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Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class, Operator'S Manual

The Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class Operator's Manual is a comprehensive and essential guide for owners of this luxurious vehicle. Available for free download from manualshive.com, this manual provides detailed instructions and valuable insights to help you maximize your driving experience and maintain your vehicle's peak performance.

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Power tilt/sliding sunroof

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Synchronizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202

Power washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292

Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Door windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Hinged quarter windows . . . . . . . . 126
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Rear door window, Blocking
operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Synchronizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Practical hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300

Preglow indicator lamp . . . . . . . . . . . 130
PRE-SAFE

®

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Messages in the multifunction
display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309

Problems

While driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
With vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Product information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Production options weight . . . . . . . . 275

Program mode selector switch

Automatic shift program . . . . . . . . 141

Proximity key

see Key, SmartKey                                   

PSI (air pressure unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . 275

Push-start

see Tow-start                                           

R

Radio

Selecting stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149

Radio transmitters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287

Rear axle oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400

Rear center console . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222

Rear doors

Child safety locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73

Rear door window

Blocking operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Rear fog lamp

see Fog lamps                                          

Rear lamps

see Tail lamps                                          

Rear seats

see Seats                                                 

Rear view camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173

cleaning the lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294

Rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . 199

Rear window wiper/washer . . . . . . . 123

Recommended tire inflation

pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 259, 275

Recovery services, Stolen vehicle

(Tele Aid) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236

Refilling

AdBlue

®

 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 375

Refrigerant, air conditioning . . . . . . 402

Refueling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245

Regular checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247

Reminder, Seat belt

see Seat belts, Telltale                             

Remote control

see Key, SmartKey                                   

Remote door unlock (Tele Aid) . . . . . 236

Replacing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356

Brake lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
High-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 356
High-mounted brake lamp . . . . . . . 356
License plate lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Low-beam headlamps . . . . . . . . . . 356
Parking lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Side marker lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Standing lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Tail lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Turn signal lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356

Reporting safety defects . . . . . . . . . . 23

Research Octane Number

see RON                                                   

Reserve fuel

Messages in the multifunction
display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Reset button . . . . . . . . . . . . 31, 144, 152

Restraint systems

see Occupant safety                                

Rims . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275, 394

Roadside Assistance . . . . . . . . . . 21, 234

Index

Summary of Contents for 2009 R-Class

Page 1: ...R Class Operator s Manual ...

Page 2: ...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 information you may find useful X This symbol points to instructions for you to follow X A number of these symbols appearing in succession indicates a multiple step procedure Y page This symbol tells you...

Page 3: ...easure 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 reference RPlease follow the recommendations contained in this manual They are designed to acquaint you with the operation of your Mercedes Benz RPlease pay attention to the warnings and cautions contai...

Page 4: ...2 Index 3 Introduction 19 At a glance 25 Safety and security 43 Controls in detail 83 Operation 243 Practical hints 299 Technical data 389 Contents ...

Page 5: ...multifunction display 310 Safety guidelines 47 Side impact 49 Window curtain 50 Air conditioning refrigerant and lubricant 402 Air distribution 183 196 Air filter 332 AIRMATIC 166 Comfortable driving style 166 Messages in the multifunction display 322 Sporty driving style 166 Suspension tuning 166 Vehicle level control 167 AIRMATIC Compass menu 151 Air pressure see Tire inflation pressure Air pres...

Page 6: ...em 77 Batteries SmartKey Checking condition 88 Replacing 355 Battery Vehicle Charging 379 Jump starting 380 Messages in the multifunction display 330 Bead tire 274 Beverage holders see Cup holders Bleeding the fuel system diesel engine 374 BlueTEC AdBlue tank 375 401 Brake fluid Messages in the multifunction display 320 Brake lamps Cleaning lenses 294 High mounted brake lamp 357 Replacing bulbs 35...

Page 7: ...8 Cold tire inflation pressure 274 Collapsible tire spare wheel 396 Collapsible wheel chock 300 COMAND system see separate COMAND system operating instructions Combination switch 118 Comfort submenu Easy entry exit feature 159 Fold in function for exterior rear view mirrors 159 Compass Calling up 241 Control system 145 Multifunction display 146 Multifunction steering wheel 145 Resetting to factory...

Page 8: ...ocking SmartKey 84 Locking unlocking from outside 84 Messages in the multifunction display 323 Opening from inside 88 Remote door unlock Tele Aid 236 Unlocking Mechanical key 353 DOT Department of Transportation 274 Drinking and driving 279 Driving Abroad 287 Hydroplaning 282 Instructions 129 279 In winter 278 Problems 133 Safety systems 75 Systems 163 Through standing water 282 Driving and parkin...

Page 9: ...er 402 ESP Electronic Stability Program 77 4 ETS 78 Messages in the multifunction display 307 320 Trailer stabilization 79 Warning lamp 346 ETD Emergency Tensioning Device 62 Safety guidelines 47 Express operation Panorama roof 203 Power windows 125 Tilt sliding sunroof 200 Exterior lamp switch 115 Exterior rear view mirrors 111 Fold in function 159 Power folding 113 Exterior view of vehicle 26 F ...

Page 10: ...ment 386 G Garage door opener 40 237 Gasoline see Fuel GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 274 Gear range Automatic transmission 140 Indicator 140 Limiting 142 Shifting into optimal 142 Gear selector lever 136 Cleaning 296 Gearshift pattern 136 Messages in the multifunction display 316 317 Shifting procedure 138 Transmission position indicator 138 Transmission positions 138 Generator see Alternator Glob...

Page 11: ...estraint systems see Children in the vehicle Inflation pressure see Tires Inflation pressure Inside door handle 88 Instrument cluster 30 143 Illumination 144 Lamps 340 Multifunction display 146 Instrument lighting see Instrument cluster Illumination Instrument panel see Instrument cluster Instruments and controls see Cockpit Interior lighting Delayed shut off 158 Emergency lighting 121 Front 120 F...

Page 12: ...f 38 49 350 351 Fuel tank reserve 33 347 High beam headlamps 33 Instrument cluster 340 Seat belt telltale 33 343 SRS 45 345 Turn signals 31 Language selecting 154 LATCH type child seat anchors see Children in the vehicle License plate lamps 357 Messages in the multifunction display 335 Replacing bulbs 356 Light alloy wheels cleaning 295 Lighter see Cigarette lighter Lighting 115 Daytime running la...

Page 13: ...on 316 317 Battery 330 Brake fluid 320 Brake pads 319 Coolant 326 327 329 Corner illuminating front fog lamps 336 Cruise control 315 Display malfunction 305 Doors 323 EBP 320 Engine oil 331 ESP 307 320 Fog lamps 334 335 Front passenger front air bag 310 Gas cap 332 Gear selector lever 316 317 High beam lamps 334 Hood 323 License plate lamps 335 Light sensor 335 Low beam lamps 335 Parking brake 320...

Page 14: ...fety 22 Ornamental moldings cleaning 293 Outside temperature see Displays Overhead control panel 40 P Paintwork cleaning 292 Paintwork code 391 Panic alarm 75 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel 203 Cleaning 295 Operation 203 Roller sunblinds 203 Synchronizing 205 Parcel nets 208 Parking 133 Parktronic 170 Parking brake 134 282 Messages in the multifunction display 320 Parking position Tra...

Page 15: ... fog lamp see Fog lamps Rear lamps see Tail lamps Rear seats see Seats Rear view camera 173 cleaning the lens 294 Rear window defroster 199 Rear window wiper washer 123 Recommended tire inflation pressure 259 275 Recovery services Stolen vehicle Tele Aid 236 Refilling AdBlue 375 Refrigerant air conditioning 402 Refueling 245 Regular checks 247 Reminder Seat belt see Seat belts Telltale Remote cont...

Page 16: ...tive setting see Key SmartKey Selector lever see Gear selector lever Self test BabySmartTM 57 OCS 54 Tele Aid 232 Service see Maintenance Service parts 390 Service and warranty information 20 Service intervals see Maintenance System Service indicator Service life tires 254 Settings Control system menus and submenus 147 Date 155 Factory setting SmartKey 85 87 Individual vehicle 152 Memory function ...

Page 17: ...356 Tar stains 292 Technical data Air conditioning refrigerant 402 Brake fluid 403 Capacities fuels coolants lubricants etc 400 Coolant 406 Dimensions 398 Electrical system 397 Engine 393 Engine oil additives 402 Engine oils 402 Fuel requirements 403 Gasoline additives 404 Identification labels 391 Premium unleaded gasoline 403 Rims and tires 394 Spare wheel 396 Washer and headlamp cleaning system...

Page 18: ...used 275 Problems under overinflation 260 Retreads 252 Rims and tires technical data 394 Rotation 276 Run Flat Indicator 262 Service life 254 Sizes 394 Snow chains 277 Speed rating 268 275 Storing 254 Temperature 260 273 Terminology 273 Tire Identification Number 275 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 263 TPMS low tire pressure malfunction telltale 349 Traction 272 276 Tread 276 Tread depth 254 ...

Page 19: ...wheel change 372 Modifications and alterations Operating safety 22 Towing 382 Vehicle jack see Jack Vehicle level control see AIRMATIC Vehicle lighting 115 Vehicle loading Cargo tie down rings 208 Instructions 206 Load limit 257 Roof rack 207 Terminology 273 Vehicle maximum load on the tire 276 Vehicle Recovery services Stolen Tele Aid 236 Vehicle status message memory 151 Vehicle tool kit 300 Veh...

Page 20: ...ield Cleaning wiper blades 295 Washer fluid 123 407 Wipers 122 Windshield wipers Replacing wiper blades 363 Winter driving Snow chains 277 Tires 277 Winter driving instructions 278 Winter tires 277 394 Wood trims cleaning 297 Index ...

Page 21: ...o 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 follow instructions is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty We continuously strive to improve our product and ask for your understanding that we reserve the right to make changes in design...

Page 22: ...hicle or the accumulation of 18000 miles approximately 29000 km on the odometer of the vehicle whichever occurs first a reasonable number of repair attempts is presumed for a retail buyer or lessee if one or more of the following occurs 1 the same substantial defect or malfunction results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven that defect or ...

Page 23: ...orized technician and tow service provider For additional information refer to the Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance Program brochure in the USA or the Roadside Assistance section of the Service and Warranty Information Booklet in Canada in your vehicle literature portfolio Change of address or ownership If you change your address be sure to send in the Change of Address Notice found in the Servic...

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 safe distance from the road Inspect the vehicle underbody and tires wheels for possible damage If the vehicle appears unsafe have it towed to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center or other quali...

Page 25: ...Title 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 could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mercedes Benz USA LLC If NHTSA receives ...

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 owner or lessee Rin response to an official request by law enforcement or other government agency Rfor use in dispute resolution involving Daimler its affiliates or sales service organization and or Ras...

Page 27: ...25 Exterior view 26 Cockpit 28 Instrument cluster 30 Storage compartments 34 Multifunction steering wheel 36 Center console 38 Overhead control panel 40 Door control panel 41 At a glance ...

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

Page 29: ...r tilt sliding panel 203 5 Windshield Cleaning with wiper fluid 122 Cleaning 295 6 Doors Locking and unlocking 84 Function Page Opening 88 Locking and unlocking manually 353 7 Wipers 122 Wiper blades replacing 363 Wiper blades cleaning 295 8 Hood 247 Engine oil 249 Coolant 251 9 Front lamps 357 a Headlamp cleaning system 119 b Front towing eye 382 383 Function Page c Tires and wheels 252 394 Check...

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

Page 31: ...Glove box lid release glove box lock 219 a Glove box 219 b Center console 38 c Power outlet 229 d Starter switch 95 e Steering wheel adjustment manual 109 f Steering wheel adjustment electrical 109 Heated steering wheel 110 Function Page g On board diagnostics OBD socket h Hood lock release 248 j Parking brake release 134 k Parking brake pedal 134 l Door control panel 41 m Exterior lamp switch 115...

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

Page 33: ...ntilock Brake System ABS indicator lamp 341 m Variable speed limiter indicator lamp2 Function Page Brake warning lamp USA only 342 v ESP warning lamp 346 l Distance warning lamp3 3 Brake warning lamp Canada only 342 H Combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale USA only 263 349 2 Lamp without function It illuminates when the ignition is on It should go out when the engine is running 3 ...

Page 34: ...Instrument cluster 32 At a glance ...

Page 35: ...nction indicator lamp USA only 348 A High beam headlamp indicator lamp 118 a Fuel gauge with Fuel tank reserve warning lamp 347 4 Fuel filler flap indicator The fuel filler flap is located on the rear right hand side b Multifunction display with 146 Function Page Outside temperature indicator or digital speedometer depending on selected setting in the control system 149 154 Transmission position i...

Page 36: ...Storage compartments 34 Storage compartments At a glance ...

Page 37: ...cle tool kit spare wheel 300 Function Page 9 Third row storage compartment 219 a Cup holder 224 b Door pocket c Parcel net on driver s seat backrest 208 d Door pocket e Storage compartment in center console 219 f Ashtray 228 Function Page g Cup holders 224 h Front armrest storage compartment telephone tray 219 j Cup holders 224 Rear storage compartment 219 Rear seat ashtray 228 k Cup holders 224 l...

Page 38: ...es to set the volume Function Page Press button to turn the Voice Control System on5 see separate operating instructions 3 Press button è or to select next previous menu 145 Press button j or k briefly to move within a menu to select previous or next track scene or stored station within Audio DVD menu 149 to switch to the phone book and select a name or number within Telephone menu 161 4 Function ...

Page 39: ...r to select previous or next station in station list or wave band within Audio DVD menu 149 to start the quick search in the phone book within Telephone menu 161 Press button 0 to turn the Voice Control System off5 see separate operating instructions 5 Vehicles without Voice Control System Button without function At a glance Z ...

Page 40: ...nger side 108 4 Vehicle level control switch 167 5 Program mode selector switch for automatic transmission 141 Function Page 6 Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp 54 7 Hazard warning flasher switch 119 8 Alarm system indicator lamp 80 9 Parktronic system deactivation switch 172 a Electronic Stability Program ESP switch 78 b Seat heating driver s side 108 c Adaptive Damping System ADS ...

Page 41: ...39 Lower part Function Page 1 Storage compartment 220 2 Ashtray with cigarette lighter 228 3 Cup holders 224 4 Front armrest storage compartment telephone tray 220 5 Card ticket holder bottle opener 224 At a glance Z ...

Page 42: ...sliding panel switch 203 8 Tele Aid emergency call system button 233 Function Page 9 Vehicles without telephone installed Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency call system and Voice Control System see separate operating instructions a Interior rear view mirror 111 b Reading lamps 120 c Garage door opener 237 d Vehicles with telephone installed Hands free microphone for Tele Aid emergency ca...

Page 43: ...ustment 111 4 Selection buttons for exterior rear view mirror adjustment 111 Power folding exterior rear view mirrors 113 5 Switches for opening closing front and rear door windows rear window override switch 125 6 Rear door window override switch 74 7 Hinged quarter window switch 126 8 Remote tailgate release switch power tailgate 91 At a glance Z ...

Page 44: ...42 ...

Page 45: ...43 Vehicle equipment 44 Occupant safety 44 Panic alarm 75 Driving safety systems 75 Anti theft systems 80 Safety and security ...

