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Opening and closing the side trim

panels ................................................. 132

Operating safety

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

Important safety notes .................... 27

Operating system

see On-board computer

Operator's Manual

Vehicle equipment ........................... 25

Outside temperature display ........... 267

Overhead control panel ...................... 41

Override feature

Rear side windows ........................... 67

Paint code number ............................ 446

Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 373

Panic alarm .......................................... 44

Panorama roof with power tilt/

sliding panel

Important safety notes .................... 97

Opening/closing .............................. 99

Opening/closing the roller sun-

blind ............................................... 100

Problem (malfunction) ................... 101

Resetting ....................................... 100

Parking

Important safety notes .................. 182

Parking brake ................................ 184

Position of exterior mirror, front-

passenger side ............................... 116

Rear view camera .......................... 224

see PARKTRONIC

Parking aid

Active Parking Assist ..................... 220

see Exterior mirrors

see PARKTRONIC

Parking assistance

see PARKTRONIC

Parking brake

Display message ............................ 288

Electric parking brake .................... 184

Warning lamp ................................. 326

Parking lamps

Switching on/off ........................... 122

Parking lamps (changing bulbs) ...... 131

PARKTRONIC

Deactivating/activating ................. 219

Driving system ............................... 217

Function/notes ............................. 217

Important safety notes .................. 217

Problem (malfunction) ................... 220

Range of the sensors ..................... 217

Trailer towing ................................. 219

Warning display ............................. 218

PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF

Indicator lamp .................................. 45

Problems (malfunction) .................. 295

Pets in the vehicle ............................... 67

Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-

tions) .................................................. 378

Power closing feature ......................... 88

Power washers .................................. 373

Power windows

see Side windows

PRE-SAFE

(anticipatory occupant

protection)

Display message ............................ 291

Operation ......................................... 60

PRE-SAFE

Brake

Activating/deactivating ................. 276

Display message ............................ 293

Function/notes ................................ 75

Warning lamp ................................. 330

Program selector button .................. 172

Protection of the environment

General notes .................................. 24

Pulling away

Trailer ............................................ 161

Pulling away (automatic transmis-

sion) .................................................... 160

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

RACETIMER (on-board computer) .... 282

Radar sensor system

Activating/deactivating ................. 279

Display message ............................ 307

Radiator cover ................................... 367

Index

Summary of Contents for 2001 M-Class

Page 1: ...M Class Operator s Manual Order no 6515 0530 13 Part no 1665844501 Edition A 2015 1665844501L 1665844501 M Class Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...is a registered trademark of iBiq uity Digital Corporation RGracenote is a registered trademark of Gracenote Inc RZAGATSurvey and related brands are reg istered trademarks of ZagatSurvey LLC In this O...

Page 3: ...depending on Rmodel Rorder Rcountry specification Ravailability Mercedes Benz therefore reserves the right to introduce changes in the following areas Rdesign Requipment Rtechnical features The equipm...

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Page 5: ...eats steering wheel and mirrors 103 Lights and windshield wipers 119 Climate control 137 Driving and parking 155 On board computer and displays 265 Stowage and features 333 Maintenance and care 365 Br...

Page 6: ...xiting a parking space 223 Function notes 220 Important safety notes 220 Parking 222 Towing a trailer 224 ADAPTIVE BRAKE 75 Adaptive Brake Assist Display message 292 Function notes 71 Adaptive damping...

Page 7: ...orized workshop see Qualified specialist workshop AUTO lights Display message 300 see Lights Automatic car wash care 372 Automatic engine start ECO start stop function 163 Automatic engine switch off...

Page 8: ...enance 189 Parking brake 184 Riding tips 188 Warning lamp 320 Breakdown see Flat tire see Towing away Brightness control instrument cluster lighting 35 Bulbs see Replacing bulbs C California Important...

Page 9: ...144 Defrosting the windows 150 Defrosting the windshield 149 Dual zone automatic climate con trol 139 General notes 138 Indicator lamp 146 Information about using auto matic climate control 144 Maximu...

Page 10: ...nt safety notes 345 Rear compartment 346 Temperature controlled 346 Customer Assistance Center CAC 29 Customer Relations Department 29 D Dashboard see Instrument cluster Data see Technical data Daytim...

Page 11: ...vehicles with the ON OFFROAD package 251 SETUP on board computer 281 see On road programs Driver s door see Doors Driving abroad Mercedes Benz Service 371 Symmetrical low beam 120 Driving in mountaino...

Page 12: ...age 306 Function notes 250 DVD video Operating on board computer 273 E EASY ENTRY feature Activating deactivating 279 Function notes 113 EASY EXIT feature Crash responsive 114 Function notes 113 Switc...

Page 13: ...ler stabilization 74 Warning lamp 323 ETS 4ETS Electronic Traction Sys tem 72 Exhaust check 186 Exhaust pipe cleaning instruc tions 376 Exterior lighting see Lights Exterior mirrors Adjusting 114 Dipp...

Page 14: ...unction 125 Fogging up 127 see Automatic headlamp mode Head restraints Adjusting 106 Adjusting electrically 107 Adjusting manually 107 Adjusting rear 108 Installing removing rear 108 Luxury 107 Heatin...

Page 15: ...n notes 213 Important safety notes 213 Level control vehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Basic settings 207 Function notes 206 Important safety notes 206 License plate lamp display mes sage 298 Light...

Page 16: ...tton 355 Remote vehicle locking 358 Roadside Assistance button 354 Search Send 357 Self test 353 Speed alert 360 System 353 Triggering the vehicle alarm 360 Vehicle remote malfunction diag nosis 359 V...

Page 17: ...programs vehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Displays in the COMAND display 255 Function notes 251 Off road program 1 252 Off road program 2 252 Off road system 4MATIC 249 DSR 250 LOW RANGE off road...

Page 18: ...play message 288 Electric parking brake 184 Warning lamp 326 Parking lamps Switching on off 122 Parking lamps changing bulbs 131 PARKTRONIC Deactivating activating 219 Driving system 217 Function note...

Page 19: ...ew of bulb types 129 Removing replacing the cover front wheel arch 130 Reporting safety defects 29 Reserve fuel tank see Fuel Reserve fuel Display message 302 Warning lamp 327 see Fuel Residual heat c...

Page 20: ...air distribution 148 Setting the airflow 148 SETUP on board computer 281 Side impact air bag 52 Side marker lamp display mes sage 299 Side marker lamps changing bulbs 131 Side windows Cleaning 375 Con...

Page 21: ...Important safety information 335 Stowage net 337 Stowage net 337 Summer tires 402 Sun visor 347 Surround lighting on board com puter 278 Suspension tuning AMG adaptive sport suspension system 216 SET...

Page 22: ...Important safety notes 407 Restarting 408 Tire pressure monitor Checking the tire pressure elec tronically 410 Function notes 408 General notes 408 Important safety notes 409 Radio type approval for...

Page 23: ...Towing a trailer Active Parking Assist 224 Axle load permissible 460 Cleaning the trailer tow hitch 376 Coupling up a trailer 259 Decoupling a trailer 261 Driving tips 257 ESP Electronic Stability Pro...

Page 24: ...s 29 Securing from rolling away 424 Towing away 393 Transporting 395 Unlocking in an emergency 88 Unlocking SmartKey 80 Vehicle data 456 Vehicle battery see Battery vehicle Vehicle data 456 Vehicle da...

Page 25: ...ng 149 Infrared reflective 364 Windshield washer fluid see Windshield washer system Windshield washer system Adding washer fluid 370 Notes 454 Windshield wipers Problem malfunction 136 Rear window wip...

Page 26: ...ngine Rdo not warm up the engine when the vehicle is stationary Rdrive carefully and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front Ravoid frequent sudden acceleration and braking Rchange gear in...

Page 27: ...that your vehicle may not feature all functions described here This also applies to safety relevant systems and func tions The equipment in your vehicle may therefore differ from that shown in the de...

Page 28: ...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...

Page 29: ...road conditions There is a risk of an accident Always adapt your speed and driving style to the vehicle s driving characteristics and to the prevailing road and weather conditions Utility vehicles hav...

Page 30: ...e 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 suc...

Page 31: ...quired on your vehicle This is especially the case for work relevant to safety Observe the notes in the Maintenance Book let Always have the following work carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz C...

Page 32: ...ion relating to vehicle operation mal functions and user settings This may include information about the performance or status of various systems including but not limited to engine throttle steering...

Page 33: ...nd all lia bility arising from the extraction of this infor mation by unauthorized Mercedes Benz per sonnel MBUSA will not share EDR data with others without the consent of the vehicle owners or if th...

Page 34: ...32...

Page 35: ...Cockpit 34 Instrument cluster 35 Multifunction steering wheel 37 Center console 38 Overhead control panel 41 Door control panel 42 33 At a glance...

Page 36: ...panel 41 D Climate control systems 138 E Ignition lock 157 Start Stop button 158 Function Page F Adjusts the steering wheel manually 111 G Adjusts the steering wheel electrically 111 Steering wheel he...

Page 37: ...plays and controls Function Page Speedometer with seg ments 267 Fuel gage Tachometer 267 Function Page Coolant temperature 266 A Multifunction display 268 B Instrument cluster lighting 266 Instrument...

Page 38: ...ada only B Electric parking brake yellow 326 C Distance warning 330 D Turn signals 123 E h Tire pressure monitor 331 Function Page F 6 Restraint system 44 G Seat belt 318 H Diesel engine pre glow 160...

Page 39: ...ends a call 273 Exits phone book redial memory 6 Makes or accepts a call Switches to the redial mem ory W X Adjusts the volume 8 Mute Function Page A Selects a menu 267 9 Selects a submenu or scrolls...

Page 40: ...MAND see the separate operating instructions c Seat heating 109 s Seat ventilation 110 c PARKTRONIC 217 A ECO start stop func tion 162 Function Page B Hazard warning lamps 124 C 4 5 PASSENGER AIR BAG...

Page 41: ...r see the separate operating instructions H d ON OFFROAD menu button 255 I LOW RANGE off road gear 253 Function Page J Level control 206 K DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 250 L p Manual drive program 17...

Page 42: ...structions H Selects the drive pro gram 172 Selects the drive program AMG vehicles 172 Function Page I DSR Downhill Speed Regulation 250 J Level control vehi cles with AIRMATIC pack age 213 K e Adapti...

