Mercedes-Benz S-Sedan 2015 Owners Manual
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Contents
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Index ....................................................... 4
Introduction ......................................... 22
At a glance ........................................... 31
Safety ................................................... 43
Opening and closing ........................... 83
Seats, steering wheel and mirrors .. 113
Lights and windshield wipers .......... 141
Climate control ................................. 153
Driving and parking .......................... 171
On-board computer and displays .... 249
Stowage and features ...................... 321
Maintenance and care ...................... 351
Breakdown assistance ..................... 369
Wheels and tires ............................... 389
Technical data ................................... 429
Index
4
1, 2, 3 ...
115 V socket ...................................... 335
12 V socket
see Sockets
360° camera
Cleaning .........................................364
Function/notes .............................232
4ETS
see ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction System)
4MATIC (permanent four-wheel
drive) ..................................................219
A
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Display message ............................ 271
Function/notes ................................ 70
Important safety notes .................... 70
Warning lamp ................................. 309
Accident
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 62
Activating/deactivating cooling
with air dehumidification ................. 158
Activating/deactivating Night
View Assist Plus
With spotlight function ................... 240
Active Blind Spot Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 265
Display message ............................ 295
Function/information .................... 242
Active Body Control (ABC)
Display message ............................ 293
Function/notes ............................. 215
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Activating/deactivating (on-
board computer) ............................ 266
Display message ............................ 294
Function/information .................... 245
Active multicontour seat .................. 128
Active Parking Assist
Detecting parking spaces .............. 224
Display message ............................ 295
Exiting a parking space .................. 226
Function/notes ............................. 223
Important safety notes .................. 223
Parking .......................................... 225
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ................................. 78
Adaptive Brake Assist
Function/notes ................................ 75
Adaptive Damping System (ADS) ..... 218
Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS
Display messages .......................... 289
Function/notes ............................. 145
Switching on/off ........................... 146
Additional speedometer ................... 268
Additives (engine oil) ........................ 434
Air bags
Belt bags .......................................... 48
Cushion air bags .............................. 54
Deployment ..................................... 59
Display message ............................ 285
Front air bag (driver, front
passenger) ....................................... 52
Important safety notes .................... 51
Introduction ..................................... 51
Knee bag .......................................... 53
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indica-
tor lamp ........................................... 45
Side impact air bag .......................... 53
Window curtain air bag .................... 54
Air-conditioning system
see Climate control
AIRMATIC
Display message ............................ 292
Function/notes ............................. 218
Air vents
Glove box ....................................... 169
Important safety notes .................. 168
Rear ............................................... 169
Setting ........................................... 168
Setting the center air vents ........... 168
Setting the side air vents ............... 169
Alarm
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 81
Switching off (ATA) .......................... 81
Switching the function on/off
(ATA) ................................................ 81
Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Anti-lock braking system
see ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
Index
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Anti-Theft Alarm system
see ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Armrest
Stowage compartment .................. 324
Ashtray ...............................................332
Assistance display (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................263
Assistance menu (on-board com-
puter) ..................................................264
ASSYST PLUS
Displaying a service message ........358
Hiding a service message .............. 358
Notes ............................................. 358
Resetting the service interval dis-
play ................................................ 358
Service message ............................ 358
Special service requirements ......... 359
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system)
Activating/deactivating ................... 81
Function ...........................................81
Switching off the alarm .................... 81
ATTENTION ASSIST
Activating/deactivating ................. 265
Display message ............................ 292
Function/notes ............................. 236
Authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
see Qualified specialist workshop
Authorized workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
AUTO lights
Display message ............................ 288
see Lights
Automatic engine start (ECO start/
stop function) .................................... 178
Automatic engine switch-off (ECO
start/stop function) .......................... 177
Automatic headlamp mode .............. 142
Automatic transmission
Accelerator pedal position ............. 184
Automatic drive program ............... 185
Changing gear ............................... 184
DIRECT SELECT lever ..................... 181
Display message ............................ 303
Driving tips .................................... 184
Emergency running mode .............. 189
Engaging drive position .................. 182
Engaging neutral ............................ 182
Engaging park position automati-
cally ............................................... 181
Engaging reverse gear ................... 181
Engaging the park position ............ 181
Kickdown ....................................... 184
Manual drive program .................... 186
Manual drive program (AMG vehi-
cles) ............................................... 187
Overview ........................................ 181
Problem (malfunction) ................... 189
Program selector button ................ 184
Pulling away ................................... 176
Starting the engine ........................ 176
Steering wheel paddle shifters ...... 185
Transmission position display ........ 183
Transmission positions .................. 183
Automatic transmission emer-
gency mode ....................................... 189
B
BAS (Brake Assist System) ................. 71
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist System
PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist
Function/notes ................................ 71
BAS PLUS Q (Brake Assist System
PLUS) with Cross-Traffic Assist
Important safety notes .................... 72
Battery (SmartKey)
Checking .......................................... 88
Important safety notes .................... 87
Replacing ......................................... 88
Battery (vehicle)
Charging ........................................ 377
Display message ............................ 290
Important safety notes .................. 375
Jump starting ................................. 379
Belt
see Seat belts
Belt bag ................................................ 48
Blind Spot Assist
see Active Blind Spot Assist
Brake Assist
see BAS (Brake Assist System)
Brake fluid
Display message ............................ 277
Notes ............................................. 434
Index
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Brake force distribution, electronic
see EBD (electronic brake force
distribution)
Brake lamps
Display message ............................ 287
Brakes
ABS .................................................. 70
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 75
BAS .................................................. 71
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist .. 71
Brake fluid (notes) ......................... 434
Display message ............................ 271
EBD .................................................. 78
High-performance brake system .... 199
Hill start assist ............................... 176
HOLD function ............................... 214
Important safety notes .................. 197
Maintenance .................................. 198
Parking brake ................................ 194
Riding tips ...................................... 197
Warning lamp ................................. 308
Breakdown
see Flat tire
see Towing away
Brightness control (instrument
cluster lighting) ................................... 35
Buttons on the steering wheel ......... 251
C
California
Important notice for retail cus-
tomers and lessees .......................... 24
Calling up a malfunction
see Display messages
Camera
see 360° camera
Car
see Vehicle
Care
360° camera ................................. 364
Carpets .......................................... 367
Car wash ........................................ 359
