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Controls in detail

Useful features

Cover

Ashtray insert

왘

Grip ashtray insert

on the sides and

pull it out upwards.

Reinstalling ashtray insert

왘

Insert ashtray insert

and push down

until the ball catch engages.

왘

Close ashtray cover

Rear seat ashtray (second row)

Opening the ashtray

Ashtray cover

Release button

왘

Press release button

Ashtray cover

opens automatically.

Ashtray cover

왘

Press ashtray cover

down in

direction of arrow as far as it will go.

Removing ashtray insert

왘

Open ashtray cover

왘

Press ashtray cover

down in

direction of arrow as far as it will go.

Vehicles with rear center console*

(

컄

page 315) are not equipped with an ashtray

in front of the second-row seats.

Close the ashtray when not in use and

before folding the second-row seats.

Summary of Contents for 2008 R 320 CDI 4MATIC

Page 1: ...Sommer Corporate Media AG Operator s Manual R Class Order No 6515 1817 13 Part No 251 584 39 81 Edition A 2008 R Class 2 5 1 5 8 4 3 9 8 1...

Page 2: ...R 320 CDI 4MATIC R 350 R 350 4MATIC R 550 4MATIC...

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: ...SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 118 Opening the doors from the inside 118 Tailgate Power tailgate 119 Automatic central locking 126 Locking and unlocking from the inside 126 Seats 128 Easy entry exit featur...

Page 6: ...imate control system 212 Operating the climate control system in automatic mode 212 Setting the temperature 213 Adjusting air distribution 213 Adjusting air volume 214 Front defroster 214 Air recircul...

Page 7: ...ooks 291 Expanding cargo compartment 292 Cargo compartment cover blind 299 Cargo net 301 Useful features 304 Storage compartments 304 Parcel nets 307 Cup holders 308 Ashtrays 311 Cigarette lighter 313...

Page 8: ...rial 393 Tire and loading terminology 393 Rotating tires 396 Winter driving 398 Winter tires 398 Snow chains 399 Maintenance 400 Maintenance service indicator message 400 Calling up the maintenance se...

Page 9: ...520 Emergency engine shut down 520 Technical data 521 Parts service 522 Warranty coverage 523 Loss of Service and Warranty Information Booklet 523 Identification labels 524 Layout of poly V belt drive...

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: ...erve 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 describ...

Page 12: ...a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicl...

Page 13: ...er Assistance Representatives 24 hours a day 365 days a year Roadside Assistance will be provided in accordance 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 warning which is continue...

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: ...s 203 Power folding 204 6 Towing eye bolt 467 Installing towing eye bolt 515 7 Tires and wheels 363 529 Checking tire inflation pressure 373 General information 363 Flat tire 492 Spare wheel 471 8 Hoo...

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

Page 26: ...love box release Glove box lock 304 305 Item Page a Glove box CD changer AUX socket 304 304 304 b Center console 31 c Power outlet 314 d Starter switch 39 e Steering wheel adjustment manual 46 f Steer...

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

Page 28: ...14 Variable speed limiter indicator lamp1 l Distance warning lamp2 262 414 1 Lamp without function It illuminates when the ignition is on It should go out when the engine is running 2 Vehicles without...

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

Page 30: ...ator lamp1 53 a Fuel gauge with Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 424 4 Fuel filler flap indica tor The fuel filler flap is located on the rear right hand side 352 1 Vehicles with diesel engine only Item...

Page 31: ...n 187 319 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 for previous display 5 Menu systems Press but...

Page 32: ...nger side Canada only 140 5 Vehicle level control switch 279 6 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 200 Item Page 7 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 77 425 8 Hazard...

Page 33: ...er part Item Page 1 Storage compartment 305 2 Front armrest telephone tray release 306 3 Front armrest storage compartment release 306 4 Ashtray with cigarette lighter 311 5 Cup holders 308 6 Card tic...

Page 34: ...or lamp 150 7 Power tilt sliding sunroof switch Power tilt sliding panel switch 248 252 8 Tele Aid emergency call system button 324 9 Vehicles without telephone installed Hands free microphone for Tel...

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

Page 36: ...8 First aid kit vehicle tool kit spare wheel 467 9 Third row storage compartment 304 a Cup holder 308 b Door pocket Item Page c Parcel net on driver s seat backrest 307 d Door pocket e Storage compart...

Page 37: ...ew mirror adjustment 48 4 Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 48 204 5 Switches for opening closing front and rear door windows 242 6 Re...

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

Page 39: ...button 4 Panic button page 98 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 loca...

Page 40: ...utside 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 and lock the vehicle...

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

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 414 For information on starting the engine using the KEYLESS GO start stop button see Starting with KEYLESS GO page 54...

Page 44: ...rest until your arms are slightly angled when holding the steering wheel Adjust the seat to a comfortable seating position that still allows you to reach the accelerator brake pedal safely The positio...

Page 45: ...y secured in the vehicle and the child is not properly secured in the child restraint When moving the seats make sure there are no items in the footwell or behind the seats otherwise you could damage...

Page 46: ...traints Head restraints are intended to help reduce injuries during an accident With a third row seat occupied make sure to move the respective head restraint up from the lowest non use position and h...

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 128 Stee...

Page 48: ...ering wheel 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 A...

Page 49: ...ection 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 Interior rear view mirror Manually adjust th...

Page 50: ...button illuminated If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly pushed forward hit from the rear or forcibly pushed rearward hit from the front reposition it by applying firm pressure until it snaps...

Page 51: ...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 killed I...

Page 52: ...or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belt provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright as possible and the seat belt is...

Page 53: ...in a position that is as upright as possible Never use a seat belt for more than one person at a time Do not fasten a seat belt around a per son and another object at the same time When using a seat...

Page 54: ...depress the accelerator Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 page 40 and hold until the engine starts Warning G Inhalation of exhaust gas is hazardous to your health All exhaust gas...

Page 55: ...tart stop button 1 USA only 2 Canada only Make sure the KEYLESS GO start stop button is inserted in the starter switch page 41 For information on turning off the engine with KEYLESS GO see Turning off...

Page 56: ...s the accelerator Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once The engine preglows and starts if the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is in the vehicle Starting difficulties If the engine does not start as des...

Page 57: ...ver can now be used Shift the automatic transmission to D or R page 192 Release the brake pedal Carefully depress the accelerator pedal Warning G When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey or...

Page 58: ...faces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehi cle control Your vehicle s ABS will not pre vent this type of loss of control Warning G I...

Page 59: ...s on Switch on the ignition page 39 Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B The low beam headlamps come on High beam The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combinatio...

Page 60: ...luster flashes The combination switch resets automati cally after major steering wheel move ment Windshield wipers The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination swit...

Page 61: ...d wipers leaves snow etc switch them off immediately For safety reasons stop the vehicle in a safe location and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLE...

Page 62: ...e 362 Rear window wiper washer The combination switch is located on the left of the steering column Combination switch 1 Rear window wiper switch 2 Wiping rear window with washer fluid 3 Intermittent...

Page 63: ...tch 1 in position 2 or 5 page 61 until the rear window is clean The rear window wiper operates with washer fluid For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Windshield rear window washer sy...

Page 64: ...the coolant level and add coolant if necessary page 360 In case of accident If the vehicle is leaking fuel Do not start the engine under any circumstances Notify local fire and or police authori ties...

Page 65: ...aves 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 before turning...

Page 66: ...en 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 leave children unattended in the vehicle or with acce...

Page 67: ...onsiderably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle i Always set the parking brake in addition to shifting to position P page 192 When parked on an incline also turn front...

Page 68: ...pair the effectiveness of the seat belt and or cause damage to the door and or door trim panel Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Damaged seat belts must be replaced Cont...

Page 69: ...on on the 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...

Page 70: ...69 Safety and Security Occupant safety Panic alarm Driving safety systems Anti theft systems...

Page 71: ...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 72: ...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 73: ...r back against the seat backrest Fasten your seat belt and make sure it is properly positioned on your body page 50 Since the air bag inflates with considerable speed and force a proper seating and ha...

Page 74: ...children 12 years old and under use an appropriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recom mended for the size and weight of the child 2 Always wear seat belts properly i Air...

Page 75: ...nstallation of addition al electrical electronic equipment on or near SRS components and wiring Keep area between air bags and occupants free from objects e g packages purs es umbrellas etc Do not han...

Page 76: ...other seat covers may interfere with or prevent the deployment of the front side impact air bags or the rear side impact air bags Contact an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for availabili...

Page 77: ...mpact air bag second row seats USA only The side impact air bags and window curtain air bags are deployed on the impacted side of the vehicle in impacts exceeding a preset deploy ment threshold indepe...

