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Index

Emission control

358

Information label

527

System warranties

Vacuum routing diagram label

527

Engine

Belt layout

528

Break-in recommendations

346

Cleaning

412

Compartment

364

Malfunction indicator lamp

29, 423

Maximum engine speed

157, 530

Number

527

Starting

Tachometer

29, 157

Technical data

530

Turning off

Engine coolant see Coolant

Engine oil

366, 540

Adding

369, 540

Additives

540

Changing

369, 540

Checking level

366

Checking level, Control system

366

Checking level, Dipstick

368

Consumption

366

Filler neck

369

Messages in the multifunction

display

366, 367, 458

Recommended engine oils and

filters

540

ESP

102

Messages in the multifunction

display

441–442

Warning lamp

27, 425

ETD

Safety guidelines

Extending cargo compartment

301

Exterior rear view mirrors

48, 212

Power folding*

214

Synchronizing

214

Fastening the seat belts

Filler neck, Engine oil

369

First aid kit

472

Flat tire

497

Collapsible tire

475, 500, 534

Jacking up the vehicle

498

Lowering the vehicle

503

Mounting the spare wheel

500

Preparing the vehicle

498

Spare wheel

475, 500, 534

Floormats

343

Fluids

Automatic transmission fluid

370,

538

Brake fluid

362, 538, 541

Capacities

538

Engine coolant

362, 370, 539, 543

Engine oil

366, 538, 540

Power steering fluid

538

Windshield washer and headlamp

cleaning* system

372, 539

Summary of Contents for 2007 R 320 CDI

Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual R Class Order No 6515 1809 13 Part No 251 584 52 81 USA Edition A 2007 9 tTq 2515845281 Operator s Manual R Class...

Page 2: ...R 320 CDI R 350 R 500 R 63 AMG...

Page 3: ...re and also the safety of you and your passen gers we ask you to make a small invest ment of time Please read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your refer...

Page 4: ...cording devices 19 At a glance 21 Exterior view 22 Cockpit 24 Instrument cluster 26 Multifunction steering wheel 30 Center console 31 Upper part 31 Lower part 32 Overhead control panel 33 Storage comp...

Page 5: ...tailgate 123 Closing the tailgate 125 Automatic central locking 130 Locking and unlocking from the inside 130 Seats 132 Easy entry exit feature 132 Lumbar support 136 Multicontour seat 136 Front seat...

Page 6: ...mate control 218 Deactivating the climate control system 222 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode 222 Setting the temperature 223 Adjusting air distribution 223 Adjusting air volume...

Page 7: ...ent 301 Cargo compartment cover blind 306 Partition net 308 Useful features 311 Storage compartments 311 Parcel nets 315 Cup holders 316 Ashtrays 319 Cigarette lighter 321 Power outlets 322 Rear cente...

Page 8: ...loading terminology 401 Rotating tires 404 Winter driving 405 Winter tires 405 Snow chains 406 Maintenance 407 Maintenance service indicator message 407 Calling up the maintenance service indicator di...

Page 9: ...Technical data 523 Parts service 524 Warranty coverage 525 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 525 Identification labels 526 Layout of poly V belt drive 528 R 320 CDI 528 R 350 528 R 500...

Page 10: ...her products and therefore cannot be held responsible for them even if in indi vidual cases an official approval or authori zation by governmental or other agencies should exist Use of such parts and...

Page 11: ...rve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore infor mation illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Optional equipment is also describe...

Page 12: ...tail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following oc curs 1 the same substantial defect or mal function results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle...

Page 13: ...Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day 365 days a year Roadside Assistance will be provided in ac cordance with standard program guide lines which include providing service to the vehicle up to a...

Page 14: ...ext operator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Truck found in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet or call the Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance...

Page 15: ...uipment installed on your ve hicle This section expands on the Getting started section and also describes techni cal innovations If you are already familiar with the basic functions of your vehicle th...

Page 16: ...mbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure Page This symbol tells you where to look for further information on a topic This continuation symbol marks a procedure which is contin...

Page 17: ...er turn off the engine while driving Warning G Heavy blows against the vehicle underbody or tires wheels for example when running over an obstacle road debris or a pothole may cause serious damage and...

Page 18: ...nter to have the problem diagnosed and corrected if required If the matter is not handled to your satisfaction please discuss the problem with the Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center management or if nec...

Page 19: ...stration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it ma...

Page 20: ...fter a collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety DaimlerChrysler may access the information and share it with others for safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes with the consent of th...

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Page 22: ...21 At a glance Exterior view Cockpit Instrument cluster Multifunction steering wheel Center console Overhead control panel Storage compartments Door control panel...

Page 23: ...22 At a glance Exterior view...

Page 24: ...3 532 Checking tire inflation pressure 382 Run Flat Indicator Canada vehicles 383 Tire Pressure Monitoring System U S vehicles 385 Advanced Tire Pressure Monitoring System Canada vehicles 388 Flat tir...

Page 25: ...24 At a glance Cockpit...

Page 26: ...box release Glove box lock 311 312 Item Page a Glove box CD changer AUX socket 311 311 311 b Center console 31 c Starter switch 39 d Steering wheel adjustment manual 46 e Steering wheel adjustment ele...

Page 27: ...26 At a glance Instrument cluster...

Page 28: ...indicator lamp1 l Distance warning lamp2 1 Lamp without function It illuminates when the ignition is on It should go out when the engine is running 2 Vehicles without Distronic Warning lamp without f...

Page 29: ...28 At a glance Instrument cluster...

Page 30: ...indicator 150 q Preglow indicator lamp1 a Fuel gauge with Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 430 4 Fuel filler flap indica tor The fuel filler flap is located on the rear right hand side 360 1 Vehicles w...

Page 31: ...p to increase down to decrease 3 Telephone Press button s to take a call to dial to redial t to end a call to reject an incoming call Item Page 4 Moving within a menu Press button j for next display k...

Page 32: ...nt passenger side 143 5 Vehicle level control switch 289 6 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 206 Item Page 7 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 92 431 8 Hazard warn...

Page 33: ...rt Item Page 1 Storage compartment 312 2 Armrest storage tray release 313 3 Armrest storage compart ment release 313 4 Storage compartment Ashtray with cigarette lighter 312 319 5 Cup holders 316 6 Ca...

Page 34: ...interior lamp 153 7 Tilt sliding sunroof switch Tilt sliding panel switch 258 261 8 Tele Aid emergency call system button 332 9 Vehicles without telephone installed Hands free microphone for TeleAid...

Page 35: ...34 At a glance Storage compartments...

Page 36: ...tment 315 9 First aid kit vehicle tool kit spare wheel 472 a Third row storage compartment 311 b Cup holder 316 Item Page c Door pocket d Parcel net on driver s seat backrest 315 e Door pocket f Stora...

Page 37: ...iew mirror adjustment 49 4 Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 49 214 5 Switches for opening closing front and rear door windows 251 6 R...

Page 38: ...37 Getting started Unlocking Adjusting Driving Parking and locking...

Page 39: ...nlock button 4 Panic button page 99 Press button on the SmartKey All turn signal lamps flash once The vehicle unlocks The locking knobs in the doors move up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed The...

Page 40: ...h KEYLESS GO must be outside the vehicle no further than approximately 3 feet 1 meter away from the respective door Warning G When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you...

Page 41: ...he indicator and warning lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indica tor lamps unless activated in the instrument cluster come on The indicator and warning lamps except high...

Page 42: ...er switch the KEYLESS GO start stop button can be easily removed by pulling it out of the starter switch 1 KEYLESS GO start stop button 2 Starter switch KEYLESS GO start stop button 3 USA only 4 Canad...

Page 43: ...ng the engine or comes on while driving refer to Lamps in instrument cluster page 420 For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS GO start stop button see Starting with KEYLESS GO page 55...

Page 44: ...he SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Even with the SmartKey or the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO removed from the starter switch or the Smar...

Page 45: ...front door has been opened When moving the seat make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seat Otherwise you could damage the seat When the second row seats are folded forward e g fo...

Page 46: ...ection of arrow 1 Vehicles without memory function 1 Head restraint 2 Release button Warning G Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are intended to help reduce inj...

Page 47: ...nd lower edge of the head restraint Adjust the head restraint to the desired position by pushing or pulling on the lower edge of the head restraint cushion For more information see Seats page 132 Stee...

Page 48: ...l is securely locked by trying to move it up and down as well as in and out before driving off Steering wheel adjustment electrical Warning G Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting t...

Page 49: ...in direction of arrow 2 Mirrors Adjust the interior and exterior rear view mirrors before driving so that you have a good view of the road and traffic conditions i The memory function page 144 lets yo...

Page 50: ...en using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for a wider field of view Ob jects in mirror are closer than they appear Check your interior...

Page 51: ...d mirrors in then press fold button 1 page 214 again to fold mirrors out Do not force mirrors by hand as this may damage the adjustment mechanism The mirror housing is then properly positioned and you...

Page 52: ...ore severe without your seat belt properly buckled Without your seat belt buckled you are much more likely to hit the interior of the vehicle or be ejected from it You can be seriously injured or kill...

Page 53: ...use serious or even fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a nearly upright position and the belt is properly positioned on the body Warning G...

Page 54: ...e to the middle of the shoulder it should not touch the neck Never pass the shoulder portion of the seat belt under your arm For this purpose you can adjust the height of the seat belt outlet page 53...

Page 55: ...not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Damaged seat belts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must...

Page 56: ...ey in the starter switch to position 3 page 40 and release it The engine starts automatically Starting with KEYLESS GO You can start your vehicle without the SmartKey in the starter switch using the K...

Page 57: ...EYLESS GO start stop button once The engine starts if the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is in the vehicle Diesel engine Make sure the automatic transmission is set to P The transmission position indicator...

Page 58: ...emember that extended starting attempts can drain the battery Get a jump start page 514 If the engine does not start after several starting attempts there could be a mal function in the engine electro...

Page 59: ...brake appears in the multifunction display when driving off you have forgotten to release the parking brake Release the parking brake page 57 i Once the vehicle is in motion the automatic central lock...

Page 60: ...s and the highbeam indicator lamp A in the instrument cluster come on page 26 For more information on headlamps see Combination switch page 150 Shift the automatic transmission to position P or R only...

Page 61: ...ased the corre sponding turn signals flash three times Do not operate the windshield wipers when the windshield is dry Dust that accumulates on a windshield might scratch the glass and or damage the w...

Page 62: ...dshield wipers fail to function at all in combination switch position U or V set the combination switch to the next higher wiper speed have the windshield wipers checked at the nearest authorized Merc...

Page 63: ...iper switch 2 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 3 Intermittent wiping 4 Rear window wiper off 5 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 6 Rear window wiper indicator Switch on the ignition page 40 Act...

Page 64: ...washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 372 Problems while driving The engine runs erratically and misfires An ignition cable may be damaged gasoline engine only The engine electronics may not...

Page 65: ...ngine under any circumstances Notify local fire and or police authori ties If the extent of the damage cannot be determined Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center If no damage can be d...

Page 66: ...hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could be ignited and cause a vehicle fire To reduce the risk of personal injury as a result of vehicle movement befo...