Page 43: ...Opens closes the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel with roller sunblinds 99 Function Page C Eyeglasses compartment 336 D F Roadside Assistance call button mbrace sys tem 354 E G SOS button...

Page 44: ...ing wheel memory func tion 116 Adjusting the seats 105 A 7Z Adjusts and folds the exte rior mirrors in out electri cally 114 Function Page B W Opens closes the side windows 94 C q Opens closes the ta...

Page 45: ...Useful information 44 Panic alarm 44 Occupant safety 44 Children in the vehicle 61 Pets in the vehicle 67 Driving safety systems 67 Theft deterrent locking system 77 43 Safety...

Page 46: ...estraint system RChild seat securing system The components of the restraint system work in conjunction with each other They can only offer the intended level of protection if all vehicle occupants Rar...

Page 47: ...econds after the engine is started The components of the restraint system are in operational readiness A malfunction has occurred if the 6 restraint system warning lamp Rdoes not light up after the ig...

Page 48: ...for the front seat belts and the outer seat belts in the rear compartment RBelt force limiters If the seat belt is pulled quickly or suddenly from the belt sash guide the inertia reel locks The belt s...

Page 49: ...estraint system must be appropriate to the age weight and size of the child Ralways observe the instructions and safety notes in the Children in the vehicle sec tion of this Operator s Manual Y page 6...

Page 50: ...such items located on or in your clothing e g pens keys or eyeglasses store these in a suitable place Ronly one person is using a seat belt at a time Infants and children must never travel sit ting on...

Page 51: ...n adjusts the driver s and front passenger seat belt to the upper body of the occupants The belt strap is tightened slightly when Rthe belt tongue is engaged in the buckle and Rthe ignition is switche...

Page 52: ...isk of injury or even fatal injury To avoid hazardous situations always make sure that all of the vehicle s occupants Rhave fastened their seat belts correctly including pregnant women Rare sitting co...

Page 53: ...u 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 i...

Page 54: ...the seat backrest When deployed the side impact air bag offers additional protection for the thorax Further more on the front seats additional protection is offered for the pelvis However it does not...

Page 55: ...eat backrest Rwith their feet resting on the floor if possi ble If the front passenger does not observe these conditions OCS may produce a false classi fication e g because the front passenger Rtransf...

Page 56: ...correct and the front passenger front air bag is enabled or disa bled in accordance with the person in the front passenger seat Rthe front passenger seat has been moved back as far back as possible Rt...

Page 57: ...em 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 vehi cle Y page 61 When OCS is...

Page 58: ...s lit when it should not the front passenger seat may not be used Do not install a child restraint system on the front passenger seat Have the Occupant Classifi cation System OCS checked and repaired...

Page 59: ...between the seat cushion and the child seat X Make sure that the entire base of the child restraint system rests on the seat cushion of the front passenger seat The backrest of the forwards facing chi...

Page 60: ...gency Tensioning Devices 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 will light up Only in rare cases will the b...

Page 61: ...lision has occurred do not play a decisive role in the deployment of an airbag nor do they provide an indication of air bag deployment The vehicle may be considerably deformed without an air bag being...

Page 62: ...following measures depending on the hazardous situation detec ted Rthe front seat belts are pre tensioned Rif the vehicle skids the sliding sunroof and the side windows are closed so that only a smal...

Page 63: ...ways take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle G WARNING If persons particularly children are subjected to prolonged exposure to extreme heat or...

Page 64: ...t belts and child restraint sys tems is required by law in Rall 50 states Rthe U S territories Rthe District of Columbia Rall Canadian provinces If you install a rearward facing child restraint system...

Page 65: ...ld restraint system This confirmation can also be found in the installation instructions that are inclu ded with the child restraint system Observe the warning labels in the vehicle inte rior and on t...

Page 66: ...eir inten ded protective function Rear seats and rear seat backrests that are not locked can also cause additional injuries e g in the event of an accident This poses an increased risk of injury or ev...

Page 67: ...nstall a rear ward facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat always make sure that the front passenger front air bag is deactiva ted Only if the PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp is...

Page 68: ...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 G WARNING If...

Page 69: ...ystems RABS Anti lock Braking System Y page 68 RBAS Brake Assist System Y page 68 RBAS PLUS Brake Assist System Plus Y page 69 RCOLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST distance warning function and adaptive Brake...

Page 70: ...ABS works on slippery surfaces even when you only brake gently Braking X If ABS intervenes continue to depress the brake pedal vigorously until the braking sit uation is over X To make a full brake a...

Page 71: ...Terminate the intervention in a non critical driving situation G WARNING BAS PLUS does not react Rto people or animals Rto oncoming vehicles Rto crossing traffic Rwhen cornering As a result BAS PLUS m...

Page 72: ...7 G WARNING The distance warning function does not react Rto people or animals Rto oncoming vehicles Rto crossing traffic Rwhen cornering Thus the distance warning function cannot provide a warning in...

Page 73: ...in Y page 156 Following damage to the front end of the vehi cle have the configuration and operation of the radar sensor checked at a qualified spe cialist workshop This also applies to colli sions at...

Page 74: ...ng radar reflections for example in parking garages Ra narrow vehicle traveling in front e g a motorbike Ra vehicle traveling in front on a different line relative to the center of your vehicle Rnew v...

Page 75: ...on warning lamps Y page 323 and display messages which may be shown in the instrument cluster Y page 285 i Only use wheels with the recommended tire sizes Only then will ESP function properly Charact...

Page 76: ...l is still activated RESP still provides support when you brake Off road ESP vehicles with Off Road Engineering package An ESP system specifically suited to off road terrain is activated automatically...

Page 77: ...a tional With the help of the radar sensor system PRE SAFE Brake can detect obstacles that are in front of your vehicle for an extended period of time PRE SAFE Brake can help you to minimize the risk...

Page 78: ...icle in front An intermittent warning tone will then sound and the distance warning lamp will light up in the instrument cluster X Brake immediately to defuse the situation or X Take evasive action pr...

Page 79: ...Key When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Any one can start the engine if a valid SmartKey has been left inside the vehicle i The immobilizer is always deacti...

Page 80: ...be inside the vehicle The alarm is switched off The alarm is not switched off even if you close the open door that triggered it for example i If the alarm continues for more than 30 seconds the mbrace...

Page 81: ...Useful information 80 SmartKey 80 Doors 86 Cargo compartment 89 Side windows 93 Sliding sunroof 97 79 Opening and closing...

Page 82: ...children G 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 ve...

Page 83: ...GO for instance and lock it using the button on the SmartKey When locking or unlocking with KEYLESS GO the distance between the SmartKey and the corresponding door handle must not be greater than 3 f...

Page 84: ...the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey 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 triggere...

Page 85: ...observed during disposal In California see www dtsc ca gov Hazard ousWaste Perchlorate index cfm Checking the battery X Press the or button The battery is working properly if battery check lamp light...

Page 86: ...free cloth to do so X Make sure that the surface of the battery is free of lint grease and other contaminants X Insert the front tabs of battery compart ment cover into the housing first and then pre...

Page 87: ...rful source of radio waves X Lock unlock the vehicle using the remote control function of the SmartKey Point the tip of the SmartKey at the driver s door handle from close range and press the or butto...

Page 88: ...nt Additionally children could set the vehicle in motion if for example they Rrelease the parking brake Rshifting the automatic transmission out of park position P RStart the engine There is a risk of...

Page 89: ...inside You can centrally lock or unlock the vehicle from the inside The buttons are located on both front doors To unlock To lock X To unlock press button X To lock press button If the front passenge...

Page 90: ...ate lightly press the tailgate downwards Power closing will pull the tailgate fully closed Unlocking the driver s door mechan ical key If the vehicle can no longer be unlocked with the SmartKey use th...

Page 91: ...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 particu larly in the event...

Page 92: ...re cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit uations There is a risk of injury Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure If somebody becomes trapped Rpre...

Page 93: ...e rear when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient clearance above and behind the tailgate i Tailgate opening dimensions Y page 456 i Notes on the reversing feature for the tail gate Y pa...

Page 94: ...vicinity of the closing area during the closing process Use one of the following options to stop the closing process Rpress the F button on the SmartKey Rpress the remote operating switch on the driv...

Page 95: ...1 in the tailgate until you hear two short tones Tailgate emergency release Important safety notes The tailgate swings upwards and to the rear when opened Therefore make sure that there is sufficient...

Page 96: ...esetting Rwhen closing the side window again man ually immediately after automatic reversing This means that the reversing feature cannot prevent someone being trapped in these sit uations There is a...

Page 97: ...arts of the body could become trapped in the closing area of the side window and the sliding sunroof There is a risk of injury Observe the complete closing procedure when the convenience closing featu...

Page 98: ...ed On vehicles with a panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel X Touch recessed sensor surface on the door handle again until the roller sunblinds of the panorama roof with power tilt slid ing pane...

Page 99: ...a side window is obstructed again during closing and reopens again slightly X Immediately after the window blocks pull the corresponding switch again until the side window has closed The side window i...

Page 100: ...s There is a risk of injury Make sure that no body parts are in close proximity during the closing procedure If somebody becomes trapped Rrelease the switch immediately or Rduring automatic operation...

Page 101: ...er sunblind parts of the body could be trapped between the roller sunblind and the frame or sliding sunroof There is a risk of injury When opening or closing make sure that no parts of the body are in...

Page 102: ...d after resetting con tact a qualified specialist workshop Overhead control panel To open To open To close Reset the panorama roof with power tilt slid ing panel and the roller sunblinds if the pan or...

Page 103: ...unroof still cannot be opened or closed as a result of a malfunction contact a qualified specialist workshop Problem Possible causes consequences and M M Solutions The sliding sunroof can not be close...

Page 104: ...102...

Page 105: ...Useful information 104 Correct driver s seat position 104 Seats 105 Steering wheel 111 Mirrors 114 Memory function 116 103 Seats steering wheel and mirrors...

Page 106: ...e sitting in a normal upright position Ryou can fasten the seat belt properly Ryou have moved the backrest to an almost vertical position Ryou have set the seat cushion angle so that your thighs are g...

Page 107: ...e is a risk of injury While moving the seats make sure that your hands or other bodyparts do not get under the lever assembly of the seat adjustment sys tem G WARNING When you adjust a seat you or oth...

