, speed bumps or a pothole in the road

a heavy object strikes the underbody or parts of the chassis

In situations like this, the body, the underbody, chassis parts, wheels or tires could be damaged without the damage being visible. Components damaged in this way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of an accident, no longer withstand the strain they are designed to.

If the underbody paneling is damaged, combustible materials such as leaves, grass or twigs can gather between the underbody and the underbody paneling. If these materials come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust system, they can catch fire.

In such situations, have the vehicle checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. If on continuing your journey you notice that driving safety is impaired, pull over and stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. In such cases, consult a qualified specialist workshop.

Declaration of conformity for wireless vehicle components

USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle com-

ply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the two following two conditions: 1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and 2) These devices must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment."

Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) These devices may not cause interference, and (2) These devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device."

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Operating safety

Diagnostics connection

The diagnostics connection is only intended for the connection of diagnostic equipment at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

If you connect equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle, it may affect the operation of vehicle systems. As a result, the operating safety of the vehicle could be affected. There is a risk of an accident.

Only connect equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle, which is approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

WARNING

Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal. The operating and road safety of the vehicle is jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.

Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter the driver's footwell. Install the floormats securely and as specified in order to ensure sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on top of one another.

If the engine is switched off and 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

An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work required on your vehicle. This is especially the case for work relevant to safety.

Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet.

Always have the following work carried out at an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:

work relevant to safety

service and maintenance work

repair work

alterations, installation work and modifications

work on electronic components

Correct use

If you remove any warning stickers, you or others could fail to recognize certain dangers. Leave warning stickers in position.

Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:

the safety notes in this manual

technical data for the vehicle

traffic rules and regulations

laws and safety standards pertaining to motor vehicles

Problems with your vehicle

If you should experience a problem with your vehicle, particularly one that you believe may affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center immediately to have the problem diagnosed and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please discuss the problem again with an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or, if necessary, contact us at one of the following addresses.

In the USA

Customer Assistance Center Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC 3 Mercedes Drive Montvale, NJ 07645-0350

In Canada

Customer Relations Department Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc. 98 Vanderhoof Avenue Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9

Reporting safety defects

USA only:

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Data stored in the vehicle

The following text is reproduced as required of all manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S. Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of

1966. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect

which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz

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USA, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may

open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590.

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov

Limited Warranty

Follow the instructions in this manual about

the proper operation of your vehicle as well as about possible vehicle damage. Damage to your vehicle that arises from culpable contraventions against these instructions is not covered either by the Mercedes-Benz Limited Warranty or by the New or Used-Vehicle Warranty.

QR codes for the rescue card

The QR codes are secured in the fuel filler flap and on the opposite side on the B-pillar. In the event of an accident, rescue services can use the QR code to quickly find the appropriate rescue card for your vehicle. The current rescue card contains the most important information about your vehicle in a compact form, e.g. the routing of the electric cables.

You can find more information under www.mercedes-benz.de/qr-code.

Data stored in the vehicle

Data storage

A wide range of electronic components in your vehicle contain data memories.

These data memories temporarily or permanently store technical information about:

the vehicle's operating state

incidents

malfunctions

In general, this technical information documents the state of a component, a module, a system or the surroundings.

These include, for example:

operating conditions of system components, e.g. fluid levels

the vehicle's status messages and those of its individual components, e.g. number of wheel revolutions/speed, deceleration in movement, lateral acceleration, accelerator pedal position

malfunctions anddefects in important system components, e.g. lights, brakes

vehicle reactions and operating conditions in special driving situations, e.g. air bag deployment, intervention of stability control systems

ambient conditions, e.g. outside temperature

This data is of an exclusively technical nature and can be used to:

assist in recognizing and rectifying malfunctions and defects

analyze vehicle functions, e.g. after an accident

optimize vehicle functions

The data cannot be used to trace the vehicle's movements.

When your vehicle is serviced, technical information can be read from the event data memory and malfunction data memory.

Services include, for example:

repair services

service processes

warranties

quality assurance

The vehicle is read out by employees of the service network (including the manufacturer) using special diagnostic testers. More detailed information is obtained from it, if required.

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Data stored in the vehicle

After a malfunction has been rectified, the information is deleted from the malfunction memory or is continually overwritten.

When operating the vehicle, situations are conceivable in which this technical data, in connection with other information (if necessary, under consultation with an authorized expert), could be traced to a person.

Examples include:

accident reports

damage to the vehicle

witness statements

Further additional functions that have been contractually agreed upon with the customer allow certain vehicle data to be conveyed by the vehicle as well. The additional functions include, for example, vehicle location in case of an emergency.

COMAND/mbrace

If the vehicle is equipped with COMAND or mbrace, additional data about the vehicle's operation, the use of the vehicle in certain situations, and the location of the vehicle may be compiled through COMAND or the mbrace system.

For additional information please refer to the COMAND User Manual or the Digital Owners Manual and/or the mbrace Terms and Conditions.

Event data recorders

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less.

The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

How various systems in your vehicle were operating

Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened

How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal and

How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g. name, gender, age and crash location)

wever, other parties, such as

are recorde

d. Ho law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

Access to the vehicle and/or the EDR is needed to read data that is recorded by an EDR, and special equipment is required. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties that have the special equipment, such as law enforcement, can read the information by accessing the vehicle or the EDR.

EDR data may be used in civil and criminal matters as a tool in accident reconstruction, accident claims and vehicle safety. Since the Crash Data Retrieval CDR tool that is used to extract data from the EDR is commercially available, Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC ("MBUSA") expressly disclaims any and all liability arising from the extraction of this information by unauthorized Mercedes-Benz personnel.

MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or, if the vehicle is leased, without the consent of the lessee. Exceptions to this representation include responses to subpoenas by law enforcement; by federal, state or local government; in connection with or arising outof litigation involv-

iaries and affiliates; or,

ing MBUSA or its

subsid

as required by law. Warning: The EDR is a component of the

Restraint System Module. Tampering with,altering, modifying or removing the EDR component may result in a malfunction of the Restraint System Module and other systems.

State laws or regulations regarding EDRs that conflict with federal regulation are pre-empted. This means that in the event of such conflict, the federal regulation governs. As of February 2013, 13 states have enacted laws relating to EDRs.

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Information on copyright

General information

Information on license for free and open-source software used in your vehicle and its electronic components is available on the following website:

http://www.mercedes-benz.com/opensource

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Cockpit

At a glance

Function Page

Steering wheel paddle shifters

;

Combination switch 105

Horn

Instrument cluster 34

DIRECT SELECT lever 128

Overhead control panel 38

Control panel for: Ü Lowering the rear seat

head restraints u Extending/retracting

the rear window roller sunblind

Moves the seat-belt extender forwards

PASSENGER AIRBAG indicator lamps

Adjusting the brightness of the instrument lighting and the multimedia system display

Climate control systems 111

132

258

Function Page

Ignition lock 121 Start/Stop button 121

Adjusts the steering wheel 98 Steering wheel heating 98

Cruise control lever 146

Electric parking brake 139

Diagnostics connection 29

Opens the hood 273

Light switch 104

Control panel for: Activating Steering Assist

and Stop&Go Pilot Switching on Active Lane

Keeping Assist Deactivating PARKTRONIC 160 Switching on the 360° cam-

era Activating Night View Assist 177 Switching on the head-up

display

153

183

171

188

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Instrument cluster

At a glance

Function Page

Speedometer Warning and indicator lamps:

! ABS å ESP®OFF ÷ ESP ü Seat belt 6 Restraint system

;

Multifunction display 188 Outside temperature display 186 Warning and indicator lamps: # Turn signal, left

L Low-beam headlamps K High-beam headlamps R Rear fog lamp T Parking lamps, license

plate lamps and instrument cluster lighting

! Turn signal, right

Tachometer 186 Warning and indicator lamps:

234

234 232

105 105 105 105

105 105

Function Page

· Distance warning ! Electric parking brake

(yellow) Electric parking brake (red) 236

F USA only ! Canada only

; Check Engine

Ð Power steering Brakes (red) 233

$ USA only J Canada only J Brakes (yellow)

Coolant temperature gauge 187 Warning and indicator lamps: ? Coolant

Fuel level indicator Warning and indicator lamps: 8 Reserve fuel level with

fuel filler flap location indicator (right)

239

236

237 241

233

237

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Multifunction steering wheel

At a glance

Function Page

Instrument cluster with multifunction display

;

Sets the brightness of the instrument cluster and the multimedia system display

Multimedia system display

DVD changer or single DVD drive

Multimedia system controller and buttons

B ~

Rejects or ends a call 195 Exits the telephone book/

redial memory

Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial mem-

ory

Adjusts the volume

Mute

Switches on the Voice Control System

188

186

Function Page

C ò

Opens the menu list

Selects a menu or submenu or scrolls through lists

Confirms a selection 187 Hides display messages 203

Back 187

Switches off the Voice Control System

187

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Multifunction steering wheel

i Additional information can be found:

on the multimedia system in the Digital Operator's Manual

on the DVD changer or single DVD drive in the Digital Operator's Manual

on the Voice Control System in the separate operating instructions

At a glance

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Center console

At a glance

Function Page

Ü Switches the multimedia system on/off

;

Adjusts the volume 243

è ECO start/stop function

Touchpad 244 Telephone keypad (see the

separate operating instructions)

É Sets the vehicle level

e Adjusts the suspension settings

Û Selects the drive pro-

gram/program selector button

Mercedes-AMG vehicles: Ñ Selects the drive pro-

gram/program selector button

243

126

158

159

131

Function Page

% Back button

T Seat adjustment button

Ø Navigation button (see Digital Operator's Manual)

$ Radio button (see Digital Operator's Manual)

£ Hazard warning lamps

Õ Media button (see Digital Operator's Manual)

% Telephone, address book and Internet button; see the Digital Operator's Manual

Ø Vehicle functions/ system settings button (see Digital Operator's Manual)

Controller 243

243

106

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Overhead control panel

At a glance

Function Page

p Switches the left-hand reading lamp on/off

;

| Switchesthe automatic interior lighting control on/off

G SOS button

c Switches the front interior lighting on/off

u Switches the rear interior lighting on/off

p Switches the righthand reading lamp on/off

ï Info call button

Eyeglasses compartment 254

3 Operates the roller sunblind for the panorama roof

108

262

108

264

Function Page

µ Operates MAGIC SKY CONTROL

Vehicles without MAGIC SKY CONTROL:

3 Operates the roller sunblind for the panorama roof

Buttons for the garage door opener

Microphone for mbrace (emergency call system), telephone and the Voice Control System; see the separate operating instructions

F Breakdown assistance call button

269

263

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Door control panel

At a glance

Function Page

s Seat ventilation

;

c Seat heating

Ò AIRSCARF

w Adjusts the frontpassenger seat from the driver's seat

r 45=

Stores settings for the seat, exterior mirrors and steering column

Adjusts the seats electrically 92

7Zª\

Adjusts and folds the exterior mirrors in/out electrically

102

100

Function Page

W Opens/closes the right side window

W Opens/closes the rear right side window

p Opens/closes the trunk lid

W Opens/closes the rear left side window

Opens the door 78

%&Unlocks/locks the vehicle

W Opens/closes the left side window

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At a glance

Rear seats

Function Page

Stowage box in the seat backrest

Coolbox 260

;

Stowage compartment in the rear seat armrest

255

Function Page

Cup holder 257

Stowage compartment in the center console

Socket 260

255

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Occupant safety

Panic alarm

To arm: press ! button : for approx- imately one second. A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed.

To disarm: press ! button : again.

Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

Press the Start/Stop button. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.

Occupant safety

Introduction to the restraint system

The restraint system can reduce the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of the vehicle's interior in the event of an accident. The restraint system can also reduce the forces to which vehicle occupants are subjected during an accident.

The restraint system comprises:

seat belt system

air bags

child restraint system

child seat securing systems

The components of the restraint system work in conjunction with each other. They can only deploy theirprotective function if, at all times, all vehicle occupants:

have fastened their seat belts correctly

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(

have adjusted their seat and head restraint properly (

Y page 91).

As the driver, you also have to make sure that the steering wheel is adjusted correctly. Observe the information relating to the correct driver's seat position (

Y page 91).

You also have to make sure that an air bag can inflate properly if deployed (

Y page 46).

An air bag supplements a correctly worn seat belt. As an additional safety device, the air bag increases the level of protection for vehicle occupants in the event of an accident. For example, if, in the event of an accident, the protection offered by the seat belt is sufficient, the air bags are not deployed. When an accident occurs, only the air bags that increase protection in that particular accident situation are deployed. However, seat belts and air bags generally do not protect against objects penetrating the vehicle from the outside.

Information on restraint system operation can be found under "Triggering of the Emergency Tensioning Devices and air bags" (

Y page 53).

For information on children traveling with you in the vehicle and on child restraint systems, see "Children in the vehicle" (

Y page 57).

Important safety notes

WARNING

Modifications to the restraint system may cause it to no longer work as intended. The restraint system may then not perform its intended protectivefunction and may fail in an accident ortrigger unexpectedly, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Never modify parts of the restraint system. Never tamper with the wiring, the electronic components or their software.

If it is necessary to modify components of the restraint system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for details. USA only: for further information contact our Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (1‑800‑367‑6372).

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use driving aids which have been approved specifically for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

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Occupant safety

Restraint system warning lamp

The functions of the restraint system are checked after the ignition is switched on and at regular intervals while the engine is running. Therefore, malfunctions can be detected in good time.

The 6 restraint system warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out no later than a few seconds after the vehicle is started. The components of the restraint system are in operational

Safety

readiness. A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint

system warning lamp:

does not light up after the ignition is switched on

does not go out after a few seconds with the engine running

lights up again while the engine is running

WARNING

If the restraint system is malfunctioning, restraint system components may be triggered unintentionally or may not deploy as intended during an accident. This can affect for example the Emergency Tensioning Device or the air bag. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Have the restraint system checked and repaired in a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.

PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamp

The indicator lamps display the status of the front-passenger front air bag.

PASSENGER AIR BAG ON lights up for 60 seconds, subsequently both indicator lamps are off (PASSENGER AIR BAG ON and OFF): the front-passenger front air bag is able to deploy in the event of an accident.

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated. It will then not be deployed in the event of an accident.

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp is off, only the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp shows the status of the front-passenger front air bag. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp may be lit continuously or be off.

Depending on the person in the front-passenger seat, the front-passenger front air bag must either be deactivated or enabled; see the following points. You must make sure of this both before and during a journey.

Children in a child restraint system:

whether the front-passenger front air bag is enabled or deactivated depends on the installed child restraint system, and the age and size of the child. Therefore, be sure to observe the notes on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" ( dren in the vehicle" (

Y page 49) and on "Chil-

Y page 57). There you

will also find instructions on rearward and forward-facing child restraint systems on the front-passenger seat.