Page 67: ...rs when you engage the parking brake Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leav...

Page 68: ...effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle i Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P page 199 When parked on an incline also turn front wheel towards the road curb i...

Page 69: ...el Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Damaged seat belts must be replaced Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G To prevent possible personal i...

Page 70: ...he outside door handle Press lock button 1 on an outside door handle With the tailgate and all doors closed the turn signal lamps flash three times The locking knobs on the doors move down The anti th...

Page 71: ...70...

Page 72: ...71 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 73: ...ions work in conjunction with each other The SRS system conducts a self test when the ignition is switched on and in regular intervals while the engine is running This facilitates early detection of m...

Page 74: ...g driving or does not come on at all the SRS self check has detected a malfunction For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center immedi ately to...

Page 75: ...seated position with your back against the seat backrest Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body page 51 Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and forc...

Page 76: ...cially children are not properly seated or restrained when next to a side im pact air bag which needs to deploy rapidly in a side impact in order to do its job To help avoid the possibility of injury...

Page 77: ...lts or belts that were highly stressed in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Use only belts in stalled or supplied by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck...

Page 78: ...ment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center For your protection and the protection of others when scrapping th...

Page 79: ...n as assessed by the air bag control unit On the front passenger side the front air bag deployment is additionally influenced by the passenger s weight category as identified by the Occupant Classific...

Page 80: ...at belt fastened latch plate properly in serted into buckle the front passenger side impact air bag will deploy indepen dently of the empty seat The side impact air bags and window cur tain air bags a...

Page 81: ...ly reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the belt would apply force at the ab domen or neck That could cause serious or ev...

Page 82: ...e too far forward That would in crease the chance of head and neck in juries The belt would also apply too much force to the ribs or abdomen which could severely injure internal or gans such as your l...

Page 83: ...ened If the driver s or the front passenger s seat belt remains unfastened after 60 seconds the the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale stops flashing but continues to be illuminat...

Page 84: ...be replaced When disposing of the pyrotechnic emer gency tensioning device our safety instruc tions must be followed These are available at your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G...

Page 85: ...Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident With a third row seat occup...

Page 86: ...w in all 50 states the District of Columbia the U S territories and all Canadian provinces Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The child restraint system s metal parts for exam...

Page 87: ...Thus we strongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats whenever possible Regardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropri...

Page 88: ...driving to make sure the lamp is illuminated If the 59 indicator lamp goes out or remains out do not transport a child on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired A child in a rear...

Page 89: ...er should always use the 59 in dicator lamp as an indication of whether or not the front passenger is properly posi tioned Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats using regular sea...

Page 90: ...at the front passenger front air bag is de activated When the OCS senses that the front passen ger seat is classified as being empty the 59 indicator lamp will illumi nate when the engine is started a...

Page 91: ...ended for the size and weight of the child The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt the seat belt and top tether strap or lower anchors and top tether strap...

Page 92: ...size and weight of the child and se cure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions For children larger than the typical 12 month old child t...

Page 93: ...place more than 4 4 lbs 2 kg into the parcel net on the back of the front passenger seat Otherwise the OCS may not be able to properly approx imate the occupant weight category Do not place objects un...

Page 94: ...ngs Warning G If the 59 indicator lamp should not illuminate the system is not functioning You must see an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center before seating any child on the front passenger s...

Page 95: ...ove anchorage ring cover 3 from third row seat on which a child seat is to be installed 4 Anchors third row seats Install a LATCH type child seat accord ing to the manufacturer s instructions An incor...

Page 96: ...backrest of the seat on which a child seat is to be installed 2 Anchorage rings 3 Hook Move the respective head restraint to its uppermost position page 139 Release the respective seat backrest page...

Page 97: ...king 2 is barely visible page 135 Warning G When installing a child seat on a third row seat do not fasten hook 3 to the strap below anchorage ring 2 Otherwise the child seat will not be securely fast...

Page 98: ...erride switch is located on the driver s door control panel 1 Override switch For more information on power windows see Power windows page 251 Warning G Activate the override switch when children are...

Page 99: ...sing the switches located in the rear doors Enabling Press override switch 1 once more The switch disengages from its re cessed position back to its original po sition The rear door windows can again...

Page 100: ...he following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unau...

Page 101: ...o light brake pressure The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster page 26 comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Warning G The following factors increase the...

Page 102: ...arning G When the ABS is malfunctioning the BAS the ESP and the 4 ETS are also switched off The basic driving and braking functions are still available When the ABS is malfunctioning the wheels may lo...

Page 103: ...y road surfaces The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking maneuvers The ESP warning lamp v in the instru ment cluster page 26 flashes when the ESP is engaged The ESP warning lamp v in the ins...

Page 104: ...a safe attentive and skillful driver can prevent accidents The capabili ties of an ESP equipped vehicle must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardize the user s safe...

Page 105: ...ntrol or the Distronic system the cruise control or the Distronic system switch off if currently activated The ESP switch is located on the upper part of the center console 1 ESP switch With the engin...

Page 106: ...arning G When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously the ESP is switched off or is not operational due to a malfunction Adapt your speed and driving to the prevail ing road conditions and...

Page 107: ...e to skid The 4 ETS cannot prevent accidents resul ting from excessive speed Operational or performance test must only be conducted on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are necessary contact an aut...

Page 108: ...he alarm system has been armed a visual and audible alarm is triggered when someone opens a door the tailgate the hood The alarm will stay on even if the activat ing element a door for example is imme...

Page 109: ...ng the alarm system Unlock the vehicle page 38 The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the vehicle is disarmed Alarm system indicator lamp 1 goes out i If the alarm stays on for more than 30...

Page 110: ...Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch or Press the or button on the SmartKey With KEYLESS GO Grasp an outside door handle The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO must be within 3 ft 1 m of the vehicle or Pr...

Page 111: ...110...

Page 112: ...tion Lighting Instrument cluster Control system Automatic transmission Good visibility Climate control 3 zone automatic climate control Power windows Power tilt sliding sunroof Panorama roof with powe...

Page 113: ...ing and un locking see the Getting started section page 38 and page 68 SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The locking tabs...

Page 114: ...avoid ex posing the SmartKey to high levels of electro magnetic radiation i USA only This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This devi...

Page 115: ...l lamps flash once The locking knobs in the doors move up The anti theft alarm system is disarmed Global locking Press button With the tailgate and all doors closed the turn signal lamps flash three t...

Page 116: ...ediately to your car insurance company If necessary have the mechanical lock replaced Your authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement i If battery check...

Page 117: ...for tailgate 3 Locking tab for mechanical key 4 Unlock button 5 Battery check lamp 6 Panic button page 99 Warning G When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you and lock...

Page 118: ...S GO must be located in the vehicle The KEYLESS GO start stop button must be inserted in the starter switch page 41 The brake pedal must be firmly de pressed Do not depress the accel erator If the Sma...

Page 119: ...rted the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button page 55 you can turn it off again with the KEYLESS GO start stop button page 67 the SmartKey inserted in the starter switch when the automatic tra...

Page 120: ...ly travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO so when you grasp the driv er s door handle only the driver s door and the fuel filler flap unlocks Press and hold buttons and si...

Page 121: ...the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO the batteries in the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO are discharged the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained Check the batteries in the Sm...

Page 122: ...e the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO deactivated by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Report the loss of the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO or the mechanical key immediately to your car insurance com...

Page 123: ...b 1 on the respec tive rear door to unlock door Pull on inside door handle 2 on the re spective rear door to open door i If the vehicle has previously been locked from the outside with the SmartKey or...

Page 124: ...2 Push 3 Lift Push handle 1 in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there i Vehicles without KEYLESS GO The vehicle must be unlocked page 39 Vehicles with KEYLESS GO When opening the tailgate the vehicle...

Page 125: ...w seconds the tailgate lock will automatically en gage again Additionally the tailgate will relock automatically if the vehicle was locked when the tailgate was released from the inside If the tailgat...

Page 126: ...he tailgate swings open upwards automat ically Always make sure there is sufficient over head clearance To stop the opening procedure press or pull remote tailgate switch 1 or press the button on the...

Page 127: ...locked visibility exhaust fumes may enter the vehicle interior Warning G To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tail...

Page 128: ...revent a possible inadvertent lockout the tailgate will open automatically if a SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is recognized inside the vehicle i If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the Smar...

Page 129: ...ive with the tailgate closed as among other dangers such as blocked visibility exhaust fumes may enter the vehi cle interior i Do not place the SmartKey in the open car go compartment You may lock you...

Page 130: ...The anti theft alarm system is armed If the tailgate comes into contact with an object while closing e g luggage that has been piled too high the closing procedure is stopped and the tailgate reopens...

Page 131: ...locking or unlock ing switch The switches are located in the front door control panels 1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch Locking Press central locking switch 2 If all doors and the...

Page 132: ...willnot unlock using the central unlocking switch 1 If the vehicle was previously locked with the cen tral locking switch 2 While in the selective remote control mode only the front door opened from t...

Page 133: ...nition switched on or insert the SmartKey into the starter switch or press the KEYLESS GO start stop button page 41 once with the driver s door closed Warning G You must make sure no one can become tr...

Page 134: ...f arrow at resistance point The seat backrest folds forward i If the current position for the steering wheel is in the uppermost tilt position the steering wheel will no longer be able to move upward...

Page 135: ...nd row seats page 303 Easy exit feature for third row seats The easy exit strap is located on the rear of the second row seat base 1 Easy exit strap To exit the vehicle when seated on a third row seat...

Page 136: ...g G When occupants have entered or exited the vehicle using the easy entry exit feature before driving off make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright po sition and ar...

Page 137: ...onal lumbar and side support The seat cushion depth seat backrest cushion height and curvature can be con tinuously varied with switches on the in side of each front seat base after the ignition is sw...

Page 138: ...trongly recommend that children be placed in the rear seats Re gardless of seating position children 12 years old and under must be seated and properly secured in an appropriate infant or toddler rest...

Page 139: ...ndle 1 in direc tion of arrow to resistance point and hold it there After adjusting rear seats make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright po sition and are properly l...

Page 140: ...e 1 in direction of arrow and hold it there To move seat backrest back lean lightly against backrest To move seat backrest forward lean forward with handle 1 pulled The seat backrest will move forward...

Page 141: ...e without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident With a third row seat occupied make sure to move t...

Page 142: ...can be folded up when loading for example and adjusted Folding up Move the armrest into a vertical posi tion until it engages Adjusting With the armrest folded up disengage the armrest by pushing it t...

Page 143: ...The red indicator lamps in the switch come on to show which heating level you have selected Switch on the ignition page 39 Level 3 Three indicator lamps on highest level The seat heating automaticall...

Page 144: ...n Press switch 1 repeatedly until the desired ventilation level is set Switching off Press switch 1 repeatedly until all indicator lamps 2 go out i If one or more of the indicator lamps 2 on seat heat...

Page 145: ...aint system that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 With the memory function you can store up to three differ...

Page 146: ...s memory button M Release memory button M and press stored position 1 2 or 3 within 3 seconds All settings are stored to the selected position Recalling positions from memory Press and hold stored pos...