Page 108: ...occupied by passengers if possible Rwhen the seat heating is in operation do not cover the seats with insulating mate rials e g blankets coats bags seat cov ers child seats or booster seats Make sure...

Page 109: ...kwards press and hold release button and push the head restraint backwards X When the head restraint is in the desired position release the button and make sure that the head restraint is engaged in p...

Page 110: ...ection of travel X Push the head restraint down until you hear it engage in position Adjusting the angle of the rear seat backrests You can adjust the angle of the backrests in the second row of seats...

Page 111: ...heating on repeatedly Driver s and front passenger seat Rear seats The three red indicator lamps in the button indicate the heating level you have selected The system automatically switches down from...

Page 112: ...ventilation on off Switching on off The three blue indicator lamps in the buttons indicate the ventilation level you have selec ted X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 157...

Page 113: ...themselves if they adjust the steering wheel There is a risk of injury When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle...

Page 114: ...page 116 Steering wheel heating Switching on off X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 157 X To switch on off turn the lever in the direction of arrow or Indicator lamp lights...

Page 115: ...the vehicle Never leave children unsupervised in the vehicle G WARNING If you drive off while the EASY ENTRY EXIT feature is making adjustments you could lose control of the vehicle There is a risk o...

Page 116: ...misjudge the dis tance from road users traveling behind e g when changing lane There is a risk of an acci dent For this reason always make sure of the actual distance from the road users traveling beh...

Page 117: ...as soon as you lock the vehicle from the out side Rthe exterior mirrors fold out again automat ically as soon as you unlock the vehicle and then open the driver s or front passenger door Exterior mirr...

Page 118: ...in such a way that you can see the rear wheel on that side as soon as you engage reverse gear This setting can be stored using memory button M X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock...

Page 119: ...emory function you can store up to three different settings e g for three dif ferent people The following settings are stored as a single memory preset Rposition of the seat backrest and head restrain...

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Page 121: ...Useful information 120 Exterior lighting 120 Interior lighting 127 Replacing bulbs 129 Windshield wipers 132 119 Lights and windshield wipers...

Page 122: ...al Have the headlamps converted at a qualified specialist workshop as close to the border as possible before driving in these countries Conversion to asymmetrical low beam after returning Have the hea...

Page 123: ...anada The daytime running lamps improve the visi bility of your vehicle during the day The day time running lampsfunction is required by law in Canada It cannot therefore be deactivated When the engin...

Page 124: ...adlamp mode control led by the light sensor 5 L Low beam high beam headlamps B R Rear fog lamp The rear fog lamp improves visibility of your vehicle for the traffic behind in the event of thick fog Pl...

Page 125: ...eam high beam headlamps B R Rear fog lamp Switching on the standing lamps ensures the corresponding side of the vehicle is illumina ted X To switch on the standing lamps the SmartKey is not in the ign...

Page 126: ...its normal position The blue K indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster goes out i Vehicles with Adaptive Highbeam Assist when Adaptive Highbeam Assist is active it controls activation of the high be...

Page 127: ...light function is a system that moves the headlamps according to the steer ing movements of the front wheels In this way relevant areas remain illuminated while driving This allows you to recognize pe...

Page 128: ...ecognize other road users that have lights or may recognize them too late In this or similar situations the automatic high beam headlamps will not be deactivated or activated regardless There is a ris...

Page 129: ...ch to another position The _ indicator lamp in the multifunc tion display goes out Headlamps fogged up on the inside Certain climatic and physical conditions may cause moisture to form in the headlamp...

Page 130: ...e SmartKey is removed from the igni tion lock You can activate this delayed switch off using the on board computer Y page 279 Manual interior lighting control Overhead control panel p To switch the le...

Page 131: ...before changing a bulb Do not use a bulb that has been dropped or if its glass tube has been scratched The bulb may explode if Ryou touch it Rit is hot Ryou drop it Ryou scratch it Only operate bulbs...

Page 132: ...urn the front wheels inwards X Remove securing pin using a suitable tool X Slide cover up and remove it X To install insert cover again and slide it down until it engages X Insert securing pin Low bea...

Page 133: ...standing lamps halo gen headlamps X Switch off the lights X Open the hood X Turn housing cover counter clockwise and pull it out X Pull out bulb holder X Take the bulb out of bulb holder X Insert the...

Page 134: ...ulb into bulb holder X Insert bulb holder into the lamp and turn it clockwise X Close the service flap Y page 132 Windshield wipers Switching the windshield wipers on off Do not operate the windshield...

Page 135: ...f the wiper blades are worn the windshield will no longer be wiped properly This could prevent you from observing the traffic condi tions Switching the rear window wiper on off Combination switch Rear...

Page 136: ...ind shield X Firmly press release knob and pull wiper blade upwards from the wiper arm in the direction of the arrow Installing the wiper blades X Position new wiper blade in the retainer on the wiper...

Page 137: ...r arm and press wiper blade in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages X Make sure that wiper blade is seated correctly X Position wiper blade parallel to wiper arm X Fold wiper arm back...

Page 138: ...ld remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock or X Switch off the engine using the Start Stop button and open the driver s door X Remove the cause of the obstruction X Switch the windshield wipers bac...

Page 139: ...Useful information 138 Overview of climate control sys tems 138 Operating the climate control sys tems 144 Setting the air vents 152 137 Climate control...

Page 140: ...ted when the engine is running Optimum operation is only achieved with the side windows and roof closed The residual heat function can only be acti vated or deactivated with the ignition switched off...

Page 141: ...ion on off Y page 144 A To switch the rear window defroster on off Y page 150 B To set the temperature right Y page 147 C To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 151 D To set the air dist...

Page 142: ...r on off Y page 150 B To set the temperature right Y page 147 C To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 151 D To set the air distribution Y page 148 E To increase the airflow Y page 148 F...

Page 143: ...ir is drawn into the vehicle in air recirculation mode RUse the ZONE function to adopt the tem perature settings on the driver s side for the front passenger side as well The indi cator lamp above the...

Page 144: ...page 148 F To increase the airflow Y page 148 G To reduce the airflow Y page 148 H Display I To adjust the climate mode settings Y page 147 J To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 151...

Page 145: ...rease the airflow Y page 148 G To reduce the airflow Y page 148 H Display I To adjust the climate mode settings Y page 147 J To activate deactivate air recirculation mode Y page 151 K To set climate c...

Page 146: ...instruc tions You will see the current settings of the various climate control functions During automatic engine switch off the cli mate control system only operates at a reduced capacity If you requ...

Page 147: ...the vehicle when it is in cooling mode This is normal and not a sign that there is a malfunc tion Activating deactivating Example button X To activate press the button The indicator lamp in the but t...

Page 148: ...ined automatically at a constant level The system automatically regulates the tem perature of the dispensed air the airflow and the air distribution Automatic mode will achieve optimal opera tion if c...

Page 149: ...an select different temperature settings for the driver s and front passenger sides as well as for the rear compartment X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y page 157 X To increase...

Page 150: ...el you can also activate both air distribution positions simultaneously In order to do this press both air distribution buttons The air is then routed through all rear air vents i Regardless of the ai...

Page 151: ...wind shield and the side windows Switch off the Windshield defrosting func tion as soon as the windshield is clear again Switching on off X Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the igni tion lock Y pag...

Page 152: ...Y page 149 i You should only select this setting until the windshield is clear again Windows fogged up on the outside X Press the _ button repeatedly until the P or O symbol appears in the dis play i...

Page 153: ...button The indicator lamp in the d button lights up i In the event of high pollution levels 3 zone automatic climate control only or at high outside temperatures air recircula tion mode is automatical...

Page 154: ...ity of the air vents There is a risk of injury Make sure that all vehicle occupants always maintain a sufficient distance to the air out lets If necessary redirect the airflow to another area of the v...

Page 155: ...he glove box can be ventilated for instance to cool its contents The level of airflow depends on the airflow and air distribution settings X To open close turn thumbwheel clockwise or counter clockwis...

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Page 157: ...ul information 156 Notes on breaking in a new vehicle 156 Driving 156 Automatic transmission 168 Refueling 177 Parking 182 Driving tips 186 Driving systems 195 Towing a trailer 256 155 Driving and par...

Page 158: ...at full throt tle during this period RChange gear in good time before the tach ometer needle is of the way to the red area of the tachometer RDo not manually shift to a lower gear to brake the vehicl...

Page 159: ...n pulling away on slippery roads You could otherwise damage the drive train AMG vehicles at low engine oil temper atures below 68 20 the maximum engine speed is restricted in order to pro tect the eng...

Page 160: ...he engine To start the vehicle without actively using the SmartKey Rthe Start Stop button must be inserted in the ignition lock Rthe SmartKey must be in the vehicle Rthe vehicle must not be locked wit...

Page 161: ...ion P X Remove Start Stop button from ignition lock i You do not have to remove the Start Stop button from the ignition lock when you leave the vehicle You should however always take the SmartKey with...

Page 162: ...rn the SmartKey to position 3 Y page 157 and release it as soon as the engine is running i You can start the engine without preglow if the engine is warm Using KEYLESS GO to start the engine X Depress...

Page 163: ...ment clus ter remains on X Depress the accelerator pedal X As soon as the vehicle trailer combination is held by the driving force of the engine release lever The electric parking brake is released Th...

Page 164: ...ctivated Y page 163 or a malfunc tion has caused the system to be deactivated the symbol is not displayed AMG vehicles the ECO start stop function is only available in drive program C For further info...

Page 165: ...the vehicle starts to roll Rthe brake system requires this Rthe temperature in the vehicle interior devi ates from the set range Rthe system detects moisture on the wind shield when the air conditioni...

Page 166: ...0 BlueTEC 4MATIC Introduction The ECO start stop function switches the engine off automatically if the vehicle is stop ped under certain conditions The engine starts automatically when the driver want...

Page 167: ...lerator pedal the engine starts auto matically and the braking effect of the HOLD function is deactivated i The engine can be switched off automat ically a maximum of four times first stop and three s...

Page 168: ...If the indicator lamp on the ECO button is off the ECO start stop function has been deac tivated manually or as the result of a mal function 166 Driving Driving and parking...

Page 169: ...s to jump start it X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The starter motor was exposed to a thermal load that was too high X Allow the starter motor to cool down for approximately two minutes X Tr...

Page 170: ...iginal position The current trans mission position P R N or D appears in the transmission position display Y page 168 in the multifunction display Transmission position and drive pro gram display If t...

