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Operator’s Manual

Summary of Contents for 2009 CL 550 4MATIC

Page 2: ...g notices draw your attention to hazards that may endanger your health or life or the health or life of others Highlights hazards that may result in damage to your vehicle i Helpful hints or further i...

Page 3: ...asure and also the safety of you and your passengers we ask you to make a small investment of time RPlease read this manual carefully then return it to your vehicle where it will be handy for your ref...

Page 4: ...2 Index 3 Introduction 19 At a glance 25 Safety and security 41 Control systems 77 Controls in detail 289 Operation 419 Practical hints 471 Technical data 563 Contents...

Page 5: ...nitoring System Advanced TPMS 438 Messages in the multifunction display 488 524 Air bags 43 Children 43 Emergency call upon deployment 406 Front driver and passenger 46 Front passenger front air bag o...

Page 6: ...positions 338 AUX Audio 207 Socket 206 Video 207 Axle oils 578 B Backrest see Seats Backup lamps Messages in the multifunction display 522 Replacing bulbs 543 Bar air pressure unit 449 BAS Brake Assis...

Page 7: ...387 Front defroster 391 Maximum cooling MAX COOL 391 Residual engine heat REST 392 Temperature 388 Cockpit 28 Cold tire inflation pressure 449 Collapsible wheel chock 472 COMAND Address book 170 Audio...

Page 8: ...r 355 Messages in the multifunction display 482 Resume function 359 Sensor cover 465 Speed settings 358 Stopping 357 Warning and indicator lamps 352 DISTRONIC Plus lever 355 Door control panel 39 Door...

Page 9: ...cle 539 Remote door unlock 411 Trunk lid emergency release 299 Trunk lid unlocking 540 Emergency Tensioning Device see ETD Emission control 459 Information label 566 System warranties 20 Engine Brake...

Page 10: ...onsumption statistics 235 Fuel filler flap and cap 421 Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 535 Premium unleaded gasoline 421 578 580 Refueling 421 Requirements 581 Fuel filler flap 421 Fuel gauge 346 Fuels...

Page 11: ...ltifunction display 508 Horn 29 Hydroplaning 458 I Identification labels 565 Identification number vehicle VIN 565 Ignition 301 302 329 Immobilizer 75 Indicator lamps see Lamps indicator and warning I...

Page 12: ...tifunction display 519 Rear 543 Switching on off 316 Lamps indicator and warning ABS 31 528 Battery SmartKey 291 Distance warning lamp 352 534 Engine malfunction 536 ESP 31 533 Fog lamps 318 Front pas...

Page 13: ...Number see MON MP3 195 Multifunction display 233 Text messages 476 Vehicle status messages 475 Multifunction display messages ABC Active Body Control 505 ABS 491 499 Advanced Parking Guidance 485 Adva...

Page 14: ...54 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 49 538 Infant and child restraint systems 59 OCS 48 PRE SAFE 56 Seat belts 45 52 OCS Occupant Classification System 48 Self test 52 Odometer 235 Oi...

Page 15: ...ight 450 Program mode selector switch Automatic shift program 341 Manual shift program 343 Proximity key see Key SmartKey PSI air pressure unit 450 Push start see Tow start R RACETIMER 240 Radar senso...

Page 16: ...le Aid 405 Service see Maintenance Service parts 564 Service and warranty information 20 Service intervals see Maintenance System Service indicator Service life tires 430 Service menu 245 Settings Aut...

Page 17: ...ke fluid 578 580 Capacities fuels coolants lubricants etc 577 Coolant 578 582 Dimensions 575 Electrical system 574 Engine 567 Engine oil additives 580 Engine oils 577 579 Fuel requirements 581 Gasolin...

Page 18: ...rvice life 430 Sizes 569 Snow chains 453 Speed rating 443 451 Storing 431 Temperature 436 448 Terminology 449 Tire Identification Number 450 TPMS low tire pressure malfunction telltale 537 Traction 44...

Page 19: ...the tire 451 Vehicle Recovery services Stolen Tele Aid 412 Vehicle status message memory 245 Vehicle tool kit 472 Vehicle washing see Vehicle care Video 209 Voice Control Address book 264 CD DVD chan...

Page 20: ...ng 391 Infrared reflecting 417 Washer fluid 324 583 Wipers 323 Windshield wipers Rain sensor 323 Replacing wiper blades 545 Winter driving Snow chains 453 Tires 452 Winter driving instructions 453 Win...

Page 21: ...follow the instructions and warnings contained in this Operator s Manual Ignoring them could result in damage to the vehicle or personal injury to you or others Vehicle damage caused by failure to fo...

Page 22: ...er of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death...

Page 23: ...Mercedes please leave all literature with the vehicle to make it available to the next operator If you bought this vehicle used be sure to send in the Notice of Purchase of Used Car found in the Serv...

Page 24: ...vibration or ride disturbance or you suspect that damage to your vehicle has occurred you should turn on your hazard warning flashers carefully slow down and drive with caution to an area which is a s...

Page 25: ...itle 49 Code of U S Federal Regulations Part 575 pursuant to the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 Reporting safety defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which coul...

Page 26: ...collision and to continuously improve vehicle safety Daimler may access the information and share it with others Rfor safety research or vehicle diagnosis purposes Rwith the consent of the vehicle own...

Page 27: ...25 Exterior view 26 Cockpit 28 Instrument cluster 30 Storage compartments 32 Control systems 34 Center console 37 Overhead control panel 38 Driver s door control panel 39 At a glance...

Page 28: ...Exterior view 26 Exterior view At a glance...

Page 29: ...93 4 Fuel filler flap 421 Fuel requirements 581 5 Doors Locking and unlocking 290 Opening 294 Function Page Locking and unlocking manually 539 541 6 Exterior rear view mirrors 311 Parking position 313...

Page 30: ...Cockpit 28 Cockpit At a glance...

Page 31: ...witch 70 Parktronic Park Assist deactivation switch 368 372 Swivel COMAND display 81 COMAND display illumination 80 Instrument cluster display illumination 345 9 COMAND display 345 a Overhead control...

Page 32: ...Instrument cluster 30 Instrument cluster At a glance...

Page 33: ...28 Seat belt telltale 531 H Combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale USA only 537 H Low tire pressure telltale Canada only 537 L Left turn signal indicator lamp K Right turn signal indi...

Page 34: ...Storage compartments 32 Storage compartments At a glance...

Page 35: ...rear seats 399 Function Page 7 Rear storage box 399 8 Side storage pocket in trunk Retainer for Operator s Manual pouch 9 Storage spaces under trunk floor 400 a Side storage pocket in trunk b Door po...

Page 36: ...Control systems 34 Control systems At a glance...

Page 37: ...hold button or within Audio to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Telephone menu to start the quick search in the phone book to confirm selection or messages 3 Multif...

Page 38: ...tic transmission shift program 340 AIRMATIC suspension tuning 363 ABC suspension tuning 364 f Shortcut button for CD DVD 202 Radio 185 g Back button 86 h Hazard warning flasher switch 320 j Seat menu...

Page 39: ...ide 390 6 Front defroster 391 7 Air recirculation 392 8 Climate control on off 387 9 Residual engine heat and ventilation REST 392 a Rear window defroster 393 b Manual fan speed adjustment passenger s...

Page 40: ...n off 321 4 Front interior lighting on off 321 5 Power tilt sliding sunroof switch 394 6 Tele Aid emergency call system button 405 7 Interior lighting control 321 8 Right reading lamp on off 321 9 Rea...

Page 41: ...ction for storing seat exterior mirror and steering wheel settings 314 Selector button for front passenger seat 304 5 Seat heating 309 Seat ventilation 309 6 Exterior rear view mirror adjustment 311 P...

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Page 43: ...41 Vehicle equipment 42 Occupant safety 42 Panic alarm 64 Driving safety systems 65 Anti theft systems 75 Safety and security...

Page 44: ...AFE RAir bag system components with Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System OCS Although the systems are independent their protective...

Page 45: ...ring the SRS inoperative or causing unintended air bag deployment Work on the SRS must therefore only be performed by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If it is necessar...

Page 46: ...m Placing hands and arms inside the rim can increase the risk and potential severity of hand arm injury when the driver front air bag inflates RAdjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearw...

Page 47: ...ction In case of other types of impacts and impacts below air bag deployment thresholds air bags will not deploy The driver and passengers will then be protected to the extent possible by a properly f...

Page 48: ...m RNever place your feet on the instrument panel dashboard or on the seat Always keep both feet on the floor in front of the seat RIn addition improper repair work on the SRS creates a risk of renderi...

Page 49: ...ted by the fastened seat belts The front air bags will not deploy in the event of a rollover unless the vehicle s rate of longitudinal deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment thresh...

Page 50: ...ndow curtain air bag When deployed window curtain air bags 1 are designed to provide increased protection for the head but not the chest or arms of the occupants on the side of the vehicle on which th...

Page 51: ...p to or less than the weight of a typical 12 month old child in a standard child restraint the 59 indicator lamp will illuminate when the engine is started and remain illuminated indicating that the f...

Page 52: ...propriately sized infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child Children can be killed or seriously injured by an inflating air bag Note the follo...

Page 53: ...ed in a standard child restraint both instances where the system suppresses deployment of the front passenger front air bag even though the impact met the criteria and was of sufficient severity to de...

Page 54: ...on the front passenger seat For more information see the Practical hints section Y page 538 G Warning Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effective...

Page 55: ...stress in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must also be checked Only use seat belts which have been approved by Mercedes Benz Do not make any modifications to the seat belts Thi...

Page 56: ...t belt to distribute impact forces The twisted seat belt against your body could cause injuries RPregnant women should also always use a lap shoulder belt The lap belt portion should be positioned as...

Page 57: ...door or in the seat mechanism This can damage the seat belt and impair its effectiveness and or cause damage to the door and or door trim panel Such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited...

Page 58: ...y see indicator lamp Y page 43 The ETDs for the front seats will only activate if the front seat belts are fastened latch plate properly inserted into buckle The ETDs for the rear seats will activate...

Page 59: ...dynamic multicontour front seats RIf the vehicle is in a critical dynamic driving situation the front side windows and the tilt sliding sunroof also closes until only a small gap remains If the closi...

Page 60: ...es see page 303 X Position seat 3 Y page 304 and head restraint properly Y page 306 Observe the following points RAlways be in a properly seated position RThe position should be as far rearward from t...

Page 61: ...th vehicle equipment that can be operated even if the SmartKey is removed from the starter switch or removed from the vehicle such as seat adjustment steering wheel adjustment or the memory function I...

Page 62: ...ndards 213 and 210 2 A statement by the child restraint manufacturer of compliance with these standards can be found on the instruction label on the restraint and in the instruction manual provided wi...

Page 63: ...repaired A child in a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat will be seriously injured or even killed if the front passenger front air bag inflates RIf you have to place a child in a...

Page 64: ...uch that top tether strap 4 can pass freely between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest X Make sure top tether strap 4 is not twisted X Securely fasten hook 3 which is part of top tether s...

Page 65: ...ll child seat according to the manufacturer s instructions The LATCH type anchors are covered with upholstery blends 1 Indicates the position of the anchors 2 Anchors 3 Upholstery blend 4 Installation...

Page 66: ...nterference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modification to this device could void the user s authori...

Page 67: ...er can prevent accidents The capabilities of a vehicle equipped with the driving safety systems described in this section must never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous manner which could jeopardi...

Page 68: ...stem BAS operates in emergency situations If you apply the brakes very quickly the BAS automatically provides full brake boost thereby potentially reducing the braking distance X Apply continuous full...

Page 69: ...aking situation BAS Plus automatically regulates the brake power boost to a level that is suitable for the traffic situation If BAS Plus requires a particularly high brake power boost PRE SAFE is acti...

Page 70: ...le you are braking hard at a speed of more than 30 mph 50 km h or when you are braking with the aid of BAS or BAS Plus This helps to alert drivers behind you If you bring the car to a complete stop by...

Page 71: ...the vehicle to skid The ESP cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed Vehicles with 4MATIC Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are neces...

Page 72: ...t be switched off during normal driving other than in the circumstances described below Disabling the system will reduce vehicle stability in driving maneuvers Do not switch off the ESP when a spare w...