Display ........................................... 365
Exhaust pipe .................................. 365
Exterior lights ................................ 363
Gear or selector lever .................... 366
Interior ........................................... 365
Matte finish ................................... 362
Night View Assist Plus ................... 365
Notes ............................................. 359
Paint .............................................. 361
Plastic trim .................................... 366
Power washer ................................ 361
Rear view camera .......................... 364
Roof lining ...................................... 367
Seat belt ........................................ 367
Seat cover ..................................... 366
Sensors ......................................... 363
Steering wheel ............................... 366
Trim pieces .................................... 366
Washing by hand ........................... 361
Wheels ........................................... 362
Windows ........................................ 362
Wiper blades .................................. 363
Wooden trim .................................. 366
Car key
see SmartKey
Car wash (care) ................................. 359
CD player/CD changer (on-board
computer) .......................................... 260
Center console
Overview .......................................... 37
Stowage space .............................. 323
Center console in the rear compartment
Stowage compartment .................. 325
Central locking
Locking/unlocking (SmartKey) ........ 85
Chauffeur mode
Display message ............................ 304
Fully reclined position .................... 125
General notes ................................ 121
Installing the head restraint ........... 123
Moving front-passenger seat into
the chauffeur position .................... 122
Moving the front-passenger seat
into the normal position ................. 124
Removing the head restraint .......... 123
Child-proof locks
Important safety notes .................... 68
Rear doors ....................................... 69
Index
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Children
In the vehicle ...................................63
Restraint systems ............................ 64
Special seat belt retractor ...............63
Child seat
Forward-facing restraint system ...... 68
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ............................................ 65
On the front-passenger seat ............ 67
Rearward-facing restraint system .... 68
Top Tether .......................................66
Cigarette lighter ................................ 333
Cleaning
Mirror turn signal ...........................363
Climate control
Automatic climate control ............. 155
Controlling automatically ...............159
Cooling with air dehumidification .. 158
Defrosting the windows ................. 164
Defrosting the windshield .............. 163
ECO start/stop function ................ 157
Important safety notes .................. 154
Indicator lamp ................................ 159
Ionization ....................................... 168
Notes on using the automatic cli-
mate control .................................. 157
Overview of systems ......................154
Perfume atomizer .......................... 166
Problems with cooling with air
dehumidification ............................ 159
Problem with the rear window
defroster ........................................ 165
Rear control panel ......................... 155
Refrigerant ..................................... 436
Refrigerant filling capacity ............. 437
Setting the air distribution ............. 162
Setting the airflow ......................... 162
Setting the air vents ......................168
Setting the climate mode ...............161
Setting the temperature ................ 161
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ............................................ 165
Switching on/off ........................... 157
Switching residual heat on/off ...... 165
Switching the rear window
defroster on/off ............................ 164
Switching the synchronization
function on and off ........................ 163
Cockpit
Overview .......................................... 32
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS
Activating/deactivating ................. 265
Display message ............................ 278
Operation/notes .............................. 73
COMAND display
Cleaning ......................................... 365
Combination switch .......................... 144
Consumption statistics (on-board
computer) .......................................... 256
Convenience closing feature ............ 102
Convenience opening feature .......... 101
Coolant (engine)
Checking the level ......................... 356
Display message ............................ 289
Filling capacity ............................... 435
Important safety notes .................. 435
Temperature gauge ........................ 250
Warning lamp ................................. 315
Coolbox .............................................. 337
Cooling
see Climate control
Copyright ............................................. 29
Cornering light function
Display message ............................ 286
Function/notes .............................145
Crash-responsive emergency light-
ing ....................................................... 148
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with
MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ................... 215
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with-
out MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ...............77
Cruise control
Cruise control lever .......................201
Deactivating ................................... 203
Display message ............................ 299
Driving system ............................... 201
Function/notes .............................201
Important safety notes .................. 201
Index
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Setting a speed .............................. 202
Storing and maintaining current
speed ............................................. 202
Cup holder
Center console .............................. 328
Important safety notes .................. 328
Rear compartment ......................... 328
Temperature controlled ................. 330
Cushion air bags .................................. 54
Customer Assistance Center (CAC) ... 27
Customer Relations Department ....... 27
D
Data
see Technical data
Daytime running lamps
Display message ............................ 288
Function/notes ............................. 142
Switching on/off (on-board com-
puter) ............................................. 267
Declarations of conformity ................. 26
Diagnostics connection ...................... 26
Digital speedometer ......................... 256
DIRECT SELECT lever
Automatic transmission ................. 181
Display
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Display messages
ASSYST PLUS ................................ 358
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 270
Driving systems ............................. 292
Engine ............................................ 289
General notes ................................ 270
Hiding (on-board computer) ........... 270
Introduction ................................... 270
Lights ............................................. 286
Safety systems .............................. 271
SmartKey ....................................... 305
Tires ............................................... 300
Vehicle ........................................... 303
Distance recorder
see Odometer
see Trip odometer
Distance warning (warning lamp) .... 317
Distance warning function
Function/notes ................................ 73
DISTRONIC PLUS
Activating ....................................... 205
Activation conditions ..................... 205
Cruise control lever ....................... 205
Deactivating ................................... 210
Display message ............................ 297
Displays in the multifunction dis-
play ................................................ 209
Driving tips .................................... 210
Function/notes ............................. 203
Important safety notes .................. 204
Setting the specified minimum
distance ......................................... 208
Doors
Automatic locking (switch) ............... 92
Central locking/unlocking
(SmartKey) ....................................... 85
Control panel ................................... 40
Display message ............................ 304
Emergency locking ........................... 93
Emergency unlocking ....................... 92
Important safety notes .................... 91
Opening (from inside) ...................... 91
Power closing .................................. 92
Drinking and driving ......................... 196
Drive program
Automatic ...................................... 185
Manual ........................................... 186
Manual (AMG vehicles) .................. 187
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 269
Driver's/front-passenger seat
Stowage compartment .................. 324
Driver's door
see Doors
Driving abroad
Mercedes-Benz Service ................. 359
Symmetrical low beam .................. 142
Driving Assistance package ............. 242
Driving safety systems
ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) ....... 70
ADAPTIVE BRAKE ............................. 78
Adaptive Brake Assist ...................... 75
BAS (Brake Assist System) .............. 71
BAS PLUS with Cross-Traffic Assist .. 71
Index
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COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS ................................................ 73
Distance warning function ...............73
EBD (electronic brake force distri-
bution) ............................................. 78