All other persons: depending on the classification of the person in the front-passenger seat, the front-passenger front air bag is enabled or deactivated (

Y page 49). Be sure to

observe the notes on "Seat

Y page 42) and "Air bags"

belts“ (

Y page 46). There you can also find infor-

( mation on the correct seat position.

PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp : and PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp ; are part of the Occupant Classification System (OCS).

Seat belts

Introduction

Seat belts are the most effective means of restricting the movement of vehicle occupants in the event of an accident or the vehicle rolling over. This reduces the risk of vehicle occupants coming into contact with parts of the vehicle interior or being ejected from the vehicle. Furthermore, the seat belt helps to keep the vehicle

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occupant in the best position in relation to the air bag.

The seat belt system comprises:

Seat belts

Emergency Tensioning Devices and seat belt force limiters

If the seat belt is pulled by the seat belt extender quickly or with a jerky movement, the belt retractor locks. The belt strap cannot be extracted any further.

The Emergency Tensioning Device tightens the seat belt in an accident, pulling the belt close against the body. However it does not pull the vehicle occupant back in the direction of the backrest.

The Emergency Tensioning Device does not correct an incorrect seat position or the routing of an incorrectly fastened seat belt.

When triggered, a seat belt force limiter helps to reduce the force exerted by the seat belt on the vehicle occupant.

The seatbelt force limiters for the front seats are synchronized with the front air bags, which absorb part of the deceleration force. This can reduce the force exerted on the vehicle occupants during an accident.

If the front-passenger seat is unoccupied,

do not insert the belt tongue into the buckle of the front-passenger seat. This may otherwise lead to the triggering of the Emergency Tensioning Device in the event of an accident, which will then need to be replaced.

Important safety notes

The use of seat belts and child restraint systems is required by law in:

all 50 states

the U.S. territories

the District of Columbia

all Canadian provinces

Even where this is not required by law, all vehicle occupants should correctly fasten their seat belts before starting the journey.

WARNING

If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function. An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause injuries, for example, in the event of an acci-

dent or when braking or changing direction abruptly. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened correctly and are sitting properly.

WARNING

The seat belt does not offer the intended level of protection if you have not moved the backrest to an almost vertical position. When braking or in the event of an accident, you could slide underneath the seat belt and sustain abdomen or neck injuries, for example. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Adjust the seat properly before beginning your journey. Always ensure that the backrest is in an almost vertical position and that the shoulder section of your seat belt is routed across the center of your shoulder.

WARNING

Persons less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall cannot wear the seat belt correctly without an additional and suitable restraint system. If the seat belt is not worn correctly, it cannot perform its intended protective function. An incorrectly fastened seat belt can also cause injuries, for example, in the event of an accident or when braking or changing direction abruptly. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

For this reason, always secure persons under 5 ft (1.50 m) tallin suitable additional restraint systems.

If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle:

always secure the child in a child restraint system suitable for this Mercedes-Benz vehicle. The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child

always observe the instructions and safety notes on "Children in the vehicle"

Y page 57) in addition to the child restraint

(

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system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions

be sure to observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant classification system

Y page 49)

(OCS)" (

WARNING

The seat belts may not perform their intended protective function if:

they are damaged, modified, extremely dirty, bleached or dyed

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the seat belt buckle is damaged or extremely dirty

the Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt anchorages or inertia reels havebeen modified.

Seat belts may be damaged in an accident, although the damage may not be visible, e.g. due to splinters of glass. Modified or damaged seat belts may tear or fail, e.g. in an accident. Modified Emergency Tensioning Devices could accidentally trigger or fail to deploy when necessary. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Never modify the seat belts, Emergency Tensioning Devices, belt anchorages and inertia reels. Make sure that the seat belts are undamaged, not worn out and clean. Following an accident, have the seat belts checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

Only use seat belts that have been approved for your vehicle by Mercedes-Benz.

Proper use of the seat belts

Observe the safety notes on the seat belt

Y page 43).

( All vehicle occupants must be wearing the seat

belt correctly before beginning the journey. Also make sure that all vehicle occupants are always wearing the seat belt correctly while the vehicle is in motion.

When fastening the seat belt, always make sure that:

the seatbelt tongue is only inserted to the belt buckle belonging to that seat.

the seat belt is tight across your body.

Avoid wearing bulky clothing, e.g. a winter coat.

the seat belt is not twisted. Only then can the forces which occur be dis-

tributed over the area of the belt.

the shoulder section of the belt is always routed across the center of your shoulder.

The shoulder section of the belt must not come into contact with your neck or be routed under your arm.

the lap belt passes tightly and as low down as possible across your lap.

The lap belt must always be routed across your hip joints and not across your abdomen. This applies particularly to pregnant women. If necessary, push the lap belt down to your hip joint and pull it tight using the shoulder section of the belt.

the seat belt is not routed across sharp, pointed or fragile objects.

If you have such items located on or in your clothing, e.g. pens, keys or eyeglasses, store these in a suitable place.

only one person is using a seat belt at a time. Infants and children must never travel sitting

on the lap of a vehicle occupant. In the event of an accident, they could be crushed between the vehicle occupant and seat belt.

objects are never secured with a seat belt if the seat belt is also being used by one of the vehicle's occupants.

Also ensure that there are never objects between a person and the seat, e.g. cushions.

Seat belts are only intended to secure and restrain vehicle occupants. Always observe the "Loading guidelines" for securing objects, luggage or loads (

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Fastening seat belts

Observe the safety notes on the seat belt

Y page 43) and the notes on correct use of seat

(

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belts (

WARNING

If the seat-belt extender is extended during the journey, the seat belt is not fitted properly on the body. The seat belt can then no longer perform its intended protective function. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

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Always make sure that the seat-belt extender is retracted during a journey.

If the seat-belt extender does not retract automatically, you can return it manually. Press the seat-belt extender back to the stop before starting the vehicle to do so. Returning the seat-belt extender requires force.

The seat-belt extender for the driver and front passenger helps you fasten your seat belt. Seatbelt extender = is extended when the respective door is closed.

You can also extend seat-belt extender = with seat-belt extender button ?.

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

Press seat-belt extender button ?. Seat-belt extender = extends.

Seat-belt extender = is retracted again if:

the belt tongue is engaged in the seat belt buckle

the belt tongue is not engaged in the seat belt buckle within 60 seconds

In this case, you can extend seat-belt extender = again. Press seat-belt extender button ? again.

the respective door is opened

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you release the seat backrest and fold it forwards

the front-passenger seat remains unoccupied If you then press seat-belt extender but-

ton ?, seat-belt extender = will not extend.

Basic illustration

Adjust the seat (Y page 91). The seat backrest must be in an almost vertical position.

Pull the seat belt smoothly out of seat-belt extender = and engage belt tongue ; into belt buckle :. The seat belt on the driver’s seat and the front-passenger seat may be tightened automatically, see "Belt adjustment" (

If necessary, pull upwards on the shoulder section of the seat belt to tighten the belt across your body.

All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are equipped with a special seat belt retractor to securely fasten child restraint systems in the vehicle. Further information can be found under "Special seat belt retractor" (

Releasing seat belts

Make surethat the seat belt is fully rolled up.

Otherwise, the seat belt or belt tongue will be trapped in the door or in the seat mechanism. This could damage the door, the door trim panel and the seat belt. Damaged seat belts can no longer fulfill their protective function and must be replaced. Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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Press the release button in the belt buckle, hold the belt tongue firmly and guide the belt back.

Seat belt adjustment

The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of the PRE-SAFE tion adjusts the driver's and front-passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants.

The belt strap is tightened slightly when:

the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle when

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the seat-belt extender is retracted and

the ignition is switched on

The seat-belt adjustment will apply a certain retraction force if any slack is detected between the vehicle occupant and the seat belt. Do not hold on to the seat belt tightly while it is adjusting.

You can activate and deactivate the seat-belt adjustment function using the multimedia system. Information on activating and deactivating the seat-belt adjustment function can be found in the Digital Operator's Manual.

convenience function. This func-

driver or front passenger have fastened their seat belts.

If the driver or front passenger unfasten their seat belts during the journey, the seat belt warning is activated again.

Air bags

Introduction

The installation point of an air bag can be recognized by the AIR BAG symbol.

An air bag complements the correctly fastened seat belt. It is no substitute for the seat belt. The air bag provides additional protection in applicable accident situations.

Not all air bags are deployed in an accident. The different air bag systems function independently from one another (

However, no system available today can completely eliminate injuries and fatalities.

It is also not possible to rule out a risk of injury caused by an air bag due to the high speed at which the air bag must be deployed.

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Belt warning for the driver and front passenger

The 7 seat belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster is a reminder that all vehicle occupants must wear their seat belts. It may light up continuously or flash. In addition, there may be a warning tone.

Regardless of whether the driver's seat belt has already been fastened, the 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up for six seconds each time the engine is started. If, after six seconds, the driver or front-passenger seat belt has not been fastened and the doors are closed, the 7 seat belt warning lamp lights up. As soon as the driver's and front-passenger seat belts are fastened or a front door is opened again, the 7 seat belt warning lamp goes out.

If the driver's seat belt is not fastened after the engine is started, an additional warning tone will sound. The warning tone switches off after six seconds or once the driver's seat belt is fastened.

If the vehicle's speed exceeds 15 mph (25 km/h) once and the driver's and frontpassenger seat belts are not fastened, a warning tone sounds. A warning tone also sounds with increasing intensity for 60 seconds or until the

Important safety notes

WARNING

If you do not sit in the correct seat position, the air bag cannot protect as intended and could even cause additional injury when deployed. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

To avoid hazardous situations, always make sure that all of the vehicle's occupants:

have fastened their seat belts correctly, including pregnant women

are sitting correctly and maintain the greatest possible distance to the air bags

follow the following instructions

Always make sure that there are no objects between the air bag and the vehicle's occupants.

Adjust the seats properly before beginning your journey. Always make sure that the seat is in an almost upright position. The center of

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the head restraint must support the head at about eye level.

Move the driver's and front-passenger seats as far back as possible. The driver's seat position must allow the vehicle to be driven safely.

Only hold the steering wheel on the outside. This allows the air bag to be fully deployed.

Always lean against the backrest while driving. Do not lean forwards or lean against the door or side window. You may otherwise be in the deployment area of the air bags.

Always keep your feet in the footwell in front of the seat. Do not put your feet on the dashboard, for example. Your feet may otherwise be in the deployment area of the air bag.

For this reason, always secure persons less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable restraint systems. Up to this height, the seat belt cannot be worn correctly.

If a child is traveling in your vehicle, also observe the following notes:

Always secure children under twelve years of age and less than 5 ft (1.50 m) tall in suitable child restraint systems.

Child restraint systems should be installed on the rear seats.

Only secure a child in a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat when the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated. If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit, the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated

Y page 42).

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Always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant Classification System

Y page 49) and on "Children in the

(OCS)" ( vehicle" (

Y page 57) in addition to the child

restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.

Objects in the vehicle interior may prevent an air bag from functioning correctly. Before

starting your journey and to avoid risks resulting from the speed of the air bag as it deploys, make sure that:

there are no people, animals or objects between the vehicle occupants and an air bag.

Do not place any objects on the dashboard, e.g. above the front-passenger front air bag.

there are no objects between the seat, door and B-pillar.

no hard objects, e.g. coat hangers, hang on the grab handles or coat hooks.

no accessories, such as cup holders, are attached to the vehicle within the deployme area of an air bag, e.g. to doors, side windows, rear side trim or side walls.

no heavy, sharp-edged or fragileobjects are in the pockets of your clothing. Store such objects in a suitable place.

WARNING

If you modify the air bag cover or affix objects such as stickers to it, the air bag can no longer function correctly. There is an increased risk of injury.

Never modify an air bag cover or affix objects to it.

WARNING

Sensors to control the air bags are located in the doors. Modifications or work not performed correctly to the doors or door paneling, as well as damaged doors, can lead to the function ofthe sensors being impaired. The air bags might therefore not function properly anymore. Consequently, the air bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do. There is an increased risk of injury.

Never modify the doors or parts of the doors. Always have work on the doors or door paneling carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Front air bags

Do not place heavy objects on the front-

passenger seat. This could cause the system to identify the seat as being occupied. In the event of an accident, the restraint systems on the front-passenger side may be triggered and have to be replaced.

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Driver's air bag : deploys in front of the steering wheel. Front-passenger front air bag ; deploys in front of and above the glove box.

When deployed, the front air bags offer additional head and thorax protection for the occupants in the front seats.

The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp informs you about the status of the frontpassenger front air bag (

Y page 42).

The front-passenger front air bag will only deploy if:

the system, based on the OCS weight sensor readings, detects that the front-passenger seat is occupied (

Y page 49). The

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is

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not lit (

the restraint system control unit predicts a high accident severity

Knee bags

Driver's knee bag : deploys under the steering column and front-passenger knee bag ; under the glove box. The driver's and front-passenger knee bags are triggered together with the front air bags.

The driver's and front-passenger knee bags offer additional thigh, knee and lower leg protection for the occupants in the front seats.

Side impact air bags

WARNING

Unsuitable seat covers can obstruct or prevent deployment of the air bags integrated into the seats. Consequently, the air bags cannot protect vehicle occupants as they are designed to do. In addition, the operation of the occupant classification system (OCS) could be adversely affected. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

You should only use seat covers that have been approved for the respective seat by Mercedes-Benz.

Front side impact air bags : and rear side impact air bags ; deploy next to the outer bolster of the seat backrest.

When deployed, the side impact air bag offers additional thorax protection. It also offers additional pelvis protection for occupants in the front seats. However, it does not protect the:

head

neck

arms

In the event of a side impact, the side impact air bag is deployed on the side on which the impact occurs.

The side impact air bag on the front-passenger side deploys under the following conditions:

the OCS system detects that the frontpassenger seat is occupied or

the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle of the front-passenger seat

If the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle, the side impact air bag on the front-passenger side deploys if an appropriate accident situation occurs. In this case, deployment is independent

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of whether the front-passenger seat is occupied or not.

Window curtain air bags

Window curtain air bags : are integrated into the side of the roof frame and deployed in the area from the A-pillar to the C-pillar.

When deployed, the window curtain air bag enhances the level of protection for the head. However, it does not protect the chest or arms.

In the event of a side impact, the window curtain air bag is deployed on the side on which the impact occurs.

If the system determines that they can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt, a window curtain air bag may be deployed in other accident situations

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Occupant Classification System (OCS)

Introduction

The Occupant Classification System (OCS) categorizes the person in the front-passenger seat. Depending on that result, the front-passenger front air bag and front-passenger knee bag are either enabled or deactivated.