Page 73: ...ng Rno restriction to engine torque Rloss of system supported traction control ESP OFF is designed for driving on closed tracks when the vehicle s natural oversteer and understeer characteristics are...

Page 74: ...to assist the driver during vehicle operation The responsibility for the vehicle speed and the distance to the vehicle ahead including most importantly brake operation to assure safe stopping distanc...

Page 75: ...ed an object Detection can be impeded by Rdirty or covered sensors Rsnowfall or heavy rain Rdisturbance from other radar sources Rstrong radar reflection such as in parking garages PRE SAFE uses radar...

Page 76: ...interceded with your own braking inputs to avoid a potentially dangerous situation Do not wait for the operation of the warning signal to intercede with your own braking as that will result in potent...

Page 77: ...event that the engine cannot be started yet the vehicle s battery is charged the system is not operational Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call 1 800 FOR MERCedes in the USA or 1 800 387...

Page 78: ...the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO The turn signal lamps flash once to indicate that the alarm system is disarmed i The vehicle will lock and the alarm system will rearm automatically again after approx...

Page 79: ...5 COMAND navigation system last destinations 150 COMAND telephone 151 COMAND FM AM radio 184 COMAND satellite radio 189 COMAND audio CD audio DVD MP3 195 COMAND AUX 206 COMAND video DVD 209 COMAND veh...

Page 80: ...rk on electronic components carried out by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning In order to avoid distraction which could lead to an accident the driver should enter system settings while the...

Page 81: ...ce During a telephone call you cannot switch off COMAND COMAND components In your vehicle COMAND can be used to operate Raudio functions Rthe navigation system Rthe telephone and communication functio...

Page 82: ...ve i The layout of the menus may vary depending on your vehicle s equipment This manual shows the menus for a fully equipped vehicle Instrument cluster multifunction display This section describes fea...

Page 83: ...ct accept connect and end calls Y page 151 RSelect preset radio stations and enter the frequency manually Y page 187 RSelect preset satellite radio stations and enter the channel number Y page 193 RSe...

Page 84: ...riefly RConfirming the selection of a menu item or list entry RExiting full screen image with Navi X Press and hold until the selected action has been carried out RSaving a station RAccepting a destin...

Page 85: ...ND Menu overview The table below shows the structure of the main functions and their main menus Each main function has a main menu Each menu item in the main menu in turn has several submenu items Com...

Page 86: ...Interior Ambient Light Y page 220 Commands menus RRear Window Sunshade Y page 221 RTrunk Opening height Restriction Y page 222 Calling up the main menu Example illustration Audio main menu You can cal...

Page 87: ...try as soon as it can be clearly identified In this case you do not need to switch to the list Deleting individual characters X Select and press repeatedly in the bottom line Deleting entire words or...

Page 88: ...X Switching to the main menu Press and hold back button L You will hear a signal and COMAND switches to the main menu of the currently active operating mode Example of how to use COMAND In the descri...

Page 89: ...in menu appears X Selecting FM AM Radio Slide qm or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n The FM AM Radio menu appears X Selecting Radio Slide mr and rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n The...

Page 90: ...tton F during an announcement X Switching off navigation messages Press and hold F during an announcement until the announcement is switched off You will see the message The driving instructions have...

Page 91: ...lected 2 Current setting X Changing setting Slide qmr or rotate ymz until desired treble or bass setting is reached X Exiting menu Press n L or slide omp The setting is saved Adjusting balance or fade...

Page 92: ...channel stereo sound material into multi channel surround sound With the help of LOGIC7 surround information stored during the original recording are read out and distributed through the 13 channels...

Page 93: ...n temporary sound distortion RWith some stereo recordings the resulting sound may deviate from conventional stereo playback Switching off on the audio source i When you insert an audio CD or audio DVD...

Page 94: ...fic guidance RCalculation of estimated arrival time X Select Vehicle System Settings Time Time X Selecting hour or minute s Slide omp X Setting value Rotate ymz or slide qmr X Saving setting Press n i...

Page 95: ...Date X Selecting month day or year Slide omp X Setting value Rotate ymz or slide qmr X Saving setting Press n Setting the time date format X Select Vehicle System Settings Time Format The format list...

Page 96: ...saved automatically Canceling during the first or second part of individualization X Select Cancel A prompt appears asking whether you really do want to cancel X Select Yes or No If you select Yes ind...

Page 97: ...X Select Vehicle System Settings Reset A prompt appears asking whether you really want to reset X Select Yes or No If you select Yes another prompt will appear asking whether you really want to reset...

Page 98: ...cedes Benz Center Updating the map software You can update the map software yourself using a DVD Notes about handling DVDs ROnly hold discs by the edge RHandle discs carefully to prevent read problems...

Page 99: ...the following when the vehicle is stationary RInserting a disc REjecting a disc There is a risk of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD DVD while the vehicle...

Page 100: ...lect Yes the map data is updated Map data is already installed You will see a message that the map data is already installed and a prompt will appear asking you whether you want to continue with the u...

Page 101: ...essage that the update is not possible X Confirming message Press n COMAND ejects the DVD X Take DVD out of slot X Load a DVD which is compatible with the vehicle s navigation system Map software is n...

Page 102: ...during vehicle positioning RNavigation announcements route guidance displays and displayed street names are not consistent with the actual location of the vehicle RCOMAND does not generate navigation...

Page 103: ...de are identical to those set in the instrument cluster Y page 247 Input restrictions The input restrictions are imposed starting at a particular vehicle speed The restrictions are canceled as soon as...

Page 104: ...map on the destination position Repeating the current navigation announcement Selecting Ra destination Rstopover Rsave destination Rcancel route guidance Calling up the map display and switching to na...

Page 105: ...p scale with the menu system hidden full screen map display X Rotate ymz until the desired map scale is set 1 Currently set map scale as number 2 Scale 3 Currently set map scale as a needle on the sca...

Page 106: ...list Y page 151 Hiding the cross hair X Press back button L in the center console Y page 86 The cross hair disappears and the map is centered on the vehicle position or X Set the map to the vehicle o...

Page 107: ...ending on the map scale on the map POI symbols may not be visible on the map although their display is activated In addition POI symbols may be covered by the map s labels The following settings are p...

Page 108: ...tion for displays 1 2 and 3 to be shown Height display 1 is an approximation because the navigation system uses the GPS signals for the calculation Display options with geocoordinate display switched...

Page 109: ...r off A checkmark indicates that the mode is switched on It is possible to switch on more than one mode X Exiting menu Slide omp or press back button L in the center console Y page 86 COMAND will veri...

Page 110: ...can enter either a house number or an intersection A zip code entry replaces the city entry Calling up the address input menu X Select Navi Destination Address Entry The address input menu appears It...

Page 111: ...ND automatically supplements characters 2 entered by the user with other likely input characters 3 X Selecting characters Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming character selection Press n X Deleting in...

Page 112: ...ng menu items are now available RMap Entering a destination from the map Y page 126 RState Prov Reenter state USA or province Canada RCity Entering a city Y page 112 RStreet Entering a street Y page 1...

Page 113: ...ctable numbers 8 List of zip codes i In the list of input characters 4 you can only select numbers which can be currently entered Which characters are included depends on the sequence in which you hav...

Page 114: ...and zip code i The street and if necessary the house number will then appear as soon as COMAND can attribute the zip code to an appropriate address Which of the following menu items are now available...

Page 115: ...aracters 6 Currently selectable character 7 List of cities 8 Currently selected character i In the list of input characters 4 you can only select currently selectable characters Which characters are i...

Page 116: ...ng selection Select Back and press n or X Press back button L in the center console Y page 86 X Confirming selection Press n Cities with symbol 1 mean that there is more than one in the selected state...

Page 117: ...hether or not the input characters appear depends on how many streets are available for the selected city Street list with input characters When this list appears the input characters 6 are automatica...

Page 118: ...n options X Selecting a street Slide qmr or rotate ymz or X Enter a street number with the telephone keypad using the R 9 buttons Y page 81 i Example Pressing button 2 jumps to the 2nd Avenue X Cancel...

Page 119: ...attribute to an address You can only enter those centers which are saved on the digital map Depending on the previous entry centers are available either for the city entered or the zip code area enter...

Page 120: ...he current entry or make another selection During character entry you can also manually switch to the list of centers without input characters at any time X Switching manually to the list of centers w...

Page 121: ...cted number X Selecting numbers Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming number selection Press n or X Entering a number with the telephone keypad using the R 9 buttons Y page 81 X Deleting individual num...

Page 122: ...the user 2 Numbers automatically added by the system 3 Top list entry based on the input data up to that point 4 Input characters 5 Currently non selectable numbers 6 Currently selected number 7 Curr...

Page 123: ...on L in the center console Y page 86 X Confirming selection Press n After the confirmation the address input menu appears again It shows the house number street city and state USA or province Canada W...

Page 124: ...s described below the top list entry 1 always shows the intersection which best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered up to that point At the same time COMAND automatically supplements...

Page 125: ...not available cannot be selected RMap Using the map to enter a destination Y page 126 i In this case using the map for destination entry is based on the city seen in the address input menu RPOI Enter...

Page 126: ...the digital map Y page 96 Entering a destination from the destination memory X Select Navi Destination From Memory The destination memory list appears either with or without the input characters Y pag...

Page 127: ...he entire entry is deleted X Canceling an entry Select Back in the bottom line and press n or X Press back button L in the center console Y page 86 As soon as COMAND can clearly attribute the characte...

Page 128: ...t menu or X Select Navi Destination Via Map You will see the map with a cross hair 1 Cross hair 2 Details of the cross hair position 3 Map scale i Display 2 may be the name of a road for example provi...

Page 129: ...le s route If there are no destinations available there COMAND searches for destinations in an area around the vehicle position If COMAND does not find any destinations you will see a message to this...

Page 130: ...er If a stopover has already been entered you can delete it X Select Navi Destination Stopover Delete Stopover COMAND deletes the stopover and calculates the route to the main destination COMAND navig...

Page 131: ...province Canada you will see a corresponding message Closing message Select OK You can again select a state province If there are POIs you will see the category list again X Proceed as described in th...

Page 132: ...lected as described below the top list entry 1 always shows the category which best corresponds to the input data as it has been entered up to that point At the same time COMAND automatically suppleme...

Page 133: ...TAURANT main category with available subcategories 4 1 Main category 2 To show all POIs for all subcategories under category 1 3 Symbol for available POIs 4 Subcategory X Selecting a subcategory Slide...

Page 134: ...Y page 86 X Starting route calculation Select Start see also Y page 123 Entering name of POI X Select Options Spell The POI list appears with input characters the input characters are automatically ac...

Page 135: ...ers Here you can confirm the current entry or make another selection You can also manually switch to the POI list without input characters at any time X Switching manually to the POI list without inpu...

Page 136: ...on whether POIs are available and which map scale is set The scale at which the symbols are displayed on the map varies according to the symbol You can set which symbols COMAND should display Y page...

Page 137: ...information Examples of displays and announcements for a driving maneuver Driving maneuvers have three phases RPreparation phase RAnnouncement phase RManeuver phase Preparation phase COMAND prepares y...

Page 138: ...of travel shown in both the left and right displays 8 Street on which you are currently driving if included on the digital map 9 Destination i The filled in section of distance graphic 3 gets shorter...

Page 139: ...the map 2 Destination flag Partially digitized areas i The digital map may contain areas that are only partially digitized although they are within a digitized region G Warning Due to incomplete digit...

Page 140: ...urn by turn guidance cannot be provided During route guidance the display is divided On the right hand side you will see the direction arrow showing the compass heading to the destination On the left...

Page 141: ...s heading to the destination guide you You will also see the Direction to destination display Route guidance from an off road location to a destination If there is no road available on map at current...

Page 142: ...nts are in English You will find how to set the system language on Y page 94 Navigation announcements are muted during telephone calls You can however call up a current announcement at any time You ca...

Page 143: ...le position the triangle indicates the vehicle s direction of travel 3 Information about the highlighted route section i Information 3 about the marked route section shows the street name and the leng...

Page 144: ...9 REstimated remaining travel time 8 Displaying route information X Select Route Route Info in map view with the menu system displayed Y page 103 The route information appears 1 Highlighted portion of...

Page 145: ...he COMAND display Events displayed are those within receivable range of the vehicle s location i Actual road and traffic conditions may be different from the received messages Real time traffic notifi...