Page 78: ...right as possible with their back against the seat backrest and feet on the floor to be correctly classified If the occupant s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle e g by lean ing on...

Page 79: ...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 80: ...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 81: ...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 th...

Page 82: ...e proper operation of the air bag system and OCS Do not 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 im...

Page 83: ...ies and all Canadian provinces Even where this is not the case all vehicle occupants should have their seat belts fastened whenever the vehicle is in motion For information on fastening seat belts see...

Page 84: ...ion 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 even fatal injuries...

Page 85: ...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 liver or sp...

Page 86: ...the front passenger s seat belt remains unfastened after 60 seconds the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale stops flashing but continues to be illuminated The seat belt telltale wi...

Page 87: ...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 88: ...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 the second row middle seat or a third...

Page 89: ...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 examp...

Page 90: ...ht 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 fully in accordance with th...

Page 91: ...to the child seat manufacturer s instructions For children larger than the typical 12 month old child the front passenger front air bag may or may not be activated page 77 Warning G Infants and small...

Page 92: ...Anchorage ring covers third row seats Remove anchorage ring covers 3 from third row seat on which a child seat is to be installed Warning G Children too big for a toddler restraint must ride in seats...

Page 93: ...t is located on the rear of the seat base page 94 Outboard second row and third row seats 1 Anchorage ring covers Remove anchorage ring cover 1 from seat backrest of the seat on which a child seat is...

Page 94: ...d if installed the top tether strap is positioned between the seat backrest and the cargo net if installed Fold seat backrest up and push back wards until it audibly engages An outboard second row sea...

Page 95: ...are not properly locked the seat could move forward and the seat backrest could fold The child seat would no longer be properly supported or positioned to provide its intended benefit That could cause...

Page 96: ...g 4 Warning G Please be aware that installation of a child seat in the second row middle seat position can prevent the folding forward of the out board second row seats which can obstruct access to an...

Page 97: ...cargo net if installed Fold seat backrest up and push back wards until it audibly engages Lower the head restraint if necessary page 135 Make sure the top tether strap can pass freely between the head...

Page 98: ...e cessed position back to its original po sition The rear door windows can again be operated using the switches located in the rear doors Warning G Activate the override switch when children are ridin...

Page 99: ...lowing 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 unauthoriz...

Page 100: ...on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running Warning G The following factors increase the risk of accidents Excessive speed especially in turns Wet and slippery road surf...

Page 101: ...en the ABS is malfunctioning the BAS the ESP and the Electronic Traction System are also switched off The basic driving and braking functions are still avail able When the ABS is malfunctioning the wh...

Page 102: ...surfaces The ESP also stabilizes the vehicle during braking and steering 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...

Page 103: ...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 safety or...

Page 104: ...should be no longer than 10 seconds Active braking action through the ESP may otherwise seriously damage the brake system which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty i The ESP will onl...

Page 105: ...rol 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 engine running press ESP switch 1 The ESP warning...

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: ...ystem 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 diately c...

Page 108: ...tch 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 Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button pa...

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Page 110: ...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 111: ...f each segment Locking and unlocking For more information on locking and un locking see the Getting started section page 38 and page 67 SmartKey Your vehicle comes supplied with two SmartKeys each wit...

Page 112: ...Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may ca...

Page 113: ...flash three times The locking knobs on the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogram the SmartKey so that pressin...

Page 114: ...with KEYLESS GO Vehicles equipped with KEYLESS GO come with two SmartKeys with KEYLESS GO each with remote control and a removable mechanical key The KEYLESS GO function is integrated into the SmartKe...

Page 115: ...1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Any unauthorized modification t...

Page 116: ...gate If the vehicle has been parked for more than 72 hours you must pull an outside door handle in order to activate the KEYLESS GO function In order to start the engine with the SmartKey with KEYLESS...

Page 117: ...KEYLESS GO outside the vehicle If you leave the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO behind when exiting and locking the vehicle no message appears in the multifunction display Possibility 2 One SmartKey with KE...

Page 118: ...SmartKey with KEYLESS GO will then function as follows Unlocking driver s door and fuel filler flap Grasp the driver s outside door handle All turn signal lamps flash once The locking knob in the driv...

Page 119: ...y with KEYLESS GO or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary Any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center will be glad to supply...

Page 120: ...SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO opening a door from the inside will trigger the anti theft alarm system To cancel the alarm do one of the following With the SmartKey Insert the SmartKey in the starter swi...

Page 121: ...h handle 1 in direction of arrow 2 and hold it there From this position lift handle 1 in direction of arrow 3 and hold it there The tailgate is released and can be opened manually i Vehicles without K...

Page 122: ...ways keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when closing the tailgate Be especially careful when small children are around When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey o...

Page 123: ...open the tailgate simultaneously from the driver s seat when the vehicle is at a standstill The switch is located on the door control panel 1 Remote tailgate switch Pull remote tailgate switch 1 unti...

Page 124: ...ns to close The tailgate closes While the tailgate is closing an acoustic signal sounds To interrupt the closing procedure Press or pull remote tailgate switch 1 page 122 Warning G Maintain sight of t...

Page 125: ...tor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being in jured To prevent possible personal injury always keep hands and fingers away from the cargo compartment opening when cl...

Page 126: ...ls flash three times to confirm locking The locking knobs in the doors move down The anti theft alarm system is armed i Do not place the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the open cargo compartm...

Page 127: ...ve hicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i To prevent a possible inadvertent lockout the tai...

Page 128: ...safe to do so If the vehicle was previously centrally locked with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO it will not unlock using the central unlocking switch If the vehicle was previously locked with the ce...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...e able to move upward when the easy entry exit feature is activated The adjustment procedure is briefly interrupted when the engine is started Warning G Let the system complete the adjustment procedur...

Page 131: ...d row seats completely see Folding outboard second row seats page 294 Easy exit feature for third row seats The easy exit strap is located on the rear of each outboard second row seat base 1 Easy exit...

Page 132: ...red or exited the vehicle using the easy entry exit feature before driving off make sure the outboard second row seats are properly locked the seat backrests of the outboard second row seats are in an...

Page 133: ...nal 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 swi...

Page 134: ...strongly 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 res...

Page 135: ...andle 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...

Page 136: ...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 137: ...justed Warning G 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 the s...

Page 138: ...d adjusted Folding up Move the armrest into a vertical position until it engages Adjusting With the armrest folded up disengage the armrest by pushing it towards the rear slightly Fold the armrest dow...

Page 139: ...econd row middle seat and allow occupants to use the folded second row middle seat as a footrest while driving All vehicle occupants must keep both feet on the floor in front of their seat Otherwise o...

Page 140: ...Indicator lamps 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 heat...

Page 141: ...ignition page 39 Switching on 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 i...

Page 142: ...estraint system that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 210 2 With the memory function you can store up to three d...

Page 143: ...stored to the selected position an acknowledge ment signal sounds Recalling positions from memory Press and hold stored position button 1 2 or 3 until the seat steering wheel and exterior rear view mi...

Page 144: ...entional headlamps 1 Standing lamps left turn left two stops 2 Standing lamps right turn left one stop 3 M Off Daytime running lamp mode page 145 4 U Automatic headlamp mode Daytime running lamp mode...

Page 145: ...tness of the ambient light Low beam headlamps Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Warning G If the exterior lamp switch is set to U the headlamps will not be automatically swi...

Page 146: ...mbient light conditions the following lamps will switch on addition ally Tail and parking lamps License plate lamps Side marker lamps Canada only When the engine is running and you shift from a drivin...

Page 147: ...h beam flasher is available at all times For nighttime driving turn the exterior lamp switch in position B or U to permit activation of the high beam headlamps Warning G In low ambient lighting or fog...

Page 148: ...oes out Rear fog lamp driver s side only Turn the exterior lamp switch to position B page 143 Pull out the exterior lamp switch to second stop The rear fog lamp switches on The yellow indicator lamp i...

Page 149: ...running lamp mode activated page 145 Driving forward Switching on corner illuminating front fog lamps Switch on the left or right turn signal page 59 depending on whether you are turning left or righ...

Page 150: ...se gear R page 192 The front fog lamp opposite to your steering direction comes on Switching off corner illuminating front fog lamps Shift the automatic transmission to a gear other than reverse gear...

Page 151: ...itch 1 All turn signals are flashing Switching off hazard warning flasher Press hazard warning flasher switch 1 again Interior lighting 1 Front left reading lamp on off 2 Rear interior lighting on off...

Page 152: ...and off Press front rear interior lighting switch 4 or 2 page 150 to switch on the desired interior light Press front rear interior lighting switch 4 or 2 again to switch off the respective interior l...

Page 153: ...row reading lamps on and off The switches for the third row reading lamps are located in the rear overhead control panel 1 Rear right reading lamp on off 2 Rear left reading lamp on off 3 Rear left r...