The system does not deactivate:

the side impact air bag

the window curtain air bag

the Emergency Tensioning Devices

Prerequisite

To be classified correctly, the front passenger must sit:

with the seat belt fastened correctly

in an almost upright position with their back against the seat backrest

with their feet resting on the floor, if possible

If the front passenger does not observe these conditions, OCS may produce a false classification, e.g. because the front passenger:

transfers their weight by supporting themselves on a vehicle armrest

sits in such a way that their weight is raised from the seat cushion

If it is absolutely necessary to install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the correct positioning of the child restraint system. Never place objects under or behind the child restraint system, e.g. a cushion. Fully retract the seat cushion length. The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the forward-facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the frontpassenger seat.

The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly.

Only then can OCS be guaranteed to function correctly. Alwaysobserve the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.

Occupant Classification System operation (OCS)

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PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp

;

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp

The indicator lamps inform you whether the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated or enabled.

Press the Start/Stop button once or twice, or turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. The system carries out self-diagnostics.

The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps must light up simultaneously for approximately six seconds.

The indicator lamps display the status of the front-passenger front air bag.

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF lights up: the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated. It will then not be deployed in the event of an accident.

If the status of the front-passenger front air bag changes while the vehicle is in motion, an air bag display message appears in the instrument clus-

Y page 213). When the front-passenger

ter ( seat is occupied, always pay attention to the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp. Be aware of the status of the front-passenger front air bag both before and during the journey.

WARNING

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit, the front-passenger front air bag is

disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of an accident and cannot perform its intended protective function. A person in the frontpassenger seat could then, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

When the front-passenger seat is occupied, always ensure that:

the classification of the person in the frontpassenger seat is correct and the frontpassenger front air bag is enabled or disabled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat

the front-passenger seat has been moved back as far back as possible.

the person is seated correctly.

Make sure, both before and during the journey, that the status of the front-passenger front air bag is correct.

WARNING

If you secure a child in a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat and the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off, the front-passenger front air bag may deploy in the event of an accident. The child could be struck by the air bag. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Make sure that the front-passenger front air bag has been disabled. The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must be lit.

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp stays off, do not install a rearward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat. You can find more information on OCS under "Problems with the Occupant Classification System" (

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WARNING

If you secure a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat and you position the front-passenger seat too close to the dashboard, in the event of an accident, the child could:

come into contact with the vehicle's interior if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit, for example

be struck by the air bag if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off

This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Always move the front-passenger seat as far back as possible and fully retract the seat cushion length. Always make sure that the shoulder belt strap is correctly routed from the vehicle belt outlet to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint system. The shoulder belt strap must be routed forwards and downwards from the vehicle belt outlet. If necessary, adjust the vehicle belt outlet and the front-passenger seat accordingly. Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

If OCS determines that:

the front-passenger seat is unoccupied, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up after the system self-test and remains lit. This indicates that the frontpassenger front air bag is deactivated.

the front-passenger seat is occupied by a child of up to twelve months old, in a standard child restraint system, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up after the system self-test and remains lit. This indicates that the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated.

But even in the case of a twelve-month-old child, in a standard child restraint system, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp can go out after the system self-test. This indicates that the front-passenger front air bag is activated. The result of the classification is dependent on, among other factors, the child restraint system and the child's stature. It is recommended tha

t you install the child

restraint system on a suitable rear seat.

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the front-passenger seat is occupied by a person of smaller stature (e.g. a teenager or small adult), the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up and remains lit after the system self-test depending on the result of the classification or, alternatively,goes out.

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off, move the front-passenger seat as far back as possible. Alternatively, a person of smaller stature can sit on a rear seat.

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is lit, a person of smaller stature should not use the front-passenger seat.

the front-passenger seat is occupied by an adult or a person of adult stature, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp goes out after the system self-test. This indicates that the front-passenger front air bag is activated.

If children are traveling in the vehicle, be sure to observe the notes on "Children in the vehicle"

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( When the occupant classification system (OCS)

is malfunctioning, the red 6 restraint system warning lamp in the instrument cluster and the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp light up simultaneously. The front-passenger front air bag is deactivated in this case and does not deploy during an accident. Have the Occupant Classification System (OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.

If the front-passenger seat, the seat cover or the seat cushion are damaged, have the necessary repair work carried out at a qualified specialist workshop. Mercedes-Benz recommends that you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center for this purpose.

For safety reasons, Mercedes-Benz recommends that you only use seat accessories that have been approved by

If the driver's a

ir bag deploys, this does not mean that the front-passenger front air bag will also deploy. The Occupant Classification System (OCS) categorizes the occupant in the frontpassenger seat. Depending on that result, the front-passenger front air bag is either enabled or deactivated.

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System self-test

DANGER

If both the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF and PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamps do not light up during the system self-test, the system is malfunctioning. The frontpassenger front air bag might be triggered unintentionally or might not be triggered at all in the event of an accident with high deceleration. This poses an increased risk of injury or

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even fatal injury.

In this case the front-passenger seat may not be used. Do not install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat. Have the Occupant Classification System (OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit after the system self-test, the front-passenger front air bag is disabled. It will not be deployed in the event of an accident. In this case, the front-passenger front air bag cannot perform its intended protective function, e.g. when a person is seated in the frontpassenger seat.

That person could, for example, come into contact with the vehicle's interior, especially if the person is sitting too close to the dashboard. This poses an increasedrisk of injury or even fatal injury.

When the front-passenger seat is occupied, always ensure that:

the classification of the person in the frontpassenger seat is correct and the frontpassenger front air bag is enabled or disabled in accordance with the person in the front-passenger seat

the person is seated properly with a correctly fastened seatbelt

the front-passenger seat has been moved as far back as possible

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit when it should not, the frontpassenger seat may not be used. Do not install a child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat. Have the Occupant Classification System (OCS) checked and repaired immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

WARNING

Objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system could affect OCS operation. This could result in the front-passenger air bag not functioning as intended during an accident. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Do not place any objects between the seat surface and the child restraint system. The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the frontpassenger seat. The backrest of the forwardfacing child restraint system must, as far as possible, be resting on the backrest of the front-passenger seat. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

After the system self-test, the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF or PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp displays the status of the front-passenger front air bag ( front air bag is enabled, the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp lights up for 60 seconds and then goes out.

For more information about the OCS, see "Problems with the Occupant Classification System"

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Be sure to observe the notes on "System self-test" (Y page 52).

Problem

The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp lights up and remains lit, even though the frontpassenger seat is occupied by an adult or a person of a stature corresponding to that of an adult.

The PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp does not light up and/or does not stay on.

The front-passenger seat is:

unoccupied

occupied with the weight of a child up to twelve months old in a child restraint system

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The classification of the person on the front-passenger seat is incorrect.

Make sure the conditions for a correct classification of the person on the front-passenger seat are met (

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains lit, the frontpassenger seat may not be used.

Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized MercedesBenz Center.

OCS is malfunctioning.

Make sure there is nothing between the seat cushion and the child seat.

Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the forward-facing child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the front-passenger seat. If necessary, adjust the position of the front-passenger seat.

Make sure that the seat cushion length is fully retracted.

When installing the child restraint system, make sure that the seat belt is tight. Do not pull the seat belt tight using the front-passenger seat adjustment. This could result in the seat belt and the child restraint system being pulled too tightly.

Check for correct installation of the child restraint system. Make sure that the head restraint does not apply a load to the child

restraint system. If necessary, adjust the head restraint accordingly.

Make sure that no objects are applying additional weight onto the seat.

If the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp remains off and/or the PASSENGER AIR BAG ON indicator lamp lights up, do not install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat. It is recommended that you install the child restraint system on a suitable rear seat.

Have OCS checked as soon as possible at an authorized MercedesBenz Center.

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Deployment of Emergency Tensioning Devices and air bags

Important safety notes

WARNING

The air bag parts are hot after an air bag has been deployed. There is a risk of injury.

Do not touch the air bag parts. Have a deployed air bag replaced at a qualified specialist workshop as soon as possible.

WARNING

A deployed air bag no longer offers any protection and cannot provide the intended pro-

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tection in an accident. There is an increased risk of injury.

Have the vehicle towed to a qualified specialist workshop in order to have a deployed air bag replaced.

It is important for your safety and that of your passenger to have deployed air bags replaced and to have any malfunctioning air bags repaired. This will help to make sure the air bags continue to perform their protective function for

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the vehicle occupants in the event of a crash.

WARNING

Emergency Tensioning Devices that have deployed pyrotechnically are no longer operational and are unable to perform their intended protective function. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Have pyrotechnically triggered Emergency Tensioning Devices replaced immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

An electric motor is used by PRE-SAFE

ger the tightening of the seat belt in hazardous situations. This procedure is reversible.

If Emergency Tensioning Devices are triggered or air bags are deployed, you will hear a bang, and a small amount of powder may also be released. The 6 restraint system warning lamp lights up.

Only in rare cases will the bang affect your hearing. The powder that is released generally does not constitute a health hazard, but it may cause short-term breathing difficulties in people with asthma or other respiratory problems. Provided it is safe to do so, you should leave the vehicle immediately or open the window in order to prevent breathing difficulties.

Air bags and pyrotechnic Emergency Tensioning

erchlorate material,

Devices (ETDs) conta

in p which may require special handling and regard for the environment. National guidelines must be observed during disposal. In California, see

www.dtsc.ca.gov/HazardousWaste/ Perchlorate/index.cfm.

to trig-

Method of operation

During the first stage of a collision, the restraint system control unit evaluates important physical data relating to vehicle deceleration or acceleration, such as:

duration

direction

intensity

Based on the evaluation of this data, the restraint system control unit triggers the Emergency Tensioning Devices during a frontal or rear collision.

An Emergency Tensioning Device can only be triggered, if:

the ignition is switched on

the components of the restraint system are operational. You can find further information under: "Restraint system warning lamp"

Y page 42)

(

the belt tongue is engaged in the buckle on the respective front-passenger seat

The Emergency Tensioning Devices in the rear compartment are triggered independently of the lock status of the seat belts.

If the restraint system control unit detects a more severe accident, further components of the restraint system are activated independently of each other in certain frontal collision situations:

Front air bags as well as driver's and frontpassenger knee bags

Window curtain air bag, if the system determines that deployment can offer additional

on to th

protecti

The front-passenger front air bag is activated or deactivated depending on the person on the front-passenger seat. The front-passenger front air bag can only deploy in an accident if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is off. Observe the information on the PASSENGER AIR BAG indicator lamps (

Your vehicle has two-stage front air bags. During the first deployment stage, the front air bag is filled with propellant gas to reduce the risk of injuries. The front air bag is fully deployed with the maximum amount of propellant gas if a second deployment threshold is reached within a few milliseconds.

The activation threshold of the Emergency Tensioning Devices and the air bag are determined by evaluating the rate of vehicle deceleration or

at provided by the seat belt

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acceleration which occurs at various points in the vehicle. This process is pre-emptive in nature. Deployment should take place in good time at the start of the collision.

The rate of vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the direction of the force are essentially determined by:

the distribution of forces during the collision

the collision angle

the deformation characteristics of the vehicle

the characteristics of the object with which the vehicle has collided

Factors which can only be seen and measured after a collision has occurred do not play a decisive role in the deployment of an air bag. Nor do they provide an indication of air bag deployment.

The vehicle can be deformed considerably, without an air bag being deployed. This is the case if only parts which are relatively easily deformed are affected and the rate of deceleration is not high. Conversely, air bags may be deployed even though the vehicle suffers only minor deformation. This is the case if, for example, very rigid vehicle parts such as longitudinal body members are hit, and sufficient deceleration occurs as a result.

If the restraint system control unit detects a side impact or if the vehicle rolls over, the applicable components of the restraint system are activated independently of each other dependin

he apparent type of accident.

Side impact air bags on the side of impact,

g on

independently of the Emergency Tensioning Device and the use of the seat belt on the driver's seat and in the rear compartment seats

The side impact air bag on the frontpassenger side deploys under the following conditions:

the OCS system detects that the frontpassenger seat is occupied or

the belt tongue is engaged in the belt buckle of the front-passenger seat

Window curtain air bag on the side of impact, independently of the use of the seat belt and independently of whether the frontpassenger seat is occupied

Emergency Tensioning Devices, if the system determines that deployment can offer additional protection in this situation

Window curtain air bags on the driver's and front-passenger side in certain situations when the vehicle rolls over, if the system determines that deployment can offer additional protection to that provided by the seat belt

Not all air bags are deployed in an accident.

The different air bag systems work independently of each other.

How the air bag system works is determined by the severity of the accident detected, especially the vehicle deceleration or acceleration and the apparent type of accident:

Frontal collision

Side impact

Rollover

PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occupant protection system)

Introduction

In certain hazardous situations, PRE-SAFE takes pre-emptive measures to protect the vehicle occupants.

Important safety notes

Make sure that there are no objects in the

footwell or behind the seats. There is a danger that the seats and/or objects could be damaged when PRE-SAFE

Despite your vehicle being equipped with the PRE-SAFE

system, the possibility of personal injuries occurring as a result of an accident cannot be eliminated. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.

is activated.

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Function

PRE-SAFE®intervenes:

in emergency braking situations, e.g. when BAS is activated

in critical driving situations, e.g. when physical limits are exceeded and the vehicle understeers or oversteers severely

vehicles with the Driving Assistance package: when a driver assistance system intervenes powerfully or the radar sensor system detects an imminent danger of collision in certain sit-

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uations

PRE-SAFE

takes the following measures

depending on the hazardous situation detected:

the front seat belts are pre-tensioned.

if the vehicle skids, the front side windows are closed.

the front-passenger seat is adjusted if it is in an unfavorable position.

vehicles with a multicontour seat: the air pressure in the side bolsters of the seat backrest is increased.

If the hazardous situation passes without resulting in an accident, PRE-SAFE

slackens the belt pre-tensioning. On vehicles with multicontour seats, the air pressure in the side bolsters is reduced again. All settings made by PRE-SAFE can then be reversed.

If the seat belt pre-tensioning is not reduced:

Move the seat backrest or seat back slightly when the vehicle is stationary.

ens

The seat belt pre-t

ioning is reduced and

the locking mechanism is released.

The seat-belt adjustment is an integral part of the PRE-SAFE

convenience function. Information about the convenience function can be found under "Belt adjustment" (

Y page 46).

PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory occupant protection system PLUS)

Introduction

uations, PRE-SAFE

PLUS takes pre-emptive

measures to protect the vehicle occupants.

Important safety notes

The intervention of PRE-SAFE®PLUS cannot prevent an imminent collision.

The driver is not warned when PRE-SAFE intervenes.

PRE-SAFE

PLUS does not intervene if the vehi-

cle is backing up. When driving, or when parking or exiting a park-

ing space with assistance from Active Parking Assist, PRE-SAFE

PLUS will not apply the

brakes.

Function

PRE-SAFE®PLUS intervenes in certain situations if the radar sensor system detects an imminent head-on or rear-end collision.