Page 171: ...srupt traffic Roperate the vehicle s equipment Additionally children could set the vehicle in motion if for example they Rrelease the parking brake Rshifting the automatic transmission out of park pos...

Page 172: ...LECT lever down past the first point of resistance X If the transmission is in position P depress the brake pedal and push the DIRECT SELECT lever down past the first point of resistance Transmission...

Page 173: ...Accelerator pedal position Your style of driving influences how the auto matic transmission shifts gear Rlittle throttle early upshifts Rmore throttle late upshifts Kickdown Use kickdown for maximum...

Page 174: ...ormation about permanent drive program M Y page 174 As well as this permanent drive program M you can also activate temporary drive pro gram M Y page 173 i AMG vehicles the automatic transmis sion swi...

Page 175: ...ion must be in posi tion D All vehicles except AMG vehicles you can activate manual drive program M using the steering wheel paddle shifters AMG vehicles you can activate manual drive program M in aut...

Page 176: ...shifts into the automatic drive program that was last selected You can also deactivate manual drive pro gram M yourself X Pull on the right hand steering wheel pad dle shifter and hold it in place Y...

Page 177: ...indicator Beforethe engine speed reachesthe redarea an upshift indicator will be shown in the mul tifunction display X If the color in the speedometer multifunc tion display changes to red and the UP...

Page 178: ...gram X Vehicles with the ON OFFROAD pack age press the program selector button Y page 172 The M message in the multifunction display goes out X AMG vehicles press the program selector button Y page 17...

Page 179: ...fied specialist workshop for a performance test Because ESP is an automatic system the engine and ignition must be switched off SmartKey in position 0 or 1 or Start Stop button in position 0 or 1 when...

Page 180: ...sts are high Notify a qualified specialist workshop and have the fuel tank and fuel lines drained completely Do not use diesel to refuel vehicles with a gasoline engine Do not switch on the igni tion...

Page 181: ...ok in place and refuel X Only fill the tank until the pump nozzle switches off i Vehicles with a diesel engine the filler neck is designed for refueling at diesel fill ing pumps i Do not add any more...

Page 182: ...rator s Operator s Manual Manual mes sage is shown in the multifunction display When the DEF supply drops to a minimum the Remaining Starts 16 Remaining Starts 16 message is shown in the multifunction...

Page 183: ...te DEF with water This may destroy the BlueTEC exhaust gas after treatment system The vehicle must be parked on level ground to fill the DEF tank The DEF tank can only be filled as intended with the v...

Page 184: ...sing the DEF filler cap X Mount DEF filler cap on the filler neck and turn it clockwise X To close the fuel filler flap press it in the direction of arrow X Drive faster than 10 mph 16 km h The Check...

Page 185: ...xle with a wheel chock or similar for example on uphill or downhill gradients Switching off the engine Important safety notes G WARNING The automatic transmission switches to neu tral position N when...

Page 186: ...there is a malfunction in the system Contact a qualified specialist workshop i The electric parking brake performs a function test at regular intervals while the engine is switched off The sounds tha...

Page 187: ...h 3 km h i Ensure that you do not depress the accel erator pedal unintentionally Otherwise the parking brake will be released and the vehi cle will start to move Emergency braking X While driving push...

Page 188: ...m per second Drive sensibly save fuel Observe the following tips to save fuel X The tires should always be inflated to the recommended tire pressure X Remove unnecessary loads X Remove roof carriers...

Page 189: ...g style consumption is dependent on many factors such as e g Rload Rtire pressure Rcold start Rchoice of route Relectrical consumers switched on These factors are not included in the ECO dis play The...

Page 190: ...use the braking system to fail There is a risk of an accident Never use the brake pedal as a footrest Never depress the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal at the same time Depressing the brake peda...

Page 191: ...can find a description of Brake Assist BAS on Y page 68 or of BAS PLUS on Y page 69 Mercedes Benz recommends that you only have brake pads linings installed on your vehicle which have been approved fo...

Page 192: ...ATIC package set the raised level before driving through standing water Off road fording Under no circumstances should you accelerate before entering the water The bow wave could cause water to enter...

Page 193: ...that purpose Changes in the outside temperature are dis played after a short delay Indicated temperatures just above the freez ing point do not guarantee that the road sur face is free of ice The roa...

Page 194: ...vehicle make sure there is always suf ficient ground clearance RCheck that items of luggage and loads are stowed safely and are well secured Y page 339 RAlways keep the engine running and in gear whe...

Page 195: ...d conditions e g to the high way high speed level X Clean the headlamps and rear lights and check for damage X Clean the front and rear license plates X Clean the wheels tires with a water jet and rem...

Page 196: ...les The passenger should always keep a safe distance from the vehi cle when doing so in order to avoid injury as a result of unexpected vehicle movements After driving off road or over obstacles check...

Page 197: ...ing too quickly down the other side Driving downhill RDrive slowly RDo not drive at an angle down steep inclines Steer into the line of fall and drive with the front wheels aligned straight Oth erwise...

Page 198: ...o activate at the current speed last stored speed When you activate cruise control the stored speed is shown in the multifunction display for five seconds Activation conditions To activate cruise cont...

Page 199: ...t X Press the cruise control lever up for a higher speed or down for a lower speed X To adjust the set speed in 1 mph incre ments 1 km h increments briefly press the cruise control lever up or down to...

Page 200: ...ll light up in the instrument cluster Brake immediately in order to increase the distance to the vehicle in front or take evasive action provided it is safe to do so For DISTRONIC PLUS to assist you t...

Page 201: ...certain situations To prevent dam age to the vehicle deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow ing or other similar situations Rwhen towing the vehicle Rin the car wash If you fail...

Page 202: ...US is operational Rthe electric parking brake must be released RESP must be active but not intervening Rthe transmission must be in position D Rthe driver s door must be closed when you shift from P t...

Page 203: ...ccelerator pedal Activating at the current speed last stored speed G WARNING If you call up the stored speed and it differs from the current speed the vehicle acceler ates or decelerates If you do not...

Page 204: ...ated with the cruise control lever e g by a vehi cle occupant or from outside the vehicle Rthe electrical system in the engine com partment the battery or the fuses have been tampered with Rthe batter...

Page 205: ...take DISTRONIC PLUS adjusts the vehicle s speed to the last speed stored after you have finished over taking Setting the specified minimum distance You can set the specified minimum distance for DISTR...

Page 206: ...ont or if the vehicle in front is no longer detec ted RESP intervenes or you deactivate ESP Rthe transmission is in the P R or N position Ryou pull the cruise control lever towards you in order to pul...

Page 207: ...er you can select the assistance display X Select the Distance Display Distance Display function using the on board computer Y page 275 You will see the stored speed for about five seconds when you ac...

Page 208: ...les DISTRONIC PLUS does not brake for obsta cles or stationary vehicles If for example the detected vehicle turns a corner and reveals an obstacle or stationary vehicle DISTRONIC PLUS will not brake f...

Page 209: ...G When you drive with the chassis lowered or raised the vehicle s braking and driving char acteristics can be significantly impaired You could also exceed the permissible vehicle height if the chassis...

Page 210: ...ighway level As soon as the next lowest level is reached the indicator lamp stops flashing and goes out During the adjustment the Lowering Lowering mes sage for example appears in the multifunc tion d...

Page 211: ...ges using the or a button on the multifunction steering wheel Once off road level 2 has been reached the lower and center indicator lamps of the selec tor wheel are on While the adjustment from off ro...

Page 212: ...ically lowered to highway or high speed level You will see a message in the multifunction display for example Lowering Lowering HOLD function General notes The HOLD function can assist the driver in t...

Page 213: ...vating the HOLD function The HOLD function is deactivated automati cally if Ryou accelerate and the transmission is in position D or R Ryou shift the transmission to position P Ryou depress the brake...

Page 214: ...out the ON OFFROAD package Suspension tuning button Indicator lamp for sports tuning Indicator lamp for comfort tuning X Press button Indicator lamp lights up Comfort tuning is selected The vehicle is...

Page 215: ...cle in such a way that not all wheels have contact with the ground remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock RUtility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles F...

Page 216: ...with high way level in comfort mode Raised level Only select raised level if this is appropriate for the road conditions Otherwise fuel con sumption may increase and handling may be affected X Start t...

Page 217: ...safety notes G WARNING When the vehicle is being lowered people could become trapped if their limbs are between the vehicle body and the wheels or underneath the vehicle There is a risk of injury Make...

Page 218: ...his improves driving safety and ride comfort The damping is tuned individually to each wheel and depends on Ryour driving style Rthe road surface conditions Ryour individual selection of Sport Sport o...

Page 219: ...ring When parking pay particular attention to objects above or below the sensors such as flower pots or trailer drawbars PARK TRONIC does not detect such objects when they are in the immediate vicinit...

Page 220: ...wn Warning displays Warning display for the front area Segments on the left hand side of the vehicle Segments on the right hand side of the vehicle Segments showing operational readiness The warning d...

Page 221: ...at you have now reached the minimum distance Deactivating activating PARKTRONIC Indicator lamp To deactivate activate PARKTRONIC If indicator lamp is on then PARKTRONIC is deactivated Active Parking A...

Page 222: ...res the road on both sides of the vehicle A parking symbol indicates a suitable parking space Active steering intervention can assist you during parking You may also use PARKTRONIC Y page 217 Importan...

Page 223: ...that are on the same level as the road e g not on the pavement Detecting parking spaces Objects located above the height range of Active Parking Assist will not be detected when the parking space is m...

Page 224: ...ay or X To park using Active Parking Assist press the a button on the multifunction steering wheel The Park Assist Active Accelerate Park Assist Active Accelerate and and Brake Brake Observe Observe S...

Page 225: ...ilable X Start the engine X Release the electric parking brake X Switch on the turn signal in the direction you are pulling away X Shift the transmission to position D or R The Start Park Assist Yes O...

Page 226: ...sounds The parking symbol goes out and the Park Assist Canceled Park Assist Canceled message appears in the multifunction dis play If Active Parking Assist is canceled you must steer again yourself T...

Page 227: ...X Engage reverse gear The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND display with guide lines X To change the function mode for vehi cles with trailer tow hitch using the COMAND controller select...

Page 228: ...distance specifications only apply to objects that are at ground level Additional messages for vehicles with PARK TRONIC Front warning display Additional PARKTRONIC measurement operational readiness...