Page 154: ...h off when the corresponding door is closed Cargo compartment lamp The cargo compartment lamp comes on when the tailgate is opened If you leave the tailgate open for an extended period of time the car...

Page 155: ...front door or pressing the reset button without switching on the ignition or the exterior lighting activates the multifunction display illumination only for 30 seconds Warning G No messages will be di...

Page 156: ...ct the engine the fuel supply is interrupted if the engine is operated within the red marking Outside temperature indicator The outside temperature is indicated in the multifunction display page 157 A...

Page 157: ...ture can only be verified by comparison to a thermometer placed next to the sensor not by comparison to exter nal displays e g bank signs etc When moving the vehicle into colder ambient temperatures e...

Page 158: ...to the multifunction display Multifunction display 1 Trip odometer 2 Main odometer 3 Transmission position indicator 4 Current transmission program mode 5 Status indicator outside temperature or digi...

Page 159: ...etting the volume Press button up 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 4 Moving within a menu Press butto...

Page 160: ...the settings for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being ar ranged in a circular pattern If you press button or repeatedly you will pass through e...

Page 161: ...160 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 162: ...ATIC Status and settings Checking tire inflation pressure Selecting satellite radio station Compass Checking coolant temperature Operating CD player Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperatu...

Page 163: ...162 Controls in detail Control system This is what you will see when you scroll through the menus 6 to a The table on the next page provides an overview of the individual menus...

Page 164: ...Resetting to factory settings Distance warning function on off Fuel consumption statistics since start Loading phone book Instrument cluster submenu Fuel consumption statistics since the last reset S...

Page 165: ...ifunction display Function Page Checking tire inflation pressure 373 Checking coolant temperature 164 Calling up digital speedometer or outside temperature 165 Calling up maintenance service indicator...

Page 166: ...warning message in the multifunction display page 448 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 th...

Page 167: ...ting satellite radio station The satellite radio is treated as a radio application Select satellite radio with the corresponding soft key on the COMAND system 1 SAT mode or stored memory position SAT0...

Page 168: ...ar in the multi function display 1 MP3 mode 2 Current track Press button k or j repeatedly until the desired track is selected NAV menu The NAV menu contains the functions needed to operate your navig...

Page 169: ...or repeatedly until the AIRMATIC Compass menu appears in the multifunction display For information on AIRMATIC see AIRMATIC page 276 For information on the compass see Vehicle submenu page 180 and Co...

Page 170: ...or j The stored messages will now be displayed in the order in which they have occurred For malfunctions and warning messages see Vehicle status messages in the multifunction display page 427 Warning...

Page 171: ...h which you can reset all the settings to the original factory settings A collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your vehicle Press button or repeatedly until the Setti...

Page 172: ...ction of the submenus appears in the multifunction display Press button The selection marker moves to the next submenu The submenus are arranged by hierarchy Scroll down with button scroll up with but...

Page 173: ...submenu use the j button to access the individual functions within that sub menu Once within that submenu you can use the j button to move to the next function or the k button to move to the previous...

Page 174: ...ometer display mode Setting the time Setting daytime running lamp mode USA only Compass adjustment Activating easy entry exit feature Selecting language Setting the date Setting locator lighting Compa...

Page 175: ...nit to Km or Miles Selecting language Move the selection marker with button or to the Instrument Cluster submenu Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Language appears in the multifunction...

Page 176: ...arker with button or to the Instrument 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...

Page 177: ...nction display Example illustration for setting the hour Press button or to set the time Setting the date This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigati...

Page 178: ...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 179: ...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 th...

Page 180: ...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 display The selectio...

Page 181: ...ction 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 Vehic...

Page 182: ...le if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module In order to calibrate the compass properly mind the following Calibrate the compass in open terrain Nearby buildings bridges...

Page 183: ...f the Audio search function to select a radio station page 166 will enable you to start a frequency scan Frequency or select a radio station stored in memory Memory Move the selection marker with butt...

Page 184: ...king 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 subme...

Page 185: ...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 stored position bu...

Page 186: ...cle 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 Distance Warning appears...

Page 187: ...onsumption since last reset Resetting fuel consumption statistics Press button or repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display Press button j or k repeatedly until the...

Page 188: ...he range Warning G A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For your safety and the safety of others we recommend that you pull over to a safe location and st...

Page 189: ...o receive calls you can answer a call at any time In the multifunction display you will then see the following message or if available the caller ID name and number Press button s You have answered th...

Page 190: ...ade the control system stores the dialed number in the redial memory Redialing The control system stores the most recently dialed phone numbers This eliminates the need to search through your entire p...

Page 191: ...e 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 allows the c...

Page 192: ...osition D Release the parking brake page 56 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 193: ...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 194: ...gram mode C S page 200 the position of the accelerator pedal page 197 the vehicle speed With drive position D selected you can use the steering wheel gearshift control buttons page 201 to influence tr...

Page 195: ...tion to shifting into park position P to secure the vehicle If the vehicle s electrical system is malfunctioning the automatic transmission could remain locked in park position P Have the vehicle chec...

Page 196: ...the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle can be moved freely pushed or towed To avoid damage to the trans mission never shift into neutral position N while driving If the ESP is deactiv...

Page 197: ...ignition and leave the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the starter switch Observe instructions when taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash page 405 when towing the vehicle page 51...

Page 198: ...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 199: ...system 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...

Page 200: ...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 201: ...ts This does not apply if full throttle is applied or gear range 1 is selected Traction and driving stability are improved on icy roads Upshifts occur earlier even when you give more gas The engine th...

Page 202: ...en reached Shift into reverse gear R or park position P only when the vehicle is stopped Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period when driving off on slippery road surfaces This may caus...

Page 203: ...e suited for optimal acceleration and deceleration This will involve shifting down one or more gears Emergency operation Limp Home Mode If vehicle acceleration becomes less re sponsive or sluggish or...

Page 204: ...em page 362 Rear view mirrors For more information on setting the rear view mirrors see Mirrors page 48 Interior rear view mirror antiglare position 1 Lever Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position b...

Page 205: ...old each exterior rear view mirror out completely page 205 When the exterior rear view mirrors fold properly upon locking the vehicle the exterior mirrors are synchronized Otherwise repeat the above s...

Page 206: ...y 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 is forcibly pushed forward hit from the re...

Page 207: ...irror Swing sun visor 1 down Flip up cover 4 to access vanity mirror 5 Vanity mirror lamp 3 comes on After using vanity mirror 5 flip down cover 4 Swing sun visor 1 up Glare through a side window 1 Su...

Page 208: ...p on the button goes out Always guide the sunshade Do not let it snap back abruptly as the retractor could be damaged With the sunshade raised and the respective door window open the sunshade could di...

Page 209: ...208 Controls in detail Climate control...

Page 210: ...heel for air volume control for left center air vent 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent 9 Right side air...

Page 211: ...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 212: ...en un protected parts of the body and the air vents If necessary use the air distribution controls page 210 to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of...

Page 213: ...d 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...

Page 214: ...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 210 slightly clockwise The climate control system will corre spo...

Page 215: ...re open Closing the center air vents Turn thumbwheels 6 and 7 page 208 downward The corresponding center air vents on the left and right are closed Opening the side air vents Turn thumbwheels 3 and 8...

Page 216: ...nt door windows Press button to decrease or button Q to increase air volume page 210 to the desired level The air volume decreases increases to the next lower higher blower speed and heating switches...

Page 217: ...at outside temperatures above approximately 41 F 5 C for air drying If the automatic air distribution is switched off Press air distribution button 9 or a page 210 Air recirculation mode Switch to air...

Page 218: ...mp on button is not lit when the air recirculation mode has been switched on automatically i The air recirculation mode is deactivated automatically after 5 minutes if the outside temperature is below...

Page 219: ...lamp on the button goes out The air recirculation mode is deactivated Vehicles with panorama roof Convenience closing Press and hold button until the windows and the tilt sliding panel are closed or...

Page 220: ...engine switched off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine Activating Switch off the igni...

Page 221: ...temperature is too low if the battery voltage drops i The rear climate control panel is only avail able if your vehicle is equipped with seat heating for the second row seats or Rear Audio feature see...

Page 222: ...e 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 U The indicator lamp on the butt...

Page 223: ...222 Controls in detail 3 zone automatic climate control...

Page 224: ...mbwheel for air volume control for left center air vent 7 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right center air vent 8 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right side and door air vent 9 Right side...

Page 225: ...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 passenger side c Air distributio...

Page 226: ...he passenger compartment through the air distribution system Warning G When operating the automatic climate control the air that enters the passenger compartment through the air vents can be very hot...