PRE-SAFE depending on the hazardous situation detected:

The PRE-SAFE celed:

If the hazardous situation passes without resulting in an accident, the original settings are restored.

PLUS takes the following measures

if the radar sensor system detects that a head-on collision is imminent, the seat belts are pre-tensioned.

if the radar sensor system detects that a rearend collision is imminent:

the brake pressure is increased if the driver applies the brakes when the vehicle is stationary.

the seat belts are pre-tensioned.

PLUS braking application is can-

if the accelerator pedal is depressed when a gear is engaged

if the risk of a collision passes or is no longer detected

if DISTRONIC PLUS indicates an intention to pull away

PLUS

PRE-SAFE®PLUS is only available in vehicles with the Driving Assistance package.

Using the radar sensor system, PRE-SAFE

PLUS is able to detect that a head-on or rear-end collision is imminent. In certain hazardous sit-

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Automatic measures after an accident

Immediately after an accident, the following measures are implemented, depending on the type and severity of the impact:

the hazard warning lamps are activated

the emergency lighting is activated

the vehicle doors are unlocked

the front side windows are lowered

the electrically adjustable steering wheel is raised

the engine is switched off and the fuel supply is cut off

vehicles with mbrace: automatic emergency call

Children in the vehicle

Important safety notes

Accident statistics show that children secured in the rear seats are safer than children secured in the front-passenger seat. For this reason, Mercedes-Benz strongly advises that you install a child restraint system on a rear seat. Children are generally better protected there.

If a child younger than twelve years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height is traveling in the vehicle:

always secure the child in a child restraint system suitable for Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The child restraint system must be appropriate to the age, weight and size of the child

be sure to observe the instructions and safety notes in this section in addition to the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions

be sure to observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant classification system

Y page 49)

(OCS)" (

WARNING

If you leave children unsupervised in the vehicle, they could set it in motion by, for example:

release the parking brake.

shift the automatic transmission out of the parking position P.

start the engine.

In addition, they may operate vehicle equipment and become trapped. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

WARNING

If persons, particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or cold, there is a risk of injury, possibly even fatal. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

WARNING

If the child restraint system is subjected to direct sunlight, parts may get very hot. Children may burn themselves on these parts, particularly on the metal parts of the child restraint system. There is a risk of injury.

If you leave the vehicle, taking the child with you, always ensure that the child restraint system is not exposed to direct sunlight. Protect it with a blanket, for example. If the child restraint system has been exposed to direct sunlight, let it cool down before securing the child in it. Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.

Always ensure that all vehicle occupants have their seat belts fastened correctly and aresitting properly. Particular attention must be paid to children.

Observe the safety notes on the seat belt (

Y page 43)and the notes on correct use of seat

Y page 44).

belts ( A booster seat may be necessary to achieve

proper seat belt positioning for children over 41 lbs(18 kg) until they reach a height where a three-point seat belt can be properly fastened without a booster seat.

Special seat belt retractor

WARNING

If the seat belt is released while driving, the child restraint system will no longer be

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secured properly. The special seat belt retractor is disabled and the inertia real draws in a portion of the seat belt. The seat belt cannot be immediately refastened. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

Stop the vehicle immediately, paying attention to road and traffic conditions. Reactivate the special seat belt retractor and secure the child restraint system properly.

All seat belts except the driver's seat belt are

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equipped with a special seat belt retractor. When activated, the special seat belt retractor ensures that the seat belt will not slacken once the child restraint system has been secured.

Installing a child restraint system:

Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

Pull the front seat belt smoothly out of the seat-belt extender and the rear seat belt out of the belt outlet.

Engage the seat belt tonguein the belt buckle.

Activating the special seat belt retractor:

Pull the seat belt out fully and let the inertia reel retract it again. While the seat belt is retracting, you should hear a ratcheting sound. The special seat belt retractor is activated.

Push the child seat restraint system down so that the seat belt is tight and does not loosen.

Removing a child restraint system and deactivating the special seat belt retractor:

Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

Press the release button of the belt buckle, hold the belt tongue firmly and guide it back to the seat-belt extender in the front and the belt outlet in the rear. The special seat belt retractor is deactivated.

Child restraint system

The use of seat belts and child restraint systems is required by law in:

all 50 states

the U.S. territories

the District of Columbia

all Canadian provinces

You can obtain further information about the correct child restraint system from any authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.

WARNING

If the child restraint system is installed incorrectly on a suitable seat, it cannot protect as intended. The child cannot then be restrained in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden changes of direction. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

Make sure that you observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions and the notes on use. Please ensure, that the base of the child restraint system is always resting completely on the seat cushion. Never place objects, e.g. cushions, under or behind the child restraint system. Only use child restraint systems with the original cover designed for them. Only replace damaged covers with genuine covers.

WARNING

If the child restraint system is installed incorrectly or is not secured, it can come loose in the event of an accident, heavy braking or a sudden change in direction. The child restraint system could be thrown about, striking vehicle occupants. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

Always install child restraint systems properly, even if they are not being used. Make sure that you observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions.

You will find further information on stowing objects, luggage or loads under "Loading guidelines" (

Y page 253).

WARNING

Child restraint systems or their securing systems which have been damaged or subjected to a load in an accident can no longer protect as intended. The child cannot then be restrained in the event of an accident, heavy braking or sudden changes of direction. There is an increased risk of injury, possibly even fatal.

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Replace child restraint systems which have been damaged or subjected to a load in an accident as soon as possible. Have the securing systems on the child restraint system checked at a qualified specialist workshop, before you install a child restraint system again.

The securing systems of child restraint systems are:

the seat belt system

the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings

the Top Tether anchorages

If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on the front-passenger seat, be sure to observe the information on the "Occupant Classification System (OCS)" (

Y page 49). There you will also

find information on deactivating the frontpassenger front air bag.

All child restraint systems must meet the following standards:

U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210.2

Confirmation that the child restraint system corresponds to the standards can be found on an instruction label on the child restraint system. This confirmation can also be found in the installation instructions that are included with the child restraint system.

Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte-

ild re

rior and on the ch

straint system.

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat securing system

WARNING

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems do not offer sufficient protective effect for children whose weight is greater than 48 lbs (22 kg) who are secured using the safety belt integrated in the child restraint system. In the event of an accident, a child might not be restrained correctly. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

If the child weighs more than 48 lbs (22 kg), only use LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint

systems with which the child is also secured with the vehicle seat belt. Also secure the child restraint system with the Top Tether belt, if available.

Always comply with the manufacturer's installation and operating instructions for the child restraint system used.

Before every trip, make sure that the LATCHtype (ISOFIX) child restraint system is engaged correctly in both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings

LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings ; on the rear seats are covered by folding upholstered lining = with Velcro fastening.

Fold upholstered lining = upwards.

Turn support : by 90°. Upholstered lining = remains folded upwards.

Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system on both LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings ;.

After you have removed the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system, you must turn support : on upholstered lining = by 90° again. Then fold upholstery lining = down.

ISOFIX is a standardized securing system for specially designed child restraint systems on the rear seats. LATCH-type (ISOFIX) securing rings ; for two LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint systems are installed on the left and right rear seats.

Non-LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seats may also be used and can be installed using the vehicle's seat belt system. Install the child seat according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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Top Tether

Introduction

Top Tether provides an additional connection between the child restraint system secured with a LATCH-type (ISOFIX) system and the vehicle. This helps reduce the risk of injury even further. If the child restraint system is equipped with a Top Tether belt, this should always be used.

Top Tether anchorages

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The Top Tether anchorage points are installed in the rear compartment behind the head restraints on the parcel shelf.

Move head restraint : upwards (

Y page 94).

Fold up cover ; of Top Tether anchorage =.

Install the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child restraint system with Top Tether. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.

Route Top Tether belt A under head restraint : between the two head restraint bars.

Hook Top Tether hook ? of Top Tether belt A into Top Tether anchorage =.

Make sure that Top Tether belt A is not twisted.

Tension Top Tether belt A. Always comply with the child restraint system manufacturer's installation instructions when doing so.

Fold down cover ; of Top Tether anchorage =.

If necessary, move head restraint : back down again slightly (

Y page 94). Make sure

that you do not interfere with the correct routing of Top Tether belt A.

Child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat

General notes

If it is absolutely necessary to install a child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, always observe the instructions and safety notes on the "Occupant Classification System

Y page 49).

(OCS)" ( You can thus avoid the risks that could arise as

a result of:

an incorrectly categorized person in the frontpassenger seat

the unintentional deactivation of the frontpassenger front air bag

the unsuitable positioning of the child restraint system, e.g. too close to the dashboard

Rearward-facing child restraint system

If it is absolutely necessary to install a rearwardfacing child restraint system on the frontpassenger seat, always make sure that the front-passenger front air bag is deactivated. Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is permanently lit ( passenger front air bag deactivated.

Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.

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Forward-facing child restraint system

If you secure a child in a forward-facing child restraint system on the front-passenger seat, always move the front-passenger seat as far back as possible. Fully retract the seat cushion length. The entire base of the child restraint system must always rest on the seat cushion of the front-passenger seat. The backrest of the child restraint system must lie as flat as possible against the backrest of the front-passenger seat. The child restraint system must not touch the roof or be subjected to a load by the head restraint. Adjust the angle of the seat backrest and the head restraint position accordingly. Always make sure that the shoulder belt strap is correctly routed from the seat-belt extender of the front-passenger seat to the shoulder belt guide on the child restraint system. The shoulder belt strap must be routed forwards from the retracted seat-belt extender for the frontpassenger seat.

Always observe the child restraint system manufacturer's installation and operating instructions.

Pets in the vehicle

WARNING

If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they could press buttons or switches, for example.

As a result, they could:

activate vehicle equipment and become trapped, for example

activate or deactivate systems, thereby endangering other road users

Unsecured animals could also be flung around the vehicle in the event of an accident or sudden steering or braking, thereby injuring vehicle occupants. There is a risk of an accident and injury.

Never leave animals unattended in the vehicle. Always secure animals properly during the journey, e.g. use a suitable animal transport box.

Driving safety systems

Overview of driving safety systems

In this section, you will find information about the following driving safety systems:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) (

Y page 62)

BAS (Brake Assist System) (Y page 62)

BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist (

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS

Y page 64)

(

ESP®(Electronic Stability Program) (

Y page 66)

EBD (Electronic Brake force Distribution) (

Y page 68)

ADAPTIVE BRAKE (Y page 68)

PRE-SAFE®Brake (Y page 68)

STEER CONTROL (Y page 70)

Y page 62)

Important safety notes

If you fail to adapt your driving style or if you are inattentive, the driving safety systems can neither reduce the risk of an accident nor override the laws of physics. Driving safety systems are merely aids designed to assist driving. You are responsible for maintaining the distance to the vehicle in front, for vehicle speed, for braking in good time, and for staying in lane. Always adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front. Drive carefully.

The driving safety systems described only work as effectively as possible when there is adequate contact between the tires and the road surface. Pay particular attention to the information regarding tires, recommended minimum tire tread depths etc. in the "Wheels and tires" section (

In wintry driving conditions, always use winter tires (M+S tires)and if necessary, snow chains. Only in this way will the driving safety systems described in this section work as effectively as possible.

Y page 303).

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ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)

General information

ABS regulates brake pressure in such a way that the wheels do not lock when you brake. This allows you to continue steeringthe vehicle when braking.

The ! ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the ignition is switched on. It goes out when the engine is running.

ABS works from a speed of about 5 mph

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(8 km/h),regardless of road-surface conditions. ABS works on slippery surfaces, even when you only brake gently.

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

WARNING

If ABS is faulty, the wheels could lock when braking. The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely impaired. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. There is an increased danger of skidding and accidents.

Drive on carefully. Have ABS checked immediately at a qualified specialist workshop.

BAS (Brake Assist System)

General information

BAS operates in emergency braking situations. If you depress the brake pedal quickly, BAS automatically boosts the braking force, thus shortening the stopping distance.

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

WARNING

If BAS is malfunctioning, the braking distance in an emergency braking situation is increased. There is a risk of an accident.

In an emergency braking situation, depress the brake pedal with full force. ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

Brakes

Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed until the emergency braking situation is over. ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

The brakes will function as usual once you release the brake pedal. BAS is deactivated.

When ABS is malfunctioning, other systems, including driving safety systems, will also become inoperative. Observe the information on the ABS warning lamp ( play messages which may be shown in the instrument cluster (

Y page 234) and dis-

Y page 204).

Braking

If ABS intervenes: continue to depress the brake pedal vigorously until the braking situation is over.

To make a full brake application: depress the brake pedal with full force.

If ABS intervenes when braking, you will feel a pulsing in the brake pedal.

The pulsating brake pedal can be an indication of hazardous road conditions, and functions as a reminder to take extra care while driving.

BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist

General information

BAS PLUS can help you to minimize the risk of a collision with a vehicle or a pedestrian and reduce the effects of such a collision. If BAS PLUS detects a danger of collision, you are assisted when braking.

Pay attention to the important safety notes

in the "Driving safety systems" section

Y page 61).

(

BAS PLUS is only available in vehicles with the Driving Assistance Plus package.

For BAS PLUS to assist you when driving, the radar sensor system and the camera system must be operational.

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With the help of a sensor system and a camera system, BAS PLUS can detect obstacles:

that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time

that cross the path of your vehicle

In addition, pedestrians in the path of your vehicle can be detected.

BAS PLUS detects pedestrians by using typical characteristics such as the body contours and posture of a person standing upright.

If the radar sensor system or the camera system is malfunctioning, BAS PLUS functions are restricted or no longer available. The brake system is still available with complete brake boosting effect and BAS.

Observe the restrictions described in the

"Important safety notes" section

Y page 63).

(

Important safety notes

WARNING

BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic situations.

In such cases, BAS PLUS may:

intervene unnecessarily

not intervene

There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake. Terminate the intervention in a non-critical driving situation.

WARNING

BAS PLUS cannot always clearly identify people, this is especially the case if they are moving. BAS PLUS cannot intervene in these cases. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

WARNING

BAS PLUS does not react:

to small people, e.g. children

to animals

to oncoming vehicles

when cornering

As a result, BAS PLUS may not intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

In the event of snowfall or heavy rain, the recognition can be impaired.

Recognition by the radar sensor system is also impaired if:

there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors

there is interference by other radar sources

there are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages

a narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a motorbike

a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line

vehicles quickly move into the radar sensor system detection range

Recognition by the camera system is also impaired in the event of:

dirt on the camera or if the camera is covered

glare on the camera system, e.g. from the sun being low in the sky

darkness

or if:

pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path of the vehicle

the camera system no longer recognizes a pedestrian as a person due to special clothing or other objects

a pedestrian is concealed by other objects

the typical outline of a person is not distinguishable from the background

Following damageto the front end of the vehicle, have the configuration and operation of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop. This also applies to collisions at slow speeds where there is no visible damage to the front of the vehicle.