Page 147: ...drive on the other side of the road than the country in which the vehicle is registered you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams Relevant information can be obtained at any auth...

Page 148: ...ense plate lamps and the side marker lamps will switch on and off automatically Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps may switch off unexpectedly when the system senses brigh...

Page 149: ...ly By default the daytime running lamp mode is deactivated Activate the daytime running lamp mode using the control system see Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only page 183 When the engine is ru...

Page 150: ...off The green indicator lamp in the exterior lamp switch goes out Warning G In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions only switch from position U to B with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe loca...

Page 151: ...igh beam 2 High beam flasher High beam Canada only Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B page 146 or USA only Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B or U page 146 Push the combination switc...

Page 152: ...in low ambient lighting condi tions The corner illuminating front fog lamps function is not available at a vehicle speed above 25 mph 40 km h i If you are driving faster than 25 mph 40 km h or have t...

Page 153: ...automatic transmission to reverse gear R page 199 The corner illuminating front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on Switching off corner illuminating front fog lamps Shift the autom...

Page 154: ...interior lighting and the locator lighting page 184 remain switched off even when you unlock the vehicle remove the SmartKey from the starter switch open a door open the tailgate i With the hazard wa...

Page 155: ...2 again to switch off the respective interior light Switching front reading lamps on and off The front reading lamps are located in the lower edge of the interior rear view mirror Press front reading...

Page 156: ...n in the dark the corresponding door entry lamps will switch on in darkness when you open a door and the automatic control is activated The door entry lamps will switch off when the corresponding door...

Page 157: ...e the instrument cluster settings in the instrument cluster submenu of the control system page 179 Warning G No messages will be displayed if either the instrument cluster or the multifunction display...

Page 158: ...wheel page 160 repeatedly until the trip odometer appears in the multi function display Press and hold reset button 2 page 156 until the trip odometer is reset Tachometer The red marking on the tacho...

Page 159: ...al displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambient temperatures e g when leaving your garage you will notice a delay before the lower temperature is displayed A delay also occu...

Page 160: ...ip odometer 2 Main odometer 3 Transmission position indicator 4 Current transmission program mode 5 Status indicator outside temperature or digital speedometer For more information on menus displayed...

Page 161: ...e individual functions are then found within the relevant menu radio or CD operations under AUDIO for example These functions serve to call up relevant information or to customize the settings for you...

Page 162: ...button k or j repeatedly you will pass through each function display one after the other in the current menu In the Settings menu instead of func tions you will find a number of submenus for calling u...

Page 163: ...162 Controls in detail Control system Menus This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 1 to 5 The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 164: ...g tire inflation pressure Vehicle supply voltage Selecting satellite radio station USA only Compass Checking coolant temperature RACETIMER Operating CD player Calling up digital speedometer or outside...

Page 165: ...164 Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 6 to b The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 166: ...emory Resetting to factory settings Distance warning function on off Fuel consumption statistics after start Loading phone book Instrument cluster submenu Fuel consumption statistics since the last re...

Page 167: ...hecking coolant temperature 166 Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature 167 Calling up maintenance service indicator 409 Checking engine oil level R 500 only 366 Warning G Driving when y...

Page 168: ...the multifunction display page 455 The engine should not be operated with a coolant temperature above 248 F 120 C Doing so may cause serious engine damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Lim...

Page 169: ...nu Press button j repeatedly until you see the vehicle supply voltage 1 Gear indicator 2 Vehicle supply voltage i This function is only available in AMG vehicles i The engine oil temperature symbol fl...

Page 170: ...ure is only for use on roads and in conditions where high speed driving is permitted Racing on public roads is prohibited under any circumstances and the driver is and must always remain re sponsible...

Page 171: ...lap time is reset to 0 Deleting all laps Press button while the timer is running The timer stops Press the reset button twice page 26 Press button The timer starts The saved laps are de leted Overall...

Page 172: ...Audio off appears in the multifunction display The following functions are available Selecting radio station Turn on the COMAND system and select radio Refer to separate COMAND system operating instru...

Page 173: ...m operating instructions Press button or repeatedly until the settings for the CD currently being played appear in the multifunc tion display 1 Current CD for CD changer 2 Current track Press button k...

Page 174: ...il the message Navi appears in the multifunction display The message shown in the multifunction display depends on the status of the navi gation system With the COMAND system switched off the message...

Page 175: ...onic system The information shown in the multifunction display depends on whether the Distronic system is activated or deactivated Please refer to the Driving systems section of this manual page 271 f...

Page 176: ...ts the starter switch in position 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from the starter switch Warning G Malfunction and warning messages are only indicated for certain systems and are inten tionally n...

Page 177: ...and submenus are available in the Settings menu Resetting all settings You can reset the functions of all submenus to the factory settings Press the reset button in the instrument cluster page 156 for...

Page 178: ...bmenu you can use the j button to move to the next function or the k button to move to the previous function within that submenu The settings themselves are made with button or i The settings you have...

Page 179: ...aytime running lamp mode USA only Calling up the compass Activating easy entry exit feature Selecting language Setting the time minutes Setting locator lighting Compass adjustment Setting fold in func...

Page 180: ...er appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to set speedometer unit to km or miles Selecting language Move the selection marker with button o...

Page 181: ...n marker with button or to the Instr cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Status line display appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current se...

Page 182: ...setting Press button or to set the hour Setting the time minutes This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module Move the selection marker with...

Page 183: ...ehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module Move the selection marker with button or to the Time Date submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Date Set day appears...

Page 184: ...multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting Press button or to select manual operation Manual or daytime running lamp mode Constant With daytime running lamp mode activated a...

Page 185: ...or is opened If you do not open a door after unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey the lamps will switch off automatically after approxi mately 40 seconds Move the selection marker with button or to...

Page 186: ...witch off after 60 seconds Move the selection marker with button or to the Lighting submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Headlamp delayed shut off appears in the multifunction disp...

Page 187: ...n marker is on the current setting Press button or to switch the interior lighting delayed shut off feature On or Off Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu Use the Vehiclesu...

Page 188: ...if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system with navigation module In order to calibrate the compass properly mind the following Calibrate the compass in open terrain Nearby buildings bridges p...

Page 189: ...tion Use of the Audio search function to select a radio station page 171 will enable you to start a frequency scan Freq or select a radio station stored in memory Memory Move the selection marker with...

Page 190: ...ing On or Off Limiting opening height of tailgate Use this function to activate or deactivate the limiting opening height of the tailgate Move the selection marker with button or to the Vehicle submen...

Page 191: ...ng steering wheel when the easy entry exit feature is activated To stop steering wheel movement do one of the following Move steering wheel adjustment stalk page 47 Press one of the memory position bu...

Page 192: ...ng a stationary ob stacle or a slower vehicle moving in your vehicle s path and the danger of a collision exists even when the Distronic is switched off Press button or repeatedly until the message Di...

Page 193: ...ntil the value is reset to 0 Fuel consumption statistics since last reset Press button or repeatedly until the message From start appears in the multifunction display Press button j or k repeatedly un...

Page 194: ...n the current fuel tank level appears in the multifunction display TEL menu i The fuel consumption statistics reset auto matically to 0when either of the following values is exceeded distance covered...

Page 195: ...ars in the multifunction display This standby message indicates that your telephone is ready for use and you can operate it using the control system Answering a call When your telephone is ready to re...

Page 196: ...pears the phone book has been loaded Press button j or k repeatedly until the desired name appears in the multifunction display The stored names are displayed in ascending or descending alphabetical o...

Page 197: ...your entire phone book Press button or repeatedly until the message Tel appears in the multifunction display Press button s The first number in the redial memory appears in the multifunction display P...

Page 198: ...right of the steering column Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission P Park position R Reverse gear N Neutral D Drive position i During the brief warm up transmission upshifting is delayed This a...

Page 199: ...osition D Release the parking brake page 57 Release the brake pedal Carefully depress the accelerator pedal to drive off when it is safe to do so i The current transmission position P R N or D appears...

Page 200: ...en it is safe to do so Shifting from D R or N to P If you want to select park position P with the transmission being in drive position D reverse gear R or neutral position N With the vehicle at a stan...

Page 201: ...R 63 AMG only page 209 the position of the accelerator pedal page 203 the vehicle speed With drive position D selected you can use the steering wheel gearshift control buttons page 207 to influence t...

Page 202: ...rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center SmartKey If you turn off the engine using the SmartKey and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch the transmission will shift to park position P automatical...

Page 203: ...while driving If the ESP is deactivated or malfunctioning Shift into neutral position N only if the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads Drive The transmission shifts automatically All fo...

Page 204: ...smission in gear Hold the vehicle with the brake When you stop for a longer period of time with the engine idling and or on a hill Set the parking brake Shift into park position P Maneuvering When you...

Page 205: ...tem maintains the pressure in the brake sys tem for approximately 1 second after you have released the brake pedal Therefore you can start off smoothly without the vehicle moving immediately after rel...

Page 206: ...ge appears in the multifunction display 1 Current gear range Effect The transmission shifts through sixth gear only The transmission shifts through fifth gear only The transmission shifts through four...

Page 207: ...ch R 63 AMG only M Manual For manual gear shifting page 209 C Comfort For standard driving S Sport For sporty driving The selected program mode appears in the multifunction display 1 Current program m...

Page 208: ...equipped with manual shift program M you can use the steering wheel gearshift control to manually shift the gears 1 Left shift button limiting gear range or downshift in program mode M 2 Right shift b...

Page 209: ...ay page 205 The transmission will shift from the current gear range directly to gear range D Shifting into optimal gear range Press and hold left shift button 1 The transmission will automatically sel...

Page 210: ...e transmission switches to the manual program mode M Automatic shifting is switched off The gear range is not limited You can change the gears manually with drive position D selected You can upshift o...

Page 211: ...wnshifting Briefly press left shift button 1 page 207 The transmission shifts to the next lower gear In the manual program mode M the trans mission will not upshift even if the engine has reached its...

Page 212: ...ot stored Emergency operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration becomes less re sponsive or sluggish or the transmission no longer shifts the transmission is most likely operating in limp home em...

Page 213: ...ir see Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 372 Rear view mirrors For more information on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors page 48 Interior rear view mirror...

Page 214: ...w Light hitting the mirror s at certain angles incident light could blind you As a result you may not be able to observe the traffic conditions and could cause an accident Warning G In case of an acci...

Page 215: ...erior rear view mirrors do not fold properly upon locking or un locking the vehicle although the corre sponding function in the control system is activated page 190 do the following Fold each exterior...

Page 216: ...perience glare any more swing sun visor 1 up i If you are driving at more than approximately 30 mph 47 km h you will not be able to fold the exterior mirrors in If an exterior rear view mirror housing...

Page 217: ...from mounting 7 page 215 Pivot sun visor 1 to the side Swing down additional sun visor 2 when you experience additional glare through the windshield Rear door window sunshade 1 Holder 2 Tab To raise s...

Page 218: ...nshade raised and the respective door window open the sunshade could disen gage and snap back when driving at high vehicle speeds e g on highways and damage the retractor You should therefore always e...

Page 219: ...218 Controls in detail Climate control...

Page 220: ...eel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent 8 Right side air...