Page 46: ... head restraints RPreventive occupant safety PRE SAFE RAir bag system components with Front passenger front air bag off indicator lamp USA only Front passenger seat with Occupant Classification System OCS Canada only Front passenger seat with BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system Although the systems are independent their protective functions work in conjunction with each other G Warning Modific...

Page 47: ...y which could also result in injury In addition improper work on the SRS creates a risk of rendering 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 necessary to modify an air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities contact an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 48: ...hand arm injury when the driver s front air bag inflates RAdjust the front passenger seat as far as possible rearward from the dashboard when the seat is occupied ROccupants especially children should never place their bodies or lean their heads in the area of the door where the side impact air bag inflates This could result in serious injuries or death should the side impact air bag be deployed A...

Page 49: ...engers that you replace deployed air bags and repair any malfunctioning air bags to make sure the vehicle will continue to provide supplemental crash protection for occupants Safety guidelines for the seat belt Emergency Tensioning Device ETD and air bag G Warning RDamaged seat belts or seat belts that have been subjected to stress in an accident must be replaced and their anchoring points must al...

Page 50: ...herefore only be performed by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center RFor your protection and the protection of others when scrapping the air bag unit or ETD our safety instructions must be followed These instructions are available from any authorized Mercedes Benz Center RGiven the considerable deployment speed required inflation volume and the material of the air bags t...

Page 51: ...ongitudinal deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment threshold for the front air bags The front passenger front air bag 2 will only be deployed if Rvehicles with OCS USA only the system based on OCS weight sensor readings detects that the front passenger seat is occupied Rthe 59 indicator lamp in the center console is not lit USA only Y page 54 Canada only Y page 56 Rthe impact e...

Page 52: ...ide impact air bags are not deployed in side impacts which do not exceed the system s deployment threshold The side air bags will not deployed in the event of a rollover unless the vehicle s rate of lateral deceleration or acceleration exceeds the preset deployment threshold for the side air bags Vehicles with BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system Canada only Do not place objects heavier than 20...

Page 53: ...fied If the occupant s weight is transferred to another object in the vehicle e g by leaning on armrests the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant s weight category Furthermore the occupant weight may appear to increase or decrease due to the following objects hanging on the seat lodged underneath the seat stuffed between the seat and middle console or the seat and door other pa...

Page 54: ...seat occupant is classified as an adult or someone larger than a small individual the 59 indicator lamp will illuminate for approximately 6 seconds when the engine is started and then go out indicating that the front passenger front air bag is activated If the 59 indicator lamp is illuminated the front passenger front air bag is deactivated and will not be deployed If the 59 indicator lamp is not ...

Page 55: ...at because circumstances require you to do so make sure the 59 indicator lamp is illuminated indicating that the front passenger front air bag is deactivated Should the 59 indicator lamp not illuminate or go out while the restraint is installed please check installation Periodically check the 59 indicator lamp while driving to make sure the 59 indicator lamp is illuminated If the 59 indicator lamp...

Page 56: ... bag system and OCS RDo not place more than 4 4 lb 2 kg into the storage bag on the back of the front passenger seat Otherwise the OCS may not be able to properly approximate the occupant weight category RDo not place objects under and or around the front passenger seat RDo not hang anything from or attach any items to the seats RDo not stuff objects such as books between the front passenger seat ...

Page 57: ... an appropriate infant restraint toddler restraint or booster seat recommended for the size and weight of the child The infant or child restraint must be properly secured with the vehicle s seat belt the seat belt and top tether strap or lower anchors and top tether strap fully in accordance with the child seat manufacturer s instructions Occupants especially children should always sit as upright ...

Page 58: ...straint recommended for the age size and weight of the child and secure child restraint with the vehicle s seat belt according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions G Warning When using a BabySmartTM compatible child seat on the front passenger seat the front passenger front air bag will not deploy only if the 59 indicator lamp remains illuminated Please be sure to check the 59 indicator l...

Page 59: ...d seats which are not BabySmartTM compatible Never place anything between seat cushion and child seat e g pillow since it reduces the effectiveness off the BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system The bottom of the child seat must make full contact with the passenger seat cushion An incorrectly mounted child seat could cause injuries to the child in case of an accident instead of protecting the chi...

Page 60: ...ifications to the seat belts This can lead to unintended activation of the ETDs or to their failure to activate when necessary Do not bleach or dye seat belts as this may severely weaken them In a crash they may not be able to provide adequate protection Have all work carried out only by qualified technicians Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Proper use of seat belts G Warning USE SEAT BE...

Page 61: ...positioned as low as possible on the hips to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen RPlace the seat backrest in a position that is as upright as possible RCheck your seat belt during travel to make sure it is properly positioned 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 RWhen using a seat belt to secure infan...

Page 62: ...t properly secured in the vehicle and or the child is not properly secured in the child restraint G Warning Vehicles with BabySmartTM air bag deactivation system Canada only Children 12 years old and under must never ride in the front seat except in a Mercedes Benz authorized BabySmartTM compatible child seat which operates with the BabySmartTM system installed in the vehicle to deactivate the fro...

Page 63: ...height adjuster 1 engages in different positions X Lowering Press and hold release button 2 X Slide seat belt height adjuster 1 downward X Release button 2 and make sure seat belt height adjuster 1 engages into place Releasing the seat belts X Press seat belt release button 4 Y page 61 Allow the retractor to completely rewind the seat belt by guiding the latch plate 2 Y page 61 Make sure the seat ...

Page 64: ... is flashing again if the vehicle speed once exceeds 15 mph 25 km h The seat belt telltale will only go out if both the driver s and the front passenger s seat belt with the front passenger seat occupied are fastened or the vehicle is standing still and a front door is opened For more information see Practical hints Y page 343 Emergency Tensioning Device ETD seat belt force limiter The seat belts ...

Page 65: ...ons e g when the vehicle is understeering or oversteering because it has exceeded its physical limitations When you are driving faster than 22 mph 35 km h PRE SAFE takes the following measures in such situations RThe front seat belts are pre tensioned automatically RVehicles with front passenger seat memory function If the passenger seat is in an unfavorable position it will be adjusted to a bette...

Page 66: ...active head restraints see Resetting activated head restraints Y page 354 You cannot remove the active head restraint on the driver s and front passenger s seats G Warning Only use seat or head restraint covers which have been tested and approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle model Using other seat or head restraint covers may interfere with or prevent the activation of the active head restrai...

Page 67: ...gs 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 seat 3 or near any moving parts while seat 3 is being adjusted X Position steering wheel 1 properly See Y page 109 for manual adjustment and Y page 109 for electrical adjustment G Observe Safety notes see page 108 Make...

Page 68: ... 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 If children open a door they could injure other persons or get out of the vehicle and injure themselves or be injured by following traffic Do not expose the child restraint system to direct sunlight The ...

Page 69: ... accordance with the manufacturer s instructions for the child restraint that complies with U S Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 213 and 225 and Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards 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 with the restraint...

Page 70: ...gy installed in your vehicle The only means to completely eliminate this risk is to never place a child in a rear facing child restraint in the front seat We therefore strongly recommend that you always place a child in a rear facing child restraint in a backseat RIf you must install a rear facing child restraint on the front passenger seat because circumstances require you to do so make sure the ...

Page 71: ... event of an accident Installation of infant and child restraint systems This vehicle is equipped with tether anchorages for a top tether strap at each of the rear seat backrests The tether anchorage ring of the second row middle seat is located on the rear of the seat base Y page 71 G Observe Safety notes see page 66 Outboard second row and third row seats 1 Anchorage ring covers X Press in lower...

Page 72: ...ush backwards until it engages audibly An outboard second row seat is locked properly only when the lock status indicator is in hinged position and the red marking is barely visible Y page 102 G Warning After installing top tether straps make sure the seats are locked properly the seat backrests are in an upright position and they are locked properly An outboard second row seat is locked properly ...

Page 73: ...position can prevent the folding forward of the outboard second row seats which can obstruct access to and exit from the third row seats In case of an accident it will be difficult for occupants of the third row seats to leave the vehicle Serious injuries could result Install a child seat in one of the outboard seating positions according to the installation instructions if access to the third row...

Page 74: ...e top tether strap can pass freely between the head restraint and top of the seat backrest X Install the child restraint system and tighten the top tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions Child seat anchors LATCH type This vehicle is equipped with two LATCH type anchors at each of the outboard second row seats and third row seats for the installation of a LATCH ty...

Page 75: ...e ring covers 3 from the third row seat on which a child seat is to be installed 4 Anchors third row seats X Install a LATCH type child seat according to the manufacturer s instructions A rigid connection between the child seat and the body of the vehicle is established Child safety Child safety locks G Observe Safety notes see page 66 G Warning Children could open a rear door from the inside This...

Page 76: ...elves e g by becoming trapped in the window opening 1 Override switch X Activating Press override switch 1 The switch engages in recessed position The rear door windows can no longer be operated using the respective switch located in the rear doors It is still possible to operate the rear door windows using the switches located on the door control panel of the driver s door X Deactivating Press ov...

Page 77: ...e equipment X Activating Press and hold button 1 for at least 1 second An audible alarm and flashing exterior lamps will operate briefly X Deactivating Press button 1 again or X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch or X Press the KEYLESS GO start stop button The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO must be inside the vehicle Driving safety systems Introduction This section contains information about the ...

Page 78: ...eels do not lock during braking This allows you to maintain the ability to steer your vehicle The ABS is functional above a speed of approximately 5 mph 8 km h independent of road surface conditions On slippery road surfaces the ABS will respond even to light brake pressure The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when you switch on the ignition It goes out when the engine is running ...

Page 79: ... line braking without a loss of vehicle stability G Warning If the EBP malfunctions the brake system will still function with full brake boost However the rear wheels could lock up during emergency braking situations for example You could lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident Adapt your driving style to the changed driving characteristics ESP G Observe Safety notes see page 75 The Elec...

Page 80: ...em which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty The ESP will only function properly if you use wheels of the recommended tire size as specified in the Technical data section of this Operator s Manual i The cruise control switches off automatically when the ESP engages For more information see the Practical hints section Y page 306 and Y page 346 Electronic Traction System 4 ETS G Obs...

Page 81: ... off G Warning When the ESP warning lamp v is illuminated continuously the ESP is switched off or is not operational due to a malfunction Vehicle stability in standard driving maneuvers is reduced Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road conditions and to the non operating status of the ESP Avoid spinning of a drive wheel for an extended period with the ESP switched off This may cause s...

Page 82: ...h on the ignition i Starting the engine will also deactivate the immobilizer In the 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 0100 in Canada Anti theft alarm system Once the alarm system has been armed a visual and audible alarm is triggered...

Page 83: ... vehicle with 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 approximately 40 seconds unless you open a door or the tailgate Canceling the alarm To cancel the alarm do one of the following X Insert the SmartKey in the starter switch X Press button k or j...

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Page 85: ...parking 129 Automatic transmission 136 Transfer case 143 Instrument cluster 143 Control system 145 Driving systems 163 Overview of climate control sys tem functions and air vents 175 Climate control 178 3 zone automatic climate control 186 Rear window defroster 199 Power tilt sliding sunroof 200 Panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel 203 Loading and storing 206 Useful features 224 Controls in...

Page 86: ...stem is armed All doors and the tailgate must be closed If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey the batteries in the SmartKey are discharged the SmartKey is malfunctioning or the vehicle battery is drained RCheck the batteries in the SmartKey and replace them if necessary RUse the mechanical key to unlock the driver s door RUse the mechanical key to lock the vehicle RHave the ve...

Page 87: ...erate the equipment Factory setting X Global unlocking Press button k The vehicle will lock again automatically and rearm the anti theft alarm system within approximately 40 seconds of unlocking if neither door nor tailgate is opened X Global locking Press button j Selective setting If you frequently travel alone you may wish to reprogramm the SmartKey so that pressing button k only unlocks the dr...

Page 88: ...he SmartKey with KEYLESS GO like a normal SmartKey Y page 84 RYou can combine KEYLESS GO functions with normal SmartKey functions e g unlocking with KEYLESS GO and locking with button j RAlways carry the SmartKey with you RNever store the SmartKey together with Electronic items such as a mobile phone or another SmartKey Metallic objects such as coins or metal foil Doing so could impair the functio...

Page 89: ...n the vehicle one SmartKey outside the vehicle If you leave the SmartKey behind when exiting and locking the vehicle no message appears in the multifunction display Possibility 2 One SmartKey in the vehicle no SmartKey outside the vehicle When exiting and trying to lock the vehicle the message Key Detected In Vehicle appears in the multifunction display The vehicle will not be locked Factory setti...

Page 90: ...se your SmartKey or mechanical key you should do the following X Have the SmartKey deactivated by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Report the loss of the SmartKey or the mechanical key to your car insurance company immediately X Have the mechanical lock replaced if necessary Any authorized Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to supply you with a replacement Opening the doors from the inside You ...

Page 91: ...ide 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 switches do not lock or unlock the fuel filler flap The switches are located in each front door 1 Central unlocking switch 2 Central locking switch X Locking Press central locking switch 2 If all doors and the tailgate are closed the vehicle locks X Unl...

Page 92: ...nt opening when closing the tailgate Be especially careful when small children are around When leaving the vehicle always remove the SmartKey from the starter switch take it with you and lock the vehicle Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle or with access to an unlocked vehicle A child s unsupervised access to a vehicle could result in an accident and or serious personal injury 1 Handle...

Page 93: ...e tailgate is closed when the engine is running and while driving Among other dangers deadly carbon monoxide CO gases may enter vehicle interior resulting in unconsciousness and death The tailgate swings open upwards automatically Always make sure there is sufficient overhead clearance A minimum height clearance of 7 20 ft 2 20 m is required to open the tailgate In vehicles with power tailgate you...

Page 94: ...e tailgate Be especially careful when small children are around To stop the closing procedure do one of the following RPress button i on the SmartKey RPress or pull the remote tailgate opening closing switch on the driver s door RPress the tailgate closing switch RPress the KEYLESS GO locking closing switch In vehicles with power tailgate you can close the tailgate separately from the outside usin...

Page 95: ...GO locking closing switch In vehicles with power tailgate and KEYLESS GO you can close the tailgate and lock the vehicle simultaneously from the outside using the KEYLESS GO locking closing switch 1 KEYLESS GO locking closing switch X Make sure you have the SmartKey with you X Press KEYLESS GO locking closing switch 1 briefly The tailgate closes automatically Depending on production date an acoust...

Page 96: ... page 66 G Warning Maintain sight of the area around the rear of the vehicle while operating the tailgate with the door mounted remote tailgate switch Monitor the closing procedure carefully to make sure no one is in danger of being injured To interrupt the closing procedure press or pull the door mounted remote tailgate switch or press button i on the SmartKey In vehicles with power tailgate you ...

Page 97: ...ers e g radio Ignition power supply for all electrical consumers and driving position Starting position When you switch on the ignition all lamps except high beam headlamp indicator lamp and turn signal indicator lamps unless activated in the instrument cluster come on If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on have it checked and replaced if necessary If...

Page 98: ...S GO start stop button does not need to be removed from the starter switch when you leave the vehicle However always take the SmartKey with you when you leave the vehicle As long as the SmartKey is in the vehicle the vehicle s electrical systems can be switched on or the engine can be started using the KEYLESS GO start stop button The SmartKey must be located in the vehicle 1 KEYLESS GO start stop...