Following damage to the windshield, have the configuration and operation of the camera system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

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Function

To avoid a collision, BAS PLUS calculates the brake force necessary if:

you approach an obstacle, and

BAS PLUS has detected a risk of collision

When driving at a speed under20 mph(30 km/h): if you depress the

brake pedal, BAS PLUS is activated. The increase in brake pressure will be carried out at the last possible moment.

When driving at a speed

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above20 mph(30 km/h): if you depress the

brake pedal sharply, BAS PLUS automatically raises the brake pressure to a value adapted to the traffic situation.

BAS PLUS provides braking assistance in hazardous situations with vehicles in front within a speed range between 4 mph (7 km/h) and 155 mph (250 km/h).

At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), BAS PLUS can react to:

stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, e.g. stopped or parked vehicles

pedestrians in the path of your vehicle

obstacles crossing your path, which move in the detection range of the sensors and are recognized by them

If BAS PLUS demands particularly high brak-

ing force, preventative passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE neously (

Keep the brake pedal depressed until the

Y page 55).

emergency b ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

BAS PLUS is deactivated and the brakes function as usual, if:

you release the brake pedal.

there is no longer a risk of collision.

no obstacle is detected in front of your vehicle.

you depress the accelerator pedal.

you activate kickdown.

) are activated simulta-

raking situation is over.

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS

General information

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS consists of a distance warning function with an autonomous braking function and Adaptive Brake Assist.

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS can help you to minimize the risk of a front-end collision with a vehicle ahead or reduce the effects of such a collision.

If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS detects that there is a risk of a collision, you will be warnedvisually and acoustically. If youdo not react to the visual and audible collision warning, autonomous braking can be initiated in critical situations. If you apply the brake yourself in a critical situation, the COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS adaptive Brake Assist assists you.

Important safety notes

In particular, the detection of obstacles can be impaired if:

there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors

there is snow or heavy rain

there is interference by other radar sources

there are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages

a narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a motorbike

a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line

the vehicle is new or after a service on the COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS system

Observe the notes in the section on breaking-

Y page 120).

in (

Following damage to the front end of the vehicle, have the configuration and operation of the radar sensor checked at a qualified specialist workshop. This also applies to collisions at slow speeds where there is no visible damage to the front of the vehicle.

Activating/deactivating

The COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is automatically active after switching on the ignition.

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You can activate or deactivate COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS in the on-board com-

Y page 198). When deactivated, the dis-

puter ( tance warning function and the autonomous braking function are also deactivated.

If COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS is deactivated, the æ symbol appears in the assistance graphics display.

Distance warning function

General information

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

tion for driving safety systems (

Y page 61).

The distance warning function can help you to minimize the risk of a front-end collision with a vehicle ahead or reduce the effects of such a collision.

With the help of the radar sensor system, the distance warning function can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time.

If the distance warning function detects that there is a risk of a collision, you will be warned visually and acoustically.

Starting at a speed of approximately 4 mph (7 km/h), the distance warning function warns you if you rapidly approach a vehicle in front. An intermittent warning tone will then sound, and the · distance warning lamp will light up in the instrument cluster.

Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), the distance warning function can also react to stationary obstacles, such as stopped or parked vehicles.

Important safety notes

WARNING

The distance warning function does not react:

to people or animals

to oncoming vehicles

to crossing traffic

when cornering

Thus, the distance warning function cannot provide a warning in all critical situations. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

WARNING

The distance warning function cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic situations.

In such cases, the distance warning function may:

give an unnecessary warning

not give a warning

There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and do not rely solely on the distance warning function.

Brake immediately in order to increase the distance from the vehicle in front.

Take evasive action, provided it is safe to do so.

Due to the nature of the system, particularly complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause the system to display a warning.

Autonomous braking function

If the driver does not react to the distance warning signal in a critical situation, COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST PLUS can assist with the autonomous braking function.

The autonomous braking function is available in the following speed ranges:

from 4 mph (7 km/h) to approx. 65 mph (105 km/h) for moving objects

from 4 mph (7 km/h) to approx. 31 mph (50 km/h) for stationary objects

Due to the nature of the system, particularly complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause the Autonomous Braking Function to intervene.

If the autonomous braking function requires a particularly high braking force, preventative passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE are activated simultaneously (

Y page 55).

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Adaptive Brake Assist

General information

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

With the help of adaptive Brake Assist, the distance warning signal can detect obstacles that are in the path of your vehicle for an extended period of time.

If adaptive Brake Assist detects a risk of collision with the vehicle in front, it calculates the

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braking force necessary to avoid a collision. If you apply the brakes forcefully, adaptive Brake Assist will automatically increase the braking force to a level suitable for the traffic conditions.

Adaptive Brake Assist provides braking assistance in hazardous situations at speeds above 4 mph (7 km/h). It uses radar sensor technology to assess the traffic situation.

Up to a speed of approximately 155 mph (250 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist is capable of reacting to moving objects that have already been detected as such at least once over the period of observation.

Up to a speed of approximately 44 mph (70 km/h), Adaptive Brake Assist reacts to stationary obstacles.

If adaptive Brake Assist demands particularly high braking force, preventative passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE simultaneously (

Keep the brake pedal depressed until the

Y page 55).

) are activated

emergency braking situation is over. ABS prevents the wheels from locking.

The brakes will work normally again if:

you release the brake pedal.

there is no longer any danger of a collision.

no obstacle is detected in front of your vehicle.

Adaptive Brake Assist is then deactivated.

Important safety notes

WARNING

Adaptive Brake Assist cannot always clearly identify objects and complex traffic situations.

In such cases, Adaptive Brake Assist can:

intervene unnecessarily

not intervene

There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake. Terminate the intervention in a non-critical driving situation.

WARNING

Adaptive Brake Assist does not react:

to people or animals

to oncoming vehicles

to crossing traffic

when cornering

As a result, the Adaptive Brake Assist may not intervene in all critical conditions. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

Due to the nature of the system, particularly complicated but non-critical driving conditions may also cause Brake Assist to intervene.

If adaptive Brake Assist is not available due to a malfunction in the radar sensor system, the brake system remains available with full brake boosting effect and BAS.

ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)

General notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

ESP

monitors driving stability and traction, i.e. power transmission between the tires and the road surface.

detects that the vehicle is deviating from

If ESP the direction desired by the driver, one or more wheels are braked to stabilize the vehicle. The engine output is also modified to keep the vehicle on the desired course within physical limits.

assists the driver when pulling away on

ESP wet or slippery roads. ESP

can also stabilize

the vehicle during braking.

ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

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Driving safety systems

ETS traction control is part of ESP®. On vehicles with 4MATIC, 4ETS is part of ESP

Traction control brakes the drive wheels individually if they spin. This enables you to pull away and accelerate on slippery surfaces, for example if the road surface is slippery on one side. In addition, more drive torque is transferred to the wheel or wheels with traction.

Traction control remains active, even if you deactivate ESP

Important safety notes

WARNING

If ESP

is malfunctioning, ESP®is unable to stabilize the vehicle. Additionally, further driving safety systems are deactivated. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident.

Drive on carefully. Have ESP

checked at a

qualified specialist workshop.

If the å ESP continuously, then ESP

If the ÷ ESP uously, ESP

OFF warning lamp lights up

is not available due to a malfunc-

is deactivated.

warning lamp lights up contin-

tion. Observe the information on warning lamps

Y page 234) and display messages which may

( be shown in the instrument cluster

Y page 204).

( Only use wheels with the recommended tire

sizes. Only then will ESP

Characteristics of ESP

function properly.

General information

If the ÷ ESP warning lamp goes out before beginning the journey, ESP

is automatically

active.

intervenes, the ÷ ESP®warning lamp

If ESP flashes in the instrument cluster.

If ESP

intervenes:

Do not deactivate ESP®under any circumstances.

Only depress the accelerator pedal as far as necessary when pulling away.

Adapt your driving style to suit the prevailing road and weather conditions.

ECO start/stop function

The ECO start/stop function switches the engine off automatically when the vehicle stops moving. The engine starts automatically when the driver wants to pull away again. ESP remains in its previously selected status, e.g. if

was deactivated before the engine was

ESP

automatically switched off.

Deactivating/activating ESP

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

You can select between the following states of

ESP

ESP®is activated.

ESP®is deactivated.

WARNING

If you deactivate ESP

, ESP®no longer stabilizes the vehicle. There is an increased risk of skidding and an accident.

Only deactivate ESP

in the situations descri-

bed in the following.

It may be best to deactivate ESP

in the follow-

ing situations:

when using snow chains

in deep snow

on sand or gravel

Spinning the wheels results in a cutting action which provides better grip.

Activate ESP®as soon as the situations

described above no longer apply. ESP

will otherwise not be able to stabilize the vehicle if the vehicle starts to skid or a wheel starts to spin.

Avoid spinning the driven wheels for an

extended period with ESP

deactivated. You

could otherwise damage the drivetrain.

Deactivating/activating ESP

You can deactivate or activate ESP®via the onboard computer (

deactivated:

ESP

The å ESP

Y page 197).

OFF warning lamp in the instru-

ment cluster lights up.

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Driving safety systems

ESP®activated:

The å ESP

OFF warning lamp in the instru-

ment cluster goes out.

Characteristics when ESP®is deactivated

If ESP®is deactivated and one or more wheels start to spin, the ÷ ESP instrument cluster flashes. In such situations,

ESP

will not stabilize the vehicle.

If you deactivate ESP

ESP®no longer improves driving stability.

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Engine torque is no longer limited and the

warning lamp in the

drive wheels are able to spin.

Traction control is still activated.

COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST is no longer available; nor is it activated if you brake firmly with assistance from ESP

PRE-SAFE®is no longer available, nor is it activated if you brake firmly and ESP

venes.

PRE-SAFE®Brake is no longer available, it is also notactivated if you brake firmly and ESP intervenes.

ESP®still provides support when you brake firmly.

Crosswind Assist

General information

Vehicles with MAGIC BODY CONTROL: information on stabilizing the vehicle in the event of crosswind (

Y page 156).

Strong crosswind gusts can impair the ability of your vehicle to drive straight ahead. The crosswind driving assistance function integrated in

noticeably reduces these impairments.

ESP

intervenes automatically according to the direction and intensity of the crosswinds affecting your vehicle.

intervenes with stabilizing braking to

ESP assist you in keeping the vehicle in the lane.

Crosswind Assist is active at vehicle speeds above 50 mph (80 km/h) when driving straight ahead or cornering gently.

Important safety notes

Crosswind Assist does not work if ESP®is switched off or deactivated because of a malfunction.

inter-

EBD (electronic brake force distribution)

General information

EBD monitors and controls the brake pressure on the rear wheels to improve driving stability while braking.

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

WARNING

If EBD is malfunctioning, the rear wheels can lock, e.g.under full braking. This increases the risk of skidding and an accident.

You should therefore adapt your driving style to the different handling characteristics. Have the brake system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Observe information regarding indicator and warning lamps ( messages (

Y page 234) as well as display

Y page 206).

ADAPTIVE BRAKE

ADAPTIVE BRAKE enhances braking safety and offers increased braking comfort. In addition to the braking function, ADAPTIVE BRAKE also has the HOLD function (

Y page 124).

assist (

Y page 154) and hill start

PRE-SAFE®Brake

General information

PRE-SAFE®Brake can help you to minimize the risk of a collision with a vehicle ahead or a pedestrian, and reduce the effects of such a collision. IfPRE-SAFE of collision, you will be warned visually and acoustically as well as by automatic braking.

Pay attention to the important safety notes

in the "Driving safety systems" section

Y page 61).

(

PRE‑SAFE

Brake is only available in vehicles

with the Driving Assistance Plus package.

Brake hasdetected a risk

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Driving safety systems

For PRE-SAFE®Brake to assist you when driving, the radar sensor system and the camera system must be switched on and be operational.

With the help of the radar sensor system and the camera system, PRE-SAFE

Brake can detect obstacles that are in front of your vehicle for an extended period of time.

In addition, pedestrians in the path of your vehicle can be detected.

PRE-SAFE

Brake detects pedestrians using typical characteristics such as the body contours and posture of a person standing upright.

Observe the restrictions described in the

"Important safety notes" section

Y page 69).

(

Important safety notes

WARNING

PRE-SAFE cle by a partial application of the brakes if a danger of collision is detected. There may be a collision unless you brake yourself. Even after subsequent full application of the brakes a collision cannot always be avoided, particularly when approaching at too high a speed. There is a risk of an accident.

Always apply the brakes yourself and try to take evasive action, provided it is safe to do so.

In theevent of a partial application of the brakes, the vehicle is braked with up to 50% of the full braking pressure.

PRE-SAFE tify objects and complex traffic conditions.

In these cases, PRE-SAFE

There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake, especially if PRE-SAFE intervention in a non-critical driving situation.

Brake will initially brake your vehi-

WARNING

Brake cannot always clearly iden-

Brake may:

give an unnecessary warning and then brake the vehicle

not give a warning or intervene

Brake warns you. Terminate the

WARNING

PRE-SAFE

Brake cannot always clearly iden-

tify people, especially if they are moving. In

these cases, PRE-SAFE

Brake cannot inter-

vene. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay particular attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake, especially if PRE-SAFE

Brake warns you.

In order to maintain the appropriate distance to the vehicle in front and thus prevent a collision, you must apply the brakes yourself.

WARNING

PRE-SAFE

As a result, PRE-SAFE

Brake does not react:

to small people, e.g. children

to animals

to oncoming vehicles

to crossing traffic

when cornering

Brake may neither give warnings nor intervene in all critical situations. There is a risk of an accident.

Always pay careful attention to the traffic situation and be ready to brake.

In the event of snowfall or heavy rain, the recognition can be impaired.

Recognition by the radar sensor system is also impaired if:

there is dirt on the sensors or anything else covering the sensors

there is interference by other radar sources

there are strong radar reflections, for example in parking garages

a narrow vehicle is traveling in front, e.g. a motorbike

a vehicle is traveling in front on a different line relative to the center of your vehicle

Recognition by the camera system is also impaired in the event of:

dirt on the camera or if the camera is covered

glare on the camera system, e.g. from the sun being low in the sky

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Driving safety systems

darkness

or if:

pedestrians move quickly, e.g. into the path of the vehicle

the camera system no longer recognizes a pedestrian as a person due to special clothing or other objects

a pedestrian is concealed by other objects

the typical outline of a person is not distinguishable from the background

Following damageto the front end of the vehicle,

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have the configuration and operation of the radar sensors checked at a qualified specialist workshop. This also applies to collisions at slow speeds where there is no visible damage to the front of the vehicle.