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 76
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction
System) ........................................... 76
Important safety information ........... 70
Overview .......................................... 70
PRE-SAFE®Brake ............................. 78
STEER CONTROL ............................. 80
Driving system
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 212
Driving systems
360°camera .................................. 232
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 242
Active Body Control ABC ............... 215
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 245
Active Parking Assist ..................... 223
AIRMATIC ...................................... 218
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 236
Cruise control ................................ 201
Display message ............................ 292
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 203
Driving Assistance package ........... 242
HOLD function ............................... 214
Night View Assist Plus ................... 238
PARKTRONIC ................................. 220
Rear view camera .......................... 228
Driving tips
AMG ceramic brakes ..................... 199
Automatic transmission ................. 184
Brakes ........................................... 197
Break-in period .............................. 172
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 210
Downhill gradient ........................... 198
Drinking and driving ....................... 196
Driving abroad ............................... 142
Driving in winter ............................. 200
Driving on flooded roads ................ 200
Driving on wet roads ...................... 200
Exhaust check ............................... 196
Fuel ................................................ 196
General .......................................... 195
Hydroplaning ................................. 200
Icy road surfaces ........................... 200
Limited braking efficiency on
salted roads ................................... 198
Snow chains .................................. 393
Symmetrical low beam .................. 142
The first 1000 miles (1500 km) ..... 172
Wet road surface ........................... 198
DVD video
Operating (on-board computer) ..... 261
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EASY-ENTRY feature
Function/notes ............................. 133
EASY-EXIT feature
Crash-responsive ........................... 134
Function/notes ............................. 133
EBD (electronic brake force distribution)
Display message ............................ 274
Function/notes ................................ 78
ECO display
Function/notes ............................. 197
On-board computer ....................... 256
ECO start/stop function
Automatic engine start .................. 178
Automatic engine switch-off .......... 177
Climate control .............................. 157
Deactivating/activating ................. 178
General information ....................... 177
Important safety notes .................. 177
Introduction ................................... 177
Electronic Stability Program
see ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
Emergency
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 62
Emergency release
Driver's door .................................... 92
Trunk ............................................. 100
Vehicle ............................................. 92
Emergency Tensioning Devices
Activation ......................................... 59
Emissions control
Service and warranty information .... 23
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Index
Engine
Check Engine warning lamp ...........314
Display message ............................ 289
ECO start/stop function ................ 177
Engine number ............................... 431
Irregular running ............................ 180
Jump-starting ................................. 379
Starting problems .......................... 180
Starting the engine with the
SmartKey ....................................... 176
Starting with the Start/Stop but-
ton ................................................. 176
Switching off .................................. 193
Switching off with the Start/Stop
button ............................................ 193
Switching off with the vehicle key .. 193
Tow-starting (vehicle) ..................... 384
Engine electronics
Problem (malfunction) ................... 180
Engine emergency stop .................... 387
Engine oil
Adding ...........................................355
Additives ........................................ 434
Checking the oil level ..................... 353
Checking the oil level using the
dipstick .......................................... 353
Checking the oil level using the
on-board computer ........................ 355
Display message ............................ 291
Filling capacity ............................... 434
Notes about oil grades ................... 433
Notes on oil level/consumption .... 353
Temperature (on-board computer) .. 269
Viscosity ........................................ 434
ESP®(Electronic Stability Program)
AMG menu (on-board computer) ... 269
Characteristics ................................. 76
Deactivating/activating ................... 77
Display message ............................ 271
ETS/4ETS ........................................ 76
Function/notes ................................ 76
General notes .................................. 76
Important safety information ........... 76
Warning lamp ................................. 311
ETS/4ETS (Electronic Traction Sys-
tem) ...................................................... 76
Exhaust
see Exhaust pipe
Exhaust check ................................... 196
Exhaust pipe
Cleaning ......................................... 365
Exterior lighting
Cleaning ......................................... 363
see Lights
Exterior mirrors
Adjusting ....................................... 135
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 136
Folding in/out (automatically) ....... 135
Folding in/out (electrically) ........... 135
Out of position (troubleshooting) ... 136
Setting ........................................... 135
Storing settings (memory function) .. 137
Storing the parking position .......... 136
Eyeglasses compartment ................. 323
F
Features ............................................. 328
Filler cap
see Fuel filler flap
Filling capacities (Technical data) ... 431
Flat tire
Changing a wheel/mounting the
spare wheel ................................... 413
MOExtended tires .......................... 371
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 371
TIREFIT kit ...................................... 372
Floormats ........................................... 350
Folding table ...................................... 325
Front-passenger seat
Adjusting from the driver's seat ..... 118
Adjusting from the rear compart-
ment .............................................. 118
Fuel
Additives ........................................ 433
Consumption statistics .................. 256
Displaying the current consump-
tion ................................................ 255
Displaying the range ...................... 255
Driving tips .................................... 196
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Grade (gasoline) ............................ 432
Important safety notes .................. 432
Index
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Problem (malfunction) ...................192
Refueling ........................................ 189
Tank content/reserve fuel ............. 432
Fuel filler flap
Opening ......................................... 190
Fuel level
Calling up the range (on-board
computer) ...................................... 255
Fuel tank
Capacity ........................................ 432
Problem (malfunction) ................... 192
Fuses
Allocation chart .............................387
Before changing .............................385
Dashboard fuse box ....................... 385
Engine emergency stop ................. 387
Fuse box in the engine compart-
ment .............................................. 386
Fuse box in the front-passenger
footwell .......................................... 386
Fuse box in the trunk ..................... 387
Important safety notes .................. 385
G
Garage door opener
Clearing the memory ..................... 350
General notes ................................ 347
Important safety notes .................. 347
Opening/closing the garage door .. 349
Programming (button in the rear-
view mirror) ................................... 347
Gasoline ............................................. 432
Gear indicator (on-board computer) .. 269
Genuine parts ...................................... 22
Glove box ...........................................323
Head restraint
EASY ADJUST luxury head restraint .. 126
Head restraints
Adjusting ....................................... 125
Adjusting (manually) ......................125
Adjusting (rear) .............................. 127
Luxury ............................................ 126
Supplementary cushion ................. 127
Head-up display
Adjusting the brightness ................ 267
Function/notes .............................253
Important safety notes .................. 253
Setting the position ....................... 266
Switching on or off ......................... 253
Switching the display on/off ......... 266
Heating
see Climate control
High beam flasher .............................144
High-beam headlamps
Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS .... 145
Display message ............................ 287
Switching on/off ........................... 144
Hill start assist .................................. 176
HOLD function
Activating ....................................... 214
Deactivating ................................... 215