Page 146: ...are present you will see a display to this effect List for inactive route guidance When route guidance is inactive the list displays all streets for which messages are present 1 Affected street list...

Page 147: ...e following 1 Traffic jam symbol 2 Stop and go traffic symbol 3 Warning message symbol 4 Blocked section symbol X Scroll through the contents or to the next message Turn ymz or slide qmr COMAND naviga...

Page 148: ...eld with input mark cursor 2 Input characters X Entering data Proceed as described in the Changing the data field operating step in the Creating a new address book entry section Y page 171 Assigning a...

Page 149: ...sking whether you want to delete the destination X Select Yes or No If you select Yes COMAND deletes the destination i If the navigable address data of the destination to be deleted has also been assi...

Page 150: ...t of input characters Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list entry My Address is highlighted X Press n Further operation depends on whether you want to enter the address manually or use an a...

Page 151: ...n the digital map you must now either Rselect a state USA or province Canada Ror enter a city Ror enter a street Ror enter a house number X Selecting a state USA or province Canada Select desired stat...

Page 152: ...input characters Rotate ymz or slide qm repeatedly until the list entry My Address is highlighted X Press n If your own address has already been assigned you will see the menu for starting route guida...

Page 153: ...destination The address of the destination appears X Select Delete X Select Yes or No COMAND telephone Safety notes G Warning Some jurisdictions prohibit the driver from using a cellular telephone wh...

Page 154: ...perate the equipment Calls disconnected while the vehicle is in motion A call may be disconnected if Rthere is insufficient network coverage Ryou move from one transmitter receiver area cell into anot...

Page 155: ...to wait a while in the following situations RIf the telephone has not yet logged into the network The telephone automatically tries to log into a network If no network is available you will also not b...

Page 156: ...t and end calls X Entering characters Select Telephone X Fold up cover 2 X Enter characters using the A buttons i You can enter the character by pressing once Pressing this button again within 1 5 sec...

Page 157: ...he digits have been entered you will see the question Do you want to dial the 911 emergency number X Use COMAND controller to select Yes The telephone makes the connection X Wait until the emergency c...

Page 158: ...ter the PUK PUK2 to unlock it The PUK and or PUK2 are provided by your telephone service provider X Enter PUK PUK2 digits into mobile phone Entering the unlock code Many mobile phones can be protected...

Page 159: ...ct Telephone or X Press s on the telephone keypad Y page 154 i If you press s when the main telephone menu has already been called up the Calls Dialed list will appear Y page 158 1 Numbers characters...

Page 160: ...alls received RCalls dialed Calling up a list X Select Call Lists from main telephone menu X Select Calls Received or Calls Dialed The corresponding list appears i The Calls Received and Calls Dialed...

Page 161: ...omp and select Options Details The detailed view appears X Closing detailed view Slide qmr or omp or press n Saving a list entry in the address book i List entries that show a telephone number are nei...

Page 162: ...try section Y page 172 X Press n when you have finished searching COMAND saves the data if there are fewer than four numbers assigned to the entry you are searching for in the selected number category...

Page 163: ...ovider and the mobile phone support this function see mobile phone operating instructions While the call is connecting you can also send character strings Y page 163 Entering the telephone number usin...

Page 164: ...157 X Entering number of a speed dial preset Select all the digits in sequence Deleting individual digits Select and briefly press n Deleting entire number Select and press n until the number is dele...

Page 165: ...ching the hands free microphone on or off X Switching screen to telephone mode Call up main telephone menu Y page 157 X Switching off microphone Select Mic OFF and press n or X Press F shortcut button...

Page 166: ...luetooth headset to be authorized Y page 180 The call transfer is controlled by pressing the PTT button on the Bluetooth headset see headset operating instructions Normally it is sufficient to press t...

Page 167: ...phone Name The COMAND phone book appears Example illustration Phone book with name display and smart speller activated 1 Category symbol 2 Upper entry from address book without category symbol 3 Symbo...

Page 168: ...w entry in the address book Y page 167 RDeleting an entry Y page 168 RSaving a phone book entry from mobile phone in the address book Y page 169 RAdding a telephone number to an address book entry Y p...

Page 169: ...ntil the desired subentry is highlighted Displaying details of an entry COMAND can also show a shortened entry in its entirety For entries featuring subentries the detailed view is only available for...

Page 170: ...urning input characters to normal characters Select the desired language X Moving cursor in the data field Select Y or Z X Deleting individual characters Select and briefly press n The character to th...

Page 171: ...Land Line X Confirming selection Select Save The input menu appears with the data fields The data field for the telephone number is filled in automatically The data field for the last name is also fi...

Page 172: ...her one of the existing numbers should be overwritten Select Yes or No If you select Yes a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbers Select number to be overwritten The input men...

Page 173: ...Telephone Data Connections Address Book The main address book display appears i For phone book entries in the mobile phone that contain a name and a telephone number you will see the name and the numb...

Page 174: ...cters one by one from the input characters X Toggling upper and lower case for the input characters Select or X Changing language for the input characters Select X Select desired language X Changing c...

Page 175: ...ain a voice entry Y page 178 Entries with the symbol contain complete navigable address data from the navigation system that correspond to digital map data It is possible to quickly start route guidan...

Page 176: ...ew for private data 1 To go back to the previous menu 2 To switch between work and home data symbol or 3 Selected data field 4 Display of set data type in example display home data is set symbol and H...

Page 177: ...as more than one telephone number you will see all telephone numbers with the respective category symbol 2 in the detailed view i The options available under Options menu item 4 depend on which data f...

Page 178: ...and highlight the telephone number data field Y page 174 X Select Options Add Number X Select a number category e g Home X Select a telephone category e g Land Line X Select Save COMAND adds the data...

Page 179: ...is incomplete or does not match digital map i For the route calculation the navigation system requires the correct spellings of the state province the city or zip code the street and under some circum...

Page 180: ...hrough the dialogs Deleting a voice entry X Search for the address book entry with a voice entry Y page 172 X Select Options Voice Name Delete A deletion prompt appears X Select Yes or No COMAND delet...

Page 181: ...ry Otherwise you will see a prompt asking whether one of the existing numbers should be overwritten X Select Yes or No If you select Yes a selection list will appear containing the four existing numbe...

Page 182: ...e Bluetooth device It is possible to establish a Bluetooth connection between COMAND and the following types of device RMobile phone only for transferring business cards RHeadset RLaptop PDA You can c...

Page 183: ...page 180 X Select unauthorized device X Select Authorize The input menu for the passkey appears i The passkey is any one to sixteen digit number which you can set yourself You must enter the same numb...

Page 184: ...X Select Telephone The main telephone menu appears 1 Symbol for unread messages in the SMS inbox i The symbol only appears for those messages which are received while the mobile phone is inserted in t...

Page 185: ...Select Save The input menu appears with the data fields The data field for the telephone number is filled in automatically 1 Data field 2 Input mark cursor 3 Input characters X Proceed as described in...

Page 186: ...ed as described in the Selecting a number category paragraph in the Saving SMS sender as new COMAND address book entry section Y page 183 Adding an SMS sender s telephone number to an existing address...

Page 187: ...adio mode You will hear the station channel last tuned in in the previously selected wave band provided that the station channel can be received i The number of times you have to press the M shortcut...

Page 188: ...et position in the station preset memory X Select a station by rotating ymz or sliding qmr and press n Selecting stations channels using the search function X Slide omp or rotate ymz when the main are...

Page 189: ...requency entered Selecting channels using the channel list i This function is only available for Weather Band X Select Audio Audio FM AM Radio WB Channel or X Press n when the main area is selected Th...

Page 190: ...example 9 then the stations saved in preset positions 1 9 will be over written Option 1 X Press n when the main area is selected X Select Autostore Option 2 X Select Audio Audio FM AM Radio FM or AM X...

Page 191: ...he COMAND when road and traffic conditions permit you to do so Otherwise you could be involved in an accident in which you or others could be injured Submenu overview i The components and operating pr...

Page 192: ...situations the satellite radio s main menu shows the Acquiring signal screen At this point the radio s functions are restricted Switching to satellite radio X Select Audio Audio Sat Radio or X Press...

Page 193: ...tegory 7 Artist and song title 8 Other channel information 9 Preset options a Satellite radio options i Main area 1 can show all channels included in your subscription Which channels are shown depends...

Page 194: ...s selected Depending on the direction in which the controller is being pressed or rotated the system searches upward or downward and stops at the next receivable channel i Which channels are found by...

Page 195: ...ds on whether the selected channel number is valid or if the channel is included in your subscription Channel number is valid and channel is included in subscription COMAND tunes in the channel entere...

Page 196: ...cannot be selected You will see a screen that may contain the following information RSelected program category RSelected channel RArtist of the track currently being played RName of current track i Th...

Page 197: ...ionary RInserting a disc REjecting a disc There is a risk of accident by being distracted from road and traffic conditions if you load a CD DVD while the vehicle is in motion Bear in mind that at a sp...

Page 198: ...ppermost directory on storage medium the root directory will also be treated as a folder COMAND will then show the name of the root directory as the folder name You must observe the following when ass...

Page 199: ...n playback commercially available prerecorded audio DVDs that bear the following label You will usually find the label on the DVD booklet the inlay or the DVD itself i Audio DVDs differ from recordabl...

Page 200: ...ime to time with a commercially available cleaning cloth Do not wipe them with a circular motion but only in straight lines from the center outwards ROnly use a pen designed for such a purpose to labe...

Page 201: ...s until all trays are loaded The DVD changer will play the last disc you have loaded if Rit has been loaded correctly Rit is a permissible type of disc Ejecting CDs and DVDs G Observe Safety notes see...

Page 202: ...en not in use since extreme temperatures could damage these devices 1 Eject button 2 Slot for PCMCIA card X Inserting Insert PCMCIA card into slot 2 The side with the contact must point towards the sl...

Page 203: ...l Track Sequence Pausing playback Showing track list audio CD mode and audio DVD mode Selecting folder Selecting medium Treble Random Tracks Stopping playback Displaying alphabetical track listing MP3...

Page 204: ...in audio CD mode 1 Current playback option 2 Track number 3 Disc number 4 Disc name only if saved on the disc 5 Track name only if saved on the disc 6 Track time 7 Graphic time and track display 8 Sou...

Page 205: ...o CD audio DVD and MP3 mode X Pausing playback Press F briefly X Continuing playback Press F again briefly Only in audio DVD mode X Pausing playback Select Audio Audio DVD Audio Pause The Pause screen...

Page 206: ...o X Select CD DVD Audio or MP3 Selecting a track using the COMAND controller X Select Tracks Tracks A Z or Track list or X Only in MP3 mode Press n when the main area is selected The track list of the...

Page 207: ...and the corresponding folder is now the active folder Setting the audio format This function lets you choose the audio format that you would like COMAND to play and is only available in DVD Audio mode...

Page 208: ...option list appears A dot R indicates which option is switched on X Select an option and press n The option is switched on For all options except Normal Track Sequence you will see a corresponding ind...

Page 209: ...at a device connected as an external audio source will sound quieter or louder in the vehicle or that the usual maximum volume cannot be achieved On certain devices the volume can be set separately In...

Page 210: ...ow the menu system if necessary Y page 211 X Select Video AUX AUX The menu appears X Select a setting Slide qmr or turn ymz X Press n X Changing settings Slide qmr or turn ymz until you reach the desi...

Page 211: ...ty means that there is no guarantee that the system will be able to play discs that you have written copied yourself Some DVDs may not comply with the NTSC or PAL TV playback standards Sound picture a...

Page 212: ...is possible that certain functions or actions may be temporarily or permanently unavailable If you try to utilize such functions or carry out such actions you will see the 7 symbol in the display Ins...

Page 213: ...deo DVD The number of times you have to press the shortcut button depends on the previously set mode Hiding showing the DVD control menu X Hiding the menu Slide qmr X Showing the menu Slide qmr or X W...

Page 214: ...Continue playback Select Play Play is continued from the point at which it was stopped X Stop playback Select Stop again while playback is stopped or X Select Stop twice in quick succession during pla...

Page 215: ...r or turn ymz until you reach the desired setting X Saving settings Press n Changing the picture format X Select Video Video Video DVD X Show the menu system if necessary Y page 211 X Select DVD V The...