Page 227: ...the vehicle interior is hot ventilate the in terior before driving off see Summer opening feature page 244 The automatic climate control will then adjust the interior temperature to the set value muc...

Page 228: ...Q automatic control of either the air distribution or air volume is switched off Setting the temperature Use temperature controls 1 and 9 page 224 to separately adjust the air temperature on each sid...

Page 229: ...ls 6 and 7 page 222 upward The corresponding center air vents on the left and right are open Closing the center air vents Turn thumbwheels 6 and 7 page 222 downward The corresponding center air vents...

Page 230: ...Activating Press button page 224 The indicator lamp on the button comes on The automatic climate control switches to the following functions automatically most efficient blower speed and heating power...

Page 231: ...p on button goes out The indicator lamp on button 9 comes on Deactivating Press button page 224 The indicator lamp on the button goes out Defrosting is turned off The previous settings are once again...

Page 232: ...s on Warning G Fogged windows impair visibility endanger ing you and others If the windows begin to fog on the inside switching off the air recirculationmode immediatelyshould clear interior window fo...

Page 233: ...and air drying is turned off after 30 minutes if the outside temperature is above approximately 41 F 5 C Warning G Never operate the windows and tilt sliding sunroof or tilt sliding panel if there is...

Page 234: ...n the button comes on The air recirculation mode is activated Convenience opening Press and hold button until the windows and the tilt sliding panel are opened or have reached the desired position The...

Page 235: ...re harmful to the ozone layer Using driver side settings for all temperature zones You can use the settings of the driver s side such as temperature air volume and air distribution for all temperature...

Page 236: ...r lamp on the button goes out i If you manually set the temperature air volume or air distribution for the passenger side or the rear passenger compartment when the MONO setting is active the MONO set...

Page 237: ...ht rear center air vent adjustable 5 Air distribution directs air through the footwells and side air vents 6 Rear automatic climate control on off 7 Decreasing air volume 8 Left rear center air vent a...

Page 238: ...d by ON and MODE The MODE display is cleared and the indicator lamp on button goes out after approximately 3 seconds The rear automatic climate control switches on Setting the temperature Make sure th...

Page 239: ...uld raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments preferably starting at 72 F 22 C The automatic climate control will adjust to the set temperature as fast as possible Increasing the temp...

Page 240: ...settings 9 page 236 Adjusting automatically Press button U The indicator lamp on the button comes on The air volume is adjusted automatically B pillar air vents Air vents are located in both B pillar...

Page 241: ...w page 236 Air vents are located in the left and right side trim below the rear quarter windows 1 Defrost air vent for rear quarter window fixed 2 Air vent adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air volume contr...

Page 242: ...win dow the automatic reversal function will stop the door window and open it slightly If a door window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing a door wi...

Page 243: ...dows Express open Press switch 1 2 3 or 4 page 242 past the resistance point and release The corresponding door window opens completely Fully closing the door windows Express close Pull switch 1 2 3 o...

Page 244: ...ing Press and release switch 1 To stop the hinged quarter window Press and release switch 1 once more Closing Press and release switch 2 To stop the hinged quarter window Press and release switch 2 on...

Page 245: ...f by simulta neously opening the door windows opening the hinged quarter windows opening the tilt sliding sunroof or the tilt sliding panel switching on the seat ventilation for the driver s seat Aim...

Page 246: ...on on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO The windows and the tilt sliding panel begin to open after approximately 1 second Release button on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO to interrupt...

Page 247: ...on on the outside door handle to interrupt the closing procedure Vehicles with tilt sliding panel If tilt sliding panel is closed Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO at the...

Page 248: ...artKey with KEYLESS GO until the windows and the tilt sliding panel are completely closed Release button on the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO to interrupt the closing procedure With the windows...

Page 249: ...s a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts prop erly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from the passenger compart ment When leaving the vehicle always remove t...

Page 250: ...retract Switch on the ignition page 39 Opening and closing To open close raise or lower the tilt sliding sunroof move the sunroof switch to the resistance point in the required direction of arrows 1 t...

Page 251: ...ing sunroof is blocked during the closing procedure the tilt sliding sunroof will stop and reopen slightly Warning G If the tilt sliding sunroof encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a cir...

Page 252: ...insert the fuse in the fuse box Switch on the ignition page 39 Press and hold the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 3 page 249 un til the tilt sliding sunroof is fully raised at the rear Hold the s...

Page 253: ...nds 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 roof panel switch whe...

Page 254: ...starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in a...

Page 255: ...rection of arrow 1 page 254 Release the roof panel switch when the tilt sliding panel has reached the desired position Closing Press and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 2 page 254 Rel...

Page 256: ...does not open smoothly Switch off the ignition page 40 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Switch off the ignition page 41 Open the driver s door this puts the st...

Page 257: ...ened Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 1 page 254 for approximately 1 second Press and hold the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 page 254 until the tilt sliding panel i...

Page 258: ...u can set 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...

Page 259: ...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 260: ...set speed is stored for 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 contr...

Page 261: ...the vehicle is in danger of skidding e g on icy roads i Depressing the accelerator pedal does not deactivate the cruise control After brief acceler ation e g for passing the cruise control will resume...

Page 262: ...t the cruise control lever past the resistance point i The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate Keep in mind that it may take a brief moment until the vehicle has reached the set speed War...

Page 263: ...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 vehicle directly ahea...

Page 264: ...oes 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 ti...

Page 265: ...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 266: ...ar in the speedometer i This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept...

Page 267: ...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 268: ...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 269: ...y will show a message such as DISTRONIC 55 MPH If Distronic has not been activated after pressing the cruise control lever you will see the message DISTRONIC Off in the multifunction display In the fo...

Page 270: ...DISTRONIC Override The distance to a slower moving vehicle in front of you will not be set Your vehicle speed will then be determined only by the accelerator pedal position Warning G If you increase...

Page 271: ...ment until the vehicle has reached the set speed Decrease the set vehicle speed to a value that the prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Otherwise sudden and unexpected acceleratio...

Page 272: ...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 273: ...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 274: ...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 275: ...ic sen sor see Cleaning the Distronic system sensor cover page 407 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 276: ...this 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 th...

Page 277: ...oad surface conditions your driving style your personal settings The ADS switch is located on the upper part of the center console Warning G If the distance warning lamp l in the in strument cluster c...

Page 278: ...until the desired suspension tuning is reached Vehicle level control The vehicle level control automatically regulates the ride height to reduce fuel consumption improve driving safety The vehicle beg...

Page 279: ...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 speed The ES...

Page 280: ...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 281: ...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 on rough or uneven roads adjusting the vehicle to a lowe...

Page 282: ...ition must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS GO start stop button in position 0 or 1 when testing the parking brake on a brake test dynamometer and such testing should...

Page 283: ...c system monitors the surroundings of your vehicle with six sen sors in the front bumper and four sensors in the rear bumper 1 Sensors in the front bumper Range of the sensors To function properly the...

Page 284: ...ual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle The warning indicator for the front area is located above the center air vents in the dashboard The warning...

Page 285: ...m of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance segment The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is set to position P or the parking brake is set Rear area An intermittent acoustic...

Page 286: ...indicator lamp in the Parktronic switch comes on Switch off the ignition page 39 Clean the Parktronic system sensors page 408 Switch on the ignition page 39 or Check the Parktronic system operation a...

Page 287: ...g or foggy it is night or you are parking maneuver ing your vehicle in an area where it is very dark the camera is exposed to a very bright white light the immediate surroundings are illumi nated with...

Page 288: ...isplay Shift the automatic transmission to position P N or D to switch off the rear view camera i The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND system display as a mirror image like in the rear v...

Page 289: ...unted 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 of 22...

Page 290: ...page 367 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 h...

Page 291: ...g 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 comp...

Page 292: ...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 293: ...properly locked in the upright position In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers loose items will be thrown around inside the vehicle and can cause injury to vehicle occupants unless th...

Page 294: ...nging the third row seats back to their original position page 297 Warning G Folded second row seats are intended to serve as cargo compartment expansion in conjunction with folded third row seats onl...

Page 295: ...ts thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and or serious personal injury When folding both seat rows it is important that you fold the seats in the following order second row midd...

Page 296: ...arrow as far as it will go Seat and seat backrest are unlocked Fold 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...

Page 297: ...w seat 4 Recess on second row seat backrest 5 Guide pin on third row seat cushion 6 Seat backrest second row seat 7 Seat cushion third row seat 8 Strap Fold seat cushion 7 to a horizontal position Gui...

Page 298: ...desired position page 134 Warning G Make sure the seats are properly locked the seat backrests are in an upright position and are properly locked An outboard second row seat is properly locked only w...