Page 229: ...gle dynamic Parking space marking X Make sure that the rear view camera is switched on Y page 225 The lane and the guide lines are shown X Drive past the parking space and bring the vehicle to a stand...

Page 230: ...specifications Otherwise you could dam age the trailer and vehicle Vehicle center point on the yellow guide line at a distance of approximately 3 ft 1 0 m from the rear of the vehicle Trailer drawbar...

Page 231: ...wheel view Rtop view and forward view images from the exterior mirror cameras front wheel view i The top view and trailer view are available for vehicles equipped with a trailer tow hitch When the fu...

Page 232: ...from the rear view camera Activating the 360 camera with COMAND X Press the W button see the separate COMAND operating instructions X Select System System by turning cVd the COMAND controller and pre...

Page 233: ...cle width including the exterior mirrors for current steering wheel angle dynamic Yellow lane marking tires at current steer ing wheel angle dynamic A Yellow guide line at a distance of approx imately...

Page 234: ...e to the vehicle behind you i This setting can also be selected as an enlarged front view Top view with images from the exterior mirror cameras Symbol for the setting with the top view and forward vie...

Page 235: ...n the range between 50 mph 80 km h and 112 mph 180 km h If ATTENTION ASSIST detects typical indicators of fatigue or increasing lapses in concentra tion on the part of the driver it suggests you take...

Page 236: ...supthe infrared light and displays a monochrome image in COMAND The image displayed in COMAND corresponds to a road lit up by high beam headlamps This enables you to see the road s course and any obst...

Page 237: ...hen the vehicle is being driven at speeds of approximately 6 mph 10 km h This means that you do not have the full visual range while the vehicle is stationary and cannot check whether Night View Assis...

Page 238: ...up or dirty on the inside or outside the Night View Assist Plus display is affected X To defrost check the automatic air condi tioning settings Y page 150 and fold down the camera cover Y page 377 X T...

Page 239: ...s you from a speed of approximately 20 mph 30 km h A warning display in the exterior mirrors draws your attention to vehicles detected in the moni tored area If you then switch on the corre sponding t...

Page 240: ...e to the nature of the system Rwarnings may be issued in error when driv ing close to crash barriers or similar solid lane borders Rthe warning is canceled when driving for an extended period next to...

Page 241: ...d by checking the trailer lighting In this event Blind Spot Assist is deactivated The indicator lamp in the exterior mirrors lights up yellow and the Blind Blind Spot Spot Assist Assist Currently Curr...

Page 242: ...reas with road con struction work Rthe lane markings are worn away dark or covered up e g by dirt or snow Rthe distance to the vehicle in front is too small and the lane markings thus cannot be detect...

Page 243: ...e Blind Spot Assist does not react to Rvehicles overtaken too closely on the side placing them in the blind spot area Rvehicles which approach with a large speed differential and overtake your vehicle...

Page 244: ...cy cles or may only detect them too late If the lanes are narrow vehicles driving in the lane beyond the lane next to your vehicle may be indicated especially if the vehicles are not driving in the mi...

Page 245: ...especially if Active Blind Spot Assist warns you or makes a course correcting brake appli cation Always maintain a safe distance at the sides If a course correcting brake application occurs red warni...

Page 246: ...n front of your vehicle by means of camera at the top of the windshield Active Lane Keeping Assist detects lane markings on the road and warns you before you leave your lane unintentionally If you do...

Page 247: ...broken lane markings Warning vibration in the steering wheel A warning may be given if a front wheel passes over a lane marking It will warn you by means of intermittent vibration in the steer ing wh...

Page 248: ...trailer has been correctly established Rthe off road program is activated vehicles without the ON OFFROAD package Roff road program 1 or 2 is activated vehi cles with the ON OFFROAD package Rthe LOW R...

Page 249: ...in in the multifunction display until the corre sponding vehicle level has been set Up to off road level 2 you can hide the program mes sages using the or a button on the multifunction steering wheel...

Page 250: ...c drive program for a sporty driving style RThe sporty accelerator pedal curve is selected e g the accelerator pedal no longer has to be pressed as far to accel erate RThe sporty steering curve is sel...

Page 251: ...s RThe automatic transmission selects the automatic drive program for a comforta ble driving style that provides for opti mum fuel consumption changing gear at optimum points RWhile pulling away the d...

Page 252: ...ndi tions DSR is only an aid You are responsible for the distance to the vehicle in front for vehicle speed for braking ingood time and for staying in your lane You are always responsible for keeping...

Page 253: ...splay with the DSR symbol It is also displayed in status indicator When DSR is activated you can change the set speed to a value between 1 mph and 11 mph Canada between 2 km h and 18 km h i The DSR se...

Page 254: ...h 100 km h or below The Drive Program OFFROAD 1 Drive Program OFFROAD 1 Max Max 60 60 mph mph 100 100 km h km h message appears in the multifunction display Off road program 2 X Selector wheel engaged...

Page 255: ...ay unintentionally There is a risk of an accident Wait until the transfer case shift process is completed Do not turn off the engine while changing gear and do not shift the automatic transmission to...

Page 256: ...ot activate LOW RANGE if the SPORT on road program is activated The LOW RANGE Not in Drive Program LOW RANGE Not in Drive Program SPORT SPORT message then appears in the multi function display From LO...

Page 257: ...p Apply Apply Parking Parking Brake Brake A warning tone also sounds The gear change process has not been completed LOW RANGE is in the neutral position There is no connection between the engine and t...

Page 258: ...on the brake pedal while driving the braking system can overheat This increases the stopping distance and can even cause the braking system to fail There is a risk of an accident Never use the brake p...

Page 259: ...fuel filler flap Y page 421 Please note that when towing a trailer PARK TRONIC Y page 217 and Blind Spot Assist Y page 237 are only available with limita tions or not at all i On vehicles without lev...

Page 260: ...G WARNING If the ball coupling is not correctly installed and secured it can come loose during the journey and endanger other road users There is a risk of an accident and injury Always install and se...

Page 261: ...rrect installation If the ball coupling cannot be correctly moun ted remove the ball coupling Under these circumstances the ball coupling must not be used for trailer towing If the ball coupling canno...

Page 262: ...chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer The chains should be cross wound under the trailerdrawbar They must be fastened to the vehicle s trailer cou pling not to the bumper or the axle Leave...

Page 263: ...eases dra matically while the air conditioning system is switched on switch off the air condition ing system Coolant heat can also be dissipated by opening the windows and switching the ventilation bl...

Page 264: ...llar on the driver s side of the vehicle i Mercedes Benz recommends a trailer load where the trailer drawbar noseweight accounts for 8 to 15 of the trailer s per missible gross weight i The weight of...

Page 265: ...power supply The trailer socket of your vehicle is equipped at the factory with a permanent power supply The permanent power supply is supplied via trailer socket pin 4 The trailer s permanent power s...

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Page 267: ...information 266 Important safety notes 266 Displays and operation 266 Menus and submenus 269 Display messages 284 Warning and indicator lamps in the instrument cluster 318 265 On board computer and di...

Page 268: ...ard computer only shows messages or warnings from certain systems in the mul tifunction display You should therefore make sure your vehicle is operating safely at all times Otherwise a vehicle that is...

Page 269: ...8 Changes in the outside temperature are dis played after a short delay Speedometer with segments The segments in the speedometer indicate which speed range is available RCruise control activated Y pa...

Page 270: ...e menu switches to the telephone book and starts dialing the selected number RIn the Audio Audio menu stops the station search function at the desired station Right control panel RRejects or ends a ca...

Page 271: ...267 Depending on the equipment installed in the vehicle you can call up the following menus RTrip Trip menu Y page 269 RNavi Navi menu navigation instructions Y page 271 RAudio Audio menu Y page 272 R...

Page 272: ...d current fuel consumption X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Trip Trip menu X Press the 9 or button to select the approximate range and the current fuel consumption not for AM...

Page 273: ...with Becker MAP PILOT or COMAND see the separate operating instructions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Navi Navi menu Route guidance not active Direction of travel Current...

Page 274: ...lating Route Calculating Route calculating a new route ROff Map Off Map or Off Off Mapped Mapped Road Road the vehicle position is outside the area of the digital map off map position RNo Route No Rou...

Page 275: ...ructions X Press the or button on the steer ing wheel to select the Audio Audio menu X To select the next previous scene briefly press the 9 or button X To select a scene from the scene list rapid scr...

Page 276: ...the 9 or a button to switch to the phone book X Press the 9 or button to select the desired name or X To begin rapid scrolling press and hold the 9 or button for longer than one second Rapid scrollin...

Page 277: ...assis tance graphic The assistance graphic displays the status of and information from the following driving systems or driving safety systems RATTENTION ASSIST Y page 233 RDISTRONIC PLUS Y page 205...

Page 278: ...ess or on the steering wheel to select the DriveAssist DriveAssist menu X Press the 9 or button to select Blind Spot Assist Blind Spot Assist X Press the a button The current selection is displayed X...

Page 279: ...selected unit of measurement for dis tance applies to RDigital speedometer in the Trip Trip menu ROdometer and the trip odometer RTrip computer RCurrent consumption and the range RNavigation messages...

Page 280: ...the steer ing wheel to select the Sett Sett menu X Press the or 9 button to select the Lights Lights submenu X Press a to confirm X Press or 9 to select the Sur Sur round Lighting round Lighting funct...

Page 281: ...splayed in orange in the multifunction display X Press the a button to save the setting For further information on the automatic lock ing feature see Y page 88 Activating deactivating the acoustic loc...

Page 282: ...lt Adjustment Belt Adjustment function If the Belt Adjustment Belt Adjustment function is activa ted the vehicle seat belt is shown in orange in the multifunction display X Press the a button to save...

Page 283: ...e ON OFFROAD ON OFFROAD menu ROn road program Y page 247 ROff road program Y page 251 AMG menu in AMG vehicles AMG displays Digital speedometer Gear indicator Upshift indicator Engine oil temperature...

Page 284: ...ying the intermediate time X Press the or button to select Interm Time Interm Time X Press a to confirm The intermediate time is displayed for five seconds Starting a new lap RACETIMER Fastest lap tim...

Page 285: ...A Maximum speed This function is shown if you have stored at least one lap and stopped the RACETIMER X Press or on the steering wheel to select the AMG AMG menu X Press the 9 button repeatedly until t...