Page 99: ...le Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat belts provide the best restraint when the wearer is in a position that is as upright...

Page 100: ...n drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust 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 This will reduce the potential for injury to the head and neck in the event of an accident or similar situation Do not drive the vehicle without the seat head restraints Head restraints are int...

Page 101: ... up or down in direction of arrow 2 until your upper legs are lightly supported X Head restraint height Press the switch up or down in direction of arrow 1 Head restraint height adjustment manual This feature is only available in vehicles without memory function G Warning For your protection drive only with properly positioned head restraints Adjust the head restraint so that it is as close to the...

Page 102: ... row seats This feature allows for easier access to and exit from the vehicle s third row seats G Warning To help avoid personal injury the second row seat backrests must be properly locked either in the upright position or when using the expanded cargo volume in the fully folded position while the vehicle is in motion 7 seat vehicles Do not use the driver s side easy entry exit feature for third ...

Page 103: ...e when seated on a third row seat pull up and hold easy exit strap 1 The second row seat backrest folds forward X Push second row seat forward a far as it will go Easy entry exit position X Exit the vehicle For information on how to fold down the second row seats completely see Expanding cargo volume Y page 209 Returning outboard second row seats to their original position G Warning When occupants...

Page 104: ...ou could slide under the seat belt during braking vehicle maneuvers or in an accident If you slide under it the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or even fatal injuries Seat unlocked 1 Lock status indicator 2 Red marking When the seat is unlocked lock status indicator 1 is extended and red marking 2 is clearly visible X When the seat is unlocked push seat ...

Page 105: ...the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Rear seat adjustment G Warning Never ride in a moving vehicle with the seat backrest in an excessively reclined position as this can be dangerous You could slide under the seat belt in a collision If you slide under it the seat belt would apply force at the abdomen or neck That could cause serious or fatal injuries The seat backrest and seat...

Page 106: ...rest back lean lightly against the seat backrest X To move seat backrest forward lean forward with handle 1 pulled and held at resistance point The seat backrest will move forward against your back X Release handle 1 when the seat backrest has reached the desired position To make sure the seat backrest has engaged lean firmly against the seat backrest Seat backrest tilt third row seats 1 Adjustmen...

Page 107: ... i The head restraint of the second row middle seat and the third row seat head restraints are adjusted in the same manner i The tilt of the second row head restraints isadjustedinthesamemannerasthefront seat head restraints see Head restraint adjustment Y page 100 The tilt of the head restraint of the second row middle seat and the third row seat head restraints cannot be adjusted Head restraints...

Page 108: ...ng for example and adjusted X Folding up Move the armrest into a vertical position until it engages X Adjusting With the armrest folded up disengage the armrest by pushing it towards the rear slightly X Fold the armrest down to the lowest and then to the desired position until it engages X To readjust the armrest to a higher position move armrest up to the desired position until it engages i To re...

Page 109: ...pletely fold seat backrest 2 forward so that it rests on seat cushion 3 armrest position Armrest position Multicontour seat The multicontour seat has a movable seat cushion and inflatable air cushions built into the seat backrest to provide additional lumbar and side support 1 Seat cushion depth 2 Seat backrest side bolster 3 Seat backrest center 4 Seat backrest bottom X Switch on the ignition X S...

Page 110: ...amps 2 in the seat heating switch 1 are flashing there is insufficient voltage available since too many electrical consumers are turned on The seat heating switches off automatically The seat heating will switch back on again automatically as soon as sufficient voltage is available Multifunction steering wheel Safety notes G Warning Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Adjusting the stee...

Page 111: ...ettings for the seat position and the exterior rear view mirrors Easy entry exit feature This feature allows the driver an easier entry into and exit from the vehicle When entering and exiting the vehicle the steering wheel is in its uppermost position The easy entry exit feature can be activated or deactivated in the Comfort submenu of the control system Y page 158 G Warning You must make sure no...

Page 112: ...ng Let the system complete the adjustment procedure before setting the vehicle in motion All steering wheel adjustment must be completed before setting the vehicle in motion Driving off with the steering wheel still adjusting could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle Heated steering wheel The steering wheel heating warms up the leather area of the steering wheel 1 Switching on 2 Switch...

Page 113: ...information see Auto dimming rear view mirrors Y page 112 Interior rear view mirror antiglare position 1 Lever X Tilt the mirror to the antiglare position by moving lever 1 towards the windshield The interior rear view mirror is dimmed Exterior rear view mirrors G Warning Exercise care when using the passenger side exterior rear view mirror The mirror surface is convex outwardly curved surface for...

Page 114: ...rd hit from front press fold button to fold mirrors in then press fold button again to fold mirrors out Do not force mirrors by hand as this may damage the adjustment mechanism The mirror housing is then properly positioned and you can adjust the mirror in the usual manner i At low ambient temperatures the exterior rear view mirrors will be heated automatically Auto dimming rear view mirrors The e...

Page 115: ...X Fold each exterior rear view mirror out completely Y page 113 When the exterior rear view mirrors fold properly upon locking the vehicle the exterior mirrors are synchronized Otherwise repeat the above steps Folding in and out manually The exterior rear view mirrors can vibrate if they are not folded out completely 1 Button for folding exterior rear view mirrors in and out X Switch on the igniti...

Page 116: ...icontour seat previously saved setting M Memory button 1 2 3 Memory position button Storing positions into memory X Adjust the seats X On the driver s side additionally adjust the steering wheel and exterior rear view mirrors to the desired positions X Press memory button M X Release memory button M and press memory position button 1 2 or 3 within 3 seconds When the settings are stored to the sele...

Page 117: ...cense plate lamps side marker lamps and instrument panel lamps B Low beam headlamps or high beam headlamps Front fog lamps Rear fog lamp i The exterior lamps go out automatically when you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or open the driver s door with the ignition switched off When the parking lamps or the rear fog lamp are switched on and you remove the SmartKey from the starter switch...

Page 118: ...mes X Switching on Turn the exterior lamp switch to position U With the SmartKey in starter switch position 1 or the KEYLESS GO start stop button pressed once the tail and parking lamps the license plate lamps and the side marker lamps will come on and go out depending on the brightness of the ambient light When the engine is running the low beam headlamps the tail and parking lamps the license pl...

Page 119: ...ion C or B the manual headlamp mode has priority over the daytime running lamp mode The corresponding exterior lamps come on Y page 115 Fog lamps Fog lamps cannot be switched on with the exterior lamp switch in position U To switch on the fog lamps turn the exterior lamp switch to position B first G Warning In low ambient lighting or foggy conditions only switch from position U to B with the vehic...

Page 120: ... in the instrument cluster comes on X Switching off Pull the combination switch in direction of arrow 2 to its original position High beam flasher X Switching on Pull the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 2 Turn signals 1 Turn signals right 2 Turn signals left X Press the combination switch in direction of arrow 1 or 2 The corresponding turn signal indicator lamp L or K in the instr...

Page 121: ...running and you have Rswitched on the headlamps and Rthe windshield wipers have wiped the windshield with washer fluid five times The counter resets when you switch off the headlamps For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Washer system and headlamp cleaning system Y page 251 Corner illuminating front fog lamps The corner illuminating front fog lamps improve illumination of the area...

Page 122: ...orner illuminating front fog lamps temporarily come on on both sides of the vehicle if you turn the steering wheel in one direction and then again in the other direction shortly thereafter The corner illuminating front fog lamp remains lit for a maximum of 3 minutes Afterward it goes out even if the turn signal is still switched on Switching off X Switch off the left or right turn signal or X Stee...

Page 123: ...result in a discharged battery X Switching on off front interior lighting Press switch ð X Switching on off rear interior lighting Press switch ò X Switching on off front reading lamps Press respective switch X Emergency lighting When the interior lighting is set to automatic mode the interior lighting is activated automatically if the vehicle is involved in an accident X Switching off Press butto...

Page 124: ...ping occurs on a dry windshield rear window If it is necessary to operate the wipers in dry weather conditions always operate the wipers with washer fluid Combination switch 1 Single wipe Wiping with washer fluid 2 Switching on windshield wipers X Switch on the ignition Windshield wipers Switching on off M Windshield wipers off U Slow intermittent wiping Rain sensor operation with low sensitivity ...

Page 125: ...protects persons getting into or out of the vehicle from being sprayed Intermittent wiping will be continued when all doors are closed and Rthe automatic transmission is in drive position D or reverse gear R or Rthe wiper setting is changed using the combination switch Single wipe X Press the combination switch briefly in direction of arrow 1 to the resistance point The windshield wipers wipe one ...

Page 126: ...the rear window is clean For information on filling up the washer reservoir see Washer system and headlamp cleaning system Y page 251 Problems with wipers If anything blocks the windshield wipers leaves snow etc switch them off immediately For safety reasons stop the vehicle in a safe location and R remove the SmartKey from the starter switch or turn off the engine by pressing the KEYLESS GO start...

Page 127: ...y halted by releasing the switch or if the switch was pulled past the resistance point and released by either pressing or pulling the respective switch The closing of the hinged quarter windows can be immediately halted by pressing or pulling the switch If a window encounters an obstruction that blocks its path in a circumstance where you are closing the windows by pressing and holding button j on...

Page 128: ...ocedure the door window will stop and open slightly However the door window will exert greater force before reversing than when the door window is closed in express operation Please exercise caution X Immediately after the door window has stopped because it was blocked pull the respective switch upwards until the door window is fully closed If the door window is blocked again and opens slightly X ...

Page 129: ...driving off by simultaneously Ropening the door windows Ropening the hinged quarter windows Ropening the tilt sliding sunroof Ropening the panorama roof The Summer opening feature can only be activated via the remote control of the SmartKey The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver s outside door handle X Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver s outside door handle Vehicles ...

Page 130: ... firmly The windows and the tilt sliding sunroof or panorama roof will open for as long as the door handle is held but the door not opened With SmartKey The SmartKey must be in close proximity to the driver s outside door handle X Aim transmitter eye of the SmartKey at the driver s outside door handle Vehicles without panorama roof X Press and hold button j on the SmartKey until the windows and th...

Page 131: ...o objects are obstructing the pedals range of movement Keep the driver s footwell clear of all obstacles If there are any floormats or carpets in the footwell make sure the pedals still have sufficient clearance During sudden driving or braking maneuvers the objects could get caught between the pedals You could then no longer brake or accelerate This could lead to accidents and injury G Warning Wi...

Page 132: ...eglow indicator lamp q goes out turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 3 and release it The engine starts automatically i If the engine is at operating temperature preglow indicator lamp q may not stay on and you can start the engine without preglowing With KEYLESS GO G Warning As long as the SmartKey is in your vehicle the vehicle can be started Therefore never leave children unatten...

Page 133: ... are starting the engine with the SmartKey Turn the SmartKey in the starter switch to position 0 and repeat the starting procedure X If you are starting the engine with KEYLESS GO Close any doors that may be open to allow for better detection of the SmartKey or X Remove the KEYLESS GO start stop button from the starter switch X Start the engine with the SmartKey as radio signals from another sourc...

Page 134: ...angerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park position P or neutral position N if the engine speed is higher than idle speed If your foot is not firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle 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 firmly o...

Page 135: ...le at a safe distance from the roadway X Notify local fire 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 engine mount can be determined X Start the engine in the usual manner Parking G Warning Do not park this vehicle in areas where combustible mate...

Page 136: ... 1 When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running the brake warning lamp USA only or 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster goes out X Engaging Step firmly on parking brake pedal 2 When the engine is running the brake warning lamp USA only or 3 Canada only in the instrument cluster comes on Turning off the engine G Warning Do not turn off the engine before the vehicle has come to a com...

Page 137: ... With the driver s door opened the starter switch is set to position 0 same as the SmartKey removed from the starter switch Y page 95 If you turn off the engine using the KEYLESS GO start stop button and open a front door the automatic transmission will shift into park position P automatically G Warning Keep in mind that turning off the engine alone only will shift the automatic transmission into ...

Page 138: ...yed This allows the catalytic converter gasoline engine or oxidation catalyst diesel engine to heat up more quickly to operating temperature Gear selector lever Gearshift pattern for automatic transmission 1 Button for selecting park position P Á Park position  Reverse gear À Neutral position Drive position G Warning It is dangerous to shift the automatic transmission out of park position P or ne...

Page 139: ...on into park position P before turning off the engine Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious personal injury i Moving the gear selector lever up or down shifts the automatic transmission out of park position P Shifting into neutral position N X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and move the gear selector lever up or down to the...

Page 140: ...tral position N X Release the brake pedal X If engaged release the parking brake X Switch off the ignition and leave the SmartKey in the starter switch Shifting into reverse gear R X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and move the gear selector lever up past the resistance point to select reverse gear R Shifting into drive position D X With the vehicle at a standstill depress...

Page 141: ...ing the automatic transmission could remain locked in park position P X Have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center í Reverse gear Shift the automatic transmission into reverse gear R only when the vehicle is stopped Effect ë Neutral position No power is transmitted from the engine to the drive axle When the brakes are released the vehicle...

Page 142: ...5 mph 9 km h To shift the automatic transmission directly between drive position D and reverse gear R move the gear selector lever past the resistance point up or down Working on the vehicle G Warning When working on the vehicle engage the parking brake and shift the automatic transmission into park position P Otherwise the vehicle could roll away which could result in an accident and or serious p...

Page 143: ...You should only change the program mode when the automatic transmission is in park position P i The last selected program mode C or S is switched on when the engine is restarted X Press the program mode selector switch repeatedly until the letter of the desired program mode appears in the multifunction display Selecting program mode C means RThe vehicle starts out more gentle both forward and reve...

Page 144: ...d overrevving the engine when downshifting the automatic transmission will not shift into a lower gear if the engine s maximum speed would be exceeded Extending gear range X Briefly pull right gearshift control 2 The automatic transmission 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 ...

Page 145: ...You could otherwise seriously damage the brake system or the transfer case which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Because the ESP operates automatically the engine and ignition must be shut off SmartKey in starter switch position 0 or 1 or KEYLESS GO start stop button in position 0 or 1 when the parking brake is being tested on a brake test dynamometer Such testing should be no...

Page 146: ...ted automatically when you switch on the vehicle s exterior lamps i With the exterior lighting switched on the brightness of the switches in the center console will also be adjusted when using button 1 or 3 X To brighten illumination Press and hold button 3 until the desired level of illumination is reached X To dim illumination Press and hold button 1 until the desired level of illumination is re...

Page 147: ...oad conditions permit it to be done safely Bear in mind that at a speed of just 30 mph approximately 50 km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second The control system relays information to the multifunction display Multifunction steering wheel The displays in the multifunction display and the settings in the control system are controlled by the buttons on th...

Page 148: ...io DVD menu for example These functions serve to call up relevant information or to customize the settings for your vehicle It is helpful to think of the menus and the functions within each menu as being arranged in a circular pattern X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly to pass through each menu one after the other X Press button k or j repeatedly to pass through each function display one after the o...

Page 149: ...Control system 147 Menus and submenus Controls in detail Z ...

Page 150: ... j or k to select the functions in the Standard display menu The following functions are available RChecking tire inflation pressure Y page 261 RChecking coolant temperature Y page 148 RCalling up digital speedometer or outside temperature Y page 149 RCalling up maintenance service indicator display Y page 290 Checking coolant temperature G Warning Driving when your engine is overheated can cause ...