Page 299: ...tboard second row seat locked 1 Lock status indicator 2 Red marking When the seat is locked lock status indicator 1 is in hinged position red marking 2 is barely visible Second row middle seat Pull re...

Page 300: ...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 301: ...e 299 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 302: ...installed in two locations 1 Holder behind B pillar 2 Holder behind C pillar Warning G Make sure the cargo net is properly engaged at top and bottom position and the tighten ing belts are securely fa...

Page 303: ...et bars must audibly engage Installing the cargo net Cargo net installed behind the B pillar 1 Holder 2 Cargo net bar Hang cargo net bar 2 on holder 1 as indicated by the arrow Push cargo net bar 2 fo...

Page 304: ...belt by pulling buckle 1 upward in direction of arrow Remove belt hook 2 from cargo tie down ring 3 Removing and storing the cargo net Take cargo net bar 2 out of holder 1 see Installing the cargo ne...

Page 305: ...e 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 cargo...

Page 306: ...en the vehicle is in the shop for service Take the mechanical key out of the SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO page 474 1 Unlocking glove box 2 Locking glove box Insert mechanical key into glove bo...

Page 307: ...ton 1 and lift up armrest Two coin holders 4 are located in front of telephone tray 3 Rear armrest storage compartment A storage compartment is located in the armrest of the rear center console betwee...

Page 308: ...mate control the storage compartment is replaced by an adjustable air vent page 240 Warning G Do not place objects with a combined weight of more than 4 4 lbs 2 kg into the parcel net on the back of t...

Page 309: ...height where the contents especially hot liquids could spill during braking vehicle maneuvers or an accident Liquids spilled on vehicle occu pants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on...

Page 310: ...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 311: ...up 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 ashtray cover Cuphol...

Page 312: ...enter console and an ashtray located in front of the second row seats page 312 Ashtray in the front center console Opening the ashtray 1 Cover 2 Chrome label Tab lightly on chrome label 2 of cover 1 C...

Page 313: ...htray 1 Ashtray cover 2 Release button Press release button 2 Ashtray cover 1 opens automatically 1 Ashtray cover Press ashtray cover 1 down in direction of arrow as far as it will go Removing ashtray...

Page 314: ...uto matically when hot Take out cigarette lighter 2 Warning G Never touch the heating element or sides of the cigarette lighter they are extremely hot Hold the knob only Make sure that any children tr...

Page 315: ...elec trical accessories designed for use with the stan dard cigarette lighter plug type to the 12V power outlets page 314 in your vehicle whenever possible The cigarette lighter is not designed for us...

Page 316: ...nition page 39 Flip up cover 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 Stor...

Page 317: ...e vehi cle Warning G Remove all containers that may be stored in the cupholders of the rear center console Otherwise liquids could spill on vehicle occupants and or vehicle equipment Hot liquids spill...

Page 318: ...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 319: ...f Indicator lamp 3 goes out For information on the steering wheel see Multifunction steering wheel page 158 i The steering wheel heating is temporarily suspended while indicator lamp 3 remains on when...

Page 320: ...d or 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...

Page 321: ...1 Inserting the mobile phone 2 Connector contact 3 Mobile phone cradle Slide the lower end of the mobile phone into connector contact 2 on cradle 3 Push the top of the mobile phone in direction of arr...

Page 322: ...ess release button in direction of arrow 1 and take mobile phone cradle 3 out in direction of arrow 2 Installing a different mobile phone cradle Example illustration 1 Contact plate 2 Recesses 3 Mobil...

Page 323: ...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 324: ...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 325: ...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 326: ...lor 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 nat...

Page 327: ...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 illum...

Page 328: ...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 323 if the indicator lamp does not...

Page 329: ...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 330: ...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 331: ...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 332: ...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 333: ...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 334: ...els 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 locate...

Page 335: ...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 336: ...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 337: ...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 338: ...337 Operation The first 1000 miles 1500 km Driving instructions At the gas station Engine compartment Tires and wheels Winter driving Maintenance Vehicle care...

Page 339: ...m rpm in each gear Shift gears in a timely manner Avoid accelerating by kick down Do not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear using the gear selector lever Select gear 3 2 or 1...

Page 340: ...nd 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 drugs can affect your re...

Page 341: ...ult 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 Because the ESP operates automatica...

Page 342: ...47 Have the brake system inspected immediately Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center All checks and service work on the brake system should be carried out by qualified technicians onl...

Page 343: ...o use the engine s braking power This helps prevent overheating of the brakes and reduces brake pad wear When using the engine s braking power a drive wheel may not spin for an extended period of time...

Page 344: ...arked on an incline turn front wheel towards the road curb Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or press the start stop button vehicles...

Page 345: ...red or icy road is always lower than on a dry road You should pay particular attention to the condition of the road whenever the outside temperatures are close to the freezing point Warning G Although...

Page 346: ...specified for your vehicle in the Technical data section page 529 for example when purchasing new tires For information on how to identify the tire speed rating on a tire s sidewall see Tire size desi...

Page 347: ...For more information see Winter driving page 398 i For information on driving with snow chains see Snow chains page 399 Warning G On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking...

Page 348: ...o prevent water from entering the passenger compartment or the engine compart ment Water in these areas could cause damage to electrical components or wiring of the engine or transmission or could res...

Page 349: ...lled on the outside of the vehicle Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna Warning G Do not forget that your primary respon sibility is to drive the...

Page 350: ...following our recommended maintenance instruc tions as outlined in your Maintenance Booklet To prevent damage to the catalytic convert ers use only premium unleaded gasoline in this vehicle Any notice...

Page 351: ...klet Coolant temperature During severe operating conditions and stop and go city traffic the coolant temperature may rise to approximately 248 F 120 C The engine should not be operated with the coolan...

Page 352: ...gine compartment to catch fire You could be seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns and can occur just by opening the engine hood Stay away from the engine if you see...

Page 353: ...el fuel Turn off the engine before refueling Whenever you are around gasoline or diesel fuel avoid inhaling fumes and skin or cloth ing contact extinguish all smoking materi als Direct skin contact wi...

Page 354: ...d the fuel cap open can cause the yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp to flash and the malfunction indicator lamp USA only or the malfunc tion indicator lamp Canada only comes on For more informatio...

Page 355: ...mpty the fuel system needs to be bled page 502 Diesel engine The engine is more susceptible to wear and damage if you use marine diesel fuel heating oil additives The exhaust aftertreatment device wil...

Page 356: ...adlamp cleaning system page 362 Vehicle lighting Check function and cleanliness For infor mation on replacing light bulbs see Re placing bulbs page 480 For more information see Exterior lamp switch pa...

Page 357: ...is turned off Parts of the engine can become very hot To prevent burns let the engine cool of com pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relevant safety precautions War...

Page 358: ...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 359: ...e parked on level ground the vehicle must have been stationary for at least 5 minutes with the engine turned off Example illustration R 350 4MATIC 1 Oil dipstick 2 Upper mark 3 Lower mark Open the hoo...

Page 360: ...from filler neck Add engine oil as required Be careful not to overfill with oil i The filling quantity between the upper and lower marks on the oil dipstick is approximately 2 1 US qt 2 0 l Only use a...

Page 361: ...check the coolant level the vehicle must be parked on level ground Excess oil must be siphoned or drained off It could cause damage to the engine or emission control system not covered by the Mercede...

Page 362: ...ounterclock wise and remove it Coolant level 4 is correct 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...

Page 363: ...wards Refill the reservoir with MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water or commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze depending on ambient temperatures For mo...

Page 364: ...When 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 manufactur...

Page 365: ...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 replace...

Page 366: ...h as 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 o...

Page 367: ...ght Rating GVWR The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo The certifi cation label also tells you about the front and rear axle weight capacity called the Gross Axle Wei...

Page 368: ...showing the seating capacity is located on the driver s door B pillar page 366 Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Informati...

Page 369: ...example if the XXX amount equals 1400 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 D...

Page 370: ...pants weight Combined weight of all occupants Available cargo luggage and trailer tongue weight total load limit from Tire and Loading Information placard minus combined weight of all occupants 1 1500...

Page 371: ...ll cargo and the trailer tongue load page 370 must never exceed the GVWR Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR The to tal allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear To assure that you...

Page 372: ...d Loading Information placard with recommended cold tire inflation pressures Warning G Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or...

Page 373: ...Benz Light Truck Center for proper tire inflation pressure Make sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving speeds You should wait until the tires are cold before adjusting the tir...

Page 374: ...and check against the recom mended tire inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar page 366 or if available the tire in flation pressure label on the...

Page 375: ...ire in flation pressure by pushing the metal stem of the valve with e g a tip of a pen Then recheck the tire inflation pressure with the tire gauge Warning G When the multifunction display shows the m...