Page 221: ...ate control on off Air supply for rear passenger compartment on off USA only Canada only 7 Temperature control right 8 AC cooling on off Residual heat ventilation 9 Air distribution directs air throug...

Page 222: ...ite to unpro tected skin in the immediate area of the air vents Always keep sufficient distance between un protected parts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distribution controls...

Page 223: ...automatically Warning G When the climate control system is switched off the outside air supply and cir culation are also switched off Only choose this setting for a short time Otherwise the windows c...

Page 224: ...2 F 22 C The climate control will adjust to the set temperature as fast as possible Increasing Turn temperature control 1 and or 7 page 220 slightly clockwise The climate control system will corre spo...

Page 225: ...age 218 downward The corresponding center air vents on the left and right are closed Opening the side air vents Turn thumbwheels 2 and 7 page 218 upward The corresponding side air vents on the left an...

Page 226: ...conditioning compressor remains switched on Windshield fogged on the outside Switch the windshield wipers on page 60 Press button 0 page 220 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The climate contr...

Page 227: ...vated or press button 0 i The air recirculation mode is activated auto matically at high outside temperatures The indicator lamp on button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on aut...

Page 228: ...e tilt sliding panel are closed or have reached the desired position The indicator lamp on the button comes on The air recirculation mode is activated Warning G Never operate the windows and tilt slid...

Page 229: ...oled or dehumidified Press button 9 page 220 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the air with the air condition ing Press button 9...

Page 230: ...e control panel for the rear climate control is only available if your vehicle is equipped with seat heating for the second row seats The control panel is located on the rear of the front center conso...

Page 231: ...tion directs air through the center air vents 3 Rear air conditioning off 4 Air distribution directs air through the footwells and side air vents 5 Right rear center air vent adjustable 6 Left rear ce...

Page 232: ...ols on the controls represent the following functions Adjusting manually Press the desired air distribution control 2 or 4 The indicator lamp on button U goes out Adjusting automatically Press button...

Page 233: ...232 Controls in detail 3 zone automatic climate control...

Page 234: ...bwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 6 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent 8 Right side a...

Page 235: ...a only 7 Air distribution passenger side 8 Rear automatic climate control on off USA only Canada only 9 Temperature control passenger side a Automatic climate control on off b Air distribution passeng...

Page 236: ...mate control in either the automatic or manual mode Nearly all dust particles pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution sys...

Page 237: ...reduce the air volume to the interior If the vehicle interior is hot ventilate the interior before driving off see Summer opening fea ture page 254 The automatic climate control will then adjust the i...

Page 238: ...ibution button or the air vol ume button or Q automatic control of either the air distribution or air volume is switched off Setting the temperature Use temperature controls 1 and 9 page 234 to separa...

Page 239: ...ls 5 and 6 page 232 upward The corresponding center air vents on the left and right are open Closing the center air vents Turn thumbwheels 5 and 6 page 232 downward The corresponding center air vents...

Page 240: ...4 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The automatic climate control switches to the following functions automatically maximum blower speed and heating power air flows onto the windshield and the...

Page 241: ...play This provides the fastest possible cooling of the vehicle interior when windows and tilt sliding sunroof or tilt sliding panel are closed Air recirculation mode Switch to air recirculation mode t...

Page 242: ...g harmed by the opening or closing procedure In case the procedure causes potential danger Vehicles with or without tilt sliding sunroof The closing of the windows can be immediately halted by pressin...

Page 243: ...s and the tilt sliding panel are closed or have reached the desired po sition The indicator lamp on the button comes on The air recirculation mode is activated Warning G Never operate the windows and...

Page 244: ...Press button 9 page 234 The indicator lamp on the button goes out The cooling function switches off after a short delay Activating Moist air can fog up the windows You can dehumidify the air with the...

Page 245: ...ure zones Deactivating Press button page 234 again The indicator lamp on the button goes out Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate...

Page 246: ...i The residual heat is automatically turned off when the ignition is switched on after about 30 minutes if the coolant temperature is too low if the battery voltage drops 1 Increasing air volume 2 Air...

Page 247: ...E for approximately 3 seconds Press button page 234 In display e page 234 you will see the symbol followed by OFF The rear automatic climate control is switched off Reactivating Press button page 234...

Page 248: ...dard display and the indicator lamp on button goes out Adjusting air distribution Use the air distribution controls 3 or 5 to adjust the air distribution for the rear passenger compartment The symbols...

Page 249: ...ear passenger compartment Decreasing the temperature Turn temperature control a page 245 slightly counterclock wise The rear automatic climate control will correspondingly adjust the interior air temp...

Page 250: ...g air distribution Move air vent slider 1 to the left right up or down to direct the air in the de sired direction Rear automatic climate control second and third row The rear automatic climate contro...

Page 251: ...Adjusting air volume Turn thumbwheel 3 downwards to increase the air volume or Turn thumbwheel 3 upwards to decrease the air volume Adjusting air distribution Move air vent slider 2 to the left right...

Page 252: ...rear door window Switch on the ignition page 39 Warning G When closing the windows make sure that there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure Activate the override switch page...

Page 253: ...t with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle Unsupervised use of vehicle equipment can cause an accident and or serious persona...

Page 254: ...power window switch past the resistance point again and release Stopping door windows during Express operation Press or pull the respective door window switch again Hinged quarter windows The switches...

Page 255: ...gnition page 39 Pull and hold door window switch 1 2 3 or 6 page 251 Once a door window is closed completely hold the respective switch for approximately 3 seconds The door window is synchronized Summ...

Page 256: ...s are closed Press and hold button on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO The windows and roller sunblinds begin to open after approximately 1 second Release button on the SmartKey or SmartKey wi...

Page 257: ...ndle page 69 until the windows and the tilt sliding sunroof are completely closed Release the lock button on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure Warning G When closing the windo...

Page 258: ...Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO at the driver s outside door handle page 255 The SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO must be in close proximity to the driver s door ha...

Page 259: ...m may protrude from the passenger compart ment When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the starter switch take it with you and lock your vehicle Do not lea...

Page 260: ...se raise or lower the tilt sliding sunroof move the sunroof switch to the resistance point in the required direction of arrows 1 to 4 page 259 Release the sunroof switch when the tilt sliding sunroof...

Page 261: ...59 If the tilt sliding sunroof opens com pletely it is synchronized If the tilt sliding sunroof does not open completely Repeat the above steps Warning G If the tilt sliding sunroof encounters an obst...

Page 262: ...2 Close roller sunblinds Switch on the ignition page 39 To open or close the roller sunblinds move the roof panel switch to the resis tance point in the required direction of arrow 1 or 2 Release the...

Page 263: ...tial for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compartment When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey...

Page 264: ...aising You can raise the tilt sliding panel at the rear for better ventilation of the vehicle interior Press and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 page 263 Release the roof panel swit...

Page 265: ...box Switch on the ignition page 39 Push and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 2 page 263 until the roller sunblinds are fully closed Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of a...

Page 266: ...the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 2 page 263 until the tilt sliding panel is fully closed Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 2 page 263 for approximately 1 second Open...

Page 267: ...et or resume cruise control at any speed above 20 mph 30 km h The cruise control function is operated by means of the cruise control lever The cruise control lever is the uppermost lever on the left h...

Page 268: ...n P R or N if the ESP is switched off if the ESP has switched off due to a malfunction Warning G The cruise control brakes automatically so that the set speed is not exceeded The brake pedal depresses...

Page 269: ...or later use i On uphill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resumed On downhill grades the cruise control maintains the set...

Page 270: ...g the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control After brief acceler ation e g for passing the cruise control will re sume the last speed set i The set speed value is increased in 1 mph...

Page 271: ...vehicle has reached the set speed i When you use the cruise control lever to decelerate the brake system will automatically brake the vehicle if the engine s braking power does not brake the vehicle s...

Page 272: ...ise control system increases the driving convenience afforded by the cruise control while traveling on expressways and other major roadways If the Distronic distance sensor detects a slower moving veh...

Page 273: ...es it recognize or predict the lane curvature or the movement of preceding vehicles Distronic can only apply a maximum of 20 of the vehicle s braking power It is the driver s responsibility at all tim...

Page 274: ...unction should only be operated if the driver is fully aware of the previously set speed and wishes to resume this particular preset speed Warning G Close attention to road and traffic condi tions is...

Page 275: ...e vice will void any warranties and is not permitted by the FCC Do not tamper with alter or use in any non approved way Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authority to...

Page 276: ...which creates a danger of a collision Immediately brake the vehicle to increase your distance to the preceding vehicle The warning sound is intended as a final caution in which you should intercede w...

Page 277: ...ears in the multifunction display 1 Distronic activated 2 Set vehicle speed Distronic deactivated When Distronic is deactivated you will see the standard Distronic display in the multi function displa...

Page 278: ...essage DISTRONIC Off in the multifunction display In the following cases you cannot activate Distronic up to 2 minutes after starting the engine when you brake when you have set the parking brake when...

Page 279: ...value is increased in 1 mph Canada 1 km h increments each time you lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point Warning G You can increase the vehicle set speed in 5 mph Canada10 km h incr...

Page 280: ...if the engine s braking power does not brake the vehicle sufficiently i The set speed value is decreased in 1 mph Canada 1 km h increments each time you press the cruise control lever down to the resi...

Page 281: ...if prevailing road conditions permit Possible acceleration or decelera tion differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident and or serious injury to you and others i The...

Page 282: ...es off and releases the brakes when the vehicle decelerates below the minimum speed of 20 mph 30 km h by operation of the system At that time the driver must apply the brakes in order to reduce vehicl...

Page 283: ...the speed selected by the driver unless a moving obstacle proceeding directly ahead of it in the same travel direction is detected e g following another vehicle ahead of you at your set distance This...

Page 284: ...ic sen sor see Cleaning the Distronic system sensor cover page 414 Turns and bends In turns or bends Distronic may not detect a moving vehicle in front or it may detect one too soon This may cause you...

Page 285: ...function will continue to warn you when recognizing a stationary obstacle or a slower vehicle moving in your vehicle s path and the danger of a collision exists The distance warning lamp l in the inst...

Page 286: ...uation apply the brakes and navigate around a possible obstacle However do not drive by relying on the distance warning function as this will result in an emergency braking application This will not a...

Page 287: ...MF for comfort driving Indicator lamp 3 comes on Start the engine page 54 Press ADS switch 1 repeatedly until the desired suspension tuning is reached Vehicle level control The vehicle level control a...

Page 288: ...arning G Adapt your speed and driving to possible changed driving behavior of the vehicle after changing the vehicle level The ESP cannot prevent accidents including those resulting from excessive spe...

Page 289: ...etween 60 mph 96 km h and 70 mph 112 km h for longer than 20 seconds i The third available level is the highspeed level that is set automatically i The vehicle will be lowered by 0 87 in 22 mm after t...

Page 290: ...ress switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 flashes The vehicle adjusts to the raised level The following message appears in the multifunction display while the level is being set When the raised level is reached...

Page 291: ...set When the highway level is reached indica tor lamp 2 goes out and the following message appears in the multifunction dis play Keep in mind that in rough or uneven roads adjusting the vehicle to a...