Following damage to the windshield, have the configuration and operation of the camera system checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

Function

To activate/deactivate: activate or deactivate PRE-SAFE

puter ( If the PRE-SAFE æ symbol appears in the multifunction display.

Starting at a speed of around 4 mph (7 km/h), this function warns you if you rapidly approach a vehicle in front. An intermittent warning tone will then sound and the · distance warning lamp will light up in the instrument cluster.

Brake immediately to defuse the situation.

Take evasive action provided it is safe to do so.

PRE-SAFE automatically under the following conditions:

the driver and front passenger have their seat belts fastened

the vehicle speed is between approximately 4 mph (7 km/h) and 124 mph (200 km/h)

At speeds of up to approximately 44 mph (70 km/h) PRE-SAFE

stationary objects in the path of your vehicle, e.g. stopped or parked vehicles

pedestrians in the path of your vehicle

Y page 199).

Brake in the on-board com-

Brake is not activated, the

Brake can also brake the vehicle

Brake can also detect:

If there is an increased risk of a collision,

preventive passenger protection measures (PRE-SAFE

) are triggered (Y page 55).

If the risk of collision with the vehicle in front remains and you do not brake, take evasive action or accelerate significantly, the vehicle may perform automatic emergency braking, up to the point of full brake application. Automatic emergency braking is not performed until immediately prior to an imminent accident.

the i

You can prevent

Brake at any time by:

SAFE

depressing the accelerator pedal further.

activating kickdown.

releasing the brake pedal.

The braking action of PRE-SAFE

ntervention of the PRE-

Brake is ended

automatically if:

you maneuver to avoid the obstacle.

there is no longer a risk of collision.

there is no longer an obstacle detected in front of your vehicle.

STEER CONTROL

General information

STEER CONTROL helps you by transmitting a noticeable steering force to the steering wheel in the direction required for vehicle stabilization.

This steering assistance is provided in particular if:

both right wheels or both left wheels are on a wet or slippery road surface when you brake

the vehicle starts to skid

Important safety notes

Observe the "Important safety notes" sec-

Y page 61).

tion (

No steering support is provided from STEER CONTROL, if:

ESP®is deactivated

ESP®is malfunctioning

the steering is faulty

Power steering will, however, continue to function.

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Protection against theft

Immobilizer

The immobilizer prevents your vehicle from being started without the correct SmartKey.

To activate with the SmartKey: remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.

To activate with KEYLESS-GO start-func-

tion or KEYLESS-GO: switch the ignition off and open the driver's door.

To deactivate: switch on the ignition.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle. Anyone can start the engine if a valid SmartKey has been left inside the vehicle.

The immobilizer is always deactivated when

you start the engine. In the event that the engine cannot be started

(yet the vehicle's battery is charged), the system is not operational. Contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or call 1-800-FOR-MERCedes (in the USA) or 1-800-387-0100 (in Canada).

ATA (anti-theft alarm system)

To arm: lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO. Indicator lamp : flashes. The alarm system is armed after approximately ten seconds.

To disarm: unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.

Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

Press the Start/Stop button. The SmartKey must be in the vehicle.

A visual and audible alarm is triggered if the alarm system is armed and you open:

a door

the vehicle with the mechanical key

the trunk lid

the hood

To stop the alarm with the SmartKey:

press the % or & button on the SmartKey. The alarm is stopped.

Remove the Start/Stop button from the ignition lock.

Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. The alarm is stopped.

To stop the alarm using KEYLESS-GO:

grasp the outside door handle. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. The alarm is stopped.

Press the Start/Stop button on the dashboard. The SmartKey must be inside the vehicle. The alarm is stopped.

The alarm is not switched off, even if you close the open door that triggered it, for example.

If the alarm continues for more than

30 seconds, the mbrace emergency call system automatically notifies the Customer Assistance Center. This is done either by text message or data connection.

The emergency call system sends a message or establishes a data connection provided that:

you have subscribed to the mbrace service.

the mbrace service has been activated properly.

the necessary mobile phone network is available.

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SmartKey

Important safety notes

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:

open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users.

get out and disrupt traffic.

operate the vehicle's equipment.

Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they:

release the parking brake.

shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P

Start the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

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SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of reach of children.

WARNING

If you attach heavy or large objects to the SmartKey, the SmartKey could be unintentionally turned in the ignition lock. This could cause the engine to be switched off. There is a risk of an accident.

Do notattach any heavy or large objects to the SmartKey. Remove any bulky key rings before inserting the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

Keep the SmartKey away from strong mag-

netic fields. Otherwise, the remote control function could be affected.

Strong magnetic fields can occur in the vicinity of powerful electrical installations.

Do not keep the SmartKey:

with electronic devices, e.g. a mobile phone or another SmartKey.

with metallic objects, e.g. coins or metal foil.

inside metallic objects, e.g. a metal case. This can affect the functionality of the Smart-

Key.

Vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start function: do not keep the SmartKey on the parcel shelf or in the trunk. Otherwise, the SmartKey may not be detected, e.g. when starting the engine using the Start/Stop button.

A brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey determines whether a valid SmartKey is in, or in the direct vicinity of, the vehicle. This occurs, for example:

when starting the engine

while driving

when using HANDS-FREE ACCESS

when the external door handles are touched

during convenience closing

SmartKey functions

& Locks the vehicle

;

F Opens/closes the trunk lid

% Unlocks the vehicle

To unlock centrally: press the % button. If you do not open the vehicle within approx-

imately 40 seconds of unlocking:

the vehicle is locked again.

anti-theft protection is reactivated.

To lock centrally: press the & button.

The SmartKey centrally locks and unlocks the following components:

the doors

the trunk lid

the fuel filler flap

The turn signals flash once when unlocking and three times when locking.

You can also set an audible signal to confirm that the vehicle has been locked. The audible signal can be activated and deactivated via the

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multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

You will receive visual and acoustic locking confirmation if all components were able to be locked.

When the locator lighting is activated via the multimedia system, it lights up when it is dark after the vehicle is unlocked with the SmartKey; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

To open the trunk lid automatically from

outside the vehicle: press and hold the F button until the trunk lid opens.

To open the trunk lid automatically from

outside the vehicle: if the SmartKey is located in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle, press the F button on the SmartKey. When the trunk lid closes you can then release the button.

KEYLESS-GO

General notes

Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a SmartKey in the vehicle (

Y page 123).

SmartKey

To unlock the vehicle: touch the inner surface of the door handle.

To lock the vehicle: touch sensor surface : or ;.

Make sure that you do not touch the inner surface of the door handle.

Convenience closing feature: touch recessed sensor surface ; for an extended period.

Further information on the convenience closing feature (

To open the trunk lid: push in the top of the star on the trunk lid. The trunk lid opens.

Y page 87).

Opening and closing

Locking/unlocking centrally

You can start, lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO. To do this, you only need carry the SmartKey with you. You can combine the functions of KEYLESS-GO with those of a conventional SmartKey. Unlock the vehicle by using KEYLESS-GO, for instance, and lock it using the & button on the SmartKey.

The driver's door and the door at which the handle is used, must both be closed. The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS-GO, the distance between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle must not be greater than 3 ft (1 m).

A brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey determines whether a valid SmartKey is in, or in the direct vicinity of, the vehicle. This occurs, for example:

when starting the engine

while driving

when using HANDS-FREE ACCESS

when the external door handles are touched

during convenience closing

Deactivating and activating

If you do not intend to use a SmartKey for an extended period of time, you can deactivate the KEYLESS-GO function of the SmartKey. The SmartKey will then use very little power, thereby conserving battery power. For the purposes of activation/deactivation, the vehicle must not be nearby.

To deactivate: press the & button on the SmartKey twice in rapid succession. The battery check lamp ( SmartKey flashes twice briefly and lights up once, then KEYLESS-GO is deactivated.

To activate: press any button on the SmartKey.

Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock. KEYLESS-GO and all of its associated features are available again.

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KEYLESS-GO start function

General notes

Bear in mind that the engine can be started by any of the vehicle occupants if there is a SmartKey in the vehicle (

Y page 123).

Changing the settings of the locking system

You can change the settings of the locking system. This means that only the driver's door and the fuel filler flap are unlocked when the vehicle is unlocked. This is useful if you frequently travel on your own.

To change the setting: press and hold down the % and & buttons simultaneously for approximately six seconds until the battery check lamp (

If the setting of the locking system is changed within the signal range of the vehicle, pressing

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the & or % button:

locks or

unlocks the vehicle

The SmartKey now functions as follows:

To unlock: press the % button once.

To unlock centrally: press the % button twice.

To lock: press the & button.

The KEYLESS-GO functions can be changed as follows:

To unlock the driver's door: touch the inner surface of the door handle on the driver's door.

To unlock centrally: touch the inner surface of the front-passenger door handle.

To lock centrally: touch the outer sensor surface on one of the door handles.

To restore the factory settings: press and hold the % and & buttons simultaneously for approximat battery check lamp ( twice.

Y page 75) flashes twice.

ix seconds until the

ely s

Y page 75) flashes

Mechanical key

General notes

If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO, use the mechanical key.

If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered. Switch off the alarm

Y page 71).

( If you unlock the vehicle using the mechanical

key, the fuel filler flap will not be unlocked automatically.

To unlock the fuel filler flap: insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock.

Removing the mechanical key

Push release catch : in the direction of the arrow and at the same time remove mechanical key ; from the SmartKey.

For further information about:

Locking/unlocking the driver's door

Y page 79)

(

Unlocking the trunk (Y page 84)

Inserting the mechanical key

Push mechanical key ; completely into the SmartKey until it engages and release catch : is back in its basic position.

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SmartKey

SmartKey battery

Important safety notes

WARNING

Batteries contain toxic and corrosive substances. If batteries are swallowed, it can result in severe health problems. There is a risk of fatal injury.

Keep batteries out of the reach of children. If a battery is swallowed, seek medical attention immediately.

Environmental note

Batteries contain dangerous substances. It is against the law to dispose of them with the household rubbish. They must be collected separately and recycled to protect the environment.

Dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. Take discharged batteries to a qualified specialist workshop or a special collection point for used batteries.

The SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material, which may require special handling and regard for the environment. National guidelines must be observed during disposal. In California, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/ HazardousWaste/Perchlorate/index.cfm.

Mercedes-Benz recommends that you have the batteries replaced at a qualified specialist workshop.

Checking the battery

Press the & or % button. The battery is working properly if battery check lamp : lights up briefly.

The battery is discharged if battery check lamp : does not light up briefly.

Change the battery (Y page 75).

If the SmartKey battery is checked within the signal reception range of the vehicle, pressing the & or % button:

locks or

unlocks the vehicle

You can obtain a battery from any qualified

specialist workshop.

Replacing the battery

You require a CR 2025 3 V cell battery.

Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey

Y page 74).

(

Opening and closing

Press mechanical key ; into the SmartKey opening in the direction of the arrow until battery compartment cover : opens. Do not hold battery compartment cover : closed while doing so.

Remove battery compartment cover :.

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SmartKey

Repeatedly tap the SmartKey against your palm until battery = falls out.

Insert the new battery with the positive terminal facing upwards. Use a lint-free cloth to do so.

Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint, grease and other contaminants.

Problems with the SmartKey

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Problem

You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using the SmartKey.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.

If this does not work:

Insert the front tabs of battery compartment cover : into the housing first and then press to close it.

Insert mechanical key ; into the SmartKey (

Y page 74).

Check the function of all SmartKey buttons on the vehicle.

Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 75) and replace it if necessary

Y page 75).

(

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

You can no longer lock or unlock the vehicle using KEYLESS-GO.

There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

The SmartKey is faulty.

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

Have the SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

KEYLESS-GO was deactivated.

Reactivate KEYLESS-GO (Y page 73).

The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.

Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 75) and replace it if necessary

Y page 75).

(

If this does not work:

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

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SmartKey

Problem

The engine cannot be started using the SmartKey.

The engine cannot be started using the Start/ Stop button. The SmartKey is in the vehicle.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

KEYLESS-GO is malfunctioning.

Lock/unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey.

Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

If the vehicle can also not be locked/unlocked using the remote control function:

Lock or unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (Y page 79).

Have the vehicle and SmartKey checked at a qualified specialist workshop.

The on-board voltage is too low.

Switch off non-essential consumers, e.g. seat heating or interior lighting, and try to start the engine again.

If this does not work:

Check the starter battery and charge it if necessary (Y page 294).

Jump-start the vehicle (Y page 295).

Consult a qualified specialist workshop.

The vehicle is locked.

Unlock the vehicle and try to start the vehicle again.

The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.

Check the SmartKey battery (Y page 75) and replace it if necessary

Y page 75).

(

If this does not work:

Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

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You have lost a SmartKey.

You have lost the mechanical key.

There is interference from a powerful source of radio waves.

Start your vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

Have the SmartKey deactivated at a qualified specialist workshop.

Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.

If necessary, have the locks changed as well.

Report the loss immediately to the vehicle insurers.

If necessary, have the locks changed as well.

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Doors

Important safety notes

WARNING

If children are left unsupervised in the vehicle, they could:

open the doors, thus endangering other people or road users.

get out and disrupt traffic.

operate the vehicle's equipment.

Additionally, children could set the vehicle in motion if, for example, they:

release the parking brake.

shifting the automatic transmission out of park position P

Start the engine.

There is a risk of an accident and injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the

Opening and closing

SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle.Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. Always keep the SmartKey out of reach of children.

Pull door handle ;. If the door is locked, locking knob : pops up. The door is unlocked and opens.

Centrally locking and unlocking the vehicle from the inside

You can centrally lock and unlock the vehicle from the inside. The buttons are located on both doors.

Unlocking and opening doors from the inside

When a door is opened, the side window on that side opens slightly. When the door is closed, the side window closes again.

The side windows will not open/close if the

battery is discharged or if the side windows have iced up. It will then not be possible to close the door. Do not attempt to force the door closed. You could otherwise damage the door or the side window.

You can open a door from inside the vehicle even if it has been locked. If the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off the alarm

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To unlock: press button :.

To lock: press button ;. If the front-passenger door is closed, the vehicle locks.

If the driver's door is open, the door stays unlocked.

Meanwhile, the fuel filler flap will not be locked or unlocked.

You cannot unlock the vehicle centrally from the inside if the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey or KEYLESS-GO.

The doors can be opened from the inside. If the vehicle has been locked with the SmartKey

or with KEYLESS-GO, opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti-theft alarm system. Switch off the alarm (

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Doors

If a locked door is opened from the inside, the previous unlock status of the vehicle will be taken into consideration if:

the vehicle was locked using the locking button for the central locking, or

if the vehicle was locked automatically

The vehicle will be fully unlocked if it had previously been fully unlocked. If only the driver's door had been previously unlocked, only the door which has been opened from the inside is unlocked.

Automatic locking feature

To deactivate: press and hold button : for approximately five seconds until a tone sounds.