Page 151: ... wooded areas or on bridges X Press button j or k repeatedly until the digital speedometer or the outside temperature appears in the multifunction display Digital speedometer Outside temperature Audio DVD menu The functions in the Audio DVD menu operate the audio or video equipment which you have currently turned on If no audio equipment is currently turned on the message AUDIO Off appears in the ...

Page 152: ...e COMAND system operating instructions You can also operate the radio in the usual manner Operating audio devices audio media X Turn on the COMAND system and select the audio device or audio media Refer to separate COMAND system operating instructions X Press button è or ÿ repeatedly until the Audio DVD menu appears in the multifunction display Example illustration 1 Disc number 2 Current track X ...

Page 153: ...driving X Press button è or repeatedly until one of the following messages appears in the multifunction display Vehicles without AIRMATIC Vehicles with AIRMATIC For information on AIRMATIC see AIRMATIC Y page 166 For information on the compass see Vehicle submenu Y page 158 and Compass Y page 241 Vehicle status message memory menu Use the Vehicle status message memory menu to scan malfunction and ...

Page 154: ...ept for high priority messages the vehicle status message memory will be cleared when you switch off the ignition Settings menu Introduction In the Settings menu there are two functions The function To reset press reset button for 3 seconds with which you can reset all the settings to the original factory settings and a collection of submenus with which you can make individual settings for your ve...

Page 155: ...X Scroll down with button ç scroll up with button æ X With the selection marker on the desired submenu use button j to access the individual functions within that submenu X Once within the submenu use button j to move to the next function or button k to move to the previous function within that submenu X Use button æ or ç to change the settings of the respective function The following lists show w...

Page 156: ... language Y page 154 RSelecting display digital speedometer or outside temperature for status indicator Y page 155 Selecting speedometer display mode X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Instrument Cluster submenu X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Display Unit Digital Speedometer appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting X...

Page 157: ...quipped with the COMAND system and navigation module see separate COMAND system operating instructions for information on how to set the time and date Setting the time This function is not available if your vehicle is equipped with the COMAND system and navigation module X Move the selection marker with button æ or ç to the Time Date submenu X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message Clock...

Page 158: ...nning lamp mode Constant With daytime running lamp mode activated and the exterior lamp switch in position M or U the low beam headlamps are switched on when the engine is running In low ambient light conditions the following lamps will come on additionally RParking lamps RTail lamps RLicense plate lamps RSide marker lamps For more information on the daytime running lamp mode see Lighting Y page 1...

Page 159: ... locator lighting feature is activated Setting night security illumination Headlamps delayed shut off feature Use this function to set whether you would like the exterior lamps to remain on for 15 seconds during darkness after exiting the vehicle and closing all doors With the headlamps delayed shut off feature activated and the exterior lamp switch in position U before the engine is turned off th...

Page 160: ... k repeatedly until the message Interior Lighting Delayed Shut off appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting X Press button æ or ç to switch the interior lighting delayed shut off feature On or Off Vehicle submenu Access the Vehicle submenu via the Settings menu Use the Vehicle submenu to set the automatic locking Setting automatic central locking Use this...

Page 161: ...until the message Easy entry Function appears in the multifunction display The selection marker is on the current setting X Press button æ or ç to switch the easy entry feature On or Off Setting fold in function for exterior rear view mirrors Use this function to set the exterior rear view mirrors to be automatically folded in when you lock your vehicle With this function set to On and the exterio...

Page 162: ...witch is turned to position 0 or removed from the starter switch Resetting will not occur if you turn the SmartKey back to position 1 or 2 within this time period Fuel consumption statistics since last reset X Press button ÿ or è repeatedly until the message From Start appears in the multifunction display X Press button j or k repeatedly until the message From Reset appears in the multifunction di...

Page 163: ...km h your vehicle is covering a distance of 44 feet approximately 14 m every second Never operate radio transmitters equipped with 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 electronic system possibly resulting in an accident and or personal injury You ca...

Page 164: ...s until you release the button again The stored names are displayed in ascending or descending alphabetical order 1 Selected name from the phone book X Press button s The control system dials the selected phone number If the connection is successful and this feature is supported by your network provider the name of the party if stored in your phone book you are calling will appear in the multifunc...

Page 165: ...ly e g Cruise 55 Miles RCanada only e g Ñ 90 Km h G Warning The cruise control is a convenience system designed to assist the driver during vehicle operation The driver is and must always remain responsible for the vehicle s speed and for safe brake operation Only use the cruise control if the road traffic and weather conditions make it advisable to travel at a constant speed RThe use of the cruis...

Page 166: ...vary from the speed setting for the cruise control system Setting current speed X Accelerate or decelerate to the desired speed X Briefly lift the cruise control lever in direction of arrow 1 or press in direction of arrow 2 X Remove your foot from the accelerator pedal i On uphill grades the cruise control may not be able to maintain the set speed Once the grade eases the set speed will be resume...

Page 167: ...or down to the resistance point X Briefly lift the cruise control lever up to the resistance point in direction of arrow 1 to increase or press the cruise control lever down to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 to decrease X Release the cruise control lever The new speed is set and the vehicle will accelerate or decelerate Adjustment in 5 mph Canada 10 km h increments i The set speed va...

Page 168: ...utomatic transmission into drive position D or reverse gear R X Release the brake pedal X Carefully depress the accelerator pedal The hill start assist system is inactive Rwhen starting off on a level road or downhill grades Rwith the automatic transmission in neutral position N Rwith the parking brake engaged Rif the ESP has switched off due to a malfunction AIRMATIC The AIRMATIC consists of two ...

Page 169: ...e vehicle can only be lowered with all doors and the tailgate closed Lowering is interrupted if a door or the tailgate is opened and will continue after the door is closed again Keep in mind that on rough or uneven roads adjusting the vehicle to a lower level may cause the vehicle underbody to come in contact with the road and result in damage to the vehicle underbody Always make sure the vehicle ...

Page 170: ...e handling characteristics of the vehicle may be unfavorable i You can select the raised level at speeds up to 25 mph 40 km h At higher speeds the message n Level Selection Not Permitted appears in the multifunction display X Start the engine When indicator lamp 2 is off X Press switch 1 Indicator lamp 2 flashes The vehicle adjusts to the raised level The following message appears in the multifunc...

Page 171: ...ve wheel is spinning due to insufficient traction RWhile driving off apply as little throttle as possible RWhile driving ease up on the accelerator pedal RAdapt your speed and driving style to the prevailing road conditions Failure to observe these guidelines could cause the vehicle to skid The 4MATIC cannot prevent accidents resulting from excessive speed Do not tow with one axle raised Doing so ...

Page 172: ...e snow and slush Clean the sensors regularly being careful not to scratch or damage the sensors see Cleaning the Parktronic system sensors Y page 294 G Warning The Parktronic 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 with the driver G Warning Make sure no persons or anim...

Page 173: ...tects an obstacle in this range all the distance warning segments illuminate and you hear a warning signal If the obstacle is closer than the minimum distance the actual distance may no longer be indicated by the Parktronic system Warning indicators Visual signals indicate to the driver the relative distance between the sensors and an obstacle Front area warning indicator 1 Left side of the vehicl...

Page 174: ...ing will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a constant acoustic warning lasting a maximum of 2 seconds will sound for the second red distance segment The signal is canceled when the automatic transmission is shifted into park position P or the parking brake is engaged RRear area An intermittent acoustic warning will sound as the first red distance segment illuminates and a con...

Page 175: ...erspective or inaccurately or may not display obstacles at all The rear view camera does not relieve you of the responsibility to be cautious take care and pay careful attention The rear view camera may not show objects which are Rvery close to the rear bumper Runder the rear bumper Rabove the tailgate handle You are responsible for safety at all times and must continue to pay attention to the imm...

Page 176: ... is engaged for example during parallel parking 1 Rear view camera X Switching on Switch on the ignition X Switch on the COMAND system X Shift the automatic transmission to reverse gear R The area behind the vehicle appears in the COMAND system display i The area behind the vehicle is shown in the COMAND system display as a mirror image like in the rear view mirror i The image from the rear view c...

Page 177: ...he climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system You can adjust the automatic climate control separately for the driver s and passenger side The 3 zone automatic climate control combines an automatic heating and ventilation system with a cooling system You can adjust the 3 zone automatic climate control separately for each zone in the vehicle The rear a...

Page 178: ...eep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow leaves sticks and any other debris X Always keep all air vents and grilles in the passenger compartment free from obstruction i For draft free ventilation move the adjustable center and side air vents to the middle position Center air vents 1 Left center air vent adjustable 2 Right center air vent adjustable 3 Thumbwheel for air vol...

Page 179: ...witched on or off B pillar air vents Vehicles with 3 zone automatic climate control second row only 1 Side air vent adjustable 2 Thumbwheel for air volume control X Opening closing Turn thumbwheel 2 to the left or to the right Air vents below rear quarter windows Vehicles with 3 zone automatic climate control second and third row only 1 Defrost air vent for rear quarter window fixed 2 Air vent adj...

Page 180: ...ion Recommendation Notes 1 Temperature control driver s side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 183 2 U Air distribution and air volume automatic mode i Switches on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button U comes on Y page 182 Controls in detail ...

Page 181: ...n Y page 182 9 Residual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 185 7 Temperature control passenger side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 183 8 Rear climate control on off or air supply for rear passenger compartment on off USA only Rear climate control on off or air supply for rear passenger compartment on off Canada o...

Page 182: ...operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up Y page 199 e Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time e g in a tunnel Otherwise the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air Y page 184 f Interior temperature sensor g Climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes out Y page 181 Controls in detail ...

Page 183: ...eating and cooling given on the following pages Otherwise the windows could fog up impairing visibility and endangering you and others Keep the air intake grille in front of the windshield free of snow and debris i If the vehicle interior is hot ventilate the interior before driving off see Summer opening feature Y page 127 The climate control will then adjust the interior temperature to the set v...

Page 184: ...in The indicator lamp in the button comes on The air conditioning uses the refrigerant R134a This refrigerant is free of CFCs which are harmful to the ozone layer If the air conditioning cannot be activated again this indicates that the air conditioning is losing refrigerant The compressor has turned off Have the air conditioning checked at the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center Automatic mod...

Page 185: ...tons represent the following functions Symbol Function Directs air to the windshield and side air vents a Directs air through the center and side air vents Y Directs air to the footwells and side air vents X Press the desired air distribution button a or Y The indicator lamp in button U goes out The automatic mode is switched off Air distribution is controlled according to the desired button Adjus...

Page 186: ... out The indicator lamp in button 9 comes on i The air conditioning compressor remains on even if the indicator lamp in button goes out This helps to prevent the windshield from fogging Deactivating X Press button again The indicator lamp in the button goes out Defrosting is turned off The previous settings are once again in effect The air conditioning compressor remains switched on i To deactivat...

Page 187: ...f the outside temperature is above approximately 41 5 Residual heat and ventilation With the engine switched off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior for up to 30 minutes This feature makes use of the residual heat produced by the engine i How long the system will provide heating depends on the coolant temperature and the battery voltage Regardless of the temperature and ai...

Page 188: ...3 zone automatic climate control 186 3 zone automatic climate control Control panels USA only Controls in detail ...

Page 189: ...7 4 Q Increasing air volume Y page 197 5 Air distribution directs air through the windshield and side air vents Y page 196 6 9 AC cooling on off i Switches on the air conditioning The indicator lamp in button 9 comes on Y page 193 9 Residual heat ventilation i With the engine turned off it is possible to continue to heat or ventilate the interior Y page 199 7 Temperature control passenger side i S...

Page 190: ...r i At very low temperatures rear window defroster operation is delayed until the vehicle interior has warmed up Y page 199 e Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time e g in a tunnel Otherwise the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air Y page 198 f Interior temperature sensor g Climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes...

Page 191: ...er s side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 195 2 U Air distribution and air volume automatic mode i Switches on the automatic mode The indicator lamp in button U comes on Y page 194 3 6 Air distribution driver s side directs air through the windshield and side air vents Y page 196 Controls in detail Z ...

Page 192: ...Air distribution passenger side directs air through the windshield and side air vents Y page 196 8 Ñ Operating the rear climate control from the front Y page 193 9 Temperature control passenger side i Set the temperature to 72 22 Y page 195 a Automatic climate control on off i Switches on the climate control system The indicator lamp in button goes out Y page 193 b Y Air distribution passenger sid...

Page 193: ...e 199 e Display f ß Decreasing air volume Y page 197 g Air recirculation i Only use this function for a short time e g in a tunnel Otherwise the windows can fog up due to lack of fresh air Y page 198 h 7 Air distribution driver s side directs air through center and side air vents Y page 196 j 8 Air distribution driver s side directs air through the footwells and side air vents Y page 196 k Interio...

Page 194: ...Nearly all dust particles pollutants and odors are filtered out before outside air enters the passenger compartment through the air distribution system G Warning Severe conditions e g strong air pollution may require replacement of the filter before its scheduled replacement interval A clogged filter will reduce the air volume to the interior and the windows could fog up impairing visibility and e...

Page 195: ...ed by MODE for approximately 3 seconds X Press button In display e you will see the symbol followed by OFF The rear climate control is switched off X Reactivating Press button Ñ The indicator lamp in the button comes on In display e you will see the symbol followed by ON and MODE The MODE display is cleared and the indicator lamp in button Ñ goes out after approximately 3 seconds The rear climate ...

Page 196: ...he climate control system in automatic mode the interior air temperature air volume and air distribution are adjusted automatically In automatic mode cooling with dehumidification is switched on This function can be switched off if necessary G Warning If you switch off the cooling function the vehicle will not be cooled when weather conditions are warm The windows can fog up more quickly Window fo...

Page 197: ...ature for each of the 3 zones separately You should raise or lower the temperature setting in small increments preferably starting at 72 22 Front temperature with front climate control panel USA only X Increasing decreasing Turn temperature control 1 and or 7 Y page 186 slightly clockwise or counterclockwise Canada only X Increasing decreasing Turn temperature control 1 and or 9 Y page 189 slightl...

Page 198: ...stribution button a or Y The automatic mode is switched off The indicator lamp in the desired button comes on Canada only The air distribution can be adjusted separately on each side of the passenger compartment The symbols on the buttons represent the following functions Symbol Driver s side Symbol Passenger side Function 6 Z Directs air to the windshield and side air vents 7 a Directs air throug...

Page 199: ...witches on at outside temperatures above approximately 41 5 for air drying Adjustments You can adjust the air volume and the temperature when the front defroster is switched on The air flow will remain on the windshield and front door windows X Press button Ï to decrease or button Q to increase air volume to the desired level The air volume decreases increases to the next lower higher blower speed...

Page 200: ...rior window fogging If interior window fogging persists make sure the air conditioning is activated or press button X Activating Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on i The air recirculation mode is activated automatically at high outside temperatures The indicator lamp in button is not lit when the air recirculation mode is switched on automatically A quantity of outside air is a...

Page 201: ...ll temperature zones quickly and comfortably X Activating Adjust the air temperature air volume and air distribution X Press button The indicator lamp in the button comes on The driver side settings are used for all temperature zones X Deactivating Press button again The indicator lamp in the button goes out i If you manually set the temperature air volume or air distribution for the passenger sid...