Page 216: ...g to the beginning of a scene Select G i Depending on the DVD it is possible the menu items H and G either have no function or have no function in certain parts of the DVD menu Switching to the next h...

Page 217: ...he desired setting X Saving a setting Press n X Exiting the menu Slide omp Subtitles and camera angles i This function is not available for all DVDs The number of settings you can make is determined b...

Page 218: ...ction to set whether and how long you would like the exterior lighting to illuminate during darkness after exiting the vehicle and all doors closed The exterior lighting automatically goes out after t...

Page 219: ...ness when the vehicle is unlocked from the outside RParking lamps RTail lamps RLicense plate lamps RFront fog lamps RDoor entry lamps in the mirror RSide marker lamps The locator lighting switches off...

Page 220: ...omp or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Selecting Fold in automatically when locking or Lower mirror when reversing Rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Slide omp to exit or X Selec...

Page 221: ...steering column and the driver s seat are moved G Warning You must make sure no one can become trapped or injured by the moving steering wheel and driver s seat when the easy entry exit feature is act...

Page 222: ...f to 5 bright X Select Vehicle The main area is active X Selecting Interior Ambient Light menu Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n X Adjusting brightness Slide omp or rotate ymz X C...

Page 223: ...n or X Select Vehicle Vehicle Interior Lighting Delayed Switch off A selection list appears The current setting is indicated by a dot R X Selecting length of time Slide qmr or rotate ymz X Confirming...

Page 224: ...unk opening height restriction on off i The components and operating principles of COMAND can be found on Y page 78 You can select whether the trunk lid should open fully or only to the height of the...

Page 225: ...23 RAir distribution Y page 224 RAir volume Y page 224 RSwitching off cooling Y page 225 RCentral climate control Mono Y page 226 RFootwell temperature Y page 226 RAir flow from air vents Y page 226 T...

Page 226: ...he symbol for air distribution changes The direction and size of the arrows represent the air distribution or X Switching back to automatic mode Rotate ymz and select AUTO X Exiting menu Press n back...

Page 227: ...the selected temperature The cooling function also dehumidifies the air in the vehicle interior thus preventing the windows from fogging up i Condensation may drip out from underneath the vehicle This...

Page 228: ...ront passenger side Roperate one of the buttons for the rear climate control system Adjusting footwell temperature i In automatic mode this setting optimizes the footwell temperature when outside temp...

Page 229: ...election list appears The current setting is indicated by a dot R X Changing air flow Slide qmr or rotate ymz X Confirming selection Press n COMAND seats Operating seats via COMAND G Observe Safety no...

Page 230: ...the main menu line Lumbar support CL 550 4MATIC only To support the spine you can adjust the curvature of the front seat backrests X Press O The main area of the COMAND display is active A scale appea...

Page 231: ...tings are made on the COMAND display You can adjust the following air chambers Rsides of seat cushion Rsides of seat backrest Rseat backrest curvature in lumbar area Rseat backrest curvature in should...

Page 232: ...st curvature in shoulder area This function is used to adjust the air chambers in the shoulder area of the seat backrest X Select seat Y page 227 X Selecting Shoulders Slide omp or rotate ymz X Confir...

Page 233: ...sition 2 Y page 301 The control system enables you to call up information about your vehicle and to change vehicle settings For example you can use the control system to find out when your vehicle is...

Page 234: ...on briefly L to cancel the Voice Control System back confirm messages Press and hold button L to select the standard display 5 Press button to select menus Press button briefly to select function or s...

Page 235: ...the menus and the functions within each menu as being arranged in a circular pattern X Press or repeatedly to switch menus The number of menus available in the system depends on which optional equipm...

Page 236: ...Instrument cluster control system 234 Menus Control systems...

Page 237: ...tance to empty Y page 236 RDigital Speedometer Y page 236 Standard display In the standard display the trip odometer and the main odometer appear in the multifunction display X Press or to select the...

Page 238: ...Press or to select the function you wish to reset X Press Example illustration Reset trip odometer X Press to select Yes X Press to confirm i The fuel consumption statistics reset automatically to 0 a...

Page 239: ...mple illustration 1 Distance to destination 2 Symbol for follow the course of the road 3 Distance to next driving maneuver 4 Street you are currently driving on Notification of driving maneuver Exampl...

Page 240: ...Audio menu operate the audio equipment which you have currently switched on The following functions are available RSelecting radio station Y page 238 ROperating DVD changer audio CD audio DVD MP3 Y pa...

Page 241: ...D with text the multifunction display shows the name and number of the track For MP3s only the track is shown Operating video DVD X Switch on the COMAND system and select Video Video Video DVD Y page...

Page 242: ...st the audio volume using buttons or X Starting Press button X Displaying intermediate time Press button while the timer is running The intermediate time is shown for 5 seconds X Stopping Press button...

Page 243: ...es and confirm with The saved laps are deleted Overall analysis This function is only available if you have saved at least one lap and have stopped the RACETIMER X Press button repeatedly until the ov...

Page 244: ...ith a built in or attached antenna i e without being connected to an external antenna from inside the vehicle while the engine is running Doing so could lead to a malfunction of the vehicle s electron...

Page 245: ...n t Dialing a number from the phone book When your telephone is ready to receive calls you may select and dial a number from the phone book at any time i When you insert a Mercedes Benz approved mobil...

Page 246: ...s button s X Press button or to select the desired number and or name X Press button s or The control system dials the selected phone number Assistance menu In the Assistance menu you can change the s...

Page 247: ...function X Press X Press again if you would like to change the current status Service menu In the Service menu the following functions are available RCalling up messages Y page 245 RChecking tire infl...

Page 248: ...the messages If you turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and then back to position 2 all messages will be deleted from the message memory Settings menu In the Settings menu the follow...

Page 249: ...s or km The additional speedometer Y page 247 will be shown in the other unit Switching the radar sensors on or off If your vehicle is equipped with DISTRONIC Plus BAS Plus or Park Assist it is equipp...

Page 250: ...d The following message appears in the multifunction display if the radar sensors are switched off and you attempt to activate DISTRONIC Plus Park Assist or PRE SAFE Brake Radar Sensors See Oper Manua...

Page 251: ...y manner This could distract you in an emergency situation and cause you to be involved in an accident General information The Voice Control System gives you the capability to control the following sy...

Page 252: ...y similar d or e Command types The Voice Control System commands can be categorized as RGeneral Commands These are commands always available to you as soon as the Voice Control System is activated for...

Page 253: ...command Cancel except for speaking voice entries entering a city or carrying out individualization or X Press any COMAND button Setting volume level X Activate the Voice Control System X Speak a comm...

Page 254: ...s for voice output by the Voice Control System u This symbol indicates that information is available on the COMAND display Voice Control navigation Important notes Safety notes for using the Voice Con...

Page 255: ...an option list of available functions and commands that can be used in conjunction with the navigation system Enter state Enter province Use the command Enter state or Enter province to select a diff...

Page 256: ...he navigation DVD i The selection appearing on the COMAND display is sorted based on your recognized voice input and a matching algorithm You can use the commands Continue or Back to scroll up or down...

Page 257: ...to save the current destination in the address book i The Voice Control System may recognize names even if not saved in your voice For best possible call up performance however you should speak and s...

Page 258: ...this command will deactivate the muting of the voice output Guidance instructions off Use the command Guidance instructions off to mute the system s guidance voice output Cancel route guidance Use th...

Page 259: ...og s Enter town t Please spell the name of the town s E A S T O N u The system displays a numbered list of available city names t Please select a line number s Number one t Number one town accepted Th...

Page 260: ...ers as a continuous string five to seven characters The system then displays a list of available street names on the COMAND display Select the desired street name from that list Sample dialog s Street...

Page 261: ...g a telephone unlock code RDialing a phone number by speaking the telephone number RStoring names and numbers in the COMAND address book RDialing a phone number by speaking the name of an COMAND addre...

Page 262: ...nd pause the Voice Control System repeats the recognized digits and waits until you continue speaking Sample dialog s Enter PIN t Please say the PIN s Zero zero one one t Zero zero one one s OK Dial n...

Page 263: ...five six seven t Five five six seven s Correction t One two three please continue s Four five six seven t Four five six seven s OK t Dialing Delete Using the command Delete will erase all digits ente...

Page 264: ...ix seven s OK t Please say the name s John Smith t Please repeat the name s John Smith t Do you want to save the number in a category s No t Name and number saved Dial name COMAND address book Use the...

Page 265: ...e book with a phone number stored and select an entry and dial that number Sample dialog s List phone book The system reads out the complete phone book entry by entry Selecting an entry and dialing th...

Page 266: ...ess book Available commands are dependent on the status of the address book The address book can be in one of the following status RAddress book not open RAddress book open Operation with address book...

Page 267: ...n Smith s Yes t The voice name is deleted Navigate to voice entry address book For information to Navigate to voice entry see Y page 255 List address book Use the command List address book to have the...

Page 268: ...ook Sample dialog s Select entry t Please say the name s John Smith u The entry John Smith appears on the COMAND display Spell entry Use the command Spell entry to open an address book entry by spelli...

Page 269: ...System the Voice Control System must be activated Y page 251 Selecting radio mode X Press X Speak the command Radio X Press X Speak one of the radio commands The system switches to the last tuned sta...

Page 270: ...elect station AM and FM only to select a saved station name from your station list Sample dialog s Select station t Please say the station name s Smooth Jazz The Voice Control System tunes to the corr...

Page 271: ...tion is read out once more t Do you want to delete Smooth Jazz s Yes t Station deleted The station is erased and the remaining station entries are read out or t No The system continues reading the sta...

Page 272: ...the CD DVD or MP3 CD DVD Medium 1 to CD DVD Medium 6 Use commands CD DVD Medium 1 to CD DVD Medium 6 to select one of up to six mediums in your DVD changer Next CD DVD Medium Use the command Next CD...

Page 273: ...ystem Which commands are available for use depends on the equipment level in your vehicle i Some functions can be operated using several different commands In the following list these commands are gro...

Page 274: ...ard Rnext page Rback Rgo back Rprevious page Rhelp radio Rhelp tuner Rradio help Rtuner help Rhelp telephone Rhelp phone Rhelp address book Rhelp CD Rhelp disc Rhelp CD player Rhelp CD changer Rhelp a...

Page 275: ...rd Rdial unlock code Rconfirm Rconfirm PIN Rconfirm number Rconfirm PIN number Rconfirm PIN code Rconfirm phone number Rconfirm telephone number Rconfirm password Rconfirm unlock code Rrepeat PIN Rrep...

Page 276: ...guidance Rguidance instructions on Rswitch guidance instruction on Rswitch guidance instructions on Rswitch route guidance instruction on Rswitch route guidance instructions on Rswitch on guidance in...

Page 277: ...name of town Rspell name of city Renter town Renter city Renter name of town Renter name of city Rdistrict Rcenter Rspell district Rspell center Renter district Renter center Rpoints of interest Rente...

Page 278: ...route guidance Rexit navigation Rexit nav Rexit routing Rexit destination guidance Rterminate route guidance Rterminate navigation Rterminate nav Rterminate routing Rterminate destination guidance Rn...

Page 279: ...ame Ropen voice name Rdelete name Rdelete Rlist destination memory Rread out destination memory Rplay destination memory Rget destination memory Rrecall destination memory R voice name R voice name ca...

Page 280: ...home Rcar phone home Rhome land line Rhome land line phone Rland line home Rland line phone home Rhome cell phone Rhome mobile Rcell home Rcell phone home Rmobile home Rmobile phone home Rcellular hom...

Page 281: ...Rradio on RAM RMW RFM Rweatherband Rnext station Rstation search Rgoing up Rother station Rradio seek Rstation voice entry Rgo to voice entry R voice entry Rdelete station Rsave station Rstore station...

Page 282: ...tz Rfrequency five hundred forty Rfrequency five hundred forty kilohertz Satellite radio Rsat radio Rsatellite radio CD RCD on RCD player on RCD changer on Rnext CD Rother CD Rnext medium Rother mediu...

Page 283: ...y Rprevious folder Rlast directory Rlast folder Rrepeat directory Rrepeat folder Rnext track Rother track Rprevious track Rlast track Rrepeat track Rreplay track Rtrack 1 39 Rload track 1 39 Rload tra...