Page 286: ...iority display messages in red Some high priority dis play messages cannot be hidden The multifunction display shows these messages continuously until the causes for the mes sages have been remedied M...

Page 287: ...rability and braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle Ther...

Page 288: ...unction COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST BAS PLUS and PRE SAFE Brake may also have failed In addition the and warning lamps light up in the instrument cluster The self diagnosis function might not be compl...

Page 289: ...qualified specialist workshop T Inoperative See Inoperative See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual EBD electronic brake force distribution ABS ESP BAS PRE SAFE the HOLD function hill start assist and...

Page 290: ...nly Parking Brake See Parking Brake See Operator s Manual Operator s Manual The yellow warning lamp lights up The electric parking brake is malfunctioning To apply X Switch the ignition off X Press th...

Page 291: ...ls towards the curb X Consult a qualified specialist workshop The yellow warning lamp lights up The red F USA only Canada only indicator lamp flashes for about ten seconds after the electric parking b...

Page 292: ...ge e g by charging the battery or restarting the engine X Engage or release the electric parking brake If it remains impossible to apply or release the electric parking brake X Switch off the ignition...

Page 293: ...not add brake fluid This does not correct the malfunction Brake Wear Brake Wear The brake pads linings have reached their wear limit X Visit a qualified specialist workshop G mbrace Inoperative mbrace...

Page 294: ...on emitted by nearby TV or radio sta tions or other sources of electromagnetic radiation RAMG vehicles ESP is deactivated Rthe system is outside the operating temperature range Rthe on board voltage i...

Page 295: ...traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 182 X Clean the sensors in the radiator trim and the bumper Y page 375 X Restart the engine X AMG vehicles reactivate ESP Y page 73...

Page 296: ...the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an increased risk of injury X Visit a qualified specialist workshop 6 Rear Center Mal Rear Center Mal function Service function Service Required...

Page 297: ...r lamp in the center console and the multifunction display and check the fol lowing Seat unoccupied and ignition switched on Rthe PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF indicator lamp must light up and remain lit If t...

Page 298: ...he seat adding to the weight The system may otherwise detect the additional weight and interpret the seat occupant s weight as greater than it actually is X Keep the seat unoccupied close the front pa...

Page 299: ...isit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left Low Check Left Low Beam Beam or Check Check Right Low Beam Right Low Beam The left or right hand low beam headlamp is defective X Check whether you ar...

Page 300: ...Lamp Right Brake Lamp The left or right hand brake lamp is defective X Check whether you are permitted to replace the bulb yourself Y page 129 or X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Left T...

Page 301: ...Right Tail Lamp The left or right hand tail lamp is defective or The rear left or right side marker lamp is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop b Check Check Left Left Daytime Daytime R...

Page 302: ...n snow or fog X Clean the windshield If the system detects that the camera is fully operational again the Adaptive Highbeam Assist Now Available Adaptive Highbeam Assist Now Available message is dis p...

Page 303: ...e g by snow slush or ice X Do not start the engine again until the display message goes out and the coolant temperature is below 248 120 Other wise the engine could be damaged X Pay attention to the c...

Page 304: ...p more often than usual Avoid long journeys with too little engine oil The engine will otherwise be damaged Information on approved engine oils can be obtained from any qualified specialist workshop o...

Page 305: ...Filter Vehicles with a diesel engine the engine air filter is dirty and must be replaced X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Check Fuel Filter Check Fuel Filter Vehicles with a diesel engine there...

Page 306: ...Drive more slowly and then select the desired vehicle level again RVehicles with the ON OFFROAD package Y page 206 RVehicles with the AIRMATIC package Y page 213 X Observe the notes on towing a traile...

Page 307: ...E SYS TEM Malfunction TEM Malfunction See See Operator s Operator s Man Man ual ual The Active Curve System is faulty The vehicle s handling charac teristics are severely impaired A warning tone also...

Page 308: ...GE Malfunc LOW RANGE Malfunc tion To Park tion To Park Apply Brake Apply Brake LOW RANGE is malfunctioning X Do not drive at speeds above 50 mph 80 km h X When parking secure the vehicle against rolli...

Page 309: ...orarily inoperative Possible causes are Rthe windshield in the camera s field of vision is dirty Rvisibility is impaired due to heavy rain snow or fog Rthere are no lane markings for a longer period R...

Page 310: ...top the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 182 X Clean the sensors Y page 375 X Restart the engine Blin...

Page 311: ...ff and restart the engine If the display message continues to be displayed X Visit a qualified specialist workshop PARKTRONIC is defective X Visit a qualified specialist workshop Park Assist Fin Park...

Page 312: ...onal again If the display message does not disappear X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible paying attention to road and traffic conditions X Secure the vehicle against rolling aw...

Page 313: ...st workshop Cruise Control Cruise Control mph mph A condition for activating cruise control has not been fulfilled You have tried to store a speed below 20 mph 30 km h for example X If conditions perm...

Page 314: ...X Stop the vehicle without making any sudden steering or braking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 182 X Check the tires a...

Page 315: ...o sounds G WARNING With tire pressures which are too low there is a risk of the fol lowing hazards Rthey may burst especially as the load and vehicle speed increase Rthey may wear excessively and or u...

Page 316: ...e Unavailable Due to a source of radio interference no signals can be received from the wheel sensors The tire pressure monitor is temporarily malfunctioning X Drive on The tire pressure monitor resta...

Page 317: ...Depress the brake pedal Transmission Not Transmission Not in P Risk of Vehi in P Risk of Vehi cle Rolling Away cle Rolling Away The driver s door is open and the transmission is in position R N or D A...

Page 318: ...function See Oper function See Oper ator s Manual ator s Manual The power steering is malfunctioning A warning tone also sounds G WARNING You will need to use more force to steer There is a risk of an...

Page 319: ...Visit a qualified specialist workshop Replace Replace Key Key Battery Battery The batteries of the KEYLESS GO key are discharged X Change the batteries Y page 83 Don t Forget Your Don t Forget Your K...

Page 320: ...tion lock Remove Remove Start Start But But ton and Insert Key ton and Insert Key KEYLESS GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective A warn ing tone also sounds X Insert the SmartKey into the ig...

Page 321: ...n intermittent audible warning sounds The driver or front passenger has not fastened their seat belt The vehicle is being driven faster than 15 mph 25 km h or has briefly been driven faster than 15 mp...

Page 322: ...itional display messages in the multifunction display USA only J Canada only The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the engine is run ning A warning tone also sounds There is not enough brak...

Page 323: ...ons listed above The wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an emergency braking situa...

Page 324: ...functions listed above The front and rear wheels could therefore lock if you brake hard for example The steerability and braking characteristics may be severely affec ted The braking distance in an em...

Page 325: ...refully X Visit a qualified specialist workshop USA only J Canada only The red brake warning lamp the yellow ESP and ESP OFF warning lamps and the yellow ABS warning lamp are lit while the engine is r...

Page 326: ...SP In rare cases Y page 73 it may be best to deactivate ESP X Adapt your driving style to suit the road and weather conditions If ESP cannot be activated X Have ESP checked at a qualified specialist w...

Page 327: ...he functions listed above The braking distance in an emergency braking situation can thus increase If ESP is not operational ESP is unable to stabilize the vehicle There is an increased risk of skiddi...

Page 328: ...ning The restraint system is faulty G WARNING The air bags or Emergency Tensioning Devices may either be trig gered unintentionally or in the event of an accident may not be triggered There is an incr...

Page 329: ...ch you are currently driving Vehicles with a diesel engine the fuel tank has been run dry Y page 180 X Start the engine three to four times after refueling If the yellow Check Engine warning lamp goes...

Page 330: ...lant temperature is no longer being monitored There is a risk of engine damage if the coolant temperature is too high X Pull over and stop the vehicle safely and switch off the engine paying attention...

Page 331: ...u need to add coolant more often than usual have the engine coolant system checked X Make sure that the air supply to the engine radiator is not blocked e g by snow slush or ice X Do not start the eng...

Page 332: ...X At coolant temperatures below 248 120 drive to the nearest qualified specialist workshop X Avoid subjecting the engine to heavy loads e g driving in moun tainous terrain and stop and go traffic Driv...

Page 333: ...raking maneuvers Pay attention to the traffic conditions as you do so X Secure the vehicle against rolling away Y page 182 X Observe the additional display messages in the multifunction display X Chec...

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Page 335: ...Useful information 334 Stowage areas 334 Features 345 333 Stowage and features...

Page 336: ...l around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim Allow these components to cool down before touch ing them The gross vehicle weight GVW is the vehicle weight including fuel vehicle tool kit spare...

Page 337: ...ations RAlways make sure that objects do not pro trude from stowage spaces parcel nets or stowage nets RClose the lockable stowage spaces while driving RStow and secure objects that are heavy hard poi...

Page 338: ...artment in which objects such as an iPod can be stored Eyeglasses compartment X To open press marking The eyeglasses compartment opens down wards X To close press marking again and the eyeglasses comp...

Page 339: ...afety notes regarding stowage spaces Y page 335 Through loading facility in the rear If objects or loads are not secured when being transported in the through loading facility they could slip or be th...

Page 340: ...rear bench seat could be damaged Observe the loading guidelines Y page 334 The left hand and right hand rear seat backr ests can be folded forwards separately to increase the cargo compartment capaci...

Page 341: ...ngs RDistribute the load on the cargo tie down rings evenly RDo not use elastic straps or nets to secure a load as these are only intended as an anti slip protection for light loads RDo not route tie...

Page 342: ...objects luggage or loads against slipping or tipping over e g by using tie downs even if you are using the cargo compartment cover When loading the vehicle make sure that you do not stack the load in...

Page 343: ...n the direction of the arrow and insert cargo compartment cover into opposite anchorage Removing installing the combined cargo cover and net cargo compart ment cover with integrated cargo net You can...

Page 344: ...ns even if you are using the cargo net It is important to use a cargo net if you load the vehicle with small objects above the seat backrests For safety reasons always use a cargo net when transportin...

Page 345: ...der into brackets A and while doing so press release button and push the luggage holder downwards until it engages X Press release button of the luggage holder and pull the strap out in the direction...

Page 346: ...he parts of the EASY PACK load securing kit The tire change tool kit is stored beneath this insert X To open holding the ribbing press han dle downwards Handle folds up X Swing the cargo compartment f...