Page 202: ...iately halted by releasing the sunroof switch or if the sunroof switch was moved past the resistance point and released by moving the sunroof switch in any direction G Observe Safety notes see page 66 G Warning The tilt sliding sunroof is made out of glass In the event of an accident the glass may shatter This may result in an opening in the roof In a vehicle rollover occupants not wearing their s...

Page 203: ...iding sunroof for up to 5 minutes Sunroof switch 1 Raising 2 Opening 3 Closing With the sunroof closed or raised you can slide the sunroof screen forward and back Sunroof screen X Switch on the ignition Opening X Opening manually Press and hold the sunroof switch to the resistance point in direction of arrow 2 X Release the sunroof switch when the desired position is reached X Express operation To...

Page 204: ...nd open slightly However the tilt sliding sunroof will exert greater force before reversing than when the tilt sliding sunroof is closed in express operation Please exercise caution X Immediately after the tilt sliding sunroof has stopped because it was blocked pull the sunroof switch in direction of arrow 3 Y page 201 until the tilt sliding sunroof is fully closed If the tilt sliding sunroof is b...

Page 205: ...Warning When extending the roller sunblinds make sure no one is in danger of being injured by the extending procedure The extending of the roller sunblinds can be immediately halted by releasing the switch Roof panel switch 1 Retracting 2 Retracting 3 Extending X Switch on the ignition X Retracting Extending Move the roof panel switch to the resistance point in the required direction of arrow 1 2 ...

Page 206: ...wearing them properly 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 the passenger compartment To avoid damaging the seals do not transport any objects with sharp edges which can stick out of the tilt sliding panel Do not open the tilt sliding panel if t...

Page 207: ...come trapped and be seriously or even fatally injured when closing the tilt sliding panel without automatic reversal function If the movement of the tilt sliding panel is blocked during the closing procedure the tilt sliding panel will stop and open slightly X Immediately after the tilt sliding panel has stopped because it was blocked pull the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 Y page 203 u...

Page 208: ...lt sliding panel is fully closed X Keep holding the roof panel switch in direction of arrow 3 Y page 204 for approximately 1 second X Check the Express operation feature of the tilt sliding panel Y page 203 If the tilt sliding panel opens completely the roof is synchronized Otherwise repeat the above steps Loading and storing Loading instructions G Warning Always fasten items being carried as secu...

Page 209: ...o and comply with the following instructions when loading the vehicle and transporting cargo RAlways place items being carried against front or rear seat backrests 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 i The cargo compartment is the preferred place to carry objects The expanded cargo ...

Page 210: ...mate the occupant weight category G Warning The parcel net is intended for storing light weight items only such as road maps mail etc Heavy objects objects with sharp edges or fragile objects may not be transported in the parcel net In an accident during hard braking or sudden maneuvers they could be thrown around inside the vehicle and cause injury to vehicle occupants The parcel net cannot prote...

Page 211: ...rgo volume Rin part i e folding third row seats Y page 210 Rfully i e folding second row and third row seats Y page 211 G Warning When expanding the cargo volume always fully fold the corresponding seats and if so equipped always use the cargo net when transporting cargo Unless you are transporting cargo the seat backrests must remain properly locked in the upright position In an accident during h...

Page 212: ...o volume in part Folding third row seats X Completely lower the head restraints of the third row seats i The third row head restraints are adjusted in the same manner as the head restraints of the second row seats Y page 105 1 Seat belt holder 2 Release handle 3 Seat backrest X Place seat belt in seat belt holder 1 X Pull release handle 2 on seat backrest 3 in direction of arrow Seat backrest 3 is...

Page 213: ...loose during braking vehicle maneuvers or an accident and be thrown around the vehicle interior Objects thrown around the vehicle interior may cause an accident and or serious personal injury When folding both seat rows it is important that you fold the seats in the following order Rsecond row middle seat 7 seat vehicles Routboard second row seats Rthird row seats Otherwise you could damage the se...

Page 214: ...ane X Remove the head restraint from the respective second row seat Y page 105 1 Seat backrest 2 Seat cushion 3 Release lever X Place the head restraint on seat cushion 2 X Relieve the load on seat backrest 1 and pull release lever 3 past the resistance point in direction of arrow as far as it will go Seat and seat backrest 1 are unlocked X Fold seat backrest 1 forward until it fully rests on seat...

Page 215: ...n 5 must engage in recess 4 of seat backrest 6 i The second row seats must be in their rearmost position Y page 104 X Fold seat backrest 3 to a horizontal position Returning seats to their original position G Warning Make sure Rthe seats are properly locked Rthe seat backrests are in an upright position and are properly locked An outboard second row seat is properly locked only when lock status in...

Page 216: ...sition X Move seat cushion 7 to a vertical position X Fold seat cushion 7 towards the seat backrest 3 until it audibly engages Outboard second row seats 1 Seat backrest 2 Head restraint 3 Releas lever X Pull release lever 3 past the resistance point as far as it will go and move up the seat backrest 1 to an angle of approximately 45 X Install the head restraint 2 Y page 105 X Adjust the seat backr...

Page 217: ...n on seat 2 until it engages in armrest position X Pull seat backrest release strap 1 of seat backrest Y page 106 in direction of arrow X Fold seat backrest 2 Y page 106 to the rear until it audibly engages Cargo compartment cover blind The cargo compartment cover blind can be installed behind the third row seats or the second row seats With the cargo compartment cover blind installed do not pile ...

Page 218: ...uld be damaged X Remove the mount covers in the side trims of the third seat row when installing roller blind 2 behind the second row seats Mount cover behind second row seats X Press on cover at its lower edge as indicated by arrow The cover s upper edge flips up X Remove cover by pulling its upper edge out of side trim in direction of arrow i To avoid loss of the covers keep them in a safe place...

Page 219: ...e tightening belts are securely fastened Never use a damaged cargo net To help avoid personal injury from smaller objects being thrown around in the occupant compartment during a collision or sudden maneuver always use cargo net when transporting cargo The cargo net cannot prevent the movement of large heavier objects into the passenger compartment in an accident Such items must be properly secure...

Page 220: ... engage audibly Installing the cargo net Cargo net installed behind the C pillar 1 Holder 2 Cargo net bar 3 Cargo net bar X Hang cargo net bar 2 on holder 1 as indicated by the arrow X Push cargo net bar 2 forward into holder 1 in direction of arrow X Engage cargo net bar 3 The cargo net bar must engage audibly Pulling the cargo net tight Belt hook attached in the third row footwell 1 Belt hook 2 ...

Page 221: ... or sudden maneuver exercise care when storing objects in the vehicle Put luggage or cargo in the cargo compartment if possible Do not pile luggage or cargo higher than the seat backrests If so equipped always use the cargo net when transporting cargo The cargo net cannot secure hard or heavy objects Parcel nets cannot secure hard or heavy objects Keep compartment lids closed This will help to pre...

Page 222: ...king glove box Locking glove box Storage compartment in front center console 1 Cover 2 Chrome label X Tab lightly on chrome label 2 of cover 1 Cover 1 swings open Front armrest storage compartment telephone tray The storage compartment and the telephone tray can be opened separately 1 Button to open telephone tray 2 Button to open storage compartment i If your vehicle is equipped with Rear Seat En...

Page 223: ...storage compartment A storage compartment is located in the armrest of the rear center console between the second row seats X Press button under armrest and lift up armrest Rear storage compartment A storage compartment is located in front of the second row seats Depending on vehicle equipment the upper storage compartment may be replaced by a control panel for example in vehicles with rear climat...

Page 224: ...g G Warning Remove all containers that may be stored in the cup holders of the rear center console Otherwise liquids could spill on vehicle occupants and or vehicle equipment Hot liquids spilled on vehicle occupants may cause serious personal injury Liquids spilled on vehicle equipment may cause damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty To prevent damage to the rear center console a...

Page 225: ...ants during Rbraking Rvehicle maneuvers Ran accident You can install the rear center console in two different positions In the most forward position position 1 you can expand the cargo compartment fully Y page 211 without removing the rear center console i The storage compartment and the cup holders in the rear center console are only illuminated when the rear center console is installed in the mo...

Page 226: ... in an accident Keep in mind that objects placed in the cup holder may come loose 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 Cup holder in front center console A cup holder and a card ticket holder with bottle opener are located in the front center...

Page 227: ... row seats Close the cup holder when not in use and before folding the second row seats Otherwise you could damage the cup holder i Vehicles with rear center console are not equipped with cup holders in front of the second row seats 1 Cover 2 Release button X Opening Press release button 2 Cover 1 opens automatically 1 Cover X Pull cover 1 down in direction of arrow as far as it will go 1 Cover 3 ...

Page 228: ...p holder Cup holder in third row side trim Cup holder are located in the side trims of the third row seats 1 Cup holder Sun visors G Warning Do not use the vanity mirror while driving Keep the vanity mirrors in the sun visors closed while vehicle is in motion Reflected glare can endanger you and others 1 Sun visor 2 Additional sun visor 3 Vanity mirror lamp 4 Vanity mirror cover 5 Vanity mirror 6 ...

Page 229: ... 4 Vanity mirror lamp 3 comes on Rear door window sunshade This feature is only available in the USA 1 Holder 2 Tab X Extending Pull on tab 2 and engage it in holder 1 X Retracting Disengage tab 2 from holder 1 and guide retraction Always guide the sunshade Do not let it snap back abruptly as the retractor could be damaged With the sunshade raised and the respective door window open the sunshade c...

Page 230: ...ment is not heat proof Therefore do not stub cigaretts in the storage compartment X Reinstalling ashtray insert Insert ashtray insert 2 and push down until the ball catch engages X Closing Push down cover 1 Rear seat ashtray second row i Vehicles with rear center console Y page 222 are not equipped with an ashtray in front of the second row seats Close the ashtray when not in use and before foldin...

Page 231: ...ectrical accessories up to a maximum of 85 W designed for use with the standard cigarette lighter plug type Keep in mind however that connecting accessories to the lighter socket for example extensive connecting and disconnecting or using plugs that do not fit properly can damage the lighter socket With the socket damaged the lighter may not function properly any longer The cigarette lighter is no...

Page 232: ... in second row footwell Power outlet in cargo compartment 115V AC Socket G Warning The 115V AC socket operates at high voltage Use the 115V AC socket in the vehicle with the same caution and prudence that you exercise when using power outlets at home Keep any fluids away from the 115V AC socket Do not clean the socket with fluids or tapered objects Keep the 115V AC socket cover in the closed posit...

Page 233: ...ket 1 LED 2 comes on If LED 2 does not come on refer to the section on possible nonoperation causes X Switching off Pull the plug out of 115V AC socket 1 Do not pull on the cable X Close cover 3 Possible nonoperation causes RThe on board voltage of the vehicle is not within the permissible voltage range X Start the engine RThe temperature of the DC AC inverter is temporarily too high X Pull the pl...

Page 234: ...e Tele Aid system utilizes the cellular network for communication and the GPS Global Positioning System satellites for vehicle location If either of these signals are unavailable the Tele Aid system may not function and if this occurs assistance must be summoned by other means To adjust the speaker volume during a Tele Aid call do the following X Press button æ or ç on the multifunction steering w...

Page 235: ...emergency call has been initiated The Response Center will attempt to determine more precisely the nature of the emergency provided they can speak to an occupant of the vehicle i If no vehicle occupant responds an ambulance will be sent to the vehicle immediately G Warning If the indicator lamp in the SOS button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center esta...

Page 236: ...he vehicle will be established X Describe the nature of the need for assistance The Mercedes Benz Roadside Assistance dispatcher will either dispatch a qualified Mercedes Benz technician or arrange to tow your vehicle to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center For services such as labor and or towing charges may apply Refer to the Roadside Assistance manual for more information The following i...

Page 237: ...w mbusa com USA only log in to Owner s Online and visit the My Tele Aid section to learn more i If the indicator lamp in the Information button is flashing continuously and there was no voice connection to the Response Center established then the Tele Aid system could not initiate an Information call e g the relevant cellular phone network is not available The message Call Failed appears in the mu...

Page 238: ...ou will be asked to provide your password X Then return to your vehicle at the time arranged with the Response Center and pull the tailgate recessed handle Y page 90 for a minimum of 20 seconds until the SOS button is flashing The message Connecting Call appears in the multifunction display As an alternative you may unlock the vehicle via Internet in the My Tele Aid section of Owner s Online using...

Page 239: ...tegrated remote control with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door that cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S federal safety standards When programming a garage door opener park vehicle ...

Page 240: ... trained signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 and observe indicator lamp 1 If indicator lamp 1 stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the respective signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 is pressed and released i If indicator lamp 1 flashes rapidly for approximately 2 seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with programming steps 8 through 12 as you...

Page 241: ...While still holding down the signal transmitter button 2 3 or 4 cycle your hand held remote control button 6 as follows Press and hold button 6 for 2 seconds then release it for 2 seconds and again press and hold it for 2 seconds Repeat this sequence on the hand held remote control until the frequency signal has been learned Upon successful training indicator lamp 1 will flash slowly and then rapi...

Page 242: ... 2 3 or 4 you are programming Attempt varying angles at the distance of 2 to 12 inches 5 to 30 cm away or the same angle at varying distances RIf another hand held remote control is available for the same device try the programming steps again using that other hand held remote control Make sure new batteries are in the hand held remote control before beginning the procedure RStraighten the antenna...

Page 243: ...the AIRMATIC the multifunction display will show the compass only Floormats G 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 Before driving off check that the floormats are securely in place and adjust them if necessary A loose floormat could slip an...

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Page 245: ...ehicle equipment 244 The first 1000 miles 1500 km 244 At the gas station 245 Engine compartment 247 Tires and wheels 252 Winter driving 277 Driving instructions 279 Maintenance 288 Vehicle care 291 Operation ...

Page 246: ...loads full throttle driving and excessive engine speeds no more than 2 3 of maximum rpm in each gear RSelect C as the preferred shift program Y page 141 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 using the gear selector lever RSelect gear ranges 3 2 or 1 Y page 140 only when driving at moderate speeds for hi...

Page 247: ...ting from mixing gasoline with diesel fuel or vice versa is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty If you have accidentally filled the tank with incorrect or non approved fuel do not switch on the ignition Otherwise 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...

Page 248: ...ted on the right hand side of the vehicle towards the rear Locking unlocking the vehicle with the SmartKey automatically locks unlocks the fuel filler flap i In case that the central locking system does not release the fuel filler flap see Fuel filler flap Y page 354 1 Fuel filler flap 2 Fuel filler cap X Turn off the engine i Leaving the engine running and the fuel filler cap open can cause the y...

Page 249: ...249 RTire inflation pressure Y page 261 RCoolant level Y page 251 RVehicle lighting Y page 357 RWasher system and headlamp cleaning system Y page 251 RBrake fluid Engine compartment Hood G Warning Do not pull the release lever while the vehicle is in motion Otherwise the hood could be forced open by passing air flow This could cause the hood to come loose and injure you and or others Opening G War...

Page 250: ...he engine Rwhen the ignition is switched on and the engine is turned manually G Warning Vehicles with diesel engine The engine is equipped with a high voltage electronic control unit for the injection system Because of the high voltage it is dangerous to touch any components of the injection system injectors electrical wires Rwith the engine running Rwhile starting the engine Rwhen the ignition is...