Page 284: ...D Rreplay medium Rrepeat medium Rlast medium Rprevious medium Rnext directory Rother directory Rnext folder Rother folder Rprevious directory Rprevious folder Rlast directory Rlast folder Rrepeat dire...

Page 285: ...Voice Control System Help In a main menu help can be accessed at any time by saying the command Help The Voice Control System will then read out the available functions and commands of all systems In...

Page 286: ...7 letters at a time RSpeak each individual letter clearly What to do if Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solution Voice Control System does not recognize a station list entry The voice en...

Page 287: ...voice entries both times in the same manner Voice Control System does not recognize commands You have not operated the system from the driver s seat X Operate the Voice Control System only by the driv...

Page 288: ...reate your address book entries select names with the greatest possible acoustic differences If for example you have the names Smith and Schmidt choose for example Smith work or Schmidt John X Speak t...

Page 289: ...recognition of other users Individualization consists of two stages RDigits RCommands You can activate individualization in the COMAND system settings Y page 93 A dialog and screen displays will guide...

Page 290: ...288...

Page 291: ...310 Mirrors 311 Memory function 314 Lighting 316 Wipers 322 Power windows 325 Driving and parking 328 Automatic transmission 335 Instrument cluster 345 Driving systems 346 Climate control system 385...

Page 292: ...e all turn signal lamps flash three times an acoustic signal sounds three times the locking knobs in the doors move down and the anti theft alarm system is armed All doors and the trunk must be closed...

Page 293: ...of 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 ma...

Page 294: ...hority to operate the equipment i Canada only 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 t...

Page 295: ...is within 3 ft 1 m of the vehicle and an outside door handle is splashed with water or you attempt to clean an outside door handle RRemember that the engine can be started by anyone with a SmartKey th...

Page 296: ...ies are checked within signal range of the vehicle pressing button j or k will lock or unlock the vehicle accordingly Loss of the SmartKey If you lose your SmartKey or mechanical key you should do the...

Page 297: ...ge 59 You can lock or unlock the vehicle from inside using the central locking switches This can be useful for example if you want to lock the vehicle before starting to drive The central locking swit...

Page 298: ...e X Press and hold button i on the SmartKey until the trunk unlocks and begins to open or X Pull on handle 1 In vehicles without KEYLESS GO The vehicle must be unlocked X Stopping the opening procedur...

Page 299: ...cond SmartKey with KEYLESS GO with you you can still lock the vehicle Closing the trunk from the outside manually 1 Handle X Lower trunk lid by pulling firmly on handle 1 X Close trunk with hands plac...

Page 300: ...To stop the closing procedure do one of the following RPress button i on the SmartKey RPress the remote trunk opening closing switch on the driver s door RPress the trunk closing switch RPress the KEY...

Page 301: ...closed completely RAn acoustic signal sounds three times RThe anti theft alarm system is armed If the trunk lid comes into contact with an object while closing e g luggage that has been piled too hig...

Page 302: ...lectrical power assisted mechanism draws doors and trunk lid closed quietly and automatically once door and trunk lid has been latched When the electrical power assisted mechanism has stopped doors an...

Page 303: ...charge or a completely discharged vehicle battery always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch when the engine is not in operation KEYLESS GO G Observe Safety notes see page 59 Vehicles equipped...

Page 304: ...with SmartKey removed Position 1 X Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button once This supplies power for some electrical consumers such as radio functions i If you now press the KEYLESS GO start stop b...

Page 305: ...y RAdjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the head as possible and the center of the head restraint supports the back of the head at eye level RNever place hands under the seat or near an...

Page 306: ...re favorable seat position i The memory function Y page 314 lets you store the settings for the seat position together with the settings for the steering wheel and the exterior rear view mirrors X Sea...

Page 307: ...net may be damaged You can adjust the front passenger seat using the seat switches on the driver s side 1 Selector button for front passenger seat X Press button 1 When the indicator lamp in button 1...

Page 308: ...nz Center immediately The automatic seat slide is provided with a safety feature The automatic process is interrupted if the seat backrest of the sliding seat is pushed against an occupant or object T...

Page 309: ...e forward position Instead the driver s seat will remain at or move to a factory set maximum forward position To again fully return the driver s seat to your last set position or to memory position ad...

Page 310: ...lowest non use position and have the occupant adjust the head restraint properly Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints installed when the rear seats are occupied Head restraints a...

Page 311: ...Switching off Press button 1 repeatedly until all indicator lamps go out If one or more of the indicator lamps in the seat ventilation button 1 are flashing there is insufficient voltage available si...

Page 312: ...r to lose control of the vehicle The electrical steering wheel adjustment feature can be operated at any time Therefore do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked ve...

Page 313: ...ou remove the SmartKey from the starter switch Ron vehicles with KEYLESS GO when you switch off the ignition and open the driver s door Rwhen the temperature of the vehicle interior is above 86 30 Raf...

Page 314: ...irror button illuminated If an exterior rear view mirror was forcibly hit from the front manually snap it back into place i At low ambient temperatures the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated au...

Page 315: ...r rear view mirrors in and out X Folding in Briefly press button 1 Both exterior rear view mirrors fold in X Folding out Briefly press button 1 Both exterior rear view mirrors fold out If an exterior...

Page 316: ...nce your vehicle exceeds a speed of approximately 6 mph 10 km h Rimmediately when you press button 1 for driver s side exterior rear view mirror i If you adjust the exterior mirrors while they are in...

Page 317: ...at has completely moved to the stored position On the driver s side also wait for the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to move to the stored position i Releasing the memory position butto...

Page 318: ...ered you must have the headlamps modified for symmetrical low beams Relevant information can be obtained at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center i The active Bi Xenon headlamps monitor the vehicle s st...

Page 319: ...lamps RParking lamps RLicense plate lamps RSide marker lamps G Warning If the exterior lamp switch is set to the headlamps will not automatically come on under foggy conditions To minimize risk to you...

Page 320: ...he vehicle at a standstill or the electronic parking brake is engaged the low beam headlamps will go out with a delay of 3 minutes Rturn the exterior lamp switch to position C the low beam headlamps t...

Page 321: ...ion are described in the COMAND vehicle menu section under Locator lighting on off Y page 217 and Setting night security illumination Y page 216 Combination switch 1 High beam 2 High beam flasher High...

Page 322: ...zard warning flasher switch 1 once to switch off Headlamp cleaning system The headlamps will be cleaned with a high pressure water jet automatically when the engine is running and you have Rswitched o...

Page 323: ...standing still It then goes out even if the turn signal is still switched on or if you have turned the steering wheel to full lock Switching off X Switch off the left or right turn signal or X Steer...

Page 324: ...rgency lighting The interior lighting is activated automatically if the vehicle is involved in an accident X Switching off Press hazard warning flasher switch Y page 320 or X Press switch or X Unlock...

Page 325: ...s a suitable wiping interval depending on the wetness of the sensor surface automatically Do not leave windshield wipers on an intermittent setting when the vehicle is taken to an automatic car wash o...

Page 326: ...headlamp cleaning system Y page 428 For information on cleaning the headlamps with washer fluid see Headlamp cleaning system Y page 320 Problems with wipers If anything blocks the windshield wipers l...

Page 327: ...details The closing of the door windows can be immediately halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either pressing or pulling the respectiv...

Page 328: ...eater force before reversing than when the door window is closed in express operation Please exercise caution X Immediately after the window has stopped because it was blocked pull the respective swit...

Page 329: ...ing sunroof make sure there is no danger of anyone being harmed by the closing procedure If potential danger exists proceed as follows RRelease button j to stop the closing procedure To open press and...

Page 330: ...jects could get caught between the pedals You could then no longer brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury G Warning With the engine not running there is no power assistance for th...

Page 331: ...ehicle as they could otherwise accidentally start the engine When leaving the vehicle always take the SmartKey with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with acc...

Page 332: ...does not start You cannot hear the starter The battery may not be sufficiently charged X Get a jump start Y page 554 If the engine will not start despite a jump start X Contact an authorized Mercedes...

Page 333: ...could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse You could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone or something Only shift into gear when the engine is idling normally and when your right foot is f...

Page 334: ...ire and or police authorities If the extent of the damage cannot be determined X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance If no damage on major assemblies fuel system and...

Page 335: ...ent cluster goes out Releasing electronic parking brake automatically Your vehicle s electronic parking brake releases automatically when RThe engine is running RThe automatic transmission is in drive...

Page 336: ...eep the handle for the electronic parking brake pressed the more strongly your vehicle will be braked This method occurs on all four wheels not just the rear wheels During the braking procedure Ran ac...

Page 337: ...before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i In an emergency you can turn off the engine while driving by pre...

Page 338: ...must be stopped when you shift the automatic transmission Rdirectly between drive position D and reverse gear R Rdirectly between reverse gear R and drive position D Rdirectly into park position P Oth...

Page 339: ...l and move the gear selector lever up or down to the resistance point to select neutral position N When you turn off the engine the automatic transmission will shift into neutral position N automatica...

Page 340: ...he vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and move the gear selector lever down past the resistance point to select drive position D Shifting procedure The automatic transmission selects indi...

Page 341: ...riving Exception If the ESP is deactivated or malfunctioning shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N if the vehicle is in danger of skidding Coasting the vehicle or driving for any ot...

Page 342: ...ive position D and driving in automatic program mode C or S you can limit or extend the gear range see One touch gearshifting Y page 341 The current gear range appears in the multifunction display 1 G...

Page 343: ...the desired program mode appears in the multifunction display Selecting program mode C means RThe vehicle starts out more gentle both forward and reverse except when driving off with full throttle RT...

Page 344: ...ion will shift into the next higher gear as permitted by the shift program This action simultaneously extends the gear range of the automatic transmission i If you press on the accelerator pedal when...

Page 345: ...engine is turned off with manual program mode M selected the automatic transmission will go to automatic program mode C or S when the engine is restarted Upshifting In manual program mode M the automa...

Page 346: ...ickdown Using the kickdown when driving in manual program mode M is not possible Deactivating manual shift program X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until C or S appears in the multi...

Page 347: ...ument cluster illumination is dimmed or brightened automatically to suit ambient light conditions The instrument cluster illumination will also be adjusted automatically when you switch on the vehicle...

Page 348: ...The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ice warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee...

Page 349: ...tant speed RThe use of the cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads Rapid changes in tire traction can result in wheel spin and loss of control RDeactivate the cruise control when driving in...

Page 350: ...case the speedometer segments in the multifunction display will go out The cruise control also switches off automatically when Rthe vehicle speed falls below 20 mph 30 km h Rthe ESP is in operation R...

Page 351: ...hould only be set again if prevailing road conditions and legal speed limits permit Possible acceleration or deceleration differences arising from returning to the preset speed could cause an accident...

Page 352: ...stopping distance always remains with the driver The DISTRONIC Plus cannot take street and traffic conditions into account Complex driving situations are not always fully recognized by the DISTRONIC P...

Page 353: ...ns is imperative at all times regardless of whether or not the DISTRONIC Plus is activated Use of the DISTRONIC Plus can be dangerous on winding roads or in heavy traffic because conditions do not all...

Page 354: ...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 any interference received including interfe...

Page 355: ...es your vehicle with a maximum deceleration of 13 ft s2 4 m s2 This corresponds to approximately 40 of the maximum deceleration of your vehicle You must also apply the brakes yourself to avoid a colli...

Page 356: ...tifunction display for approximately 5 seconds The following display appears in the multifunction display 1 DISTRONIC Plus activated 2 Your vehicle 3 Preset distance threshold to the preceding vehicle...

Page 357: ...te the DISTRONIC Plus when the vehicle speed is above 20 mph 30 km h It is also possible to activate the DISTRONIC Plus when the vehicle speed is below 20 mph 30 km h and the DISTRONIC Plus has detect...

Page 358: ...tionary vehicle If the preceding vehicle is stationary you can only switch on the DISTRONIC Plus if your vehicle is also at a standstill X Tap the DISTRONIC Plus lever up 1 or down 2 until desired spe...

Page 359: ...parking brake and may not be used for parking When you get out of the vehicle or switch off the engine deactivate the DISTRONIC Plus and secure the vehicle from rolling away by engaging the electronic...