Page 347: ...installation instructions Features Cup holder Important safety notes G WARNING If objects in the passenger compartment are stowed incorrectly they can slide or be thrown around and hit vehicle occupa...

Page 348: ...tch on the heating function press and hold button until the red indicator lamp on the button lights up X To switch off the function press and hold button until the indicator lamp on the button goes ou...

Page 349: ...X Slide sun visor horizontally as required X Fold down additional sun visor to the windshield Roller sunblinds on the rear side win dows Always guide the roller sunblind by hand Do not let it snap bac...

Page 350: ...he insert place insert into the holder and press it down on the right until it engages X To close pull cover back as far as it will go Rear compartment ashtray Close the ashtray when it is not in use...

Page 351: ...cover back as far as it will go 12 V sockets General notes X Turn the SmartKey to position 1 in the igni tion lock Y page 157 With the exception of the socket in the front center console all sockets...

Page 352: ...n pulled out of the trim G DANGER If you reach into the power socket or plug inappropriate devices into the power socket you could receive an electric shock There is a risk of fatal injury Only connec...

Page 353: ...he ignition on X Open flap X Insert the plug of the electronic device into 115 V power socket Indicator lamp lights up X To turn off disconnect the plug from 115 V power socket Ensure that you do not...

Page 354: ...a license agreement to acti vate the mbrace service Make sure that your system is activated and operational To log in press the MB Info call button If any of the steps mentioned are not carried out th...

Page 355: ...ergency help will have to be summoned by other means Have the system checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or contact the following service hotlines RUSA Mercedes Benz Customer Assist...

Page 356: ...more information on the emergency RIf there is no response from the vehicle occupants an ambulance is immediately sent to the vehicle If no voice connection can be established to the Mercedes Benz Cus...

Page 357: ...sistance Center either sends a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or makes arrangements for your vehicle to be transported to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center You may be charged for service...

Page 358: ...em or on COMAND Call priority When service calls are active e g Roadside Assistance or MB Info calls an emergency call can still be initiated In this case an emer gency call will take priority and ove...

Page 359: ...desti nation address into the entry field X To send the destination address to the e mail address of your mbrace account click on the corresponding button on the website i Example If you select Send...

Page 360: ...The vehicle can be immediately remotely locked within four days of the ignition being turned off After this time remote locking may be delayed by 15 to 60 minutes After 30 days the vehicle can no lon...

Page 361: ...Cancel the vehicle remote malfunction diagnosis is canceled com pletely The vehicle operating state check begins You will see the Vehicle diagnosis Vehicle diagnosis activated activated message When...

Page 362: ...ime at which the speed limit was exceeded Rthe selected speed limit which was excee ded Geo fencing Geo fencing allows you to select areas which the vehicle should not enter or leave You will be infor...

Page 363: ...or opener always make sure that nobody is within the range of movement of the garage door G WARNING Combustion engines emit poisonous exhaust gases such as carbon monoxide Inhaling these exhaust gases...

Page 364: ...he following steps Your vehicle must be within reach of the garage door or gate opener drive Make sure that neither your vehicle nor any persons objects are present within the sweep of the door or gat...

Page 365: ...the same angle but at varying distances RIf another remote control is available for the same garage door drive repeat the same programing steps with this remote control Before performing these steps...

Page 366: ...eat front passenger seat slide the respective seat back X Rear seats slide the respective seat for wards X To install place the floormat in the foot well X Press studs onto retainers X To remove pull...

Page 367: ...Useful information 366 Engine compartment 366 ASSYST PLUS 370 Care 371 365 Maintenance and care...

Page 368: ...ed and contact the fire department G WARNING The engine compartment contains moving components Certain components such as the radiator fan may continue to run or start again suddenly when the ignition...

Page 369: ...e required by law and must be accurate at all times Engine oil General notes Depending on your driving style the vehicle consumes up to 0 9 US qt 0 8 liters of oil per 600 miles 1 000 km The oil consu...

Page 370: ...ot spilled next to the filler neck Let the engine cool down and thoroughly clean the engine oil off the com ponents before starting the engine H Environmental note When adding oil take care not to spi...

Page 371: ...the cap Wear eye and hand protection when opening the cap Open the cap slowly half a turn to allow pressure to escape X Park the vehicle on a level surface Only check the coolant level when the vehi c...

Page 372: ...Y page 316 Further information on windshield washer fluid antifreeze Y page 454 ASSYST PLUS Service message The ASSYST PLUS service interval display informs you of the next service due date Informati...

Page 373: ...d Mercedes Benz Center will reset the ASSYST PLUS service interval display after the service work has been carried out You can also obtain further information on maintenance work for example Special s...

Page 374: ...s activated the vehicle brakes automati cally in certain situations To prevent dam age to the vehicle deactivate DISTRONIC PLUS and the HOLD function in the follow ing or other similar situations Rwhe...

Page 375: ...nt the water jet directly towards the air inlets X Use plenty of water and rinse out the sponge frequently X Rinse the vehicle with clean water and dry thoroughly with a chamois X Do not let the clean...

Page 376: ...els Polishing causes the finish to shine The following may cause the paint to become shiny and thus reduce the matte effect RVigorous rubbing with unsuitable mate rials RFrequent use of car washes RWa...

Page 377: ...s and the ignition before cleaning the windshield or wiper blades Do not pull the wiper blade Otherwise the wiper blade could be damaged Do not clean wiper blades too often and do not rub them too har...

Page 378: ...of the vehicle you could burn yourself There is a risk of injury Always be particularly careful around the exhaust tail pipe and the tail pipe trim Allow these components to cool down before touch ing...

Page 379: ...e Rabrasive cleaning agents Rcommercially available household clean ing agents These may damage the display surface Do not put pressure on the display surface when cleaning This could lead to irrepara...

Page 380: ...pieces The trim pieces have a chrome look but are mostly made of anodized aluminum and can lose their shine if chrome polish is used Use a damp lint free cloth instead when cleaning the trim pieces If...

Page 381: ...t has been there RClean Alcantara covers with a damp cloth Make sure that you wipe entire seat sections to avoid leaving visible lines Cleaning the seat belts G WARNING Seat belts can become severely...

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Page 383: ...Useful information 382 Where will I find 382 Flat tire 383 Battery vehicle 387 Jump starting 391 Towing and tow starting 393 Fuses 396 381 Breakdown assistance...

Page 384: ...he vehicles are not equipped with a tire change tool kit Some tools for chang ing a wheel are specific to the vehicle For more information on which tools are required to perform a wheel change on your...

Page 385: ...e a wheel is being changed Any one who is not directly assisting in the wheel change should for example stand behind the barrier X Get out of the vehicle Pay attention to traf fic conditions when doin...

Page 386: ...s G WARNING When driving in emergency mode the driving characteristics deteriorate e g when corner ing accelerating quickly and when braking There is a risk of an accident Do not exceed the stated max...

Page 387: ...mply with the manufacturer s safety instructions on the sticker on the tire inflation compressor Using the TIREFIT kit TIREFIT sticker 2 part X Do not remove any foreign objects which have penetrated...

Page 388: ...repair the tire in this instance Damaged tires and a tire pressure that is too low can significantly impair the vehicle s braking and driving char acteristics There is a risk of accident Do not conti...

Page 389: ...p X Have the tire sealant bottle replaced every four years at a qualified specialist work shop Battery vehicle Important safety notes Special tools and expert knowledge are required when working on th...

Page 390: ...eyes or clothing Do not inhale any battery gases Do not lean over the battery Keep children away from batteries Wash battery acid immediately with water and seek medical attention H Environmental not...

Page 391: ...harger recommended by Mercedes Benz Contact a qualified specialist workshop for further infor mation Have the battery condition of charge checked more frequently if you use the vehicle mainly for shor...

Page 392: ...cle unless a battery charger unit approved by Mercedes Benz is being used An accessory battery charge unit specially adap ted for Mercedes Benz vehicles and tested and approved by Mercedes Benz is ava...

Page 393: ...bserve the described order of the battery terminals when connecting and disconnecting a battery RWhen jump starting make sure that the battery poles with identical polarity are connected RIt is partic...

Page 394: ...he battery that is being used to jump start connected for a few minutes before attempting to start This charges the battery slightly RMake sure that the two vehicles do not touch Make sure that Rthe j...

Page 395: ...ified specialist workshop Towing and tow starting Important safety notes G WARNING Functions relevant to safety are restricted or no longer available if Rthe engine is not running Rthe brake system or...

Page 396: ...es 50km The towing speed of 30 mph 50 km h must not be exceeded If the vehicle has to be towed more than 30 miles 50km the entire vehicle must be raised and transported If you tow or tow start another...

Page 397: ...th both axles on the ground It is important that you observe the safety instructions when towing away your vehicle Y page 393 The automatic transmission automatically shifts to position P when you ope...

Page 398: ...ehicles with automatic transmission must not be tow started You could other wise damage the automatic transmission i You can find information on Jump start ing under Y page 391 Fuses Important safety...

Page 399: ...ration of the fuses X Open the front passenger door X To open pull cover outwards in the direction of the arrow and remove it X To close clip in cover on the front of the dashboard X Fold cover inward...

Page 400: ...he fuses or the cover could be damaged by the rear bench seat X Fold the right hand rear bench seat forward Y page 337 X To open lift and fold out carpet in the direction of the arrow X Release clamps...

Page 401: ...ant safety notes 400 Operation 400 Winter operation 402 Tire pressure 404 Loading the vehicle 412 All about wheels and tires 415 Changing a wheel 423 Wheel and tire combinations 428 Emergency spare wh...

Page 402: ...to the information and warn ing notices on MOExtended tires tires with run flat characteristics Accessories that are not approved for your vehicle by Mercedes Benz or that are not being used correctly...

Page 403: ...alve cap or other valve caps approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle Do not use any other valve caps or systems e g tire pressure monitoring systems Regularly check the pressure of all the tires pa...

Page 404: ...ith MOExtended tires are not equipped with a TIREFIT kit at the factory It is therefore recommended that you additionally equip your vehicle with a TIREFIT kit if you mount tires that do not feature r...

Page 405: ...ed The vehicle may otherwise be dam aged Vehicles with Adaptive Damping Sys tem ADS do not use the sports mode if you have installed snow chains The vehicle may otherwise be damaged On some tire sizes...