Display message ............................ 297
Function/notes .............................214
Hood
Closing ...........................................353
Display message ............................ 304
Important safety notes .................. 352
Opening ......................................... 352
Horn ...................................................... 32
Hydroplaning ..................................... 200
H
Handbrake
see Parking brake
HANDS-FREE ACCESS .......................... 97
Hazard warning lamps ......................144
Head bags
Display message ............................ 283
Headlamps
Fogging up ..................................... 147
see Automatic headlamp mode
I
Ignition lock
see Key positions
Immobilizer .......................................... 80
Indicator and warning lamps
COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST
PLUS .............................................. 317
Indicator lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
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Index
Indicators
see Turn signals
Instrument cluster
Overview .......................................... 33
Warning and indicator lamps ...........34
Instrument cluster lighting ................ 35
Interior lighting
Control ...........................................147
Emergency lighting ........................ 148
Overview ........................................ 147
Reading lamp ................................. 147
J
Jack
Using ............................................. 415
Jump starting (engine) ......................379
K
KEYLESS-GO
Convenience closing feature .......... 102
Deactivation ..................................... 85
Locking ............................................ 85
Unlocking ......................................... 85
Key positions
SmartKey ....................................... 173
Start/Stop button .......................... 173
Kickdown
Driving tips ....................................184
Knee bag .............................................. 53
L
Lamps
see Warning and indicator lamps
Lane Keeping Assist
see Active Lane Keeping Assist
LATCH-type (ISOFIX) child seat
anchors ................................................ 65
License plate lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 287
Light function, active
Display message ............................ 288
Lights
Adaptive Highbeam Assist PLUS .... 145
Automatic headlamp mode ............ 142
Cornering light function ................. 145
Driving abroad ............................... 142
Fogged up headlamps .................... 147
Hazard warning lamps ................... 144
High beam flasher .......................... 144
High-beam headlamps ................... 144
Light switch ................................... 142
Low-beam headlamps .................... 143
Parking lamps ................................ 143
Setting exterior lighting ................. 142
Standing lamps .............................. 143
Switching the daytime running
lamps on/off (on-board computer) .. 267
Switching the spotlight on/off ....... 267
Turn signals ................................... 144
see Interior lighting
see Replacing bulbs
Light sensor (display message) ....... 288
Loading guidelines ............................ 322
Locking
see Central locking
Locking (doors)
Automatic ........................................ 92
Emergency locking ........................... 93
From inside (central locking but-
ton) ..................................................91
Locking centrally
see Central locking
Low-beam headlamps
Display message ............................ 286
Setting for driving abroad (sym-
metrical) ........................................ 142
Switching on/off ...........................143
Lumbar support
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 128
Luxury head restraints ..................... 126
M
M+S tires ............................................ 392
Magic Body Control ........................... 215
MAGIC SKY CONTROL ....................... 108
Malfunction message
see Display messages
Matte finish (cleaning instructions) .. 362
MBC
see Magic Body Control
Index
13
mbrace
Call priority .................................... 342
Display message ............................ 277
Downloading destinations
(COMAND) ..................................... 343
Downloading routes .......................346
Emergency call .............................. 340
General notes ................................ 338
Geo fencing ................................... 346
Locating a stolen vehicle ...............345
MB info call button ........................ 342
Remote vehicle locking .................. 344
Roadside Assistance button .......... 341
Search & Send ............................... 343
Self-test ......................................... 339
Speed alert ....................................346
System .......................................... 339
Triggering the vehicle alarm ........... 346
Vehicle remote malfunction diag-
nosis .............................................. 345
Vehicle remote unlocking .............. 344
Mechanical key
Function/notes ................................ 87
Inserting .......................................... 87
Locking vehicle ................................ 93
Removing ......................................... 87
Unlocking the driver's door .............. 92
Media Interface
see Separate operating instructions
Memory card (audio) ......................... 260
Memory function
In the rear compartment ................ 138
Seats, steering wheel, exterior
mirrors ...........................................137
Storing settings (rear compart-
ment) ............................................. 139
Mercedes Benz Intelligent Drive
DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ...............212
Mercedes-Benz Intelligent Drive
360°camera .................................. 232
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .......... 70
Active Blind Spot Assist ................. 242
Active Lane Keeping Assist ............ 245
Active Parking Assist ..................... 223
ATTENTION ASSIST ........................ 236
BAS (Brake Assist) ........................... 71
BAS PLUS (Brake Assist PLUS)
with Cross-Traffic Assist .................. 71
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with
MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ...............215
Crosswind Assist (vehicles with-
out MAGIC BODY CONTROL) ........... 77
Cruise control ................................ 201
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 203
ESP®(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 76
General notes ................................ 201
MAGIC BODY CONTROL ................ 215
Night View Assist Plus ................... 238
PARKTRONIC ................................. 220
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 61
PRE-SAFE®Brake .............................78
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 62
Rear view camera .......................... 228
ROAD SURFACE SCAN .................. 217
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 270
Messages
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Mirror turn signal
Cleaning ......................................... 363
Mobile phone
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 261
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ...........................................86
MOExtended tires .............................. 371
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 419
Mounting a new wheel ................... 418
Preparing the vehicle .....................414
Raising the vehicle ......................... 415
Removing a wheel .......................... 418
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 414
MP3
Operation ....................................... 260
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Multicontour seat .............................. 128
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................. 252
Permanent display ......................... 268
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 251
Overview .......................................... 35
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 257
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating ................. 240
Cleaning .........................................365
Display message ............................ 296
Function/notes .............................238
Problem (malfunction) ................... 242
Switching automatic activation
on/off ............................................ 264
Notes on breaking-in a new vehicle .. 172
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 54
Faults ............................................... 58
Operation ......................................... 55
System self-test ............................... 57
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 62
Children in the vehicle ..................... 63
Important safety notes .................... 45
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 70
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 61
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 54
Faults ............................................... 58
Operation ......................................... 55
System self-test ............................... 57
Odometer ...........................................255
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
AMG menu ..................................... 269
Assistance graphic menu ...............263
Assistance menu ........................... 264
Displaying a service message ........358
Display messages .......................... 270
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 209
Factory settings .............................268
Head-up display ............................. 253
Important safety notes .................. 250
Instrument cluster menu ............... 267
Lights menu ................................... 267