Page 360: ...ehicle set speed increases in increments of 5 mph Canada 10 km h each time you lift the DISTRONIC Plus lever up past the resistance point The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate Keep in m...

Page 361: ...peed is stored for later use The last stored speed is deleted from memory when the engine is turned off The DISTRONIC Plus switches off automatically when Rthe vehicle is secured with the electronic p...

Page 362: ...sing distance Turn distance setting switch 1 in direction of arrow 2 Increasing the distance setting tells the DISTRONIC Plus to maintain a greater following distance to the preceding vehicle X Decrea...

Page 363: ...ee Oper Manual appears in the multifunction display For cleaning and care of the sensors see Y page 465 i If the message DISTRONIC PLUS Currently Unavailable See Oper Manual disappears during driving...

Page 364: ...preceding vehicles Obstacles and stationary vehicles The DISTRONIC Plus does not brake for obstacles or stationary vehicles If for example the vehicle detected in front of you changes lanes to bypass...

Page 365: ...ehicle chassis Your vehicle automatically adjusts its ride height to increase vehicle safety and to reduce fuel consumption You can choose between raised or normal level The vehicle chassis ride heigh...

Page 366: ...hicle G Warning When you turn off the engine the entire vehicle is lowered You should therefore make sure that no one is near the wheel housing or under the vehicle when you turn off the engine Otherw...

Page 367: ...ator lamp X Start the engine Selecting a higher level If indicator lamp 2 is off X Press switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 comes on The vehicle is raised to a higher level Selecting a normal level If indicato...

Page 368: ...bstacle visually and audibly The Parktronic system is activated automatically when you Rswitch on the ignition and Rrelease the electronic parking brake or Rstart the engine and Rshift the automatic t...

Page 369: ...and damage to your vehicle or the object may result Ultrasonic signals from outside sources e g truck air brakes car wash or jackhammers may impair the operation of the Parktronic system Range of the...

Page 370: ...inate depending on the distance When the seventh distance segment illuminates you have reached the minimum distance RFront area An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red distance se...

Page 371: ...t G Warning The Park Assist is a supplemental system It is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care The responsibility during parking and other critical maneuvers always remains w...

Page 372: ...Park Assist using the Park Assist button or switch off the radar sensors with the instrument cluster control system to prevent possible malfunction The Park Assist is an electronic parking aid with ra...

Page 373: ...indicator for the front area is in the instrument cluster The warning indicator for the rear area is on the roof liner in the rear 1 Left side of the vehicle 2 Right side of the vehicle 3 Readiness i...

Page 374: ...plashing into the area of the sensors Collision warning The Park Assist can detect obstacles from a considerable distance If you drive in reverse towards an obstacle you will hear a warning tone You m...

Page 375: ...levated crossbars or road curbs Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle i USA only This device has been approved by the FCC as a Vehicular Radar System The radar sens...

Page 376: ...lso observe the Park Assist warning indicator Y page 369 while the Advanced Parking Guidance is active RHow well your vehicle will be parked after completion of the Advanced Parking Guidance depends o...

Page 377: ...in a safe manner If the Advanced Parking Guidance no longer detects any obstacles the display in the instrument cluster stops blinking You may continue the parking procedure G Warning The Advanced Par...

Page 378: ...space is located within the display range a white bracket with an arrow for the target position is shown at the end of the green lane Driving into the parking space 1 Green lane indicates the correct...

Page 379: ...eeded X Observe the Park Assist display Y page 369 Canceling the Advanced Parking Guidance X Press the Park Assist button Y page 372 The Advanced Parking Guidance is immediately canceled and the Park...

Page 380: ...view such as those located very close to or below the rear bumper or above the recessed grip of the luggage compartment lid Such objects may not be detected by the system and can damage the vehicle T...

Page 381: ...tivated in the instrument cluster control system in order for it to be switched on X Switch on the ignition X Switch on the COMAND system X Shift into reverse gear R The COMAND system display will sho...

Page 382: ...hows a black and white image on the multifunction display The image on the multifunction display corresponds to a road lit up by high beam headlamps G Warning The Night View Assist cannot record objec...

Page 383: ...display The line for main menus is no longer available If you would like to change a setting using the steering wheel buttons you must first switch off the Night View Assist 1 Night View Assist image...

Page 384: ...r G Warning The Blind Spot Assist is only a driving aid and may not detect all vehicles The Blind Spot Assist may not be able to detect narrow vehicles such as motorcycles or bicycles or it may not de...

Page 385: ...es of the vehicle G Warning The Blind Spot Assist monitors certain areas in the immediate vicinity of your vehicle Vehicles approaching and passing at speeds that exceed the speed of your vehicle sign...

Page 386: ...The Blind Spot Assist is then not active The brightness of indicator lamps warning lamps 1 is controlled automatically depending on the brightness of the ambient light G Warning The Blind Spot Assist...

Page 387: ...Climate control system Control panel Function Recommendation Notes 1 U Air distribution and air volume driver s side automatic mode i Switches on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button U come...

Page 388: ...n button goes out Y page 387 7 T Residual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 392 8 Rear window defroster i At very low te...

Page 389: ...visibility and endangering you and others Have a clogged filter replaced as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning Follow the recommended settings for heating and cooling gi...

Page 390: ...matic mode Air distribution and air volume can be adjusted automatically by the climate control system You can also adjust the settings for air distribution and air volume manually When operating the...

Page 391: ...ution adjustment to direct the air to air vents in the vehicle interior that are not in the immediate area of unprotected skin For best possible performance of the climate control X Keep the air intak...

Page 392: ...3 Thumbwheel for air volume control for right rear center air vent 4 Thumbwheel for air volume control for left rear center air vent X Opening closing Turn thumbwheel 3 or 4 in the required direction...

Page 393: ...r speed and heating switches to the temperature that was set before the front defroster was switched on The indicator lamp in rocker switch y goes out or X Press rocker switches 2 and a Y page 385 up...

Page 394: ...automatically A quantity of outside air is added when the cooling demand is not at maximum If the air conditioning has been turned off or the outside temperature is below 41 5 the air recirculation m...

Page 395: ...rwise be impaired endangering you and others The rear window defroster uses a large amount of power To keep the battery drain to a minimum switch off the defroster as soon as the rear window is clear...

Page 396: ...perly may be thrown out of the opening Such an opening also presents a potential for injury for occupants wearing their seat belts properly as entire body parts or portions of them may protrude from t...

Page 397: ...ightly Raising X Raising manually Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express operatio...

Page 398: ...sunroof cannot be closed or synchronized contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance X Switch on the ignition X Press and hold the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 1 Y p...

Page 399: ...sts and fasten them as securely as possible RThe heaviest portion of the cargo should always be kept as low as possible against front or rear seat backrests Parcel nets G Warning The parcel net is int...

Page 400: ...elp to prevent stored objects from being thrown about and injuring vehicle occupants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident Glove box 1 Glove box lid release X Opening Press glove box lid rel...

Page 401: ...storage compartments Storage compartments are located in the seat base of each front seat 1 Handle 2 Storage compartment lid X Opening Pull handle 1 up X Fold storage compartment lid 2 forward Rear s...

Page 402: ...against the armrest when it is folded down as you could otherwise damage it 1 Handle 2 Cover X Fold down rear armrest X Pull handle 1 upward in direction of arrow X Swing down cover 2 in direction of...

Page 403: ...oose during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident and be thrown around in the vehicle interior Objects thrown around in the vehicle interior may cause an accident and or serious personal injury...

Page 404: ...from mounting 2 X Pivot sun visor to the side Vanity mirror The mirror lamp only functions when the sun visor is engaged in mounting X Flip sun visor down X Lift up vanity mirror cover 5 Vanity mirror...

Page 405: ...einsert cigarette lighter 1 in its socket after use The lighter socket can be used to accommodate 12V DC electrical accessories up to a maximum of 85 W designed for use with the standard cigarette lig...

Page 406: ...tion on the installation of an approved external antenna Refer to the radio transmitter operation instructions regarding use of an external antenna When the mobile phone is inserted in the cradle you...

Page 407: ...GPS satellite network and pass the information on to the Response Center The Tele Aid system Telematic Alarm Identification on Demand The Tele Aid system consists of three types of response RAutomati...

Page 408: ...the multifunction display Emergency Call Activated appears in the COMAND display All information relevant to the emergency such as the location of the vehicle determined by the GPS satellite location...

Page 409: ...and hold Roadside Assistance button p for longer than 2 seconds A call to a Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will be initiated The indicator lamp in the Roadside Assistance button p will f...

Page 410: ...99 1 Information button X Press and hold Information button for longer than 2 seconds A call to the Customer Assistance Center will be initiated The indicator lamp in the Information button will flash...

Page 411: ...d switches off If you must use this phone we recommend that you use it only with the vehicle at a standstill in a safe location Unplug the telephone switch it on and place the call The navigation syst...

Page 412: ...entry field X Depending on which website you are using click on the appropriate button to send the destination address to your Tele Aid account email address X Enter the email address you specified wh...

Page 413: ...pecialist will attempt to establish voice contact with the vehicle occupants If the trunk lid handle was pulled for more than 20 seconds before door unlock authorization was received by the Response C...

Page 414: ...ems G Warning 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 potential harm or damag...

Page 415: ...lamp will start flashing after 20 seconds X Step 5 After indicator lamp 1 changes from a slow to a rapidly flashing light release the hand held remote control button and the signal transmitter button...

Page 416: ...lace step 4 with the following X Step 4 Press and hold the signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 Do not release this button until it has been successfully trained X While still holding down the signal tr...

Page 417: ...more accurate signal to the integrated remote control RWhile performing step 3 hold hand held remote control 5 at different lengths and angles from the signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 you are prog...

Page 418: ...Warning Whenever you are using floormats make sure there is enough clearance and that the floormats are securely fastened Floormats should always be securely fastened using the fastening equipment Bef...

Page 419: ...these devices in the vehicle infrared transparent areas 1 and 3 are placed in the windshield You can see them from certain angles when ambient light condition permit Vehicles without Night View Assis...

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Page 421: ...hicle equipment 420 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 420 At the gas station 421 Engine compartment 423 Tires and wheels 429 Winter driving 452 Driving instructions 454 Maintenance 460 Vehicle care 462 Ope...

Page 422: ...each gear RSelect C as the preferred shift program Y page 340 for the first 1000 miles 1500 km RAvoid accelerating by kickdown RDo not attempt to slow the vehicle down by shifting to a lower gear usi...

Page 423: ...rwise the incorrect or non approved fuel will get into the fuel lines The fuel system must be drained completely Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center to have the fuel system drained completely T...

Page 424: ...2 X Place fuel filler cap 2 in direction of arrow into holder 3 X Fully insert filler nozzle unit and refuel X Only fill your tank until the filler nozzle unit cuts out do not top off or overfill X C...

Page 425: ...pletely before touching any components on the vehicle Comply with all relevant safety precautions G Warning To help prevent personal injury stay clear of moving parts when the hood is open and the eng...

Page 426: ...l depend on a number of factors including driving style Increased oil consumption can occur when the vehicle is new or the vehicle is driven frequently at higher engine speeds Engine oil consumption c...

Page 427: ...s lubricants etc Y page 577 For information on messages in the multifunction display concerning engine oil see the Practical hints section Y page 516 Checking engine oil level with the control system...

Page 428: ...l operating temperature the following message appears in the multifunction display Reduce Engine Oil Level X Have excess oil siphoned or drained off Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Excess o...

Page 429: ...ontrol ABC fluid level Regular fluid level check is not required If you notice fluid leaks or malfunction messages in the multifunction display have an authorized Mercedes Benz Center check the ABC sy...

Page 430: ...ical data section Y page 578 and Y page 582 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system G Warning Washer solvent antifreeze is highly flammable Do not spill washer solvent antifreeze on hot engine part...

Page 431: ...ger be correct G Warning Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tire tread is worn to minimum tread depth or if the tires have sustained damage replace them When replacing rims only use genuine Mer...

Page 432: ...rn to minimum tread depth or if the tires have sustained damage replace them Check the tire inflation pressure at least every other week For more information on checking tire inflation pressure see Re...

Page 433: ...es is 1 6 in 4 mm 1 TWI Tread Wear Indicator The treadwear indicator appears as a solid band across the tread Storing tires Keep unmounted tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as...