Page 376: ...dicator 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 the Tire and Loading Information p...

Page 377: ...ore of the tires i The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS is equipped with a combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale in the instrument cluster page 26 Depending on how the telltale i...

Page 378: ...ire pressure monitor ing system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly underinflated Accord ingly when the low tire pressure telltale illu m...

Page 379: ...a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale af...

Page 380: ...our tires A warning is issued to alert you to a decrease in pressure in one or more of the tires Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display The present inflation pressures are di...

Page 381: ...affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You might lose control over the vehicle i With a spare wheel mounted the system may still indicate the tire inflation pressure of the removed road whe...

Page 382: ...on placard or the tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire infla tion pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure...

Page 383: ...n page 154 The following message will appear in the multifunction display Restart tire pressure monitor Warning G It is the driver s responsibility to calibrate the TPMS on the recommended cold infla...

Page 384: ...ailure from being overheated adversely affect handling characteristics Overinflated tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling characteristics cause uneven tire wear be more prone to damag...

Page 385: ...er 6 Tire ply material page 393 7 Tire size designation load and speed rating page 384 8 Load identification page 388 9 Tire name Tire size designation load and speed rating 1 Tire width 2 Aspect rati...

Page 386: ...s expressed in percentage The aspect ratio is arrived at by dividing section height by section width Tire code The tire code 3 page 384 indicates the tire construction type The R stands for radial tir...

Page 387: ...t them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure i Tire load rating 5 page 384 and tire speed rating 6 page 384 are also referr...

Page 388: ...and the speed capabil ity of the tire is limited to 186 mph 300 km h Any tire with a speed capability above 186 mph 300 km h must include a ZR in the size designation AND the service description must...

Page 389: ...um load a tire can carry at a specified pressure DOT Tire Identification Number TIN U S tire regulations require each new tire manufacturer or tire retreader to mold a TIN into or onto a sidewall of e...

Page 390: ...bols For more information on retreaded tires see page 363 Tire size The code 3 page 389 indicates the tire size Tire type code The code 4 page 389 may at the option of the manufacturer be used as a d...

Page 391: ...re for the tire i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration Warning G Do not overload the tires by exceeding t...

Page 392: ...nts in addition to these grades Warning G Never exceed the max tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or...

Page 393: ...government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perfor mance Temperature The temperature grades are A the high est B and C representing the tire s resis tance...

Page 394: ...lled or not Air pressure The amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire Air pressure is expressed in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascal kPa or bars Aspect rat...

Page 395: ...he gross vehicle weight on each axle must never exceed the GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GTW Gross Trailer Weight The GTW...

Page 396: ...ry and special trim PSI Pounds per square inch A standard unit of measure for air pressure bar kilopascal kPa Recommended tire inflation pressure Recommended tire inflation pressure for normal driving...

Page 397: ...uality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government te...

Page 398: ...g direction must be maintained page 365 Rotate tires before the characteristic tire wear pattern becomes visible shoulder wear on front tires and tread center wear on rear tires Thoroughly clean the m...

Page 399: ...Make sure the tires you use show M S and the mountain snowflake marking on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association R...

Page 400: ...your spare tire when winter tires are fitted on the other wheels be aware that the difference in tire characteristics may very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be r...

Page 401: ...X Days Service A In X Day Service A Due Now The maintenance services will be indicated by showing a service type A through type H in the multifunction display Types A through H are classified based on...

Page 402: ...reset button 1 on the instru ment cluster The maintenance service indicator message is cleared and the standard display appears in the multifunction display page 164 Maintenance service term exceeded...

Page 403: ...e service will find the informa tion for resetting the maintenance service indicator in the maintenance relevant literature for your vehicle Such literature is available either from either an authoriz...

Page 404: ...ashings 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 c...

Page 405: ...r 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 applie...

Page 406: ...car washed in an auto matic car wash from the start Automatic car washes without brushes are prefera ble To protect the filter system switch the climate control system page 208 or the automatic climat...

Page 407: ...r switch Switch on the ignition Depress the brake pedal Shift the automatic transmission to neutral position N Release the brake pedal If engaged release the parking brake page 56 Switch off the ignit...

Page 408: ...ppearance they could be made of anodized aluminum that will be damaged when cleaned with chrome cleaner Instead use damp cloth to clean those ornamental moldings Very dirty ornamental moldings of whic...

Page 409: ...f neces sary remove the wax using the Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water To prevent scratches or damage never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when clea...

Page 410: ...cles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 before cleaning the windshield and or the wiper blades Otherwise the wiper motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury...

Page 411: ...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 for...

Page 412: ...iscoloration will be prevented Never apply strong force and only use a soft non scratching cloth when cleaning the surface Do not attempt to wipe the surface with a dry cloth or sponge Otherwise you m...

Page 413: ...edes Benz approved Leather Care Wood trims Dampen cloth using water and use damp cloth to clean wood trims in your vehicle To avoid damage to leather upholstery Wipe with light pressure only Do not cl...

Page 414: ...I find Unlocking locking in an emergency Resetting activated head restraints Replacing SmartKey batteries Replacing bulbs Replacing wiper blades Flat tire Bleeding the fuel system diesel engine only B...

Page 415: ...e 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 dur...

Page 416: ...arefully stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake page 65 Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Do not add brake fluid This will n...

Page 417: ...al function indicator lamp and the yellow ESP warning lamp come on and an acoustic warn ing sounds The Electronic Brake Propor tioning EBP has switched off due to a malfunction The ABS the BAS and the...

Page 418: ...ine to 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 sta...

Page 419: ...cked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Vehicles with diesel engine only Your fuel tank is empty After refueling start turn off and restart the engine three or four times in succession...

Page 420: ...g with 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 yello...

Page 421: ...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 422: ...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 423: ...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 424: ...efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehi cle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driv er s responsibil...

Page 425: ...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 426: ...nger 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 427: ...e 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 f...

Page 428: ...reset button page 154 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 429: ...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 430: ...nz Light Truck Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident ABS ESP Unavailable See Operator s Manual The ABS and the ESP have been switched off be...

Page 431: ...ve The cruise control is malfunctioning Have cruise control checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Cruise Control MPH You have attempted to set a speed while driving below 20 mph 30...

Page 432: ...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 190 The vehicle is secured with the parking brake...

Page 433: ...unctionality is impaired by external interferences e g high frequency sources such as toll stations speed measuring systems etc Leave the area of the external interference Activate Distronic again pag...

Page 434: ...heavy precipitation or fog Clean the Distronic cover in the radiator grille page 407 Restart the vehicle Distronic becomes operational again with out the engine being restarted when dirt on the radia...

Page 435: ...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 T...

Page 436: ...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 437: ...function display does not disappear Have the generator alternator and the battery checked Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible If the yellow ES...

Page 438: ...ssion into position P using the gear selec tor lever although the vehicle was still in motion Stop the vehicle SRS Restraint Sys Malfunction Service Required The system is malfunctioning Drive with ad...

Page 439: ...ge 65 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 440: ...nction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display I...

Page 441: ...ossible and check the front passenger seat for the following Apply the parking brake page 65 Switch off the ignition page 39 Have the front passenger vacate the seat and exit the vehicle Adjust the se...

Page 442: ...nction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display I...

Page 443: ...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 444: ...S One or more sensors are defect e g battery is empty The respective tire is indicated by instead of the tire inflation pressure in the multifunction display Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an autho...

Page 445: ...al energy and may be operating with restricted capability Considerably greater brake pedal force is required and the stopping distance is increased Stop the vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it...

Page 446: ...e location or as soon as it is safe to do so Apply the parking brake page 65 Do not continue to drive Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center 2 Brake Wear The brake pads have reached th...

Page 447: ...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 448: ...ck Center Do not add brake fluid 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 449: ...n as it is safe to do so Turn off the engine Apply the parking brake page 65 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 450: ...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 can cause ser...

Page 451: ...ruck 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...

Page 452: ...tion where the engine oil should be topped to the required level with an approved engine oil For information on approved engine oils refer to the Factory Approved Service Products pamphlet USA only or...

Page 453: ...The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky Check the fuel cap page 352 If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap If it is closed properly Have the fuel system check...

Page 454: ...vehicle cannot 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 KEY...

Page 455: ...authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as possible Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle The SmartKey or SmartKey with KEYLESS GO in the starter switch does not belong to the vehicle Find the Sm...

Page 456: ...Truck Center as soon as possible AUTO Light Inoperative The light sensor is malfunction ing The headlamps switch on automatically Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center as soon as pos...

Page 457: ...lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 480 Front Foglamp Right The right front fog lamp is malfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 480 High Beam Left The lef...