Page 251: ...nd 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 checks should only be made after the vehicle break in period Do not use any special lubricant additives as these may damage the drive assemblies Using special additives not approved by Mercedes Benz may caus...

Page 252: ...il filters of 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 result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Example illustration R 350 1 Filler cap X Unscrew filler cap 1 from filler neck X Add engine o...

Page 253: ...o not spill antifreeze on hot engine parts Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol which may burn if it comes into contact with hot engine parts 1 Marking bar in the expansion tank 2 Cap 3 Coolant expansion tank X Using a rag turn cap 2 slowly approximately 1 2 counterclockwise to release any excess pressure X Continue turning cap 2 counterclockwise and remove it The coolant level is correct if the le...

Page 254: ...Closing washer fluid reservoir Press cap 1 onto filler hole until it engages For more information see Washer system and headlamp cleaning system Y page 401 Tires and wheels Safety notes Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for information on tested and recommended rims and tires for summer and winter operation They can also offer advice concerning tire service and purchase G Warning Replace ...

Page 255: ...size for the rim RBreak in new tires for approximately 60 miles 100 km at moderate speeds RRegularly check the tires and rims for damage Dented or bent rims can cause tire inflation pressure loss and damage to the tire beads RIf vehicle is heavily loaded check tire inflation pressure and correct as required RDo not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply ...

Page 256: ...es on a wet road are sharply reduced Depending upon the weather and or road surface conditions the tire traction varies widely Do not allow your tires to wear down too far Adhesion properties on wet roads are sharply reduced at tread depths of less than 1 8 in 3 mm Treadwear indicators TWI are required by law These indicators are located in six places on the tread circumference and become visible ...

Page 257: ...s you important information about the number of people that can be in the vehicle and the total weight that can be carried in the vehicle It also contains information on the proper size and recommended tire inflation pressures for the original equipment tires on your vehicle 2 The certification label also found on the driver s door B pillar It tells you about the gross weight capacity of your vehi...

Page 258: ...on placard showing the load limit information is located on the driver s door B pillar Y page 255 X Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kilograms or XXX lbs on the Tire and Loading Information placard The combined weight of all occupants cargo luggage and trailer tongue load if applicable should never exceed the weight referenced in that statemen...

Page 259: ...f the XXX amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be five 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs X Step 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4 X Step 6 if applicable If yo...

Page 260: ...ccupant 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 see Trailer tongue load Y page 259 Certification label Even after careful determination of the combined weight of all occupants cargo and the trailer tongue load if applicable Y page 259 as to not exceed the permissible load limit you...

Page 261: ... 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 causing a blowout Overloading the tires can also result in handling or steering problems or brake failure Your vehicle is equipped with the Tire and Loading Information placard located on the driver s d...

Page 262: ...e 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 value for speeds above 100 mph 160 km h as specified on the tire inflation pressure label located on the inside of the fuel filler flap Make sure to readjust the tire inflation pressure for normal driving...

Page 263: ...red 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 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 Check the tire inflation pressure at least every ot...

Page 264: ...y underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Each tire including the spare should be checked every other week when cold and set to the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified on the Tire and Loading Information placard on the driver s ...

Page 265: ...heel repeatedly until the following message appears in the multifunction display Run Flat Indicator Active Menu R Button X Press the reset button Y page 143 The following message will appear in the multifunction display Restart Run Flat Indicator X If you wish to confirm Press button æ The following message will appear in the multifunction display Run Flat Indicator Restarted After a certain learn...

Page 266: ...per tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the prop...

Page 267: ...ver s responsibility to set the reference values to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure Underinflated tires affect the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You might lose control over the vehicle When you restart the TPMS the system sets new reference values for each tire The TPMS must be restarted when you have adjusted the tire inflation pressure to a new level e g because of different...

Page 268: ...xtended system allows you to continue driving your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one or more tires You may only use the MOExtended system in conjunction with the Run Flat Indicator Y page 262 or the TPMS Y page 263 i Vehicles with MOExtended system are not factory equipped with a TIREFIT kit When retrofitting with tires that do not have run flat characteristics e g winter ti...

Page 269: ...ize designation Passenger car tire based on U S design standards Letter LT preceding the size designation Light Truck tire based on U S design standards Letter T preceding the size designation Temporary spare tires which are high pressure compact spares designed for temporary emergency use only Tire width Tire width 1 indicates the nominal tire width in millimeters Aspect ratio Aspect ratio 2 is t...

Page 270: ...ms and lbs For additional information on tire load rating see Load identification Y page 269 Tire speed rating G Warning Even when permitted by law never operate a vehicle at speeds greater than the maximum speed rating of the tires Exceeding the maximum speed for which tires are rated can lead to sudden tire failure causing loss of vehicle control and possibly resulting in an accident and or seri...

Page 271: ...ing Q M S12 up to 100 mph 160 km h T M S12 up to 118 mph 190 km h H M S12 up to 130 mph 210 km h V M S12 up to 149 mph 240 km h i Not all M S rated tires provide special winter performance Make sure the tires you use show M S and the mountain snowflake marking on the tire sidewall These tires meet specific snow traction performance requirements of the Rubber Manufacturers Association RMA and the R...

Page 272: ... and Date of manufacture 1 DOT 2 Manufacturer s identification mark 3 Tire size 4 Tire type code at the option of the tire manufacturer 5 Date of manufacture i For illustration purposes only Actual data on tires are specific to each vehicle and may vary from data shown in above illustration DOT Department of Transportation Tire branding symbol 1 denotes that the tire meets requirements of the U S ...

Page 273: ...e 257 Maximum tire inflation pressure G Warning Never exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure Follow recommended tire inflation pressures Do not underinflate tires Underinflated tires wear excessively and or 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 comf...

Page 274: ...cified U S Government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Tra...

Page 275: ... indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laborator...

Page 276: ...GAWR for the front and rear axle indicated on the certification label located on the driver s door B pillar GTW Gross Trailer Weight The GTW is the weight of the trailer plus the weight of all cargo equipment luggage etc loaded on the trailer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight The GVW comprises the weight of the vehicle including fuel tools spare wheel installed accessories passengers and cargo and if appli...

Page 277: ...ntal information pertaining to special driving situations can be found on the tire inflation pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler flap Rim A metal support for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated Sidewall The portion of a tire between the tread and the bead TIN Tire Identification Number Unique identifier which facilitates efforts by tire manufacturers...

Page 278: ... are not tightened to a torque of 110 lb ft 150 Nm Only use genuine Mercedes Benz wheel bolts specified for your vehicle s rims Tire rotation can be performed on vehicles with tires of the same dimension all around If your vehicle is equipped with tires of the same dimension all around tires can be rotated observing a front to rear rotation pattern that will maintain the intended rotation spinning...

Page 279: ... ESP in winter operation For safe handling make sure all mounted winter tires are of the same make and have the same tread design For information on winter tires for your vehicle model see the Technical data section Y page 394 Always observe the speed rating of the winter tires installed on your vehicle If the maximum speed for which your tires are rated is below the speed rating of your vehicle y...

Page 280: ...rpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice The road may still be icy especially in wooded areas or on bridges G Warning On slippery road surfaces never downshift in order to obtain braking action This could result in drive wheel slip and reduced vehicle control Your vehicle s ABS will not prevent this type of loss of control The...

Page 281: ...go traffic on short trips and in mountainous areas Drinking and driving G Warning Drinking and driving and or taking drugs and driving are very dangerous combinations Even a small amount of alcohol or drugs can affect your reflexes perceptions and judgment The possibility of a serious or even fatal accident are greatly increased when you drink or take drugs and drive Do not drink or take drugs and...

Page 282: ...sting your foot on the brake pedal will cause excessive and premature wear of the brake pads It can also result in the brakes overheating thereby significantly reducing their effectiveness It may not be possible to stop the vehicle in sufficient time to avoid an accident After hard braking it is advisable to drive on for some time rather than immediately park so that the air stream will cool down ...

Page 283: ...commended by Mercedes Benz G Warning If other than recommended brake pads are installed or other than recommended brake fluid is used the braking properties of the vehicle can be degraded to an extent that safe braking is substantially impaired This could result in an accident Only conduct operational or performance tests on a two axle dynamometer If such tests are necessary contact an authorized ...

Page 284: ...ing off on a slippery surface do not allow a drive wheel to spin for an extended period with the ESP switched off Doing so may cause serious damage to the drivetrain which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Simultaneously depressing the accelerator pedal and applying the brakes reduces engine performance and causes premature brake and drivetrain wear which is not covered by the M...

Page 285: ...the possibility of damage remove the hitch ball adapter from the receiver when not in use Electrical connections The vehicle is prewired to accept the seven wire harness included in the Mercedes Benz approved trailer hitch receiver kit i A four pole conversion plug is available from your authorized Mercedes Benz Center as a spare part For further information contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Cen...

Page 286: ... endanger yourself and or others as a result Make sure that you do not operate the ADS switch or the vehicle level control system when coupling decoupling the trailer Observe maximum permitted trailer dimensions width and length Most states and all Canadian provinces require Rsafety chains between the towing vehicle and the trailer The chains should be criss crossed under the trailer tongue They m...

Page 287: ...pping and backing up in an area which is free from traffic RBefore you start driving check the trailer hitch break away switch safety chains electrical connections lighting tires RAdjust the mirrors Y page 111 to permit unobstructed view beyond rear of trailer RIf the trailer has electric brakes start your vehicle and trailer moving slowly and then apply only the trailer brake controller by hand t...

Page 288: ...s with AIRMATIC While you are coupling or decoupling a trailer make sure nobody locks or unlocks the vehicle and or opens or closes doors or the tailgate The vehicle s level could change and you could endanger yourself and or others as a result Make sure that you do not operate the ADS switch or the vehicle level control system when coupling decoupling the trailer X Make sure the automatic transmi...

Page 289: ...ctronic system possibly resulting in an accident and or serious personal injury Radio transmitters should only be used inside the vehicle if they are connected to an antenna that is installed on the outside of the vehicle G Warning Please do not forget that your primary responsibility is to drive the vehicle A driver s attention to the road must always be his her primary focus when driving For you...

Page 290: ...the engine in confined areas such as a garage which are not properly ventilated If you think that exhaust gas fumes are entering the vehicle while driving have the cause determined and corrected immediately If you must drive under these conditions drive only with at least one window fully open at all times Maintenance Notes The Maintenance System in your vehicle tracks distance driven and the time...

Page 291: ... approximately 8 hours Refer to Maintenance Booklet for a listing of maintenance services and intervals they need to be performed at Clearing the maintenance service indicator message The maintenance service indicator message is cleared automatically Rafter approximately 10 seconds when you switch on the ignition Rafter approximately 10 seconds when reaching the service threshold while driving Raf...

Page 292: ...adline you will need to subtract these days from the days shown in the maintenance service indicator message or maintenance service indicator display Do not confuse the maintenance service indicator with the engine oil level indicator N Resetting the maintenance service indicator In the event that the maintenance service on your vehicle is not carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center you ...

Page 293: ...tely remove RGrease and oil RFuel RCoolant RBrake fluid RBird droppings RInsects RTree resins etc Frequent 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 industrial areas smoke exhaust emissions Rduring winter operation You should check your vehicle from ti...

Page 294: ...ntwork painted body components Affixing stickers magnets adhesive tape or similar materials to painted body components may damage the paintwork Mercedes 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 Mercedes Benz approved Paint Cleaner should be app...

Page 295: ...Otherwise the rain sensor could activate and cause the wipers to move unintentionally This may lead to vehicle damage Due to the width of the vehicle fold in exterior 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 the automatic transmission remains in neutr...

Page 296: ...sors in front bumper X Only clean sensors 1 by hand X Use a mild vehicle wash detergent such as Mercedes Benz approved Car Shampoo with plenty of water and a soft non scratching cloth to clean sensors 1 on the bumpers Applying strong pressure may damage the sensor covers Cleaning the rear view camera lens 1 Camera lens X Only use clean water and a soft non scratching cloth to clean camera lens 1 B...

Page 297: ...ining solvents Do not touch the inside of the front rear or side windows with hard objects such as an ice scraper or ring Doing so may damage the windows Cleaning the panorama roof with power tilt sliding panel The rear part of the tilt sliding panel has a protective layer on the inside X Use a soft clean cloth and a mild window cleaning solution An automotive glass cleaner is recommended Do not u...

Page 298: ...ior Care on a soft lint free cloth and apply with light pressure COMAND display You must switch off the COMAND display and allow it to cool prior to cleaning Do not use any liquids or cleaning agents These can damage or even destroy the audio display screen X Use a standard microfiber cloth and apply with light pressure Steering wheel X Wipe with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly or clean with Merce...

Page 299: ...r upholstery RWipe with light pressure only RDo not clean with abrasive cleaning agents such as scouring milk or powder RDo not soak the leather upholstery As leather is a natural product it could otherwise harden or become porous RExercise particular care when cleaning perforated leather as its underside should not become wet MB Tex upholstery X Use Mercedes Benz approved Interior Care onto a sof...

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Page 301: ...0 Unlocking locking manually 353 Resetting activated head restraints 354 Replacing SmartKey batteries 355 Replacing bulbs 356 Replacing wiper blades 363 Flat tire 365 Bleeding the fuel system diesel engine only 374 AdBlue diesel engine only 375 Battery 378 Jump starting 380 Towing the vehicle 382 Fuses 385 Practical hints ...

Page 302: ...e missing expired items The first aid kit is located in the space underneath the cargo compartment floor To lift the cargo compartment floor see Vehicle tool kit Y page 301 Example illustration 1 First aid kit Vehicle tool kit The vehicle tool kit is located in the space underneath the cargo compartment floor The vehicle tool kit includes RAlignment bolt RCollapsible wheel chock RElectric air pump...

Page 303: ...floor raised 5 Upper cargo compartment lip X Engage securing hook 3 on upper cargo compartment lip 5 With the cargo compartment cover blind installed behind the third row seats disengage cargo compartment cover blind and flip it forward Otherwise the strap of the securing hook could damage the cargo compartment cover blind To prevent damage always disengage the securing hook from upper cargo compa...

Page 304: ...ck 7 Towing eye bolt 8 Spare wheel bolts 9 Storage well casing a Reversible ratchet for jack b Jack Collapsible wheel chock The collapsible wheel chock serves to secure the vehicle e g while changing a wheel X Take the collapsible wheel chock from the vehicle tool kit Y page 300 1 Tilt the plates upward 2 Fold the lower plate outward 3 Insert the plate X Setting up Tilt both plates upward 1 X Fold...

Page 305: ...chet from the vehicle tool kit Operational position 1 Jack 2 Reversible ratchet X Attach reversible ratchet 2 to jack 1 in such a way that the word UP can be seen Before placing the jack back into the vehicle tool kit X Fully collapse the jack storage position X Remove the reversible ratchet Spare wheel G Observe Safety notes see page 365 i The R 320 BlueTEC does not have a spare wheel The spare w...

Page 306: ...ing 3 X Remove spare wheel 2 For information on mounting the spare wheel see Flat tire Y page 365 Storing the spare wheel after use There are two guide pins in the spare wheel well that serve to hold the spare wheel in place 1 Guide pins 1 Guide pins 2 Spare wheel X Place spare wheel 2 into the spare wheel well Make sure spare wheel 2 is placed precisely on guide pins 1 X Place the storage well ca...