Page 406: ...ound on the Tire and Loading Information placard and tire pres sure table on the vehicle General notes The recommended tire pressures for the tires mounted at the factory can be found on the labels de...

Page 407: ...workshop Important notes on tire pressure G WARNING If the tire pressure drops repeatedly the wheel valve or tire may be damaged Tire pressure that is too low may result in a tire blow out There is a...

Page 408: ...G WARNING Tires with pressure that is too low can over heat and burst as a consequence In addition they also suffer from excessive and or irreg ular wear which can severely impair the brak ing proper...

Page 409: ...m monitors the set tire pressure using the rotational speed of the wheels This enables the system to detect significant pressure loss in a tire If the speed of rotation of a wheel changes as a result...

Page 410: ...un Flat Indicator Active Run Flat Indicator Active Press OK to Restart Press OK to Restart message appears in the multifunction display If you wish to confirm the restart X Press the a button The Tire...

Page 411: ...ator to indicate if the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the warning lamp will flas...

Page 412: ...fected by interference from radio trans mitting equipment e g radio headphones two way radios that may be being operated in or near the vehicle Checking the tire pressure electroni cally X Make sure t...

Page 413: ...Additional tire pressure values for different loads can also be found on the tire pressure table on the inside of the fuel filler flap Y page 404 X Make sure that the tire pressure is correct on all...

Page 414: ...plate informs you of the gross vehicle weight rating It is made up of the vehicle weight all vehicle occu pants the fuel and the cargo You can also find information about the maximum gross axle weight...

Page 415: ...rsuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 X Step 1 Locate the statement The com bined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s Ti...

Page 416: ...a trailer Y page 257 Step 1 Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Combined maximum weight of occupants and cargo data from the Tire and Loading Information placard 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 680 kg 1500 lbs 68...

Page 417: ...gross axle weight rating have your loaded vehicle including driver occupants cargo and full trailer load if applicable weighed on a suitable vehicle weighbridge Trailer load noseweight The trailer lo...

Page 418: ...snow covered or icy road is always lower than on dry road surfa ces You should pay special attention to road con ditions when temperatures are around freez ing point Mercedes Benz recommends a minimu...

Page 419: ...speed rating required for your vehicle Tire width Nominal aspect ratio in Tire code Rim diameter A Load bearing index B Speed rating General depending on the manufacturer s standards the size imprint...

Page 420: ...he speed limits Drive carefully and adapt your driving style to the traffic condi tions Summer tires Index Speed rating Q up to 100 mph 160 km h R up to 106 mph 170 km h Index Speed rating S up to 112...

Page 421: ...ectronic speed limiter permits Make sure that your tires have the required speed rating e g when buying new tires The required speed rating for your vehicle can be found in the Tires section Y page 42...

Page 422: ...bols For further information about retreaded tires see Y page 428 Tire size identifier describes the tire size Tire type code tire type code can be used by the manufacturer as a code to describe speci...

Page 423: ...The gross axle weight rating can be found on the vehicle identification plate on the B pillar on the driver s side Speed rating The speed rating is part of the tire identifica tion It specifies the sp...

Page 424: ...east three hours and Rif the vehicle has been driven for less than 1 mile 1 6 km Tread The part of the tire that comes into contact with the road Bead The tire bead ensures that the tire sits securely...

Page 425: ...t Rotate front and rear wheels only if the wheels and tires are of the same dimensions On vehicles equipped with a tire pressure monitor electronic components are loca ted in the wheel Tire mounting t...

Page 426: ...IRMATIC package make sure that highway level is selected Y page 211 X Switch off the engine X Vehicles without KEYLESS GO remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO open the...

Page 427: ...front axle is defective an intact wheel from the rear axle must first be replaced with the Minispare emergency spare wheel The faulty wheel on the front axle may only then be replaced by the undamaged...

Page 428: ...el you wish to change by about one full turn Do not unscrew the bolts com pletely The jacking points are located just behind the front wheel housings and just in front of the rear wheel housings arrow...

Page 429: ...NG If you tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is raised the jack could tip over There is a risk of injury Only tighten the wheel bolts or wheel nuts when the vehicle is on the groun...

Page 430: ...y Observe the recommended tire pressure Y page 404 i Vehicles with tire pressure monitor all wheels mounted must be equipped with functioning sensors Wheel and tire combinations General notes For safe...

Page 431: ...equipment always equip the vehicle with Rtires of the same size on a given axle left right Rthe same type of tires at a given time sum mer tires winter tires MOExtended tires Vehicles with MOExtended...

Page 432: ...mm BA 255 50 R 19 103 W3 4 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 45 R 20 104 Y3 4 BA 9 0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 24 in 57 mm R 21 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 40 R...

Page 433: ...H XL M S3 8 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 45 R 20 108 H XL M S3 8 BA 9 0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 24 in 57 mm Winter tires R 17 Tires Alloy wheels BA 235 6...

Page 434: ...5 55 R 18 105 H M S BA 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 225 50 R 19 103 W3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S3 BA 8 0 J x 19 H2...

Page 435: ...44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S i3 BA 8 0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S i3 8 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 32 in 59 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 45 R...

Page 436: ...BA 265 45 R 20 108 H XL M S3 8 BA 9 0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 24 in 57 mm Winter tires R 18 Tires Alloy wheels BA 255 55 R 18 105 H M S i BA 8 0 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm R 19 Tires Alloy...

Page 437: ...J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 32 in 59 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S3 8 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 45 R 20 108 H XL M S3 8 BA 9 0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 2...

Page 438: ...0 R 19 103 W3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S3 BA 8 0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S3 8 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 32 in...

Page 439: ...9 0 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 05 in 52 mm ML 400 4MATIC All weather tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 225 50 R 19 103 W3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S3 BA 8 0...

Page 440: ...2 44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S i3 BA 8 0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S i3 8 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 32 in 59 mm R 20 Tires Alloy wheels BA 265 45...

Page 441: ...nter tires R 19 Tires Alloy wheels BA 225 50 R 19 103 W3 BA 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 44 in 62 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL M S i3 BA 8 0 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 20 in 56 mm BA 255 50 R 19 107 H XL...

Page 442: ...mergency spare wheel and the wheel to be replaced may differ Mounting an emergency spare wheel may severely impair the driving characteristics There is a risk of an accident To avoid hazardous situati...

Page 443: ...e restriction on use as well as the speed limitation specified on the emer gency spare wheel Replace the tires after six years at the latest regardless of wear This also applies to the emergency spare...

Page 444: ...ach fastening straps X Unhook retaining spring hooks and of fastening straps from the lasing eye lets X Remove the emergency spare wheel bag with the Minispare emergency spare wheel X Open the emergen...

Page 445: ...bar 61 psi 4 5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 58 in 40 mm ML 550 4MATIC Minispare emergency spare wheel Tires Alloy wheels T 155 80 R19 114 M Tire pressure 420 kPa 4 2 bar 61 psi 4 5 B x 19 H2 Wheel offset...

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Page 447: ...ion 446 Information regarding technical data 446 Identification plates 446 Service products and filling capaci ties 447 Vehicle data 456 Vehicle data for off road driving 457 Trailer tow hitch 459 445...

Page 448: ...o a vehicle with standard equipment Consult an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for the data for all vehicle variants and trim levels Identification plates Vehicle identification plate with vehi cle id...

Page 449: ...inal containers Always keep service products out of the reach of children H Environmental note Dispose of service products in an environ mentally responsible manner Service products include the follow...

Page 450: ...e with out delay RIf fuel is swallowed seek medical assis tance without delay Do not induce vomit ing RImmediately change out of clothing which has come into contact with fuel Tank capacity Model Tota...

Page 451: ...RON 91 MON This may reduce engine performance and increase fuel consumption Avoid driving at full throttle and sudden acceleration Never refuel using fuel with a lower AKI Information on refueling Y...

Page 452: ...esel B5 label on the gasoline pump must clearly state that the standard for ULSD has been fulfilled If the label is not clear do not refuel the vehicle Do not refuel your vehicle with fuels unless the...

Page 453: ...mall amounts of ammonia vapor may be released Ammonia vapors have a pungent odor and are particularly irritating to the skin to mucous membranes and to the eyes You may expe rience a burning sensation...

Page 454: ...You should therefore only use engine oils and oil filters that are approved for vehicles with maintenance systems For a listof approved engine oilsand oil filters consult an authorized Mercedes Benz C...

Page 455: ...ou should have the brake fluid renewed at the specified intervals Comply with the important safety notes for service products when handling brake fluid Y page 447 The brake fluid change intervals can...

Page 456: ...B Specifications for Service Prod ucts 310 1 i When the vehicle is first delivered it is fil led with a coolant mixture that ensures adequate antifreeze and corrosion protec tion i The coolant is chec...

Page 457: ...134a and the PAG oil approved by Mercedes Benz may be used The approved PAG oil may not be mixed with any other PAG oil that is not approved for R 134a refrigerant Other wise the climate control syste...

Page 458: ...All other mod els with Opening height Max headroom Steel suspen sion 86 4 in 2195 mm 78 2 in 1987 mm AIRMATIC package 84 3 in 87 2 in 2140 mm 2215 mm 76 0 in 79 0 in 1931 mm 2006 mm ON OFF ROAD pack...

Page 459: ...11 2 in 285 mm Minimum ground clear ance AIRMATIC package ON OFFROAD package 7 1 in 180 mm Turning radius 38 7 ft 11 80 m Maximum roof load 220 lb 100 kg Model Vehicle length ML 550 4MATIC 190 5 in 4...

Page 460: ...road level 1 25 24 Off road level 2 28 27 Off road level 3 29 29 For further information about approach departure angles see Y page 194 Maximum gradient climbing capabil ity Note that the vehicle s gr...

Page 461: ...h Mounting dimensions If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitted changes to the cooling system and drive train may be necessary depending on the vehicle type If you have a trailer tow hitch retrofitt...

Page 462: ...ailer load unbraked Permissible trailer load braked at a min imum gradient climbing capability of 12 from a standstill 6613 lbs 3000 kg Maximum drawbar noseweight the drawbar noseweight is not include...

Page 463: ...65 kg Maximum drawbar noseweight the drawbar noseweight is not included in the trailer load 575 lbs 261 kg Permissible rear axle load when towing a trailer 3637 lbs 1650 kg The actual noseweight may n...

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