Page 458: ...alfunctioning Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 480 Low Beam Left The left low beam lamp is malfunctioning Halogen headlamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 480 Bi Xenon headlamp Cont...

Page 459: ...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 480 Parking Lamp Front Right The front right parking lamp...

Page 460: ...removed the SmartKey with KEYLESS GO from the vehicle and left the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp on Turn the exterior lamp switch to M page 143 Tail Lamp Left The left tail lamp is malfunction i...

Page 461: ...sed Replace the bulb as soon as possible page 480 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 462: ...e One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning Have the Tele Aid system checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Tele Aid Battery The emergency power battery f...

Page 463: ...alt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers If necessary change the wheel page 492 Caution Tire Defect One or more tires are deflating Vehicles with Advanced TPMS The respective tire is indicat...

Page 464: ...492 Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value Vehicles with Advanced TPMS The respective tire is indicated in the multifunction display Carefully bring the...

Page 465: ...message disappears from the multifunction display You may then drive off STOP Car Too Low You have driven off while the vehicle level was too low The AIRMATIC should have raised the vehicle to the se...

Page 466: ...s inoperative Avoid large steering angles Otherwise a fender or tire could be damaged Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center...

Page 467: ...ed down Malfunction The AIRMATIC is malfunctioning Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h depending on the set vehicle level Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center...

Page 468: ...it includes Towing eye bolt Wheel wrench Alignment bolt Vehicle jack Fuse chart Collapsible wheel chock Wheel bolts for spare wheel if applicable see Mounting the spare wheel page 498 1 Cargo compartm...

Page 469: ...aised 5 Upper cargo compartment lip Engage securing hook 3 on upper cargo compartment lip 5 You can now access the vehicle tool kit With the cargo compartment cover blind installed behind the third ro...

Page 470: ...loosen hook and loop fastener 5 To remove the vehicle tool kit storage well casing proceed as described on page 472 Vehicle jack The vehicle jack is located underneath the storage compartment floor R...

Page 471: ...jack should be fully collapsed The handle must be folded in storage position Scissors type vehicle jack Storage position Take the reversible ratchet out of the vehicle tool kit Operational position 1...

Page 472: ...vehicle page 493 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 473: ...tool kit storing well casing 3 by approximately 180 The electric air pump page 469 points towards the rear Remove vehicle tool kit storage well casing 3 Remove spare wheel 2 Reinstalling the spare whe...

Page 474: ...Turn vehicle tool kit storing well casing 3 page 472 by approxi mately 180 The electric air pump page 469 points in direction of travel Fasten retaining screw 1 page 472 by turning it clockwise Inser...

Page 475: ...the housing Unlocking the driver s door Insert mechanical key 2 into the driver s door lock until it stops Turn mechanical key 2 counterclock wise to position 1 and hold it there Pull the door handle...

Page 476: ...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 477: ...object such as a coin into the slot of lock 1 Turn lock 1 counterclockwise by 90 in direction of arrow Remove cover 2 3 Fuel filler flap release Pull red fuel filler flap release 3 in direction of ar...

Page 478: ...n of arrow 2 as far as it will go Firmly press the top of the active head restraint cushion towards the head restraint cover in direction of arrow 3 until it engages Warning G For safety reasons have...

Page 479: ...ng Guide reset tool 1 into rectangular opening 3 of active head restraint 2 Press reset tool 1 downward in direction of arrow until you hear the head restraint release mechanism audibly disengage Pull...

Page 480: ...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 481: ...regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced Contact an autho rized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center for headlamp adjustment i If the headlamps or front fog lamps are fogged up on the inside a...

Page 482: ...lamps High beam high beam flasher spot lamp H7 55 W 6 Side marker lamp WY 5 W 7 Front fog lamp H7 55 W Corner illuminating front fog lamp H7 55 W 1 Vehicles with Bi Xenon headlamps Do not replace the...

Page 483: ...iew mirrors the high mounted brake 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 lam...

Page 484: ...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 485: ...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 486: ...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 until it engages Front f...

Page 487: ...socket 5 Insert the new front fog lamp bulb into bulb socket 5 Insert bulb socket 5 into the housing Turn bulb socket 5 clockwise until it engages Insert front fog lamp 1 back into bumper Fasten retai...

Page 488: ...lamp bulbs is a technically highly demanding process we recommend you have the side marker lamp bulbs replaced by an authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before y...

Page 489: ...ending on which bulb needs to be replaced turn the respective bulb socket 1 4 counterclockwise Pull the bulb socket out of the housing Similarly turn the bulb counterclock wise carefully and pull the...

Page 490: ...erwise the motor could suddenly turn on and cause injury Warning G Wiper blades are components that are subject to wear and tear Replace the wiper blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall...

Page 491: ...lding the wiper arm back Rear wiper blade Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 page 41 Make sure the wiper bl...

Page 492: ...ade 2 Installing 1 Wiper arm 2 Wiper blade Insert wiper blade 2 into wiper arm 1 Hold wiper arm 1 and engage wiper blade 2 by pushing it in direction of arrow until it locks into place Check whether t...

Page 493: ...s puts the starter switch in position 0 same as with the SmartKey re moved from the starter switch The driver s door then can be closed again Remove the KEYLESS GO start stop button from the starter s...

Page 494: ...er outlets are automatically switched off This ensures that enough power remains to start the engine Warning G When jacking up the vehicle only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mer...

Page 495: ...e with jack Do not disengage parking brake while the vehi cle is raised Make sure that the ground on which the vehicle is standing and where you place the jack is solid level and not slippery If neces...

Page 496: ...ite to the side on which the wheel is to be changed Changing wheel on a slight incline Always try lifting the vehicle using the jack on a level surface However should circumstances require you to do s...

Page 497: ...ach reversible ratchet 4 to vehicle jack in such a way that the word UP can be seen Place jack 3 on firm ground Position jack 3 under take up bracket 2 so that it is always vertical plumb line as seen...

Page 498: ...own until jack 3 is fully seated in take up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets the ground Continue to turn crank ratchet 4 until the wheel is a maximum of 1 2 in 3 cm from the ground Removing th...

Page 499: ...cally damage the vehicle s brakes To avoid paint damage place wheel flat against hub and hold it there while installing first wheel bolt Warning G Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted...

Page 500: ...rtKey in the starter switch to position 1 Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once without depressing the brake pedal Press I on electric air pump switch 2 The electric air...

Page 501: ...per caution to avoid burning yourself when using the equipment Do not operate the electric air pump longer than 8 minutes without interruption Otherwise it may overheat You may operate the electric ai...

Page 502: ...k and all other vehicle tool kit items back into the storage well Warning G Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly mounted Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump p...

Page 503: ...age 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 start Wait for approximate...

Page 504: ...disposed 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...

Page 505: ...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 506: ...e 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 undert...

Page 507: ...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 508: ...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 509: ...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 510: ...Vent plug Carry out step 11 page 509 to reconnect the battery Carry out steps 7 through 1 in reverse order to completely reinstall the bat tery page 508 to page 505 Step 11 Reconnecting If the batter...

Page 511: ...ery power e g due to disconnection Set the clock page 176 Vehicles with COMAND system with naviga tion module Time and date are set auto matically Synchronize the door windows page 244 Synchronize the...

Page 512: ...injury 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 clo...

Page 513: ...terminals 2 and 4 with the jumper cable Clamp cable to charged battery 4 first Start engine of the vehicle with the charged battery and run at idle speed Connect negative terminals 1 and 5 of the batt...

Page 514: ...ot tow with sling type equipment Towing with sling type equipment over bumpy roads will damage radiator and supports To prevent damage during transport do not tie down vehicle by its chassis or suspen...

Page 515: ...g systems In this case it is important to keep in mind that a considerably higher degree of effort is necessary to brake and steer the vehicle Adapt your driving accordingly When towing the vehicle wi...

Page 516: ...hicle or you are being towed the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on the right hand side of each bumper Example illustration R 550 4MATIC 1 Towing eye...

Page 517: ...cle tool kit page 469 Screw towing eye bolt in to its stop and tighten with wheel wrench Removing towing eye bolt Loosen towing eye bolt counterclock wise with wheel wrench Unscrew towing eye bolt Sto...

Page 518: ...greatest of care espe cially if the vehicle is heavily loaded Avoid pulling the vehicle abruptly or diago nally since it could result in damage to the chassis alignment Never try to free a vehicle tha...

Page 519: ...e multifunction display should be on P Turn off all electrical consumers Turn off the engine page 66 Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Open the driver s door this pu...

Page 520: ...ng or re placing fuses page 358 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 119 Lift t...

Page 521: ...ntil it engages Emergency engine shut down If the engine cannot be turned off as de scribed in the Getting started section page 66 do the following Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit page 4...

Page 522: ...521 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 523: ...rvice 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 manu...