Media menu ................................... 260
Menu overview .............................. 255
Message memory .......................... 270
Navigation menu ............................ 257
Operation ....................................... 251
Radio menu ................................... 259
Service menu ................................. 263
Settings menu ............................... 263
Standard display ............................ 255
Telephone menu ............................ 261
Trip menu ...................................... 255
Video DVD operation ..................... 261
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Important safety notes .................... 25
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operator's Manual
Overview .......................................... 23
Vehicle equipment ........................... 23
Outside temperature display ........... 250
Overhead control panel ...................... 39
Override feature
Rear side windows ........................... 69
P
Paint code number ............................ 430
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 361
Panic alarm .......................................... 44
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel
Important safety notes .................. 104
Opening/closing ............................ 105
Problem (malfunction) ................... 111
Resetting ....................................... 109
Index
15
Parcel net hooks ...............................326
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 192
Parking brake ................................ 194
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ............................... 136
Rear view camera .......................... 228
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 223
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC
Parking brake
Display message ............................ 274
Electric parking brake .................... 194
Warning lamp ................................. 313
Parking lamps
Switching on/off ........................... 143
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 222
Driving system ............................... 220
Function/notes .............................220
Important safety notes .................. 220
Problem (malfunction) ................... 223
Range of the sensors ..................... 220
Warning display ............................. 221
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF
Indicator lamp .................................. 45
Problems (malfunction) .................. 285
Perfume atomizer
Operating ....................................... 166
Perfume vial ................................... 166
Problem (malfunction) ................... 168
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 70
Plastic trim (cleaning instructions) .. 366
Power locks ......................................... 92
Power washers .................................. 361
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE®(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Display message ............................ 277
Operation ......................................... 61
PRE-SAFE®Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 265
Display message ............................ 279
Function/notes ................................ 78
Important safety notes .................... 78
Warning lamp ................................. 317
PRE-SAFE®PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS)
Operation ......................................... 62
Program selector button .................. 184
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system) ......... 81
Immobilizer ...................................... 80
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 22
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 176
General notes ................................ 176
Hill start assist ............................... 176
Q
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 259
Radio-wave reception/transmission in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 26
Reading lamp ..................................... 147
Rear compartment
Activating/deactivating climate
control ........................................... 157
Setting the air distribution ............. 162
Setting the airflow ......................... 162
Setting the air vents ...................... 169
Setting the temperature ................ 161
Stowage compartment .................. 324
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seats
Adjusting ....................................... 117
Adjusting a rear reclining seat ....... 117
Overview .......................................... 41
Setting the reclined position .......... 117
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Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 364
Function/notes .............................228
Switching on/off ........................... 229
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) ........................ 134
Dipping (automatic) ....................... 136
Rear window blind ............................ 331
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 165
Switching on/off ........................... 164
Refrigerant (air-conditioning system)
Important safety notes .................. 436
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 189
Refueling process .......................... 190
see Fuel
Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 347
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 347
Replacing bulbs
General notes ................................ 149
Reporting safety defects .................... 27
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 292
Warning lamp ................................. 314
Residual heat (climate control) ........ 165
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 282
Introduction ..................................... 44
Warning lamp ................................. 313
Warning lamp (function) ................... 45
Reversing feature
Panorama sliding sunroof .............. 105
Roller sunblinds ............................. 106
Side windows ................................. 100
Trunk lid ........................................... 94
Reversing lamps (display message) .. 288
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 24
ROAD SURFACE SCAN ....................... 217
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof with power tilt/
sliding panel .................................. 106
Rear side windows ......................... 331
Rear window .................................. 331
Roller sunblind of the panorama
roof with power tilt/sliding panel
Operating (front roller sunblind) .... 107
Operating (rear roller sunblind) ...... 107
Roof carrier ........................................ 327
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 367
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 437
S
Safety
Children in the vehicle ..................... 63
Child restraint systems .................... 64
Occupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 54
see Operating safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
Seat
Multicontour seat in the rear com-
partment ........................................ 128
Seat belt buckle extender
Display message ............................ 280
Seat belt extender
Function/notes ................................ 50
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ......................... 50
Adjusting the height ......................... 49
Cleaning ......................................... 367
Correct usage .................................. 48
Fastening ......................................... 49
Important safety guidelines ............. 46
Introduction ..................................... 46
Releasing ......................................... 50
Seat belt extender ........................... 50
Warning lamp ................................. 307
Warning lamp (function) ................... 50
Seating
Seating comfort package ............... 128
Seating comfort package ................. 128
Index
17
Seats
Active multicontour seat ................128
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 116
Adjusting (rear compartment) ........117
Adjusting the 4-way lumbar sup-
port ................................................ 128
Adjusting the head restraint .......... 125
Chauffeur mode .............................121
Cleaning the cover ......................... 366
Correct driver's seat position ........114
Display message ............................ 304
EASY-ENTRY/EXIT system ............. 133
Important safety notes .................. 115
Multicontour seat .......................... 128
Seat heating .................................. 129
Seat heating problem .................... 130
Seat ventilation .............................. 130
Seat ventilation problem ................ 131
Storing settings (memory function) .. 137
Switching seat heating on/off ....... 129
Switching seat ventilation on/off .. 130
Section
Wheels and tires ............................ 390
Selector lever
Cleaning ......................................... 366
see Automatic transmission
Sensors (cleaning instructions) ....... 363
Service menu (on-board computer) .. 263
Service products
Brake fluid ..................................... 434
Coolant (engine) ............................ 435
Engine oil ....................................... 433
Fuel ................................................ 432
Important safety notes .................. 431
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-
tem) ............................................... 436
Washer fluid ................................... 436
Settings
Factory (on-board computer) ......... 268
On-board computer ....................... 263
SETUP (on-board computer) ............. 269
Side impact air bag .............................53
Side marker lamp (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 288
Side windows
Cleaning ......................................... 362