To activate: press and hold button ; for approximately five seconds until a tone sounds.

If you press one of the two buttons and do not hear a tone, the relevant setting has already been selected.

The vehicle is locked automatically when the ignition is switched on and the wheels are turning.

You could therefore be locked out if:

the vehicle is being pushed.

the vehicle is being towed.

the vehicle is on a roller dynamometer.

You can activate and deactivate the automatic locking mechanism via the multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's Manual).

Power closing

Power closing pulls the doors and trunk lid into their locks automatically even if they are only partly closed.

To power close a door: push the door into the lock up to the first detent position. Power closing will pull the door fully closed.

To power close the trunk lid: lightly push the trunk lid closed. The power closing function pulls the trunk lid closed.

Locking/unlocking the driver's door with the mechanical key

If youwant to centrally lock the vehicle using

the mechanical key, begin by pressing the locking button for the interior locking mechanism while the driver's door is open. Then lock the driver's door using the mechanical key.

Insert the mechanical key as far as it will go into opening : in the protective cap.

Pull and hold the door handle.

Pull the protective cap on the mechanical key as straight as possible away from the vehicle until it releases.

Release the door handle.

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Trunk

To lock:turn the mechanical key clockwise as far as it will go to position 1.

To unlock: turn the mechanical key counterclockwise as far as it will go to position 1.

If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system will be triggered. Switch off the alarm

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Opening and closing

Trunk

Important safety notes

WARNING

Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle interior if the trunk lid is open when the engine is running, especially if the vehicle is in motion. There is a risk of poisoning.

Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open.

WARNING

If objects, luggage or loads are not secured or not secured sufficiently, they could slip, tip over or be flung around and thereby hit vehicle occupants. There is a risk of injury, particularly in the event of sudden braking or a sudden change in direction.

Always store objects so that they cannot be flung around. Secure objects, luggage or loads against slipping or tipping before the journey.

The trunk lid swings upwards when opened.

Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.

You can limit the opening angle of the trunk lid in the multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section

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could otherwise lock yourself out. You should preferably place luggage or loads in

the trunk. Observe the loading guidelines

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Obstruction detection with reversing feature for the trunk lid

Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing feature:

The trunk lid is equipped with automatic obstruction detection with a reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts the trunk lid when automatically opening or closing, this procedure is stopped. If the trunk lid is stopped during the closing procedure, it will open again automatically. The automatic obstruction detection with reversing feature is only an aid. It is not a substitute for your attentiveness when opening and closing the trunk lid.

WARNING

The reversing feature does not respond:

to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers

over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement

The reversing feature cannot prevent someone from becoming trapped in these situations in particular. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure.

If somebody becomes trapped:

press the F button on the SmartKey, or

pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door or

press the closing or locking button on the trunk lid, or

press the top of the star on the trunk lid

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Trunk

Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS:

It is also possible to stop the closing process by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper.

Opening the trunk manually

Press the F button on the SmartKey.

Push in the top of star : on the trunk lid. The trunk lid opens.

When the rear view camera is activated:

pull on the folded-out star. The trunk lid opens.

Opening/closing automatically from outside

Important safety notes

WARNING

Parts of the body could become trapped during automatic closing of the trunk lid. In addition, people may be standing in the closing area or may enter the closing area, e.g. children, during the closing procedure. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that nobody is in the vicinity of the closing area during the closing process.

Use one of the following options to stop the closing process:

press the F button on the SmartKey.

pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door.

press the closing or locking button on the trunk lid.

Press the top of the star on the trunk lid.

Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS:

It is also possible to stop the closing process by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper.

WARNING

Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open.

The trunk lid swings upwards when opened.

Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.

The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section

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Opening automatically

You can open the trunk lid automatically using the SmartKey or by pressing the top of the star on the trunk lid.

Press and hold the F button on the SmartKey until the trunk lid opens.

With the trunk lid unlocked, press the top of the star.

Closing automatically

You can close the trunk lid automatically using the SmartKey or the closing button in the trunk lid.

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Trunk

Press closing button : on the trunk lid.

If the SmartKey is located in the immediate vicinity of the vehicle: press the F button on the SmartKey. You can release the button as soon as the trunk lid starts to close.

To stop the closing process:

Press the F button on the SmartKey.

Press the top of the star on the trunk lid.

Opening and closing

Press closing button : or locking button ; on the trunk lid.

Press the remote operating switch on the driver's door.

In vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS: kick into the sensor detection range under the bumper with your foot.

If the F button on the SmartKey is

pressed or HANDS-FREE ACCESS is initiated after the closing process is stopped, the trunk lid opens.

Vehicles with trunk lid remote closing feature and KEYLESS-GO: when all the doors are

closed, you can simultaneously close the trunk lid and lock the vehicle. The SmartKey must be located to the rear of the vehicle.

Press and release locking button ; on the trunk lid. If a KEYLESS-GO key is detected outside the vehicle, the trunk lid closes and the vehicle locks.

If KEYLESS-GO detects a second SmartKey outside the vehicle, the trunk lid remains closed.

If KEYLESS-GO detects a SmartKey in the trunk, the trunk lid opens again after it is closed.

HANDS-FREE ACCESS

Important safety notes

WARNING

The vehicle's exhaust system may be very hot. You could burn yourself by touching the exhaust system if you use HANDS-FREE ACCESS. There is a risk of injury. Always ensure that you only make the kicking movement within the detection range of sensors.

If the SmartKey is within the rear detection

range of KEYLESS-GO, the following situations, for example, could lead to the unintentional opening of the trunk:

using a car wash

using a power washer

Make sure that the SmartKey is at least 10 ft (3 m) away from the vehicle.

General notes

With KEYLESS-GO and HANDS-FREE ACCESS, you can open or close the trunk lid or stop the procedure without using your hands. This is useful if you have your hands full. To do this, make a kicking movement under the bumper with your foot.

Observe the following points:

Carry your KEYLESS-GO key about your person. The KEYLESS-GO key must be in the rear detection range of the vehicle.

When making the kicking movement, make sure that you are standing firmly on the ground and that there is sufficient clearance to the rear of the vehicle. You could otherwise lose your balance, for example on ice.

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Always ensure that you only make the kicking movement within the detection range of sensors :.

Stand at least 12 in (30 cm) away from the rear area while doing so.

Do not come into contact with the bumper while making the kicking movement. Otherwise, the sensors may not function correctly.

HANDS-FREE ACCESS does not function when the engine is started.

Dirt caused by road salt around sensors : may restrict functionality.

Using the HANDS-FREE ACCESS with a prosthetic leg may restrict functionality.

If a KEYLESS-GO key is within the rear detection range of KEYLESS-GO, HANDS-FREE ACCESS could be triggered. The trunk lid could thus be opened or closed unintentionally, for example, if you:

sit on the edge of the trunk.

set something down or lift something up behind the vehicle.

polish the rear of the vehicle.

Do not carry the KEYLESS-GO key about your person in these situations or in situations similar to these. This will prevent unintentional opening or closing of the trunk lid.

Operation

To open or close: kick into sensor detection range : under the bumper with your foot. A warning tone will sound while the trunk lid is opening or closing.

If thetrunk lid does not open or close after

several attempts: wait at least ten seconds then move your leg under the bumper once again.

If you hold your foot under the bumper for too long, the trunk lid does not open or close.

Trunk

Repeat the leg movement more quickly if this occurs.

To stop the opening or closing procedure, you have the following options:

Kick with your foot in sensor detection range : under the bumper.

Press the closing button on the trunk lid.

Press the top of the star on the trunk lid.

Press the F button on the SmartKey

If the trunk lid closing procedure has been stopped:

move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will open

If the trunk lid opening procedure has been stopped:

move your foot under the bumper again and the trunk lid will close

Opening/closing automatically from inside

Important safety notes

WARNING

The reversing feature does not respond:

to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. fingers

over the last 1/3 in (8 mm) of the closing movement

The reversing feature cannot prevent someone from becoming trapped in these situations in particular. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure.

If somebody becomes trapped:

press the F button on the SmartKey, or

pull or press the remote operating switch on the driver's door or

press the closing or locking button on the trunk lid, or

press the top of the star on the trunk lid

Vehicles with HANDS-FREE ACCESS:

It is also possible to stop the closing process by performing a kicking movement under the rear bumper.

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Trunk

WARNING

Always switch off the engine before opening the trunk lid. Never drive with the trunk lid open.

The trunk lid swings upwards when opened.

Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.

The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section

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Opening and closing

To activate: close the trunk lid.

Open the glove box.

Push the switch to position ;. If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk remains locked.

You can also lock the glove box

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To deactivate: open the glove box.

Push the switch to position :. If the vehicle is unlocked centrally, the trunk will also be unlocked.

To open: pull the remote operating switch for trunk lid : until the trunk lid opens.

To close: press and hold remote operating switch : for the trunk lid until the trunk lid is completely closed.

When the vehicle is stationary, you can close the trunk lid from the driver's seat. When the vehicle is also unlocked, you can also open the trunk lid from inside.

Locking the trunk separately

You can lock the trunk separately. If you then unlock the vehicle centrally, the trunk remains locked and cannot be opened.

Unlocking the trunk using the mechanical key

General notes

Use the mechanical key if the trunk lid can no longer be unlocked:

using the SmartKey

using HANDS-FREE ACCESS

using the remote operating switch in the door control panel

The trunk lid swings upwards when opened.

Therefore, make sure that there is sufficient clearance above the trunk lid.

The opening dimensions of the trunk lid can be found in the "Vehicle data" section

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Side windows

Unlocking

Push in the top of star : on the trunk lid. The cover folds open

Insert the mechanical key with the grip facing upwards into the trunk lid lock as far as the stop.

Turn the mechanical key from position 1 clockwise as far as it will go to position 2. The trunk lid unlocks and opens slightly.

Turn the mechanical key back to position 1 and remove it.

Unlocking the trunk from the inside using the emergency release button

Emergency release button : flashes:

for 30 minutes after the trunk lid is opened

for 60 minutes after the trunk lid is closed

Side windows

Important safety notes

WARNING

While opening the side windows, body parts could become trapped between the side window and the door frame as the side window moves. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that nobody touches the side window during the opening procedure. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or pull the switch to close the side window again.

WARNING

While closing the side windows, body parts in the closing area could become trapped. There is a risk of injury.

When closing make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. If somebody becomes trapped, release the switch or press the switch to open the side window again.

Opening and closing

You can unlock the trunk lid from the inside using emergency release button :.

Press emergency release button : briefly. The trunk lid unlocks and opens.

The trunk lid can be unlocked using emergency release button : when stationary or when the vehicle is in motion.

Emergency release button : does not unlock the trunk lid if the battery is disconnected or discharged.

Side window reversing feature

The front side windows are equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If a solid object blocks or restricts the upward movement of one of the front side windows during the automatic closing process, the side window opens again automatically.

During the manual closing process, the side windows in the doors or in the rear open automatically afterthe corresponding button is released.

However, theautomatic reversing feature is only an aid and does not relieve you of the responsibility of paying attention when closing a side window.

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Side windows

WARNING

The reversing feature does not react:

to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers

while resetting

This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure. If someone becomes trapped, press the switch to open the side window again.

Opening and closing the side windows

The switches for all side windows are located on the driver's door. There is also a switch for the front-passenger side window on the front-

Opening and closing

passenger door. The switches on the driver's door take prece-

dence.

Front left

;

Front right

Rear right

Rear left

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

To open manually: press and hold the corresponding button.

To open fully: press the switch beyond the point of resistance and release it. Automatic operation is started.

To close manually: pull and hold the corresponding button.

To fully close the front side windows: pull the button beyond the point of resistance and release it. Automatic operation is started.

To interrupt automatic operation: press/ pull the corresponding switch again.

You can continue to operate the side windows after you switch off the engine or remove the SmartKey. This function remains active for five minutes or until you open a door.

Before opening or closing the side windows, a check is carried out to see whether a valid SmartKey is in the vehicle. The check is carried out if you use the start/stop button instead of a SmartKey in the ignition and you press or pull a button while the engine is switched off. This is carried out by means of a brief radio connection between the vehicle and the SmartKey.

Convenience opening

General notes

If the SmartKey is in close proximity to the vehicle, the convenience opening function is available.

You can ventilate the vehicle before you start driving.

To do this, the SmartKey is used to carry out the following functions simultaneously:

unlock the vehicle

open the side windows

switch on the seat ventilation for the driver's seat

The "convenience opening" feature is also available when the vehicle is unlocked.

Convenience opening

Keep the % button pressed until the side windows are in the desired position.

To interrupt convenience opening: release the % button.

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Convenience closing feature

Important safety notes

WARNING

When using the convenience closing feature, parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area when a side window is being closed. There is a risk of injury.

Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing feature is operating. Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure.

Side windows

Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle until the side windows are fully closed.

Make sure you only touch recessed sensor

surface :.

Make sure that all the side windows are closed.

Touch recessed sensor surface : on the door handle again until the roller sunblind of the panorama roof closes.

To interrupt convenience closing:release recessed sensor surface : on the door handle.

When you lock the vehicle, you can close the windows at the same time.

You can then close the roller sunblinds.

i Notes on the automatic reversing feature

for:

the side window (Y page 85)

the roller sunblind (Y page 88)

Using the SmartKey

Press and hold the & button until the side windows are fully closed.

Make sure that all the side windows are closed.

Press and hold the & button again until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof close.

To interrupt convenience closing: release the & button.

Using KEYLESS-GO

The SmartKey must be outside the vehicle. All the doors must be closed.

Resetting the side windows

If a side window can no longer be closed fully, you must reset it.

Close all the doors.

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

Pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed (

Hold the switch for an additional second.

If the side window opens again slightly:

Immediately pull the corresponding switch on the door control panel until the side window is completely closed (

Hold the switch for an additional second.

If the respective side window remains closed after the button is released, then it has been set correctly. If this is not the case, repeat the steps above.

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Panorama roof

Problems with the side windows

WARNING

If you close a side window again immediately after it has been blocked or reset, the side window closes with increased or maximum force. The reversing feature is then not active. Parts of the body could be trapped in the closing area in the process. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Make sure that no parts of the body are in the closing area. To stop the closing process, release the switch or push the switch again to reopen the side window.

Problem

A side window cannot be closed because it is blocked by objects, e.g. leaves in the window guide.

A side window cannot be closed and you cannot see the cause.

Opening and closing

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

Remove the objects.

Close the side window.

If a side window is obstructed during closing and reopens again slightly:

Immediately after the window blocks, pull the corresponding switch again until the side window has closed. The side window is closed with increased force.

If a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again

slightly:

Immediately after the window blocks, pull the corresponding switch again until the side window has closed. The sliding sunroof is closed without the automatic reversing feature.