Page 307: ...tton j k or è on the multifunction steering wheel Other messages of high priority and messages of less immediate priority can be cleared from the multifunction display using the reset button Y page 143 or button j k or è on the multifunction steering wheel They are then stored in the Vehicle status message memory menu Y page 151 Remember that clearing a message will only make the message disappear...

Page 308: ...es Safety systems Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution ABS ABS ESP Inoperative See Operator s Manual The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ABS the BAS and the ESP are unavailable X Continue driving with added caution Wheels may lock during hard braking reducing steering capability X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Ben...

Page 309: ...essage should disappear X If the message does not disappear Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible ESP Inoperative See Operator s Manual In addition the yellow ESP warning lamp v comes on The brake system is still functioning normally but due to a malfunction the ESP is unavailable The ABS and the BAS may not be operational X Continue driving with added c...

Page 310: ... not disappear X Have the alternator and the battery checked X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible ESP Unavailable See Operator s Manual If the yellow ESP warning lamp v flashes while driving and this message appears the 4 ETS has switched off to prevent overheating of the drive wheel brakes As soon as the brakes have cooled off the 4 ETS switches on a...

Page 311: ...afety systems such as the air bags are still available X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible If ESP and PRE SAFE malfunction messages are displayed simultaneously the PRE SAFE system has been deactivated as a result of these malfunctions All other occupant safety systems such as the air bags are still available X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as poss...

Page 312: ...off the ignition X Open the front passenger 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 Remove any other items from on and around the front passenger seat and make sure the parcel net on the back of the front passenger seat is empty X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the seat are...

Page 313: ...d indicating that the OCS Y page 51 has deactivated the front passenger front air bag Rthe message Front Passenger Airbag Enabled See Operator s Manual or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure n...

Page 314: ...onditions are not met the system is not working properly Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center G Warning If the 59 indicator lamp remains out even after performing the above corrective steps do not have any children 12 years old and under and other small individuals use the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired Practical hints ...

Page 315: ... parking brake X Switch off the ignition X Have the front passenger vacate the seat and exit the vehicle X Adjust the seat height to a higher position Y page 98 X Make sure no objects which apply forces to the seat are present e g objects such as books briefcases etc lodged underneath behind or around the seat Such forces may cause the system to sense that an occupant of a lesser weight than actua...

Page 316: ...al or the message Front Passenger Airbag Disabled See Operator s Manual should not appear in the multifunction display at any time the seat is unoccupied Wait at least 60 seconds for the system to complete the necessary check cycles and to make sure neither message appears in the multifunction display If above conditions are met you can occupy the front passenger seat again Depending on the front ...

Page 317: ...til the system has been repaired Driving systems Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Cruise Control Inoperative The cruise control is malfunctioning X Have cruise control checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Cruise Control MPH USA only Km h Canada only One of the activation conditions for cruise control has not been fulfilled For example you have attempted to set...

Page 318: ... R or neutral position N X Before you leave the vehicle make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P and the parking brake is engaged Drive to workshop without shifting gears The automatic transmission cannot be shifted out of the current transmission position because of a malfunction If the automatic transmission is in drive position D X Without shifting the automatic transmission o...

Page 319: ...ear R or drive position D X Shift the automatic transmission into park position P or neutral position N Make sure the brake pedal is depressed Tires Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Check tires then restart Run Flat Indicator There has been a warning message about a loss in the tire inflation pressure and the Run Flat Indicator was not restarted yet X Make sure the cor...

Page 320: ...sure values Y page 262 Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative The TPMS is malfunctioning X Have the TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Tire Pressure Monitor Inoperative No Wheel Sensors There are wheels without appropriate wheel sensors mounted e g winter tires X Have the TPMS checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Have the appropriate wheel sensors installed at an authorized M...

Page 321: ...economy and are more likely to fail from being overheated Do not overinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping distance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Symbol messages Brake Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution...

Page 322: ...st driving to be consistent with reduced braking responsiveness X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible USA only Canada only Release Parking Brake You are driving with the parking brake engaged X Release the parking brake USA only 3 Canada only Check Brake Fluid Level There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir Risk of accident X Stop the vehicle ...

Page 323: ...ence Possible solution L Tele Aid Inoperative One or more main functions of the Tele Aid system are malfunctioning X Have the Tele Aid system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 1 Restraint Sys Malfunction Service Required The system is malfunctioning X Drive with added caution to the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center and have the system checked immediately G Warning In the event a...

Page 324: ... have driven off while the vehicle level was too low or the AIRMATIC is inoperative The AIRMATIC should have raised the vehicle to the set level after a short while While the message is displayed X Avoid excessive steering maneuvers The fenders or tires could otherwise be damaged Listen for scraping noises X Do not drive faster than 50 mph 80 km h If the message does not disappear from the multifu...

Page 325: ... the ride height of the vehicle is not yet reached so you can damage the underbody of the vehicle X Let the compressor cool down until the message disappears The selected level will be set once the compressor has cooled down Vehicle Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution a You are driving with the hood or the tailgate open X Close the hood or the tailgate You are trying to l...

Page 326: ... and no SmartKey in the starter switch This message is only a reminder X Take the SmartKey with you when leaving the vehicle I Remove Key You have forgotten to remove the SmartKey X Remove the SmartKey from the starter switch I You need a new key The SmartKey is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center I Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle The SmartKey in the starter switch does not ...

Page 327: ...ere is strong radio frequency interference X Stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so X Engage the parking brake X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch I Key Not Detected The SmartKey with KEYLESS GO is momentarily not detected X Change the position of the SmartKey in the vehicle X Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the starter switch if necessary I Pull startin...

Page 328: ... you have to add coolant frequently have the cooling system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz 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 ignore the low engine coolant level warning Extended driving with the message and symbol displayed may ca...

Page 329: ...in Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately During severe operation conditions and stop and go city traffic 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 seriously burned Steam from an overheated engine can cause serious burns which c...

Page 330: ...ges in the multifunction display 328 The engine should not be operated with the coolant temperature above 248 120 Doing so may cause serious damage which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Practical hints ...

Page 331: ... broken Do not continue to drive Otherwise the engine will overheat 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 Doing so could result in serious engine damage that is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty X Observe the coolant tempe...

Page 332: ... Have the fan replaced as soon as possible The battery is no longer charging Possible causes Ralternator malfunctioning Rbroken poly V belt Ra malfunction in the electronic 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 inoperative water pump which may r...

Page 333: ...leaks If the message Check engine oil level at next refueling appears while the engine is running and at operating temperature the engine oil level has dropped to approximately the minimum level The message will be stored in the vehicle status message memory after you have cleared it from the multifunction display Visually check for oil leaks If there are no obvious oil leaks drive to the nearest ...

Page 334: ...f pressure has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check the fuel cap Y page 245 X If it is not closed properly Close the fuel cap X If it is closed properly Have the fuel system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center ò Replace air filter The air filter is clogged X Have the air filter checked at an authorized Mercedes B...

Page 335: ... 3 79 l AdBlue corresponds to approximately 2 refill containers AdBlue or have the AdBlue tank filled at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center After AdBlue was refilled the engine can be started again Lamps Display messages Possible cause consequence Possible solution Active Headlamps Inoperative The active Bi Xenon headlamp system is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soo...

Page 336: ...sible Y page 356 Marker Lamp Front Left or Marker Lamp Front Right The front left side or right side marker lamp is malfunctioning X Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Parking Lamp Front Left or Parking Lamp Front Right The left or right front parking lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 356 High Beam Left ...

Page 337: ...rized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible To switch off the headlamps U S vehicles only X In the control system set daytime running lamp mode to manual Y page 156 X Switch off the headlamps using the exterior lamp switch Y page 115 Low Beam Left or Low Beam Right The left or right low beam lamp is malfunctioning X Halogen headlamp Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 356 X Bi Xenon hea...

Page 338: ...exterior lamp switch to its stop Tail Lamp Left or Tail Lamp Right The left or right tail lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 356 Cornering Lamp Left or Cornering Lamp Right The left or right corner illuminating front fog lamp is malfunctioning X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 356 Trailer Brake Lamp The left or right tra...

Page 339: ...malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 356 Turn Signal Front Left or Turn Signal Front Right The left or right front turn signal lamp is malfunctioning A substitute bulb is being used X Replace the bulb as soon as possible Y page 358 Turn Signal Left Mirror or Turn Signal Right Mirror The turn signal in the left or right exterior rear view mirr...

Page 340: ... 365 H Tire Pressure Check Tires The tire pressure in one or more tires is already below the minimum value X Carefully bring the vehicle to a halt avoiding abrupt steering and braking maneuvers X Check and adjust tire pressure as required X If necessary change the wheel Y page 365 G Warning Do not drive with a flat tire A flat tire affects the ability to steer or brake the vehicle You may lose con...

Page 341: ...erinflate tires Overinflated tires can adversely affect handling and ride comfort wear unevenly increase stopping distance and result in sudden deflation blowout because they are more likely to become punctured or damaged by road debris potholes etc Practical hints Z ...

Page 342: ...n 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 activated in the instrument cluster come on If a lamp in the instrument cluster fails to come on when the ignition is switched on have it checked and replaced if necessary Practical hints ...

Page 343: ...essages that may appear in the multifunction display Y page 305 X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible Failure to follow these instructions increases the risk of an accident The yellow ABS indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running The ABS has switched off due to insufficient power supply The battery might not be charged sufficiently When the v...

Page 344: ...s increases the risk of an accident USA only 3 Canada only The red brake warning lamp comes on while driving and you hear a warning sound You are driving with the parking brake engaged X Release the parking brake USA only 3 Canada only The red brake warning lamp comes on while the engine is running and you hear a warning sound There is insufficient brake fluid in the reservoir X Risk of accident D...

Page 345: ...ave the brake system checked for brake pad thickness and leaks Safety systems Problem Possible cause consequence Suggested solutions The red seat belt telltale comes on for a maximum of 6 seconds after starting the engine The seat belt telltale reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts before driving off X Fasten your seat belts Regardless of whether the seat belts are fastened or ...

Page 346: ...t warning chime with increasing intensity The vehicle s speed once exceeded 15 mph 25 km h and you and or your front passenger have forgotten to fasten your seat belts X Fasten your seat belts The seat belt telltale goes out and the warning chime stops sounding There are items placed on the front passenger seat and therefore the system senses the front passenger seat as being occupied X Remove the...

Page 347: ...aution to the nearest authorized 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 authorized Mercedes Benz Center immediately to have the system checked Otherwise the SRS may not be activated when needed in an accident which could result in serious or fatal in...

Page 348: ...ng The ESP is not operational due to a malfunction Risk of accident X Read and Observe additional messages that may appear in the multifunction display X Continue driving with added caution X Adapt your speed and driving to the prevailing road and weather conditions X Have the system checked at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible v The yellow ESP warning lamp flashes while drivi...

Page 349: ...lem 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 gas station Practical hints Z ...

Page 350: ...law require you to visit a workshop as soon as the engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on Check local requirements USA only Canada only The yellow engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the engine is running A loss of pressure has been detected in the fuel system The fuel cap may not be closed properly or the fuel system may be leaky X Check the fuel cap Y page 245 X If it is not clos...

Page 351: ... by an authorized Mercedes Benz Center After the malfunction has been remedied the combination low tire pressure TPMS malfunction telltale goes out after a few minutes of driving G Warning Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked every other week when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the Tire and Loading Information placard o...

Page 352: ...e will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of incompatible replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning pr...

Page 353: ...traint to transport children on the front passenger seat until the system has been repaired USA only 59 The indicator lamp illuminates and remains illuminated with the weight of a typical adult or someone larger than a small individual on the front passenger seat The system is malfunctioning X Have the system checked as soon as possible at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Read and observe mess...

Page 354: ...bjects such as books briefcases etc lodged behind or around the seat head restraints pushing against roof etc The system may recognize such forces as supplemental weight X If the 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 until the system has been repaired X Read and observe messa...

Page 355: ...ere X Pull the door handle until the locking knob moves up The driver s door is unlocked X Pull the door handle once more to open the driver s door Locking the vehicle If you cannot lock the vehicle with the SmartKey or with KEYLESS GO lock it as follows X Close the front passenger door the right rear door and the tailgate X Open the driver s door and the rear left door X Press the central locking...

Page 356: ...ease 1 in direction of arrow The fuel filler flap is unlocked X Open the fuel filler flap Y page 245 Resetting activated head restraints If the active head restraints have been triggered in a rear end collision the active head restraints must be reset You can tell that the active head restraints have been triggered when they have been moved forward and cannot be adjusted G Warning For safety reaso...

Page 357: ...Benz Center G Warning Batteries contain poisonous and corrosive substances Therefore keep the batteries out of reach of children If a battery is swallowed seek medical help immediately G Warning SmartKey batteries contain perchlorate material which may require special handling and regard for the environment Check with your local government s disposal guidelines California residents see www dtsc ca...

Page 358: ...acing bulbs Safety notes Safe vehicle operation depends on proper exterior lighting and signaling to a large degree Correct headlamp adjustment is extremely important Have headlamps checked and readjusted at regular intervals and when a bulb has been replaced Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for headlamp adjustment G Warning Bulbs and bulb sockets can be very hot Allow the lamp to cool d...

Page 359: ... standing lamp W 5 W 2 Turn signal lamp 3457 AK S 8 3 Additional turn signal lamp LED 4 Halogen headlamp Low beam H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamp Low and high beam16 D2S 35 W 5 Halogen headlamp High beam lamp High beam flasher lamp H7 55 W Bi Xenon headlamp High beam flasher lamp High beam flasher spot lamp H7 55 W 16 Vehicles with Bi Xenon headlamps Low beam and high beam use the same D2S 35 W lamp Do ...

Page 360: ...RIf the newly installed bulb does not come on contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Have the LEDs and bulbs for the following lamps replaced at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center RAdditional turn signal lamps in the exterior rear view mirrors RHigh mounted brake lamp RBi Xenon lamps RHigh beam flasher spot lamp vehicles with Bi Xenon headlamps only RFront side marker lamps Do not replace the ...

Page 361: ...lockwise and remove it X Pull the bulb out of bulb socket 3 X Gently press the new bulb into bulb socket 3 X Place bulb socket 3 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages X Align housing cover 1 and turn it clockwise until it engages High beam and high beam flasher bulb halogen headlamps only X Turn housing cover 1 counterclockwise and remove it X Turn bulb socket 4 with the bul...

Page 362: ...et 1 back into the housing and turn it clockwise until it engages Front fog lamp bulb If not done carefully and properly damage to the bumper can result It is recommended to have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center 1 Front fog lamp or corner illuminating front fog lamp 2 Cover 3 Screws X Remove screws 3 X Take off cover 2 4 Screws X Remove screws 4 X Remove front fog lamp 1...

Page 363: ...amps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp do the following X Switch off the ignition X Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M Tail lamp unit To access the tail lamp units you first have to remove the cover in the corresponding side trim panel of the cargo compartment X Open the tailgate Opening the driver s side trim panel 1 Lock 2 Cover X Insert a suitable object such as a coin...