Page 524: ...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 525: ...econd seat row page 525 on the lower edge of the windshield page 525 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN...

Page 526: ...rpet 6 in direction of arrow You may have to cut the perforated carpet using a sharp object e g a knife 7 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust...

Page 527: ...lt tensioner 4 Power steering pump 5 Air conditioning compressor 6 Crankshaft 7 Idler pulley 8 Generator alternator R 350 R 350 4MATIC R 550 4MATIC 1 Idler pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Automatic belt tensi...

Page 528: ...No of cylinders 6 6 Bore 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 17 7 1 10 7 1 Out...

Page 529: ...operation 4 stroke engine gasoline injection No of cylinders 8 Bore 3 86 in 98 00 mm Stroke 3 56 in 90 50 mm Total piston displacement 333 cu in 5461 cm3 Compression ratio 10 7 1 Output acc to SAE J...

Page 530: ...at any authorized Mercedes Benz Light Truck Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar page 366 Some vehicles may have supplemental tire in...

Page 531: ...port Package R 550 4MATIC2 R 550 4MATIC Sport Package 2 Rims light alloy 8 J x 18 H2 8 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 2 64 in 67 mm 2 64 in 67 mm All season tires3 255 55 R18 105H M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra...

Page 532: ...0 CDI 4MATIC R 350 1 R 350 4MATIC R 550 4MATIC 2 AMG rims light alloy 8 5 J x 19 H2 8 5 J x 20 H2 Wheel offset 2 52 in 64 mm 2 36 in 60 mm All season tires1 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S Summer ti...

Page 533: ...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 yellow label on the spare...

Page 534: ...tor 14 V 150 A 14 V 180 A Starter motor 12 V 1 4 kW 12 V 1 7 kW Battery 12 V 70 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Bosch Y7MPP33 NGK PLKR7A Electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm 0 031 in 0 8 mm Tightening torque 15 19...

Page 535: ...5 7 in 1922 mm 75 7 in 1922 mm Overall vehicle height3 3 Data apply to unladen vehicles with standard equipment Data may vary in vehicles equipped with AIRMATIC depending on the selected damping setti...

Page 536: ...535 Technical data Weights Weights Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg...

Page 537: ...ironment Keep service fluids out of the reach of chil dren For health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is swallow...

Page 538: ...ing grease Brake system MB Brake Fluid DOT 4 Cooling system R 320 CDI 4MATIC 10 0 US qt 9 5 l MB Anticorrosion Antifreeze R 3501 R 350 4MATIC 1 USA only 10 0 US qt 9 5 l R 550 4MATIC2 2 Canada only 12...

Page 539: ...e MB SummerFit and water for temperatures above freezing point or MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and commercially available premixed windshield washer solvent antifreeze for temperature...

Page 540: ...cause serious personal 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 or cloth...

Page 541: ...boiling range vapor pressure etc Diesel engine Only use commercially available vehicular ULTRA LOW SULFUR HIGHWAY DIESEL FUEL 15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM To prevent malfunctions diesel fuel with improved co...

Page 542: ...ction by increasing the boiling point The cooling system was filled at the factory with a coolant providing freeze protection to approximately 35 F 37 C and corrosion protection If the antifreeze mixt...

Page 543: ...solution must be at least 50 anticorrosion antifreeze equivalent to freeze protection to approximately 35 F 37 C If you use a solution that is more than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freeze protection t...

Page 544: ...ngly recommended for use in your vehicle MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze agent Before the start of the winter season or once a year in hot southern regions you should have the anticorrosion antifree...

Page 545: ...ent temperatures 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 wa...

Page 546: ...lation mode 216 231 Air vents Front 208 214 222 228 Air vents Rear 220 236 239 240 Air volume 214 229 AIRMATIC 276 Messages in the multifunction display 464 465 Alarm system see Anti theft systems Ali...

Page 547: ...ode 202 Gear ranges 199 Gear selector lever 53 190 Gear shifting malfunctions 202 Hill start assist system 198 Kickdown 197 Program mode selector switch 200 Shifting procedure 193 Starting the engine...

Page 548: ...partment Tie down rings 290 Cargo compartment cover blind 299 Cargo net 301 Cargo tie down rings 290 Carpets Cleaning 411 Catalytic converter gasoline engine 349 CD changer 167 304 CD player 167 Cente...

Page 549: ...eering wheel 158 Resetting to factory default 171 Control system menus 160 AIRMATIC Compass 168 AUDIO 165 Distance warning function 185 Distronic Canada only 168 NAV 167 Settings 170 Standard display...

Page 550: ...play 157 Outside temperature 155 157 165 Selecting 175 Showing malfunctions 169 Symbol messages 444 Text messages 429 Vehicle status message memory 169 Vehicle system settings Control system 161 163 1...

Page 551: ...Proportioning see EBP Electronic Stability Program see ESP Electronic Traction System see ETS 4 ETS Emergency calls Tele Aid 323 Emergency In case of Battery Jump starting 511 First aid kit 467 Flat t...

Page 552: ...g the vehicle 501 Mounting the spare wheel 498 Preparing the vehicle 493 Spare wheel 471 498 532 Floormats 335 Fluids Automatic transmission fluid 360 536 Brake fluid 355 536 539 Capacities 536 Engine...

Page 553: ...ngine compartment 519 Fuse box Passenger compartment 520 Fuse chart 467 518 Fuse extractor 467 518 Replacing 518 Spare fuses 467 518 G Garage door opener 329 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR 394 Gear range Auto...

Page 554: ...wheel 318 High beam flasher 58 148 High beam headlamps Indicator lamp 29 Messages in the multifunction display 456 Replacing 480 Switching on 58 147 High mounted brake lamp 481 Hinged quarter windows...

Page 555: ...124 Factory settings 112 Locking unlocking 38 67 110 Locking unlocking Global setting 112 Loss of 118 Messages in the multifunction display 453 454 Opening the power windows Summer opening feature 244...

Page 556: ...e multi function display 455 Messages in the multifunction display 455 460 Rear 481 Lamps Indicator and warning ABS 27 414 415 Brakes 27 415 Center console 31 425 CHECK ENGINE 29 417 418 Distance warn...

Page 557: ...tor message 401 Maintenance System 400 Resetting service indicator 402 Service indicator message 400 Service term exceeded 401 Manual headlamp mode see Headlamps Maximum cooling MAXCOOL see Auto matic...

Page 558: ...wheel 30 158 Button operation 158 N Navigation system 167 See separate COMAND system operating instructions Net Cargo 301 Net Parcel 307 Neutral gear position Automatic transmission 190 194 New vehicl...

Page 559: ...isplay 446 Releasing 56 Parking lamps 481 Messages in the multifunction display 458 Replacing bulbs 480 Parktronic Parking assist 281 Cleaning system sensors 408 Minimum distance 283 Range 282 Sensor...

Page 560: ...ecting station satellite 166 Radio transmitters 348 Range distance to empty 187 Reading lamp 151 152 Rear automatic climate control 236 Rear center console 315 Rear climate control 220 Rear door windo...

Page 561: ...5 Restraint system See Children in the vehicle See SRS See Infant and child restraint systems Reverse gear position Automatic transmission 190 194 Rims 395 529 Roadside Assistance 12 Roadside Assistan...

Page 562: ...y SmartKey with KEYLESS GO 116 Individual Vehicle 170 Instrument cluster 174 Language multifunction display 175 Lighting 177 Memory function 141 Resetting all Control system 171 Selective SmartKey 112...

Page 563: ...s 34 Front center console 305 Glove box 304 Parcel nets 307 Second row seats In front of 307 Third row 307 Storing tires 365 Stranded vehicle 517 Submenus see Control system submenus Sun visors 205 Su...

Page 564: ...dle 321 Dialing a number from the phone book 188 Ending a call 188 Hands free microphone 33 Inserting in cradle 320 Installing a different mobile phone cradle 321 Messages in the multifunction display...

Page 565: ...ding the vehicle 366 Low tire pressure telltale 422 Ply composition and material used 396 Retreads 363 Rims and tires 529 Rotating 396 Run Flat Indicator Canada only 374 Service life 364 Sizes 529 Sno...

Page 566: ...Locking unlocking 38 67 110 Locking unlocking in an emergency 474 Modifications and alterations Operation safety 16 Proper use of 16 Towing 513 Washing 405 Weights 535 Vehicle care 403 Vehicle Identi...

Page 567: ...els Sizes 529 Wheels Tires and 363 Window curtain air bags 76 Windows see Power windows Windshield Cleaning 409 Defogging 216 230 Infrared reflecting 336 Washer fluid 544 Windshield washer fluid 362 M...

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Page 569: ...w 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 Reprinting...

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