Panorama roof

Operating the roller sunblind for the panorama roof

Important safety notes

WARNING

Parts of the body could become trapped between the roller sunblind and frame or during opening or closing. There is a risk of injury.

When opening or closing, make sure that no body parts are in the sweep of the roller sunblind.

If somebody becomes trapped:

release the switch immediately, or

during automatic operation, push the switch briefly in any direction

The opening or closing procedure will be stopped.

The roller sunblind shields the vehicle interior from sunlight.

Roller sunblind reversing feature

The roller sunblind is equipped with an automatic reversing feature. If an object blocks or restricts the roller sunblind during the closing process, the roller sunblind automatically opens again a little. The automatic reversing feature is only an aid and is not a substitute for your attention when closing the roller sunblind.

WARNING

The reversing feature does not react in particular to soft, light and thin objects, e.g. small fingers. This means that the reversing feature

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Panorama roof

cannot prevent someone being trapped in these situations. There is a risk of injury.

When closing the roller sunblind, make sure that no body parts are in the sweep area.

If somebody becomes trapped:

release the switch immediately, or

press the switch in any direction during the automatic closing process

The closing process is stopped.

Opening and closing the roller sunblind

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

Press the 3 switch in direction : or pull it in direction ;.

The roller sunblind opens.

Pull the 3 switch in direction =. The roller sunblind closes.

If you press or pull the 3 switch beyond the point of resistance, automatic operation is started in the corresponding direction. You can stop automatic operation by pressing or pulling again.

Vehicles without MAGIC SKY CONTROL: you can also start and cancel automatic operation using button :.

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

Press button :.

If the roller sunblind is completely closed, it is automatically opened fully.

If the roller sunblind is not completely closed, it is automatically closed fully.

If the roller sunblind is in motion, automatic operation is canceled.

Resetting the roller sunblind for the panorama roof

Reset the roller sunblind if it does not operate smoothly.

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock.

Pull the 3 switch repeatedly to the point of resistance in the direction of arrow : until the roller sunblind is fully closed.

Keep the 3 switch pulled for an additional second.

Make sure that the roller sunblind can be opened fully again.

If this is not the case, repeat the steps above again.

If the roller sunblind still does not operate smoothly, please contact a qualified specialist workshop.

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Panorama roof

MAGIC SKY CONTROL

General notes

MAGIC SKY CONTROL is a panorama roof, the transparency of which can be changed by applying electrical voltage.

MAGIC SKY CONTROL can be switched between darkened and transparent states.

MAGIC SKY CONTROL darkens automatically after a short period when you turn the SmartKey to position 0 or remove the SmartKey.

Risk of electric shock

DANGER

MAGIC SKY CONTROL operates using high voltage. If the headliner behind the panorama roof is damaged or removed, electrical components will be exposed. If you touch these components, you could get an electric shock. There is a risk of fatal injury.

Opening and closing

Never remove the headliner behind the panorama roof.

If the headliner is damaged, never touch the electrical components behind it.

Always have work on the MAGIC SKY CONTROL carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.

Turn the SmartKey to position 1 or 2 in the ignition lock. MAGIC SKY CONTROL switches to the status it was set to before the engine was switched off.

To change the degree of transparency:

press button :.

At sub-zero temperatures, the change is slower and uneven. The entire process may take some time.

The high-voltage components of MAGIC SKY CONTROL are protected behind the headliner.

The MAGIC SKY CONTROL voltage transformer is stamped with a high-voltage symbol, warning you about the high voltage. The electric cables of the high-voltage section are color orange.

Operating MAGIC SKY CONTROL

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Correct driver's seat position

WARNING

You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving:

adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors

fasten the seat belt

There is a risk of an accident.

Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.

Seats

you should have a good overview of traffic conditions.

the seat belt is pulled snugly against the body and is routed across the center of your shoulder and across your hips in the pelvic area.

Further related subjects:

Adjusting the seat electrically (Y page 92).

Adjusting the steering wheel electrically

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Fastening the seat belt correctly (Y page 44).

Adjusting the rear-view mirror and exterior mirrors (

Storing the seat, steering wheel, exterior mirror and head-up display settings with the memory function (

Seats

Important safety notes

Children could become trapped if they adjust the seats, particularly when unattended. There is a risk of injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

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WARNING

Observe the following when adjusting steering wheel :, seat belt ; and driver's seat =:

you are as far away from the driver's air bag as possible.

you are sitting in a normal upright position.

your thighs are slightly supported by the seat cushion.

your legs are not entirely stretched and you can depress the pedals properly.

the back of your head is supported at eye level by the center of the head restraint.

you can hold the steering wheel with your arms slightly bent.

you can move your legs freely.

you can see all the displays in the instrument cluster clearly.

The seats can still be adjusted when there is no SmartKey in the ignition lock.

WARNING

When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat.

Observe the safety notes on "Air bags" (

Y page 46) and "Children in the Vehicle" Y page 57).

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WARNING

If the head restraints are not installed or not adjusted correctly, they cannot provide protection as intended. There is an increased risk of injury in the head and neck area, e.g. in the event of an accident or when braking.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

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Seats

Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for every vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level.

Do not rotate the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints to the correct position.

Using the fore-and-aft adjustment, adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.

WARNING

You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving:

adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors

fasten the seat belt

There is a risk of an accident.

Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.

WARNING

If you adjust the seat height carelessly, you or other vehicle occupants could be trapped and thereby injured. Children in particular could accidentally press the electrical seat adjust-

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

ment buttons and become trapped. There is a risk of injury.

While moving the seats, make sure that your hands orother body parts do not get under the lever assembly of the seat adjustment system.

To avoid damage to the seats and the seat

heating, observe the following information:

keep liquids from spilling on the seats. If liquid is spilled on the seats, dry them as soon as possible.

if the seat covers are damp or wet, do not switch on the seat heating. The seat heating should also not be used to dry the seats.

clean the seat covers as recommended; see "Interior care".

do not transport heavy loads on the seats. Do not place sharp objects on the seat cushions, e.g. knives, nails or tools. The seats should only be occupied by passengers, if possible.

when the seat heating is in operation, do not cover the seats with insulating materials, e.g. blankets, coats, bags, seat covers, child seats or booster seats.

Make sure that there are no objects in the

footwell under or behind the seats when moving the seats back. There is a risk that the seats and/or the objects could be damaged.

Adjusting the seats

Adjusting the front seat electrically

WARNING

Head restraint height

;

Head restraint height

Seat height

Seat cushion angle

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Seat cushion length

Seat fore-and-aft adjustment

Backrest angle

If PRE-SAFE®is triggered, the front-

passenger seat will be moved to a better position if it was previously in an unfavorable posi-

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tion (

You can store the seat settings using the

memory function (

To ensure the largest possible range of seat

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settings, certain seat adjustment functions will also adjust other settings.

The head restraint height is adjusted auto-

matically when you adjust the seat height or the seat fore-and-aft position.

Adjusting the front-passenger seat from the driver’s seat

Seats

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

Do not move the front-passenger seat fully

forwards if there are objects in the parcel net in the front-passenger footwell. The objects could otherwise be damaged.

Adjusting the front-passenger seat

Important safety notes

WARNING

When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat.

Observe the safety notes on "Air bags" (

Y page 46) and "Children in the Vehicle" Y page 57).

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WARNING

The front-air bags for could also injure the vehicle occupants in the front If the front seats are positioned too close to the dashboard or steering wheel. This poses an increased risk of injury or even fatal injury.

Always adjust the front seats so that they are as far from the front air bags as possible. Also observe the notes on the correct adjustment of the seats.

WARNING

Children could become trapped if they adjust the seats, particularly when unattended. There is a risk of injury.

The power supply or the ignition must be switched on so that the front-passenger seat can be selected (

To select the front-passenger seat: press

Y page 122).

button : repeatedly until the indicator lamp in the button lights up.

When the indicator lamp in button : lights up, for the front-passenger seat you can adjust:

adjust the seat (Y page 92)

seat heating (Y page 96)

seat ventilation (Y page 96)

the memory function to call up or save set-

Y page 102).

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Adjusting the head restraints

Important safety notes

WARNING

You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving:

adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors

fasten the seat belt

There is a risk of an accident.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

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Seats

Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.

WARNING

Always drive with the head restraints installed. Before driving off, make sure for every vehicle occupant that the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at about eye level.

Do not rotate the head restraints of the front and rear seats. Otherwise, you cannot adjust the height and angle of the head restraints to the correct position.

Using the fore-and-aft adjustment, adjust the head restraint so that it is as close as possible to your head.

Pay attention to the important safety notes

Y page 91).

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Adjusting the front head restraints

Adjusting the head restraints manually

Push the head restraint back.

Release the release button once the head restraint is in the desired position.

Ensure that the head restraint is engaged.

Adjusting the front head restraints electrically

The height of the front head restraints can be adjusted using the seat adjustment switch

Y page 92).

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Adjusting the rear seat head restraints

Lowering from the front electrically

Switch on the power supply or the ignition

Y page 122).

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Briefly press button :. The head restraints lower.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

With this function you can adjust the distance between the head restraint and the back of the seat occupant's head.

To move forwards: pull the head restraint forwards in the direction of the arrow until it engages in the desired position.

To move backwards: press and hold the release catch :.

Adjusting the rear seat head restraint height mechanically

To raise: pull the head restraint up to the desired height.

To lower: press release catch : and push the head restraint down until it is in the desired position.

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Seats

Folding the front seat backrests forward/back

Important safety notes

WARNING

If the backrest is not engaged, it could fold forwards during a braking maneuver or in the event of an accident, for example. The seat backrest will then push the vehicle occupant against the seat belt. The seat belt can no longer offer the intended level of protection and could even cause injuries. There is an increased risk of injury.

Before each journey, make sure that the backrest engages fully as described.

WARNING

When you adjust a seat, you or other vehicle occupants could become trapped, e.g. on the seat guide rail. There is a risk of injury.

Make sure when adjusting a seat that no one has any body parts in the sweep of the seat.

Observe the safety notes on "Air bags" (

Y page 46) and "Children in the Vehicle" Y page 57).

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Folding the seat backrest forward

The seat moves forwards as soon as you fold the backrest forwards.

This makes it easier for passengers to get into and out of the rear compartment. The head restraint is lowered and the seat moves forwards.

Pull seat release handle : forwards and fold the backrest forwards as far as it will go. The seat automatically moves to the foremost position and the head restraint is lowered.

Folding the seat backrest back

Fold back the backrest horizontally until it engages. If the rear seat backrest is not engaged, this will be shown in the multifunction display in the instrument cluster. A warning tone also sounds.

The seat moves automatically to the last position.

Adjusting the active multicontour seat

You can adjust the active multicontour seats for the driver and front passenger via the multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

The driving dynamics settings are only activated if:

the seat is occupied

the seat belt is fastened

Adjusting the 4-way lumbar support

You can adjust the 4-way lumbar support via the multimedia system (see the Digital Operator's Manual).

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

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Seats

Switching the seat heating on/off

Switching on/off

WARNING

Repeatedly switching on the seat heating can cause the seat cushion and backrest pads to become very hot. The health of persons with limited temperature sensitivity or a limited ability to react to excessively high temperatures may be affected or they may even suffer burn-like injuries. There is a risk of injury.

Therefore, do not switch the seat heating on repeatedly.

For vehicles equipped with the Warmth Comfort package: the armrest in the door and the center console can also be heated when you switch on the seat heating of one of the front seats. You can set this via the multimedia system; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected.

The system automatically switches down from level 3 to level 2 after approximately eight minutes.

The system automatically switches down from level 2 to level 1 after approximately ten minutes.

The system automatically switches off approximately 20 minutes after it is set to level 1.

You can set the distribution of the heated sec-

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

tions of the seat cushions and backrests on the front seats using the multimediasystem; see the Digital Operator's Manual.

Switch on the power supply or the ignition

Y page 122).

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To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired heating level is set.

To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.

If the battery voltage is too low, the seat

heating may switch off.

Rear seats

Switch on the power supply or the ignition

Y page 122).

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To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired heating level is set.

To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.

If the battery voltage is too low, the seat

heating may switch off.

Switching the seat ventilation on/off

Front seats

The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the blower setting you have selected.

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Switch on the power supply or the ignition

Y page 122).

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To switch on: press button : repeatedly until the desired blower setting is set.

To switch off: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.

If the battery voltage is too low, the seat

ventilation may switch off.

Problems with the seat heating/ventilation

Seats

You can open the side windows using the

"Convenience opening" feature ( The seat ventilation of the driver's seat automatically switches to the highest level.

When the vehicle is stationary, the fan

speed can be reduced automatically. This reduces the noises of the seat ventilation.

Y page 86).

Problem

The seat heating or seat ventilation has switched off prematurely or cannot be switched on.

Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions

The on-board voltage is too low because too many electrical consumers are switched on.

Switch off electrical consumers that you do not need, such as the rear window defroster or interior lighting. Once the battery is sufficiently charged, the seat heating or seat ventilation can be switched back on manually.

AIRSCARF

WARNING

When AIRSCARF is switched on, very hot air can flow from the vents in the head restraints. This could result in burns in the immediate vicinity ofthe air vents. There is a risk of injury.

Reduce the heater output before it becomes too hot.

Make sure that the power supply or the ignition is switched on.

To activate: press button :. Three red indicator lamps in the button light up. The blower starts up after a preheating phase of seven seconds.

Press button : repeatedly until the desired heating level is set.

To deactivate: press button : repeatedly until all the indicator lamps go out.

Make sure that no objects enter the front outlet.

The blower continues running for seven sec-

onds to cool down the heating elements.

If the battery voltage is too low, AIRSCARF

may switch off.

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

The AIRSCARF function warms the head and neck area of vehicle occupants with warm air. The warm air flows out of the holes in the head restraints.

The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected.

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Steering wheel

Important safety notes

WARNING

You could lose control of your vehicle if you do the following while driving:

adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel or mirrors

fasten the seat belt

There is a risk of an accident.

Adjust the driver's seat, head restraint, steering wheel and mirror and fasten your seat belt before starting the engine.

WARNING

Children could injure themselves if they adjust the steering wheel. There is a risk of injury.

When leaving the vehicle, always take the SmartKey withyou and lock the vehicle. Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle.

The electrically adjustable steering wheel can still be adjusted when there is no SmartKey in the ignition lock.

i Further related subjects:

EASY-ENTRY/EXIT feature (Y page 99)

Storing settings (Y page 103)

Steering wheel heating

Switching on/off

Switch on the ignition (Y page 122).

To switch on/off: turn the lever in the direction of arrow : or ;. Indicator lamp = lights up or goes out.

If you switch off the ignition, the steering wheel heating is deactivated.

Adjusting the steering wheel

Seats, steering wheel and mirrors

Adjusts the steering wheel height

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Adjusts the steering wheel position (foreand-aft adjustment)