Convenience closing feature ..........102
Convenience opening feature ........101
Important safety information ......... 100
Opening/closing ............................ 101
Problem (malfunction) ................... 104
Resetting ....................................... 103
Sliding sunroof
see Panorama roof with power
tilt/sliding panel
SmartKey
Changing the battery ....................... 88
Changing the programming ............. 86
Checking the battery ....................... 88
Convenience closing feature .......... 102
Convenience opening feature ........101
Display message ............................ 305
Door central locking/unlocking ....... 85
Important safety notes .................... 84
Loss ................................................. 89
Mechanical key ................................ 87
Overview .......................................... 84
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 173
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 89
Starting the engine ........................ 176
Snow chains ...................................... 393
Sockets
Center console .............................. 334
General notes ................................ 334
Rear compartment ......................... 334
Trunk ............................................. 335
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Special seat belt retractor .................. 63
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
Activating/deactivating the addi-
tional speedometer ........................ 268
Digital ............................................ 256
In the Instrument cluster ................. 33
Selecting the unit of measurement .. 267
see Instrument cluster
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 288
Switching on/off ........................... 143
Start/Stop button
Removing ....................................... 175
Starting the engine ........................ 176
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Index
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 175
STEER CONTROL ..................................80
Steering
Warning lamps ...............................319
Steering (display message) .............. 305
Steering Assist and Stop&Go Pilot
(DISTRONIC PLUS)
Display message ............................ 299
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ................... 131
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 251
Cleaning ......................................... 366
EASY ENTRY/EXIT feature ............. 133
Important safety notes .................. 131
Paddle shifters ............................... 185
Steering wheel heating .................. 132
Storing settings (memory function) .. 137
Steering wheel heating
Problem (malfunction) ................... 133
Switching on/off ........................... 132
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........185
Stowage areas ................................... 322
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) .............................324
Center console .............................. 323
Center console in rear compart-
ment .............................................. 325
Cup holders ................................... 328
Door ............................................... 324
Eyeglasses compartment ...............323
Glove box ....................................... 323
Important safety information ......... 322
Rear ............................................... 324
Rear seat backrest ......................... 325
Stowage net ................................... 326
Under driver's seat/front-
passenger seat .............................. 324
Stowage net ....................................... 326
Stowage space
Folding table .................................. 325
Parcel net retainers ....................... 326
Securing a load .............................. 326
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 326
Summer tires
In winter ........................................ 392
Sun visor ............................................ 330
Suspension tuning
Active Body Control ABC ............... 216
AIRMATIC ...................................... 218
SETUP (on-board computer) .......... 269
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 165
T
Tachometer ........................................ 250
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 287
see Lights
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 431
Information .................................... 430
Tires/wheels ................................. 419
Vehicle data ................................... 437
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 262
Display message ............................ 305
Introduction ................................... 261
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 261
Number from the phone book ........ 262
Redialing ........................................ 262
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 262
Temperature
Coolant .......................................... 250
Engine oil (on-board computer) ...... 269
Outside temperature ...................... 250
Setting (climate control) ................ 161
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 372
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 397
Checking manually ........................ 396
Display message ............................ 300
Important safety notes .................. 397
Maximum ....................................... 396
Notes ............................................. 395
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 374
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 374
Recommended ............................... 393
Index
19
Tire pressure loss warning system
General notes ................................ 400
Important safety notes .................. 400
Restarting ...................................... 400
Tire pressure monitor
Radio type approval for the tire
pressure monitor ........................... 400
Tire pressure monitoring system
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 398
Function/notes ............................. 397
General notes ................................ 397
Important safety notes .................. 397
Restarting ...................................... 399
Warning lamp ................................. 318
Warning message .......................... 399
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 412
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 411
Bar (definition) ............................... 411
Changing a wheel .......................... 413
Characteristics .............................. 411
Checking ........................................ 391
Curb weight (definition) ................. 412
Definition of terms ......................... 411
Direction of rotation ...................... 414
Display message ............................ 300
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 413
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 410
DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 411
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 411
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 412
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 412
Important safety notes .................. 390
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 411
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 412
Labeling (overview) ........................ 407
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 413
Load index ..................................... 410
Load index (definition) ................... 412
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 412
Maximum load on a tire (definition) .. 412
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 412
Maximum tire load ......................... 410
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 412
MOExtended tires .......................... 392
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 413
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 412
Replacing ....................................... 413
Service life ..................................... 392
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 413
Speed rating (definition) ................ 412
Storing ........................................... 414
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 411
Summer tires in winter .................. 392
Temperature .................................. 407
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 413
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 413
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 412
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 411
Tire size (data) ............................... 419
Tire size designation, load-bearing
capacity, speed rating .................... 407
Tire tread ....................................... 391
Tire tread (definition) ..................... 413
Total load limit (definition) ............. 413
Traction ......................................... 406
Traction (definition) ....................... 413
Tread wear ..................................... 406
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards ...................................... 406
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Standards (definition) .................... 411
Wear indicator (definition) ............. 413
Wheel and tire combination ........... 421
Wheel rim (definition) .................... 411
see Flat tire
Top Tether ............................................ 66
Towing
Important safety guidelines ........... 382
Installing the towing eye ................ 383
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Notes for 4MATIC vehicles ............ 384
Removing the towing eye ............... 383
With the rear axle raised ................ 383
Towing away
With both axles on the ground ....... 384
Towing eye .........................................370
Tow-starting
Emergency engine starting ............ 384
Important safety notes .................. 382