Page 434: ...ont axle or rear axle 1 Driver s door B pillar Following is a discussion on how to work with the information contained on the Tire and Loading Information placard with regards to loading your vehicle...

Page 435: ...weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s Tire and Loading Information placard X Step 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will...

Page 436: ...s 960 lbs 3 1500 lbs 1 front 1 Occupant 1 150 lbs 150 lbs 1500 lbs 150 lbs 1350 lbs The higher the weight of all occupants the less cargo and luggage load capacity is available For more information se...

Page 437: ...kely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Do not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s...

Page 438: ...n the inside of the fuel filler flap contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for proper tire inflation pressure i Driving comfort may be reduced when the tire inflation pressure is adjusted to the...

Page 439: ...not overload the tires by exceeding the specified load limit as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly ca...

Page 440: ...arning due to a sudden dramatic loss of pressure e g tire blowout caused by a foreign object In this case bring the vehicle to a halt by carefully applying the brakes and avoiding abrupt steering mane...

Page 441: ...the malfunction has been corrected Tire pressure inquiries are made using the multifunction display The current tire inflation pressure for each tire appears in the multifunction display after a few m...

Page 442: ...e tire and the corresponding tire inflation pressure are indicated in yellow Restarting Advanced TPMS G Warning It is the driver s responsibility to set the tire inflation pressure to the recommended...

Page 443: ...n the multifunction display Tire Pressure Monitor Reactivated After driving a few minutes the system verifies that the current tire inflation pressures are within the system s specified range Afterwar...

Page 444: ...re load rating 6 Tire speed rating i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration General Depending on the design...

Page 445: ...the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering...

Page 446: ...rvice description must be placed in parenthesis Example 275 40 ZR 18 99Y The Y speed rating in parenthesis designates the maximum speed capability of the tire as being above 186 mph 300 km h Consult t...

Page 447: ...signates load range associated with the maximum 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 retread...

Page 448: ...door B pillar Overloading the tires can overheat them possibly causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure 1 Maximum tire load rating i Fo...

Page 449: ...ica have these grades branded on the sidewall 1 Treadwear 2 Traction 3 Temperature resistance i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data...

Page 450: ...packed snow they can reduce your stopping distance compared to summer tires Stopping distance however is still considerably greater than when the road is not covered with snow or ice Exercise appropri...

Page 451: ...onto the rim Cold tire inflation pressure Tire inflation pressure when your vehicle has been sitting for at least 3 hours or driven no more than 1 mile 1 6 km Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicl...

Page 452: ...ms which they replace not previously considered in curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim PSI Pounds per square inch A...

Page 453: ...nd treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using U S government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire Vehicle maximum load on the tire Load on an indiv...

Page 454: ...y very well impair turning stability and that overall driving stability may be reduced Adapt your driving style accordingly Have the spare wheel replaced by regular road wheel with a winter tire at th...

Page 455: ...des Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject RUse of snow chains may be prohibited depending on location Always check local and state laws before installing snow chains RDo not use snow...

Page 456: ...hen traveling at length on salt strewn roads can bring road salt impaired braking efficiency back to normal If the vehicle is parked after being driven on salt treated roads the braking efficiency sho...

Page 457: ...rol of the vehicle and cause an accident as a result Do not turn off the engine while the vehicle is in motion Brakes Downhill grades When driving down long and steep grades relieve the load on the br...

Page 458: ...r or a leak in the system may be the reason for low brake fluid in the reservoir Have the brake system inspected immediately Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center All checks and service work on t...

Page 459: ...and braking accordingly during this break in period Excessive high demand braking will cause correspondingly high brake wear Please be attentive to the brake warning lamp in the instrument cluster and...

Page 460: ...ng ingested by the engine through the air intake causing severe internal engine damage Any such damage is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Driving abroad If you plan to drive the vehi...

Page 461: ...f an external antenna Emission control Certain systems of the engine serve to keep the toxic components of the exhaust gases within permissible limits required by law These systems will function prope...

Page 462: ...ages will appear in the multifunction display while you are driving or when you switch on the ignition example service A Next Service A in XXX miles km Next Service A in XXX days Service A Due The mai...

Page 463: ...disconnected the days of disconnection will not be included in the count shown by the maintenance service indicator To arrive at the true maintenance service deadline you will need to subtract these...

Page 464: ...washing reduces and or eliminates the aggressiveness and potency of the above adverse influences More frequent washings are necessary to deal with unfavorable conditions Rnear the ocean Rin industria...

Page 465: ...des Benz approved Paint Care should be applied when water drops on the paint surface do not bead up This should normally be done every 3 to 5 months depending on the climate and washing detergent used...

Page 466: ...xterior rear view mirrors prior to running the vehicle through an automatic car wash to prevent damage to the mirrors X When taking the vehicle through an automatic conveyor type car wash Make sure th...

Page 467: ...of the bumpers surrounding the sensors 2 X Restart the engine after cleaning sensor cover 1 and sensors 2 Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors Parktronic system sensors are located in the front and...

Page 468: ...essure cleaner Rwith a dry cloth and strong pressure Rwith aggressive cleaning agents You could otherwise damage the camera Cleaning the windshield in front of the Night View Assist camera G Warning P...

Page 469: ...ch off the ignition G Warning For safety reasons switch off wipers and remove SmartKey from starter switch vehicles with KEYLESS GO Make sure the vehicle s on board electronics have status 0 before cl...

Page 470: ...d Mercedes Benz approved Wheel Care products take care not to spray them on the brake disks Plastic and rubber parts X Use a gentle dishwashing detergent or mild detergent for delicate fabrics as a wa...

Page 471: ...t leather upholstery is a natural product and is therefore subject to a natural aging process Leather upholstery may also react to certain ambient influences such as high humidity or high temperature...

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Page 473: ...messages in the multifunction display 475 What to do if 527 Unlocking locking manually 539 Replacing SmartKey batteries 541 Replacing bulbs 543 Replacing wiper blades 545 Flat tire 547 Battery 551 Jum...

Page 474: ...n the right side storage pocket secured by a tensioning strap 1 Tensioning strap 2 First aid kit X Loosen tensioning strap 1 First aid kit 2 can be removed Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is loc...

Page 475: ...he lower plate all the way into the openings of base plate 3 For information on where to place wheel chocks when changing a wheel see Lifting the vehicle Y page 547 Jack G Warning Only use the jack su...

Page 476: ...the trunk floor before closing the trunk 1 Spare wheel 2 Vehicle tool kit box 3 Spare wheel mounting X Remove spare wheel mounting 3 by turning it counterclockwise i Vehicle tool kit box 2 can only be...

Page 477: ...orrect the condition that caused the message to appear G Warning All categories of messages contain important information which should be taken note of and where a malfunction is indicated addressed a...

Page 478: ...sult of heavy precipitation Rthe radar sensor system is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations toll stations speed measuring systems...

Page 479: ...sages Possible cause consequence Possible solution PRE SAFE Function Limited See Oper Manual The PRE SAFE Brake is unavailable due to a malfunction The BAS Plus may also be unavailable X Contact an au...

Page 480: ...nger door X Remove child and child restraint from front passenger seat and properly secure the child in rear seat employing the child restraint if necessary X Make sure no objects which apply suppleme...

Page 481: ...to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the front passenger seat again Depending on the front passenger classification sensed by t...

Page 482: ...t the vehicle X Keep the seat unoccupied close the passenger door and switch on the ignition Monitor the 59 indicator lamp right of the instrument cluster Y page 51 and the multifunction display in th...

Page 483: ...icator lamp remains illuminated with an adult occupant on the front passenger seat even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any passenger use the front passenger seat until the sys...

Page 484: ...ing temperature range Rthe battery voltage is insufficient X If necessary clean the DISTRONIC Plus cover in the radiator grille Y page 465 X Restart the vehicle X Try activating the DISTRONIC Plus aga...

Page 485: ...ted because the area around the sensors in the front or the rear bumper is dirty X Clean the front and rear bumper Y page 465 The Park Assist is deactivated because the battery voltage is insufficient...

Page 486: ...ed because the battery voltage is insufficient X Have the battery checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center The Blind Spot Assist is switched off because the radar sensor system is temporarily ino...

Page 487: ...is temporarily inoperative due to electromagnetic interference near television and radio transmitter stations toll stations speed measuring systems etc X Wait to see if the interference is temporary...

Page 488: ...ble solution Apply Brake to Shift from P You have attempted to shift the automatic transmission into drive position D reverse gear R or neutral position N without depressing the brake pedal X Depress...

Page 489: ...cle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Do not drive any further X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or call Roadside Assistance Servi...

Page 490: ...e designated times mileage will result in vehicle damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Tires Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Tire Pressures Displayed...

Page 491: ...ith a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose control of the vehicle Continued driving with a flat tire will cause excessive heat build up and possibly a f...

Page 492: ...enz Center or call Roadside Assistance Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the message Check Brake Fluid Level displayed can result in an accident Have your b...

Page 493: ...e getting out of it Y page 333 USA only Canada only EBR ABS and ESP Inoperative See Oper Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS the BAS Plus the...

Page 494: ...nly Canada only Service See Oper Manual CL 600 and CL 65 AMG only The brake system sensors are malfunctioning The brake system continues to function normally with full brake force boost X Continue dri...

Page 495: ...ull handle of electronic parking brake or X Drive off carefully X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible To engage X Switch off ignition and press handle for electronic parking...

Page 496: ...electronic parking brake or X Drive off carefully or X Press handle for electronic parking brake until the warning message in the multifunction display disappears USA only Canada only Parking Brake S...

Page 497: ...example due to overvoltage or undervoltage X Drive off carefully X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible In the event of overvoltage or undervoltage X Remove the cause of the...

Page 498: ...the electronic parking brake cannot be engaged X Shift the automatic transmission to park position P Y page 336 X Protect vehicle from rolling away while parked by using a chock from the vehicle tool...

Page 499: ...rake is malfunctioning braking action is restricted While driving X Release the handle for electronic parking brake While at a standstill X Switch off ignition and press handle for electronic parking...

Page 500: ...mp for the electronic parking brake comes on You have tried to release the electronic parking brake but the ignition was not switched on X Switch on the ignition Check Brake Pad Wear The brake pads ha...

Page 501: ...brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS the BAS Plus the ESP the PRE SAFE system and the PRE SAFE Brake are unavailable The self diagnosis may not be comple...

Page 502: ...addition the yellow ESP warning lamp v comes on The ABS may not be operational and the following systems are not available RBAS and BAS Plus RPRE SAFE Brake RDISTRONIC Plus RCruise control RHill start...

Page 503: ...e brake pedal while braking The BAS Plus and the PRE SAFE Brake are also not available X Continue driving with added caution X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as...

Page 504: ...hile driving and this message appears the Electronic Traction System ETS 4 ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes The BAS Plus and the PRE SAFE Brake are also not availa...

Page 505: ...f the left rear passenger s supplemental restraint system may not work properly X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Rear Center SRS Malfunction Service Required C...

Page 506: ...ized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning In the event a malfunction of the SRS is indicated as outlined above the SRS may not be operational For your safety we strongly recommend that you contact an author...

Page 507: ...sing oil The ABC message is continuously shown X Stop your vehicle in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the electronic parking brake X Call Roadside Assistance or X Contact an...

Page 508: ...ait until the message disappears from the multifunction display You may then drive off STOP Car Too Low The AIRMATIC is malfunctioning X Stop and press the vehicle level control switch to select a hig...

Page 509: ...Y page 380 X Wait until the message Night View Assist Available Again appears In addition you can X Swing the camera cover down Y page 466 X Adjust the air distribution of the climate control so that...

Page 510: ...R X Turn the exterior lamp switch to or B Y page 316 X Shift the automatic transmission to park position P neutral position N or drive position D Y page 335 Night View Assist Only When It Is Dark You...

Page 511: ...at backrest audibly engage into the driving position Shift to P You have attempted to turn off the engine with the KEYLESS GO start stop button and opened the driver s door with the automatic transmis...

Page 512: ...switch Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle X If necessary remove KEYLESS GO button from the starter switch Y...

Page 513: ...A SmartKey with KEYLESS GO left in the vehicle was recognized while trying to lock the vehicle from the outside X Take the SmartKey out of the vehicle Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is...

Page 514: ...e vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch Obtain a New Key The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO must be replaced X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Key Does Not Belong to...