Page 292: ...sen sors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper 1 Sensors in the front bumper Warning G Parktronic is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for ext...

Page 293: ...er than the minimum distance the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the system During parking maneuvers pay special attention to objects located above or below the height of the sensors e g...

Page 294: ...ne or more distance segments will illuminate depending on the distance When the seventh distance segment illuminates you have reached the minimum distance Front area An intermittent acoustic warning l...

Page 295: ...c switch comes on Have the Parktronic system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible If only the red distance segments illumi nate and no acoustic warning sounds...

Page 296: ...rking maneuvering Otherwise they could be injured Warning G The rear view camera either will not function or will not function to its full capability if the tailgate is open it is raining very hard sn...

Page 297: ...ignition page 39 Shift the automatic transmission to position R page 197 The area behind the vehicle appears in the COMAND system display Shift the automatic transmission to position P N or D to switc...

Page 298: ...g mounted Follow the manufacturer s installation instructions Otherwise an improperly attached roof rack system or its load could become detached from the vehicle Do not exceed the maximum roof load o...

Page 299: ...ge 377 The handling characteristics of a fully loaded vehicle depend greatly on the load distribution It is therefore recommended to load the vehicle according to the illustra tions shown with the hea...

Page 300: ...even load on all rings with rope of sufficient strength to hold down the cargo Cargo compartment Four cargo tie down rings are located in the cargo compartment 1 Cargo tie down ring i The cargo compar...

Page 301: ...eat 1 Cargo tie down ring Third seat row Two cargo tie down rings are located in the footwell behind the second row seats 1 Cargo tie down ring Hooks Two hooks are located on the rear com partment tri...

Page 302: ...en transporting cargo Unless you are transporting cargo the seat backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will b...

Page 303: ...while driving Third row seat occupants must like all vehi cle occupants keep both feet on the floor in front of their seat Otherwise occupants could slide under the seat belt in a collision If occupa...

Page 304: ...seat backrest 1 forward until it fully rests on seat cushion 2 in a horizontal position 1 Seat backrest 2 Seat cushion Push down on folded seat backrest 1 until seat cushion 2 engages in seat base Wh...

Page 305: ...ion 6 Seat backrest second row seat 7 Seat cushion third row seat 8 Strap Fold seat cushion 7 to a horizontal position Guide pin 5 must engage in recess 4 of seat backrest 6 Fold seat backrest 3 to a...

Page 306: ...d marking 2 is barely visible Warning G Make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright po sition and are properly locked A second row seat is properly locked only when lo...

Page 307: ...ndle 1 Removing blind Blind installed behind second row seats 1 Release button 2 Blind Roll the blind up Push release button 1 Pull blind 2 to the left against the spring pressure until the spring in...

Page 308: ...e 306 into mount Extending blind 1 Blind 2 Extension 3 Guidings 4 Guide pins Position extension 2 over blind 1 Guide pins 4 must point directly at guidings 3 Turn extension 2 and blind 1 in op posite...

Page 309: ...stalled in two lo cations 1 Holder behind B pillar 2 Holder behind C pillar Warning G Make sure the partition net is properly engaged at top and bottom position and the tightening belts are securely f...

Page 310: ...bly en gage Installing the partition net Partition net installed behind the B pillar 1 Holder 2 Partition net bar Hang partition net bar 2 on holder 1 as indicated by the arrow Push partition net bar...

Page 311: ...lt by pulling buckle 1 upward in direction of arrow Remove belt hook 2 from cargo tie down ring 3 Removing and storing the partition net Take partition net bar 2 out of holder 1 see Installing the par...

Page 312: ...arate COMAND system operating instructions Warning G To help avoid personal injury during a collision or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put luggage or cargo in the c...

Page 313: ...of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO page 478 1 Unlocking glove box 2 Locking glove box Insert mechanical key into glove box lock Turn mechanical key to position 2 to lock the glove box Turn me...

Page 314: ...age tray telephone compartment 4 Coinholders Opening the storage compartment Press button 2 and lift up armrest Opening the storage tray Press button 1 and lift up armrest Two coin holders 4 are locat...

Page 315: ...seats Upper storage compartment Lower storage compartment 1 Storage compartment cover 2 Release button Press release button 2 on storage compartment cover 1 The storage compartment cover opens automat...

Page 316: ...o not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4 4 lbs 2 kg into the parcel net on the back of the front passen ger seat Otherwise the Occupant Classification System OCS page 88 may not be ab...

Page 317: ...fit into the cup holder Use lids on open containers and do not fill containers to a height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or an accident Liquids...

Page 318: ...underneath Removing 1 Card ticket holder with bottle opener Lift card ticket holder 1 at the rear and take it out The bottle opener is located underneath the card ticket holder and has openers for cr...

Page 319: ...holder Pull out cup holder 2 in direction of arrow as far as it will go Closing cup holder Make sure you have removed all containers from the cup holder Push cup holder 2 in until it engages Close st...

Page 320: ...h an ashtray and a cigarette lighter page 321 located in the front center console and an ashtray located in front of the second row seats page 320 Ashtray in the front center console Opening the ashtr...

Page 321: ...ashtray cover 1 down in direction of arrow as far as it will go 1 Ashtray cover 2 Ashtray insert Push on ashtray insert 2 and pull it out upwards Reinstalling ashtray insert Insert ashtray insert 2 i...

Page 322: ...The lighter socket can accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories up to a maximum of 85 W designed for use with the standard ciga rette lighter plug type Keep in mind however that connecting accessorie...

Page 323: ...wer outlets can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories e g air pump auxiliary lamps up to a maximum of 240 W If the engine is off and the power outlets are being used extensively the veh...

Page 324: ...r and insert electrical plug cigarette lighter type Rear center console The rear center console is located between the second row seats The rear center console contains Storage compartment page 314 Cu...

Page 325: ...may be stored in the cupholders of the rear center console Otherwise liquids could spill on vehicle occupants and or vehicle equipment Hot liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious person...

Page 326: ...nts 4 or 5 on base 3 Guide front of center console 6 down towards base 3 Center console 6 must rest on base 3 Press down on front of center console 6 until it audibly engages in latch 1 or 2 Warning G...

Page 327: ...f Indicator lamp 3 goes out For information on the steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel page 160 i The steering wheel heating is temporarily suspended while indicator lamp 3 remains on when...

Page 328: ...r serious personal injury Warning G Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For...

Page 329: ...mobile phone into connector contact 2 on cradle 3 Push the top of the mobile phone in direction of arrow 1 until the lug on the mobile phone release button engages The mobile phone is connected to th...

Page 330: ...obile phone cradle Example illustration 1 To release the mobile phone cradle 2 To remove the mobile phone cradle 3 Mobile phone cradle Press release button in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phon...

Page 331: ...turn the rotary volume control on the COMAND system headunit counterclockwise or press button on the multifunction steering wheel To activate press the SOS button the Roadside Assistance button or th...

Page 332: ...icle model identification number and color are generated i When a Tele Aid call has been initiated the COMAND system audio is muted and the selected mode radio CD etc pauses The optional cellular phon...

Page 333: ...ency call manually 1 Cover 2 SOS button Briefly press on cover 1 The cover opens Press SOS button 2 briefly The indicator lamp in SOS button 2 will flash until the emergency call is concluded Wait for...

Page 334: ...or and location subject to availability of cellular and GPS signals A voice connection between the Roadside Assistance dispatcher and the occupants of the vehicle will be established Describe the natu...

Page 335: ...initiated The button will flash while the call is in progress The message Connecting call will appear in the multifunction display i The indicator lamp on the Roadside Assistance button remains illumi...

Page 336: ...y 10 seconds during the system self check after switching on the ignition together with the SOS button and the Roadside Assistance button See system self check page 331 if the indicator lamp does not...

Page 337: ...mote door unlocking feature i The indicator lamp in the respective button flashes until the call is concluded Emergency calls can only be terminated by a Response Center or Customer Assistance Center...

Page 338: ...led devices It provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held remote controls used to operate devices such as garage door openers gate openers or other devices compatible with HomeLink or...

Page 339: ...Warning G Before programming the integrated remote control to a garage door opener or gate operator make sure people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent po tential harm or damage W...

Page 340: ...o program the remaining two signal transmitter buttons repeat the steps above starting with step 3 Rolling code programming To train a garage door opener or other rolling code devices with the rolling...

Page 341: ...programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or if you are having difficulties programming a gate operator regard...

Page 342: ...s are erased Programming tips If you are having difficulty programming the integrated remote control here are some helpful tips Check the frequency of the hand held remote control 5 typically located...

Page 343: ...ntrol contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center or call Mercedes Benz Customer Assistance Center in the USA only at 1 800 FOR MERCedes or Customer Service in Canada at 1 800 387 0100 i US...

Page 344: ...ence the accuracy of the compass i If the compass is not calibrated or its func tion is impaired by outside influences the mes sage Compass appears in the multifunction display Warning G Whenever you...

Page 345: ...ich reduces the amount of radiated heat entering the vehicle interior through the windows The infrared reflecting glass also prevents the transmission of signals through the glass by in vehicle electr...

Page 346: ...345 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 347: ...to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select gear ranges 3 2 or 1 page 205 only when driving at moderate speeds for hill driving Select C as the preferred...

Page 348: ...ffic on short trips and in hilly area Drinking and driving Pedals Warning G Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are a very dangerous combina tion Even a small amount of alcohol or dru...

Page 349: ...It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effec tiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an accident Operational or perf...

Page 350: ...ed Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians only Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Only inst...

Page 351: ...ke before driving off Drive a distance of approximately 110 yds 100 m at a maximum speed of 12 mph 20 km h Warning G New vehicle brake pads and discs and replacement brake pads and discs may take seve...

Page 352: ...rake and drivetrain wear Warning G Do not park this vehicle in areas where com bustible materials such as grass hay or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system as these materials could...

Page 353: ...at possi ble damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on the hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a safe distance from the road Inspect the...

Page 354: ...snow or ice Exercise appro priate caution Tire speed rating Regardless of the tire speed rating local speed limits should be obeyed Use prudent driving speeds appropriate to prevailing conditions Warn...

Page 355: ...have a speed rating of 186 mph 300 km h An electronic speed limiter prevents your vehicle from exceeding a speed of 171 mph 275 km h Winter driving instructions The most important rule for slippery o...

Page 356: ...e vehicle becomes stuck in snow make sure that snow is kept clear of the exhaust pipe and from around the vehicle with the engine running Otherwise deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle in...

Page 357: ...artment or the engine compart ment Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission or could result in water being ingested by the engine throug...

Page 358: ...ntenance Booklet Warning G Do not forget that your primary respon sibility is to drive the vehicle Only operate the COMAND system radio or telephone1 if road weather and traffic conditions permit Bear...

Page 359: ...d justments on the engine should therefore be carried out only by qualified Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center autho rized technicians Engine adjustments should not be altered in any way Moreover the sp...

Page 360: ...engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediate...

Page 361: ...ently and can cause serious injury Never allow sparks flame or smoking mate rials near gasoline or diesel fuel Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel avoi...

Page 362: ...ion indicator lamp Canada only comes on For more information see Practical hints page 424 i Gasoline engine Only use premium unleaded gasoline with a min imum Posted Octane Rating of 91 average of 96...