Transfer case ..................................... 189
Transmission
see Automatic transmission
Transporting the vehicle .................. 384
Trim pieces (cleaning instructions) .. 366
Trip computer (on-board computer) .. 256
Trip odometer
Calling up ....................................... 255
Resetting (on-board computer) ...... 257
Trunk
Emergency release .......................... 99
Important safety notes .................... 94
Locking separately ........................... 99
Opening/closing (automatically
from inside) ...................................... 98
Opening/closing (automatically
from outside) ................................... 95
Opening/closing (from outside,
HANDS-FREE ACCESS) .................... 97
Opening/closing (manually from
outside) ............................................ 95
Power closing .................................. 92
Trunk lid
Display message ............................ 304
Obstacle recognition ........................ 94
Opening/closing .............................. 94
Opening dimensions ......................437
Trunk load (maximum) ......................437
Turn signals
Display message ............................ 286
Switching on/off ........................... 144
Two-way radio
Windshield (infrared reflective) ...... 350
Type identification plate
see Vehicle identification plate
U
Unlocking
Emergency unlocking ....................... 92
From inside the vehicle (central
unlocking button) .............................91
V
Vanity mirror (in the sun visor) ........ 330
Vehicle
Correct use ...................................... 27
Data acquisition ............................... 28
Display message ............................ 303
Equipment ....................................... 23
Individual settings .......................... 263
Limited Warranty ............................. 28
Loading .......................................... 401
Locking (in an emergency) ............... 93
Locking (SmartKey) .......................... 85
Lowering ........................................ 419
Maintenance .................................... 24
Operating safety .............................. 25
Parking for a long period ................ 195
Pulling away ................................... 176
Raising ........................................... 415
Reporting problems ......................... 27
Securing from rolling away ............ 414
Towing away .................................. 382
Transporting .................................. 384
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 92
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 85
Vehicle data ................................... 437
Vehicle data
Roof load (maximum) ..................... 437
Trunk load (maximum) ................... 437
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 437
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 93
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 430
Vehicle level
Active Body Control ABC ............... 215
Display message ............................ 293
Vehicle maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 370
Index
21
Video
Operating the DVD ......................... 261
VIN ...................................................... 430
W
Warning and indicator lamps
ABS ................................................ 309
Brakes ........................................... 308
Check Engine ................................. 314
Coolant .......................................... 315
Distance warning ........................... 317
ESP®.............................................. 311
ESP®OFF ....................................... 312
Overview .......................................... 34
Parking brake ................................ 313
PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF ............... 45
Reserve fuel ................................... 314
Restraint system ............................ 313
Seat belt ........................................ 307
Steering ......................................... 319
Tire pressure monitor .................... 318
Warranty .............................................. 23
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 305
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 419
Wheel chock ...................................... 414
Wheels
Changing a wheel .......................... 413
Checking ........................................ 391
Cleaning ......................................... 362
Cleaning (warning) ......................... 414
Important safety notes .................. 390
Interchanging/changing ................ 413
Mounting a new wheel ................... 418
Mounting a wheel .......................... 414
Removing a wheel .......................... 418
Storing ........................................... 414
Tightening torque ........................... 419
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 419
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 54
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 163
Infrared reflective .......................... 350
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 357
Notes ............................................. 436
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 152
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 150
Switching on/off ........................... 149
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 392
Slippery road surfaces ................... 200
Snow chains .................................. 393
Winter operation
Summer tires ................................. 392
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 392
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 363
Important safety notes .................. 150
Replacing ....................................... 150
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 366
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
Introduction
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Protection of the environment
General notes
Environmental note
H
Daimler's declared policy is one of comprehensive environmental protection.
The objectives are for the natural resources
that form the basis of our existence on this
planet to be used sparingly and in a manner
that takes the requirements of both nature
and humanity into account.
You too can help to protect the environment
by operating your vehicle in an environmentally responsible manner.
Fuel consumption and the rate of engine,
transmission, brake and tire wear are affected
by these factors:
R
operating conditions of your vehicle
R
your personal driving style
You can influence both factors. You should
bear the following in mind:
Operating conditions:
R
avoid short trips as these increase fuel consumption.
R
always make sure that the tire pressures
are correct.
R
do not carry any unnecessary weight.
R
remove roof racks once you no longer need
them.
R
a regularly serviced vehicle will contribute
to environmental protection. You should
therefore adhere to the service intervals.
R
always have service work carried out at a
qualified specialist workshop.
Personal driving style:
R
do not depress the accelerator pedal when
starting the engine.
R
do not warm up the engine when the vehicle
is stationary.
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drive carefully and maintain a safe distance
from the vehicle in front.
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avoid frequent, sudden acceleration and
braking.
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change gear in good time and use each gear
only up to Ô of its maximum engine speed.
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switch off the engine in stationary traffic.
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keep an eye on the vehicle's fuel consumption.
Environmental note
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Have a defective high-voltage battery disposed of in an environmentally-responsible
manner. Contact a qualified specialist workshop which has the necessary specialist
knowledge and tools to carry out the work
required. Mercedes-Benz recommends that
you use an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
for this purpose.
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
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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-
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ces, as well as control units and sensors for
these restraint systems, may be installed in
the following areas of your vehicle:
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doors
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door pillars
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door sills
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seats
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cockpit
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instrument cluster
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center console
Do not install accessories such as audio
systems in these areas. Do not carry out
repairs or welding. You could impair the
operating efficiency of the restraint systems.
Have aftermarket accessories installed at a
qualified specialist workshop.
You could jeopardize the operating safety of
your vehicle if you use parts, tires and wheels
as well as accessories relevant to safety
which have not been approved by Mercedes.
This could lead to malfunctions in safety-relevant systems, e.g. the brake system. Use
only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts or parts of
equal quality. Only use tires, wheels and
accessories that have been specifically
approved for your vehicle.
Genuine Mercedes-Benz parts are subject to
strict quality control. Every part has been specifically developed, manufactured or selected
for and adapted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles.
Only genuine Mercedes-Benz parts should
therefore be used.
More than 300,000 different genuine
Mercedes-Benz parts are available for
Mercedes-Benz models.