Page 515: ...Center G Warning 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 igno...

Page 516: ...c the coolant temperature may rise close to 248 120 G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can cause some fluids which may have leaked into the engine compartment to catch fire You could be...

Page 517: ...due to an inoperative water pump which may result in damage to the engine Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X If it is intact Do not continue to drive the vehicle with this message displayed...

Page 518: ...system X Stop immediately in a safe location or as soon as it is safe to do so and check the poly V belt X If it is broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat due to an inoper...

Page 519: ...d for possible leaks When the message Check Engine Oil at Next Refueling CL 550 4MATIC and CL 63 AMG only or Check Engine Oil Level Add 1 quart Canada 1 Liter CL 600 and CL 65 AMG appears while the en...

Page 520: ...is a risk of damaging the engine or the catalytic converter X Have oil siphoned or drained off Observe all legal requirements with respect to its disposal Reserve Fuel The fuel level has dropped belo...

Page 521: ...er as soon as possible Check Left Cornering Light or Check Right Cornering Light The left or right corner illuminating lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as po...

Page 522: ...er control system Y page 246 X Switch off the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch Y page 316 Check Rear Left Turn Signal or Check Rear Right Turn Signal The left or right rear turn signal lamp is...

Page 523: ...The left or right high beam lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Check Left License Plate Lamp or Check Right License Plate Lamp The left or right li...

Page 524: ...lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Check Front Left Parking Lamp or Check Front Right Parking Lamp The left or righ...

Page 525: ...e Check Rear Left Sidemarker Lamp or Check Rear Right Sidemarker Lamp The rear left or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Check L...

Page 526: ...ing the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Engage the electronic parking brake X Check and correct tire inflation pressure as required Y page 437 X If necessary change...

Page 527: ...abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Engage the electronic parking brake X If necessary change the wheel Y page 547 Check Tire Pressure The tire pressure is too low in one or more tires X Carefully...

Page 528: ...r unevenly adversely affect handling and fuel economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear...

Page 529: ...the ignition have the respective bulb checked and replaced if necessary When you switch on the ignition all lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activa...

Page 530: ...functioning X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability X Read and observe messages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 475 X...

Page 531: ...low ESP warning lamp come on and an acoustic warning sounds The Electronic Brake Proportioning EBP switched off due to a malfunction The ABS the BAS the ESP and PRE SAFE are also switched off The brak...

Page 532: ...page 475 X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not add brake fluid This will not solve the problem G Warning Driving with the brake warning lamp illuminated can result in an accident Have y...

Page 533: ...arning chime for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine You have forgotten to fasten your seat belt X Fasten your seat belt The warning chime stops sounding The red seat belt telltale comes...

Page 534: ...ce The seat belt telltale goes out and the warning chime stops sounding i After 60 seconds with an unfastened seat belt the warning chime stops sounding and the seat belt telltale illuminates continuo...

Page 535: ...el is spinning The cruise control is deactivated and cannot be switched on X Switch the ESP back on Exceptions Y page 70 X If leaving the ESP switched off adapt your speed and driving to the prevailin...

Page 536: ...e instructions increases the risk of an accident Driving systems Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions l PRE SAFE Brake The red distance warning lamp comes on while driving You are to...

Page 537: ...em Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions The yellow fuel tank reserve warning lamp in the fuel gauge comes on while driving The fuel level has gone below the reserve mark X Refuel at the next...

Page 538: ...Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Some states may by law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on C...

Page 539: ...tays illuminated There is a malfunction in the Advanced TPMS X Read and observe messages in the multifunction display Y page 475 X Have the Advanced TPMS checked by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center...

Page 540: ...or approximately 1 minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is ill...

Page 541: ...he front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp remains out have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Do not transport a child on the front passenger seat u...

Page 542: ...he locking knob moves up The driver s door is unlocked X Pull the door handle once more to open the driver s door X Turn mechanical key 2 back and remove it from the driver s door lock Unlocking the t...

Page 543: ...enger door i This procedure does not arm the anti theft alarm system nor does it lock the fuel filler flap Replacing SmartKey batteries If the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged the vehicle can...

Page 544: ...he SmartKey Y page 540 1 Mechanical key 2 Battery compartment X Insert mechanical key 1 into opening X Press mechanical key 1 in direction of arrow Battery compartment 2 is unlatched X Pull battery co...

Page 545: ...explode if you Rtouch or move it when hot Rdrop the bulb Rscratch the bulb Wear eye and hand protection Because of high voltage in Xenon lamps it is dangerous to replace the bulb or repair the lamp an...

Page 546: ...an lint free cloth when handling bulbs RYour hands should be dry and free of oil and grease RIf the newly installed bulb does not come on contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center i Mercedes Benz rec...

Page 547: ...er blades twice a year preferably in the spring and fall Otherwise the windows will not be properly wiped As a result you may not be able to observe surrounding traffic conditions and could cause an a...

Page 548: ...n the wiper arms are in a vertical position Removing wiper blades Do not pull on the wiper blade inserts They could tear X Fold the wiper arm forward until it snaps into place 1 Turning wiper blade 2...

Page 549: ...he automatic transmission into park position P X Turn off the engine X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or X Vehicles with KEYLESS GO Open the driver s door this puts the starter switch in...

Page 550: ...bearing capacity if it is not at its full height Never start the engine when the vehicle is raised Also observe the notes on the jack X Prevent the vehicle from rolling away by blocking wheels with wh...

Page 551: ...that it is always vertical as seen from the side even if the vehicle is parked on an incline X Turn crank 4 clockwise until jack 3 is fully seated in take up bracket 2 and the jack base evenly meets t...

Page 552: ...r light alloy rims 2 Wheel bolt for Minispare wheel located in trunk with Minispare wheel Wheel bolts 2 must be used when mounting the Minispare wheel The use of any wheel bolts other than wheel bolts...

Page 553: ...ure monitor until a full size wheel tire with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle Battery Safety notes A battery should always be sufficiently charged in order to achie...

Page 554: ...tal objects on the battery as this could result in a short circuit Use leak proof batteries only to avoid the risk of acid burns in the event of an accident Take care that you do not become statically...

Page 555: ...the engine and no longer require any electrical consumers The vehicle then uses very little power and the battery is spared If the battery is discharged you must use the mechanical key to unlock the v...

Page 556: ...catalytic converter and may present a fire risk Make sure the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation Make sure the cable clamps do not touch any other metal part while the other end is...

Page 557: ...succeed X While the engine is running switch off several electrical consumers such as the blower X Remove the jumper cables first from negative clamp 1 from ground point and negative terminal 2 then...

Page 558: ...ye bolt Depending on whether you are towing a vehicle or you are being towed the towing eye bolt can be screwed into threaded holes which are located behind covers on each bumper The towing eye bolt i...

Page 559: ...ion in the brake system Rthere is a malfunction in the power supply or in the vehicle s electrical system This is necessary to adequately control the towed vehicle Prior to towing the vehicle with all...

Page 560: ...not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Keep in mind that it is important for the SmartKey to be left in starter switch with the ignition switched off As soon as the SmartKey is removed from...

Page 561: ...n indicator in the multifunction display should be on P X Switch off all electrical consumers X Turn off the engine Fuse box in passenger compartment Do not use sharp objects such as a screwdriver to...

Page 562: ...ver 3 Bracket X CL 63 AMG Remove the control box above the fuse box X Removing cover Take the crank from the Operator s Manual pouch X Loosen screws 1 with crank X Remove bracket 3 X Remove fuse box c...

Page 563: ...r replacing fuses Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 334 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit Y p...

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Page 565: ...equipment 564 Parts service 564 Warranty coverage 564 Identification labels 565 Engine 567 Rims and tires 569 Electrical system 574 Main dimensions 575 Weights 576 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 577 Te...

Page 566: ...should be installed Do not use non genuine Mercedes Benz parts and accessories not authorized by Mercedes Benz Doing so could damage the vehicle which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warr...

Page 567: ...ication labels 1 Certification label on driver s door B pillar The Vehicle Identification Number VIN can be found in the following locations Ron the certification label Rembossed underneath a cover be...

Page 568: ...ind the rear center armrest X Open the cover VIN 4 is now visible All models except AMG vehicles 5 Engine number engraved on engine 6 VIN on lower edge of windshield 7 Emission control information lab...

Page 569: ...49 382 hp 6000 rpm 285 kW 6000 rpm 11 510 hp 5000 rpm 380 kW 5000 rpm 11 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 391 lb ft 2800 rpm 4800 rpm 530 Nm 2800 rpm 4800 rpm 612 lb ft 1800 rpm 3500 rpm 830 Nm 1800 r...

Page 570: ...518 hp 6800 rpm 386 kW 6800 rpm 13 603 hp 4800 rpm 5100 rpm 450 kW 4800 rpm 5100 rpm 13 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 465 lb ft 5200 rpm 630 Nm 5200 rpm 738 lb ft 2000 rpm 4000 rpm 1000 Nm 2000 rpm...

Page 571: ...nter A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pressure information for driving at high speeds...

Page 572: ...t alloy 8 5 J x 18 H2 8 5 J x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires14 15 255 45 R18 99H M S Winter tires14 15 16 255 45 R18 99V M S 255 45 R18 99V M S 14 Radial ply tires 15...

Page 573: ...res17 18 19 255 45 R18 99V M S AMG rims light alloy 8 5 J x 19 H2 8 5 J x 19 H2 Wheel offset 1 69 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires17 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M S Winter tires17 18 19 255 4...

Page 574: ...9 in 43 mm 1 69 in 43 mm All season tires20 255 45 R18 99H M S 255 40 R19 100V XL Extra Load M S 255 35 ZR20 XL Extra Load Rear axle Rims light alloy 9 5 J x 18 H2 9 5 J x 19 H2 AMG rims light alloy 9...

Page 575: ...lues given in this Operator s Manual inflate the tire to the recommended tire inflation pressure given on the yellow label on the spare wheel rim i Please note that the tire inflation pressure of the...

Page 576: ...h 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah 12 V 35 Ah Battery for electrical consumers 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 95 Ah Spark plugs Type NGK PLKR 7A Bosch Y 7 MPP33 NGK IFR 6Q G NGK ILZKAR 7A10 NGK IFR 6Q G E...

Page 577: ...2139 mm 84 2 in 2139 mm Overall vehicle height vehicles with 18 in rims 58 5 in 1485 mm Overall vehicle height vehicles with 19 in rims 56 1 in 1426 mm Overall vehicle height vehicles with 20 in rims...

Page 578: ...Weights 576 Weights Model All models Trunk load max 220 lb 100 kg Technical data...

Page 579: ...the environment Keep service fluids out of the reach of children For health reasons you should prevent service fluids from coming into direct contact with your skin or clothing If a service fluid is...

Page 580: ...luid Chevron Texaco PSF 9109 CL 600 CL 65 AMG 1 3 US qt 1 2 l Brake system 0 63 US qt 0 6 l MB Brake Fluid DOT 4 Cooling system CL 550 4MATIC approx 12 7 US qt 12 0 l MB 325 0 Anticorrosion Antifreeze...

Page 581: ...ers of a specification other than those expressly required for the Maintenance System or changing of oil and oil filter at change intervals longer than those called for by the Maintenance System will...

Page 582: ...reducing the system s efficiency Therefore the brake fluid must be replaced regularly Refer to your vehicle s Maintenance Booklet for replacement interval Only brake fluid approved by Mercedes Benz i...

Page 583: ...stance to spark knock boiling range vapor pressure etc Gasoline additives A major concern among engine manufacturers is carbon build up caused by gasoline Mercedes Benz recommends only the use of qual...

Page 584: ...on protection the solution must be at least 50 anticorrosion antifreeze equivalent to freeze protection to approximately 35 37 If you use a solution that is more than 55 anticorrosion antifreeze freez...

Page 585: ...o not spill washer solvent antifreeze on hot engine parts because it may ignite and burn You could be seriously burned X Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit X Mix with water for temperat...

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Page 587: ...z ca Canada only G Warning To help avoid personal injury be extremely careful when performing any service work or repairs Improper or incomplete service or the use of incorrect or inappropriate parts...

Page 588: ...Order no 6515 2274 13 Part no 216 584 36 81 Edition A 2009 2165843681 2165843681...

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