Page 364: ...Pull the bulb socket out of the housing X Gently press onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of its bulb socket X Gently press the new bulb into its bulb socket and turn it clockwise until it engages X Align the bulb socket and turn it clockwise X Make sure the bulb socket is attached properly X Close the respective cover in the cargo compartment X Close the tailgate License plate lamps 1...

Page 365: ...d Hold on to the wiper when folding a wiper arm back If released the force of the impact from the tensioning spring could crack the windshield or the rear window Do not allow a wiper arm to contact the windshield glass or the rear window without a wiper blade inserted Mercedes Benz recommends that you have this work carried out at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center X Remove the SmartKey from the s...

Page 366: ...b 4 Opening X With guide tab 3 sliding into opening 4 place wiper blade 1 onto wiper arm in direction of arrow X Fold wiper blade 1 towards wiper arm Tabs 2 Y page 363 must engage into both recesses of attachment 2 X Check whether the wiper blade is securely fastened X Fold the wiper arm backward to rest on the windshield Make sure you hold on to the wiper arm when folding it back Make sure the wi...

Page 367: ...le accordingly The spare wheel is for temporary use only When driving with spare wheel mounted ensure proper tire inflation pressure and do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h Contact the nearest authorized Mercedes Benz Center as soon as possible to have the spare wheel replaced with a regular road wheel Never operate the vehicle with more than one spare wheel mounted Do not switch off t...

Page 368: ... Take the following out of the vehicle Rspare wheel Rjack Rwheel wrench Rcollapsible wheel chock Ralignment bolt Relectric air pump For information on where to find the respective items see Where will I find Y page 300 and Y page 303 Lifting the vehicle G Warning When jacking up the vehicle only use the jack which has been specifically approved by Mercedes Benz for your vehicle The jack is designe...

Page 369: ...ning Only jack up the vehicle on level ground or on slight inclines declines Otherwise the vehicle could fall off the jack and injure you or others Changing wheel on a level surface Changing rear wheel on passenger side example illustration X Place the wheel chock in front of and another sizeable object behind the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel being changed Changing wheel on a sli...

Page 370: ...igned exclusively for jacking up the vehicle at the jack take up brackets Make sure the jack arm is fully seated in the jack take up bracket If you do not position the jack correctly in the jack take up bracket the vehicle can fall off the jack and seriously or fatally injure you or others Do not position the jack on the body of the vehicle as this may cause damage to the vehicle 2 Take up bracket...

Page 371: ...apsible tire only after the wheel is properly attached Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before lowering the vehicle G Warning Always replace wheel bolts that are damaged or rusted Never apply oil or grease to wheel bolts Damaged wheel hub threads should be repaired immediately Do not continue to drive under these circumstances Contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center or c...

Page 372: ...ten them slightly X Unscrew the alignment bolt X Install last wheel bolt and tighten it slightly X Inflate the collapsible tire Y page 370 Inflating the collapsible tire G Warning Inflate collapsible tire only after the wheel is properly attached Inflate the collapsible tire using the electric air pump before lowering the vehicle G Warning Observe safety instructions on air pump label Do not lower...

Page 373: ...crew on air hose 4 X Remove the valve cap from the collapsible tire valve X Screw union nut 5 onto the collapsible tire valve X Make sure air pump switch 2 is set to 0 X Insert electrical plug 3 into the power outlet in the second row footwell Y page 229 The cigarette lighter as well as the power outlets in the passenger footwell and cargo compartment are not designed for use with the electric air...

Page 374: ...press the brake pedal X Version 1 only If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle Y page 396 decrease tire pressure using the vent screw on air hose 4 X Version 2 only If the tire inflation pressure is above the recommended tire inflation pressure as specified for your vehicle Y page 396 decrease tire pressure using deflate button ...

Page 375: ...ted in the cargo compartment wrapped in a protective wrap i Vehicles with TPMS Do not restart the tire inflation pressure monitor until a full size wheel tire with functioning sensor has been placed back into service on the vehicle MOExtended system The MOExtended system allows you to continue driving your vehicle even if there is a total loss of pressure in one or more tires You may only use the ...

Page 376: ...for further use The failed tire must be replaced in any case When replacing individual or all tires on the vehicle make sure only tires marked with MOExtended are mounted in the size specified for your vehicle Y page 394 Bleeding the fuel system diesel engine only Driving the vehicle until the fuel tank is empty is not recommended Otherwise air may be sucked into the fuel system If this happens th...

Page 377: ... in the multifunction display When the AdBlue level drops to the minimum level the message Remaining Starts 20 appears in the multifunction display i When the message Remaining Starts 20 appears in the multifunction display you can start the engine 20 more times If you do not add AdBlue the engine cannot be started beyond that point Fill the AdBlue tank with approximately 1 gal 3 79 l AdBlue corre...

Page 378: ...e with water Otherwise the BlueTEC exhaust gas aftertreatment system could be damaged Damage caused by using additives or diluting with water are not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Rinse surfaces that have come into contact with AdBlue or remove AdBlue with a moist cloth and cold water immediately If AdBlue has crystallized already use cold water and a sponge AdBlue residues will cr...

Page 379: ...e AdBlue refill container down the filling process is stopped and you can remove the refill container X Release AdBlue refill container 4 X Turn AdBlue refill container 4 counterclockwise and remove it X Place filler cap 3 Y page 376 on filler neck and turn it clockwise 1 AdBlue filler cap cover X Place cover 1 as illustrated and turn it clockwise to its stop X Start the engine i If the message Ch...

Page 380: ...instructions in this Operator s Manual Batteries contain materials that can harm the environment if disposed of improperly Large 12 volt storage batteries contain lead Recycling of batteries is the preferred method of disposal Many states USA only or provinces Canada only require sellers of batteries to accept old batteries for recycling G Warning Failure to follow these instructions can result in...

Page 381: ...minal clamps while the engine is running or the SmartKey is in the starter switch or KEYLESS GO button is in position 1 Otherwise the alternator and other electronic components could be severely damaged Have the battery checked regularly at an authorized Mercedes Benz Center Refer to Maintenance Booklet for maintenance intervals or contact an authorized Mercedes Benz Center for further information...

Page 382: ...ks away from battery avoid improper connection of jumper cables smoking etc Attempting to jump start a frozen battery can result in it exploding causing personal injury Read all instructions before proceeding Do not tow start the vehicle You could otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Jump starting should only be performed ...

Page 383: ... located in the engine compartment on the passenger side 1 Negative terminal 2 Positive terminal 3 Positive terminal cover X Make sure the two vehicles do not touch X Switch off all electrical consumers X Engage the parking brake X Make sure the automatic transmission is in park position P X Open the hood X Flip up cover 3 of positive terminal 2 in direction of arrow X Remove cover from negative t...

Page 384: ... as necessary to have the vehicle moved to a safe location where the recommended towing methods can be employed Before towing the vehicle observe the following instructions RDo not tow start the vehicle You could otherwise seriously damage the automatic transmission which is not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty RDo not tow with sling type equipment Towing with sling type equipment ove...

Page 385: ... the arrow X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt Removing cover in rear bumper G Warning In order to avoid possible serious burns or injury use extreme caution when removing the rear cover because the rear exhaust pipe is extremely hot 1 Cover X Press mark on cover 1 as indicated by the arrow X Lift cover 1 off to reveal the threaded hole for the towing eye bolt Fi...

Page 386: ...and steer the vehicle Adapt your driving accordingly X Make sure the ignition is switched on X With the vehicle at a standstill depress the brake pedal and keep it pressed X Shift the automatic transmission into neutral position N X Release the brake pedal X If engaged release the parking brake X Switch on the hazard warning flasher Y page 119 Keep in mind that it is important to have the ignition...

Page 387: ...zed Mercedes Benz Center A blown fuse must be replaced by an appropriate spare fuse recognizable by its color or the fuse rating given on the fuse of the amperage recommended in the fuse chart Any Mercedes Benz Center will be glad to advise you on this subject i In case of a blown fuse contact Roadside Assistance or an authorized Mercedes Benz Center If a newly inserted fuse blows again have the c...

Page 388: ...properly positioned as described to prevent moisture or dirt from entering the fuse box and possibly impairing fuse operation Fuse box in engine compartment X Opening Open the hood 1 Clamp 2 Fuse box cover X With a dry cloth remove any moisture from the fuse box 1 X Pull clamp 1 in direction of arrow X Lift fuse box cover 2 up X Closing Make sure the sealing rubber is positioned properly X Press f...

Page 389: ... left as indicated by the arrow X Closing Install cover 1 in reverse order Emergency engine shutdown If the engine cannot be turned off as described Y page 134 you may use the following emergency procedure X Take the fuse chart from the vehicle tool kit Y page 300 X Open the fuse box in engine compartment X Remove fuse 120 Find its location in the fuse chart Practical hints Z ...

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Page 391: ... equipment 390 Parts service 390 Warranty coverage 390 Identification labels 391 Engine 393 Rims and tires 394 Electrical system 397 Main dimensions 398 Weights 399 Fuels coolants lubricants etc 400 Technical data ...

Page 392: ... 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 Warranty Also it could compromise the vehicle s durability or safety Warranty coverage Your vehicle is covered under the terms of the warranties printed in the Service and Warranty Information booklet Your authorized Mercedes Benz ...

Page 393: ...tification 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 the passenger side second row seat Y page 392 Ron the lower edge of the windshield Y page 392 Example certification label U S vehicles 2 Paintwork code 3 VIN Example certification label Canada vehicles 2 Pai...

Page 394: ...6 Carpet X Move passenger side second row seat 4 backward as far as possible Y page 104 X Fold carpet 6 backward in direction of arrow VIN 5 is now visible i You may have to cut perforated carpet 6 using a sharp object e g a knife 7 Emission control information label includes both federal and California certification exhaust emission standards 8 VIN on lower edge of windshield 9 Engine number engr...

Page 395: ...AE J 1349 210 hp 3400 rpm 157 kW 3400 rpm 268 hp 6000 rpm 200 kW 6000 rpm 21 Maximum torque acc to SAE J 1349 400 lb ft 1600 rpm 2400 rpm 543 Nm 1600 rpm 2400 rpm 258 lb ft 2400 rpm 5000 rpm 350 Nm 2400 rpm 5000 rpm Maximum engine speed 4500 rpm 6500 rpm Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 3 6 2 5 Poly V belt 2035 mm 2404 mm 20 The quoted data apply only to the standard vehicle Contact an authorized Merc...

Page 396: ...ormation characteristics that could cause them to come into contact with the vehicle body or axle parts Damage to the tires or the vehicle may be the result i Further information on tires and rims is available at any authorized Mercedes Benz Center A placard with the recommended tire inflation pressures is located on the driver s door B pillar Some vehicles may have supplemental tire inflation pre...

Page 397: ...5 55 R18 105H M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S MOExtended23 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S Winter tires22 24 255 55 R18 105H M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S MOExtended23 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S 255 50 R19 107H XL Extra Load M S 22 Radial ply tires 23 Must be used in conjunction with Tire Pressure Monitoring System U S vehicles or Run Flat I...

Page 398: ...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 spare wheel differs from the tire inflation pressure of the road tires i The R 320 BlueTEC does not have a spare wheel Model R 350 Rim 6 5 B x 18 H2 Wheel offset 1 58 in 40 mm Collapsible tire25 195 75 18 106P Recommend...

Page 399: ...R 320 BlueTEC R 350 Alternator 14 V 220 A 14 V 180 A Starter motor 12 V 2 0 kW 12 V 1 4 kW Battery 12 V 95 Ah 12 V 70 Ah Spark plugs Type Bosch Y 7 MPP33 Electrode gap 0 031 in 0 8 mm Tightening torque 15 lb ft 18 lb ft 20 Nm 25 Nm Technical data Z ...

Page 400: ...all vehicle height26 65 5 in 1663 mm Wheelbase 126 6 in 3215 mm Track front 64 7 in 1643 mm Track rear 64 4 in 1636 mm Ground clearance26 5 8 in 148 mm Turning circle 40 7 ft 12 4 m 26 Data apply to unladen vehicle with standard equipment Data may vary in vehicles equipped with AIRMATIC depending on the selected damping settings and the current vehicle level Technical data ...

Page 401: ...Weights 399 Weights Model All models Roof load max 220 lb 100 kg Technical data Z ...

Page 402: ... 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 swallowed contact a physician immediately Model Capacity Fuels coolants lubricants etc Engine with oil filter R 320 BlueTEC 9 0 US qt 8 5 l Approved engine oils R 350 8 5 US qt 8 0 l Automatic transmission All models 9 5 US qt 9 0 l MB Automatic T...

Page 403: ...FUEL 15 ppm SULFUR MAXIMUM 3 4 US gal 13 0 l AdBlue tank R 320 BlueTEC 7 3 US gal 27 5 l AdBlue complying with ISO 22241 Air conditioning system All models R 134a refrigerant and special PAG lubricant oil never R 12 Washer system and headlamp cleaning system All models 8 0 US qt 7 6 l MB Windshield Washer Concentrate27 Washer fluid mixing ratio Y page 407 27 Use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB...

Page 404: ...ations for scheduled oil changes Failure to do so will result in engine or emission control system damage not covered by the Mercedes Benz Limited Warranty Mercedes Benz recommends MOBIL OIL Use the table below to determine the MB sheet number Model Engine type MB sheet number R 320 BlueTEC 642 229 51 R 350 272 229 5 i MB sheet numbers are printed on the outside of oil containers Viscosity grades ...

Page 405: ...moking materials Direct skin contact with fuels and the inhalation of fuel vapors are damaging your health To maintain the engine s durability and performance premium unleaded gasoline must be used If premium unleaded gasoline is not available and low octane gasoline is used follow these precautions RHave the fuel tank only partially filled with unleaded regular gasoline and fill up with premium u...

Page 406: ...n be refined from a variety of raw materials resulting in widely varying properties the only approved biodiesel content is one that meets ASTM D6751 specification It must also have the necessary oxidation stability min 6h proved with EN14112 method to prevent damage to the system from deposits and or corrosion Please ask your service station for further information If the B5 biodiesel blend is not...

Page 407: ...r cap of the AdBlue tank ammonia gas vapors may escape Refill AdBlue in a well ventilated area only Ammonia gas vapors have a pungent odor and are particularly irritating for your skin mucous membranes and eyes Inhaling ammonia gas vapors will cause burning eyes nose and throat as well as coughing and watering eyes Low ambient temperatures AdBlue freezes at a temperature of approximately 12 11 You...

Page 408: ...ion 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 freeze protection to approximately 49 45 the engine temperature will increase due to the lower heat transfer capability of the solution Therefore do not use more than this amount of anticorrosion antifree...

Page 409: ...ite and burn You could be seriously burned Washer fluid mixing ratio For temperatures above freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and water R1 part MB SummerFit to 100 parts water 1 34 fl oz 40 ml MB SummerFit to 1 gal 4 0 l water For temperatures below freezing point use MB Windshield Washer Concentrate MB SummerFit and commercially available premixed washer solvent ant...

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Page 411: ...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 or materials may damage the vehicle or its equipment which may in turn result in personal injury If you have any questions about carrying out any type of service turn to the advice of an authorized Me...

Page 412: ...Order no 6515 1823 13 Part no 251 584 08 82 Edition A 2009 É2515840882 ËÍ 2515840882 ...

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