All authorized Mercedes-Benz Centers maintain a supply of genuine Mercedes-Benz parts
for necessary service and repair work. In addition, strategically located parts delivery centers provide quick and reliable parts service.
Always specify the vehicle identification number (VIN) when ordering genuine MercedesBenz parts (Y page 430).
Operator's Manual
Vehicle equipment
This Operator's Manual describes all models
and all standard and optional equipment of
your vehicle available at the time of going to
print. Country-specific differences are possible. Bear in mind that your vehicle may not
feature all functions described here. This also
applies to safety-relevant systems and functions. The equipment in your vehicle may
therefore differ from that shown in the
descriptions and illustrations.
The original purchase agreement lists all systems installed in your vehicle.
Should you have any questions concerning
equipment and operation, please consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center.
The Operator's Manual and Maintenance
Booklet are important documents and should
be kept in the vehicle.
Service and vehicle operation
Warranty
The implied 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:
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New Vehicle Limited Warranty
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Emission System Warranty
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Emission Performance Warranty
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California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode
Island and Vermont Emission Control System Warranty
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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 War-
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ranty Information booklet, have an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center arrange for a
replacement. The new Service and Warranty Information booklet will be posted to
you.
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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 malfunc-
tion results in a condition that is likely to
cause death or serious bodily injury if the
vehicle is driven, that defect or malfunction has been subject to repair two or
more times, and you have directly notified Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC in writing
of the need for its repair,
(2) the same substantial defect or malfunc-
tion of a less serious nature than category (1) has been subject to repair four or
more times and you have directly notified
us in writing of the need for its repair, or
(3) the vehicle is out of service by reason of
repair of the same or different substantial
defects or malfunctions for a cumulative
total of more than 30 calendar days.
Please send your written notice to:
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
Customer Assistance Center
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
Maintenance
The Service and Warranty Booklet describes
all the necessary maintenance work which
should be done at regular intervals.
Always have the Service and Warranty Booklet with you when you bring the vehicle to an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center. The
service advisor will record every service for
you in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Roadside Assistance
The Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance
Program offers technical help in the event of a
breakdown. Calls to the toll-free Roadside
Assistance Hotline are answered by our
agents 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372)
(USA)
1-800-387-0100 (Canada)
For additional information, refer to the
Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure (USA) or the "Roadside Assistance" section in the Service and Warranty
booklet (Canada). You will find both in your
vehicle literature portfolio.
Change of address or change of ownership
In the event of a change of address, please
send us the "Notification of Address Change"
in the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service Center (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100. This will assist us in contacting you in a timely manner should the
need arise.
If you sell your Mercedes, please leave the
entire literature in the vehicle so that it is
available to the next owner.
If you have purchased a used car, please send
us the "Notification of Used Car Purchase" in
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the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCedes(1-800-367-6372) or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
Vehicle operation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
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service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
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unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic converter.
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the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Important safety notes
WARNING
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If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or
system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/maintenance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you switch off the ignition while driving,
safety-relevant functions are only available
with limitations, or not at all. This could affect,
for example, the power steering and the brake
boosting effect. You will require considerably
more effort to steer and brake. There is a risk
of an accident.
Do not switch off the ignition while driving.
WARNING
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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
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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.
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If you make any changes to the vehicle electronics, the general operating permit is rendered invalid.
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
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you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
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a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires
could be damaged without the damage
being visible. Components damaged in this
way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of
an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch
fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on continuing your journey you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
visit a qualified specialist workshop.
There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
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the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
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you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
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a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
In situations like this, the body, the undercarriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires
could be damaged without the damage
being visible. Components damaged in this
way can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of
an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
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,
visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) These devices may not cause harmful interference, and 2) These devices must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment."
Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
WARNING
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If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result,
the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnostics connection in the vehicle.
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alterations, installation work and modifications
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WARNING
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Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use
loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
If the engine is switched off and equip-
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ment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring
information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test during the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the necessary specialist knowledge, tools and qualifications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the
case for work relevant to safety.
Observe the notes in the Maintenance Booklet.
Always have the following work carried out at
an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center:
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work relevant to safety
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service and maintenance work
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repair work
Correct use
If you remove any warning stickers, you or
others could fail to recognize certain dangers.
Leave warning stickers in position.
Observe the following information when driving your vehicle:
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the safety notes in this manual
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the Technical Data section in this manual
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traffic rules and regulations
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laws and safety standards pertaining to
motor vehicles
Problems with your vehicle
If you should experience a problem with your
vehicle, particularly one that you believe may
affect its safe operation, we urge you to contact an authorized Mercedes-Benz Center
immediately to have the problem diagnosed
and rectified. If the problem is not resolved to
your satisfaction, please discuss the problem
again with a Mercedes-Benz Center or contact us at one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Customer Assistance Center
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Customer Relations Department
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Reporting safety defects
USA only:
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The following text is published as required of
manufacturers under Title 49, Code of U.S.
Federal Regulations, Part 575 pursuant to the
"National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act
of 1966".
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately
inform the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may
open an investigation, and if it finds that a
safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it
may order a recall and remedy campaign.
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in
individual problems between you, your
dealer, or Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle
Safety Hotline toll-free at
1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go
to 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
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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.
Data stored in the vehicle
Data recording
This vehicle is capable of recording diagnostic
information relating to vehicle operation, malfunctions, and user settings. This may include
information about the performance or status
of various systems, including but not limited
to, engine, throttle, steering or brake systems, that is stored and can be read out with
suitable devices, particularly when the vehicle is serviced. The data obtained is used to
properly diagnose and service your vehicle or
to further optimize and develop vehicle functions.
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 and/or the mbrace
Terms and Conditions.
Event data recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR
is to record data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed
in certain crash or near crash-like situations,
such as during air bag deployment or when
hitting a road obstacle. The EDR is designed
to record data related to vehicle dynamics
and safety systems for a short period of time,
typically 30 seconds or less.
The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record
such data as:
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how various systems in your vehicle are
operating
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whether or not the driver and passenger
seat belts are fastened
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how far (if at all) the driver is depressing the
accelerator and/or brake pedal and
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how fast the vehicle is traveling
This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which
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