Page 363: ...r pota ble water quality For more information see Coolant level page 370 and Fuels coolants lubricants etc page 538 Brake fluid Do not fill the tank with gasoline Do not blend diesel fuel with gasolin...

Page 364: ...voir see Windshield rear window washer system and headlamp cleaning system page 372 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For infor mation on replacing light bulbs see Re placing bulbs page...

Page 365: ...is turned off Parts of the engine can become very hot To prevent burns only touch owner serviceable components described in the Operator s Manual and comply with all relevant safety precautions Warni...

Page 366: ...arrow and then release it The hood will be automatically held open at shoulder height by gas filled struts Warning G Vehicles with diesel engine The engine is equipped with a high voltage electronic c...

Page 367: ...y for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem perature yet the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 30 minutes with the engine turned off To check...

Page 368: ...0 Other display messages If the SmartKey is not turned to position 2 in the starter switch the following message will appear Switch ignition on to check engine oil level Switch on the ignition page 39...

Page 369: ...ave been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off with the engine not at operating tem perature yet the vehicle also must have been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engin...

Page 370: ...approximately 1 6 US qt 1 5 l Only use approved engine oils and oil filters required for vehicles with Maintenance System U S vehicles or FSS PLUS Canada vehicles For a listing of approved engine oil...

Page 371: ...automatic trans mission Coolant level The engine coolant is a mixture of water and anticorrosion antifreeze To check the coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground Excess oil must be sip...

Page 372: ...if the level for cold coolant reaches the top of indicator wall 3 visible through the filling opening for warm coolant is approximately 0 6 in 1 5 cm higher Add coolant as required Replace and tighten...

Page 373: ...Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer sol vent antifreeze dependingonambient temperatures For more info...

Page 374: ...replacing individual tires you should mount new tires on the front wheels first on vehicles with same sized wheels all around Warning G Replace rims or tires with the same designa tion manufacturer an...

Page 375: ...conditions Make sure you also inspect the spare tire periodically for condition and inflation Spare tires will age and become worn over time even if never used and thus should be inspected and replac...

Page 376: ...better hydroplaning perfor mance To benefit however you must make sure the tires rotate in the direction specified An arrow on the sidewall indicates the intended direction of rotation spinning of th...

Page 377: ...s Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The certification label also tells you about the front and rear axle weight capacity called the Gr...

Page 378: ...pacity The placard showing the seating capacity is located on the driver s door B pillar page 376 1 Seating capacity Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indica...

Page 379: ...lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs Step 5 Determine the combined weight of lugga...

Page 380: ...upants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from placard minus combined weight of all occupants 1 1500 lbs 5 front 2 rear 3 Occupa...

Page 381: ...ts GVWR and GAWR for front and rear axle have the loaded vehicle including driver passengers and all cargo and if applicable trailer fully loaded weighed on a suitable commercial scale Trailer tongue...

Page 382: ...s the recommended cold tire inflation pressures for maximum loaded vehicle weight The tire inflation pressures listed apply to the tires installed as original equipment Important notes on tire inflati...

Page 383: ...has been driven for several miles or sitting less than 3 hours the reading will be approximately 4 psi 0 3 bar higher than the cold reading This is normal Do not let air out to match the specified col...

Page 384: ...ed manner or with a delay if snow chains are mounted to the vehicle in presence of ice and snow if you are driving on a loose surface e g sand or gravel if you are driving in a very sporty manner invo...

Page 385: ...nction display Restart Run Flat Indicator Warning G The Run Flat Indicator does not provide a warning for wrongly selected tire inflation pressures Always adjust tire inflation pres sure according to...

Page 386: ...th a combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale in the instrument cluster page 26 Depending on how the telltale illuminates it indicates a low tire pressure condition or a malfunction in...

Page 387: ...evel to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS...

Page 388: ...start tire pressure monitor Press the button The following message will appear in the multifunction display Tire pressure monitor restarted After driving a few minutes the current tire inflation press...

Page 389: ...ing for a few minutes appears in the multifunction display the individual inflation pressure values are matched with the tires The individual values are displayed after a few minutes driving Warning G...

Page 390: ...ty feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitor ing system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated Acco...

Page 391: ...cel activation Press the button Potential problems associated with underinflated and overinflated tires Underinflated tires Underinflated tires can cause excessive and uneven tire wear adversely affec...

Page 392: ...396 3 Maximum tire load page 397 4 Maximum tire inflation pressure page 398 5 Manufacturer 6 Tire ply material page 400 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating page 392 8 Load identification pag...

Page 393: ...re compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tire width The tire width 1 page 392 indicates the nominal tire width in mm Aspect ratio The aspect ratio 2 page 392 is the dimensional rela...

Page 394: ...401 of your vehi cle Otherwise tire failure may be the result which may cause an accident and or seri ous personal injury to you or others Always replace rims and tires with the same designation manu...

Page 395: ...245 40 ZR18 97Y In this example 97Y is the service description The letter Y designates the speed rating and the speed capabil ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph 300 km h Any tire with a speed capa...

Page 396: ...tire can carry at a specified pressure Index Speed rating Q M S1 1 or M S for winter tires up to 100 mph 160 km h T M S1 up to 118 mph 190 km h H M S1 up to 130 mph 210 km h V M S1 up to 149 mph 240...

Page 397: ...re 1 DOT 2 Manufacturer s identification mark 3 Tire size 4 Tire type code at the option of the tire manufacturer 5 Date of manufacture DOT Department of Transportation A tire branding symbol 1 page 3...

Page 398: ...of 2002 Maximum tire load 1 Maximum tire load rating The maximum tire load is the maximum weight the tires are designed to support For more information on tire load rating page 393 For information on...

Page 399: ...are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Warning G Never exceed the max tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate...

Page 400: ...ative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in r...

Page 401: ...the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Tire ply material 1 Plies in sidewa...

Page 402: ...e tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been sitting for at least 3 hours or...

Page 403: ...cle weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight total load limit and production options weight Maximum tire inflation pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be...

Page 404: ...e ply materials in the tire and sidewall which include steel nylon polyester and others Tire speed rating Part of tire designation indicates the speed range for which a tire is approved Traction Force...

Page 405: ...every 3000 to 6000 miles 5000 to 10000 km or sooner if neces sary according to the degree of tire wear The same rotation spinning direction must be maintained page 375 Rotate tires before the charact...

Page 406: ...ad conditions prevail Not all M S rated radial ply tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show M S and the mountain snowflake marking on the tire sidewall These tires mee...

Page 407: ...se snow chains on the spare wheel page 534 Warning G If you use your spare tire when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels be aware that the difference in tire characteristics may very well impa...

Page 408: ...ice is due one of the fol lowing messages will appear in the multi function display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A Service A in XXXX miles km Service A in X...

Page 409: ...enance service term you will see the fol lowing message in the multifunction display Service A exceeded by XXXXX miles km Service A exceeded by XXX days Service A exceeded by X day In addition a signa...

Page 410: ...ity carrying out the maintenance service will find the informa tion for resetting the maintenance service indicator in the maintenance relevant literature for your vehicle Such literature is available...

Page 411: ...are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions near the ocean in industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions during winter operation You should check your vehicle from time to time for stone chipping...

Page 412: ...drops on the paint surface do not bead up This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months de pending on the climate and washing deter gent used Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be applied...

Page 413: ...onge and chamois frequently Rinse with clean water and thoroughly dry with a chamois Do not allow cleaning agents to dry on the finish Automatic car wash You can have your car washed in an auto matic...

Page 414: ...er running the vehicle through an auto matic car wash wipe any wax off of the wind shield page 415 This will prevent smears and reduce wiping noise which can be caused by residual wax on the windshiel...

Page 415: ...of water and a soft non scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers To prevent scratches or damage never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the sensor cov...

Page 416: ...eaning agents You could otherwise damage the camera Warning G For safety reasons switch off wipers and re move SmartKey from starter switch vehicles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board el...

Page 417: ...tilt sliding panel Otherwise you may scratch or damage the protective layer Only use acid free cleaning materials Acid may cause corrosion or damage the clear coat The vehicle should not be parked fo...

Page 418: ...with a proper intermediate cover contact discoloration will be prevented Never apply strongforce and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the surface Do not attempt to wipe the surface...

Page 419: ...nkles for example Wipe leather upholstery with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Mercedes Benz approved Leather Care Exercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its unders...

Page 420: ...locking in an emergency Opening closing in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system dies...

Page 421: ...able If the ABS control unit is malfunctioning other systems such as the navigation system or the automatic transmission may also be malfunctioning Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock...

Page 422: ...Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the brake warning lamp illumi nated can result in an accident Have...

Page 423: ...n addition the yellow ABS mal function indicator lamp and the yellow ESP warning lamp come on and an acoustic warn ing sounds A malfunction in the Electronic Brake Proportioning page 105 was detected...

Page 424: ...its limp home emergency operation mode Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center An on board diagnostic connector is used by the service station t...

Page 425: ...fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky Check the fuel cap page 360 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked b...

Page 426: ...ith added caution Observe additional messages in the multifunction display that may appear Have the system checked at an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible v The yellow E...

Page 427: ...u hear a warning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltal...

Page 428: ...chime stops sounding There are items placed on the front passen ger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as being occupied Remove the items from the front passenger seat and...

Page 429: ...ic situation around you Read and observe messages in the multifunction display If the tire inflation pressure in the respective tire s has have been corrected the combination low tire pressure TPMS ma...

Page 430: ...pping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driv er s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if underinflation has not reached...

Page 431: ...xpectedly or fail to deploy unexpectedly in an accident Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Warning G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi cate...

Page 432: ...ger seat The system is malfunctioning Have the system checked as soon as possible by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Also read and observe any messages in the multifunction display and...

Page 433: ...g objects such as books briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head restraints pushing against roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight If the front passenger fron...

Page 434: ...reset button page 156 or button j k or on the multifunction steering wheel Other messages of high priority and mes sages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using...

Page 435: ...ble to see infor mation about your driving conditions such as speed or outside temperature warn ing indicator lamps malfunction warning messages or the failure of any systems Driving characteristics m...

Page 436: ...he system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident unavailable See Operator s Manual The ABS...

Page 437: ...iagnosis has not yet been completed yet The display will clear after driving a short distance at a vehicle speed of above 12 mph 20 km h Cruise control and SPEEDTRONIC inoperative The cruise control i...

Page 438: ...P is switched off Switch on the ESP page 105 The automatic transmission is set to position P R or N Set the automatic transmission to posi tion D page 197 The vehicle is secured with the parking brake...

Page 439: ...nctionality is impaired by external interferences e g high frequency sources such as toll stations speed measuring systems etc Leave the area of the external interfer ence Activate Distronic again pag...

Page 440: ...heavy precipitation or fog Clean the Distronic cover in the radiator grille page 414 Restart the vehicle Distronic becomes operational again with out the engine being restarted when dirt on the radia...

Page 441: ...s still in position D R or N Before you leave the vehicle make sure that the automatic transmission is set to position P and that the parking brake is engaged Drive to workshop without shifting gears...

Page 442: ...ncreases the risk of an accident In addition the yellow ESP warning lamp v comes on The ESP or the ESP display is malfunctioning Continue driving with added caution Have the system checked at an autho...

Page 443: ...lay should disappear If the message in the multifunction display does disappear Have the generator alternator and the battery checked If the yellow ESP warning lamp v flashes while driving and this me...

Page 444: ...door Shift to P or N to start engine You have attempted to start the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button while the auto matic transmission was set to position R or D Set the automatic transm...

Page 445: ...r Warning G In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indi cated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Ligh...

Page 446: ...age 66 Switch off the ignition page 39 Remove child and child restraint from front passenger seat and properly secure the child in rear seat employing the child restraint if necessary Remove any other...

Page 447: ...d not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at last 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in t...

Page 448: ...ossible and check the front passenger seat for the following Apply the parking brake page 66 Switch off the ignition page 39 Have the front passenger vacate the seat and exit the vehicle Adjust the se...

Page 449: ...d not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at last 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in t...

Page 450: ...Flat Indicator checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Tire pressure Check tires The Run Flat Indicator indicates that the pressure is too low in one or more tires Carefully bring th...

Page 451: ...monitor Wheel sensor missing One or more sensors are defect e g battery is empty One or more wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted e g spare tire Have the TPMS or Advanced TPMS checked by...

Page 452: ...y Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping distance is increased Stop in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not c...

Page 453: ...e location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake page 66 Do not continue to drive Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center 2 Brake wear The brake pads have reached th...

Page 454: ...e See Operator s Manual The EBP the ABS and the ESP have switched off due to a mal function The BAS is also switched off The brake system is still func tional but without the EBP the ABS and the ESP a...

Page 455: ...k Center Do not add brake flu id This will not solve the problem Warning G Driving with the message Check brake fluid level displayed can result in an ac cident Have your brake system checked im media...

Page 456: ...n as it is safe to do so Turn off the engine Apply the parking brake page 66 Check the poly V belt If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoperative wat...

Page 457: ...Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine cancause ser...

Page 458: ...k Center Warning G Do not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts You could be seriously burned Do not ig...

Page 459: ...ne oil should be topped to the required level with an approved oil specified in the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet Display symbol Display message Possible cause consequence Possible soluti...

Page 460: ...ngine oil There is a risk of damaging the engine and or the catalytic converter gasoline en gine or the oxidation catalyst diesel engine Have oil siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requirements...

Page 461: ...perly or the fuel system may be leaky Check the fuel cap page 360 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz L...

Page 462: ...not be centrally locked nor can the engine be started again after the engine is stopped The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected Change the position of the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in...

Page 463: ...You need a new key There is no additional code avail able for SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible Change key batteries The...

Page 464: ...ed Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible AUTO Light inoperative The light sensor is malfunction ing The headlamps do not switch on automatically In the control system set lamp operation...

Page 465: ...lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 Front foglamp Right The right front fog lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 High beam Left The lef...

Page 466: ...alfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 Low beam Left The left low beam lamp is malfunctioning Halogen headlamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 Bi Xenon headlamp Cont...

Page 467: ...rking lamp Front left The front left parking lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 Parking lamp Front right The front right parking lamp...

Page 468: ...h off lights or remove key You have opened the driver s door while the exterior lamp switch is in position U and the SmartKey is still in the starter switch The parking lamps are still on Turn the ext...

Page 469: ...sed Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 484 Turn signal Front Right The right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 4...

Page 470: ...rgency power battery for the Tele Aid system is malfunctioning If the vehicle battery is also malfunctioning or drained Tele Aid will not be operational Have the Tele Aid system checked by anauthorize...

Page 471: ...he vehicle checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Malfunction The AIRMATIC is malfunctioning Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h depending on the set vehicle level Have the vehi...

Page 472: ...el control was activated too long too frequently Let the compressor cool until the message disappears The selected level will be set once the compressor has cooled down Level selection not permitted Y...

Page 473: ...bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Fuse chart Spare fuses Fuse extractor Collapsible wheel chock Wheel bolts for spare wheel if applicable see Mounting the spare wheel page 500 1 Cargo com...

Page 474: ...ceed as described on page 476 6 Wheel bolt wrench 7 Electric air pump 8 Jack 9 Spare fuses fuse extractor fuse chart a Spare wheel collapsible tire b Alignment bolt c Towing eye bolt d Collapsible whe...

Page 475: ...le at the jack take up brackets built into both sides of the vehicle To help avoid personal injury use the jack only to lift the vehicle during a wheel change Never get beneath the vehicle while it is...

Page 476: ...vehicle page 498 Spare wheel Warning G The dimensions of the spare wheel are different from those of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a spare w...

Page 477: ...e Turn vehicle tool kit storing well casing 3 by approximately 180 The electric air pump page 473 points towards the rear Remove vehicle tool kit storage well casing 3 Remove spare wheel 2 Reinstallin...

Page 478: ...wheel 2 Turn vehicle tool kit storing well casing 3 page 476 by approxi mately 180 The electric air pump page 473 points in direction of travel Fasten retaining screw 1 page 476 by turning it clockwi...

Page 479: ...r lock until it stops Turn mechanical key 2 counterclock wise to position 1 and hold it there Pull the door handle until the locking knob moves up The driver s door is unlocked Pull the door handle on...

Page 480: ...locking knobs of the front passenger door and the rear doors manually Exit the vehicle Close the driver s door Enter the vehicle through the rear left door Press down the locking knob of the driver s...

Page 481: ...ve cover 2 3 Fuel filler flap release Pull red fuel filler flap release 3 in direction of arrow The fuel filler flap is unlocked Open the fuel filler flap page 360 i The fuel filler flap release may d...

Page 482: ...position 0 same as with the SmartKey removed from starter switch The driver s door can then be closed again Press on cover 1 at the position indicated by the arrow Take off cover 1 2 Crank Take crank...

Page 483: ...e head re straint cover in direction of arrow until it engages Repeat this procedure on the active head restraint for the second front seat After resetting the active head restraints store reset tool...

Page 484: ...Battery compartment Insert mechanical key 1 into opening Press mechanical key 1 in direction of arrow The battery compartment is unlatched Pull battery compartment 2 out of the SmartKey housing 3 Batt...

Page 485: ...at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced See an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for headlamp adjustment i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside as...

Page 486: ...Bi Xenon bulbs yourself Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center D2S 35 W 5 Headlamps High beam high beam flasher H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamps High beam high beam flasher spot lamp H7 55 W...

Page 487: ...rake lamp the Bi Xenon low beam lamps the Bi Xenon high beam flasher spot light the front side marker lamps Warning G Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool down before chang in...

Page 488: ...r turn signal lamp 3 Bulb socket for low beam headlamp 4 Bulb socket for high beam headlamp Low beam headlamp bulbs Turn cover 1 counterclockwise Remove cover 1 Turn bulb socket 3 counterclockwise Pul...

Page 489: ...ad lamp housing Turn bulb socket 4 clockwise until it engages Place cover 1 on the opening in the headlamp housing Turn cover 1 clockwise until it engages Front turn signal lamp bulbs Pull bulb socket...

Page 490: ...lb socket 1 out of the housing Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 1 Insert the new parking and standing lamp bulb into bulb socket 1 Insert bulb socket 1 into the housing Turn bulb socket 1 clockwise un...

Page 491: ...Cover 2 is released Swing cover 2 outwards and take it off R 63 AMG Take off cover 2 Example illustration except R 63 AMG Example illustration R 63 AMG 4 Retaining screws Remove screws 4 that retain...

Page 492: ...rear view mirrors have LEDs If a malfunction occurs or LEDs fail to function the entire turn signal unit must be replaced Have the turn signal unit re placed by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck...

Page 493: ...side marker standing and parking lamp bulb socket 2 Turn signal lamp bulb socket 3 Fog lamp bulb socket driver s side only 4 Backup lamp bulb socket Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced turn t...

Page 494: ...nts Replacing bulbs License plate lamps 1 License plate lamp cover 2 Screw Loosen screws 2 Remove license plate lamp cover 1 Replace the license plate lamp bulb Reinstall license plate lamp cover 1 Re...

Page 495: ...Wiper blades are components that are sub ject to wear and tear Change the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped As a result you...

Page 496: ...easons switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch vehicles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 before replacing a wiper blade Otherwise the motor...

Page 497: ...er arm 1 as shown Hold wiper arm 1 and disengage wiper blade 2 by carefully sliding it in direction of arrow Remove wiper blade 2 Installing 1 Wiper arm 2 Wiper blade Insert wiper blade 2 into wiper a...

Page 498: ...e of the road wheels As a result the vehicle handling characteristics change when driving with a spare wheel mounted Adapt your driving style accord ingly The spare wheel is for temporary use only Whe...

Page 499: ...the wheel chock and another sizable object as follows Place the wheel chock and another sizable object on the downhill side blocking both wheels of the axle not being worked on Warning G The jack is...

Page 500: ...l plumb line as seen from the side even if the vehicle is parked on an incline Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground Contin...

Page 501: ...2 must be used when mount ing 17 wheels or the 18 spare wheel with collapsible tire The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts 2 for 17 wheels or the 18 spare wheel with collapsible tire will...

Page 502: ...rning G Only use genuine equipment Mercedes Benz wheel bolts Other wheel bolts may come loose Do not tighten the wheel bolts when the vehicle is raised Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack Wa...

Page 503: ...pedal Press I on electric air pump switch 2 The electric air pump should now switch on and inflate the collapsible tire Inflate the spare wheel tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given i...

Page 504: ...he recommended tire in flation pressure for your vehicle with the tire in flation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim If the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label on the...

Page 505: ...ghtening torque checked after changing a wheel The wheels could come loose if they are not tightened to a torque of 110 lb ft 150 Nm i The removed road wheel cannot be stored in the spare wheel well u...

Page 506: ...switch to position 0 page 40 Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 page 41 and hold it there for a maximum of 40 seconds or until the engine runs surge free If the engine does not star...

Page 507: ...posed of improperly Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling i Mercedes Benz recommends to have the bat...

Page 508: ...an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for more information The factory equipped VRLA battery is leak proofed Only use a battery as replacement that has the same security features and is of i...

Page 509: ...strongly recommend that it be performed by a qualified technician or an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center only Please read the instructions fully before beginning operation and only underta...

Page 510: ...ail cover 2 cannot be re moved 3 Battery cover mounting nuts Using a 6 mm T handle hex key not supplied with vehicle with a minimum shaft length of 12 in 30 cm unfasten and remove battery cover mounti...

Page 511: ...artKey removed from starter switch page 41 Step 3 Disconnecting 4 Seat rail rear 5 Seat rail cover rear Pull seat rail cover 5 away from seat rail 4 on both sides as indicated by arrows Pull off seat...

Page 512: ...battery cover out a Lifting battery cover Lift battery cover 8 slightly in direc tion of arrow a Pull battery cover 8 in direction of arrow 9 Remove battery cover 8 Step 7 Disconnecting b Battery vent...

Page 513: ...Carry out step 11 to reconnect the battery page 512 Carry out steps 7 through 1 in reverse order to complete reinstall the battery page 511 to page 508 Step 11 Reconnecting If the battery has been rem...

Page 514: ...ery power e g due to disconnection Set the clock page 181 Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga tion module Time and date are set auto matically Synchronize the door windows page 254 Synchronize the...

Page 515: ...or death Never lean over batteries while connecting or jump starting you might get injured Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid Do not allow this fluid to come in contact with eyes skin or clothing I...

Page 516: ...rking brake Set automatic transmission to position P Open the hood page 364 Open cover of positive terminal 2 1 Negative terminal of discharged battery 2 Positive terminal of discharged battery 3 Nega...

Page 517: ...he jumper cable Clamp cable to charged battery 3 first Start the engine of the disabled vehi cle You can now turn on the electrical con sumers Do not switch on the headlamps under any circumstances Re...

Page 518: ...tructions for towing the vehicles with all wheels on the ground Warning G If circumstances require towing the vehicle with all wheels on the ground always tow with a tow bar if the engine will not run...

Page 519: ...e doors lock if the left front wheel is turning at a speed of approx 9 mph 15 km h or above To prevent the vehicle doors from locking deactivate the automatic central locking page 130 i To signal turn...

Page 520: ...tore the towing eye bolt and wheel wrench back into the vehicle toolkit page 473 Engage cover 1 at top and press at bottom Installing cover Engage cover 1 at top and press at bottom Stranded vehicle F...

Page 521: ...The gear position indicator in the multifunction display should be on P Turn off all electrical consumers Turn off the engine page 67 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS...

Page 522: ...ecking or re placing fuses page 366 Fuse box in cargo compartment The fuse box is located under the cargo compartment cover on the right hand side of the spare wheel well Open the tailgate page 123 Li...

Page 523: ...ency engine shut down If the engine cannot be turned off as de scribed in the Getting started section page 67 do the following Take the fuse chart and the fuse extractor from the vehicle tool kit page...

Page 524: ...523 Technical data Parts service Warranty coverage Identification labels Layout of poly V belt drive Engine Rims and tires Electrical system Main Dimensions Weights Fuels coolants lubricants etc...

Page 525: ...More than 300000 different parts for Mercedes Benz models are available Genuine Mercedes Benz Parts are sub jected to stringent quality inspections Each part has been specifically developed manufactur...

Page 526: ...nties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Emission System Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Maine Massachusetts and Vermont Emission Control Systems Warranty Replacement parts and accessories...

Page 527: ...econd seat row page 527 on the lower edge of the windshield page 527 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN...

Page 528: ...n of arrow You may have to cut the perforated carpet using a sharp object e g a knife 7 Vacuum line routing diagram label 8 Emission control information label includes both federal and California cert...

Page 529: ...Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator alternator R 350 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Coolant pump 8 Gener...

Page 530: ...ata Layout of poly V belt drive R 63 AMG 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Idler pulley 4 Automatic belt tensioner 5 Power steering pump 6 Air conditioning compressor 7 Crankshaft 8 Coolant pump 9 Gener...

Page 531: ...3 27 in 83 00 mm 3 66 in 92 90 mm Stroke 3 62 in 92 00 mm 3 39 in 86 00 mm Total piston displacement 182 cu in 2987 cm3 213 cu in 3498 cm3 Compression ratio 16 5 1 10 7 1 Output acc to SAE J 1349 221...

Page 532: ...8 Bore 3 82 in 97 00 mm 4 02 in 102 20 mm Stroke 3 31 in 84 00 mm 3 72 in 94 60 mm Total piston displacement 303 cu in 4966 cm3 379 cu in 6208 cm3 Compression ratio 10 1 11 3 1 Output acc to SAE J 13...

Page 533: ...vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on...

Page 534: ...50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S Winter tires1 2 235 65 R17 104H M S 255 55 R18 105H M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S R 320 CDI Sport Package R 350 Sport Package R 500 Sport Package R 63 AMG AMG ri...

Page 535: ...r Please compare the recommended tire inflation pressure for your vehicle with the tire inflation pressure on the yellow label located on the spare wheel rim If the tire inflation pressure on the yell...

Page 536: ...4 kW 12 V 1 7 kW 12 V 2 2 kW Battery 12 V 70 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs NGK PLKR 6A NGK PFR 5R 11 NGK T20036N Electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm 0 031 in 0 8 mm 0 039 in 1 0 mm Tightening torque...

Page 537: ...e height1 1 Data apply to unladen vehicles with standard equipment Data may vary in vehicles equipped with AIRMATIC depending on the selected damping settings page 285 and the current vehicle level pa...

Page 538: ...537 Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg...

Page 539: ...of service fluids Otherwise you could endan ger persons or the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil dren If a service fluid is swallowed contact a phy sician immediately Model Capa...

Page 540: ...g a reserve of All except R 63 AMG R 63 AMG 21 1 US gal 80 0 l approx 3 4 US gal 13 0 l approx 4 0 US gal 15 0 l Premium unleaded gasoline Minimum Posted Octane 91 Avg of 96 RON 86 MON Air conditionin...

Page 541: ...d Warranty Air conditioning refrigerant R 134a HFC refrigerant and special PAG lubricating oil are used in the air condition ing system Never use R 12 CFC or mineral based lu bricating oil Otherwise d...

Page 542: ...iolently and can cause serious injury Never allow sparks flame or smoking mate rials near gasoline Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline avoid in haling fumes and skin...

Page 543: ...n product label Do not blend other specific fuel additives with fuel This only results in unnecessary costs and may be harmful to the engine operation Damage or malfunction resulting from poor fuel qu...

Page 544: ...ovide the necessary corrosion protection and increase boil over protec tion Refer to Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval Coolant system design and coolant used determine the replacement inter...

Page 545: ...the proper level have cooling system checked for signs of leakage Please make sure the mixture is in accordance with label instructions The water in the cooling system must meet minimum requirements...

Page 546: ...ing product is strongly recommended for use in your vehicle Mercedes Benz 325 0 anticorrosion anti freeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions you should...

Page 547: ...mperatures Windshield and headlamp washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water 1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water 1...

Page 548: ...401 Air pump Electric 502 Air recirculation mode 226 240 Air vents Front 218 224 232 238 Air vents Rear 230 245 249 Air volume 224 239 AIRMATIC 285 Messages in the multifunction display 470 Alarm sys...

Page 549: ...mode 211 Gear ranges 205 Gear selector lever 54 197 Gear shifting malfunctions 211 Hill start assist system 204 Kickdown 203 Kickdown manual shift program R 63 AMG only 211 Manual shift program R 63 A...

Page 550: ...38 Card holder 32 317 Cargo compartment Tie down rings 299 Cargo compartment cover blind 306 Cargo tie down rings 299 Carpets Cleaning 417 Catalytic converter gasoline engine 357 CD changer 172 311 CD...

Page 551: ...ion steering wheel 160 Resetting to factory default 176 Control system menus 162 AIRMATIC Compass 174 AMG Menu 168 AUDIO 171 Distance warning function 191 Distronic 174 Navi 173 Settings 176 Standard...

Page 552: ...ultifunction display 433 471 Multifunction display 159 Outside temperature 158 159 167 Selecting 180 Showing malfunctions 175 Symbol messages 451 Text messages 435 Vehicle status message memory 174 Ve...

Page 553: ...ystem 190 EBP 105 Indicator and warning lamps 422 Electric air pump 502 Electrical fuses see Fuses Electrical system Technical data 535 Electronic Brake Proportioning see EBP Electronic Stability Prog...

Page 554: ...function display 366 367 458 Recommended engine oils and filters 540 ESP 102 Messages in the multifunction display 441 442 Warning lamp 27 425 ETD 82 Safety guidelines 76 Extending cargo compartment 3...

Page 555: ...emium unleaded gasoline 360 541 542 Requirements Octane rating 542 Fuel cap Messages in the multifunction display 460 Fuel filler flap 360 Locking unlocking 360 Opening 360 Opening in an emergency 479...

Page 556: ...5 Cleaning lenses 413 Cleaning system 212 372 Halogen 485 Light sensor Messages in the multi function display 463 Manual headlamp mode 147 Messages in the multifunction display 463 468 Replacing bulbs...

Page 557: ...ting 153 Delayed switch off 186 Interior rear view mirror 48 Antiglare position 212 Auto dimming 213 Interior storage spaces see Storage com partments Intermittent wiping Windshield wipers 61 J Jack 4...

Page 558: ...Opening the power windows Summer opening feature 254 Opening the tilt sliding panel Summer opening feature 254 Opening the tilt sliding sunroof Summer opening feature 254 Remote control 116 Replacing...

Page 559: ...oading see Vehicle loading Loading terminology 401 Locator lighting 149 184 Lock buttons KEYLESS GO Outside door handle 69 Loss of keys Mechanical key 115 Loss of keys SmartKey 115 Loss of keys SmartK...

Page 560: ...ESP 436 441 442 Fog lamps Front 464 Fog lamps Rear 466 Front passenger front air bag 445 448 Fuel cap 460 Gear selector lever 443 Headlamps 463 468 Hood 460 Key SmartKey 462 Key SmartKey with KEYLESS...

Page 561: ...st diesel engine 358 P Paintwork code 526 Paintwork Cleaning 411 Panic alarm 99 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel 261 Cleaning 416 Convenience closing feature 256 Opening closing 262 Roller...

Page 562: ...on Automatic shift program Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program 206 PSI 402 Push starting see Tow starting Q Quarter windows see Power windows R RACETIMER see Control system menus AMG...

Page 563: ...eset button In instrument cluster 156 Reset tool Active head restraints Depository 482 Residual heat utilization 245 Restraint system See Children in the vehicle See SRS Restraint system see Infant an...

Page 564: ...tory SmartKey 113 Factory SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 119 Individual Vehicle 176 Instrument cluster 179 Language multifunction display 180 Lighting 183 Memory function 144 Resetting all Control system 17...

Page 565: ...r console 312 Glove box 311 Parcel nets 315 Second row seats In front of 314 Third row 315 Storing tires 375 Stranded vehicle 519 Submenus see Control system submenus Sun visors 215 Sunroof see Power...

Page 566: ...Answering ending a call 194 195 Changing mobile phone cradle 329 Dialing a number from the phone book 195 Hands free microphone 33 Inserting in cradle 328 Installing a different mobile phone cradle 32...

Page 567: ...g terminology 401 Loading the vehicle 376 Low tire pressure telltale 27 428 Ply composition and material used 403 Retreads 373 Rims and tires 532 Rotating 404 Run Flat Indicator Canada only 383 Servic...

Page 568: ...are 410 Control systems Settings menu 176 Dimensions 536 Locking unlocking 38 68 112 Locking unlocking in an emergency 478 Modifications and alterations Operation safety 16 Proper use of 16 Towing 517...

Page 569: ...zes 532 Wheels Tires and 373 Window curtain air bags 78 Windows see Power windows Windshield Cleaning 415 Defogging 225 240 Infrared reflecting 344 Washer fluid 546 Windshield washer fluid 372 Message...

Page 570: ...or www mercedes benz ca We reserve the right to make changes in design and equipment Therefore information illustrations and descriptions in this Operator s Manual might differ from your vehicle Repri...

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